In the quiet chamber of Jade Deficiency Palace, fragments of the Haotian Mirror shimmered with a faint glow, deep and profound like an endless starry sky, constantly changing and unfathomably mysterious.
Using this transformation, Meng Qi either created Myriad Worlds Universal Recognition Talismans and cast them out or split his divine consciousness to descend remotely. His main body did not enter, because simultaneously controlling the formation of thousands of “Self-Marks” was necessary. If he had to physically enter each universe one by one, it would not be completed in five or ten years, or even five hundred or five thousand years, to accumulate the qualitative change from quantitative changes.
Time passed day and night. The chamber remained dim and eternally silent. One “Self” phantom after another slowly took shape and returned. There was the image from the Transformers universe, replacing and assimilating the legend of the Primordial Lord’s Self, and an unknown saint before a giant stone Buddha, forming a balance between the Primordial Lord and the Demon Buddha. However, the number of these “Self-Marks” was still small, far from reaching the threshold for qualitative change. Meng Qi continued to travel across worlds, playing different roles, casting the Myriad Worlds Universal Recognition Talismans, and forging one extraordinary encounter after another.
Autumn passed into winter. One day suddenly, Daqinggen came to the chamber and reported, “Master, Chi Yizi has sent news. He has made contact with the young fox, the heir of the Demon Sovereign.”
Meng Qi slowly opened his eyes. His pupils reflected countless illusory figures, some red and black glowing spheres, others the Creator Brahma seated on a lotus platform. They overlapped, divine and extraordinary. “What did the heir of the Demon Sovereign say?”
His voice was low and distant, as if descending from another universe, making Daqinggen instinctively feel his roots weaken, as if facing the Primordial Lord himself. He replied nervously, “The heir of the Demon Sovereign said he will personally visit Jade Deficiency Palace.”
“Good,” the divine images in Meng Qi’s eyes vanished, revealing a faint smile. “You’ve been doing quite well lately, working with Chi Yizi.”
Daquegen chuckled, “Master flatters me. I originally just wanted to swindle him, but it turned out he’s actually quite suitable as a streamer. Just speaking and performing has attracted countless viewers. Sigh, why are people nowadays so bored?”
He criticized the boring humans from the perspective of a plant, but his cheerful tone couldn’t be concealed.
Meng Qi didn’t say much, simply nodding. “Give Fei Zhengtao more guidance. After all, he is a disciple of Jade Deficiency.”
“Master, rest assured. He’s my direct disciple!” Daqinggen assured, patting his chest with his branches.
He still needed his apprentice’s guidance to complete his gaming achievements!
One day, when more people become fond of games, he would drag his apprentice to stream and play games for profit!
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At the foot of Kunlun Mountain, due to the presence of Jade Deficiency Palace and the Primordial Emperor, a sizable city gradually developed. Some people hoped to absorb the spiritual aura, others fantasized about acquiring even the smallest blessings from the Primordial Emperor, some waited for the chance to be accepted as disciples of Jade Deficiency Palace, while others cultivated medicinal fields and planted rare flowers and herbs, selling them in the Myriad Worlds Mall with names like “Kunlun Jade Marrow Lingzhi” and “Jade Deficiency Ginseng from the Courtyard,” clearly labeled as “celestial treasures,” fetching good prices.
On this day, an ordinary horse-drawn carriage entered the city. Its windows and doors were covered with strange white gauze, making it difficult to glimpse the interior.
Inside, the carriage was carpeted thickly and lavishly decorated, seating a man and a woman. The woman wore a fiery red dress, her lips naturally pouted, exuding charm, while her eyes were clean and clear, creating a striking contrast that combined into a charm far surpassing the mundane. Her beauty was like a legendary nine-tailed fox. The man had white hair and a scholarly aura, dressed like a servant, diligently attending to the young lady.
Through the gauze, the girl saw cultivators soaring past on iron flying birds, saw the towering Star-Grabbing Tower rising from the ground, reportedly capable of housing many people and numerous shops. The pedestrians were busy but filled with hope, giving the entire city a vibrant atmosphere.
“Master Wen, the last time we entered a human kingdom, everything was unchanged. Now it’s completely transformed, a total upheaval,” the girl was indeed the heir of the Demon Sovereign, the mythical Queen Mother of the West, the young lady of the Qingqiu Fox Clan.
Master Wen snorted, “It’s consistent with the ancient records of the Middle Ages. Mo Palace excels at these things, but they’re merely refined, emphasizing comfort and convenience. In times of peace, it’s enviable, but now the final calamity approaches, and powerful beings will awaken. Such prosperity is as fragile as a mirror’s reflection or ripples on water. Cultivation and martial arts are the true paths.”
“That may be true, but how many more years can most people live without facing the calamity? They’ll eventually vanish into dust. If they can enjoy life, they should,” the little fox sighed sentimentally, lamenting the fleeting nature of life and the rarity of eternity.
“That’s why we must diligently cultivate to extend our lifespans. Otherwise, many life-extending substances will be beyond our reach,” Master Wen maintained his view.
The carriage slowly made its way through the streets, passing by numerous arenas where forbidden techniques were set up, with many martial artists enthusiastically engaged in sparring.
The little fox smiled sweetly, “Master Wen, what do you think of this?”
“When living beings gather, disputes over fame and fortune are inevitable. Since the formation of the Myriad Worlds Universal Recognition Realm, the connections among humans have strengthened, making this trend even more pronounced. Thus, martial arts tournaments have spread everywhere, competing for rankings. Even if they can’t make the top lists, they can still gain exposure through live streams and increase their fame. The forums and martial arts discussion groups inevitably lead to conflicts, resulting in challenges like ‘Come try me in a certain place; see if I don’t kill you,’ hence the increase in similar arenas.”
She seemed quite familiar with the Myriad Worlds Universal Recognition Realm, perhaps having participated under a pseudonym for a long time.
Master Wen’s expression grew slightly solemn, “The growing trend of martial arts is indeed something we should pay attention to.”
The carriage rattled on, horses neighing, pedestrians carrying swords and blades at their waists, passing through the main street toward another city gate at the foot of Kunlun Mountain.
Suddenly, the little fox saw two men arguing by the roadside.
“Brother Miao, how can you abandon such a promising future for something so illusory?” a swordsman dressed as a martial artist shouted.
The scholar addressed as Brother Miao, excitedly replied, “Brother Wu, you don’t understand the significance of this matter, its immense value.”
“I really don’t understand!” Brother Wu shook his head. “You just bought some virtual reality martial arts manual from the Myriad Worlds Mall and became obsessed, neglecting your training. You even refused opportunities to join major sects. Your promising future of easily achieving the Outer Scenery stage is nearly ruined!”
Brother Miao gestured for Brother Wu to calm down, “Just think, if we can establish a virtual reality arena rooted in the Myriad Worlds Universal Recognition Realm, martial artists from all over the world could spar directly! And they wouldn’t fear death. We could simulate evil spirits and demons, fighting them to accumulate data and experience. When we encounter them in reality, we’ll be like the butcher dissecting an ox with ease!”
“Isn’t this important for martial artists?”
“This could rapidly improve the practical experience of the majority of martial artists!”
Brother Wu was also an accomplished martial artist with exceptional sword skills. After hearing this, he understood the significance of the matter but still solemnly asked, “What about you? How many years will it take to complete such a project? Will your martial cultivation be neglected?”
“First, I will try to join the Mo Palace. Secondly,” Brother Miao paused, “everyone has their own pursuits. Not everyone is equally devoted to martial arts. Perhaps I won’t achieve transcendence or gain centuries of life, but we all will die eventually. I just want to live this life brilliantly, like a meteor streaking across the sky, fleeting though it may be, still illuminating the night.”
Brother Wu looked at Miao, feeling as if he were seeing him for the first time.
Inside the carriage, the little fox gently touched her cheek, while Master Wen’s expression turned grave. “Using virtual reality to enhance martial arts experience? We must pay attention to this person!”
“With the Myriad Worlds Universal Recognition Realm, the human race has indeed undergone earth-shaking changes!”
He echoed the little fox’s sentiment.
The carriage left the city and followed the mountain path to a secluded Daoist temple deep in the white clouds. Before the two demons had even stepped out of the carriage, they saw a green plant waiting outside the gate, smiling broadly, “Master sent me to welcome the two distinguished guests.”
The little fox suppressed her playful demeanor, her expression turning indifferent and aloof, “Thank you for the trouble.”
They followed Daqinggen into Jade Deficiency Palace, bypassing the screen wall, crossing the courtyards, and arriving at the main hall. Inside stood a statue of the Primordial Lord, majestic and sacred, profound and unfathomable. Beneath the statue sat a Daoist in a green robe, his surroundings subtly reflecting a starry sky, ever-changing and as solemn and profound as the divine statue.
He has reached such a realm… The little fox lowered her eyes and bowed, “Greetings to the Primordial Emperor.”
Master Wen nearly lost his composure and quickly followed suit.
Meng Qi slowly spoke, “You know what I want.”
The little fox nodded, “We indeed have a lot of information about the A-nan Self, but we need the Primordial Emperor’s help with a task.”
“What task?” Meng Qi’s gaze fell upon her face.
The little fox hesitated briefly, then decisively said, “Go together to Vulture Peak and rescue the surviving Great Sage!”
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