Chapter 1647: New Transforming Spirit Cultivator

They endured untold hardships and suffering to cultivate to the Soul Transformation Stage. They originally thought they could advance further and ascend to the Spirit Realm. However, someone informed them that they had hit a ceiling; they could not ascend unless they reached the late Soul Transformation Stage, and illicit ascension was a dead end.

It was under these circumstances that the Tianlan Realm unified and formed the Tianlan Sect. The Soul Transformation cultivators of the Tianlan Sect then invaded other realms in pursuit of ascending to the Spirit Realm.

The Soul Transformation cultivators from the Tianlan Realm did not engage in widespread slaughter. Firstly, they wanted to leave themselves a retreat route; if the forces of the Dongli Realm could contact their ancestors in the Spirit Realm, massive slaughter would only lead to their own demise. Secondly, they aimed to prevent the Dongli Realm's Soul Transformation cultivators from fighting with desperate abandon. If Soul Transformation cultivators personally engaged in a life-or-death battle, there would certainly be casualties, a scenario of harming a thousand enemies while suffering eight hundred losses.

Though they had many members, only Lei Yunbin was at the mid-Soul Transformation Stage. In their last encounter, the Dongli Realm deployed two mid-Soul Transformation cultivators. This implied the Dongli Realm had at least three mid-Soul Transformation cultivators, if not more. If they engaged in a head-on confrontation, they might not gain the upper hand.

"Let's wait for Senior Martial Brother Shangguan to arrive. For now, let the younger generation fight it out. We should also make a move to probe the divine abilities of the Dongli Realm's Soul Transformation cultivators, paving the way for future large-scale battles. Ultimately, the direction of this realm war depends on us; the wins and losses of the younger generation are not important. Within thirty years, Senior Martial Brother Shangguan will surely be able to refine another Seven Star Soul-Breaking Orb. Once Senior Martial Brother Shangguan arrives in the Dongli Realm, he can seal the deal."

Lei Yunbin said in a deep voice, his gaze firm.

In the end, the cultivation world relies on power to speak.

"I heard that in today's battle, the Green Lotus Immortals, with two against six, annihilated the Qiankun Twins. Are the Green Lotus Immortals really that formidable?"

Long Xiaoyao said with a frown.

"It was Nephew Qin and the others who were careless; such a thing won't happen again. In comparison, I'm more concerned about the Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor and Haoyu True Person. Their reputations are greater than the Green Lotus Immortals. Especially the Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor, who has been famous for many years; he might have already advanced to the Soul Transformation Stage. If he has, he would definitely be a formidable opponent."

Long Hanji's tone was serious. The Green Lotus Immortals hadn't even formed their Nascent Souls yet, while the Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor was already considered the strongest below the Soul Transformation Stage. After several hundred years, if the Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor had advanced to the Soul Transformation Stage, he would certainly be even more powerful.

"We'll cross that bridge when we come to it. Our current situation doesn't allow for dividing our forces. We just need to wait for Senior Martial Brother Shangguan to arrive."

Lei Yunbin's tone was calm. Shangguan Tianhong had earned the title of "foremost cultivator in the Tianlan Realm" through his strength. Once Shangguan Tianhong arrived in the Dongli Realm, everything would be over.

In a secluded courtyard, Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan sat around a green stone table, with a large quantity of items piled on the ground.

Minerals, spiritual herbs, magic treasures, beast hides, and other materials were all present. These items came from the Qiankun Twins, who had annihilated several Nascent Soul cultivators and were incredibly wealthy. However, they died at the hands of Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan, and their wealth now belonged to them.

"If we kill four more late Nascent Soul cultivators, we can exchange for a Spirit Treasure."

Wang Ruyan said with a smile.

"That's true, but drawing too much attention isn't good. Although Soul Transformation cultivators are supposedly not making a move, who can guarantee they won't? It's better to be cautious."

Wang Changsheng said solemnly. "A tall tree catches the wind," and drawing too much attention was never a good thing.

After chatting for a while, Wang Changsheng sorted and put away the items on the ground, then returned to his room to rest.

Western Desert, Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple.

At midday, the scorching sun blazed overhead, and there wasn't a cloud in the sky for thousands of miles.

Zhou Yunxiao knelt at the foot of the Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple, his gaze firm. Monks occasionally passed by him, but no one paid him any attention; it was as if Zhou Yunxiao didn't exist.

The Great Yan Dynasty had sent a sum for compensation, but the Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple refused to accept it. The eminent monks believed that all beings were equal, and the lives of the deceased mortals could not be measured by material wealth. As a result, Zhou Yunxiao still couldn't meet Master Qingxu.

A sudden gust of strong wind swept through the distance, kicking up countless yellow sand particles.

The originally clear sky suddenly became overcast with dark clouds, accompanied by lightning and thunder. Black clouds enveloped an area of a hundred miles. Simultaneously, a peculiar scent diffused, initially resembling fish, then somewhat like sandalwood, and finally, similar to the fragrance of women's rouge.

Many monks looked at each other, utterly bewildered.

"What is this smell? It's so fragrant! Are they preparing vegetarian food?"

"Impossible! Vegetarian food doesn't smell this good."

"How strange. I've lived for over a hundred years and have never smelled anything like this."

"Awoo!"

A roar from a fierce beast echoed, and in the distance, a large number of demonic beasts and birds suddenly appeared. Seemingly crazed, they rushed towards the Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple.

"Flesh Incense Transformation! Someone is attempting to break through to the Soul Transformation Stage! It's Master!"

Zhou Yunxiao's eyes lit up, but a hint of confusion also appeared in them.

When cultivators attempt to break through to the Soul Transformation Stage, their physical bodies emit a peculiar fragrance that attracts a large number of demonic beasts. Because this fragrance resembles sandalwood, it is called Flesh Incense Transformation.

The Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor was already at the late Nascent Soul Stage when he participated in the insect eradication efforts in the Northern Borders. Many years had passed since then, so it was possible he had advanced to the Soul Transformation Stage.

On a hundred-acre bluestone plaza, a tall, middle-aged monk sat cross-legged on a golden prayer mat. The monk's face was serene, and he wore a string of golden Buddhist beads around his chest. His hands were pressed together, and he remained motionless, yet he exuded a powerful sense of oppression, like an unsheathed sharp blade.

This was Master Qingxu. Before he converted to Buddhism, others knew him as the Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor.

"Amitabha. My Buddha is merciful. Qingxu, your opportunity has arrived. I hope that after you advance to the Soul Transformation Stage, you will not forget your original intention."

A serene voice resounded in Master Qingxu's ears.

"This disciple would not dare forget. I committed too many acts of slaughter in the first half of my life, and I will atone for my sins in the future."

Master Qingxu said solemnly.

The Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor traveled around challenging Nascent Soul cultivators, winning far more often than losing. Upon arriving in the Western Desert, he insisted on sparring with the abbot of the Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple, promising to willingly remain in the Buddhist sect for a hundred years if he lost. Unexpectedly, he genuinely lost to Master Huikong, the abbot of the Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple. The Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor then took up residence at the Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple, and during his stay, he spent a considerable amount of time cultivating and continuously challenging Master Huikong.

Master Huikong achieved seven consecutive victories. Under his spiritual influence, the Seven Absolutes Blade Emperor converted to Buddhism. This battle-crazed individual transformed, becoming a guardian Vajra of the Ten Thousand Buddhas Temple.

Rumble!

Accompanied by a tremendous roar, a silver lightning bolt, as thick as an adult's arm, struck down, accurately hitting Master Qingxu.

Countless Buddhist runes surged from Master Qingxu's body, forming a thick golden light barrier that enveloped him completely.

For a moment, continuous rumbling sounds filled the air, and silver lightning submerged Master Qingxu's figure.