The God of Heavens

Chapter 422 Encountering a Celestial Encounter at Sea

In the end, Lin Yu still chose the Blood Refining Manual, but Nangong Ningshuang did not completely reject him, saying that she would see how he performed in the future.

The lineage of the Blood Shadow Demon Sect seems to have originated from a portion of the Great Blood Soul Technique of the Chaotic Heavenly Monarch's disciples, which belongs to the supreme divine power. The supreme divine power can be further divided into many great divine powers.

However, the Blood Shadow Demon Sect does not have the complete inheritance of the Great Blood Soul Technique, so it is reasonable that it is being suppressed and beaten by the immortal sects.

After bidding farewell to Nangong Ningshuang, Lin Yu arrived at a vast sea of ​​clouds.

It was described as a sea of ​​clouds, but in reality it was a surging, blood-red river, thick crimson mist, rushing and flowing, like weeping and howling.

Countless peaks rise abruptly from the Blood River, their bodies rugged like iron, topped with pavilions, their eaves soaring upwards, and connected by covered bridges.

Disciples would often ride blood cranes through the peaks, practicing their magic on suspended platforms or breathing exercises in caves, creating a scene of solemnity and mystery interspersed with a vibrant vitality.

This is the true lineage of the Blood Shadow Demon Sect, Shan Hai.

Each mountain peak corresponds to a true disciple, and the taller the peak, the higher its status.

The most magnificent of them all is a lotus-shaped giant mountain at the deepest part of the blood-red river, exuding an aura of absolute dominance.

He was none other than Xue Wuyang, the first true disciple of the Blood Shadow Demon Sect and ranked sixth on the Longevity Candidate List.

The Blood Shadow Demon Sect is famous for its Blood Pills, which allow for extremely rapid initial cultivation. It has hundreds of thousands of outer disciples and thirty thousand inner disciples.

However, once they reached the realm of supernatural powers, the chances of going astray and falling into demonic possession while practicing demonic arts began to increase rapidly, and the number of true disciples shrank dramatically, leaving only a few thousand.

Those who survived were all resolute and ruthless old devils.

Lin Yu channeled his magic power, his figure rising into the air, flying like a blood-red rainbow piercing the sky.

Before long, he drove onto a majestic peak.

Even amidst a vast sea of ​​blood, this peak still appears rugged and imposing, exuding an aura of inviolable majesty.

He landed directly on the summit and sat cross-legged.

This cliff top is right next to the sea of ​​blood, making it an ideal place to cultivate demonic arts.

Lin Yu chose a spot with the most concentrated blood energy, calmed his mind, and began to circulate his cultivation technique.

Outside the peak, a sea of ​​blood surged, containing endless crimson primordial energy, which was a great tonic for demonic cultivators.

He slowly channeled his magical power, extending it like a spider web, drawing upon the pure essence of blood from the sea of ​​blood.

As vital energy continued to flow into his body, his magical power began to undergo a transformation.

With each breath, Lin Yu's blood and energy surged, and his strength steadily increased.

In a short time, his magical power had surged to the power of 750 Xuanhuang Fierce Horses.

In an instant, the power of the Xuanhuang Fiery Horse increased by fifty!

Although cultivating great supernatural powers is difficult, once mastered, the speed at which one can absorb the vital energy of heaven and earth is beyond imagination.

In the past, when he was in the physical realm, every bit of power he gained was extremely difficult; now that he has entered the realm of supernatural powers and broken through the shackles of the physical body, every step forward is like a complete transformation.

After cultivating for a while longer, his power increased again, reaching the strength of eight hundred Xuanhuang Fiery Horses.

at this time--

"Boom! Boom!"

Several muffled thuds came from his body, like the beating of war drums or the breaking of shackles!

The boundless blood essence, as if summoned, transformed into surging crimson currents that rushed into his body.

Then, Lin Yu felt his magical power suddenly change!
It merged tightly with the blood essence and spiritual energy, becoming inseparable from each other, at the same time.

His magical power also changed its appearance, transforming into a deep crimson color, interwoven with the illusory images and flowing light of countless living beings. This is the "Myriad Transformations True Qi"!
After half a month of arduous training, refining the boundless blood essence within the Blood River, Lin Yu finally stepped into the second level of the Divine Power Secret Realm, the True Essence Realm, transforming his magical power into true energy and refining the false into the true.

Moreover, the true energy derived from his true blood is of an extraordinary grade, known as the Myriad Transformations True Energy that can integrate all races into one, surpassing all blood essence and primordial energy in the world!
"All my magical power has now been transformed into Myriad Transformations True Qi, and my strength is indeed profound, increasing by more than five times!"
Before I mastered true qi, I could subdue over seven hundred wild horses in mid-air; now I can control at least three thousand eight hundred!

The magical power was converted into true energy, and the power increased fivefold!
The third level of the Divine Power Realm, the Yuan Gang Realm, transforms true qi into gang qi, and how many times will the power increase?
The Mysterious Realm of Supernatural Powers is increasingly difficult to master, and with each advancement, one's power increases exponentially.

"It's time to go out and explore. Staying in the sect won't help you make any progress."

He decided to leave the underground world and head to the endless sea of ​​the Xuanhuang Great World, venturing deep into the Ruins of Return to seek opportunities.

According to ancient records, Guixu is the place where all waters converge. During the ancient war between immortals and demons, the strongest beings clashed here and broke through the world barrier, connecting it with the outer starry sky and many other worlds.

It is both a dangerous place and a place of opportunity.

Ancient ruins abound, remnants of battlefields between immortals and demons remain, and countless rare treasures are buried within.

Legend has it that whenever a great calamity occurs, the fortune of the Xuanhuang Great World will surge, and some people will even find the inheritance of immortals in the Ruins of Return and soar to the heavens.

But opportunities often come with risks.

Within the Ruins of Return, space is shattered and time and space are disordered, making it difficult for even experts from the Longevity Realm to escape.

Furthermore, there are extraterrestrial demons entrenched there, numbering in the hundreds of thousands or even millions. Ordinary cultivators who venture in will be reduced to ashes in an instant.

For thousands of years, countless cultivators from both the Daoist and Demonic factions have gone to search for treasures, but most have never returned. Only a very few with profound fortune have been able to obtain opportunities from them.

Lin Yu had made up his mind, and immediately set off. Through the sect's teleportation array, he arrived at a small country on the edge of the overseas world.

Two days later, the salty sea breeze swept over us, and as far as the eye could see, the vast blue waves blended seamlessly with the sky.

The air was thick with moisture, and a faint, almost imperceptible sense of danger could be sensed.

"We've reached the sea!" Lin Yu's spirits lifted.

Facing the boundless sea, he seemed to have a special feeling. His pores opened automatically, absorbing the surrounding moisture and merging it with his own magical power.

As the essence of water continuously seeped into his body, his aura became increasingly harmonious.

To cultivate the Blood Refining Manual, one must gather the true blood of the five elements as a foundation.

Lin Yu chose water-attribute true blood, which made him feel right at home in this boundless ocean, allowing him to cultivate with twice the results with half the effort.

The vast and magnificent sea stretches to the horizon.

No one knows just how vast it is, or how many secrets and dangers it hides.

Even cultivators at the level of supernatural powers, once they venture deep into the sea, may find themselves unable to find a place to land even after exhausting their magical power, let alone reach the legendary Ruins of Return.

Therefore, the first priority was to find a boat. Lin Yu arrived at a market town in this small coastal country.

Despite being a small country, it is quite prosperous due to its natural harbor.

Boats came and went at the dock, and many martial artists were busy loading and unloading goods, creating a prosperous scene.

As I strolled into the market, the hustle and bustle immediately hit me.

"Take a look! Freshly skinned red-scaled snakeskin, made into soft armor that's impervious to swords and spears. Even a master of the ninth level of physical strength can hardly harm you in the slightest. Only three thousand Xuanhuang coins!"

"Top-quality lightning-patterned steel arrowheads! Tempered with the essence of magical beasts, capable of piercing iron armor from eighty paces away. One price of eight hundred Xuanhuang coins, any less and I'd be losing money..."

Lin Yu strolled through the bustling market, where stalls lined both sides of the street, and vendors enthusiastically hawked their wares.

The stall was filled with a dazzling array of goods: divine weapons, fragments of cultivation manuals, hides and bones of demonic beasts, rare herbs and medicinal plants... everything imaginable was available.

The currency used for transactions here is not gold or silver, but a special type of metal coin called Xuanhuang coin.

"The influence of the Great Xuan Empire is indeed astonishing; it truly deserves to be called the number one dynasty in the world," Lin Yu thought to himself.

This currency was issued by the Great Xuan Empire, which is located in the central part of the Xuanhuang Great World, hundreds of millions of miles away. The fact that its currency can circulate here demonstrates the vast influence of the empire.

However, the Xuanhuang Coin is only used in the mortal world.

Once one has cultivated to the point of mastering supernatural powers and truly entered the world of cultivation, this coin loses its value.

Cultivators often bartered or traded elixirs.

The wealth of a cultivator is often measured by how many pills or powerful magical treasures he possesses.

Three days later, Lin Yu sat by the window of the "Listening to the Tide Pavilion" and listened to the songstress sing "Ballad of the Vast Sea".

The song was melodious and vast, carrying a sense of freedom and unrestraint, which resonated with the ocean.

This brothel, named "Tingchao Pavilion," is the most famous place of pleasure in this small coastal country.

Carved beams and painted rafters, red silk wrapped around pillars, and a faint fragrance of incense wafting in the air, mixed with the smell of wine and cosmetics.

Downstairs in the lobby, a storyteller was passionately recounting the "Strange Tales of Guixu," drawing cheers from the entire audience.

In the private room on the second floor, the sounds of lewd laughter and clinking glasses could be heard from time to time, as several young men in fine clothes were embracing and flirting with beautiful women.

The servant went upstairs to report: "Young Master Lin, the 'Breaking Waves' ship will depart from the south of the city in three days and will head to Wan Gui Sea Market. However, there are a few thugs at the dock who say that their 'Flying Fish Ship' is even faster and are trying to find out about you."

Lin Yu nodded, rewarded the servant, and went downstairs after listening to half of the song.

As soon as he stepped out of the pavilion, three wiry men surrounded him. The leader laughed and said, "Going to Wan Gui Sea Market, sir? Take our flying fish boat. It's fast, cheap, and we even have a master to back you up!"

Lin Yu glanced at their weak auras and, too lazy to waste words, said, "No need."

The scarred man blocked their way: "You're not going to give me face? The ships at this dock aren't just chosen randomly!"

Lin Yu's thoughts stirred slightly, and a surge of blood energy swept over him. Scarface groaned and staggered back, his face deathly pale. He coldly said, "Get lost."

The men dared not stop him any longer, and gritted their teeth as they watched his retreating figure: "Go report to Black Wind Island, a fat fish has boarded the Wavebreaker."

"Very good, the big shots up there have been planning to deal with the Wavebreaker for a long time. Now that this kid is on board, we brothers won't have to lift a finger..."

Three days later, Lin Yu boarded the treasure ship named "Breaking Waves" as scheduled.

This ship is entirely forged from thousand-year-old ironwood and reinforced with black iron. Runes are faintly visible on the hull, and a precious light flows around it. Ordinary winds and waves cannot shake it.

He randomly chose a standard cabin and decided to wait and see.

As the ship sailed away from the harbor, a salty sea breeze swept over us, and in less than half a day, the mainland had completely disappeared from sight.

All around was the vast sea, with no islands or land in sight, as if this lone boat was the only thing left in the world.

Suddenly, the sky darkened, dark clouds loomed overhead, and the sea breeze carried the oppressive atmosphere of an impending downpour.

Soon, a fierce wind swept in, bringing towering waves several meters high, and torrential rain poured down.

The ship, Broken Waves, was illuminated by streaks of light, keeping out all the wind and waves. Despite the violent rocking, the ship remained as steady as a rock.

"Brother Lin, don't be fooled by the fact that this Wavebreaker only has one expert at the Divine Realm in charge. With the help of the treasure ship, it can navigate through storms as if walking on flat ground."

A young boy's voice explained.

This is the young man Lin Yu met on the ship. He said he came from the Great Xuan Empire and was traveling to Wan Gui Sea City.

However, Lin Yu recognized him at a glance; he was another mischievous boy who had run away from home.

Fortunately, he was quite eloquent, and Lin Yu also wanted to learn about the affairs of the Great Xuan Empire, so he accepted this young man as a friend.

Suddenly, in the cabin, Lin Yu's eyes flickered, and the corners of his mouth slightly turned up.

"Sure enough, it's here."

His divine sense had already spread out, and he clearly sensed several hidden auras taking advantage of the storm to sneak through the dark seawater, closely following the glittering ship.

"What's here?" the boy asked, puzzled.

Soon, five powerful auras soared into the sky, their powerful magical energy surging like a surging river!
"No one on the ship is allowed to move. Now, you are the spoils of my Black Wind Island."

One of them shouted, his voice booming, looking down at all living beings from his high position!

"What?! The notorious bandits of Black Wind Island?!"

"Damn it, this is one of the Forty Thieves!"

"Rumor has it that they not only robbed cargo, but also kidnapped passengers, intending to enslave them all!"

On board the Breaking Waves, everyone was filled with fear, wailing and panic.

At this moment, the young man beside Lin Yu also changed his expression and said, "Brother Lin, we're really in trouble this time. The Forty Thieves have always been unruly and have committed countless atrocities."

There's only one secret realm on this ship; it's likely they'll plunder it.

You absolutely must come with me later. With my status, I hold some weight; at worst, they'll try to extort some money from us!

"Hehe, you do have a kind heart, but with me here, they're out of luck." Lin Yu gave him an admiring look and shook his head.

(End of this chapter)