Chapter 0358 – Divine Sea Realm: Ninth Level

The Sea of Consciousness Life Orifice—in the era before the Cataclysm, those who awakened and opened it were said to possess spiritual abilities. These powers were mysterious and formidable, including telekinesis, illusions, and other abilities. All of these belonged to the domain of the Sea of Consciousness Life Orifice and were classified as mental-type abilities.

However, back then, it was nearly impossible to fully open the Sea of Consciousness Life Orifice. What manifested were its derivatives—life orifices such as the Mind Orifice, Divine Sense Orifice, Illusion Orifice, and so on. These were related to the Sea of Consciousness, but not complete versions—merely offshoots formed through mutation or evolution. Despite being incomplete, they still possessed wondrous and potent divine abilities.

They were, in essence, mutated forms of spiritual-type life orifices. Yi Tianxing himself couldn't entirely distinguish them all, but he knew these derived forms had transformed spiritual power into something unique—like telekinetic force, illusion power, or mental energy. These were not pure spirit power, but evolved variants that retained great strength.

A fully opened Sea of Consciousness Life Orifice, however, produced pure spiritual power.

Such an orifice could only be opened after a cultivator reached a certain level—either in cultivation or in the strength of their soul and will. It didn't require spiritual treasures or rare materials—only one's own soul and determination. It was known as an ancestral orifice—a fundamental one.

Opening it brought immense benefits. Firstly, the once intangible spiritual power would begin to accumulate in a visible, tangible way. When concentrated to the extreme, it could generate various divine abilities. Moreover, spiritual power could nourish the soul and true spirit. A powerful spiritual foundation would bring even greater benefits when forming one's true soul.

At this moment, Yi Tianxing's mind completely sank inward.

He entered a mysterious realm—his mind's eye saw a vast, chaotic domain filled with gray mist, its extent unfathomable.

At its center was a golden sea—though "sea" was an exaggeration; it was more like a pool. Within it swirled golden vapor—visible spiritual power in gaseous form. Despite being vapor, it was tangible.

This was the Sea of Consciousness Life Orifice.

Only by opening this life orifice could one store and observe spiritual power—its use, growth, and depletion.

"As expected of an ancestral orifice, the Sea of Consciousness… What was once ephemeral, I can now control at will. My soul feels elevated—this sensation is wonderful."

Yi Tianxing's memory, soul strength, and mental clarity had all drastically improved.

A cool energy entered his mind and poured into the orifice, merging with it. In response, golden spiritual power began to materialize rapidly.

Each breath brought more spiritual power—his mind felt incredibly enriched.

"What an incredible treasure—the Spirit-Transforming Essence. Its effects are immeasurable. No wonder it can grant sentience to a scarecrow."

In moments, the pool of golden spiritual power was filled to the brim. Though his Sea of Consciousness was already quite large—three zhang in diameter—it could no longer hold more. The only solution was to expand it outward, deeper into the surrounding gray chaos.

But the orifice was still unstable—any forced expansion might have adverse effects.

"No rash moves. Stability is key during the opening of the Sea of Consciousness."

Not only was the Spirit-Transforming Essence fueling the spiritual surge, but Yi Tianxing's own inherent spiritual power was rapidly being drawn in and refined, filling the orifice. His innate spiritual reserves were already formidable—now they became true spiritual energy.

"With this overflow of spirit power, I can't waste it—time to begin visualization! Visualize the Chaotic Dragon Sigil, condense the runes! The stronger the spirit, the faster the runes will condense."

He immediately began visualizing.

Visualization relied on mental focus—drawing in the power of the world. Previously, his spiritual power was too intangible; now it was clearly perceptible, and his comprehension of the visualization diagram deepened immensely.

Runes began to form naturally. Every breath yielded two or three new runes.

⚡ New technique reinforced: Chaotic Dragon Sigil Visualization – accelerated dramatically by pure spiritual power.

Now, there was no strain on his spirit during the process—the excess power was fully channeled into rune formation.

If one could observe his Divine Sea, they'd see countless Chaotic Dragon Sigils forming like raindrops, merging into the Chaotic Dragon Transformation Pool, which rapidly became more solidified.

Time slipped by quietly.

"Almost there… Soon I will complete the full set: 129,600 Chaotic Dragon Sigils. Once done, the Dragon Pool will evolve—pushing me to the Divine Sea Realm – Eighth Level!"

He had spent every free moment over recent days visualizing—steadily accumulating runes. Now, with the spirit power surge, he was on the verge of breakthrough.

It was a grinding process, one of patience and buildup, followed by a sudden eruption.

BOOM!

ROAR!!

Without warning, one final rune formed and fused into the pool. A tremendous dragon roar echoed through his mind. The Chaotic Dragon Pool underwent its transformation.

In an instant, it became semi-solidified, exuding a strange texture no longer ethereal. The true energy it emitted grew denser, now tinged with a true dragon's essence.

⚡ Breakthrough achieved: Divine Sea Realm – Eighth Level

Yi Tianxing could feel the transformation down to his core—his resonance with heaven and earth sharpened, and the speed of absorbing energy soared.

ROAR!!

Just then, the ancestral dragon coiled within the Dragon Pool suddenly opened its eyes and looked toward the Primordial Heaven Emperor Tower.

It let out a mighty roar—and inhaled deeply.

WHOOSH!

A surge of chaotic energy burst from the tower, swept into the Dragon Pool like a storm.

BOOM—BOOM—BOOM!!

As the chaotic energy flooded the pool, an ecstatic dragon roar rang out. It was as if ten thousand dragons were howling in joy. The pool trembled violently.

The formerly semi-solidified pool was now fully enveloped in chaotic light, exuding mystery and unfathomable depth.

It had become completely solid—real and tangible.

The chaotic energy formed a dense shroud around the Divine Sea, as if Yi Tianxing's entire Divine Sea now floated in primordial chaos.

DRIP.

A single droplet of chaotic liquid condensed from the pool and dropped into the sea.

That drop radiated true dragon energy, within it coiling a visible draconic form. Its aura dwarfed everything prior.

⚡ New state achieved: True Energy Liquidification⚡ Breakthrough achieved: Divine Sea Realm – Ninth Level

Even Yi Tianxing couldn't help but be shaken.