Cultivating with Top Enlightenment Chapter 992 - 427: Brute Force Falls Short of Comprehension

The Ancient Path Sacred Map True Copy hovered overhead Mountain Ancestor.

Shimmering threads of Immortal Dao Aura streamed down from it, seeping into Mountain Ancestor's form.

Enveloped in an ethereal mist, Mountain Ancestor appeared like a divine being.

With but a mental command, another shadow of an Ancient Saint materialized from the Ancient Path Sacred Map, instantly becoming one with Mountain Ancestor.

In the subsequent moment, Mountain Ancestor's aura underwent a profound alteration. As his eyes alternately opened and shut, his sharp gaze seemed to reflect an infinite expanse of stars.

"Hmm?"

Sensing the shift in the energy within his being, Mountain Ancestor addressed Ning Qi, stating:

"The Ancient Path Sacred Map from that old scholar is truly remarkable. It harbors multiple Ancient Saint shadows. Now, I shall grant you a firsthand experience of the might of the Starry Ancient Saint, who once presided as the Master of the Star Universe."

"Starry Ancient Saint?"

Ning Qi discerned the aura emanating from Mountain Ancestor.

At this instant, Mountain Ancestor appeared to transmute into another entity, acquiring an added degree of enigmatic transcendence.

Ning Qi cast his gaze once more upon the Ancient Path Sacred Map True Copy suspended above his head.

Perhaps as a consequence of Mountain Ancestor activating the map, the scroll-like artifact displayed an image of an Ancient Saint, far more distinct than the other faint apparitions.

Fine filaments of starlight flowed across the surface of the Ancient Saint's image, and the ephemeral beams of light conveyed an infinite profundity when observed.

Each strand of starlight, upon closer inspection, contained minute particles resembling miniature planets, interconnected to form the semblance of a celestial galaxy.

The sacred figure stood amidst countless rivers of stars, peering down through the boundless starry expanse.

Ning Qi distinctly perceived this to be a power that transcended the very Principles of Rules.

Merely gazing upon its likeness evoked a deep sense of innate reverence.

Yet, in comparing it to Mountain Ancestor's current aura, Ning Qi felt a measure of reassurance.

Evidently, Mountain Ancestor was only drawing upon a portion of its capabilities, not unleashing the full potency of the sacred image.

After all, Mountain Ancestor had only recently obtained the Ancient Path Sacred Map True Copy and had not had sufficient time to thoroughly study and comprehend it, his efforts having been disrupted by Ning Qi's pursuit.

Confronting Mountain Ancestor, who was now adorned with shimmering starlight.

Suddenly, with a frigid expression, he pointed a finger, guided by spiritual intuition, towards Ning Qi.

Instantly, a galaxy-like beam erupted from his fingertip, transforming into a blindingly bright star arrow, hurtling directly at Ning Qi.

Ning Qi's form flickered, instantaneously transporting himself to a different sector of the void.

The star arrow pierced through the afterimage Ning Qi had left at his original position, but its energy did not dissipate; instead, it executed a sharp pivot, rapidly redirecting its trajectory towards Ning Qi's new location.

In response, Ning Qi unleashed a beam of sword light from his fingertip.

This sword light was no ordinary projectile; concealed within it were countless miniature Sword Pills.

These Sword Pills, strung together like pearls on a celestial string, were launched towards the oncoming star arrow.

The two projectiles met with blinding speed, colliding almost instantaneously.

The void itself seemed to erupt like a supernova, with blossoms of ethereal energy blooming outwards.

"Boom, boom, boom!"

In the ensuing moments, the entirety of the void continuously fractured at the point of impact, precipitating endless spatial ripples that emanated outwards.

Ning Qi narrowed his eyes slightly, rapidly assessing Mountain Ancestor and observing a smirk of disdain curving the corner of his lips.

He then turned his attention back to the collapsing void, where the starlight swirled like a colossal tornado. At its epicenter, a contorted black hole spun, appearing poised to engulf everything in its vicinity.

"Star Tomb Burying Void!"

Mountain Ancestor bellowed.

Instantly, the black hole swallowed all of Ning Qi's sword lights and then continued its tornado-like vortex of starlight, surging towards Ning Qi!

As it advanced, the central black hole expanded in size, encircled by starlight that coalesced into vibrant star entities of myriad colors.

Each nascent star contained diverse Powers of Rules.

These Powers of Rules were not haphazardly arranged but were meticulously configured into specific combinations, fitting together harmoniously.

For instance, the merging of the rules governing water, ice, snow, and wind blades formed an Ice Star, radiating a chilling, spectral luminescence.

More ominously, numerous stars were also organized into distinct arrays of rules, subtly imbued with a trace of Immortal Dao Aura serving as their fundamental driving force.

Such layered interconnections, precisely arrayed, generated a power far exceeding the mere sum of its parts.

By this juncture, Mountain Ancestor recognized that his own strength was insufficient to overpower Ning Qi, compelling him to begin drawing upon the latent power of the sacred image contained within the Ancient Path Sacred Map.

At a single glance, one could perceive countless saintly visages within the Ancient Path Sacred Map. Even possessing the profound heritage derived from Buzhou Mountain, Mountain Ancestor knew with certainty that the Ancient Path Sacred Map was an exceptionally rare and potent treasure.

To each sacred image, a corresponding heritage was linked. He felt certain this artifact would prove capable of suppressing Ning Qi!

Ning Qi's expression grew grim, yet he remained unfazed.

Countless stars linked to the black hole, unleashing a torrent of stellar energy like a ferocious waterfall directed at him.

Ning Qi persisted in teleporting and evading within the void.

While skillfully dodging, a significant portion of his mental focus was dedicated to observing the Ancient Path Sacred Map situated atop Mountain Ancestor.

Above the Ancient Path Sacred Map, the holy image depicted was enveloped by luminous starlight.

Within Ning Qi's exceptionally clear gaze, he perceived three hundred and sixty star acupoints encircling the holy image. Each acupoint was uniquely adorned with different constellations, moving along precise paths in a fashion that was wondrously profound.

Ning Qi's spirit vibrated in unison, his mind, will, spiritual sense, and heart all becoming one with that holy effigy, plunging him directly into a state of Enlightenment even as the battle raged!

Mountain Ancestor intended to employ this map as a weapon against him, but Ning Qi harbored a plan to utilize this very map to overcome Mountain Ancestor.

The Ancient Path Sacred Map was akin to a peerless, razor-sharp Divine Sword, which Mountain Ancestor had just seized.

Although Mountain Ancestor might possess the ability to wield this Divine Sword, he did not necessarily comprehend the true method of its employment.

Conversely, Ning Qi was determined to master the authentic way of wielding the Divine Sword to vanquish Mountain Ancestor.

Simply grasping the Divine Sword does not guarantee triumph.