The Heavenly Tribulation for Soul Transformation is the "Three-Nine Heavenly Tribulation," which consists of three layers of twenty-seven Lightning Tribulations.
However, the intensity of each person's "Three-Nine Heavenly Tribulation" varies; usually, the more talented a person is, the stronger the Lightning Tribulation they face.
Hence the saying that Heaven envies the gifted.
As an Immortal-level talent, it was clear that Han Xuanji's Lightning Tribulation power far exceeded that of ordinary people.
A terrifying aura permeated the air, enough to make all living beings tremble.
It seemed as though it did not want to give the Undergoing Tribulation a chance to prepare.
Soon, Red thunder struck down from the sky, tearing apart the space it passed through.
Han Xuanji was not alarmed by this; instead, he allowed the lightning to strike him directly, then circulated his Thunder Method, and the powerful lightning energy actually transformed into his nourishment.
If an ordinary Cultivator had done this, they would likely have been annihilated.
But Han Xuanji was different; he had already signed in and obtained the Ten Thousand Tribulations Thunder Body, and his Body Refining method had reached Major Achievement, which was why he dared to try this.
The result was also good.
His Wuji Thunder Method, which had originally cultivated to the limit of the Nascent Soul, now saw its progress soar; with the help of this power, his Physical Body was also tempered, becoming increasingly powerful.
Perhaps it was enraged by Han Xuanji's actions.
Before long, the second layer of Lightning Tribulation quickly began to form.
Within the purple thunderclouds, the lightning transformed into a Lightning Dragon, emitting roars.
"The intensity has increased."
A hint of solemnity flashed in Han Xuanji's eyes.
He was neither foolish nor reckless; seeing such power, he naturally would not force himself to show off.
Boom!
Before the sound of the falling lightning arrived, nine Lightning Dragons roared and charged towards Han Xuanji.
Han Xuanji's gaze narrowed, and he said in a deep voice:
"Rise!"
The next moment.
Nine Flying Swords soared into the sky, and powerful Sword Intent rose, forming a Sword Array for protection.
Even though the Lightning Dragons were fierce, these Flying Swords were all lightning-attributed Flying Swords, crafted from special materials, possessing excellent resistance to lightning attacks.
Rumble!
Accompanied by the sound of a thunderous explosion, the nine Flying Swords were scattered by the impact.
However, the power of the Lightning Tribulation was also weakened, and when it struck Han Xuanji, it appeared dangerous but posed no real threat to him.
He passed the two layers of Lightning Tribulation without much pressure.
Han Xuanji did not let his guard down; instead, he looked up with a solemn expression.
The third layer of Lightning Tribulation was slow to arrive, but the sky above the valley suddenly darkened, as if night had fallen early.
Han Xuanji also realized that this final layer of Lightning Tribulation was not simple.
It seemed to be preparing something big for him.
Not long after, the five-colored lightning in the sky intertwined into a net; the tribulation lightning of the Five Elements (gold, wood, water, fire, and earth) surged in the clouds, mutually generating and overcoming each other, forming a massive Five Elements Lightning Array, as if it were a killing formation personally laid down by the Heavenly Dao.
"Five Elements Heavenly Tribulation?"
Han Xuanji's pupils constricted slightly, and his heart felt a chill.
This tribulation was extraordinary; for an ordinary Soul Transformation Cultivator's Three-Nine Heavenly Tribulation, the third layer usually only involved two attributes, mutually generating and overcoming each other, which already gave many Cultivators headaches.
Yet his tribulation had evolved into a Five Elements Heavenly Tribulation.
With the Five Elements circulating, its power was terrifyingly strong.
Not to mention Soul Transformation Cultivators who had just broken through, even Soul Transformation Cultivators at the fourth or fifth layer might not necessarily be able to pass it safely.
"Heavenly Dao, you are forcing my hand!"
Han Xuanji took a deep breath.
He dared not be negligent and directly unleashed the Flying Immortal Sword Art; powerful Sword Intent swept across the sky, like an Immortal dancing with a sword, and sword light tore through the heavens.
Rumble!
Nine five-colored lightning bolts fell in response, carrying terrifying Five Elements power.
The sword light collided with the lightning; although it did not completely shatter the lightning, it dispersed much of it.
Immediately after, Han Xuanji summoned over a hundred Magical Artifacts used for Undergoing Tribulation.
Even if each one could only resist for a single breath before shattering, together, they were enough to weaken the lightning's power by another third.
Finally.
A scattered portion of the Lightning Tribulation's power struck Han Xuanji; he quickly circulated his Thunder Method and pushed his Unyielding Golden Body to its limit, eventually letting out a muffled grunt, and successfully passed the tribulation.
With the Lightning Tribulation passed, the dark clouds quickly dispersed, and the sky instantly became exceptionally clear.
Only the surrounding trees bore witness to the great terror that had occurred earlier.
Most of the surrounding purple maple trees were scorched black, but a few trees still survived and were imbued with a trace of spiritual energy, becoming a type of Spirit Material.
Han Xuanji, having successfully passed the tribulation, did not dwell in joy; he immediately took out an Advanced Spirit Pill and swallowed it to restore his condition.
"It's finally done."
Han Xuanji couldn't help but let his lips curl into a smile.
Because of the tempering from the Lightning Tribulation, his cultivation was completely consolidated, and his physique had become much stronger, undergoing earth-shattering changes compared to before his Breakthrough.
No wonder they say cultivation Realm is the foundation.
It is basically impossible for a Nascent Soul cultivator to contend with a Soul Transformation Cultivator without external aid; the quality of their spiritual energy is not on the same level.
Upon reaching the Soul Transformation Realm, a casual Sword Qi from Han Xuanji was enough to match the full-strength attack of many Nascent Soul Stage Cultivators.
"Someone's here."
Suddenly, Han Xuanji's heart stirred, and he frowned.
The reason he chose this location for his Undergoing Tribulation was because it was relatively close to the Shenxuan Sect, allowing him to escape if things went awry.
"Three people, all Soul Transformation Cultivators; their aura seems like that of Demonic Path Cultivators."
Han Xuanji's expression hardened; knowing that the opponents were Demonic Cultivators, he actually breathed a sigh of relief.
With his speed, even if he couldn't win, he could easily leave.
If he ran into the Shenxuan Sect's territory, he didn't believe they would dare to pursue him.
At this moment, three figures quickly arrived before Han Xuanji from a distance.
The leader was dressed in a crimson robe, majestic and extraordinary, with the strongest aura; he was at least a Soul Transformation Realm fourth-layer Cultivator, an almost insurmountable presence for a Cultivator who had just entered Soul Transformation.
"Fellow Daoist, I am a Protector of the Heavenly Demon Sect. If you are willing to submit to our Heavenly Demon Sect, we will not harm you."
Red Dragon Venerable looked at Han Xuanji and spoke, emitting a daunting pressure.
This place was not far from the Shenxuan Sect, so they preferred to reason with him.
If Han Xuanji did not agree, they could only try to take him away.
"Our Heavenly Demon Sect is the number one Demonic Sect in the North Underworld State, with experts as numerous as clouds. If you sincerely submit and later achieve merits, it's not impossible to break through to the Void Refinement stage."
Red Dragon Venerable enticed him.
"Just the three of you?"
Han Xuanji did not answer but instead retorted.
He hadn't signed in enough at the Shenxuan Sect yet; he didn't want to go to a Demonic Sect to be someone else's subordinate.
It was obvious that if he agreed, they would definitely have many preventive measures against him, and he might even be used as Advanced cannon fodder.
In reality, Han Xuanji had underestimated the status of a Soul Transformation Cultivator.
Even if he were an outsider, it was impossible to neglect him and send him to his death; at most, he would have more responsibilities, and he would be prioritized for dangerous missions.