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

Chapter 625 Killing Zhou Jing and Seizing the Elixir of Immortality!
As everyone stepped onto the stairs, Tianjingxu finally saw who had arrived.

On the righteous side, there are the Longquan Sword Sect and Fangcun Mountain.

On the demonic path side is the Extreme Demonic Sect.

On the side of heretics, there is the Taihua Sect.

Each group consisted of only seven or eight people, a significant decrease compared to the dozen or so who had entered the Heavenly Emperor's Treasury earlier. Clearly, this journey was far from easy.

The most eye-catching of them all was one of the tall young men.

He was dressed in a simple old Taoist robe, his long hair was casually draped over his shoulders, and he was unkempt.

Despite his ordinary appearance, the weariness in his eyes was now replaced by a hint of joy and pride.

The other disciples unconsciously kept their distance from him, making him stand out like a lone crane in the crowd.

It was Xu Wuji, the one who topped the list of the Righteous Path Dragon and Tiger Ranking.

Upon seeing him, the members of Dao Ling Sect were immediately excited. Gu Yu, with a smile in his eyes, exclaimed, "Brother Wuji!"

The group climbed step by step, each step shrouded in heavy pressure.

The fact that Tianjingxu, Yaotai Fairy, and others had already reached the top was not surprising to those who came later.

The group from Fangcun Mountain was the best preserved. The leader was Sun Miao from Tianfu Star, and Fu Dongcheng, Yuan Shujian, Qi Ling, and others were also on the list.

In less than half an hour, Xu Wuji was the first to step onto the last step.

His gaze swept over Tian Jingxu, who exuded a scholarly air, and his eyes narrowed slightly before he looked away.

Tian Jingxu didn't care about this.

The two had a past grudge, but at this moment they ignored each other and each stood on their own side.

Gu Yu quickly stepped forward, his voice filled with joy: "Brother Wuji, you've finally arrived!"

It turns out that after Xu Wuji entered the Heavenly Emperor's Palace, he originally intended to go straight to the Jingxin Temple, but he mistakenly entered a Taoist temple on the way, which is why he has been delayed until now.

Xu Wuji nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the crowd and landing on the "Jingxin Guan" main hall behind him.

The purple lightning, cascading down like a waterfall, completely blocked the path ahead.

He frowned slightly and asked, "What's going on?"

Only then did he notice that Lu Beiyou, one of the Three True Paths, and Zhuang Xiuyin from West Kunlun were also present.

Xu Wuji glanced at them but did not greet them.

Lu Beiyou and Zhuang Xiuyin also showed no intention of talking to him.

Xu Wuji was too arrogant and had always been at odds with the others.

As Xu Wuji stopped, Cao An from Ziyang Academy silently walked up behind him.

Gu Yu was about to explain the situation when there was another noise coming from the steps below—

Several more people then reached the summit.

Those who can climb these many steps are all leaders of their respective sects.

Yao Xia, the swordsman of the Longquan Sword Sect.

Sun Miao of Fangcun Mountain, and a woman who is somewhat unexpected.

If Zhou Jing were here, he would definitely recognize her as Qi Ling from Xiao Qingfeng.

What's even more remarkable is that the rest of the group from Fangcun Mountain also reached the last two steps of the stairs.

It should be noted that apart from Cao An, all the other disciples of Ziyang Academy remained at a distance of four or five steps, finding it difficult to make any further progress.

Is the strength of this batch of Fangcun Mountain disciples somewhat unexpected?

Among the various orthodox sects, hasn't Fangcun Mountain always been considered the lowest of the low?

Yuan Shujian, Fu Dongcheng, and Ziwei tried again, but ultimately failed to reach the last few steps. They could only stand there helplessly and watch Sun Miao and Qi Ling continue to walk upwards.

The people of Fangcun Mountain already knew this from the beginning of their journey.

Qi Ling, the unassuming girl from Xiao Qingfeng, is far stronger than everyone expected.

She no longer concealed her cultivation level, and her late-stage Dragon Court Realm cultivation was fully revealed.

What's even more remarkable is that in her previous encounter with the Supreme Demon Sect, she single-handedly suppressed their holy son.

In addition, there is Xiahou Li of the Extreme Demon Sect.

Feng Qingyun of the Taihua Sect.

Those who can ascend to this final step are almost all leading figures from the three sects of Dao, Demon, and Outer Realms in this world, and all of them are geniuses who have left their names on the Dragon and Tiger List of the three sects.

Xiahou Li had previously clashed with Xu Wuji outside the Heavenly Emperor's Palace.

He did not go to Huanghua Temple with Li Luosheng of the Blood Sea Demon Sect, but chose to visit Zizhu Temple alone.

To his disappointment, when he arrived, Zizhu Temple had been reduced to ruins.

Not to mention the immortal elixir of immortality, the Purple Bamboo, not even a trace of it remained.

It seems someone beat them to it.

What bothered him even more was that he also discovered the charred corpses of a group of disciples of the Cang Sheng Demonic Sect in the ruins.

Looking at the scene before him, Feng Qingyun felt conflicted, unable to determine whether it was a good thing or a bad thing.

He then led his disciples to the very heart of the Heavenly Emperor's palace to meditate and observe.

Feng Qingyun of the Taihua Sect had previously followed Li Luosheng and Yue Yunqing to Huanghua Temple, but unexpectedly encountered the Centipede Taoist and then inexplicably fell into a coma in the temple.

When he and Yue Yunqing and the others awoke, the Centipede Taoist, Zhou Jing, and Li Luosheng had already vanished, leaving behind only a spatial teleportation channel whose destination was unknown.

After waking up, Feng Qingyun felt a lingering fear in her heart.

He did not choose to step into the teleportation channel, but Yue Yunqing of the Supreme Dharma Sect resolutely entered it.

Therefore, Feng Qingyun led the remaining Taihua Sect disciples to the Jingxin Temple in the center of the Heavenly Emperor's Palace.

As people gradually reached the summit, the scene gradually divided into several camps.

Feng Qingyun naturally stood with Scorpion from the Divine Mechanism Sect. Although he felt that this person was somewhat strange, he was an outsider who was alone in this place and would eventually find it difficult to gain a foothold.

He couldn't help but think of the Destiny Star Sect, the largest sect of heretics, whose "superior people" were capable of competing with Tianjingxu and Xu Wuji.

Strangely, the people from the Destiny Star Sect disappeared into thin air after entering the Heavenly Emperor's Treasury and never reappeared.

It is unknown what the number one fortune teller in this world is planning when he enters the Heavenly Emperor's Treasury.

Xiahou Li naturally stood to the side of Tian Jingxu and the others. This Holy Son of the Common People had a very high reputation in the Holy Sect. The two looked at each other and he nodded slightly as a greeting.

the other side!
Sun Miao and Yao Xia did not approach Xu Wuji and the others, but went straight to Zhuang Xiuyin and Lu Beiyou's side.

The three families of West Kunlun, Fangcun Mountain, and Longquan Sword Sect were already on good terms and had secretly formed an alliance, which was common knowledge among the righteous people.

The righteous path split into two factions.

Upon seeing this, Xu Wuji frowned.

Anger was already showing on Gu Yu's face.

As the leader of the righteous path, Dao Ling Sect's actions by Fang Cun Mountain and Longquan Sword Sect are tantamount to disgracing the righteous path in front of the heretical and demonic sects.

Although he was indignant, he was also aware of Lu Beiyou and Zhuang Xiuyin's strength, so he ultimately remained silent.

The three groups of people stood in their respective positions, but their gazes were all drawn to the magnificent hall before them.

Legend has it that the supreme profound skill cultivated by the Heavenly Emperor, the "Heavenly Emperor's Heart Sutra," is hidden here.

Everyone has come for this reason; who wouldn't want to take a look?
However, the purple lightning that cascaded down like a waterfall completely blocked the way ahead.

Even those who arrived earlier, such as Tian Jingxu and Zhuang Xiuyin, could only stand still and did not make any move.

The others, naturally, did not act rashly.

Gu Yu then slowly recounted what everyone had experienced.

Upon hearing this, Xu Wuji frowned even more deeply: "An elixir of immortality?"

"Lord Zishan?" Xiahou Li was even more incredulous upon hearing this: "The immortal elixir, Purple Bamboo...requires restarting cultivation?"

His mission was to enter the Heavenly Emperor's Palace on the orders of the leader of the Extreme Demon Sect in order to find the immortal elixir, Purple Bamboo.

Who would have thought that the miraculous herb would sprout on its own? It just appeared!
Feng Qingyun, however, noticed another name.

"Fangcun Mountain, Zhou Jing?"

He immediately remembered that this was the same young man who had just discussed philosophy with Li Luosheng on equal footing.
This person is indeed extraordinary.

However, the most shocked were Fangcunshan and his group.

They had just learned the whole story from Zhuang Xiuyin.

Seeing the undisguised surprise on Sun Miao's face, Lu Beiyou couldn't help but wonder: she originally thought Zhou Jing was a disciple secretly trained by Fangcun Mountain, but now it seems that she was wrong.

Could it be that even Fangcun Mountain himself is unaware of this person's true strength?

Qi Ling, standing beside Sun Miao, still showed surprise in her eyes. She had long suspected that her senior brother, Xiao Qingfeng, was a man of hidden talents.

However, being able to hold her own against an elixir of immortality far exceeded her expectations.

Could Zhou Jing also have an extraordinary background?
Xu Wuji spoke slowly, his voice low: "In other words, in this meditation..."

"Only Lord Zishan and Zhou Jing?"

The group didn't lower their voices during their conversation, and the Fangcun Mountain group, who were only two steps away from the steps, heard it clearly, their faces showing shock.

That junior brother Zhou from Xiao Qingfeng was hiding his true identity so well!
Among the crowd, Fu Dongcheng's expression was the most complicated.

He originally thought that even if he was inferior to Zhou Jing in terms of formations, object identification, and chess skills, he would at least be superior in terms of cultivation and strength—after all, the cultivation world is ultimately based on the word "cultivation," and he would still have an advantage.

But now it seems that he is inferior in every way.

How could such a prodigy exist in this world? Proficient in everything?
Although Yuan Shujian had expected it, he still couldn't hide his surprise at this moment.

This junior brother Zhou is much more capable than I imagined.

However, if Xu Wuji makes this public, wouldn't Zhou Jing immediately become the target of public criticism?
The "Heavenly Emperor's Heart Sutra" is a profound skill that even supreme grandmasters covet.

As Xu Wuji finished speaking, everyone on the steps silently raised their heads and looked intently at the grand hall shrouded in purple lightning.

Gu Yu stared at the surging lightning above and replied in a deep voice, "Was this lightning left behind by Lord Zishan?"

He said: "Those who cross this boundary shall die."

He only allowed Zhou Jing to enter.

Xu Wuji chuckled softly upon hearing this: "The Elixir of Immortality needs to be used again?"

"As long as the cultivation levels are comparable, within the Dragon Court realm, what have I, Xu Wuji, ever feared?"

"If even Zhou Jing can get in, why can't I?"

Upon hearing this, no one around uttered a word of rebuttal.

Tianjingxu and others had fought against Zishanjun and knew that his strength was unfathomable.

However, with such a supreme and profound skill as the "Heavenly Emperor Heart Sutra" within reach, who would be willing to give it up?

At this moment, Xu Wuji took the initiative to step forward, and everyone was naturally happy to see it happen.

Although Gu Yu also longed to enter the main hall, he was secretly worried.

He had personally witnessed the strength of Zishan Jun and Zhou Jing, and those two had long surpassed the ordinary Dragon Court Realm.

Although Senior Brother Wuji is strong, can he really defeat any of them?

Gu Yu couldn't help but feel hesitant.

Xu Wuji's gaze swept over the crowd, lingering especially on the faces of Tian Jingxu, Zhuang Xiuyin, and Xie, who all looked solemn.

He spoke slowly: "I understand your concerns."

"The Purple Bamboo Elixir of Immortality has an extraordinary origin, so your caution is understandable."

Lu Beiyou gazed at this number one figure of the righteous path, knowing that although Xu Wuji was arrogant, he was by no means a fool.

He could tell that there must be a reason why Tian Jingxu, Xie, and the others were holding back.

Xu Wuji changed the subject, "But if I could allow you to use your magic here—"

"Are you still afraid?"

To cast a spell?

Tian Jingxu finally slowly raised his eyes, only to see Xu Wuji take something out of his sleeve.

A lotus-shaped Taoist crown carved from jade floats quietly, radiating a warm and gentle light.

Taoist lotus crown?
Everyone looked surprised.

The lotus crown, shaped like a blooming lotus, symbolizes a Taoist practitioner who remains pure of mind despite living in a corrupt world, perfectly embodying the Taoist principle of "harmonizing with the world."

The phrase "冠者，观也" means "to observe one's own heart and to observe all things externally."

Among the various righteous sects, only elders with advanced cultivation within the sect are qualified to wear it on their heads.

However, the one in Xu Wuji's hand was different from others; it was too plain and simple, without any symbols or patterns engraved on it.

Without the Tai Chi symbol of Yin and Yang, without carving the true forms of the Five Sacred Mountains, and without cloud and thunder patterns, it only presents itself with three layers of lotus petals, which instead reveals a kind of Taoist charm that is simple and unfathomable.

Everyone immediately understood—

This must be a secret treasure that Xu Wuji obtained from the Heavenly Emperor's Treasury.

The lotus crown looked like a real lotus in bloom, with several petals floating in the clear light.

A light piece of magic flew gracefully to Tian Jingxu's front. The moment he reached out and touched it, the magic power that had been suppressed within his body began to recover rapidly.

A rare look of surprise flashed in Tian Jingxu's eyes. This lotus crown could actually break the magical seal on this place!
Petals fluttered down, almost every single one landing precisely in front of the people on the top steps.

Xu Wuji's voice rang out, coldly saying:

"Whoever receives this petal,"

"Then follow me to capture the Elixir of Immortality, kill Zhou Jing, and obtain a glimpse of the Heavenly Emperor's Heart Sutra."

While everyone hesitated, Scorpion from the Divine Mechanism Sect had already grabbed the flower petal and hissed in response:
"it is good!"

Tian Jingxu slowly grasped the petal.

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[You are immersed in the profound mysteries of the "Heavenly Emperor's Heart Sutra," and discover that its content revolves almost entirely around the opening of the "Dao Heart Divine Treasury," while making no mention of the four tangible divine treasuries: Ultimate Strength, Primordial Qi, Essence Blood, and Longevity.]

The cultivation methods of different sects in this world vary, and regardless of the method of cultivation, there will always be aspects related to cultivation level and physical body training.

This scripture only contains the method for opening the Daoist mind and spiritual treasure nine times.

As your thoughts deepen, the Chinese characters in the scripture seem to be awakened, rearranging and recombining in your consciousness, transforming into fleeting images of light and shadow.

The Heavenly Emperor's Heart Sutra is divided into nine realms, each corresponding to the opening of a divine treasure.

[Each time a layer of the Dao Heart Divine Treasury is opened, one gains "Dao Heart Power." This power is distinct from the "Qi Power" generated by other divine treasuries, which originates from the dantian and is a manifestation of abundant magical power.]

The power of the Dao Heart, however, originates from the true nature of the mind; it is formless and intangible, and its mysteries are profound.

If the Divine Treasury of Ultimate Strength governs the physical body's power, then the Divine Treasury of the Heart is elusive and unpredictable, pointing directly to the very origin of the mind.

What it cultivates is the power of the heart. Even if all cultivation is lost, the physical body crumbles, and nothing remains, this power originating from the heart will remain with you, neither increasing nor decreasing, neither extinguished nor broken.

[You focused your mind and began cultivating according to the guidance of the scriptures. Your cultivation of the Dao Heart and Divine Treasury progressed smoothly, reaching the fourth level.]

[This rapid progress is not without reason—when you were studying the *Tai Su Zhen Jing* and the *Xiantian Wu De Lun Zhuan Jing*, you had already touched upon the Daoist mind and spiritual essence.]

The first four stages of cultivation are like streams flowing into a river, progressing naturally. However, upon reaching the fifth stage, you feel an invisible stagnation.

[Following the instructions, concentrate your mind and visualize within your dantian, attempting to refine the formless and intangible Water of Three Lights...]

Time is passing!

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(End of this chapter)