I seek immortality by chance

Chapter 708 Calamity Qi Arises, Reincarnation and Re-cultivation!
You must be feeling pretty smug right now!

Amidst the surging waves, Gu Yuan stood suspended above the sea, his chest half-open, his black hair flowing freely in the wind, his clothes fluttering. He was gazing at the four corners of the sky when suddenly a hateful voice came from behind him.

Gu Yuan turned his head and looked at the woman in the golden hall, whose clothes were completely covered and whose face was even veiled. He couldn't help but chuckle.

"What do I have to be proud of?"

"It's just a matter of skipping a period of arduous cultivation. Becoming an immortal is already a certainty for me."

Gu Yuan flicked his sleeve, his smile indifferent, but this only made the woman angrier.

She wanted to lash out, but after taking a few deep breaths, she managed to hold back.

Now that things have come to this, she doesn't want to make things too tense, since she has indeed benefited greatly from this "cultivation".

At this moment, her original immortal foundation, which had been damaged and collapsed due to "qi deviation," had completely exploded, and a brand new immortal foundation was created amidst the chaotic thunder.

Once this immortal foundation is established, all past cultivation will transform into a new path, and no one will be able to recognize her identity from her cultivation methods anymore.

But it's not over yet.

Without reincarnation, one cannot "remove" their unregistered status and cultivate in peace.

She still needs the help of the person in front of her.

When will the cycle of reincarnation begin?

She asked coldly.

"No rush. This reincarnation is completely different from the past. It is a true rebirth and cultivation. Only in this way can one become the orthodox lineage and ascend safely. Therefore, one can only use this technique upon returning to Xuanhuang..."

Gu Yuan smiled, not in a hurry, but stared intently at the woman.

He wasn't looking at the woman's beautiful face; rather, he activated his immortal foundation power to look at the person before him from a unique perspective.

"Half-step Azure Immortal, superior-grade immortal foundation, immortal power value of level A, thirty-eight..."

Faint golden characters appeared before his eyes, flowing above the woman's head.

But apart from Gu Yuan, no one else could see these golden characters.

Then Gu Yuan turned his head and looked at the vast ocean beneath his feet once more.

"Lower-grade Spirit Sea, Spirit Vein Value: 52 (Bing grade)..."

Measuring the heavens with golden characters.

This is a new ability that Gu Yuan gained after condensing his immortal foundation.

His immortal foundation is called "Measuring Heaven". What is Measuring Heaven? It is naturally the ability to measure heaven and earth. Therefore, all things in the world have a "scale" in his eyes, and his "measure" in the world can be seen.

The woman's "degree" is that of a half-step Jade Immortal, a superior immortal foundation, with superior immortal power of grade A, and a value of thirty-eight.

This is the embodiment of a woman's power in the world.

Gu Yuan could see through her foundation and magical power with just one glance.

The spiritual sea and spiritual island beneath our feet are all within the scope of measurement.

Even if he uses all his strength, his lifespan, life and death, and calamities can be "measured".

This is the power of the Immortal Foundation.

However, the [Measuring Heaven Golden Characters] is just a simple ability that comes with the current Immortal Foundation.

Although Gu Yuan has not yet passed the Heavenly Tribulation, he knows that once he passes the Heavenly Tribulation and becomes a true Biyou Immortal, this ability will be further enhanced, and he will be able to change reality.

Because everything is not fixed, the so-called "measurement" will not have a single fixed number, but will "fluctuate".

Within the range of fluctuations, Gu Yuan can change the world by altering the "measuring stick".

In addition, there is another extremely important ability.

Using the thunder ruler as a guide, we plan the world.

Within the standard he obtained after "measuring the heavens," everything within this range was anchored.

Just like this "low-grade spiritual sea, spiritual vein value of Bing character fifty-two...", once he uses his immortal foundation to mark this place, then unless the enemy cultivator has an ultimate method that can break through heaven and earth, no matter what means the opponent uses, the spiritual vein value here will only be marked at fifty-two, and will never change.

It can even be used as a "benchmark" for cultivators. For example, if a woman's current immortal power value is "thirty-eight", unless there is an unparalleled method, her immortal power value will be fixed at thirty-eight and she will be unable to move.

It can also "measuring oneself," anchoring one's magical power and realm. As long as one's immortal foundation remains intact, one's magical power and realm will never fade. No matter what methods one uses, one's magical power will be like a vast ocean under the ruler, without the slightest loss.

This alone is profound enough to qualify as a superior immortal foundation.

If one cultivates to become a Jade Void Immortal, then one can "alter the standard," modify reality out of thin air, and reach a superhuman realm.

The mystery of immortals is just that powerful.

It was precisely because her immortal foundation was so powerful that the woman agreed to this "cultivation"; otherwise, she would never have agreed.

This truly is the path to the Great Luo Heaven.

After much planning, the Hongyun Qitian Seal finally completed this scripture.

Seeing that Gu Yuan did not answer but only looked at all things in the distance, the woman also did not say anything more and activated the power of her immortal foundation to look at the heavens and earth.

In an instant, a flood of information rushed through her mind, and she was startled, feeling a profound sense of mystery.

"With such a celestial foundation, even if you enter reincarnation, your cultivation level will not dissipate. Instead, you will cultivate with a celestial body. It shouldn't be long before you return to the peak of the Mahayana stage and ascend to immortality..."

Gazing at all things in the distance, carefully comprehending the wonders of the Immortal Foundation, Gu Yuan finally withdrew his gaze after a long while and spoke to the woman again.

"Your immortal foundation is indeed profound, but once you enter the cycle of reincarnation, all living beings will dissipate, and your immortal foundation will also shatter. Otherwise, how could you enter the mother's womb? How can a mortal bear an immortal body?"

The woman also looked away, but upon hearing Gu Yuanzhi's words, she couldn't help but frown.

"We can deceive everyone and steal a sliver of hope..."

Gu Yuan smiled slightly, then said nothing more, only looking up at the sky and saying, "Time is running out, our meeting is fate. This is my last time preaching in this realm, after which we will leave this realm to reincarnate for you. After that, I will travel throughout the eight realms and prepare for my ascension..."

"Won't you ascend with me?"

"You're only this young, why the rush?"

Upon hearing this, the woman subconsciously frowned and asked.

"Ten thousand years is too long, I will seize the day..."

"If you can achieve Mahayana enlightenment before I travel through the Eight Realms, perhaps we can ascend together."

Gu Yuan smiled slightly.

From the very beginning of his cultivation, he never had the idea of ​​suppressing his cultivation level.

It was precisely because he never suppressed his cultivation level that he encountered all sorts of human experiences.

Therefore, repairs should be done as quickly as possible; delays may lead to complications.

The Heavenly Palace has been plotting for eternity, seeking immortality with immense ambition. It would never allow chaos to descend upon the mortal realm. The failure of the Heavenly Ascension means that another upheaval may soon occur.

The dragon race did not die; after ascending, they had access to a wider path of cultivation.

Otherwise, wouldn't it be wonderful for him to live a carefree life in the mortal world, waiting for his senior sister and Qingqing to cultivate?
"If what you say is true, I can be reincarnated with an immortal body, and with the Great Fortune Seal, I will surely be able to ascend at an extremely rapid pace. However, I'm afraid that if my cultivation is too terrifying, it might not be a good thing..."

The woman sighed softly.

"You can decide for yourself..."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuan didn't say anything more, and with a flash, he disappeared from the spot.

This woman was unlike any woman he had ever known before. She was a peerless figure who had once dominated the world, and there was no need for him to say anything about her ascension.

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The Xuanhuang Realm, the Linchuan Dao Lineage.

Although there were many more streaks of light coming and going through the mountain gate bathed in rosy light, the atmosphere remained peaceful and unchanged for millennia.

"The chilling atmosphere has intensified even further..."

As the stars twinkled, a golden boat was led to the mountain gate, where a tall figure appeared in the sky above the gate. Looking at the peaceful, continuous mountain gate, he frowned slightly.

This figure was none other than Gu Yuan.

After completing his final sermon in the Guizang Realm, he led the Lord of the Great Fortune Seal—Feng Yuanzhao—back to Xuanhuang.

He thought everything was fine and peaceful, but as soon as he entered the mountain gate, he sensed something was wrong.

Now that his immortal foundation is half complete and his strength has increased further, he is even more sensitive to the world.

A restless and somber atmosphere permeated the space between heaven and earth.

With a thought, he immediately used the [Immortal Foundation for Measuring Heaven] to survey the four directions of heaven and earth.

"Calamity..."

A faint breath appeared before his eyes, and a faint handwriting emerged.

However, with only this one word, without any "scale" or "measuring stick," it means that he is completely unable to anchor this "calamity" energy.

"Don't waste your time."

"This is a calamity's aura."

"You can sense it because your immortal body has achieved enlightenment and transcends the mortal realm. Mortal cultivators standing here would not be able to sense it."

"Once this energy takes hold, it will surely engulf the heavens and earth, bringing an unprecedented catastrophe..."

Just as Gu Yuanyao was gazing at the world, a clear, cold voice suddenly reached his ears, carrying a solemn tone.

“A great calamity…” Gu Yuan withdrew his gaze, and upon hearing this, he seemed to be deep in thought.

"What kind of calamity is this? How does it compare to the Seal of Immortality?"

He turned around and asked.

Although this woman appears to be young, she is an ancient being who has traversed the human world for countless years. She knows all the secrets of the world; just ask her.

"When calamity arises, it will surely be a great calamity. As for what kind of calamity it will be, I do not know. It depends on how much calamity lingers at the end..."

"If it's a calamity as great as the Longevity Seal, even if you knew about it, you would be helpless..."

Feng Yuanzhao gazed at the distant sky, a hint of reminiscence in his eyes.

"How exactly does the aura of calamity arise, and why does it bring about a great calamity?"

Gu Yuan asked again.

"No one knows where the calamity energy comes from, but it is inextricably linked to the Xuanhuang Realm..."

"As for why it would trigger a great calamity, it is only because the calamity energy blinds the eyes and disturbs all living beings. In addition, once the calamity energy is generated, many great treasures will be born in the world. Some of these treasures are so powerful that they are beyond comprehension. Even a Great Luo Immortal would find it difficult to resist them and would either die or be killed. How could one not fight for them?"

The woman shook her head, her tone heavy with sorrow and helplessness.

Back then, when the calamity first arose, how could the great Xuanhuang beings remain unmoved?
Many sects and monasteries retreated to the mountains, activating grand formations to prevent any disciples from leaving.

But so what?

How can those who live in this world be free from cause and effect?
Every cause and effect must be involved in the world.

Even if it's Ronaldo, so what?
Has immortality truly been achieved?

The Great Luo Dao Fruit, reaching the other shore, altering Yin and Yang, and regulating heaven and earth, may truly transcend, but it is not the ultimate "only one". Faced with the Supreme Longevity Seal, can one truly not contend?

She had thought that with the Heavenly Palace being so powerful and the True Immortals having planned for tens of thousands of years, they could have prevented the calamity from arising, but now it seemed that she still couldn't escape it.

Indeed... the battle for immortality is not over yet.

At this moment, a sudden realization dawned on her.

Why is the Great Fortune Seal in such a hurry and pressing? It's probably because of this calamity.

"Will this calamity reach the Heavenly Palace?"

Gu Yuan's heart tightened, and he asked in a deep voice.

"I don't know either..."

"It depends not only on the extent of the calamity's spread, but also on the Heavenly Palace's response. In short, it's best to become an immortal as soon as possible..."

She understood the horror of calamity better than anyone else.

Initially, it only affected low-level cultivators, but low-level cultivators also had elders and masters, and over time, it escalated into a major war between various factions.

This is something even immortals struggle to control.

Perhaps the immortals who control everything are also part of the calamity.

"Quickly send me to reincarnation!"

She turned and stared at Gu Yuan, speaking solemnly.

I thought that the world was peaceful and I could cultivate slowly without attracting too much attention. But I never expected that the Xuanhuang realm would be filled with calamity energy. Now, time is of the essence.

"Please wait a moment."

Gu Yuan nodded slightly, said nothing more, and then flashed into the Linchuan Golden Hall to find the Supreme One.

"Donghua?!"

While the Venerable Zhengyi was cultivating, he sensed Gu Yuan's arrival and immediately showed a look of joy.

"Senior brother, I observe that calamity is brewing within your meridians, and a chilling aura pervades the air. I fear a calamity is imminent. I wonder if your meridians remain stable these days?"

Gu Yuan cut to the chase and asked in a deep voice.

"A calamity arose?!"

The Venerable Zhengyi was immediately startled, but as a mortal cultivator, even though he held the Dao lineage, he had not become an immortal and naturally could not sense the tribulation aura. However, as soon as Gu Yuan spoke, he immediately recalled everything that had happened in the past few days, and his expression became solemn.

“These days, my Linchuan sect has indeed had some minor frictions with several lineages, all because of the matter of the Spirit Island in the East Sea. A few days ago, a junior disciple of the Heavenly Spirit Realm from the Yuanmiao Cave Heaven fought with him and almost damaged his foundation, which angered Junior Brother Shouyue in Chenhui. Fortunately, the Tiandu Dao lineage apologized in time, and that calmed things down…”

"I had discussed with several factions that occasional fighting was acceptable, as a test for our disciples. But now it seems to be a calamity?"

The Venerable Zhengyi was startled.

At first glance, this matter seems ordinary, but if not handled properly, it will cause the Daoist lineage to drift apart, and in the long run, it will indeed be a disaster.

"Hold fast to the mountain gate and gather the disciples under your command."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuan spoke solemnly.

"Since there is indeed an aura of calamity spreading, this is to be expected. I am still able to suppress the situation."

"However, most of my disciples and fellow disciples have gone to the Chenhui New Realm. I wonder if there is any calamity energy permeating this realm?"

"The Venerable One asked in a deep voice."

"Let me go to Chenhui and find out what's going on..."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuan could only sigh slightly.

He is already invincible among men, but if the aura of calamity truly pervades, he may be powerless to stop it.

The world is full of treasures, and the New Territories are rich. How can he keep billions of living beings from fighting for them?
You can control people, but you can't control their hearts.

Perhaps... his conquest of the New Territories that day was also due to the calamity?
For a moment, Gu Yuan felt a strong sense of urgency and a desire to ascend.

Just as the patriarch of that time did not wish to linger in the human world.

He felt a vague sense of fear.

With a flick of his sleeve, he vanished from the golden palace, then led Feng Yuanzhao away from the Linchuan Mountain gate.

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Tianhe Prefecture, Tianfeng County.

In the courtyard of a hunter's house in a remote mountain village, Gu Yuan and Feng Yuanzhao appeared.

"You've chosen this one?"

Gu Yuan asked one last question.

"This is the family. There are only the husband and wife. There is no karma between them. When I enter the Dao at the age of sixteen and achieve the Foundation Establishment, the two of them will die of old age. Then the karma will be settled and there will be no major problems."

Feng Yuanzhao nodded.

"Sixteen years is too long, I may not be able to come, but I will make arrangements to send someone to guide you into the path."

Gu Yuan said calmly.

It would be difficult for an ordinary cultivator to agree to this condition.

Because the calamity has already arisen in the human realm, sixteen years is too long. Without the body of an immortal to suppress the calamity, all plans may be destroyed by the calamity.

But Feng Yuanzhao was not afraid.

Because she is still the master of the Great Fortune Seal.

This seal still exists and can suppress the calamity.

Sixteen years is nothing; she can wait that long.

"Then please close your eyes."

Seeing that the other party had no objection, Gu Yuan nodded slightly and summoned the Samsara Seal.

Feng Yuanzhao closed his eyes as instructed.

"boom!"

As the power of reincarnation surged, her body shattered in an instant, turning into a wisp of light, and her soul also dissipated, returning to obscurity.

Then Gu Yuan waved his sleeve, and the light of reincarnation appeared. Two balls of spiritual light fell into the body of a pregnant woman in the courtyard.

The soul's spiritual light entered her belly without hindrance, but the spiritual light of her physical body encountered a huge barrier. The woman's face turned pale instantly, and there were even faint flashes of lightning in the sky.

But Gu Yuan simply looked up at the sky, and instantly all the strange phenomena and obstacles vanished.

Steal the secrets!
Then the light entered smoothly, and the woman immediately felt fetal movement, breaking out in a cold sweat.

Upon seeing this, the man who was busy tending to the furs outside the courtyard rushed out like the wind and summoned a midwife.

Gu Yuan glanced at it and then stopped paying attention, focusing instead on the Hongyun Qitian Seal left behind after Feng Yuanzhao's body shattered.

"Would you like to come with me?"

Gu Yuan smiled slightly.

The Auspicious Seal trembled violently, revealing its longing, but ultimately remained motionless.

"Go!"

Gu Yuan was merely joking. Then, with a flick of his sleeve, the Auspicious Seal of Heavenly Fortune transformed into a stream of light, falling into the mountains and concealing all its divine radiance, awaiting the appearance of the destined woman sixteen years later.

(End of this chapter)