Chapter 407: Holy Body Circuit Break

The moonlight poured down like water, resembling smoke and mist, casting a soft haze over the divine city.

By the Dragon Transformation Pool, Ye Fan's gaze was clear as he looked up at the starry sky. He stood perfectly still and silent, only his hair dancing lightly and his white robes fluttering. He remained silent, as the final stage of the heavenly tribulation had yet to descend. He expected it to be a furious storm, a tempestuous ordeal, and he prepared himself with intense vigilance.

None of the other cultivators could maintain their composure; all were profoundly shaken, and the uproar reached a fever pitch, nearly boiling over.

“Has he succeeded in breaking through? I can feel it; he seems to have entered the Four Extremities Secret Realm.”

“Is this truly happening? For hundreds of thousands of years, the Desolate Ancient Sacred Body has been notoriously difficult to cultivate. Is the curse finally being broken today?”

“It’s truly astounding. The Sacred Body has successfully broken through, achieving a minor accomplishment. In the future, it might reach the pinnacle, capable of challenging even a Great Emperor.”

Everyone discussed how Ye Fan had withstood four layers of heavenly tribulation and survived unscathed, tempering his body with lightning. What an incredible opportunity this was! Throughout history, cultivators who faced heavenly tribulations were rare. Having undergone this lightning baptism of his spirit and physical body, his future cultivation benefits would be limitless, filling many cultivators with immense envy and jealousy.

“The Sacred Body has truly broken through, creating a miracle for the post-Desolate Ancient era!”

“How can this be? Didn’t the ancient sages say that this world has changed, making it impossible for the Sacred Body to cultivate…?”

“It’s truly astonishing. What does a Sacred Body that has broken its curse signify? In the future, it will be able to contend with ancient Great Emperors!”

At this moment, no one could remain emotionally calm, as many had already seen that Ye Fan had indeed broken through and successfully advanced into the Four Extremities Secret Realm.

The Golden Winged Little Peng King stood tall, robust and powerful, his golden hair fluttering, and his eyes filled with wildness. His battle armor gleamed with a cold luster, and his great cloak rustled in the wind. He felt a distinct pressure. Staring at Ye Fan, his expression changed for the first time. Two sharp beams of light shot from his eyes, radiating killing intent, and his fighting spirit surged even higher.

The Jade Lake Saintess, with her graceful immortal physique, stood in white, mist swirling around her body. Her beautiful eyes sparkled with an unusual light. Lost in thought, she looked at Ye Fan, then gazed up at the night sky.

On the other side, the Shaking Light Saint Son’s expression was calm. One hundred and eight divine rings enveloped his body, making him appear almost like a deity. Although his face showed no change, his heart was stirred. He was considered a rare genius from ancient times, truly a heaven-blessed talent. When he broke through to the Four Extremities, he too had drawn down lightning tribulation, but it had been nowhere near this terrifying. Many elder figures believed he was comparable to a young Great Emperor, but now, with the emergence of this Sacred Body, he felt immense pressure.

The Violet Mansion Saintess, a congenital Dao fetus, was intimately connected to the Great Dao, possessing the divine essence of heaven-human unity, like a profound maiden descending from an immortal palace. Yet, at this moment, even she displayed an unusual expression. Yao Xi, resplendent like a blossoming pearl and a newly unfurled divine lotus, watched Ye Fan intently from afar, her heart churning. What she had just witnessed made it impossible for her to calm down.

Among the younger generation, the successors of numerous sacred lands and the outstanding disciples of various major powers all felt immense pressure at this moment. If the Sacred Body successfully advanced into the Four Extremities Secret Realm, he would undoubtedly become the most formidable adversary, and no one could remain at ease.

If anyone could still manage a smile at this moment, it was only An Miaoyi. Her smile was enough to overturn a city, and another, a kingdom; her peerless beauty could indeed bring chaos to the world and captivate all beings. Her flawless, exquisite body, with its perfect curves, was subtly revealed as her dress gently swayed, her skin shimmering with a crystalline luster. She smiled with captivating charm, her eyes like flowing water, her skin snowy white and smooth. Her radiance eclipsed even the moon in the night sky, causing the hearts of many cultivators to waver, nearly losing self-control.

The prominent figures from the various Sacred Lands of the Eastern Wasteland remained in stunned silence. For them, the Jiang family and the Feng clan nurturing a Sacred Body that had broken its curse was anything but good news. Many prominent figures who had traveled from Zhongzhou to observe the ceremony also frowned, concerned. A fully accomplished Sacred Body could live for tens of thousands of years. If this young man were to fully mature, he would undoubtedly reign over the world for ten millennia! Their descendants would be overshadowed for countless generations. Unless a Great Emperor-level figure emerged, who could possibly suppress a fully accomplished Sacred Body? Perhaps, preventing him from maturing and stifling him in his early stages would be the ultimate, most effective solution!

Ye Fan stood quietly by the Dragon Transformation Pool, yet the fifth layer of heavenly tribulation remained absent. The night sky was exceptionally tranquil, with no hint of warning or danger.

“Perhaps this Emperor was mistaken. The lightning bolts that just struck you were terrifying, even chaotic lightning appeared. Maybe the heavens are too embarrassed to send more tribulation,” the large black dog mused, though not with complete certainty.

“Hahaha…” the four elders of the Feng clan roared with laughter, utterly delighted. From this day forward, a Sacred Body who had broken the curse would be bound to the Feng clan’s ancient war chariot, ensuring their prosperity for ten millennia!

“Excellent! Today, the legend has finally been broken!” The Peacock King also nodded in approval.

From afar, many people echoed the sentiment, sending forth numerous congratulations and well wishes.

The White-Clad Divine King also showed a look of relief, yet he remained vigilant. Holding the Li Fire Divine Furnace, he scanned his surroundings, wary that someone might take a desperate risk and launch an assault. However, the Divine King’s concerns proved unfounded. Those in the shadows remained silent, making no further moves. They had only chosen to interfere earlier when they saw the possibility of Ye Fan breaking through. Now, everything was a foregone conclusion. With the peerless Divine King guarding him, making a move at this moment would likely result in heavy losses. It would be far better to find another time to eliminate the Sacred Body.

Under the night sky, a frenzy erupted with many clamoring voices. The Sacred Body, dormant for hundreds of thousands of years, had revived. This invincible physique had reappeared in the world, and in the near future, it might shine with extraordinary brilliance!

At this moment, only a small golden creature remained unfazed, busily tending to its own affairs. It absorbed all the vital energy from the surroundings, then slyly slipped into the Dragon Transformation Pool. Old Daoist Red Dragon, the Peacock King, and others all saw it but did not intervene. Since the divine source was almost completely depleted, with very little remaining, they saw no need to drive the little creature away. That night, the small creature was undoubtedly a major winner. Of the vast amount of divine source essence, more than half dissipated into the night sky, some was absorbed by Ye Fan, and the other half was consumed by the divine silkworm.

This time, facing Ye Fan, it seemed almost calculating, no longer displaying its usual aggression. Its large eyes blinked, filled with tiny stars, and then it plunged into the pool.

“I succeeded… I’ve entered the Four Extremities Secret Realm,” Ye Fan declared, standing tall and gazing at the boundless night sky. “Lightning tribulation, are you still going to strike me?”

“Boom!”

Suddenly, nine bolts of lightning struck down, leaving everyone stunned and speechless. No sooner had Ye Fan spoken than the lightning descended. Was there truly a hidden master in the heavens who tolerated no provocation from mortals?

“Little Ye Zi, why on earth are you provoking the heavens?”

“You’re going to be struck by lightning again!”

“Ye Zi, you’re practically begging to be struck by lightning.”

Tu Fei, Li Heishui, and Pang Bo all exclaimed, each sensing that something dreadful was about to occur.

This time, Ye Fan directly swung his fist towards the sky. Having advanced into the secret realm, he was fearless. His golden fist instantly shattered all nine bolts of lightning.

“Boom!”

A second time, eighteen bolts of lightning descended. Nine struck towards Ye Fan, while the other nine fell into the Dragon Transformation Pool.

“Bang!”

Ye Fan extended a large golden hand, seizing all nine bolts of lightning and instantly neutralizing them. His technique was astonishing! Meanwhile, in the Dragon Transformation Pool, the divine silkworm shrieked in alarm, clutching its head and scrambling to escape. However, the nine lightning bolts had completely locked onto it, relentlessly striking it as the lightning flashed brilliantly.

“Something’s wrong! This is the divine silkworm’s heavenly tribulation!”

“Heavens! The divine silkworm is also undergoing tribulation—it’s the one who attracted this terrifying lightning!”

Everyone was astonished, gaping in disbelief. It was now clear that Ye Fan had become collateral damage, passively dragged into the tribulation.

“Damn it, that accursed divine silkworm is going to get Little Ye Zi killed! He just finished being struck by lightning, and now he has to go through it all over again because of it!” Tu Fei cursed.

“Oh, for heaven’s sake, this divine silkworm is truly a menace! Why is it also undergoing tribulation, dragging Ye Zi into this again?” Pang Bo worried.

“This unlucky divine silkworm! It’s bad enough it’s being struck by heavenly lightning itself, but it has to implicate others too!” Li Heishui cursed.

Everyone was astonished. Heavenly tribulations were rare even in ancient times, yet two had appeared in a single day! However, upon closer thought, it became understandable. What kind of creature was the divine silkworm? In the bygone ancient eras, once it underwent nine transformations, it would become an invincible existence across heaven and earth. If it were to break through, it would certainly face a heavenly tribulation, as its very existence was too heaven-defying. It had just absorbed so much divine source essence and was now about to undergo a transformation.

The divine silkworm darted away, seemingly believing it had nothing to do with the tribulation, yet it could not escape the lightning. It was struck repeatedly, stumbling wildly as it fled with its head clutched in its paws. Everyone was speechless, unsure what to say. This divine silkworm was truly eccentric; it didn't even realize its own heavenly tribulation had arrived.

In the distance, the little nun in white opened her mouth in an ‘O’ shape and shouted, “Little darling, don’t run! Quickly resist; only you can overcome this on your own.”

The divine silkworm, clutching its head, fled directly towards Ye Fan, burrowing into his embrace. It had just witnessed Ye Fan withstand the tribulation and now sought his protection.

“This unlucky divine silkworm is absolutely going to drag Little Ye Zi down with it! It truly deserves to be skinned alive!”

“You little pest, you’re trying to get me killed!” Ye Fan truly wanted to grab it and give it a good beating.

The divine silkworm’s large eyes were filled with an aggrieved expression; it still had no idea where the heavenly tribulation came from. It fled, clutching its head, teary-eyed and pitifully pleading for help. Ye Fan directly transmitted a divine thought to the innocent creature, explaining what was happening. Then, almost feeling like spitting blood, he began to confront the new wave of heavenly tribulation. He felt an urge to curse aloud. What kind of predicament was this?!

“Kid, step back. This Emperor has carved a formation pattern that can get you out of this bind,” the Black Emperor’s voice transmitted at the crucial moment.

“I’ve already been dragged into this. Is there still a way out?” Ye Fan asked, both surprised and doubtful.

“In ancient times, Emperor Wushi frequently suffered lightning tribulations, implicating many others. He later created a formation pattern that allowed those implicated to avoid the disaster.”

Ye Fan said no more, and following the Black Emperor’s instructions, retreated into a formation pattern nearby. Astonishingly, all the lightning bolts vanished. He was deeply shaken. Emperor Wushi was indeed extraordinarily brilliant, capable of even deceiving the heavens, possessing methods to help others evade their fate.

“Kid, you must be careful. I’ve just recalled something; your heavenly tribulation might not be over yet,” the large black dog seriously cautioned in a low voice.

“What?!” Ye Fan’s heart jolted in surprise.

Meanwhile, the divine silkworm darted around wildly, letting out childish shrieks in an ancient language that sent everyone fleeing, terrified of being implicated. The small golden creature was utterly aggrieved. It ultimately faced the heavenly tribulation alone, struck until it was teary-eyed and bawling loudly. Yet, to everyone’s astonishment, although it was covered in wounds and stumbling, it suffered no fatal damage.

“Buzz!”

Suddenly, the void trembled, and this expanse of the cosmos seemed on the verge of collapse, sending shivers down the spines of many cultivators and filling their hearts with dread!

Ye Fan’s heart instantly sensed a warning. Gazing at the night sky, he felt an boundless danger, as if the apocalypse had arrived, causing him to feel utter despair. This tribulation was unequivocally aimed at him. Under the night moon, innate patterns emerged, intertwining high in the sky to form a Dao diagram that slowly pressed downwards. The void trembled, nearly collapsing. This diagram was profoundly mysterious, resembling the very form of the Great Dao, causing people to suffocate, unable to breathe, their souls trembling.

“What is this?” Everyone was deeply shaken, completely bewildered.

“Is this also a heavenly tribulation? Why is there no lightning, no flashes, only innate Dao diagram patterns appearing?!” Many people were bewildered, unable to comprehend why this was occurring.

“Boom!”

This innate pattern enveloped Ye Fan from above.

“No wonder… the Sacred Body truly has an unbreakable curse!” spoke a sect master from an immortal lineage in Zhongzhou.

“The ancient sages speculated that the Sacred Body’s path forward was severed, and all of it is true. No wonder no fully accomplished Sacred Body has appeared for hundreds of thousands of years… The heavens and earth simply do not acknowledge it!” an elder from an immortal imperial dynasty sighed.

The peerless Divine King transmitted a message to Ye Fan, exclaiming, “Don’t be distracted! You must overcome this hurdle, and I will help you!”

“I will not give up! I will continue to press forward!” Ye Fan also shouted determinedly.

“It’s nothing major! Even if the path is severed, human effort can defy the heavens and reconnect it!” The peerless Divine King’s voice reverberated throughout heaven and earth, as he prepared to help Ye Fan mend the Sacred Body’s broken path.