Gou Dao and Cultivation of Immortals, Start from Farming

Over the past century, the Immortal Dynasty has taken deep root in this realm, establishing a complete cultivation system. Spirit stones, immortal marrow, and the essence of the Breath Soil... resources flow like an endless river, nourishing countless cultivators. Immortal Kings and Immortal Venerables have emerged one after another, and several veteran powerhouses have even touched the threshold of the Dao of Seed, waiting only for the right opportunity to break through and ascend to the next realm.

The creator of all this—Li Mu—has always been sitting quietly deep within the Chaos Treasure Palace, breathing in harmony with the Chaos Dao Tree.

Within the treasure palace, the sea of ​​qi was boundless, and the Chaos Dao Tree grew ever more majestic, like a giant pillar supporting the sky. On it, the three Dao Fruits—Yin Yang Soil—flowed with light, echoing each other and forming a perfect cycle. Nourished by them, the Dao Fruits on the Dao Crown, which were originally blurry, were now clearly discernible.

Li Mu's divine sense sank into the origin of the Dao Tree, sensing the rhythmic emergence of the fifteen newly formed Dao Fruits.

The Golden Dao Fruit contains an incomparably sharp sword intent, as if it has ten thousand blades hidden in its sheath, just waiting to be drawn to cleave the heavens.

The fruit of the Wood Way is full of vitality, and the principles of growth, decay and rebirth of all things flow endlessly within it;

The way of water is profound as an abyss, yet it is gentle enough to carry all things, strong enough to split the earth, and unpredictable.

The fruit of the Way of Fire is as blazing as the sun, burning away all laws, and giving birth to new life from the ashes.

The Way of Wind is light and elusive, yet it can tear through the void and traverse countless worlds.
The Dao of Thunder is violent and majestic, the source of heavenly punishment, and also the beginning of new life.

……

During his century-long seclusion, Li Mu connected with the Chaos Dao through the "anchor point" of the Xirang Realm, continuously drawing upon feedback power. The Law of Earth became increasingly harmonious, and the Chaos Dao's nurturing of other origins accelerated.

Using the Chaos Dao Body as a furnace and the Dao Tree as a cauldron, he refined the origin of the Great Dao and deduced the ultimate principles of the heavens. His Dao cultivation silently increased. When he first entered the Dao realm, although he could create heaven and earth, his control over the Great Dao was still somewhat hindered. Now, after a hundred years of tempering, the Great Dao is as flawless as a clear mirror, without any leaks.

Li Mu is no longer the wielder of the Great Dao, but the Great Dao itself.

With a single thought, chaos pulsates; with a single gesture, all laws open and close. He stands at the pinnacle of the Dao realm, his fingertips already touching the secrets of a higher level.

On this day, deep within the Chaos Treasure Palace, an aura that had been dormant for a hundred years slowly awakened, like a giant dragon opening its eyes, causing the heavens and earth to tremble.

boom!
The boundless sea of ​​qi surged, the branches and leaves of the Chaos Dao Tree swayed, and billions of points of light exploded like a galaxy, illuminating the entire treasure palace.

Li Mu's figure slowly emerged from beneath the Dao tree.

He wore a green robe, his black hair cascading down his shoulders, his face remained as aloof as ever, but his eyes were as deep as two vast universes, as if they had witnessed countless reincarnations. His existence was no longer that of flesh and blood, but rather one with the Chaos Treasure Palace, resonating with the Great Dao and in sync with all laws.

Li Mu stood silently in the void, his body utterly still, as undisturbed as a mortal. Yet, the chaotic energy flowed spontaneously, and the Dao Tree murmured softly, as if he were the sole center of this world, with all Daos submitting and the laws yielding.

"After a century of accumulation, the great path is beginning to take shape."

Li Mu spoke softly, his voice like a low rumble of thunder, each word imbued with the essence of Tao, his words carrying the power of Dharma.

With a slight lift of his right hand, he clenched his fist, and the void and chaos condensed into a miniature giant axe. The axe body flowed with the three colors of yin, yang, and earth, its sharpness restrained, yet it seemed capable of cleaving through the eternal night and severing the chains of fate.

Li Mu felt the vast yet restrained power within his body, and his unprecedented control over the Chaos Dao. He was no longer the same person he once was. The Chaos Dao within him was like a nascent universe, orderly and complete in its laws, waiting only to expand and evolve into infinite possibilities.

"it's time."

With a thought, Li Mu's treasure palace trembled, and his body vanished in an instant. When he reappeared, he was already standing in the starry sky of the Xirang Realm.

With a slight thought, Li Mu's treasure palace trembled, and his body suddenly disappeared. When he reappeared, he was already standing in the chaotic starry sky outside the realm of the Breath Soil.

Against the backdrop of a vast galaxy, the newly formed realm, like a perfectly round spiritual pearl, rises and falls ceaselessly in the boundless chaos. Upon it, the majestic Great Qian Immortal City stands tall, its immortal light soaring into the heavens, vying with the stars for brilliance; mountains surge, rivers and streams are shrouded in mist, spiritual fog swirls, and vegetation flourishes—a scene of celestial grandeur, brimming with life. The desolate and decaying landscape of the past is long gone; now, everything is renewed, as if the world were first created, a sight that shakes the very soul.

Below, the powerful figures of the Immortal Dynasty had already sensed the vast and boundless aura that had been dormant for a century but now surged forth like an unfathomable ocean. They rose from the Great Qian Immortal City, breaking through the void, their immortal light intertwining and Daoist rhythms flowing, converging into a dazzling torrent that stretched across the starry sky. The Valley Master of Burning Heaven, the Ancestor of the Sword Sect, the King of the Sea, and other pillars of the Immortal Dynasty stood at the forefront, their expressions solemn, their eyes filled with both excitement and awe.

Li Mu stood alone in the void, his green robes fluttering and his ink-black hair swaying in the wind. He possessed no extraordinary aura, yet seemed to breathe in harmony with heaven and earth, transcending all phenomena. Between the opening and closing of his eyes, yin and yang flowed, the earth supported the heavens, and all things were born and destroyed, ultimately returning to chaos. His divine light was profound, as if gazing upon a nascent universe, inspiring awe and making one dare not look directly at him.

"Welcome back, senior, as you emerge from seclusion!"

The Valley Master of Burning Heaven bowed first, his voice like thunder, resounding throughout the universe. His voice was filled with reverence and contained boundless expectations for the future. He clearly sensed that after a century of seclusion, Li Mu's Dao had reached an unfathomable realm—a true state of "union with the Dao," where every gesture could evoke the power of creation, and the laws followed in every thought.

"Welcome, senior!"

In an instant, ten thousand immortals bowed in worship, their voices like a tidal wave, shaking the galaxy and causing countless stars to tremble and sway. Celestial light soared into the sky, making Li Mu's figure appear even more majestic, as if he were a supreme being who had stepped out of ancient mythology, ruling over the universe and governing all laws.

Li Mu nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the immortals and then over the thriving Xirang Realm below, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.

“What you have done is exactly what I want.”

Li Mu looked at everyone, smiled and whispered, his words penetrating the minds of the immortals, cleansing their souls, and causing many cultivators to experience a slight increase in their cultivation and a clear mind in an instant.

"After a hundred years, this world has begun to take shape, and the fortune of the Immortal Dynasty is at its zenith."

Li Mu's gaze fell upon the endless chaos, as deep and profound as an ancient well: "However, my path to enlightenment is not yet complete, and the grand ambitions of the Immortal Dynasty cannot be confined to a single realm."

After speaking, Li Mu raised his hand and pointed into the depths of nothingness.

There, chaos surged, starlight dimmed, and endless mysteries seemed to lurk within, faintly revealing unknown opportunities and challenges.

"The myriad realms are vast and boundless. Our Immortal Dynasty shall tread among the stars, expand our territory, use our Dao as the kindling to ignite the chaos of the wilderness, and use our laws as the warp and weft to establish the order of all laws!" Li Mu announced to the crowd.

Upon hearing this, the immortals were stirred and their blood boiled!

They had long awaited this day, and it would begin with the conquest of the heavens and sweep across all realms!

"We will obey your decree, Senior!"

The Valley Master of Burning Heaven solemnly led the oath, his eyes burning with fierce fighting spirit, as if he could already see the immortal banners fluttering and sweeping across the starry sea.

Li Mu's gaze shifted slightly, landing on the King of Zhenhai.

The King of Zhenhai understood, took a step forward, surrounded by celestial light, his aura as steady and profound as a mountain.

"Reporting to our senior, for the past hundred years, we have followed your instructions to build a network for exploring beyond the realm, based on the Xirang Realm."

The King of Zhenhai's majestic voice resounded through the starry sky as he announced, "By utilizing the connections between the surrounding realms of the Xirang Realm, we have discovered several unstable extraterrestrial passages on the borders of the realm over the past century. We have dispatched elite celestial soldiers to stabilize these passages with celestial talismans and to conduct a thorough investigation of the other side of the realm."

As soon as he finished speaking, King Zhenhai flipped his palm, and celestial light condensed, transforming into a miniature star map.

In the picture, the Xirang Realm is located in the center, surrounded by seven points of light that shimmer, each with its own unique color and distinct aura, making them mysterious and unpredictable.

"Currently, seven critical points have been identified, each containing unique origins and laws that can be used by the Immortal Dynasty for conquest."

The King of Zhenhai pointed to the first dark red light, its flames seemingly burning the heavens, yet its aura was deathly still as an abyss. He solemnly introduced, "The first is the Xuan Yuan Ash Realm." "This realm was formed from the remains of the ancient Burning Heaven God and Demon after their fall, which, along with their divine fire, plummeted into the chaotic abyss. Ash mist permeates the heavens and earth, and the space bears the marks of burning. The spiritual veins are all 'Ember Marrow,' containing the source of destruction and rebirth. The beings are mostly Ember Spirits, Fire Demons, or other strange species that feed on Ember Marrow. The laws are chaotic, and killing intent lurks everywhere. However, deep within, there may be fragments of the Burning Heaven God and Demon's legacy. Comprehending the Great Dao of Fire can grant unparalleled opportunities."

Li Mu nodded slightly.

The ultimate form of fire, destruction within which new life is born, perfectly aligns with the principles of chaotic evolution.

The King of Zhenhai pointed to the second spot of light, which was colorful and had flowing light and shadow, as if the shadows of countless ages were shuttling between it.

"Secondly, the boundary of time and ruins."

"The laws of time in this realm are shattered, and fragments of space flow with remnants of different eras—ancient behemoths trample modern buildings, and futuristic magical artifacts fall into primordial battlefields. Those who stray into this realm are easily lost in the river of time, their bodies and souls annihilated. The only stable 'corridor' is constructed from solidified 'sands of time.' Living beings are scarce, mostly alien species born from time distortions, or ancient beings trapped in specific eras. If one can control this realm and comprehend the laws of time, one will attain unparalleled fortune."

Time is the beginning of the Great Way and the end of all laws.

Li Mu's eyes flickered slightly, and his mind stirred.

The third point of light, ancient and majestic, faintly echoed with the roar of a dragon reverberating through the sky.

Thirdly, the Dragon Tomb Realm.

"This realm is an ancient battlefield, where the bones of countless dragons pile up like mountains, forming a continuous dragon bone mountain range. These are no ordinary dragons, but ancient dragon gods who once ruled a universe. Their bones contain dragon might, and their blood contains the essence of their souls. Countless immortal dragon souls roam this realm, their obsessions turning into resentment, their ferocity overwhelming. However, this realm is also a treasure trove for the dragon race, with dragon crystals, dragon marrow, and the inheritance of the dragon gods all buried within their bones. If one can subdue the dragon souls and refine the dragon bones, one can obtain unparalleled physical and bloodline power."

A glint flashed in Li Mu's eyes.

The origin of life, the ultimate Dao of the physical body, can precisely fill the gaps in the chaotic Dao body.

The fourth point of light, with its seven-colored flowing light, is like a dream.

Fourth, the Illusionary Realm.

"This realm is formed by the spiritual power of all living beings, making it difficult to distinguish between reality and illusion, where dreams and reality intertwine. With a single thought, illusions become reality, capable of transforming into all things and even giving birth to spirits. These illusions are projections of the mind, their good and evil uncertain. Those who enter this realm, if their Daoist heart is not firm, are easily succumbed to the illusion and devoured by their inner demons. However, if one controls this realm, one can comprehend the great Dao of the spirit, materialize thoughts, and interfere with reality."

The way of illusion and reality, the ultimate of spirit, perfectly aligns with the changes of all things in chaos.

The fifth point of light, with its flowing metallic luster and faint mechanical hum, was accompanied by a faint glow.

Fifth, the Golden Puppet Realm.

"This realm is not ruled by flesh and blood beings, but was built by the extraordinary Golden Spirit Civilization. Its laws manifest as gears, array patterns, and energy cores, and everything can be modified and upgraded. The Golden Puppets are exceptionally intelligent, feeding on energy and using metal as their bodies. They fight and form alliances, creating their own order. This realm contains the ultimate 'gold' origin, as well as the laws of 'order' and 'creation'. If it can be conquered, the Immortal Dynasty can obtain endless immortal gold, puppets, and the arts of weapon forging and array formation."

Metal is the origin of all things, the principle of order, the foundation of the Five Elements, and the pillar of civilization.

The sixth point of light, a dark green abyss, reeks of decay.

"Sixth, the Abyss of Ten Thousand Poisons."

"This realm is the epitome of the laws of poison. The heavens and earth are filled with poisonous mist, space is distorted, poisonous insects devour immortal kings, poisonous beasts temper their bodies, and poison cultivators take poison as their path. Living beings are extremely hostile, and the environment is treacherous. However, its core contains the origin of all poisons, which can be used to temper the body, refine weapons, and transform life. By mastering all poisons, one can also forge a path of solitude."

Poison is not only for killing, but can also lead to rebirth; it is a transformation of water and wood, a divergence of the Great Dao.

The seventh point of light is ethereal and elusive.

"Seventh, the Void Realm."

"This realm is a manifestation of the laws of space. There are no mountains or rivers, only void, rifts, and turbulent currents. The creatures are void beings, feeding on the power of space, moving mysteriously, and possessing astonishing combat power. Although it lacks material wealth, it is an excellent place to comprehend the Great Dao of Space and master the ability to travel through the void. If one can establish a foothold here, the Immortal Dynasty's ability to move and hide will reach an unprecedented level."

The extreme of space, on par with time, is supreme and indispensable.

The seven realms each contain profound mysteries, like seven bright pearls scattered in chaos, waiting to be discovered.

After King Zhenhai finished speaking, he stepped back and awaited the imperial decree. The immortals held their breath, their eyes fixed intently on Li Mu.

Li Mu gazed at the star map, and the seven points of light reflected in his sea of ​​consciousness, as if he were flipping through an ancient scroll of the Great Dao.

The laws of each realm are clearly revealed, and their potential is fully displayed.

The Profound Abyss Realm, the extreme of fire; the Ruins of Time Realm, the secret of time; the Ancient Dragon Tomb Realm, life and bloodline; the Illusory Spirit Realm, spirit and reality; the Golden Puppet Realm, gold and order; the Abyss of Ten Thousand Poisons, poison and change; the Void Realm, emptiness and void…

The Great Dao of Chaos, which seeks to encompass all things, can nourish all seven realms.

However, we should now choose one as the beginning of our conquest and also as the foundation of the Great Way.

With the three elements of Yin, Yang, and Earth established, the initial forms of the various Dao fruits—metal, wood, water, fire, wind, and thunder—began to take shape atop the Chaos Dao Tree.

Among the Five Elements, metal, wood, water, and fire are the foundation of all things. If one of them is perfected first, the foundation of the Great Dao will be more solid.

Li Mu's gaze slowly fell upon the Golden Puppet Realm and the Profound Abyss Ash Realm.

One God creates order, another destroys and brings forth new life.

The Golden Puppet Realm, the origin of gold, is governed by a strict order that aligns with the founding principles of the Immortal Dynasty. Its laws are stable and conducive to long-term development.

Although the Xuan Yuan Jin Realm is rich in fire, its laws are violent, making conquest difficult. Furthermore, one must master the power of destruction; a slight misstep can backfire and devour oneself.

Li Mu's mind was made up. What he sought was not plunder, but fusion—to transform the laws of all realms into the flesh and blood of the Great Dao of Chaos.

Order is far better than the chaos of destruction.

Li Mu raised his hand and lightly touched the Golden Puppet Realm, which shimmered with metallic luster on the star map, with his fingertips.

"This world suits my taste perfectly."

Li Mu's voice was soft, yet it sounded like a decree from the Great Dao, leaving no room for doubt.

"The Golden Puppet Realm, the origin of gold and the principle of order, can be the first stop for the Immortal Dynasty to expand its territory, and can also add the element of gold to our Chaos Great Dao!"

Before he finished speaking, the golden puppet realm light spots on the star map suddenly blazed brightly, as if inspired by the Great Dao, resonating with the chaotic power within Li Mu's body, and buzzing incessantly.

The immortals were startled, their eyes flashing with intense light. (End of Chapter)