Chapter 269: Tian Sheng Lake, Tian Qiuzi

Chapter 269: Tian Sheng Lake, Tian Qiuzi

"What you said last time was right. Heroes are as plentiful as fish in a river, and you need to travel and meet the heroes of the world." Hela spoke calmly.

Ji Jingqiu nodded, agreeing that the saying 'When three people travel together, one is bound to be a teacher' held some truth. Even three ordinary people could accomplish great things together.

He possessed an invincible belief and a humble mindset, willing to learn from others' strengths.

Regarding the Formless Heavenly Devil Technique...

"Are you sure you didn't teach me the wrong technique?" Ji Jingqiu's expression was peculiar as he spoke frankly, "I've mastered the first layer, but it feels strange."

The ultimate application of this cultivation technique was somewhat similar to a message in a bottle.

More precisely, a message in a bottle containing oneself...

Typically, the will of a world was extremely exclusive.

Even Heaven-Human Warriors, who could journey through the Many Worlds, could not enter with their physical bodies.

In such cases, the concept of the Celestial Being Body must be mentioned.

Based on the premise of Mind-Body Integration, the Celestial Being Body was a further transcendence of the Heaven-Human Warrior after crossing the Celestial Being Rank. It possessed a unique characteristic, referred to by some as 'Multiverse Projection' and by others as the prototype of an Immortal Body.

Once the mind achieved Heaven-Human Unity with the world, it could borrow the power of heaven and earth to condense a body similar to the original body.

If one were to take it 'a step further,' whether in terms of flesh or mind, as long as there was still a remnant, they could be resurrected, no different from rebirth through blood.

At that level, a single drop of blood could evolve the universe's creation and destruction—not an empty claim.

"What's so strange about it?" Hela spoke solemnly, "I told you that if you encounter any issues during your cultivation, ask me immediately to avoid going astray. This technique suits you well; it was once the foundation-building technique of the Heavenly Demon!"

Ji Jingqiu carefully explained his doubts.

With his insights, he had almost fully grasped the first layer.

When cultivated to a high level, this technique allowed the mind to divide into millions, flowing with the current, following the coordinates of the dimension, and actively taking the bait.

Yes, actively taking the bait, willingly biting the hook set by powerful beings who fish in the Many Worlds.

But wasn't this seeking death?

Those who dared to fish in the Many Worlds were at least Grandmasters of the Seventh Realm.

He recalled seeing 'Ning Fengyuan's Fishing' frequently during his time in the White Jade Capital.

"Are you sure you've reached this stage in your cultivation?" Hela questioned, surprised that Ji Jingqiu had made such progress in her estimation. She had expected it to take him at least several months to gain any insights, let alone fully master it.

Was the compatibility between this technique and him so high?

Ji Jingqiu nodded, "Just as you said, I also feel that this technique suits me perfectly, as if it were tailored for me. For it, this is like leaving the darkness and embracing the light."

"Very well, your progress is acceptable. You can now prepare for the smuggling."

Hela's tone was calm and unruffled, "Counter-fishing is not something you can handle at your level. You currently have two choices—"

"One, intercept the prayers of believers to the gods, and then sneak into their world through their sacrificial rituals;

"Two, as you said, disguise yourself as harmless and drift along the Heart Ocean, going wherever the current takes you."

Ji Jingqiu listened to the two choices, feeling that neither was very reliable. Both options were too passive, leaving him no control over the world he entered.

"You haven't broken through the Celestial Being Rank, and your mind hasn't been completely marked by the Grand Universe, so you can't take the proper path. You can only smuggle, or else other universes and dimensions will label you first, and you'll regret it."

Hela warned.

Ji Jingqiu sighed, "The randomness is too high. Can I really find opportunities this way?"

Hela said, "Your current issue is Mind-Body Integration. I'll teach you an Energy Transport Technique and a Mind Manifestation Technique, which can specifically 'lock onto' dimensions. You are a person with good fortune, and your luck isn't bad. You'll surely encounter opportunities."

"Mind Manifestation Technique?" Ji Jingqiu couldn't help but ask.

Hela replied calmly, "It's a minor cause-and-effect technique."

Ji Jingqiu pondered, realizing that La Jian was indeed overflowing with wealth. Even a little squeeze could extract a substantial amount.

"What about my physical body after the smuggling?"

He hadn't condensed a Celestial Being Body and didn't possess the 'projection' characteristic.

Hela explained, "Using the Formless Heavenly Devil Technique together with the Divine Embryo nurtured by your physical body's divine womb, when the Sacred Embryo and the Divine Embryo combine, even if it can't replicate your current body perfectly, it will be more than half as capable.

"At that time, your mind and body will split into two. One will journey through the Many Worlds, and the other will travel in the Secular World, both seeking enlightenment. Neither will hinder the other. Once they merge, the insights of the mind and body will integrate and reach perfection, leading to rapid progress. This is the Formless Heavenly Devil Technique!"

Ji Jingqiu nodded. His robust life force field, emanating from his grand physique, resonated with the planet's magnetic field, creating an incredibly mystical sensation, as if he were becoming one with the planet.

This feeling was even purer than Heaven-Human Unity, without any barriers.

He could constantly sense the pulsations of the earth's veins, and the earth's veins pulsed in rhythm with his breath.

The drawback was that his body couldn't move much for the time being.

Any reckless movement would undo all his progress.

Only after truly getting back on track could he act freely, but he couldn't leave East 3 Huang Star.

At this stage, it was time to sort out the mountains, rivers, and veins of the world.

Ji Jingqiu stared at the heart lamp on his fingertip.

La Jian felt that he didn't understand, and it was all about luck. But where was such good fortune to be found?

Ever since La Jian's human nature had become more concentrated, the omniscience attribute unique to deities had been gradually diminishing.

Ji Jingqiu put away the Heart Lamp, as this mental divine technique still required much refinement and was not yet ready to be revealed to the world.

After acquiring two minor techniques from Hela, Ji Jingqiu did not rush into cultivation.

"It's about time. I want to immerse myself in the Suffering Sea once more."

Ji Jingqiu believed that the reason he could achieve tenfold Heaven-Human Unity in the Mind Realm was not only due to his physical body's ability to bear the burden but also because of the tempering effects of the Suffering Sea.

His current physical body, in terms of vitality alone, had surpassed three thousand, far exceeding the basic standard of the Celestial Being Body.

In this realm, pure numerical values had lost their significance; what mattered more was the breadth of the mind, the understanding of the principles, and the integration with the body.

The immersion in the Suffering Sea not only enhanced the strength of his physical body but also served another purpose.

In Hela's words, since undergoing the tempering of the Suffering Sea, his body had gained a faint trace of pure divine nature.

"If enduring the Suffering Sea's water can nurture an immortal divine nature, then why isn't the Suffering Sea something that gods and the powerful would flock to? They should be doing everything in their power to extract the key essence from it."

Ji Jingqiu couldn't help but ask curiously.

The cultivation of divine nature was extremely challenging, especially with the addition of the word "pure."

For divine beings, the purer their divine nature, the higher their future potential, and the more "freedom" they would possess.

No matter how difficult it might be, one should rack their brains to find a solution.

Hela thought, Do you think everyone is as crazy as your Venerable Lineage?

...

Under Ji Jingqiu's guidance, the water from the unseen Suffering Sea poured into his body from the void, truly baptizing his physical form.

During this baptism, his body faintly glowed with a golden light, radiating an immortal divine nature.

The "bracelet" on his wrist twitched a few times, and his charcoal-like body lit up with a crimson light, as if it had also sensed something.

Ji Jingqiu's eyebrows furrowed slightly.

For him, the Suffering Sea was by no means a comfortable bath.

After this immersion, Ji Jingqiu began cultivating the two minor techniques he had obtained from Hela.

These techniques were not even considered divine techniques, but their involvement with the principles of causality and fate made them incredibly challenging.

It took Ji Jingqiu several days to master them.

With everything in place, Ji Jingqiu informed his teacher, Bai Lu, and others about the situation, asking them to guard his physical body.

Then, he embarked on a journey, with his Sacred Embryo and Divine Embryo merging, almost as if he was "soaring into the sky," enveloped by the inner landscape of heaven and earth. Guided by Hela, he ventured forth, leaving only his physical body to merge with the heavens and earth, maintaining the transformation of his life force field.

This was Ji Jingqiu's first time entering the Heart Ocean with his Sacred Embryo.

In that instant, he felt countless gazes from the depths of the void, filled with greed, covetousness, chaos, and delusion...

A myriad of sensations.

Ji Jingqiu scanned the area, taking in the wondrous sights.

In that brief glance, he saw some inexplicable things.

Among them were beings with human-like appearances, yet they were chaotic and devoid of intelligence.

There were also several oddly shaped "ferry boats" sailing on their own, empty of passengers.

Deep within, he could see some light clusters resembling fluttering birds, and as they flapped their wings, a sound like silk tearing or porcelain shattering rang in his ears.

Finally, not far away, Ji Jingqiu spotted a deformed, gigantic creature perched nearby, stuffing everything around it into its mouth and chewing vigorously. Sensing his presence, it reached out to grab him...

"Don't engage with these delusional spirits. Use the Formless Heavenly Devil Technique to directly dive into the depths," Hela reminded him.

...

...

On this day, the headquarters of the Mora Sect witnessed a "vulture occupying the magpie's nest."

Powerful individuals from the Four Divine Church arrived first in the Federation, guided by the Mora Sect, and quietly entered the Federation zone.

"Where is that Ji Jingqiu, and where are the Four Guardians Star?"

"East 3 Huang Star? Brother, please provide us with a detailed star map of the Federation."

"Hehe, rest assured, brother. We have our plans and won't act recklessly. We just want to take a look, and our actions will depend on the situation."

...

...

If one could rise to an infinite height and look down—

The Grand Universe, the Three Thousand Floating Worlds, and countless attached dimensional cracks...

They were all just dazzling points of light, large and small, adorning the sky above a vast and profound ocean.

This ocean, which seemed to devour everything, was the Heart Ocean that made countless beings both fearful and expectant.

Not all worlds in the Three Thousand Floating Worlds were independent and closed off.

Some dimensional worlds were neutral grounds, open to all sides; others were accessible by "paying a fee."

The Crimson Water Realm was located very close to the Dark Sea and was on the verge of collapse.

Most of the original forces in this dimensional world had already relocated, but some remained and even started "managing" the place.

"Is that Senior Brother Han from the Jade Pool Immortal Land ahead?"

Several people walked together, waving and calling out to a person fishing nearby.

Han Qingxun from the Jade Pool Immortal Land turned around and smiled in response.

Several people hurried over, their faces filled with excitement, and they chatted enthusiastically with Han Qingxun.

In the Three Thousand Floating Worlds, only the True Sage Bodhimanda could be considered the supreme and unparalleled.

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"Oh, Senior Brother Han, aren't you going to the newly salvaged Cosmic Light Fragment?" someone asked curiously.

Han Qingxun hesitated, "I had some free time, and my hands were itching, so I came here to fish and also test my recent luck."

Everyone smiled knowingly.

The Crimson Water Realm was very close to the Heart Ocean, yet it was also the best spot for "fishing."

Over the years, many had caught "big fish," some gaining great opportunities, while others met with tragic accidents.

This game that combined fishing and gambling had many warriors hooked.

The group gathered and engaged in casual conversation, mostly discussing the various major powers, especially those who had surpassed the Heaven-Human Boundary.

In the Three Thousand Floating Worlds, the Heaven-Human Boundary was also a line that separated the younger generation from the powerful.

Especially in the True Sage Bodhimanda and the Ten Directions Sect, crossing the Heaven-Human Boundary meant automatically joining the ranks of the true disciples.

During certain special times in some Dao lineages, only true disciples were qualified to compete for the inheritance of the Supreme Dharma.

"I heard that a Divine Prohibition has appeared in the Grand Universe!"

"Oh?" Han Qingxun was surprised, "Could it be that this generation of the Grand Universe has also produced a Heaven's Chosen?"

The Heaven's Chosen is the heir chosen by the will of heaven, the future ruler of a realm.

In the Many Worlds, such examples were not uncommon, but they were also not frequently seen. There were both advantages and disadvantages. Some weak worlds would have their chosen heirs hunted down, possessed, and their great fortune stolen.

Such individuals would hide their identities until they grew up.

Historically, the Grand Universe had never produced a Heaven's Chosen because its rank was too high, equivalent to the ancestral land of this universe's cluster, the center of everything.

Once the Grand Universe produced a Heaven's Chosen...

The Many Worlds would be stirred, all participating in this hunt.

"It's probably not him. You've heard of that person's name, Senior Brother Han. It's Ji Jingqiu, the Son of Royal Heaven who was recently wanted by your Jade Pool Immortal Land and the Heavenly Holy Lake, the two True Sage Bodhimandas!"

Han Qingxun realized, "So it's him! He went to the Grand Universe?"

Ji Jingqiu could be considered the last Heaven's Chosen of Royal Heaven.

Unfortunately, Royal Heaven was already dead, and the title of Heaven's Chosen was merely an empty title, with no favor from heaven.

"It's said that he was originally from the Grand Universe and just borrowed a path to the Royal Heaven Ancient Road," someone explained.

Han Qingxun sighed, "This person is indeed a heaven-endowed genius. I wonder if he will establish a great reputation in the future or meet the same fate as his predecessors and fall halfway."

"Senior Brother Han, I heard that the Jade Pool Banquet in your Jade Pool Immortal Land is about to begin?" someone asked.

Han Qingxun nodded, "That's right."

"Senior Brother Han, I heard that many people are trying to enter the Grand Universe in advance, and there's even a rumor that if you break through the Heaven-Human Boundary in the Grand Universe, you can obtain the Heavenly Heart Mark, reducing the chance of expulsion. Is your Jade Pool Immortal Land taking any action regarding this?"

A warrior from the Ten Directions Sect asked tentatively.

Han Qingxun paused for a moment, not trying to hide the truth, as it was impossible to conceal such a matter. He replied seriously:

"Indeed, we are also trying to contact the powers in the Grand Universe, aiming to enter and establish a presence there as soon as possible."

"After all, according to the prophecies of the Mysterious Sky, in the next hundred or thousand years, the Grand Universe will become the center of the Many Worlds."

"Some Supreme Powers have even predicted that the universe's will in the Grand Universe will likely follow a path of devouring the Many Worlds to counter the Dark Sea."

"The future situation is so uncertain..."

Han Qingxun sighed, shaking his head. He felt that the tide of the times was too great, and they were too insignificant, lacking even the qualification to go with the flow.

It was said that the Dark Sea's devouring of the Grand Universe would be a grand feast, but was the Grand Universe an easy target?

Of course not!

The Grand Universe would never allow itself to be devoured by the Dark Sea!

Whether the future would bring the Dark Sea's downfall, the Many Worlds dividing the Grand Universe, or the Grand Universe turning the tables and devouring the Many Worlds, forcing all major powers to enter the Grand Universe to help it against the Dark Sea...

No one could predict.

Even among the Supreme Powers, there were differing opinions.

But one thing was certain: the Grand Universe was the center of everything, the ancestral land.

Taking today's Nine Continents as an example, some races and powers in the Many Worlds could trace their origins back to the Grand Universe.

This ancestral land buried countless past glories. The Five Original Pillar Divine Kingdoms alone held countless opportunities and treasures.

At the very least, Han Qingxun's Jade Pool Immortal Land currently intended to draw closer to the Grand Universe, not oppose it.

"Hey! I got a bite!"

Han Qingxun's expression suddenly lit up with joy. He pulled the hook with force, and in an instant, amidst the splashing of illusory water, a delicate bronze bottle was pulled ashore.

"This is..."

Before anyone could take a closer look,

The "message in a bottle" suddenly shattered.

Everyone's expressions changed drastically, becoming highly alert, their divine abilities ready to be unleashed at any moment.

No one knew what secrets the floating bottle held, perhaps an opportunity, or a sealed giant demon, anything was possible. Similar examples were documented in the manual for deep-sea fishing in the Dark Sea.

Although this was just an outer area, theoretically, there shouldn't be any dangers beyond the Celestial Being level. But when fishing in the Dark Sea, one could never be too careful.

Han Qingxun was the most solemn, having taken out several Immortal Talismans he had obtained from his elders.

The next moment, a blue lotus bloomed in the void, and a formidable mind force swept across the entire area.

Everyone had been ready to take action, but at the critical moment, they received a secret message and hesitated, withdrawing at the last moment.

[All of you, I come from the Heavenly Holy Lake. I was harmed by a villain and trapped here. Thank you all for coming to my rescue!]



Han Qingxun frowned, forming hand seals with doubts about the other party's identity.

If it weren't for the other party's youthful and vibrant mind power, he would have already taken action.

Appearance, voice, and other aspects could be faked, but the mind could not.

The other party's mind was full of vigor, not like those old monsters who had cultivated for many years. Perhaps he was indeed a peer who had fallen into a trap and had been trapped until now.

Before long, a lotus appeared in the void, and as it bloomed, one mind shone brightly, attracting everyone's attention, leaving them in awe.

Such mind cultivation... could it be a peer?!

Within the radiant mind, a divine embryo emerged, its heart beating vigorously, blood surging, and the sound of its heartbeat reverberated through the heavens and earth. As blood flowed, limbs and bones took shape...

In everyone's eyes, this method was akin to a Celestial Being condensing the power of heaven and earth to reshape their physique.

The group's expressions changed several times because the physical body the other party condensed was too strong. The beating heart moved their hearts, and the life force field it emitted suppressed them all.

However, the other party's cultivation realm wasn't much higher than theirs. It lacked the rhythm of mind-body integration, and at the height of the Mind Realm, it might even be lower than theirs! But this also meant that the other party might indeed be a peerless genius from the Heavenly Holy Lake.

Amidst the dazzling mind light, a tall figure appeared, transforming from ethereal to solid, surrounded by various wondrous scenes. He opened his eyes, deep and unfathomable, as if the grandeur of the sun, moon, stars, rivers, and mountains were inverted within them.

Han Qingxun's expression turned solemn; this person also had a strong Mind Realm.

With a sigh, the man who emerged from the blue lotus cupped his hands, exuding excellent manners, and expressed his gratitude, "Thank you, fellow Daoists, for coming to my aid. I am Tian Qiuzi, from the Heavenly Holy Lake. This time, I was harmed by a villain and trapped here, but I have finally seen the light of day again! I will never forget today's kindness!"

"Tian Qiuzi?" someone whispered, "I've never heard of this Daoist name."

The man replied calmly, "Since I was young, I rarely ventured out after entering my sect. Tian Qingzi and Tian Yangjun are my senior and junior brothers. Have you heard of them?"

"Tian Qingzi Shixiong from the Heavenly Holy Lake?" someone stepped forward, "I have interacted with Tian Qingzi Shixiong."

"Tian Yangjun..." someone whispered, "Is he the peerless genius from the Heavenly Holy Lake who died in the Nine Continents? It's said that he was killed by that Ji Jingqiu..."

At this point, he realized his slip of the tongue. If the other party was indeed a true disciple of the Heavenly Holy Lake, this would touch upon their pain.

The man smiled and nodded at him, seemingly unbothered by his gaffe.

Seeing this, Han Qingxun, who knew some inside information, suddenly asked, "Brother Tian Qiu, do you know about the news of your junior brother Tian Yangjun's death?"

The man expressed regret, "Tian Yang Shidi was a heaven-endowed genius, yet he died tragically at the hands of a villain. Once I achieve success in my cultivation, I will take back the sect's inheritance and avenge my sect's humiliation!"

Han Qingxun exchanged a glance with him, both understanding each other's thoughts.

The competition within the Heavenly Holy Lake was fierce because an ultimate law was selecting its master, and Tian Yangjun was one of the most talented and gifted of this generation.

Once he broke through to the Celestial Being level, he would have the highest chance of being chosen by the supreme law among his peers.

If he were truly from the Heavenly Holy Lake, unless there was a personal connection, they would secretly cheer for him in private.

Since this person knew about the ongoing selection of the supreme law within the Heavenly Holy Lake, his behavior was normal. Han Qingxun believed him halfway, but out of caution, he still retained some doubts.

He tested, "Brother Tian Qiu, do you know about the recently opened Cosmic Light Fragment?"

Tian Qiuzi stood before them, his life force still rising, and his eyes shone with divine light.

Everyone's hearts trembled; this guy hadn't even recovered to his peak! "I'm afraid I don't know about that," Tian Qiuzi shook his head, "I've been devoted to the Dao since entering the sect, and I've been in seclusion. My cultivation time isn't long, so I'm unaware of certain common knowledge. Please forgive my ignorance."

Han Qingxun smiled, "This time, the Cosmic Light Fragment has opened, and the Heavenly Holy Lake will likely send people. How about you accompany me there?"

Hearing this, the others showed envy.

The Cosmic Light Fragment could only accommodate a limited number of people. Only a true sage bodhimanda, standing at the pinnacle of the Three Thousand Floating Worlds, could temporarily increase the number of participants, right? In Han Qingxun's observation, Tian Qiuzi readily agreed, "That's excellent! By the way, where are we now?"

(End of Chapter)

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