Immortal Demonic Path

Chapter 224 Conquest of the Great Wilderness

The Tree of Immortality!

Li Changsheng really wanted to ask them, "When will you forget the existence of the Tree of Immortality?"

Can't you just be quiet for once?

"Ming made some arrangements in the central region, which were of considerable help to them."

Jiuyouming said, "Once they obtain those opportunities, they should be able to perceive some deep-seated secrets."

"It seems they can't escape your scheme," Li Changsheng sighed softly.

"It wasn't exactly scheming; Ming simply gave them a heads-up."

Jiuyouming said, "Their strength has been improving very slowly through fighting and killing. They need better resources and ancient inheritances."

"Did you sense any other inheritances in the Great Wilderness?" the phoenix asked.

"With the help of the essence and blood of the Sun Bird, Ming sensed the ancient aura of the Sun lineage."

Jiuyouming looked at the phoenix and said calmly, "You phoenix lineage also includes yours."

Phoenix's expression shifted, but then she sighed, "Forget it, I won't take the risk. If I die, the Phoenix lineage will be cut off."

"It's alright, now that we have Little Phoenix, we can't cut ties," Li Changsheng said with a faint smile.

Phoenix shook her head: "This little guy is not ready yet. Wait a while longer until I reach the Dao, then I will help him improve his bloodline."

"I'll leave this place to you. Ming, go out and check the situation," Jiuyouming said.

She needed to keep a close eye on the situation in the Great Wilderness and collect resources along the way.

Li Changsheng and Phoenix continued to guard the Heaven and Earth Reincarnation Pool.

The world of leaves is refined and nurtured with the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth, and the faint aura of the laws gradually merges into each leaf.

The aura of laws permeated the air, connecting all the leaf worlds and arranging them into a grand array of celestial stars.

Li Changsheng's cultivation level slowly improved, gradually progressing towards the Five Elements Converging at the Origin.

  

At this rate, compared to ordinary cultivators, achieving the Five Elements Convergence before his lifespan runs out is not a problem.

The phoenix is ​​also diligently cultivating itself, striving to achieve enlightenment as soon as possible.

As time passed, the Buddhist disciple could not escape the end of his lifespan and passed away peacefully within the territory of the Great Shang Dynasty. Eighteen relics were left behind and were collected by the human king.

Li Changsheng separated a wisp of his divine soul and brought back the demon seed.

Within the demon seed are recorded all the Buddhist disciple's learning, as well as Buddhist runes and—the runes of Amitabha Buddha!

Amitabha Buddha is also a sacred embryo, whose true form appears to be a Bodhi tree.

Li Changsheng began to forge the sacred runes, while also watching the memories of the Buddha's disciple during his last hundred years.

In the last century, the Buddhist disciple transformed into an ascetic monk, performing good deeds and preaching the Dharma for a hundred years.

He no longer pursues any Buddhist teachings or salvation; he simply talks about Buddhism.

He didn't care whether the other person liked listening or not; he just talked.

Li Changsheng sighed deeply. The Buddhist disciple had finally attained enlightenment and realized his own path to Buddhism.

Practicing Buddhism and Taoism, saving oneself in the mortal world, not for the sake of sentient beings, nor for the sake of becoming a Buddha.

I ask for nothing, I simply practice Buddhism and carry out my own Buddhist path.

Those eighteen relics represent the path of the Buddha.

Unfortunately, this realization came too late; it was too late to change anything.

If he hadn't been crippled, perhaps the Buddha's disciple would have been the first genius to achieve enlightenment.

However, without this experience, he would not have had such a profound realization.

Phoenix was deeply moved upon hearing about the Buddha's deeds, and he too let go of his attachments, achieving a state of clarity of mind.

Li Changsheng, on the other hand, forged the holy runes and the demonic runes.

His world became increasingly complete as Buddhist, Taoist, and demonic patterns were integrated into it.

Within the world of leaves, there are barren hills where embryos have already been conceived.

It was conceived from a seed with patterns and divine markings.

He also understood the process involved.

All the elements of heaven and earth converged, enveloping and nurturing the sacred runes and divine seals.

He also understood that the sacred embryo of heaven and earth did not need a carrier. During the process of gestation, the elements between heaven and earth gathered and attached themselves to the patterns to form the embryo.

Once the embryo has fully developed and given birth to life, it is considered a sacred fetus of heaven and earth.

However, the ability to create a powerful and sacred embryo of heaven and earth is also related to the world one lives in.

The world is too weak, and the holy embryo it gives birth to is not worthy of being called a holy embryo; its strength may not be much different from that of an ordinary person.

For example, the beings that Li Changsheng's world has nurtured can never surpass him.

The stronger the sacred embryo, the stronger and more numerous the Great Daos are required.

Li Changsheng pondered that with his current strength, he was far from having enough to receive the Great Dao and regenerate it in the future.

He needs more of the world of leaves!

As for cultivation level, one must at least reach the Dao Integration Realm.

If one could ascend to immortality, or even be reborn as a carefree immortal, that would be even better.

But Li Changsheng didn't know if he could hold out until he reached the Immortal Ascension Realm.

After all, the Great Calamity of Heaven and Earth is an unpredictable factor.

Now, let's focus on refining the world of leaves and strengthening our foundation.

Luo Sha frequently relayed messages that many geniuses from the outside world had already set foot in the Great Wilderness.

Yang Wushang even made a bold statement, saying that true strongmen should explore the Great Wilderness, not fight outside of it.

Zhenlong also responded to Yang Wushang's words and joined forces to develop the Great Wilderness.

All eyes were now on this forbidden area.

The Holy Son and Holy Daughter, and the Four Great Saints, all witnessed the abundant resources hidden within the Great Wilderness.

Yang Wushang also mentioned that in their time, some people had eaten the Tree of Immortality and achieved immortality.

If those immortals hadn't brought this upon themselves, they would never have died of old age.

Upon hearing this, all the cultivators seemed to go mad and surged into the Great Wilderness.

Yang Wushang's words confirmed that the Tree of Immortality exists!

In this era, no one has ever eaten the Tree of Immortality, nor has anyone ever seen it, and no one really believes that the Tree of Immortality truly exists.

In the past, some powerful individuals who were nearing the end of their lifespan entered the Great Wilderness, but none of them ever came out.

Now that Yang Wushang has confirmed the existence of the Tree of Immortality and is willing to attack the Great Wilderness, those cultivators are naturally willing to respond.

The Holy Son and Holy Daughter, the Four Great Saints are all present, gathering the strongest power of this era!

In an instant, the Great Wilderness was bustling with activity as powerful figures stepped into this forbidden zone.

And they also encountered a ferocious beast at the Dao Integration Realm!

The ferocious bird, possessing the true fire of the sun, was so powerful that it shocked everyone.

Only when Yang Wushang and Zhenlong joined forces could they stop this ferocious beast at the Dao Integration Realm.

In the end, it was Yang Dingtian who stepped in and, together with them, managed to kill the ferocious beast.

Afterwards, Yang Dingtian left without lingering.

After slaying the ferocious beast at the Dao Integration Realm, Yang Wushang and the True Dragon divided and refined the beasts, greatly increasing their strength.

Upon hearing this, the Four Saints immediately ventured deep into the Great Wilderness to hunt down ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm.

You, Yang Wushang and Zhenlong, can kill ferocious beasts. The Four Great Saints are no weaker than you, so how could they not kill them?

The holy sons and daughters also rushed in and killed the ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm.

In an instant, the Great Wilderness was in turmoil, countless plants and trees were destroyed, and some spiritual herbs were reduced to dust in the aftershocks.

While they were fighting, Jiu Youming took away most of the top-grade spiritual herbs.

After the Four Saints hunted down the ferocious beast, Jiu Youming appeared and asked for a piece.

Wutian and Sun Chengdao were very respectful to him and immediately gave him a large piece.

Returning to the Netherworld, they threw the elixir into the regeneration pool and gave the beast meat to Li Changsheng and the Phoenix.

The terrifying aura distorted the void itself; even a single piece of meat sent shivers down the spines of Li Changsheng and Phoenix.

"What kind of meat is this?" Li Changsheng asked solemnly.

"Within the Great Wilderness, there are ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm," said Jiu Youming.

"You killed it?" Phoenix exclaimed in shock. "You can hunt down ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm?"

"I took a piece from Wutian and the others who killed them," Jiuyouming said.

"They actually hunted down a ferocious beast at the Dao Integration Realm. Just looking at this piece of meat makes my heart tremble," Phoenix said with a wry smile.

The ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm were far too terrifying; he knew that if he were to face one, he would surely die.

"They hunted together. Although this ferocious beast can fight against cultivators at the Dao Integration Realm, it's still far from being a match for them in a real fight."

Jiuyouming said calmly, "However, they possess the power and physical body of the Dao Integration Realm, but lack intelligence and the ability to form groups, so they can naturally be killed."

"But that requires immense strength," Phoenix sighed softly. "The gap between me and them is widening."

"Why compare yourself to them? You are far superior to me. I haven't even achieved the Five Qi Gathering yet," Li Changsheng said with a faint smile.

Phoenix was slightly taken aback, then shook her head and laughed, "The island lord is truly magnanimous; it is Phoenix who is being persistent."

After handing over the beast meat to them, Jiu Youming went to the Great Wilderness again.

Li Changsheng and Phoenix divided the beast meat in half, each taking half.

The flesh of ferocious beasts contains extremely strong malevolent and violent energy that can affect one's mind. It must be cleansed before it can be refined.

It took Li Changsheng and Phoenix a year to clean it up.

It has to be said that the Dao Integration Realm is terrifying; even a piece of meat requires such a long time to clean up.

Of course, Li Changsheng did this purely to consider Phoenix's feelings; otherwise, he could have easily erased her with his divine aura.

The energy contained in the meat of a ferocious beast is terrifying; even half a piece of meat is enough for him to refine a leaf world.

He and Phoenix enhanced their strength by using the flesh of ferocious beasts, resulting in a rapid increase in their power.

The wars outside continued. Having tasted the benefits of ferocious beast meat, they became even more frenzied and began to actively hunt ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm.

True Dragon and Yang Wushang joined forces, the Holy Sons and Holy Daughters formed a team, and the Four Saints became one.

The three factions hunted down ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm and devoured their power to increase their strength.

Ten years had passed since Li Changsheng finished refining the beast's flesh when Youming received guests.

"Master Taiyi, Master Wutian has arrived," the female Rakshasa said respectfully.

"Yes, I will go see him now."

With a thought, Li Changsheng left the Rebirth Pool and arrived at the Netherworld Bridge.

Wu Tian, ​​dressed in black robes, bowed respectfully upon seeing him arrive: "This humble monk greets Daoist Taiyi."

"Greetings, Master." Li Changsheng returned the greeting with a bow. "May I ask what brings you here today?"

"This piece of beast meat was obtained by Wutian. Please accept it, Daoist Master." Wutian handed him a storage bag and said, "I will always remember your kindness, Master."

Li Changsheng looked calmly at Wutian and accepted the storage bag without any ceremony: "Thank you for your kindness. This beast meat is indeed of great help to me, but you should also focus on your own improvement and achieve Dao integration as soon as possible."

"Amitabha, Daoist Master, rest assured, this humble monk will not delay my own cultivation." Wutian put his hands together in greeting, then turned and left.

Li Changsheng returned to the Regeneration Pool with the ferocious beast meat. This time, the ferocious beast meat that Wutian brought was much larger, ten times more than the amount that Jiu Youming brought back.

He gave Phoenix one-tenth of his share, which was already quite generous.

The phoenix was extremely grateful and used the energy from the ferocious beast's flesh to cleanse and refine the little phoenix's body, enhancing its strength.

Li Changsheng refined the flesh of the ferocious beast once more to enhance himself.

Sun Chengdao didn't forget Su Ling'er, that fox, and gave her quite a share as well.

Everything was wonderful. Everyone regarded the Great Wilderness as a treasure land, and it didn't seem so scary.

Having tasted the benefits, they had long since forgotten the word "forbidden zone."

He spent decades hunting and killing ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm to digest their energy.

Yang Wushang, a top-tier expert, has almost all touched the Dao Integration Realm, only lacking enough energy to step into the Dao Integration Realm.

In order to become stronger, Yang Wushang and Zhenlong once again sought out the ferocious beast.

However, they underestimated the strength of this ferocious beast.

Yang Wushang and Zhenlong suffered severe injuries, and the ferocious beast went completely berserk. Before they could escape, their subordinates were devoured by the beast.

The two fought with all their might to escape the beast's pursuit and save their lives.

When this news reached the underworld, Li Changsheng and Phoenix could only express their sorrow.

Ao Qing sighed deeply and got drunk in the City of Rebirth.

Because among the cultivators who died this time were the Four Dragon Kings.

Their Four Seas Grand Formation was utterly ineffective against the ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm.

The holy sons and daughters also encountered powerful ferocious beasts, but fortunately, they were all highly skilled and managed to save their lives.

The Four Saints were alright; with Sun Chengdao's divine aura supporting them, even if they couldn't defeat the ferocious beast, their injuries weren't too serious.

Only after suffering complete setbacks did they realize that this was a forbidden area, not a treasure trove for them to take at will!

However, no one wanted to quit, because the improvement of ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm was simply too great.

Only by constantly hunting down ferocious beasts at the Dao Integration Realm can they achieve Dao Integration faster.

Jiuyouming wouldn't let them withdraw; she was still counting on these geniuses to open up the Great Wilderness for her and obtain more spiritual resources.

After a century of recuperation, the powerful figures once again launched their conquest of the Great Wilderness.

This time, Yang Wushang and Zhenlong did not bring any of their other subordinates with them.

This also made it easier for Jiuyouming to collect spiritual herbs.

They encountered a powerful and ferocious beast again, but unexpectedly, the true dragon retreated and launched a sneak attack on Yang Wushang.

At the critical moment, Yang Dingtian intervened and saved him.

But what they face is the ambush of ferocious beasts and true dragons.

The Four Sages suddenly appeared, relieving Yang Dingtian's predicament and joining forces to kill the ferocious beast.

Yang Wushang then pursued and killed the true dragon, causing the sky to darken and the sun and moon to lose their light.

A fierce battle raged from the Great Wilderness to the Four Seas, but in the end, Yang Wushang prevailed and slew the True Dragon.

The true dragon's body was also taken back by Yang Wushang and shared with Yang Dingtian and the Four Great Saints.

On this day, the whole world mourned.

Li Changsheng was also very sad. He had also obtained a piece of dragon meat, and he was so sad that he didn't know whether he should eat it in front of Ao Qing.

After thinking it over, he still gave it to Ao Qing, so that Ao Qing could take the true dragon meat back to the North Sea, where he could refine the true dragon and improve his bloodline.

Despite his grief, Ao Qing refined the true dragon's flesh and obeyed his orders to return to the North Sea, where he merged with the North Sea with his own body.

With the crisis over in the Great Wilderness resolved, the Four Great Sages invited Yang Dingtian to join their ranks and become the Fifth Great Sage.

Yang Wushang, however, stood tall and proud, issuing a challenge: a hundred years from now, the brothers would have a final showdown.

This time, Yang Dingtian did not dodge but chose to fight.

(End of this chapter)