Swallowed Star 2: Origin Continent: Volume 7: Chapter 20(292): [The Palm Realm and the Immortal Heart]

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Swallowed Star 2: Origin Continent
Volume 7: [Nine Rivers Holy Realm]
Chapter (292): [The Palm Realm and the Immortal Heart]
(20th of Volume 7)
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Jiuhe Holy Realm - Yulan City, Inner City, Tianshui District, Cave Dwelling No. 99179.

At this moment, both Luo Feng and Emperor Qing were in seclusion.

"How formidable is the dao of life and death at the early God Emperor stage?" Luo Feng pondered. He couldn't fully unleash it's powers on the Origin Continent due to the strict laws of the Origin World, which imposed limitations.

However, in the Nine Rivers Holy Realm, such restrictions did not exist, allowing for unrestricted experimentation with techniques.

"Life and death- the essence of the Dao!"

As this thought crossed Luo Feng's mind, an invisible force took shape around him. The cycle of life and death revolved, manifesting into a vast domain governed by profound rules.

This domain was incredibly powerful, it's might overwhelming. If even an ultimate God King were to step into it, they would likely be reduced to dust in an instant.

"Just a single thought, and the natural domain formed by the Dao of Life and Death... is already several times stronger than my 'Undying Blood Sea Body' domain." Luo Feng was astonished.

He then casually extended a finger. With that simple motion, the essence of life and death converged at his fingertip. The force pierced forward, layer by layer, tearing through space itself, faintly revealing an intricate, mysterious pattern in the void.

The Nine Rivers Holy Realm was a reinforced world, designed to imprison numerous low-level Hunyuan lifeforms.

Naturally, Luo Feng couldn't breach its outer membrane.

"With just a casual gesture, it's already stronger than my full strength before entering seclusion."

Luo Feng executed a few simple moves and quickly assessed his current level.

"The 'Life and Death Dao' at the early God Emperor stage should be comparable to an average late-stage God Emperor Enlightener," he concluded.

At it's peak, the Life and Death Dao in the Ultimate God King realm consists of nine immensely powerful branches. Its sheer might is enough to surpass major realms and rival the Early Stage God Emperor Enlighteners.

It was within Luo Feng's expectations that the Life and Death Dao at the early God Emperor stage would be on par with the conventional dao of a late-stage God Emperor.

After all...

Even at the Early God Emperor level, the fusion of life and destruction already possesses power equivalent to a Mid-stage God Emperor enlighteners! If fully merged into one, its strength would naturally ascend even further.

"By using the Life and Death Dao of the Ultimate God King realm as the foundation, supplementing it with the individual daos of Life and Destruction at the early God Emperor stage, and incorporating scattered insights into both, everything has seamlessly fused- elevating the Life and Death Dao to the God Emperor level," Luo Feng thought.

The process had been incredibly difficult.

Merging two distinct daos into one was a challenging feat...

But it was also extraordinarily powerful! The potential of this dao was far greater than others.

"If I can pair it with the suitable secret treasures and techniques, I should be able to contend with the weaker elders of Yulan City," Luo Feng mused, nodding slightly.

The strength of Yulan City's elders varied- some cultivated dual daos, while others followed unique sects.

Having broken through in the Life and Death Dao, Luo Feng did not end his seclusion. Instead, he continued his cultivation, pushing his abilities even further.

Over the years, Luo Feng had used the Eye of Life and Death to study a vast number of low-level Hunyuan lifeforms, accumulating deep insights into both life and destruction.

However, before achieving a breakthrough in the Dao of Life and Death, he had been cautious about furthering his exploration of life and destruction, fearing that a misstep could lead him astray.

A single wrong turn could have dire consequences.

Luo Feng preferred a slower, steadier approach rather than rushing blindly.

"The higher one's realm, the more they realize how little they truly understand."

After breaking through in the Dao of Life and Death, Luo Feng's comprehension of the fusion between life and destruction deepened, leading him to frequently refine his practice.

Cultivation is like navigating through darkness- one must feel their way forward.

Life, destruction, and the cycle of life and death reinforce one another. Only by advancing all three in harmony can true stability be achieved.

Another ninety epochs passed. With his extensive accumulation of knowledge, his Dao of Life naturally advanced to the mid-stage of the God Emperor.

Then, over the next sixty epochs, his Dao of Destruction also reached the mid-stage of the God Emperor.

"I'll stop here for now."

Both Life and Destruction were relatively straightforward and pure in concept, making them easier to comprehend.

Now that both had reached the mid-stage of the God Emperor, Luo Feng halted his progress. His next goal was to use these two as foundations to push the Dao of Life and Death to the mid-stage of the God Emperor.

"This is the hardest step."

Fusion?

As his mastery of Life and Destruction deepened, the challenge of merging them also grew exponentially.

In the Nine Rivers Holy Realm, it was common for cultivators to practice multiple daos.

However, those who successfully merged them into a singular, unified Dao?

They were extremely rare!

Luo Feng spent several epochs experimenting, only to halt temporarily.

"The next breakthrough will require a long period of accumulation. First, I need to fully comprehend and apply the right method!"

The Dao is the foundation of everything.

Secret techniques, on the other hand, are tools to safeguard and reinforce one's understanding of the Dao. By mastering these techniques, one could also deepen their comprehension of the Dao itself.

"My previous 'Undying Blood Sea Body' was too crude," Luo Feng realized as he began refining it.

Before, when both Life and Destruction were only at the early God Emperor stage and the Dao of Life and Death remained at the Ultimate God King realm, he had relied on insights from the Star Tower and Immoral Heart- observed through his Eye of Life and Death- to construct his previous version of the Undying Blood Sea Body.

But now, with his overall cultivation reaching new heights, his understanding of the blood-red Scales of the Star Tower and the Immortal Heart had also deepened significantly.

The Undying Blood Sea Body has undergone a complete transformation.

Perfecting a secret technique was far easier than comprehending the Dao. Luo Feng spent only three epochs creating a new version of the Undying Blood Sea Body.

"Done."

He sat cross-legged within the vast and boundless sea of blood- an extension of his own body. A protective layer of blood-colored scales gradually formed on his skin.

"The Undying Blood Sea Body... this flesh now carries traces of the mysteries found within the 'Immortal Heart.' "

But this endless sea of blood...

Luo Feng gazed at the vast expanse, its depths brimming with boundless vitality.

"It all stems from my comprehension of that single blood-colored scale from the Star Tower."

Although that scale seemed insignificant, it was, in reality, an entire sea of blood condensed into a single point, its life force pushed to the extreme. This extreme compression made it virtually indestructible.

"Senior Yuan was right. None of the methods from past predecessors truly suit me."

"What's best for me is what I develop on my own."

By studying the Blood-Red Scales of the Star Tower, the Immortal Heart, and the Eye of Life and Death, Luo Feng had forged techniques uniquely suited to himself. He now understood that true mastery could only come from self-discovery.

Only by carving out his own path could he fully comprehend the deeper mysteries of cultivation.

And when the time came to break free from this cage, his chances would be much greater.

Many followed the techniques of their predecessors, appearing incredibly powerful... but were those methods truly suitable for them?

Did they truly understand why those techniques were structured the way they were? If they relied solely on these borrowed methods, how much hope did they have of breaking out of the cage?

"In cultivation, every step must be taken with care."

Luo Feng continued refining his other secret techniques, further perfecting the Bionic Eye of Destruction. Using the advantages of the Undying Blood Sea Body, he also developed new complementary combat techniques.

Luo Feng stood atop the towering City Lord's Mansion in Huyang City, gazing at the enormous furry claw that supported the entire city.

"It's time to bring it out of the Origin World."

With a single thought, the massive claw vanished- then instantly reappeared in Luo Feng's hand, seamlessly merging with his right hand. A thick layer of fur covered it as the claws extended menacingly.

"Innate treasures truly are extraordinary."

He could feel the terrifying destructive power coursing through the claw- sharp enough to tear through anything, yet equally capable of ensnaring and capturing enemies.

Treasures of this level were unheard of in Yulan City within the Nine Rivers Holy Realm.

If one ever appeared, the elders would likely fight over it.

"With my current strength, I'm finally qualified to take out the 'Immortal Heart' and the innate treasure 'Palm Realm.' "

He knew that while the Star Tower and the Eye of Life and Death couldn't be taken out from the Origin World, the Immortal Heart and Palm Realm- though still exceptionally rare- were within reach for high-ranking figures like the ancestors of two ancient nations.

Many of the elders in Yulan City originated from the Origin World. They possessed the ability to create clones and had their own unique opportunities. Most had likely obtained treasures like the Immortal Heart.

However, such treasures were either kept in their homeland or carried into the Dark Holy Realm- never left behind in Yulan City.

Luo Feng chuckled.

"Ha."

Huyang City descended silently, causing no disturbances. Most of its inhabitants remained unaware.

Only a few keen-eyed residents noticed something shocking- the five towering mountain ranges that once surrounded the city had vanished without a trace.

"What happened?"

"Where did the five mountains go?"

"And that massive claw?"

Gradually, more practitioners within the city began to notice the change. The guards stationed on the city walls, in particular, were alarmed. They hurriedly reported the situation, unable to make sense of it.

Standing atop the city lord's mansion, Luo Feng calmly flipped his hand, retrieving a treasured array diagram.

"This Life and Death Formation no longer holds much meaning for me."

Using the array diagram as a core, he casually set up an auxiliary formation. It harnessed the natural energy flow of heaven and earth, creating a stable energy cycle.

The power of the formation seamlessly reached the upper limits of the Origin Continent.

Hoo....

Black and white energy currents began swirling around Huyang City, shrouding it in a mysterious veil. The entire city appeared faintly visible within the shifting currents.

A vast Life and Death Formation had taken shape.

"Master," Morosa arrived before Luo Feng.

"What happened to Huyang City?"

"I just replaced the defensive formation," Luo Feng replied with a slight smile. "The city's management will remain the same."

Morosa glanced at Luo Feng's right hand, which had transformed into a furry claw, and instantly understood.

At that moment, Luo Feng's expression shifted slightly.

"Morosa, we have guests. You may leave for now."

"Understood."

Morosa bowed and departed.

He had also sensed the presence of five powerful figures waiting at the outskirts of Huyang City.

However, they refrained from entering, as they were blocked by the newly established Life and Death Formation.

Luo Feng turned his gaze toward them.

Among the five visitors were YanFeng Ancestor and Thunder Ancestor, as well as Time-Space Old Demon, Two Realms Palace Master, and Ten Thousand Laws Pavilion Master.

Each of them stood outside the city, observing Luo Feng with amicable expressions.

"Gentlemen," Luo Feng smiled and waved his hand.

In response, the swirling black-and-white currents naturally parted, creating a direct path leading to the city lord's mansion.

Inside, Luo Feng had already prepared fine wine and exotic fruits.

"Haha! The moment you put away your innate treasure, we all came rushing in," the Time-Space Old Demon laughed heartily.

The five figures took only a few steps before arriving at the mansion.

The six most powerful beings of the Origin Continent were now gathered in one place.

Within Yulan City, all six of them held the esteemed status of elders.

"Brother Luo," the Master of Ten Thousand Laws smiled.

"Now that you've withdrawn that innate treasure, are you thinking of taking it outside the Origin World?"

"A word of caution- once a treasure of that caliber leaves the Origin World, it becomes a prime target for theft."

"Indeed," the Two Realms Palace Master added.

"Your cultivation time has been too short, and your strength is still lacking. If you take such a treasure out, you won't be able to protect it. Only a few of us would be willing to trade fairly with you."

Luo Feng chuckled.

I'm weak?

Among the six of them, was he really the weakest?

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END OF CHAPTER

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