Chapter 93: Mastering the Heavenly Dao List, the Illiterate Surprisingly Knows How to Read
“What is the Heavenly Dao List… what is that?”
Several people showed expressions of ignorance simultaneously, looking at Zhou Tong with bewilderment.
It’s not surprising that they didn’t know; it would take several decades for the secrets of the Heavenly Dao List to be revealed.
After Zhou Tong explained, the women exchanged glances, shock filling their eyes.
“This thing can be so miraculous!”
As a Sage, Mu Ran Ya’s perception of the world became even sharper, and she could sense the extraordinary nature of the stone tablet.
“The Heavenly Dao List does not have a ranking function yet. If someone carves their name on it, wouldn’t they become number one?”
Sheng Xin asked curiously, eager to try.
“In theory, that’s the case.”
Zhou Tong nodded. The Heavenly Dao List already contained divine power and had long established complete laws, just hidden and unmanifested.
If someone forcibly triggered the laws, it would undoubtedly take effect.
“In that case, why don’t we give it a try?”
Mu Ran Ya was the first to step up; this was the most secure plan.
With her current strength, she could handle any unexpected events.
With a swift movement of her fingertip, a flash of light shot towards the stone tablet.
At the moment of contact, the Heavenly Dao List erupted into a strong light, like a barrier, bouncing the light away.
“There was a repulsion; it seems you are not the fated one.”
Zhou Tong said with a smile, thinking that perhaps the Sage-level power was too formidable, causing the stone tablet to activate its self-protection.
“Next, let me try.”
Zhou Tong volunteered and strode forward. Before he even got close, he felt a powerful repulsive force.
“I don’t believe this.”
With a stubborn heart, he unleashed his formidable spiritual power, crashing forward like a tidal wave, only to hear a bang as the stone tablet was directly knocked away, crashing back into the ground.
“It seems I can’t either; this thing really does choose its targets.”
Zhou Tong said helplessly.
Soon after, the Little Demoness and Zhang Chuqiao also attempted it, but they could not touch the Heavenly Dao List, or even get close.
Now, only two candidates remained.
Since this stone tablet was brought back by Long Lingyun and Sheng Xin, it indicated that they had been recognized.
“You two should carve your names; this is a great opportunity, don’t waste it.”
Upon hearing this, the two were overjoyed, realizing this exploration trip was fruitful.
“Remember, you must act according to your abilities; forcing it when your strength isn’t enough will lead to losses.”
Both agreed, unleashing their sharp spiritual energy, which coalesced upon their index fingers and pointed at the Heavenly Dao List.
The writing began.
It was a difficult process; as they carved, sparks flew and brilliant colors filled the air, momentarily illuminating the darkness like the sunrise.
Long Lingyun completed her carving first, writing only the character “Long,” then paused, her face slightly flushed but her breath steady.
Sheng Xin also carved only the character “Sheng,” but she was drenched in sweat and looked weak, evidently having expended a significant amount of energy.
The two unconsciously exchanged a glance, both showing knowing smiles.
“It turns out her strength is also somewhat lacking!” Sheng Xin felt much better.
“So this little girl is also illiterate; her act was quite convincing before!” Long Lingyun laughed, extremely pleased.
Both had bright futures ahead.
Suddenly, the stone tablet shone brightly, and words took flight, strokes outlining a revelation—this was a sign of activation, as the initial list was about to appear.
Sword Dao Celestial List, Rank One: Long.
Rank Two: Sheng.
List Master: Long.
Everyone present was struck with a shock, as these few words not only appeared on the stone tablet but also in their minds.
“What is going on?”
“This should be a declaration from the Heavenly Dao.”
After some deliberation, Sheng Xin offered an answer, confirming that the Heavenly Dao List was indeed genuine.
Zhou Tong also released his spiritual power, and within a ten-mile radius, most people wore expressions of shock, clearly having received the declaration from the Heavenly Dao.
“Boom!”
In the night sky, suddenly, the wind and thunder erupted, and a majestic single eye appeared, casting its gaze, watching Long Lingyun and Sheng Xin.
“It’s the gaze of the Great Dao!”
Zhou Tong was slightly startled, realizing this situation was akin to when the Jade Purity Sect set up the Heavenly Dao Array, forcibly aiding Tang Qi in enlightenment.
However, the levels of enlightenment in both cases were drastically different; having a name on the Heavenly Dao List was undeniably a blow of a lower dimension.
Long Lingyun’s gaze shifted, her eyes like deep pools hidden with countless sharp swords.
Her sword path cultivation had broken through, reaching the Great Accomplishment of Sword Intent, all of which flowed naturally.
As for Sheng Xin, she was not originally proficient in the sword path, but due to fortuitous circumstances, she had gained a baptism and developed some personal understanding of the sword path.
Additionally, both of them gained immense benefits, their cultivation skyrocketing, crossing the Transcendent Divide.
The Heavenly Dao Eye closed and gradually faded, while the heavenly tribulation arrived on schedule.
“Master, conceal the energy here.”
Zhou Tong said, and Mu Ran Ya immediately complied, sealing off the surrounding heavens and earth, only allowing the tribulation clouds to enter.
This is the might of a Sage, reaching a level of freedom.
Zhou Tong felt no concern for the two; the Transcendent Divide was indeed dangerous, but given their talents, they would not suffer setbacks.
Sure enough, Long Lingyun wielded her sword and directly soared into the sky.
Even the dual tribulations couldn’t obstruct her; though there were countless thunders, she wiped them away with one sword stroke.
Moments later, the dark clouds dispersed, and starlight fell, illuminating the space.
“Is this the Heaven-Cutting Realm? Such a terrifying growth is truly unprecedented!”
Long Lingyun was extremely excited, feeling incredibly light.
“My battle power has at least increased sixfold.”
Zhou Tong glanced over and assessed her depth.
As for Sheng Xin, it was hard to gauge due to her special circumstances, but seeing her happy expression clearly indicated significant progress as well.
“Today is truly a delightful surprise; I must thank this big fellow.”
Long Lingyun approached the Heavenly Dao List and gently tapped the stone tablet.
“Who would have thought you were so rough yet gentle; I will remember this kindness!”
As soon as she finished speaking, the Heavenly Dao List reacted, rapidly shrinking into a palm-sized stone tablet.
Long Lingyun reached out to grab it, and upon contact, the tablet merged into her palm.
“How incredible; this is my first time seeing a List Master in this form.”
Zhou Tong was somewhat surprised, but even more astonished was Long Lingyun.
A character suddenly appeared in her mind, one she was certain read “Sheng!”
As an illiterate, besides her surname, she couldn’t even recognize “one,” yet now she understood a more complex character.
What does this indicate? Her illiteracy was being redeemed; as long as more names appeared on the Heavenly Dao List, she could learn even more words.
Although she did not yet know the practical use for this, she was certain that an illiterate with a Wordless Wisdom Root could undoubtedly go further on the path of cultivation!
