Starting with warding off evil and disaster, one can ascend to immortality after countless tribulati

Holding up the bountiful harvest, Cheng Ya pondered for a moment, then quietly shared her experience.

"A breakthrough to the sixth rank requires a treasure compatible with the cultivation technique, along with the assistance of appropriate rituals to break through the bottleneck..."

With her eyebrows curved into crescent moons, Tuoba Youyou proudly revealed a book and handed it over, saying lavishly, "Everyone's path to breakthrough is different."

No matter how much experience others impart, you may encounter different situations when you make a breakthrough.

This book was left by the ancestors of the Tuoba family, and it contains very detailed records. I can lend it to you! Return it to me after you break through to the next level.

I had long heard that although the Tuoba family did not show off, their foundation was in no way inferior to any family in Tongzhou.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Cheng Ya curiously peeked out. The vast Northern and Southern Hemispheres pressed tightly against her, causing Tuoba Youyou to furrow her brows and blush slightly.

"The Tuoba family truly possesses a rich heritage; no wonder they are a former royal family!"

"Oh, I dare not say, I dare not say." Upon hearing Cheng Yasheng's praise, Tuoba Youyou hurriedly waved his hand to stop him.

With an air of fear and dread, he said, "Compared to Lord Zhou, the Tuoba family is nothing but ants that can be wiped out with a flick of the finger. How dare we bring up past events again?"

He stared in astonishment at Tuoba Youyou's face, which was full of loyalty!

Although Cheng Ya was somewhat puzzled, she respected the instructions and continued to peruse the ancient texts, her face showing surprise. "You all have the cultivation path for Heavenly Fire."

Seeing Tuoba Youyou's flustered expression, Cheng Ya realized she had said the wrong thing and quickly apologized.

"I'm sorry, I was too blunt and shouldn't have mentioned the monarchical position."

Tuoba Youyou turned the pages familiarly, smiled gently, and took the opportunity to shut Cheng Ya up.

"It's alright, Miss Cheng. Some of the spring water is actually beneficial to you. Take a closer look."

Fire in the sky symbolizes Zhou Jun's position as ruler of the world.

Upon hearing such secrets, Jiang Ming's heart was stirred, and for a moment he had no heart to appreciate the magnificent white scenery before him.

With a sense of lingering satisfaction, Cheng Ya closed the ancient book, a look of sudden realization dawning on her face, and many of her doubts were resolved.

"Jiang Ming, why don't you stay at the Cheng family's house for the next few days? I'll take advantage of your presence to study this book."

With expectant blinks, Cheng Ya's almost pleading gaze revealed a strong sense of tenderness and charm.

Since he hadn't yet obtained the Earth Spirit Milk, Jiang Ming didn't refuse. He looked at Tuoba Youyou and tentatively asked...

"Could we borrow this ancient book for a few days, Senior Sister Tuoba?"

Recalling the previous divination, Tuoba Youyou dared not leave Jiang Ming easily.

He immediately nodded repeatedly like a chick pecking at rice, "No problem, I'm not in a hurry to return to the sect."

"We'll wait a few days for Junior Brother Jiang, then we can return together."

After two hours of conversation, Jiang Ming gained a deeper understanding of cultivation, and he was carefully reflecting on what he had learned.

A loud bang suddenly came from outside Tongzhou City!

boom!

Her delicate body trembled suddenly, and Tuoba Youyou looked at Jiang Ming with relief in her eyes, her gaze full of deep meaning.

Cheng Ya is straightforward and not very quick-witted.

At this moment, she was unaware that Jiang Ming had unintentionally saved her from a disaster.

"What a terrifying monster! It actually blasted a hole in the city's protective array!"

She opened the door, leaped into the air, and landed directly on the roof. Cheng Ya looked out of the city and, upon discovering the source of the noise, immediately exclaimed in surprise.

Although he already knew that it was probably the Black Water Python's doing, Jiang Ming still followed out out of curiosity, wanting to witness the terrifying power of a Qi-eating Realm Perfected Beast.

Looking intently at Jiang Ming's retreating figure, Tuoba Youyou was filled with fear, all in an effort to predict the location of the Earth's Spiritual Breast.

She had specifically studied the Tongzhou map, so she could tell at a glance that the direction was Longdi Cave!

The three stood side by side on the roof.

All the patriarchs of the major families in Tongzhou emerged from seclusion. In an instant, many old men with pale faces and white hair flew through the air, each using their own methods, moving as fast as shooting stars.

"Something's happened at Ryuchi Cave! Oh no! Elder Three and the others are in danger!"

Looking at the golden light soaring into the sky from the Cheng family ancestral home, and recognizing it as the ancestor's talisman, Cheng Ya belatedly realized that something serious had happened, and couldn't help but feel worried.

The sky suddenly changed, and in an instant, a gray fog descended, stirring up a dark haze. Occasionally, flashes of lightning would appear within the thick black clouds, revealing the shapes of swords and spears!

Beneath the dark clouds, a colossal serpent, its size comparable to a mountain, stood tall, roaring angrily towards the sky.

Immediately afterwards, a crimson, sinister light burst forth from the location of Ryuchi Cave.

Bathed in the aura of blood, the Black Water Python's power surged, radiating overwhelming pressure in all directions!

Jiang Ming's pupils contracted slightly, his heart filled with shock. The Qi Refining Realm at its peak was terrifying; it could overturn the world in the blink of an eye!

"It's a blood sacrifice! This demonic creature wants to use the flesh and blood of the cultivators from Dragon Land Cave to build its foundation and then transform into a dragon!"

Having seen much of the world, Tuoba Youyou recognized the classic scene recorded in the ancient book. Her face turned pale, and she couldn't help but feel a sense of lingering fear.

Thankfully, she listened to Jiang Ming's advice and resisted the temptation of the Earth Spirit Milk; otherwise, she would probably have turned into a blood mist by now.

"Demon, give me back the lives of my descendants!" Gazing at the towering blood-red light, the patriarchs of each family were filled with rage and attacked the demonic serpent in unison.

boom!

Amidst the chaotic attacks, the demonic serpent's flesh and blood flew everywhere, and the shattered pieces of flesh crashed down several small hills.

However, the black python did not die suddenly; on the contrary, its aura continued to surge.

The next second, lightning flashed in the sky, revealing a solemn and murderous intent.

Upon seeing this, all the elders retreated and scattered.

The demons are about to face their tribulation. If they continue to attack, they will also be affected by the lightning tribulation and have their lifespans shortened.

Alas!

With a soft murmur, and aided by the soaring flames, an old Taoist in a red robe passed through the dark clouds, gazing at the black water python with awe.

"What spirit! It's all or nothing. In that case, I'll wait for your breakthrough."

"When you ascend to the ranks of the True Men, that will be the time for your execution."

Sensing the powerful aura of the furnace fire, Jiang Ming felt a surge of admiration.

This Foundation Establishment cultivator possessed extraordinary bearing and seemed to have an extremely detached state of mind.

It could have easily killed the weak by breaking through the air, but it was willing to give the Black Water Python a chance to break through.

The mutual respect and appreciation among cultivators is no exception!

"Wait for me!" The black water python glanced back at the old Taoist priest and spoke haltingly before rushing into the lightning to calmly face the tribulation.

The immense lightning strikes down upon him, and within a few breaths, the black water python's massive body is already covered in blood.

However, this injury did not damage its core. Its momentum surged to its peak, and it stood tall, facing the sky, enduring nine consecutive lightning strikes.

"I have succeeded!" His aura suddenly became sacred, and the black water python's charred body gradually regained its vitality.

Its body was covered in jet-black scales, clearly indicating that it had shed its snake skin and transformed into a dragon!

"Finally transformed into a dragon! You wretched creature, prepare to die!"

His eyes turned fiery, and the old Taoist priest, who had just spoken sternly, suddenly summoned a treasure furnace, which emitted golden light and firmly trapped the black water dragon.

"You old scoundrel, how dare you monopolize all the benefits!"

"Quickly relinquish this opportunity; the Dragon Core is mine!"

"The dragon's blood is mine!"

"At least give me some of your flesh and blood!"

"Don't touch it! I need its bones; I want to forge a magnificent armor for my grandson!"

Stern shouts rang out one after another, and several more Foundation Establishment cultivators made a thunderous entrance.

Faced with so many attacks simultaneously, the Black Water Dragon perished instantly, its body exploding and being captured by Foundation Establishment cultivators from all directions.

Upon seeing this, Jiang Ming was stunned for a moment, then came to his senses and suddenly realized what was going on.

Oh shit!

The cultivation world, from top to bottom, is almost entirely populated by beasts!

The reason the Black Water Python was allowed to break through was because the Dragon Blood and Dragon Core were even more precious...