A journey of survival starting from Zhetian

Chapter 715 The Changed History
Xiong Mo looked at the "stars shining into a sea" phenomenon blooming in the night sky of the [Real World] and nodded slightly.

It was worth it that before Jian Keng proved the legend, he transformed a wisp of thought carrying the power of the sacrificial path, temporarily breaking free from the shackles of the river of time and destiny, and greeted the [Tai Chi Diagram].

For Jian Keng, glimpsing the "Celestial Venerable of Morality" within his innate nature during the self-verification of the legend was undoubtedly the best opportunity, which could greatly broaden his own foundation and give him a sliver of potential to cross the sea of ​​suffering and reach the other shore.

Those who prove their legends will normally exhibit three types of unusual phenomena.

The first category is "sudden appearance from the Immortal Realm" or "descent from the Nine Netherworlds," which means that there is a requirement for a powerful figure to achieve the Great Dao, and they are breaking through, but they may not succeed.

The second type is when one pushes open the "Gate of Legends," various extraordinary phenomena such as "the three realms flying together," "silver snakes dancing wildly," "nine suns rising together," and "merit extending life" appear, depending on one's personal cultivation, true nature, and innate tendencies. Once these phenomena appear, it means that the breakthrough is successful and a legendary great being will appear.

The third category consists of legends of successful breakthroughs and transformations, with only a few manifestations varying from person to person, such as the common "Tide of All Realms," the outstanding "Surrounded by Stars," and the once-glorious "Stars Shining into a Sea."

However, now that the Three Pure Ones have disappeared from all the heavens and myriad realms, there are obviously some problems.

First, the first type of anomalies disappeared; neither "the celestial realm appearing out of nowhere" nor "the descent of the Nine Netherworlds" was present.

The current Real World does not have the "Immortal Realm" or the "Nine Netherworld," two massive places large enough to support multiple pseudo-Otherworldly beings.

Symbolically, the other heavens comparable to it, such as Qingwei Heaven, Yuyu Heaven, and Dachi Heaven, have completely disappeared. This directly leads to the fact that "the Immortal Realm suddenly appears" and "the Nine Netherworlds descend" have no basis for existence.

Because the first type of phenomenon disappeared, the second type of phenomenon was directly merged with the original first type of phenomenon, and took its place in the dojo of a person with perfect creation and great supernatural powers. It manifested one of the factors such as cause and effect, destiny, cultivation method, path, etc., and transformed into a legendary phenomenon that could basically determine the innate tendency of the self-proving legend.

Therefore, once a strange phenomenon appears at the Daoist temple of a highly accomplished and powerful being, it means that this self-proving celestial being will surely succeed and is already undergoing a transformation.

The third type of anomaly in the past, and the second type now, are manifestations of the foundation after the legend has been proven, and there has been no change. They are still "the tide of all worlds", "all stars surrounding the moon", and "stars shining into a sea".

As long as one can achieve "Starlight Becomes the Sea" and avoid future calamities, with the passage of time, one will surely ascend to the pinnacle of creation and stand shoulder to shoulder with powerful beings like the Fire Emperor, the Gold Emperor, and the Great Osprey, who are also extremely strong in the pinnacle of creation.

As for crossing the sea of ​​suffering and reaching the other shore, let's discuss that topic after Xiong has successfully cultivated the three great symbols and can usher in the next era.

Unless one can immediately attain the rudimentary form of the Dao Fruit upon reaching the other shore, return to before the creation of heaven and earth, see the origin of time, possess all the possibilities of the future, forcefully overcome the final tribulation of the era, and hold the divine weapon left behind by the Three Pure Ones to successfully open up the next era.

Otherwise, whoever attempts to attain this other shore realm will die.

Xiong Mo, who sacrificed two avatars with sacrificial powers to uncover all the details, is the most qualified to speak on this matter.

The Water Emperor and Wood Emperor, who have already perished and glimpsed some of the "partial truth" from this, would surely agree.
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At the infinite heights, Jian Keng's sturdy and robust figure solidified completely.

He became a legend, one of the few legendary figures among the human race, and gained the right to make his voice heard throughout the myriad realms.

Moreover, unlike ordinary legends, it also possesses some characteristics of a higher realm.

As consciousness slightly descended, a vast ocean formed from the suffering of all the heavens and myriad worlds emerged within his perception, and a subtle sense of control began to ripple in his heart.

With a reach of the hand, a wooden plate specially used for holding pastries appeared in the hand; with a gentle wave of the other hand on the wooden plate, a plate of osmanthus cake appeared silently.

Upon closer inspection, the smooth, jade-like cake is dotted with golden osmanthus blossoms. A gentle sniff releases a delicate, refined, and unpretentious fragrance of osmanthus. The cake melts gently on the tongue without even needing to be chewed, offering an exquisitely smooth and moist experience.

This is indeed Jian Keng's own skill, and it is also a characteristic of his creation by using the power of the Sea of ​​Bitterness to a limited extent to create things out of thin air.

"It can harness the power of the Sea of ​​Bitterness to create anything it has ever made in the past, through the void an infinite number of times."

As for the definition of 'past'

Jian Keng quietly looked back. He could clearly sense the existence of the river of time and destiny. He could integrate his current consciousness into every "Jian Keng" of the past, up to the moment of his own birth. He could also change the history of the past to a limited extent without significantly affecting the general trend of the "present" time.

"Unable to exist in more ancient times, one can, to a limited extent, look back on the past, and illuminate the 'self' of the past, thus achieving 'uniqueness' in time and space."

"This must be a characteristic of the other side."

Jian Keng sighed softly, using the power of the Bitter Sea and his own Daoist aura to reshape the osmanthus cake on the wooden plate, descending to a past historical point, returning to the first moment he met that Celestial Venerable.

His gaze began to descend, and everything gradually became clear. He had already brought the osmanthus cake to the Taoist priest and heard that praise once again.

Jian Keng gently placed the wooden plate containing osmanthus cakes onto the wooden table, rubbed his hands inside his robes, and respectfully bowed to the Taoist who had just expressed his admiration.

"Greetings, Celestial Venerable. I, Jian Keng of the human race, am unworthy of such praise."

Xiong Mo smiled, reached out and picked up a piece of osmanthus cake, and put it in his mouth.

In an instant, the fragrance of osmanthus and the sweet aroma of rice quietly bloom and blend in the mouth. The texture is fluffy and soft with just the right amount of elasticity. After eating, the mouth is filled with fragrance, refreshing and not greasy, leaving only a touch of autumn poetry and lingering attachment to the mortal world.

"good to eat."

"This must be the best pastry I've ever eaten."

"In all the heavens and myriad realms, there is only one legendary powerhouse in this world who has attained enlightenment through cooking."

Xiong Mo praised again, as he could sense that the mortal energy within his body was becoming increasingly thick, while from another perspective, the layers of pure energy falling from the Six Desires Heaven were also becoming increasingly turbulent, and the gateway to this shortcut was already within reach.

Hearing this praise, Jian Keng felt a slight bitterness in his heart. Possessing the characteristics of the other shore, he could clearly sense just how terrifying the person in front of him was.

If his self-evident legend possesses most of the characteristics of creation and a small portion of the characteristics of the other shore, then this great supernatural being who is essentially "perfect in creation" has already possessed all the characteristics of the other shore, and it is not an exaggeration to directly honor him as the Celestial Venerable of the Other Shore.

The fact that this Celestial Venerable would go to such lengths, even enlisting the help of the Taiji Diagram, suggests that he must have something in mind.
There was only one thing that Jian Keng could think of.

He sighed softly, and the swirling, worldly atmosphere emanated from his body, enveloping him.

A vast expanse of pure energy instantly flooded his vision. The portal formed by the six desires subtly resonated with his own cultivation and learning, while the lofty sacred mountain behind the portal gave him a delicate sense of intimacy. This was a unique predestined connection, something he was born with, as if it were a preordained fate.

However, this special connection is now becoming increasingly blurred and uncertain under the influence of fate.

Jian Keng felt no resentment; this was the price he had to pay.

He exchanged his current consumption at the Hundred Flavors Restaurant and his connection with this place of near-path for two cups of goji berry immortal tea in the future, as well as the full assistance of the [Tai Chi Diagram], a divine weapon from the other shore, in proving its legend. He gained most of the characteristics of creation and a small part of the characteristics of the other shore.

After confirming the legend, Jian Keng had a clear understanding of his "past" and "future" and was no longer confused.

This is a transaction where neither party owes the other anything.

"crash"

Jian Keng reached out and gently pushed the portal open, completely opening the shortcut. The mortal world's energy spread out from the horizon of Chi Yan City, and a vast array of strange phenomena filled the sky, causing the Realm to be surrounded by endless rosy light. Strands of Daoist sounds were like morning drums, so deep and resonant that they resembled thunder echoing from ancient times to the present day.

"Heavenly Venerable, please."

Jian Keng slightly extended his hand towards the gate leading to the shortcut, making a guiding gesture, and went inside first.

Xiong Mo nodded slightly, a smile on his face, and followed closely behind.
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At the forefront of the long river of time and destiny, at this point in time.

Upon witnessing the legendary phenomenon of "Stars Shining into the Sea," the Fire Emperor exchanged glances with his dozens of powerful cultivators, and a silent communication ensued, quickly reaching a consensus.

Jian Keng, this legendary powerhouse who is expected to reach the pinnacle of creation and cross the sea of ​​suffering to reach the other shore, must be taken back from Xuan Jun. No matter the cost, even if we have to fight against this powerful being who has gathered the creation of the [True Realm] in the future, we may not be able to kill this terrifying being.

But as the Fire Emperor took a step forward, about to appear in Crimson Flame City with his "omnipresent" ability, a sense of illusion that they were extremely familiar with quietly appeared in their minds.

History has been changed!

Jian Keng has always been a legend. From the moment this human was born, he was a legendary being, a born saint.

The only difference between Him and other powerful beings who are born legendary is that He had parents who had never even crossed the inner realm. From the moment He was born, He was full of "humanity," just like a human being who cultivated from the mortal world to the legendary realm.

As for the legendary phenomena that appeared to prove the legend?

No!

There was no unusual phenomenon at Nanshan, nor was there any unusual phenomenon of "stars shining into the sea"!
Jian Keng was a born saint among humans more than 100,000 years ago. He has never verified the legends, so where do the legendary phenomena come from?

Inside the palace, which was filled with blazing flames and the essence of the sun, the expressions of many powerful beings changed repeatedly.

The two different memories, namely, that Jian Keng had just become a legend and that Jian Keng had always been a legend, began to confuse and clash with each other. In the end, the idea that "Jian Keng had always been a legend" completely prevailed and became the reality, while the idea that "Jian Keng had just become a legend" was like a dream, utterly illusory.

As for the thousands of powerful beings across the myriad realms, their expressions changed drastically in an instant upon encountering the two conflicting memories. They were all too familiar with such changes in the past, the upheavals in history, and the clashes in their understanding; at the same time, they felt an immense sense of dread.

"Reversing cause and effect!"

"Those who claim to be on the other side are rewriting history!"

"The three Celestial Venerables have vanished! Who were they?!"

"He has attained new destiny and reached the other shore, becoming a Celestial Venerable?!"

"It shouldn't be like this. Recently, no one has achieved perfect enlightenment and gradually transformed their illusory Dao into an illusory Dao Fruit, attempting to cross the sea of ​​suffering and reach the other shore!"

All the great creators and supernatural beings in the myriad realms paled in comparison, and the various Pure Lands and creation sites were in near chaos.

As for those beings under the influence of creation, they have completely forgotten the "legendary phenomenon" that just appeared in the [real world].

The various legendary beings only remembered that "Jian Keng was a born legend." He seemed to have taken a step closer to the "Dao," and was about to perfect his true spirit, so that he could begin to prepare for condensing the illusory Great Dao and sailing the sea of ​​suffering.

Everything seemed perfectly reasonable.

Legend has it that Jian Keng was born more than 100,000 years ago. His cultivation was exceptionally smooth, and he encountered many opportunities. He had a close relationship with the Mysterious Lord of Nanshan and was preparing to open up the path of cooking and condense it into a phantom Great Dao, so as to cross the sea of ​​suffering with hope.

Meanwhile, a series of completely illogical points, such as "humans born as legends", "all the opportunities they encounter are related to [Nanshan]", and "full of 'humanity', getting along exceptionally well with many celestial beings and calling them brothers", are completely ignored, or a set of "justifications" full of "self-persuasion" has been generated in their minds.

At that very moment, the strange phenomenon that appeared at the shortcut above Crimson Flame City emerged in the Real World, attracting the attention of many legendary powerful beings, as well as the gaze of great supernatural beings who were in a state of panic and disorientation.

"This is Jian Keng and Xuan Jun!"

"They are the ones who opened this shortcut!"

"Let's set off and explore. Every shortcut is a great opportunity to witness the workings of creation!"

Those legendary figures who had not gained the recognition of the Other Shore Treasure Projection, nor who had not joined the ranks of the Great Creator, were suddenly filled with excitement, as if they could see a rising opportunity for creation.

Those with great supernatural powers were nearly out of control, their eyes filled with terror.

"Why are they there?! Why is 'Jian Keng,' who is at the heart of this historical change, there?!"

"Has 'Jian Keng' attained enlightenment in the 'future'? Is the 'present' now located in the 'past'? Or is it no longer the present moment in the long river of time and destiny?"

"No, it shouldn't be Jian Keng. Although it seems like He is leading that Xuanjun forward, He is half a step behind the Xuanjun. It is that Xuanjun who changed the past!"

(End of this chapter)