Starry Sky Professional

Fang Xing gripped the 'Order of Myriad Laws' in his hand.

This token, a gift from Chen Yi, was enveloped in a rich, radiant light, as though it was about to fly away of its own accord.

The source of this attraction was none other than the bronze cauldron before him!

“Hmm?”

Fang Xing walked around the cauldron, suddenly noticing something amiss.

On the back of the cauldron was a thumb-sized indentation that curiously resembled the 'Order of Myriad Laws' he held.

With a click, he placed the token into the groove, and it fit perfectly, seamlessly merging with the bronze cauldron.

Even the brief glint of light at the edges vanished completely.

The token had integrated itself into the cauldron!

With a rumble, the inscriptions on the bronze cauldron suddenly lit up, densely packed like a sheet of golden scripture, rushing directly into Fang Xing's mind.

“Ugh...”

Fang Xing grunted softly as his mental defenses in his Niwan Palace expanded, but he felt no discomfort.

Instead, a new mantra appeared in his mind—a guide on how to refine the 'Cauldron of Myriad Transformations'.

Interesting!

According to the mantra, this cauldron was called the 'Cauldron of Myriad Transformations', a rare treasure coveted by any cultivator!

However, Fang Xing blinked, suddenly feeling quite speechless: “Wait a minute... I don't have any spiritual power yet. How am I supposed to refine this thing?”

“But if cultivators found out about this 'Cauldron of Myriad Transformations', they'd probably go crazy with jealousy, wouldn't they?”

His expression immediately turned incredibly complex.

In the world of cultivation, the art of crafting went from first-tier magical artifacts to second-tier spiritual weapons, third-tier treasure tools, and fourth-tier divine treasures...

Treasure tools were usable only by Core Formation cultivators, while divine treasures were reserved for Nascent Soul masters alone.

Yet the rank of this 'Cauldron of Myriad Transformations' surpassed even divine treasures!

“No! This isn't a divine treasure, nor is it above fifth tier. It's an otherworldly treasure!”

In the cultivation world, there are artifacts known as 'foreign treasures', which are unique in that they have no specific grade and can be used by channeling spiritual power into them.

Despite lacking a formal classification, this 'Cauldron of Myriad Transformations' is a treasure so rare that it surpasses any fifth-grade artifact in terms of value.

...

Just as Fang Xing was lost in thought, an unexpected change occurred!

Crack!

From a nearby jade coffin, a third-grade talisman suddenly ignited spontaneously, reducing itself to ashes.

Within it, a 'Corpse Demon' lying motionlessly suddenly opened its eyes!

"Damn it!"

Fang Xing moved with the speed of light, appearing before the icy coffin almost instantly, and pressed his palm down forcefully.

With a deafening roar, the head of a golden dragon manifested and swiftly descended.

The humanoid figure's eyes sprang open, revealing an intelligent gaze filled with rage. Yet it offered no resistance, as Fang Xing's palm landed firmly on its dantian.

"Hmm? Why do these energy fluctuations resemble that of a Qi-focusing cultivator?"

Fang Xing was initially startled but then felt a sharp pain between his brows that twisted his facial muscles, rendering him immobile as if he had turned to stone.

"This is... a spiritual sense attack!"

Within his inner realm, his mental powers surged, weaving through four great realms to fend off the assault.

"Such powerful spiritual energy... far surpassing that of a Qi-focusing cultivator. No, not even a Foundation Establishment cultivator could challenge me like this..."

Fang Xing's mind suddenly cleared.

On Blue Planet, martial artists are known for their resolute willpower, able to withstand even the corruption of an evil god's influence, let alone a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator's spiritual attack.

Yet this time, he felt intense pain between his brows, and even his body had become immovable...

This spiritual sense attack alone was beyond what a Foundation Establishment could achieve...

"Is this the spiritual sense of a Core Formation stage?!"

Fang Xing's eyes widened in disbelief.

"Young one..."

The young man's eyes snapped open, "To endure the perception of my consciousness is no small feat. You have reason to be proud..."

His voice, laden with an oddly archaic intonation, still adhered to the lexicon of the cultivation world.

Fang Xing, almost perfect in extraterrestrial language and cultural studies, immediately extracted many insights.

In the next moment, he silently chanted the Great Sun Buddha Mantra in his heart, envisioning a brilliant crimson sun rising from his sea of consciousness.

This restored his ability to act at once. Without hesitation, he unleashed the force in his palm, causing the humanoid figure within the coffin to have its organs shattered and its meridians severed...dead beyond doubt!

"You..."

Blood dripped from the boy's mouth and nose, his breath cut off instantly.

He never imagined he would encounter someone so ruthless!

Or rather, that upon awakening, he would meet such a unique person!

Not only was Fang Xing unafraid of his consciousness attack, but he also broke free in an instant and, without any interrogations, destroyed the body acquired through years of planning!

Within the coffin, atop the boy's corpse, a blue light appeared.

Inside the azure luminescence was a peculiar blue infant!

It was only the size of a grown man's fist, its entire body starkly red and as thin as a stick; a single horn grew from its forehead.

Though infant-like, its features bore a mature countenance, glaring at Fang Xing with eyes full of malice, "You dare destroy my vessel for acquisition? Return your life as compensation!"

Before the words faded, a laser had already pierced the blue infant.

"No, it was just an afterimage..."

Witnessing this, Fang Xing was startled, realizing that the ray gun hadn't hit the target.

In front of him, space suddenly rippled, and the blue infant materialized.

"Teleportation?"

A thought flashed across his mind, just as he saw the infant's face contort with a menacing sneer, proactively diving into his forehead!

Inside the sea of consciousness!

A blue Nascent Soul appeared, its massive eyes wide on the slender blue-skinned infant's face, filled with disbelief: "Impossible...how can you be a mortal without spiritual roots?"

This was even more shocking to the entity than the destruction of its previous vessel!

What followed was a sense that the heavens were intent on ending him!

With secret techniques, he barely clung to life, all to wait for a suitable body to seize.

Yet now, the vessel for possession was destroyed, and his Nascent Soul form, achieved through secret methods, was inherently unstable.

If he couldn't immediately find sustenance from a body, he would swiftly perish.

Scanning the surroundings with his spiritual sense, he discovered only Fang Xing present among the humans!

He initially assumed Fang Xing was a cultivator, ready to accept his fate regardless of Fang Xing's spiritual potential.

But to his surprise, Fang Xing turned out to be a mere mortal warrior!

Without spiritual roots, making possession impossible—was this truly destiny's end for him?!

"How is it that a mere mortal warrior could withstand my 'Killing God Spike'?"

Resolute and seasoned through countless trials, he immediately deduced more: "This person harbors secrets; I must attempt to extract them to restore myself!"

But before the azure infant could act, a scarlet great sun blazed into existence within the sea of consciousness!

"A mere mortal!"

The azure Nascent Soul stood arrogant, for his Nascent Soul form was a pinnacle achievement of the celestial path, remarkable even if obtained only by secret technique.

In the struggle for possession, he feared nothing!

Unless encountered by a peer in the Nascent Soul stage or a higher Transformation cultivator, he couldn't imagine what could possibly defeat his Nascent Soul within the sea of consciousness!

Yet, in the next moment, he regretted it.

Light!

Endless brilliance emerged from that scarlet great sun.

The limitless power of the great sun encased, enveloped, and then... ignited the azure Nascent Soul!

Roar!

Terrifying scarlet flames blazed fiercely upon the Nascent Soul's form.

The agony of a burning spirit forced a wail from the Nascent Soul: "Ah... what kind of flame is this? Real Sun Fire? Solar True Fire? Primordial Venom Flame? How do you have such a spiritual fire within your sea of consciousness?"

Sadly, he couldn't wait for Fang Xing's answer.

The ignited Nascent Soul by the great sun grew even more radiant, shedding infinite light, ultimately consuming the Nascent Soul entirely...

In the outer world, Fang Xing sat cross-legged on the ground, spewing curses, "You blasted trickster! Why do you keep messing with my mind? Are you looking for death?"

He was all too aware of the characteristics of the Great Sun Tathagata Mantra.

In truth, he had no desire for the mantra's powers to increase.

However, this time, the power came seeking him of its own accord, forcing him to ignite and consume everything!

"If you hadn't entered my mind, I wouldn't have used this technique... Because the rise in the Great Sun Tathagata Mantra's power is too great, the risks are immense..."

With a sigh, Fang Xing could only watch as the proficiency of the Great Sun Tathagata Mantra increased rapidly in his attribute panel!

10!

20!

...

90!

100!

In the blink of an eye, the mantra advanced from 'Beginner' to 'Proficient'! Once proficient, the mantra gained an additional ability to absorb fragmented information when burning away external evil!

In Fang Xing's mind, fragmented snippets floated into view, like scenes from a movie, allowing him a fleeting glimpse into the life of this cultivator:

"I am the Myriad Laws... No, I am Wang Dagen... I was born in the wild lands, in Dahe Town, Erqing Village..."

"From a young age, I've been extraordinary, with remarkable comprehension abilities. Whether it's farming, hunting, fishing, or medicine, I master all with ease and excel in no time... Growing up, I acquired a martial arts manual, 'Black Tiger Strength', which allowed me to achieve martial virtue, even peeking into realms beyond..."

"After mastering martial arts, I saw a vaster world... A world of cultivators who can roam the heavens and earth and enjoy long lifespans!"

"To become a cultivator, one must have spiritual roots... I tried a small scheme, acquired a spirit measuring talisman, only to find I had inferior mixed spiritual roots..."

"I found an immortal sect called 'Myriad Laws Sect.' Despite my poor aptitude, my exceptional mind and character passed the test, and I became a sect servant disciple..."

"After ten years, I struggled to break through to the mid-stage Qi Condensation and finally understood the meaning of inferior spiritual roots... But I didn't give up. I shifted my focus to spells and became proficient in the Five Elements arts within three years. Another three years, and I mastered elemental spells like wind, thunder, and ice. Three more years, and I created my own spells, becoming proficient in all, causing a stir in a major tournament, securing first place, entering the inner sect, and earning the nickname 'Master of Myriad Laws!'"

"I sought to establish a foundation, but the sect withheld my Foundation Establishment Pill due to my poor spiritual roots. Infuriated, I defected from the sect, stumbled upon the supreme treasure 'Myriad Transformation Cauldron'... successfully built my foundation, formed my core, returned to the sect to vanquish my enemies, and enjoyed the thrill of revenge across centuries, earning the title 'Master of Myriad Laws!'"

"As my lifespan neared its end, my limitations kept me from perfecting my Nascent Soul... I hate it! If I had superior, or even moderate, spiritual roots, how could I have wasted so much time in Foundation Establishment and Core Formation, making the Nascent Soul so elusive?"

"If given enough time, I would certainly perfect my Nascent Soul!"

“And so... I secluded myself in the secret realm, pondering hard on ways to enhance my spiritual roots...”

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(End of Chapter)