"My Lord, greetings."
The moment the three avatars opened their eyes, they spoke in unison.
Even their voices were identical to Xu Chuan's, indistinguishable. It was like looking in a mirror, with no difference at all.
"We are one, so there's no need for further words!"
Xu Chuan said with a smile, shaking his head.
This feeling was truly peculiar. Despite being the same person, he possessed three distinct sensations and viewpoints.
"Since the three of you have manifested, please enter my inner world to cultivate the martial path and strengthen yourselves."
Xu Chuan spoke, making arrangements for the three avatars. Having them cultivate in his inner world was a plan he had long considered. The bodies of these three avatars were condensed from the martial rules of his inner world. Allowing them to cultivate there would greatly benefit both the inner world and Xu Chuan himself. As they grew stronger, Xu Chuan's inner world would correspondingly become more powerful. It was a win-win situation! Furthermore, the three avatars could serve as Xu Chuan's trump cards. If he ever faced an enemy he couldn't defeat, he could instantly merge with the three avatars, becoming several times stronger in an instant. He could turn the tide before his opponent could even react!
"It is as it should be!"
The three avatars nodded in unison, completely compliant with Xu Chuan's arrangements. Being one entity, they naturally understood Xu Chuan's thoughts, just as Xu Chuan understood theirs with absolute clarity. There were no secrets between the main body and its avatars. Without further ado, the three avatars transformed into streaks of light and entered Xu Chuan's inner world.
Immediately, feedback from the inner world arrived. Xu Chuan could feel that by splitting off these three avatars, the martial rules of his inner world had been further strengthened. Moreover, as the three avatars continued to cultivate, they would become even stronger!
Concurrently, Xu Chuan's strength had once again increased. Even without breaking through to the Emperor Venerable realm, his true strength was likely comparable to a second-tier Emperor Venerable. This was a terrifying prospect. Even in the inheritances of Nan Cang Yu and True Martial Emperor, no one had been seen possessing such terrifying strength that was completely mismatched with their cultivation realm. It was only occasionally heard that such beings had existed in human history, and without exception, they had all eventually become top powerhouses in the chaos. Xu Chuan himself looked forward with anticipation to how powerful he would become upon breaking through to the Emperor Venerable realm!
"Everything is ready, we just need the final push!"
Xu Chuan murmured to himself. He already had a feeling that he had reached his limit. One half of him had already crossed the threshold of the Emperor Venerable realm. He only needed a wisp of primal chaos essence to completely break through.
"Hoo!"
Having reached this point, even Xu Chuan felt a touch of nervousness. The Emperor Venerable realm! For countless years, it had been the ultimate realm pursued by innumerable martial artists in Xuantian. He, Xu Chuan, was about to take that step today! He had surpassed countless others and was on the verge of becoming the foremost individual in Xuantian!
Suppressing the surge of excitement within him, Xu Chuan began to circulate his cultivation technique. Breaking through was no small matter, and he had to ensure he was in peak condition and had absolute confidence before commencing the breakthrough.
"No rushing."
Xu Chuan admonished himself inwardly. Rushing would likely lead to failure. It was unknown when he would reach such a level again. Time waited for no one, and with the demon invasion imminent, he only had one chance. Xu Chuan closed his eyes and began to circulate his cultivation technique, restoring himself.
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Outside.
On the main peak of the Taiyi Holy Land, Xue San Jian and Zhu Ru Feng stood with their hands behind their backs, gazing into the distance.
"Three months have already passed..."
Xue San Jian frowned, his face etched with solemnity. It was said that in cultivation, time flew by unnoticed. Three months had passed since Xu Chuan and Xuan Sa began their secluded cultivation. In these three months, the entire Xuantian had been in turmoil. First, the Taiyi Holy Land, enveloped by the Two Realms Pass, entered a state of unified command. All resources were opened up to fully support the disciples and elders in their cultivation, striving to enhance their strength as much as possible. Then, the Myriad Worm Valley in the Central Domain reappeared in Xuantian, joining the demon race and, along with the remaining demon remnants in Xuantian, reopened several Two Realms Passages. A large number of demons flooded into Xuantian. The battle was imminent, with bloodshed and wailing everywhere. The Eastern Domain was no different. Due to the presence of the Two Realms Pass, the Taiyi Holy Land had not been invaded by demons. However, Xue San Jian and Zhu Ru Feng, in order to train their disciples, had dispatched many individuals to engage the demons in combat.
"Judging by the time, the demon race's Emperor Venerable realm powerhouses are likely to enter Xuantian soon."
Xue San Jian said with worry. In this period, the demons emerging from the passages had evolved from Body Tempering and Transcendence realms to now include Heavenly King realms. Moreover, these demons, upon appearing, acted like cats drawn by scent, commencing widespread slaughter of humans and devouring their flesh to strengthen themselves. Even with the Taiyi Holy Land dispatching reinforcements, it was like throwing a cup of water into a burning cart – of little consequence. Furthermore, once Emperor Venerable realm demons appeared, they could only watch helplessly from within the Two Realms Pass, unable to do anything.
"I wonder when the Holy Lord and Xu Chuan will emerge from seclusion."
Zhu Ru Feng said with a wry smile. Although they possessed the resources and techniques given by Xu Chuan, and he and Xue San Jian had also opened their own inner worlds, they had no confidence whatsoever against demon Emperor Venerables. Now, he could only hope that Xu Chuan and Xuan Sa would emerge from seclusion as soon as possible. Only then could the Taiyi Holy Land remain invincible.
"There's been no movement from Xu小子's side at all. However, the Holy Lord's aura is growing stronger. Perhaps he will break through soon!"
Xue San Jian said after a long period of contemplation, his voice tinged with uncertainty.
"Let's hope so..."
Zhu Ru Feng knew that urgency was useless now. They were all well aware of how difficult it was to become the foremost individual in Xuantian after countless years. Moreover, even if Xuan Sa broke through to the Emperor Venerable realm, he couldn't emerge from his small world immediately due to the formation still being in place. The moment Xuan Sa appeared, he would be teleported away. Fortunately, Xu Chuan had mentioned before that he had a solution. It was precisely for this reason that Xuan Sa had chosen to break through at this critical juncture. Currently, the two of them were in charge of the Taiyi Holy Land and could only do their best to maintain it until they emerged to make further decisions.
"Let's go. We should summon the elders from each peak and the disciples, and discuss together how to deal with the current situation."
Zhu Ru Feng forced a wry smile. No matter how anxious he was, he could only wait. The demons had come too quickly, in too great numbers, and with so many additional Two Realms Passages. As a result, their previous plans were completely inadequate for the current situation, and new strategies needed to be formulated.
"These damned demon remnants and traitors from the Myriad Worm Valley."
"May they never fall into my hands, or I will absolutely let them know what cruelty is!"
Upon thinking of those who colluded with the demons, Xue San Jian's anger could not be suppressed.