Chapter 1919: 52: Primordial Spirit Breakthrough

Chapter 1919: Chapter 52: Primordial Spirit Breakthrough

“The so-called Triple Layer of Suffering is Heart Blindness, Soul Deafness, and Body Muteness…”

“The heart, being the will of a person; Heart Blindness extinguishes the will, leaving the Dao-heart with no hope, this is the First Layer of Suffering.”

“The soul, being the spirit of a person; Soul Deafness darkens the soul, all sounds fall silent, this is the Second Layer of Suffering.”

“The body, being the form of a person; Body Muteness weakens the form, energy dissipates, this is the Third Layer of Suffering.”

“Under my Triple Layer of Suffering, even a Late-stage Integration Practitioner, if not careful, will have their Primordial Spirit scattered, and their Dao Domain fragmented… As for a Refining Void Cultivator, they’re unlikely to withstand the First Layer.”

Ghost King Xicai sat cross-legged in mid-air, while an ancient, black sacrificial altar filled with mottled traces silently dissipated.

Along with it, numerous black vines spreading in all directions also disappeared…

He shifted his gaze slightly, landing on She Ye beside him, speaking in a low voice.

She Ye, upon hearing this, maintained his expression, yet a slight sigh of relief could be discerned as he softly said:

“Much appreciated, Junior Brother Xicai.”

The Curse of the Triple Layer of Suffering is one of the few curses that can be cast solely based on the practitioner’s memory of the recipient and the recipient’s name.

Regardless of the distance, as long as the appropriate cost is paid, the curse can be executed.

Of course, She Ye also clearly understood the effects mentioned by Xicai.

A Late-stage Integration Practitioner, if caught unaware, would indeed suffer greatly, but truly at the late stage, with their Dao Domain constantly augmenting them and already possessing some miraculous insights, the Triple Layer of Suffering, once cast, would be impossible to conceal from such beings.

It could be cleared away with a mere thought.

However, with the Cultivation Realm of Ghost King Xicai, to curse kill a Bird Taoist likely only at the Void Refining stage, would be a simple task.

Therefore, upon witnessing Ghost King Xicai casting the Triple Layer of Suffering, the frustration in his heart was somewhat alleviated.

And hearing She Ye’s words, Ghost King Xicai appeared indifferent:

“No matter, I’ve been in seclusion for a long time, it’s also a way to stretch my bones…”

She Ye nodded slightly, a trace of regret appearing:

“What a pity I can’t witness this person perishing from the Triple Layer of Suffering firsthand!”

Ghost King Xicai shook his head slightly.

This senior brother had always been like this, vengeful and narrow-minded.

But thinking of how the person’s three Dao Fields were destroyed, he could somewhat understand his feelings, and consoled:

“Considering the days, this ‘Sea Market’ is about to end, and when it opens next time, who knows when that will be. With your Dao Field destroyed, these days are a good time to look outside for any scattered pieces of Dao Fields… If it truly doesn’t work, I can spare a piece of mine for you.”

Upon hearing Ghost King Xicai’s words, She Ye was first helpless, then delighted:

“You are generous, Junior Brother! Rest assured, if anything good comes from it, the lion’s share will be yours!”

He then sighed:

“Dao Fields are increasingly hard to find, the days for all around aren’t easy, only the Three Realms and Nine Heavenly Palaces fare slightly better, but still very limited… Over there at the Sea Market, it mostly depends on luck, alas, even if Jade Pot Realm doesn’t come to trouble us, our days are not easy.”

Ghost King Xicai felt the same upon hearing this.

The general trend was like this, what could be done?

“There’s no choice, one side is the Immortal Forbidden Land, the other the ‘Immortal Pass’, both sides have immortals, yet they make us suffer… Look, the First Layer of Suffering has begun.”

As he spoke, Ghost King Xicai suddenly paused, pointing at the black vine suddenly materializing in the void before them.

She Ye hurriedly looked over.

Seeing the black vine rapidly grow and spread, outlining a humanoid figure.

He was instantly overjoyed:

“Indeed, he’s caught!”

If that Bird Taoist hadn’t been caught, he wouldn’t have manifested a humanoid figure.

And since he’s already caught in this Triple Layer of Suffering, the outcome is naturally already determined.

However, not long after, Ghost King Xicai slightly raised his brow, surprised:

“Huh? He actually overcame the First Layer of Suffering!”

She Ye’s expression slightly darkened, yet he saw a fresh bud quickly sprout from the vine, distinct from the black vine.

“This person indeed has some skill, with a steadfast Dao-heart, unaffected by the First Layer of Suffering, such individuals are rare in the Sea of Chaos Realm…”

Not knowing what he thought of, Ghost King Xicai’s expression suddenly changed:

“Wait, Brother Corpse-digging, though this person isn’t from the Jade Pot Realm, might he have roots in the other two realms?”

“Hmm?!”

She Ye was taken aback, instinctively recalling the image of the Bird Taoist starkly different from them, and the large bird beneath him, his expression also dramatically changed!

“This is bad! How could I not have thought of this!!”

He had only assumed the person was from the Jade Pot Realm, because it wasn’t uncommon for young disciples to venture out from there, with many precedents but hadn’t realized he might also belong to the other two realms. Now, with Ghost King Xicai’s revelation, his heart felt as if it had been struck by lightning.

If that Bird Taoist were indeed from either of the other two realms, wouldn’t they have simultaneously offended two of the Three Realms?

Thinking of this, both She Ye and Ghost King Xicai couldn’t help but draw a cold breath, feeling their scalps tingle!

Offending the Jade Pot Realm alone was enough to make the Five Ghost Kings anxious, if they offended two, would there be a place for them in the Sea of Chaos Realm?

“Quickly! Quickly stop this Triple Layer of Suffering!”

She Ye shouted loudly!

The joy moments ago had turned to suspense.

Yet Ghost King Xicai’s expression was extremely troubled, barely detectable, he shook his head:

“It’s too late, having overcome the First Layer of Suffering, the Curse Vine will completely penetrate their Primordial Spirit and flesh, if they can endure further, it will soon bloom and bear fruit… Even the Heavenly won’t be able to save them!”