Longevity Martial Arts: I have a Mysterious Water Snake Avatar-Chapter 569 - 425: The Sun Shines Brightly, Spring is in the Air
In the Cave Heaven, as Hua Menghuang fell into a slumber from absorbing the opportunity left by the Azure Lotus Heaven Lord, the Kui Wood Divine Tree surprisingly began to blossom, bit by bit, with a luminous azure divine light.
Gradually, the luminous azure divine light completely enveloped the Kui Wood Divine Tree, causing its appearance to undergo a miraculous transformation into that of another towering giant tree.
Looking closely, the reflection of this towering giant tree gradually became clear—the Eternal Azure Lotus!
A sky-reaching, earth-connecting Eternal Azure Lotus instantly manifested, boundless immortal mist suffusing the air. Within it, True Dragons submerged and Immortal Phoenixes struggled; a plethora of terrifying visions appeared.
With a swoosh.
The crowd outside immediately turned their gazes towards Hong Yuan.
This was because Hong Yuan had also once manifested the vision of the Eternal Azure Lotus!
"HISS~"
"The Eternal Azure Lotus..."
"It is rumored that Bo Qing inherited the true intent of the Sword Tao from the Azure Lotus Heaven Lord. It's unknown what kind of Creation Hua Menghuang will receive from the Azure Lotus Heaven Lord?"
"Regardless of the aspect of Creation, once Hua Menghuang awakens, she will certainly undergo a terrifying metamorphosis. No wonder the Emperor's son said this is an astonishing opportunity."
"Great Creation, a great Creation indeed."
"It seems Bo Qing must have taught Hua Menghuang the Sword Tao's true intent that he inherited from the Azure Lotus Heaven Lord. Looking at it this way, Hua Menghuang is indeed uniquely blessed, with a profound karmic fortune!"
"At this moment, I am increasingly convinced that Hua Menghuang is, in all likelihood, the Great Dream Emperor. Her performance is not inferior to that of the Ancient Emperors."
"..."
The crowd buzzed with discussion, the noise unceasing.
Their gazes shifted, now on Hong Yuan, now on Hua Menghuang, moving back and forth between the two.
As for Butterfly Sword Martial Saint, also Hua Menghuang's master, heh, although they were reluctant to admit it, they indeed held "Bo Qing" in higher esteem.
In fact, it wasn't that Butterfly Sword Martial Saint wasn't powerful. However, compared to Bo Qing, she seemed much dimmer, not even in the same league.
"Interesting, truly interesting," Hong Yuan narrowed his eyes, patiently watching the light screen, as if trying to discern through it the kind of transformation Hua Menghuang was undergoing.
Doing likewise were Phoenix Creek Great Saint, Mou Liang Great Saint, the Five Great Academy Elders, and other formidable beings.
They couldn't help but be amazed. The Eternal Azure Lotus was rumored to be an invincible existence on the Path of Immortality. It was said that after experiencing nine lives and returning across the river of time, such an existence could achieve the Path of Immortality.
Even Azure Lotus Heaven Lord, Flower Tao God, was suspected to be a reincarnation from one of the Eternal Azure Lotus's lifetimes.
If they could uncover this crucial point, perhaps these old folks would also have a chance to live a second life, to battle again on the Nine Heavens Ancient Path!?
"The Eternal Azure Lotus... returning across the river of time... attaining the Path of Immortality..." Hong Yuan tightly squeezed Butterfly Sword Martial Saint's fingers, feeling their softness, his mind pondering.
This path, if he wasn't mistaken, Great Moon Saint Han Jiuming had also contemplated it, and Han Jiuming had even laid some groundwork. However, judging from the sudden encounter with the Mecha World during the Dream Tao Saint Tribulation, Han Jiuming ultimately abandoned this path, choosing instead to venture beyond the Martial World to seek the Path of Immortality. In Hong Yuan's view, Han Jiuming was somewhat greedy. He not only wanted to achieve immortality for himself but also wished to bring his two Daoist companions, Han Kui and Kun Rong, to immortality as well. Therefore, it came as no surprise to Hong Yuan that all traces of Han Jiuming vanished within the Martial World!
Suddenly, Hong Yuan's eyes lit up, and he stared blankly at Hua Menghuang in the light mirror.
BOOM!
RUMBLE!
RUMBLE RUMBLE!
Atop the Kui Wood Divine Tree, the slumbering Hua Menghuang released a white mist from her body, accompanied by faint immortal music.
This white mist, attuned to Hua Menghuang's breathing, began to evolve earth, fire, water, and wind, reshaping heaven and earth.
Inside it, a Dream Tao world was actually contained!
"Qing, what is that white mist?" Butterfly Sword Martial Saint asked, her eyes filled with confusion and doubt.
"No, that's not white mist. That is Menghuang's natal Holy Artifact, named Dream Sword. Moreover, Menghuang is absorbing some Dream Tao Avenue Truth from the other eight Great Dream Seeds," Hong Yuan said thoughtfully.
The battle for Destiny, it seems, had already begun.
However, Hong Yuan's heart soon stirred with excitement.
The nine Great Dream Seeds each represented one of the nine different evolutionary directions of the Dream Tao.
The Dream Tao Mystery hidden within them held significant reference value, as this was "talent," almost impossible to replicate.
But the battle for Destiny among the Great Dream Seeds was precisely the moment for the Dream Tao Mystery to be transferred.
Therefore, Hong Yuan had cultivated Hua Menghuang and also considered supporting Shang Yaoqin. He never put all his eggs in one basket!
According to Hong Yuan's deductions, if he could successfully comprehend the Dream Tao Mystery from all nine Great Dream Seeds, he should be able to advance from a Dream Tao Grandmaster to a Dream Tao Supreme Grandmaster. Then, he would become the Dream Tao Master.
"My good disciple, let your master assist you once more in your cultivation."
Watching Hua Menghuang, still in the midst of her transformation, Hong Yuan smiled, his expression warm and mellow.
He, Hong Yuan, was also on the verge of reaping his rewards. It wasn't that Hong Yuan didn't want to forcibly elevate his Dream Tao Grandmaster attainment to that of a Dream Tao Supreme Grandmaster through his own power. But the process was too difficult, exceedingly so!!! Relying solely on his own exploration was practically asking for trouble, even with his Great Emperor level talent and intellect. The realm of a school's Supreme Grandmaster was a major requirement for attaining emperorship. This realm was also known as the school's Tao Master, unique in the world, controlling all Tao Marks of the same school! Therefore, attempting to elevate his Dream Tao Grandmaster attainment to that of a Dream Tao Supreme Grandmaster through solitary effort was nothing short of Fool's Dream Talk. Most importantly, Hong Yuan had to compete with the nine Great Dream Seeds for this sole position of Dream Tao Master; he couldn't afford to leisurely comprehend the Dream Tao. Since there were shortcuts and clear directions, Hong Yuan would naturally take them. Moreover, achieving the realm of Supreme Grandmaster of the Dream Tao school would mean Hong Yuan no longer had to worry about the emergence of the Great Dream Emperor. He could also rest easy regarding his Demonic Body.
"Menghuang, my good disciple, it's time for you to alleviate your master's worries..." Hong Yuan watched Hua Menghuang's figure, feeling increasingly satisfied.
Unbeknownst to her, Hua Menghuang had already become a cultivation crucible for Hong Yuan's Dream Tao. Indeed, lurking in the shadows made it easier to accomplish great things!
***
"The formidable pass is a veritable iron wall, yet today we stride over it from the start!"
"A temporary lead means nothing. Compose yourself."
"In the Eastern Wilderness Divine Continent, you not only have favorable timing and location but also the support of the people. With Hong Yuan's help, it remains uncertain who will ultimately emerge victorious..."
Phoenix Creek Great Saint offered Shang Yaoqin guidance, a word here and there, his tone indifferent.
Failure was undoubtedly disheartening, but it was often the norm in life.
Even Phoenix Creek Great Saint, who had once been invincible, had calmly accepted his current state of decay as his vitality waned and the years passed.
Therefore, Phoenix Creek Great Saint serenely accepted the final outcome of the awakening ceremony for the nine Great Dream Seeds.
"I... I understand," Shang Yaoqin wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes, her gaze resolute as she watched Hua Menghuang transforming in the light mirror.
This time, it was her, Shang Yaoqin's, attitude that had been improper; she had underestimated the heroes of the world. She had mistakenly believed that with just a little effort, anything could be easily achieved, which led to this major setback! But at their next encounter, she would give her all, and in this battle for Destiny, she would radiate her own unique brilliance!
However, Hong Yuan? Shang Yaoqin blinked her bright eyes, genuinely curious.
Previously, she had learned of Hong Yuan's existence through letters from her senior sister, Ye Zhuyin.
Hong Yuan was the foremost figure among mortals in the Eastern Wilderness Divine Continent, an unrivaled hegemon who swept away all opposition.
But can an existence like Hong Yuan truly participate in the war among us Great Dream Seeds? Shang Yaoqin hesitated. It wasn't that she looked down on Hong Yuan, but every Great Dream Seed was a Supreme Talent with the potential to strive for the Great Emperor Realm!
Phoenix Creek Great Saint smiled, hands clasped behind his back as he gazed up at the Nine Heavens, saying,
"Do you know of the Nine Heavens Ancient Path?"
"The Great Taoism encompasses fifty paths; Heaven dictates forty-nine, leaving one as an escape."
"Apart from the two races chosen by Destiny, other cultivators seek Tao Achievement through trials on the Nine Heavens Ancient Path, but such individuals are rare, appearing perhaps only once in a hundred thousand years."
A gentle breeze swept by, bringing a hint of coolness.
At this moment, in Shang Yaoqin's mind, Hong Yuan was branded an absolute powerhouse. Somehow, Shang Yaoqin found herself greatly anticipating her first encounter with Hong Yuan.
***
「The sky grew dark as night approached.」
Moonlight scattered across the mortal realm, bringing specks of light.
Amidst voices bidding farewell, people departed one after another, some transforming into divine rainbows, others riding war chariots, or soaring on clouds and mist.
They were going to prepare for their moves in the Eastern Wilderness Divine Continent!
However, as each Great Dream Seed left, they all took a deep, lingering look at Hua Menghuang, who was still transforming.
Xiao Yuan did so, Shang Yaoqin did so, Shi Xiangmin did so...
After just one day, these Great Dream Seeds had all found new motivation, and a formidable enemy they had to defeat at all costs. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚
In life, one can be without family, without a lover, without friends, but one must never be without an enemy!
From his high seat, East Supreme Saint observed the Great Dream Seeds, whose essence, spirit, and vitality had clearly surged once more, and he felt greatly gratified.
"Good, good, good."
"The current awakening ceremony is merely the prelude to the battle for Destiny; the final outcome remains unknown."
"Keep striving. I look forward to you determining the ultimate champion, so that before my Life Span ends, I may witness the moment Xuan Guangqiao is suppressed and killed."
East Supreme Saint slowly stood up, gazing into the distance toward the Endless Sea Area.
He seemed able to peer across vast distances, observing Xuan Guangqiao, who was in secluded cultivation within the Dragon God Sacred Land.
In truth, East Supreme Saint was determined to accelerate the process repeatedly, even at the cost of the Human Race's foundation, to cultivate the Great Dream Emperor more quickly, all for a single reason:
His Life Span was less than two hundred years!!! East Supreme Saint was unwilling, and did not wish, to leave the colossal problem of Xuan Guangqiao to his successors. As the Human Race Leader, he too had his responsibilities—
***
「Ten days later.」
Deep in the night.
Southern Border Divine Continent, Ji Clan Butterfly Garden, the palace where Butterfly Sword Martial Saint resided.
After settling Hua Menghuang, Butterfly Sword Martial Saint, her fingers tightly interlocked with Hong Yuan's, returned to their bedroom.
Butterfly Sword Martial Saint was very happy, exceptionally so. She kept repeating to Hong Yuan the sweet nothings she had learned from romance novels.
"Qing, I'm so, so lucky to have met you," Butterfly Sword Martial Saint whispered as low as she could, displaying her final shred of reserve.
But as Hong Yuan embraced her, the warmth and familiar scent of his presence made her heartbeat accelerate, and she involuntarily recalled that "Water Dragon Fire Phoenix" night.
"Mmm..." Butterfly Sword Martial Saint suddenly let out a soft, trembling moan.
It turned out Hong Yuan had noticed Butterfly Sword Martial Saint's mind was wandering. Faced with Butterfly Sword Martial Saint in this state, Hong Yuan knew exactly what he ought to do.
***
「The next morning.」
The sun shone brightly; spring was in the air.
Hua Menghuang woke up early, eager to share the joy of her cultivation breakthrough with her two masters.
But she was informed that her two masters had important matters to attend to and was asked to cultivate on her own. This left her feeling rather helpless...
