Chapter 332: Chapter 9: Lifebound Technique, [Sun Wheel: Time Ruins Reverse Flow]
’Supreme... That must be the highest rating for a Dao Foundation.’
The moment his gaze touched the word "Supreme" on the status panel, Zhong Ming came to a conclusion. His Dao Foundation, just like his Essence, Qi, Spirit, and Will during the Qi Cultivation Stage, had reached the absolute peak of its current realm, with no room left for improvement.
And to be worthy of the name "Supreme," what it brought Zhong Ming was naturally more than just the Roots of an Innate Spirit.
With his Body, Soul, Spirit, and Will completely fused with his Dao Foundation, he had transformed into a young True Dragon. Even though he wasn’t yet an adult, all the various abilities he had learned in the past were promoted and strengthened, their power greater than ever before.
In addition to that, there was the core gift for Foundation Establishment Cultivators—Lifebound Techniques!
Anyone who advanced to Foundation Establishment, as long as their Dao Foundation’s grade wasn’t too low, would awaken one or more Lifebound Techniques most compatible with them upon Breaking the Realm.
And as for Zhong Ming, he had awakened a total of four Magic Techniques this time.
The number wasn’t that high, but every Magic Technique Zhong Ming obtained was very strong. Among them was even a Super-Grade Technique that defied common sense.
’If I’m not mistaken, the reason this Dao Foundation was rated as ’Supreme’ by the status panel is, aside from the Roots of an Innate True Dragon, that final Magic Technique.’
Muttering this to himself, Zhong Ming looked at the four Magic Techniques he had acquired.
The first Magic Technique, derived from his physical body, was [Calamity Evolution]. The mechanism of this technique was straightforward yet domineering: as long as Zhong Ming was attacked, he could evolve a corresponding resistance. This was a match made in heaven with the Undying Body of Demon Star Tai Sui. With these two techniques on his side, his physical defense could be considered ’invincible’.
’The only thing is, if I want to push this ability to its absolute limit, I’m afraid I’ll have to take a lot more hits in the future—hacked by blades, struck by axes, blasted by lightning, and burned by fire. Only by experiencing these hardships can my body’s resistance evolve to its peak.’
Shaking his head, Zhong Ming looked at his second Lifebound Technique—[Mirage Dragon Illusion Qi].
This technique was born from the insights of "Great Dream of Thousand Years" and was closely linked to his Divine Soul and Magical Power.
The core effect of this Magic Technique was to allow Zhong Ming to use his own Magical Power and Divine Soul as a catalyst to create Mirage Dragon Illusion Qi, which possessed hallucinogenic properties.
This Illusion Qi could, at Zhong Ming’s will, manifest as mountains and rivers, flora and fauna, even a massive army or the cosmos. If he could cultivate it to a high level, Zhong Ming could conjure a lifelike city out of thin air with the Illusion Qi alone, rivaling a real mirage.
Gazing at the Magic Technique, Zhong Ming began to analyze it calmly. ’However, just using this ability to confuse enemies isn’t actually very effective. Cultivators with slightly higher cultivation levels all have the ability to break illusions and can become immune to the hallucinogenic effects of the Mirage Qi. This level of Illusion Qi can’t shake their Heart Spirit.’
Of course, Illusion Techniques were one of the three thousand Great Daos, and high-level illusionists had their own methods for dealing with the strong.
There were two such methods. The first was to delude the enemy’s Divine Soul, stirring their inner obsessions and emotions and dragging them into an endless, illusory dream.
The other method was Practice Makes Perfect, allowing illusory creations to possess combat strength.
’For me, who possesses [Vitality Spiritual Qi], the second path is easier. If I were to devote myself to studying it, I could make the soldiers and generals I manifest possess extremely strong combat power...’
Thinking this, Zhong Ming shook his head. He didn’t plan on taking this path—or rather, not *just* this path.
’Compared to Practice Makes Perfect and materializing soldiers, what I want to do more is—deceive the heavens!’
Zhong Ming had never forgotten the arrogant, wild idea that had sprouted in his mind when his Longxi Sword Dao reached the pinnacle of the Fifth Realm.
’When my Longxi Sword Dao reached the Fifth Realm, I obtained the characteristic [My Heart and My Will·Clear as a Mirror]. This allows me to reflect all of heaven and earth around me into my Heart Lake. With this, observing the surrounding world is like looking at the lines on my own palm!’
’But observation is ultimately just passive reception. Compared to observing, I would rather replace the heart of heaven with my own, merge my will with the surrounding world, and become the master of the nearby heaven and earth, achieving the Unity of Heaven and Man through an alternative method.’
’In the Great Dream of Thousand Years, I was the Master of Dreams... Even back then, I thought about reverse-projecting the realm within the dream to the outside world through [My Heart and My Will·Clear as a Mirror].’
’It’s just that back then, I only had a rough idea and no medium to make it a reality.’
At this thought, a brilliant light gleamed in Zhong Ming’s eyes. ’But now it’s different. Mirage Dragon Illusion Qi... this will be the medium through which I change the world.’
’The moment I can fuse Great Dream of Thousand Years, Mirage Dragon Illusion Qi, and [My Heart and My Will·Clear as a Mirror] into one is the moment I’ll be able to bring the realm of dreams into the outside world!’
Thinking of the power of the Unity of Heaven and Man, Zhong Ming’s draconic body couldn’t help but tremble slightly, his eyes filled with anticipation.
’People often say that no matter how powerful you are in a dream, it’s still fake... But now, I’m going to rewrite that saying. The power I have in dreams, I can project into reality!’
Of course, for now, Zhong Ming only had some concepts. Not to mention the long time it would take to polish and fuse the three Cultivation Techniques, even if the fusion were successful, the process of bringing the dream realm into reality would consume a massive amount of Magical Power and Power of the Divine Soul.
Essence, Qi, and Spirit were the foundation of a Cultivator. No matter how miraculous a Magic Technique was, it needed the support of all three to display its might.
’Fortunately, my Essence, Qi, Spirit, and Will aren’t weak. They can support my ambition.’
Since this idea had not yet succeeded, Zhong Ming only gave it a brief thought before setting the matter aside for the time being.
Then, Zhong Ming looked at his third Lifebound Technique—[Cyan Thunder Tribulation Seal].
The birth of this Magic Technique was undoubtedly closely related to the Thunder Tribulation he had just passed through.
As he thought this, Zhong Ming focused his mind on the space between his eyebrows. There, a profound and lofty lightning pattern, like a third vertical eye, was branded on his forehead, circulating with the majesty and tyranny of a Thunderbolt.
’After being baptized by a Thunder Tribulation and absorbing a lot of Power of Origin, my comprehension of Thunder Rhyme can be considered to have reached the Insight stage.’
’These countless insights, along with the Power of Origin Creation from within the Thunderbolt, have condensed into this Cyan Thunder Tribulation Seal. It is my culmination of Thunder Skills, and even more so, a natural Divine Talisman. By activating this seal, my control over Thunder Skills will increase immeasurably, and the power of the Thunder Skills I cast will also skyrocket.’
The Cyan Thunder Tribulation Seal was undoubtedly very strong, and as a natural Talisman, its potential for growth was immense.
However, such a powerful Talisman was still not Zhong Ming’s greatest gain from this advancement.
His greatest gain from this promotion was the final Magic Technique—[Sun Wheel: Time Ruins Reverse Flow].
From the name alone, one could tell that this was a Magic Technique closely related to the Great Sun.
During the Qi Cultivation Stage, among the many Dao Rhymes Zhong Ming comprehended, his understanding of the Great Sun Dao Rhyme was the most profound.
Even his Sword Heart was only condensed under the influence of the Great Sun’s principle: [Heaven and Earth, Only I am Supreme].
—It was because he comprehended the Great Sun hanging high in the sky—unique and possessing supreme dominion—that Zhong Ming’s Sword Heart leaned towards suppressing all else.
In its early stages, his Dao Seed was also primarily based on water, such as the Flowing Dragon and the Vortex Dragon, both of which were forms of water.
But as [Daoist Canon - Celestial Derivation] awakened the Divine Treasure [Candlelight Heart Eye], and as he began to cultivate >, these two Celestial Level Cultivation Techniques directly surpassed the water-based Longxi Qi Refining Method.
From that point on, his understanding of the Great Sun grew ever more profound, and his Dao Seed gradually transformed from a form of water toward a form of the Great Sun.
The transition from Qi Cultivation to Foundation Establishment was a leap in realms, and even more so, a culmination of all previous Cultivation. Given this, the Magic Technique awakened by Zhong Ming, who had an extremely deep understanding of the Great Sun Dao Rhyme, was naturally terrifying.
’Time Ruins Reverse Flow... this is a Magic Technique related to time. It allows me to condense a Sun Seal. By consuming one Sun Seal, I can activate Time Ruins Reverse Flow and return my own state to what it was one day prior.’
Just looking at the description, this ability didn’t seem too stunning.
But that was not the case. When fighting an enemy, if Zhong Ming fought to the point of exhaustion or was killed, Time Ruins Reverse Flow could allow him to be reborn on the spot, returning to his peak state from one day prior.
’This is a true resurrection-type Magic Technique!’
’And for every Sun Seal I possess, I have an extra life.’
’Moreover, this Sun Seal can also be used on other people or objects.’
After fully understanding the power of [Sun Wheel: Time Ruins Reverse Flow], Zhong Ming’s heart began to beat uncontrollably. THUMP-THUMP.
The heaven-defying nature of this Magic Technique was far beyond imagination.
’This is too terrifying. No wonder my Dao Foundation was given the title of Supreme for me to awaken such a Magic Technique.’
Because this Magic Technique was so powerful, even with Zhong Ming’s current Mental Realm, he couldn’t help but be stunned for a long while.
However, beyond his shock, he also noticed that this Magic Technique had many restrictions.
First, there was the rewind time of Time Ruins Reverse Flow. It could only return to one day prior and could not trace back to a more distant past.
Second, to condense a Sun Seal, Zhong Ming needed to expend a large amount of time and Solar Power.
’I can hold a maximum of three Sun Seals at one time—this must be related to the Triple Crown of the Great Sun that I comprehended.’
’After they are used, if I want to condense more, I’ll need to spend a whole year continuously absorbing Sun Origin Power.’
’Also, my Time Ruins Reverse Flow can only be used on Cultivators of the same realm as me. If the target’s realm is too high, or if they are affected by other profound powers, a single Sun Seal won’t be nearly enough.’
Even though it took a year to obtain one chance at resurrection, because this ability could be used on others, Zhong Ming’s heart still pounded with excitement.
The value of resurrection needs no further explanation.
’Now, not only do I have the right of Daydreaming, I also have a way to undo my regrets.’
...
The Roots of an Innate Spirit and the time-related [Sun Wheel: Time Ruins Reverse Flow]—the richness of Zhong Ming’s gains from this advancement far exceeded his own expectations.
Feeling the surging power in his body and the wondrous changes in his Divine Soul, even Zhong Ming himself couldn’t help but be filled with emotion.
’I did the right thing. Advancing to Foundation Establishment after Breaking the Norms in all of Essence, Qi, Spirit, and Will—this is the most perfect method of Foundation Establishment.’
Well... in the entire Cultivation Realm, probably only Zhong Ming was qualified to say such words.
Breaking the Norms was no simple feat. Mere Cultivation, even with the strongest Celestial Level Cultivation Technique, was still not enough for a Cultivator to break the norms in even a single aspect.
His body Broke the Norms because of the two Celestial Level Cultivation Techniques, [Star Heaven·Divine Monarch] and [Daoist Canon - Celestial Derivation]. And on top of that, he had the Origin Fruit and the Power of Origin from the Forbidden Demon Object, Demon Star Tai Sui.
As for Breaking the Norms with his Divine Soul and Will Rhyme, that was only possible because he had suppressed an entire prefecture single-handedly.
For an ordinary person to accomplish even one of these feats would be considered a great achievement.
To break the norms in all four aspects was a nearly impossible task.
’And even if some peerless prodigies managed to do it, it would take them seventy or eighty years... That’s far too long and not worth it at all. There can’t be many people in the world with a Supreme Dao Foundation.’
’Besides, even if others managed to forge a Supreme Dao Foundation, they might not necessarily comprehend the Rhyme of Time.’
’I’m special.’
This wasn’t Zhong Ming being arrogant; rather, over the past few days, he had come to a realization.
’My connection to the Power of Time originates from the Daoist Canon - Celestial Derivation. It allows me to awaken the Divine Treasure most suited to me!’
’The Candlelight Heart Eye slightly touches upon the Power of Time. Subsequently, it was with its help that I obtained the forbidden ability, Eternal Flame.’
’The Divine Treasure most suited to me is related to the Power of Time... If I’m not mistaken, this must be because my True Spirit transmigrated here and was stained with some Time Imprints in the turbulent currents of time. That’s why I have such an affinity with time...’
’If that’s the case, then there’s a certain chance I’ll be able to successfully cultivate the > hidden in the Golden Jade Tower.’
It took Zhong Ming some time to sort out his situation.
When the dust settled, he did not choose to revert to his human form. Instead, in his dragon form, he gazed in the direction of Chu Hanzhen and Xiyue.
HUMMM!
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