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Chapter 557: Attaining the Beyond, Today!
Chapter 557: Attaining the Beyond, Today!
February 15, 2025
The Legend's Records
Vague and mysterious, the will of the void.
Greatly enhances one's Fengyun.
Hou Shisan's barely contained excited mutterings made Qin Zheng's heart tremble, instantly confirming that the other party had indeed sensed his presence!
However, it was as if an invisible wall separated them, blocking the channel for communication, allowing Hou Shisan to only vaguely perceive Qin Zheng's existence.
In other words, this place wasn't just a memory illusion; it was a real scene from countless years ago, unfolding within the Ancient Realm among the Tianyuan Clan!
Even though Qin Zheng had long understood the power of the Scroll of Merit, what was happening before him once again exceeded his expectations of the scroll.
To be able to project his consciousness into the endless past, into the midst of an Ancient Clan yet to face the Great Calamity, was a might beyond imagination!
After confirming his guess, Qin Zheng suppressed the thoughts in his heart and focused his mind on what Hou Shisan was seeing, observing the events unfolding with even greater attention.
And at that moment—
"Dao Gu Inheritance!!"
Hou Shisan muttered to himself again, quickly gathering his thoughts and focusing on the mountain-like figure before him. His eyes glowed with increasing fervor.
After a moment of hesitation, he had originally planned to choose the Shen Gu Legacy to ensure a gain within the ancestral mausoleum, allowing him to participate in the Ten Thousand Clans Grand Competition with a stronger stance.
But after sensing the subtle changes in his body and connecting it to the descriptions in the ancient records, he decided to take a risk. He abandoned the certainty of the Shen Gu Legacy and sought a more powerful opportunity!
The outcome did not disappoint him; he had indeed stumbled upon a Dao Gu-level inheritance!
If he could digest this Dao Gu-level inheritance before the start of the Grand Competition, he was confident that he could break into the top ten!
With this, he would shine in the Ancient Realm, restoring the glory of the Tianyuan Clan. His name, Hou Shisan, would be passed down through the generations of the Tianyuan Clan, just like that of the Ji Gu Ancestor, and inspire reverence.
With these thoughts in mind, Hou Shisan took a few steps forward, but under the oppressive might of the Dao Gu Realm, each step required ten times more effort than the last. After just a few steps, Hou Shisan had already pushed his internal power to its limit, expanding it to 120 times its original strength, just to resist the pressure from the Dao Gu Realm.
When he reached the mountain-like figure, he respectfully bowed and said, "Hou Shisan of the Tianyuan Clan, here for the Ten Thousand Clans Grand Competition. I apologize for disturbing the Ancestor's spirit during its slumber."
As soon as he finished speaking, the oppressive might that seemed to crush him into dust dissipated instantly.
"The Ten Thousand Clans Grand Competition?"
A deep voice echoed from within the 'mountain'.
Hou Shisan maintained his composure, continuing to bow respectfully as he replied, "Yes, Ancestor, it is indeed the Grand Competition."
"This time, after much deliberation, the clan elders decided to open the ancestral mausoleum, allowing us, the chosen nine, to enter and seek our own opportunities for breakthroughs."
"That is why I have appeared here, disturbing the Ancestor's spirit."
Hou Shisan's tone was neither arrogant nor humble, and with the shared bloodline connection of the Tianyuan Clan, the 'mountain' believed his words almost entirely.
The next moment—
Whoosh!
Strands of green mystic light emerged from within the 'mountain', enveloping its massive body like a whirlwind, and then gradually shrinking in Hou Shisan's eyes until it reached the height of a normal person.
Bang!
The cocoon-like green light burst open.
A tall and slender figure appeared, a handsome young man in white with a blue robe.
However, on his forehead, there was a thumb-sized cavity from which thin strands of blood oozed out, turning into red light and dissipating, giving off an eerie feeling that contrasted with the man's handsome features.
At that moment, when Qin Zheng saw the cavity on the man's forehead, a thought emerged in his mind: this cavity was pierced by an arrow!
But the Tianyuan Clan was renowned for its arrow skills. Who among them could surpass a Tianyuan Clan member at the Dao Gu Realm in the art of archery?
And to directly shoot and kill!
Could there be an Ancient Clan even more skilled in archery than the Tianyuan Clan, or was it a Ji Gu Realm expert who used their realm's advantage to slay this person? Qin Zheng's mind raced with possibilities.
Hou Shisan once again spoke respectfully, "Hou Shisan of the Tianyuan Clan pays his respects to the Ancestor!"
The handsome young man shook his head lightly, "I am but a lingering spirit relying on divine artifacts. You are a heavenly prodigy at the Ling Gu Realm and will surely step into the Dao Gu Realm in the future. There's no need for such formality."
"Hou Shisan's expression turned solemn, and he respectfully replied, 'Strength is not the sole measure of reverence. Our ancestor fought to his demise for our clan, and as his descendants, we naturally hold utmost reverence for him.'"
The elegant young man shook his head without speaking, but as he glanced at Hou Shisan, a peculiar look appeared in his eyes.
However, after a few glances, he withdrew his gaze and spoke again, "Your Sky Abyss Divine Archery has already reached its pinnacle, not inferior to the Divine Ancient Realm by any means."
"The Shen Gu Realm's legacy is indeed not of great help to you. Although I am from the Dao Gu Realm, I can assist you in perfecting your Sky Abyss Divine Archery, but..."
The elegant young man paused, as if organizing his thoughts, and after a few breaths, he continued, "I died in the past because of Arrow Dao. My demise on the path I was most proficient in made me realize that Sky Abyss Divine Archery is not truly invincible in the realm of arrows."
"After pondering for millions of years within this divine weapon, I finally understood this unique arrow technique of our clan. Although it is the foundation of our survival, it has also become the shackle that binds us!"
"The ancient ancestor of the Ji Gu Realm created Sky Abyss Divine Archery and passed down this Dao Art. Although the TianYuan Clan's strength soared, no other Ji Gu Realm ancestor has emerged since."
After speaking his last sentence, the elegant young man fixed his gaze on Hou Shisan, and after a few breaths, he continued, "You must think this through. There's no turning back once the arrow is released. After perfecting Sky Abyss Divine Archery, you won't be able to walk your own path."
Hou Shisan fell silent upon hearing this.
At this moment, Qin Zheng felt a sense of strangeness.
He always felt that the elegant young man's gaze would occasionally shift towards him, not directed at Hou Shisan. Qin Zheng could naturally discern the difference in those gazes.
Could this fallen Dao Gu Great Being also sense his presence? Qin Zheng's heart slightly condensed, and as he hesitated about communicating with the other party, Hou Shisan's determined voice once again echoed within the cave.
"Reporting to the ancestor, I still choose Sky Abyss Divine Archery!"
Hou Shisan's expression was solemn as he continued, "I believe I have decent talent; otherwise, I wouldn't have reached the Ling Gu Realm at this age, nor would I have perfected Sky Abyss Divine Archery in such a short time."
"But I don't feel capable of breaking through barriers and forging my own path."
"After perfecting Sky Abyss Divine Archery, I have a ninety percent chance of advancing to the Dao Gu Realm. However, if I abandon Sky Abyss Divine Archery, I can't even be sure if I can advance to the Shen Gu Realm!"
"When I first started cultivating, an elder once told us that the path of cultivation is not solely about pursuing personal strength; it's also about constantly gaining clarity about oneself."
"The Ji Gu Realm is too vague and mysterious, but the Dao Gu Realm is within reach. The choice isn't that difficult."
Hou Shisan's voice slowly resonated.
The elegant young man's expression, far from disappointed, showed appreciation, and he nodded, saying, "Well said."
"The path of cultivation is not merely about pursuing personal strength; it's also about constantly gaining clarity about oneself!"
"Your clear understanding of this point indicates that you're not far from the Dao Gu Realm. In that case, I'll lend you a helping hand to perfect your Sky Abyss Divine Archery and strive to advance to the Dao Gu Realm before the Grand Competition!"
After speaking, the elegant young man took a step forward and stood before Hou Shisan. He then pointed at Hou Shisan's brow, and countless insights flooded into him like a torrent.
In Hou Shisan's eyes, silhouettes of cultivators appeared, and a mysterious force propelled his Sky Abyss Divine Archery, transforming it from its pinnacle towards perfection.
Within his body, the Dao rhyme that allowed the power to expand seemed to receive immense nourishment, beginning to thicken at a visible rate.
【TianYuan Divine Archery】's scriptures emerged in his consciousness, and the characters, unfamiliar until now, remained so. Yet, Qin Zheng could sense their profound significance.
He found himself immersed in the cultivation of this Dao Art, and after an unknown duration, a sound akin to an eggshell cracking echoed in his mind.
Then, a familiar Dao rhyme surged from his spirit, instantly fortifying his soul to an incredible degree!
This was TianYuan Divine Archery!
At this moment, he had entered the realm of TianYuan Divine Archery! And as his cultivation continued, his progress rose like a boat with the tide, gradually advancing from the initial stages of entry.
Qin Zheng wondered why such a change had occurred, but he also knew this state wouldn't last forever. Once he fell from this state, resuming cultivation would be a thousand times more difficult!
So, he banished all thoughts, even detaching his mind from Hou Shisan, and immersed himself wholeheartedly in the comprehension and cultivation of TianYuan Divine Archery.
The Method of Entry
The Method of Minor Accomplishment
The Method of Major Accomplishment
When he comprehended the Method of Major Accomplishment, Qin Zheng's mind stirred, and he instantly fell from the previous state of mystic profundity.
As he looked at the scriptures of TianYuan Divine Archery again, although they no longer seemed incomprehensible, they also lacked the clarity of before, as if veiled by a thin, transparent film.
And at that moment—
Hua!
A heavy exhalation sounded, and a whirlwind-like breath instantly enveloped the entire cave.
Hou Shisan slowly opened his eyes, and in that instant, his aura reached the limit of the Ling Gu Realm, just one step away from ascending to the Shen Gu Realm!
The handsome youth nodded slightly, raised his hand again, and with a single finger, tapped Hou Shisan's brow, saying, "I'll help you with this final accumulation."
Boom!!!
An endless, profound power surged in that instant, pushing Hou Shisan's realm to even greater heights.
Qin Zheng, affected by this power, directly separated from Hou Shisan's body. The surroundings turned dim and silent, and when a ray of light appeared, he found himself in the cultivation area of the Eight Scenery Palace.
The air was filled with a celestial aura, and clouds swirled.
Qin Zheng's expression was complex.
First, he hadn't expected the abrupt conclusion, and second, he hadn't had time to do anything. In that ancient realm from countless years ago, there were still many unknowns that needed confirmation.
However, Ling Gu Dao-soldiers weren't limited to just one!
The Wrapping Cloth and the TianYuan Bow!
By purifying these two, one could obtain the 【Tian Yuan Zu's Memory】, allowing entry into the Ancient Realm. He had purified the Wrapping Cloth, and the TianYuan Bow could also be purified.
Qin Zheng's thoughts surged, and after pondering these matters, his complex expression eased slightly. There would be another opportunity.
He suppressed his thoughts, calmed his mind, and began to examine his gains, primarily the 【Tianyuan Clan Energy Circulation Technique】 and TianYuan Divine Archery.
These two Dao Arts could significantly enhance his combat power and guide him towards the path to the Ancient Realm.
However, Qin Zheng had only comprehended the Method of Major Accomplishment in TianYuan Divine Archery, understanding only the path to ascend to the Shen Gu Realm. He wasn't clear about the Dao Gu Realm.
Qin Zheng felt a tinge of regret, but he also understood the 【Shen Gu Legacy】 marked on the Scroll of Merit when he purified the Wrapping Cloth.
This meant that what he could ultimately obtain would be limited to the Shen Gu level, unable to break through and acquire Dao Gu-level items.
Thoughts flashed through his mind.
As he gathered his mind and looked towards his Inner Sea, he immediately saw a drop of blood exuding a rich, bloody scent! Shen Gu JingXue!
Upon seeing this drop of blood, a thought instantly arose in Qin Zheng's mind. But when he recalled his previous experience, he couldn't pinpoint when he had obtained this drop of Shen Gu JingXue.
Could it be that the handsome youth's final touch, while completing Hou Shisan's foundational accumulation, also gave him a drop of Shen Gu JingXue?
But the youth was a Dao Gu Great Being; even if he gave something to Qin Zheng, it would be Dao Gu JingXue, not Shen Gu JingXue.
Qin Zheng was perplexed.
Before he could ponder further, the drop of Shen Gu JingXue exploded, instantly merging into his limbs and bones, his spirit, soul, and consciousness. A powerful, profound force instantly propelled his realm upwards!
Attaining the Beyond Shore was within reach today!
(End of Chapter)
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