Covering the Sky: I Prove the Great Dao Through the Gate of Immortality

The laughter began softly, then gradually grew louder, eventually transforming into a thunderous roar that pierced through clouds and shattered rocks, soaring freely, shaking the heavens and the earth, sweeping away thousands of miles of clouds, and rolling across the distant sky like thunder.

The cultivators watching from afar were filled with mixed emotions, going from being dumbfounded to speechless with horror, and finally only silence remained.

No one could have predicted that this battle, which shook the Eastern Wilderness, would end in such a way.

Some imagined that the old Peng King would swiftly kill that prodigy, while others speculated that the two sides might have developed a mutual respect and stopped fighting. Still others guessed that Li Chenzhou would flee far away.

However, the reality is that the Golden-Winged Roc King had to sacrifice three drops of Heavenly Roc blood to ensure his grandson's safety.

Old Peng Wang was already advanced in years, and this fierce battle had further damaged his health. The loss of three drops of true blood was like adding insult to injury.

The golden age is approaching, a time when all living beings should strive to cross over, but the old Peng King has already broken his wings, and his path may be difficult to advance further, which is truly lamentable.

Li Chenzhou's long laugh was like a thunderclap from the heavens, echoing between heaven and earth, carrying an arrogant disdain for the world.

As the laughter subsided, he took a step forward and appeared a hundred miles away in the next moment.

He took Nannan's hand, his figure swayed slightly, and then disappeared without a trace.

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"The golden age has arrived, and geniuses are rising up everywhere. I thought it would be a battle of heroes, but now it seems that someone has already pulled ahead by a wide margin."

"To be contemporaries of such figures, I do not know whether it is a blessing or a curse."

The Holy Son of the Purple Mansion, the Holy Son of the Great Evolution, the Holy Son of the Myriad Beginnings, and others remained silent, their expressions shifting uncertainly.

The young nun from the Great Xia Dynasty gently tugged at the sleeve of her elder brother beside her, her eyes filled with disbelief.

She still remembered that not long ago, that person relied on the power of the imperial weapon to suppress and kill a powerful figure. Now, he can actually suppress a demon clan giant with an avatar. What an amazing transformation this is.

One month later, in a mountain range somewhere in the Eastern Wilderness, clouds and mist swirled, and all was silent.

Li Chenzhou sat quietly on the green rock, suddenly opened his mouth, and swallowed the three drops of Tianpeng True Blood.

After a month of analysis, the path forward has become clear.

When the Old Peng King unleashed the Heavenly Peng Fighting Dragon Diagram that day, he used the Hunyuan Jade Book to see through its essence and discovered that this image was actually engraved deep within his bloodline.

To cultivators in this realm, this is both a rare innate phenomenon and a powerful killing technique; in his eyes, it is more akin to an innate supernatural ability.

This is the bloodline inheritance left to future generations by the ancient Tianpeng. When the bloodline of future generations is pure enough and their cultivation reaches the corresponding level, their supernatural powers will manifest and transform into the most powerful means of attack.

"The Heavenly Roc Soaring Dragon Diagram is essentially no different from many other secret techniques. The difference is that it is not cultivated after birth, but is imprinted in one's bloodline from birth. This lineage can awaken this supernatural power by continuously comprehending the mysteries of the bloodline and supplementing it with the corresponding methods."

"My path lies in fusing all the laws of the universe into myself. However, the efficiency has been low in the past, and the fragments of laws I obtained were both mixed and incomplete, far less clear than the imprints of heaven and earth in the Heavenly Tribulation. If I could obtain a physical object containing the origin, such as the true blood of the Heavenly Roc this time, or other rare objects that carry the essence of the Dao, the efficiency of fusing would be greatly improved."

"Do they eat aborted babies?"

The Daoist principles flowed in his eyes; this was an unprecedented path to heaven.

……

During the month that Li Chenzhou was in seclusion, news of his battle with the Golden-Winged Roc King quickly swept across the Eastern Wilderness and even spread to other major regions of the Big Dipper.

In just a few days, the name "Li Chenzhou" resounded like thunder among countless cultivators in the Eastern Wilderness.

People spread the news that a young human cultivator, using an avatar, had fought a powerful demon for over a thousand rounds, ultimately forcing the opponent to hand over three drops of his lifeblood.

What kind of being is the Golden-Winged Roc King?

That person is on par with the Holy Land Lord and the head of an ancient family; he is a truly peerless powerhouse standing at the pinnacle of the Eastern Wilderness.

However, even such a dominant figure was forced to bow his head by a young junior.

The news spread wider and wider, becoming increasingly astonishing.

From then on, the name Li Chenzhou became known throughout the land.

The competitive landscape of the Imperial Path was overturned overnight, and a towering peak, insurmountable, suddenly appeared before all the aspiring geniuses.

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"Have you heard? A young man named Li Chenzhou is said to have fought a fierce battle with the old Peng King of the demon race with only an avatar, and in the end, he even forced the old senior to hand over his true blood."

"I've heard about it before, but is that even possible? They say Li Chenzhou is only sixteen or seventeen years old. How could he have such extraordinary abilities? Could it just be some ridiculous story from somewhere?"

"Absolutely true! Hundreds of thousands of people witnessed that battle firsthand; how could this be false?"

Such conversations are frequently heard in teahouses, taverns, and on the streets.

The news spread like wildfire, reaching every corner of the Eastern Wilderness.

Inside a stone archway, two boys and a large black dog were discussing the matter.

"This is shocking! The sunken ship is getting more and more terrifying."

A burly young man was so excited that his face was flushed. "Even someone like Old Peng King couldn't do anything to him."

Another boy nodded, a hint of emotion flashing in his eyes: "It's truly beyond imagination. Whether in his hometown or in Beidou, he has always been the most dazzling presence." Ye Fan recalled everything since he met Li Chenzhou. No matter what difficulties they faced, the other party could always break through with his strength. All problems were insignificant in front of him.

"Hey kid, is this Li Chenzhou you're talking about always dressed in white?" The big black dog next to them suddenly interjected, its face showing surprise and doubt.

It remembered the boy who had once broken the Purple Mountain restriction and helped it escape from the divine source.

"Black Emperor, do you know Chen Zhou?" Pang Bo looked at the big black dog suspiciously.

"This emperor...did indeed meet him once." The Black Emperor, unusually, did not ramble on, his dog face solemn. "That person...is unfathomable." In its memory, only the Great Emperor Wushi had given it such a feeling of unfathomable depth. The young man made it instinctively feel fear, as if it had encountered its natural enemy.

"Speaking of which, all those inexhaustible source stones you have, were they all given to you by Li Chenzhou?" The Black Emperor's eyes darted around, and he started to have another idea. "Boy, since you're having trouble breaking through to the Four Extremes Secret Realm anyway, why don't you give me all the source stones, and I'll pass on the Supreme Emperor Scripture, the Black Emperor Scripture, to you?"

"Don't even think about it!" Ye Fan said warily. "I'd rather feed these Originium to the dogs than give them to you!"

Black King Dog's eyes lit up immediately.

Within the market, other cultivators were also discussing this matter enthusiastically.

"This is insane! Li Chenzhou has really stirred up a hornet's nest!"

"Is that really true? The Golden-Winged Roc King was subdued by him in one move? Even the Old Roc King had to admit defeat?"

"It's absolutely true! The people of Yaoguang Holy Land saw it with their own eyes. They have a deep-seated grudge against Li Chenzhou, so there's no reason for them to spread rumors about him."

"Just who is this Li Chenzhou? Could he be some ancient monster who has been living in seclusion for many years and has reappeared in the world?"

The monks in the jade gambling market gathered in small groups, discussing the matter animatedly.

Many people found it unbelievable; this news completely overturned their understanding.

The Golden-Winged Roc King is unparalleled among the younger generation. Even Yan Ruyu, the descendant of the Demon Emperor, might not be his match without using his imperial weapon.

Many human prodigies regarded him as a major threat.

However, such a prodigy was easily suppressed, as if he were a chick being captured.

If Xiao Peng Wang's defeat could be understood as the emergence of a more amazing prodigy among his generation, then his overwhelming victory over Lao Peng Wang completely exceeds the scope of a prodigy.

This is no longer a prodigy, but a monster, inspiring both awe and fear.

"What exactly is Li Chenzhou's background? Which supreme sect does he belong to?"

"I heard that the Yao Guang Holy Land and the Ji family once issued warrants for his arrest. Two years ago, many cities posted his wanted posters, with a bounty of ten thousand catties of Origin. At the time, it was rumored that he was only at the Fourth Extreme Secret Realm. I was even thinking about whether I could capture him and claim the bounty, but I never expected..."

As the news spread, Li Chenzhou's past experiences were gradually unearthed.

Although the details are still not very clear, almost all cultivators in the Eastern Wilderness have memorized this name.

"Too aggressive! To dare to kill people from two great holy families so young, their audacity is truly terrifying."

"During his journey to the Northern Region, he accomplished two earth-shattering feats: he killed Ji Haiyue of the Ji family with his fists and crippled the renowned Yao Guang Holy Son of the Eastern Wilderness."

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"Terrifying! That means that as early as two years ago, his combat strength was already unmatched among the younger generation in the Eastern Wilderness!"

"No wonder the Holy Son of Yaoguang has been so quiet these past two years. It turns out he was recuperating from his injuries. I thought he was in seclusion cultivating some earth-shattering secret technique."

From teahouses to restaurants, from one city to another, from one country to another, a month later, the entire Eastern Wilderness knew about this battle.

And everything about Li Chenzhou gradually became clear.

Only then did people realize with astonishment that he was merely a mortal.

"So what if he's a mortal? Faced with this kind of power, physique is irrelevant. Even the most powerful royal bodies, divine bodies, ancient holy bodies, and even the legendary chaotic bodies couldn't achieve such accomplishments at this age!"

"Speaking of the Sacred Body, there seems to be only one in this generation. Strangely, in this era, he actually cultivated to the fifth level of the Dao Palace..."

"Moreover, this Holy Body possesses astonishing combat power. Some have personally witnessed him clash with a renowned rival from the Four Extremes Secret Realm. That cauldron, forged from the source of all things' primordial energy, was as heavy as an ancient divine mountain. With a single strike, it actually smashed that renowned figure into a bloody mist!"

"Strange, very strange! Since the ancient era, there have been people possessing the Holy Body, but most of them were unable to cultivate. Even those who managed to escape the sea of ​​suffering remained stuck in the early stages of cultivation for their entire lives. But this generation's Holy Body not only rivals the legendary masters in combat power, but also has a divine cauldron forged from a treasure of heaven and earth by his side. Could this be a sign from heaven that the Holy Body lineage is about to regain its glory?"

"In any case, it is unlikely that a second person of such extraordinary talent as Li Chenzhou will appear in this world. Such a person is a rare sight even in the vast history of time."

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In the southern part of the eastern wilderness, there lies the Spirit Ruins Grotto Heaven.

Cranes flutter gracefully, and a sacred spring gurgles gently—a scene straight out of a celestial realm.

Since Li Chenzhou passed through Yan Kingdom last time and helped the people of Lingxu improve their cultivation, the entire cave heaven has been rejuvenated and its strength has surpassed that of the other five major cave heavens in Yan Kingdom.

At this moment, inside the Lingxu Hall, Sect Leader Li, the four Supreme Elders, and other elders gathered together, discussing the matter animatedly.

"A true dragon has truly emerged from my Lingxu Cave Heaven. Even the powerful demons have to bow down to him." Elder Wu Qingfeng stroked his beard and sighed, his expression full of emotion.

"The best decision I could ever make in my life was to treat Elder Li with sincerity and give him the utmost respect back then." Sect Leader Li finally spoke after a long silence, his tone filled with amazement.

The Northern Regions, the Holy City.

This ancient and enduring city covers an area of ​​countless miles. Through the passage of time and the rise and fall of dynasties, countless empires have risen and fallen, but the holy city has always stood firm. Its existence even surpasses that of some ancient holy sites.

In this city, powerful demons from the Southern Ridge reside, and royal descendants from the Central Plains linger.

Now, they all know one name—Li Chenzhou.

"Hahaha, old Peng King, I get tired of seeing your arrogant demeanor every time I see you. You always boast that your grandson has the potential to be an emperor. Well, now both of you have been taught a lesson! Men, prepare the carriage. I'm going to visit old Peng King properly."

"What a pity, what a pity! Old Peng King's foundation is damaged, so it's not appropriate for us to take advantage of his predicament and spar with him. Haha, what a pity!" An elderly member of the royal family from Zhongzhou laughed loudly, his words carrying a hint of mockery.

For the past month, the entire Eastern Wilderness has been abuzz with talk of Li Chenzhou, and the atmosphere has been anything but calm.

At this time, Li Chenzhou had finished his seclusion.

He was preparing to search for Ye Fan—in terms of physical uniqueness, who in the world could compare with the Holy Body Ye Fan?

"I hope the secret of the Holy Body will not disappoint me."

Li Chenzhou slowly stood up, took the little girl's hand, and with one step, he transformed into a streak of light and soared into the sky towards the Holy City.

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"Yao Xi, surrender! Come with us to see the Supreme Elder, and we may spare your life. Although you are a Holy Maiden, you are no match for the ten of us working together."

The speaker was a man in his early twenties with long, jet-black hair and a bronze complexion, as if cast from refined iron. He had a heroic figure and sharp, lightning-like eyes that exuded a compelling aggression. It was clear at a glance that he was an extremely powerful person.

He had three companions standing side by side: one with a golden gourd floating above his head, another with a five-colored feather fan above his head, and the last one holding a silver steel ring in his hand.

"Gulitian, no wonder your lineage has always been suppressed by Yaoguang. You have no air of a strong person and just rely on your status as a disciple of a reclusive elder to act arrogantly and domineeringly."

At this moment, Yao Xi's originally flowing black hair was slightly disheveled due to the fierce battle, and there was a trace of blood at the corner of her mouth, but it still did not diminish her flawless beauty.

Her skin was as white as snow, her figure graceful, and she appeared incomparably holy, making her seem unworthy of desecration.

"Words are useless; let's see who's the real deal." Gu Litian approached step by step.

Yao Xi opened her mouth slightly, and a moon palace, a celestial palace, grew taller in the wind, protecting her in the center.

After a series of fierce battles, she had already repelled six powerful enemies, but she was now at her limit. Unexpectedly, she was caught up by these four people.

Today, it seems we truly cannot escape our fate.

A tiny purple figure shot out from between her eyebrows, wielding a celestial sword. The sword light flowed, and the celestial radiance shone brightly as it rushed straight towards Gu Litian.

"snort!"

A piece of purple star-shaped divine iron appeared between Gu Litian's brows, clearly indicating that he had been preparing for Yao Xi's divine sense attack.

Indeed, Yao Xi's divine sense is as vast as the sea, unmatched by most among the younger generation, and she can directly annihilate her opponents with her divine sense.

During the competition for the title of Holy Maiden, her powerful divine sense was renowned throughout the holy lands. When facing her, the first priority was to protect one's sea of ​​consciousness.

After the purple figure rushed out, Yao Xi's already pale face became even more desolate.

Gu Litian's blood and qi surged to the sky, his whole body turned bronze, surrounded by lightning and divine radiance, and even had strands of dragon energy condensing.

He threw a punch, causing the ground beneath his feet to tremble violently. His arm moved like a dragon or an elephant, powerful and domineering, with an imposing aura.

"puff!"

Yao Xi was sent flying backward, her blood as vivid as flower petals, staining her white clothes red and spilling onto the ground, blooming into blood lotuses.

"I smell the fragrance of the Holy Maiden's blood... I'd rather spare your life and imprison you for eternity. I want the world to know that the so-called Holy Maiden is nothing more than this, and will eventually become my defeated opponent. In the future, I will defeat the Holy Son of Yao Guang. If he can sit on the position of Holy Son, why can't I?" Gu Litian roared like a madman, his face contorted with rage.

The three people beside him remained unmoved, clearly already used to his arrogant behavior.

"Senior Brother Gu has lofty ambitions and is vying for the throne. There may be a place for us as well," said the person with the five-colored feather fan on his head.

"Exactly! Even Li Chenzhou is only ahead for a short time. In the future, I will make him grovel at my feet and then take his head to present to my master." Gu Litian laughed arrogantly, as if Li Chenzhou had already knelt before him.

Amidst her sorrow and despair, Yao Xi couldn't help but find it all laughable.

The ten disciples taught by the reclusive elder were so foolish that they were unaware of it.

And yet, she was about to perish at the hands of such an arrogant and ignorant person.

"Someone... wants to take my head?"

A vast and boundless sound came from beyond the nine heavens, resounding throughout the world.

Under the blazing sun and with the weather mild, Gu Litian and his companions felt as if they had fallen into an ice cave, drenched in cold sweat, their bodies stiff and unable to move.

A figure slowly walked down from the horizon, like an immortal descending to earth, with unparalleled heroic bearing and divine radiance.

Even the sun seemed to lose its luster in his presence.

Li Chenzhou stood tall in mid-air, his boundless power like an ancient divine mountain suppressing the void, causing heaven and earth to tremble.

He simply stood there, and the four of them were breathless, as if their bodies were about to shatter and their spirits to dissipate at any moment.

His gaze fell, meeting Gu Litian's eyes directly, his tone as calm as still water:

"Are you the one who wants to take my head? And make me grovel at your feet?"

Gu Litian trembled violently, his mind and spirit shattered.

At this moment, his primordial spirit and physical body seemed to be on the verge of collapse, and blood seeped out from the pores of his skin.

"No... have mercy... ah..."

boom!

Before Gu Litian could even finish begging for mercy, he was suddenly exploded into a cloud of blood mist, his body and soul completely destroyed.

"The human body is a treasure trove of wonders. Why not be a decent human being instead of refining demon blood and becoming a monster that is neither human nor demon?"