bookandnovel Chapter 176 Zhang Yuge: What Is The Use Of This Sacred Body (6000 Words)
Chapter 176 Zhang Yuge: What Is The Use Of This Sacred Body (6000 Words)
Chapter 176: Zhang Yuge's Song: What Use is this Sacred Body?
The enormous ark hovered above Vermilion Bird City.
Radiant immortal light covered its surface.
It continuously smoothed out the ripples in the surrounding void.
Amidst the rumbling sound, faint glimpses of the sun, moon, stars, and constellations could be seen in the sky, with mountains, rivers, and lakes reflected in the heavens.
It was incredibly magnificent and splendid, as if containing an entire world within it.
This was the Jade Balance Grotto-Heaven Saint Weapon - the Purgatory Ark!
There are differences between Saint Weapons.
Unlike Zhang Yuge's Thunderheart Seal, which leans towards offense, the Purgatory Ark is not focused on combat.
Although it possesses the power to suppress evil spirits, its main function is to suppress the luck of a certain area, making it an Immortal Gate treasure.
It will not be summoned unless it is a critical moment.
It is even less likely to be carried by the Immortal Gate prodigies like other Immortal Gate Saint Weapons.
Basically, the only opportunity for people to see it is when the Ancient Saint Academy opens once every eight hundred years.
...
Upon seeing the appearance of the ark, in Vermilion Bird City, a Nascent Soul stage Venerable quickly flew forward and bowed to the several old men at the bow of the ark, saying, "Senior Hao, you've finally arrived?"
The old man surnamed Hao looked at him puzzledly, "Didn't you say there was thunder?"
The Nascent Soul stage Venerable nodded, "Yes!"
The old man surnamed Hao asked, "Where is the thunder?"
The Nascent Soul stage Venerable touched his head, puzzled, "Yes, where is the thunder?"
The old man surnamed Hao blew his beard and said, "Why are you asking me?"
This Nascent Soul stage Venerable was also confused.
His reaction was considered quick.
When Zhang Yuge and Ji Zidian reached a point where they were uncontrollable, he had already sent a message to the higher-ups of the Immortal Alliance, informing them of the situation and requesting assistance.
However, everything happened too quickly.
From the shattering of the void and the surging thunderous tide pouring out from it, to the thunderstorm that could destroy the heavens and earth descending upon Vermilion Bird City.
It took only a dozen or so breaths of time.
Even though the old man surnamed Hao and the others did not linger for a moment.
They even used the Purgatory Ark directly, breaking through the void at an unimaginable speed to arrive in advance.
They were afraid of not being able to protect the future of this group of South State Immortal Alliance members.
But they still couldn't catch up.
However, in such a short period of time.
That terrifying thunderous tide actually disappeared directly!
To be honest.
This Nascent Soul stage Venerable still hasn't come to his senses.
He feels like he's dreaming.
His mind is in a daze.
...
After a while.
Under the questioning of the old man surnamed Hao and the others, he truthfully recounted what had just happened.
After listening, the several Astral Projection stage Almighties were dumbfounded.
The Dragon-Tiger Saint Child Zhang Yuge, who made a high-profile appearance, was actually suppressed by a girl from the Three Purities Thunder Lineage?
An Innate Thunder Spirit Body that controls thunder and lightning.
Encountering a rarely seen Innate Thunder Sacred Body that has appeared in a thousand years?
The two of them fought fiercely, and even though Zhang Yuge clearly had higher cultivation, more experience, and a more mature path, they were evenly matched and couldn't surpass each other.
Just this segment alone.
It is already highly dramatic.
If it were to spread, it would be enough to make the entire South State cultivation world turn it into a play and sing it for dozens or even hundreds of years.
However, there is even more absurdity to come.
When the two of them fought to the point where they caused thunder to appear in the sky and couldn't control the situation.
A seemingly harmless person, with average cultivation, nothing special except for being good-looking, sweet-talking, and thick-skinned, stepped forward as a representative of the Three Purities Divination Lineage.
With just a few words.
They directly made the thunderous tide retreat!
No way...
Are you serious?
They can't accept that there are some hidden talents in the cultivation world who are usually unknown but actually have the potential to become dragons.
Such characters have appeared many times in the history of the cultivation world.
If you were to say that among the true disciples of the Dragon-Tiger Immortal Gate, or among the other true disciples of the Three Purities Thunder Lineage, there was a dark horse.
They would still be surprised.
But at most, they would exclaim that a great era is coming, with outstanding geniuses, and say that this person has the potential to become a Great Emperor.
However...
The Three Purities Divination Lineage...
Is this a mistake?
It doesn't match their expertise!
Especially for these Astral Projection stage experts, most of whom are older and have personally experienced how the Three Purities Immortal Gate went from extreme prosperity to extreme decline.
They have a very poor impression of the Divination Lineage.
They can't form a mental image in their minds.
They just feel that it's absurd!
Especially for the Astral Projection stage experts from the Dragon-Tiger Immortal Gate, they can't accept it.
With thunder jumping all over their bodies.
Roaring and shouting, constantly saying, "Impossible, absolutely impossible! How could my Saint Child be inferior to a charlatan from the Three Purities Divination Lineage?"
...
However.
Facts speak louder than words.
No matter how unbelievable they find it.
The truth is the truth.
All the members of the Immortal Alliance present affirmed this statement with certainty.
They could only accept it.
One Almighty couldn't help but complain, "Damn, is the successor of the Divination Lineage really so mysterious?"
Another Astral Projection period Almighty from the Compassionate Grotto-Heaven said with a serious expression, "The charlatans of the Divination Lineage have always liked to play tricks! But it cannot be denied that there are also many genuine individuals among them!"
"Yes, when the Three Purities were flourishing, the Divination Lineage was also prosperous. It is obviously impossible for them to have nothing genuine!"
Shen Buxing said coldly, "Although that's true, it is more harmful than beneficial to have contact with people from the Divination Lineage. We still need to warn those little brats to stay away from them! If they get tricked... it will be too late for regrets!"
The others also thought of the fate of the Three Purities Immortal Gate and couldn't help but shudder.
What you say makes sense!
Only the old man with the surname Hao from the Jade Balance Grotto-Heaven didn't speak. Instead, he looked at Wang Xiu with a curious gaze, constantly sizing him up.
I wonder what he's thinking.
...
Below.
The geniuses of the major forces were watching the show.
Suddenly.
The communication token at their waist buzzed.
They opened it and saw that it was a mass message from their elders.
The content was similar, with the same meaning: "The intentions of the Divination Lineage are unclear, stay away from Wang Xiu!"
Some of them were extreme.
The tone and wording were even more severe, with phrases like "May the Divination Lineage be struck by lightning" and "May the ancestors of the charlatans be restless."
Many young geniuses' expressions changed instantly.
They looked at each other.
They could see the confusion in each other's eyes.
They felt that Senior Brother (Senior Sister) Wang Xiu was a good person!
He was good-looking, kind to others, and spoke well.
Clearly, he had a greater understanding of thunder techniques than even the Dragon-Tiger Saint Child, but he never showed off. Instead, he always talked and laughed with them, like a family member.
No...
Even as family, Wang Xiu was kinder to them than anyone else!
They could genuinely feel it.
Wang Xiu... sincerely wanted them to become better.
Even if he boasted about some incredible things.
Wang Xiu also looked at them with an encouraging gaze.
This touched them deeply.
But why would their senior martial brothers and sisters issue such a warning and command to them?
...
On the other side.
Wang Xiu was still lecturing Ji Zidian.
"Do you understand your mistake?"
"I understand~"
"Will you dare to do it again next time?"
"I won't dare~"
"Not a moment of peace! From now on, when it's time to be shameless, be shameless. Do you understand?"
"Oh my~ Alright, senior, I know I was wrong. I won't make you worry again next time, okay~"
Ji Zidian clung to Wang Xiu's arm and acted coquettishly, her eyes seemingly electrifying.
Feeling the firm pressure on her arm.
Wang Xiu couldn't help but become tough: "I'll believe you this time!"
Just then.
Zhang Yuge came behind Wang Xiu and awkwardly coughed twice.
Wang Xiu turned around upon hearing the sound, slightly stunned, then immediately smiled, showing concern as he shook his hand: "It's Senior Zhang! I've heard about Senior Zhang being the Dragon Tiger Saint Child... Your mastery of thunder techniques is truly unmatched among the younger generation! Today, seeing you in person, it's indeed well-deserved praise. Your elegance is extraordinary and admirable! As for my junior sister, she's young and doesn't know any better, she didn't hurt you, did she? I apologize on her behalf!"
Listening to these words.
Zhang Yuge's face turned pale and green.
Feeling inexplicably strange.
If Wang Xiu had said this to him before this battle, Zhang Yuge would have slightly despised such flattery but still felt a bit pleased.
After all, everyone likes to hear compliments.
But now, when Wang Xiu said these words, it felt like he was rubbing a big foot on Zhang Yuge's face, making loud noises!
Wow.
Your junior sister just crossed an entire realm and had a difficult battle with me.
And now you're showing off your incredible mastery of controlling thunder and lightning in front of me.
And then you praise my thunder techniques!
The number one among the younger generation!
Why does this sound so discordant?
But Wang Xiu's expression and tone were particularly serious.
Those eyes were like clear lake water.
A single glance could see through everything.
Without any hidden thoughts.
This made Zhang Yuge feel even more guilty and unable to bear it.
He felt extremely embarrassed and waved his hands repeatedly: "No, no, no, Yuge is still lacking in knowledge and has a long way to go! What... the number one among the younger generation in thunder techniques, that's just a joke among friends, it can't be taken seriously! My junior sister possesses the Innate Thunder Sacred Body, which is unique and pure! Surpassing me is only a matter of time! And in front of Brother Wang, my meager thunder techniques are even more insignificant!"
Saying this.
Zhang Yuge's face showed a bitter smile.
Indeed.
The master was right.
There will never be a lack of geniuses in this world.
He had lived for so many years carrying the title of the number one in thunder techniques among the younger generation.
But now, for the first time in front of the world's prodigies, he encountered two existences even more monstrous than himself in succession.
Thinking back to his past arrogance and conceit.
It's really fucking ignorant!
Shameful!
When Wang Xiu saw Zhang Yuge's state, he immediately thought it was not good.
This brother... seems to have been hit too hard.
His Dao heart is becoming unstable!
This won't do!
The second-ranked genius on the Gold Core List, his potential is quite astonishing.
In the future, he will definitely become a prominent figure.
If he becomes dispirited now,
Won't he lose someone who can boast about being Almighty, or even a Holy Lord in the future?
I need to comfort him!
...
Thinking of this,
Wang Xiu took out a sandalwood made from Netherworld Leaf from his storage ring.
Snap!
He snapped his fingers.
The sandalwood was lit.
The refreshing fragrance that made people forget their worries and relaxed their minds spread in the air.
Zhang Yuge asked in confusion, "Brother Wang, what are you doing?"
"Don't speak for now," Wang Xiu interrupted him and shouted towards the crowd, tilting his neck back, "Senior Qin!"
In the crowd, Qin Guangling was stunned, "Huh?"
Wang Xiu said, "Play a tune! Something light-hearted!"
Qin Guangling didn't understand what Wang Xiu was doing.
But he still took out his own qin, sat down in place, and started playing.
Soon,
A series of lively notes entered Zhang Yuge's ears.
Accompanied by the faint scent of sandalwood.
It instantly dissipated a lot of the gloom in Zhang Yuge's heart.
Then, Wang Xiu smiled and looked at Zhang Yuge, his voice as warm as a spring breeze, "Senior Zhang, do you know what the essence of thunder and lightning is?"
The essence of thunder and lightning?
If it were in the past, Zhang Yuge could answer this question even with his eyes closed.
But when Wang Xiu asked this question,
He couldn't be sure.
He was worried that his answer would seem low-end, or even ridiculous.
So he shook his head and said, "Please enlighten me, Brother Wang!"
Wang Xiu looked at him and said softly, "Actually, the answer is what you have in your heart! Yin and yang combine to form thunder, and it surges to become lightning!"
Zhang Yuge fell into a slight silence.
Wang Xiu continued, "The path of thunder is the most fierce and domineering Dao in this world! Without a Dao heart that surges upwards, daring to overcome all difficulties and obstacles, it is impossible to go far on this path no matter what!
I can feel that Senior Zhang used to have such a Dao heart!
But now, why is it slowly disappearing?
Do you think that my junior sister, who possesses the Innate Thunder Sacred Body, has more talent and potential on this path than you?
So, have you developed the intention to retreat?"
Zhang Yuge bit her lip and said, "Isn't that right?"
Wang Xiu smiled lightly and said, "What does Senior Zhang think my physique is?"
"You?" Zhang Yuge was stunned for a moment, then carefully examined Wang Xiu, only to be astonished to find that she couldn't sense any trace of a thunder attribute physique from him.
It seemed that he wasn't even a Thunder Spirit Body.
Just an ordinary person.
But how could that be?
Zhang Yuge didn't dare to confirm her judgment and shook her head, saying, "Yuge has limited knowledge and is unable to recognize Senior Wang's non-Mortal Physique!"
Wang Xiu laughed and said, "Senior Zhang, there's no need to be modest. Just as you have perceived, I am just an ordinary person! Not to mention a Sacred Body, I am far inferior to Senior Zhang's Thunder Spirit Body!"
Hearing Wang Xiu's admission, Zhang Yuge's surprise couldn't be contained any longer and she exclaimed, "That's impossible!"
Wang Xiu said confidently, "Nothing is impossible! Senior Zhang, we just discussed the essence of thunder and lightning. Now I ask you... what is the true meaning of the path of thunder?"
Zhang Yuge shook her head again.
Wang Xiu said, "Four words - Man Conquers Heaven!"
"Man Conquers Heaven?" Zhang Yuge didn't understand.
"That's right!" Wang Xiu continued, "When cultivators reach the peak of Saint Manifestation, they need to undergo a tribulation to ascend further. But have you ever wondered why it's specifically Thunder Tribulation and not Wind Tribulation, Fire Tribulation, or Water Tribulation?"
Zhang Yuge fell into silence and remained speechless for a long time.
Wang Xiu spoke again, "The heavens obstruct the path with thunder, only by shattering the thunder can one achieve enlightenment and become an immortal! That is the essence of the path of thunder..."
...
Upon hearing this, above the void, Shen Buxing sneered, "Absurd, it's simply ridiculous!"
Beside him, an old man surnamed Hao said softly, "But your Saint Child was indeed surpassed by his Mortal Physique!"
"... " Shen Buxing had no words to refute and gritted his teeth, saying, "Even so, his theory doesn't hold water at all. Only a fool would believe it!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Yuge's excited voice came from below, "Brother Wang, are you saying that thunder... is inherently inferior and should be trampled upon in order to reach the pinnacle of the Thunder Great Dao?"
Wang Xiu: "..."
Did I mean that?
He was momentarily stunned but maintained a serious expression on his face and said, "Senior Zhang truly has extraordinary comprehension!"
To the sound of light music.
Amidst the fragrance of sandalwood.
Zhang Yuge's brain raced, and excitement gradually appeared on her face, "If the Thunder Great Dao is like this, then the physique is also like this... all these Spirit Bodies and Sacred Bodies are nothing but illusions! As long as the Dao heart is strong, even the Nine Heavens Divine Thunder will obediently listen..."
Just like Senior Wang Xiu, even though he has an ordinary Mortal Physique, he can easily control the thunder!
Wang Xiu nodded in satisfaction, "It seems that Senior Zhang has understood!"
The sound of the qin became more urgent.
Chaotic like a torrential rain, stirring one's mind and spirit.
Zhang Yuge was filled with excitement, "In that case, this Thunder Spirit Body is not a help to me, but a burden... What use is it to me? I might as well abandon it and follow Senior Wang's example!"
With a determined look in his eyes, he raised his hand, gathered his spiritual power, and was about to strike his own dantian.
Damn it!
"What the hell! How dare you deceive our Saint Child with your nonsense! I'm going to kill this charlatan!" Shen Buxing was startled and was about to take action without hesitation.
He was extremely puzzled.
What happened to their Saint Child?
Just heard a few words?
Are you going to destroy your Spirit Body?
Is your brain fried?
Obviously, without witnessing the scene just now, he cannot understand... Wang Xiu's position in Zhang Yuge's heart at this moment.
That is a presence that completely overwhelms him on the Thunder Path.
Even looking up to him is difficult to achieve.
However, in the next second...
The old man surnamed Hao from the Jade Balance Grotto-Heaven frowned and stopped him, pointing below and saying, "Don't panic! Take another look..."
...
Below.
Wang Xiu saw Zhang Yuge's actions and his pupils contracted, thinking that something was not right.
This guy, he really learned the Thunder Method?
Just a few words?
And his mindset collapsed?
Did it explode?
With his complete understanding of the Thunder Path through the Thunder Dao True Solution, he could see at a glance where Zhang Yuge's cultivation went wrong.
He intended to remind Zhang Yuge.
And help him regain his confidence.
But...
He didn't even finish speaking.
This guy was busy destroying himself!
If he really destroys himself, won't the Dragon-Tiger Immortal Gate have to fight Wang Xiu?
"Wait—"
Wang Xiu flashed in front of Zhang Yuge and grabbed his wrist, saying, "Senior Zhang, don't be impulsive!"
Zhang Yuge struggled and said, "Brother Wang, don't stop me! I want to progress, I want to become stronger, I am the Dragon-Tiger Saint Child, I have a reason to become stronger..."
He became more and more excited.
His struggle became more and more intense.
Wang Xiu was puzzled, how did he become even more excited?
He turned his head and saw Qin Guangling playing the piano passionately, shaking his head and completely immersed in it.
No wonder!
Who wouldn't get carried away by this background music?
His mouth twitched and he quickly said, "Stop playing!"
Qin Guangling was really into it.
Upon hearing this, it was like interrupting a task halfway and forcing him to pull up his pants.
He reluctantly stopped.
Still wanting more.
The music stopped.
Wang Xiu flicked his finger and extinguished the burning incense.
Then he said seriously, "To truly triumph over the heavens, it is not about abandoning everything that God has given you! It is about indifference, not caring... It is about being able to move forward regardless of what God gives you or doesn't give you...
You can still stand where you want to stand!
If you want to abolish your Thunder Spirit Body, it means you still care, you are worried that the existence of the Thunder Spirit Body will prevent you from reaching the pinnacle of the Thunder Great Dao!
This kind of worry is actually still fear!"
"The true strong do not care about these things, do you understand?"
Upon hearing Wang Xiu's words, Zhang Yuge's struggling movement indeed stopped, and a pensive look appeared in his eyes.
Then, an unprecedented brilliance burst forth from his eyes.
"So that's it! So this is the true meaning of the Thunder Great Dao..."
He laughed heartily, and his aura surged. Countless thunder spread out, transforming into giant pythons and thunderous serpents, lurking beneath his feet.
At this moment, Zhang Yuge's Thunder Great Dao reached a higher level, the First Layer of heaven!
...
"Hiss~"
"Zhang Yuge actually made a breakthrough?"
"Oh my god!"
"The Dragon-Tiger Immortal Gate's Innate Qi Divine Thunder is divided into twelve layers. It is said that Zhang Yuge has already reached perfection in the Ninth Layer and has stayed there for three years. Some experts predicted that he would break through to the Tenth Layer within three years after entering the Saint Academy."
"I didn't expect... it would happen earlier?"
"In that case, Zhang Yuge is expected to truly cultivate the Innate Qi Divine Thunder to the state of great perfection within a hundred years!"
"Oh my god, I thought Wang Xiu was just talking nonsense and fooling him! I didn't expect that there would actually be something substantial!"
"Wang Xiu's comprehension of the Thunder Great Dao has reached a profound level! A few seemingly casual words have greatly benefited Zhang Yuge. It's truly astonishing!"
Around them, the geniuses of various major forces were dumbfounded.
In mid-air, Zhuge Changsheng looked at the scene below with envy. "Senior Zhang is truly fortunate. After breaking through his Dao Heart, he received guidance from a master and reached a higher level!"
Li Xuanqi slowly put away the Sun-Moon Golden Wheel and pursed her lips. "This descendant of the Divination Lineage is indeed interesting! He has a close relationship with the Thunder Lineage's little princess, yet he openly gave guidance to the Dragon-Tiger Saint Child in front of so many people... Is there really such a magnanimous person in this world?"
Li Xuanqi's voice was not concealed, and many geniuses around heard it, instantly realizing.
That's right!
The Dragon-Tiger Immortal Gate and the Three Purities Thunder Lineage, even if they are not archenemies, they are old rivals.
How could Wang Xiu still give guidance to the Dragon-Tiger Immortal Gate's Saint Child?
...
"He... can also make a breakthrough?"
Above, the Almighties looked at each other.
The old man surnamed Hao pondered and said, "It seems that this descendant of the Divination Lineage indeed has remarkable attainments in thunder techniques. With just a few words, he was able to reshape the Dragon-Tiger Saint Child's Dao Heart on the verge of collapse and reach a higher level! The Three Purities is still the Three Purities, truly hiding dragons and crouching tigers!"
Another Almighty said, "Not only that, as a disciple of the Three Purities, to give guidance to the Dragon-Tiger Saint Child with such magnanimity, regardless of whether there are other plans, just this level of vision and courage surpasses countless peers!"
"I don't know if it surpasses countless peers, but it is definitely much stronger than certain people!"
The old man surnamed Hao looked teasingly at the side, "Don't you think so, old Shen? Eh, where is he?"
He turned his head and directly froze.
At some point, Shen Buxing had hidden to the side, took out a communication token, and whispered, "Saint Child, I didn't send that message just now. I accidentally stepped on a dog... I think this descendant of the Divination Lineage is worth befriending. How about you become sworn brothers with him? I think it's a good idea!"
Everyone: "???"
...
(End of this chapter)