Starting with Hyuga, traversing countless heavens

"Thank you for your guidance, Master. I will keep it in mind."

Ye Hongyu walked towards Hyuga Hoshino, who ignored her approach. Hyuga Hoshino had no other intentions towards Ye Hongyu, but he decided against taking her as a disciple. After all, Hyuga Hoshino's primary goal in accepting disciples was to cultivate a dragon-like prowess in the wild.

"Ye Hongyu pays respects to Mr. Zhang, hoping that Mr. Zhang will take pity on me, accept me as his disciple, and guide me through my confusion."

Ye Hongyu repeated herself, but Hinata Hoshino still ignored her. Mo Shanshan glanced at Hinata Hoshino and Ye Hongyu, then left Hinata Hoshino's side. It was better to let the two of them discuss the matter of becoming disciples.

After Mo Shanshan left, Hinata Hoshino turned to face Ye Hongyu, who was kneeling down, and asked, "Little Yu'er, what do you think I can teach you?"

"Nothing under heaven..."

Before Ye Hongyu could finish speaking, Hinata Hoshino interrupted her, "Let's be realistic and talk about a specific level. Being invincible in the world depends on which world you're in."

"The...sixth realm?"

Ye Hongyu tentatively spoke, and Hyuga Hoshino nodded, "Absolutely, I can get you into the Apocalypse Realm right now."

"The seventh realm?"

“That works too. I can achieve the extraordinary realm of the academy, the ascension of the Daoist sect, and the nirvana of the Buddhist sect. I even broke through to the immortal realm of the Demonic sect yesterday. Which realm are you eyeing? I’ll transfer my power to you right here and now.”

"Then, the Patriarch's realm?"

"You mean the Pure Realm? I haven't completed it yet, but if you just want equal power, I can give it to you now. So what?"

Hinata Hoshino smiled at Ye Hongyu, "Have you thought about what you really want?"

Ye Hongyu began to ponder whether to directly obtain powerful strength from Hyuga Hoshino or to acquire a method to enhance her strength. After a moment's thought, Ye Hongyu made her final decision.

"Please, Mr. Zhang, accept me as your disciple and pass on the great Dao to me."

Hinata Hoshino couldn't help but shake his head. Being too smart wasn't a good thing, but since she was willing to become his student, he could decide where to teach her.

Hinata Hoshino waved his hand, using his telekinesis to support Ye Hongyu, "Since you're willing, then call me Master and give me tuition."

"Yes, Master. I wonder what you will teach me?"

"I'll teach you the art of killing, which you most want to learn."

As the illusion unfolded, Hinata Hoshino pulled Ye Hongyu into the illusion. Endless stars twinkled, and Ye Hongyu initially thought it was the same cosmic illusion as before. However, upon closer inspection, Ye Hongyu discovered that the scene before her was quite different from the previous one, though she couldn't quite put her finger on what the difference was.

"What I'm going to teach you is how to use the power of the stars. To begin learning, you must first understand the division and definition of the Three Enclosures, the Four Symbols, and the Twenty-Eight Mansions. The Three Enclosures are the three regions surrounding the North Celestial Pole, namely the Purple Palace Enclosure, the Supreme Palace Enclosure, and the Heavenly Market Enclosure. Look over there."

Ye Hongyu looked up and saw the three walls marked with fluorescent light.

"Look over there, it is divided into four regions by the four directions of east, west, south and north. Each region has seven constellations and is named after the four symbols: Azure Dragon, White Tiger, Vermilion Bird and Black Tortoise."

The image of the Azure Dragon of the East contains the seven constellations: Horn, Neck, Root, Room, Heart, Tail, and Winnowing Basket.

The image of the Vermilion Bird in the south contains the seven constellations: Well, Ghost, Willow, Star, Extended Net, Wings, and Chariot.

The image of the White Tiger in the West contains the seven constellations: Kui, Lou, Wei, Mao, Bi, Zi, and Shen.

The image of the Black Tortoise in the North encompasses seven constellations: Dipper, Ox, Woman, Emptiness, Danger, Enclosure, and Wall.

Hinata Hoshino gestured for Ye Hongyu to memorize it, then took out a star map and handed it to her. "This is a star map I drew, detailing the positions of these stars. Remember it well. Next, I'll teach you some ways to use the power of the stars."

Ye Hongyu nodded. These things had a great impact on her, making her feel a little dizzy. However, she was a remarkable woman with a Dao heart and quickly accepted this knowledge.

"Repeat after me: Lord of the Heavenly Stars, you are the soul of the stars, the ruler of the stars."

With boundless power, you steer the stars and create miracles for the world.

May the stars, under your guidance, shine with the light of life.

"Summon, Star Lord."

Ye Hongyu read it aloud, "...Master, what's the use of this?"

"By holding the star map and reciting this text, you can summon one of my avatars. If you really can't beat them, just ask for help. It's no big deal."

Ye Hongyu nodded somewhat blankly. The fact that she was taught how to save her life right from the start left her a little stunned.

"Alright, next up is the second move, Seven Star Sword Condensation - Fall".

Ye Hongyu repeated it once and easily memorized it. "Master, isn't this a bit too easy?"

"It's a bit simple, but it works. Remember, you can't contact the stars right now, so you need to use the star map as a medium to use these two moves. Later, you'll need to break free from the star map and cast spells independently. Take your time to figure it out. If all goes well, the moment you can connect with the stars will be the moment you create a completely new sixth realm."

"Yes, the disciple obeys."

Ye Hongyu held the star map and began to study it. The star map was connected to the world of Hyuga Hoshino Kamui.

The Haotian Divine Kingdom is isolated from the outside world. If Ye Hongyu can one day break free from the star map and connect with the stars, it will mean that Ye Hongyu has broken free from the shackles of Haotian and connected with the stars in the outside world. Opening up a new realm will not be difficult.

Hinata Hoshino led Mo Shanshan closer to the Master, saying, "Shanshan and I are going to Zhishouguan to look at the Heavenly Book. Please look after Xiaoyuer. If we return to Chang'an, please take her with you."

The Master nodded in agreement, his eyes fixed on Ye Hongyu. Another new path had been born, a cause for celebration.

Hinata Hoshino knew what the master was looking at; it wasn't beauty, but a new path.

The Master wanted to rebel against the Heavenly Emperor, so he spent many years searching for a way to defeat him, and that's why he took in thirteen disciples.

He taught Li Manman the way of the gentleman, Jun Mo the way of propriety, Yu Lian the way of tranquility, Fan Yue the way of talismans, Song Lian and Lao Jiu the way of chess, Lao Liu the way of casting, Mu You the way of formations, Ximen Bu Huo and Bei Gong Wei Yang the way of vocal music, and Wang Chi the way of medicine. Chen Pi Pi said that the master was free-range.

The Master's original intention was to have them forge a new path, a new path sufficient to withstand the heavens.

They are indeed steadfastly following their own path, but unfortunately, it's not enough. Compared to Master and Haotian, they are far from strong enough.

The master sighed, feeling that his approach of teaching according to aptitude was correct, but perhaps he was not suited to be a teacher.

Hinata Hoshino led Mo Shanshan out to the foot of Xiling Peach Mountain. "This is Peach Mountain in Xiling. It used to be covered with peach trees."

"and after?"

Mo Shanshan looked at the lonely, empty mountain with some confusion. Only after she spoke did she realize that she had asked a question she already knew the answer to.

Everyone knew that the Master had destroyed all the peach trees on Taoshan Mountain, yet she still wanted to ask.

Hinata Hoshino chuckled and stroked Mo Shanshan's head. Her hair was in good condition and very smooth.

"Would you like to see the beautiful sight of peach blossoms blooming all over the mountain?"

Mo Shanshan nodded. "That must be beautiful."

Hinata Hoshino waved, and the entire mountain burst into bloom with peach blossoms. In just a moment, the peach trees sprouted, then grew into trees, and then blossomed.

Hinata Hoshino held Mo Shanshan's small hand and walked slowly through the mountains.

The two quickly passed the Xiling Temple, which infuriated Xiong Chumo. They treated him like he was nothing by passing through Xiling, which was simply too much. He wanted to get up and cause trouble.

Hinata Hoshino glanced over and severed the connection between Xiong Chumo and the Haotian Divine Kingdom. The moment Xiong Chumo lost his power, he broke out in a cold sweat.

Hinata Hoshino shook his head; there are always some people who overestimate their abilities.

Upon arriving outside the Zhi Shou Temple, one is greeted by a large array of fish in a pond and birds in a cage.

The phrase "fish in a pond and birds in a cage" means that fish in a pond and birds in a cage cannot escape their constraints. People who come here are like them, bound in the trap and unable to break free.

In the original storyline, Li Manman broke into the Zhi Shou Guan (Knowledgeable Monastery) and was trapped by fish in a pond and birds in a cage. Haotian was similarly trapped and unable to enter the Zhi Shou Guan when he tried to do so.

This demonstrates the power of the formation, but it was useless against Hyuga Hoshino. With the activation of the spatial laws, he easily opened a passage leading directly to the interior of the Zhi Shou Temple.

Hinata Hoshino extended his hand to Mo Shanshan, "Please."

Mo Shanshan smiled and handed her hand to Hinata Hoshino. The two stepped into the Zhishou Temple. The middle-aged Taoist sighed and did not stop them. They were no match for him, so let him go.

Mo Shanshan found the Heavenly Book and began to read it. While Mo Shanshan was reading, Hinata Hoshino was reading it at the same time. Hinata Hoshino no longer had the curiosity about the Heavenly Book as before. This thing was just a part of Haotian's authority in disguise.

Acha has now taken over the authority of the King of the Underworld in this world, becoming the King of the Underworld himself. His understanding of the world far surpasses what he gained from reading the Heavenly Book.

Hinata Hoshino found this formation interesting. The fish in the pond and the bird in the cage were recorded in the Heavenly Book, yet they blocked Haotian. There must have been some improvements. He might as well carefully comprehend the great formation.

Blocking spatial travel, blocking the flow of primordial energy, and preventing others from leaving, the entire formation truly resembled a birdcage in Hyuga Hoshino's eyes.

There are gaps, that's true, but if someone or something wants to leave through them, there's absolutely no chance.

A miniature grand array evolved in Hyuga Hoshino's hands, giving him complete control over everything from fish in a pond to birds in a cage.

"That's all."

Wei Guangming has been in Chang'an for some time now, having left Xiling. During this time, he has been silently watching over Sangsang. He sees both light and darkness in her, both of which are incredibly pure, leaving Wei Guangming somewhat confused.

So one night, Wei Guangming leaned against the door of the Old Pen Shop, pretending to be a beggar, hoping to sleep there for the night and confirm Sang Sang's identity by observing her reaction when she found him in the morning.

"Wei Guangming!"

Li Qingshan arrived with the Imperial Guards. When Wei Guangming entered Chang'an, the Vermilion Bird trembled. Li Qingshan already knew of Wei Guangming's arrival at that time, but after divining, he still couldn't find Wei Guangming's whereabouts until now.

"Li Qingshan, it's been a long time. These past years, as the Grand Preceptor of the Tang Kingdom, you've neglected your cultivation. Do you really think that with these Imperial Guards, or with your cultivation level declining instead of increasing, you can stop me?"

"What if I were added?"

Yan Se rushed over. Sang Sang was the apple of Ning Que's eye. Although Ning Que always said that Sang Sang was his maid, Yan Se was very perceptive and could see the place Sang Sang held in Ning Que's heart.

Upon hearing Li Qingshan say that Wei Guangming had come to Laobizhai, Yan Se rushed over. When Wei Guangming saw Yan Se, he was clearly on guard, but his words were filled with an arrogant and domineering air.

"Even with you, it's not enough. Don't forget, I am Wei Guangming!"

“I know that when we were studying together in Xiling, you were the most talented among us. But don’t forget, this is Chang’an. The few of us can hold you off, but Chang’an has more than just us cultivators. Many ants can kill an elephant, and besides, the gap between you and me is not that big.”

"Hmph! As long as Heaven endures, its light will live on forever."

With a soft shout from Wei Guangming, the divine radiance of Haotian surged forth from within the Haotian Divine Kingdom, transforming into a radiant light that enveloped Lane 47.

Yan Se sighed softly, and the character "井" (well) appeared in the world. Then, the character "井" and the divine radiance of Haotian both vanished.

Yan Se staggered back a step, while Wei Guangming stood still, but his slightly trembling right hand indicated that he was only pretending to be relaxed.

"Yan Se, you've become stronger over the years."

"Senior brother, people change."

"Yes, I just wanted to check. Nothing out of the ordinary will happen, so you can rest assured."

Yan Se nodded. "I hope so, Junior Brother, let's go."

Li Qingshan was somewhat unwilling, but Yan Se was no match for him; soon he was defeated by a group of imperial guards.

The light emanating from the fight between Yan Se and Wei Guangming illuminated the entire Lin Forty-Seventh Alley as if it were daytime, except for Lao Bi Zhai, which seemed completely unaffected. Sang Sang was still sleeping soundly.

After getting up early, Sangsang found Wei Guangming. Seeing that Wei Guangming had nowhere to go, Sangsang felt pity for him.

"Hey, old man, here, have some."

Sangsang handed her breakfast to Wei Guangming. Just as Sangsang turned around, Wei Guangming saw pure light in Sangsang's smile, which made him certain that Sangsang was the true Child of Light, sent by Haotian to deal with the Son of the Underworld.

Wei Guangming looked at the open door and walked straight in. Sangsang turned her head and saw Wei Guangming, speechless.