Perfect World: Start by traveling to the Wuwang Mansion

Chapter 308 Where all beings turn, the Dao reaches.

Shi Qingyun stood suspended in the void, his robes fluttering in the wind, holding the starry sky high in his hand, continuously pouring divine power into it.

With eyes calm and undisturbed, he swung the sword downwards with great force, and the sword light instantly burst forth from his hand, a sword light that seemed to split the heavens and the earth, tearing through the void.

It landed firmly in the world in front of it, accompanied by a soaring explosion.

A world exploded right before his eyes, crimson and white light filling every inch of space, the booming sound lingering for a long time.

Behind him stood rows of imposing, blood-red cultivators, their expressions indifferent as they watched everything unfold before them.

A thick aura of killing intent and malevolent energy clung to them, vaguely transforming into the form of a Rakshasa behind them, roaring in the void.

They were already used to this scene and felt no emotion whatsoever.

Along the way, countless lineages have been destroyed. They showed no mercy to this guy who only wanted to reap the benefits without paying the price.

Shi Qingyun slowly withdrew the star from his hand, looked at the shattered world, and turned to lead the Cloud Palace cultivators to the next location.

Old Tao followed Shi Qingyun with a blush on his face and a smug look on his face. He was covered with storage treasures.

These were all the results of gathering those lineages, and his respect for Shi Qingyun rose to a new level.

Along this journey of conquest, there were both gains and losses.

In the continuous battles, the number of Cloud Palace cultivators plummeted from tens of thousands to five thousand.

Although their numbers have been reduced by half, their combat strength has become even greater. Through fighting to sustain themselves, their minimum cultivation level is now at the Heavenly God Realm.

Such a team would be an invaluable force even in the most remote and desolate places.

As their exploits spread far and wide, they quickly became a fearsome force among cultivators throughout the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths.

After this series of conquests, the various sects now knew what Shi Qingyun intended to do and were closely monitoring his every move.

Looking at the composed Shi Qingyun, Lao Tao felt worried, but at this moment, Yun Palace was making rapid progress.

He didn't say much, and besides, he knew in his heart that Shi Qingyun, known to the outside world as the Blood Butcher, was aware of the current situation.

Shi Qingyun, who was standing in front of everyone, knew what the various sects were thinking and did not hide his whereabouts.

He firmly believed in the principle that one force can overcome all laws, and he didn't care about their schemes. He only wanted to increase his strength as quickly as possible.

The Yin-Yang Dao River flickered beneath their feet, and Cloud Palace No. 1 appeared in the void, slowly emerging after crashing through the spatial barrier.

Meanwhile, the warship had undergone a complete transformation. Its black and gold exterior exuded a sense of decisive killing intent, and it was covered with blood-red runes, radiating an indescribable aura.

Compared to before, a large portion of the rare divine materials obtained from various Daoist sects along the way have been incorporated into this warship.

At this point, its strength is comparable to that of a supreme artifact.

With a flick of his sleeve, Shi Qingyun sent many cultivators behind him onto the warship, which then disappeared into the void and headed towards a certain location.

At their next destination, a vast network of cultivators had already formed, waiting for Shi Qingyun and his companions to arrive.

The Blood Drinking Sect, the Shadow Killing Pavilion, the Sword Sect, and many other sects with ties to the Underworld gathered together at this time.

"That Cloud Palace is going too far! Do they think they can do whatever they want just because they have a celestial sword?"

"Emperor Yun has already chosen a path to his death!"

"With all our sects united, are we afraid of a mere cultivator at the Escape One stage?"

"..."

Discontented voices echoed throughout the hall, while outside, array patterns flickered, transforming the entire sky into a gaping maw capable of devouring people.

They were waiting for Shi Qingyun and his group to arrive.

As for some major sects, they were also observing, because they had also seen through Shi Qingyun's purpose.

I originally thought he was just trying to completely eliminate the power of the Underworld, but seeing how he used the 'Ancient Covenant' as a guarantee to send so many people to the borderlands.

They knew that Shi Qingyun was targeting all their lineages, but with the alliance in place, they couldn't do anything about it.

They could only hope that Shi Qingyun would fail and quiet down; otherwise, they would have to change their strategy.

Amidst the anticipation of numerous forces, this battle, capable of impacting the entire celestial realm, unfolded in a desolate area.

On that day, five thousand elite warriors from the Cloud Palace faced off against tens of thousands of cultivators; the sheer number of cultivators alone was enough to blot out the sky.

Shi Qingyun even faced off against several cultivators of the same level, and in the shadows, a supreme-level figure also intervened.

Many cultivators who were paying attention to this battle believed that Yun Palace would inevitably lose, but the outcome surprised everyone.

On that day, Shi Qingyun only used three swords. One sword shattered a no-man's land and opened the heavens. All the measures that had been prepared were destroyed by that one sword.

With another sword strike, the several cultivators who had been attacking him were killed, their blood flowing freely, stirring up the flow of time and space, and changing the course of the battle.

The final sword strike cleaved through space and time, causing countless stars to fall. The Supreme Being fled in a bloody rage, securing victory for the entire nation.

Although Shi Qingyun's primordial spirit was exhausted and his divine power withered after the three sword strikes, the many cultivators in the shadows dared not make a move against him.

Moreover, at the last moment, the leader of the Jietian Sect and the elders of the Tianshen Academy came to help, which made some people with impure intentions restrain themselves.

After many leaders were either killed or fled, tens of thousands of cultivators lost their pillars.

Coupled with the formidable strength of five thousand elite troops, they were routed in a single blow, scattering and fleeing in all directions in an uncontrollable manner.

A battle involving multiple forces ended with the help of three swords.

Following closely behind was the Cloud Palace, which was already stirring up a storm, and it suddenly found itself in the eye of the storm, with the young prodigy Shi Qingyun once again entering the public eye.

Some cultivators who initially didn't think much of it now truly elevate Shi Qingyun, a representative of the younger generation, to the level of the older generation.

Those sects that were already on Shi Qingyun's list were terrified and immediately led most of their cultivators to the borderlands.

Majestic mountains reach the sky, white mist hangs like snow, and the golden sun shines through countless mountains.

Having plundered many lineages, the Cloud Palace has undergone a complete transformation, with its eaves soaring into the clouds and pavilions and towers situated atop various mountain ranges.

The Cloud Palace disciples came and went, creating a vibrant atmosphere. One after another, young prodigies arrived from all directions, hoping to join the group.

Or perhaps it was upon seeing Shi Qingyun, who brought peace with his three swords.

The outside world was buzzing with speculation about Shi Qingyun's next move, but Shi Qingyun, the protagonist of all these events, remained calm and composed, watching the turmoil unfold.

In a pavilion, Shi Qingyun was dressed in a thin white robe, on which was engraved a delicate pink peach blossom, clearly the work of a woman.

Just sitting there, I felt thousands of stars swaying in the light. Although my aura was still somewhat weak, it had recovered a lot compared to before.

Her silver-white hair cascaded down like a waterfall, and she held a book she had found in some unknown lineage, leisurely reading it. She slowly put down the book, raised her hand, and looked at the fine, crisscrossing cracks that had appeared on her palm, a lingering fear creeping into her heart.

On that day, facing numerous enemies, he felt immense pressure, which ultimately forced him to subvert the Way of Heaven by adopting his own.

Drawing upon the power of the Heavenly Dao and unleashing the might of countless stars, that final sword strike would have been impossible if it weren't for the supreme being's extraordinary escape technique, which allowed him to evade the lock-on aura.

Even the most powerful would shed blood for it.

However, with such an impressive record, he also paid a considerable price. He not only suffered a backlash from the Heavenly Dao, but was also almost assimilated by it, and his Dao foundation was shattered.

His physical body was almost destroyed, his Dao body crushed by the power displayed by the stars.

"If the physical body had not broken through two shackles and reached a transcendent state, it would have been impossible to withstand the power of such a Celestial King artifact."

"However, perhaps I will be able to bear it once I reach the Supreme level."

Although this battle was extremely dangerous, it was not without its benefits.

This battle not only deterred some people with impure intentions, but also demonstrated the strength of the Cloud Palace, making it easier to carry out actions later.

Not to mention the resources they plundered, the current Yun Palace's foundation is not so far removed from those of the immortal families.

Most importantly, his cultivation level has also increased significantly.

"I have a premonition that the day I understand you will be the day I ascend to the supreme position."

Looking at the cracks in his palm, Shi Qingyun noticed that the cracks were slowly emitting a faint glow.

The shape vaguely formed the character "Dao". Just one glance made one feel as if they were immersed in the long river of the Great Dao, and with each breath, all things became one with me.

With a clear and tranquil mind, one can perceive the myriad paths of life as clearly as the lines on the palm of one's hand.

With each blink of his eyes, everything before him vanished into nothingness, and he could do as he pleased in this void.

It's as if they've become the creators of this world, able to alter time and space with the flow of their thoughts.

Behind him, the branches of countless trees swayed incessantly, constantly absorbing the Dao essence emanating from Shi Qingyun.

He slowly withdrew the character 'Dao' from his hand, his eyes flashing with divine light as he pondered in his heart.

Is this a delusion?

"Perhaps it's an illusion brought about by the word 'Tao'."

Shi Qingyun shook his head, suppressing the strange and bizarre feelings in his heart.

Just as he was sipping tea and looking at the scroll in his hand, a graceful figure slowly emerged from the void.

Dressed in red, she fluttered in the wind, barefoot, landing in the void, creating ripples in the space, her makeup radiant.

The moment she stepped out, the aura of elegance and nobility emanating from her immediately spread out.

The newcomer was none other than Ni Su, the Dao Supreme, the leader of the Jietian Sect.

Ni Su's figure flashed a few times in mid-air and appeared opposite Shi Qingyun. Her aura was as deep and unapproachable as a prison, suppressing this world.

"Senior, you've arrived."

Shi Qingyun put down the book in his hand, nodded slightly to Ni Su, his eyes calm and indifferent. After spending a few days together, he no longer felt awkward with her.

I was also somewhat grateful to her. If Ni Su hadn't arrived in time, things might have changed.

"There's no need for that. I just don't want Xuan'er to become a widow at such a young age."

Despite her words, Ni Su was still quite amazed by Shi Qingyun.

Coming from the lower realm, who could have imagined that such a rootless duckweed would stir up trouble in this prosperous age and rise to become a representative of the younger generation in the Nine Heavens?

Shi Qingyun was already somewhat used to this, and he could see that Ni Su was a person with a sharp tongue but a soft heart.

"May I ask what brings you here today, Senior Ni?"

Ni Su also stated the purpose of her visit directly, a glint of shrewdness flashing in her eyes.

"The various immortal families of the Nine Heavens, together with the major religious sects, have formed teams and are preparing to head to the borderlands."

"However, there is one requirement: you must be in charge and lead them to the frontier."

As she spoke, Ni Su looked at Shi Qingyun with a strange expression, though she understood the meaning behind those aristocratic families and traditions.

They just wanted to get rid of Shi Qingyun, this plague god, as soon as possible.

Indeed, at this moment, in the hearts of the various sects of the Nine Heavens, Shi Qingyun was an unstable figure, whose eruption was not known at any time.

And since he possesses the 'Ancient Covenant,' his position is perfectly legitimate. If any member of their religious order were to object, it would be difficult for them to do so.

So, if the first thing to come isn't Shi Qingyun's attack, it might be a betrayal from the Daoist tradition that stands with him.

So their goal was to get rid of Shi Qingyun so that he wouldn't have to stay in Jiutian and could try to deal with them, the leaders of the sect.

Upon hearing this, Shi Qingyun smiled slightly, it was unclear whether he was mocking those aristocratic families or making fun of himself.

How many people are each family prepared to send?

"If it's just sending some venerable ones, then there's no need to mention this matter again."

"I just happened to get another list. I think if I 'invite' the lineages on it over, things will be much better in the borderlands."

Upon hearing this, Ni Su's smile faltered. She was unsure whether to say that Shi Qingyun was ignorant of his own limitations or overly confident.

"Don't be so hasty in this matter. Even if you have a celestial artifact, the foundation of those immortal families or top lineages is not so simple."

"They just feel it's not worth it and don't want to move out. If they were ruthless enough, everything they have now would vanish."

Shi Qingyun neither agreed nor disagreed with Ni Su's words. These aristocratic families had histories spanning tens of thousands of years, so naturally, they would not be underestimated.

However, if you don't want to bleed money and just want to get rid of him with some minor tricks, he's not someone to be trifled with.

“I am aware of what Senior Ni has said.”

"However, even if everything burns away, I can still manage to unleash a few more sword strikes."

"Moreover, the affairs of the borderlands concern countless lives in the Nine Heavens, and I think they will understand the gravity of the matter."

"I have always believed that wherever all beings turn, that is where the Way leads."

(End of this chapter)