Several days have passed, and they still haven't gotten close to the ancient cliff.
It looked so clear, not far away, with wisps of chaotic energy hanging down from the Kunpeng Nest on the barren cliff, yet it was impossible to actually climb up and get close.
Cao Ya didn't find it strange; for a quasi-immortal king, having such methods was perfectly normal.
He was also very patient, neither arrogant nor impatient, and steered the ghost ship toward the ancient sacred cliff.
Finally, after traveling for half a month, they finally got close to the Kunpeng Nest. Along the way, various races fought each other, some because of racial feuds, some because of personal grudges, and some because they wanted to gain an advantage and eliminate their competitors.
Half a month later, the ancient cliff suddenly became vast and insurmountable, covered with claw marks, knife marks, and sword holes, recording the glorious past of countless years.
Cao Ya gazed at it, filled with emotion.
A stone staircase stretches across the sea, leading to the rocky cliff.
This stone staircase is so wide it's almost frightening, stretching as far as the eye can see, like a world unto itself. It can accommodate countless people climbing up at the same time and moving forward side by side without ever feeling crowded.
Although I knew long ago that the Kunpeng Nest was no ordinary place, its grandeur and magnificence still made me marvel.
Of course, even if everyone could climb up, there would still be fighting. After the strongmen of each race went up, they would advance in fierce battles, leaving behind a field of corpses.
Suddenly, Cao Ya's eyes lit up as he looked at Shi Hao.
Half a month later, he finally opened his eyes. His eyes were bright and spirited, and they possessed a special spirituality. His whole being was clear and serene. This was a manifestation of the transformation of the physical body into a spirit, and he had an extraordinary and refined aura.
"You've been promoted?" Cao Ya asked with a smile, but he was already certain in his heart.
"Hmm." Shi Hao grinned. This training had been extremely effective. His cultivation level had improved, his combat power had increased, and he had overcome a very important hurdle.
The Spirit Transformation Realm involves several major steps. First, the physical body emerges; then, the spirit is reshaped to reveal the true self; and finally, the spirit is nurtured in the grotto-heaven.
He had heard Cao Ya emphasize that among these, the transformation of the physical body into a spirit is extremely important, as it is the foundation of cultivation in the Spirit Transformation Realm.
However, this step can only be approached infinitely, and it is very difficult to achieve complete success. If it could be perfected, it would be terrifying.
Even pure-blooded beings find it difficult to truly achieve spiritual transformation in their physical bodies and thus cannot attain perfection.
In reality, at this stage, most people inhale and exhale divine light, refine their physical bodies, and temper their muscles and bones, routinely completing this process.
Of course, even so, one can still enter the next realm and continue cultivating.
Shi Hao once heard Cao Ya sigh:
"Throughout history, people have been talking about 'spiritualization in the flesh' and have named this stage after it, but how many people have actually succeeded? In every era, only a handful have achieved it."
I'm still in the process; I haven't truly reached the extremely profound realm of "spiritual transformation of the physical body"... This path is still long and arduous...
Shi Hao muttered to himself, showing no arrogance and remaining very calm.
However, when he looked at the ancient divine nest in front of him, he was greatly surprised.
"This doesn't feel like a dry cliff in the sea at all. When you get really close, it feels like a piece of land," Shi Hao exclaimed.
Cao Ya nodded and said:
"Kunpeng's methods are beyond our imagination; even gods are no match for her."
It's quite poignant to think that there's a world of difference between those who have become immortals and those who haven't. Not to mention, the female Kunpeng was incredibly powerful in the realm of true immortals, capable of fighting against quasi-immortal kings.
The strongest beings at the Immortal King level were only a handful in the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths during their prime.
Both the Immortal Realm and the Other Realm are limited in number.
Hearing Cao Ya say this, Shi Hao was even more shocked.
In his current view, becoming a god would make him an absolute powerhouse, and in this vast desolate region, there would probably be very few gods to be found.
"Wait a minute. Kunpeng's arrangements won't be made so easily by choosing a successor to the precious technique," Cao Ya said calmly, showing no impatience and great patience.
Shi Hao also refrained from climbing the stone steps.
The ghost ship was anchored in the sea. The two observed from the sidelines, not rushing forward. After all, those ancient sects, ancient sacred mountains, and powerful sea races all had Venerables protecting them, and they also had many Kings and Marquises at the Inscription Realm and Array Realm under their command. If they all rushed forward, Cao Ya would feel troubled, and Shi Hao would be in even greater danger.
Several days passed, and the fluctuations on the barren cliff became more and more frequent, eventually almost merging into one, with ripples spreading and sweeping across all directions.
"The restrictions are becoming more and more obvious." Cao Ya sighed softly, feeling the dormancy of the power within his body. Even the other systems were not as active anymore.
Shi Hao couldn't sit still any longer and suggested that they start taking action, otherwise if they waited any longer, all the good stuff might be gone and they would really get nothing.
Cao Ya chuckled:
"Don't rush. The methods left behind by that ancient female Kunpeng are beyond imagination. Let those people go in to explore first. If they find anything, we can always turn around and ambush those guys again."
Shi Hao glanced sideways and said:
"Sanren, you're too ruthless."
Cao Ya curled his lip and said:
"Me, black? Compared to those guys, at least 80% of living beings are blacker than me."
He paused briefly, then continued:
"Furthermore, those who come to this place are all thinking of robbing and killing. We can't just let others do it and then be held back, can we?"
"Good stuff, who wouldn't want it?"
Shi Hao nodded; he was just saying it casually.
Putting everything else aside, after arriving at the Forbidden Sea, the actions of the ancient divine mountain disciple who accompanied him disregarded his life and even tried to use his life to avoid disaster. Shi Hao was furious whenever he thought about it.
If I run into them again...
Shi Hao gritted his teeth. With Cao Ya backing him up, he was no longer afraid of that so-called Ancient Divine Mountain.
Cao Ya looked around, then stared intently at the Primordial Kunpeng Divine Nest, scrutinizing it carefully and discovering some unusual features, such as traces of magical techniques.
In the distance, some cultivators were eager to make their move, and another peak appeared, with groups of figures ascending the stone steps.
"Be careful. I heard that a Venerable One has risked his life and joined the crowd to enter the Kunpeng's Nest, disregarding his own safety."
"What? Have they gone mad? Reaching that level of cultivation is incredibly difficult, requiring countless years of arduous training to reach the pinnacle and stand above all others. If they were to perish here because their cultivation is suppressed, wouldn't that be a terrible death?"
"The treasured techniques of the Ten Ancient Fiends are too powerful to surpass. Obtaining even one of them is enough to qualify one to rule the world. Even a powerful being like Venerable Ones has gone mad."
Many creatures discussed the matter, and the atmosphere was heavy.
Upon hearing this, Shi Hao glanced at Cao Ya beside him and thought to himself, "Isn't this just a living Venerable One, also plotting to infiltrate the Kunpeng Nest and seek the ultimate Kunpeng treasure technique?"
Of course, this is a positive development for him.
After all, Cao Ya was his elder and took good care of him.
Those creatures were waiting, and Cao Ya was waiting too.
When the fluctuations of the stone cliff completely merge into one, at that time, the true supreme suppression will be formed, and even the Venerable will be knocked down to the Spirit Transformation Realm.
Even if he falls back to the Spirit Transformation Realm, relying on the power of multiple systems, he will still be formidable in combat, and he will be fearless in cross-realm battles against those in their prime, such as those in the Inscription Realm and Array Realm.
For Cao Ya, the suppression from Kunpeng Nest can actually be considered a positive factor.
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