Time flew; thirty-five years passed in a flash.
Inside the empty main hall, a tall man in dark robes sat cross-legged. His robe hem spread across the ground. One hand formed a seal pressed against his chest, while the other formed a seal pressed against his dantian.
At the center of his eyebrows, a point of light could faintly be seen jumping. Like thunder and lightning, it constantly rippled out golden illusions, carrying a strong masculine qi.
Faintly, the sound of thunder could also be heard. Such a phenomenon lasted for a long time before gradually dissipating, vanishing around the man.
Finally... complete!
Lu Yang raised his head, a trace of joy surfacing in the depths of his eyes. Then, he lightly tapped the center of his eyebrows, drawing out [Divine Firmament Thunder] and holding it in his palm to examine it carefully.
Compared to thirty-five years ago, its change was immense.
The current [Divine Firmament Thunder] had shockingly crossed the threshold of a Dao Fruit embryo in mighty power, becoming a true Unorthodox Dao Fruit. All concepts were complete and flawless.
"Not in vain did I cultivate bitterly for so many years."
Lu Yang smiled with satisfaction.
Ever since realizing he truly couldn't go out, he had been obediently cultivating inside [Responding to Emperors] while adjusting the concept system of [Divine Firmament Thunder].
As for [Responding to Emperors] itself, he wasn't in a hurry to challenge it.
Based on his experience with [Nourishing Life Master], the harvest of the previous stage played a crucial role in the next stage and was very likely related to the success or failure of clearing the level.
With my current state, I haven't cultivated the World Realm Seed to the point where it can open a path in the Sea of Bitterness. Charging into [Responding to Emperors] would be bringing humiliation upon myself. That would be one thing, but if there's danger in the level and I die inside, that would be a true bloody loss. Better to spend time on cultivation.
Therefore, he had focused on cultivation afterward.
Relying on the sword mark injuries left by the Sword Pavilion Dao Lord all over his body, [Mystic Gate Spirit-Refinement Art] was perfectly utilized, and the progress of [Divine Firmament Thunder] was gratifying.
"Reaching this step is already very good."
"Ultimately it lack one element, so its stopped at Unorthodox. If I can gather the last Wood-element Dao Fruit concept, it will inevitably advance to the Orthodox position!"
Moreover, among the Unorthodox, there were also gaps.
At least the quality of [Divine Firmament Thunder] far exceeded Mu Changsheng's [Heaven of Nothingness]. It was the closest to an Orthodox Dao Fruit that Lu Yang had ever seen in his life.
The next second, the Righteous Dao Banner surfaced.
Within the rolling purple qi, Patriarch Nether Whisper walked out. After the Righteous Dao Banner condensed all [Heavenly Fire] concepts, its wonders had reached a higher level.
Thirty-five years was enough for him to reshape his Dharma Body and return to his peak. Appearing at this moment, clearly he also saw Lu Yang's achievement, his face showing joy. "[Divine Firmament Thunder] is attained. So fast! In terms of potential, I'm afraid even my [Heaven of Carefree] is somewhat inferior..."
"Patriarch praises too much."
Lu Yang hurriedly waved his hand. He wasn't that arrogant yet. The power of [Heaven of Carefree] was built upon Patriarch Nether Whisper, a solid Supreme prospect.
"Compared to Patriarch, I am still far behind."
"You child... have worked hard."
A trace of heartache was revealed in the depths of Patriarch Nether Whisper's eyes as he looked at the sword marks on Lu Yang's body. Compared to thirty-five years ago, not only had they not improved, but they had become even more severe.
Over these years, he had also thought of ways to help.
However, these sword marks were no longer a problem that comprehension could solve. It was completely a gap in quality. Even if his comprehension reached the heavens, he had no way to fix it.
But soon, he regained his smile.
After all, today was a joyous day, and he didn't want to spoil the mood. So he simply changed the subject. "[Divine Firmament Thunder] is attained; I wonder how the Dao Fruit concepts are?"
Hearing this, Lu Yang laughed loudly.
"Very good! I just counted this [Divine Firmament Thunder]; there are a full four concepts. This should be because four elements of Dao Fruit concepts were used when weaving it."
"Oh?" Patriarch Nether Whisper's eyes lit up. "Which four?"
"One is called [Resonance], two is [Creation], three is [Responding to Origin], and four is [Manifestation]!" Lu Yang smiled confidently, clearly quite satisfied with it.
"[Resonance] is taken from [Overturned Lamp Flame]. With this concept, whenever someone thinks of me in their heart, has a karma connection with me on their body, or is connected to objects set up by me, I will sense it in my heart. Even if separated by thousands of miles, I can instantly perceive the reason or even see the other party directly."
"At the same time, [Resonance] can also cooperate with [Manifestation]. [Manifestation] is taken from [Great Relay Earth]. After observing the target through [Resonance], [Manifestation] can immediately project my own mighty power, directly manifesting on the target's body. Whether killing or rewarding, all is according to my will."
"As for [Creation] and [Responding to Origin], they also have their own divine abilities."
"[Creation] is taken from [Wellspring Water], manifested through the thunder. After being baptized by my thunder, cultivators great and small can all obtain some benefits."
"For example, physical body reforging and chronic illnesses cleared."
"For example, Dao comprehension growth and realm improvement."
"As for [Responding to Origin], it is taken from [Placer Gold in Sand], focusing on accumulation. It can constantly accumulate thunder, making the mighty power of thunder eruption stronger and stronger."
Lu Yang explained in detail.
Patriarch Nether Whisper listened seriously, then frowned. "Your [Divine Firmament Thunder] seems designed with similarities to [Heavenly Fire]."
"Using thunder techniques to govern the world?"
"Patriarch sees clearly."
Lu Yang cupped his hands and smiled bitterly. "This is not this disciple's intentional doing, but actually a natural result. I also considering how to change it."
"Indeed, it needs change."
Patriarch Nether Whisper nodded. "[Inscribing Heavenly Chapters] has already reached the end of the road in the 'dao of rules'. Blindly imitating its wonders makes it easy to fall into the inferior ranks."
"What Patriarch says is very true!"
After saying so much, they finally entered the main topic. Lu Yang hurriedly said with a look of expectation, "Then Patriarch, what do you think should be the wonder of [Divine Firmament Thunder]?"
As soon as these words came out, Patriarch Nether Whisper fell into silence. Only after a long time did he say in a deep voice, "This Dao Fruit of yours, though named [Divine Firmament Thunder], takes thunder merely as its outward form. Its true essence lies in Yin and Yang. When Yin and Yang interact, thunder is born. If that is so, you cannot fix your gaze on thunder alone."
"Thunder (léi) is also Category (lèi). From it arise the ten thousand classifications, and through classification the myriad things take form."
At last, Patriarch Nether Whisper put forth a conjecture:
"Perhaps you might develop the Dao Fruit's wondrous function toward the domain of [Information]. But that path will not be easy…"
Having said this, he looked at Lu Yang with quiet concern.
After speaking, he looked at Lu Yang with concern.
With this look, Lu Yang was instantly unhappy. What does this mean? Patriarch looks down on me? My talent is far from being fully utilized!
Wait until I activate [Supreme Dao Transformation] in the next life; who can stop me?
"Information, information... then let's try."
Lu Yang looked relaxed. This was also the advantage of the World Realm Seed; trial and error could be infinite. So he wasn't afraid of taking detours; as long as there was a road to walk, it was a good thing.
Just at this moment.
"Hmm?"
Suddenly, Lu Yang raised his eyebrows. It was [Divine Firmament Thunder] moving unusually. [Resonance] revived autonomously, responding to karma in the unseen.
In a trance, Lu Yang's line of sight passed through [Divine Firmament Thunder]. A picture surfaced in the depths of his eyes. Looking at the background, it seemed to be inside [Nourishing Life Master]. Immediately after, two figures appeared abruptly. One hunched his back, looking old and decayed. The other also had a nervous face.
Coincidentally, he knew both of them.
Old Dragon Lord and Mu Changsheng.
Lu Yang was somewhat surprised, completely unexpected that these two had actually gotten together again, given the premise that Mu Changsheng had ruthlessly pitted the Old Dragon Lord once.
In the picture, the two were still talking:
"Are you sure we can meet that person here? If you ask me, he's eighty percent dead. That sword cry back then... almost scared this old man's soul away!"
"Senior, rest assured."
"That lord has talent granted by heaven, and his comprehension is extraordinary and refined. I think at most he suffered some injuries, not to the point of death. And he has five Supreme Dao Fruit books in his hand. This item can only be consulted in [Nourishing Life Master]. If we wait here for a few years, we can definitely wait for him."
"I just afraid there's no time..."
The Old Dragon Lord and Mu Changsheng conversed in low voices like this, completely unaware that Lu Yang was watching them. Even the great net of karma didn't fluctuate at all.
Interesting.
The use of this [Resonance] wonder is very good. As long as someone thinks of me in their heart, I can sense it. It can prevent many people from plotting against me!
Immediately after, Lu Yang called out the incense incarnation again.
"To make the Old Dragon Lord and Mu Changsheng reconcile, and specially coming to [Nourishing Life Master] to wait for me... Could it be that some big trouble I don't know about has happened in the present world?"
(End of Chapter)