Simulation becomes reality, have I ever looked down upon the eternity?

Chapter 615-6.17 Reencounter with Yaochi Saintess and Daoist Dingxu!

Gu Yu's figure shot up so fast that he was just a blur, his entire body's energy gathering at his fingertips.

In his eyes, you seemed to have no time to react, remaining standing still and motionless.

A cold smile flickered across Gu Yu's lips. "This one finger strike will surely shatter your bones."

[But when his fingertips were still a foot away, he suddenly felt dizzy, as if he had been lifted up by an invisible force, flipped through the air, and crashed heavily to the ground!]

Gu Yu was completely disoriented and dazed. He hadn't even touched the other person's clothes yet, so how could he have inexplicably fallen right in front of them?

Cao An frowned upon seeing this, a suspicion arising in his heart: Since cultivators have condensed their Dao embryos, their control over their bodies is already incredibly refined; they can even introspect, far surpassing ordinary people. How could they possibly fall down for no reason?

His gaze shifted to the young man in blue. "Could it be that you intervened secretly?"

Tian Jingxu frowned slightly, then looked up at you again, a thoughtful look in his eyes and a smile playing on his lips.

Lu Beiyou looked puzzled. She had been hesitating about whether to intervene and hadn't even noticed the sudden change in that instant.

Gu Yu struggled to his feet, his whole body aching and numb. Meeting your indifferent gaze only intensified his humiliation; this person hadn't taken him seriously at all from beginning to end.

【"court death!"】

Your gaze flickered slightly; you sensed a fluctuation of energy behind you.

Gu Yu roared, his blood and qi surging, and when he attacked again, the wind from his fingers surged, creating a sonic boom in the air.

Just then, a clear shout came from the end of the path:

"Junior Brother Gu Yu, please stop."

If anyone else had spoken up, Gu Yu would have completely ignored them.

But the voice was too familiar, and too fast; before the words had even finished, a figure had already swept into the arena with the force of thunder.

Gu Yu only felt a blur before his eyes, and a woman was already standing inches in front of him.

A gentle breeze brushed against the woman's veil, vaguely revealing a pair of bright, clear eyes, like autumn waters, and a touch of vermilion between her brows, like rosy clouds reflecting snow.

Everyone was startled, and immediately recognized the person as Zhuang Xiuyin, the Fairy of Yaotai in West Kunlun.

Although this fairy from the Jade Terrace ranks fifth on the Righteous Path Dragon and Tiger List, no one dares to underestimate her because of this.

[She holds a transcendent position within the righteous path; though hailing from West Kunlun, even the Nine Yang Immortal treats her with great respect.]

She once fought Xu Wuji and was not at a disadvantage in the slightest.

Tian Jingxu's gaze shifted, revealing curiosity towards this Fairy of Yaotai.

Lu Beiyou greeted him with a smile, "Xiuyin!"

[Sanzhen and Xikunlun were on good terms, and the two were also very close friends.]

Zhuang Xiuyin smiled faintly, turning his gaze to Gu Yu: "Junior Brother Gu, stop."

Gu Yu's face turned ashen, but Zhuang Xiuyin blocked his way. Knowing he was no match for her, he could only suppress his anger.

"What is the meaning behind the fairy's actions?"

"Our Daoling Sect has always maintained good relations with Western Kunlun. Even when a fairy visits, the sect leader treats her with the highest honors..."

"Now, the fairy is going to protect a traitor from Fangcun Mountain?"

Zhuang Xiuyin calmly interrupted, "Fellow Daoist Zhou Jing is definitely not that kind of person."

Cao An stepped forward slowly and said with a smile, "Fairy, you may not know this, but this person has already admitted it himself."

Zhuang Xiuyin's eyes were clear and sharp: "Ziyang Academy cultivates the way of sages and virtuous rulers. Junior Brother Cao An, your own heart is unclear, why be so aggressive?"

Upon hearing this, Cao An lightly flicked his sleeve, his expression remaining composed: "The fairy is joking."

"However, everyone witnessed what Zhou Jing just said."

Zhuang Xiuyin said, "Fellow Daoist Zhou Jing is a very close friend of mine."

"How about I use my reputation as collateral for Fellow Daoist Zhou Jing?"

Lu Beiyou stepped forward and said, "Xiuyin's character is naturally trustworthy."

The disciples of Jin Guang Temple also appropriately uttered a Buddhist chant, "Amitabha."

They naturally knew who they needed to rely on in this situation!

Cao An frowned slightly, then relaxed, and said calmly, "Since the fairy insists on vouching for me, I have nothing more to say."

With these words, the matter was settled.

Gu Yu snorted coldly, his gaze sweeping past Zhuang Xiuyin and glaring at Zhou Jing: "Consider yourself lucky!"

At this moment, Zhuang Xiuyin turned around and looked at the young man in blue before him, who had gone from subduing the drought demon in Qinghe County to visiting Fangcun Mountain.

The woman said with a touch of melancholy, "It's been so many years!"

"Fellow Daoist Zhou, you remain as dashing as ever."

You slightly cupped your hands in thanks, a smile appearing on your face, and said, "Thank you for rescuing me, fairy."

[I made a pact with this fairy from Yaotai on Fangcun Mountain to watch over and help her in the Heavenly Emperor's Treasury, but I never expected to meet her again only now after entering it.]

Zhuang Xiuyin's beautiful eyes flickered. "Actually... even without my intervention, it wouldn't be much of a hassle for you, fellow Daoist."

"In the world of cultivation, being too secretive... can lead to a lot of trouble."

She changed the subject, "I wonder, how did you end up all alone, fellow Daoist?"

You simply said, "It's a long story."

Shortly after Zhuang Xiuyin's arrival, more than ten disciples from West Kunlun also arrived.

At this moment, the power dynamics in the arena are clearly defined: the righteous path, led by the Ziyang Academy, Daoling Sect, West Kunlun, and the monks of Jinguang Temple, holds the greatest influence.

[The Demonic Sect's Chaoyin Clan and Tianjingxu are ranked second and third, respectively.]

[The remaining branch of the heretical sects, the Shenji Sect, appears weak and isolated.]

[During your conversation with Zhuang Xiuyin, you learned that she also came from the Heavenly Emperor's Garden. She didn't encounter the other three families along the way, but in the Southern Garden she met a strange beast that remained alive even after death, and was exceptionally ferocious. Two disciples from West Kunlun were killed.]

You briefly recounted your experiences in the Yellow Flower Hall of the Heavenly Emperor's palace, omitting the crucial details.

Zhuang Xiuyin was slightly surprised upon hearing this: "It seems that even the Heavenly Emperor's Treasury is fraught with danger."

"Even the heretical Beast Sect was wiped out due to a moment of carelessness; we must proceed with utmost caution."

The two did not communicate telepathically, but Lu Beiyou overheard their conversation.

She was usually aloof, but now she unusually showed interest and took the initiative to ask:

"Xiuyin, why don't you introduce him!"

You proactively said, "Fangcun Mountain, Zhou Jing."

[You seem quite interested in this successor of the Three Truths Sect, after all, the Three Truths Sect is the most renowned sect throughout history.]

[If you weren't born within the Fangcun Mountain region, the Three True Ones would be the foremost of the Nine Righteous Sects you admire.]

"Zhongnan Mountain, Lu Beiyou."

You returned the greeting with a bow: "I also want to thank Fellow Daoist Lu for your help earlier."

Lu Beiyou gently waved his hand: "If you had stated earlier that you were Xiuyin's friend, these misunderstandings wouldn't have arisen."

Zhuang Xiuyin smiled upon hearing this: "See, Fellow Daoist Jing Haoren, just mention my name in righteous territory, and you can travel freely without hindrance."

Lu Beiyou sensed the teasing in her words; he had never seen such a relaxed demeanor on the Holy Maiden of West Kunlun.

Only now did she realize that Zhou Jing was indeed Zhuang Xiuyin's close friend. You naturally understood Zhuang Xiuyin's unspoken meaning, and didn't respond. The alias "Jing Haoren" you used in the past—it turns out this Fairy of Yaotai still remembered it. The Holy Maiden is truly petty.

However, you cautioned, "Be careful of Li Luosheng."

"Li Luosheng?!"

Zhuang Xiuyin was slightly surprised. This Holy Son of the Blood Sea Demon Sect had fought with her before, and among the younger generation of the three families, he was not considered a top figure; he was still inferior to Tianjing Xu and Xu Wuji.

Even though Zhou Jing specifically reminded her, she nodded slightly and kept those words in mind.

The three of you gathered together and chatted happily.

Cao An and Gu Yu watched this scene from afar, their expressions rather unpleasant, especially seeing the usually aloof Fairy Yaotai frequently breaking into a smile.

Zhuang Xiuyin held a highly respected position within the righteous path, and was treated with the utmost respect by the leaders of the nine major sects—a fact known to all.

Gu Yu's face was the most gloomy. He gritted his teeth and muttered, "Let's see how long Zhou Jing can be so smug once we're in the Tranquil Heart Hall!"

A hint of surprise flashed across Lu Beiyou's eyes: "I didn't expect Fellow Daoist Zhou to have also read Ancestor Lu Chen's works. May I ask which one?"

You replied with a smile, "Master Lu Chen's learning encompasses both the divine and the human realm. I once read his book 'Essentials of Governing the North' in Qinghe County. If we disregard the techniques of cultivation, it is truly a masterpiece for all time."

Lu Beiyou's eyes suddenly lit up. In the cultivation world, people revered the Three Truths and were well aware of their profound and wondrous abilities such as the Three Truths Myriad Laws Talisman and the Three Truths Borrowing Sword Technique.

However, few people pay attention to the life and deeds of Master Lu Chen, let alone delve into the study of his works on worldly affairs.

At this moment, Lu Beiyou couldn't help but feel a greater appreciation for Zhou Jing.

[Half an hour later.]

The invisible barrier on the steps slowly dissipated like ripples, instantly drawing everyone's attention.

Zhuang Xiuyin looked up and saw the steps winding upwards, their end seemingly out of sight.

According to Daoist records, the Jingxin Hall was the place where the Heavenly Emperor cultivated himself in seclusion, and it contained the Heavenly Emperor's profound cultivation technique, the "Heavenly Emperor's Heart Sutra."

Lu Beiyou continued, "I have traveled to the Arctic and seen the scriptures of the reclusive sect, the Arctic Palace."

[“It is clearly recorded that ‘the Heavenly Emperor cultivated himself at the Jingxin Residence.’”]

"However, this Heavenly Emperor may not be the one speculated in the Daoist canon."

"The ancient Heavenly Emperor, the medieval Human Emperor, the primordial Earthly Emperor, and even the Heavenly Emperor who created the primordial world, are all different beings."

Zhuang Xiuyin and the others already knew about this after entering the Heavenly Emperor's Treasury.

Lu Beiyou then mentioned another secret: "I saw a record in the Beiji Palace's ancient texts that referred to this realm as 'Kunxu.'"

"Our Three True Ancestors also stated that this realm is the Kunxu Realm."

[A slight stirring in your heart—the true name of this realm is indeed mentioned in some ancient Taoist texts.]

Zhuang Xiuyin also said softly, "The Heavenly Book Stele of West Kunlun records..."

"In the primordial era, spiritual energy surged like a tide. Primordial deities waged war, enslaving all races. A Daoist observed the cultivation of these primordial deities and ultimately created the Three Secrets Method suitable for all races."

You were slightly puzzled, "Innate divinity? The Three Secrets?"

Lu Beiyou continued, explaining, "The innate deities are born from chaos, immortal and ageless, living as long as heaven and earth. They are born with a Great Dao within them, hence the saying of the Three Thousand Great Daos, also known as the Three Thousand Deities."

Even true spirits are as insignificant as ants before them.

"Later, the three thousand saints fought a chaotic war to replace the Heavenly Dao with their own Dao, and were ultimately all defeated and perished, and heaven and earth returned to chaos."

Zhuang Xiuyin nodded slightly: "That Taoist priest appeared out of nowhere at this time, erecting four stone tablets to guard the four cardinal directions, and also creating the Three Secret Methods. Only then did all races truly rise to prominence."

"This Taoist was revered by all races and was honored as the 'Heavenly Emperor,' also known as the 'Taoist of Fixed Void.'"

A slight stirring in your heart brought to mind the Eastern Divine Stele guarding your heart's depths—

Could this stone tablet be the one used by Daoist Dingxu when he established the Four Extremes? But Danling clearly said that one of the Ten Heroes of Ascension to Heaven is still alive, and this stone tablet is his remnant.

[The Heavenly Emperor? One of the Ten Ascending Heroes? The Daoist of Fixed Void?]

The people of these bygone years are truly difficult to reconcile.

[Zhuang Xiuyin continued, "The Three Secrets Method created by Daoist Dingxu was already incomplete. According to the records of the Western Kunlun Heavenly Book, this incomplete version was obtained by the ancient Heavenly Emperor, who, after comprehending it, created the 'Heavenly Emperor's Heart Sutra.'"]

Even you were shaken by these words.

The Heavenly Book Stele of West Kunlun is the most secret inheritance in this world. It contains text on a surface, and everyone can find their own answers within it. It is known as the Heavenly Book.

[Rumor has it that even the Nine Yang Immortal's request to observe was politely declined by West Kunlun.]

You suddenly recall that when the ancestral master of the Chen Kingdom was resurrected, he mentioned seeing the Heavenly Book Stele.

[As expected of Master Xiao Qingfeng!]

According to the Heavenly Book Stele, the *Heavenly Emperor's Heart Sutra* was derived from the Three Secrets of the Daoist Dingxu.

You can't help but ask, "What exactly are these three secrets?"

Zhuang Xiuyin's expression turned solemn: "The Three Secrets contain the source of Qi cultivation and the foundation of all living beings."

You repeat in a low voice: "The source of Qi cultivation, the foundation of all living beings..."

【At this very moment!】

The invisible barrier on the steps began to slowly dissipate.

Like a gentle breeze, the path leading to the wide stone steps above was revealed.

Tian Jingxu took the lead, guiding the disciples of the Demonic Sect forward.

Although the Shenji Sect only comprises one unorthodox sect, it closely follows behind.

Lu Beiyou and Zhuang Xiuyin also walked up with a group of righteous disciples.

The group ascended the steps, heading towards the main hall inscribed with the words "Tranquility."

~

Heavenly Emperor's Palace.

Inside the Zizhu Temple.

Nearly half of the main hall has collapsed, with broken beams and pillars scattered among the ruins, and broken tiles covering the ground like gravel.

Dust filled the air like mist, and a tall figure stood proudly atop the remaining half of the roof ridge.

The man had long, black hair and was shirtless; his well-defined muscles gleamed faintly in the dim light.

He looked down at the three figures swallowed by the dust and smoke below, and let out a soft exclamation:
"Oh? He's still alive?"

“In this degenerate age, to be able to cultivate to such a level… is not easy.”

His voice was clear and melodious, just like a young boy's.

"However, this is where it ends. Those who plot against me... will only face death."

As soon as the black-haired youth finished speaking, lightning suddenly burst forth from his palm, with countless arcs of electricity dancing between his fingers.

He pointed into the air.

The intense lightning instantly dispersed the dust, illuminating the faces of the three people—

It was none other than Ant Master, Daoist Duobao, and Lady Green Mountain!
The three of them were in a sorry state.

Duobao Daoist has been reduced to his original form, transformed into a bloodstained Duobao Rat, barely clinging to life.

Ant-Man was slightly better off, but he still lost his left arm and left leg, the severed areas charred and horrifying.

(End of this chapter)