Slaying Demons: Starting with Upgrading my Calligraphy-Chapter 686 - 571: Soul Refining (Part 2)

Using this natural soul oppression, I might be able to further enhance my divine soul realm."

The Hell Dao Divine Artifact exerts soul oppression, capable of leaving no corner untouched.

Yet, this Hell Dao Divine Artifact has not fully awakened, and this suppression is also instinctual.

Using this environment to temper one's soul is like walking a tightrope at ten thousand meters high.

If successful, the divine soul realm greatly increases, perhaps breaking through to the next level.

If not, the soul suffers heavy trauma, possibly suppressed by [Fengdu], with the soul being drawn away remotely.

However, Qi Xiu never liked to gamble, nor would he attempt something uncertain.

The Buddha bead in his palm, named [Seven Treasures Buddha Sandalwood], is merely one one-hundred-eighth of its original form.

But this Buddha bead, after undergoing tens of thousands of years of ritual refinement by an old monk, contains an unbelievably profound divine marvel.

Should he find himself unable to withstand the Hell Dao Divine Artifact's suppression, Qi Xiu would resort to this Buddha bead to resist soul oppression and prevent his soul from being drawn away by [Fengdu].

Holding onto his trump card, Qi Xiu steps forward, entering within a thousand miles of [Fengdu].

Boom——

The moment he steps into this range, an overwhelming oppression descends with hundredfold intensity, and even though Qi Xiu was mentally prepared, he was slightly moved.

Had he not previously applied ten thousand [Suppressing Talismans] around his soul, this alone would have gravely injured his soul, potentially leading to its collapse, beyond repair.

With a slight movement of thought, Qi Xiu attempts to manifest several external incarnations to reinforce the [Suppressing Talismans], easing the soul pressure.

However, the external incarnations, centered on a divine soul thought, are instantly crushed by the Hell Dao Divine Artifact's pressure, dissipating into wisps of smoke.

"No shortcuts, it seems I have to endure it head-on."

Pressing his lips lightly, Qi Xiu steps forward once again.

Every step he takes subjects his soul to an invisible, heavy blow, severe enough to shatter most of his soul body.

However, with the support of the Primordial Heart Pill, the Primordial Qi directly heals the soul.

As long as Primordial Qi remains, the Heart Pill Dharma Robe shall not perish.

If the Heart Pill Dharma Robe does not perish, then the divine soul golden body will not die.

The distance of a thousand miles, usually a thought away for Qi Xiu, today stretches long and slow. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

Each step seeming to consume all his strength.

As the soul undergoes repeated cycles of destruction and restoration, extraordinary glimmers begin to emerge, like raw iron undergoing endless forging, emitting a captivating cold light.

"Whew, I'm glad I didn't follow the [Yama's Golden Chapter] method to condense the Great Freedom Heart Pill.

If it weren't for the Primordial Heart Pill's direct draw of Primordial Qi to repair the soul.

Today, I would have no chance to approach this divine artifact and reapply a seal."

Now less than three hundred miles from [Fengdu], fine beads of sweat begin to form on Qi Xiu's forehead.

After achieving the Hunyuan Myriad Laws Immortal Body, the Primordial Qi within him seemed inexhaustible.

But the Primordial Heart Pill's draw of Primordial Qi to repair the soul also drains his mental energy.

Over time, fatigue naturally sets in.

Unless he reenters the [Body Fusion with Dao] state, enabling him to discard all negative emotions and states, mastering the Primordial Heart Pill flawlessly to repair the soul.

"Now is not the time yet."

Feeling his current state, Qi Xiu calms himself down and continues forward.

With just over three hundred miles to [Fengdu], he can still hold on.

To wield the Thunder Seal and mend the seal, he must get within a hundred miles of [Fengdu].

There, lies the most difficult part.

Step by step, Qi Xiu's strides shorten, his pace growing slower.

Now nearing a hundred miles to [Fengdu].

The terrifying soul pressure, akin to an abyss or sea, strikes with each assault, ripping his soul into shreds, torn asunder.

Fortunately, the Primordial Heart Pill's resilience ensures his soul, no matter how damaged, can always recover.

But the extreme pain of having his soul forcibly torn and shattered still made Qi Xiu's complexion gradually pale.

"I've endured much suffering, yet my heart also holds more insights..." With a slightly weary gaze, a hint of divinity flashed in his eyes as Qi Xiu softly murmured.

Each time his soul was damaged and then regenerated, it pushed the proficiency of [Primordial Gold Chapter] to grow. Along this journey, the proficiency of [Primordial Gold Chapter] has already grown to its limit, and it's about to break through to the next realm.

"Finally reached it."

Standing before a rock, Qi Xiu's gaze was heavy and somber.

Here, just a hundred miles from [Fengdu], another step forward and he would enter within the hundred-mile range of this Hell Path Divine Artifact.

Then, he could activate the Thunder Seal, repair the seal, and let this Hell Path Divine Artifact fall back into slumber.

But at the same time, he would also suffer an even higher level of soul crushing.

"I have to admit, there's indeed an element of gamble this time..." He shook his head with a light chuckle, and behind Qi Xiu, the chaotic void surged, silently manifesting the Hunyuan Daoist. With a wave of his large hand, the Jade Ruyi transformed into a stream of light, merging into his body.

In the next second!

Body Fusion with Dao!

Once again entering this merciless, lawless supreme state, the fatigue on Qi Xiu's face was completely swept away, his expression calm and indifferent, with no trace of emotion change. Surrounded by rising clouds of colorful mist in the Body Fusion with Dao state, the control was exceedingly perfect, allowing his already overwhelmed soul to instantly feel much relieved.

"Seven Treasures Mystical Method, the bonds of dust uncontaminated."

The golden Buddha Beads imprinted with the [Swastika] mark in his hand were raised, heard the melodious echoes of the Brahma Sound Conch and the Immeasurable Buddha Light blossomed forth.

In the next moment.

A sky-reaching tree bathed in Buddha Light grew straight from the Buddha Beads into the Nine Heavens, instantly flourishing, almost obscuring this realm.

The golden leaf fragments swayed like curtains, shedding boundless compassionate and pristine Buddha Sect aura, and upon this towering tree, one could see the Seven Treasures like gold, silver, and glass.

Its canopy, resembling a divine cover, let down endless brilliance, securely sheltering Qi Xiu beneath.

"I see, so it's a magical treasure forged with the essence of a Divine Artifact, no wonder after tens of thousands of years, a small part remains."

Noticing the true essence of Buddhist teachings contained within the golden Buddha Beads, Qi Xiu in Body Fusion with Dao state immediately recognized this Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree as an Innate Dao Divine Artifact.

Moreover, it's an Innate Dao Divine Artifact!

With this magical treasure embodying the shape of an Innate Dao Divine Artifact protecting him, Qi Xiu hesitated no longer, directly stepped into the hundred miles of [Fengdu].

Shua—

Suddenly, the front became pitch black, all light seemed absorbed by the ancient, eerie [Fengdu] ancient city.

And just as Qi Xiu sought the direction of [Fengdu] relying on the radiant Buddha Light of [Seven Treasures Buddha Sandalwood].

An overwhelming terrifying soul pressure descended like mighty ocean waves.

Instantly, ink-black large hands heavily pressed against the Buddha Light cast by [Seven Treasures Buddha Sandalwood], cold expressionless faces appeared behind, just a mere glance made Qi Xiu's soul feel a spasming pain.

Evident, if directly assaulted by these uncanny shadows, the soul would endure unimaginable damage.

Cannot delay.

Within a breath, Qi Xiu already noticed a tiny crack on the top of [Seven Treasures Buddha Sandalwood].

Clearly, this Buddhist Treasure could not long withstand the pressure of [Fengdu].

Without further hesitation, Qi Xiu immediately raised the Thunder Seal, one hundred and eighty-eight Thunder Law Dao Seals were infused therein, saw this seal sculpted like violet-golden glass suddenly transform into a streak of thunder light, flying straight to the damaged Talisman Script above [Fengdu].

Success!

Successfully raising the Thunder Seal to mend the seal, Qi Xiu felt slightly relieved, no matter what, once the seal was repaired and the Hell Path Divine Artifact returned to silence, his task was considered accomplished.

But next second!

The light of Thunder Seal successfully melded into the Talisman Script, abruptly unleashing supreme divine might, immense pressure seemed to have stimulated this ancient [Fengdu] city.

Only to see the red and white cloth flags on the city gate rustling, like an ancient existence awakening, opening its eyes.

Meanwhile, above Qi Xiu's head suddenly came a loud explosion.

[Seven Treasures Buddha Sandalwood] had unknowingly cracked several dreadful splits, the protective Buddha Light flickering.

As if the next moment, it would completely vanish.

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