Lu Yuan discovered that after some individuals completely refined that great era providence, their cultivation strength had not increased, but their talent and potential had received a tremendous boost.
For instance, one Jiang clan disciple had exerted immense effort just to barely break through into the Immortal Realm. In his own eyes, this had already exhausted his potential, leaving him deeply anxious about whether he could advance any further and believing he would remain stuck at this stage for the rest of his life.
Yet now, having refined the great era providence, he found that sense of strain had vanished. Cultivating seemed far more natural and effortless than before. More importantly, his strength was also shifting. If this continued, it likely would not take long before he could break through directly to the level of a Grotto-Heaven Immortal.
Indeed, what ordinary Immortals considered an achievement requiring decades or even centuries now seemed far from difficult; they appeared to have received the favor of the heavenly will. Consequently, whether in cultivation or other aspects, they had gained immense benefits.
Furthermore, Lu Yuan discovered that aside from Zhu Qingyu, several other individuals were undergoing changes in their cultivation realm and seemed on the verge of breaking through soon.
This circumstance was truly unexpected.
For according to his estimates, if things continued at this rate, within a month, a batch of even more formidable Grotto-Heaven Immortals would directly emerge in the Heavenly Court.
One had to realize how short a time had passed since these people entered the Immortal Realm. Relatively speaking, such a cultivation speed was nearly catching up to Lu Yuan's. If word got out, it would undoubtedly shock countless extraterrestrial beings.
And at this moment, Lu Yuan finally understood why the great clans beyond the domain were so determined to obtain great era providence.
Because such a thing could genuinely alter destiny.
One had to know that the greatest power of great era providence was never merely boosting one's cultivation level.
He was utterly certain that as long as the Heavenly Court was given time, it could surely grow into an entity comparable to the top ten star sectors.
However, the refinement was still ongoing.
Lu Yuan first had those who had already finished depart, while he remained nearby keeping watch until everyone had completed the process smoothly.
"King Lu, what is our next objective?" Zhu Qingyu was the last to leave. Having subtly become the Heavenly Court's primary administrator, she naturally had to prepare for what lay ahead.
"First, fully adapt to the great era providence within your bodies. The extraterrestrial heavenly demons that descended earlier were completely wiped out by us.
"They will surely react, so we shall proceed as before.
"Whatever situation unfolds, we will watch and wait."
Lu Yuan spoke, having long formed a series of plans.
There was no alternative; Earth was right here and could not be moved away, so all they could do now was guard it. After all, the Xuanhuang Universe was the invaded party.
Hearing this, Zhu Qingyu nodded, understanding what needed to be done next.
Afterward, everyone departed, leaving Lu Yuan alone.
He did not linger there either, choosing to leave and head to Jiang Ningxian's seclusion grounds.
Earlier, he had given her a strand of great era providence, which she was currently refining.
Although he knew that nothing could possibly go wrong during this time, he could not help feeling a slight concern.
So now, he stood watch outside to see if any other developments would occur.
Just like that, time trickled by. Three days later, powerful surges of energy erupted from Jiang Ningxian's residence. High in the firmament, bolts of lightning thundered down in succession, sweeping outward with a terrifying aura that rippled in waves—the herald of transcending the Grotto-Heaven Immortal realm.
"Is she about to break through?"
Seeing this, Lu Yuan's eyes flickered slightly.
Just as before, he took action, confining this power within a designated area.
It could not be helped; transcending a Grotto-Heaven Immortal meant the power of a Creation Immortal. If left unrestrained, its full eruption would be horrifying. After all, there were many people in the surrounding area.
Rumble, rumble—
The sky continued to roar.
Beams of purple light shot forth like true dragons.
After an unknown length of time, all the power and aura converged and settled.
Instantly, a figure soared into the sky, her aura undulating and shaking heaven and earth. Fortunately, Lu Yuan had long since sealed the surrounding space, so this terrifying aura caused no disruption to the surroundings.
At this moment, the newly ascended Jiang Ningxian descended, an apologetic expression on her face. "I didn't expect to break through so quickly. Unprepared, I nearly caused damage here."
She was indeed somewhat embarrassed. After all, in the current Heavenly Court, aside from Lu Yuan, Jiang Ningxian was the strongest. If she unleashed her full force, not a single person present could withstand such might. Fortunately, Lu Yuan had been prepared.
"No matter," he said with a smile, his tone carrying genuine concern. "How do you feel after refining the great era providence?"
Hearing this, Jiang Ningxian's face immediately brightened into a smile as she continued, "My talent has indeed been enhanced. There's also a peculiar feeling—as though I've been blessed by the unseen heavens and earth, allowing me to comprehend far more."
Blessed by this world...
Hearing those words, a question surfaced in Lu Yuan's mind.
Zhu Qingyu and the others had said something similar before.
In other words, this great era providence was nurtured by Earth. If one left, would they no longer enjoy the favor of this world?
Lu Yuan pondered this, though he was not certain. He merely nodded. "In any case, no matter what, what we must do next is make good use of this great era providence and strengthen ourselves as much as possible."
Beside him, Jiang Ningxian nodded as well, clear on what to do next.
With nothing more to say, the two parted.
Lu Yuan returned directly to Jade Emperor Peak.
The allocations of great era providence for individuals had largely been distributed. Although plenty still remained in his hands, those portions served other purposes. Of course, he would not use them right now.
Now, it was time for his next step. It was very simple: bestow the largest portion of great era providence upon the Heavenly Court itself. The smaller strands of providence had been given to the core members of the Heavenly Court, but the Heavenly Court currently had vast numbers, having long reached several hundred thousand. Lu Yuan could not only look after a limited few. As long as they belonged to the Heavenly Court, all would share in it.
Immediately, he sat cross-legged and took a deep breath.
Inside him, aside from the remaining great era providence, there was the largest portion of all, swimming restlessly like a true dragon.
It truly contained an extraordinarily mysterious power that even startled Lu Yuan upon beholding it. One had to understand that this had been nurtured by Earth across tens of millions of years.
What would happen if it were bestowed upon the Heavenly Court?
Lu Yuan did not know, but he was filled with anticipation!
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