Battle Through the Heavens: Beauties Abound Starting with Yunlan and Her Disciples

399: Section 399Back in the day, she was someone who acted on her whims, repaying kindness and grudges alike. Eventually, she went into seclusion in the core of the Yan Clan to cultivate, ignoring worldly affairs. Outsiders thought she had already fallen.

Now, she stood there, looking at the Hall Master of the Soul Hall with a beaming smile, yet her eyes held undisguised killing intent. The Hall Master’s face darkened to the extreme.

He knew very well that he was no match for Elder Huo Ling.

An early-stage Six-Star Dou Sheng against a peak Seven-Star Dou Sheng was a complete slaughter. But he was unwilling to accept it.

If he fled like this, where would the Hall of Souls’ face be?

He took a deep breath, black mist surging around him, and his aura began to climb frantically.

It was a self-destructive secret technique that traded life force for a temporary boost in power.

However, he didn’t intend to fight Elder Huo Ling to the death. He was only trying to buy time for his escape.

Just as his aura reached its peak, the Hall Master slammed a palm onto his own crown. Bang!

His head exploded, and a blood mist filled the air.

His physical body collapsed on the spot, and a wisp of pitch-black soul escaped from the blood mist, turning into a streak of light and fleeing into the distance. It was a secret technique of the Hun Clan that allowed the soul to forcibly detach the moment the body was destroyed, preserving a sliver of life.

However, just as that soul was about to escape the range of the ancient tree, a jade-green light lit up from the withered ancient tree.

The light was like an invisible giant hand, gently reaching out and catching that soul.

The Hall Master’s soul struggled frantically within the light, letting out silent roars, but it was all in vain.

The jade-green light dragged him back to the ancient tree, slowly sinking into the trunk. Immediately after, a faint green hue appeared on the branches of the ancient tree—a symbol of vitality.

The Bodhi Ancient Tree had actually refined the Hall Master’s soul.

Elder Huo Ling watched this scene, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, then she smiled and said, ”Dying so easily, you got off cheap.”

She turned around and looked at the members of the Hall of Souls who hadn’t had time to escape.

Most of them were Half-Saints or Dou Zuns. At this moment, their faces were pale, and they were trembling.

Elder Huo Ling waved her hand and said lazily, ”I can’t be bothered to deal with these small fry.” Her gaze fell on Yun Yun and the others.

Yun Yun and the others exchanged glances and instantly understood her meaning.

Xiao Xun Er was the first to act. Her golden Dou Qi transformed into a sky full of flames, enveloping several Hall of Souls Dou Zuns who were trying to escape. They didn’t even have time to scream before being burned to ashes.

Nalan Yanran’s sword light flashed, and several sharp sword qi pierced through the air, killing several peak Dou Zuns on the spot.

Qing Lin’s Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils shone brightly. Those Hall of Souls members with lower cultivation were directly controlled and then killed by her one by one.

Yun Yun, Ying, Yun Ziyi, Yun Yan, Xiao Yi Xian... everyone moved.

Like preying beasts, they chased after the scattered Hall of Souls members.

These Hall of Souls experts, who were usually high and mighty, were now like stray dogs, being hunted down in a pathetic state. Feng Qing’er set her sights on the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan.

Her figure flashed, appearing in front of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan’s group. When the disciples saw her, their faces all changed. ”Feng Qing’er?!”

Jiu Feng, the next clan leader of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan, had bet on the wrong side and was now being hunted like a stray dog on the roadside. How could the disciple who was expelled from the clan for being of mixed blood have grown to the level of a High-level Half-Saint? Feng Qing’er didn’t answer.

She just smiled, a smile that carried a somewhat sickly flush.

”Do you still remember how you treated us mixed-bloods back then?”

Her voice was soft, but it made all the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan disciples feel a chill rise from their spines. The next instant, she struck.

The pressure of a High-level Half-Saint erupted, and those Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan disciples, whose cultivation was only at the Dou Zun or Half-Saint level, had no power to resist.

Feng Qing’er killed them one by one, as if crushing chickens. Blood splattered, and screams echoed one after another.

Jiu Feng tried to resist, but his head was shattered by a palm from Feng Qing’er.

His soul tried to escape but was caught by Feng Qing’er and crushed instantly.

This future clan leader of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan died at the hands of a mixed-blood Heavenly Demon Phoenix. In just a short moment, the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan’s group was slaughtered.

Feng Qing’er stood in a pool of blood, the flush on her face becoming more evident. She turned and looked toward Yun Xiancheng, her eyes full of fanaticism and loyalty. Just then—

With Yun Xiancheng at the center, a jade-green light suddenly spread out in all directions. The light was gentle and soft, bringing comfort and peace to everyone it passed.

The Dou Qi in their bodies began to circulate spontaneously, and their state of mind became clear and tranquil. This was the creation power of the Bodhi Ancient Tree.

After absorbing a large number of bodhi seeds, Yun Xiancheng had already established a mysterious connection with the Bodhi Ancient Tree.

At this moment, he shared that creation power with everyone present. Xiao Xun Er and the others’ expressions changed slightly.

They instinctively felt that this was a rare opportunity. If they missed it, they would probably regret it for the rest of their lives.

Almost without thinking, they flew toward Yun Xiancheng, sat cross-legged, and began to operate their cultivation methods to absorb that creation power. Others saw this and also wanted to approach.

However, when they tried to get close, they found an invisible barrier blocking them from the outer perimeter. The barrier was not offensive; it simply...

...prevented them from approaching Yun Xiancheng.

They finally understood that not everyone was qualified to enjoy this creation.

Only those closest to Yun Xiancheng could enter the core area and obtain the greatest benefits.

Although the others were disappointed, they didn’t dare say much. They could only sit cross-legged on the outer perimeter and absorb the relatively thin creation power that had diffused out.

Even so, it was already a massive opportunity for them. A silence fell under the entire ancient tree.

Everyone was cultivating, absorbing the creation power from the Bodhi Ancient Tree.

Only Elder Huo Ling stood to the side, watching all this with a smile. Her gaze fell on Yun Xiancheng, a hint of approval flashing in her eyes. ”Interesting little fellow.”

She murmured to herself, then her figure flashed as she returned to the Yan Clan’s group, also sitting cross-legged to begin cultivating. Between heaven and earth, only that withered ancient tree stood quietly.

bodhi seeds continued to slowly fall from its branches, merging into Yun Xiancheng’s body.

Inside Yun Xiancheng’s body, a majestic power was slowly gathering. This was his own creation.

Chapter 498: A Hundred Reincarnations

A jade-green halo circulated within Yun Xiancheng’s body.

It was the essence accumulated by the Bodhi Ancient Tree over tens of thousands of years, now turning into countless bodhi seeds and bodhi hearts, pouring into his body continuously.

Every bodhi seed contained majestic vitality and wisdom, and every bodhi heart carried insights and understandings of the Great Dao. If an ordinary cultivator obtained this creation, they would be ecstatic and wish they could absorb it all immediately. But Yun Xiancheng did not.

He simply felt the power circulating in his body, then directed it all into the depths of the Cloud Above Heavenly Palace, where the newly born Bodhi Ancient Tree was located.

Within his consciousness space.

A jade-green-haired Beauty was curled up at the base of the ancient tree, wearing only thin woven leaves. Her breathing was weak, her face pale, and her whole being exuded a sense of near-death frailty.

When that majestic creation power poured in, her body trembled slightly. Immediately after, the ancient tree began to glow with life.

The withered branches turned jade-green again, the fallen leaves grew back, and even the cracks on the trunk slowly healed. The Beauty’s face also gradually regained its color.

She slowly opened her eyes, and for the first time, there was a lively light in those clear pupils.

She raised her hand, looking at her fair fingers, her eyes full of curiosity and confusion. ”Who am I?”

She murmured to herself, her voice as soft as a spring breeze passing through the treetops. ”You are Bodhi.”

Yun Xiancheng’s voice sounded in her mind, warm and peaceful. ”Bodhi?”

The Beauty tilted her head, her jade-green long hair sliding down her shoulders with the movement.

She stood up, stepping barefoot on the soft grass, feeling the temperature and touch from beneath her feet. ”Where is this?”

”My consciousness space. You can call it the Cloud Above Heavenly Palace.” ”Cloud Above Heavenly Palace?”

The Beauty looked up at the sky.

There was no sun or moon, only a soft halo that lit the entire space warmly and brightly.

In the distance was a continuous complex of palaces, with carved railings and jade buildings, so beautiful it seemed unreal. ”So beautiful.”

She praised from the bottom of her heart.

Then, she turned around and looked at the ancient tree that was regaining its vitality. That was her original form and her source.

When she saw the ancient tree coming back to life, a surge of indescribable joy rose in her heart. ”Thank you.”

She said softly, her eyes full of gratitude. Yun Xiancheng did not respond.

He simply continued to guide the creation power in his body into the Cloud Above Heavenly Palace until the last bodhi seed and the last bodhi heart were absorbed by the ancient tree.

After doing all this, he slowly opened his eyes. The scene before him had not changed.

Xiao Xun Er and the others were still sitting cross-legged around him, absorbing the diffused creation power.

Elder Huo Ling stood not far away, watching all this with a smile. People from other factions were on the outer perimeter, cultivating on their own. Everything was peaceful.

But Yun Xiancheng knew that the real test was just about to begin. The Bodhi Ancient Tree had three treasures.

The bodhi seed could cleanse the state of mind and increase comprehension. The bodhi heart could help one perceive the Great Dao and break through bottlenecks. And the third treasure was enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.

Legend has it that meditating under the Bodhi Ancient Tree allows one to experience a hundred lives of reincarnation, tempering the Dao heart in the mortal world, and ultimately achieving a sublimation of the soul. Yun Xiancheng’s Dao heart was already flawless, but his soul was only at the Heaven Class, still some distance from the Emperor Realm.

And these hundred reincarnations were the opportunity for his breakthrough. He closed his eyes, his consciousness sinking into his body.

The Dou Qi in his body began to circulate spontaneously, and a mysterious power emerged from the residual aura of the Bodhi Ancient Tree, firmly wrapping around his consciousness. At the same time, the girls sitting around him also sensed this power.

Xiao Xun Er opened her eyes, a hint of confusion flashing in her golden pupils. She felt Yun Xiancheng’s aura becoming illusory, and his whole person was gradually moving away from reality.

She reached out, wanting to touch him, but found that her own body was also beginning to feel light. Immediately after, a strong sense of sleepiness hit her.

She tried to resist but found it impossible. Her eyelids grew heavier, and her consciousness became more blurred.

Finally, she closed her eyes. It wasn’t just her.

Nalan Yanran, Xiao Yan, Qing Lin, Yun Yun, Ying, Yun Ziyi, Yun Yan, Zi Yan, Yao Chan, Feng Qing’er, Xiao Yi Xian, Yao Ye, Heavenly Moon, Green Savage, Ya Fei, Linger, Lin Fei, Snow Charm...

All the girls who had signed the Concentric Contract with Yun Xiancheng, no matter where they were at the moment, fell into a deep sleep at the same time. Their consciousness was drawn by an invisible force, crossing the boundaries of time and space, gathering in the same place—a brand new world.

A world without Dou Qi, without magical beasts, and without cultivation.

A world called the ”Modern City.” A piercing alarm clock sounded.

His name was Yun Xiancheng. He had lived peacefully for fourteen years, single since birth, and was an ordinary Eighth Grade student at Jiangcheng City Third Middle School.

His parents were ordinary wage earners, his family background was average, his grades were mediocre, and his looks were decent. In short, he was just a very ordinary middle school student.

Yun Xiancheng sat up, looking at that youthful face in the mirror, the corners of his mouth turning up slightly. ”A hundred reincarnations, and the first life is just a peaceful one. Not bad, though perhaps a bit too plain.” This was the opportunity given to him by the Bodhi Ancient Tree.

To let him experience a hundred lives, strengthen his soul in the mortal world, and finally reach the Emperor Realm. Interesting.

”Since it’s not about tempering the Dao heart, there’s no need to torture me. It actually let me live in peace for fourteen years.” He got up, washed, changed into his school uniform, picked up his backpack, and headed out for school.

Jiangcheng City Third Middle School was an ordinary public school. The campus wasn’t large, and the facilities weren’t advanced, but the academic atmosphere was decent. When Yun Xiancheng walked into the classroom, many people had already arrived.

He went to his seat, sat down, and took out his textbooks, ready to start a day of learning. Just then, the classroom door was pushed open.

The homeroom teacher, Teacher Wang, walked in, followed by a girl. ”Class, we have a new student today.”

Teacher Wang said with a smile, then stepped aside to let the girl walk to the front of the podium. The classroom fell silent instantly.

Everyone’s eyes focused on the girl.

She had long pink hair tied into twin tails, with a few strands hanging over her forehead.

Her features were as exquisite as a fairy from a painting. Her skin was fair, her eyes clear, and a faint smile played on her lips. She was wearing a school uniform, but even the loose uniform couldn’t hide her slender figure and elegant temperament. ”Hello everyone, my name is Nalan Yanran. Please take care of me.”

Her voice was gentle and crisp, carrying the poise of a lady from a wealthy family. A round of applause broke out in the classroom.

The boys’ eyes widened, while the girls whispered among themselves, discussing the new transfer student.

”Nalan, why don’t you sit next to Yun Xiancheng?” Teacher Wang pointed to the empty seat beside Yun Xiancheng.

Nalan Yanran nodded and walked over with her backpack.

She sat down next to Yun Xiancheng, turned her head, and gave him a sweet smile. ”Hello, my name is Nalan Yanran.”

Yun Xiancheng looked at her, a hint of playfulness flashing in his eyes. ”Hello, my name is Yun Xiancheng.”

His voice was calm and gentle, without any ripples. ”Yun Xiancheng, that’s a nice name.”

She said with a smile, then took her textbooks out of her backpack and began to listen to the lesson attentively.

But her gaze would occasionally peek at the boy beside her. Yun Xiancheng ignored her small movements.

He just sat quietly, opened his textbook, and began to listen to the lesson. In this life, he wanted to experience an ordinary life.

He didn’t want to shine brilliantly or become the focus of attention; he just wanted to spend this life quietly. But clearly, fate didn’t intend to let him have his way.

After school, Yun Xiancheng packed his bag and prepared to go home.