Xuanming was very satisfied with Lin Heng's growth rate and comprehension.
But one thing made him curse inwardly.
"That Gou Mang, he really only gave Lin Heng a perfunctory response."
All he does all day is hide in that shabby place, tending to his flowers and planting trees.
"Do you really want us to stay in this 'Heavenly Estate World' forever?"
Xuanming had already discerned this from Lin Heng's initial encounter with his clone.
Lin Heng didn't learn anything from Gou Mang at all.
Xuanming was not surprised by this.
Moreover, the other eleven guardians were all aware of this.
As long as Gou Mang within his own Life Space, he is willing to remain there even if it means never leaving for eternity.
After all, the twelve guardians were all eccentric individuals, Gou Mang's favorite pastime was growing flowers and trees.
At this moment, Xuanming was secretly glad that he had placed Gou Mang in the first challenge.
Otherwise, postpone it further and place him in the third stage.
Lin Heng estimated that by the fourth level, he wouldn't have the strength to clear the level.
Now that we know Lin Heng's approximate strength and his shortcomings...
In the ensuing battle, Xuanming deliberately controlled his clone to guide Lin Heng.
Even though it was meant to be guidance, Xuanming didn't dare to go too far.
It was only when they discovered Lin Heng's unfamiliar use of the Power of Origin that they realized this.
Then unleash your clone.
Whether Lin Heng can comprehend it or not is up to him.
Lin Heng did not disappoint Xuanming.
Any move performed by a clone.
Lin Heng was quickly able to apply what he had learned.
The exchange lasted only a few hours.
Lin Heng has improved his use of the Power of Origin quite a bit.
When the battle reached its final stage.
Lin Heng even tried to suppress his cultivation level to the Sovereign Sixth Grade.
Even so, Lin Heng was able to hold his own.
Finally, Lin Heng relied on the suppression of attributes.
With the same cultivation level of the Sovereign Sixth Grade, they defeated the Xuanming clone.
When that clone transformed back into a single strand of hair, it drifted down from the sky.
Xuanming's true form also emerged from the void.
"Thank you so much, senior!"
Lin Heng cupped his hands in thanks to Xuanming.
Although the other party maintained a cold and aloof demeanor throughout.
However, Lin Heng could easily sense the guidance Xuanming had given him during this battle.
Xuanming remained indifferent and nodded slightly in response to Lin Heng's gratitude.
"This battle is merely following my master's instructions."
You don't need to thank me.
Although Xuanming said so, Lin Heng would not easily change his mind once he had made up his mind.
Xuanming then spoke again:
"You've passed my test."
You can proceed to the next level.
"There's something I'll say, since you've had a good attitude."
"After passing the third level, don't rush to proceed to the fourth level."
After he finished speaking, Xuanming's body began to become ethereal.
In just a few seconds, it vanished from Lin Heng's sight.
Lin Heng could roughly guess what Xuanming meant from his words.
Having passed the first three tests, take a moment to calmly review what you've learned in those tests.
Only when Lin Heng truly masters these combat techniques.
Only then will it be possible to pass the fourth level.
When Xuanming disappeared, Lin Heng bowed slightly in the direction he had vanished before turning and leaving.
Back inside the palace hall.
Dijiang was slightly surprised to see Lin Heng return so quickly, but then he smiled and said:
"It seems your growth rate is much faster than I imagined."
"Now I finally have confidence that you have passed this test."
The two chatted for a while in the palace hall.
Lin Heng also adjusted his state of mind.
The battles against Gou Mang and Xuanming did not result in significant losses.
But the battles ahead will only get tougher, and Lin Heng will have to keep his strength at its peak at all times.
In the end, Dijiang brought up the guardian of the third pass.
The guardian of this level is called Xizi, who controls the Lightning Origin.
According to Dijiang's warning, Xizi's combat strength is among the top of the twelve guardians.
In particular, his control over the Lightning Origin makes his attack power extremely terrifying.
After explaining the characteristics of Xizi, Dijiang then gave further instructions:
"We must not underestimate Xizi in this battle."
"His Power of Origin has only one characteristic: destruction."
"With this added challenge, Xizi's cultivation level is now at the ninth rank of the Ninth Grade Sovereign."
"If he catches you making a mistake, it's not impossible for you to be killed instantly."
When Dijiang said this, his expression was very serious.
Lin Heng, who had once fought against the Lei Clan, was naturally aware of the terrifying power of the Lightning Origin.
As a force capable of punishing all evil in the world, the power of lightning is undoubtedly the most terrifying of the eight Power of Origin.
"This battle will also be a good opportunity to test just how far my eight Power of Origin have come."
Lin Heng smiled slightly, a smile that carried absolute confidence.
Upon hearing Lin Heng's words, Dijiang realized that Lin Heng had understood the meaning behind them.
"Go, only this battle will be won beautifully."
"You are the one who truly deserves to challenge the fourth level."
Dijiang gave Lin Heng an encouraging look.
Lin Heng didn't say anything more, and turned to walk towards the third path, which led to the Xizi Palace.
From the moment Lin Heng stepped into the path of the Xizi Palace, he immediately felt a sense of oppression coming from ahead.
Destructive energy continuously fluctuated along the path.
Even before entering the Xizi Palace, Lin Heng was already on guard.
This time, Lin Heng took longer to traverse the side path than the previous two times.
As we reached the end of the path, the flashes of lightning were somewhat dazzling.
Lin Heng took a deep breath and quickened his pace forward.
After walking several dozen steps, Lin Heng finally arrived at the Xizi Palace.
What came into view was a desolate, ancient mountain range.
A primal, violent aura permeated the entire space.
Countless bolts of lightning would occasionally strike somewhere in space.
Looking around, everything here had been destroyed by lightning.
There are no tall mountains or trees, no rivers or birds and beasts.
The barren earth was subjected to the relentless bombardment of thunder day and night.
After scanning the area with his eyes, Lin Heng quickly located Xizi's location in the northwest, about several thousand miles away.
In a flash, Lin Heng was gone.
When he reappeared, Lin Heng was already thousands of miles away in mid-air.
At this moment, in front of Lin Heng, there was a person lying flat with their eyes closed, suspended in mid-air.
Lin Heng carefully examined the man.
It has the head of a roc, the body of a human, and its size is seventy or eighty feet.
A green snake clung to each of his ears, its tail coiled around his earlobes.
On his hands, which were placed at the dantian position, a blood-red python was coiled up on the back of his crossed hands.
Just as Lin Heng was examining Xizi, he suddenly opened his eyes.
At the same time, the red python on the back of Xizi's hand transformed into a red scepter, which he held in his hand.