The Great Road of Shading the Sky

Chapter 280 Willow Goddess Transforms, Huang's Message!

"Immortal King?" Shao Hua's avatar stood at the edge of the strange world, his expression shifting slightly as he keenly sensed a power surpassing that of a True Immortal.

A Celestial King-level figure is attempting to cross over from another realm!

Then, she shook her head and muttered to herself, "Hmm, it doesn't look like the real body. It's probably just an avatar. Are all young people these days so arrogant?"

Strictly speaking, this matter is also somewhat related to Shaohua.

When she borrowed the power of a Quasi-Immortal Emperor to resolve the strange phenomena beneath the Black Abyss, she had some excess power that leaked out, accidentally shattering spacetime and alerting the people of the mortal realm to the anomaly. This led to the initial incident where those Celestial Venerables led teams to investigate.

After all, it wasn't her own power; the result was due to the existing spacetime rift, making it an unintentional act.

Ultimately, it is because from this life onwards, Shaohua finally awaited her own revival, and the obsession that spanned thousands of ages began to dissipate. Thus, the sealed-off Lesser Three Realms began to have some connection with the outside world.

Yao Yao's grandfather was dropped into the human world by chance due to a once-in-a-millennium spatial rift, but by a twist of fate, he managed to escape the pursuit of his enemies.

"This broken and deformed world is not so simple," said the incarnation of Shaohua.

This place is the remnant of the ancient Heavenly Court. Even though those supreme figures have passed away, some things still remain and endure.

It would have been one thing to send people below the Immortal Realm to sneak over, but to forcefully break through the boundary in such a grand manner is bound to cause disastrous consequences.

As expected, as the madman drew ever closer, ancient traces of this world began to appear in the mountains, underground, and in the sky.

They coalesced and pressed down on the shattered edge of the realm beyond the Black Abyss!
"boom!!!"

The madman's avatar was sent flying, his body cracked and coughing up blood, looking utterly pathetic, a far cry from his former divine might.

However, he laughed, a wild and unrestrained laugh, and once again gathered his power to unleash it.

"Hahaha, that's right, this is the power of another branch on the path of evolution. It wasn't a wasted trip. Let's come again and experience it properly!"

As the saying goes, there are only wrong names, not wrong nicknames.

The martial arts fanatic is called a "madman" even in the mortal world, and he truly lives up to the name. He is almost insane in his pursuit of cultivation, and he is actually drawing power from another evolved civilization through those ancient Dao traces in order to improve himself.

"Interesting. I've run into a little madman. In that case, I'll lend you a hand." Shao Hua's avatar smiled, his figure dissipating and transforming into an immortal Dao trace that rushed towards the mortal realm.

If she hadn't had a compelling reason to go to the underworld, she might have visited in person and then taken a side trip to the mortal realm.

She believed that there must be traces left by other deceased people in the mortal world, and she also wanted to see just how prosperous the world was today.

Now, all I can do is wish my good grand-disciple well.

The fact that Yao Yao was accidentally left behind in the mortal world may not necessarily be a bad thing for her; it's more of a blessing than a curse. After all, if she stayed in the human world, there wouldn't be much room for her to grow.

The mortal realm is a much larger stage, enough for her to stir up trouble!
Of course, Shao Hua's incarnation also realized that Yao Yao's accidental loss to the mortal realm was inevitably related to that person, so she naturally wouldn't inexplicably aid the enemy.

Some gifts may seem extremely valuable, but in reality, they are too heavy for ordinary people to bear.

There are no free lunches in life; if there were, they'd be the kind that could crush you.

Since her avatar didn't possess any earth-shattering power, she simply transformed it into a Dao trace and sent it to that "little madman" on the other side to get rid of him first.

You like absorbing Dao traces, right? Well, here's something good for you. You'll have to prove you're capable if you can decipher it!

Obviously, a madman like him couldn't do that.

If he truly possessed such extraordinary talent, he would have been more than just a Celestial King long ago.

"A wisp of supreme-grade Dao trace, containing the substance of the Dao Ancestor!"

The avatar of the Martial Madman was initially overjoyed, feeling that the trip had been worthwhile. However, he soon discovered that this wisp of supreme Dao trace was like a bone-deep infection that was difficult to get rid of, and it had completely merged with this avatar.

"This means that this Dao mark is extremely suitable for me. Yes, that must be it. If I can comprehend even a little bit of it, it might allow me to glimpse the realm of the ultimate evolver!" He subconsciously thought this, overjoyed.

Little did he know that someone had deliberately given it to him.

The product is indeed a good product; the question is whether he can research it and discover something from it.

If we can't figure it out, it might explode at any time in the future.
On the other hand, Chu Feng and the others left the Great Dream Pure Land with ease and without encountering any trouble.

The reason is simple: the lingering aura emanating from him terrified everyone.

"I sense a familiar aura, it's very similar to the one that descended before?"

"What do you mean 'similar'? It's clearly the same! Quickly spread the word, don't make things difficult for those Earthlings!"

"The speculation is true. The being who intervened for Earth back then, who was suspected to be a god, is the same one who is currently manipulating the universe!"

The old women in the Great Dream Pure Land dared not be negligent and immediately sensed something was amiss.

Even though they had returned to the Realm of Reflection and even faintly touched upon a higher level of existence, the thought of that being who possessed almost the power of creation made them lose all interest.

Although we don't know what the connection is between Shaohua and Earth, as long as they don't offend us, they won't do anything wrong.

Otherwise, if we offend that person, they might slap us and destroy the Great Dream Pure Land.

"We've essentially wandered the stars," Chu Feng and the others said, but they weren't happy at all.

The reason is simple: the world has long since recovered, and the void is now incredibly stable compared to before, so even a powerhouse at the Reflection level can no longer travel through the starry sky alone.

Those man-made wormholes in the universe naturally collapsed as well.

The entire interplanetary express delivery industry was helplessly wiped out, unable to keep up with the times and destroyed in an instant.

Fortunately, part of the interstellar network was miraculously preserved. The special plants used for communication underwent unimaginable mutations, evolving to the point where they could communicate across star systems, maintaining connections between various parts of space.

"We've already contacted the Holy Master, and he said that Princess Yao Yao's grandfather has awakened and entered the Divine Realm, and is on his way to pick us up," Huang Niu said excitedly.

They are now traveling on a spaceship brought from the mortal realm by the girl Xi. It is extremely advanced, far surpassing any creation in this world, and is a true god-level spaceship.

Even if no one comes to pick us up, we can fly back to Earth sooner or later with this spaceship.

For the gods here, traveling through the starry sea is actually much easier than for the saints of the ancient times.

Because later generations do not lack substances for longevity, and the methods of cultivation far surpass those of the ancient times.

The former Lesser Three Realms were an important stronghold for the retreat of all the worlds, leaving behind too many ancient and powerful legacies. Even though they are incomplete, their power is still extraordinary.

It can be said that all the breathing techniques circulating among mortals are part of the Immortal King's techniques!

It is only because it has always been trapped by the incompleteness of heaven and earth and the Great Dao that it appears somewhat wretched.

Now that those constraints are gone, nature has naturally been revitalized. "Very good, from today onwards, facing the starry sea, let's set sail!" Chu Feng waved his hand, exuding an aura of power.

He cultivated in the strange world for a hundred years, tempering his spirit and will to become incredibly powerful. With one more step, he would be able to reach the level of a sub-saint.

If it weren't for the fear that the external physical body couldn't withstand it, it wouldn't be impossible to go even further.

Therefore, he is now very confident.

But he clearly forgot whose territory this was.

The young girl Xi didn't tolerate him and directly suppressed him on the spot. He slunk away to recuperate and mobilize the accumulated power of the immortal medicine within his body, striving to achieve unity of body and spirit as soon as possible.

“This world has both yin and yang energies. The two energies intertwine, so it can be said that each of you possesses special potential in some sense,” said the girl Xi.

"That's right, this divine beast is indeed a genius with unparalleled talent!" Toad Ouyang Feng exclaimed, grinning widely.

The others couldn't stand it anymore and all felt that they were the ones with unparalleled talent, and the spaceship was filled with a joyful atmosphere.

The group traversed the sea of ​​stars, encountered many different planets with different life forms, and benefited greatly from their travels in the cosmos.

Until they met Yao Yao's grandfather.

Chu Feng stepped forward and, without causing any trouble, recounted his experiences in the strange world, especially those concerning Yao Yao.

"I understand. I believe she will be alright!" Yao Yao's grandfather said in a deep voice.

"You have such strong yang energy about you!" the girl Xi said.

Yao Yao's grandfather didn't say much. After all, they weren't familiar with each other, and it was impossible for him to directly say that he also came from the mortal world and reveal all his secrets.

Who knows if more people from the mortal realm will be able to come?
He felt that if there was one, there would be two, and the future was destined to be anything but peaceful!
Meanwhile, deep in the starry sky, Shaohua had also completed the path she wanted to take and began her return to Earth.

"You're back." In the dojo, time was passing quickly, and the willow tree once again transformed into a towering pillar supporting the sky, signifying that she had entered a new level.

"You're too impatient!" Shao Hua said, frowning.

This is depleting one's own resources and following the old path, simply improving one's cultivation level without making any breakthroughs or advancements.

“You’ve regained most of your memories, but I still haven’t remembered those things. I’m still not satisfied. Now that you’re back, I can leave,” Willow Tree said frankly.

As for Shaohua's impatience, that's a small price to pay.

Shaohua shook her head, but couldn't say anything more. Wasn't she also eager to enter the underworld to find someone?

But it is precisely because she empathizes with her friend that she hopes this friend won't be in such a hurry.

“When I was exploring that cycle of reincarnation, I found a letter left by someone. I think you should take a look; perhaps he left you a message too.”

The fleeting years took the willow tree away, but the latter did not transform; instead, it shrank in size and followed behind.

After walking through the abandoned path of reincarnation and passing through the ancient cave of reincarnation, I saw once again the wooden city that had been severed by a single sword strike.

Within the wooden city, a shower of light condensed, forming a yellowed letter.

It was not destroyed. After the self-immolation that day proved the true nature of Shaohua, its essence still remained. Today, it reappeared in the world because of another person, cutting through time, flying at lightning speed, and entering the body of the willow tree.

The willow tree took root and grew continuously, becoming enormous and boundless, with countless branches hanging down, its entire body a flawless emerald green, radiating a shimmering light, swaying gracefully with an incomparably sacred power.

Shao Hua vaguely saw a tall, slender figure holding a yellowed letter, with a glint of pearls in his eyes.

"I remember now, my name is Liu Shen, and I am the ancestral spirit!"

After a long while, the Willow Goddess calmed her mind, regained her tranquility, and finally chose to take human form.

Beneath a tall green willow, she revealed her true appearance. Dressed in white, she was actually a man. Her face was beautiful, delicate and exquisite, and she possessed an unparalleled charm.

She took human form to bid a proper farewell to Shaohua, in order to fulfill all proper etiquette.

"You are exactly as I imagined you to be, a truly androgynous beauty!" Shao Hua admired Liu Shen's stunning beauty and couldn't help but exclaim.

Beautiful things are always pleasing to the eye, and beautiful women are no exception. They bring comfort to the mind and body, which is also a way to maintain good health!

Therefore, Shaohua felt that he had achieved his goal and immediately broke through the cultivation level and ascended to immortality!
Liu Shen was slightly surprised, but not too surprised.

With her discerning eye, she had naturally long seen that Shaohua was ready to break through, but she never expected the opportunity to appear in her own life, which was both funny and frustrating.

"What did Huang say to you?" Shao Hua asked curiously.

They were comrades-in-arms who had fought side by side, but Huang left her without saying a word, only leaving her a ball of fire that burned people.

They clearly left a lot of information for Liu Shen, otherwise Liu Shen wouldn't have suddenly regained her memories. It's definitely a case of being treated differently, right?

"He has something he wants me to tell you." Upon hearing this, Liu Shen's beautiful eyes flickered slightly, and she hesitated whether to do as the message said.

"What did you say?" Shao Hua was slightly taken aback.

"Don't get agitated, just stand there and don't move."

Willow Goddess uttered a cryptic remark, then a long, slender willow sword appeared in her hand and thrust it directly at Shaohua.

Shao Hua: "?!!"

"He said he wanted me to cut you with my sword," Liu Shen said.

Shaohua: "."

So what if he took a tiny bit of risk back then, letting Huang get crushed by a group of progenitors, and then nearly fell into darkness himself, almost making Huang the biggest accomplice? What's there to get excited about, and why did he leave a special message to get revenge?
Shaohua opened her arms, letting the willow sword pierce through her heart.

With a soft splatter, hot blood splattered.

"So, does this mean I've passed the second test?" Shao Hua's expression darkened slightly, her blue robes stained with blood, like a tragically beautiful crimson flower in bloom.

The talk of revenge was just a joke; the real purpose was to test whether she was a reincarnation of the dark side.

Huang had long anticipated her resurrection, but he was unsure which aspect of her would be resurrected.

Liu Shen quickly put away the blood-stained sword and walked over to soothe Shao Hua's wounds.

A blood-stained talisman emerged from the willow sword, and a solemn voice emanated from it, saying: "Revived from annihilation, rising from ruin, you are still here, so there is still hope for the future. One day I too will reappear in this world!"

(End of this chapter)