Shennong Daojun.

Chapter 522 Trial of the Divine Realm and the Great Discussion at Ten Directions Mountain!

On the first day of the Meishan Daoist Forum, Zhao Xing presented his theory on the division of the three eras. He lectured for three days before the forum was interrupted.

After a two-week break, the number of people coming to listen to the sermons did not decrease but instead surged.

Not long after the second round began, breakthroughs were continuously being made both within and outside the Dharma Realm.

Some people find enlightenment by observing mountains, some by observing the sea, and some have even managed to create top-tier reincarnation artifacts through this practice.

The second time the Dharma Realm was opened, Zhao Xing was more experienced.

To accommodate those who come to listen to and observe the teachings, his Dharma realm will guide people of the same profession or with similar paths to stand in one area for easy observation.

Some people find enlightenment by observing mountains, some achieve breakthroughs by watching the sea, and some even experience a surge of vitality within their own bodies…

For Zhao Xing himself, this is also a significant step forward.

The Great Sun Qi Sea can observe Yang stars, and by using Yang stars to illuminate Yin stars, one can observe Yin and Yang, with an extremely wide radiation range.

Those who cultivate in the polar regions can also sense the star cores of the mountains.

In this way, he was also able to sense the inner world of those who came to listen to the teachings and observe, the core of the continental giant mountain, the mustard seed mountain, and so on.

“Cultivating all three paths allows me to see the inner worlds of others. These Dao Realm experts, Emperors, and Demigods may have had extraordinary encounters, capturing the essence of mountains, collecting great herbs from the clouds, and absorbing the lunar and solar essences... The traces of the Dao remain in their bodies.”

"I can now 'see' all sorts of templates for the inner world."

"Through their discussions on the Dao, the manifested forms of Dharma allowed them to gain enlightenment, and haven't I also gained enlightenment from them?"

Zhao Xing's gaze fell on the Five Poisons Venerable. At this moment, he could clearly sense how many kinds of plant soldiers the Five Poisons Venerable had in his inner world, what realm they were, and the Five Elements Wind and Thunder Origin he had absorbed.

One can also see the primordial ocean, the myriad celestial stars, and the laws of the realm born within the body of Venerable Bi Sui.

“This is probably a combination of favorable timing, location, and human factors,” Zhao Xing thought. “The Dharma Realm’s deduction of the Great Realm Theory has the effect of gathering the Dao.”

"Perhaps in the future, this could also become a way to prove the Dao of Heaven and Earth."

It only affects demigods now, but it will be able to affect gods in the future.

"The theory of the four periods of time..." Zhao Xingqiang suppressed the impulse in his heart.

He knew that this was not the time to continue elaborating on the theory of the four periods of time.

Because the Lord of Cold Food blocked the Cold and Warm Era at certain moments, he regarded the Cold and Warm Era as his territory and would not allow it to be invaded.

"We need to find a safe place, a spacetime node that the Lord of Cold Food can't sense at all, before we can do this."

Zhao Xing began to focus his energy on the specific events of the three eras and twelve periods.

He discovered that the anomalies in his theoretical deductions were inextricably linked to his use of that time particle and his wearing of the Time-Space Valley Rain Robe.

Because these two factors drew the origin of spacetime into the Dharma realm, and the past faction's attack on the present faction using the river of time also gave him this opportunity.

It was much easier to shake the very essence of time in the Third Era of the Wilderness than in other periods, which in turn facilitated his deduction of the Dharma Realm.

"Time-related treasures are indeed supreme."

As Zhao Xing perfected the theory of boundaries, its benefits soon extended beyond the agricultural profession.

Martial artists, physicians, musicians, dancers, mechanics... all can gain some understanding within his realm of magic.

The arrival of the ancient Luo River brought the first phase of the Meishan Dharma Assembly to a climax.

In the third year of the Meishan Dharma Assembly, Gu Luohe sent a divine incarnation to the Ancient Hill and entered Zhao Xing's Dharma Realm.

"What do you mean by 'status'? This is what 'status' means!"

"Even the legendary ancient masters have come to listen to our Minister Zhao's sermons!"

"Zhao Sinong was originally a Primordial Holy Envoy, so what's so strange about Senior Gu coming to show his support?"

"Ridiculous. There were at least thirty primordial envoys, so why didn't Senior Gu go to support them?!"

“It’s so awesome!”

"The first new god of the Third Era of the Wilderness is none other than Zhao Sinong!"

"..."

Although only a divine incarnation came from the ancient Luo River, this glory was still unparalleled.

In the history of Meishan, during the selection of the top mountain, no other divine realm had ever come to listen to the Dao.

Not to mention the renowned divine general, Gu Luohe, one of the founders of the Primordial Realm.

Zhao Xing was somewhat surprised to see Gu Luohe arrive.

He was certain that the Guro River did not originate from the theory of the four eras, because General Arashikawa had said that this matter should not be known to anyone else.

Therefore, the ancient Luo River was purely attracted by the theory of the three periods.

However, he could not see the inner world of the ancient Luo River.

He entered the Dharma realm and sat down. If one did not look at it with the naked eye, it would appear as if that area were empty.

“Gu Luohe must have also written on the theory of boundaries, because his ‘Eternal Realm’ is higher than ‘Theory of the Dao’, it is ‘Theory of the Universe’.”

When he cultivated in the inner world of the ancient Luo River, his understanding of the Great Dao of Life greatly improved, and he even comprehended the revival of life, which allowed the straw man to be reborn.

One's own inner world is not yet at a level that can be comprehended by others, because the laws of the inner world are not yet perfect. It is necessary to rely on the primordial power of the vast universe to achieve the effect of being comprehended by others.

Not long after Gu Luohe sat down, he began to communicate with Zhao Xing telepathically and have a private chat.

“Zhao Xing, when I was at the demigod level, the Dharma Realm and my inner world had already merged into one.”

"Cultivating the original source to become a free god, the key to becoming a god for the original self school lies in the integration of the inner world and the Dharma realm."

Zhao Xing listened attentively; Gu Luohe was imparting his experience to him.

"I leave you the method of enlightenment in the Eternal Realm for your reference."

"However, you must not follow my example entirely."

"Because you have not only cultivated the Way of the True Self, but also the Way of Favorable Timing and Location."

"Your sacred body is newly formed, and the Dharma Realm is also very special, possessing the ability to gather the Dao. Perhaps this itself is a path to prove the Dao of Heaven and Earth."

Zhao Xing was shocked. As expected of Gu Luohe, the man whom even the Great Emperor fully supported.

Others who possess the methods to prove the Dao of Heaven and Earth are afraid of being discovered and keep them hidden, but Gu Luohe does not mind sharing them with others.

Zhao Xing discovered that a bright star had been left in his Dharma realm, which only he could see.

He seemed to realize something, but when he came to his senses, he found that the Gu Luo River had already drifted away, and he didn't even have time to say thank you.

"Thank you for your guidance, Senior Gu." Zhao Xing cupped his hands in the direction Gu Luohe had left.

……

The first phase of the Meishan Daoist discourse ended in the eighty-fourth star year of the 3rd era.

Next up is the [Trial of the Gods].

Everyone was still eager for more, including the masters of the seventy-two peaks of Meishan.

"The theory of the division of the three eras is truly ingenious," Venerable Taihao exclaimed. "Zhao Sinong is indeed worthy of being called Zhao Sinong."

"With his participation, this year's competition for the top spot is truly a fitting one."

"I didn't make a single investment; I was completely focused on observing, but it was totally worth it!"

The two peak masters, Chu Chuan and Ping You, also sighed in admiration.

If there was even a tiny bit of jealousy in my heart before about Zhao Xing's pomp and talent...

Now, all we can do is look up to them with awe and reverence!
"In the Trial of the Gods, we can serve as Zhao Sinong's assistants, and perhaps we will be remembered by history together in the future."

"Haha, Taihao, Chuchuan, you two better perform well. We'll launch the Mountain Lord challenge together later," Venerable Pingyou laughed. "Whether the three of us can be included in the Xuanling History Book depends on you two."

"Initiating a challenge from the mountain lord? That's a good idea, but don't just go through the motions."

"Pah, you want to lie down in the Xuanling History Book? I want to lie down too."

The internal competition within Meishan, after the Daoist debate, is the [Divine Realm Trial].

Of the 183 candidates, not one gave up.

Even if you know you can't win, there's no reason to give up.

The only challenge prepared by the God of Arashi for the [Trial of the Gods] is the Arashi River God.

Zhao Xing was very familiar with it; it was the [Extreme of Vertical Profound Earth] that he had tried in Mo Yuan City.

The ranking will be determined based on longitudinal mileage over a three-year period.

The first place goes to the owner of Meishan Mountain, who will compete with the owners of eleven other mountains, including Hongshan, Lushan, Mengchuan Mountain, and Taiqiu Mountain, for the final title of the top mountain.

"Last time, I only traveled eight hundred li across the land. After I came out, I was a little regretful that I couldn't see it again."

"I never expected to see you again this time."

Zhao Xing looked at the miniature continent floating in the hands of the Divine General Lan Chuan.

A divine realm in the palm of your hand, a miniature polar continent.

All 183 people jumped in, and their size shrank rapidly as they rushed into the hands of the Arakawa God General.

The miniature landmass grew larger and larger in Zhao Xing's eyes, and soon it became a vast expanse of land.

"The Trial of the Gods begins!"

With a command from General Lanchuan, the 183 people displayed their unique abilities and began this trial.

……

Three years later, Zhao Xing ranked first with a distance of 8,540 miles across the land!

The first place in the Divine Realm Trial belongs to the Lord of Meishan Mountain.

After he came out, Zhao Xing heard a deafening roar of congratulations.

Congratulations, Minister Zhao!

Congratulations, Minister Zhao!

Congratulations, Minister Zhao!

……

Zhao Xing thought he was in a safe position and that no one would challenge him in the final round.

Unexpectedly, all 182 people challenged him to a duel.

"Mountain Lord, I am You Yang, the Peak Master of Taihao Peak. Please enlighten me!" Venerable Taihao was the first to jump onto the stage.

After he finished speaking, he didn't attack Zhao Xing, but just continued his performance.

He unleashed all his signature moves, creating a spectacular and earth-shattering spectacle.

But he couldn't even touch Zhao Xing in half a move.

After hitting them, he went downstairs.

Before Zhao Xing could even react, the second challenger stepped up.

"Mountain Lord, I am Zhuang Hua, the Peak Master of Pingyou Peak. Please give me your guidance!" Zhuang Hua's actions were exactly the same as those of Venerable Taihao.

Zhao Xing finally understood that these two were treating the third stage of the challenge as an exhibition match, just wanting to show off what they had learned over the years.

Because Zhao Xing stole too much of the limelight in the first phase, the investment-raising efforts, which should have been completed in the discussion phase, were not very effective, so they had to be moved to this phase.

Zhao Xing was both amused and exasperated, and had no choice but to cooperate with the various peak masters.

"Mountain Lord, I am Mo Yufeng, the Peak Master of Yu Peak. This is a magical artifact crafted by the Yu Peak Earth Treasury Division, the Ten Earth Divine Shuttle."

Zhao Xing smiled and gestured for Mo Yufeng to show it.

This guy piloted an earthen-yellow flying boat, weaving through the Divine Realm Arena, traversing eighty-one wondrous realms before finally stopping.

Zhao Xing said, "As the ancients said, the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths were the most dangerous places during the Five Emperors era. The Ten Earths Divine Shuttle that Yu Feng forged is indeed worthy of its reputation."

Mo Yufeng's old face broke into a wide smile: "Thank you for your comments, Mountain Lord."

As soon as Mo Yufeng went down to the harbor, another person jumped up immediately.

His anxious expression seemed to say, "It's my turn, it's my turn."

"Mountain Lord, please look. This is a trans-domain land-encircling structure created by my Chenguang. It has the ability to shift stars and traverse desolate regions."

"If I enter from here, I can retrieve a star from the Tianze Star Region in less than eighty-one days."

Zhao Xing smiled and said, "In that case, may I accompany Peak Master Gui on this journey?"

Venerable Gui was overjoyed: "I couldn't have asked for this more than I could have!"

……

With 182 people taking turns, the third stage of the mountain lord challenge was transformed into an exhibition.

Some genuinely wanted to learn a few tricks from Zhao Xing, but whether it was the Earth Connection Technique, the Earth Treasury Technique, the Earth Palace Technique, the Mysterious Earth Technique, or the Earth Splitting Technique, Zhao Xing could always just outmatch his challengers.

"His legal theories are astounding, he excels in trials, and now he is almost omnipotent in actual combat."

"Junior Brother's position as the Lord of Meishan is absolutely secure," Wei Zizhan said with satisfaction as he stood in front of the palace gate.

When the final stage ended, 182 peak masters surrounded Zhao Xing as he arrived.

Wei Zizhan also cupped his hands in greeting to Zhao Xing: "Greetings, Mountain Lord."

The selection process within the Twelve Mountains concluded in the ninety-first Star Year of the 3rd Era of the Wilderness.

For the next seven years, there were large and small ceremonies, exhibitions, banquets, main receptions for invited guests, and tours of Taikoo Hill.

"The new mountain lords of the Twelve Mountains have been chosen, and Venerable Kuangchuan has undoubtedly become the new mountain lord of Mengchuan Mountain." During his rest, Zhao Xing also watched Kuangchuan's ascent to the summit.

Kuangchuan's theory of the ancient mountain veins is also quite remarkable.

Of all the twelve mountains, only his and Zhao Xing's new theories have been included in the Myriad Paths Tree by Feng Chen, the Grand Elder of the Academy City.

Most of the rest were only at the level of the Nine Classics Pavilion, and there were even three who didn't even have that achievement.

I don't know if he's hiding his shortcomings or if he's genuinely bad at legal discourse.

"The competition for the top spot is much stricter than the internal selection process. Looking back at previous competitions for the top spot, it's inevitable that a few people will die," Zhao Xing thought to himself.

If someone dies, the person who is second in the internal selection process will take over.

“Kuang Chuan…” Zhao Xing murmured to himself. Right now, the biggest threat to his competition for the mountain leader was Venerable Kuang Chuan.

"The primary objective of the Boundless True God is to seize the mountain peak, and the secondary objective is to kill Kuang Chuan."

If they really couldn't kill him, they could only plan for the next step. Zhao Xing believed that as long as he could become the leader of the mountain, the mission would be half completed, and he wouldn't be punished by the Boundless True God.

"Kuang Chuan brought back the earth veins of the Minggu Mountain, proving and discovering its existence. In my opinion, this is the most valuable achievement of the Third Era of the Wilderness."

"If I want to achieve absolute victory, relying solely on the theory of the three eras' boundaries will not give me an advantage," Zhao Xing pondered.

If the theory of the four periods could be successfully published, it would be more than enough. The problem is that it can't; it can't even be explained to one more person.

Zhao Xing thought for a moment, then returned to his study, sat down, spread out paper, picked up a pen, and prepared to write down his new theory, which he had already drafted in his mind.

However, just as Zhao Xing picked up his pen, someone suddenly arrived at the door.

Zhao Xing sensed it briefly and realized that Ji Si had arrived.

"Shu~"

Zhao Xing put away the blank Taoist book and invited Ji Si to come in and sit down.

"Grand Minister of Agriculture, congratulations. You have obtained one-twelfth of the authority over the Ancient Hill."

After Ji Si entered, she first congratulated Zhao Xing on his successful ascension to the position of Lord of Meishan.

"It's only one-twelfth, what's there to congratulate? I'll celebrate when I become the leader of the mountain," Zhao Xing said with a smile.

"Ji Si, you didn't come here just to congratulate me, did you?"

Ji Si nodded, took out the Eight Directions Divine Mirror, and pulled Zhao Xing into it for a private conversation.

"Grand Minister of Agriculture, I'm afraid you can't handle everything. There are three important matters that I need you to know immediately, so you can discern the advantages and disadvantages."

"You say it."

"The first thing is the upheaval in the Chaotic Sea." Ji Si waved her hand, revealing the Chaotic Sea region in the southern part of the Xuanling Starfield.

"Some unusual activity has occurred in the frozen Chaotic Sea. The three previously extinguished Yang Star regions have been downgraded and unsealed."

"Oh?" Zhao Xing was somewhat surprised. How long had it been? The freezing level had already decreased? "When did this happen?"

"It was quite a coincidence that it happened on the very day that the Grand Minister of Agriculture was lecturing on the 'Theory of the Division of the Three Periods'."

"Is there nothing else besides thawing the frozen food?"

"No, some people have already investigated, but they haven't found anything more unusual."

"And the second one?" Zhao Xing asked.

"The Moon Goddess Palace Master is about to activate the Mysterious Spirit History Book to solidify the history of the Second Era of the Desolate Region," Ji Si said. "The solidification will be completed in the 100th Star Year of the Third Era of the Desolate Region."

"That means there are only nine years left."

"Yes. The Origin Heavenly Palace and the Samsara Temple have a small number of resurrection slots available, which can be used to resurrect friends and relatives who died in the second era of the Desolate Domain."

"The Moon Goddess Palace Master used the Mysterious Spirit History Book to solidify the history of the second era of the Desolate Region. This is standard procedure."

"This operation is performed almost every epoch."

Zhao Xing nodded. How could the Wilderness Era faction ensure that its spacetime territory was not invaded and that its troops were safe?
This is achieved through the 'predetermined history' function of the Xuanling History Book.

Once this operation is completed, the historical timeline will no longer change, forming a timeline defense barrier.

The history that has already occurred in the Wasteland 2nd Era will not be changed.

The fixed nature of history is recorded through the eight books and ten tables of the Xuanling History Book, which record various 'historical events'.

To give a simple example: Zhao Xing participated in the Primordial Assembly in the Second Era of the Desolate Domain, became a disciple of the Primordial Realm, the Empire expanded the Siyue Desolate Domain, the Yueluo Star System appeared, many Dharma Assemblies were held, and so on. Once these events were written down, they would no longer change.

Even if someone traveled through time to the second era of the desolate region to kill Zhao Xing, it would be impossible.

Unless someone obtained the complete Xuanling History Book of the Third Era of the Desolate Region and made deletions and alterations.

However, this is even more difficult than killing Emperor Red Star single-handedly.

Because the complete Xuanling History Book is not only in the hands of the human god-kings, but also in the hands of the demon god-kings.

Back then, Bowei only collected half of the items and never unlocked this feature.

If someone could collect all the Xuanling History Books, it would essentially mean the complete annihilation of the Desolate Era faction.

“Before history was set in stone, it was possible to resurrect people with very little cost. After that, it became very difficult, and such things have almost never happened,” Ji Si said.

Theoretically speaking, it can still be resurrected and kill people after being solidified, but it also depends on whether the various powers that own the Xuanling History Book agree to it.

To gather all the necessary resources, not only would the super powers of the human race need to agree, but the demon race would also need to agree, making it virtually impossible.

"Ji Si, how do you know all this so clearly?" Zhao Xing asked.

"Grand Minister of Agriculture, the ten tables and eight books of the Xuanling History Records cover the entire Xuanling Starfield. This is a massive project," Ji Si said. "I have been chosen to become a historian, responsible for a certain ancient kingdom."

Zhao Xing suddenly realized that everyone has their own expertise. Even if someone is not a historian, they might not be as useful as an emperor-level historian in this matter.

Ji Si is a demigod who cultivates both destiny and history, so it's quite normal for him to be assigned this kind of task.

“Since it’s about compiling history, some adjustments can be made,” Ji Si said with a smile. “If the Grand Minister of Agriculture wants to resurrect someone or make up for some regrets, he can do so before the 100th Star Age, and the contribution required is very small.”

Zhao Xing thought about it carefully: "If possible, let's try to revive Zi Gu."

The Purple Bone Celestial Venerable, who ascended from the Xuanhuang Realm, was ultimately destroyed in the disaster of the Yuanhai Ancient Kingdom.

Zhao Xing thought for a moment and figured that Zi Gu, a character with such low cultivation level, shouldn't be affected, so he might as well revive Zi Gu.

“Okay, I’ll make the arrangements.” Ji Si nodded.

Zhao Xing suddenly had a thought: "Ji Si, if I were to revive Wei Tianchen and the Bamboo Sword Venerable, do you think I could pull them back to the Third Era?"

“This…” Ji Si hesitated, “The price might be a bit too high.”

Zhao Xing didn't really intend to do it; it was just a spur-of-the-moment decision.

Reviving Wei Tianchen might help with the 'Heaven-Mending Technique,' but it's uncertain whether he can be revived.

The fate of the Bamboo Sword Venerable is unknown, and it is uncertain whether he can be brought back.

However, since Ji Si said so, he gave up the idea.

"And the third important thing?"

“The Temple of Reincarnation intends to release Bovi,” Ji Si said.

"What?!" Zhao Xing's brow twitched. "Release Bovi? What are the higher-ups thinking?"

“I don’t know, it’s just a rumor.” Ji Si shook her head. “Maybe they’re still negotiating, or maybe it’s just a rumor, but if Bowei is to come out, he’ll definitely have to change his appearance, and he’ll be subject to great restrictions.”

Zhao Xing thought for a moment. He figured that once Bowei was released, he would probably come looking for him; the guy was very interested in the Fengchan site. He prayed that Bowei wouldn't be released.

After finishing her three matters, Ji Si intended to leave so that Zhao Xing could focus on preparing for the battle for the mountain stronghold.

However, Zhao Xing kept him a little longer, mainly because he wanted to have a chat with the Taoist priest in his robes.

However, after discussing the legends of Shifang Mountain with Ji Si for a long time, the Divine Physician in Hemp Robes never appeared, so they had to give up.

After leaving the Divine Mirror, Zhao Xing continued what he had been doing before.

He opened the blank Taoist book and wrote five large characters on the cover:

The Great Treatise on the Ten Directions Mountain

"Among the unknowable mountains, the importance of the Ten Directions Mountain is definitely greater than that of the Dark Ancient Mountain, whose function is unknown."

"If my teachings can guide people to climb the Ten Directions Mountain, even if the success rate is only slightly higher than the existing methods, it will be enough to crush Kuang Chuan."

Zhao Xing pondered for a moment, then put pen to paper and wrote a character.

When the five characters "Ten Directions Mountain Great Treatise" were printed on the book cover, the extremely high-quality Taoist book trembled violently and emitted a white light. After a long time, the divine light subsided.

(End of this chapter)