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Chapter 375: Seed of Heaven's Will, Reincarnation Cultivation (Part 1)
Chapter 375: Seed of Heaven's Will, Reincarnation Cultivation (Part 1)
The Will of the Dao formed from that power, ethereal and intangible, yet radiating an awe-inspiring majesty.
The solemn, ancient, and supreme intimidation made Li Hao feel a sense of familiarity.
When he finally realized the origin of this power, Li Hao's pupils couldn't help but constrict slightly, a wave of shock rippling through his heart.
This is... the Heavenly Dao?!
But it was different from the Will of the Heavenly Dao he had touched during his Transcendence to Immortality. It was like a miniature, greatly diminished version of the Heavenly Dao, or perhaps a seed!
Even so, this realization left Li Hao stunned and incredulous. This was the supreme power of the All Heavens!
Although the seed of heaven's will within his body couldn't compare to the Heavenly Dao outside, Li Hao could sense that even a slight mobilization of it could cause phenomena and waves, easily suppressing the Three Calamities Sage!
If he encountered a Supreme Sage, Li Hao felt he would have a fighting chance!
Old Feng had said that a Supreme Sage was at the pinnacle of the Saint Path, having glimpsed the Heavenly Dao and able to borrow its power!
And now... a seed of heaven's will had formed within his body!
According to Ying Xiaoxiao, he was currently at the Lesser Ultimate Sage Realm, not yet the true Ultimate Sage Realm!
Only when the three saint dao powers accumulated to the Divine Realm and merged could he reach the true Ultimate Sage Realm!
At that time... what changes would this seed undergo?
Li Hao's eyes gleamed with excitement and enthusiasm. Could it be that he would then give birth to a true Heavenly Dao?
If that were the case, Li Hao couldn't even imagine what kind of existence he would become.
However, accumulating the three powers to the Divine Realm was an unimaginably difficult task. The Primordial Ancestor had been cultivating since ancient times and had only managed to reach the Divine Realm with Incense!
The Extreme Dao, while easier to cultivate, required half of the All Heavens Holy Land to be in turmoil and death to achieve the Divine Realm.
In other words, it would mean slaughtering half of the All Heavens to condense the Extreme Path Divine Realm!
As for the Sacrificial Dao... it was likely the most difficult to accumulate. Although Ying Xiaoxiao hadn't elaborated, Li Hao had a general idea.
It would require cultivating many Great Dao to the Saint Path and then performing the Sacrificial Dao to achieve it.
Cultivating a single Sacrificial Dao to the Ascension stage was already extremely rare, let alone accumulating it many times. The difficulty was beyond comprehension!
Even with the Panel to accelerate his cultivation, Li Hao felt a chill run down his spine when he considered the potentially long and arduous process ahead.
"The Divine Race Ancestor is about to awaken, and a war in the All Heavens is likely to ensue. Even if I assist, the Extreme Path Power they can share will be extremely limited. Unless I actively plunder and slaughter..."
Li Hao's eyes flickered, but he ultimately dismissed the thought.
In the Mortal World, one general's success is built on the bones of countless others. The Extreme Path Divine Realm requires sacrificing half of the All Heavens for a single person to become a deity.
Such a high cost made it hard for Li Hao to steel his resolve.
"However, achieving the Extreme Path Divine Realm alone is not enough. The Sacrificial Dao and Incense are even more challenging. By the time I cultivate the Sacrificial Dao to the Divine Realm, it will likely take a long time. By then, the accumulated natural slaughter and death in the All Heavens will probably be sufficient to absorb the Extreme Path Power to the Divine Realm..."
Li Hao's eyes flickered, and he promptly stopped thinking about the Extreme Dao.
His thoughts returned to the seed of heaven's will within his body. With a mental command, a primordial and vast aura seemed to emanate from within, separating the seed of heaven's will once more.
When gathered, it was the seed of heaven's will; when dispersed, it became the three saint powers intertwined.
Li Hao exhaled gently, and the Great Dao condensed around him. The breath he exhaled immediately formed two Incarnations beside him.
Each of these Incarnations contained a saint dao power.
Sacrificial Dao, Incense, Extreme Dao!
Apart from his True Self, which possessed the Sacrificial Dao, the two Incarnations also had Sage Realm powers.
"They... actually have the Saint Path's Three Calamities Shackles too!"
Li Hao suddenly felt that these Incarnations also had the Saint Path's Shackles, and there were three of them!
In his own body, there were only two, as he had already transcended the human calamity.
"Three saints cultivated together, does that mean I have to endure nine calamities?"
Li Hao was momentarily stunned, but then he felt a bit relieved. The saint dao powers of Incense and Extreme Dao had not yet undergone the trials of calamities and transformation.
Li Hao absorbed the Incarnations, and the two powers returned to his Physical Body. The three powers intertwined within him, with the Three Calamities Shackles still bound to the essence of the saint dao power.
Now, Li Hao could freely switch between any of the three saint dao powers, and even manifest them simultaneously.
However, for Li Hao, the strongest technique was to gather the three powers and transform them into the seed of heaven's will, which might allow him to contend with a Supreme Sage!
Li Hao reined in his aura, and the surrounding phenomena dissipated. He took a step forward, emerging from the ten-thousand-foot-deep earth fissure and then departed.
...
At the same time, deep within a Minor World.
Near the underground lava, a group of figures stood there. The temperature here was extremely high, and even a Fourth Establishment Realm expert could not remain for long, relying on their Dao Domain to barely withstand the intense heat.
Yet, here, magnificent palaces and buildings had been constructed.
Many figures lived within these buildings, which were protected by divine arrays, isolating the scorching heat.
"We are called the Divine Race, yet we live in such cramped conditions, like cockroaches, earthworms, and other pests underground. How despicable!"
"Don't say that. We've endured for so many years. Just a little longer, and our Ancestor will return. Then, our race will see the light again, and we will make the All Heavens know that we are the Divine Race, not the Demon Race!"
"It used to feel hopeless, and we got used to it, not feeling much pain. But now, I can hardly bear it for a moment longer. When our Ancestor returns, I will be the first to charge forward, leading the charge!"
"Exactly, let the All Heavens be drenched in blood!"
By the fire pit, several figures gathered, whispering about various matters, their words filled with intense hatred and a desire for revenge.
The accumulated grievances and humiliations of generations had been etched into their bones, and this anger simmered in the hearts of every member of the race.
In the past, the malevolence and bloodlust weren't as strong, but now that their Ancestor was about to awaken, it was becoming increasingly difficult to suppress. Some were already fantasizing about how they would make the All Heavens bleed and rue the day they were born!
Whoosh!
A figure suddenly appeared in the air, enveloped in a green glow, effortlessly passing through the special restrictions and materializing quietly.
"Pay respects to the Divine Maiden."
Some of the figures, upon seeing the woman in the green-blue robe, were momentarily stunned but quickly knelt in respectful obeisance.
Several Semi-Saints standing by the lava fire pit also bowed deeply.
Apart from the reverence for her Sage Realm, it was also because she was the Divine Maiden, the direct descendant of their Ancestor, possessing the purest Ancestor Power.
"Grandmother, I want to see the Ancestor."
Ying Xiaoxiao returned and directly entered the highest temple, where she saw an elderly woman in a crimson robe, seated regally. She immediately reined in her aura and bowed her head respectfully.
"Xiaoxiao, you have now reached the Sage Realm, and it's time to put aside your playful nature. Don't forget the mission of our race that you bear."
The regal old woman's face softened with a gentle smile.
Ying Xiaoxiao spoke softly, "I went to the Ancient Mist World to absorb the extreme path power there. I have saved many Slaughter Grievances, freeing them from torment in the Mourning River. Additionally, I have some good news to bring back."
"You have a kind heart, but alas, my race has been branded as the Demon Race despite our efforts to save countless lives. The Sages are unjust, turning a blind eye to fairness..."
The regal old woman's eyes slowly revealed a trace of hatred, but when she turned to Ying Xiaoxiao, her gaze softened, and she said:
"What good news could be so urgent that it disturbs the Ancestor? The Ancestor's sacred consciousness has just awakened and needs to rest to recover."
"I have found an ally whose strength rivals that of the Three Calamities Sage. When the Ancestor leads our race to seek revenge, this ally can help us stand against the Buddhist Sect's Green Lamp Buddha and Xu Zu!"
Ying Xiaoxiao immediately replied.
"Oh?"
The regal old woman's eyes showed surprise. "Truly? Since the Catastrophe, the Sages have avoided us, and we dare not approach them, for fear of leaving any trace. How can you be certain that this Sage will help us?"
"Because he also has a grudge against them."
Ying Xiaoxiao said.
The regal old woman's interest was piqued. "Which Sage is it?"
"You'll know as soon as I mention his name. It's the one who recently won first place in the Supreme Young Hero Battle."
Ying Xiaoxiao looked up at the regal old woman with a radiant smile in her eyes.
"Is it him?"
The regal old woman had clearly heard of Celestial Sovereign Hao's legend. In the Supreme Battle, he ascended to Sainthood through the Sacrificial Dao without using Incense, and immediately defeated the Buddhist Sect and the Void Sacred Land, a feat that would be remembered for ages.
"How did you meet him?"
The regal old woman looked at her great-granddaughter, her eyes flickering as she saw the smile in the girl's eyes.
"In the Mortal World, when I was with Uncle Mo."
Ying Xiaoxiao's eyes dimmed, the light in them suddenly extinguishing as she spoke in a low, dejected tone.
The regal old woman immediately understood her thoughts, her own eyes changing. She sighed softly:
"Your Uncle Mo and the others chose this path willingly. To help the Ancestor be reborn is an unparalleled honor. You shouldn't grieve for him."
Ying Xiaoxiao remained silent, not responding.
The regal old woman continued: "I had also planned to send someone to court that new Sage. The other Sages either know about the Catastrophe or fear the Supreme Sages, unwilling to get involved. Some even wish to be their lackeys, eager to curry favor with the Primordial Ancestor by revealing our race's whereabouts..."
As she spoke, a cold expression appeared on her face. "Only these new Sages have the courage and the pride of their former genius selves, without the cowardly thoughts of the others. I didn't expect you to make such a connection. This is indeed good news. Go and tell the Ancestor yourself."
Ying Xiaoxiao, flattered by her praise, smiled again and nodded.
Then, she made her way to the depths of the temple.
There, a massive fire crystal floated, and within it, a powerful saint dao aura pulsed, even in its restrained state, like an ancient behemoth, radiating immense intimidation.
Ying Xiaoxiao's eyes changed, and she bowed deeply.
"What is it?"
A detached thought emerged from the saint dao aura.
"I have found a Sage ally who can assist the Ancestor in our grand plan." Ying Xiaoxiao explained, recounting Li Hao's willingness to help.
As she finished speaking, the saint dao aura in the fire crystal pulsed slightly, releasing a fraction of its extreme dao, filled with destructive intent.
"There's no need to risk contacting other Sages. I do not require their aid. If the news leaks, it could ruin everything."
The voice said, not showing the joy Ying Xiaoxiao had expected, but rather a hint of displeasure.
Ying Xiaoxiao was taken aback, realizing the Ancestor's concerns were valid. She quickly added, "That person is different. Even if he doesn't wish to help, he won't reveal this information."
"Hmm?"
The voice clearly hadn't expected Ying Xiaoxiao to contradict him.
After a brief pause, the voice became cold and authoritative: "Do you trust me, or do you trust an outsider? You bear the mission of our race. As the Divine Maiden, you must not be so foolish. Do you want one of your mistakes to cause our entire race, and even me, to suffer another Sages' Catastrophe?!"
Ying Xiaoxiao's face turned pale, and she quickly knelt down. "Ancestor, I just wanted to..."
"You need not do anything unnecessary. I will soon return. For now, remain low-profile. The calmer you are, the stronger the storm will be when it comes." The voice said coldly.
Ying Xiaoxiao bit her lip and lowered her head.
She knew how difficult it was for the Divine Race to survive, hiding in the Land of Sages, facing challenges at every step. That's why she hoped to gain an ally to reduce the casualties and sacrifices her people would face in the upcoming war.
"I have no idea how Qingxue raised you. As a Divine Maiden, you should prioritize the greater good!"
Qingxue is a noble old woman and also Ying Xiaoxiao's grandmother.
The voice spoke with dissatisfaction, but after that, it didn't continue. After a brief pause, it resumed:
"The person you mentioned, Qingxue has told me about him. However, he is fraught with trouble and is too conspicuous. Before he can help me, he might struggle to overcome his own calamity. By the time I reemerge, he will likely have become the Supreme Sage's prey."
Ying Xiaoxiao was taken aback, her expression changing. She looked up and asked, "Ancestor, what do you mean by that?"
"You don't need to concern yourself with these matters. For now, avoid showing yourself around. The Primordial Ancestor's thoughts are cunning and devious. If they detect anything, they might set up a trap in advance. We'll wait until I am reborn to discuss this further!"
The voice said, and the light from the fire crystal dimmed.
Ying Xiaoxiao's expression flickered. She glanced at her Ancestor, then, with gritted teeth, she bowed her head and left the grand hall.
...
Time passed.
The Sage Dao Discussion Conference was fast approaching.
Li Hao continued to wander through All Heavens, refining his Heavenly Stars Vein while absorbing Laws to forge his saint body dao bones.
His previous dao bones had shattered, but now, under the Ninth Segment of Dao Mastery, he was able to channel numerous Laws into his body. Li Hao's physical body became increasingly formidable, gradually approaching the ultimate state of the Enlightened Realm.
Wandering in the Secular World, Li Hao's various artistic skills also improved.
Among them, Literary Dao saw the most significant enhancement.
During his leisure time, Li Hao recited the Dao Scripture, and each word and sentence granted him a tremendous amount of experience in Literary Dao, surpassing all the poems and verses he had copied before.
Moreover, the bottleneck between the Sixth and Seventh Ranks in Literary Dao was easily overcome in the presence of the Dao Scripture.
Li Hao could sense that this Dao Scripture delved into the Great Dao's origins, even speaking of the Heavenly Dao!
If he could fully comprehend it, his character would be as exalted as the Heavenly Dao, looking down upon everything in the Mortal World.
Perhaps, the being who wrote this timeless masterpiece, riding a blue ox and leaving behind the dust of fame and fortune, did so because all the superficial joys and honors, all the praise and criticism, were meaningless to them.
They transcended the secular order, the disputes of the saints, and their mindset aligned with the Great Dao, untouched by the dust of worldly desires.
Li Hao checked his Panel attributes.
Physical Body Dao: 10th Segment
Yudao: 9th Segment
Sword Dao: 9th Segment
Body Movement Techniques: 6th Segment
Fist Dao: 6th Segment
In terms of artistic skills:
Art Dao: 10th Segment
Cooking: 9th Segment
Chess Dao: 8th Segment
Poetry: 8th Segment
Music: 6th Segment
Sculpture: 5th Segment
Fishing: 6th Segment
Remaining Art Skill Points: 12 points
The experience in Poetry had jumped from the 6th Segment to the 7th Segment, and then directly to the 8th Segment thanks to the Dao Scripture!
Li Hao originally planned to start with Music and Fishing to break through to the 7th Segment, which would allow him to improve his Body Movement Techniques.
Now, with Poetry soaring, Li Hao directly embedded the 7th Segment mindset of Poetry into his Body Movement Path.
He then began to allocate points.
Soon, his Body Movement Techniques reached the 8th Segment, just one step below the Dao Entry Level Movement Art!
Such Body Movement Techniques were only a step behind those of many Sages, and even some Sages who were not skilled in Body Movement Techniques were only at the 8th Segment.
With the aid of the Eternal Dao Domain and Sword Techniques, Li Hao felt he could now barely keep pace with some of the Three Calamities Sages.
If one can elevate their Body Movement Techniques to the 9th level and enter the Dao, they would rank among the upper echelons of Sages.
The exact level depends on the specific Divine Powers of the Body Movement Techniques they master.
In the world of Mu Wan.
In a pavilion atop a Holy Peak of a Holy Land.
With a sharp sound, a black piece fell, blocking the white piece's retreat.
Li Hao, dressed in fine robes and looking like a wealthy young gentleman, smiled.
"Thank you for letting me win, Night Ancestor."
He wandered through the Secular World, casually strolling through the All Heavens, and took the opportunity to meet these old acquaintances from the Flower Touring Society.
Since his Ascension, others had become less proactive in calling him, seemingly worried about offending him. Li Hao took the initiative to find them and catch up.
They had traveled great distances to support him, and Li Hao remembered their kindness.
"Didn't expect you to really know how to play chess..."
Night Ancestor looked at the chessboard with a complicated expression, finally letting out a bitter smile.
Previously, Qingjiu had also claimed to enjoy chess, but they played terribly when they faced off.
Night Ancestor had assumed Li Hao was the same, just a hobby, especially after learning Li Hao's age was only 28 during the Supreme Young Hero Battle. He didn't have much hope.
After all, to Cultivate to such a realm at 28 was already terrifying, let alone having the leisure to play chess. How could that be possible?
But with full confidence, he was checkmated by Li Hao.
(End of Chapter)
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