Chapter 3: The Classic of the Ancestor Dragon

Although Ling Tian was deeply shocked, he remained silent and quietly observed, feeling that everything was not yet over

Uncertain of how long he had been falling, Ling Tian felt himself growing increasingly drowsy, on the verge of slipping into a deep sleep. At that moment, a chilling aura of murderous intent emanated from the depths of the abyss. Ling Tian felt a shiver run down his spine, instantly sensing a coldness enveloping him. He sensed that something terrifying was watching him from below. In the darkness, a powerful pressure surged forth from the bottom of the abyss. Before Ling Tian could react, he was completely suppressed in an instant. However, this force soon released its grip on him. In the darkness, a powerful pressure surged forth from the bottom of the abyss. Before Ling Tian could react, he was completely suppressed in an instant. However, this force soon released its grip on him.

The Classic of the Ancestor Dragon

In the second month of entering Longyin Misty Mountain, Ling Tian finally discovered an unusual place. He stopped beside a giant rock and did not continue forward.

However, ahead, the distortion of space became increasingly intense, even revealing numerous minute spatial fissures. Although these fissures were only the size of a fingernail, the dangerous aura emanating from them instilled a profound sense of threat in Ling Tian, a fear that resonated with his very soul. His intuition warned him that the aura seeping from these fissures was lethal enough to claim his life

Ordinary cultivation relies on the dantian to absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth into the body, and then retains this energy within the dantian. Through years of accumulation, one continuously enhances their own strength. When one's strength reaches the peak of Qi training, and the energy in the dantian gathers to a certain extent, one can attempt to break through the innate barrier and become what is known as an immortal

Space ... ... distortion

Ling Tian stared blankly at the scene before him, shocked into silence

Ling Tian looked at the small hole on the giant rock, which was about the thickness of a finger, and suddenly felt a chill run down his spine. If the size of this energy blade were no different from that of an ordinary sword, it was likely that this giant rock would be split in half.

And this Longyin Misty Mountain is his hope for rebirth. He aims to rise from this desperate situation, to swim against the current, and to crush all those who have taken everything from him

Previously, his dantian had been destroyed by Chen Tianhe, and until now, it remained in a state of murky chaos. Isn't this scene reminiscent of the universe transforming into chaos? Ling Tian felt that the human body is like a universe, containing endless treasures within; as long as one digs well, there are infinite possibilities!

Upon this realization, Ling Tian immediately began to hover in the void, quietly contemplating his cultivation. The newly born universe was evolving and growing, and Ling Tian was also on the verge of a fresh start. Previously, he had been ignorant and unaware, but now, he felt that he had found his direction

However, at the same time, real danger also follows

The essence, energy, and spirit are referred to as the Three Flowers of the human body. To attain immortality, one must achieve the convergence of the Three Flowers at the crown. When the essence, energy, and spirit are simultaneously cultivated to their peak, they transform into three lotus flowers. At this point, it is necessary to guide these three lotus flowers into a place in the mind known as the Baihui point. Once the Three Flowers enter the Baihui, a continuous stream of celestial energy will descend, purifying one's constitution until a complete transformation occurs, ultimately leading to immortality.

What did he see? It was the vast and boundless starry sky of the universe

Ling Tian struggled to come up with a term that could be considered appropriate, yet he could not comprehend how space could be distorted. If he had not witnessed such a scene with his own eyes, he feared he would never have been able to conceive of it.

Uncertain how much time had passed, a light suddenly appeared in the cold darkness, followed closely by a fireball. Ling Tian stared at this fireball, feeling as if some kind of hope was taking root deep within his heart

The mountain path is winding and rugged, steep and difficult to traverse. Along the way, only Ling Tian's footsteps can be heard rustling. Ling Tian has been advancing along the mountain path for about half a month, and surprisingly, he has arrived safely at the halfway point of the mountain!

While Ling Tian was meditating and cultivating, he suddenly felt a buzzing in his spiritual platform, followed by a vast and profound technique rushing into his mind

Ling Tian suddenly realized, his confidence greatly increased. From now on, with this Ancestral Dragon Scripture in hand, he need not worry about not being able to avenge his great grievances!

Although the Dragon Hidden Mist Mountain is known as a forbidden zone of life, a place of utter extinction, over the past three days, Ling Tian has journeyed through it without encountering any danger. He feels that the rumors may not be entirely reliable, at least not to be fully trusted.

The universe may be destroyed, yet there is still rebirth; if my dantian is destroyed, why can I not start anew

So it turns out to be a mere mortal, then never mind, I hope they can survive

In the void, the statue gazed at the meditating Ling Tian and gave a slight nod. After a moment of contemplation, it ultimately made a decision, raising a hand to point. A boundless divine light shot forth from its fingertip, directly entering Ling Tian's mind.

It stared at Ling Tian motionless, instantly causing Ling Tian to feel as if he had fallen into an ice cellar, his very soul trembling in response

As the saying goes, when you gaze into the abyss, the abyss also gazes back at you

Fortunately, the locations of these cracks are fixed and unchanging, and the impassable areas can be circumvented; otherwise, Ling Tian would never have been able to travel this far

Boom

Ling Tianxin felt as if his heart had turned to ashes, his gaze vacant, aimlessly wandering, his entire being in a daze, like a living corpse. He wished so much that this was a dream, perhaps he would wake up from the dream at any moment, and everything would return to the way it was before

With the disappearance of the statue, the surrounding cosmic starry river also vanished, and the previously disappeared bronze portal reappeared

Buzz ...

Ling Tian's face turned pale, and he felt a dryness in his throat. He hurriedly turned his head, and with just this glance, he became furious, feeling a tingling sensation on his scalp, and all the hair on his body stood on end

Finally, after three months, Ling Tian successfully reached the summit of Longyin Mist Mountain, marking the establishment of the first record of a mortal ascending this peak, although this record remained unknown to anyone. However, before Ling Tian could take joy in this achievement, a scene before him once again left him in shock.

He contemplated death, wishing to end it all, yet he felt a deep sense of unwillingness, his heart filled with hatred. He recalled that day, the calm figure of his third uncle facing death, the Ling family members fighting desperately at the Longhua meeting, his mother dying in front of him with resentment, not even having the chance to say a word, and his father, even more so, was consumed by madness, staining the venue with blood

Ling Tian let out a long howl towards the sky, his eyes nearly bulging with rage, the veins on his neck standing out like those of a demon clawing its way up from hell. Now, he has nothing left, free from any worries of the past. From this moment on, he will indulge in wild abandon, as unrestrained as the wind.

Ling Tian was utterly astonished. As he stepped forward, the bronze door behind him slammed shut and then completely vanished. Looking around, Ling Tian realized that he had completely immersed himself in a chaotic universe.

It turns out that in the middle of the entire Longyin Mist Mountain, there is a bottomless gigantic black hole. Ling Tian leaned over the edge of the hole and looked down; this black hole resembled an abyss, shrouded in darkness, unfathomable! Below the opening, a dark whirlpool devoured all the light. It was as if beyond the whirlpool lay another world

Ling Tian, who found himself at a dead end, burst in. He had once fantasized about entering Longyin Wushan one day, but he never imagined that this day would come so soon, nor did he expect to enter in such a manner

If possible, Ling Tian would rather this idea had never appeared.

In the end, a massive black hole appeared in the universe, devouring everything entirely, and all things returned to silence. The once "bustling and lively" universe has now transformed into a cold, dark void.

After walking approximately two to three miles, Ling Tian suddenly felt a wave of palpitations, and he immediately stopped in his tracks. Raising his head abruptly, he beheld a terrifying scene ahead.

What is the situation, exactly

Everything appeared before him, and Ling Tian was unwilling to accept it; his anger surged to the top of his head! He was the pride of heaven, with a bright and upright future ahead of him. How could he suffer such a fate? He roared in his heart, determined to live, to return alive, and to make those people pay in blood for their debts!

However, the excruciating pain made him acutely aware that this was reality. He understood that everything was over, truly over, and now the entire Ling family consisted of only him.

Could it be that this abyss is the one left by that giant dragon back then

Is there really some treasure inside

The misty mountains are shrouded in layers of fog, dense and substantial, drifting around like flowing water. Everywhere one looks is a vast expanse of white, with visibility extremely low; only objects within three feet can be seen clearly, while anything further away is completely obscured.

Ling Tian shook his body slightly, carefully maneuvering around these spatial rifts, and continued to ascend. He now understood that the Longyin Misty Mountain was not merely a name without substance; this was just the beginning, and he was yet to discover what horrors lay ahead.

Ling Tian stood up, and his entire demeanor transformed; his gaze was sharp as a blade, sweeping away the previous despondency, resembling a drawn sword, its edge fully revealed

Thus, more than a month passed. As Ling Tian ascended, the fog in the mountains gradually diminished, until finally, Ling Tian could no longer see any fog at all

Is this ... ... a cycle?

The world behind the door completely astonished Ling Tian

Suddenly, the fireball exploded, unleashing an overwhelming and magnificent force that tore apart the void, forcibly creating an entirely new universe

After careful consideration, Ling Tian decided to ascend from a place where the spatial distortion was not so severe. He walked very cautiously, as if each step was teetering on the edge of death. Gradually, Ling Tian was astonished to discover that his entire being was also undergoing a transformation, just like the flowers, plants, and trees around him. However, he felt no discomfort; on the contrary, it was a marvelous sensation

The Dragon Hidden Mist Mountain is truly fantastical and unpredictable

After completing all of this, the statue glanced at Ling Tian once more, its eyes filled with anticipation, before turning and vanishing from sight

On the walls of the abyss, there seems to be a colossal creature lying down, its body so immense that it defies imagination, and its pair of eyes is like the great sun hanging in the sky

The "Transformation of Feathers" consists of only one level, which is the refinement of essence into qi. In simpler terms, it refers to the two realms of physical cultivation and qi cultivation for mortals. However, the cultivation methods in the "Transformation of Feathers" differ from those in the outside world

Because in front of him, a very bizarre scene appeared. The winding mountain road ahead became intermittently wide and narrow, constantly twisting and deforming, like a spirit snake. Looking around, the surrounding flowers, grass, and trees were also twisting in an irregular manner, even the towering ancient trees were no exception. These giant trees sometimes became extremely thick, so robust that dozens of people could not encircle them, while at other times they would suddenly thin down to the size of a human arm. Sometimes they would bend like hemp rope, and at other times they would stand straight like iron rods. Ling Tian noticed that an entire area in front of him seemed to be deforming, presenting itself in a strange posture. The flowers, grass, and trees were experiencing such conditions precisely because of the peculiar nature of that space.

In contrast, the cultivation outside only requires breaking through the heavenly barrier to become an immortal. It can be said that the cultivation method in the "Transformation of Feathers" is entirely different from that of the external world. However, those who ultimately achieve immortality through this method will undoubtedly possess strength that surpasses their peers, as they have cultivated the essence, energy, and spirit to perfection, which is not something everyone can accomplish

Before he had the chance to feel relieved, Ling Tian fell heavily to the ground. A circle of protective runes illuminated on the ground, safeguarding him and preventing him from dying on impact

I see now

As Ling Tian delved deeper, the spatial rifts around him became increasingly numerous and larger, and the flowers, grasses, and trees on the mountain were essentially cut down by the energy blades emitted from the spatial rifts

Ling Tian appeared to be deep in thought, muttering to himself, as if he had gained some insights in his heart

Ling Tian once again crouched at the cave entrance, murmuring softly. After much hesitation, he ultimately decided to jump down. After all, he had no other choices left.

Ling Tian's expression changed, filled with disbelief. It was hard to believe that he, a mere mortal with no cultivation, could actually reach the mountainside of Longyin Mist Mountain. This was somewhat incredible. Could it be that the rumors were truly not unreliable at all?

Boom

In an instant, Ling Tian felt a buzzing in his head, as if his very soul was shaken. He realized that the time around him was fleeting like a white horse passing through a gap, youth turning to old age in the blink of an eye, and everything in the universe was rapidly vanishing! The Great Dao collapsed, the thunderous sounds faded, the stars disintegrated, divine light disappeared, the purple aura moved westward, and all the nebulae were disappearing in large swathes. In the end, even the eternally existing time and space were collapsing. The Great Dao collapsed, the thunderous sounds faded, the stars disintegrated, divine light disappeared, the purple aura moved westward, and all the nebulae were disappearing in large swathes. In the end, even the eternally existing time and space were collapsing

Ling Tian looked at the martial arts technique that had suddenly appeared in his mind, feeling an overwhelming joy! He knew that he had truly discovered the treasures hidden within Longyin Mist Mountain, and his opportunity had arrived!

He turned back to glance at the abyss once more, the black whirlpool below sending chills down his spine, and he couldn't help but shake his head, quickly turning back again

Ling Tian looked up and was surprised to find that the thick fog at the mountainside had actually thinned considerably, allowing him to see objects a few meters away! This filled him with immense joy, as a change meant there was hope. He looked down the mountain path he had come from, where it remained a vast expanse of white, as if the area above the mountainside belonged to two completely different worlds.

For some reason, Ling Tian always felt that after looking into this abyss, he couldn't help but want to take another glance, and he even truly experienced an impulse to leap down.

The "Zulong Jing" is divided into four chapters: "Transformation of Feathers," "Transcendence," "Entering the Sage," and "Soaring to the Heavens." With Ling Tian's current perspective, he can only comprehend the "Transformation of Feathers" chapter

In the vast expanse of the four corners of the sky, the stars are arrayed. The ethereal hues of yellow and purple are boundless and magnificent, with divine rainbows traversing the heavens, vanishing in an instant. In the distance, the Milky Way shines brilliantly, resembling the divine and the sacred, radiating with resplendence. Above the nine heavens, the light of the Great Dao shines with overwhelming power, as if an infinite thunderous sound reverberates.

The cultivation requirements for the "Transformation of Feathers" are exceptionally high, necessitating the simultaneous cultivation of essence, qi, and spirit. Furthermore, one must achieve a perfect harmony of essence, qi, and spirit, reaching the threshold of innate greatness before a breakthrough can occur. Additionally, its method of transcending the mundane to become an immortal is also distinct.

In the mountains, all is silent, without a single sound. It is so quiet here that it feels somewhat unreal, even eerie, causing a sense of unease and goosebumps. There seems to be no living creatures around, and not a trace of life can be felt; one cannot even hear the sound of air flowing through the forest. Only the footsteps of Ling Tian echo in this empty mountain. Arriving here feels as if one has entered a completely still world. There seems to be no living creatures around, and not a trace of life can be felt; one cannot even hear the sound of air flowing through the forest. Only the footsteps of Ling Tian echo in this empty mountain. Arriving here feels as if one has entered a completely still world

The Dragon Hidden in the Misty Mountains, the thick fog has completely descended, sealing off the surroundings and thoroughly isolating it from the outside world

A fierce wind howled past his ears, and Ling Tian felt a tremendous pulling force, as if something in the abyss was dragging him inward. The light at the cave's entrance grew smaller and smaller until it completely vanished, leaving him in utter darkness. Ling Tian sank deeper and deeper, with only the sound of rushing air echoing in his ears.

Ling Tian examined the bronze door carefully for a while, and then pushed it forcefully. To his surprise, the bronze door opened with just a touch

Subsequently, Ling Tian's figure floated uncontrollably upwards, unexpectedly flying towards the magnificent figure deep within the Nine Heavens. His body ascended higher and higher, ultimately coming to a stop at the position of the figure's forehead; it turned out to be a statue of a deity.

Ling Tian looked up and laughed heartily, tears streaming down his face. Then his gaze turned cold, and he said to himself: "Father, Mother, esteemed family members, I alone shall avenge your grievances"

Hahahahahaha

Wow

Suddenly, the statue opened its eyes, glaring fiercely and staring directly at Ling Tian

Having tidied up his emotions, Ling Tian took a deep breath and then leaped down from the cave entrance.

Roar

As he spread his palm, he discovered that his five fingers had become thin and long due to the distortion and stretching of space, but suddenly they would also become short and thick. The same was true for his entire body, which fluctuated in height and weight.

Ling Tian struggled to rise from the ground, his shoulder bleeding. The previous wound had not yet healed, and this time it had been further torn open.

Ling Tian was stunned by the scene before him, and he recalled that legend

Ling Tian was somewhat bewildered. If the rumors were true, how should he make his choice now? At present, he could neither leave nor find the opportunity to rise. The only unusual aspect of Longyin Wushan seemed to lie within this bottomless abyss. Was he really expected to jump down?

Having spoken, the monster closed its eyes, and the terrifying pressure instantly vanished

At that moment, a ray of rosy light descended from the heavens above, shining directly upon Ling Tian. Ling Tian looked up and saw, in the depths of the boundless universe, a magnificent and sacred figure gradually emerging.

The eerie silence made Ling Tian extremely anxious. Although he had not encountered any danger, he did not dare to be careless. Now, he had lost all his cultivation and was no different from an ordinary person; any sudden change could potentially cost him his life. If he wished to seek opportunities for resurgence in the so-called perilous Longyin Misty Mountain, he had to devote himself entirely to vigilance

Ling Tian sighed while continuing to walk forward; as long as there was no danger, he had nothing to fear

Should we continue walking

This figure radiated countless celestial lights all around, with a halo behind the head emitting a spectrum of colors, resembling the sun at noon, exuding boundless divine might, causing Ling Tian to be unable to open his eyes

Ling Tian looked back, and that was the direction of Qing Shan City. Now, he could see nothing and there was nothing left. He had been here for three days, and although his injuries had stopped bleeding, his dantian was destroyed, rendering him unable to cultivate for the rest of his life. He was completely finished.

Ling Tian was pondering in his heart. He turned back to glance at the mountain below and hesitated. If he were to return now, it would undoubtedly be a waste of effort, resulting in a loss that outweighed the gains. Therefore, he must continue to ascend; the key was how to do so.

Taking this opportunity, Ling Tian also clearly observed the visage of the statue. How should one put it? The appearance of this statue was quite ordinary, indistinguishable from that of an average person. Yet, within this ordinariness, there was an indescribable feeling that Ling Tian could not quite articulate.

However, the next sentence made Ling Tian completely at ease

Taking a deep breath, Ling Tian decided to continue ascending

At this moment, within that minute crack, sharp blades of air, as sharp as knives, are being ejected outward. The power of these blades of air is immense; a blade no longer than a finger can directly penetrate a massive piece of bluestone

Ling Tian covered his wound and looked around; it seemed to be a cave. Long-lasting lamps hung on both sides of the stone walls, illuminating the entire passage. With the faint light, Ling Tian covered his wound with one hand and supported himself against the wall with the other, stumbling and struggling to move forward. Fortunately, the passage was not long, and after a short while, Ling Tian reached the end of the passage, where a massive bronze door stood before him. The two large doors were engraved with images that Ling Tian had never seen before, seemingly depicting various celestial beings in battle.