Chapter 1682
The Mutant Rock Ghost King, Star Sea Ancestor Attempts to Reach the Perfection of the N
In the blink of an eye, more than a decade has passed.
This day.
The Heavenly River Realm, formerly the Western Demon Realm, Vajra Demon Rock Sect, deep within the Vajra Secret Realm, is the Vajra Demon Rock Mountain, a fifth-grade superior spiritual land.
Inside a cave.
"what?"
"I didn't expect that Senior Ghost Immortal would accomplish that so quickly."
Ling Pengyun, who was in seclusion, received a special message. His eyes lit up, and he immediately stopped his seclusion, took out the Netherworld Blade, and rushed to the Shadow Secret Realm of the Ancient Ghost Domain.
Soon after.
In a cave dwelling in the Shadow Valley, a fifth-tier superior-grade valley.
"Young friend Pengyun, you've finally arrived."
"Oh right, this is the fifth-tier superior mutated rock spirit I just nurtured..."
The Ghost Immortal Lamp seemed to have been waiting there all along. As soon as its spirit saw Ling Pengyun arrive, it immediately summoned a unique and extraordinary spirit from its internal space.
It has a robust physique, a large, blood-red mouth on its face, and a strong ghostly aura and heavy yin energy.
Moreover, it resembles a 'little giant of blood-red rock' formed by stacks of blood-red boulders.
Its hands are also covered with extremely sharp claws, which occasionally gleam with a cold light.
Even a slight flick of its claws caused the void to tremble, as if it were about to be shattered.
Moreover, his cultivation level had reached the fifth rank, high grade.
Such spirits are extremely rare even in the Heavenly River Realm.
They might even have the opportunity to become the dominant force in some smaller places.
Most importantly, it is incredibly gentle, unlike ordinary evil spirits that only know how to kill.
It also showed great respect for Ling Pengyun.
"Lord!"
The fifth-rank superior spirit spoke in human language and respectfully bowed to Ling Pengyun.
It was an ordinary rock spirit that the Ghost Immortal Lamp had bred for its family a thousand years ago.
And through the accumulation of time, it has entered the middle grade of the fifth rank.
It even withstood the "Mutant Rock Spirit Cultivation Method" perfected by the Ghost Immortal Lamp.
Ultimately, it mutated, acquiring some characteristics of the Yinming Demon Corpse and Blood Fiend, and even its aptitude increased dramatically.
In addition, it has a good foundation, and the Ghost Immortal Lamp has condensed a fifth-order mid-grade Ghost Immortal Light in recent years, as well as some other breakthrough spiritual objects of the family.
It then broke through the bottleneck in one go and entered the fifth-order superior realm.
In addition, in the last ten years or so, the Ghost Lamp has also stimulated and mutated some other rock spirits.
However, the cultivation levels of those Rock Spirit Ghosts were no match for the current fifth-tier high-grade Rock Spirit Ghost King.
That one is now considered the pillar of the mutated rock spirit ghost group, and even the pillar of all the spirit ghosts in the family.
"Come and see what you're capable of."
Seeing this, Ling Pengyun spoke to him with curiosity.
Afterwards, he summoned the fifth-tier high-grade Rock Spirit Ghost King, went to an open space, and practiced a battle with him.
After undergoing mutation, the Rock Spirit King's strength increased dramatically.
Its inherited blood essence has an extremely strong regenerative ability. Even if its body is destroyed, as long as its ghost core and primordial spirit are not broken, it can quickly recover from its injuries by relying on a large amount of blood.
Its sharp claws are comparable to those of a ghost treasure of the same level, and its body is incredibly sturdy, not much weaker than a defensive ghost treasure of the same level.
Indirectly, even without the help of high-level ghost treasures, and having only recently entered the fifth-tier upper grade, his strength is no less than that of other experts of the same tier.
'Such strength is truly impressive; he's certainly capable of holding his own. The family has gained another formidable warrior.'
Ling Pengyun stopped there, then looked at the Rock Ghost King with great satisfaction and commented.
Furthermore, the appearance of that mutated ghost king undoubtedly proves that the fifth-grade superior mutated rock spirit cultivation method previously perfected by the Ghost Immortal Lamp has extremely high credibility.
It's not just about promoting the mutation of Rock Spirits or directly cultivating mutated Rock Spirits.
Moreover, it can cultivate high-level mutated rock spirit ghosts, which can be regarded as a profound method for cultivating spirit ghosts.
"If this matter were to spread, you, Ghost Immortal, would surely be remembered in history."
"Moreover, senior, you created this method and even cultivated such a powerful fifth-order superior mutated rock ghost king for our clan. You have truly made a great contribution."
"Please accept my next bow."
Ling Pengyun held the Ghost Immortal Lamp in high esteem and immediately bowed to it. He even gave the Ghost Immortal Lamp a large amount of Ghost Dao resources as a reward.
But the Ghost Lantern did not accept it.
After all, the family had previously given it a large number of special high-level magical treasures free of charge, and even the Yinming Demonic Coffin, a fifth-grade top-quality item from the Yinming Demonic Sect, to solidify its foundation.
Such kindness is truly immense.
The value of those magical treasures might even be higher than the method that perfected them.
Moreover, without the help of the origins of those special magical treasures, it would be difficult for it to gain any insight into the rules and perfect such a method.
Therefore, this can be considered a cycle of cause and effect.
"This is how I repay my family."
"That reward is absolutely out of the question."
The spirit of the Ghost Immortal Lamp did not accept the rewards; instead, it expressed its gratitude.
"Senior Ghost Immortal, you are truly righteous."
Upon seeing this, Ling Pengyun held the Ghost Immortal Lamp in even higher regard, and a smile appeared on his face.
Then, the two of them considered that the mutated rock ghost king beside them was a real pity, as it had no high-level ghost treasures to help it.
They all possess advanced skills in various arts and crafts, and their families had recently destroyed many demonic forces, acquiring a considerable amount of high-level demonic crafting materials.
They then returned to their clan, retrieved everything, and together forged several top-tier fifth-grade mid-level ghost treasures and a fifth-grade high-level demonic full-body armor for the mutated rock ghost king.
His magical treasures were thus greatly enhanced.
His strength also surged, even becoming comparable to some mid-to-high-level late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators.
Although the Rock Demon King was relatively docile, it was just as warlike as ordinary evil spirits at heart, and it was extremely fond of those ghost treasures.
"My lord, my ancestor, I am truly grateful for your help in refining those magical treasures."
“This servant will surely use the power of those magical treasures to protect you both in the future.”
The Rock Ghost King thanked Ling Pengyun and the Ghost Immortal Lamp.
"Alright, we'll see how you perform from now on."
Ling Pengyun said with a smile.
Afterwards, Ling Pengyun chatted briefly with the Ghost Immortal Lamp before returning to the Heavenly River Realm for quiet cultivation.
The Ghost Immortal Lamp then took the Rock Ghost King into its internal space, carefully nurtured it, and attempted to cultivate the other ordinary rock spirits and a small number of mutated spirits within its internal space.
Among them, the most talented were the mutated spirit ghosts.
Even a few of them have a slight chance of reaching the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm.
It just takes a lot of time to accumulate.
……
Some time passed.
This day.
Ancestor Xinghai and Elder Xingqing, a fifth-order superior array master, suddenly sought out Ling Pengyun.
According to the Star Sea Ancestor, he had been in the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm for over a thousand years.
During this period, he also gained a lot, obtaining a large amount of resources to help him.
His cultivation speed is extremely fast. He has even reached the peak of the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm, and his foundation has been honed to its limit.
In addition, he had a broad vision and began planning his attempt to reach the peak of the Nascent Soul stage early on.
His luck was also good; he obtained just as many high-level breakthrough spiritual items as Ling Pengyun, about five or six of them, which could at least increase his chances of breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage by 50% to 60%.
Moreover, it has a good foundation.
Its overall breakthrough probability reaches as high as 70%, which is quite good.
Furthermore, as time goes by, the once-in-a-millennium Limitless Storm in the ancient Ghost Realm will begin in less than ten years, at which time great chaos is bound to ensue.
Ancestor Xinghai then planned to attempt an attack immediately. If this succeeded, the Cangxuan lineage's plans for that place would proceed more smoothly.
However, this matter requires a lot of spiritual energy, and it is best to break through in a relatively safe place.
Otherwise, if someone disturbs you, everything will be over.
He then planned to seek the help of the trusted Ling Pengyun, Elder Xingqing, and other powerful figures from Xinghai Pavilion to protect him, and to break through within Demon Rock Mountain.
After all, there is a very good fifth-grade high-quality spiritual vein in the Demon Rock Mountain, with a very good spiritual energy intensity, which can barely meet the requirements for breakthrough.
Moreover, the Vajra Demon Rock Secret Realm where it is located is also protected by a fifth-order high-grade formation set up by the Ling family, making it relatively safe.
In addition, Ling Pengyun is extremely powerful.
Even if those Nascent Soul cultivators at the peak of their Nascent Soul stage in the Heavenly River Realm notice the anomaly, it would probably be difficult for them to disrupt the matter.
“But that Demon Rock Mountain is, after all, under your command, Peng Yun, while I, and even the other powerful members of the Cangxuan lineage, are only temporarily residing here.”
"That's why I specifically sought you out, wanting to discuss this matter with you. I wonder if you would be willing to lend me this place temporarily?"
"Of course, I won't let you help me for nothing; this is the rent."
After explaining in detail, Ancestor Xinghai took out many high-level spiritual items from his storage bag as rent.
"Let's leave the matter of those spiritual objects of our ancestor aside; there's no need for such formalities between us."
"As for borrowing Demon Rock Mountain, that's easy to say. Ancestor, you can take it whenever you need it."
"Furthermore, Ancestor, you can rest assured that during your breakthrough, the entire clan will protect you."
Upon hearing this, Ling Pengyun was overjoyed and repeatedly assured him.
Xinghai Laozu is a reliable person, and his relationship with Ling Pengyun is that of both teacher and friend.
Moreover, his strength is formidable. If he can reach the peak of the Nascent Soul stage, his strength will likely be even more extraordinary, and he may even grow into an existence like the Radiant Star Dao Lord.
This matter will be of extraordinary benefit to the future development of the Cangxuan lineage.
He was extremely willing to help.
"With Pengyun's words, I am relieved."
Upon seeing this, the Star Sea Ancestor felt relieved.
Afterwards, Ancestor Xinghai discussed the matter of breaking through to the next realm with Ling Pengyun.
They also looked at the experience books left by the predecessors of the Yinming Demon Sect and other forces that had been destroyed in the past, who had reached the peak of the Nascent Soul stage.
"Pengyun, I'll be troubling you these next few days."
After everything was settled, Ancestor Xinghai went into seclusion in a cave dwelling rich in spiritual energy within Demon Rock Mountain.
"This junior wishes you, Ancestor, success in reaching the pinnacle of the Divine Transformation Realm."
Ling Pengyun said expectantly.
He then, together with Elder Xingqing, summoned all the cultivators in the Demon Rock Mountain to the mountain range.
He then gathered together all the cultivators within the secret realm to protect the Star Sea Ancestor.
In an instant, a thick, murderous aura permeated the entire Vajra Demon Rock Secret Realm.
In addition, among those cultivators were many powerful family members, as well as a large number of powerful individuals from other forces within the Cangxuan lineage.
Although the other powerful forces of the Cangxuan lineage also have many high-level spiritual lands in the Tianhe Realm.
But those sacred sites are scattered in various places.
If they scatter to different places, they might inadvertently expose the news of the Cangxuan Realm.
Ling Pengyun then temporarily gathered them all inside the Demon Rock Mountain.
At this moment, when the group of Cangxuan lineage experts learned that the Star Sea Ancestor was about to go into seclusion, they were extremely cooperative.
Moreover, because they had a good relationship with the Star Sea Ancestor, they, like Ling Pengyun, secretly hoped for this.
"That Fellow Daoist Xinghai truly deserves to be hailed as the most talented among the older generation of cultivators in my Cangxuan Realm, and is even comparable to Fellow Daoist Pengyun."
"I didn't expect him to take this step so quickly."
"Moreover, upon closer examination, he is only a little over three thousand years old now, and he has also consumed some longevity-enhancing spiritual items, so he still has at least two or three thousand years before his death."
"Even if he fails this time, he will have enough time to recover from his injuries and try to attack again."
"..."
The late-stage Nascent Soul sword cultivator from the Righteous Path Alliance, 'Old Daoist Zhengyuan,' gazed at Demon Rock Mountain from afar, a hint of admiration and envy in his eyes.
He is older than the Star Sea Ancestor, but compared to the Star Sea Ancestor's current achievements, he is still far behind.
“Fellow Daoist Xinghai is truly a role model for our Cangxuan Realm. If he succeeds in breaking through this realm, he will set a precedent for our Cangxuan Realm.”
"..."
The Supreme Buddha Lord and other powerful figures of the Supreme Buddha Sect were secretly moved and somewhat excited.
In the past, no one in the Cangxuan Realm had ever reached the peak of the Nascent Soul stage.
Furthermore, although the Star Sea Ancestor achieved his current status by relying on the resources of the Heavenly River Realm.
But no matter what, he can be considered a cultivator from the Cangxuan Realm.
Moreover, it is one of the leading figures of the Cangxuan lineage established in the Cangxuan Realm.
If the Star Sea Ancestor's breakthrough is successful, it undoubtedly indicates that the other powerful members of the Cangxuan lineage also have a slim hope of reaching that level.
……
And as time goes by.
In a blink of an eye.
Several years passed.
This day.
At the summit of Demon Rock Mountain.
Inside a cave dwelling filled with spiritual energy.
"With everything prepared, it's time to try breaking through to the next level."
Ancestor Xinghai sat here in meditation for several years until he was in optimal condition before attempting to break through to the next realm.
But the path to the perfect Nascent Soul stage was more difficult than he had imagined.
It would be difficult for him to break through the bottleneck in a short time by relying solely on his own strength.
Fortunately, he had prepared five high-level breakthrough spiritual items in advance.
He then consumed all the spiritual items that had broken through his cultivation level.
His spiritual power, divine sense, and other abilities all rapidly improved, even temporarily reaching the perfect level of the Nascent Soul stage.
His breakthrough to the next realm went more smoothly, and he began to absorb the spiritual energy within Demon Rock Mountain without restraint.
Although that spiritual energy was extremely vast, under normal circumstances, he would definitely be burst apart by it.
But now, because of his strong spiritual sense and resilient meridians, that spiritual energy is unable to stir up any waves.
He quickly refined it, transforming it into a terrifying torrent of spiritual energy that continuously assaulted the solid bottleneck.
Boom boom! ! !
With a muffled thud, cracks gradually appeared on the bottleneck. (End of Chapter)