Longevity Clan Starts with the Patriarch's Marriage Chapter 799
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After a brief pause, the second guardian emerged, introducing himself as the Daoist of Heaven and Earth. Han Li swiftly subdued him.
The third guardian, calling himself the Daoist of Origin, was defeated by Han Li in just five moves.
It took Han Li six moves to vanquish the fourth guardian, the Daoist of Reincarnation.
The fifth guardian, known as the Daoist of Chaos, fell to Han Li in seven moves.
Han Li continued his relentless assault, eliminating each guardian he faced.
As he progressed, the guardians' strength escalated dramatically. Each successive battle demanded his utmost effort, and the duration of each encounter steadily increased.
Moreover, Han Li began to accumulate injuries, with each new wound proving more grievous than the last.
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Fortunately, the Dadao Palace provided him with complete restoration to his peak condition after every battle. Without this, Han Li would have found it impossible to maintain his winning streak.
Each of these guardians wielded the combat prowess of a Quasi Immortal Emperor, possessing immense power and exceptionally refined battle experience.
They were truly divine and unmatched, proficient in a multitude of potent Divine Skills and mystical arts, leaving Han Li struggling to keep pace.
Furthermore, every guardian had mastered a distinct Grand Dao, seemingly linked to their titular designation. For instance, the first guardian, the Daoist of Creation, commanded the Grand Dao of Creation.
Upon Han Li's advancement to the sixteenth level, a change occurred among the guardians.
“I am Tai Ji, and I humbly request your guidance, fellow Daoist,” the Daoist of Tai Ji offered with a respectful cupped fist salute.
Han Li returned the gesture before engaging in a grueling battle that consumed a significant amount of time before he could finally defeat him.
“I am Taisu, and I seek your tutelage.”
“I am Tai Shi, and I await your instruction.”
“I am Tai Chu, and I ask for your guidance.”
“I am Taiyi, and I am ready for your lead.”
In the ensuing four confrontations, Han Li faced Taisu, Tai Shi, Tai Chu, and Taiyi. Each of these Daoists displayed incredibly potent and unpredictable Daoist arts.
Had it not been for Han Li’s own rapid improvement catalyzed by each battle against the guardians, his progression to this stage would have been unattainable.
After vanquishing the Daoist of Taiyi, Han Li anticipated the appearance of the twenty-first guardian, named Supreme Lord Taiyi.
The twenty-second guardian was identified as Supreme Lord Taiwu;
The twenty-third guardian as Supreme Lord Taiming;
The twenty-fourth guardian as Supreme Lord Taixuan;
And the twenty-fifth guardian as Supreme Lord Taihao.
Han Li emerged victorious against all five Supreme Lords, his own power once again amplified.
His ultimate martial path, having assimilated the “Ten Great” Dao, finally advanced another crucial step, marking his official ascension to the Immortal Emperor Level.
As Han Li’s strength surged, no new guardian materialized within the Origin Arena. It was as if the Spirit of the Dao deliberately permitted his power to ascend.
Han Li found this puzzling but did not dwell on it, fully concentrating on his breakthrough.
Once his breakthrough was complete, another guardian appeared on the Origin Arena – the twenty-sixth.
“Kindly bestow your guidance, fellow Daoist,” the guardian stated, clad in the attire of a Heavenly Immortal, radiating an aura of sacred majesty and heroic spirit.
Han Li’s brow furrowed slightly. This was the first guardian encountered who did not present a “Daoist title.” His thoughts raced momentarily before he plunged into a fierce engagement with the guardian.
From the twenty-sixth guardian through to the thirty-fifth, Han Li battled his way forward.
He discerned that these nine guardians each embodied a distinct Grand Dao and originated from nine different races, some of which had long since vanished from the myriad worlds.
Notable among them were representatives of the immortals, demons, dragons, phoenixes, witches, fiends, spirits, saints, and the thunder clan.
This experience significantly broadened Han Li’s understanding.
He also observed that these nine guardians, representing nine diverse races, carried an immense dignity, as if they had presided over the myriad worlds throughout the ages, exuding an air of dominance over both past and future, reminiscent of a Heavenly Emperor.
However, Han Li could not recall any such Heavenly Emperor within the Taichu Realm.
Could they have originated from some other supreme worlds dispersed among the myriad heavens?
With these thoughts swirling in his mind, Han Li awaited the arrival of the thirty-sixth guardian.
A perfect being.
This was Han Li’s immediate impression upon laying eyes on the guardian.
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“Fellow Daoist Han, my name is Da Siming,” the flawless being announced with a smile.
Han Li’s pupils snapped shut momentarily.
This particular title diverged from the preceding thirty-five guardians; it stood unique and unparalleled, yet this guardian was positioned last in the sequence.
This indicated the existence of tremendous hidden power within the seemingly perfect individual. Intriguingly, this perfect being seemed to recognize him.
“Fellow Daoist Han, some matters are difficult to express explicitly, but our paths will cross again.”
After uttering these words, Da Siming offered Han Li a Daoist salute and proceeded to walk towards him in a relaxed manner, showing no signs of aggression.
A whirlwind of thoughts surged through Han Li’s mind, yet he set them aside, keenly aware of the deadly aura Da Siming projected.
Here was an unparalleled existence!
It was fortunate that his ultimate martial path had achieved a higher level after vanquishing the guardians of the nine tribes; otherwise, confronting Da Siming might have proven impossible.
“Fellow Daoist, if you please~”
Han Li drew a deep breath and initiated the confrontation.
His fist’s radiance illuminated the continuum of time, rending the fabric of existence and piercing through infinite space – all in an effort to immobilize Da Siming.
However, Da Siming merely paused for an instant before continuing his advance, his presence exuding an aura of tranquility.
Han Li let out a cold snort, his palm morphing into a blade, and a torrent of sword light, brilliant enough to blind the universe, sliced through the threads of time and destiny, nullifying the cycle of the Great Dao, and simultaneously reflecting in the consciousness of all beings across every imaginable timeline.
Da Siming extended his flawless right hand and made a gentle gesture, extinguishing the resplendent golden light capable of annihilating an Immortal Emperor.
“Fellow Daoist Han, reveal your true strength, or you shall not pass my trial.”
“With my attention fixed upon you, I cannot afford to hold back. Should you fail to overcome this challenge, the ‘truth’ will remain beyond your grasp.”
Da Siming’s voice remained steady as he advanced towards Han Li with unhurried, deliberate steps, yet his approach carried an ominous resonance, as though his very movement heralded Han Li’s impending doom.
“If that is the case, then I shall refrain from holding back any longer.”
Han Li’s eyes gleamed as he resolved to deploy his ultimate technique, a power honed after elevating his ultimate martial path to the Immortal King stage and subsequently to the Quasi Immortal Emperor level.
The instant Han Li unleashed this trump card, Da Siming indeed halted, his demeanor shifting to one of grave seriousness.
“That move again,”
Da Siming murmured under his breath, finally engaging in earnest combat and locking in a fierce struggle with Han Li.
Ultimately, Da Siming was overcome.
Han Li emerged victorious by a narrow margin, felling Da Siming with a single decisive move despite his own severely wounded state.
“Huff, huff, huff~”
Han Li lay sprawled across the Origin Arena, his form battered and broken, a piteous spectacle. Yet, he had, against all odds, defeated the perfect Da Siming and successfully completed the fourth trial of the Dadao Palace.
An ethereal radiance descended, harmonizing with Han Li’s ultimate martial path and initiating the healing of his grievous injuries.
As the luminous energy receded, Han Li was restored to his former state. His ultimate martial path had advanced once more, bringing him closer to the pinnacle of the Immortal Emperor realm.
This profound enhancement significantly amplified Han Li’s imposing aura.
Rising to his feet, Han Li paused in contemplation before taking the initiative to inquire.
“Dao Spirit, what is the reward for passing this fourth trial?”
“Enter.”
The voice of the Dao Spirit echoed, accompanied by the manifestation of a Gate of Great Dao.
Han Li hesitated for a moment, then, his heart brimming with insatiable curiosity, stepped through the portal.
PS: Assuming all unfolds as anticipated, this chronicle should reach its conclusion within the next day or two. I intend to dedicate a substantial length to the forthcoming chapter.