Lu Changsheng Slays a Limit Realm Expert, Seizes the Divine Item, and Awes the Powerful of the Myriad Races!

"Who is that?" "Which Limit Realm expert is this?" "There was such a Limit Realm master hidden in Feng City?" "They say the Kunwu World is akin to a battlefield of myriad races where all manner of experts emerge in endless streams. It seems the rumors are true. A tiny place like Feng City concealed such a mighty Limit Realm figure?" "The mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind. This latecomer truly made a stunning debut after staying silent for so long, snatching the divine item the instant he struck!" "Still, this concerns a divine item. Taking it away so easily might not be that simple." Such were the thoughts running through the minds of the many Limit Realm masters gathered in the Kunwu World. Yet to the ordinary populace of Feng City, they could only cry out in terror at the sight of "godly beings." Every single godly being possessed terrifying destructive might. If an all-out battle truly erupted, Feng City would surely suffer catastrophic damage. It was only because the space within the Kunwu World was exceptionally stable and governed by peculiar rules that the clash of Limit Realm experts did not wreak earth-shattering ruin, destroying cities and shattering landscapes at every turn. Even so, the destructive force remained astonishing. Lu Changsheng unleashed his Dao body, sweeping his gaze across the assembled Limit Realm powerhouses. He did not fool himself into thinking that merely releasing his aura and manifesting his Dao body would cow these Limit Realm experts into submission. It would not be that easy. For the sake of a divine item, these Limit Realm figures would spare no expense and stop at nothing! "Hmm?" Lu Changsheng spun around abruptly. Yet he was already a fraction too late. An insect-like Limit Realm powerhouse had completely concealed its aura, evading even Lu Changsheng's senses. It had crept up on him in secret, aiming for a sneak attack. Only when it had drawn dangerously close did Lu Changsheng perceive it. Yet how fast was a Limit Realm expert? Noticing it now was naturally too late. The insect lunged violently, crashing straight into Lu Changsheng's Dao body. It intended to burrow directly inside. *A Devouring Bug?* *In the Boundary Sea, the Devouring Bugs are renowned. It is said they can devour anything, converting it into the energy required by their bodies.* *Moreover, they are practically invincible against all defenses. No matter how hard an object or how formidable a physical body, none can withstand their gnawing.* Lu Changsheng recognized the creature. After all, the fame of the Devouring Bugs resounded far and wide across the Boundary Sea. Sure enough, the Devouring Bug slammed straight into Lu Changsheng's Dao body. Even though Lu Changsheng's Dao body was enshrouded by Martial Daos—and perfected Martial Daos at that—and its toughness was remarkably formidable, the Devouring Bug needed only a gentle nibble. *Crunch.* A large hole was bitten out of the Dao body, and the Devouring Bug drilled straight inside. Once a Devouring Bug invaded a body, the danger was unimaginable. It would wreak rampant destruction from within. Even Boundary Sea life-forms boasting formidable physical frames like the Kui Cow or the Turbid Dragon would never dare take a Devouring Bug head-on. Lu Changsheng, however, was different. Or rather, the martial system of the Immortal Martial World was different. The Dao body was not Lu Changsheng's physical flesh. It was merely an avatar of pure energy. Though important, it had no fear of internal destruction by a Devouring Bug. What was more, the interior of Lu Changsheng's Dao body was far more terrifying than the outside. Ten thousand kinds of perfected Martial Daos resided within. The Devouring Bug had no idea. Having bored its way into the Dao body, it rejoiced inwardly. Once it entered a body, any life-form—no matter how mighty its physical frame—would be hollowed out and devoured clean from the inside out. Just as the Devouring Bug prepared to display its prowess and feast upon Lu Changsheng's Dao body, a sudden hum vibrated through the space. *Buzz.* The Devouring Bug abruptly looked up. What did it see? Martial Daos! Streams of Martial Daos, one after another. Densely packed like a colossal woven web, they blanketed the entire interior of the Dao body. Every single inch of the Dao body was saturated with Martial Daos. A full ten thousand kinds of Martial Daos. And every single one was perfected. The sheer shock stunned the Devouring Bug into a daze. It could distinctly sense the terrifying power contained within those ten thousand Martial Daos. The Devouring Bug could never have conceived that anyone would harbor such horrific forces inside their own body. Why did the inside feel even more dangerous than the outside? *Boom!* Lu Changsheng gave the creature no chance. He mobilized all ten thousand Martial Daos at once. In the next instant, the ten thousand Martial Daos erupted with a thunderous roar. A horrific wave of power instantly engulfed the Devouring Bug. Ordinarily, the Devouring Bug possessed a rather resilient physique. Yet it had walked right into the trap of its own accord. It had burrowed into Lu Changsheng's Dao body, placing itself directly before ten thousand Martial Daos. What else was there to say? Naturally, Lu Changsheng gladly accepted this "generous gift." Ten thousand Daos detonated. "Ah—" The Devouring Bug let out a shrill scream. Without the slightest chance of survival, it was instantly reduced to dust. The Devouring Bug was obliterated inside Lu Changsheng's Dao body. Though none could witness it with their eyes, they had sensed its aura with absolute clarity. Moreover, they had just heard what sounded like the Devouring Bug's agonizing shriek echoing faintly from within Lu Changsheng's Dao body. Immediately following that, the Devouring Bug's aura vanished entirely. A vanished aura signified only one outcome. Death! The Devouring Bug was dead as well! "What? Even the Devouring Bug died?" "That was a Devouring Bug! A renowned, powerful race in the Boundary Sea! Once a Devouring Bug enters a living creature's body, it is like a fish in water—the battle is essentially decided. How could it be the one to die?" "For a Devouring Bug to die after entering a body is not unprecedented, but it is exceedingly rare. This man is unfathomable." "Is the divine item truly about to be taken away by him?" "His strength is earth-shattering; he must be a top-tier Limit Realm expert. A divine item is precious, but I have no desire to throw away my life." Witnessing the death of even the Devouring Bug, several Limit Realm powerhouses began to harbor thoughts of retreat. After all, the Devouring Bug's reputation was too great. It had even burrowed inside Lu Changsheng's Dao body, yet it had still perished. This sent a chill through the hearts of many Limit Realm figures. Lu Changsheng noticed that many of the experts who had been poised to charge forward now hesitated, their steps faltering. Evidently, the Devouring Bug's demise had struck fear into their hearts. Lu Changsheng had not even resorted to his Phenomenal Image of Heaven and Earth. It could only be said that his current prowess was simply too immense. So formidable that even amidst the clash of myriad races in the Kunwu World, he remained exceptionally dominant! Lu Changsheng cast a glance toward the female martial artist. His ability to seize the divine item was largely thanks to her. Had he not left a piece of his flesh and blood inside the woodcarving she carried, he could never have acquired the divine item so smoothly. Once another obtained it, even if Lu Changsheng possessed immense strength and could forcefully wrest it away, there would always be risks involved. What if the other party possessed superb escape arts and fled straightaway? If that happened, Lu Changsheng's vast might would be of little use. "Time to go!" The hesitation of the Limit Realm experts presented the perfect opportunity. Without delay, Lu Changsheng summoned the Flowing Light Boat. He scooped up the woman and leaped aboard. In terms of sheer speed, the Flowing Light Boat was an absolute pinnacle treasure for flight and travel. *Whoosh!* The Flowing Light Boat engaged, instantly transforming into a streak of flowing light that vanished beyond the horizon. "On the night of the full moon, the Golden Toad spits its pearl. That was indeed a divine item, but alas, we failed to claim it." "That man was formidable. Lying in wait within Feng City, he seized the prize the moment he moved." "Even a Devouring Bug died. The contention for this divine item proved far too grueling. Forget it, let us try our luck elsewhere. The Kunwu World holds far more than just this one divine item..." Many of the Limit Realm experts took it in stride. Though tinged with disappointment and regret, such was the nature of vying for divine items. Only one or two ever emerged victorious. As for the rest? They naturally returned empty-handed. Fortunately, divine items abounded within the Kunwu World. They seemed to appear in an endless stream. So long as one remained alive, opportunities would always present themselves. Thus, with Lu Changsheng's departure, the numerous Limit Realm experts dispersed and vanished without a trace. The riverbank returned to its former tranquility. It was as though the preceding spectacle had been nothing more than an illusion. Yet everyone in Feng City knew full well that it had been no mirage. That colossal, ten-thousand-zhang titan that spanned heaven and earth had truly appeared. Only, who was he? Almost nobody knew. *** At that moment, Lu Changsheng was crushing spirit crystals to power the Flowing Light Boat at full speed, putting vast distance between himself and Feng City. Lu Changsheng felt no attachment to Feng City. He had merely arrived there upon entering the Kunwu World. Now that he had secured a divine item, it was only natural to put as much distance behind him as possible. If someone came looking for trouble, Lu Changsheng did not fear them, but it would undoubtedly be a nuisance. Within the Kunwu World, he dared not act carelessly. Especially considering that divine dynasties existed here; if a national divine item were deployed, even Lu Changsheng would face immense peril. Therefore, fleeing as far as possible was the wisest course. Disappearing without a trace was ideal. Lu Changsheng flew for an unknown distance before eventually descending into a mountain forest. Finding a cavern, he settled inside to rest. Though called rest, he was actually inspecting the divine item. The female martial artist was also in the cavern. Lu Changsheng had other plans for her. She possessed an aura of fortune, marking her as someone favored by the fortune of the Kunwu World. Such individuals were bound to attract divine items to some degree. To Lu Changsheng, this was of immense value. Hence, even when making his getaway, he had brought her along. The female martial artist behaved with utter obedience. Before a "godly being" like Lu Changsheng, she dared not harbor the slightest thought of defiance. Lu Changsheng sat cross-legged in the cave, while the woman tucked herself into a corner, keeping silent and merely watching him in quiet apprehension. Lu Changsheng paid her no heed for the moment. With a flick of his wrist, a translucent, crystalline pearl radiating a faint azure glow appeared in his palm. It was his greatest harvest from this excursion—the divine item! However, this was the first time Lu Changsheng had ever obtained or even laid eyes upon a divine item. Though he did not yet know how to employ it, that posed no problem; he could observe it at leisure. After all, divine items came in various kinds: combat items, auxiliary cultivation items, defensive items, and more. Among them, auxiliary cultivation items were the most precious. No matter how fine an external object was, it remained external. Only power gained by one's own self counted as true strength! Of course, obtaining a national-grade combat divine item would be a different story altogether. Yet a prize derived from the "Golden Toad spitting its pearl under the full moon" was exceedingly unlikely to be a national-grade item. With a thought, Lu Changsheng enveloped the divine item with his consciousness. As his consciousness wrapped around the artifact and probed inward, his mind jolted violently. *Boom!* At the same time, a strand of information surged into his thoughts. *Tianhe Heavy Water Bead: can be used to forge an Innate Water Spirit Body.* Lu Changsheng froze momentarily. *Innate Water Spirit Body?* This seemed to be a special constitution concerning the physical form. Yet what was a spirit body? What made an Innate Water Spirit Body so special? Lu Changsheng carefully sorted through the information in his mind and indeed found the crucial passage: *One who forges a spirit body may attain the Sovereign Realm!* *One who forges a divine body may attain the Ancestor Realm!* *One who forges an immortal body may attain the Immortal Realm!* Lu Changsheng's heart quaked. Crucial information! This was the true secret! Sovereign Realm, Ancestor Realm, and Immortal Realm! Lu Changsheng remembered vividly that Martial Ancestor Jidao had once stated that the Ancestor Realm was the highest realm in the Boundary Sea, the absolute ceiling. Yet what was this now? The Immortal Realm! Information regarding an Immortal Realm had abruptly surfaced within the Kunwu World. Lu Changsheng even recalled the scenes he had witnessed when refining the Immortal Blood. Among them, the Giant Spirit Ancestor had seemed to far surpass the Ancestor Realm. Back then, Lu Changsheng had harbored doubts, burying the question deep in his heart. Reflecting on it now, perhaps the Giant Spirit Ancestor had not been in the Ancestor Realm at all, but rather the Immortal Realm! The Immortal Realm stood above the Ancestor Realm! *The opportunity within the Kunwu World is the Immortal Realm!* *Yet how rare must divine items capable of forging an immortal body be?* *The information indicates that divine items in the Kunwu World able to forge an immortal body can be counted on one hand.* *Virtually all the Limit Realm powerhouses in the Kunwu World fight over divine items that forge divine bodies. To forge a divine body and attain the Ancestor Realm is already a fortune that can be wished for but rarely met.* *Furthermore, whether one forges a spirit body or a divine body in the Kunwu World, one may only forge a single kind. A choice must be made.* Thoughts flashed through Lu Changsheng's mind in rapid succession. This Tianhe Heavy Water Bead forged an Innate Water Spirit Body. Once the Innate Water Spirit Body was forged, one could reach the Sovereign Realm. To many Limit Realm experts, this was an invaluable opportunity. Yet to Lu Changsheng, was attaining the realm of Martial Dao Sovereign not already a matter of course, within arm's reach? How could this count as an opportunity for him? Without the slightest hesitation, Lu Changsheng made up his mind. He would not consider an innate spirit body under any circumstances. If he were to consider anything, it would have to be at least a divine body! In truth, Lu Changsheng understood the deepest yearning of his heart. An immortal body! What he truly desired was an immortal body! The Tianhe Heavy Water Bead in his hand was temporarily of no use to him. However, divine items had a crucial limitation: they could not be taken outside. No matter what kind of divine item it was, none could leave the Kunwu World. Techniques for spirit bodies or divine bodies could be taken outside without issue and cultivated in the Boundary Sea. Yet the key was that the divine items needed to lay the foundation for a spirit body or divine body existed exclusively within the Kunwu World. Without these divine items, one could not establish the foundation. How could one cultivate them? As a result, even though many races in the Boundary Sea knew of the spirit bodies and divine bodies in the Kunwu World—and even possessed the relevant cultivation methods—they were powerless to cultivate them. They simply lacked the divine items. To date, these divine items appeared to be unique to the Kunwu World. This was precisely the primary reason why the Kunwu World continuously drew the myriad races into relentless contention. *Since a divine item cannot be taken outside, and I have no intention of using it myself, yet I am truly curious about the spirit bodies forged by divine items...* Lu Changsheng's thoughts shifted, and his gaze turned toward the female martial artist. Divine items could be utilized by anyone, whether life-forms from the Boundary Sea or natives of this world. The only distinction was that natives of the Kunwu World seemed bound by an invisible rule. They could only cultivate methods tied to divine items. They could not cultivate any other Boundary Sea methods at all, or if they did, the arts proved entirely ineffective. Moreover, if they used a divine item to cultivate a spirit body or divine body, they could not leave the Kunwu World before the body reached perfection. And until a spirit body or divine body reached perfection, it had no effect on longevity. Without achieving perfection in the spirit body, one's lifespan would not increase by a single day. Their lifespan amounted to mere decades at best. To attain a spirit body, or even a divine body, within several decades was nothing short of a pipedream. It was simply too difficult! This was precisely why over countless years, the native inhabitants who had brought a spirit body to great achievement, rivaling the Sovereign Realm and leaving the Kunwu World, could be counted on one hand. Even if such fortunate individuals managed to reach great achievement in a spirit body and finally broke free of the Kunwu World, what good did it do? A spirit body at great achievement was merely on par with a Martial Dao Sovereign. Yet waiting hungrily outside the Kunwu World was a pack of ravenous figures in the Ancestor Realm! Those natives who had struggled so hard to master a spirit body and dreamed of escaping the Kunwu World were captured by the Ancestors the moment they emerged. Not a single one ever managed to flee. To the natives, the Kunwu World was a cage. Yet was it not also a cage that protected them? Once they stepped outside, their predicament became far more perilous! Nevertheless, Lu Changsheng still intended to test the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead on a native inhabitant of the Kunwu World. His primary aim was research. He wanted to see what a spirit body truly was and what capabilities it possessed. The female martial artist before him was an ideal candidate. "What is your name?" Lu Changsheng asked abruptly. "Me?" "I... my name is Zhao Shuying." The name did not sound like that of a common pugilist. Yet Lu Changsheng could not be bothered to pry into her background. Bringing out the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead, he said calmly, "Lady Zhao, this is a divine item called the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead. It allows one to cultivate a spirit body and wield immense strength. As a martial artist, you have likely heard of divine items. "I shall grant you this Tianhe Heavy Water Bead now to lay the foundation of a spirit body. "However, as this involves a divine item of great consequence, I must place a restriction in your soul as a precaution. Are you willing?" Lu Changsheng certainly would not hand a divine item to Zhao Shuying without measures. As for the restriction in her soul, it was merely a minor precaution. If she could bring the spirit body to great achievement, rivaling a Martial Dao Sovereign, his minor restriction would naturally lose its efficacy. Yet the likelihood of that was exceedingly slim. How many years had passed since a native of the Kunwu World mastered a spirit body? Hundreds of years? Thousands of years? The exact duration was unclear, but it had surely been an extraordinarily long time. Lu Changsheng did not believe Zhao Shuying could achieve a perfected spirit body simply because she carried a bit of fortune. It was not that simple. "A restriction..." Zhao Shuying had heard vague tales that certain godly beings possessed bizarre methods to control others. Evidently, "placing a restriction" was one such technique. Once restricted, her life and death would be entirely in Lu Changsheng's hands. Yet even without a restriction, could he not already control her life and death at will? If she agreed to let him hold her life in his hands, she would gain the chance to obtain a divine item. And with a divine item, there might come a day when she could break free of his control. Both choices carried pros and cons. Yet for Zhao Shuying, what other choice did she truly have? "I am willing!" Zhao Shuying resolved. "Very well." Lu Changsheng pointed a finger. *Swish!* A point of dark light instantly flew into Zhao Shuying's body, entrenching itself firmly within her soul and physical form. Even if her flesh was suppressed by the spirit body later, her soul could not suppress it. His restriction would remain effective. Before she reached the realm of Martial Dao Sovereign, Lu Changsheng held complete dominion over her life and death. Only in this way could Lu Changsheng feel entirely at ease. Otherwise, why would he casually hand over such a precious divine item? "Take it. The divine item is yours." "This is the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead, capable of helping you establish the foundation of an Innate Water Spirit Body." "Ponder it on your own." Lu Changsheng tossed the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead directly to Zhao Shuying. Ordinary people could not peer into the information inside a divine item. All they needed to do was drip blood upon it. Then, the information would naturally reveal itself. However, obtaining a divine item still posed a test of one's comprehension and innate talent. If one could not even lay the foundation of a spirit body upon receiving a divine item, they were utter trash. Should that happen, Lu Changsheng could reclaim the bead at any time. Thus, whether she could refine the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead depended entirely on Zhao Shuying herself. Lu Changsheng would not interfere further. "A divine item!" Zhao Shuying trembled with excitement. She had come to Feng City merely to broaden her horizons. As for obtaining a divine item? Though she had indulged in such fantasies before, she had always known they were unrealistic. Yet who could have imagined that a divine item now lay right before her eyes, ready for the taking! Taking a deep breath, Zhao Shuying calmed her racing heart. She knew full well that this divine item was bestowed by the "godly being" before her. Her very life and death rested in his hands. However, so long as she made good use of this divine item, hope remained. Drawing a dagger, she sliced her finger. Drops of fresh blood fell onto the divine item. *Buzz.* A radiant emerald glow flared, instantly enveloping Zhao Shuying. A flood of information regarding the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead rushed into her mind, granting her awareness of spirit bodies, divine bodies, and the like. Yet how could she afford to aim too high right now? Laying the foundation of the spirit body as quickly as possible was the priority. Following the steps outlined in the information, she began attempting to refine the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead. *Hum...* The emerald light of the bead deepened, wrapping tightly around Zhao Shuying. Lu Changsheng could sense that the power of the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead was genuinely dissipating bit by bit. Or rather, its power was steadily flowing into Zhao Shuying's body, transforming into her foundation. The energy of the divine item was reshaping her physique inch by inch. The process was agonizingly painful. Yet Zhao Shuying possessed an innate grit. Gritting her teeth tightly, she bore the excruciating agony. She had to succeed! If she failed, she could not refine the bead or lay the foundation for the spirit body. If she proved useless even with a divine item placed right before her, she would hold no value whatsoever. When that time came, would the "godly being" allow her to live? Zhao Shuying had to succeed! "Hmm?" "Her fortune has grown denser..." A gleam flashed in Lu Changsheng's eyes. As the power of the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead merged into Zhao Shuying, he sensed that the aura of fortune upon her was increasing, turning noticeably thicker. Fortune was ethereal, yet tangible. Many knew of fortune, but few could utilize it. Lu Changsheng, however, began to form an idea. Zhao Shuying truly seemed blessed with fortune, and after refining the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead, her fortune had not diminished in the slightest—it had actually grown. This proved she was by no means ordinary. Keeping her had been the right choice. Time trickled by. One shichen, three shichen, five shichen, eight shichen, ten shichen... A full day elapsed. For twelve full shichen, Zhao Shuying remained immersed in refining the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead. When the final wisp of azure radiance was refined and absorbed into her body, the bead lost its luster entirely. *Crack.* The Tianhe Heavy Water Bead fractured, crumbling into fine powder that dispersed with the breeze. *Whoosh.* Zhao Shuying opened her eyes. "I... I succeeded?" She looked down at her hands, her voice trembling with sheer exhilaration. "Yes, you succeeded. You have likely established the foundation of the Innate Water Spirit Body." "However, it is merely a foundation. You must continue cultivating before you stand a chance at bringing the spirit body to perfection!" Lu Changsheng paused briefly, then added, "Now, show me the capabilities of the Innate Water Spirit Body." Zhao Shuying looked at Lu Changsheng, then extended her hand. *Splash.* A sphere of clear water abruptly manifested before her, rapidly expanding in volume. This water did not appear out of thin air; rather, it was continuously condensed from the ambient moisture in the air. "Water manipulation?" Lu Changsheng was not overly surprised. For an Innate Water Spirit Body, was manipulating water not completely natural? Besides, this was hardly a formidable ability. "Strike me with a full-force punch," Lu Changsheng instructed. Understanding that he wished to test the spirit body's strength, Zhao Shuying nodded. She threw a punch at Lu Changsheng with all her might. *Rumble!* Lu Changsheng deflected the strike with the power of his Martial Dao, carefully evaluating the force. "Hmm, roughly at the level of a Martial Saint." "Impressive. An ordinary mortal, having just refined the Tianhe Heavy Water Bead and merely laid its foundation, can instantly wield power comparable to a Martial Saint?" A flicker of amazement crossed Lu Changsheng's eyes. This was indeed remarkable. Reflecting on his own journey along the martial path, how long had it taken him to cultivate to the Martial Saint realm? And Zhao Shuying? Twelve shichen... Yet on second thought, this was the Kunwu World, a battleground for the myriad races. Even Ancestors flocked here like ducks to water, dispatching their people in pursuit of opportunities. It was only natural that this place possessed such extraordinary qualities. Were it not so, why would the myriad races fight tooth and nail for all manner of divine items? Perhaps this was the true power of a divine item. Truly miraculous! "Do you possess any other techniques?" Lu Changsheng asked. Without hesitation, Zhao Shuying answered, "The Innate Water Spirit Body seems capable of condensing heavy water. A single drop of heavy water weighs one hundred and eight thousand jin, though it requires a great deal of time to condense just one drop." Lu Changsheng was slightly astonished. A single drop weighing one hundred and eight thousand jin? Such weight meant little to a Heavenly Saint, but the key lay in its concentration—a tiny droplet carrying one hundred and eight thousand jin of mass. Unleashed through the Innate Water Spirit Body, its destructive power would multiply. Reaching the level of a Heavenly Saint would certainly be no issue. "How does one cultivate the Innate Water Spirit Body?" Lu Changsheng asked further. "One must seek out water-attributed divine items." "If relying solely on self-cultivation, it would likely take thousands or tens of thousands of years to reach perfection..." Zhao Shuying looked at Lu Changsheng with complex emotions. Never mind thousands or tens of thousands of years—she had a lifespan of merely several decades. Without water-attributed divine items, she would never be able to complete the spirit body in this lifetime.