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Aoxingyun perished due to his own arrogance and pride. If it weren't for his impulsive strike, he wouldn't have provoked the furious counterattacks from Zuo Dao and Yan Zhen.
His dismembered body fell from the void, quickly reduced to ashes by the relentless punishment.
Aoxingyun's fall caught the attention of the cultivators from the Star Sea Dragon Palace. They had been observing the events unfolding behind them, believing that Aoxingyun's actions were merely intended to teach a lesson. However, they felt that intervening at this moment was somewhat dishonorable, yet they did not consider themselves at fault.
Each of them glared at Zuo Dao with hatred, but Young Master Zuo didn't even glance at them. He simply flicked his sword, its gleaming blade dripping with no blood, as if he were merely shaking off something distasteful.
Zuo Dao had already completed his transaction with the Star Sea Dragon Palace. The final strike from the other party left him feeling extremely displeased, but since he had already killed Aoxingyun, he chose not to dwell on it further.
The ascension of the Star Sea Dragon Palace members did not surprise him. The Dao began to repair itself, and the hole above his head was slowly healing. Yet, he felt no urgency whatsoever.
This rare punishment and thunder tribulation presented a great opportunity. Although some disciples among the Heterodox were severely injured, they could still hold on. The longer the punishment lasted, the more benefits they would gain.
Zuo Dao had a strong premonition that after this operation, it might be time for their separation.
Even with the Nine Monoliths in hand, he could not retrieve them at this moment; doing so would create a situation where they would each ascend separately.
The Nine Monoliths represented one world, while the Great Celestial Domain represented another; these two worlds were utterly incompatible. Under the punishment, it was impossible for him to open a passage to the Nine Monoliths.
The pressure from another realm was undoubtedly stronger than that of the Great Celestial Domain; crossing over would require a price to be paid.
Thunderous punishments came in waves, but anyone could see that they were losing strength. The previously broken hole had completely healed, and Dao Intent Will let out its final mournful cry like a wounded beast.
If Zuo Dao had known that the celestial flame within him could burn through this domain, he wouldn't have expended so much effort. However, that strand of celestial flame within him was beyond his control. If it weren't for being previously wounded by the Giant Spirit God, he still wouldn't know how long he would have to lie low.
This Transcend Tribulation was at most at the level of an Immortal Emperor, suppressed by the Great Formation of Human Anger. Each person needed to exert minimal effort in controlling their own situation.
Although the group had only temporarily raised their Realm to the level of Immortal Emperor, the power contained within them was already at the Celestial Immortal level. They would need to wait until they reached another domain to break through.
The enhancement was not the main focus this time; Zuo Dao aimed to lead them to a higher level.
The tribulation had passed, and among those remaining in the Great Celestial Domain, the Half-Step Xuanxian had either perished, fled, or been exiled—almost none remained. The path had suddenly gained great liberation.
Yet, Zuo Dao and the others had not yet departed.
He looked up at the horizon, his gaze profound.
"Let’s go!"
With a hint of regret, flames erupted around Zuo Dao, and he shot into the sky like an arrow released from its bow.
Yan Zhen watched the crimson streak, sheathed her sword, and lightly lifted her feet to follow. A stream of people surged forward like a river rushing to the sea.
At that moment, a large number of Immortal Corpse had arrived, trailing behind this flow of people as they surged upward.
Seeing this scene, Zuo Dao couldn't help but furrow his brow. He recognized what they were.
Consciousnesses transformed from remnants—he hadn’t expected there to be so many.
These Immortal Corpse bypassed various Heterodox Cultivators as they pursued Zuo Dao. They paid no attention to those on the sidelines; in their eyes, only Zuo Dao existed as an enemy.
Realizing their intent, Zuo Dao informed everyone that there was no need for action and urged them to continue moving forward. At that moment, with celestial flames surrounding him, he felt no fear of these Immortal Corpse.
Long spears shot forth from the hands of the Immortal Corpses, forming a torrent of steel in the sea of stars. Each spear was covered in rust and stained with blood, tainted by the blood of gods, posing a significant threat to the immortals.
Every Heterodox Cultivator felt a chill rising from deep within. The sea of spears pointed directly at Zuo Dao, blocking all possible avenues for movement. Though these beings were dead, the fighting spirit etched into their souls had not yet faded.
The battle intent surged, and the killing aura was like an ocean.
They unleashed countless years of repression and released the fury built up over millennia.
"Enemies!"
"Fight!"
The roars echoed in their ears; the voices of the Immortal Corpses penetrated the hearts of those who heard them, making it clear what they intended.
These beings were worthy of respect; their spirits unyielding, solely focused on killing. At that moment, Zuo Dao realized that the axe of the Giant Spirit God was not meant to annihilate him but was specifically intended to summon these Immortal Corpses.
In the Great Celestial Domain, what terrified the gods most was not the local Cultivators but these Immortal Corpses. The Divine Gate could only teleport a few individuals over; faced with an endless tide of Immortal Corpses, they could only swallow their hatred.
With this thought, Zuo Dao suddenly seemed to grasp something. Perhaps there existed a Divine Gate within the Great Celestial Domain, or maybe there were others elsewhere, but right now he could no longer afford to think about that.
Facing the onslaught of the Immortal Corpses, Zuo Dao continued to charge upward into the sea of stars. Soon, the Immortal Corpses overwhelmed the Heterodox crowd. Yan Zhen and others navigated through the sea of corpses, feeling an indistinct emotion brewing within them.
Every Cultivator could clearly sense the will of the Immortal Corpses around them. Each heart stirred with anticipation.
"Protect."
Zuo Dao could not take action, but that did not mean Yan Zhen could stand by idly; he was the first to sense that something was amiss.
These Immortal Corpses exuded an aura that eroded the hearts of living beings, capable of assimilating them without their awareness. Any being possessing Celestial Essence within them would be infected by this aura, unknowingly becoming one of their kind.
It was not that these Immortal Corpses acted with intent; rather, their long-standing will led them to believe that these living beings were their companions.
Zuo Dao looked at the Immortal Corpses with a mix of amusement and anger, but mostly with admiration. He was reluctant to harm these Immortal Corpses, yet they surged forward like moths drawn to a flame.
The celestial flames obliterated their last vestiges of will, and one by one, the soul forms dissipated into the air. However, Zuo Dao could sense the emotions of these souls.
Liberation! Relief!
To prevent further casualties, he had no choice but to quicken his pace.
The Heterodox Cultivators awakened with a roar from Yan Zhen, each drenched in cold sweat. The sensation of having narrowly escaped death made them realize just how terrifying their recent experience had been.
The Great Celestial Domain still needed the existence of these Immortal Corpses. If there were indeed other Immortal Sects remaining in this realm, then these Immortal Corpses served as the last line of defense for the Great Celestial Domain.
The starry sky above grew increasingly vast, revealing a scene unlike anything in the Great Celestial Domain before Zuo Dao's eyes.
At that final moment, the sea of corpses sensed the impending danger ahead.
The Great Celestial Domain possessed its own will; these beings were destined to die for it, and the Great Celestial Domain was their burial ground.
Halt!
The endless cries echoed throughout the starry sea.
Fury! Rage!
Zuo Dao finally led the Heterodox group out of the Great Celestial Domain.
The spear was raised once more, and beams of light surged upward, forming a torrent in the cosmos.
Farewell, Great Celestial Domain!
The Door Knocker obtained from Zhao Wang finally played its role, guiding Zuo Dao and his companions toward another world.
This was an Ocean of Light; everywhere one looked was brightness, and no one could discern their current position.
It was a Light Passage, and everyone was involuntarily pulled forward.
What lay at the end of the passage, Zuo Dao did not know. But he understood that once they passed through this light path, separation awaited them.
Each person had prepared themselves; they did not know how many years it would take before they could reunite. The mood was heavy for everyone.
Zuo Dao had already explained all possible occurrences to the group beforehand. This time was different from the Great Star Domain, Ascend, and Great Celestial Domain.
The Dao Intent Will of the Great Celestial Domain could be aligned with the Dao Intent Will of the court; the only difference lay in strength. Zuo Dao was uncertain whether there would be any repercussions from forcibly breaking through this path, but in his memory, even if cultivators ascended from the same place, they would appear in different locations.
Preparation for convergence was essential; all of this had been clearly instructed by Zuo Dao before the Transcend Tribulation. The most important thing was personal safety; Zuo Dao did not want these cultivators he had trained to meet untimely ends.
The path is one that must be walked by oneself, and the choice lies in everyone's hands. This time, Zuo Dao was keen to test how many loyal and righteous individuals were among this group.
Of course, many felt reassured, having discovered some flaws within the team early on, which would be crucial for Zuo Dao's future plans.
"Take care, everyone!" As Zuo Dao was the first to rush out of the light path, he waved goodbye to the crowd, and the reluctance in everyone's hearts was evident.
Several women shed tears on the spot.
"Daozi, take care!"
"Daozi, I will miss you!"
"Daozi..."
Parting always brings sorrow to those with deep feelings.
Tai Shu Yun felt a layer of mist envelop her sword heart just as she made a significant breakthrough in her swordsmanship.
The Ruthless Swordsman was emotional. Her swordsmanship had reached an extreme; her blade could now cut through eternity, leaving a mark on the rings of time.
With tear-filled eyes, she gazed in the direction where Zuo Dao had vanished, slowly fading away into the cosmos herself.
Zhao Yanwu was stronger than ever before; her tears remained unshed, but only she knew how much pain resided in her heart.
One by one, figures disappeared into the starry sky.
What kind of existence is the Court? No cultivator can be entirely clear about it, except for the local cultivators. The Court is constantly being passed down in various domains.
Some say that one can attain enlightenment within the Court with just a breath; others claim that the Court is filled with rare treasures; and there are those who believe that there are no weaklings within the Court. Even those noble families with ancient heritage have different views on the Court.
At this moment, Zuo Dao sat by the platform, watching two or three associates idly exchanging insights on their cultivation.
Outside, cultivators hurried past, each maintaining a certain distance from one another. This distance represented something in the hearts of every cultivator.
He never expected the Court to be such an existence.
Thirty-three, each one higher than the last. The entire Court resembled a pyramid.
The thirty-three are divided into the Outer Domain, Central Domain, and Lower Domain—Three Great Domains. There are strict distinctions between each domain, reflected in three aspects: the concentration of vitality, the realm of cultivators, and the abundance of resources.
Outer Domain – Supreme Clarity True Method. Sword Out., Supreme Clarity, Jade Clarity;
Central Domain – Huang Zeng, Mingyu, Clarity, Xuan Tai, Yuanming, Seven Luminaries, Changrong, Yulong, Dragon Fan, Pingyu.
Lower Domain – Yueheng, Misty Veil, Crimson Bright, Mysterious Brightness, Brilliant Light, Zhuluo, Void Bright, Guanming, Mysterious Brightness, Extreme Yao, Kong Sheng, An Emperor, Xian Ding, Filial Radiance, Weng Chong, Wusi, Ruan Le, Tanshi, Yuan Tong, Miao Cheng.
Currently, Zuo Dao resides in Void Bright, which ranks among the top ten domains within the Lower Domain.
The existence of thirty-three adds countless difficulties to the convergence of heterodox paths; their relationships are intricate and complex. There are alliances and hostilities. Apart from friendly domains that have established Teleportation Arrays between them, hostile domains can only connect by crossing through voids or borrowing paths from other domains.
After spending several years in Void Bright and utilizing resources obtained from the Star Sea Dragon King along with his own methods, Zuo Dao finally opened a shop.
As Zuo Dao watched the various Cultivators outside the shop, he couldn't help but recall some memories from his initial arrival at Void Bright.
After Zuo Dao burst out of the Great Celestial Domain, he was drawn by a call from above, and everything spiraled out of his control, leading him to Void Bright.
His first impression of Void Bright was that the Vitality here was exceptionally rich, at least several levels higher than in the Great Celestial Domain. Cultivating here for a short while could equate to a month of training in the Great Celestial Domain.
However, as far as he knew, compared to the Central Domain and Outer Domain, the Lower Domain could only be considered a trivial player. If an Immortal from the Outer Domain descended, they could easily sweep through any Lower Domain without breaking a sweat.
Of course, it wasn't as simple as just having a Celestial Immortal from the Outer Domain come down and wreak havoc. Even though a Cultivator from the Outer Domain might not be able to kill indiscriminately, no one would dare show disrespect, especially towards renowned powers from the Outer Domain.
"Young Master, this shop has been open for so long with hardly any customers. At this rate, we’ll have to close down soon!"
Just as Young Master Zuo was lost in thought, a voice interrupted his reverie.
"Ergou, do you think I'm short on your wages?" Zuo Dao replied as he took the teacup handed to him by the Cultivator named Ergou and took a sip.
"Hehe, Young Master, you know that's not what I meant. Look at other shops; they have people out on the street attracting customers. Just waiting here won't do us any good," Ergou said with a grin.
The staff in the shop were all recruited by Zuo Dao on his travels, and they were familiar with each other. They all knew Zuo Dao had a good temperament and wouldn’t put on airs, so their banter was quite casual.
"Ergou, what do you mean? Don’t think we don’t know that Young Master has increased your wages. You still owe us a meal," another staff member chimed in after waking up from his cultivation.
"I'm Yu Ming. Can you have some dignity? Don’t think I don’t know you’re desperate to treat us," Ergou said with a sly smile. "I’m giving you a chance to invite me to dinner; just do you have what it takes?"
Hearing Ergou's words, everyone in the shop burst into laughter.
Zuo Dao did not wish to attract too much attention upon arriving in this unfamiliar place. Opening a shop was merely a means to sell some elixirs. Even within the Void Bright, these elixirs were nothing special. Thus, there were not many customers, and Zuo Dao was quite pleased with the tranquility.
In addition to Ergou and Yu Ming, there was a female cultivator named Bai Lian in the shop. The four of them made up what was now called the "Humble Abode."
The cultivators Zuo Dao had recruited were all at the Celestial Immortal realm, with Bai Lian being the most accomplished, having reached the peak of Celestial Immortal and standing just one step away from true immortality.
Compared to the surrounding shops, Zuo Dao's establishment could be considered lacking. Other shops had at least one immortal present, and some even boasted Golden Immortals.
However, Zuo Dao was not concerned about such matters; his companions understood that their peculiar boss was not interested in business. The alchemical remedies he provided them indicated that he was not short on money.
A kind-hearted, unpretentious, and generous master like him was indeed a rarity, and they never expected to encounter someone like him.
Zuo Dao was aware that his companions often brought in customers when he was away. Most of the regulars had been lured in by them.
He did not enjoy this practice, but his companions felt guilty seeing the shop so empty.
Ergou was someone Zuo Dao had picked up on the road. When he found him, he was barely alive, having been severely beaten by someone. Seeing some potential in him, Zuo Dao saved him, and Ergou subsequently followed him.
Yu Ming and Bai Lian were rescued from a beast's jaws; they had been hunting a Wind Beast when they inadvertently trespassed into the territory of a Golden Light Beast. If Zuo Dao had not happened to pass by, they would have long since become prey.
Each of these three individuals had their own remarkable qualities; Yu Ming and Bai Lian were even partners in cultivation. However, all three were genuine in nature, which was one reason Zuo Dao accepted them.
"Alright, you two stop arguing. Have you familiarized yourselves with the Cultivation Method I taught you a few days ago?" Zuo Dao said lazily as he shifted his body to find a more comfortable position to recline beside them.
"My lord, what exactly is going on in that head of yours?" Ergou exclaimed dramatically. "You just casually pointed us in the right direction, and our strength has increased so rapidly."
Zuo Dao casually tossed a spirit fruit, which hit him squarely. Ergou chuckled, caught it, and took a bite.
"Alright, since there's not much business today, you all go practice. I'm going out for a walk," Zuo Dao said as he stretched.
The three were already used to Zuo Dao's behavior; whenever he had time, he would head out.
"Hey, Ergou, if you keep this up, Yu Ming might actually treat you to a meal!" With that, he laughed and walked out of the shop.
Ergou froze at the mention of Yu Ming's name. Suddenly, he jumped up and dashed toward the back of the shop, muttering to himself.
"No way! Absolutely not! How can I let Yu Ming catch up to me?"
This was because Zuo Dao, feeling extremely bored, had set up an encouragement mechanism: whoever improved their cultivation would earn him some processing money. The three had agreed that whoever's strength increased would treat the others.
Only Young Master Zuo could come up with something like this. While other shops were doing well, Zuo Dao's shop also had quite a few cultivators.
Having just arrived in this strange land, Zuo Dao certainly understood the importance of keeping a low profile.
However, today he discovered something that piqued his interest greatly.
That was the "Centennial Danbi" from Void Bright.
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