Forging Immortality through the Dao Seed

The voice was full of confusion.

Opposite him,

Feng Wuyu couldn't help but laugh, and then patiently explained to Zhang Jing:

"Haha, Junior Brother, as Junior Brother Zhu Ming said earlier, our master made such a decision because of your astonishing talent in the derivative world."

"Within just over thirty years, you have achieved full comprehension in thirty-six kinds of Tao Intent, which shows that you're extremely suitable to follow the derivative world's path."

"The probability of you attaining the status of Prove Taoist Immortal in the future is much higher than ours. Therefore, the master made you his official disciple in advance and personally guided you to avoid taking detours."

"As for the True Disciples——"

Feng Wuyu paused for a moment, and then continued:

"They are the real core disciples of our Boundless Tai Yi Taoist Gate, their real names are recorded in the golden book and jade register, and they enjoy high status and authority within the sect. Junior brother, since you have become master's official disciple, you naturally also become one of the True Disciples."

"As for the specific details, it's hard for me to explain them in a few words."

"Anyway, you will understand naturally once you return to the Taoist Gate."

On the spot,

Zhang Jing's face revealed a thoughtful expression.

"True Disciple, real name entered in the golden book and jade register?"

"From the sound of it, it seems the difference between them and other disciples is immense, somewhat similar to the distinction between inner and outer disciples within the Dao Institute of the Lower Realm."

He pondered in his heart.

But then he thought,

The Dao Institute in the lower realm was set up by the Taiyi Sect, so it's perfectly normal for there to be similarities.

While he was deep in thought,

Boom, Boom——

The void suddenly began to boil and churn, followed by a giant figure in a black robe drilling out from within.

Zhang Jing couldn't help but snap out of his thoughts and exclaimed in surprise:

"Spirit of the Secret Realm?"

"Ling Jiaoyun greets the two Immortals. The Immortal Sun at the core of the secret realm has calmed down, would you like to go and comprehend now, or wait a little longer?"

The Spirit of the Secret Realm swept its gaze slowly over Zhang Jing and then settled on Feng Wuyu, asking in a soft and gentle voice.

On its face was a sycophantic smile.

This was completely different from the attitude it had towards the many cultivators in the Secret Realm before.

In fact,

The Spirit of the Secret Realm was also quite confused.

Just a while ago, it was preparing to close the Secret Realm, but suddenly an order came from its master, saying that two people were to enter the core of the Secret Realm to comprehend the Immortal Sun.

Puzzlingly, one of them turned out to be Zhang Jing, who was only at the Foundation Establishment Realm.

The Spirit of the Secret Realm found it marvellously unbelievable.

Though his talents were high,

Unfortunately, his cultivation realm was too low to comprehend anything from the Immortal Sun.

"Perhaps he's benefiting from the prestige of that Unity Realm Stage cultivator."

It thought.

Although it didn't know the other person's exact identity, the person had been able to surprise the master and was allowed to comprehend the Immortal Sun, suggesting that there were likely terrifying powers behind him.

Thus, the Spirit of the Secret Realm couldn't afford not to be careful.

Opposite him,

Watching the scene unfold before his eyes,

Zhang Jing looked baffled.

He couldn't help but look at Feng Wuyu again and transmitted his question through divine sense:

"Senior Brother, what's going on? What are the Secret Realm core and Immortal Sun?"

Ever since he stepped into this peculiar space,

Zhang Jing felt,

He had experienced more shock and astonishment than in the past thirty years combined.

"Haha, Junior Brother, this is one of the initiation gifts from our master."

Feng Wuyu let out a hearty laugh, then explained:

"The Immortal Sun represents the core of the Jiaoyun Secret Realm; it conceals many original laws of a unique world, along with a hint of the Karmic Fire Grand Dao true intent originated from the Divine Monarch, which is incredibly precious."

"As long as you can comprehend something from it, it will greatly benefit the formation of your Primordial Golden Elixir. Moreover, the master said that the probability of you being able to comprehend something is very high."

"So that's how it is. I am grateful for the cultivation from the master and the guidance from Senior Brother!"

Zhang Jing spoke with deep gratitude.

"Then, Junior Brother, do you want to go in now, or adjust your state a bit?"

"Let's do it now, senior brother."

"Alright!"

No sooner had he finished speaking,

Than Feng Wuyu rose to his feet, glanced indifferently at the Spirit of the Secret Realm, and said lightly:

"There's no need to wait; you can take us to the core of the secret realm now."

"Two Immortals, please follow me."

As the voice fell,

The Spirit of the Secret Realm slightly bowed before turning and walking into a heavy stone gate that had suddenly materialized.

"Junior Brother, let's go."

Feng Wuyu reminded Zhang Jing with a smile before also entering the stone gate.

His brisk steps revealed a trace of impatience.

Behind him.

"My teacher said that I have a high probability of gaining enlightenment... which means, he knows of my Dao Yuan Qing Yun, otherwise he wouldn't say such a thing."

"Indeed, one cannot hide anything from the teacher of that nature."

Zhang Jing slightly shook his head.

However, since the teacher did not inquire further, this meant that he was tacitly allowing him to have secrets.

This might not necessarily be a bad thing.

After thinking about it.

A faint smile of relief appeared on Zhang Jing's face, and he followed behind his Senior Brother, heading towards the thick stone door.

"The original Dao principle of the world, the true meaning of the Karma Fire Great Dao?"

A glimmer of anticipation flashed in his eyes.

Just recently.

He was regretting that he was unable to grasp the golden opportunity to comprehend the Dao when Jiaoyun Secret Realm and Dongzhen Huamiao Realm intersected, revealing the divine chains of Dao principles.

But who could have thought?

Only half a moment later.

He would be able to proceed to the core of the secret realm, freely understanding various Dao principles.

...

"That's the Immortal Sun. According to my master's decree, the two immortals can contemplate here for up to three years. If you need anything, just whisper my name."

"I'll leave the two Immortals to their contemplation."

The Spirit of Secret Realm pointed forward, its figure gradually fading away.

Zhang Jing looked in the direction indicated by the other's finger.

The next moment.

A hint of astonishment appeared on his face.

In his vision.

A faintly visible golden sun, filled up his entire line of sight. It was unknown how many billions of miles wide it was, and it was shimmering with a faint golden light, occasionally raising hundreds of thousands of feet high fire waves.

And within the fire waves.

Each thick Dao Principle chain appeared and disappeared instantaneously.

They crisscrossed enigmatically.

"Junior Brother, you must seize the moment. Three years will pass in the blink of an eye."

A friendly reminder echoed in his ears.

Zhang Jing looked in the direction of the voice.

He saw Senior Brother Feng Wuyu had already found a low mountain,, sat cross-legged, facing the enormous golden sun head on, and instantly entered the state of enlightenment.

The figure in front of the sun seemed as insignificant as a speck of dust.

But there was a powerful aura emanating from it.

Not something to be ignored.

At this sight.

Zhang Jing's heart tightened involuntarily.

Immediately, he turned into a ray of light, crossing through the low sky, and finally landed on the peak of another sword-like mountain.

Sat cross-legged.

The six levels of Dao Yuan Qing Yun Immortal Seed quietly rose, and beams of immortal light were born.

The divine gaze opened, shooting out an infinite light, directly focusing on the Immortal Sun that covered the sky and the earth.

Zhang Jing's gaze instantly became calm.

His expression was neither sad nor happy.

...

There's no concept of time in cultivation.

While focusing on understanding the immortal sun, Zhang Jing could no longer sense the passage of time.

One day.

Upon the Immortal Sun.

Within the boundless flames, an immeasurably immense and hot Dao Principle chain suddenly appeared.

The heavenly gaze instantly focused on it.

Above the Dao Yuan Qing Yun Immortal Seed, the six colors of divine light circulated endlessly, quickly becoming brighter.

In an instant.

An indescribable terrifying truth was caught by Zhang Jing.

Simultaneously.

A horrifying scene briefly flashed before his eyes.

It was a world engulfed by blood-colored Karma Fire, where all creatures struggled amidst the endless Karma Fire, including godly and demonic beings millions of feet tall.

Above the sky.

A vast sun radiated infinite red light.

The World was collapsing, and all beings were wailing.

"You all, with endless desire in your hearts, committed heinous Karma, you shall suffer the penalties!"

A vague and chilling majestic demonic voice suddenly echoed throughout the world.

Then he looked again.

The blood-red sun in the sky, wasn't a sun at all. It is clearly an eye irradiating boundless crimson Karma Fire.

In the darkness.

A piece of information circulated in Zhang Jing's mind.

"True Intent of Red Lotus Karma Fire Purifying the world? There seems to be a divine skill heritage concealed within!"

His eyes lit up.