Chapter 827: Aiming for the Sacred Physique
The Three Beast Sovereigns closely observed Xiao Ze's expression as he entered the Sea of Divine Blood. When they caught a flicker of surprise in his eyes, a trace of pride surfaced in their hearts.
In the original tale, they wouldn't have felt this way when witnessing Mu Chen and Nine Nether's reactions. But Xiao Ze was different.
Not only was he a Heavenly Sovereign, but he was also a human Heavenly Sovereign. Despite their willingness to set aside interspecies biases and grant him access to the Sea of Divine Blood, it was undeniably satisfying to see such a peerless human genius marvel at their race's creation.
A Treasure of Divine Beasts
"This crimson sea appears to contain the blood essence of numerous divine beasts, perhaps even supreme divine beasts," Xiao Ze remarked, his tone firm despite its speculative nature.
The elegant sovereign nodded, her eyes twinkling.
"Indeed. In ancient times, when the Extraterrestrial Demons waged war on the Divine Beast Continent, countless top tier divine beasts perished."
"But the demons paid a heavy price as well. Several Demon Emperors and numerous powerful entities fell. As you might know, the souls of Extraterrestrial Demons are exceptionally tenacious, far harder to obliterate than the souls of our kind."
Xiao Ze nodded slightly. The resilience of the demons' souls was a well known fact, requiring specialized methods or overwhelming power to destroy them completely.
"Without such means, most of the ancient greats resorted to suppressing these demonic souls with their spiritual energy or sacred relics. Over time, the souls were weakened and eventually dissolved," the sovereign continued.
Xiao Ze listened intently, his focus drawing a faint smile from the sovereign. Her opinion of him rose further.
"The Demon Emperors, before their fall, constructed a demonic array that forcibly siphoned the blood essence of the Divine Beast Continent's fallen. They sought to use the energy within this blood essence to resurrect themselves."
Here, she paused and turned to Xiao Ze, a knowing look in her eyes.
Xiao Ze smiled faintly.
"Given their failure, I take it you discovered their scheme and either sabotaged it or turned it to your advantage?"
The elegant sovereign's smile deepened.
"Correct. We turned their plan against them, using the willpower imbued in the blood essence of our fallen brethren to suppress the demons instead."
"Though born of the demons' malice, this site has become a convergence of divine beasts' life force, transforming into what we now call the Sea of Divine Blood a sacred treasure."
The Sea's Marvelous Potential
Xiao Ze gazed at the expansive crimson sea before him. Shadows of divine and supreme divine beasts flickered across its surface, their majestic forms hinting at the immense power held within.
"This sea embodies the life force of countless divine beasts from the Divine Beast Continent," Xiao Ze murmured, admiration evident in his tone.
"Even a Sacred Heavenly Sovereign would treasure such a place. The Sea of Divine Blood truly lives up to its reputation as a grand creation and unparalleled opportunity."
The Three Beast Sovereigns exchanged satisfied smiles. Hearing such praise from someone of Xiao Ze's stature only reinforced the sea's significance.
Xiao Ze turned to the sovereigns, bowing deeply.
"Junior offers heartfelt thanks to the three seniors for overlooking racial differences and bestowing this rare opportunity upon me."
After a brief hesitation, the sovereigns accepted his gesture.
The refined sovereign smiled warmly.
"With your talent able to rival immortal level power as a spiritual Heavenly Sovereign you are destined to stand at the apex of the Great Thousand World."
"Someday, when the Extraterrestrial Demons return, I hope you will stand as a pillar of strength against them."
Xiao Ze straightened, his expression resolute.
"I will do my utmost to shoulder that responsibility."
Entering the Sea of Divine Blood
The elegant sovereign gestured toward the crimson sea.
"Go, and immerse yourself in its mysteries. The flow of time here differs from the outside world, granting you more time to refine your abilities."
Bowing once more, Xiao Ze turned his gaze to the sea.
The blood essence of divine beasts was legendary for its transformative properties capable of tempering the body, refining spiritual energy, and even awakening hidden potential.
But the sea's most precious treasures lay within its depths: the blood essence of supreme divine beasts. Such a resource could benefit both humans and divine beasts, offering unparalleled advantages.
With a slight push of his toes, Xiao Ze hovered above the sea before descending into its depths.
The Three Beast Sovereigns silently watched. They had no intention of offering him guidance Xiao Ze's cultivation had already reached a level where he understood how to navigate such a treasure.
Had he been merely an Earthly Sovereign or an early stage Heavenly Sovereign, they might have warned him of the dangers within. The sea's energy was not only boundless but also fiercely domineering. Reckless absorption could lead to blood contamination and unstable spiritual energy.
However, Xiao Ze had long surpassed the threshold where such reminders were necessary.
Xiao Ze's Aspirations
As he descended into the crimson waters, Xiao Ze's thoughts raced.
In the original story, Mu Chen had utilized this very sea to nurture his Dragon Phoenix Avatars, using its unparalleled energy to bring them to peak form.
Similarly, Xiao Ze's Dragon Phoenix Bloodline and Nine Colored Heaven Swallowing Python Bloodline had been cultivated through unique circumstances. While both had provided immense power, opportunities to further enhance them were scarce.
Now, the Sea of Divine Blood presented a perfect chance to elevate these bloodlines to new heights.
Moreover, Xiao Ze harbored an even more ambitious goal:
To achieve the Immortal Physique.
The Immortal Physique
An Immortal Physique was a near mythical state, representing a body so refined it rivaled even Sacred Heavenly Sovereigns.
Though the term "immortal" didn't imply true indestructibility, it denoted a level of physical resilience and power few could ever achieve. Those who cultivated this physique were often referred to as possessing a Sacred Body, a rare accomplishment even among Sacred Sovereigns.
"If this sea can further refine my bloodlines and strengthen my body, perhaps I can glimpse the threshold of the Immortal Physique," Xiao Ze mused, his eyes gleaming with determination.
Within the vast Sea of Divine Blood, a monumental opportunity awaited.
(End of Chapter)
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