Chapter 222: The Second Hall, Chu Shen Jiang Wang; The Star Tree Under Pursuit

Can one attain Taiwei Yuan Shi through enlightenment?

Of course it is possible.

As a disciple of the Chan Sect, aspiring to attain Taiwei Yuan Shi is perfectly natural.

Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing encouraged Yu Ding Zhenren and Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi, then said: "Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi."

"Disciple is here!"

Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing smiled and asked: "In the past, Guang Guang Guang Cheng Zi joked that among the disciples of Tai Sha Tiangong, those within the Inner Cosmos would be inner disciples, while those outside the Inner Cosmos would be outer disciples."

"You are the embodiment of the Pure Dao, dwelling within a Yi-character-sized universe—truly part of the Inner Cosmos—and thus you must be an inner disciple of our sect."

"Do you agree?"

Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi replied respectfully: "Disciple agrees."

"Good!" Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing gestured, and two wondrous lights shot forth from Tai Sha Tiangong.

One wondrous light was formed from Xiao Xiao Qian Kun Yi-6.

In a world where nothing existed, matter was born at a speed surpassing normal evolution, forming endless ancient stars, manifesting as brilliant constellations.

Simultaneously, planets emerged, instantly skipping through tens of billions of years of evolution—mountains arose, oceans formed, and within the deep blue seas, life began to gestate.

Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing reforged the entire universe, gradually transforming it into a cave-heaven world, then finally into a jade tablet.

"What is this?" Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi took the jade tablet and saw three powerful, vigorous characters inscribed upon it: Zhongnan Mountain!

Through the jade tablet, He saw a cave dwelling wreathed in mist and clouds, with verdant pines and cypresses before its entrance.

This cave dwelling was: Yu Zhu Cave.

Seeing Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi's puzzled expression, Yu Ding Zhenren smiled faintly: "Previously, Yi-character-sized and Bing-character-sized universes were sealed off from each other—you never witnessed our manifestations as ghost-gods."

"This is a tradition of our Chan Sect: after transcendence, one must transform hell into a cave-heaven blessed land, and the sealing artifact into a divine weapon guarding the cave."

"You once dwelled in Xiao Xiao Qian Kun Yi-6—this universe is now your future cultivation ground!"

Upon hearing this, Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi suddenly understood.

"Our Chan Sect truly lives up to its reputation—it's unlike any other!"

Though He had once served as the Dao of a great world among the myriad realms and seen much, He had never before encountered such an unusual method of assigning cultivation grounds and treasures.

But once He recalled that the Chan Sect was founded within Tai Sha Tiangong—a "great prison"—Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi quickly accepted it.

The Chan Sect, at its core, is profoundly unorthodox.

"Disciple, what is the divine artifact that seals you?" Yu Ding Zhenren asked curiously.

Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi thought carefully: "I recall it was a Mirror of Divine Revelation."

As soon as He spoke, the second wondrous light landed in Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi's arms.

The two stared—indeed, it was a divine mirror.

Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing said: "With this object in hand, you can immobilize the divine soul of any spirit, emit divine light to see through an opponent's true form, and probe their secrets."

"It will serve as an excellent aid during your travels through Hong Huang."

Yu Ding Zhenren exclaimed in delight: "Wonderful treasure! Wonderful treasure!"

"The Tai Yi spirits shift forms endlessly, manifesting countless avatars—Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi, with this mirror, can partially counteract their nature and avoid being outmaneuvered."

Yu Ding Zhenren genuinely rejoiced for Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi.

Taiwei Yuan Shi's creations are always exceptional.

If the Master says this artifact can pierce a spirit's true form and reveal its secrets, then it certainly can.

If it fails, then there's nothing to say—the opponent's power far exceeds yours; just stay alert and avoid them.

"Moreover, I bestow upon you another item." As Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing spoke, the great gates of Wu Cheng Tian Gong swung open, and two wondrous lights—red and blue—twined together, forming a spirit treasure shaped like a flower basket.

Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing told Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi: "I perceive your deep yearning for the art of forging. This is the Water-Fire Flower Basket—it can release primordial water and fire; wielding it for forging artifacts or treasures will double your efficiency."

"Thank you, Master!" Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi respectfully accepted the Water-Fire Flower Basket.

"Of course, this artifact has other functions—you may explore them gradually," Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing said with a meaningful gaze at Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi.

Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi nodded: "Disciple will remember."

When Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing turned to Yu Ding Zhenren, He smiled: "Master, I have no need for forging artifacts—don't forget my origins?"

Yu Ding Zhenren's former form was Fei Mo Yan Qing Zhen Jun, whose protective spirit treasure was a primordial jade tripod.

In other words, when Yu Ding Zhenren chose his sect name, He used the name of His protective treasure.

"Very well," Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing said with slight regret.

Even the unorthodox spirit treasures couldn't be distributed.

After granting the cave-heaven and distributing the spirit treasures, Xiang Xiang Xiang Xuanqing began assigning duties to Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi.

He handed Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi a great seal—seven fen thick, three chi six cun long and wide, with a golden glass handle, inscribed with four grand characters.

These characters were neither primordial Dao script nor later true script.

They were a script exclusive to ghost-gods, possessing unfathomable power.

"Chu Shen Jiang Wang Seal."

With a flick of His divine sense, Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi saw within the seal a great hall.

An immensely vast hall, like a universe itself, immeasurably expansive.

The hall was composed of infinite laws, where indescribable Dao and principles wove through emptiness, dazzling the world—just a single ray of light could fill an entire world.

"The Second Hall."

Through this hall, Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi saw a throne shaped by countless You Ming laws.

Upon the desk before the throne lay a dragon robe, a royal sword, a jade gui, and a Ping Tian jade crown.

Seeing Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi granted the Yan Jun position, Yu Ding Zhenren was delighted: "Excellent! Excellent! Our You Ming has gained another great general!"

"Disciple, once you accept the throne, you cannot idle."

Yu Ding Zhenren winked at Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi: "Our Chan Sect is currently in dire need of talent—everyone is exhausting themselves for its growth; you've been liberated at the perfect moment!"

Among the Chan Sect's disciples, outer disciples serve as Demon Kings, while inner disciples serve as Yan Wangs.

【Lun Zhuan Wang】 Ju Liu Sun governs the small Yin World of Xuan Tai Xiao Xiao Qian Kun.

【Du Shi Wang】 Yu Ding Zhenren is forging the underworld of Wu Shang Chang Rong Heaven.

【Ping Deng Wang】 Guang Guang Guang Cheng Zi and 【Qin Guang Wang】 Chi Jing Zi frequently travel the myriad realms, helping Wang Chuan expand its tributaries, allowing soul-rivers to flow into the myriad worlds—a vast undertaking requiring more than a single day's effort.

【Taishan Wang】 Tai Yi Zhenren has officially taken residence in the Ghost Immortal Plane to forge a new underworld.

When Dong Hua Di Jun, the Immortal Emperor, met Tai Yi Zhenren, He was intensely envious, openly declaring full support for Tai Yi's work.

He even subtly hinted at granting Tai Yi Zhenren a noble title.

Dong Hua Di Jun had already prepared a title for Tai Yi Zhenren: Tai Yi Jiu Ku Tian Zun!

Had Tai Yi agreed, Dong Hua Di Jun would have loudly proclaimed it.

In short, except for Little Huang Long, who remains in You Ming to cultivate daily, all are busy.

Seeing Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi, freshly liberated, now burdened with such responsibility, Yu Ding Zhenren was overjoyed.

After receiving the 【Chu Shen Jiang Wang】 seal, Yun Yun Yun Zhong Zi solemnly declared: "For the great cause of the Chan Sect, disciple will spare no effort, exhaust every thought, and never slacken!"

The Zhou Tian starry sky, Southern Star Region.

After quiet development, the Qi Lin Clan has seized the Six Stars of Nan Dou.

These six stars are: Tian Fu Star, Tian Liang Star, Tian Ji Star, Tian Tong Star, Tian Xiang Star, and Qi Sha Star.

To show their importance, all six stars are jointly governed by the thirty-six Huang of the Qi Lin Clan.

For example, 【Tian Ji Xing Jun】 Bai Ze.

As for why it isn't Fu Xi.

Fu Xi himself declared: "I, Wu Ji Shen Jun, am merely the one who 'smashes and destroys'—the Qi Lin Clan's universally acknowledged supreme master of Tian Ji Dao—isn't Bai Ze the true master?"

Thus, Bai Ze was unanimously elevated to the position of 【Tian Ji Xing Jun】.

"Tian Fu Xing Jun, the Star Tree is fleeing toward you—hurry and intercept it!" Bai Ze's voice echoed into Tian Fu Shen Xing.

"What? You've found the Star Tree?" Tian Fu Xing Jun rejoiced.

He gazed into the void and saw six streaks of light chasing one another through the star-sea, racing toward Tian Fu Shen Xing.

"Perfect!"

Tian Fu Xing Jun roared, transforming into a divine figure clad in blue robes, drawing His divine sword and leaping from Tian Fu Shen Xing to slash at the void.

"Who are you?" The Star Tree took the form of a handsome youth; seeing His opponent, He did not dare delay, instantly unleashing a torrent of chaotic starlight.

"I am Tian Fu Xing Jun!"

"I've dwelled in the stars for so long—how could I not know of a Tian Fu Xing Jun?" The handsome youth stared coldly ahead.

"Boy, you know nothing yet!"

The five other Xing Jun arrived; Qi Sha Xing Jun, face twisted with malice, glared at the Star Tree: "Disciple, return with us—we won't mistreat you."

"Impossible!" The handsome youth swept His sleeve, releasing a wave of chaotic starlight.

"If you refuse to cooperate, don't blame us for using force!"

Qi Sha Xing Jun's swordlight trembled slightly, releasing a chilling blue radiance; the radiance churned, throwing the chaotic starlight into disarray.

He shifted slightly, appearing behind the youth.

As he moved, the sword struck—its blade a brilliant blue.

"Shhh!"

The handsome youth didn't even look—he reversed His hand and unleashed a wave of starlight, precisely blocking the sword's edge.

The swordlight disrupted the starlight; the starlight deflected the sword.

"Impressive technique!"

A heavenly sword vanished into yin and yang, striking straight for the boy's crown chakra.

A swirl of chaotic starlight appeared precisely above his head, blocking the killing blow once more.

"Shuu~~"

The next instant, the Star Tree's form vanished entirely.

"Still trying to run?"

With Bai Ze tracking its location, the Six Star Lords quickly caught up to the Star Tree.

"You're really annoying!" The handsome boy's face darkened with displeasure.

"Friend, just give in already!"

The Seven Kill Wubu Xingjun waved a star banner, its starlight illuminating the world.

Countless killing swords thrust forth—from boundless star rivers, endless spacetime, the four directions and eight poles.

The torrential swordlight dimmed heaven and earth.

The handsome boy met it with calm composure.

He shook his body, as if sprouting countless arms, each gripping a branch to block the sword strikes.

One against six, ten thousand hands against ten thousand swords.

"Boom!"

The sword tips pierced the chaotic starlight; the grand power of the Dao erupted like the splitting of heaven and earth, unleashing infinite energy that swept through the entire void.

Brilliant white divine light and dark black hues filled heaven and earth in an instant, drowning out the chaotic starlight.

"Cough… cough~~"

The handsome boy was blasted backward.

"You're pushing me too far!" The boy gritted his teeth and began calling for help.

Inside the Root Family Group Chat.

The Star Tree sent a message.

【Chen An: Family, I've been attacked!】

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