Lin Fei expressed his gratitude to the Phoenix and, along with Feng Ling, left the small world. Feng Ling's resolve had solidified, and she was now fully prepared to attempt the ascent to Martial Gods, needing only to merge her nine bloodlines as the final step.
As Lin Fei and Feng Ling had just left the small world, a resounding voice echoed throughout the Feng family's domain.
"Is Martial God Lin present? The Heaven Transformation Sect's Heaven Transformation Ancestor has come to visit!"
Feng Ling's expression changed slightly at the mention of the Heaven Transformation Sect and the Heaven Transformation Ancestor, a renowned Deity Transformation powerhouse, leading one of the top forces in the entire Ancient Continent.
"What could the Heaven Transformation Ancestor want?" she wondered, puzzled by his unexpected visit.
Lin Fei reassured her, "Let's not worry. It could be something good. The Heaven Transformation Ancestor doesn't seem to bear any hostility. Let's go meet him."
Together, Lin Fei and Feng Ling approached the visitor. The Heaven Transformation Ancestor, understanding the protocol, had stopped just in front of the Feng family's territory, not overstepping his bounds. His respectful approach suggested he wasn't looking for trouble.
Lin Fei calmly asked, "I am here. What brings the Heaven Transformation Ancestor to our doorstep?"
The Heaven Transformation Ancestor glanced at Feng Ling, quickly discerning her identity. He smiled slightly and said, "Martial God Lin, and Feng Ling, my visit might seem a bit presumptuous, but I've captured someone who is relevant to both Martial God Lin and the Feng family."
With that, the Heaven Transformation Ancestor gestured, and a figure was thrown out. Lin Fei and Feng Ling looked at the figure in surprise. "Heavenly Artifact Ancestral Master?" they both recognized the person.
Lin Fei's gaze sharpened at the sight of the Heavenly Artifact. Indeed, it was him, in his last remaining Deity Transformation body. Lin Fei had planned to seek out the Heavenly Artifact after becoming a Martial God, expecting it to be somewhat time-consuming and challenging. Surprisingly, the Heaven Transformation Ancestor had delivered the Heavenly Artifact directly to him.
Resigned to his fate, especially sensing the terrifying aura emanating from Lin Fei, the Heavenly Artifact realized he could no longer escape.
Lin Fei smiled faintly and accepted the gesture graciously, "Heaven Transformation, your kindness is deeply appreciated."
With a simple gesture, Lin Fei sealed the Heavenly Artifact with a strand of his World Law, effortlessly suppressing him. Lin Fei's World Law was adept at sealing and suppression, making it impossible for the Heavenly Artifact to even consider dying easily. Now within Lin Fei's inner world, the Heavenly Artifact was at Lin Fei's mercy.
The Heaven Transformation Ancestor internally marveled at Lin Fei's ability to seal a half-step Deity Transformation cultivator like the Heavenly Artifact with just a flick of his law. This act alone demonstrated the formidable nature of Lin Fei's laws. The Heaven Transformation Ancestor, not even able to discern the depths of Lin Fei's laws, became more cautious around the newly ascended Martial God.
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Having established a good relationship, the Heaven Transformation Ancestor then made an offer, "Martial God Lin, should you ever encounter any trouble or have questions, feel free to visit the Heaven Transformation Sect. Also, a word of advice: if you plan to venture into the Divine Realm, make sure to visit me first."
After finishing his words, the Heaven Transformation Ancestor departed. Feng Ling was surprised, remarking, "Did the Heaven Transformation Ancestor really just leave like that? According to legend, he's not known for being amiable but rather imposing. Did he really come just to deliver the Heavenly Artifact?"
Lin Fei replied thoughtfully, "The Heaven Transformation Ancestor came to probe and also to extend goodwill. He couldn't discern my true strength, so he left. Overall, his visit was to establish friendly relations, not with ulterior motives. If there are any motives, it would be when I visit the Heaven Transformation Sect in the future. As for the Divine Realm..."
Lin Fei murmured to himself. He had heard of the "Divine Realm" before – the giant Kun had mentioned it would return from there to pursue him. Now the Heaven Transformation Ancestor brought it up again. However, Lin Fei was clear that the priority was to assist Feng Ling in her attempt to reach Martial Gods.
"Feng Ling, take this time to adjust your state. I will protect you," Lin Fei assured her. "When you feel ready, don't hesitate. Make your attempt at reaching Martial Gods. Remember, there are no second chances. Achieving Martial Gods requires great determination and wisdom."
Lin Fei, having gone through the process himself, knew the difficulty of ascending to Martial Gods. Feng Ling returned to her chamber to prepare, while Lin Fei stood guard, ensuring no disturbances. With him, a Martial God, as her protector, she would undoubtedly be undisturbed.
Meanwhile, Lin Fei also immersed his consciousness in the Dubhe Dao Artifact. He needed to find the path of cultivation after becoming a Martial God. Ascension wasn't the end; after all, even Martial Gods with their hundred-thousand-year lifespan would eventually face death. Lin Fei's path was one of immortality, seeking boundless freedom and ease, transcending the limitations of a mere hundred thousand years.
He needed to continue elevating himself, surpassing the realm of Martial Gods, and striving to reach a level comparable to Dao Integration. In the Dubhe Dao Artifact, Lin Fei learned that beyond Deity Transformation was the stage of 'Void Transformation,' and above Martial Gods was 'Great Martial Gods,' a realm not significantly different in terms of life transformation.
After the stage of Void Transformation, which is still within the realm of Deity Transformation but allows integration with and travels through the void, comes the stage of Dao Integration True Immortal. This stage is a significant leap, as it signifies becoming immortal, existing as long as the heavens and the earth.
Similarly, in the martial path, after the Great Martial Gods, comes the stage of Martial Ancestor, the Ancestor of Martial Arts, the Origin of all Martial Dao. Achieving Martial Ancestor status is said to grant immortality, allowing one to resurrect from a drop of blood and reverse the forces of yin and yang, possessing unimaginable power.
Dao Integration True Immortals exist in the eternal space-time continuum, illuminating countless worlds and living as long as the cosmos itself. This truly warrants the title of "immortal."
In contrast, the concept of Martial Ancestor is even more exaggerated. Even the Dubhe Dao Artifact provides only a few descriptive terms for it, as even Dubhe True Immortal has never witnessed a Martial Ancestor.
According to legends, the birth of a Martial Ancestor could shatter billions of worlds with a single punch, and their emergence could mean the fall of true immortals.
Descriptions in the Dubhe Dao Artifact suggest that Dao Integration True Immortals are numerous, but Martial Ancestor seems to be beyond reach, existing only in legends. No one has reportedly seen a Martial Ancestor, leaving behind only tales of their extraordinary might.