CHAPTER 567: CHAPTER 005: THE BODY OF DESTINY THAT CANNOT CONDENSE QI FORTUNE

"The Body of Destiny lies in its unique ability to ’inspect’ the various ’Qi’ within the human body. There’s a saying ’three feet above one’s head, there dwells the Divine.’

This kind of Qi is the foundation of everything that governs life.

Some people call this ’Fate,’ while others refer to it as ’Qi Fortune,’ ’Qi Shu,’ or ’Life Chart.’ Your brother, Divine Fist Li Liran, refers to it as ’Human Body Radiance.’

Regardless of the name, the Body of Destiny itself represents an evolutionary change, a transformation where the bodily Qi and the ’Divine’ at three feet above unite into one."

"At this point, the Xingyi Tao already shows a similar trend. However, your brother far surpasses you in this regard. Therefore, the potential of the Xingyi Tao might not have been fully exploited by you; you may have just scratched the surface."

Jia Yongheng analyzed and explained everything about the Body of Destiny to Zhou Yan.

Even so, for Jia Yongheng, it would be rare if Zhou Yan could grasp half of it. Because condensing the Body of Destiny is not easy; if it were, this type of body would not be rarer than the Emperor Qi Sword Body.

But Zhou Yan’s comprehension surpassed Jia Yongheng’s expectations.

From Jia Yongheng presenting various views and summarizing everything about the Body of Destiny, to now acquiring the corresponding Magic Technique, Zhou Yan felt he at least understood seventy percent.

Not only that, but Zhou Yan also excelled in the method of cell division. He might not be able to condense the Body of Destiny himself, but he could use Jia Yongheng’s Spirit and Body as a blueprint and continually produce similar bodies through the method of mitotic replication for research and analysis.

This technique was his alone, unimaginable to others.

"I think I have a certain understanding now," Zhou Yan declared solemnly.

"Alright, if you have any questions, contact me again. I will stay here for a few more days to reflect on the various insights they discussed and also to await your stabilizing comprehension, observing your Cultivation progress.

Afterwards, I will also head to the Nine Origin Heavenly City, this ’genius camp,’ to learn. After all, my foundation is only up to this step. I need to cultivate further to become stronger, especially since I am currently the only one with the Body of Destiny. I also need to explore the path ahead."

Jia Yongheng said.

Zhou Yan nodded, then exchanged thoughts with Hou Ling, Feng Jiu Xian, the Huangfu Siblings, Yang Liufeng, and later with Yan Ran and Zhuge Jiayue, before he began to isolate himself for contemplation.

Meanwhile, Zhou Yan had Bai Ying enter the Yuan Ci Secret Realm, began organizing the Yuan Ci Secret Realm, secretly trained in the realm, and temporarily suppressed the news of the mishap involving the Five Great Saints while also planning the resource utilization and family members’ Cultivation within the realm.

Time slowly passed during such deep contemplation.

In the blink of an eye, seven days had passed.

During these seven days, the genius cultivators at the Yaochi Sacred Land, most of those close to Zhou Yan, were at the Main Peak for contemplation. Since this interaction didn’t conceal personal Cultivation Techniques, all the geniuses progressed rapidly. Individuals like Feng Jiu Xian, Hou Ling, and Huang FuZhan significantly enhanced their Combat Power, some even nearing the Combat Power of Breaking Eight or Nine after grasping a hint of the Original Dao’s Secret Technique.

And Zhou Yan, during this time, used the Purple Flame Void to condense Jia Yongheng’s bloodline, continuously observing and analyzing, then using his own body to condense a model of the Body of Destiny, altering it bit by bit.

By basing it on two types of constitutions, condensing a third type was like pouring oil on fire; once condensed, his constitution would immediately shatter explosively.

During these seven days, Zhou Yan’s body shattered over and over, continuously failing, yet unable to succeed.

The bloodline style of the Body of Destiny was not even partially condensed, but the seven days of condensation made Zhou Yan feel his physical body growing stronger, capable of seemingly shattering the vacuum with a mere gesture.

Despite this, Zhou Yan never gave up on condensing the Body of Destiny.

"Pfft—"

His body shattered once more, and Zhou Yan deployed the Undying Rebirth Technique and Nirvana Technique, using up a large amount of Origin Energy to recover his body, looking somewhat disheveled.

During this continuous shattering and failure, Zhou Yan gradually gained many insights.

"This Body of Destiny needs a tremendous amount of Qi Fortune power to refine the Soul and Body. Spirit and Body Unity seems to be just the beginning; it seems necessary to condense a Qi Fortune ’Divine’ to ride the Body of Destiny on my constitution. This is indeed challenging...or perhaps it is the ’Nine Origin Universe’ that has certain limits? In this case, I can only try this after returning to Earth. If my Master achieved something on Earth, maybe that world doesn’t have these restrictions.

Otherwise, with my capabilities, combined with my comprehension in the Purple Flame Void Land of Enlightenment, it shouldn’t be possible to repeatedly fail in seven days without even getting started! Especially since I’m using Jia Yongheng’s cells as a blueprint to nearly perfectly replicate my cells for modification, and it’s still not working, this can likely be initially determined as a limitation by the Law."

Zhou Yan mused deeply and made a clear judgment.

"However, although the condensation of the Body of Destiny had no effect, there have been critical advancements in refining my constitution, making my physical body even stronger and subtly enhancing my Combat Power. The realm of the Sword Void Fifth Transformation is about to break through to the Sword Void Sixth Transformation. Moreover, I can now faintly sense the aura of the tribulation. The enhancement in the strength of my physical body is massive..."

With this analysis, Zhou Yan stood up.

As he moved, his body immediately emitted a series of crackling sounds like popping beans, the sounds vibrating the Void as if an invisible terrifying force was twisting it.

This was the physical strength that made the Void tremble.

At this time, Zhou Yan was confident that if he were to face Ji Wu, who had initially unlocked the Nine Layers of Restrictions, he could probably tear him apart with his bare hands!

...

"Brother Zhou Yan, since you have come out of seclusion, it is also time for us to take our leave."

After Zhou Yan emerged from his cultivation retreat, Huang Fuzhan came to bid farewell.

By his side, Huang Futing and Huangfu Jing were both looking at Zhou Yan with ’meaningful gazes,’ their eyes filled with an inexplicable fervor.

"Zhou Yanxuan, my sister has always said how capable you are, and how good you are. I genuinely wanted to see the man my sister admired so much. Now, I never expected that I, as an elder sister, almost fell for him too. Initially, I thought you were barely good enough to be my sister’s Daoist couple, but now, I realize that even if my sister and I combined our strengths, we wouldn’t compare to the Holy Daughter’s status. So, Brother Zhou Yanxuan, you witnessed us making fools of ourselves before."

Huang Futing spoke magnanimously.

She spoke as though she never concealed her intentions.

Despite liking and admiring a character like Zhou Yan, her speech was very frank, and she could directly face her emotions.

"Brother Huangfu, thank you for your help, Zhou Yan will remember it."

Zhou Yan first addressed Huang Fuzhan.

Then, he turned toward Huang Futing and Huangfu Jing, speaking softly, "Fairy Huang Futing, thank you for seeing the good in Zhou Yan. However, Zhou Yan is a man of misfortune, and affection has become a luxury.

It’s not that Zhou Yan is cowardly, but at a time when the Holy Daughter suffers, when Gu Xi still lies slumbering in her coffin, when the fate of my daughter is still uncertain, how can Zhou Yan possibly entertain the thought of resting in the lap of beauty? Moreover, the word ’affection’ brings heartache, and Fairy Huang Futing, being a person of unparalleled nature, while I do like you in my heart, it is merely an affection. Zhou Yan’s heart has aged, and it is unlikely that it will engage in emotions for quite some time."

Zhou Yan spoke and then deeply glanced at Huangfu Jing.

This lively and lovely girl had always admired and liked him from the beginning, standing by his side through various perils; Zhou Yan was not truly heartless, so naturally, he felt moved.

However, he did not want to get involved too much, nor did he want to leave this world with too many entanglements.

"Huangfu Jing, if they merely make me nostalgic, then you are like a lovely girl-next-door in my heart, leaving a deep impression. That little girl from the past, that bright-eyed and white-toothed young girl, even many times when I’ve awoken from cultivation, would linger before my eyes, hard to forget.

But you understand the current situation; we are like lambs in a pigpen... and you know my path even more, so if you don’t despise it, then from now on, I’ll be your brother, what do you think?"

Zhou Yan’s expression was sincere, his voice gentle as water.

"Yes, brother, for Huangfu Jing to have a brother like you is my fortune."

Huangfu Jing’s lovely and cute eyes dimmed for a moment but quickly brightened again; she revealed a sweet smile and agreed to Zhou Yan’s suggestion.

"Ah... this is also good, Brother Zhou Yan, call me sister and let me hear it."

Huang Futing said cheerily.

Zhou Yan gave a bitter smile and said, "Alright, who makes Jingjing so adorable."

Saying so, he sincerely called Huang Futing ’Sister’.

Huang Futing smiled coquettishly, "I have been cultivating for much longer than you. However, if you count Lei Yan King’s lifetime, I’ve taken advantage of you. I’ll forever remember this ’Sister,’ and this time, I’ll let you call me that.

In the future, you’ll be our big brother, which suits your status more.

We all will strive, but you bear more responsibilities. Despite how cruel this world is, many people and even other types of lives are innocent; they shouldn’t die. If one day, you have the power, just... don’t hold onto grudges against this world’s enemies, give them a way out, okay?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yan’s heart felt a stir; Huang Futing might seem carefree but was extremely meticulous and courageous, genuinely considering others.

"I will!"

Zhou Yan responded affirmatively.

"Brother Zhou Yan, you’re not only Fairy Huang Futing’s big brother, but also our big brother."

Yang Liufeng, Yan Ranxuan, and others spoke up at this moment.

Zhou Yan was silent; he looked at this group of friends, from the initial life-and-death training to now, nearly united in heart...