Chapter 324 Land of All Beings

The small door rapidly expanded at a speed visible to the naked eye, and in an instant it became a giant door three zhang high and two zhang wide.

The giant gate has a dark and ancient feel to it. When it is shrunk, it is not very clear, but now that it has been magnified to this extent, it can be clearly seen that there are actually many patterns engraved on the gate.

These patterns form a very large picture scroll.

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Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan didn't get too close, but they were both observing the painting.

Furthermore, carefully examine the patterns.

Zhong Cai pointed to a corner on the right and suddenly said, "That giant python, doesn't it look like the Heavenly Crystal Ice Python?"

Wu Shaogan's gaze followed the movement and landed on the pattern.

Sure enough, in a corner of the door, a huge, crystal-white python coiled up, its head held high, the single horn on its head emitting a strange and sharp light.

Wu Shaogan said, "That's right."

Zhong Cai couldn't help but take a few more glances.

The same applies to Wu Shaogan.

As the two watched, the Heavenly Crystal Ice Python pattern, which was only about half the size of a palm, suddenly seemed to grow countless times larger, as if it had pulled the two into a strange space.

In that space, it was a world of ice and snow, cold everywhere, a vast expanse of white, where almost nothing could be seen clearly.

An endless blizzard swept across the land, turning the world white, yet it was also extremely desolate.

Suddenly, from a majestic snow-capped mountain, a one-horned python's head emerged, and judging by its appearance alone, it could be considered a top-tier "great beauty" among pythons.

The python's head playfully stretched and contracted twice, then suddenly rose up and slithered out of the snow cave with unparalleled smoothness, wandering freely.

From snowfields to the sky, from mountains to frozen lakes.

Unparalleled freedom and joy.

The python seemed to be having a great time, and for some reason, it suddenly turned around and revealed a strange expression.

In an instant, the entire space collapsed.

The giant python then disappeared without a trace.

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The couple came to their senses.

Zhong Cai looked at Wu Shaogan in surprise and asked, "Old Wu, did you see that just now?"

Wu Shaogan nodded: "The giant python swims freely."

Zhong Cai gasped, then exclaimed, "This Sect of All Beings is truly peculiar!"

Wu Shaogan nodded again.

The two looked at each other and suddenly had the same idea.

Zhong Cai said, "Let's look at a few more?"

Wu Shaogan responded, "Okay."

Following their long-standing habit, the two of them, with perfect understanding, both focused their gaze on the first pattern in the upper left corner.

The pattern, which looks like both a tortoise and a snake, is also only about half the size of a palm.

They watched together.

About three breaths later, the two of them were pulled into a strange space.

This time it was no longer a vast snowfield, but a boundless sea.

The sea was calm and still, and there seemed to be no sign of any living creature in any direction.

Suddenly, a huge vortex appeared in the center of the image!

As the vortex appeared, giant waves surged, and a colossal creature emerged from within it, quickly revealing most of its body. It exuded an incomparably terrifying pressure, suppressing all directions!

It was a huge black tortoise with two forked horns on its head, like dragon horns.

The black tortoise remained completely silent, showing no other reaction except for revealing its massive body, which was larger than a mountain.

However, a giant black snake was coiled around this black tortoise.

Judging by the giant snake itself, it is indeed enormous, but compared to the black tortoise, it is nothing more than a thin, rope-like black snake.

The surrounding waves had already formed a huge tide as the Xuan Turtle emerged, with giant waves soaring into the sky, as if countless walls of waves had appeared, and then rapidly surging outwards in all directions.

The black snake raised its head and roared, its voice surprisingly unlike that of ordinary snakes.

After the black serpent roared, the waves crashed even faster, and calmed down even more quickly...

A tortoise and a snake, seemingly one.

It seems like they can never be separated.

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Zhong Cai murmured, "Xuanwu."

Wu Shaogan nodded: "It is indeed an ancient rare beast, its power is so strong, it is no less than a true dragon."

Zhong Cai expressed her agreement.

There are many similarities between the world he lived in in his previous life and the fantasy world he lives in now, such as the appearance and naming of some kinds of beasts.

For example, the mythical beasts known in previous lives, such as the Black Tortoise, the True Dragon, the Vermilion Bird, the White Tiger, the Azure Luan, and the Phoenix, are no longer mythical beasts in this life, but they are still very powerful rare beasts that have been active in the world since an era much older than ancient times—perhaps the period when the world was formed.

They have the same name and similar appearance.

If we really want to calculate combat strength... perhaps the difference isn't that significant.

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The two visited several places in succession.

Beneath the Black Tortoise dwells the Fire Phoenix, capable of unleashing seas of fire; the Kunpeng, capable of soaring through the heavens and diving into the seas; and the True Dragon, capable of turning clouds into rain…

Every corner has a unique space, and they are all very impressive.

Just as she was getting into the swing of things, Zhong Cai suddenly felt dizzy and took a few steps back. She also felt a dull, stabbing pain in her head.

Wu Shaogan noticed instantly, quickly appeared behind Zhong Cai, and put his arm around him.

"A-Cai, what's wrong?"

Zhong Cai rubbed her temples, her face pale: "My soul power is exhausted, and my primordial spirit is a bit shaken."

Wu Shaogan quickly reached out and massaged Zhong Cai's forehead to relieve his pain.

At this moment, he also realized that most of his soul power had been consumed.

Moreover, it's not just about the consumption of soul power.

Wu Shaogan's internal energy was also significantly depleted.

Zhong Cai checked as well and said, "My profound energy is completely depleted."

The two suddenly realized that looking at the patterns on the door would consume their soul power and profound energy at the same time, and if they could not withstand it, they would be kicked out of the pattern space.

Zhong Cai exclaimed, "This thing is really terrifying!"

Wu Shaogan ruffled Zhong Cai's hair and said, "I had no intention of hurting anyone."

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That's true.

If you can't stand it, the door will automatically tell you to stop looking.

Actually, it's quite reliable.

Zhong Cai's cultivation level was lower, his spiritual power was thinner than Wu Shaogan's, and his profound energy was far inferior to Wu Shaogan's.

So he was expelled more quickly and felt uncomfortable.

If Wu Shaogan had continued, he could have seen many more patterns—but with his current level of cultivation, it was impossible for him to browse all the patterns on the entire door at this moment.

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Wu Shaogan slowly said, "When I was looking at the patterns just now, I seemed to have vaguely grasped some of the moves."

Zhong Cai was taken aback: "Is there a legacy above?"

Wu Shaogan shook his head: "It's not an inheritance, but it should involve the essence of many rare beasts. In ancient times, we cultivators created our own cultivation methods, and many times we tried to visualize ancient rare beasts and draw inspiration from them to create the most suitable ones for human cultivators."

Zhong Cai immediately understood: "So the patterns on this door can actually help human cultivators continue to visualize ancient beasts, thereby helping them comprehend their own secret techniques?"

Wu Shaogan nodded: "It should indeed be useful."

Zhong Cai chuckled: "That would require someone with exceptional talent in combat like you, Old Wu. If this thing fell into the hands of a cultivator with mediocre comprehension, I'm afraid they wouldn't have the ability to use it."

Wu Shaogan found it amusing: "Ah Cai has so much confidence in me?"

Zhong Cai replied matter-of-factly, "That's right!"

In this world, when it comes to martial arts talent, no one can compare to his old man, Wu!

Currently, those who are better than Lao Wu are only good because Lao Wu is still young!

Wu Shaogan's eyes softened: "Then I will definitely not let A-Cai down."

Zhong Cai smiled and said, "Of course!"

As they talked, the two leaned close together affectionately.

This "Cultivation of All Beings" took on a new purpose for them—to help Wu Shaogan visualize and comprehend, which should be of great use to his martial arts training.

Moreover, even if he couldn't create any extraordinary secret techniques in a short time, Wu Shaogan could gain a better understanding of the various rare beasts by observing their forms and habitats within the patterned space. This would naturally increase his chances of victory when encountering these beasts in the future.

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Zhong Cai quickly took the recovery pills.

Wu Shaogan also replenished his losses.

Although the two were immediately drawn to the patterns on the door, they did not forget why they had taken the door out for.

Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan together sensed the soul imprints left on the door that belonged to them.

In an instant, all the patterns on the door seemed to come to life, flashing through their minds—but this time they were only given a general name and image, without any sense of intimidation, as if they were simply being asked to "recognize" them.

There were also many figures among them, but none of them had faces; you could only see their general outlines.

The Zhong and Wu couple suddenly understood—

Do the patterns on this door represent rare beasts and cultivators who once possessed the Gate of All Beings and entered the Land of All Beings?

The pattern belonging to the cultivator is in the center, but it does not have a specific appearance; it is just a vague silhouette.

Zhong Cai couldn't help but say, "We've been inside so many varieties."

Wu Shaogan couldn't help but chuckle; Ah Cai's words were always so amusing.

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Since they connected their souls, the two of them have known exactly how to use the door.

The door will rapidly expand and connect to the land of all living beings.

However, when it first appeared, just like it is now, the door was closed.

They need to push the door open to actually open it.

If we don't push...

The door can stand here forever, allowing them to contemplate it.

Zhong Cai said, "Shall we get ready and go in to take a look?"

Wu Shaogan naturally had no objections and said with a smile, "As it is now."

Zhong Cai nodded and said, "That's right."

The effects of the disguise pills the two had taken were still present, and they still had a considerable amount in stock.

This elixir has a mild effect, making it suitable not only for Wu Shaogan in the Fusion Realm but also for Zhong Cai in the Suspended Illumination Realm, with the same effect.

This current state can last for three months.

If you take another pill of the same kind before three months have passed, then from the moment you take the second pill, you will retain the appearance you have already created, and the effects of the medicine will continue for another three months.

It is extremely convenient.

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Having determined the appearance upon entry, Zhong and Wu began preparing defensive measures.

They acquired so many defensive items after drawing cards that they simply equip themselves with level 8 and automatic defensive items, and made ample preparations for those that required charging with Xuan Stones.

The two armed themselves to the teeth, ensuring they were covered in "turtle shells" so that even if something changed in that land of all living beings, it would not threaten them.

The couple observed each other for a long time and examined each other for a long time.

Finally, I felt that everything was fine.

Zhong Cai smiled and extended her hand to Wu Shaogan, saying, "Old Wu, shall we open the door?"

Wu Shaogan grasped his hand and said with a smile, "Let's go."

Then, the two of them walked hand in hand to the door.

They reached out together and pushed towards the door—

The next moment, the door, which was obviously so heavy, was pushed open with incredible ease.

The couple barely used any strength.

As the door opened, a bright light shone through, leaving no shadows whatsoever.

At the same time, a subtle breeze wafted out, bringing a faint yet alluring attraction.

Without further hesitation, Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan stepped into the light together.

At that very moment, the light engulfed their figures, and the door shrank and disappeared the instant their figures vanished.

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As Zhong Cai stepped through the door, she felt as if she were constantly falling.

He hurriedly clenched his fists, instantly sensing that Old Wu was right beside him, falling with him...

Instantly, all feeling of fear disappeared.

This feeling of falling only lasted for three seconds.

Zhong Cai quickly realized that she was standing on some flat ground.

He subconsciously looked to the side and saw his old man, Lao Wu, also looking at him.

Zhong Cai let out a breath: "Old Wu, that's pretty fast."

Wu Shaogan smiled slightly: "It's very peaceful."

The two held hands and then looked ahead together.

Strangely enough, the two of them found themselves standing in front of a huge rock.

On the stone, an ancient inscription reads: "Land of All Beings".

Zhong Cai looked down at her feet and saw flat ground; looking back, she saw a huge, endless square.

Wu Shaogan said, "Go smash your head against a rock."

Zhong Cai's lips twitched.

Although their perception of the soul imprint told them that they should pass directly through the mark that read "Land of All Beings"—that is, the second door—to reach the Land of All Beings, bumping into rocks was a bit strange.

Zhong Cai shook his head, dismissing the idea, and said, "I suspect that different cultivators, cultivators, and rare beasts see different markers when they arrive here."

Wu Shaogan agreed: "A Cai is right. Otherwise, why use 'marker' instead of simply saying that stones are used as markers?"

Zhong Cai chuckled.

The two of them walked hand in hand toward the stone, whispering a few words to each other.

Even when they encountered stones, they didn't stop walking.

The stone seemed to be non-existent; he simply continued walking forward without any hindrance.

The two stepped onto the stone.

In an instant, the surrounding atmosphere changed drastically, mixed with countless strange and powerful auras, each one unfathomable.

An incredibly rich aura of heaven and earth rushed towards us, making it difficult to breathe.

The strong wind blew and slammed into their faces, as if pressing their faces into water, causing them to suffocate and even making it impossible for them to open their eyes.

Zhong Cai held her breath, gripped Wu Shaogan's hand tightly, and struggled to adapt.

Wu Shaogan's fingers also gripped Zhong Cai's tightly. At this moment, his cultivation level was a bit higher, and he was able to slowly try to open his eyes.

Just as the two were trying to catch their breath, a loud laugh came from a place that seemed both far away and very close.

There were also many voices that seemed to resound throughout the heavens and earth, some male, some female, some old, some young, almost indistinguishable from others.

These voices all seemed to be directed at them.

"Two new people have arrived!"

"Hahaha! They're two little rascals!"

"Judging by their strength, they are among the top tier of humans!"

"That little brat covered in the fragrance of cinnabar must taste amazing!"

"What's the use of being good if we can't eat anything here!"

"All you do is eat! Don't scare people and they'll blame us for it!"

"Look! These two kids adapted right away!"

"Pretty fast, hahaha!"

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Zhong Cai: "..."

Wu Shaogan: "..."

I never expected that after arriving here, before I even had a chance to open my eyes and look at the surroundings, I would be the subject of so much gossip.

As these discussions unfolded, the two could naturally discern that the voices were likely coming from various rare beasts!

This land of all living beings is truly extraordinary.

They can actually understand the cries of rare animals...

Normally, only cultivators who have formed a contract with a rare beast can understand the beast's meaning. The various roars of other rare beasts can only be understood by a few cultivators who are gifted in animal language or who carry some kind of "translation" artifact... Otherwise, human cultivators and rare beasts cannot understand each other's language.

Yes, if the two listened carefully for a while, they would find that these "words" were essentially animal roars.

Since neither of them carried any translation tools, the translation must have been done by the land itself.

Zhong Cai couldn't help but send a telepathic message.

[Do you think if we carried the Gate of All Beings with us, could we directly understand the roars of other beasts outside?]

Wu Shaogan remained unfazed.

[It probably won't work, since it's not activated normally, and we're not within the territory of the Land of All Beings.]

He thought for a moment and added.

That's not absolute; we'll find out by trying it out later.

Zhong Cai wasn't actually very interested; she just suddenly remembered it.

If they really wanted to hear the meaning behind the roars of other beasts, they wouldn't have had to use the Gate of All Beings.

Try to draw a card to get one.

Alternatively, you could try ordering from a top-tier trading company—as long as the price is right, you can get your hands on one of these translators.

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Amidst the rising and falling roars of beasts, Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan, after about a dozen breaths in this "suffocating" environment, gradually opened their eyes.

At that moment, the couple saw a vast space, seemingly boundless.

It is a... very ancient, city-like structure.

The city's ground was extremely dilapidated, exuding an aura of antiquity. At the same time, it seemed as if endless energy of heaven and earth was blowing out from the cracks in every brick.

The energy is extremely concentrated.

Every gust of wind carries an incredibly terrifying amount of energy.

Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan were caught in such a "gentle breeze" before. Even if it just blew over and lingered for a short while, it could make the two of them struggle so hard.

Aside from the times when the wind blew, the environment the two of them perceived was simply full of energy, but not so suffocating.

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The streets in the city were truly...very wide.

The two looked to their left, and only after traveling at least several dozen miles could they see the very imposing building.

The building was so majestic it resembled a mountain, and the entrance below was also extremely large; if only human cultivators were to enter, it could accommodate hundreds of cultivators walking inside at the same time.

Looking further to the right, it was also a place dozens of miles away.

The other buildings were also extremely large.

—If the building hadn't been so enormous, the two of them probably wouldn't have been able to see it with the naked eye.

There were other buildings next to the main building, of varying heights, but even the shortest one was over a hundred feet tall, and they were all arranged in order.

Most of those buildings resembled shops, but they were so enormous that one had to crane one's neck for a long time or use one's spiritual sense to climb them before one could barely make out their shapes.

In addition, the shops also have plaques with words such as "barter" written on them.

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When Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan quickly surveyed their surroundings, they did not perceive any danger.

Those beast roars still lingered, their sounds echoing through the heavens and earth, seemingly capable of being clearly heard by all living things within a radius of many miles with just that volume of voice.

"Why are those two brats just standing there motionless?"

"You got scared, huh? Haha!"

"Such a tiny cub, one kick and it's gone!"

"If I didn't have good eyesight, I wouldn't have seen it at all!"

"Still spacing out? Don't you understand what's going on?"

"Who among you will go over and explain it to them?"

"What? Someone's here? I'll go tell them! I'll go tell them!"

The Zhong and Wu couple gleaned a great deal of information from these movements.

When the two heard the voice saying "I'll go talk to him," they couldn't help but look in the direction from which the voice came.

Five li... ten li...

There was nothing there.

Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan did not stop their actions, but instead released their spiritual energy, which continued to spread in that direction.

Then, the soul finally touched a building.

From inside the building, a… hairy body slowly emerged.

Yes, given their height and the range of their spiritual senses, they could only see the hairy torso.

The two of them then shifted their gaze and mental focus upwards, continuing to move upwards...

Finally, hundreds of feet above them, they "saw" that furry... head.

It was an enormous ape head.

A pair of giant eyes, like two small suns, hang high in the sky.

The direction in which the ape-headed creature was looking was precisely where the two of them were.

And those eyes... were slightly narrowed, and it was shaking its head, as if it couldn't see clearly.

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Zhong Cai: "..."

Wu Shaogan: "..."

The giant ape was implying that they were too small for it to see clearly... right?