"Is this really the Golden Core Thunder Tribulation?"
"Why is it so terrifying?"
"Isnāt this no less than a Nascent Soul Thunder Tribulation?"
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In fact, the power of this thunder tribulation would make even an average Golden Core Cultivatorās scalp tingle with fear!
However, what was jaw-dropping was that when this terrifying thunder tribulation power descended on Qi Pingās head, it was completely absorbed by a Yin Yang Five Elements Vortex, and then evenly distributed into Qi Pingās body and spiritual power, becoming resources for Qi Pingās tempering and advancement...
This vortex was a defense technique created by Qi Ping, capable of using vortex power to the utmost extent to neutralize an enemyās attack. At this moment, using it to evenly distribute the thunder tribulation power throughout his body posed no difficulty for him.
Such a relaxed and carefree way of overcoming tribulation naturally left everyone present in shock, both people and beasts...
But Qi Ping was not concerned at this moment. He was only focused on tribulation-related matters, believing that his animal companion would handle everything in the outside world for him.
Qi Ping, apart from focusing part of his energy on the tribulation, was entirely immersed in the special insights gained from his breakthrough. His current understanding of power and rules was incomparable to that during the Foundation Establishment Stage.
Especially the Dao Fruit Golden Core condensed with all his foundation and the resulting Golden Core Phenomenon; such a grade of power and intricacies made Qi Ping immensely absorbed and fascinated.
Such a state could enamor more than anything Qi Ping had ever experienced, especially as each bit of new insight enhanced Qi Pingās power and comprehension of the Immortal Dao...
However, Qi Ping also knew that this state was only available during a breakthrough, so he cherished it immeasurably...
And so, as one terrifying bolt of thunder tribulation after another fell, Qi Ping seemed completely oblivious.
This dreadful thunder tribulation continued for an unknown duration until after the last bolt descended, Qi Ping regretfully opened his eyes.
"I really wish that state could have lasted a bit longer..." Qi Ping mused inwardly.
Yet, Qi Pingās seemingly unsatisfied expression with the thunder tribulation looked like a critical hit to others, as if he was on a vacation rather than overcoming tribulation.
Can the tribulation really be crossed like this?
Qi Pingās crossing of this tribulation also proved one thing: as long as oneās foundation is sufficient, tribulation isnāt hard; at least the Golden Core Tribulation is manageable.
In fact, there was also a Heart Demon Tribulation, but before it could play any role in Qi Ping, it was obliterated by him.
This was due not only to Qi Pingās firm Dao Heart but also because the Demon Eyes Demon Realm inherently possessed a portion of the Power of Heart Demon, and being familiar with it, Qi Ping naturally would not be disturbed by the Heart Demon Tribulation.
There was another reason: Qi Pingās [Heaven and Earthās Favor] talent, which could bring down the most suitable thunder tribulation for Qi Ping during his crossing, and thus obtain more feedback from heaven and earth...
Unlike demon cultivators and those entangled in karmic force, they would face much stronger thunder tribulation power and receive significantly less feedback from heaven and earth...
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Yet, no matter how, Qi Pingās thunder tribulation was finally completely crossed!
Having experienced the tempering of thunder tribulation, Qi Pingās aura was now firmly stabilized at the Golden Core Stage!
An aura so powerful it invoked fear!
"Itās time to reap the final harvest!"
As the thunder tribulation power gradually dissipated, rare strands of special Daoist power appeared between heaven and earth, continuously entering Qi Pingās body.
This feedback from heaven and earth is generated every time a cultivator crosses a tribulation. The stronger the foundation and tribulation, the more feedback is obtained!
And as this feedback power entered Qi Pingās body, it continuously perfected and elevated his Dao Fruit Golden Core...
However, at the last moment, a mutation occurred!
A power containing a special spirituality of mountains and rivers, along with the feedback from heaven and earth, surged into Qi Pingās body!
Under this special power, the Mountain and River Phenomenon around Qi Ping, already terrifying, transformed once again!
Originally, Qi Ping had already evolved a phenomenon similar to the Qingtian Realm, majestic, deep, awe-inspiring... far exceeding little Stone Spirit and Yaya!
But now, under this power, Qi Pingās Mountain and River Phenomenon became even more lifelike!
As if infused with a soul!
"Is this... the power of the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers?"
"Is there truly a Spirit of Mountains and Rivers in the Barbaric Realm?"
Recognizing the source of this power, Qi Ping was utterly shocked!
Qi Ping was so shocked because the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers has great origins!
According to the books Qi Ping read, the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers, even in the Immortal Cultivation Realm, is extremely rare. It could only possibly be born in places with the greatest fortune, opportunities, and that have birthed countless peerless talents!
The Spirit of Mountains and Rivers is not a living creature but a special spirituality. Wherever it exists, there will inevitably be great prosperity!
For example, it has strong propelling effects on the continuous growth of earth veins, spirit veins, mountains and land, and the birth of heavenly materials and earthly treasures.
So, if an area is home to a Spirit of Mountains and Rivers, it could be the luckiest event for the local beings, though fortune and disaster come hand in hand. The birth of the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers might also attract unknown disasters!
"Perhaps the decline from Bichuan Realmās prosperity to todayās barbaric and backward state is influenced by the exposure of the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers..."
Though this is just Qi Pingās speculation as there was no information in his searches, perhaps there is some incredible hidden secret.
Yet, even more shocking to Qi Ping was what happened next!
Because after refining a part of the Spirit of Mountains and Riversā power, Qi Ping discovered its spirituality also entered his body along with the heavenly feedback, intending to merge with his Golden Core Phenomenon!
"Is the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers recognizing me as its master?"
Feeling the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers voluntarily submitting to his control, Qi Ping was astounded, completely thunderstruck!
If the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers could merge with his Golden Core Phenomenon, it would undoubtedly elevate his phenomenon to a terrifying level, with future potential significantly enhanced. Additionally, it could bring unimaginable benefits to Qingtian Realmās future development.
Yet, faced with such unexpected occurrences, Qi Ping instinctively used [Natural Perception] to assess the situation.
"Great fortune!... However, thereās a trace of mild ominousness amidst the great fortune!"
Fortunately, the ominousness wasnāt strong, manageable, and it didnāt originate from the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers itself but from outside...
"This is likely what the little Immortal Tiger foretold as great fortune!"
At this moment, as Qi Ping paused, the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers transmitted two emotions: a plea for help and a sense of danger...
"A plea for help? Danger? Is something threatening the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers?" Qi Ping pondered.
Nevertheless, Qi Ping didnāt obstruct further, ensuring the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers had no issues, Qi Ping immediately lifted the barriers and restrictions on it, knowing that as long as there were no problems with the Spirit, it would provide irreplaceably huge benefits for Qi Pingās future growth!
Yet, Qi Ping didnāt let excitement cloud his judgment, meticulously perceiving the forces entering his body and any changes around, while also alerting his Druid and animal companion through their connection to be extra vigilant.
So, as Qi Ping sensed his Dao Fruit Golden Core and Golden Core Phenomenon being gradually perfected, he prepared for any battle that might arise. At this moment, his transformation was nearly complete, ready to fight with full strength.
After about a quarter of an hour, a sinister aura with an evil, foul breath extended from the Power of Heaven and Earth, eventually forming an extremely evil and filthy silhouette...
When this figure appeared in this world, all cultivatorsā vision was shrouded in darkness and their spiritual power uncontrollably surged!
Some even had their Divine Souls and consciousness rapidly demonized and evilized at that moment...
"Filthy Blood Demon Spirit? So itās this kind of foul being!"
Upon seeing the Filthy Blood Demon Spirit, Qi Ping immediately understood everything, no wonder the Spirit of Mountains and Rivers was willing to actively merge into his Golden Core Phenomenon...