I made the entire cultivation world cry

Chapter 619 Heaven and Earth Sleep Together (Bonus Chapter for 500 Monthly Tickets in November)

Chonghe Daojun's figure appeared silently above Kunlun Pass, his gaze sweeping over the nascent octagonal city below.

"To find a way out of a desperate situation is truly remarkable," Chonghe Daojun murmured, his figure shifting slightly before he drifted down like a feather.

The array and defenses surrounding Kunlun Pass were of no use to him. Even Zhaoming and Yaoling, who were patrolling at sea, did not notice the arrival of this Dao Lord.

Chonghe Daojun landed directly under the Purple Dome Ancient Tree in the center of the island. Sensing the vast Dao aura contained within this uninvited guest, the ancient tree moved without wind, its huge canopy rustling and its branches and leaves whispering. Pale purple petals fell like fine rain, swirling around Daojun with affection and respect.

Chonghe Daojun revealed a gentle smile, nodded slightly to the ancient tree as a greeting, and then looked at Jiang Yi, who was sitting cross-legged under the tree roots.

Jiang Yizheng closed his eyes and focused his mind, his five elements of magical power circulating endlessly and continuously flowing into the green vines rooted in the earth in front of him.

The vine leaves trembled slightly, with specks of light flowing across them. These specks of light were as difficult to refine as stubborn rocks, and Jiang Yi's magical power penetrated them with unusual difficulty and slowness.

Chonghe Daojun watched quietly for a moment, his eyes revealing understanding.

He didn't make a sound to disturb him, but simply raised his hand casually. The dewdrops that had condensed on the tips of the grass blades in the morning detached from the leaves and gathered towards him.

In the blink of an eye, a pure and clear dewdrop, seemingly containing a small world within, floated on his fingertip.

He flicked his finger lightly at the body of the Azure Vine.

The dewdrop landed silently on one of its newly sprouted tender leaves, rolling gently on the leaf and quietly seeping into the verdant vine.

In an instant, a vast and peaceful aura, containing endless vitality and the ultimate truth of heaven and earth, suddenly erupted within Qingxiao's body!
Like a gentle spring rain, it nourishes things silently.

It cleverly enveloped those stubborn fragments of the Boundary-Stabilizing Divine Light, and with its gentle yet irresistible power of the Great Dao, it instantly disintegrated the indestructible outer shell of the fragments.

The fragments, which were originally as stubborn as rocks and difficult to refine, instantly transformed into strands of incomparably pure boundary-stabilizing power, flowing smoothly and perfectly into every vein of the Azure Vine.

The Azure Vine suddenly trembled, bursting forth with a rich azure light. Its previously somewhat listless aura instantly surged, becoming vibrant and full of life.

Jiang Yi immediately sensed the earth-shattering changes within Qing Xiao's body and abruptly opened her eyes.

What came into view was Chonghe Daojun, with a faint smile on his face and dressed in a white robe.

"Daojun!"

A hint of surprise flashed in Jiang Yi's eyes. She stopped her practice, stood up, and clasped her hands in a salute.

"Thank you for your help, Daoist Lord! Qingxiao and I are deeply grateful!"

Chonghe Daojun casually waved his hand, his posture relaxed, and sat down on the thick, arched tree root next to him.

"There's no need for formalities between us. I was just passing by and decided to come down for a look. It just so happens that we've met."

Jiang Yi's mind raced. Although she had been focused on helping Qingxiao refine the fragments, as someone who bore the Kunlun Dao Seal, she had also clearly felt the earth-shaking fluctuations when the Nine Cauldrons World-Stabilizing Array was activated.

The moment the grand formation was activated, Daoist Chonghe appeared here; he was definitely not just 'passing by'.

Jiang Yi, being straightforward and clear-headed, didn't mince words either, "The Dao Lord has come in person, could it be because... there's a problem with the Boundary-Stabilizing Array?"

Chonghe Daojun met Jiang Yi's gaze, and the faint smile on his face vanished. "Activating the great formation can indeed temporarily force back the demonic tide and stabilize the situation for a while... However, this is only a temporary solution. The operation of this formation consumes too much energy; it draws on the power that supports the foundation of this realm. Like drinking poison to quench thirst, it may relieve thirst temporarily, but it will accelerate the final destruction of the Mountain and Sea Realm."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yi showed little surprise or panic. This situation was in accordance with the laws of the cultivation world, and she had long been mentally prepared for it.

After a moment of silence, Jiang Yi spoke again, "Then... what are your plans, along with those seniors who stand at the pinnacle of the Mountain and Sea Realm?"

Chonghe Daojun did not hide anything and said frankly, "Focus on cultivation and improve your cultivation level as soon as possible. If we can find the path to ascend to the Immortal Realm before this world completely collapses, that will be our chance to survive."

This answer is cold and realistic; it is the most rational, yet also the most 'selfish' choice for a high-ranking cultivator.

After listening, Jiang Yi nodded and smiled, "Yes, that makes perfect sense."

Chonghe Daojun's deep gaze fell on her face, with a hint of inquiry, "You don't resent us?"

Jiang Yi met his gaze without flinching. "First of all, a cultivator like me is not high enough in rank to complain. Secondly, putting myself in your shoes, if I were in your position, with your cultivation and vision, and faced with the inevitable demise of this world, after exhausting all options but to no avail, I would make the same choice."

"No one has the right to demand that I sacrifice myself! I, Jiang Yi, have cultivated my way to this point through countless hardships and near-death experiences. I survived because of my own abilities and by fighting for my life time and time again. All I can do is protect what I can, just as I would protect Kunlun Pass, within my capabilities. As for the outcome, whether I live or die, I only ask that I have a clear conscience."

Chonghe Daojun gave Jiang Yi a deep look and slowly nodded.

"I cannot control what others do, but I will stay with you until the very end. Even if I am to ascend and leave this world, I will try my best to take you with me. This is a little bit of my selfish wish. So, work harder in your cultivation and reach the Mahayana realm as soon as possible. Perhaps there will still be a chance to defy fate."

After saying this, Chonghe Daojun's figure faded away silently, as if merging into the sunlight, leaving only the petals of the Purple Sky Ancient Tree still drifting gently down in place.

After Chonghe Daojun's aura completely disappeared, Zhuxin appeared beside Jiang Yi.

"Actually, I've calculated it many times in private. There's always a glimmer of hope in the Mountain and Sea Realm. If I can calculate it, how could those Dao Lords not be able to?"

Jiang Yi smiled. "Are you trying to remind me not to be moved by Chonghe Daojun?"

Zhu Xin sneered and pouted, "I dare not say, but I do know that the ninth level of your 'Sleeping Immortal Technique' is called 'Sleeping with Heaven and Earth.' Although there are no specific details, the name is not good. In addition, that Dao Lord who is from the same sect as you is telling you to cultivate to the Mahayana realm as soon as possible. Don't you have any doubts?"

Jiang Yi's eyes flickered, her mind suddenly racing, and she stared intently at Zhu Xin, making Zhu Xin feel uneasy.

"What are you doing?"

“Zhu Xin, do you think that the Mountain and Sea Realm we are in now might be a dream after the Lazy Immortal used this ‘Heaven and Earth Sleep’ technique, like some kind of tribulation for ascension? And is it possible that I am the incarnation of the Lazy Immortal in his dream? Are those demonic tides all evil thoughts that the Lazy Immortal had to cut off when he ascended?”

Zhu Xin's eyes widened instantly, his pupils constricting to their limit.

"This...this is impossible...this..."

"Why is it impossible? You've seen how real the dream I experienced when I stole the dream and transformed into a butterfly was. If my realm were a little higher, what's so difficult about creating a world in a dream? The world is vast and full of wonders!"

Zhu Xin's pupils trembled violently. He couldn't help pacing back and forth, muttering to himself as if he were thinking and sorting out something. Finally, Zhu Xin clutched his head, ran his fingers through his hair, completely bewildered by Jiang Yi's wild imagination.

　see you tomorrow!

　　(End of this chapter)