Mythology: Erlang Shen begins to show his divine power in the heavens

Chapter 252, The Grand Finale
After realizing his true nature, Lin Yuan felt a surge of immense power within him, as if a long-imprisoned beast had regained its freedom.

Those scattered insights and incomprehensible ways of using power that he once had now converged and blended in his heart like rivers flowing into the sea.

All the system's abilities were no longer mysterious and unattainable, but rather felt like a part of his body, which he could clearly perceive and integrate with without any hindrance.

He is no longer limited by his previous understanding, no longer fixated on playing a specific role, and no longer relies on traveling between different worlds to gain power.

As Zhulong said:

He is no one, yet he can be anyone!
This truth was like opening a door to a completely new realm, giving Lin Yuan a sudden enlightenment.

In that instant, Lin Yuan felt that his connection with the entire universe had become closer than ever before.

He could feel the breath of every world, the rhythm of every life, and the flow of every law. This wondrous feeling filled him with awe and excitement.

He tried to mobilize the power within his body, and with just a thought, he instantly transformed into countless beings.

Each of these clones carries Lin Yuan's unique aura, yet each possesses its own distinct characteristics.

Some of the clones are dressed in magnificent immortal robes, surrounded by auspicious light, holding immortal swords, and flying through the clouds of the immortal world, just like the rulers of the immortal realm.

Some clones transform into mighty war gods, clad in gleaming armor and wielding divine weapons, leading thousands of troops into battle in a fantasy world ravaged by war, displaying their invincible prowess.

Other incarnations manifest as the compassionate Buddha, seated upon a lotus throne, radiating gentle Buddhist light, preaching the Dharma to suffering beings and saving all humanity.

Lin Yuan's clones, like countless stars, travel between different worlds.

They might be in a mysterious magical world, discussing the mysteries of magic with magicians.

Or perhaps in a technologically advanced future world, you could join scientists to explore the ultimate secrets of the universe.

Or perhaps in an ancient mythological world, they fight alongside the gods to protect the peace of the world.

He alone is like countless gods and Buddhas, each incarnation displaying the power and majesty of the corresponding deity, bringing hope and light to the world.

At the same time, Lin Yuan's clones also penetrated into the myriad beings of various worlds.

He transformed into an ordinary person on the street, experiencing the joys and sorrows of life.

They transformed into hardworking farmers, toiling away in the fields.

To become a wandering knight-errant, upholding justice and helping those in distress.

He felt the joys and sorrows of every life, and understood the suffering and aspirations of all beings.

The so-called one is ten thousand, and ten thousand is one.

Nothing could be more true.

At the same time, Lin Yuan's aura expanded continuously in this mysterious chaotic realm, like a surging tide.

Once upon a time, the Way of Pangu, the Way of Zhulong, and the Way of Doumu—these three great paths, containing endless mysteries and immense power—were the means by which he dreamed of attaining the Great Luo realm.

However, everything is different now.

He had come to understand his true nature, knowing that he was both a sentient being and the world.

Those paths that he once regarded as the key to the Great Luo realm have quietly changed their status in his new cognitive system.

Now, his aura is becoming increasingly ethereal, as if he has transcended all established rules and boundaries.

The Great Luo realm was once the highest existence that countless cultivators dreamed of, representing the ultimate control over the laws of heaven and earth. But now, it can no longer be used to accurately describe Lin Yuan's state.

The Great Luo is ultimately just one manifestation of the Way of Pangu, and he has far transcended the constraints of this single Way.

His existence has become a grander and more mysterious concept.

His aura contains the cycle of birth and death of all things in the world, encompasses the laws and order of countless worlds, and carries the hopes and dreams of all living beings.

Under the influence of this powerful aura, the surrounding space and time began to distort and deform. Everything in the chaotic realm seemed to be undergoing a grand and mysterious evolution around him.

The next moment, Lin Yuan's thoughts shifted, and in an instant, he disappeared from that chaotic domain and returned to the world of mountains and seas.

Everything remained the same as it was before he left. Di Jun's terrifying power, like a surging tsunami, continued to press down on Lin Yuan.

In the past, Lin Yuan was powerless against such overwhelming force and could only flee in panic.

But now, Lin Yuan has been completely transformed and stands at the pinnacle of a new realm.

His gaze simply sharpened, and in an instant, an invisible yet immense power emanated from him and spread outwards.

The world, which had been thrown into chaos by Di Jun's power, was instantly cleared. All the oppressive force and chaotic aura vanished without a trace, like ice and snow meeting the blazing sun.

Di Jun's originally dignified expression froze instantly, replaced by undisguised shock.

He stared wide-eyed at the changes before him, seemingly unable to believe his eyes.

In his mind, although Lin Yuan was also a revered god, he was far inferior to him. How could he possibly possess such the ability to reverse the course of events in such a short period of time?

Lin Yuan, with his upright posture, slowly rose into the air. His body radiated a mysterious yet powerful light, a light that was not dazzling but contained a power that could make all things submit.

He tilted his head slightly, a confident smile playing on his lips, and calmly looked at Di Jun, his voice steady yet carrying an undeniable authority:
"Di Jun, it's time for you to feel my power!"

The next moment, Di Jun felt the scene before him suddenly change, and he found himself in an unknown space-time.

In this space-time, darkness was thick as ink, and an invisible, heavy pressure permeated the surroundings, as if countless invisible hands were squeezing his body from all directions.

Every inch of his skin was wracked with pain, and his bones creaked under the immense pressure. He felt as if he were inside a giant meat grinder, about to be crushed into dust at any moment.

Di Jun was filled with fear and disbelief. He frantically circulated his divine power, trying to resist this terrifying pressure, while shouting in disbelief:
"What did you do?! Why have you suddenly become so strong?!"

However, all that responded to him was the endless silence of this unknown space-time and the ever-increasing, terrifying pressure that followed him like a shadow.

Lin Yuan gazed calmly at Di Jun, who was trapped in an unknown space-time, struggling in fear and pain, and slowly spoke:

"It's nothing, I just came to understand myself better."

His voice echoed in this strange space and time, carrying a sense of calm and detachment that came with transformation.

At this moment, Lin Yuan seemed to stand at the center of the world, controlling the cycle of life and death and the order of time and space with every move he made. Under his will, Di Jun was like a puppet, twisted into any shape at will, without any power to resist.

At first, the feeling of being able to easily control the life and death of a powerful opponent gave Lin Yuan an indescribable sense of exhilaration, as if his long-suppressed emotions had finally been released.

But as time went on, watching Dijun struggle under endless pressure, the pleasure gradually faded, replaced by a deep sense of boredom.

After all, for Lin Yuan at this moment, this one-sided crushing victory could no longer bring him true satisfaction.

Just then, Zhulong's majestic figure reappeared beside Lin Yuan without warning.

The Candle Dragon was surrounded by a mysterious aura of spacetime, and every breath it took seemed to cause a tremor in spacetime.

The moment Di Jun caught sight of Zhulong, his face, which had been contorted with pain, instantly turned into one of utter terror. He tried to scream, but found himself unable to utter a sound under this terrifying pressure. He could only stare at Zhulong with eyes filled with despair and fear.

Lin Yuan noticed Di Jun's gaze, and casually waved his hand, enveloping Di Jun in a soft yet powerful light.

In an instant, Di Jun disappeared from this unknown space-time and returned to the world he originally belonged to.

Lin Yuan then slowly turned his head to look at Zhulong, a thoughtful look in his eyes, and said:
"It suddenly feels meaningless."

His tone revealed a sense of bewilderment about the pinnacle of power, as if standing at a high place only to find that everything was not as desirable as he had imagined.

Zhulong nodded slightly, a hint of understanding flashing in his enormous eyes, his voice deep and resonant:
"At least you can traverse the chaotic void and experience countless different worlds, but I have already understood everything in this chaotic void. Here, I am omniscient and omnipotent, which is truly meaningless."

His words carried an endless sense of vicissitude. In this chaotic void, Zhulong possessed supreme power, but precisely because of this, everything became mundane and lost the joy of exploration and pursuit.

Lin Yuan listened quietly, falling into silence.

After a long while, he suddenly raised his head, looked directly at Zhulong, and asked:

"Didn't you ever think about refining me back then, so you could master that power?"

This question had been lingering in his mind for a long time, and now he finally asked it. Upon hearing this, Zhulong's lips curled into a faint smile:

“I’ve tried it, of course, but it didn’t work.”

His answer was concise and clear, yet it resolved Lin Yuan's doubts.

Lin Yuan nodded slightly, indicating his understanding:
"I see."

Zhulong looked at Lin Yuan, a hint of anticipation flashing in his eyes, and said:

"Your future is still long, keep going. Perhaps there are people in that endless chaotic void who can truly transcend all of this. When that time comes, if you can master a way to help others transcend the chaotic void, you must take me with you."

In Zhulong's mind, Lin Yuan, as a special being who traversed the chaotic void, had infinite possibilities and might really be able to find a way to transcend this endless chaos.

Lin Yuan looked at Zhulong, a confident glint in his eyes, and said:
"Actually, I can lead people right now."

Zhulong's previously calm eyes instantly lit up, filled with surprise:

"Really?"

Lin Yuan nodded firmly, then looked into the distance. With a thought, he sketched a mysterious world in the void, a world radiating an eerie light, as if beckoning them:

"Will you come with me to take a look?"

A long-lost look of excitement appeared on Zhulong's face:

"Thank you very much!"

After saying that, he and Lin Yuan flew towards the world that had been depicted.

(Finish)

(End of this chapter)