External Scenery Fifth Layer, Fishing in the Heavenly Court
In the tavern.
Jin Buxi observed Mingxin Shishu's expression with a calm gaze.
This senior uncle possessed profound Nature Cultivation and was always calm and composed. Even if a mountain collapsed in front of him, he would not change his expression. Perhaps only someone like Yu Tunzhou, who subverted common sense, could make him lose his composure and become unsettled.
He suddenly asked:
"Uncle-Master, I've heard that Heavenly Origin Pill have reappeared in the Eastern Wilderness?"
"Hmm..." Daoist Mingxin responded subconsciously, then suddenly looked up, his teacup tapping softly on the stone table, his expression turning extremely serious. "Where did you hear this from? What did you hear?"
He stared intently at his junior apprentice, Jin, his gaze sharp as a knife.
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, given Jin Buxi, he will undoubtedly become one of the leaders of Floating Hill Mountain in the future, either the next mountain lord or the lord of the back mountain.
The lineage of Floating Hill Mountain is divided into inner and outer sects. The inner sect consists of Ancient Method cultivators, primarily from the back mountain, while the outer sect is a mixed bag, including Ancient Method cultivators and martial artists, but mainly composed of Alchemist.
As a successor of the Human Emperor's Daoist tradition, Floating Hill Mountain primarily inherits the Dao of Alchemy.
However, this tradition also contains certain taboos, such as...
Heavenly Origin Pill.
This elixir, also known as the Transplanting Flowers and Grafting Trees Pill, is derived from the [Demon Seed Dao Embryo] method and was created by the former Human Emperor in his leisure time.
The Human Emperor's original intention was to research a kind of elixir that could help cultivators rebuild their Dao Foundation Dao Foundation or repair it.
However, the effects of this Heavenly Origin Pill went against the Human Emperor's expectations. Once ingested, it would take root in the cultivator's body, invisible and intangible, until the cultivator established their Dao Foundation, at which point it would manifest and "plunder" the cultivator's Dao Foundation.
Even if the host has Gods and Devils blood or a special physique, its origin can be plundered.
At this point, the host becomes a living "human elixir".
It only requires refining with true fire for forty-nine days to produce a true Heavenly Origin Pill.
If others consume it, they can directly inherit the host's Dao Foundation and bloodline, achieving instant ascension.
Because it was so offensive to nature, this Pill Formula was classified as forbidden upon its creation. There was not even a record of the true method of using the Heavenly Origin Pill. Its true method of use was discovered by later generations.
At this moment, Jin Buxi sighed, "I've heard that in the prefectures and counties controlled by Junior Brother Yao's lineage, someone is secretly selling Heavenly Origin Pill, but their authenticity is still unknown."
Daoist Mingxin remained silent for a moment, then suddenly asked, "What's your opinion on this matter?"
"Actually, the Heavenly Origin Pill isn't the most evil thing in the world. The methods of creating medicine people and blood infants have existed since ancient times. In places like Western Frontier, there are also methods of creating Gu people, and the demonic path has methods of creating beautiful women and cauldrons... Their effects and harms are far greater than the Heavenly Origin Pill. If used correctly and for the right purpose, it can also be considered a legitimate use of the demonic path..."
Jin Buxi, but Daoist Mingxin remained expressionless, his eyes growing increasingly deep.
He was waiting for a "but".
"But..." Jin Buxi looked up, emphasizing each word, "We are the lineage of the Human Emperor, the ancestral court of the Daoist School. There are things we can do and things we can choose not to do!"
Daoist Mingxin said calmly, "That's right, the Heavenly Origin Pill is against the natural order, and our Floating Hill Mountain absolutely cannot use it. But right now, this is just unverified speculation, so you don't need to take it too seriously. Could it be that Deng Canglan's demonic words have bewitched your mind and disturbed your Dao heart?"
Before Jin Buxi answer, he waved his hand, his tone leaving no room for argument. "When you return, go and investigate the territory under the jurisdiction of the Tianhe Dao Clan, find out the truth, and clear the names of your fellow disciples."
Jin Buxi remained silent for a moment, then nodded.
His question today was not a spur-of-the-moment thing.
It was all because he quietly connected two long-forgotten events.
The lineage leader of Junior Brother Yao's lineage, Uncle Minghe, once took Junior Brother Yao to visit the Northern Plains Xie Household.
The current owner of the Seven-Orifice Exquisite Heart in the Xie Household, or rather, the previous owner...
After that, news of his sudden death emerged, the cause of which remains a mystery.
That day.
Yu Tunzhou slowly opened his eyes, a flash of clear light in them disappearing before returning to silence.
After several days of seclusion, he had thoroughly analyzed all his transformations, leaving nothing out.
With his current overall strength, he believed he should be qualified to fight against a powerhouse at the External Scenery Third Layer. As for the outcome, that would depend on the specific battle.
The External Scenery Fifth Layer represent the process of ascending from human to Immortals and Gods. The saying "one step, one heaven" is no exaggeration; each step is a leap in the essence of life.
On the External Scenery First Layer, the inner and outer worlds begin to converge, and one's own Primordial Spirit Inner Form transforms into Spirit Aspect. With every move, one can trigger extraordinary phenomena in the world. Flying and escaping are commonplace. One can easily mobilize the power of heaven and earth within a range of several miles, and the power of Divine Ability abilities increases tenfold compared to Divine Ability abilities.
On the External Scenery Second Layer, the convergence of the inner and outer worlds is further deepened, and the Inner Heaven and Earth also grows stronger. The range of the power of heaven and earth that can be mobilized expands to twenty or thirty miles, and the power of the attack reaches another level.
Upon reaching the External Scenery Third Layer, the Primordial Spirit Spirit Aspect began to merge with the Inner Heaven and Earth, which was also the prototype of the Dharma Aspect form, and the range of mobilizing the Dharma principles expanded to more than fifty miles.
At this level, the Inner Heaven and Earth and the Primordial Spirit Spirit Aspect, and it is highly likely that unique Divine Ability techniques will be born for the martial artist.
This move is a product of one's own Martial Dao, born from the Inner Heaven and Earth, the Dao Path, and the Primordial Spirit. It is most compatible with oneself, and its power far exceeds that of ordinary supernatural Divine Ability. It is almost comparable to the Dharma Aspect form moves and is known as Ultimate Art.
Those who master the Ultimate Art possess strength far exceeding that of ordinary External Scenery Third Layer, and are destined to join the ranks of Earth Ranking Grandmaster.
On the External Scenery Fourth Layer, the Spirit Aspect and the Inner Heaven and Earth are further integrated, forming a unique domain of laws and principles, expanding the range of mobilizing the power of heaven and earth to more than a hundred miles.
The final step, the External Scenery Fifth Layer, also known as the Grandmaster realm, is when the Spirit Aspect and Inner Heaven and Earth are completely integrated. With a wave of the hand or a step, one can extinguish all life within a radius of two or three hundred miles, or concentrate power within a small area without leaking out, directly rivaling Immortals and Gods!
At this stage, they began to pursue the evolution of the Dharma Aspect Spirit Form in order to achieve both spiritual and physical perfection and break through the barrier between humans and immortals.
As for how to break through the Dharma Aspect, Yu Tunzhou has no idea for the time being.
It is said that the Dharma Aspect above the External Scenery are divided into five categories: Heaven, Earth, Gods, Humans, Ghosts, and Immortals. These five Immortals are in a parallel relationship.
With his Spirit Aspect, Unity of Heaven and Celestial Person, and the physical body enhanced by the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art, he is now in no way inferior to the External Scenery Second Layer.
The only deficiency is that the Inner Heaven and Earth is still in its infancy and the Dao Sprout is still in its infancy, which limits the depth of control over the principles of law in the state of unity Unity of Heaven and Celestial Person.
The remaining advantages are Divine Ability powers and techniques, as well as the Fist Intent boxing.
For example, their two innate divine Divine Ability are no less powerful than the Ultimate Art of the External Scenery Third Layer.
Therefore, if he were to face a master at the External Scenery Third Layer, the outcome would be uncertain, as this level is influenced by the nurturing of Ultimate Art, resulting in a significant gap in skill levels.
In addition, each family has its own unique lineage, including High Antiquity and even primordial ones. After merging with contemporary Martial Dao, there may be those who inherit its essence.
"My current strength should be close to the edge of the Earth Ranking, weaker than a Grandmaster on the Earth Ranking but stronger than an ordinary third-level master."
Yu Tunzhou assessed himself, and then felt emotional.
Although his talent was the main reason, he also benefited greatly from this trip to Dragon Gate.
Before entering the Dragon Gate, he was only at the level of the External Scenery First Layer. The successive breakthroughs during this trip to the Dragon Gate allowed him to leap to the level of the External Scenery Third Layer.
That's quite a leap!
Even a prominent family like the Twin Rivers Wang Household, whose founder was Wang Chongyi, was only on the External Scenery Second Layer.
This means that he has transcended the younger generation and officially joined the ranks of the strong!
After a short rest, Yu Tunzhou officially left the pass.
Push open the door to the secret room from the inside.
As Yu Tunzhou stepped out, Ao Feng, the Dragon Race elder who had been guarding outside, put down his teacup, stood up, and congratulated him with a hearty laugh:
Congratulations, Young Hero Yu, on your successful completion of seclusion!
Yu Tunzhou cupped his hands and smiled, "I'm sorry to have troubled Elder Ao to wait for me."
"It's alright, it's alright." Ao Feng smiled broadly, having already vaguely learned from the Dragon King that Yu Tunzhou had an extraordinary background and had even reached an alliance with the ancestors.
Considering the terrible luck that happened in the East Sea the year before last, Ao Feng felt that this problem was not difficult to guess at all.
It's nothing more than the Supreme Purity Lineage!
"Young Hero Yu, how about sitting down and having a few cups of tea?" Ao Feng invited.
Yu Tunzhou did not refuse and readily accepted the invitation. He also wanted to know what had happened outside during his time in Dragon Gate and how much time had passed.
After sitting down, he got straight to the point, learning from Elder Ao that they had been in Dragon Gate for about half a year, and it was now April of the third year of the Tianshun...
"Is the Martial Ancestor about to enter the Divine Capital and clash with that Old Wang?"
Yu Tunzhou put down his teacup, somewhat dazed. He hadn't expected to hear such explosive news right away.
During their time at Dragon Gate, this Martial Ancestor had already fought against several Dharma Aspect and had not suffered a single defeat.
In addition, with the constant turmoil surrounding the Great Yan Imperial Family lately, it's unimaginable how much the Great Yan would be shaken if that Old Wang were to fall...
Yu Tunzhou's mind raced, and through Ao Feng's description, he constructed a map of a crumbling dynasty in his mind.
Even if he were to reach the level of a master, capable of rivaling someone at the External Scenery Third Layer, he would still find it difficult to engage in combat at that level.
He suppressed the turmoil in his heart and decided to investigate the matter at Floating Hill Mountain first.
Elder Ao, is Zhang Buyu still alive?
"Of course he is," Ao Feng quickly replied. "As you instructed, Young Hero Yu, I found an excuse to keep him in the Dragon Palace. However, he has been frequently coming to see me lately, inquiring about the progress of sending the message to the Nanhua Sect. He must be impatient."
"Thank you." Yu Tunzhou nodded, then asked, "Is Thirteenth Sister free right now?"
"Xiyu came to see Young Hero Yu every day for the past few days, but Young Hero Yu has been in seclusion. Since the day before yesterday, Xiyu has entered the Dragon Blood Pool deep in the Dragon Palace to digest the bloodline inheritance she has received."
Ao Feng smiled.
"Upon emerging from seclusion this time, Xiyu's innate power will surge, restoring the Primordial Dragon Race to its former glory, and her strength will experience a leap forward!"
Yu Tunzhou seemed to be deep in thought. He had also heard that the Primordial Dragon Race was born with the ability to Summoning Wind and Rain. Although it was not as powerful as the Kun Fish, which was born to carry mountains, it was still Divine Ability, or even at the level of the External Scenery.
Later Dragon Race, having lost part of their bloodline, were essentially castrated.
Those with bloodlines to rely on indeed find shortcuts everywhere!
However, Yu Tunzhou was not envious.
Because of inherent advantages, there is also a kind of constraint.
"Please tell Thirteenth Sister that I am taking my leave now, so that she may cultivate diligently and reach the threshold of the Dharma Aspect realm as soon as possible."
Yu Tunzhou bowed and said.
"Young Hero Yu, are you preparing to leave the Dragon Palace?" Ao Feng's expression turned solemn. "Young Hero Yu, please be careful! There are demonic cultivators searching for you everywhere!"
This time it's for real!
This was not a story meant to deceive Zhang Buyu.
"The Demonic Path?" Yu Tunzhou nodded. "Thank you for the reminder."
After bidding farewell to Ao Feng, Yu Tunzhou walked alone towards where Zhang Buyu was.
Along the way, he looked up at the dome of the Dragon Palace, but could only see the sea outside the dome.
In the Dragon Gate, he had advanced the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art to the peak of the second level. Now, having initially established his Inner Heaven and Earth, he is qualified to attempt the third level.
However, even after leaving the Dragon Gate, he has not sensed the location of the lightning tribulation.
The root of the problem is probably related to the Dragon Palace beneath our feet.
This place is the South Sea Dragon Palace, one of the four remaining sacred sites and ancestral lands of the Dragon Race, possessing the effects of a blessed land.
Since ancient times, only those who enter the four Dragon Palaces are qualified to be called Dragon Kings and become the legitimate successors of the Dragon Race. The overseas Dragon Race has been eyeing this Dragon Race for so long.
He thought to himself that after leaving the Dragon Palace, he would need to find a place to use the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art to summon a lightning tribulation and overcome the second tribulation.
Crossing the Heavenly Thunder also has many benefits for cleansing the physical body.
If he could help his Inner Heaven and Earth advance further, then he could attempt to break through the third level of the Eight-Nine Mysterious Art [Returning to the True Nature of Celestial Person, Body Like Chaos].
A gray-black osprey flew over and landed on his shoulder with its wings folded.
Yu Tunzhou glanced sideways and said:
"How about it?"
"I didn't see anything," Huntian said seriously.
Yu Tunzhou wasn't disappointed. He was just trying his luck anyway. After all, even the remnant soul of the Ancestral Dragon couldn't see through the trick immediately, so it was normal for Fellow Heavenly Dao Hun Tian not to either.
It seems I'll have to go to Floating Hill Mountain myself.
Let's visit this ancestral temple of Daoist School and see if we can discover anything.
"Speaking of which..." Yu Tunzhou suddenly remembered something and murmured, "The Dragon Race still owes me a great gift. Is the Ancestral Dragon going to renege on his promise?"
Huntian asked in surprise, "When did this happen?"
"After the first trial, those guys promised me a gift if I made it to the end of the Dragon Gate, to support my determination to fight against the Kunpeng Divine Intent will," Yu Tunzhou explained.
Huntian was immediately puzzled and asked, "But didn't you already reveal your identity, fellow Daoist?"
"Is there a connection?"
Huntian patiently explained, "If you were just a junior, the Dragon Race would be giving you a gift as an investment and a gesture of goodwill, since they would be happy to see you become enemies with that old thief Kunpeng."
"But you, Fellow Daoist, have revealed your sect and are even the chief disciple of the Heavenly Venerable. How can those fellows still treat you like a junior? Those petty favors are naturally no longer worth mentioning."
"To put it bluntly, their previous promises were offensive and disrespectful to you, fellow Daoist. Naturally, they deliberately concealed them afterward and never mentioned them again."
"Furthermore, what great gift could possibly compare to what you gained in the Dragon Gate? The Dragon Race fully supported your efforts in the Dragon Gate, both as a way of borrowing your strength and as a form of compensation."
After Huntian finished explaining, he couldn't help but mutter to himself.
I'm afraid those Dragon Race probably never imagined that Fellow Xuandu would hold such a grudge about this.
Xuandu is truly thrifty and good at managing a household...
Yu Tunzhou thought about it and realized it made sense. He had to admit that his intervention that time had been extremely beneficial to him, allowing him to experience the External Scenery and even the splendor of the Dharma Aspect in advance.
Especially when his acupoints were filled with the power of heaven and earth, and the prototype of a blessed land was formed, he had an incredibly realistic "template" for the creation of his Inner Heaven and Earth, saving him from many detours.
The subsequent sweeping of the River Diagram and the Demon-Summoning Banner was also done with the support of the Dragon Race, so both sides got what they wanted.
Upon thinking of the River Diagram, Yu Tunzhou immediately perked up and sent Huntian back to the Primordial Spirit Heaven and Earth to check on the situation.
Huntian was also somewhat curious. Even if he only possessed half of a divine weapon like the River Diagram and Luo River Diagram, it was still beyond his former ability to wield.
I wonder how Fellow Xuandu subdued it, and what it looks like now.
Back in the Primordial Spirit Heaven and Earth, Huntian struggled to flap its wings, heartbroken that it no longer even had a place to land.
It looked up, trying to find Little Black, but instead saw a vast star map in the sky, and its expression immediately changed.
"This is... the path to enlightenment?!"
Huntian suddenly looked around at this world, sensing the aura of Principle gradually spreading between heaven and earth, and immediately gasped.
This is truly a path to enlightenment!
Xuandu, could you perhaps be the reincarnation of the Dao Venerable? Otherwise, why would the River Diagram be so "proactive"?
The words "cultivating the Way" and "Yu Tunzhou" probably give away something.
That day, Zhang Buyu was meditating in his room when there was a sudden knock on the door.
He opened his eyes and looked around, a thought suddenly striking him.
Could it be that the Nanhua Sect has replied?
"Young Master Zhang, Young Hero Yu invites you to come over for a chat." The voice of a Dragon Palace servant came from outside the door.
Zhang Buyu was taken aback.
Yu Tunzhou?
He hesitated for a moment, then pushed open the door and went out.
In a way, they were old acquaintances.
Following the attendants through the corridor, we arrived at a side hall of the Dragon Palace.
Only Yu Tunzhou in the hall, dressed in a simple blue robe, standing with his hands behind his back, gazing at the deep blue sea outside the hall.
Zhang Buyu's gaze was complex. Two and a half years ago, who could have imagined that the most helpless and destitute country boy would have come this far?
One person in Dragon Gate has subdued more than a dozen top geniuses who have manifested their Dao Path and are famous throughout the world. Now, some people are saying that this person has the demeanor of the early Martial Ancestor!
"Young Hero Yu," Zhang Buyu said, bowing respectfully.
"Brother Zhang, you're too kind." Yu Tunzhou turned around and smiled, "We're old friends from the same cave, just call me Brother Yu."
He got straight to the point. "I'm planning a trip to the Eastern Wilderness, and I'll be setting off immediately. If Brother Zhang doesn't mind, you can come with me."
Zhang Buyu was first taken aback, then could not hide his joy.
With Yu Tunzhou's current strength, even ordinary External Scenery are no match for him. As long as they are not Grandmaster on the Earth Ranking, he can go anywhere in the world.
Traveling with him, I can return to the mountain gate without any worries.
Zhang Buyu clasped his hands in thanks. "Thank you, Brother Yu!"
Yu Tunzhou waved his hand. "Brother Zhang, pack your things, and let's set off immediately."
"Good!"
Two figures broke through the sea surface, their robes fluttering in the sea breeze, and finally left the Dragon Palace, returning to the Lu Di.
The moment the Yu Tunzhou and stepped out of the sea, it subconsciously looked up at the sky.
Before he could sense the location of the lightning tribulation, the Buddhist beads on his wrist suddenly emitted a faint and melodious chant, as if countless gods and Buddhas were whispering.
Ruins of the Heavenly Court?
Has another Heavenly Court site been revived?
Yu Tunzhou lowered his eyes to look at the string of Buddhist prayer beads on his wrist, his gaze deep and unfathomable.
The Heavenly Court Fragment left to him by Master Lu allows him to freely enter and exit the ruins; there are nine such fragments in the world today.
only...
The Heavenly Court ruins have revived not long after we left the Dragon Gate?
Yu Tunzhou with a cold laugh.
Did they really think they were fishing for him?
His thoughts raced, and the golden light and tremors of the prayer beads instantly subsided, transforming them back into an unremarkable string of wooden beads.
Yu Tunzhou suddenly remembered the message left by Primordial Spirit Master Lu in his Buddhist beads.
It is said that if one day they step into the External Scenery, or if they have acquired the combat power for External Scenery in advance, they can try to go there, but before that, they must never touch it.
Yu Tunzhou sighed inwardly, wondering if Master Lu had anticipated that he would become comparable to External Scenery Third Layer expert in just over two years.
He suppressed his thoughts and decided to wait until the matter at Floating Hill Mountain was settled before making any further decisions.
"Brother Yu?" Zhang Buyu's voice came from behind, "Is something amiss?"
Yu Tunzhou snapped out of his daze and shook his head, "It's nothing, let's go."
Immediately, Yu Tunzhou and Zhang Buyu landed together and headed north towards the heart of the Central Plains.
The further north you go, the denser the population becomes, and the stronger the atmosphere of the martial arts world grows.
On the official roads, one could see warriors carrying swords and knives everywhere. In the taverns and teahouses, the conversations revolved around major events of the world, such as the Dragon Gate Contest, the Martial Ancestor's Divine Capital, and the upcoming update of the Dragon and Tiger Ranking.
Yu Tunzhou and his companion kept a low profile, traveling day and night without incident, and arrived at the border between the Southern Victorious Continent and the Central Plains that afternoon.
Afterwards, the two headed east together, heading towards the Eastern Wilderness.
That day.
Yu Tunzhou suddenly glanced to the side and saw Sha Qi coming from his right.
Just as his attention was drawn, a subtle aura suddenly erupted from his left.
"Brother Yu, be careful—"
Zhang Buyu felt a chill in his heart; there really were demonic cultivators lurking outside, waiting for their chance to strike!
Senior Brother Jin was absolutely right. You can't believe a single word that Deng Canglan, that scoundrel of the demonic path, says!
He spoke in a low, urgent voice, "This is the aura of the Heavenly Demon Sect and the Blood River Dao; they're coming for me..."
"Yu Tunzhou, prepare to die!"
A sinister laugh came from the side.
Zhang Buyu looked bewildered. "Huh?"
The Yu Tunzhou, lifted its foot, and gently stepped on it.
boom--
An overwhelming surge of Gang Qi erupted from beneath his feet, sweeping outwards like a tidal wave. The figures rushing towards him from the left and right were like moths drawn to the flames, instantly flying backwards, bleeding from all seven orifices, and crashing heavily onto the mountain path. They struggled for a moment but were unable to get up.
With a single blow, all their bones and tendons were severed!
"Two and Half-Step External Scenery." Yu Tunzhou's tone was as indifferent as if he were talking about roadside weeds. "Is the Six Paths of Evil and Demons out of its depth, or do they look down on me, Yu?"
He looked up and gazed ahead.
A figure who had been standing with his hands behind his back, steady as a mountain, now looked at him with a trembling expression, as if facing a formidable enemy.
"Go back and call someone who can fight," Yu Tunzhou said calmly. "If you don't leave within three breaths, you're never going anywhere."
"One... three!"
The Blood River Dao External Scenery expert, who had been waiting for a long time, had a drastic change in expression, and his body reacted before his mind—he suddenly retreated.
In an instant, a fist-shaped imprint a hundred meters deep appeared where he had been standing!
Gravel flew everywhere, and dust filled the air.
A figure emerged from the dust and smoke like a roc soaring through the sky.
"Since you don't want to leave, then don't leave."
The words, spoken calmly yet carrying a chilling undertone, exerted immense pressure, causing the powerful cultivator at the External Scenery to turn deathly pale, cold sweat pouring down his forehead. He couldn't help but curse inwardly:
Three breaths... how could it be that fast!
Where did your "silliness" go?!
His body surged with crimson light, transforming into a Blood River that stretched out before him to protect him. Then, he raised his head and roared:
"Shen You! Save me!"
Tonight's update will be delayed until tomorrow morning.
Dear readers, please allow me to adjust my schedule; the update will be tomorrow morning instead of tonight...