Chapter 197: Spirit Fusion Lineage In Shock! Ji Qing Suppresses The Thirteen Meridians, Helps Bai Xi Achieve Dao Gestation!
“In the second trial, Ji Qing encountered the ferocious beast Taotie… He unleashed a punch of extreme sublimation, and Taotie was annihilated. Ji Qing successfully passed the second trial!”
“We three observers unanimously rated it as ‘perfect’.”
“Boom.”
As soon as the words fell, in the Spirit Fusion Great Hall, countless burning gazes fell upon Ji Qing.
They knew very well what the ferocious beast “Taotie” in the Martial Dao Seal signified.
They also knew what the so-called “punch of extreme sublimation” meant.
To defeat “Taotie,” there was only one possibility.
Power that breaks through the boundaries of Spirit Transformation and Void Glimpse! Reaching a point where it could distort rules.
Only then could Taotie be defeated.
And Ji Qing did it.
If Ji Qing were a Martial God, while still shocking, it wouldn’t have made these terrifying existences so stunned.
But Ji Qing was merely a Martial Saint.
And still a Martial Saint from a secluded Inner World.
Ji Qing had effectively unleashed power that transcended “two realms.”
How astonishing was that?
“A Peerless Heavenly Talent! This is a Peerless Heavenly Talent from the Black Ruins!”
A cultivator who seemed to be hidden in the mist shouted loudly.
His voice was filled with fervent emotion.
In the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, or rather, for those from the Outer Domain, they preferred to call the Outer Domain “Black Ruins.”
There were many geniuses in the Black Ruins, above geniuses were Heavenly Talents, and then there were Top Heavenly Talents, and peerless Heavenly Talents.
And now, “Peerless Heavenly Talent.”
But regardless of what they were called, in the eyes of these terrifying existences whose appearances couldn’t even be discerned, Ji Qing was the most top-tier Heavenly Talent of the Spirit Fusion Lineage, and even the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory!
Without exception!
This was simply because Ji Qing’s performance in the first and second trials of the Martial Dao Seal had been too perfect.
Considering all the Core Disciples of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, and even Core Disciples from history, none had performed better in the first and second trials than Ji Qing.
How could Ji Qing’s performance not drive the Elders of the Spirit Fusion Lineage wild?
“What about the third trial?”
“Canopus, quickly tell us about his Mind, is it above First Realm Seventh Order?”
“It’s impossible that it’s First Realm Tenth Stage Perfection, right?”
“Could it be Second Realm Clarity of Mind and Seeing True Nature?”
Seeing Canopus remain silent for so long, everyone felt increasingly surprised.
Some were even speculating that Ji Qing’s Mind was at the Second Realm.
Ji Qing glanced at Canopus.
He knew that Canopus had set the expectations too high.
What to do now?
It was a difficult situation to back out of…
Canopus immediately said, “Ji Qing quickly passed the third trial’s Mind test, and his Mind also reached the pinnacle of the mortal realm! Therefore, we immediately sent Ji Qing back to the Purgatory Realm and to the Spirit Fusion Lineage.”
“Esteemed Elders, Martial Saint Ji Qing, will your Spirit Fusion Lineage accept him?”
Every word Canopus spoke was true.
It was just a matter of “avoiding the important and dwelling on the trivial.”
These Elders of the Spirit Fusion Lineage had lived for an unknown number of years; how could they not see through such a trick?
Clearly, they realized that Ji Qing’s performance in the third trial was not very good.
“Canopus, honestly, what exactly is Ji Qing’s Mind?”
“Even First Realm Fifth Stage would be acceptable.”
Venerable Canopus smiled slightly and said, “Ji Qing’s Mind is at First Realm Second Order! However, esteemed Elders, consider it from another perspective: if Ji Qing, with only First Realm Second Order Mind, could defeat ‘Taotie’ by mobilizing only twenty percent of his strength, then how powerful must Ji Qing’s Strength truly be? With such Physical Body talent, perhaps even young divine beasts and ferocious beasts wouldn’t be his match. Among us Human Race Martial Artists, which one possesses such terrifying Physical Body strength?”
“With Ji Qing nurtured by the Spirit Fusion Lineage, if his Mind Realm can improve, his Combat Power will be so strong it will suppress countless Heavenly Talents in the Black Ruins! Even among the other twelve lineages, which Core Disciple at the same realm could be Ji Qing’s opponent?”
Canopus’s words elucidated one point.
The lower the Mind Realm, the greater the potential.
If nurtured properly, it would further prove the profound Foundation of the Spirit Fusion Lineage and make Ji Qing more devoted.
However, after Venerable Canopus finished speaking, not a single Elder spoke.
It was as if the people who had just shouted “Peerless Heavenly Talent” had vanished.
In the Spirit Fusion Great Hall, naturally, no one had disappeared.
They had simply fallen silent.
Utter silence.
“Second… Second Order Mind?”
Finally, someone spoke.
However, the tone suggested disbelief.
How could it be Second Order Mind?
Moreover, how could a Second Order Mind possess such powerful Physical Body?
This defied common sense!
Little did they know that Ji Qing’s Physical Body was not inherently that strong but a result of various fortuitous encounters.
It was mainly due to cultivating Physical Body Martial Arts using Origin Points.
He also obtained a total of two Martial Dao Origins while climbing the Martial Dao Mountain.
Thus, Ji Qing’s Physical Body became this powerful.
But as for his Mind…
The Desolate Realm didn’t even have a Mind system, so Ji Qing had no way to strengthen his Mind.
Of course, he could enhance his Mind through the method of “Use My Heart to Replace Heaven’s Heart.”
Currently, his Mind was at First Realm Third Order.
But Ji Qing remained silent.
What significant difference could Third Order make compared to Second Order?
Therefore, he was also waiting.
Waiting for the Spirit Fusion Lineage to make a decision.
If the Spirit Fusion Lineage did not accept him, he could try his luck with the other twelve lineages.
“Good child… it’s just that your Mind talent is a bit lacking, isn’t it? My Spirit Fusion Lineage is willing to accept you. But you must understand that cultivating the Mind is very difficult, and there are no specific methods. It can only be improved through various enlightenments.”
“If your Mind cannot reach the Second Realm, then you will not be able to reach the Divine Ability Realm!”
“If a Core Disciple of the Spirit Fusion Lineage cannot even reach the Divine Ability Realm, the pressure you will face will be immense! Therefore, my Spirit Fusion Lineage is willing to accept you, and in turn, Ji Qing, are you willing to become a Core Disciple of the Spirit Fusion Lineage?”
The speaker was an Old Man.
As soon as he appeared, all the other Elders bowed in unison and said, “Greetings, Lineage Master!”
It turned out this Old Man was the Lineage Master of the Spirit Fusion Lineage.
As for how high his cultivation was, Ji Qing didn’t know.
But to be the Lineage Master of the Spirit Fusion Lineage, his cultivation must be incredibly terrifying.
This “Lineage Master” did not have an arrogant or condescending tone.
Instead, he had kind eyes, like an ordinary old man.
Now the Lineage Master had given him a choice.
Was he willing to join the Spirit Fusion Lineage?
It was important to note that the Spirit Fusion Lineage was one of the Upper Three Meridians, and by joining it, Ji Qing would indeed face greater pressure.
However, pressure?
Ji Qing never cared about such pressure.
So what if his Mind was lacking?
He had Origin Points, and he would surely find a way to improve his “Mind.”
So…
“I am willing to join the Spirit Fusion Lineage!”
Ji Qing spoke.
“Good!”
“Ji Qing, release a wisp of your Spirit and imprint it into our Spirit Fusion Lineage registry. From this moment on, you will be a Core Disciple of the Spirit Fusion Lineage! You will enjoy all the benefits of a Core Disciple of the Spirit Fusion Lineage!”
Ji Qing immediately released a wisp of his Spirit.
The Lineage Master took out a round Jade Plate, then waved his hand, merging Ji Qing’s Spirit into the round Jade Plate.
This was his entry into the Spirit Fusion Lineage registry!
Canopus, Hunyi, and Shangheng immediately bowed to Ji Qing and said, “Congratulations, Your Highness, congratulations Your Highness, on becoming a Core Disciple of the Spirit Fusion Lineage!”
Once Ji Qing was entered into the Spirit Fusion Lineage registry, even Venerables Canopus, Hunyi, and Shangheng were now of lower status than Ji Qing and dared not address him by name directly, instead referring to him as “Your Highness.”
“Your Highness, we three volunteer ourselves and request to serve under your command!”
Strike while the iron is hot.
The three immediately voiced their request.
Ji Qing was slightly taken aback.
He was still completely in the dark about everything.
Why were Venerables Canopus, Hunyi, and Shangheng willing to pledge their allegiance so readily?
Even if they were outer disciples, they were still Venerables of the Divine Ability Realm.
Just one of them was enough to sweep across the Desolate Realm.
And yet, all three were offering their service to him, a mere Martial Saint.
The Lineage Master, however, seemed unfazed and said meaningfully, “Are you three certain you wish to follow Ji Qing? Know this, Ji Qing’s Mind talent is not high, and there is a certain possibility that he may not even reach the Divine Ability Realm in the future. If you pledge your allegiance now, you will not be able to change your allegiance later.”
Canopus and the other two exchanged glances, then gritted their teeth and replied with resolute expressions, “Lineage Master, we personally witnessed Your Highness pass the Martial Dao Seal. We did not exaggerate the first or second trials in any way. As for Mind talent… we believe Your Highness will surely catch up later and compensate for his shortcomings in Mind Realm.”
The Lineage Master nodded, “It is rare for you to be so devoted. Ji Qing, every Core Disciple of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory forms their own retinue to assist them with trivial matters. Therefore, whether to accept these three is up to you.”
Ji Qing roughly understood.
“Accept them!”
Ji Qing immediately nodded.
He knew that Canopus and the three might be seizing an opportunity.
However, these three had indeed left a good impression on Ji Qing, and he understood the principle of using the familiar over the new.
As a newcomer, he was completely ignorant of the Purgatory Realm and the Spirit Fusion Lineage. With Canopus and the three assisting him, Ji Qing would undoubtedly be able to adapt to the situation in the Purgatory Realm and the Spirit Fusion Lineage quickly.
At this time, their willingness to pledge allegiance was naturally welcomed by Ji Qing.
“Greetings, Your Highness!”
Venerables Canopus, Hunyi, and Shangheng were overjoyed and immediately bowed to Ji Qing.
Following Ji Qing was a decision they had long discussed.
Regardless of whether Ji Qing joined the Spirit Fusion Lineage or one of the other twelve lineages, they would choose to follow him.
“Ji Qing, our Spirit Fusion Lineage is one of the Upper Three Meridians, renowned for our powerful combat strength, always sweeping away opponents of the same rank! Even if your Mind talent is a bit weak, you must not abandon the traditions of our Spirit Fusion Lineage.”
“Alright, you are now a Core Disciple, and you will naturally be assigned your own independent Cave Dwelling. You may go now.”
“Thank you, Lineage Master!”
Ji Qing then left the Spirit Fusion Great Hall.
Following behind him were Canopus, Hunyi, and Shangheng.
“My Cave Dwelling…”
Ji Qing still didn’t know where his Cave Dwelling was located.
However, Venerable Canopus immediately said, “Your Highness, please leave these trivial matters to us.”
“Good, then I will trouble the three Venerables.”
Venerable Canopus immediately went to inquire about the location of Ji Qing’s Cave Dwelling.
In just a short moment, Canopus had found out.
“Your Highness, your Cave Dwelling is at… Ninth Peak!”
“Good, lead the way.”
Thus, Ji Qing and the three Venerables Canopus, Hunyi, and Shangheng flew towards Ninth Peak.
Soon, the group of four arrived on Ninth Peak.
The Cave Dwelling on Ninth Peak was a magnificent Palace.
It occupied almost the entire mountaintop.
As Ji Qing walked into the Palace, he immediately sensed something different.
“This Palace is actually a Grotto-heaven?”
Ji Qing was somewhat surprised.
A Grotto-heaven!
It wasn’t just any ordinary Grotto-heaven.
Compared to the Grotto-heaven on Ninth Peak, Tianqing Grotto-Heaven was simply not worth mentioning.
As expected of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory; these cultivation conditions were also top-tier in the Outer Domain.
Especially since Ji Qing was a Core Disciple of the Spirit Fusion Lineage, his treatment was among the highest levels within the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory.
Ji Qing sat in the Great Hall of the Ninth Peak Grotto-heaven.
Below him were Venerable Canopus, Venerable Hunyi, and Venerable Shangheng.
Ji Qing was listening to Can Xiu Venerable’s report regarding his treatment as a core disciple of the Spirit Fusion Lineage.
One, for all the Martial Arts Libraries of the Spirit Fusion Lineage, core disciples could cultivate any cultivation technique for free.
Two, core disciples could use the special cultivation areas within the Spirit Fusion Lineage for free.
Three, the Spirit Fusion Lineage had a position called “Cultivation Dispensing Elder,” rotated among the elders of the Spirit Fusion Lineage. Each tenure lasted ten years, and core disciples could seek guidance from the “Cultivation Dispensing Elder” on cultivation matters for free.
Four, core disciples of the Spirit Fusion Lineage would be granted merit points for each cultivation realm. For instance, core disciples at the Martial Saint level would be granted one million merit points. These could be used to exchange for various precious cultivation supplies within the Spirit Fusion Lineage, as well as some divine weapons, magic treasures, and so on. The merit points would be used up once depleted.
Ji Qing’s eyes lit up.
The treatment for core disciples was too generous.
It was equivalent to having countless top-tier cultivation techniques to cultivate for free, and also being able to consult powerful elders, like having free “Masters” available to answer cultivation doubts at any time.
Moreover, there were special areas that could be used for free, such as the Geomagnetic Land, Yin Qi Valley, Malevolent Energy Abyss, and the Heart Questioning Platform, all of which could be used at will.
There were also a large amount of merit points that could be used to exchange for rare treasures.
This treatment, in any force in the Outer Domains, would be considered the most crucial cultivation resource.
And the Spirit Fusion Lineage had only one requirement.
That was to cultivate!
Cultivate diligently!
May one’s cultivation advance by leaps and bounds, progressing all the way!
“What are the limitations? The Spirit Fusion Lineage can’t possibly have no limitations, can they always have core disciple treatment?”
Ji Qing immediately asked the crucial question.
It was impossible to always be a core disciple.
“Of course, there are limitations. Within twenty years, if a Martial Saint does not break through to Martial God, their core disciple status will be revoked, and they will be directly relegated to the outer sect.”
“For Martial Gods, within fifty years, if they do not break through to the Divine Ability Realm, their core disciple status will be revoked, and they will be relegated to the outer sect.”
“For those above the Divine Ability Realm, the time limit will be more relaxed, often over a hundred years. Even if they cannot break through within the stipulated time, they will not be relegated to the outer sect, but will be transferred to become an Elder.”
Ji Qing pondered.
Core disciples at the Martial Saint and Martial God realms were actually the most dangerous.
Once they failed to break through within the stipulated time, they would be relegated to the outer sect.
That would almost mean never having a chance to turn things around!
For those at the Divine Ability Realm, there was no need to worry. Even if they lost their core disciple status, they could still become Elders.
And Elders were also important figures in the Spirit Fusion Lineage!
“Martial Saint, twenty years.”
“Martial God, fifty years.”
This time limit was actually quite short.
If it were applied to Martial Saints and Martial Gods in the Desolate Realm, it was likely that very few could break through within the stipulated time.
But the core disciples of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory were different.
Their innate talent was already top-notch.
Furthermore, they had the treatment of core disciples of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory; they lacked neither cultivation techniques nor resources.
If even with all this they couldn’t break through, being relegated to the outer sect would be deserved.
For many core disciples, the real challenge was not the inability to break through in cultivation realm, but how to lay the most solid foundation in a short period and become an outstanding individual among peers.
This was the most important thing.
For example, Ji Qing was the same.
He could break through to Martial God now if he wanted to.
But he wanted to lay a solid foundation.
He aimed to fully transform the Five Elements Divine Body into three divine bodies, then cultivate his physical body to the extreme, and even consider acquiring a large amount of Divinity to reach the Thousand Dao Realm and Ten Thousand Dao Realm.
This was his main cultivation direction.
Breaking through to Martial God was actually the simplest matter.
There were too many areas Ji Qing needed to improve now.
Mind, physical body, Divinity, and domain.
Among these, the physical body and Divinity were the most crucial, followed by the mind and domain.
The mind was most urgent for the Martial God realm.
After all, if one’s mind did not reach the Second Realm in the Martial God realm, it would be impossible to break through to the Divine Ability Realm.
Ji Qing was still a Martial Saint, so his mind was not as urgent.
However, his physical body and Divinity were pressing matters.
Especially Divinity.
Ji Qing belonged to the Spirit Fusion Lineage and cultivated the Merger Scripture.
And the more Divinity the Spirit Fusion Realm fused, the better.
Ji Qing was currently at the Hundred Dao Realm.
The Divinity he had fused had not yet reached its limit.
Therefore, Ji Qing urgently needed a large amount of Divinity.
In the Desolate Realm, Ji Qing was constrained by the lack of Divinity Creatures, making it impossible to obtain Divinity.
Now that he had arrived in the Outer Domains and become a core disciple of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, would he still have to hunt Divinity Creatures himself?
“Can Xiu Venerable, does the Spirit Fusion Lineage have Divinity exchange?”
Ji Qing asked directly.
“Yes.”
“The Spirit Fusion Lineage has a large amount of Divinity. Exchanging for one strand of Divinity only costs one hundred merit points.”
“What, one hundred merit points?”
“Yes.”
Ji Qing could only sigh.
Cheap!
It was truly too cheap!
“First, exchange for one hundred strands of Divinity.”
“Yes, Your Highness.”
One hundred strands of Divinity only cost a mere ten thousand merit points.
He had a million merit points.
He couldn’t possibly spend it all!
He simply couldn’t spend it all!
As soon as Ji Qing obtained the Divinity, he began to fuse it.
Upon fusing, Ji Qing discovered a problem.
Previously, it took him about a month to fuse one strand of Divinity.
If he wanted to reach the Ten Thousand Dao Realm, it would take over eight hundred years just to fuse Divinity.
However, Ji Qing now understood.
It turned out that after the Merger Scripture reached the “Hundred Dao Realm,” fusing Divinity had almost no time limit.
Essentially, one strand of Divinity could be fused instantly.
The only problem for Martial Saints was the “limit of Divinity.”
Every Martial Saint had a limit to the Divinity they could fuse.
Once the limit was reached, no more could be fused.
Therefore, this limit was also very important.
“Let’s see what my current limit is?”
Ji Qing began to fuse Divinity.
Ten strands, fifty strands, one hundred strands…
Soon, Ji Qing’s one hundred strands of Divinity were gone.
It didn’t matter, he continued to exchange.
Two hundred strands, three hundred strands, four hundred strands, five hundred strands, six hundred strands…
When Ji Qing had exchanged and fused eight hundred and ninety strands of Divinity, he suddenly thought of a problem.
Adding the one hundred strands of Divinity he had fused before, the number of Divinity Ji Qing had fused reached nine hundred and ninety strands!
That meant he was only ten strands away from reaching the Thousand Dao Realm!
Crucially, Ji Qing had not yet felt the limit.
This meant that the Thousand Dao Realm might not be Ji Qing’s limit.
At least several thousand strands of Divinity.
But Ji Qing did not continue fusing Divinity.
Because once he reached the Thousand Dao Realm, like in the Hundred Dao Realm, he would have another opportunity for “Enlightenment.”
Such opportunities were rare.
Last time, Ji Qing used the opportunity of “Enlightenment” to merge his Spiritual Imprint into the Desolate Realm, gaining the ability of “Immortal.”
So what about this time?
Repeat the same trick?
Ji Qing thought about it; he was in the Purgatory Realm now, and it was unlikely he could repeat the same trick.
This Purgatory Realm was more than ten times larger than the Desolate Realm, and correspondingly, the rules would likely be ten or even dozens of times more terrifying.
Ji Qing’s Spiritual Imprint would likely not withstand it.
Moreover, although Ji Qing was now a core disciple of the Spirit Fusion Lineage, he had no reputation yet, and therefore no Fortune.
Without Fortune, attempting to merge his Spiritual Imprint into the Purgatory Realm would be like talking to the moon.
Therefore, Ji Qing stopped.
He still hadn’t figured out what to do with the opportunity of “Enlightenment” at the Thousand Dao Realm.
This had to be carefully considered.
After all, after the Thousand Dao Realm came the Ten Thousand Dao Realm.
That would be too difficult.
This might be his last opportunity for “Enlightenment,” and he must not waste it.
Ji Qing checked the time.
It had actually been almost three months.
He had been in seclusion for three months since arriving at the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory.
Ji Qing got up and left the secret chamber.
“Your Highness, you are out of seclusion?”
Can Xiu Venerable saw Ji Qing appear in the Great Hall and quickly walked over.
“Yes, I’ve been in seclusion for three months, just came out for some air. Is something the matter?”
“Your Highness, a few days ago, there was an invitation from Bai Xi, a core disciple of the Yin Yang Creation Lineage. You can take a look.”
Ji Qing was somewhat curious.
Since arriving at the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, apart from Can Xiu and others, he barely knew anyone.
Bai Xi?
Ji Qing had never heard of her.
Why would she invite him?
Ji Qing immediately took a jade slip.
Ji Qing swept it with his spirit and saw the contents of the jade slip.
It turned out that this was indeed an invitation from Bai Xi for him to attend a “gathering.”
This “gathering” was organized by Bai Xi, and the reason for inviting him was simple: most of the attendees were core disciples of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, and they were all at the “Martial Saint” realm.
Most of them had joined the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory within the last twenty years.
They were all Heavenly Talents.
They were also core disciples of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory with similar cultivation levels, so they could gather and communicate with each other.
Essentially, it was to form a “small clique.”
This was something that couldn’t be avoided anywhere.
Where there were people, there would always be internal strife.
These core disciples, seemingly aloof and respected, were actually in very dangerous situations.
If they failed to advance to Martial God within twenty years, they would be relegated to the outer sect, cast down into obscurity, and face a tragic fate.
“The gathering is in three days, so there’s still time.”
Ji Qing thought about it and decided to accept the invitation.
Since he was at the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, it was very necessary to interact more with the core disciples of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory.
For example, Ji Qing could also inquire about how he could utilize the “Enlightenment” he received at the “Thousand Dao Realm.”
Moreover, the key point was that by interacting with these core disciples, Ji Qing might be able to gain Fortune.
In the past, Ji Qing felt that Fortune wasn’t that important.
But now, Ji Qing felt that Fortune was very important.
Since he had come to the Purgatory Realm, he still had to strive to obtain Fortune.
However, Ji Qing was not very clear about the current situation of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, so he had to remain low-key for now, understand the situation, and then plan for Fortune.
“Your Highness, I have heard some rumors about the core disciples of the Yin Yang Creation Lineage. Due to their unique cultivation techniques, they often require a cultivator of the same realm to help ‘gestate the Dao’ when they are about to conceive a Divine Path Fruit, referring to them as a ‘Dao Gestator’.”
“The ‘Dao Gestator’ of the Yin Yang Creation Lineage brings great benefits to both parties. The stronger the ‘Dao Gestator,’ the stronger the Divine Path Fruit they can help conceive. Similarly, the ‘Dao Gestator’ can also receive gifts from the cultivator of the Yin Yang Creation Lineage during the Dao gestation process.”
“Therefore, the Your Highnesses of the Yin Yang Creation Lineage are highly sought after, often favored by cultivators from the other twelve lineages. Bai Xi’s invitation to you this time is likely not just for a casual gathering, but possibly for ‘Dao Gestation’.”
Can Xiu Venerable spoke.
“Dao Gestation?”
Ji Qing pondered.
The Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, each meridian has its own strengths.
This Yin Yang Creation Lineage is indeed different, requiring other cultivators to “gestate the Dao,” and both parties can even gain immense benefits.
Ji Qing would naturally not miss such an opportunity.
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
Ji Qing left the Ninth Peak.
He had to go to the Yin Yang Creation Lineage to keep his appointment.
“Your Highness, do you require us to accompany you?”
Can Xiu Venerable hurriedly asked.
“No need, I am a core disciple of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory. Is there any danger in the Purgatory Realm for me?”
Ji Qing shook his head.
The Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory are still quite safe.
Thus, Ji Qing tore through space and traversed towards the Yin Yang Creation Lineage.
The Purgatory Realm is vast.
The Thirteen Meridians are equivalent to thirteen sects.
Actually, the distance between them was very far.
But Ji Qing could already traverse space; this distance was nothing to him.
It only takes one trip to get there.
“Whoosh.”
Ji Qing crawled out of space.
He saw a magnificent great city before him, no less impressive than Melting God City.
It even has distinctive characteristics compared to the Melting God City.
One side black, one side white.
One side was gloomy and Yin, the other was blazing with the sun.
This is Yin Yang Creation City, the mountain gate of the Yin Yang Creation Lineage.
Ji Qing remembered that when he was at the first pass of the Martial Dao Seal, although he couldn’t remember the content on the first stone tablet he saw, he had no problem remembering its name, which was “Sutra of Universal Salvation and Yin Yang Creation”.
It is most likely a cultivation technique from the Yin Yang Creation Lineage.
Ji Qing has no compatibility with the Sutra of Universal Salvation and Yin Yang Creation and cannot cultivate it.
The Merger Scripture was ultimately chosen.
Ji Qing flew into Yin Yang Creation City and, after reporting his identity from the Spirit Fusion Lineage, was immediately received by a Supernatural Realm Venerable and led into the sect of the Yin Yang Creation Lineage. He arrived at a magnificent golden palace.
When Ji Qing stepped into the Great Hall, he found twelve people already inside.
All of them are Martial Saints.
“Swish.”
All eyes instantly fell on Ji Qing.
Although they were merely Martial Saints, each of their auras was extremely terrifying; ordinary Martial Gods were absolutely no match for these twelve individuals.
This is also normal. Those who can be selected by the Martial Dao Seal must have passed the second trial of the Martial Dao Seal.
Even if what they encountered wasn’t a Taotie, it could still be another ferocious beast.
It mostly requires having the combat power of a Martial God peak to have a chance of passing the second stage of the Martial Dao Seal.
Seated in the main seat of honor was a woman wearing a white dress, possessing a peculiar aura.
“This is Fellow Daoist Ji Qing from the Spirit Fusion Lineage, I am Bai Xi from the Yin Yang Creation Lineage.”
The woman spoke.
She was Bai Xi, the organizer of this gathering.
Ji Qing nodded.
He glanced at the seat.
His position was at the very end.
Bai Xi explained, “Fellow Daoist Ji Qing has just entered the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, and the fellow Daoists here have all entered the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory at least five years ago. You are the core disciple with the shortest entry time into the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, so you are temporarily in the last seat. I hope you can forgive this.”
Ji Qing did not speak, and sat down on the chair.
He had shallow qualifications, so it was normal for him to sit at the last seat.
“Everyone is here, so I won’t waste any more of your time, fellow Daoists. The purpose of inviting everyone here this time is for an exchange and gathering, so we can get to know each other. After all, we are all core disciples of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, and currently all Martial Saints. We are at the very bottom rung of core disciples, and our situation is quite dangerous.”
“Second, as everyone knows, I am about to gestate a Divine Path Fruit. My Yin Yang Creation Lineage’s cultivation technique is special. Before gestating a Divine Path Fruit, we always choose a Fellow Daoist of the same realm to become a ‘Dao Gestator’ to help me give birth to a stronger Divine Path Fruit.”
The crowd’s eyes lit up.
What “gathering and exchange,” what “getting to know each other,” none of this is worth mentioning.
The truly important thing is the second point, selecting “Dao Gestators.”
In the Yin Yang Creation Lineage, any Martial Saint who has not yet gestated a Divine Path Fruit is highly sought after.
“Dao Gestators” are “shortcuts” that can allow someone to ascend to the heavens in one step, saving countless hard cultivations.
Who wouldn’t want to become a “Dao Gestator”?
However, the strong remain strong!
The more disadvantaged Bai Xi was, the less she would pick.
She only chooses the strongest existences.
And among the Purgatory Thirteen Meridians, the strongest at the Martial Saint realm are naturally the core disciples of each meridian.
“The divine path fruit I gestated focuses on the ‘Martial Saint Power’ aspect. Therefore, the ‘Dao Gestator’ I select must have strengths in Martial Saint Power.”
“Fellow Daoists, is anyone willing to lend me a hand?”
As Bai Xi’s words fell, the twelve Martial Saints in the Great Hall felt their hearts burn with fervent anticipation.
In terms of Martial Saint Power, each of them was a standout among their peers.
And the Martial Saint’s power tests one’s “foundation” the most.
Only by building a solid foundation step by step can the powerful “Martial Saint Power” be born.
Ji Qing’s heart stirred.
Martial Saint power?
He thought of his Martial Saint Power, which was the Power of Return to Void.
Currently, his Power of Return to Void is at the Perfection of the third form.
It had also reached its limit and could no longer transform.
But if there are no special opportunities, if he can become Bai Xi’s “Dao Gestator,” while helping Bai Xi “gestate the Dao,” his Martial Saint Power can also absorb Bai Xi’s Martial Saint Power.
Will it continue to transform and evolve into a fourth form?
Ji Qing thought about it and felt it was very possible!
The power of a Martial Saint is very important for the gestation of a Divine Path Fruit.
After all, the gestation of a Divine Path Fruit is not a castle in the air; it does not appear out of thin air. It is often based on the power of a Martial Saint.
The stronger the Martial Saint power, the stronger the Divine Path Fruit bred afterward.
Ji Qing’s Power of Return to Void’s three forms were already very strong.
But since there was now a possibility of further advancement, why would Ji Qing give up?
Therefore, Bai Xi’s “Dao Gestator” was something Ji Qing absolutely had to contend for!
At this time, “Mu Jin” of the Burning Heaven Lineage spoke.
“My Martial Saint Power is the Power of Pure Fire, which can burn all things and has the ability to purify everything. It is most suitable for assisting Fellow Daoist Bai Xi in the Dao Gestation of Divine Path Fruits.”
With “Mu Jin” speaking, there was naturally a second person.
Ling Ting of the Thunderclap Lineage also spoke, introducing his Martial Saint Power.
Then there is the Jie Mie Lineage, the Nirvana Lineage, the Tian Yan Lineage, the Formless Lineage, the Reincarnation Lineage, and so on.
Ji Qing was also enlightened.
The Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory each have their own strengths.
Among them, the upper three lineages are Spirit Fusion, Nirvana, and Reincarnation.
Previously, the Spirit Fusion Lineage was the first lineage.
It’s hard to say who is the first lineage now, but it’s often assumed the Reincarnation Lineage is stronger.
Being able to become a core disciple is naturally different.
Their Martial Saint Power was also extremely powerful, or had very distinct characteristics.
Finally, it was Ji Qing’s turn.
Everyone’s gaze was fixed on Ji Qing.
The Spirit Fusion Lineage is also extraordinary.
Furthermore, the Spirit Fusion Lineage is very special among the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory.
The characteristics of the other lineages are all very distinct, while the Spirit Fusion Lineage, in a sense, doesn’t actually have any distinct characteristics.
The Spirit Fusion Lineage excels at integrating the strengths of various schools to forge their own great power.
Therefore, the power of the experts in the Spirit Fusion Lineage is not actually inherited from one generation to the next.
Instead, it felt a bit motley.
But no one could deny the power of the Spirit Fusion Lineage.
Ji Qing slowly spoke, “I possess the Power of Return to Void, known as the Return to Void of All Things, with a total of three forms. The first form is the Decomposition of All Things, capable of completely decomposing any power, tangible object, and so on.”
“Second form, Erase. It mainly targets spiritual power, capable of directly erasing spiritual energy.”
“The third form is Devour. It primarily devours vitality to recover from one’s own injuries, allowing one to stand in an invincible position.”
Ji Qing finished speaking and flicked his finger.
“Whoosh.”
A wisp of the Power of Return to Void instantly fell onto a chair beside him.
Then, under the gaze of everyone, this chair decomposed at a speed visible to the naked eye, turning into its most basic particles and disappearing into the void, as if it had never appeared.
Seeing this scene, the numerous core disciples couldn’t help but feel a chill in their hearts.
The Power of Return to Void of Ji Qing is truly terrifying.
The three forms each have their own characteristics.
The triple combination truly possesses the bearing of “Return to Ruin of All Things.”
At this moment, everyone stopped talking.
They have already displayed their Martial Saint Power.
So, which one should be chosen ultimately depends on Bai Xi herself.
Bai Xi’s gaze swept across the core disciples one by one.
She listened very carefully to the Martial Saint Power of every Core Disciple.
also constantly weighed them.
These core disciples are all peerless talents among men.
Every type of Martial Saint Power is incomparably profound and wondrous.
But she had to have a choice.
Bai Xi was not an indecisive person.
She had already made up her mind.
Thus, her gaze fell upon Ji Qing.
“Fellow Daoist Ji of the Spirit Fusion Lineage, Bai Xi invites you to become a ‘Dao Gestator’ and lend her a hand. I wonder if Fellow Daoist Ji is willing?”
“Of course, I’m willing.”
Ji Qing showed a smile on his face.
The core disciples of the other eleven lineages heard this and looked somewhat regretful, but it seemed to be within reason.
Although their Martial Saint Power was indeed also profound and peerless.
But compared to Ji Qing’s “Three Forms of the Power of Return to Void,” anyone could see the obvious gap.
Bai Xi choosing Ji Qing to become the “Dao Gestator” was also within expectations.
“Alright, if that’s the case, then we shall take our leave.”
Other core disciples also had aspirations. Since they failed to compete for the “Dao Gestator,” they also did not wish to stay.
And so, one by one, they bid farewell and left.
Soon, only Ji Qing and Bai Xi were left in the vast Great Hall.
“Fellow Daoist Ji, I plan to begin ‘Dao Gestation’ in three days. Is there anything you need, Fellow Daoist? It would be best if you could adjust yourself to your optimal state.”
Bai Xi said directly.
“Dao Gestators,” while not dual cultivation partners, are often very intimate and have a close relationship.
Therefore, Bai Xi’s choice of “Dao Gestator” was not simply because she genuinely felt Ji Qing’s Power of Return to Void was stronger.
Instead, it was mixed with several other reasons.
For example, she had heard that when Ji Qing of the Spirit Fusion Lineage first joined the lineage, it caused a sensation among the elders of the Spirit Fusion Lineage.
Seen as the hope of the Spirit Fusion Lineage for tens of thousands of years.
It shows that Ji Qing performed very well within the Martial Dao Seal.
All kinds of talents are the strongest of the Spirit Fusion Lineage over tens of thousands of years.
Therefore, when Bai Xi chose “Dao Gestator,” she naturally considered these factors.
Even if Ji Qing’s Power of Return to Void was not so strong, Bai Xi would most likely still choose Ji Qing as the “Dao Gestator”.
I don’t know what the Spirit Fusion Lineage means.
Keep Ji Qing’s “mind” situation highly confidential.
The Elders, one by one, refused to mention Ji Qing’s “Mind”.
Instead, they each molded Ji Qing into the hope of the Spirit Fusion Lineage for tens of thousands of years.
In fact, Ji Qing himself did not know that he had already gained some Reputation in the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory.
His Reputation was not small, either.
As the eleven Core Disciples from each meridian departed, the News of Ji Qing becoming Bai Xi’s “Dao Gestator” gradually spread.
Every Martial Saint-level Core Disciple from the Yin Yang Creation Lineage received much attention.
The reason was that the Martial Saint Disciples of the Yin Yang Creation Lineage would select “Dao Gestators.”
Everyone wanted to become a “Dao Gestator.”
But there was only one spot.
Who would ultimately become Bai Xi’s “Dao Gestator” had already led to many speculations in the years prior.
But no one had expected.
That this sole spot would fall to Ji Qing, who had only been a Beginner for three months.
“Ji Qing of the Spirit Fusion Lineage? Who is this person? I’ve never heard of him before. How could he outshine so many Core Disciples to become Bai Xi’s ‘Dao Gestator’?”
“I heard Ji Qing only joined the Spirit Fusion Lineage for a mere three months, but within the Spirit Fusion Lineage, Ji Qing caused a sensation. It is said he is the person with the highest Talent in the Spirit Fusion Lineage for tens of thousands of years.”
“Is it possible that the Spirit Fusion Lineage will rise again to become the foremost meridian among the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory?”
“Although Bai Xi possesses a Divine Body, the Divine Bodies of the Yin Yang Creation Lineage can typically only gestate a ‘Superior Dao Fruit,’ which is why she needs a ‘Dao Gestator’ to lend her a hand, hoping to gestate a ‘Peerless Dao Fruit.’ If the ‘Dao Gestator’ is strong enough, it can increase her chances of gestating a ‘Peerless Dao Fruit.’ But can choosing Ji Qing help Bai Xi gestate a Peerless Dao Fruit?”
“Bai Xi is close to gestating a Divine Path Fruit. Let’s see what grade her Divine Path Fruit will be at that time…”
Many people were paying attention to Bai Xi’s Dao Fruit gestation.
Firstly, Bai Xi was a Core Disciple of the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory, and naturally received attention.
Secondly, Bai Xi had chosen Ji Qing to be her “Dao Gestator.” Ji Qing had only joined the Thirteen Meridians of Purgatory for a mere three months, which was already highly controversial, thus drawing the attention of many.
However, neither Ji Qing nor Bai Xi were affected by the external discussions.
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
Both Ji Qing’s and Bai Xi’s conditions were adjusted to their best.
“Fellow Daoist Ji, are you ready?”
Bai Xi asked.
“No problem.”
Ji Qing said calmly.
“Good, then I will trouble you next…”
Bai Xi took a deep breath, extended her hands, and placed them together with Ji Qing’s.
“Please, Fellow Daoist, lend Bai Xi a hand!”
As Bai Xi called out lightly.
Instantly, Ji Qing no longer hesitated, and the immense Power of Return to Void within his body poured into Bai Xi’s body.
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