Ming Dynasty: pacifying the rebellion and defending the border, dominating the world

Chapter 290 A Future to Look Forward To, In the Name of Immortals, Across the Myriad Realms

Under the expectant gazes of Yan Yimei, Xiao Luoyang, and others, Zhu Jinzhen couldn't help but smile: "My idea has succeeded."

"The Martial Arts Cultivation Furnace can indeed record their power at their peak."

"We can also obtain this power simultaneously through the Martial Arts Cultivation Furnace."

Zhu Jinzhen was not optimistic about this test and was prepared to be disappointed from the beginning.

But unexpectedly, the Martial Arts Cultivation Furnace was just as heaven-defying.

It was even possible to record how the secret guards were able to be elevated to a level above the terrestrial celestial beings through the battle formation power of the Ziwei Doutian Formation, and how they maintained this peak power for only a very short time.

"but……"

Zhu Jinzhen shook his head and said, "The drawbacks are also significant."

"Their power was increased dramatically through the Ziwei Doutian Formation, so they are essentially still terrestrial immortals. Once their bodies can no longer withstand that surge of power, although they won't be completely annihilated like them, they will be severely injured or even die."

"Moreover, after synchronizing, one will only obtain their power at their peak, and the improvement to one's own martial arts realm and cultivation will be almost zero."

Suddenly, Zhu Jinzhen changed the subject and smiled slightly, saying, "Of course, it's all within our tolerance range."

"Let alone the power above the celestial beings, we can withstand even the unknown realms that go even further."

"We are all immortal!!"

The power that the secret guards gained through the Ziwei Doutian Formation, as recorded by the Martial Arts Cultivation Furnace, did not exceed the realm above the terrestrial celestial being. Naturally, it was also within the tolerance range of those who had experienced the power of the Tong Chi, such as Yan Yimei and Xiao Luoyang, who were at that realm.

Upon hearing this, Yan Yimei and Xiao Luoyang both smiled.

Others might find it difficult to withstand that violent power, but this definitely does not include Zhu Jinzhen and Yan Yimei, Xiao Luoyang, and others who have already synchronized with Tong Chi and Yin Zhong's immortality.

The physical body is immortal and can be reborn infinitely.

As long as it doesn't exceed the limit of the immortal body achieved through the combination of the thirteenth level of Dragon God Technique and the Tong clan's magic.

No matter how violent or unruly the power is, it can only be obediently controlled by them.

At this moment, Yan Yimei seemed to have thought of something and bowed, saying:
"Your Highness, the realm beyond the Celestials is still unknown."

"Should we name them to make it easier to categorize them?"

Upon hearing Yan Yimei's suggestion, Zhu Jinzhen fell into deep thought. After several secret guards had gained peak power by burning their lives through the Ziwei Doutian Formation, he had already stood at the peak of that unknown great realm beyond the Celestial Realm. He also had a plan for the next step forward. Indeed, he needed a simple and clear realm code name to reflect his realm.

After a moment of contemplation, Zhu Jinzhen slowly nodded: "Taoism says, 'There are three vehicles of Dharma and five ranks of immortals.' The five ranks of immortals are ghost immortals, human immortals, earth immortals, divine immortals, and heavenly immortals."

"The Ghost Immortal is one below the Five Immortals. He transcends the Yin realm, his divine form is unclear, he has no surname in the Ghost Realm, and no name in the Three Mountains. Although he does not reincarnate, he is also difficult to return to Penglai. In the end, he has nowhere to go, so we do not take him."

"Although immortals attain longevity, they only achieve minor success. They may have merit in cloud magic, but they cannot attain the Great Dao. They cannot change their fate throughout their lives, nor can they adapt to the changing seasons. They are limited to one method or technique within the Great Dao. Although they are called immortals, they are still human in reality."

"The rest are Earth Immortals, Divine Immortals, and Celestial Immortals. Earth Immortals are those who are halfway between Heaven and Earth, who do not comprehend the Great Dao, and whose methods are limited to minor accomplishments. Their achievements are not visible, but they live long and do not die in the human world."

Zhu Jinzhen shook his head and chuckled as he spoke: "Earth Immortals are the immortals on land that people call terrestrial immortals. There is still a realm of celestial beings above them, which is also unacceptable."

"Perfect, immortals are neither born nor die, neither empty nor full, possessing myriad supernatural powers. Celestial immortals can move with ease, roaming freely between heaven and earth, with all phenomena arising and ceasing in a single thought."

"Those who surpass the celestial beings are temporarily named the Immortal Realm, and those who go above that are called Celestial Immortals."

What do you think?

Upon hearing Zhu Jinzhen's question, Yan Yimei and Xiao Luoyang naturally nodded in agreement without hesitation, offering no objection whatsoever. Immortals are transcendent, detached from worldly affairs, single-handedly forming mountains, dominating the world for countless millennia.

Using the Taoist concepts of immortals and celestial beings to temporarily name this realm beyond the realm of gods and humans makes it easier to understand.

"This humble general, Yan Yimei, congratulates Your Highness on attaining the Dao of Immortality."

"This humble general, Xiao Luoyang, congratulates Your Highness on attaining the Dao of Immortality."

"Your Highness, we congratulate you on attaining the Dao of Immortality."

Yan Yimei, Xiao Luoyang, and a group of secret guards all bowed to offer their congratulations.

"You lot!" Zhu Jinzhen shook his head helplessly, smiling as he waved his hand to tell them to rise.

Those who are family know their own situation. His realm is completely different from that of the gods in mythology. Naming his realm after gods and celestial beings is nothing more than gilding his own ego.

It will inevitably have to be replaced in the future.

“This time, I have discovered another wonder of the Ziwei Doutian Formation.” Zhu Jinzhen smiled slightly, a strange smile flickering in his eyes: “This formation can be used not only to fight for one’s life, but also to explore higher realms and unknown paths ahead.”

With Teyvat Eggs, you can be resurrected even after death.

The Ziwei Doutian Formation can burn everything away in exchange for a temporary power that is two major realms higher than oneself.

The two complement each other, which is equivalent to being able to briefly experience a power that is two levels higher than oneself by finding another way.

What is this concept?
As long as Teyvat Fried Egg can hold on and his comprehension is strong enough, before the Ziwei Doutian Formation's ability to ignore everything and increase two major realms in battle formations becomes ineffective, even if the upper limit of the Comprehensive Martial World is the Land Celestial Being, Zhu Jinzhen can forcefully create a path that no one can imagine in this Comprehensive Martial World.

For example: cultivating to the level of Immortal King, Immortal Emperor, or Celestial Immortal in a multiverse martial arts world?

Or perhaps martial arts can be elevated to the level of shattering an infinite universe with a single punch and slicing through endless time and space with a single sword?
"I also have this idea, but..." Yan Yimei pointed outside with a wry smile. A group of terrestrial immortals were causing an apocalyptic scene where the whole world seemed to be on the verge of collapse by burning their life force. If the secret guards of the terrestrial celestial realm were to use the Ziwei Doutian Formation, wouldn't they really drag the whole world into the abyss?

“Your concerns are valid, but who says we’re going to explore higher realms in this world?” Zhu Jinzhen’s lips curled up, revealing a mysterious smile.

If it's not in this world, could it be in the heavens?
Yan Yimei and Xiao Luoyang both subconsciously showed expressions of shock.

Zhu Jinzhen knew they had misunderstood and reminded them, "I caught a mouse outside Jingnian Temple before, and that mouse brought me a great surprise."

Immediately afterwards, Zhu Jinzhen transmitted the matter of the double-penetrating gate to Yan Yimei and Xiao Luoyang through telepathy, causing the two, who were still guessing, to widen their eyes in disbelief.

The Gate to All Realms is a gateway that allows one to traverse through countless worlds.
Zhu Jinzhen nodded slightly to the two men, "We can begin once the Jingnan Rebellion is over."

Zhu Jinzhen also harbored a faint sense of anticipation for the first world to be opened.

The world's upper limit doesn't necessarily need to be very high.

As long as it's useful to him, that's fine.

Yan Yimei and Xiao Luoyang were even more alarmed. They exchanged a fiery glance and bowed in unison, saying, "We will go through fire and water to quickly clear away all obstacles in the Jingnan Campaign for Your Highness."

Both of them were deputy commanders of the secret guards and were well aware of the value of a door that could traverse countless worlds.

In comparison, even the throne of the Ming Dynasty was nothing special.

For a moment, Yan Yimei and Xiao Luoyang were filled with excitement and anticipation, imagining that one day, under Zhu Jinzhen's leadership, they would plant the banner of the Cangyun Army all over the heavens and myriad worlds!

(End of this chapter)