202: Chapter 202 Ten Years of Secluded Cultivation, Initial Formation of an Avatar

In the quiet room of the ice Peak, time flowed silently during Cultivation.

Outside, storms raged and undercurrents surged, but this pure land, protected by ice, snow, and Formation, remained as tranquil as ever.

Ten years is a long time for a Mortal, enough for a child to grow into a teenager, and for black hair to be dyed with white frost.

But for a Cultivator, especially one above the Heavenly Immortal Realm, it is merely a slightly longer seclusion or the time needed to comprehend a Divine Ability.

Lin Wan sat cross-legged, his body surrounded by a faint gray mist; this was the Chaos Qi naturally overflowing as it circulated within his body.

Over these ten years, he had been single-minded, fully consolidating his Heavenly Immortal Middle Stage Realm and comprehending the Profound Truth regarding Clones within the Chaos Dao Derivation Scripture.

Within his Dantian, the Chaos Dao Seed had completely stabilized.

Its light was restrained, but its aura was deeper and more vast.

The Dao Seed rotated slowly, and with every breath, it drove a massive amount of immortal essence to surge endlessly through his Meridians, nourishing his Physical Body and Divine Soul.

Although his cultivation was still at the Heavenly Immortal Middle Stage, the purity and total amount of his immortal essence were many times stronger than when he had just entered the Heavenly Immortal Middle Stage.

His greatest harvest, however, was the preliminary condensation of the Space-Time Clone.

At this moment, beside the Chaos Dao Seed, a phantom almost identical to Lin Wan's true self floated silently.

Around the phantom, the long river of time and the ripples of space intertwined into mysterious patterns, making him look ethereal and mysterious, as if he would merge into space-time and disappear at any moment.

This was the embryonic form of the Space-Time Clone.

Although it was only an embryonic form, it already possessed the basic characteristics of a Space-Time Clone.

It could, to a certain extent, mobilize the power of space-time to perform short-range teleportation, or small-scale time acceleration, deceleration, or even suspension.

More importantly, this Clone was connected to Lin Wan's true self by Divine Soul, sharing the same thoughts.

It could act independently and think independently, yet it absolutely obeyed the will of the true self.

"Condense!"

Lin Wan gave a low shout in his heart, his Divine Sense sinking into the embryonic form of the Space-Time Clone.

The blurry phantom trembled slightly and then slowly became solid.

Features, limbs, torso... gradually became clear, and finally, it transformed into a young man identical to Lin Wan's true self.

This young man had a face eight or nine parts similar to Lin Wan's true self, but his temperament was completely different.

The true self had an indifferent and otherworldly temperament, carrying a detachment as if looking down upon all living beings.

This Space-Time Clone, however, gave people an ethereal and uncertain feeling, as if he would dissipate into space-time at any moment, with deep eyes that seemed to be able to see through the past and future.

The Space-Time Clone opened his eyes, and a flash of silver light passed through them; that was the manifestation of the power of space-time.

He raised his hand and squeezed gently; the space in his palm twisted slightly, and the flow of time seemed to slow down a fraction.

"It's done." A smile curled the corners of Lin Wan's true self's mouth.

After ten years of bitter Cultivation, the Space-Time Clone was finally initially formed.

Although its combat power could not yet compare to the true self, relying on the control of the power of space-time was enough to give him an absolute advantage when facing Cultivators of the same rank.

Moreover, the Clone and the true self could share Cultivation insights, which was of great help in comprehending the Laws of space and time.

"Let's test its power." With a thought from Lin Wan, the Space-Time Clone stepped out, his figure appearing like a ghost in another corner of the quiet room instantly.

There was no spatial fluctuation, as if he had always been there.

"Space teleportation, the range is about a hundred zhang, and the consumption is not too great." Lin Wan's true self evaluated silently.

He then controlled the Clone to point gently at the cold jade meditation cushion in the center of the quiet room.

"Slow."

An invisible fluctuation enveloped the cold jade meditation cushion.

The flow of time around the cushion clearly slowed down, and the dust floating in the air fell more than ten times slower.

"Time deceleration, the range is relatively small, and it can only act on dead objects or targets whose cultivation is far lower than mine.

Moreover, the duration is limited, and the consumption is quite large." Lin Wan shook his head.

The Space-Time Clone's ability was still in its Elementary stage and had many limitations.

But even so, it could have unexpected effects in battle.

"Withdraw." With a thought from Lin Wan, the Space-Time Clone turned into a silver light and merged into his true self's body, returning to the point of light in his Dantian.

The Clone had just been formed and needed nurturing; it was not suitable to be outside for a long time.

"The Space-Time Clone is complete.

Next, it's time to start preparing for the gestation of other Clones." Lin Wan pondered.

Gold, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth, Wind, Thunder, and Ice—these eight major Clones required Heaven And Earth Treasure of the corresponding attributes as cores, supplemented by a massive amount of Spiritual Qi of the same attribute, to be successfully gestated.

"Gold Spirit needs Gold Jade, Wood Spirit needs Wood Heart, Water Spirit needs Heavenly One True Water, Fire Spirit needs Sun Essence Gold, Earth Spirit needs Breathing Soil, Wind Spirit needs Nine Heavens Xun Wind Stone, Thunder Spirit needs Purple Firmament Divine Thunder Wood, Ice Spirit needs Ten Thousand Year Profound Ice Soul..."

Lin Wan recalled the core Materials recorded in the Chaos Dao Derivation Scripture needed to gestate each series of Clones and couldn't help but feel a headache.

These Materials were all rare Heaven And Earth Treasure in the world.

Even in the resource-rich Major Thousand Worlds, they were extremely difficult to find, let alone in a remote place like the Beichen Immortal Domain.

"It seems that leaving the Beichen Immortal Domain is imperative." Lin Wan's gaze became firm.

"However, before leaving, I must first resolve the trouble of the Blood Fiend Sect and, by the way... collect some resources."

He had not forgotten that the Blood Fiend Sect was a Demonic Path Sect with a long heritage; its Foundation should not be bad.

Moreover, Old Ancestor Blood Demon was a Golden Immortal, and his collection might have what he needed.

"It's been ten years; it's time to go out and take a look." Lin Wan stood up and pushed open the stone door of the quiet room.

Cold wind mixed with snowflakes rushed toward him.

Above the ice Peak, it was covered in silver, a frozen world.

But Lin Wan didn't feel the slightest chill; his Chaos Dao Body had reached Major Achievement, and he had long been immune to cold and heat.

His Divine Sense spread out like mercury pouring onto the ground, instantly enveloping the entire Ice and Snow Divine Palace.

After ten years of closing the mountain, the Ice and Snow Divine Palace had not changed much.

The Sect-protecting Formation had been on, and the light blue light shield isolated the wind, snow, and prying eyes.

Most of the Disciples in the palace were in closed-door Cultivation, and their auras were much stronger than ten years ago.

In particular, Core Disciples like Palace Master Xuè Wúhén, Fairy Shuiyun, and Liu Qingqing had significantly improved their cultivation.

Palace Master Xuè Wúhén had touched the threshold of the Heavenly Immortal Peak, Fairy Shuiyun had also broken through to the Heavenly Immortal Middle Stage, and Liu Qingqing had reached the Peak of the Heavenly Immortal Early Stage.

"Not bad." Lin Wan nodded slightly.

The Ice and Snow Divine Palace had been able to concentrate on development and improve their strength over these ten years, which was not in vain for his temporary stay here.

His figure moved like a snowflake, drifting down the ice Peak toward the direction of the Snowfall Hall.

In the Snowfall Hall, Palace Master Xuè Wúhén was discussing Sect affairs with Great Elder Bing Yun.

Suddenly, both of them felt a gentle yet vast Divine Sense sweep across the main hall.

"It's Senior Lin!" Palace Master Xuè Wúhén's beautiful eyes brightened, and she stood up abruptly.

"Senior Lin has come out of seclusion!" Great Elder Bing Yun was also energized.

The two hurriedly tidied their robes and walked quickly out of the hall.

Just as they exited the hall, they saw Lin Wan standing with his hands behind his back on the square in front of the hall, looking up at the snowy sky.

His figure in the wind and snow appeared somewhat lonely, yet incredibly tall.

"Junior Xuè Wúhén (Bing Yun) pays respects to Senior Lin!

Congratulations to Senior on coming out of seclusion!" Palace Master Xuè Wúhén and Great Elder Bing Yun hurriedly stepped forward and bowed respectfully.

"No need for formalities." Lin Wan turned around, his gaze sweeping over them, and he nodded slightly.

"It has been ten years; Palace Master Xuè has improved her cultivation quite a bit, touching the threshold of the Heavenly Immortal Peak.

Great Elder Bing Yun's Foundation has also become more stable."

"Senior has a Wisdom Eye." Palace Master Xuè Wúhén felt a chill in her heart, feeling more and more that Lin Wan was unfathomable.

She had never mentioned to outsiders that she had touched the threshold of the Heavenly Immortal Peak, but she didn't expect Lin Wan to see through it at a glance.

"It is all thanks to Senior's guidance back then, as well as the tilt of Sect resources, that this Junior has been able to make slight progress."

"The path of Cultivation, in the end, depends on oneself." Lin Wan said lightly, changing the subject.

"In these ten years, has there been any movement outside? What has the Blood Fiend Sect done?"

Mentioning the Blood Fiend Sect, the expressions of Palace Master Xuè Wúhén and Great Elder Bing Yun became serious.

"Reporting to Senior," Palace Master Xuè Wúhén said in a deep voice, "Since Senior shocked and repelled Old Ancestor Blood Demon ten years ago, the Blood Fiend Sect has indeed been quiet for a while.

But according to news we have secretly inquired about, after Old Ancestor Blood Demon returned to the Blood Fiend Sect, he announced his seclusion and has not appeared since.

However, the forces under his command have been active frequently, seemingly secretly contacting other Demonic Path Sects.

Moreover, some rumors about Senior have also been quietly spreading in the Beichen Immortal Domain."

"Oh? What rumors?" Lin Wan raised an eyebrow.

"It is rumored that Senior is a reclusive Golden Immortal expert, possibly even an existence at the Golden Immortal Middle or Late Stage.

Some also say that Senior is a big figure who descended from the Upper Realm and has ulterior motives for coming to the Beichen Immortal Domain.

There are also rumors that Senior obtained a great Opportunity in the Chaos Ruins, and perhaps even obtained the Legacy of a Chaos Demon God..."

Palace Master Xuè Wúhén recounted them one by one, her tone filled with worry.

"These rumors are hard to distinguish between true and false, but they have undoubtedly pushed Senior into the limelight.

Now in the Beichen Immortal Domain, undercurrents are surging, and many forces are secretly inquiring about Senior's information, among which there are some old monsters.

My Ice and Snow Divine Palace has also suffered considerable pressure because of this."

Lin Wan listened quietly, his expression unchanged.

All of this was within his expectations.

The moment he made a move, he knew it would attract attention.

He just didn't expect the rumors to be so outrageous.

"It doesn't matter." Lin Wan waved his hand, his tone indifferent.

"Just clowns, no need to worry.

Old Ancestor Blood Demon is in seclusion, likely healing his wounds or plotting something.

However, since he dared to provoke me, he must be prepared to pay the price."

Palace Master Xuè Wúhén and Great Elder Bing Yun were shocked.

Hearing what Senior Lin meant, was he planning to take action against the Blood Fiend Sect?

"Senior, the Blood Fiend Sect has a long heritage and a deep Foundation.

Old Ancestor Blood Demon is a Golden Immortal, and it is said that he has connections with even more powerful Demonic Path forces.

Although Senior has great Divine Ability, two fists are hard to beat four hands.

Is it..." Palace Master Xuè Wúhén said with some worry.

She did not doubt Lin Wan's strength, but the Blood Fiend Sect was deeply rooted, and Demonic Path Sects had always been unscrupulous in their actions; she was afraid that Lin Wan would suffer a loss.

"I have my own measure." Lin Wan interrupted her, his gaze looking into the distance—that was the direction of the Blood Fiend Sect—and a cold glint flashed in his eyes.

"Ten years of seclusion, my cultivation has improved slightly.

It is just right to use the Blood Fiend Sect to test my current means."

He paused and looked at Palace Master Xuè Wúhén: "Palace Master Xuè, I need a detailed intelligence report on the Blood Fiend Sect, including the location of their Sect gate, the characteristics of their Sect-protecting Formation, the distribution of experts within the Sect, and the possible seclusion location of Old Ancestor Blood Demon."

Palace Master Xuè Wúhén was energized and quickly said: "This Junior has already ordered people to collect it.

Please wait a moment, Senior."

A moment later, a Jade Slip recording detailed intelligence on the Blood Fiend Sect was delivered to Lin Wan.

Lin Wan's Divine Sense swept over it, memorizing all the information within.

"Blood Fiend Sect... Blood Sea Soul Refining Formation... Interesting." A cold arc curled the corners of Lin Wan's mouth.

"Tomorrow, I will go to the Blood Fiend Sect to visit this Old Ancestor Blood Demon."

Palace Master Xuè Wúhén and Great Elder Bing Yun looked at each other, both seeing shock in each other's eyes.

Was Senior Lin going to... single-handedly kill his way to the Blood Fiend Sect?

"Senior, does the Ice and Snow Divine Palace need to..." Palace Master Xuè Wúhén was interrupted by Lin Wan before she could finish speaking.

"No need." Lin Wan shook his head.

"This is a personal grievance between me and the Blood Fiend Sect; the Ice and Snow Divine Palace does not need to intervene.

You just need to guard the Sect gate."

After speaking, Lin Wan's figure flickered and disappeared from the spot, leaving only a faint voice drifting in the wind and snow.

"When I return, it will be the time for me to leave the Beichen Immortal Domain."

Palace Master Xuè Wúhén and Great Elder Bing Yun stood in place for a long time without saying a word.

The wind and snow fell on them, bringing a biting chill, but their hearts were boiling with excitement.

They knew that a storm sweeping through the Beichen Immortal Domain was about to officially begin because of Lin Wan's coming out of seclusion.