nyslfriends Chapter 102 Nine Extreme Formations
Chapter 102 Nine Extreme Formations
As you step into the depths of the Earth Vein Supporting Array, you can feel the earth beneath your feet pulsating intermittently.
Every inch of soil and stone exuded a powerful force originating from the heart of China, completely erasing the murderous aura of the previous formation.
The dark yellow earth vein patterns, like the blood vessels of the earth, meander and surge beneath our feet, firmly locking the foundation of the entire space.
The remains here are less gruesome than those in the second layer, but even more tragic.
Many cultivators sat cross-legged on the core of the array, their bodies already integrated with the earth.
Only half of his skeleton remained, still in the posture of sitting with his eyes closed, sacrificing himself to drive the earth's veins into the great formation.
The gray-robed old man walked slowly on the earth vein array patterns. With each step, the array patterns would emit a soft yellow light, as if responding to this person who had once been in the array.
He gazed at the withered bones that had merged with the earth, his voice low and solemn, carrying the sorrow accumulated over the years:
"This earth vein formation is based on the power of the dragon veins of the Divine Land and is the spine of the entire nine-layered formation."
"Back then, Venerable Void used evil power to shake the earth's veins, attempting to extract the essence of the great formation."
"None of the seventy-six elders of Tian Shu retreated. They all passed away at the major array eyes, using their divine souls to connect with the dragon veins and their physical bodies to nail the array foundations, thus allowing the power of this earth vein to continue for thousands of years without interruption."
Lu Ming bowed his head and clasped his hands in respect.
Since he began his spiritual practice, he has upheld the principle of guarding his mind and protecting the Way. The heroic scenes of people sacrificing themselves for the Way before his eyes are far more convincing to him than any preaching.
Ning Qingxue stood beside him, her usually haughty expression softening.
She could clearly feel the indomitable spirit left by these cultivators in the earth's veins, which moved her deeply.
The old man raised his hand, channeling the power of the earth's veins to gently envelop the two of them:
"The earth's energy is the most fundamental. Although your injuries have improved, your foundation still needs to be solidified. Use this energy to recuperate for a while before proceeding."
The thick earth vein dragon energy surged into his body, and Lu Ming's foundation, which had been depleted due to the fierce battle, quickly stabilized.
The last trace of pain from Ning Qingxue's soul backlash completely dissipated.
The two exchanged a glance, their respect for the old man before them growing even stronger.
After passing through the Earth Vein Supporting Array, the scenery before us suddenly became lively and ethereal.
Countless crystal-clear spiritual veins, like tributaries of the Milky Way, intertwine suspended in mid-air, converging into a river.
The spiritual energy was so dense that it was almost liquid; it would automatically seep into the meridians upon landing on the body, nourishing every inch of the cultivator's bones and muscles.
This is the fourth layer of the Spirit Vein Convergence Formation.
"This formation draws upon the spiritual veins of the thirty-six sacred mountains of Tian Shu, with all rivers flowing into it, all to provide the great formation with inexhaustible power."
The old man raised his hand and waved it lightly, and a stream of spiritual energy landed in front of the two of them. "The spiritual energy of the veins is the best for cultivation. You can absorb it as much as you want. With the great formation restraining you, you won't overdo it."
Lu Ming and Ning Qingxue no longer declined and calmly absorbed the spiritual energy.
In no time, the two were fully restored to their peak condition, with their energy and spirit reaching their zenith.
The old man accompanied us the whole way, neither urging us nor holding back, recounting in detail the function of each array point and every story of our ancestors.
The details of what he said were very vivid, including the laughter and banter among fellow disciples and the resolute determination to face death in battle. Every single event was real and moving.
As they traveled forward, the dangers diminished, and the protective power of the great formation grew stronger.
Upon entering the fifth level of the Myriad Laws Locking Spirit Array, countless profound law patterns floated between heaven and earth.
The five colors of gold, cyan, black, white, and yellow flowed around, which were formed by the laws of heaven and earth, like invisible shackles that tightly locked the power of nothingness within the formation.
The old man explained, "This formation uses the laws of heaven and earth that Tian Shu comprehended throughout his life as its sharpest weapon, locking in the primordial power of nothingness. Ordinary, formless beings will be annihilated by these laws once they step into it."
Lu Ming's fragment of immortal sword, his Dao foundation, trembled slightly here, resonating faintly with the patterns of laws, which further convinced him that this place was the defensive formation that matched his Dao foundation.
Next up is the sixth layer of the Gale Wind Severing Void Formation.
The fierce winds swept across the heavens, carrying an aura of destruction. Any trace of the ethereal power that came near was instantly dispersed by the winds.
If it weren't for the elder protecting them and presiding over the formation, Lu Ming and Ning Qingxue would probably have been swept away by the gale and their souls would have been scattered.
Upon entering this formation, not even a trace of gray or black mist can be seen; the surroundings are clear and bright, making it the most stable realm among the Nine Extreme Formations.
The old man smiled and said, "This is a barrier set up by our ancestor Tian Shu with the power of the Nine Heavens. It is difficult for the power of nothingness to overcome."
Here, you can feel completely at ease.
Further ahead lies the seventh level, the Myriad Souls Breaking Formation.
There was no powerful array force, only countless pale white specks of soul light floating in the air, like fireflies filling the sky.
It was formed from the remnant souls of the Tian Shu cultivators who died in battle back then. Thousands of thoughts merged into one, condensing into a protective force that specifically destroys false and evil thoughts.
When the points of spiritual light drifted past the old man, they would gently circle around him; this resonance between souls was undeniable.
Looking at the countless souls filling the sky, Ning Qingxue sighed softly, "Our ancestors died but their spirits endure for eternity, truly admirable."
The old man sighed softly: "They are all waiting, waiting for the day when nothingness completely disappears."
After passing through the Myriad Souls Breaking Formation, one arrives at the eighth layer of the Dao Pattern Locking Formation.
The ancient and profound Dao patterns of Tian Shu cover the heavens and earth like a net, and each pattern carries the foundation of the Dao that Tian Shu has established for thousands of years.
The sealing power even sealed off a person's divine sense, making their six senses blurred.
Even the residual power of the outer perimeter of the great formation is still so strong.
If it weren't for the old man's ability to manipulate a trace of the formation, he could have eliminated most of the impact.
Otherwise, once Lu Ming and Ning Qingxue arrived here, they would be unable to see or hear, their six senses would be locked, and their spiritual consciousness would be completely gone.
I'm afraid they won't even know how they died.
This is the last barrier separating the Venerable One from Emptiness.
The old man stood beneath the Dao patterns, his expression solemn: "This eighth layer is the final protection of the great formation."
"Beyond this place lies the ninth core—the Cauldron that Suppresses the Void. The Divine Continent Cauldron sits there for millennia, suppressing the origin of the Void Venerable."
Lu Ming stared intently, and from the end of the eighth Dao pattern, a vast aura slowly spread out.
That aura was majestic and sacred, carrying the destiny of the human race and suppressing the void; it was the unique aura of the Divine Cauldron of the legendary land.
Within his dantian, the long-dormant fragment of the immortal sword suddenly trembled, emitting a Daoist hum that resonated throughout his entire body.
"Senior, my Dao Foundation... is resonating with the Divine Continent Cauldron!" Lu Ming exclaimed excitedly, both surprised and delighted.
A hint of relief flashed in the old man's cloudy eyes, and he nodded emphatically: "I've waited thousands of years, just for this moment!"
"Your Dao Foundation is naturally able to counter the Void, and its grade is no lower than that of the Divine Continent Cauldron. This is just right to activate the Divine Continent Cauldron and strengthen its sealing power."
"Once you step into the ninth core level, using your Dao Foundation as a guide, you will resonate with the Divine Continent Cauldron, thoroughly reinforcing the seal and ensuring that the Void Venerable will never be able to break free!"
Lu Ming looked at the old man and solemnly said, "Senior, rest assured, this junior will do everything in my power to stabilize the seal and comfort the spirits of the heroes of the Heavenly Pivot Holy Land!"
The old man looked at the two people standing side by side and a gentle smile appeared on his face.
He slowly raised his hand, pointing to the dazzling cauldron light at the end of the Dao patterns:
"Good! With your words, the ancestors of Tian Shu can rest in peace."
"Come, I will lead you into the ninth core and end this eternal calamity."
Lu Ming and Ning Qingxue followed closely in the old man's footsteps, walking step by step toward the end of the eighth Dao pattern.