https://novelcool.info/chapter/Chapter-1100-Crushing-the-Pill-Heart-Demon/12946611/
Chapter 1102: Changes
Chapter 1102: Changes
This breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit stage was much smoother than he had anticipated.
The process of nurturing the Primordial Spirit was effortless, without any sense of pressure. The mysterious and unpredictable Heart Demon Tribulation, which had terrified countless cultivators, was like a mere chicken or dog in front of him, and it barely caused any inner turmoil.
As for the Thunder Tribulation, which had claimed the lives of countless cultivators, only the last two strikes made him slightly aware of the pressure.
"It can be said that I advanced to the Primordial Spirit stage without any harm."
"There's no other way. The accumulation beforehand was truly abundant."
The plump white infant in his Energy Field revealed a faint smile.
In terms of his physical body, he had been refining the Seventh Rank Crystal Phoenix Bone for many years. Additionally, he had consumed an unknown number of Spirit Fruits and Treasures that strengthened his physical body. When facing the Thunder Tribulation, which had caused countless Core Formation Perfection cultivators to pale in fear, he was able to handle it with ease.
Furthermore, the portion of his Divine Consciousness that had transformed in advance also played a significant role, providing considerable assistance during the nurturing of the Primordial Spirit, the Heart Demon Tribulation, and the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation.
There was also the rare Intermediate Artifact, the Yin-Yang Magnetic Needle and the Nanming Thunderfire Mirror, both of which were Seventh Stage Incarnate Spirit Treasures. Although the usage was limited due to restricted Spiritual Energy, they played a crucial role during the Thunder Tribulation.
Most early-stage Primordial Spirit cultivators might not have such resources, let alone those at the Core Formation Perfection stage. Even the most favored Inner Sect Disciples of the Cave Profound Sword Sect would not have such a foundation when breaking through to the Primordial Spirit stage.
Lastly, there were several Incarnate Spirit Treasures for Primordial Spirit formation, such as the Yin-Yang Divine Nourishing Pill, Thunder Lake Divine Sand, and others. Each of these treasures was rare in the world. With True Sword Master's capabilities, he had only managed to find one type for Lu Xuan, while four different kinds had emerged from the Light Orb.
All these factors allowed Lu Xuan to break through to the Primordial Spirit stage without experiencing the rumored terrifying intensity. Instead, he effortlessly condensed his Primordial Spirit.
"Let's test the changes after advancing to the Primordial Spirit stage."
He carefully sensed every part of his body.
"After being tempered by the Thunder Tribulation, my physical strength, speed, recovery ability, and other aspects have noticeably improved."
He took out a Fifth Rank Spirit Ore known for its hardness, reached out, and lightly grabbed it. The ore shattered into countless grayish-black fragments that slipped through his fingers.
"Spiritual Energy has transformed into True Essence Mana, and although the quantity has significantly decreased, both its efficiency and power far surpass those of the original Spiritual Energy."
"When using Intermediate Artifacts like the Yin-Yang Magnetic Needle and the Nanming Thunderfire Mirror, or even Intermediate Divine Abilities like the Minor Teleportation Spell, I could only use Spiritual Energy a few times before it was nearly depleted."
"Now, after being compressed into True Essence Mana, I can manifest them with just a tiny portion."
Lu Xuan's mind moved, and the Nanming Thunderfire Mirror held by his Primordial Spirit instantly appeared before him, spewing out deep purple mystic flames.
"After being tempered by the Thunder Tribulation, the Yin-Yang Magnetic Needle's spirituality has greatly increased, and it feels even more familiar and responsive when using it."
He focused his consciousness on the glowing flying needle atop his Primordial Spirit's head, and he could sense a faint, almost imperceptible connection within the flying needle, as if it deeply relied on him.
"Next is the rumored Primordial Spirit Departure."
Lu Xuan took a deep breath. Currently, he was still within the Sword Sect Spirit Ground's Defense Formation, and outside, there was also the True Sword Guardian. This gave him the confidence to boldly attempt the Primordial Spirit Departure.
His consciousness sank into the plump white infant, and with a thought, the scenery before his eyes seemed to flow by. The plump white infant, carrying several artifacts, emerged from Lu Xuan's Heavenly Crown, curiously observing the entire world.
Below him, Lu Xuan's physical body remained motionless, as if frozen in place.
"Free and unrestricted, unbound by anything. Is this the Primordial Spirit Departure?"
The plump white infant babbled to itself.
After the Primordial Spirit's departure, he seemed to break free from the constraints of his physical body, feeling an endless sense of freedom.
A gentle breeze blew, and the infant shivered in mid-air, instantly feeling the cold throughout its body, returning to its physical form.
"Just after promotion, the Primordial Spirit is still relatively weak and cannot stay outside the physical body for long."
"The outside world is too risky for a Primordial Spirit. Staying exposed like this is like a child holding gold, easily attracting others' covetousness."
The physical body is both a constraint and a protection for the Primordial Spirit.
Lu Xuan decided that unless absolutely necessary, he would not easily release his Primordial Spirit.
"It's time to leave this Spirit Ground."
After sensing the changes following his breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit, he decided to leave the Spirit Gathering Array.
As soon as he opened the array, the remaining traces of thunderclouds dissipated, and countless radiant lights shone as Lu Xuan shot out like an arrow from the array.
"Congratulations, Junior Brother Lu, on your successful promotion to the Primordial Spirit!"
Outside the Spirit Ground, a Primordial Spirit True Monarch, responsible for maintaining this place, smiled and congratulated Lu Xuan.
"Greetings, Senior Uncle Lu."
Three Inner Sect disciples who served as his assistants bowed respectfully, their eyes filled with varying degrees of envy.
Guarding such an important place in the Sword Sect, the three had extraordinary identities and strengths, and all of them had hopes of breaking through to the Primordial Spirit.
Over the years in the Spirit Ground, the three had witnessed countless Sword Sect talents coming with high hopes, only to leave with regret, and some even perished within the Spirit Ground.
Therefore, the three were well aware of the challenges of breaking through to the Primordial Spirit, and they couldn't help but feel envious and jealous of Lu Xuan's smooth breakthrough.
"Thank you, Senior Brother."
"Junior Nephews, there's no need for formalities."
Lu Xuan smiled and spoke.
"Hahaha! Junior Brother Lu! Congratulations!"
Before he could even exit the Spirit Ground, two silver-white dragons wrapped in rolling sword light appeared before him in an instant.
Jian Huanzhen's figure emerged, his face filled with laughter.
"Greetings, Senior Brother Huanzhen."
Lu Xuan was accommodating, changing his usual address and calling him Senior Brother.
"I never expected that you, Junior Brother, could smoothly break through to the Primordial Spirit while being engrossed in spirit herbs. It truly surpasses my expectations."
Jian Huanzhen said with a smile.
The Sword Sect had countless Sword Dao geniuses, but those who could break through to the Primordial Spirit were few and far between. The entire True Sword Peak had only a dozen Primordial Spirit True Monarchs.
But from this day forward, there would be one more—Lu Xuan True Monarch.
Lu Xuan's successful breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit not only added to the strength of True Sword Peak but also gave Sword Peak an advantageous position in the next cycle's grand competition.
More importantly, breaking through to the Primordial Spirit meant a lifespan exceeding a thousand years, allowing him to contribute countless efforts to True Sword Peak and even the entire Sword Sect.
"This breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit, aside from good luck, is also thanks to the Seventh Stage Incarnate Spirit Treasure, the Thunder Lake Divine Sand, that Senior Brother gave me before."
"It was this extraordinary treasure that allowed me to safely pass through the thunder tribulation without any harm."
Lu Xuan spoke sincerely.
His words were not wrong; the Thunder Lake Divine Sand indeed played a significant role in his breakthrough, aiding his unharmed promotion.
"Let's go! I'll explain to you in detail the benefits and responsibilities after becoming a Primordial Spirit."
"Of course, before that, we should properly celebrate your breakthrough."
Jian Huanzhen laughed heartily.
As soon as he finished speaking, a voice as ancient as time itself resonated in the ears of all the cultivators in the Sword Sect.
"Congratulations to Lu Xuan True Monarch of True Sword Peak on his promotion to the Primordial Spirit!"
The ancient voice echoed throughout the entire Sword Sect, reverberating in the hearts of every disciple for a long time.
(End of Chapter)
Chapter end
Report
