Demon Slaying, Gaining 60 Years of Cultivation From the Start
Chapter 1311 - 255: Comprehensive Surge in Strength, Late Stage of Unity Realm (Three more updates, ten thousand words, please subscribe!)

Chapter 1311: Chapter 255: Comprehensive Surge in Strength, Late Stage of Unity Realm (Three more updates, ten thousand words, please subscribe!)

Hiss!

After another period had passed, Gu Chen’s eyes opened, radiating a brilliant light inside, as if his divine light was a heavenly sword, causing the small thousand worlds around him to stir violently, on the verge of collapsing.

This was an extremely astonishing phenomenon, a manifestation of Gu Chen’s vitality, spiritual energy, and mental prowess reaching their extreme.

"Roar!"

At that moment, the earth-shattering roar of a true dragon echoed through the heavens, as immense bloody energy overwhelmed the world, transforming into eight real dragons that appeared behind Gu Chen.

Such an extraordinary spectacle was also a demonstration that Gu Chen’s physical body had successfully stepped into the eighth transformation and had gone far beyond!

"Even so, the distance to completely perfect the ninth transformation of my physical body still seems infinitely far," Gu Chen frowned at that moment.

Indeed, after months of secluded cultivation, although Gu Chen’s physical body had undergone its eighth reconstruction, and had made significant breakthroughs due to various heavenly and earthly treasures, he felt that the final transformation to complete perfection was still far out of reach.

Or to say, he had not even touched the boundary; this was not an illusion, but a real realization!

This was rather frightening; given the current strength of Gu Chen’s body, not even touching the marginal edge, or threshold of the ninth transformation, one could imagine how difficult it would be to achieve complete perfection.

"No wonder, throughout the celestial universe, whether in this or the previous era, or even in ancient histories, it has not been recorded that any creature has managed to reach the ninth transformation of the physical body in the Unified Realm," Gu Chen murmured to himself.

Upon reaching the eighth transformation, his entire body became even more radiant; his hair shone with light, making his whole being appear as if cast from multicolored glazed divine metal, transparent inside and out, singularly primordial.

This was the epitome of physical achievement; not to mention the ninth transformation, even achieving the eighth was extremely rare throughout the ages!

Even in the highest realms of the previous era, only two or three had achieved this, with one of the most outstanding individuals naturally being the Ice Emperor!

Indeed, throughout history, few in the Unified Realm had managed this feat.

"My spiritual soul has also greatly progressed, reaching nine feet and five inches, but I have also encountered a bottleneck," Gu Chen introspected as he examined his sea of consciousness, where a small figure of his spirit sat in the center holding half a piece of broken jade, its stature nine feet five inches, with a solemn and sacred aura like a divine Buddha, surrounded by dazzling light.

Just like his physical body, his spiritual soul seemed only four inches away from perfection, but in reality, those four inches represented an extremely distant gap, incomparable to the progress made before.

"Fortunately, in the Holy Realm, there are numerous opportunities, and I have a good chance of reaching perfection!" Gu Chen’s expression firmed.

This was true in the Holy Realm; had it been the outside world, without such fortuitous encounters, it would be extremely difficult for Gu Chen to reach the ninth transformation of the physical body and the initial perfect state of nine feet and nine inches in the spiritual soul in the Unified Realm.

At that moment, the 3,600 orbs of light floating before his eyes had dimmed, even extinguished, now like bubbles that would burst with a slight touch.

All the celestial melodies had been absorbed into his body, though each spot only contained a thread, but they had brought his myriad law fragments within his body to near-perfection, radiating like the dazzling sun.

Even the heavenly seeds had gained substantial benefits; the world within his body had become more complete and much expanded.

This place, as Gu Chen had anticipated, was truly the most suitable treasure land for him.

Subsequently, with a thought from Gu Chen, a panel appeared before his eyes.

Name: Gu Chen

Techniques: Solar Scripture (Level 6), Nine Revolutions Emperor’s Scripture (Level 6), Immortal Sacred Body (Level 13), Spiritual Soul Map (Level 13), Samsara Scripture (Level 6), Illusory Annihilation Traceless (Level 6)

Divine Powers: Nine Dragons Annihilation (Grade 4), Ascending Immortal from Beyond (Grade 4), Heavenly Eye (Grade 4), Decimation of the Ten Directions (Grade 4), Nine Heavens Thunder Movement (Grade 4)

Cultivation: 30,000 years

Realm: Advanced stage of Unified Realm

Merit Points: 0

Divine Power Value: 300

Besides the Divine Power value, which had not changed but had increased to 300 due to the slaying of the evil demons within Gu Yan’s body, each aspect of the panel showed various changes.

Through the absorption of celestial melodies and insights into heaven and earth, Gu Chen had been able to elevate each technique by one level, and furthermore, the Immortal Sacred Body and Spiritual Soul Map had both advanced by two levels.

In addition to this, the divine powers Nine Dragons Annihilation and Ascending Immortal from Beyond had also reached the grade four level.

It could be said that this secluded cultivation had brought an all-around breakthrough to Gu Chen’s power, which was tremendously astonishing and critically important!

"To ensure that both body and spiritual soul reach perfection in the Unified Realm, the Immortal Sacred Body and Spiritual Soul Map must be perfected," Gu Chen pondered.

These two techniques had been with him for a long time, originating from the secret realms of the Gray Domain, of extraordinary grade; together, they had eighteen levels, and both were still five levels away from perfection.

However, achieving perfection was extremely difficult; relying on sudden enlightenment was elusive and even half a piece of broken jade could not guarantee it.

No cultivator could remain in a state of sudden enlightenment indefinitely; that was not realistic.

"That means I’ll need a lot of merit points," Gu Chen mused to himself.

As the techniques progressed further, the demand for merit points became staggering; envisioning raising both techniques to perfection, Gu Chen could hardly imagine the astronomical cost required.

However, no matter what, he was determined to proceed, as only by doing so could he forge the strongest foundation ever seen, which would pave his way to breaking through to the celestial realm and naturally lead to the ultimate transformation.

This was the path Gu Chen had planned for himself, and he was well aware that once his true identity as a descendant of Emperor Yu was revealed, the strongest entities and sacred sects outside would inevitably covet the Ninth Cauldron.

With the closure of the Holy Realm and the end of the Ten Thousand Tribes warring era, the time would not be peaceful but would revolve around him, ushering in major upheavals in the upper realms.

Thus, only by forging the strongest foundation ever could Gu Chen confidently face everything after the closure of the Holy Realm.

So all of this is imperative!

"Thirty thousand years of cultivation, nearing the grand completion of integration, the enhancements have also slowed down," Gu Chen felt that achieving completion in body, mind, and spirit was incredibly challenging.

However, he still had ample confidence in himself, believing that he could turn the impossible into possible!

"It’s time to come out of seclusion, the outside world must be in turmoil by now," Gu Chen smiled.

By now, if nothing unexpected happened, those supreme beings would have certainly broken through to the Heavenly realm, and the entire Saint realm would be stirring, presenting a scene of heroes competing.

"Descendant of Netherworld Heaven," Gu Chen’s eyes flickered as he muttered to himself, not forgetting that battle in the Valley of Ten Thousand Saints.

However, he also understood that once he emerged from seclusion, his fame would no longer be as before, considering those beings had broken into the Heavenly realm. The gap between the Earth realm and Heavenly realm was vast, perhaps insurmountable.

"But if they underestimate me because of this, they will have to bear the consequences," Gu Chen spoke softly, even feeling somewhat eager.

Because, through this battle, his strength had also surged dramatically. He was eager to see to what extent those who had broken into the Heavenly realm could battle with him and withstand his moves.

Afterward, Gu Chen came out of seclusion and arrived outside the Gate of Light.

To Gu Chen’s surprise, Princess Xidie was actually waiting there. At that moment, seeing Gu Chen appear, she was overjoyed.

"You’ve finally come out." Princess Xidie’s eyes blinked, and, seeing that Gu Chen was unharmed, she let out a long sigh of relief.

Even though she knew Gu Chen wouldn’t come to harm, her absence had still made her anxious.

"What’s wrong, is there something amiss?" Gu Chen, perceptive, noticed that Princess Xidie seemed upset.

After hesitating for a moment, Princess Xidie finally said, "During the time of your seclusion, something big happened in the outside world, related to you."

Princess Xidie spoke and informed Gu Chen about Jin Xuan of the Golden Roc Clan challenging him to a battle, causing a stir in the Saint realm.

Moreover, many cultivators were around and, seeing him appear, their eyes lit up. Shortly afterwards, many quietly left to spread the news.

Soon, a message was circulating within the Saint realm.

"So, that demon named Gu Chen wasn’t cowardly, but had been in seclusion all this time and had just come out!"

After this message was passed around, many people were enlightened.

"Really? I don’t believe it, it must be someone purposely creating a deception!" Some cultivators were unwilling to believe.

"This is naturally true. The White Tiger Clan and the Kirin Clan also confirmed it, Gu Chen really just came out of seclusion!"

As the top ten tribes nodded, the credibility of this news instantly reached its peak.

"I knew it, he wouldn’t be cowardly!" Cultivators who supported Gu Chen were greatly invigorated. But soon, some poured cold water, saying, "Even if he just came out, how could he match Jin Xuan? You must know, times have changed. Now all the top demons have broken through to the Heavenly realm, and it’s no longer an era dominated by the integration realm!"

At these words, everyone fell silent again, even those supporting Gu Chen were left speechless.

Soon thereafter, the Golden Roc Clan, upon learning this news, declared that they would battle at the summit of the Great Snow Mountain in seven days.

"Seven days is enough time for someone named Gu Chen to prepare. The Golden Roc Clan is very generous to even give so much time."

"Generous? Jin Xuan’s intentions are clear to everyone. It’s just revenge. Now that he has broken through to the Heavenly realm, he dares to come forward. Where was Jin Xuan when Gu Chen was famous in the Saint realm, and why didn’t he dare to show up then?"

Two cultivators spoke up strongly, taking sides with Gu Chen.

These two people were none other than Yun Zishu and Zhenyuan.

These words immediately stirred up a considerable commotion in the Saint realm, and many from the Golden Roc Clan were furious, declaring that at any cost, they would dig three feet into the ground to find the person who had spoken these words.

But Yun Zishu and Zhenyuan were fearless and stood up again, accusing the Golden Roc Clan of shamelessness.

"Stirring up trouble, do you really think my Golden Roc Clan is easy to mess with?!" That day, the Golden Roc Clan came forward and offered a reward for Yun Zishu and Zhenyuan.

Soon, Gu Chen also learned of this news, and he came forward, accepting the challenge and explicitly stating that Yun Zishu and Zhenyuan were his friends. Whoever came forward would be opposing him.

At once, Gu Chen’s involvement pushed this event to its climax.

At the same time, this also caused the entire Saint realm to be stirred up with excitement, seeing Gu Chen accepting the challenge, countless people readied themselves, their expressions extremely thrilled.

The Purple-blood Sky Dragon Clan, the White Tiger Clan, the Kirin Clan, the Great Red Sky Palace, the Spirit Ruins Ancient Cave, and other top ten races from the upper realm, as well as the strongest demons from the immortal grade doctrines, all set out for the summit of the Great Snow Mountain, eager to witness this battle!

Even, it was said that those exceptional talents from the last great era who had broken through to the Heavenly realm were also coming to watch the battle.

In a certain part of the Saint realm, a man in blue, his face full of hatred, clenched his teeth and said, "Gu Chen, since you dare to accept the challenge, this time, as I have broken through to the Heavenly realm, I will make sure you are in too deep to escape!"

Beside him, there were two others— the silver-winged man and the golden lion from the Beryl-eyed Golden Lion Clan who had joined forces against Gu Chen that day.

That day, they had retreated in haste. Fortunately, they were lucky enough to catch the opening of another treasure land and gained the opportunity. They had also broken through to the Heavenly realm.

Seeing Gu Chen accepting the challenge, they wanted to seek revenge.

It can be said that reaching the Heavenly realm gave them a great deal of confidence.

In just one day, the entire Saint realm became incredibly noisy, with all the demons who had broken through to the Heavenly realm setting out to witness this battle.

Moreover, this was also the first battle after the supreme beings reached the Heavenly realm, naturally attracting immense attention, engaging the interest of all 3.6 million cultivators in the upper realm!