A grand era has arrived. Though it may be the twilight of this epoch, even the end of days, it is also the most dazzling and resplendent age!
The fusion of a World Tree sapling with a human—what a world-shaking event!
Then, the seed of Primordial Violet Qi emerged—an invincible seed, with violet mists rolling eastward for thirty thousand miles, a manifestation of unparalleled divine might.
On this day, the great clans of the Nine Heavens trembled. True Young Supremes emerged one after another, rising in this chaotic era, shaking the hearts of all.
“Such ancient seeds—even in the age of True Immortals, they were considered flawless. They would make even the long-lived tremble in awe.”
Whether from ordinary sects or immortal noble clans, countless experts were abuzz with discussion.
People had a premonition—this was only the beginning. More astonishing young prodigies would appear, and perhaps the most supreme ancient seeds of the previous epoch would gather in this era!
For no other reason than to achieve true glory once, to rewrite the regrets of the past, and to defeat the formidable enemies from beyond!
“With perfect ancient seeds appearing together, who will be the strongest under heaven? Which seed is truly invincible? This era will reveal the answer. Some seeds withered before they could mature—but I believe this time, they will shine with unparalleled brilliance!”
People eagerly anticipated the ultimate clashes between the Young Supremes.
Of course, the world did not wish for these geniuses to slaughter one another, but rather to compete by their achievements in resisting the foreign enemies.
“I long to see one rising star after another, like great suns crossing the sky, colliding to produce the most dazzling sparks. Yet when the true cataclysm arrives, they must unite against the common foe!”
Some whispered their hopes, yearning to witness a glorious age.
No one wished to see a grand era wither into nothingness, leaving behind only a shattered, desolate, and frozen ruin.
In the past, the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths suffered a crushing defeat. The once-complete great world was shattered into nine heavens and ten ancient lands. Now, people hoped to rewrite that ending.
Though all knew it was an almost impossible task, they still clung to hope!
“Who is the overlord? Who is the strongest under heaven? Which ancient seed reigns supreme? The answer will soon be revealed!”
This was the sentiment of many. The worship of strength was instinctive, innate—even among renowned elders and ancient figures, all wished to know which seed truly deserved the title of “invincible.”
From ordinary mountain sects to immortal noble clans that had stood for countless ages, all waited to witness the most radiant brilliance of this grand era.
Amidst the clamor of the outside world, as people marveled at the unmatched ancient seeds, the Divine Academy remained tranquil.
In truth, Shi Hao was no longer there. The Grand Elder had quietly taken him away.
“Plant the seed in spring, harvest in autumn.” These were the Grand Elder’s words—and he truly acted upon them.
He buried Shi Hao in the earth, covering him with soil, then left him unattended.
This was not the Divine Academy. Thick earth qi, dense as liquid, coiled and intertwined, forming a viscous paste.
Yet this place was not stifling—it was not true dust, but a kind of essence, a condensation of heaven and earth’s purest energies into earth qi.
This land no longer belonged to Boundless Heaven but to another of the Nine Heavens—Pure Serenity Heaven.
An ancient land, where nothing else could be seen but the pervasive earth qi, a hazy yellow expanse like countless earth beasts churning, stirring up endless yellow sands.
In truth, this ancient land had always been this way—its earth qi blazing like smoke and light, so dense it could not be dispersed, a form of innate essence.
Now, the Grand Elder had brought Shi Hao here, burying him beneath the earth to be nourished by this innate essence, allowing the seed to better nurture the divine embryo within.
Shi Hao truly resembled a seed, planted in the earth, silently awaiting his roots to take hold and sprout.
Yet this place was not silent. The strange seed was being nurtured, emitting sounds that pulsed in harmony with the sun, moon, mountains, and rivers, perfectly merging as one.
In truth, it had always been serene, resonating with the rhythm of the entire world, even the stars of the cosmos.
To cultivators, this was akin to the sound of the immortal dao, like the chanting of the most ancient scriptures drifting from beyond the heavens, awakening the mind and guiding enlightenment.
This was the most precious aspect of this seed—it was akin to a cosmic womb, a product of heaven and earth’s union, connected to all realms, fused with the universe itself.
Thus, all the rules of this world converged upon it.
The cosmic womb, naturally intertwined with the universe, received the baptism of ten thousand daos!
Rule after rule, order after order, coiled around this womb—tangible and intangible, interwoven into a cocoon, forming the outer shell of the seed.
Especially buried in this land of dense earth qi—the so-called source land—the effect was even more pronounced.
For it allowed the seed to grow closer to the universe, merging with it!
Shi Hao was no stranger to this. Back in the Three Thousand Dao Provinces, Qi Daolin had suggested he use such a seed to cultivate immortal qi, though he had not utilized it this way at the time.
Shi Hao wandered amidst the dao principles, wrapped in countless rules, truly witnessing the essence of this world, grasping the most primal and simple truths.
Like a parched desert, he greedily absorbed the nourishing rain, observing and contemplating everything before adding his own reflections.
Drawing close to the Great Dao, comprehending the Great Dao—this was what one must do to break through to the Heavenly Deity Realm!
If possible, merging with the Great Dao for even an instant could influence one’s entire life!
This was why so many geniuses sought a perfect ancient seed—a flawless dao seed contained too much of this world’s essence. If one could merge with it for even a moment, the cultivator would glimpse the world’s many truths, grasping the ultimate principles!
The results of such an experience were self-evident!
Thus, everyone sought a perfect dao seed, hoping to use it to comprehend the ultimate truths of heaven and earth.
Moreover, such seeds were unlike ordinary dao seeds. Once merged with the self, the union might be permanent, not just a fleeting moment of enlightenment.
A permanent union meant that throughout one’s life, there would be many opportunities to fuse with the greater universe, continuously ascending on the path of cultivation.
To possess a perfect seed was to grasp control of one’s own destiny—a maxim from the previous epoch!
Shi Hao lacked such a seed, so he had to forge his own path. Now, within the cosmic womb, he witnessed these rules, discerning the fundamental truths of existence.
“Using the body as a seed—I will not merge with an external seed, but instead connect with this universe through myself, witnessing all its mysteries!”
Shi Hao murmured, comprehending amidst the chanting of scriptures.
For according to the theory of using the body as a seed, the body itself contained the simple truths of heaven and earth. By observing the greater universe, one could awaken the inner world within the human form.
Merging with a perfect seed, no matter how one did it, still relied on this greater world, depended on the greater cosmos—for the self was but a part of it, living within it.
But using the body as a seed emphasized standing alongside the universe, equal to it, not subordinate.
Yes, using the body as a seed meant elevating oneself to the level of the greater cosmos, viewing the self as a world, a universe, perceiving the greater truths to awaken one’s own potential.
On this path, under this theory, living beings were not insignificant specks within the greater world, not mere parasites drawing sustenance from it—but lofty existences.
Using the body as a seed meant developing the self, ultimately relying on nothing external, drawing no sustenance from the greater cosmos. The body itself contained gate after gate of immortality, which could be opened to unleash boundless potential and infinite divine might.
At the peak of this path, the body’s size did not determine its power. Even if a human form was as small as a speck of dust compared to a starfield, it could still rend the entire universe, transcending it, standing supreme!
The Grand Elder’s words still echoed in Shi Hao’s ears, tinged with sorrow and regret.
“In the previous epoch, we lost because some invincible ancient seeds, though immensely powerful in our world, faltered when entering the immortal realm beyond, falling into disadvantage…”
The reason the theory of using the body as a seed had been explored in the previous epoch was rooted in profound historical context.
Initially, though they were indeed outmatched against the foreign enemies, the disparity was not overwhelming. The true turning point came when the creatures from beyond opened the immortal gate, releasing the essence of their realm, causing the two worlds to merge. The result was that the powerhouses of this world could not adapt.
Some of the most formidable beings found their cultivation in chaos, unable to adjust to the altered world.
For they were accustomed to merging with the original heaven and earth, achieving unity—the harmony of heaven and man, the fusion of dao and self, and the higher realms of this path.
“Though this could eventually be overcome, and solutions were found, it still revealed that possessing a perfect seed was not truly flawless. Thus, some sought to walk the path of using the body as a seed.”
The Grand Elder’s words resonated deeply within Shi Hao, making him all the more cautious.
Observing the rules of the universe, discerning the essence of creation, understanding the true self, and unlocking the immortal gates within his own body—this was Shi Hao’s task.
Yet this seemingly feasible path was fraught with immense danger, even peril at every step.
First, without a perfect seed to merge with, peering into the fundamental mysteries of heaven and earth was taboo—an act inviting divine retribution.
This was not recognized by the heavens!
The flawless ancient seeds were opportunities granted by the greater universe to its living beings, recognized and permitted to glimpse the world’s truths.
But for Shi Hao to hide within a cosmic womb was akin to stealing heaven’s secrets—already a transgression!
Interpretations varied. Some might say this angered the heavens, inviting the descent of punitive rules. Others might say he had usurped the womb’s intended treasure, suffering backlash.
Shi Hao leaned toward the latter. He did not believe in some divine retribution but rather thought he was now facing a counterattack!
Indeed, at the very outset of this path, he encountered a great crisis!
Within the womb, an inexplicable force twisted the rules of heaven and earth, now turning against him!
“What is this?” Shi Hao was alarmed, sensing extreme danger.
This strange seed could expand or shrink, transforming into a cosmic womb—at its largest, no more than ten feet long.
Yet no one could have anticipated that its interior was vast as a grand void, capable of seating dozens, even hundreds, with ease.
Immortal mists swirled, the sacred aura overwhelming. Countless heavenly orders intertwined, and within them, Shi Hao sensed—with shock—the presence of a living being, intent on slaying him!
Back in the Three Thousand Dao Provinces, Qi Daolin had believed this seed nurtured an immortal metal, though unformed, and had planned for Shi Hao to refine an unparalleled immortal weapon during his rebirth.
In the Nine Heavens, the Grand Elder had thought it might be some other immortal substance, maturing within.
But now, as Shi Hao truly entered and stabilized, he realized with alarm—it was a living being, a powerful, sentient creature!
The backlash had begun. Shi Hao sought to use his body as a seed, only to face divine retribution immediately!
“That is—”
Amidst a flash of immortal light, amidst surging chaos qi, Shi Hao saw the creature within.
A woman with cascading hair, flawless, so beautiful it seemed illusory, seated in the void—her eyes suddenly snapped open!
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