Because Liu Bai's Five Elemental Divine Thunder were all personally comprehended, they were already at a Major Mastery level from the start. Beyond this, further advancement meant reaching the perfect realm of complete mastery.
"Upgrading a lesser divine technique to perfection only requires twenty thousand experience points?"
Perhaps it was due to the difference between divine techniques and divine arts. Unexpectedly, the required experience points were far less than Liu Bai had anticipated.
Seeing this, Liu Bai checked his current experience points, which were more than enough to elevate all his Five Elemental Divine Thunder to the perfect realm.
Rumble!
As the Yi Wood Divine Tribulation Thunder upgraded, the azure storm clouds that had been covering the mountain above began to churn rapidly. The lightning spheres descending from the clouds became denser and far more powerful.
Finally, the towering mountain, once tens of thousands of meters high, was completely ground down. After the mountain disappeared, the center of its original location revealed a pitch-black canyon.
"Huh, what is this?"
Seeing a dark abyss appear before him instead of the expected Water Gate, Liu Bai's expression froze in surprise.
Before he could react, an enormous suction force erupted from the abyss, pulling him in completely without any chance of resistance.
This scene was observed clearly by all the onlookers outside. Some disciples from the Five Great Sects, unaware of the truth, also questioned what had happened. Only the high-level elders remained calm. Though they were slightly surprised, it was not the kind of astonishment of ignorance, but rather one of mere unexpectedness.
"Huh?" The envoy of the Five Elemental God Sect, who had seemed somewhat distracted until now, displayed an expression of surprise. "It seems another person has caught the attention of the Divine Lord. Heh, I wonder if this lucky one will be able to emerge from there."
As one of the Five Great Successors of the Five Elemental God Sect, this young envoy had a complete understanding of the truths of the Five Elemental Realm.
Years ago, he himself had been chosen by the Divine Lord, gaining opportunities that allowed him to reach his current level. To think that after nearly twenty years of inaction, the Divine Lord had chosen this young man again…
Yet he had already observed that this boy was not a true Five Elemental Body, nor even an acquired Five Elemental Body.
Although puzzled, there was nothing they could do regarding what was happening inside, so all they could do was wait for the result.
At this time, among all the onlookers, only Jiu You truly worried about Liu Bai's safety. She even had a bad premonition in her heart.
"Senior Jin Chi, what just happened to Liu Bai?"
Helpless and completely unaware of the situation, Jiu You had no choice but to ask Jin Chi directly.
Though this black crow was her nemesis, when it came to Liu Bai and her own life, she had no choice but to suppress her feelings and ask respectfully.
Seeing the young girl lowering her eyes before him, Jin Chi's usually tense face actually revealed a trace of a smile.
To see this little Nine Netherworld Sparrow bow before him was clearly a pleasing sight, even allowing him to temporarily ease his anger over the theft of the Haotian True Flame.
This smile did not escape Jiu You's secret observation.
"Smile, smile. Serves you right that your treasure was stolen!"
In her heart, a tiny black sparrow appeared, shouting in fury toward the sky, yet her outward expression remained completely respectful, showing no trace of anger.
"Do not worry, this is Liu Bai's opportunity…"
Jin Chi said calmly, then returned his gaze to the slowly closing dark abyss in the sky.
Jiu You remained speechless.
Opportunity? What opportunity? Just tell me!
"This damned black crow!"
The little black sparrow continued to curse. Since it was Liu Bai's opportunity, why did she feel as if disaster was about to strike?
Nearby, Yan Qianzhong, Sect Master of the Fire God Sect, suddenly looked over. Seeing the anxious expression on Jiu You's face, he smiled and said, "Little girl of the Nine Nether Clan, do not worry. As the Grand Elder said, Liu Bai has not encountered danger, but the true opportunity of the Five Elemental Realm. This opportunity has not appeared in decades."
Of course, the specific circumstances would not be told to Jiu You, an outsider, unless she agreed to join the Fire God Sect.
But hearing similar words from two high-level figures of the Fire God Sect, Jiu You had no choice but to trust them for the time being.
All she could do now was wait for the final outcome.
Meanwhile, Liu Bai, swallowed by the abyss, found himself in an underground space. Before him stood an elderly figure dressed in multicolored imperial robes, appearing like an emperor of the mortal world.
Upon seeing the old man, Liu Bai felt his legs weaken, and he instinctively wanted to kneel.
In an instant, Liu Bai raised his full vigilance, immediately attempting to retreat.
"Heh, young friend, do not panic. I mean no harm. It is your mastery of the Five Elemental Techniques that awakened me, causing you to enter this place and meet me," the elder spoke gently.
Liu Bai paused, staring at the majestic figure before him, a mix of surprise and doubt on his face, yet he still clasped his hands and asked respectfully, "May I ask, Senior, who you are, and why you are here?"
"My name is the Five Emperor Divine Sovereign. However, you young people certainly would not know of me. This space you are in is in fact a manifestation of my own body."
Liu Bai froze at these words.
What? This Five Elemental Realm is your body? So we are all inside your body right now?
Scratching his head, Liu Bai's face showed disbelief, but his heart surged with immense waves.
No wonder the Five Elemental Continent is so extraordinary. Could it be that an Ancient Great Power perished here?
Thinking of the Divine Spiritual Mountains and the various relics mentioned in the original works, the Five Emperor Divine Sovereign before him must at least be a Heaven Sovereign-level powerhouse, perhaps even comparable to the Heavenly Emperor of the Ancient Heaven Palace. Otherwise, he could not have influenced the entire continent directly.
Seeing Liu Bai still cautious, the elder smiled gently again and said, "Young friend, there is no need to fear. What you see before you is merely an echo of me. My true spirit and body have perished for tens of thousands of years and lie deep within this world. Due to certain reasons, they cannot influence the outside world, so you need not worry about me having any ill intentions toward you."
The elder's candid explanation of his situation, coupled with his sincere demeanor, allowed Liu Bai to relax slightly.
"Is there anything I can do to assist you, Senior?" Liu Bai asked sincerely, bowing slightly.
"Haha, your intention is enough. However, with your current cultivation, there is little you can do to help me," the elder said teasingly. Then his tone shifted.
"Yet your comprehension is remarkable. Though you are not a congenital Five Elemental Body, you have cultivated the Five Elemental Techniques to such a degree and comprehended the Five Elemental Divine Tribulation Thunder through the Five Elemental origins. Even a genius with a congenital Five Elemental Body would need to reach the Earth Supreme realm to achieve this. By this alone, you have already surpassed all others in the entire Great Thousand World."
Hearing such praise, Liu Bai blushed with embarrassment.
"Senior overestimates me. How could my small talent deserve such praise? In the Great Thousand World, there are countless extraordinary talents. What I have achieved is nothing by comparison…"
"Good, modest and calm. Excellent," the elder nodded again, a look of genuine admiration on his face.
Witnessing this, Liu Bai inwardly wanted to roll his eyes at how flattering it all was.
Although he did not know the elder's true intentions, Liu Bai was certain that this old man did not have good intentions. Otherwise, there would be no need to lavish such praise on a mere junior like him.
There was no helping it. Liu Bai knew his own situation far too well.
Without the system as a divine tool, judging purely by talent, he was the most ordinary of ordinary. Even though his physique, soul, and spiritual power had been enhanced for various reasons, it was fair to say he had been transformed from the start. Yet he still could not reach the level the elder claimed, being described as "the best of the world," as if he had been lifted straight to heaven.
"Your current cultivation is indeed somewhat low, but this does not mean your talent is lacking. Compared with those prodigies born into ancient clans or inherited sects, the only thing you lack is the cultivation method and divine technique to match them."
"Although with your talent, even cultivating step by step, reaching the Earth Supreme in a hundred years would not be difficult, if you wish to ascend to higher realms, you must cultivate more powerful Five Elemental Divine Techniques. Only by truly connecting with the Five Elemental Forces of the Great Thousand World can your future be boundless. Fortunately, I have such divine techniques. Are you willing to learn?"
At this moment, the elder spoke like a Great Power seeing an outstanding junior and could not resist offering guidance, his tone warm and cordial.
"Really?!" Liu Bai reacted like someone struck senseless by a massive pie from the heavens, his face full of shock, joy, and growing excitement.
The elder nodded, "Of course it is true."
"However, if you accept my inheritance, you must repay this cause. When you ascend to the Heavenly Supreme, I will need you to do me a favor."
Liu Bai's eyes shifted as he asked, "Could it be that Senior wishes me to rescue you once my strength is sufficient?"
"Hahaha…"
The elder suddenly laughed heartily, "Impossible, impossible. I have already perished. Only a fragment of my true spirit remains. Even if it were possible, I could not be saved…"
"As for the favor, we shall speak of it when you have truly met my requirements. For now, I will pass this divine technique to you. Take it and keep it well."
Clatter.
At the elder's words, the multicolored robes on his body suddenly radiated infinite light. From this brilliance, a scroll-like object flew out and quietly hovered before Liu Bai.
The scroll slowly unfolded, revealing five imperial portraits dressed in different colored robes. Ancient Five Elemental spiritual energy traced lines across the images, weaving five supreme divine beasts representing the primordial spirits.
The Azure Dragon of the East, the White Tiger of the West, the Vermilion Bird of the South, the Black Tortoise of the North, and the Qilin of the Central Land—these Four Celestial Spirits and the World-Guarding Qilin together formed the Five Directions of the Primordial Five Elements.
At the sight of this image, Liu Bai instantly felt as if the entire world had been completely sealed.
"This is the Five Emperor Divine Ability, one of the most powerful Divine Ability in the Great Thousand World. Condensing the true forms of the Five Emperor can suppress the entire world."
"Alas, in my time I was unable to achieve the final unification of the Five Emperors. Otherwise, I would not have met such a fate."
At these words, the elder rarely showed a trace of regret.
Liu Bai opened his mouth, as if wanting to say something comforting, but found he did not know what to say.
"Hehe, after so many years, I still cannot see through it. It seems I have made you laugh, young friend."
"No, no," Liu Bai quickly waved his hands, feigning fright.
"Enough, I will not tease you further." The elder reined in his smile and said solemnly, "This is the Immortal True Form Scroll, an ancient secret text recording the Five Emperor Divine Ability. At your current cultivation, you cannot yet grasp its true meaning. You may store it within your body. When you break through to the Sovereign level and cultivate the Five Emperor Celestial Body, you will naturally comprehend its mysteries."
"Moreover, once integrated into your body, it can automatically absorb the Five Elemental Source Energy from the world, greatly enhancing any Five Element-related spiritual power, spiritual arts, or divine arts you cultivate."
Liu Bai asked with joy, "Senior, how should I claim this object as my own?"
"You only need to drip a drop of your blood and then guide it into your Dantian with Five Elemental spiritual energy. Do not worry, it will not affect your Dantian space."
Liu Bai nodded and followed the instructions, successfully guiding the Immortal True Form Scroll into his Dantian.
"Oh, there is one additional benefit. With the Immortal True Form Scroll in your Dantian, anyone attempting to forcibly seize your body will be suppressed by the Five Elemental power within the scroll. Even if they are an Earth Supreme, they cannot easily escape. This can be considered a secondary function."
Liu Bai paused. Was this not similar to Mu Chen's Immortal Divine Page?
The Immortal Divine Page contained the cultivation methods of the Eternal Sovereign Celestial Body, consisting of three pages which together formed the Primordial Immortal Body.
Could this Immortal True Form Scroll be a treasure of the same level? That seemed almost too good to be true.
Harboring deep suspicion, Liu Bai decided to watch carefully and see what the suddenly appearing Five Emperor Divine Sovereign was truly up to.
"Alas, your cultivation is still too low to fully exert the power of the Immortal True Form Scroll. Cultivating the Five Emperor Divine Ability will not be easy. I also have a Five Elemental Spiritual Talisman. If you can obtain it, it will greatly aid you."
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