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Chapter 5: Divine Ruins - The Vision
Everyone felt an ancient and unusual aura surging within the ancient battlefield.
Master Da held a brush in his right hand, while his left hand rested behind him, seemingly oblivious to his surroundings as he began to write.
"Yun Ge Xi Sheng."
As Master Da wrote and recited, the four characters transformed into swirling Great Dao Rules, each stroke shimmering like delicate snowflakes, drifting down upon the ancient battlefield.
This ancient and unusual aura was the Ink Fragrance.
"He is casting Divine Ruins; we must act quickly and kill him," the Saint of the Ghost Sect said gravely.
The Azure Vine Holy Clan was the first to attack the strokes of rules, unleashing countless vines that enveloped the entire ancient battlefield. It was impossible to discern how many branches there were.
Countless branches shot forth like divine arrows, piercing towards those strokes. The snowflake-like strokes appeared unable to withstand the assault.
Master Da continued to write: "Jiang Feng Jiu."
The strokes of these four characters once again disassembled, transforming into individual Great Dao Rules that resisted the combined attack of four Sages.
Lin Feng observed Master Da's every move, feeling a deep resonance. This was the most ancient path of evolution, the path of origin. His eyes followed Master Da's movements, silently evolving alongside him.
The Ink Fragrance spread throughout the land of Jiuzhou. Like a spring breeze brushing over withered trees, new buds began to bloom. Withered flowers revived, and blossoms competed for beauty. The realm of Jiuzhou was filled with vibrant life.
"This is a gift from the Divine Ruins, thank you Divine Ruins."
"The Divine Ruins protect our human race, we beat the drums in support of the Divine Ruins."
"Good."
The people of the entire land of Jiuzhou took out gongs and drums. Those without drums struck copper basins to create sound. The Sage Battle was a battle of high caliber, resonating throughout Jiuzhou.
The entire human realm knew that the Divine Ruins were coming to confront them. They wanted to stand with the Divine Ruins.
As a result, the scent of Ink Fragrance grew stronger, its power intensified. Ink Fragrance represented incense, which was also the Power of Faith. The phenomena of the Divine Ruins were manifestations in the mortal world.
Wherever there were people, the phenomena of the Divine Ruins enveloped them.
The Saint of the Ghost Sect noticed that Master Da's aura was becoming increasingly terrifying, secretly alarmed. He truly felt the meaning behind a saying: The Market is like green.
The Market represented what these ordinary people perceived as emptiness. Among these common folk, some believed in the Imperial Path, some in The Many Paths of the Dao, and others in Buddhism and Taoism.
However, when they learned that other races were invading with the intent to annihilate their human race and destroy the Divine Ruins, all they could think about was the Divine Ruins.
In Jiuzhou, there were countless human inhabitants, far surpassing those of the Demon Clan, the magic race, beast race, and monster race. Many of these people's cultivation was quite ordinary; in fact, most were just commoners. Yet because their beliefs coalesced together in their hearts, they formed an unparalleled divine might—the power of humanity.
"The Ritual of the Divine Ruins."
As Master Da wrote down the third phrase, the people of Jiuzhou recited it in unison. Their voices echoed through the heavens. These words had been passed down for thousands of years throughout Jiuzhou.
Years ago, the Tao Tie slaughtered the human race. Countless lives were lost, and the land was left in devastation. No one could stand against them. It was then that Shishu took action, wielding his sword like a pen, inscribing eight verses. These eight lines later formed a seal that trapped the Tao Tie.
That battle echoed throughout the Nine Provinces. Eventually, those eight lines spread far and wide, becoming known to all.
The power of the strokes grew stronger, and the fragrance of ink filled the air. Each stroke was like a divine blade, enveloping Master Da completely.
Ah, ah, ah...
Countless vines of the Azure Vine Holy Clan were severed by these strokes of rules, branches cut away one after another. They emitted piercing cries of anguish.
Master Da continued to write: Fortune Bestowed Like Life.
Even Lin Feng began to silently recite it. He remembered those eight lines vividly. On that day at Blazing Fire Mountain, the incantation passed down by his Second Senior Brother was precisely these eight lines. It was unimaginable that the phenomenon in Divine Ruins still stemmed from them. However, the way these verses were broken down differed, and their sources of power varied, resulting in an even more formidable divine might.
"You dare to injure me, old fool? You have made me angry."
As the supreme figure of the demon race, the Azure Vine Saint Ancestor could almost command the entire demon clan; his status was second only to that of an emperor. In the era of the Void Emperor, he was indeed supreme.
To dare harm a supreme being's pride could only lead to death.
The Azure Vine Saint Ancestor formed a seal with his hands and slowly advanced toward Master Da. He walked deliberately, his expression proud yet filled with fervor, as if he had spotted prey that stirred his heart.
Swish, swish, swish...
A massive rustling sound echoed as countless branches coalesced into an ancient Holy Spear. The humanoid visage of the Azure Vine Saint Ancestor emerged—a gaunt old man with a weathered face.
“Rare Talent of a Millennium, offer your flesh and blood.”
Clang...
The Holy Spear struck, like a bolt of wooden lightning piercing through the void, aimed directly at Master Da's chest. The speed of the Holy Spear was astonishing, so fast that its trajectory was nearly invisible.
The sound of clashing metal echoed incessantly. The Great Dao Rules intertwined and collided, shimmering with Great Dao and Divine Radiance. Yet the wooden Holy Spear was blocked by the strokes of snowflakes.
“What a powerful phenomenon. It’s rare to see someone cultivating the rules of phenomena upon reaching the Sage Realm.”
Azure Vine Saint Ancestor was somewhat astonished. Gripping the Ancient Wood Holy Spear with both hands, his body transformed into the color of ancient wood, merging with the Holy Spear. He broke through the strokes of rules ahead and aimed directly at Master Da's forehead, intending to kill him in one blow.
Seeing Azure Vine Saint Ancestor’s speed surpassing the void, Lin Feng felt a sudden tightening in his heart, worrying for his senior brother.
The Ancient Wood Holy Spear, carrying an endless aura of decay, annihilated all vitality. The Holy Spear was unstoppable, decaying everything in its path. This time, it successfully penetrated the strokes of rules.
A drop of Essence Blood fell from Master Da's brow. The Essence Blood of a Sage shone like Divine Fire, dazzling and alarming.
“This…”
“Is Master Da going to be killed?”
The spectators gasped in shock. Lin Feng stood up nervously, a chilling sensation enveloping him. Even Dugu Po furrowed his brows tightly.
However, Master Da was not only facing off against Azure Vine Saint Ancestor. The other three opponents were also launching fierce attacks from three different directions. Yet it was Azure Vine Saint Ancestor who had unleashed his strongest move first.
“Spirit Script Recommendation.”
Master Da continued to express himself. These strokes, some flying left and right and backward to fend off Demon Sect, Saint of the Ghost Sect, and Lin Bai. The remaining strokes converged into two fingers.
The two fingers pinched the Ancient Wood Holy Spear.
Crack...
The Ancient Wood Holy Spear snapped in response. The two fingers still held onto the spearhead, which was only an inch away from Master Da's forehead, unable to advance any further.
That drop of Essence Blood was shed by Master Da himself, used to unleash the strongest divine might of the Divine Ruins phenomenon. The strokes transformed the spearhead into a Sword Point, piercing toward the Azure Vine Saint Ancestor before him.
"How is this possible? You are... so strong?"
The Azure Vine Saint Ancestor was horrified, countless vines erupting from his body to resist the might of the Sword Point. He retreated at a terrifying speed, avoiding this deadly strike.
Unbeknownst to him, Master Da had already battled against four Sages for thousands of rounds, capable of standing alone against all sides, earning admiration.
"No matter how strong you are, you can only die because you are just one person."
As the Azure Vine Saint Ancestor finished speaking, a holy sword burst forth, radiating intense Divine Radiance. Its brilliance surpassed that of the sun and moon, aimed at Master Da's back. It was Lin Bai launching a full-force sneak attack with his strongest strike.
Lin Bai merged with his holy sword, which was enveloped by a void, carrying the power of the entire Great Dao Rules. It charged through the strokes of law.
Master Da stood motionless but could see everything happening in all directions.
Seeing the sword behind him, Master Da's expression shifted slightly, followed by a sigh. He then continued to write.
"Emperor Piyou offers."
The character for 'Emperor' appeared, causing the earth to emit a terrifying rumble. It was as if the void twisted into countless layers, devouring one another. Upon closer inspection, this character resembled a Pagoda.
Master Da utilized the Divine Ability of the Desolate Tower Emperor Artifact to manifest this character.
The remaining three characters were broken down into strokes, defending against attacks from the front and sides.
The strokes of the character for 'Emperor' did not separate; instead, they became even more condensed. This character seemed to be forged, dazzling and blinding as it collided with the holy sword behind him.
Boom...
A terrifying explosion echoed. Lin Bai was sent flying, his holy sword shattering into several pieces.
"The Sword Saint has been defeated; Master Da has withstood the strongest Divine Ability from two Sages."
"Divine Ruins is invincible."
Some could hardly contain their excitement and cheered.
Lin Bai, a Sage-level puppet, felt no emotions or sensations. Injury meant nothing to him. After landing, Lin Bai's expression remained cold as he surged forward, clad in Holy Armor.
The Holy Armor radiated a chilling light that instilled fear in those who beheld it.
"The strongest swordsmanship of Lin Bai, combined with the peak Holy Might revived by the Holy Armor, I wonder how he will withstand it?" The Saint of the Ghost Sect said ominously.
Without the Holy Sword, Lin Bai's own body became the Holy Sword. He transformed into a streak of light, empowered by the Holy Armor, and once again broke through the rules of strokes, piercing directly at Master Da's chest.
"No..."
Someone gasped as the Three Saints on his front and sides also unleashed their full power. The four were intent on killing him together.
"Holy Heart Purification, Eternal Harmony." Master Da wrote down two lines in quick succession.
The entirety of Humanity across the land echoed these words.
The auspicious energy flourished, sealing off the hills.
Ritual of the Divine Ruins, Fortune Bestowed Like Life.
Spirit Script Recommendation, Emperor Piyou offered.
Holy Heart Purification, Eternal Harmony.
Across the land, drums and gongs resounded as millions recited in unison with Master Da in battle. Each person strained their voices, pouring all their strength into their cries.
The Divine Ruins manifested an unprecedented power, reaching the pinnacle of the Sage Realm.
Bang...
The Sword of Lin Bai slowly faded away, along with the Holy Armor on his body, disappearing inch by inch until it was completely gone from the ground.
"How is this possible?" The Demon Sect Saint was shocked.
Lin Feng watched as Lin Bai truly passed away this time, finding release. Lin Feng quietly reflected, "Master, may you rest in peace. I will walk the remaining path."
At his command, the Blood Devouring Cauldron surged into the ancient battlefield, obtaining a small amount of ashes.
Regardless of whether these ashes truly belonged to Lin Bai, Lin Feng carefully wrapped them in white cloth and placed them gently aside. (To be continued...)
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