Fire, the fire that pervaded the gray world.

Wu Wang 'stood' on a mountain ridge, gazing at the pitch-black land, watching the volcanoes on the horizon spewing hot smoke.

Here, the Great Dao seemed to possess temperaments, all somewhat restless.

Among the five elements, fire is the most domineering and fierce. Fire-related spells often use scorching and bursting as means to injure enemies. Although the Dao of Fire is unique, numerous paths of fire have branched off from this top-level Great Dao.

At this moment, Wu Wang was gradually drawing closer to the Dao of Fire, feeling the transformations of its form, intent, method, and spirit.

Wu Wang was naturally deep in thought, and there was a question in his mind that he couldn't figure out no matter how much he pondered. He had never even considered the Dao of Fire! How could he suddenly gain so many insights, to the point where his Dao Realm even showed signs of a breakthrough?

Could it be...

Suddenly, a few images flashed before Wu Wang's eyes.

It was when he had fought with his father-in-law. The old man had seized the opportunity to punch him several times in the chest, and after the fight, he had gained some new insights.

Wu Wang entertained the idea of introspection. He could vaguely see light and shadow on his Spirit Platform, where a five-colored flame—white at its base, intermixed with red, blue, green, and gray—danced.

Ripples, almost visible to the naked eye, emanated from this flame, wafting around Wu Wang.

'The Yan Emperor's Command needs to undergo three transformations before revealing its true form.'

Fairy Ling's words faintly echoed in his ears.

Wu Wang pondered for a moment but could not determine whether his Yan Emperor's Command had undergone two or three transformations.

But the insights he now had about the Dao of Fire all came from the Yan Emperor's Command.

With slight hesitation, Wu Wang still decided to absorb these insights.

He was more interested in the Dao of Stars. Ever since Feng Zhizi, the Pavilion Master of the Four Seas Pavilion, had someone deliver a wealth of texts about the Dao of Stars, Wu Wang had been reading non-stop, frantically absorbing the experiences and knowledge of his predecessors.

Deep down, Wu Wang was not a person inclined to study hard, but Enlightenment, cultivation, becoming closer to heaven and earth, and merging with the Great Dao were all incredibly gratifying pursuits.

His love for cultivation was second only to the one regret he had in his life up until now!

When he first received these insights into the Dao of Fire, he had actually resisted accepting them. He couldn't just absorb them immediately. Only after verifying and confirming that they would not crowd out his primary cultivation in the Dao of Stars could Wu Wang take these insights and transform them into his own Dao Realm.

The Yan Emperor's Command had given far too much!

Logically, cultivation is about gradual progress; even enlightening revelations can cause minor adverse effects—haste makes waste.

The transformation of the Yan Emperor's Command should be presided over by the Human Emperor. Its holder should reach a certain designated realm before unlocking the transformation of the Yan Emperor's Command to gain more benefits.

The transformation of the Yan Emperor's Command that Wu Wang was experiencing should, at the earliest, have taken place in the True Immortal Realm.

He was able to accept these insights without any strain mainly because his Divine Thought was sufficiently strong.

The breakthrough in his Dao Realm at this time was due to the insights into the Dao of Fire. Later, he would have to spend more time contemplating the Dao of Stars, allowing those insights to match his current Dao Realm and restore the dominant position of the Dao of Stars.

If this could enhance my strength, then that would be a good thing.

Wu Wang sighed softly as he meditated within the Dream Realm, absorbing the vast sea of insights carried by the Yan Emperor's Command.

In the unseen world, he saw an old man walking alone on this vast land.

Vaguely, he glimpsed a towering figure sitting between heaven and earth, deducing the Eight Trigrams Picture.

There was also that all-too-familiar elder, carrying a medicine basket and tasting each strange flower and exotic grass…

The insights from the three Human Emperors irrigated Wu Wang's sparse 'Dao of Fire,' allowing it to grow rapidly and ascend quickly. The sensations of the three Human Emperors as they battled using the Dao of Fire also projected into the depths of Wu Wang's heart.

Indeed, the Human Domain had a complete set of methods for cultivating successors.

But the old senior knew his identity and his mother's stance. Why did he still let him comprehend the Dao of Fire? Could it be that when the old senior was beating him... cough! When he used his chest to block the old senior's fists, the old senior accidentally unsealed a certain seal on the Yan Emperor's Command?

Gradually, Wu Wang had less and less spare spiritual mind for these matters, becoming immersed in the world of flames, unable to extricate himself for a long time.

「...」

"What?"

"No! Is the Sect Master at it again?"

"Everyone, there's no need for such alarm! This isn't the first time our Sect Master has done this!"

Outside the Sect Master's residence in the Rift Valley of the Annihilation Sect.

Up and down, inside and out, more than two thousand Demonic Cultivators packed the area in multiple layers, so tightly that not even water could escape!

Wu Wang's small building had been consumed by flames. Fortunately, a Transcendent Realm Grand Elder took prompt action, waving his hand to set up a thick barrier, protecting Wu Wang within it.

Several vortexes, each ten zhang in diameter, were distributed around the barrier, continuously devouring the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.

Due to Wu Wang's advancement in the Dao Realm, this breakthrough was even more significant than the last Enlightenment in Dream. A tornado had appeared above the Annihilation Sect, with the spiritual energy from within an eight-hundred-li radius surging toward this place.

But this time, Wu Wang's absorption of spiritual energy was solely for the breakthrough in realm, lacking the 'process' of tempering his body with the power of the Stars; thus, the phenomenon would not last too long.

Within the barrier, the rootless fire had no temperature, yet it allowed the members of the Demon Path to sense the changes in the Dao rhythm of the sleeping person inside—sometimes as violent as a volcanic eruption, sometimes as peaceful as a small bridge over flowing water.

The Dao of Fire, which often gave an impression of explosiveness and fierceness, was now revealing its different facets.

Fire-based cultivation techniques in the Human Domain were, of course, not limited to just the Yan Emperor's Command.

On the contrary, because the three Human Emperors controlled the Dao of Fire, the fire-based cultivation techniques of the Human Domain were the most numerous and widespread. Thus, Wu Wang's breakthrough in realm using the Dao of Fire would not make people think of the Yan Emperor's Command.

Ji Mo stood before several disciples from military families, watching the flames dancing within the blood-red light, his gaze exceedingly complex.

Why did it feel as if Brother Wuwang was about to surpass him in the Dao Realm? And yet, cultivation realm was supposed to be Brother Wuwang's weakness…

Lin Qi had already been meditating not far away, sensing the Dao rhythm around him. Although he felt the Yan Emperor's Command at his Spirit Platform trembling incessantly, he merely took it as a resonance between the same Great Dao.

For those close to Wu Wang, his identity as the 'Little Golden Dragon in the surf' became the best cover for his Yan Emperor's Command.

Some experts from the Annihilation Sect tried to analyze:

"Isn't our Sect Master cultivating the Dao of Stars?"

"Alas, some people always seem relaxed on the outside but are working hard in secret."

"That's talent for you! Who can object to that!"

Mao Aowu also joked with a smile, "Could this Enlightenment in Dream be some kind of secret technique? If one could live a hundred years in a dream and only wake up after three or four days, it might just be the Big Dream Divine Skill."

An Elder beside him laughed, "Big Dream Divine Skill? Hahaha, that really might be possible."

"What? Our Sect Master has cultivated the Big Dream Divine Skill? No wonder he can achieve Enlightenment in Dream."

"So that's how it is. No wonder, no wonder."

"This Big Dream Divine Skill is indeed incredibly profound."

"I want to learn it."

Afterward, such news spread like wildfire, and many Demonic Cultivators showed looks of sudden understanding.

In a little under an hour, an Elder acquainted with Mao Aowu came over and transmitted his voice directly to Mao Aowu, "Elder Mao, have you heard? Our Annihilation Sect has a Big Dream Divine Skill that only the Sect Master can cultivate! With this skill, you just need to sleep, and you can live a century in your dreams, accumulating an immense amount of cultivation insights."

Mao Aowu: …

SLAP. He raised his hand and smacked his own mouth, unable to bear looking, his face etched with regret.

He was just making a casual joke; how did it get twisted into something completely different after just one round of spreading!

This phenomenon persisted for four hours, with still no sign of dissipating.

Many Demonic Cultivators had already sat down on the spot, enjoying the rare spectacle of a breakthrough in a dream while drinking and chatting, thoroughly at ease.

The main hall was deserted, with fruit peels scattered all around the Sect Master's small building.

The Grand Elder was quite decisive, directly ordering the feast to be set up nearby, and the music and dancing were moved to this location as well.

The valley was filled with fragrant aromas, and the newly admitted disciples busily served dishes.

Suddenly, the fire in the barrier surged upward. A cluster of flames condensed into a Qingluan divine bird, soaring into the sky and crashing against the Mountain Protection Array, bursting into a sky full of fiery sparks.

The aura fluctuations from inside the barrier rose a notch, and the fire within grew even fiercer.

An Elder immediately shouted loudly:

"The Sect Master has broken through in his dream, first level!"

The Demonic Cultivators exclaimed in admiration. The people of the Annihilation Sect were elated, and many, fueled by alcohol, began recounting the grandeur of the Sect Master's previous Enlightenment.

Another two hours passed.

The flames within the barrier suddenly converged. A Fire Python raised its head and hissed, two dragon horns growing on its head, before it exploded into layers of fire waves.

"The Sect Master has broken through in his dream, second level!"

The shouts resounded once more, and all the Demonic Cultivators were in an uproar.

Meanwhile, many busybodies had already sent out Jade Talismans. Multitudes of Liu Guang flew from all directions, and hundreds of Demonic Cultivators had gathered outside the Mountain Protection Array, peering in at this rare sight.

「At the same time, within Wu Wang's Dream Realm.」

In the distant sky, the flame giant who used a volcano as its seat was gazing at an even more distant ocean.

Wu Wang was currently 'sitting' with his back to this giant, continuously contemplating and digesting the insights this back view had brought him.

He could faintly sense that these images came from the memories of the predecessor, Emperor Suiren.

If one day I can fully unlock the Yan Emperor's Command and reach the end of the Dao of Fire, maybe then I could learn about this predecessor's experiences, Wu Wang thought. The insights into the Dao of Fire that were no longer erupting were still plentiful, and he could only take them all in for now, seeing if he could make another breakthrough.

At this moment, he had already reached the Ascending Immortal Realm.

「In the open space before the Technique Teaching Hall of the Annihilation Sect.」

A small table had been set up for several hours.

Lin Suqing and Immortal Mu, to avoid the crowd, were sitting here leisurely drinking tea. Elder Miao and two old women from the Sect were also at the same table.

Immortal Mu mumbled, "How on earth did he do it? If he slept for ten or eight years to break through a realm, that would actually be reasonable. But breaking through two minor levels in half a day… it just doesn't seem explainable."

"People are different," Miao Cuijiao said indifferently. "In every era, the vast majority of ordinary cultivators are merely a backdrop for those dazzling stars."

Lin Suqing thought for a moment and then said, "Elder Miao, you shouldn't actually think that way. Everyone has their own meaning and value in life. Cultivation, while important, isn't everything about a person…"

"Suqing, don't misunderstand," Elder Miao said, her eyes like silk and her smile as charming as flowers. "I consider myself one of the stars too, you know."

Lin Suqing couldn't help but raise her hand to her forehead and hurriedly said, "My apologies for interrupting."

"Whoa, the Sect Master's aura seems to have changed again," Immortal Mu exclaimed softly. "He's broken through again!"

No sooner had she spoken than a Fire Fox, wrapped in flames, burst out of the barrier. It circled in the air for a while and then quietly vanished.

From afar, one could still hear that Elder's shout:

"The Sect Master has broken through in his dream, third level!"

"Three levels in a row! My goodness!"

Immortal Mu's large eyes were full of brightness, while the other four at the table remained quite calm.

At a banquet table in front of the small building, Ji Mo looked dejected, his hands covering his forehead. He sat there, sighing deeply, his spiritual mind unable to settle for a long time.

Toiling in the pavilion for over a decade, enlightenment came from diligent cultivation day and night.

Who would have thought ascending to immortality was not so precious? The Sect Master crossed the threshold in just one dream.

Beside him, Mao Aowu patted Ji Mo on the shoulder and comforted him, "Don't be disheartened. At least the way you attained Enlightenment is special, truly one of a kind."

The surrounding cultivators roared with laughter. Ji Mo, however, felt encouraged and sat up straight.

「Back at the Technique Teaching Hall.」

Elder Miao smiled. "This time, he should only be able to break through three levels, right? It feels like the Dao rhythm is beginning to stabilize; those fluctuations are gone."

The two old women also said:

"Could our Sect Master really become a Heavenly Immortal before he's a hundred years old?"

"I always felt that the old Sect Master wasn't very accurate in judging people. I never expected him to have such a uniquely insightful moment."

Lin Suqing smiled. "Young Master is indeed very talented in matters of cultivation."

"You all should prepare to go and congratulate the Sect Master."

Elder Miao stood up, stretched, and yawned languidly. "I don't like such crowded places. I'm going back to rest."

Lin Suqing and the other three stood up. After watching Elder Miao leave, Immortal Mu conjured a cloud, and they hurried to the front of the barrier.

The Dao rhythm fluctuations inside the barrier had calmed down.

The small building had vanished without a trace, leaving behind only a foundation-like pile of ashes. Some treasure mines that Wu Wang had taken out as decorations were scattered around.

The thousands of people inside and outside the Sect's residence fell completely silent.

The Grand Elder calmly removed the nearby soundproofing array. A loud yawn instantly fell upon the ears of all the cultivators.

"YAAAWN! Suqing, pour me a cup of tea, hmm?"

A momentary silence ensued within the barrier, followed by the rustling sounds of someone getting dressed. Fortunately, the Grand Elder's cultivation was profound, and he firmly protected the Sect Master's modesty at this time.

Shortly after, Wu Wang, dressed in a black robe and with a calm expression, stepped out of the great formation. He looked at the Demonic Cultivators feasting everywhere and noticed that the majority were unfamiliar faces with unfamiliar Dao rhythms.

"What's this? Has the banquet been moved here?"

Wu Wang asked casually as if nothing was amiss. Seeing that the Demonic Cultivators didn't know how to respond, he added, "Enjoy your meal and drinks, everyone. Grand Elder, is there some joyous occasion in our Annihilation Sect?"

The Grand Elder shouted loudly, "Congratulations to our Sect Master for achieving Enlightenment in his dream today, advancing three levels in a single dream!"

The Demonic Cultivators finally snapped back to reality. One by one, they rushed towards Wu Wang, cupping their hands in congratulation and shouting loudly. With over a thousand people speaking at once, the scene… was comparable to hundreds of ducks quacking.

Wu Wang was instantly submerged in this enthusiasm, yet he remained completely unruffled, calmly responding to each of them one by one.

But these Demonic Cultivators were truly too enthusiastic. One exclaimed, "Sect Master's Big Dream Divine Skill is amazing!" while another shouted, "Sect Master, remember me!"

Several female demon leaders even tried to take the opportunity to get close to Wu Wang, but he deftly dodged them.

Thankfully, the Grand Elder promptly stepped forward, using his Transcendent might to push back the crowd.

Wu Wang also used the excuse of needing to comprehend his new realm, extricating himself from the throng and temporarily taking refuge in the Technique Teaching Hall.

Mid-stage of the Ascending Immortal Realm?

Wu Wang looked at his hands, experiencing the profound sensations brought by the increase in his realm. He carefully observed his Nascent Soul, which was transforming into a Primordial Spirit, and gradually felt a sense of reassurance.

The Dao of Stars was unaffected.

Next, he only needed to read books related to the Dao of Stars to slowly fill the gaps in his understanding of it, allowing the Dao of Stars to match his current realm, and then he could continue his cultivation!

This Enlightenment brought obvious benefits, the most notable being a significant boost to his combat strength.

Beyond that, Wu Wang gained a new understanding of fire.

With a light flick of his finger, a ball of pale blue flame danced before him and then swiftly extinguished in the air.

For a cultivator in the Ascending Immortal Realm, such power was indeed quite remarkable.

However, for Wu Wang—who had mastered the Praying Star Technique, whose Divine Thought could clash with a True Immortal, who possessed the Golden Dragon Transformation, and who had just discussed the grand scheme of the Great Wilderness with His Majesty the Human Emperor and the Young Master of the Heaven Palace…

"Average."

Wu Wang's slightly dissatisfied voice drifted slowly through the Technique Teaching Hall, causing Ji Mo and the others, who had just reached the entrance, to subconsciously halt.

Mao Aowu clenched his fist. "He's really asking for it!"

Ji Mo, Lin Qi, Lin Suqing, and Immortal Mu nodded in unison.

The five exchanged glances and then, with lightning speed, dashed into the Technique Teaching Hall. They pounced towards Wu Wang, gritting their teeth and rubbing their fists, fire blazing in their eyes.

"Hmm?"

Wu Wang looked up, frowning slightly.

Mao Aowu's foot slipped, and he ran to the left to observe the murals. Ji Mo smoothly veered off to the side and sat down. Lin Qi took out a Jade Talisman for record-keeping and began to study it intently. Lin Suqing suddenly had an exquisite tray in her hands.

Only the slim figure of Immortal Mu appeared before Wu Wang. She stood there hesitantly, raising her small fists, and blinked gently at Wu Wang.

"I… I want to do some problems now, Da!"

"A rare request! Here you go!"

Wu Wang casually took out a wooden box, similar to the kind Immortal Mu was used to, and placed it in front of her, causing her legs to go weak.

"Why are there so many outsiders in the Sect?" Wu Wang asked, somewhat puzzled.

Ji Mo smiled. "They are naturally here to congratulate you."

"What's there to congratulate? Cultivation is, after all, a personal matter."

Wu Wang shook his head, somewhat indifferent to it.

He had never imagined that this breakthrough of his would cause such a significant stir in the Human Domain…

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