Becoming a Deity from Planting the Bodhi Tree-Chapter 1212 - 430: Ego, One True Dharma Realm

Just as Qi Tian used all his skills, he finally embarked on the journey to the Yanhuang Federation together with Jing Qiu.

Qi Tian's mentor, known as Danqing in the Yin Spirit Realm, also had a candid and open conversation with Cangqing at Cangqing's invitation.

"Taoist Friend Danqing, what exactly is the purpose of this trip to the Yin Spirit Realm?"

Cangqing got straight to the point,

"To be honest, we're encountering some trouble. If the Yin Spirit Realm can't clarify its true intentions and stance, we'll have to ask all of you to temporarily leave."

Though somewhat prepared before coming, Danqing was still surprised by this Divine Lord's straightforwardness.

He couldn't help but wonder what made this person so direct and urgent.

"Has a Taoist friend from the 'This Shore' approached you?" Danqing asked tentatively.

Cangqing didn't expect to hear the name 'This Shore' from Danqing's mouth again, and it seemed Danqing had predicted 'This Shore' would approach them?

Although surprised inwardly, Cangqing maintained an indifferent facade, ambiguously saying:

"There have been some incidents, I hope you understand."

Danqing nodded with a smile. With his Daoist skill and the path he follows, he could vaguely sense the Divine Lord's inner workings, who seemed surprised.

Surprised to hear the name 'This Shore' from him?

It seems he guessed right, the other party indeed had contact with the forces of 'This Shore'.

This is not good news; some matters need to be accelerated.

With fluctuating thoughts, Danqing spoke:

"There are two main purposes for this visit. The first point needs no elaboration; as mentioned days ago, being part of the Spiritual System, the Yin Spirit Realm is willing to ally with the Netherworld."

"The second point, I believe you might have guessed it, is naturally to explore the Spirit Ocean."

Cangqing asked in return: "Your realm suffered greatly from the Nether Sea back then, why now turn to explore the Nether Sea, aren't you afraid of burning yourself?"

Danqing sighed, implying, "Many opportunities are valued only after they're lost."

Cangqing raised his brow and said, "Are you saying the Nether Sea is an opportunity you missed?"

Danqing's expression was complex; he mocked himself, "An opportunity? Maybe. Seeing the true self amidst the mists, only then realizing the body is a shackle."

Cangqing suddenly asked, "In your eyes, what exactly is the Nether Sea, a supreme treasure personally refined by a Transcender?" 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎

Upon hearing this, Danqing couldn't help but glance at him, the two exchanged a knowing smile.

Just before, as Qi Tian entered the Great Universe, Danqing also extinguished a Heart Spirit Mustard Seed he left on him.

Having such an 'excellent disciple' is truly gratifying.

Danqing didn't answer but asked in return: "You are an Innate Divine, born as a True Saint, with no progress over the years, haven't you tried to explore the Nether Sea?"

"To be honest, I failed in the past precisely because the Nether Sea blocked my way," Cangqing sighed.

Danqing's smile suddenly turned bitter: "Have you ever thought that maybe the Nether Sea wasn't blocking you but... saving your life?"

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"The original Transcender?"

Ji Jingqiu had no strong reaction to Qi Tian's final "according to hearsay," at least not the shock Qi Tian expected.

Ji Jingqiu had heard similar sayings before, all these unverified messages were just conjectures.

Seeing this, Qi Tian couldn't help but think that Ji Jingqiu indeed was one of them, having cultivated an unwavering heart, and even the most shocking rumor he carefully selected didn't make Ji Jingqiu waver in the slightest.

"This original Transcender..."

The two were on their way back to the Great Universe. Qi Tian pondered for a moment, determined to make Ji Jingqiu show some flaw today, continued,

"I heard that recently Ji had the great feat of Opening the World?"

"Just a minor action."

"..." Qi Tian almost pinched his nose and said, "So, Ji, have you ever wondered who pioneered the various Dao paths between Heaven and Earth?"

Ji Jingqiu responded seriously: "Are you referring to the Dao Ancestor, the original Transcender, the first to step into Transcendence at the end of each path?"

Qi Tian corrected: "To be precise, the Dao Ancestor who pioneered the realm of Transcendence. Of course, some believe it to be 'verified' rather than 'pioneered'."

Ji Jingqiu curiously asked: "Has anyone really seen these beings?"

Qi Tian shook his head: "Even the oldest existing Saint in our Yin Spirit Realm has never seen those Dao Ancestors."

"Then how can one verify their existence?"

"The Sea of Realms ebbs and flows, and some True Saints have captured traces they've left," Qi Tian added, "Moreover, theoretically, the first to step into Transcendence on any given path is the original Transcender, so their existence is seldom doubted."

Ji Jingqiu understood.

"What other similar rumors exist about the Spirit Ocean?"

"There are many," Qi Tian shook his head, suddenly saying, "but the one I mentioned earlier is actually the most widely accepted in the Sea of Realms."

Ji Jingqiu said, "I've also heard similar rumors, claiming the Spirit Ocean is a conglomerate of all beings' spirits."

"There's no conflict in that," Qi Tian smiled, "Initially a supreme treasure, and then gathered the hearts of all beings. Based solely on this logic, it doesn't conflict, and it can even deduce the ultimate pursuit of that Transcender!"

"For example?" Ji Jingqiu asked seriously.

Seeing Ji Jingqiu finally took it seriously, Qi Tian was gratified:

"I don't know."

"?"

"I really don't know, my realm is too low, not at that level yet," Qi Tian coughed and said, "Maybe my master and other senior experts have some guesses, but they haven't told me. If Ji is interested, I can introduce you."