I Have A Cultivation World Chapter 2642 - 1209: Southern State Divinity Transformation (Part 2)

Chen Mobai gave a nod and soon summoned the Artifact Spirit of the Primordial Clock, facilitating their reunion. Yet, upon meeting, the two Artifact Spirits each let out a cold snort, their interaction suggesting a strained relationship.

"Senior Brother, you have arrived as well."

Simultaneously, another Deity Transformation cultivator from the Southern State offered a greeting to True Monarch Da Kong. This individual was none other than True Monarch Great Ancient, hailing from the Taixu Piaomiao Palace of the Southern State.

"Perhaps we should descend first? While we can employ Magic Artifacts to fend off the Heavenly Tribulation, it would be prudent to conserve some Elemental Energy."

Observing that the assembled Deity Transformation cultivators seemed inclined towards conversation, True Monarch Dustless promptly gestured towards his Xuanji Instrument, both above and below, offering this suggestion.

"Indeed, this is my inaugural experience with this Third Level Heavenly Tribulation, and it proves quite demanding."

Pharmacist Li remarked, his Pill Furnace continuously expelling flames to aid him and True Monarch Great Ancient in resisting the pervasive Cold Ice Heavenly Tribulation surrounding them.

Chen Mobai, who had initially intended to remain and witness True Monarch Jade Shatter's potential ascension, concluded that passing up this rare chance to converse with fellow cultivators from his state would be a missed opportunity. He thus nodded his agreement.

Together, they made their descent from within the confines of the Third Level Heavenly Tribulation.

Upon reaching the Second Level Fire Tribulation, Pharmacist Li's Medicine King Furnace began ceaselessly absorbing and expelling the infernos that raged around them. Chen Mobai's Primordial Clock, not to be outdone, utilized the Hun Yuan and the Great Dao of the Five Elements to refine the Fire Element True Power.

The reunion of the two Artifact Spirits after millennia inevitably sparked a subtle, unspoken competition.

Ultimately, the Primordial Clock emerged victorious by a narrow margin.

The reason for such a slender victory was that the Medicine King Furnace possessed a specialization in refining fire elements; had Chen Mobai not previously upgraded his clock, based on past encounters, the outcome would likely have been a near draw.

"Fellow Daoist is truly the preeminent Artifact Refiner of the Eastern Continent, having fully inherited the True Technique of Artifact Refining from Elder Yi Yuan."

Witnessing this display, Pharmacist Li could not help but express profound amazement.

He was aware of the historical relationship between the two Magic Artifacts, having long heard that the Primordial Clock had been elevated to Sixth Rank Superior Grade through Chen Mobai's Sacramental Refinement. Nevertheless, confirming it firsthand still rendered it somewhat unbelievable.

It is well-known that once a Magic Artifact achieves the sixth rank, its subsequent upgrade necessitates not only Heavenly and Earthly Treasures but also the commensurate Power of the Great Dao for Sacramental Refinement. For Chen Mobai to accomplish what even True Monarch Yi Yuan did not before his Ascension, within merely a few decades of his Deity Transformation stage, his talent and intellect are undeniably astonishing.

"Not at all. Compared to Master Ancestor Yi Yuan, I am still far behind and must continue my diligent studies, hoping to one day refine a Sixth Rank Magic Artifact myself."

Chen Mobai exhibited extreme humility. The Primordial Yang Sword and the Primordial Clock he currently possessed had already established a robust foundation; his role had merely been to add the finishing touches to their upgrades.

His aspiration remains to refine an entirely self-created Sixth Rank Magic Artifact.

"The cultivators from the Eastern Continent are indeed possessed of elegance and courtesy, quite unlike that old scoundrel Immortal in Flames, who seems utterly devoid of manners..."

True Monarch Great Ancient could not refrain from voicing his opinion, and upon hearing this, Chen Mobai displayed a look of distinct curiosity.

Immortal in Flames, one of the Three Immortals, renowned as the foremost Artifact Refiner in the Tianhe Realm and celebrated across the Five Continents and Four Seas, holds a notorious reputation for his explosive temperament.

Consequently, many Deity Transformation True Monarchs, unless facing absolute desperation, tend to avoid seeking out Immortal in Flames for Artifact Refining services.

However, reaching the Deity Transformation stage, where further advancement in Cultivation Level becomes exceedingly difficult, refining and upgrading one's Magic Artifacts emerges as the most expedient method to bolster combat prowess. Despite Immortal in Flames' dreadful temper, his skills in Artifact Refining are universally acknowledged as the finest in the Tianhe Realm.

Thus, they endure his unpleasant demeanor, reluctantly journeying to the Southern State in pursuit of Immortal in Flames' expertise.

Among these individuals, True Monarch Great Ancient, a Deity Transformation cultivator associated with the Southern State's Taixu Piaomiao Palace, had initially presumed that his connections coupled with Immortal in Flames' formidable skills would pave the way for a mutually beneficial and lucrative endeavor. Alas, after a single collaborative effort, their association dissolved almost immediately.

Meanwhile, Pharmacist Li displayed a somewhat strained expression, feigning deafness to the Great Ancient True Monarch’s grumbling.

Though Immortal in Flames possessed a rather unpleasant disposition, his rapport with Pharmacist Li was, in fact, amicable.

"I do wonder if the Jade Shatter True Monarch will achieve a successful ascension this time around?"

The Dustless True Monarch, ever the diplomat and having orchestrated numerous dealings with both the Dao Morale Sect and the Mysterious Fire Sect, skillfully steered the conversation to a safer topic upon hearing this.

"If she indeed reached the Void Refining stage several millennia ago, her profound accumulation suggests a high probability of success."

Da Kong True Monarch, grasping the intent behind Dustless True Monarch’s words, readily concurred, clearly disinclined to endure further complaints from his junior.

"So, it is this esteemed predecessor who is ascending. It is said the late Burning Zither True Monarch of the Mysterious Fire Sect most deeply regretted not resolving his grievances with Jade Shatter True Monarch before his own seated meditation."

This statement elicited a flicker of surprise from Pharmacist Li.

"A true pity for Burning Zither True Monarch; had he not clashed with Jade Shatter True Monarch, thereby damaging his Great Dao’s origin, he too might have ascended..." Da Kong True Monarch echoed with a sense of regret.

The Southern State lands, in terms of resources, stand just below the Central State amongst the entirety of the Five Continents and Four Seas. Burning Zither True Monarch, a paragon among his peers, was a prodigy of his era, yet ultimately became ensnared by karmic entanglement.

Chen Mobai had long been privy to the historical animosity between Ice and Fen Tianjing Di, but he never fathomed that such dire consequences could materialize.

He pondered whether Jade Shatter True Monarch’s hasty push for Void Refining was a direct result of this predicament.

After all, failing to break through would necessitate a confrontation with Burning Zither True Monarch at the upcoming Holy Dao Conference.

"Ideally, all matters should be settled amicably..."

Chen Mobai mused, voicing this thoughtful sentiment.

"However, if Jade Shatter True Monarch truly achieved Void Refining thousands of years ago, why is it only now that the Ascension Radiance has been summoned?"

Pharmacist Li, a question surfacing in his mind, could not refrain from posing it aloud.

The two cultivators at the Deity Transformation stage from Taixu Piaomiao Palace fell silent at this inquiry.

Chen Mobai, however, leveraging his Echoes in the Void ability, sensed their heartbeats quicken noticeably in that moment.

This observation spurred a hypothesis within him.

Could it be that these paramount Sect sacred grounds genuinely possess a Secret Technique that permits Void Refining cultivators to remain within the Tianhe Realm?

While other sacred grounds might lack the capability, Taixu Piaomiao Palace, which cultivates the Void Great Dao, could potentially enable a cultivator, upon solidifying a Law Domain, to completely conceal their Void Refining aura from Ascension Radiance detection by retreating within it.

"Prior to her ascension, Jade Shatter True Monarch exchanged several blows with me. She commands at least the Cold Ice and Pure Yin Daos. It is highly probable she utilized these Daos to freeze and seal her Void Refining realm..."

Chen Mobai recounted his encounter with Jade Shatter True Monarch, causing both Pharmacist Li and the Great Ancient’s eyes to widen in shocked disbelief.

That was Void Refining!

Could a cultivator at the Deity Transformation stage truly contend with a Void Refining expert?

Yet, they recalled the spectacle of Jade Shatter True Monarch's ascension, distinctly noting how Chen Mobai's actions had seemingly pressured her into revealing her Void Refining realm, ultimately compelling her to ascend.

With this realization, the two regarded Chen Mobai with dawning reverence.

This young Deity Transformation cultivator, regardless of his current realm, was undoubtedly among the pinnacle combatants of the Tianhe Realm. Excluding those in the Void Refining stage, he was unparalleled.

Even among those who had reached Void Refining, one could, at best, achieve a state similar to Jade Shatter True Monarch, forced into ascension.

This young man was already a force to be reckoned with!

Grasping this, Pharmacist Li and Great Ancient True Monarch adopted an even more cordial demeanor.

Their conversation continued for some time until Da Kong True Monarch inquired about the utilization of the Communicating Holy Spirit Pill with Great Ancient True Monarch, learning that his disciple had consumed it, but like the Azure Fall Palace Master, the Deity Transformation attempt ultimately failed.

This piece of news prompted crestfallen expressions from the three Deity Transformation cultivators of the Eastern Continent.

"As it stands, Pharmacist, the Southern State has seen a relative dearth of promising successors. Meanwhile, your Eastern Continent not only boasts this young friend stepping into the role of the Eastern Wilderness Blue Emperor but also witnesses the rise of prodigious talents like Shenxi Ni Yuanzhong. It appears you will soon surpass us in the Southern State."

Great Ancient True Monarch remarked with evident envy, eliciting humble responses from Dustless and Da Kong, though their smiles betrayed their concealed pleasure.

At this juncture, Chen Mobai recollected the primary reason for his expedition to the Ice-sealed Mausoleum.