Tian Shu Wu Wang Lu

Hidden deep within the dense forest of the secret realm, the cave entrance is concealed by lush star-patterned vines, isolating it from all the noise and chaos of the outside world. Inside, it is quiet and undisturbed, with only pure star energy flowing slowly in the air, making it an excellent place for focused cultivation and consolidating one's realm.

Lin Ye raised his hand and formed a hand seal. Several streams of golden star power burst forth from his fingertips, intertwining at the cave entrance and the inner walls to form a hidden restriction, completely shielding the cave's atmosphere and preventing any external interference.

After doing all this, he slowly walked to the center of the cave, sat cross-legged on the ground, closed his eyes and concentrated, and began to sense his own cultivation level.

At this moment, he had already stabilized at the late stage of the Star Palace Foundation Establishment. His aura was thick and long, his Star Palace in his dantian was solid and heavy, and his star power flowed smoothly around him. His foundation far surpassed that of other cultivators at the same level, and it was so solid that it was impeccable.

Even so, Lin Ye could still clearly sense the cultivation pathways within his body. He could clearly feel that his foundation had been accumulated to its limit, and he was only one step away from the peak of the Star Palace Foundation Establishment stage. With enough concentrated star power to propel him, he could successfully reach the top.

A moment later, Lin Ye slowly opened his eyes, his gaze sharp and restrained. He looked at Shen Qingyuan, who was guarding him, and said firmly, "Senior Sister, I want to go to the deepest part of the secret realm."

At the far end of the secret realm lies the primordial cave where ancient star cultivators secluded themselves for cultivation. The star energy within the cave has liquefied and directly connects to the star core of the entire secret realm, making it the place with the purest star energy in the entire realm.

As soon as he finished speaking, the delivery box behind him suddenly became hot, and a strong resonance emanated from the box, pointing precisely to the deeper part of the secret realm, perfectly confirming his judgment.

Without the slightest hesitation, Shen Qingyuan immediately nodded in agreement: "I'll go with you, so we can look after each other on the way."

Without further delay, the two sped off towards the deepest part of the secret realm.

Along the way, dangers abounded. Hidden ancient restrictions and turbulent stellar energy currents were everywhere. Elite cultivators from the Netherworld Branch were also lying in ambush to kill them. These cultivators all had sinister auras and their cultivation levels far exceeded those of the rogue cultivators they had encountered before. Among them were even Star Bridge Realm cultivators, who were at a higher level in the mortal realm than the Spirit Star Realm.

However, these enemies who had already broken through to the late stage of the Star Mansion Foundation Establishment were still no match for Lin Ye.

He moved nimbly, weaving through the encirclement. Golden star power surged around him as he fully activated the "Tian Shu Wu Wang Lu" (Record of the Unfettered Heavenly Pivot). Combined with the star power resonance from the takeout box behind him, he unleashed the Tian Shu Star Fist. The fist was domineering and fierce, and the star power was incomparably condensed. With each punch, an elite Netherworld warrior was sent flying backward.

Fighting opponents of higher levels was as easy as cutting melons and vegetables for him. The attacks of Star Bridge Realm cultivators were full of flaws in his eyes and could not harm him in the slightest.

As those Netherworld cultivators lay dying, their eyes wide open, filled with disbelief and horror. They stared intently at Lin Ye, unable to comprehend how this cultivator, whom they considered to be only at the Spirit Star Realm, could so easily kill a Star Bridge Realm expert, possessing such formidable strength.

They could not understand, even with all their knowledge, that Lin Ye's unique Star Palace Foundation Opening Realm, which seemed to correspond to the Spirit Star Realm in the mortal world, was far superior in terms of foundational foundation, purity of star power, and the essence of cultivation to a whole level above cultivators of the same level in the mortal world. The two seemed to be at the same level, but in reality, they were worlds apart.

After overcoming numerous obstacles and clearing away all barriers, the two finally arrived at the deepest part of the secret realm.

An ancient and weathered stone cave stood silently before them. Having endured countless ages, its walls were etched with obscure and incomprehensible ancient star patterns. These patterns emanated terrifying, restrictive energy, inspiring awe and fear. Scattered outside the cave entrance were the remains of numerous cultivators, along with broken weapons and storage bags—clearly the victims who had attempted to force their way into the Origin Cave, only to be obliterated by the restrictive energy.

Lin Ye slowly walked to the entrance of the stone cave. The takeout box behind him instantly became as hot as a furnace, and a powerful resonance force surged upwards, strongly resonating with the restrictions at the cave entrance.

He dared not delay and immediately activated the "Tian Shu Wu Wang Lu" with all his might. Golden star power slowly surged out from his body and flowed along the ancient star patterns on the stone wall, precisely matching the trajectory of the star patterns.

With the help of the resonant power of the delivery box, the ancient restriction that seemed indestructible to outsiders began to crumble inch by inch, and cracks continued to spread.

With a crisp "crack," the terrifying restriction shattered completely, and the heavy stone cave door slowly opened.

In an instant, an extremely dense liquefied star power gushed forth from the cave, gathering at the entrance into a vast sea of ​​star power mist. Taking a deep breath, one felt an unparalleled sense of comfort throughout the body's meridians. In the center of the cave, an ancient stone bed sat quietly, its bottom directly connected to the secret realm's star core. A continuous stream of star core power surged upwards from the stone bed. The cave walls were engraved with ancient star cultivator cultivation diagrams, perfectly matching the cultivation methods of the "Tian Shu Wu Wang Lu".

"This is it." A look of certainty flashed in Lin Ye's eyes. He immediately stepped onto the stone bed and sat down, taking out all the high-grade star crystals, star jades, star power soul-nourishing jades and other cultivation resources he had accumulated along the way and piling them up beside him.

He turned to Shen Qingyuan and said solemnly, "Senior Sister, guard the cave entrance for me. I want to use the power of this star core to reach the peak of the Spirit Star."

Shen Qingyuan's expression hardened, and she gripped the star-patterned sword tightly. She nodded emphatically, her voice firm: "Junior brother, break through with confidence. With me here, no one will be able to step into the cave!"

After speaking, she stood before the stone cave entrance, sword in hand, her body radiating sword energy, ready to defend the pass with all her might.

Lin Ye said no more, closed his eyes, and entered a state of deep cultivation.

The liquefied star power inside the cave surged like a tsunami, pouring into his body through every pore. The "Tian Shu Wu Wang Lu" was operating at its limit, absorbing the massive amount of star power like a whale sucking in water. The takeout box behind him continuously emitted warm energy, constantly nourishing his meridians, purifying the surging star power, and stabilizing his cultivation foundation.

Nourished by the power of the star core and numerous resources, the star palace within Lin Ye's dantian continuously expands, condenses, and sublimates. The originally liquid star power gradually loses its fluid texture and transforms into a solid crystal. Every strand of star power becomes increasingly pure, and the foundation is tempered to an unparalleled degree.

Meanwhile, the noise outside the cave grew increasingly louder.

The commotion caused by the breaking of the restrictions on the Origin Cave attracted cultivators from various sects within the secret realm. More and more people rushed over, attempting to seize this top-tier cultivation opportunity. Among them were many elders, whose cultivation level was at least at the Star Bridge Realm, and even some experts who had taken a half-step into the Star Core Realm. The crowd was eyeing them covetously, wanting to force their way into the cave.

Alone, Shen Qingyuan held her ground with her sword. Starlight and sword energy crisscrossed around her. Facing the siege of several high-level cultivators, she gradually fell into a disadvantageous position. She was covered in wounds and her clothes were soaked in blood, but she still did not retreat. She held the cave entrance tightly and did not take a single step back.

After an unknown amount of time, a deafening buzzing sound suddenly came from inside the stone cave!

A vast, perfect, and invincible aura erupted from the cave, sweeping across the depths of the entire secret realm.

Star Mansion Foundation Establishment Peak, Perfect Completion!

Lin Ye slowly opened his eyes. His eyes were like stars, deep and bright. His aura was completely restrained. He seemed no different from an ordinary late-stage Star Palace cultivator, but inside, he had already undergone earth-shattering changes.

His Star Palace territory was vast, like a small world. His star power was completely condensed into star crystals. His physical strength, divine soul power, and cultivation foundation had all reached the limit of the Star Palace Foundation Opening Realm. Within the same realm, he was absolutely invincible. Even when facing Star Bridge Realm cultivators in the mortal realm, he could easily crush all opponents.

"I succeeded."

Lin Ye slowly walked out of the stone cave, his voice calm yet carrying an undeniable power.

All the cultivators vying for the prize outside the cave trembled the moment his aura swept over them, and a deep sense of awe arose in their hearts.

They didn't understand why, but they were instinctively filled with a deep fear of the forest, and no one dared to take another step forward.

Seeing Lin Ye successfully emerge from seclusion, Shen Qingyuan finally relaxed, a relieved smile appearing on her lips, her voice slightly weary: "Congratulations, Junior Brother, on reaching the peak of Spirit Star."

"Thank you for guarding the pass for me, Senior Sister." Lin Ye raised his hand and waved, sending a stream of pure and gentle star power directly into Shen Qingyuan's body, instantly healing all her injuries and restoring all her depleted cultivation.

Just then, the communication jade talisman in Lin Ye's arms suddenly lit up, and Jiang Xubai's voice came from the talisman, filled with exhaustion and undisguised relief: "Junior Brother Lin Ye, the crises of the five secret realms have all been resolved, and the main force of the Netherworld Branch has been completely annihilated by us. We have won this battle in the secret realms."

Hearing this, Lin Ye's heart was finally at ease. His companions were all safe. During this trip to the secret realm, he successfully broke through his cultivation level, obtained a top-level cultivation technique for Lu Chenyuan, and resolved the crisis in the secret realm. All his goals had been achieved.

He looked up toward the exit of the secret realm, his heart already set on returning home. It was time to go back to the sect and reunite with his brothers and companions.