The overwhelming dragon might that shrouded the entire valley had no effect on Xu Yuan.
Instead, as Xu Yuan approached step by step, the two instinct-driven dragon souls of the Dragon Kings instinctively roared in warning.
"Using this vein's power to create such a wondrous place not only preserves two complete dragon souls but also nurtures their strength to its peak. The Dragon God truly went to great lengths."
It was likely not just the Ice and Fire Dragon King whose power had been preserved after death. The other seven Dragon Kings' forces were also carefully retained.
Even if their preservation wasn't as perfect as the Ice and Fire Dragon King's, it wouldn't differ much.
After all, the Dragon God must have kept these powers for resurrection—whether to unify them to enhance cultivation or use them as safeguards, the requirements for these powers were not low.
But dead is dead.
No matter how well-preserved, the power contained in these two dragon souls couldn't reach the God King level, perhaps not even half-step God King.
Judging from their strength, they were probably just at the Super God level.
And that was with the power of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well included.
Relying on the extreme heat and cold springs, the Ice and Fire dragon souls could unleash Super God-level power.
After transferring the various immortal herbs and medicinal plants, the vortex didn't disappear. After changing coordinates, it began to swallow everything here again, transferring the Ice and Fire dragon souls and the two springs to another region within the Hunyuan World.
Without the suppression of the earth veins, the terrifying hot and cold waters spread across the entire area, turning the sky red and blue. The two dragon souls roared towards the sky, and the immense dragon might permeated throughout the Hunyuan World.
In another area, the immortal herbs were also oppressed by the dragon might, trembling.
Without the suppression of the earth veins, the dragon souls and the springs lost their symbiotic relationship, leaving only extreme destruction.
Even the Infernal Delicate Apricot felt the oppressive heat from the yang spring, experiencing discomfort, losing the previous sense of ease.
Xu Yuan's projection appeared in the sky. With a wave of his hand, he condensed numerous chains in the Hunyuan World, locking the two dragon souls. Then he separated the waters of the two springs, creating two lakes in the center of the Hunyuan World and channeling both springs into them.
After moving everything out of the valley, Xu Yuan did not leave immediately. Instead, he guided the earth vein's power into the Hunyuan World, using this power to harmonize the yin and yang waters.
About five hours later, the two streams of water finally stabilized in the Hunyuan World, forming a solid structure.
However, without the continuous energy supply from the earth veins, the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well in the Hunyuan World was merely stagnant water, which would be depleted without replenishment.
Or, as consumption became unbalanced, the equilibrium between them would quickly break, leading to another eruption.
To prevent the disruption of the Hunyuan World, Xu Yuan sealed this Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well.
After stabilizing the situation within the Hunyuan World, he finally had time to study the earth vein's power in this valley.
Just as the Star Dou Great Forest thrived due to the Silver Dragon King and then nourished her, forming a Lake of Life at its core, the valley where the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well was located was similar. As the core of the Sunset Forest, the valley also benefited from the forest's nurturing.
However, the Sunset Forest was not known for its vibrant life but rather gave a sense of sedimentation.
If the Star Dou Great Forest represented vitality, full of possibilities, then the Sunset Forest was like a sleeping giant, offering few opportunities for new soul beasts, mostly housing high-year soul beasts with substantial accumulation.
Thus, the Sunset Forest nourished the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well through the earth veins.
The earth vein's power gathered, accumulating endless force.
"If we renovate this place, it can become a perfect cultivation treasure land."
Xu Yuan thought for a moment and began the transformation.
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Half a month later.
The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well disappeared, leaving behind a valley that nurtured nine small worlds. These small worlds were filled with abundant primordial energy, naturally forming various shapes, wandering throughout each small world.
Xu Yuan took this valley away from the Tang Sect, not giving it to Shrek but preparing to hand it over to the Body Sect.
Perhaps it was fate.
Back then, Tang San intercepted Huo Yuhao, using his immense fortune to prolong the life of the declining Tang Sect. Now, the Tang Sect's treasure land was taken by Xu Yuan and given to the Body Sect.
Under the circumstances of that era, without the interference of the Sea God, Huo Yuhao's configuration perfectly matched the top forces on the continent, whether it was the Mingde Hall of soul-guided weapons or the Body Sect of innate martial souls.
Mu Ye also found it hard to believe when he received Xu Yuan's message.
Upon arriving at the Sunset Forest and seeing the entire valley, he finally accepted this fact.
The Tang Sect's treasure land had been taken by Xu Yuan.
This was the power of the strong.
"Why did you destroy the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well?"
Having accepted the reality, Mu Ye started complaining.
"The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well was a treasure land. Planting rare herbs here could achieve ten times the efficiency, and the efficacy of the herbs was stronger. By dismantling the spring eyes, you are simply wasting a precious resource."
As he complained, Mu Ye's expression showed deep regret, as if a piece of fat had been cut off him.
"Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well? Where is it? This is the Secret Realm of the True Body." Xu Yuan shrugged. "The Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well relied too much on the inherent quality of the herbs."
Alright, so is there a more universal and efficient environment recommended?
Yes, of course.
The Secret Realm of the True Body created by Xu Yuan was exactly like that. There were nine such realms, each corresponding to different needs. Under the supply of the earth vein's power and the rules set by Xu Yuan, the nine realms respectively nurtured nine types of herbs, each cultivating corresponding rare and valuable herbs.
Of course, the main purpose of these nine great secret realms wasn't to nurture rare herbs but to assist in cultivation.
They almost covered all the various fields Xu Yuan had involved himself in.
And the scope of Xu Yuan's cultivation practice almost encompassed all areas that soul masters could cultivate.
Among them, the nine great True Body Secret Realms were all centered around blood essence, fitting the cultivation of the Body Sect. Each secret realm had a core area that drew in the earth vein's power, providing an opportunity to stimulate a second awakening of the true body martial soul for corresponding attribute martial souls.
Under Xu Yuan's guidance, Mu Ye toured the nine great secret realms and couldn't help but exclaim, "These nine great secret realms are currently the best on the continent. Each one has the potential to become a coveted cultivation site for soul masters."
Indeed, Xu Yuan was right. Compared to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, these nine transformed secret realms truly utilized the earth vein's power to its fullest.
"Besides, if Master is really interested in the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, after I familiarize myself with its mechanisms, I can find a place to open another Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well for you."
Xu Yuan had already preserved the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well in the Hunyuan World, albeit an unstable version.
But as time passed, Xu Yuan would eventually understand its mechanisms. After all, the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well contained the principles of yin and yang, which were important supplements for the yin-yang attributes of Xu Yuan's Hunyuan Spear.
"In the future, these nine great True Body Secret Realms will be the foundation of the Body Sect's rise." Mu Ye's eyes involuntarily welled up with tears.
He had thought that the Body Sect, passed down to him, was nearing its limit. Never did he expect that after Xu Yuan appeared, the entire Body Sect not only revived but also prospered again, solving the past limitations of finding true body martial souls. Now, they had obtained such a foundational site for the sect.
"Little Yuan, I thank the Body Sect on behalf of our sect."
"Master, I am also a disciple of the Body Sect, and of course, I must contribute to the sect."
The biggest difference between Xu Yuan and Tang Wulin was that he didn't confuse the Body Sect with Shrek.
A sect is a sect, and an academy is an academy.
Even close brothers need clear accounts, let alone two major forces.
It could only be said that the fewer shared interests, the better for the future of the two forces.
Xu Yuan stayed one more day in each of the nine secret realms to ensure their stable operation.
After resolving the issue of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, Xu Yuan received a message from Yun Ming.
He had successfully gained control of the sea.
The power had infiltrated the ocean; the remaining task was to strengthen the degree of control.
However, before enhancing the control, he needed to address the obstruction posed by Tang Hao.
Leaving the Sunset Forest, he arrived at the outskirts of Tian Dou City.
Xu Yuan flew directly towards a certain direction.
On a very high mountain peak, above the clouds, stood a sect.
On the huge plaque of the sect, the words 'Hao Tian Sect' were majestic and domineering.
Within the three characters of Hao Tian Sect emanated a domineering aura.
When Xu Yuan appeared in the sky outside the Hao Tian Sect, it immediately caught the attention of the sect.
Five Limit Douluos of the Hao Tian Sect came to the sky above the sect, confronting Xu Yuan.
The Hao Tian Sect originally had two Limit Douluos, and during the war in the Netherworld, three more newly emerged. Within the sect, many outstanding genius disciples had also emerged.
However, the five Limit Douluos didn't dare to show any negligence before Xu Yuan.
Even though it was a powerful sect with five Limit Douluos, given time to accumulate, there was a chance to truly have a god-level soul master presiding over it. However, now the sect faced a crisis.
"Venerable Yuan, our Hao Tian Sect disciples fought bravely in the Netherworld battlefield, without any slack. Moreover, our sect has never had any conflicts with you."
"That's right, I have no grudges with the Hao Tian Sect. I'm not here for revenge."
Xu Yuan's words made the five high-ranking members of the Hao Tian Sect breathe a sigh of relief.
They feared that Xu Yuan had come to exterminate the sect.
Not long ago, the three Limit Douluos of the Ancient Family were easily killed by Xu Yuan. Subsequently, the Ancient Family was eradicated by the Federation within a short month, with almost everyone in the family being judged.
Now, everyone was wary of Xu Yuan.
"However, Tang Hao usurped the position of the Plane Lord but did nothing. If it weren't for him, Douluo Planet wouldn't have been so stifled for six thousand years."
The hearts of the five Limit Douluos who had just relaxed immediately tightened.
Their faces turned grim.
It was impossible not to feel proud.
After all, their ancestor suddenly becoming the Plane Lord was undoubtedly the pride of the sect.
However, Tang Hao's actions made the entire Hao Tian Sect dare not acknowledge this ancestor.
From the time Tang Hao appeared and revealed his identity until now, over a year had passed, and the Hao Tian Sect hadn't changed anything. Instead, they acted even more low-key in daily affairs.
Because they knew there were two big mountains above them—Yun Ming and Xu Yuan—and from the initial situation, it was clear that these two powerful figures were dissatisfied with Tang Hao's actions. The Hao Tian Sect didn't dare to rashly take sides.
Now that Xu Yuan had come, it seemed the Hao Tian Sect had reached a decision point.
On one side was their ancestor, and on the other were Xu Yuan and Yun Ming.
"Respected Yuan, between our Hao Tian Sect and Shrek, we have established a deep friendship over twenty thousand years. Although our ancestor has been restrained, it's because the Abyss was too troublesome. Even if our ancestor were to act—"
"Even if he acted, would the same number of strong individuals still have to sacrifice over six thousand years?" Xu Yuan's voice was extremely cold.
"If not for the sake of the countless disciples of the Hao Tian Sect who have studied at Shrek over the years, I wouldn't have come today to give you a chance."
After Xu Yuan finished speaking, there was a moment of silence.
The Hao Tian Sect couldn't make a decision.
On one side was their ancestor, and on the other were two Super God-level beings who could act freely.
If Tang Hao had shown any degree of freedom, they would dare to stand behind their ancestor. But now, the situation…
"Very well, I won't destroy the Hao Tian Sect, nor will I harm any of you. But as a price, you must forge your own path to the god level."
After Xu Yuan spoke, he didn't give the people of the Hao Tian Sect any opportunity and was swallowed by a vortex, disappearing without a trace.
The path to the god level was pioneered by Yun Ming and Xu Yuan. While Xu Yuan might have played a key role, Yun Ming undoubtedly contributed the most effort.
Currently, Yun Ming's contributions to the god-level path exceeded eighty percent, while Xu Yuan's contributions were limited to the initial push from zero to one.
Tang Hao obstructed Yun Ming's path, and now Yun Ming wanted to settle accounts with Tang Hao. Since the Hao Tian Sect didn't make a decision, they wouldn't continue on the path Yun Ming had opened.
Knowing his teacher couldn't make such a decision, Xu Yuan made this judgment on his behalf.
This generation of the Hao Tian Sect wouldn't walk the path to the god level.
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East Sea Coast.
The primordial energy of heaven and earth swelled, forming two distinct regions colliding with each other.
Above the continent, a huge phantom of the Hao Tian Hammer condensed, while on the sea side, a towering spear pierced the sky.
Many cities of the Tian Hai Alliance were covered under the shadow of the Hao Tian Hammer. The populace looked up fearfully at the sky, watching the two opposing Saint Respected figures.
Xu Yuan appeared above Tian Hai City, his spiritual energy spreading, separating the city below from the two figures above to prevent the battle from affecting ordinary people.
The phantom of the Hao Tian Hammer condensed into substance, and a figure also appeared, a large hand gripping the Hao Tian Hammer.
Tang Hao looked at Yun Ming, who also revealed his form.
"Yun Ming, do you want to seize the authority of the Plane Lord from me? I've never invaded the Netherworld, yet you invade Douluo Planet without reason?"
"Douluo Planet wasted its power under your rule. If you're unwilling to act, then hand over this power."
If it were his own cultivated power, Yun Ming wouldn't have the qualification to say this.
But since he controlled the entire plane's power and couldn't contribute to the plane, he should hand it over.
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