Chapter 200: Chapter 200: Reincarnating to Pursue Attainment

“As for what’s called ascending and Seeking Gold, every sect has its own interpretation. But it can be summarized in a single phrase: Refine the Gold Attribute to elevate a Blessed Land, transform it into a Grotto Heaven, and attain the Fruit.”

Perfected Chong Guang smiled, speaking with ease and eloquence:

“A so-called ’Blessed Land’ is what’s formed when a Great Trueman at Foundation Establishment Perfection uses their own Innate Ability as a base, supplements it with their Innate Divine Technique, and expands their Dao Foundation.”

“When a Blessed Land ascends, it becomes a Grotto Heaven.”

“Furthermore, only a Grotto Heaven can merge with a Heaven and Earth Fruit Position. As for how to transform a Blessed Land into a Grotto Heaven, the key lies in the Gold Attribute.”

“The Gold Attribute is the very essence of the Soul.”

“A Great Trueman at Foundation Establishment Perfection refines an immortal Gold Attribute from their own Soul and uses it to elevate their Blessed Land, transforming it into a Grotto Heaven.”

At this, Perfected Chong Guang glanced at Lü Yang again and chuckled. “However, if the process of Seeking Gold fails, the Blessed Land will be unable to withstand the Dao Transformation brought by the Fruit. It will then merge with the Gold Attribute and give birth to a Daoist Remnant. This Daoist Remnant inherits all the knowledge of the original body, and its power is even a level higher than Foundation Establishment Perfection.”

“But a Daoist Remnant is not a Cultivator, after all.”

“Its very existence is a phenomenon that defies common sense, and it takes pleasure in devouring Cultivators. Therefore, they are usually eliminated by the combined efforts of All True Monarchs.”

“For instance, if I were to fail this time, World Purger Fei Xue would be the one to eliminate the Daoist Remnant I would become.”

Perfected Chong Guang even used himself as an example. However, before he could finish, Lü Yang stood up with a solemn expression, his words ringing like steel.

“Martial Uncle, you mustn’t speak such nonsense!”

“For this attempt at Seeking Gold, Martial Uncle, you have made every preparation. You have a Perfected Lord watching over you from above and us willing to lay down our lives for you below. Victory is all but assured! Martial Uncle, you must not let your Dao Heart waver!”

“Hahaha… You’re right. I misspoke.”

Perfected Chong Guang narrowed his eyes. Although he knew Lü Yang was flattering him, the words still made sense and were pleasant to hear.

Seeing this, the silent Perfected Yin Shan could only sigh inwardly. ’A hundred years… Back then, I was a grand senior in Lü Yang’s eyes. Now, he’s closer to Martial Brother Chong Guang, and I’m just sitting on the sidelines. Thinking about it now, I really am too clumsy with words!’

’Why didn’t I think of saying that just now?’

That being said, Perfected Yin Shan held no negative feelings. He adjusted his mindset quickly and said calmly, “Martial Brother, you have made ample preparations for all internal factors.”

“You are confident you can overcome any internal tribulation.”

“The only concern is the external tribulation.”

Perfected Yin Shan’s words made Lü Yang’s expression turn serious as well. “External tribulation… Martial Brother, are you saying that on the day Martial Uncle attempts to ascend and Seek Gold, outsiders will attack?”

“Not ’will,’ but ’definitely’.”

Perfected Chong Guang chuckled lightly. “After all, I cannot make my breakthrough within the Stain Sect… In fact, to ascend, I must travel to another domain.”

Lü Yang frowned. “What domain?”

“That domain is located southwest of the North.”

“It is called Qing Country.”

Perfected Chong Guang explained, “This place is a Marvel that the Daoist Court Emperor drove into the North after our Stain Sect lost a Battle for the Dao.”

“The cultivation there is completely different from our North. It emulates the Dao Court and is located on the border between the West and the East. It also serves as the Dao Court’s bridgehead into the North.”

“I intend to take it and use it as the resource for my ascension.”

As his voice fell, the Qi trace around Perfected Chong Guang suddenly changed. It was like a single spark, insignificant at first, but in an instant, it grew into a raging inferno.

“Do you know the characteristics of the Fruit of Lamp-Cover Fire?”

Inside the great hall, Perfected Chong Guang’s voice became ethereal.

Lü Yang’s expression was grave. He had once used the Li Wei Divine Effect of his Abi Sword to witness firsthand the phenomenon manifested by the Fruit of Lamp-Cover Fire.

“The Fruit of Lamp-Cover Fire is, in truth, the Golden Cup Light. It illuminates where the sun and moon do not shine, and brightens the world before Heaven and Earth are lit.”

“Yuan Tu is correct.”

Hearing this, Perfected Chong Guang nodded. “To ascend, one’s words and actions must align with the imagery of the Fruit itself. Only then can you resonate with the Fruit.”

“The Fruit of Lamp-Cover Fire ’illuminates where the sun and moon do not shine, and brightens the world before it is lit.’ From this, I take the concept of ’Reversal.’ Therefore, I must prove my path by reversing the rules of another Fruit. And Qing Country, being a Marvel that the Daoist Court Emperor established in our North, naturally contains the rules of a Dao Court Fruit.”

“This is my opportunity to achieve the Dao.”

At this point, Perfected Chong Guang finally revealed his plan. “I intend to reincarnate, enter Qing Country, and reverse its Dao Court Order from the inside out…”

As he spoke, a Splendid Light emerged behind him, as if a lamp had been lit. Its faint flame gradually began to radiate a brilliant glow.

“Using the *Heart Fire Illuminating Divine Pill Book*, I cultivated the Six Harmonies Bright Essence Dao Qi, established the Zhonghua Sun Pavilion Dao Foundation, and refined my Innate Ability, the Clear Flight Scenery Map. I combined the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches to transform it into my Innate Divine Technique, and I completed my Innate Ability with the Immortal Tree, the Shade Dragon Water, the Fear of Cutting, and the Steel Flame Furnace.”

“Thus, I created the Dongyang Blessed Land!”

As his voice fell, the Splendid Light behind Perfected Chong Guang fully coalesced. Vaguely, one could see pavilions and towers, with a rising sun and soaring scenery, illuminating the entire hall!

“Once I reverse the order in Qing Country, I will surely receive the favor of the Fruit Position, ascend, and Seek Gold!”

Bathed in the Splendid Light, Lü Yang’s expression was solemn.

’He understood what Perfected Chong Guang meant… This so-called Seeking Gold is actually just a massive Ritual, performed to beseech a Fruit to cast its gaze upon you.’

’And only with the Fruit’s guidance can one ensure the Blessed Land ascends in the correct direction.’

’Otherwise, if you fly to the wrong place, to the domain of the wrong Fruit, then in the best-case scenario, your Blessed Land will fall. In the worst-case, it will shatter completely, and the attempt at Seeking Gold will have failed.’

’Perfected Chong Guang is in exactly this situation now. His cultivation is at Perfection, his Gold Attribute is complete, and he is fully prepared to begin his breakthrough. The only thing missing is the final step: receiving the favor of the Fruit of Lamp-Cover Fire to guide him to the Fruit’s location. Once that is successful, the ascension of his Blessed Land into a Grotto Heaven will be a foregone conclusion.’

“I am willing to die for you, Martial Uncle!”

Without a second thought, Lü Yang immediately stated his position. Perfected Yin Shan followed suit. Seeing this, Perfected Chong Guang slowly withdrew his Qi trace.

“I naturally trust you both. Otherwise, I would not have entrusted this matter to you.

“However, reversing the rules of a Fruit is no small matter.”

“To succeed, external force alone is useless. There must be coordination between the inside and the outside, exerting pressure simultaneously. Only with both internal and external threats can the rules of the Fruit be brought down.”

“My reincarnation into Qing Country is to apply pressure from within.”

“Therefore, I also need you to gather the cultivators of the North, march south to attack Qing Country, and apply pressure from without. This will create the opportunity for me to reverse its order.”

As his voice fell, Lü Yang let out a long, heavy breath.

’No wonder,’ he thought. ’After I hit the jackpot scavenging corpses Overseas, neither World Purger Fei Xue nor Perfected Chong Guang seemed to mind.’

’Turns out they want me to go risk my life!’

’March south to attack Qing Country?’

’I don’t even need to think about it. As a Marvel the Daoist Court Emperor established in the North, we’ll inevitably have to confront the Dao Court. And since we’re going south, the Sword Pavilion will most likely get involved too!’

’In a situation like this, the stronger I am, the better.’

’That’s why Perfected Chong Guang was more than happy to see me gain more benefits. How could he possibly compete with me for them? After all, nothing is more important than his own ascension and attempt at Seeking Gold.’

’In other words, since I’ve already received so many benefits…’

’…how could I refuse to help?’

At this thought, Lü Yang immediately cupped his fist in a salute and declared loudly, “I am willing to follow your intentions, Martial Uncle. Just say the word, and this disciple will march south without hesitation!”

Seeing this, Perfected Chong Guang finally let out a loud laugh. “Yuan Tu, no need for formalities.”

“I have already received an edict from World Purger Fei Xue. Before you march south, Yuan Tu, you may take a trip to the Dharma Hall on Holy Fire Cliff and choose one or two Daoist Arts for your protection.”

After speaking, Perfected Chong Guang and Lü Yang looked at each other and smiled.

Clearly, Perfected Chong Guang understood the situation perfectly.

Lü Yang had declared his stance first. That was a matter of loyalty.

However, loyalty doesn’t put food on the table. They were all Perfected Persons of the Stain Sect; no one would be fooled by empty promises. So, Perfected Chong Guang didn’t bother with pleasantries.

The moment Lü Yang agreed to act, Perfected Chong Guang offered a reward.

Now *this* was the way of the Stain Sect!

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