After a few days, as the 108th Xuantian Monastery people-- disciples, elders and Sect leader Ling Yunzi, transferred to the 1st Xuantian Monastery, Long Chen's Master Pill Emperor Yun Qi, his Wife and Elder Xie had also arrived with Elder Yun Qi bringing Many Earth Flame Seeds -- Rewarded by the Elder from Pill Valley during his arrival for ab upcoming competition.
While letting everyone who had not refined the Dragon Blood Essence from Dragon Blood Legion as well as the elders-- Long Chen with Master Yun headed towards a Volcano which had almost dried up as a Blue Coloured Serpentine Flame lingered at the Centre absorbing the surrounding Flame Energy.
With his master's help, Long Chen easily transferred the Flame to the Primal Chaos bead and also gave many beast flames and a few Earth Flame Seeds to it for food and nutrition to grow strong except for one Earth Flame Seed which he had refined himselfas his Core Flame.
And so, succeeding, they returned to the 1st Xuantian Monastery.
A Few Days Later--
Under the boundless night sky, a storm of heavenly energy roared as Long Chen sat cross-legged at the peak of the Xuantian Monastery's Celestial Platform within a secluded chqmber currently being guarded by Elder Xie who has carved some sort of Formation on each platforms where Dragon Blood Legion members as well as Elder Tu Fang, Sect Leader Ling Yunzi and Master Yun and his Wife.
And all the olatforms formation is intricately carved along with a enormous Formation below the platforms.
As Long Chen released the Dragon Veins and Dragon Blood Essence from the Primal Chaos bead below the Platforms in ground andaround everyone within the formation, countless golden Dragon Veins shone, intertwining like an intricate web, pulsating with an ancient force.
These were the Heaven and Earth Dragon Veins, sources of Karmic Essence of Soul and Energy of Heaven and Earth.
Around Long Chen, his Dragon Blood Legion warriors sat in formation, their bodies tense, as they absorbed the world's energy, preparing for the same transformation. Elder Xie, the once-mysterious powerhouse, stood silently nearby, his gaze deep, as if he saw through the mysteries of this ancient inheritance.
At the center of it all was Master Yun, Long Chen's master, and beside him, his wife, their bodies bathed in a golden aura, awaiting their turn for refinement and the reason for them incenter was that they all had the strongest physique except that Master Yun and his Wife were both strong Cultivators at Foundation Forging Realm and Sea Forming Realm respectively.
This was their moment—a moment that would define their future, a moment that would shatter their limitations and bring them one step closer to absolute transcendence.
"Now, I will Begin the Refinement," Elder Xie commanded, his voice filled with authority.
At his words, he started a small chant causing the Dragon Veins began to tremble, their energy surging toward him and his comrades. The entire monastery quaked as a formless power descended, wrapping around their bodies.
As the golden light flooded their bodies, Long Chen and the others felt an explosive force surging within them. It was a force far beyond their normal cultivation—it was filled with intense Ancient Qi with traces of Primal Qi.
Everyone gritted theur teeth as they activated the Heaven Dragon Soul Refinement Technique, a secret method to absorb the Karmic Energy of Heaven and Earth from the Heaven Dragon Veins and convert the absorbed into a Body-Soul Essence.
Everyone groaned in pain, their veins bulging as their bodies struggled to contain the foreign force.
Elder Xie, with his deep cultivation, barely flinched, already in sync with the dragon energy.
The energy of the Dragon Veins rapidly condensed within them.
Some warriors found themselves forming a Heaven Dragon Soul but the size was definitely small around a few hundred meters showing their talent and Spiritual Strength being on the lower spectrum.
A handful, including some strong members of the Dragon Blood Legion, managed to refine a longer Heaven Dragon Soul of a few thousand meters long-- their potential allowing them to reach greater heights.
Only a select few, including Ling Yunzi, Master Yun Qi's wife, Lu Fang'er, Meng Qi, Chu Yao, Xiao Hua, etc... who were inept in utilizing Spiritual Energyand mostly used Spiritual Strength managed to refine the Heaven Dragon Soul of Ten thousand meters long.
And finally Elder Xie, Long Chen and Master Yun were the only ones who had managed to refine the Heaven Dragon Soul of tens of thousands of meters long shocking everyone.
Draconic Roars Shook the entire Monastery.
Behind Everyone, a golden Dragon Soul materialized—a massive ethereal dragon, its scales glistening with divine brilliance. The others also manifested their own draconic forms, each based on their soul and physical talent.
The Heaven Dragon Soul had fully formed, marking the first step in their evolution.
As soon as the Heaven Dragon Souls formed, a sudden transformation occurred. The soul energy within them synchronized with their physical body and world energy--Qi, forming what was known as the Supreme Trinity.
A deep force settled within Long Chen, his very essence shifting, as if the laws of the world bent slightly in his favor.
"Now, time for Supreme Trinity." said Elder Xie.
The Supreme Trinity refers to the three fundamental aspects of a cultivator's existence: Soul, Body, and Energy. In most cases, these three elements operate independently, each playing its part in the cultivator's cultivation. However, when the cultivator reaches a pivotal stage, they are tasked with merging these aspects into a singular, unified force.
Soul (SHI): The soul represents the essence of the cultivator's consciousness, will, and inner strength. It is the seat of the mind, intellect, and spiritual energy.
Body (KI): The body is the physical vessel through which the cultivator's martial arts are manifested. It holds the cultivator's physical strength and resilience, enabling them to perform feats that transcend ordinary human abilities.
Energy (QI): Energy refers to the spiritual force or cosmic energy that permeates the universe. In cultivation, this energy is drawn from the environment, the world, and the universe itself. It powers techniques and strengthens the cultivator's body and soul.
If these three components can be brought into alignment, merging to form a single, unified force known as the Supreme Trinity. This is the essence of understanding the unity of the universe—body, mind, and energy—manifested in a cultivator's being.
As told by Elder Xie, everyone performed and the three forces merged perfectly within the., creating the Supreme Trinity.
The Dragon Blood Legion warriors roared in unison, their power amplifying as their Supreme Trinity formed.
Elder Xie's aura surged explosively, An Astral Star Sphere and A Core Blood Essence with an Ancient Rune stabilizing at a terrifying new level as they were a part of his cultivation when alive and his sole inheritancereminding of his past as well as his key to overgrowth in near-future.
Master Yun and his wife underwent a deep transformation, their bodies now radiating youthful vitality and divine energy.
For the first time in their lives, they had broken through a major limiting factor—their body, soul, and energy were now one, making them far stronger than ever before.
As the Supreme Trinity formed, a mysterious force descended upon them—this was the time to awaken the Martial Dao Rune.
The Martial Dao Rune is a unique and powerful manifestation that represents a cultivator's understanding and mastery over their Martial Dao path. This process is the culmination of years of hard work, spiritual cultivation, and the forging of one's personal martial intent. To form the Martial Dao Rune, a cultivator must first realize their Martial Dao path, which is essentially their life's martial philosophy, forged through constant practice, struggle, and understanding of their body, mind, and the world.
The first step in forming the Martial Dao Rune is the realization of one's Martial Dao path. A cultivator must understand their unique martial philosophy, which reflects their personal strengths, weaknesses, and the techniques they have mastered. This path is a deep connection to their own inner self, as well as the world around them. It could be a path of Sword Dao Path, Bustling Dao Path, Emotion Svering Dao Path , or any other form of Martial Dao Path. The Martial Dao path is not simply about techniques or combat styles; it is a spiritual journey that reflects the cultivator's understanding of life, the universe, and the harmony between their soul and their martial practice.
As the cultivator comprehends the essence of their path, their martial intent is solidified, and their heart aligns with their true desires in martial cultivation.
After realizing their Martial Dao path, the next step is to merge their martial intent with the Ancestral Rune stored within their Dantian. This rune is a symbol of a cultivator's heritage and the martial power embedded in their bloodline.
The cultivator's spiritual energy must flow toward this rune, connecting their own martial intent with the energies contained within. This connection ignites a spark of transformation within the Dantian, fusing the martial intent with the profound power of the Ancestral Rune. The combination of these forces creates a new, powerful Rune that resonates with the cultivator's unique Martial Dao path.
With the merging complete, the new Martial Dao Rune is formed. This Rune is an intricate and powerful symbol that represents the cultivator's martial essence and the synthesis of their intent and energy. The Martial Dao Rune takes shape in the cultivator's Dantian or can manifest externally as an ethereal, glowing symbol, signifying their martial prowess and inner unity.
Once formed, the Martial Dao Rune becomes the foundation upon which the cultivator's combat abilities, and martial growth are built. It enhances their perception, understanding and even their spiritual senses, allowing them to tap into deeper levels of martial power and further refine their Martial Dao path.
The Martial Dao Rune is not a simple symbol but a tangible expression of the cultivator's soul, body, and energy. It channels their martial power, allowing them to manipulate energy and enhance their martial skills. The formation of this Rune signals the cultivator's transcendence to a higher level of understanding and mastery in their path.
As the Martial Dao Runes took form, it was then to be merged as core with the Manifestation of Supreme Trinity.
The process of merging the Supreme Trinity with the Heavenly Dao Rune as the core is an intricate and intense journey that intertwines the cultivator's very essence, soul, and martial intent into an unbreakable unity. This process not only alters the cultivator's understanding of their Dao but also brings their body, soul, and energy into perfect harmony. As the cultivation reaches higher realms, this merger becomes the key to unlocking unimaginable power and enlightenment
For the cultivator to merge the Supreme Trinity with the Heavenly Dao Rune, the Rune becomes the central axis around which the soul, body, and energy revolve. It is not simply a passive symbol but an active, living force that channels the energy of the universe into the cultivator's being. This Rune is drawn deep from the Dantian, the center of the cultivator's essence, and represents the alignment of the spiritual path and the martial path. It connects the cultivator to the very forces of nature, giving them access to a wellspring of infinite potential.
The merging of the Supreme Trinity with the Heavenly Dao Rune is an arduous process. It begins by uniting the cultivator's soul with their martial intent, which forms the foundation for their cultivation path. This fusion creates a resonance that vibrates through the cultivator's body and energy. This resonance initiates the alignment of the three forces into one powerful singularity.
First Phase: The Soul's Convergence
The cultivator begins by focusing on their soul, diving deep into the very core of their spiritual essence. The Heavenly Dao Rune resonates with the soul's energy, amplifying its spiritual power. At this stage, the soul begins to align itself with the Heavenly Dao, understanding the greater purpose behind the individual's martial path. The soul merges with the Dao Rune, establishing a connection that allows the cultivator to perceive the world with unprecedented clarity. The Rune starts to glow, emanating spiritual energy that forms the foundation for the rest of the merger.
Second Phase: The Body's Alignment
Once the soul is synchronized with the Heavenly Dao Rune, the cultivator shifts their focus to their body. The process of body tempering comes into play here, with the cultivator's physical form being refined and strengthened by the cosmic energy. The Qi flows into the body, invigorating every cell and enhancing the physical structure. The Heavenly Dao Rune now acts as a conduit for the energy to flow seamlessly throughout the body. This brings a mutual strengthening between the soul and body, reinforcing their bond as the cultivator's physical abilities are elevated to extraordinary levels.
Third Phase: Energy Integration
In this phase, the cultivator begins to merge their energy with the Dao Rune. The Qi that was once external becomes a part of the cultivator's internal force. The energy of the world is absorbed through the body's meridians and channels, circulating with perfect harmony. The Heavenly Dao Rune acts as a vessel to stabilize and direct this vast energy, ensuring it flows without disruption. The cultivator now becomes a perfect channel for the cosmos' energy, with the Dao Rune at the center, directing energy through every part of their body, soul, and spirit.
Then came merger of the Starry Sky Manifestation and Supreme Trinity Manifestation which was an explosive and intricate process.
As Everyone's soul, body, and energy aligned, the celestial force of the Starry Sky intertwined with the Supreme Trinity's harmony.
The cosmic energy surged through their body, refining and strengthening their physical form while amplifying their soul's connection to the Astral World. The internal energy channels-- Meridians, Veins expanded, merging with the celestial power, as his consciousness expanded to perceive the cosmos.
The process was intense, fusing divine force with earthly harmony, unlocking unimaginable power and elevating them beyond their previous limits.
And most shockingly, their Celestial Manifestations also evolved while mutating a bit.
A warrior with a 3rd Grade Celestial Manifestation found themselves ascending to 4th Grade.
The strongest few even achieved the 6th Grade, pushing the limits of their Celestial Manifestation to new heights.
Normally, a cultivator would be restricted to the 9th Heaven Stage before attempting a major breakthrough. However, due to the fusion of the Supreme Trinity and the Martial Dao Rune, Long Chen's comrades found themselves breaking through to the 10th Heaven Stage Limit i.e. from Peak of 9th-Heaventhstage of Tendon Transformation Realm to the 10th-Heaventhstage of Tendon Transformation Realm.
Well even Master Yun's wife and Sect Leader Ling Yunzi reached 10th-Heaventhstage of Sea Forming Realm.
Their bodies surged with newfound Qi and soul energy, pushing them beyond normal cultivation limits.
The Dragon Blood Legion warriors felt their Qi pools expand, allowing them to hold far more energy than before.
Master Yun on other had reached a whole new level becoming a 8th-Grade Celestial.
Long Chen, standing at the peak, felt an almost divine presence within himself, a power that made him feel invincible.
As the final transformation took place, the cultivators' Spirit Roots began evolving with the weakest being at Heaven Grade Tier-1 Spirit Root and the others who already had Heaven Grade had their Spirit Root Grade upgraded by a few tiers.
And everyone also formed a Tier-1 Heaven Grade Spiritual Root and those such as Lu Fang'er, Meng Qi, Chu Yao, Master Yun, etc... who were user of Spiritual (Soul) Energy had it more enhanced.
Spirit Bones also began forming, though they were in a dormant "fake" state.
The Spirit Bones granted minor increases in strength, reaction time, and energy circulation.
What they don't know is that... Over time, with proper cultivation, these Spirit Bones would awaken into true Spirit Bones, capable of granting unparalleled martial prowess.
Ofcourse, for Long Chen and Elder Xie it was already a great shock that Spirit Roots and Spiritual Roots enhanced while Spirit Bone, though fake, formed.
As the process came to an end, the once were like normal cultivators had now evolved into warriors with talents capable of standing at the peak of the cultivation world.
Their bodies were stronger.
Their minds were sharper.
Their souls were nearly invincible to those of their level.
Long Chen clenched his fists, feeling the limitless power coursing through his veins. He had broken free of yet another shackle, his path to ascension now clearer than ever.
Long Chen roared with excitement:
"Now, with the Supreme Trinity formed and the Heaven Dragon Soul awakened, the Dragon Blood Legion is ready to face the heavens themselves."
Guo Ran and Mo Nian said together:
"And the heavens… would tremble before us."
To Be Continued...