Cultivating with Top Enlightenment Chapter 934 - 400: Killing the Master

Within the formless expanse, the towering pagoda constructed from the Divine Text of a myriad of characters began to disintegrate, allowing the form of the Saint Ancestor to emerge once more.

His condition, as it turned out, was even more dire than that of the Mountain Ancestor.

An enormous gash was visible across the Saint Ancestor's upper body, a gaping wound so profound it exposed bone, yet remarkably, no blood seeped from it.

Golden radiance emanated from the Saint Ancestor's flesh, initiating a regenerative process observable to the eye. However, for an entity of his stature, this rate of healing was considered exceptionally sluggish.

Ning Qi observed the scene with intense scrutiny.

The monumental confrontation between the two Ancestors had reached such a critical juncture, it was evident that the Mountain Ancestor held a minor advantage.

His gaze shifted, settling upon the Mountain Ancestor.

The Mountain Ancestor stood suspended in the void, his eyes burning a fierce crimson, his thick brows knitted in intensity. His entire being radiated a palpable killing intent and a murderous aura that one could almost physically feel.

It remained uncertain whether this ferocious state was a consequence of the formidable pressure exerted by the Saint Ancestor's Divine Text Pagoda or the result of the potent Divine Techniques recently unleashed.

Ning Qi had not borne witness to the events that transpired within the confines of the Divine Text Pagoda.

Amidst the divine chorus of chanted Zen and Taoist hymns, the only discernible utterance he had caught was the phrase "Exterminate Immortal," laced with an ultimate intent to kill. Following this, the Mountain Ancestor had erupted from the pagoda that had sought to suppress him.

"Who dares speak of exterminating Immortals before one has achieved such a state?"

The Saint Ancestor let out a soft sigh, his gaze sweeping over his injuries. All the golden light suffusing his form was directed towards the wound, pouring into it.

This golden luminescence, behaving like water, served as a vital energy, ceaselessly cleansing the gash and expelling the residual power left behind by the Mountain Ancestor.

Instantly, the observers noted an acceleration in his recovery rate, the wound seeming to seal shut in the span of a blink, leaving no trace of damage.

Ning Qi, however, discerned a subtler truth.

The Saint Ancestor had, once again, employed the profound power of the Time Rule, this time applying it to the acceleration of his own healing.

Rather than a conventional mending, it was more precise to assert that the very pace of recovery had been redefined through the application of the Time Rule, thereby achieving the effect of healing.

Ning Qi felt a profound sense of awe, for the principle of the Time Rule was a power even he deeply coveted.

Witnessing the Saint Ancestor's rapid restoration of his injuries, the crimson hue in the Mountain Ancestor's eyes intensified, and a distinct trace of apprehension flickered across his visage.

What the Mountain Ancestor had endured whilst imprisoned by the Saint Ancestor's Divine Text Pagoda remained unknown to all present. However, it was undeniable that his current demeanor was markedly altered from his previously commanding presence.

The Mountain Ancestor clearly grew impatient with the Saint Ancestor's pronouncements.

"Old man, the Immortal Path lies directly before you, can you not perceive it?"

At this precise juncture, the Saint Ancestor actually cast a glance in Ning Qi's direction before offering his reply:

"I once shared your perspective, but a certain junior inadvertently roused me from my Immortal delusion."

Evidently, judging by the direction of his gaze, everyone present comprehended who the Saint Ancestor was referring to as the junior.

A ripple of awareness stirred within Ning Qi's heart.

He understood that all three ancestors harbored aspirations to transcend their current limitations, a driving force behind the initiation of this spiritual conflict.

Yet, the Saint Ancestor's assertion of being influenced by him, of awakening from his 'Immortal dream,' clearly carried a significant underlying implication.

Ning Qi felt an urge to silence the Saint Ancestor, to halt his words.

You ought to cease speaking!

This elder spent his days sparring with the Mountain Ancestor, achieving little beyond an exceptional talent for deflecting responsibility.

He wished to avoid drawing the attention of the three ancestors at this moment; the Saint Ancestor was unmistakably hinting that Ning Qi might hold some sway over their destinies.

Fortunately, the Saint Ancestor merely alluded to it briefly, his gaze sweeping past the Sea Ancestor, focusing directly on the Mountain Ancestor, and he continued his discourse:

"My Divine Text Pagoda, by chance, possesses a certain capacity to glean insights into the past and the future..."

Had anyone dared utter such a statement in the presence of the Mountain Ancestor or the Sea Ancestor previously, they would have undoubtedly been annihilated on the spot.

However, spoken by the Saint Ancestor, who could manipulate the subtle currents of Time Rules, even as an adversary, his words sparked immense curiosity.

"Then why not recount what you perceived?" the Mountain Ancestor inquired.

The Saint Ancestor offered a subtle smile.

"The Divine Text Pagoda is capable of perceiving across three lifetimes – the past, the present, and the future. All that you have just experienced within its confines, I am equally privy to, and through this, I have discerned your ambitions and the burdens you carry..."

Upon hearing this revelation, a collective moment of stunned silence befell the onlookers.

Such a Divine Technique was utterly unprecedented, something never before witnessed!

Even Ning Qi found himself overcome with profound curiosity: could the Saint Ancestor genuinely foretell an individual's past, present, and future through the application of Divine Techniques?

For those who cultivate, after vanquishing and subjugating an adversary, they possessed the ability of Soul Search, allowing them to peer into a person’s past experiences. However, this method offered no insight into the present or future.

Once an opponent met their demise, how could they possibly have a present or future to observe?

Yet, the Saint Ancestor’s Divine Text Pagoda had only ensnared the Mountain Ancestor for an instant. Could it truly discern a person's past, present, and future within such a fleeting moment?

If it were a cultivator of a lower realm trapped, perhaps it would be feasible. But facing someone as formidable as the Mountain Ancestor, the paramount expert of the Mountain and Sea Realm, everyone harbored a degree of skepticism.

It was doubt rather than outright disbelief, stemming from the Saint Ancestor's demonstrated capability to wield minor Time Rules.

The Mountain Ancestor let out a snort, his expression brimming with disdain.

Nevertheless, a glimmer of curiosity, tinged with an indistinct hue, flickered within the Sea Ancestor's eyes.

The Mountain Ancestor remained silent, but the Sea Ancestor inquired, "Is what you assert truthful?"

The Saint Ancestor responded, "I shall utter a name, and you will comprehend its veracity."

The Sea Ancestor suddenly fell into silence.

Meanwhile, the Mountain Ancestor observed the pair, a slight frown creasing his brow.

The Saint Ancestor continued, "Do you still recall Elder Qiming?"

At these words, both the Mountain Ancestor and the Sea Ancestor turned ashen simultaneously.

Clearly, the Elder Qiming mentioned by the Saint Ancestor was not an unknown figure to them; in fact, he was quite renowned.

The Sea Ancestor clenched her pearly white teeth, emitting a faint cracking sound, and swiftly moved to the Saint Ancestor's side.

In that very instant, a shadow of ferocity once again flashed across her exceptionally beautiful countenance.

"How did you learn of Elder Qiming? Did you truly witness Esteemed Teacher Qiming within Haoshan's memories?"