CHAPTER 748: CHAPTER 472: THE WORLD-DEVOURING MILLSTONE

The Eagle King’s eyes raised to the ninth heaven.

"That... just now, that principle of Dao Yun, can any of you fellow Daoists recognize what it is?" he asked.

The Wolf King slowly shook his head.

"A battle where two kinds of Dao Yun that we’ve never seen appear, this contest is truly intriguing."

The Ape Buddha leisurely spoke: "Is it a coincidence? Has Lu Chenzhou long since comprehended a Dao similar to Bai Shanhu’s?"

The upper echelons of the Martial Arts World all knew that Lu Chenzhou’s Dao is [World], thus they understood some of its characteristics. For example, the world can encompass other Dao, hence, they also knew Lu Chenzhou doesn’t only master one Dao. But the issue is, if this was Lu Chenzhou suddenly enlightened by Bai Shanhu and temporarily comprehended this Dao, it would be somewhat too far-fetched.

Li Jin pondered:

"This Dao feels even higher level than Bai Shanhu’s, the former is about tearing a space to erase it temporarily... while this vortex seems to fit some cosmological rules, forming a theoretically eternal rotating space black hole, truly a genius."

The other three Heavenly Kings shared a serious look.

"This Dao is too terrifying, from where does Lu Chenzhou get these amazing ideas? I’m starting to suspect if he’s being inhabited by the Great Power from the Primordial Mountain Cave Heaven."

"Indeed, it’s unequivocally a top-class Dao, directly addressing the essence of the universe like light and world. In comparison, the Dao of life and death or reincarnation, containing the rules of birth, aging, sickness, and death, is also somewhat inferior. Compared to the universe, life’s [life and death] is really trivial."

Li Jin said: "No wonder he’s a Great Grandmaster capable of the unity of heaven and man, Du Meng being defeated by one move is not unjust."

The Wolf King looked at Li Jin.

"Has Lu Chenzhou already achieved the unity of heaven and man?"

Li Jin nodded.

The Wolf King paused for a moment, then nostalgically remarked: "Times have changed. I could not have imagined that besides figures like Lv Ancestor and Zhang Ancestor with their immortal god-like bearings, people today can also achieve the unity of heaven and man as Great Grandmasters."

He has been cultivating for over four hundred years yet hasn’t achieved the unity of heaven and man.

The person before him is only in his forties.

Although without direct evidence, after achieving the unity of heaven and man, a Martial Artist’s perception typically improves.

Especially in the comprehension of Dao.

"What is this?!" Bai Shanhu couldn’t help but utter a voice filled with fear as the vortex in her palm inexplicably swallowed her flesh and this space into an unknown place.

Lu Chenzhou’s expression briefly changed, deciding immediately without hesitation, he drew his gun on the spot and severed Bai Shanhu’s right hand, yet he saw that right hand vanish in such an enigmatic manner. In the void, a grain-sized black dot twisted space, emanating mysterious principles, devouring everything around it.

Near the black dot.

Light, space, even time, were collapsing, as if everything didn’t matter anymore.

If Du Meng were present, he would be shocked to discover that this is precisely what he has longed for, the Devouring Skill!

Perhaps even more advanced!

The Black Hole Flow he created is merely a rudimentary form of the Devouring Skill. However, his comprehension was somewhat shallow, observing only the surface without seeing the fundamental rule.

Inspired by Bai Shanhu’s [Tear Dao], Lu Chenzhou constantly recalled that day when achieving unity of heaven and man, seemingly glimpsing an eternal rotating, world-annihilating rule akin to the [Doomsday Mill] amidst infinite rules, it is more terrifying than destruction, theoretically able to devour the world and all other rules, or rather, it is the root for the universe’s ultimate chaotic destruction...

At the core of the Martial Arts Tree, the chaos bubble, a tiny millstone emerged, different from all previous Dao, not appearing in bubble form.

[Rotation: First Rank (1%)]

"Rotation" is the name Lu Chenzhou gave to this Dao’s manifestation, well encapsulating the characteristics of that eerie vortex. Throughout the universe, from small like atoms and electrons in "rotation," to large like satellites, fixed star systems, even the spiral arms of galaxies are rotating, it’s gravity, electromagnetic force, the fundamental rules of all matter and life.

"Like the [World] Dao, this can no longer be simply defined as a top-class Dao. This type of Dao is the fundamental rule for world movement and change, the opposite of the world, my World Dao has been further perfected."

Lu Chenzhou’s eyes showed both joy and worry. "This Dao is too terrifying, though I have initially comprehended it, it seems I cannot control this power. Fortunately, my comprehension is quite shallow, otherwise, Bai Shanhu would be gone.

Even Taihang Mountain, and even the human world, could be drawn into that grain-sized [Rotation], engulfed by the great mill, all traces including the past would disappear.

This is true obliteration!

Past, present, future, everything along this side of the universe’s timeline, all seem as if they never existed!

Unless absolutely necessary, one must never employ [Rotation], if it went out of control, the consequences would be unimaginable. At the very least, understanding how to eliminate it is required before usage."

Bai Shanhu’s painful cries awakened Lu Chenzhou, engulfed in guilt, he directed the power of Withering and Flourishing combining with the Five Elements Treasure Qi into her right arm. To completely heal without damaging her cultivation, he employed the [Withering and Flourishing Technique], consuming a year’s lifespan before withdrawing his hand.

Bai Shanhu’s face turned pale, her eyes widened, watching a new arm grow back to its original state. She practiced her fist technique, without the slightest hindrance.

"I’m sorry, my move was just comprehended, didn’t expect it to have this effect, my apologies."

Lu Chenzhou cupped his fist and apologized.

Bai Shanhu calmed her mind and asked:

"Did you learn this trick from me just now?"

Lu Chenzhou smiled and said, "Sort of."

In truth, it was more influenced by Du Meng and the unity of heaven and man; Bai Shanhu’s Dao merely provided inspiration.

The Tear Dao is strong to a certain extent, yet it also has some limitations. Overall, it should be a common top-class Dao, being able to comprehend a Dao unprecedented is enough for this humble lady to be proud of.

To date, Lu Chenzhou has only comprehended two brand new Dao: [Withering] and [Rotation].

Bai Shanhu sighed: "I lost, although mentally prepared, seeing it firsthand is still astonishing. The gap in talent between people is truly unfathomable..."

Lu Chenzhou chuckled. "My talent is just so-so, mainly due to training diligently, working hard enough."

And Brother Tree...

In the multi-universe, how are there strong people not benefiting from extraordinary advantages!

If not, why compare yourself to others!

This point, Lu Chenzhou must acknowledge.

The Dragon King could achieve an unprecedented breakthrough seven in a century, still in the End of Dharma age; perhaps he enjoyed such advantages too...

Little Kai is also Kai.

"Wonderful, truly wonderful!"

Wu Long stood up and applauded vigorously.

"Watching the battle between the two of you, I feel ashamed. What right do I have to sit in this position?"

Wu Long’s Dao Heart collapsed.

Bai Shanh, Sword Embracing Tiger, Lu Chenzhou... These three juniors are much stronger than him. His Dao is ordinary, and his talent is ordinary. The only advantage he has is the Immortal Armor he was born with, deep foundations, and he walks a steady path.

The audience all stood up and applauded.

"Chief!"

"Chief!"

"A faction leader at the age of only 47, is this the youngest faction leader in history? Even the Three Extremes Heavenly King only took the title of Mountain Lord after a hundred years of age."

"Other large factions also don’t have such young leaders, as they need at least a Great Grandmaster cultivation."

"So he’s broken yet another record!"

"But wait, it’s not enough just to take first place, he also needs to gain the recognition of the Xuan Jun Seal... Ah, look, that Black Tiger has already run over to rub against his leg. In no time, Xuan Jun will completely take Lu Chenzhou’s form. In the martial battle arena, out of ten trophies, Lu and his master alone claim eight, while the rest of us divide the remaining two."

The Heavenly Kings were still reminiscing on the viewing stand.

"Lu Chenzhou had just healed Bai Shanh’s right hand with a kind of Dao Yun that is also unprecedented."

"Two brand new top-class Daos, both of which are outstanding among them. Is this the true way of the world?"

"Hahaha, the Wanxiang Dao flourishes!"

As the match ended, Wu Long came up to Lu Chenzhou and solemnly handed him the Mountain Lord Seal.

"Mr. Lu, restore the glory of the Tiger Form!"

Lu Chenzhou was confident and spirited.

"Leave it to me!"

In his mind, the Martial Arts Tree was already ninety thousand zhang high.

In this battle, he gained immensely. It wouldn’t be long before he could integrate the "Mountain Lord Inquiry Fist" and the "World Tiger Fist" and evolve it into a Supreme Divine Skill.

Buzz!

Without needing him to refine it, the Mountain Lord Seal, seemingly possessing spirituality, transformed into a ray of light and disappeared into his palm. With a thought, he traveled beyond the physical realm, once again reaching the Heavenly Martial World.

In the sky, Lv Ancestor flew past with Sword Control.

"Congratulations, young friend, for taking charge of the Xuan Jun."

Returning to reality, Lu Chenzhou opened his eyes and felt a mighty power looming over him, that needed just a thought to merge into his body. His momentum, even without using the Kun Character Technique, rose rapidly, approaching the End Realm, while an invisible force coalesced into Black Tiger Armor, merging with Yaksha Sea Flipping Armor.

"This is the power of Xuan Jun."

That day, Lu Chenzhou left Dragon City.

...

Three days later.

The Northern Guardian King, the Yellow River Old Ghost, personally came to the site where Lu Chenzhou and Bai Shanh fought, his expression grave.

In the void, a bean-sized vortex was devouring space, which was the residue of the power of rotation left by Lu Chenzhou.

Li Jin sighed helplessly.

"I originally thought this power would dissipate on its own in a few days, but unexpectedly, it grew from the size of a grain of millet to the size of a soybean. It’s growing... I asked Chenzhou about it, and he also doesn’t know how to eliminate it."

The Yellow River Old Ghost clicked his tongue in wonder.

"I’ve lived so long, yet I’ve never heard of such a Dao... Beiming, what do you think?"

The Northern Guardian King shook his head.

"I don’t understand either."

Li Jin: "I have a hunch that if it continues to evolve, this place might become an abyss that devours everything."

"I’ll have the Spirit of the Supreme Treasure take a look."

A black-robed apparition, indistinct in appearance, appeared out of thin air behind the Northern Guardian King, it was the Prison Tower Spirit.

The eyes of the powerful Heavenly Kings were filled with anticipation.

The Prison Tower Spirit extended a black chain composed of the Order and gently touched the black vortex.

Buzz—

The chain was then drawn in.

"Break!"

The Prison Tower Spirit immediately made a decision, letting the section of the chain be pulled in, then completely lost contact with it.

An incredibly raspy, incredulous voice came from the Prison Tower Spirit.

"This power is very similar to the Devouring Skill created by the great power of the Heavenly Dragon Sect, Black Annihilation Dragon Emperor, but it’s more advanced. It should not be controllable by a cultivator."

"Senior, how should we deal with it?"

After a moment of silence, the raspy voice continued:

"There is no solution."