Chapter 243 – Three Lives Heaven!

“This is just the magical artifact; I still haven’t learned the ‘Heaven-grade Breathing Technique’!”

Ye Sheng looked up at the dimly lit hall, lost in thought.

After promoting to the 5th Revolution Ghost King, it wasn’t just about obtaining a magical artifact. In addition, there were Heaven-grade Breathing Techniques, equipment, skills… and many other aspects that could be comprehensively improved!

1.07 million was only his starting combat power; there was still immense potential for further increases.

“First, master the Heaven-grade Breathing Technique!”

Without further hesitation, Ye Sheng took out the golden scroll of the Heaven-grade Breathing Technique, sat upright on the throne, and began to study it intently.

…

Three days later, thunderous rumbles echoed through the hall.

Upon closer inspection, one would realize that these thunderous sounds were emanating from within Ye Sheng’s body, vibrating incessantly like the beating of war drums.

As the breathing technique circulated, Ye Sheng’s aura grew increasingly terrifying!

Over the course of three days, he had gained a preliminary understanding and mastery of the ‘Heaven-grade Breathing Technique’ bestowed by Emperor Lord Dongxuan.

His combat power had increased by another 100,000!

Although the 100,000 combat power amplification wasn’t as staggering as the 300,000 from the ‘Heaven-grade artifact,’ it was still significant.

Moreover, the Heaven-grade Breathing Technique was divided into thirteen levels. Currently, he had only reached the ‘introductory stage’—a preliminary grasp. As his comprehension deepened and his realm advanced, the increase would far exceed a mere 100,000 combat power!

It could be much more!

Seated on the Black Throne, surrounded by billowing black clouds emanating from it, Ye Sheng pondered…

Now that he had a preliminary grasp of the ‘Heaven-grade artifact’ and the ‘Heaven-grade Breathing Technique,’ there were still many other areas for improvement, but they would require gradual accumulation.

Secluding himself indefinitely wasn’t the solution!

Additionally, the final deadline for heading to Dongsheng Province was approaching.

First, he needed to take charge of the Ghost King Hall in Dongsheng Province.

Second, he had to complete the trial mission and seize the position of Inspector.

Especially the trial mission—the Immortal Puppet had urged him multiple times. He couldn’t remain in the Taixuan Jizhen Cave Heaven forever.

“There’s still so much for me to do!”

Ye Sheng let out a sigh. His journey remained long and arduous; everything was just beginning.

“Hah!”

“Time to go out for a walk. Secluding myself further won’t yield much more benefit.”

Ye Sheng stood up. The Black Throne spun rapidly, shrinking in size before disappearing into his brow.

This artifact was forged using his body as the furnace, intimately connected to his flesh and blood, allowing it to be stored within him.

“Also, how have Xu Xingchen, Tang Hongyi… and Xu Xiao been doing lately?”

Dressed in a white robe, Ye Sheng walked outward with his hands clasped behind his back. With each step, the two heavy doors of the hall swung open with a resounding boom, and he strode out.

…

Fengdu University was vast, resembling a sprawling celestial palace divided into twelve heavens: Yin-Yang Heaven, Life-Death Heaven, Yellow Springs Heaven, Three Lives Heaven, Netherworld Heaven, Reincarnation Heaven… and so on.

Each heavenly domain was an independent space.

This year’s new batch of students had been assigned to ‘Three Lives Heaven.’

In the minor world of Three Lives Heaven, the sun shone brightly, white clouds drifted lazily, and countless magnificent buildings, pavilions, and towers dotted the landscape… creating a pleasant environment with no trace of eerie ghost qi.

The most famous feature of Three Lives Heaven was a bridge!

This bridge was called the ‘Immortal-Passing Bridge.’

Stretching for countless miles, it led into the unknown depths of the white mist.

And before the Immortal-Passing Bridge… stood an Immortal-Passing Stele!

At this moment.

The white jade plaza in front of the Immortal-Passing Bridge was crowded with the new batch of students.

In the distance, pavilions and towers around the lake were filled with chattering young women, all gazing toward this side.

At the same time, they were chattering among themselves, though it was unclear what they were discussing.

“I heard a new record has been set!” one girl exclaimed, her eyes sparkling as she looked toward the Immortal-Passing Bridge.

“Yes, the top ranking on the Immortal-Passing Stele has changed again. Someone set a new record, pushing the previous first place down to second! It caused quite a stir!”

“That’s incredible! I’ve tried crossing the Immortal-Passing Bridge too, but I couldn’t even make it past 300 meters!”

“There are just too many Monstrous Talents. More than ten people have already stepped into the Ultimate Realm… How can we compete with that?”

The Ultimate Realm!

Everyone fell silent at the mention of it!

Previously, they had been brimming with confidence, believing they too could step into the “Ultimate Realm.”

But once their Mentors provided the Resources and they began their sprint, they realized how difficult it truly was to reach the Ultimate Realm!

It felt as though there was an insurmountable chasm in between, impossible to cross.

Many had already given up on the Ultimate Realm, thinking it would be more than enough just to reach the Peak Tier!

It was precisely because they had personally experienced the difficulty that many now understood just how extraordinary these Monstrous Talents who had entered the Ultimate Realm truly were!

“The Ultimate Realm is out of reach for me! Right now, all the provinces are competing fiercely on the ‘Immortal-Passing Bridge.’ Has anyone from your province made it onto the ‘Immortal-Passing Stele’?”

“No!” the person replied with an awkward smile. Their province had been completely wiped out—not a single person had managed to climb onto the Immortal-Passing Stele.

…

On the white jade plaza, a group of people had gathered, nervously watching the entrance to the Immortal-Passing Bridge.

The entrance was shrouded in white mist, giving it an air of profound mystery.

This group was none other than the people from Nanming Province.

Among them were Xu Xingchen, Tang Hongyi, Shangguan Jianyun… all present.

Luo Wuchang stood to the side, carrying a Stone Coffin on his back, exuding an eerie Yin Energy that made those around him unwilling to approach.

Balun was accompanied by a small dog—or more accurately, a miniature version of a dragon.

It was Balun’s companion dragon, but after shrinking, it looked chubby and adorable, trailing behind him like a puppy with its tongue hanging out.

Han Shuixian had changed into a green dress. Tall and graceful, she radiated vitality like a goddess, attracting many admiring glances.

When not in combat form, Han Shuixian was undoubtedly a beauty who could score over 95 out of 100!

A moment later, a figure staggered out of the white mist of the Immortal-Passing Bridge, looking disheveled and noticeably paler.

“Xu Xiao!”

Seeing this, the group from Nanming Province immediately swarmed around him, their faces filled with concern as they asked questions.

Xu Xingchen was the fastest, leaning in close to Xu Xiao’s face. Looking at his pale fellow clansman, he grinned and asked, “So, Xu Xiao, how far did you make it this time?”

Xu Xiao plopped down on the ground, pushing away Xu Xingchen’s annoying face—his saliva was practically spraying onto him—and smiled bitterly at the group. “Not much. Only 3,800 meters this time! I couldn’t go any further—that’s my Limit!

If I want to go farther, I’ll need to create a second ‘Fusion Skill.'”

“That’s still good! You surpassed your last attempt!” Shangguan Jianyun, carrying a Golden Longsword on his back, nodded in approval, quite satisfied with Xu Xiao’s performance this time.

Luo Wuchang poured cold water on the moment, saying, “But 3,800 meters isn’t even enough to touch the edge of the Immortal-Passing Stele!”

Balun snatched the miniature dragon that was nearly crumpled into a twist from Tang Hongyi’s hands and said, “There’s no way around it. Xu Xiao is already the one who has ventured the farthest in our Nanming Province!

I can only reach the 3,200-meter mark myself. This Immortal-Passing Bridge is just too difficult!”

With her toy taken away, Tang Hongyi pouted her little lips, somewhat displeased. “No, it’s still far from enough. The top record on the Immortal-Passing Stele is nearly 7,000 meters!

We haven’t even come close to his heels. The gap is just too wide!”

Upon hearing this, the group fell into silence.