Cultivation Starting from Full Talent-Chapter 693 - 691: Fate Plays with Man

"Swish~~~"

Suddenly, a vast amount of True Yang Immortal Fire surged from the Fiery Sun Flying Needle into the heart of the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch, the flames scorching his heart veins, delivering devastating damage in an instant!

"You wretch!"

The Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch roared in fury, mana surging throughout his body. While he tried to extinguish the True Yang Immortal Fire, he unleashed three sword strikes simultaneously, the sharp sword light heading straight for Ning Daoran, the instigator of this calamity!

However, the True Yang Immortal Fire lodged in his heart veins was as stubborn as maggots gnawing at the bone. No matter how much effort the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch exerted to dispel it, the fire continued to seep deeper, burning through each heart vein, irrevocably destroying the body of this Divinity Transformation Stage expert!

The Azure Dragon Spear swayed as Ning Daoran poured vast amounts of mana into it, swinging out fiercely!

The spear radiance clashed with the sword light. Under the disparity of power, the Azure Dragon’s spear radiance could only shatter the first strand of Sword Qi. When the second strand collided, Ning Daoran had no choice but to summon two top-grade spiritual treasures—the Fire Dragon Treasure Cauldron and the Earth Gold Cauldron—to defend himself! frёewebnoѵēl.com

"Clang! Clang!"

The sharp sounds pierced the air as the two cauldrons trembled violently, their vibrations rebounding, forcing Ning Daoran to spit out a mouthful of blood on the spot!

To directly confront a Divinity Transformation powerhouse like the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch was, after all, excessively challenging.

Yet, while the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch was occupied handling Ning Daoran, Shen Luoyan seized this heaven-sent opportunity. A dense blade intent locked onto the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch, and the Blood Tears Dragon Demon Saber unleashed blade radiance continuously—thirteen strikes in total!

Without a doubt, this was Shen Luoyan’s trump card, now fully unleashed against the formidable enemy, the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch.

"You scoundrel!"

The Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch was now overwhelmed, but just as he prepared to flee, a Forbidden Breaking Talisman detonated nearby. Immediately, the Nine Dragon Treasure Mirror hovered above him, its burning radiance enveloping the Star Monarch, trapping him within.

Even worse, fearing the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch might escape, Ning Daoran promptly conjured a Dragon Demon Dojo, encircling and confining him within!

"You!"

The Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch was caught off guard, his expression shifting dramatically!

In the next moment, Shen Luoyan’s thirteen strikes sliced through the Dragon Demon Dojo without resistance, landing squarely on the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch, rendering him to horrific screams of agony. His body split apart amidst the blazing blade radiance, disintegrating inch by inch. By the time all thirteen saber strikes were done, the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch’s body had fully fragmented into ashes, burned away by the wind!

"Fellow Taoist Chaotic Heaven!"

The scene unfolded in an instant, leaving the Flowing Bead Star Monarch stunned and speechless. She hastily deployed a spiritual treasure to fend off the Sea Covering Monarch, Liangyi True Monarch, and others, then fled without the slightest hesitation.

"Fellow Taoist Flowing Bead, you..."

The Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch’s physical body was entirely destroyed, leaving only a small Nascent Soul hovering in the air, helplessly gazing at the retreating figure.

"Fellow Taoist Chaotic Heaven."

The voice of the Flowing Bead Star Monarch echoed: "As long as the green hills remain, there’s always hope for a future. Today, you fell into Ning Daoran’s ambush, and there’s no saving you. Rest assured, once I return to the North Sea, I shall ensure your lineage is well taken care of!"

"You..."

The Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch initially thought he could still fight for survival, but the Flowing Bead Star Monarch clearly had no intention of rescuing him, making it evident that she intended to leave him to his fate!

In truth, Shen Luoyan’s killing method was exceptionally astute. The moment she unleashed her thirteen strikes, the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch’s death was already sealed.

"Something’s wrong..."

Only then did the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch realize that Shen Luoyan had hidden a final move. Deep within his body, strands of blazing blade intent were now surging and spreading!

The Dragon Demon Blade Intent—Shen Luoyan’s exclusive technique.

"Boom~~~"

With a deafening explosion, the North Sea Cultivation World’s renowned Great Cultivator instantly blew apart, his Nascent Soul reduced to a blood rain, which was further evaporated by the scorching Dragon Demon Blade Intent, leaving nothing behind but ashes!

"Roar~~~"

Amid the dragon’s roar, a pale, colossal shadow writhed and struggled in the air!

It was the Chaotic Heaven Giant Dragon—the embodiment of the transformed artifact spirit of the Chaotic Heaven Sword. Now that the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch was dead, the artifact spirit of the sword intended to escape, banishing itself from the world.

Unfortunately, it was intercepted by a strand of Shen Luoyan’s dense mana, struggling incessantly in midair.

"A transformed treasure..."

The Sea Covering Monarch’s eyes gleamed with greed. "Congratulations, Tower Master, on acquiring a supreme treasure!"

"Indeed."

Shen Luoyan abruptly tightened her grip with both hands, dragging the Chaotic Heaven Giant Dragon down from the air, transforming it into a delicate and exquisite miniature dragon in her palm. She then embedded it into the dim gray long sword with a smile: "The Chaotic Heaven Sword, a transformed treasure... indeed a rare artifact. Even in the Earth Immortal Realm we’re heading towards, it would be hard to come by. This treasure... shall henceforth belong to me."

The Sea Covering Monarch and Liangyi True Monarch nodded in unison. "Tower Master personally defeated the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch, so this treasure naturally rightfully belongs to you."

"Many thanks to you both for lending a hand."

Shen Luoyan smiled, then flicked a finger toward Ning Daoran. "Fellow Daoist Ning, had you not struck first and gravely injured the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch’s heart veins, it would have been much harder for me to succeed. Hence, this item is for you—use it wisely."

"Plop!"

Ning Daoran reached out to catch it, realizing Shen Luoyan had given him an exceptionally refined and high-grade storage ring.

It was none other than the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch’s storage ring!

At that moment, Ning Daoran was exhilarated.

A cultivator of the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch’s caliber—among the top tier of the North Sea Cultivation World—would have stored numerous treasures in such a storage ring. This seemingly humble ring was, in fact, equivalent to a massive Treasure Bowl!

"Thank you, Tower Master!"

Without reserve, he cupped his fists with a smile, saying, "I accept this gratefully!"

Shen Luoyan, being a Divinity Transformation expert, would likely use the chaos of this war to ascend and leave for the Earth Immortal Realm. Ning Daoran felt no need to hold back on politeness. After Shen Luoyan ascended, she’d have broader resources to pursue, while Ning Daoran still needed to cultivate in the Human World for many years before finding his opportunity to ascend. The treasure inventory in the ring was far more vital to his cultivation journey.

"Fellow Daoists Liangyi and Sea Covering."

Shen Luoyan said, "Now that the Chaotic Heaven Star Monarch is slain and the Flowing Bead Star Monarch has fled, this place is temporarily secure. The Jade Jade Palace on Jade Mountain Island contains a Fifth-grade Top-grade Spirit Vein; why don’t we go there for healing and rest to prepare for the next battle? What do you think?"

"Excellent idea!"

The two Late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators agreed unanimously, bowing their heads with clasped fists.

In the Eastern Wasteland Cultivation World, Shen Luoyan was undoubtedly a leader. Her words were like orders, unlikely to be contradicted by other cultivators.

"Tower Master Shen."

Ning Daoran said, "I recently experienced a battle on Jade Bottle Continent with the Divine Leaf Sect, where I shielded disciples of Chaotic Sect, Star Moon Pavilion, and other Qingzhou sects during their retreat. Now that I’ve arrived here, I wonder if Tower Master is aware of the whereabouts of the Chaotic Sect disciples?"

"Oh, they’ve been around."

Shen Luoyan replied, "Sea Covering Monarch, send word to Vice Tower Master Long, instructing him to escort the disciples of Chaotic Sect here to meet Fellow Daoist Ning."

"Understood. I’ll handle it immediately."

At this, Ning Daoran finally felt relieved, as if a heavy weight had been lifted from his heart.

...

The Jade Jade Palace.

Countless ancient buildings sprawled across a mountain ridge infused with a Fifth-grade Top-grade Spirit Vein, steeped in timeless elegance. Having escaped the ravages of battle, it seemingly served as a temporary refuge in the Eastern Wasteland Cultivation World.

Ning Daoran was allotted a Fifth-grade Top-grade dwelling cave at the mountain peak of the palace. His cave was located close to Shen Luoyan’s and even superior to those of the Sea Covering Monarch and Liangyi True Monarch.

Late at night, streaks of tunneling light descended from the northern sky.

Vice Tower Master Long Xingtian, a Late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, led the group, bowing in salute to Shen Luoyan before turning to Ning Daoran. Smiling, he said, "Young Friend Ning, it’s been years since we last crossed paths, but I never imagined you’d have grown this much. Truly, younger generations are to be admired!"

"Vice Tower Master Long flatters me."

Ning Daoran responded with a smile and clasped fists, saying, "I’ve made my way step by step, relying solely on my own efforts to progress. If compared to the breakthrough speed of other prodigies, my pace is already considered slow."

Shen Luoyan couldn’t help but chuckle, saying, "Your breakthroughs might be slow, but they’re the most stable. How many in the Eastern Wasteland Cultivation World can match your steady progression?"

Her tone carried deeply layered implications.

Ning Daoran felt his face turn slightly red. "Tower Master overpraises me."

At that moment, figures landed in the Jade Jade Palace—members of the Chaotic Sect.

Chen Xiyao was the first to approach, brimming with joy. She saluted reverently, saying, "Greetings, Ancestor!"

Han Wanying followed closely behind, her voice gentle, "Ancestor Ning, I’m so glad you’re alright..."

"Greetings, Ancestor Ning!"

Huang Gang, Zhou Tieshu, and others saluted one by one.

"Roar~~~"

A streak of white light revealed the Big Stupid Deer, who leaped straight into Ning Daoran’s arms.

Ning Daoran vigorously rubbed the deer’s head, laughing heartily as he played with the Big Stupid Deer. Since their decision to cultivate together, it was the first time they had been apart for so long.

Nearby, Little Baili smiled serenely at the scene, choosing not to interrupt.

"Tower Master Shen."

Ning Daoran said, "The Jade Jade Palace is spacious. Tonight, I and Old Lu shall host everyone for a grand feast. What do you think?"

"Wonderful!"

Shen Luoyan replied with a smile. "But my table must feature dishes personally cooked by Fellow Daoist Ning and Fellow Daoist Bai Lu—food made by paperfolk is always slightly lacking in flavor."

"Naturally!"

Night fell, and the Jade Jade Palace lit up brilliantly.

Ning Daoran set up dozens of woks, cooking passionately alongside the Big Stupid Deer and a group of Class A Paperfolk. All the ingredients were sourced from the Spirit Garden Cave Heaven. The feast included not only Shen Luoyan, Long Xingtian, Liangyi True Monarch, Lin Xuyan, and the members of Chaotic Sect but also a group of female cultivators from Star Moon Pavilion who had come along.

Under the starlight, rows of long tables were laid in the Jade Jade Palace’s corridors, which were originally meant for debates. The aroma of the dishes filled the air.

...

Late into the night, after the sumptuous meal, everyone dispersed to rest.

Bathed in moonlight, a stunningly beautiful female cultivator approached Ning Daoran’s back, her voice soft, "Fellow Daoist Ning..."

She was none other than Liu Xingyu, the enchanting Sect Master of Star Moon Pavilion.

"Actually, I should call you Senior Sister Liu."

Ning Daoran turned to face her, clasping his fists. "Years ago, I was just a mere cultivator at Qi Refinement Eighth Layer, looking up to Senior Sister Liu, who had already reached Qi Refinement Ninth Layer."

"So you’ve finally admitted that the one who saved me in the Cangnan Secret Realm was you?"

"I do not deny it."

"And during Qingzhou’s righteous-demonic battle, the person who saved me from that Foundation Establishment Demon Cultivator was also you?"

"Senior Sister Liu has an exceptional memory, worthy of admiration."

"Moreover, during the Qingzhou Grand Competition, when I saw someone accompanying Lin Sheng, Han Bing, and Zhao Lichen for a night tour of Qingzhou City, was that you as well?"

"Indeed, that was me..."

"If I’m not mistaken, in the Shattered Wilderness, the Core Formation cultivator who caused an extraordinary phenomenon—was also you?"

"Senior Sister Liu truly remembers well."

Liu Xingyu’s expression turned pained, her voice trembling. "You knew all along that I was looking for you, so why were you unwilling to meet me? Do you know how much grief you’ve caused me?"

Ning Daoran cupped his fists at once, saying, "Senior Sister, I already have a Daoist couple. It wouldn’t be right for me to say or do anything inappropriate."

"I know... it’s that Talisman Master Lin, isn’t it? I’ve seen her before."

Liu Xingyu appeared despondent, her entire being immersed in melancholy. In the moonlight, tears streamed down her face like falling rain. "Fate is truly cruel... If only I had formed my Nascent Soul sooner... if only I had remembered everything earlier..."