However, he quickly found a peculiar force streaming out from the tiny wind tunnel. The force wrapped around his Spirit, calming the nearby violently churning wind stratum.
Upon realizing this, Zhou Yuan’s tense heart relaxed.
As such, he stopped resisting the beckoning force, allowing his Spirit to rise upwards and enter the tunnel. His Spirit rapidly flew through, heading straight into the depths of the wind stratum.
As the dark azure wind stratum rapidly flashed past him, the piercing howls and terrifying power within made him shiver in fear. If the protective power around him disappeared, his Spirit would be instantly destroyed.
“Master, please don’t trick your disciple…”
Zhou Yuan prayed in his heart.
His Spirit quickly advanced through the wind tunnel. After a long time, he was overjoyed to find that the thick dark azure wind layer around him had finally begun to thin.
Several dozen breaths later, the wind stratum completely disappeared as Zhou Yuan’s Spirit shot out.
As his Spirit hovered in the air, Zhou Yuan sensed that his surroundings had turned dark as if he was floating in the primal chaos of the beginning. His Spirit shuddered as he heard a familiar sound.
He slowly lifted his head, and a look of shock slowly climbed out on his face.
He was seeing an incomparably enormous mottled divine grindstone slowly revolving amidst the primal chaos. As the divine grindstone revolved, the surrounding space was turned into nothingness, returning to the chaos of the beginning…
Zhou Yuan’s Spirit violently shook as an almost inaudible but shocked murmur slowly emerged from his mouth and echoed across the primal chaos, “This is…the Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone?!”
Chapter 796 Transformative Stage
An endless mottled divine grindstone slowly revolved in the domain similar to primal chaos, creating infinite pressure and terror.
Zhou Yuan stared at it in shock. The mottled divine grindstone was all too familiar to him. Over the years, even he had lost count of how many times it had pulverized his Spirit.
Hence, he could say with utmost certainty that this mottled divine grindstone was definitely a Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone!
As for whether it was the Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone of legend, that would likely require some discussion…
Only now did he finally understand why he had felt something resonate when he activated the Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone Visualisation Method. The core of the Four Spirits Origin Tower was a Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone.
The shock in Zhou Yuan’s eyes slowly receded as he suddenly realized that there were countless specks of light rising from below like stars. It was an extremely magnificent scene.
“These light dots…are the offered origin coins?” Zhou Yuan’s heart shook. He had felt vital energy and Spirit power undulations from these specks of light.
Countless specks of light continued to arrive and gather below the divine grindstone.
The divine grindstone ground and crushed all the dots of light into extremely pure energy, then immediately sucked the resulting energy towards it. When this happened, Zhou Yuan saw four faint ancient Genesis Runes emerge from the grindstone’s enormous body…
The four Genesis Runes were nearly transparent but gave off mystical ancient auras. They appeared to absorb the pure energy before spraying out four different types of substances that fell like rain.
A flash of understanding struck Zhou Yuan. If his guess was correct, the four translucent ancient Genesis Runes on the mottled divine grindstone were the main bodies of the wind spirit rune, forest spirit rune, fire spirit rune and the mountain spirit rune!
“The offered vital energy and Spirit power is summoned here before having their impurities destroyed by the Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone, refining it into its purest form…
“This pure energy is offered to the main bodies of the four ancient Genesis Runes as nutrients, allowing them to create countless Genesis marks that are then scattered to the practitioners in four districts…”
Zhou Yuan’s face was filled with astonishment. This was a perfect cycle and should be the reason why the Four Spirits Origin Tower could keep operating forever.
Although it seemed simple when described, even Law Domain experts were incapable of refining the vital energy and Spirit power of numerous people into its purest form.
Only a Saint expert was capable of such a feat. However, a Saint expert was a supreme existence. How could anyone get such an almighty being to station here and help refine vital energy and Spirit power?
Fortunately, the Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone possessed this magical ability.
This was likely the main reason why only the Tianyuan Region had a Four Spirits Origin Tower.
“In addition…”
Zhou Yuan focused on the mottled divine grindstone. He could faintly sense that not all of the pure energy refined from the vital energy and Spirit power was used as material to create Genesis marks for the four districts. A portion was also being absorbed by the divine grindstone.
Zhou Yuan’s gaze flickered in thought before his heart suddenly shook in realization. The divine grindstone before him was not the one of legend but an imitation created by master Cang Yuan…
Strictly speaking, it could be considered a Genesis artifact and was possibly a Saint level Genesis artifact.
It was likely able to raise its level from absorbing the pure energy for many years…in fact, there may even come a day when it would evolve into the grindstone of legend.
“Could this be master Cang Yuan’s plan?” Zhou Yuan was overwhelmed by this discovery. If so, the Four Spirits Origin Tower was akin to killing three birds with a single stone. It was a specialty of the Tianyuan Region which promoted its reputation, a bait to draw many talented youngsters, and lastly a way to secretly nurture a legendary item.
If the day came where this divine grindstone truly evolved into the grindstone of legend, it would hold unimaginable allure for even Saint stage experts.
Zhou Yuan sighed deeply. However, he did not desire the Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone itself but was more interested in the four ancient Genesis Runes. Since the countless spirit runes created by the main bodies were already so amazing, what kind of wonders would the main bodies be capable of?
Unfortunately, he could only feast on them with his eyes and had no way of touching them.
Zhou Yuan’s Spirit awkwardly scratched its head, suddenly finding itself somewhat speechless. Was his Spirit drawn here merely to show him how amazing his master was?
“Alright you guys are amazing. May I go now since I’ve seen everything?” muttered Zhou Yuan as he gazed at the divine grindstone.
Bzz!
When Zhou Yuan’s voice rang out, the mottled divine grindstone seemed to vibrate for a brief moment. Next, Zhou Yuan watched in amazement as a stream of refined pure energy flew out from the divine grindstone and rushed towards him.
“Ahh…”
Zhou Yuan cried out in surprise. But before he could do anything, the stream of pure energy crashed into his Spirit.
Countless ripples emerged on his Spirit as it began to strengthen at an alarming speed.
“What the hell!”
The tremendous change nearly made Zhou Yuan jump in fright. He hurriedly seated himself and began cultivating the Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone Visualisation Method.
A divine grindstone turned, pulverizing and refining the pure energy.
Zhou Yuan’s Spirit began to glow a little as natural and ancient patterns slowly appeared on the surface of his Spirit.
A mystical and mysterious undulation faintly pulsed.
The divine grindstone continued to release streams of pure energy, seemingly intent on pouring everything into Zhou Yuan without caring whether he could withstand such an influx.
Zhou Yuan was stuck between a state of happiness and pain.
He was overjoyed that his Spirit was rapidly growing stronger, but in
pain because too much energy was flowing in, making his Spirit feel as if it was about to burst…
However, as more and more energy poured into his Spirit, Zhou Yuan discovered that the strange patterns that had appeared on his Spirit were improving his senses, allowing him to better feel his surroundings.
“These are…Spirit marks?”
Zhou Yuan’s heart shook. Spirit marks would appear when one’s Spirit reached a certain level, and they could improve one’s Spirit senses, allowing one to become more aware of the world around them.
They also symbolized stepping into the Transformative stage…
Zhou Yuan’s heart swelled, and he felt very blessed for a time.
He soon suppressed his churning feelings and began concentrating every fibre of his being into the Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone Visualisation Method. His Spirit suddenly enlarged, then shrank, then enlarged again…
As the seemingly endless stream of pure energy poured into him, more and more Spirit marks appeared on his Spirit.
This continued till a certain moment when the divine grindstone in his mind suddenly exploded, causing the entire world to fall silent.
An indescribable feeling of wonder rippled in Zhou Yuan’s heart.
He slowly opened his eyes. The world before him seemed to grow exceptionally clear. In fact, he could even sense how the astral winds were moving in the thick wind layer below.
He lowered his head to look at his Spirit body. Ancient patterns seemed to have been carved into his skin. The patterns gave off a faint flickering glow, allowing him to become extremely sensitive to his surroundings.
As he felt the surging Spirit power within him, Zhou Yuan took a step forward. His Spirit seemed to teleport, appearing several hundred feet away.
Spirit Shift!
Such speed was far from anything Zhou Yuan could achieve with his physical body.
Zhou Yuan’s heart trembled slightly before he extended his hand. Spirit power converged towards his palm, ultimately forming an invisible flame with a small pop.
Spirit fire!
Zhou Yuan could not stop himself from smiling. The surging excitement in his heart nearly made him howl with joy.
Neither Spirit Shift nor Spirit fire was achievable by the Corporeal stage…in other words, Zhou Yuan’s Spirit cultivation had finally reached the Transformative stage he had always dreamt of!
Ascending to perfection and capable of a thousand transformations. This was the Transformative stage!
Chapter 797 Break
Behind the wind stratum.
Zhou Yuan’s faintly glowing Spirit rapidly teleported about the area. The rush from having his speed reach new heights made Zhou Yuan feel as if he could continue forever.
It was a long time later before he finally stopped; though there were still traces of excitement on his face.
A Transformative stage Spirit was far stronger than one at the peak Corporeal stage.
Moreover, it was also much more practical…
A Transformative stage Spirit could take on a thousand different forms. It could meld into the surrounding space, and if used for spying, not even Heavenly Sun stage experts would be able to easily discover one’s presence.
Most importantly, a Transformative stage Spirit could create Spirit fire.
Spirit fire was the main mode of attack for a Transformative stage Spirit practitioner. Moreover, it could perfectly harmonize with Zhou Yuan’s offensive capabilities. Spirit fire could coat anything, including Genesis techniques, boosting their power.
If Zhou Yuan used the Devil Sweeping Sword Orb in the future, he would be able to not only amplify its power with the Heavenly Serpent Qi but also coat it in Spirit fire, boosting its power to even greater heights than when he had used it to defeat Jin Teng.
Zhou Yuan had worked hard for a long time in order to raise his Spirit cultivation to the Transformative stage, and he had only been lacking an opportunity to break through. The pure energy from the divine grindstone had undoubtedly been the final piece of the puzzle.
Zhou Yuan did his best to suppress the happiness in his heart before turning to face the divine grindstone. He bowed and gratefully said, “Thank you, elder divine grindstone.”
He knew that the divine grindstone had already gained some sort of consciousness.
It was perhaps precisely this consciousness that had allowed it to perceive Zhou Yuan, who cultivated the Primal Chaos Divine Grindstone Visualisation Method. It had then called out to him to give him this gift.
The giant divine grindstone faintly vibrated amidst the primal chaos, as if acknowledging him.
Zhou Yuan was overjoyed upon seeing this. He immediately said in an even more respectful manner, “Elder divine grindstone, could you give me a little of that pure energy if my Spirit is exhausted while training in the Four Spirits Origin Tower next time?”
The pure energy was refined from the vital energy and Spirit power of countless individuals, and it was tremendously beneficial to the Spirit. Zhou Yuan had already experienced how amazing it was earlier.
With such a supplement, Zhou Yuan believed that he would no longer have to worry about exhausting his Spirit in the Four Spirits Origin Tower.
Hence, Zhou Yuan deeply desired the pure energy from the divine grindstone.
Upon hearing Zhou Yuan’s request, the divine grindstone seemed to hesitate for a moment. In the end, it reluctantly responded with a tiny shake.
Zhou Yuan was overjoyed. “Elder divine grindstone, you truly are a good person. Since you’re generous, why not bestow me a few Genesis marks to help me complete a wind spirit rune!”
Rumble!
The divine grindstone violently shook, releasing a loud rumbling noise. Zhou Yuan felt the world begin to spin as he suddenly fell from the air, only able to hear wind howling around him.
After a few dozen breaths, Zhou Yuan’s Spirit returned to its senses. To his shock, he found that he was now below the dark azure wind stratum. The land below him clearly belonged to the wind district.
Zhou Yuan lifted his head to gaze at the raging dark azure wind stratum. Without the divine grindstone’s protection, he could clearly feel how terrifying the wind layer was.
I seem to have been kicked out by the divine grindstone?
Zhou Yuan’s expression turned somewhat resentful as he muttered, “Can’t even part with a few Genesis marks.”
He sighed as regret welled up within him. It seemed the divine grindstone was quite smart and could not be tricked into giving him Genesis marks. It was likely a matter of principle…and the rules of the tower could not be broken.
Fortunately, Zhou Yuan had not really expected the divine grindstone to grant his request. What was more, his act of ascending to the Transformative stage had already far surpassed his expectations.
“Thank you, elder divine grindstone. I’ll definitely come visit when I have time in the future!” Zhou Yuan bowed towards the wind layer, but there was no response.
Zhou Yuan did not mind at all. With a dazzle, his Spirit swiftly shrank turning into a fist-sized ball of light as it rapidly descended towards his body.
This was an advantage of the Transformative stage. The Spirit could now change size at will.
In addition, he was now much faster, making his return as swift as lightning.
In the short span of a hundred breaths, the mountain valley where he had left his body entered his senses.
However, just as Zhou Yuan was about to head back to the valley, his eyes suddenly flashed. His gaze immediately turned towards another direction as he frowned.
After his advancement to the Transformative stage, his Spirit senses had ascended to an entirely new realm. His Spirit senses could now extend to more than ten times their previous limit. As such, he could easily detect any Genesis Qi undulations within a hundred miles.
Zhou Yuan’s Spirit stood in the sky as he cast his gaze where several figures were gathered. His senses reached out, seeing everything that was happening as
rage surged in his eyes. Soon after, his Spirit swiftly darted towards the valley where his body was.
…
Thump!
A surge of Genesis Qi viciously blasted Liu Zhixuan’s chest, sending him flying. His body smashed into a cliff, causing him to vomit a mouthful of blood. His complexion was rather pale.
“Liu Zhixuan, you should know what’s good for you.”
Jin Teng stood with his hands behind his back. He icily stared at Liu Zhixuan and said, “Tell us which direction Zhou Yuan went in. You are not our target.”
Liu Zhixuan wiped away the blood at the corner of his mouth. An icy smile appeared on his handsome face, but he did not say a single word.
“Good, what a tough fellow you are. To think that someone who has just entered the wind pavilion dares to go against me.”
Rage surged in Jin Teng’s eyes. “Since you fail to appreciate my kindness, don’t blame me for what happens next. Although we’re not allowed to kill in the wind district, breaking an arm or a leg commonly happens. Do you really believe that deputy pavilion master Zhou Yuan will be able to protect you?”
He looked towards Lin Zheng and Wu Dao. “Break his arms and legs.”
Lin Zheng and Wu Dao revealed sinister smiles as their figures shot forward.
Liu Zhixuan circulated his Genesis Qi and tried to back away.
However, he was weaker than Lin Zheng and Wu Dao. As such, they caught up in a mere ten breaths. The two of them grabbed his arms from the left and right, making it impossible for him to move no matter how hard he struggled.
The two of them coldly said, “Are you going to tell us now?”
Spit.
Liu Zixuan spat out two mouthfuls of bloody spittle at them, refusing to give in.
His actions immediately enraged Lin Zheng and Wu Dao. Alarming power exploded from their hands, and they intended to crush Liu Zhixuan’s arms.
Bzz!
However, just as they had gathered their power, a loud sword cry suddenly rang out. Sword light pierced through the air, heading straight for the duo.
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