Chapter 1011: Dao Venerable
Chapter 1011: Dao Venerable
"The Five Declines of Heavenly Immortals?"
"So, to achieve the Heavenly Immortal realm, one must also undergo the tribulation of the Five Declines of Heavenly Immortals?"
"Heavenly Immortals, born from a single breath of Qi, are among the strongest Immortals, their physical forms and primordial spirits nigh-impossible to obliterate. . ."
"If not for Dugu Fang encountering me, he would have been free and unrestrained. . ."
Fang Xi couldn't help but sigh with emotion after reading the Heavenly Immortal cultivation method from the True Immortal World recorded on the jade page and golden book.
It was just a pity that this incomplete Heavenly Immortal cultivation method only mentioned Merging with the Dao and the Dao Monarch realm, with not a single mention of the Dao Venerable realm above Dao Monarch.
Perhaps only the artifact spirit of the 'Illusory World Mirror' would know a thing or two.
"To completely refine this mirror, I fear it won't be an overnight task."
...
Time flew by.
Stars shifted and constellations wheeled.
In the blink of an eye, two hundred years had rushed past.
Earthly Immortal World.
Fang Xi continuously chanted incantations, channeling streams of magical power into the 'Illusory World Mirror' before him.
Compared to its previous inert state, the 'Illusory World Mirror' now emitted layer upon layer of crystalline radiance, its halo constantly waxing and waning, as if breathing with Fang Xi's refinement.
"Ever since comprehending the 'Artifact Refining Art', I've worked day and night. . . for two hundred years. Only now have I barely managed to slowly refine the restrictions of this treasure, and there's just one last layer left."
A sharp glint flashed in his eyes as he mused inwardly.
Refining the 'Illusory World Mirror' was naturally far from easy, not only because its grade surpassed that of an Immortal artifact, but also because the artifact spirit deep within frequently defied him, making the refinement exceptionally difficult.
Fortunately, the artifact spirit no longer possessed magical power; all its previous struggles were merely a death throe.
By now, Fang Xi had refined ninety-nine point ninety-nine percent of the primordial spirit restrictions within the 'Illusory World Mirror'; with just one last sliver remaining, he could completely master this 'Dao Artifact'!
"I never expected. . . that the one to refine me would be an Earth Immortal who had mastered the 'Earth Immortal Indestructible Method'. My defeat is not unjust."
Suddenly, a flash of light appeared on the surface of the 'Illusory World Mirror', revealing the artifact spirit's figure.
Its appearance had once again transformed into Fang Xi's likeness, albeit with a hint of bitter amusement: "How about we make a deal? If you let me leave, I can give you the complete legacy and inheritance of Dao Monarch Huanmie. . ."
"Idiot, once I've refined you, everything will be mine."
Fang Xi chuckled lightly, and the Myriad Wood Mother Qi converged, resembling an auspicious cloud.
The formidable power of his Spirit Domain enveloped the 'Illusory World Mirror', suppressing all its resistance.
As he formed a hand seal with one hand, his Earth Immortal magical power surged forth, entering the 'Illusory World Mirror' and instantly refining that last sliver of restriction.
"Ah. . . you forced my hand!"
The artifact spirit's face abruptly became incredibly ferocious.
Boom!
The moment Fang Xi's divine sense touched the core of the 'Illusory World Mirror', a powerful consciousness actually followed his divine sense and directly entered his primordial spirit!
'As a Dao Artifact's artifact spirit, I have one last ability: I can directly link with the artifact master's mind. . . '
'This was originally meant to assist the artifact master in comprehending the Great Dao, but now, I will perish with you! '
Within Fang Xi's primordial spirit, the artifact spirit of the 'Illusory World Mirror' suddenly spoke, its words brimming with venom.
"Oh? So that's how it is. . ."
His primordial spirit stirred, and a bronze ancient mirror suddenly appeared in its deepest reaches, its aura vast and boundless, carrying the magnificent power to reverse all things!
"Ah. . . that's. . . a Dao Fruit?"
"Master. . . Little Mirror is willing to submit!"
The 'Illusory World Mirror' artifact spirit shrieked, then its tone inexplicably turned incredibly fawning: "Master actually possesses such astonishing fortune; in the future, you will surely achieve Dao Monarch and Dao Venerable. . . you are worthy of being my master!"
"Too bad, I don't want a dog like you."
Fang Xi sneered. The phantom of the All-Heavens Precious Mirror flashed, suddenly enveloping his entire primordial spirit sea of consciousness.
The 'Illusory World Mirror' artifact spirit let out a miserable shriek, and then there was no 'then'. . .
Just like how Long Qingzi's true form had originally intended to seize Fang Xi's body through possession.
In such a direct and secretive battle of true spirits within the sea of consciousness, Fang Xi, with the All-Heavens Precious Mirror suppressing everything, had simply laid a trap, specifically waiting for this artifact spirit to walk to its death!
Although with the artifact spirit's assistance, manipulating the 'Illusory World Mirror' would undoubtedly be smoother and more effortless.
However, this artifact spirit was cunning and had a history of betrayal.
To Fang Xi, any subordinate who displayed disloyalty even once would be relegated to a separate roster, never to be used again.
Even more so for a magical treasure that was meant to be taken into his primordial spirit for refinement!
The key was still that saying: because he possessed the All-Heavens Precious Mirror, he didn't feel much pity for other magical treasures.
If he could use it, he would; if not, he would destroy it, without a shred of hesitation.
"Hm? An unexpected surprise?"
Fang Xi rubbed his brows. Within his primordial spirit, a few fragments of memory suddenly appeared.
These were all memories of the 'Illusory World Mirror' artifact spirit, as if he had performed a soul-search on it.
'Even after the All-Heavens Precious Mirror annihilated the artifact spirit, some fragments still remained? '
He immediately became interested, and his primordial spirit swiftly scanned through them one by one.
'Hmm? As expected, there's content beyond the Heavenly Immortal method. . . Above Dao Monarch, there is Dao Venerable! A Dao Monarch merges with one Dao Seed, while a Dao Venerable fuses multiple Dao Seeds to form a complete Great Dao! Between Dao Seeds, there's similarity and compatibility; seizing similar Dao Seeds can increase one's Dao cultivation? '
'This artifact spirit is quite ancient; it even knows about the Withered Glory Immortal Palace? Back then, the Life-Death Dao Monarch of the Withered Glory Immortal Palace, who merged with a 'Life-Death Dao Seed', was killed by the 'Yin Yang Dao Venerable' of the Tongtian Palace, because Yin Yang and Life-Death are similar Dao Seeds? '
'Dao Seeds are not unique, so there can be multiple Life-Death Dao Monarchs. But if a new Life-Death Dao Monarch appears in the future, it will definitely attract the killing intent of the 'Yin Yang Dao Venerable'? This person clearly already devoured a Life-Death Dao Seed; could it be that continuously devouring similar Dao Seeds can still advance one's Dao cultivation? '
'Dao Monarchs are not unique, but I wonder if Dao Venerables are? The Yin Yang Dao Venerable has occupied the 'Yin Yang Great Dao'; will anyone else in the future be able to attain Dao Venerable status through Yin Yang? '
This 'Illusory World Mirror' artifact spirit truly lived up to its name as a Dao Artifact spirit, being quite ancient and privy to many secrets.
While mostly useless to Immortals, for cultivators like Fang Xi who aspired to realms beyond Dao Monarch, it was undoubtedly a priceless treasure, allowing him to avoid many detours.
'That was close! '
'If I were to attain Dao Monarch status through the laws of Life and Death, I would immediately incur a terrifying enemy for myself! '
This was absolutely unacceptable for Fang Xi, who was determined to be a shut-in, peacefully cultivating all the way to Dao Monarch, or even Dao Venerable.
With this reminder, he could undoubtedly avoid much trouble.
Therefore, even though the Life-Death Dao Seed had already condensed into a prototype, Fang Xi decided to abandon it.
'The choice of which Dao Seed to merge with when advancing to Dao Monarch almost dictates one's allies and enemies? '
'However, Dao Monarchs are not unique. Even if I were to merge with the Dao of Life and Death, as long as I evaded the Yin Yang Dao Venerable's pursuit, I could still take other paths in the future to achieve Dao Venerable! '
'Even if the Yin Yang Dao Venerable blocked off the Yin Yang Great Dao, I could always attain the 'True Illusion Great Dao', 'Reincarnation Great Dao', and so on. . . '
Fang Xi's eyes couldn't help but light up.
Given his current conditions, whether he merged with the Dao Seeds of 'Life-Death', 'Void', 'Time', or even the Five Elements Dao Seeds of 'Wood' and 'Earth', he had great hope.
From the perspective of the laws he was most proficient in, he should now merge with the 'Life-Death Dao Seed'. However, this path was too dangerous, which Fang Xi would not choose.
If there were no other choices, then so be it. But if he had options and still chose such a dangerous path, he would simply be foolish!
If considering his golden finger, he would certainly have to merge with the 'Void Dao Seed'. Although his Void Law was currently only at the stage of Law Incarnation, it was still a few steps away from becoming a Dao Seed.
If considering convenience, it would definitely be to take the 'Path of Illusory Annihilation', using the 'Illusory World Mirror' to assist him in condensing the 'Illusory Annihilation Dao Seed'!
'But all of these could conflict with existing Dao Monarchs and Dao Venerables! '
'The Laws of Void and Time are extremely profound and are certainly the choice of many geniuses. . . there might be some hindrances in the future. '
'I don't want to constantly show off and slap faces along the way; how about I take a path no one else has taken? Like. . . reincarnation? '
In the True Immortal World, reincarnation was not apparent, making the Law of Reincarnation extremely difficult to comprehend and get started with.
If he walked the Path of Reincarnation, at least he wouldn't be mistaken for a remnant of the Withered Glory Immortal Palace! And thus avoid attracting the Tongtian Palace's retaliation!
Fang Xi also wanted to experience the unprecedented power of a Dao Monarch in the True Immortal World!
'Even if this step goes wrong, I can still change it after becoming a Dao Monarch. . . After all, Dao Monarchs are not unique, so there's still room for choice regarding the Great Dao of a Dao Venerable. '
After contemplating his future path, he shifted his attention back to the 'Illusory World Mirror'.
'This 'Illusory World Mirror' artifact spirit lied to me before. . . saying there was a treasure that could change Immortal grades. In truth, it had only heard of such a treasure and didn't actually possess it. Good thing I didn't believe it anyway. . . '
Fang Xi's magical power once again entered the 'Illusory World Mirror'. This time, with no artifact spirit interfering, he immediately felt it operate smoothly, and all the abilities of this 'Illusory World Mirror' appeared in his mind.
"This mirror is Dao Monarch Huanmie's 'Vessel of the Dao', capable of unleashing the 'Illusory Annihilation Dao Seed' with astonishing power. . . Furthermore, it can assist in the cultivation of the Laws of Illusory Annihilation."
"Within this mirror, a Minor Thousand World had actually been refined? No, it's the World Origin. . . seeming illusory yet not, false yet not, ever-changing. . . Treasures, and even living beings from the Minor Thousand World, can be brought into the Great Thousand World. Of course, this consumes the 'Illusory World Mirror's' World Origin; a little less each time it's used. . . Fortunately, I can replenish it."
Fang Xi glanced at the Ancestor Demonic Tree behind him.
In terms of the abundance of Heaven and Earth Origin, a Middle Thousand World naturally far surpassed a Minor Thousand World.
'The functions of this 'Illusory World Mirror' are a bit thin. Although the world within the mirror is interesting, at best it's a pastime. . . and cannot be massively utilized. '
'Hm? It's somewhat similar to the Main God Space I read about in my previous life. . . This Minor Thousand World can be configured to my will. Can I send 'Reincarnators' in for adventures? And then allow them to bring out a few items based on their merits? '
'After they're done with their trials, I could directly re-refine the earth, fire, wind, and water, change the settings to another world, and it would be a new game. . . '
'But all the rewards would have to come from my own consumption of Heaven and Earth Origin; it would be better to just send them directly to the real Myriad Worlds. . . '
He complained for a bit, finally confirming: "This 'Illusory World Mirror' really is a small piece of trash; it's far inferior to the All-Heavens Precious Mirror. . ."
'However, the last concealing function is somewhat interesting! '
'It can actually conceal my own Dao Seed. Even if I attain the Life-Death Dao Monarch realm, I could use the 'Illusory World Mirror' to disguise myself as 'Dao Monarch Huanmie'?"
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