Invincible Starts From Dao Fruit

The starry sky is endless.

The universe is boundless.

Chen Jichuan steered the 'Dual-element Immortal Spider,' roaming through the cosmic expanse.

Just as Granny Gan had said, compared to the 'Universe Spirit Shuttle,' the Dual-element Immortal Spider is even faster, achieving a speed of 2.2 times the speed of light.

This matches the speed that a Divine Transformation cultivator can achieve by driving the 'Universe Spirit Shuttle.'

"Truly peculiar, these starry sky exotic beasts!"

Chen Jichuan thought of Xiao Lan.

According to logic.

Chen Jichuan took ten years to travel from Wuhe Star to Dual Star, spending five years on the journey. The five-year journey covered using a 'Universe Spirit Shuttle' would normally take fifty years for a typical Divinity Transformation flesh-body flight.

Yet Xiao Lan managed to catch up in only thirty years.

"Twenty years faster than an ordinary Divinity Transformation cultivator."

"It must be thanks to the Moyun Vine."

As starry sky exotic beasts, whether 'Immortal Vines,' 'Dual-element Immortal Spiders,' or 'Moyun Vine' subspecies, they all possess extraordinary abilities for rapid flight through the cosmos.

Their methods may differ.

Their speeds may vary.

But none can compare to ordinary human Divinity Transformation practitioners.

These were advantages honed through countless years of evolution. Just as human Divinity Transformation practitioners developed 'Universe Spirit Shuttles' and 'Galaxy Walking' magical treasures, these too are products of 'evolution.'

"But ultimately, as subspecies, their speed still cannot surpass that of the 'Universe Spirit Shuttle.'"

"Definitely incomparable to the Dual-element Immortal Spider."

Chen Jichuan sat cross-legged on the back of the Dual-element Immortal Spider, sometimes distracting himself with idle thoughts, sometimes meditating, sometimes seeking guidance from Granny Gan.

Year after year passed by.

The distance from Wuhe Star to Magic Sound Mountain spans about 40 light-years. Traveling at the Universe Spirit Shuttle's speed would take 20 years.

Having already covered approximately 10 light-years on the way to Dual Star,

With the spider's speed, the remaining journey would take 13 to 14 years.

Chen Jichuan traveled intermittently, with only half of the time spent on the road.

Twenty-seven years later.

Fifty-seven years after leaving Wuhe Star.

Chen Jichuan stopped cultivating long ago, put away the Dual-element Immortal Spider, and gazed ahead at a planet emanating a blueish aura in the distance, a smile spreading across his face—

"Magic Sound Mountain."

"Here we are!"

...

Magic Sound Mountain, in truth, is Magic Sound Star.

Within this celestial body lies ten mountain ranges, jagged peaks rising high amidst the starry sky, forming a marvelous array overseeing all mountains and rivers.

Beyond the planet,

Forty-seven satellites encircle the star, constituting additional formations that guard Magic Sound Star.

It's solid as an iron fortress.

"Of the Magic Sound Ten Ancestors, five remain active—the First, Third, Fourth, Seventh, and Tenth Founders. The Fourth and Seventh Ancestors are particularly adept in formation techniques."

"The formations within and around Magic Sound Mountain were laid by them."

During his years traveling, Chen Jichuan gathered more detailed information about Magic Sound Mountain from Granny Gan.

This included knowledge of the Five Ancestors' specialties and personalities.

And insights into the rules and layouts of Magic Sound Mountain.

The forty-seven satellites encasing Magic Sound Star make entry and exit nearly impossible. Only four gateways exist in the cardinal directions, referred to by the cultivators of Jiulong River System's Zone 9 as the 'Four Great Heavenly Gates.'

Chen Jichuan descended outside the 'South Heavenly Gate.'

Before long,

Two individuals approached to meet him, introducing themselves as 'Magic Sound Mountain Guides,' both of whom were of Second-order cultivation levels, relying on the flying shuttles beneath their feet to traverse in and out of the celestial zone with ease.

The pair arrived at Chen Jichuan's side and respectfully said, "Senior, as this is your first visit to Magic Sound Mountain, if there's anything you need, feel free to direct the two of us."

The two guides were named Tao Shan and Liu Shan, both at Second-order Late Stage.

In Wuhe Immortal Sect, they would already qualify as significant figures, able to hold positions such as university deans or hall masters. Yet here in Magic Sound Mountain, they were reduced to mere 'guides.'

Guide in name.

Servant in reality.

"I wish to rent a quiet cave dwelling."

"Preferably something suitable for alchemy, artifact crafting, and talismans."

Magic Sound Mountain, under the governance of its Five Ancestors, is a serene and harmonious place devoid of conflict. Many Divinity Transformation cultivators choose to rent cave dwellings here for peaceful cultivation or to evade old foes.

The Mountain's ancestral masters, known for their 'love of peace,' were actually savvy businessmen.

They carved out cave dwellings of varying grades throughout Magic Sound Mountain, available for rent but not purchase.

The rental cost for many of these dwellings was steep, making them a lucrative venture for the ancestors.

"Every cave dwelling in Magic Sound Mountain is peaceful and suitable for alchemy, artifact crafting, and talismans."

"But the Beta-grade dwellings are equipped with various refining fire arrays, making them exceptionally suitable for alchemy and artifact crafting."

Cave dwellings are divided into Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Delta grades.

The Beta-grade caves command high rental prices but prove worthwhile for alchemists and refiners due to their configurations. Many flames collected by the Magic Sound Ancestors from across the cosmos are stockpiled exclusively here.

Their remarkable effects aid in alchemy and artifact crafting.

However, these amenities offered little appeal to Chen Jichuan.

"These flames have no roots; their seeds are controlled by the Magic Sound Ancestors. If not for that, they could enhance the potency of my Daluo Heavenly Fire."

Without fire seeds, mere flames are unlikely to match the strength of Chen Jichuan's 'Daluo Heavenly Fire.'

There's no need to waste money.

"A Delta-grade cave will suffice."

Chen Jichuan waved his hand dismissively.

"Understood!"

The two guides responded courteously and quickly assisted Chen Jichuan in renting a cave dwelling.

Though of the lowest grade, the environment and space were excellent. The cave dwelling featured fourteen rooms, including Alchemy Room, Artifact Room, Talisman Room, Beast Garden, Cultivation Quiet Room, Guest Room, etc.

Outside the cave lies a lush bamboo forest, tranquil and vibrant.

The only drawback was the spiritual energy—it was slightly inferior to that of Wuhe Star and far below that of Dual Star.

And then there was the price—

"30,000 Spirit Crystals per year."

"An ordinary Second-order Alchemist earns barely 10,000 to 20,000 Spirit Crystals annually."

"A typical Third-order Alchemist earns at most 400,000 to 500,000 per year."

"Even the lowest-grade cave dwelling costs 30,000 Spirit Crystals a year."

"Exorbitant!"

Chen Jichuan couldn't help but shake his head.

His savings of four million Spirit Crystals had already been exhausted during the journey's cultivation costs. Fortunately, he struck a deal midway, replenishing his stock of Primordial Stones; otherwise, he couldn't have afforded to stay.

...

Having settled in Magic Sound Mountain,

Chen Jichuan spent time awaiting the arrival of the two renowned ancestors, Galaxy and Zhenwu, while acclimating himself to the atmosphere of the place.

The two ancestors departed 112 years before him, but lacking the 'Universe Spirit Shuttle' or 'Dual-element Immortal Spider,' they could only travel at a maximum of 20% light speed.

Coming directly from Wuhe Star to Magic Sound Mountain would take approximately 200 years.

Any delays would further extend their journey.

Upon reaching Magic Sound Mountain, Chen Jichuan confirmed with the guides that no messages had been left behind by Galaxy or Zhenwu.

Clearly, the pair had yet to arrive.

Despite starting 112 years later, traveling intermittently, Chen Jichuan unexpectedly arrived sooner.

This demonstrates just how indispensable magical treasures like the 'Universe Spirit Shuttle' are for cultivators roaming the cosmos!

Encountering the two ancestors en route was unsurprising. The vastness of the cosmos makes deviations of hundreds of thousands or even millions of miles along a shared path unsurprising.

This distance far exceeds the range of Divine Sense perception.

With the two ancestors yet to arrive, Chen Jichuan roamed Magic Sound Mountain.

The Jiulong River System, divided into nine zones, counts Magic Sound Mountain as the core of Zone 9, where tens of thousands of Divinity Transformation cultivators gather year-round. At any moment, two hundred thousand cultivators might be active within the mountain's vicinity.

"Within the Jiulong River System, the total recorded number of life planets, as of a thousand years ago, stands at 93,551."

"Medicine King Star and Canghai Star are among them."

"Wuhe Star, however, is not included."

Chen Jichuan purchased a 'Nine Rivers Brief History' from Four Directions Sect and casually flipped through it.

The Jiulong River System is vast.

Among its documented life stars, there are over ninety thousand.

Stars like Wuhe Star that remain undiscovered or deliberately concealed by powerful factions are doubtlessly even more numerous.

"On these stars, some house merely one or two Divinity Transformation cultivators, while others host dozens or even over a hundred."

"The entire Jiulong River System likely boasts at least two to three million Divinity Transformation cultivators."

"Scattered across nine zones."

"In Zone 9, where Magic Sound Mountain resides, conservative estimates place the number at two to three hundred thousand. The true figures might even double!"

Figures in the 'Nine Rivers Brief History' are public, conservative approximations.

The true cosmos hides countless secrets.

Even superpowers like Four Directions Sect struggle to compile precise statistics.

Take Wuhe Star, for instance.

In merely two thousand years, thirteen Divinity Transformation cultivators emerged—these numbers are absent from public records.

One can only imagine how many stars similar to Wuhe Star exist.

"Slipping through the cracks of millions upon millions of cultivators!"

"It's terrifying!"

Seeing such a figure left Chen Jichuan astonished.

And this is merely one river system!

"What an exciting journey ahead!"

Anticipation bubbled within Chen Jichuan's heart.

...

As he acclimated himself to Magic Sound Mountain, Chen Jichuan familiarized himself with the Jiulong River System.

Prices of magical treasures.

Prices of pills.

Prices of talismans.

Prices of spirit beasts.

Chen Jichuan diligently gathered and understood these details.

He further inquired into the market and costs of various raw materials.

Investigated spiritual medicines for alchemy, refining materials for artifact crafting, cinnabar for talisman making...

And also observed the commonly seen magical treasures, pills, talismans in Magic Sound Mountain's marketplace.

Day by day, after cultivating, Chen Jichuan toured various shops, soaking in knowledge. Many newcomers to the cosmos follow similar habits, making his actions unremarkable.

Chen Jichuan's explorations weren't merely a reconnaissance of the market for future business ventures. He actively sought treasures capable of enhancing his cultivation and power—

"Earned wealth must be spent."

Only by converting Spirit Crystals and Primordial Stones into cultivation progress and combat power could he truly benefit.

Otherwise, vast reserves of Spirit Crystals and Primordial Stones are merely meaningless numbers.

This expedition opened Chen Jichuan's eyes countless times.

Magic Sound Mountain indeed lives up to its reputation as a trading hub, offering an endless array of magical treasures, pills, talismans, spirit beasts, exotic treasures—seemingly indefinite, dazzling the eye.

Among these, Chen Jichuan most valued treasures that could enhance his Daoist comprehension.

Mana can be rapidly improved by consuming ample Spirit Crystals, Primordial Stones, and pills.

But Daoist comprehension is far harder to advance.

Many Divinity Transformation cultivators stagnate due to insufficient Daoist comprehension, leaving their cultivation unable to progress despite abundant mana.

But in Magic Sound Mountain, treasures capable of accelerating cultivation breakthroughs are plentiful.

Take, for instance, Starfall Pavilion's 'Three-Pattern Clear Spirit Pill,' which provides assistance in clearing the mind and attuning to spiritual energies, making it easier to perceive the universe.

There's also the 'Purple Heart Pill,' containing mysterious Yuan Power that broadens the consciousness sea, solidifies the Divine Soul, and expedites cultivation.

Another is the 'Obstacle Breaking Pill,' capable of shattering bottlenecks.

Then there's the 'Blood Lotus Pill,' allowing practitioners to temporarily experience the peak state of the Heavenly Human Realm.

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