187: seven realms

Watching Shen Lang's retreating figure, Han Li let out a sigh of relief.

This secret, he feared, could not be revealed, otherwise, he would gain a terrifying enemy.

Han Li turned and entered the courtyard.

He hadn't expected that he was the instigator.

This time, encountering a Yao Race trap was also a kind of "retribution"...

Inside the stone house, Han Li took out Medicinal Pills one by one.

He had been significantly injured in his fight with the Divine Eagle Demon Emperor.

Even with his current Cultivation and strength, he was still unable to contend with a Yuanshen Realm expert.

The gap in strength was too vast.

It spanned more than a few stages.

Being able to exchange a few blows was already his limit.

If not for the Tribulation Marks in his body that could resist a portion of the damage, he would have been even worse off.

Swallowing the Medicinal Pills, Han Li immediately closed his eyes and began to meditate.

Within a day, Han Li had recovered to his Peak.

His injuries were completely healed, and he recovered extremely quickly.

The True Devil Body's defense was powerful, and its recovery ability also grew stronger with each Breakthrough.

"Hoo~"

Slowly exhaling, Han Li felt the changes in his body.

He was full of power, but as soon as he thought of yesterday's battle, his mood became much heavier.

The Divine Eagle Demon Emperor's speed exceeded his imagination; a thought could cover fifteen thousand li, yet he could still be caught up to, and even surpassed.

If he encountered a special Demon Emperor, his speed advantage would not be as great.

"I still need to Breakthrough to the Seventh Realm..."

Han Li's thought stirred, and he immediately opened his panel to check.

Devouring Heaven and Earth [Sixth Realm 56%]

"Half a year's time to reach the Seventh Realm shouldn't be too much of a problem."

Looking at the panel information, Han Li's mind was settled.

He was still forty-five percent short; in half a year, he should be able to do it.

Even if it wasn't enough, it wouldn't be much longer.

"The Heavenly Witch Tribe's Spiritual Qi is also very powerful, and there's a Super Spiritual Vein. Absorbing the Earth Spiritual Vein Qi from the Super Spiritual Vein might allow me to completely Cultivate the First Divine Treasury, the Life Spring, to Perfection..."

Looking outside the house, a thought flashed through Han Li's mind.

The Azure Wood Earth Emperor Skill's perception of the Earth Spiritual Vein Qi was extremely strong; he could sense the boundless Spiritual Qi within the Heavenly Witch Tribe.

Absorbing it would undoubtedly bring a significant boost to his own improvement.

As for a Breakthrough, that was still too early.

His rate of improvement had already reached an astonishing level.

However, no matter how fast, he couldn't possibly Cultivate the Second Divine Treasury within half a year.

His Heart Divine Treasury Life Spring had only just begun Cultivation, and it was still a long way from Perfection.

Drawing and absorbing the Super Spiritual Vein Qi for Cultivation could make it faster, but not significantly so.

Unless he could sit directly in front of the Super Spiritual Vein to Cultivate.

That was obviously impossible... Time passed bit by bit.

Half a year flew by in a flash.

The Heavenly Witch Tribe was as peaceful as ever.

Here, it was like a paradise; the number of Witch Race in the Heavenly Witch Tribe was not large, with only about two hundred Witch Race in total.

However, though few in number, their strength was formidable.

The Witch Race were uniquely blessed.

They were born with strong Physical Bodies, and although the Heavenly Witch Tribe was small, it lacked no resources.

Adult Witch Race, with a little Cultivation, could become Grand Witch.

And the Grand Witch of the Witch Race were equivalent to the Human Race's God Realm Martial Artists, and the Yao Race's Demon Emperors.

In one Heavenly Witch Tribe of over two hundred Witch Race, at least half were Grand Witch.

Compared to the top major powers of the Northern Continent Demon Realm, they were more than just a little stronger.

Several major Yao Race powers combined could only rival the Heavenly Witch Tribe.

However, even though there were many Grand Witch, the difference between Grand Witch was also very large.

The gap between an Elementary Grand Witch and a top-tier Grand Witch comparable to a Primordial Spirit was the same.

Even so, the Heavenly Witch Tribe's strength was still very powerful.

Even the Yao Race overlords had to give them Face.

Within a thousand li of the Witch Race tribe, no Demon Emperor was allowed to enter without the Witch Race's permission.

However, the Witch Race found it very difficult to reproduce, unlike the Human Race, who multiplied so quickly.

Deep within the Heavenly Witch Tribe, a low roar came from a courtyard.

In the Void Realm, a Kunpeng phantom could vaguely be seen manifesting.

Supreme fiendish Divine Might permeated out.

"This is... Kunpeng? Could it be that Han Li Cultivated some Kunpeng Divine Ability?"

Outside the courtyard, Shen Lang's figure just happened to appear. Looking at the Kunpeng phantom floating above the courtyard, his heart trembled slightly.

Kunpeng Divine Ability, that was no ordinary Divine Ability.

It was the terrifying existence of the Ten Primordial Fiends.

Among the three major Yao Race Holy Lands, the current Demon Masters Mansion was home to the existing Kunpeng fiend.

An existence that Cultivated to become a Supreme Paragon, a truly top-tier existence among the Ten Primordial Fiends.

martial arts and Divine Abilities related to the Ten Primordial Fiends were all extraordinary.

"It looks like he's still in Cultivation. Forget it, I won't disturb him."

Coming back to his senses, Shen Lang thought for a moment, then turned to leave.

But as soon as he turned, the tightly closed courtyard gate opened, and a young man in a green robe appeared before Shen Lang's eyes.

"Brother Shen, since you've come, why leave? Please come in!" Han Li said with a slight smile.

Shen Lang turned around, looked at Han Li, then stepped into the courtyard.

"I just saw an unusual phenomenon and thought Brother Han was still Cultivating, so I didn't want to disturb you."

Shen Lang said with a smile.

In half a year, the two had not met many times, only a handful. Both were Cultivating their own Divine Abilities and essentially had no time. However, in their few meetings, Han Li had also come to understand Shen Lang's personality; although he came from a Holy Land, he had no arrogant demeanor and was a very easygoing person.

Their relationship had also grown closer through these few meetings.

"I just finished Cultivating, I'm fine now." Han Li said, then walked to the stone table under the tree in the courtyard, took out a pot of spiritual tea, and poured a cup for Shen Lang.

"Brother Shen, how is your Divine Ability Cultivation progressing?" Han Li asked Shen Lang.

Shen Lang held the teacup, took a sip, and a smile appeared on his Face: "It's a Major Achievement!"

"Even a Primordial Spirit Demon Emperor won't be able to catch me now." Shen Lang's Face showed a hint of confidence.

"Then congratulations, Brother Shen." Han Li smiled.

"Brother Han, if I may ask, are you Cultivating a Kunpeng Divine Ability? I just saw a Kunpeng phenomenon outside the courtyard." Shen Lang asked Han Li.

"Yes, I did Cultivate martial arts and Divine Abilities related to the Kunpeng. Now, I suppose I've achieved something." Han Li nodded.

"Kunpeng Divine Ability, martial arts and Divine Abilities of this type are rare! Brother Han's strength, I'm afraid, is not much different from those top Geniuses of my Central Earth Holy Land." Shen Lang smacked his lips.

"Haha, Brother Shen, you flatter me." Han Li smiled.

"By the way, Brother Shen, now that your Divine Ability is complete, when do you plan to leave?" Han Li asked him.

"I plan to leave tomorrow. I came to find you today to tell you about this." Shen Lang replied.

"Tomorrow..."

"Then I should be ready around tomorrow too. Let's leave together. If anything happens, perhaps you and I can look out for each other."

Han Li said.

"Alright, no problem." Shen Lang nodded.

Immediately after, the two discussed the specifics, and half an hour later, Shen Lang left the courtyard.

Under the tree, Han Li sat at the table, took a sip of tea, and opened his panel.

Devouring Heaven and Earth [Seventh Realm 1%]

Looking at the panel in his eyes, Han Li's mind was settled.

With Devouring Heaven and Earth Breakthrough to the Seventh Realm, this Divine Ability also underwent a fundamental change, its power becoming even stronger.

A leap of one Realm, his speed also increased significantly, reaching thirty thousand li per breath, and with the ultimate boost of spiritual power, he could reach forty-three thousand li per breath.

However, it was a pity that his Kun Peng Transformation Art still hadn't broken through the Heaven-Rank Martial Arts to become a Divine-Grade martial arts.

Han Li estimated that even if he Cultivated to the Eighth Realm, it would probably not undergo a substantial transformation.

The gap between Heaven-Rank Martial Arts and Divine-Grade martial arts was simply too great.

This could be seen from his Great Luo Swordplay.

Even though it was currently only a First Realm Divine Ability, its power was incomparable even to the Eighth Realm Perfection Taiqing Sword Intent.

"I'm afraid there's only hope if I surpass the Ninth Realm, or reach Ninth Realm Perfection."

Han Li looked up at the sky and sighed.

Although he had now Cultivated to the Seventh Realm, it would be difficult for him to Breakthrough in a short time.

The further he went, the more difficult the improvement, taking several times, dozens of times, or even a hundred times longer.

The leap from Heaven-Rank Martial Arts to Divine-Grade martial arts was far more difficult than he had imagined.

Han Li temporarily stopped thinking about Breakthrough to the Eighth Realm; as long as he survived this tribulation, he would have plenty of time to Cultivate in the future.

After all, his lifespan was comparable to a Supreme Paragon.

"The First Divine Treasury is considered complete."

Introspecting his body, Han Li felt the changes in his Heart Divine Treasury, a continuous source of power.

He constantly tempered his Heart Divine Treasury with the power of heaven and earth, developing its immense potential.

The stronger the Life Spring, the stronger the improvement of the Heart Divine Treasury.

His Life Spring reached a range of two hundred li.

This was ten times that of an ordinary Divine Treasury Life Spring.

And the gap in strength was even greater.

With a two hundred li Life Spring, Han Li filled all his magic power.

Even if he unleashed all his Divine Abilities, he could sustain combat for a long time.

The First Divine Treasury Life Spring was considered completely Cultivated to Perfection.

The power of heaven and earth he could control and unleash was also stronger.

His strength had also improved significantly.

However, there was still some distance to go before he could impact the Second Divine Treasury.

The Heavenly Witch Tribe was good, but he couldn't stay too long.

After half a year of dormancy, his Ten Thousand Tribulations True Devil Art had not improved at all.

Hard Cultivation basically had no effect on the Ten Thousand Tribulations True Devil Art.

Only by devouring life essence and blood could the Ten Thousand Tribulations True Devil Art grow stronger.

Essentially, the Ten Thousand Tribulations True Devil Art was a genuine Demonic Path Cultivation Technique.

Moreover, it was an unimaginably powerful Demonic Path Cultivation Technique, an existence of the Supreme level.

If it were to spread, even a Supreme Paragon would probably be moved to kill.

As long as the benefits were sufficient, anything was possible.

Ordinary people pursue money and stability, while Martial Artists pursue supreme power and the Grand Dao of longevity.

An existence that surpasses Divine-Grade Cultivation Techniques—that benefit alone was enough.

"Tomorrow... I hope everything goes smoothly!"

Looking up at the sky, Han Li's eyes were resolute.

This was the first major danger he faced since entering the Northern Continent Demon Realm.

However, even so, it could not shake his murderous intent.

The stronger the foes he killed, the faster his improvement would be.

Divine Abilities also required strength to be fully utilized.

After drinking the last cup of tea, Han Li immediately got up and went inside.

If he encountered Yao Race outside the Heavenly Witch Tribe, he would fight if he could, and if not, he would run directly... The next day, early in the morning.

Han Li and Shen Lang arrived in front of the main hall deep within the Heavenly Witch Tribe.

The two requested to take their leave.

However, he didn't see the Heavenly Witch Tribe Clan Chief, only the High Priest.

Inside the main hall, the High Priest, clad in a loose grey robe, looked at the two.

"Are you really leaving?" the High Priest asked the two.

"We've troubled you for many days; it's time to depart. Now that my Divine Ability has reached Major Achievement, I believe there won't be any danger," Shen Lang said.

"I feel the same. I have Cultivated in your tribe for half a year. If I achieve anything in the future, I will certainly repay you," Han Li said.

"Both of your potentials are considerable. If you don't die, becoming top-tier magnates in the future will certainly be no problem. If you have the Opportunity, even reaching the Supreme Paragon Realm isn't impossible," the High Priest said with a smile on his Face, which resembled old tree bark.

"High Priest, you flatter us."

The two spoke simultaneously.

"Alright, I don't have much else to say, except to remind you two to be extra careful. The Yao Race isn't so easily appeased."

The High Priest said.

"Understood." x2.

"Good, go on." The High Priest nodded.

The two bowed respectfully, and after saluting, they exited the divine hall.

Outside the hall, after bidding farewell to Elder Dark Witch, the two headed out of the Heavenly Witch Tribe.

Watching their disappearing figures, Dark Witch bowed his head in thought for a moment, then stepped into the divine hall.

"High Priest, they've left. Should we assist them secretly?" Elder Dark Witch asked the High Priest.

"No need. Their fates are very strong, and their Luck is profound; they won't die so easily," the High Priest shook his head and said.

"Moreover, if we assist them outside the tribe's range, the Yao Race will definitely use it as an excuse to cause trouble. While other Yao Race forces are nothing to worry about, the Three Great Yao Race Holy Lands cannot be underestimated."

The High Priest said slowly.

"Understood." Elder Dark Witch nodded, then exited the main hall.

Watching Dark Witch disappear, the High Priest rotated the bronze scepter in his hand, then he vanished into thin air within the divine hall... "You two, take care. Remember to visit again if you have time." At the entrance of the Heavenly Witch Tribe, Xuan Ba looked at Han Li and Shen Lang.

"Certainly, Brother Ba, if you ever come to the Central Earth, I will definitely treat you well," Shen Lang patted his chest and said.

"If you ever come to the Southern Continent, let me know, and Han will make sure Brother Ba has a good time."

Han Li also added.

"Haha, good. When I have time in the future, I will visit you all." Xuan Ba smiled.

"Brother Ba, farewell!"

The two cupped their hands, then stepped into the sky, disappearing directly from Xuan Ba's sight.

Watching the two leave, Xuan Ba then entered the tribe.

Outside the Heavenly Witch Tribe was a safe zone; within a thousand li, it was all within the Heavenly Witch Tribe's territory. Beyond this range, it was the land of the Yao Race.

In the Void Realm, the two traveled on clouds.

"Brother Han, if you encounter a Yuanshen Realm Demon Emperor, how long can you last?" Shen Lang asked from atop a white cloud.

"The difference is too great. Han estimates he can only last a few moves before being defeated."

Han Li said.

"Lasting a few moves is already impressive enough. I can only last a few moves myself," Shen Lang chuckled.

"What a pity!" Shen Lang sighed.

Han Li: "?"

"Brother Shen, what do you regret?"

Han Li asked in surprise.

Shen Lang looked at him and said, "It's a pity my strength isn't enough. If I had Cultivated to the Primordial Spirit Realm, I could summon the phantom of a supreme sacred weapon. Then, I would be able to chop these guys to death."

"!!!"

Hearing this, Han Li's heart trembled.

Summoning the phantom of a supreme sacred weapon!

"Brother Shen, you can still activate a supreme sacred weapon?" Han Li was astonished.

Shen Lang shook his head, "It's not activating the supreme sacred weapon, but merely summoning a sacred weapon phantom to descend across space and time. However, even if it's just a sacred weapon phantom descending across space and time, it's enough to kill ordinary top-tier Demon Emperors."

Hearing this, Han Li couldn't help but recall the scene of the great escape in the North Sea.

The Myriad Immortals Palace's supreme sacred weapon had saved him once; that should have been the so-called sacred weapon phantom.

That scene remained unforgettable to him.

A supreme sacred weapon is the ultimate killing machine in the world.

Unlike other Magic Treasures, once they reach the stage of a supreme sacred weapon, even without manual activation, a supreme sacred weapon can unleash boundless Divine Might on its own.

For Holy Land forces to endure through the ages, supreme sacred weapons were indispensable.

Holy Land forces possessing a supreme sacred weapon, even without a Supreme Paragon present, still commanded immense deterrent power.

"My father has a supreme sacred weapon in his possession; I've seen it a few times. Unfortunately, my father said that sacred weapons have spirits and their own will. To summon a supreme sacred weapon phantom for battle, one must gain the sacred weapon's recognition of strength, and at the very least, one must have Cultivated to the Yuanshen Realm," Shen Lang said slowly.

"..."

"Brother Shen, could your father be the Sect Leader of the Qiankun Holy Land?" Han Li's eyes widened as he looked at Shen Lang.

He knew Shen Lang was from the Qiankun Holy Land, but he had never expected Shen Lang to be the son of the Qiankun Holy Land's Sect Leader.

This identity truly exceeded his expectations.

No wonder, at such a young age, he had already Cultivated to such a Realm. The son of a Holy Land master would possess unimaginable resources.

Shen Lang turned his head to look at him, "Haven't I told you?"

Han Li: "..."

You told me?

You told me nothing at all... "My father has a terrible temper. When I surpass him in the future, I'll see if he dares to hit me. If he does, I'll hit him back." Shen Lang said with a faint smile.

Han Li: "..."

This guy was simply "filial to the extreme"! Filial to the heavens!

"Brother Shen, don't you have any life-saving Magic Treasures?" Han Li asked him.

"I do, but I used them. I used up the last Void Realm Restriction Talisman back in the Dust Domain. Damn it, it's all because of that cursed guy who made me waste such a talisman," Shen Lang said through gritted teeth.

Han Li: "..."

Forget it, he wouldn't ask anymore. The more he talked, the more he felt a chill down his spine.

If Shen Lang knew that he was that "cursed guy," then they would probably draw swords against each other.

"Brother Han, if I can find out who it is in the future, let's beat that cursed guy together and make him wish he were dead!" Shen Lang said to Han Li.

Han Li: "..."

"Actually, it's not entirely their fault. We can only say that our Luck wasn't very good," Han Li's heart twitched as he spoke.

"You have a point, but if I know who it is, I'll still have to beat them up. Not to death, but half to death will do," Shen Lang clenched his fists and said.

Han Li: "..."

...A distance of a thousand li was quickly covered by their speed.

In the Void Realm, as the two stepped out of the Heavenly Witch Tribe's territory, they also became vigilant.

Although half a year had passed, who knew if the Yao Race's Demon Emperors were still lurking.

Once they left the Heavenly Witch Tribe, they would have to rely on themselves.

They traveled for a hundred li, and there was still no abnormality, but the two still dared not relax in the slightest.

"Not good, dodge!"

As if by telepathy, the two suddenly sensed a crisis erupting in their hearts. With a flash of light, they vanished into the Void Realm.

At the exact spot in the Void Realm where they had just been, the space collapsed the moment they disappeared. Destructive Qi surged, and spatial power raged.

Their expressions were solemn. In the Void Realm, a figure stepped out.

Immediately after, three more figures emerged.

Four top-tier Demon Emperors!

They completely surrounded the two.

One of the top-tier Demon Emperors was none other than the Divine Eagle Demon Emperor who had pursued him before.

"Damn it, they're really persistent!" Shen Lang's Face was grim.

"After waiting for half a year, do you two really think you can escape?"

The Divine Eagle Demon Emperor spoke, his expression icy.

"Brother Han, are you confident you can escape on your own? Four old geezers, I'm afraid bringing you along might cause problems," Shen Lang suddenly transmitted his voice.

"Brother Shen, I don't think it will be a problem," Han Li replied.

"Alright then, take care of yourselves. After the great tribulation, come to the Qiankun Holy Land in the Central Earth, and I'll treat you."

Shen Lang transmitted a message.

The two's gazes sharpened.

"Attack!"

From all four directions in the Void Realm, a Demon Emperor spoke, and terrifying Demonic Qi erupted. The other three great Demon Emperors simultaneously unleashed their Divine Abilities, and destructive divine light converged, directly blasting towards Han Li and Shen Lang.

"Swish!"

"Swish!"

In an instant, Han Li and Shen Lang simultaneously activated their Divine Abilities, transforming into two streaks of light, one green and one purple, and vanished directly.

The attack shattered the Void Realm, but the two figures were gone.

"So fast!"

The four Demon Emperors' pupils constricted. The power that had sealed the heavens and earth had actually been broken through by them, and they had fled so quickly that even the Demon Emperors hadn't reacted.

"Pursue!"

In an instant, the four top-tier Demon Emperors recovered their senses and immediately disappeared into the Void Realm, splitting into two teams, and rapidly pursuing in the direction where Han Li and Shen Lang had vanished... In the Void Realm, a brilliant purple light flashed and disappeared instantly, vanishing without a trace.

After cultivating the Kun Peng Transformation Art, and his Divine Ability breaking through to the seventh stage, Han Li no longer condensed golden Kun Peng Wings, but purple Kun Peng Wings.

At a speed of thirty thousand li per breath, even top-tier Demon Emperors would find it difficult to catch up.

A few breaths later, the Divine Eagle Demon Emperor and another Demon Emperor appeared where Han Li had just vanished.

"The aura is getting weaker and weaker. This guy has such speed. Divine Eagle, it's up to you."

A Demon Emperor spoke. The Divine Eagle Demon Emperor said nothing, directly transforming into his true form, a black Divine Eagle, tearing through the Void Realm, and vanishing instantly.

On the other side, the green light that Shen Lang had transformed into also had terrifying speed. Even with two Demon Emperors in pursuit, they couldn't catch up, and the distance between them grew wider and wider... In the Void Realm, a faint light, like a meteor, streaked across the sky. The Divine Eagle Demon Emperor, in his true form, unleashed his innate Divine Ability, reaching the extreme of speed.

But even at his fastest, he felt a heart-pounding sensation.

Not only was he not closing the distance, but he also felt as if it was growing wider.

His aura had become very faint.

At this moment, sensing the faint aura of the Divine Eagle Demon Emperor behind him, Han Li's expression remained unchanged. The next second, he directly unleashed his mental power, breaking through the Void Realm and vanishing without a trace.

Divine Eagle Demon Emperor: "???"