Global Catastrophe: I Begin to Evolve from an Ancient Tree-Chapter 103: Celestial Tribulation of Transformation
"Transformation Celestial Tribulation!"
Gu Qingyang’s gaze fell upon the Northern Continent, where tribulation clouds had begun to appear.
Humans are reputed as Heavenly Dao bodies, possessing inherent advantages in cultivation, thus non-human beings must undergo the Transformation Celestial Tribulation upon reaching the fifth rank.
The appearance of a celestial tribulation is a test from the heavens, a natural rule of existence, and even as a Heavenly Dao Agent, it cannot be easily erased.
Of course.
Although Gu Qingyang cannot erase the celestial tribulation, he can increase its intensity, causing the tribulation crossers to fall in the calamity.
However.
Gu Qingyang certainly wouldn’t increase the tribulation power for the Evergreen Ancient Tree.
"Ordinary beings can cross the tribulation at the fifth rank, but as the Heavenly Dao Divine Tree, it’s not that easy for me to transform!"
He thought to himself, without much emotion.
Whether or not to transform is of little consequence to Gu Qingyang at this time.
The Heavenly Dao Spirit Root is the supreme foundation; so-called Divine Body and Saint Body are inferior, and in terms of cultivation speed, Gu Qingyang is confident that no one can match him.
Therefore, where other beings need to cross the tribulation, Gu Qingyang does not.
Moreover.
He is now the Heavenly Dao Divine Tree. Should he reach the threshold of tribulation crossing and transformation in this realm one day, Gu Qingyang doubts whether the Cyan Yang realm could even bring down a celestial tribulation.
...
Northern Continent.
The celestial tribulation descended with a roar.
The Azure Celestial Divine Tree’s branches were robust, its verdant leaves exuding rich spiritual power, and when the celestial tribulation struck, the branches and leaves merely trembled slightly with no damage visible.
"What powerful celestial tribulation strength!"
The moment the celestial tribulation was observed via satellite over the Northern Continent, images were transmitted back to the Imperial City of the Eastern Continent, where several Divine Court Elders, including Gu Fang, gathered to watch the celestial tribulation.
Even though it was merely an image, these elders could sense the immense power of the celestial tribulation.
Gu Fang’s expression was grave: "It’s said that non-human beings face the Transformation Celestial Tribulation upon reaching the fifth rank. Judging by this, the power of this tribulation is not to be underestimated; it’s likely of a fifth-rank level!"
The expressions of the other elders changed slightly upon hearing this.
The tribulation power comparable to the fifth rank is a destructive threat to fourth-rank perfected cultivators.
Yet seeing the Evergreen Ancient Tree accepting the celestial tribulation’s baptism without damage, they regarded this tree from the Kunlun Divine Realm with renewed respect.
Ji Xuan said, "The Evergreen Ancient Tree, worthy of emerging from the Kunlun Divine Realm, has unfathomable depths, only slightly inferior to the Divine Body within the same realm.
The power of the Transformation Celestial Tribulation is formidable, but it likely poses no real threat to it."
"If the Evergreen Ancient Tree successfully crosses the tribulation, our Cyan Yang Divine Court will gain another fifth-rank powerhouse!"
"Indeed... Moreover, besides the Evergreen Ancient Tree, other ancient trees will soon cross their tribulations as well—"
The remaining elders all voiced their opinions on the matter.
Regardless, the Evergreen Ancient Tree crossing the tribulation is undoubtedly a good thing.
Then.
Everyone’s gaze focused back on the video.
...
The celestial tribulation struck.
Countless bolts of lightning tore through space, leaving heart-palpitating black fissures that quickly healed.
As Ji Xuan noted, the Evergreen Ancient Tree is rich with heritage, its power not much inferior to that of typical fifth-rank cultivators.
Although the Transformation Celestial Tribulation’s power is strong, it currently poses no real threat to it.
However.
With the increasing power of the tribulation, the Evergreen Ancient Tree gradually felt pressure; its verdant green branches turned to char, and the trunk bore indelible scars.
But in the next instant.
A tremendous life force surged from its roots, instantly flooding the tree, rejuvenating the charred branches with vibrant life.
Immediately thereafter.
The roots rose, swaying like a frenzied dragon, striking at the celestial tribulation.
Concurrently.
The tribulation birthed new lightning.
The two forces collided in mid-air, cracking space like a spiderweb, with roots breaking apart, only for fresh energy to flow in and restore them.
"It seems the Evergreen Wood Technique indeed naturally harmonizes with ancient trees, providing considerable advantage even when facing celestial tribulations!"
Gu Qingyang observed the tribulation scene with silent satisfaction.
Spiritual power cultivated through the Evergreen Wood Technique contains immense life force, significantly enhancing self-repair capabilities, ensuring endurance in prolonged battles.
After all, ancient trees inherently possess robust life force, and when coupled with the Evergreen Wood Technique, the technique’s full potential is unleashed.
As demonstrated in the current tribulation scenario, the Evergreen Wood Technique allows the Evergreen Ancient Tree to endure the celestial tribulation longer and thus succeed in the tribulation crossing.
"The fifth-rank celestial tribulation should consist of forty-nine strikes. With over forty already, not many remain.
Given the Evergreen Ancient Tree’s heritage, this tribulation crossing seems unlikely to present problems."
Gu Qingyang thought to himself.
The forty-nine celestial tribulation strikes begin with power at the perfected fourth rank and progress into the fifth rank, with the final strikes reaching nearly the pinnacle of fifth-rank lower-grade strength.
For ordinary cultivators, surviving such a potent tribulation crossing is a perilous endeavor, but the Evergreen Ancient Tree will undoubtedly manage.
As if to confirm Gu Qingyang’s thoughts, the final celestial tribulation strike descended with terrifying force, shattering numerous branches, with lingering lightning energy scorching the tree’s trunk into a shocking black.
Soon after.
The celestial tribulation dispersed.
A vast life force emerged from the Evergreen Ancient Tree, followed by a burst of radiance enveloping the entire tree.
In the next moment.
The tree’s form gradually faded, transforming into a middle-aged man wearing green, with a gentle face.
"From this day forth, my name is Gu Changqing!"
As the words fell, the heavens seemed to resonate with a response.
The Evergreen Ancient Tree, now Gu Changqing, descended slowly from mid-air, bowing towards the direction of the Kunlun Divine Realm.
"Thank you, Father God, for bestowing the technique, allowing me to cross the tribulation and transform!"
As he spoke, spiritual qi converged in the void, and Gu Qingyang’s figure reappeared.
"Now that you have crossed the tribulation, you shall serve as an elder of the Cyan Yang Divine Court, overseeing the Evergreen Ancient City!"
"Gu Changqing dutifully follows the Divine Emperor’s decree!"
Gu Changqing wore a solemn expression, no longer calling him by the term Father God, but respectfully using the term Divine Emperor.
Gu Qingyang nodded slightly at these words, his figure gradually disappearing.
Upon witnessing this scene, everyone bowed in unison towards the direction where Gu Qingyang’s figure had vanished.
"Farewell, Divine Emperor!"
