Journey to the West: Signing in for 500 Years-Chapter 576 - 570: Nine-winged Mosquito Man Visits Again [Seeking Subscriptions and Monthly Tickets]_1

Sha Chen delved deeper into refining the River Diagram and Luo Chart, ascending to a new level of comprehension in formations. At this time, he began to strengthen the formations of his cave dwelling and added some formations of his own creation. These were not solely defensive or offensive formations but also included those that could enhance Divine Power, condense the medicinal power of Elixir Immortal Herbs, or construct specialized spaces for exclusive domains. Because Sha Chen had numerous followers with varying attributes and strengths, he constructed many spaces within his dwelling and arranged specific formations for each. For example, he created a Hell of Fire, a Water Realm, a Wind Domain, and areas such as the Thunder Field. These were all specialized elemental spaces where formations converged to strengthen and stabilize each realm.

These specialized elemental spaces were perhaps not of much use to Sha Chen now, but to his followers, they were superior cultivation grounds. Even Yang Jian, upon entering, would benefit greatly.

Although the Phoenix sisters usually resided and cultivated on the Phoenix Tree, they too had stepped into the Hell of Fire to temper their Yuanfeng True Fire. People like the Three Holy Mother had their own specialized spaces, or they would choose spaces suitable for their own conditioning. Even if there was no space suited to them, Sha Chen would still insist they enter to refine themselves and improve their resistance.

He did not have time to accompany his followers for their training, which made these spaces critical. Typically, such spaces he created would be highly coveted training sanctuaries in the outside world; in his place, there were plenty. Each contained sufficient Spiritual Power, not for many to cultivate together, but certainly more than enough for a few to practice in their own spaces. Sha Chen not only strengthened the formations within these domains but also increased their level of difficulty. After setting these up, he found that his understanding of formations had once again improved slightly. During this time, he was constantly constructing spaces, enhancing the spatial world within his body, and his grasp of space also inched upward. However, achieving Space Force Perfection was not so simple.

If he truly accomplished that, he would be close to creating worlds of his own. Although he had constructed a spatial world, its resources could not recycle, nor could it generate Divine Power, and the elements of the five phases were incomplete. Such a spatial world could only be described as harsh. It was fine for avatars to train in, but it was impossible for life to be born within it. Sha Chen planned to use Innate Earth and Post-Heaven Earth, along with some Elixir Immortal Herbs, transplanting them inside in an attempt to alter the flow of Divine Power. But it was not so easy, and he had a long way to go.

Sha Chen murmured to himself, "I must learn more about the methods of world construction. If I keep toiling away in isolation, I might never succeed, not in a thousand, nor ten thousand years. There are so few in this world who possess the power of space, and most of them are my enemies. Tongtian Hierarch may not possess the power of space, but he has constructed new worlds of earth, water, fire, and wind, so he must have some understanding of world construction. Unfortunately, he hasn’t been here in a century."

Sha Chen used to disdain the Tongtian Hierarch, but now, eager to master the power of space and construct new worlds, he found himself missing the hierarch. As Sha Chen’s thoughts wandered, someone had arrived outside and was calling at the gate.

It was none other than the Nine-winged Mosquito Man. He had wanted to come earlier, but Saint Zhunti’s attack on Flowing Sand River had kept him at bay. Now that the Saint had left and he had hidden long enough, he came.

"Brother Sha Chen, I’ve arrived. Please heal my wounds," he said. "Little brother, you cannot abandon me in my time of need. We agreed that you would completely cure my injuries."

The Nine-winged Mosquito Man shouted loudly outside, but Sha Chen remained unmoved. It wasn’t that he was aware of the Mosquito Man’s cowardice, but rather that he wanted to test him and leave him hanging a bit longer. After the Nine-winged Mosquito Man shouted for a while with no response, he dared not curse or speak harshly; he could only plead for mercy.

"I’m sorry, Brother Sha Chen. I didn’t dare show myself then; I had no choice, as I was severely injured, and Saint Zhunti, who attacked you, is a Saint. How could I have dared? However, my determination to stand opposed to Buddhism will never change. Brother, I beg you, help me. My injuries are severe and will only worsen without treatment."

The Nine-winged Mosquito Man’s inadvertent confession momentarily stunned Sha Chen. Finally, Sha Chen spoke, manifesting a projection outside the dwelling. He looked at the Nine-winged Mosquito Man in Flowing Sand River with a cold and arrogant gaze.

When the Mosquito Man saw Sha Chen’s projection again, he was inexplicably shocked. Sha Chen’s presence was overwhelming, making him feel that even at his peak, he might not be sure of victory. Thus, his heart trembled with fear.

How could he seem so much stronger? he thought. Could it be that he has reached Peak Quasi-Saint strength? Impossible! The Three Realms haven’t seen the rise of a Peak Quasi-Saint in many years, and it hasn’t been long since he stepped into the Quasi-Saint Realm. It hasn’t been long since he reached High-Level Quasi-Saint status; how could he be at the Peak Quasi-Saint level now? He refused to believe it. Even he, back in the Primordial Era, had fought tooth and nail, struggled for countless years, and suffered innumerable setbacks before finally becoming a Peak Quasi-Saint. So many years had passed, and although he was a Peak Quasi-Saint, he ranked near the bottom among the great masters of that level. Even so, he had achieved it through perseverance and effort unimaginable to ordinary people, coupled with countless fortuitous encounters, and his comprehension and talent were rarely seen in ages. How could Sha Chen possibly become a Peak Quasi-Saint in such a short time!? He felt it was impossible; he must be mistaken. After all, he was injured, and his vision wasn’t clear.

Sha Chen’s expression was odd as he said, "Why do you look at me so? Could it be you wish to harm me?"

The Nine-winged Mosquito Man hurriedly denied it while tentatively saying, "Little brother, your cultivation must have advanced even further. I fear there is no one under heaven but a Saint who could defeat you. Even if I were to recover my peak strength, I’d likely only be on par with you."

Sha Chen immediately saw through the Mosquito Man’s probing and chuckled. "If you fought me at your peak state, perhaps I might still emerge victorious."

He spared no courtesy.

The Nine-winged Mosquito Man was taken aback, his face etched with shock. He stumbled backward. "You, you, you... it’s impossible! How could you... Could you truly have entered the Peak Quasi-Saint Realm?"

He refused to believe that Sha Chen could be stronger, thinking Peak Quasi-Saint must surely be Sha Chen’s utmost limit.

But Sha Chen replied, "I broke through several years ago. Moreover, my physical body is now on par with Di Jiang."

He did not conceal the truth, for he needed to intimidate the Mosquito Man into being more compliant.