Breaking through the nine barriers to achieve the Tenth Heaven was nearly impossible!
The reason it was possible in the Mythical Era was because the world did not just contain the Nine Heavens; there was also a tenth heaven, the Ten Heavens existed, thus providing an opportunity to achieve the Tenth Heaven.
However, after the Mythical Era, the tenth heaven disappeared, becoming one of the greatest mysteries of the world. Countless people had searched for it, and its disappearance was inextricably linked to the great destruction of the Mythical Era.
The disappearance of the tenth heaven also meant that no one after the Mythical Era could achieve the Tenth Heaven, and Ye Chen's past life, Qian Yue, was the only one.
His success was due to an incredible number of coincidences. He contained the Ten Thousand Daos within himself, briefly merging them to form the tenth heaven, gaining its resonance. Moreover, his own talent was peerless, possessing the Battle Sacred Body, enabling him to withstand the terrifying heavenly tribulation that descended. Thus, he ultimately broke through the world's restriction and achieved the Tenth Heaven.
Yet, his success was filled with too much uncertainty. Even in this life, he felt the path ahead was fraught with difficulties. Had those Immortal True Kings now found a way to achieve the Tenth Heaven?
Once successful, they would inevitably become terrifyingly more powerful, worthy of being called the young generation's supreme. The gap between the Tenth Heaven and the ninth heaven was incomparable. Having personally experienced it, he knew that once achieved, the disparity became immense. At the very least, a young generation's supreme of the Tenth Heaven at the Demigod realm could deal with a ninth heaven King as easily as cutting grass or slaughtering dogs.
Wang Ming said seriously, "It should be said that because you were the first to break through the shackles and endured the heavens' punishment, you also created a sliver of opportunity within the world. Although truly achieving the Tenth Heaven remains extremely difficult, it is now many times easier than before. Moreover, in this era, the Ten Thousand Daos surge forth together, making cultivation easier. Opportunities are provided, and the accumulated experience of generations offers guidance, giving them a chance to attempt it."
"Furthermore, Samsara is very mysterious. They awaken within it, re-cultivate in a new life, combine the experience of their past life, cultivate to their previous level, and ultimately have the potential to merge the two lives, thereby breaking through the barrier and achieving the Tenth Heaven."
Ye Chen naturally understood. These Immortal True Kings were all extraordinary individuals who had devised corresponding strategies, seeking to use Samsara to re-cultivate and merge two lives to achieve the strongest Tenth Heaven. It was truly astonishing.
This made him feel great pressure. If they succeeded, he would undoubtedly face many formidable enemies. However, he believed not everyone would succeed; it would be remarkable if even a few managed it.
An opportunity was just an opportunity; it did not guarantee success.
"Ye Chen, I never imagined your past life was even more astonishing than I thought, actually being the first to break through to the Tenth Heaven after the Mythical Era, an unprecedented Supreme One."
An aged voice sounded. At this moment, Old Yan drifted out. His appearance startled everyone, only Ye Chen and Ya Ya showed no surprise.
Ya Ya even muttered somewhat discontentedly, "This old man has been hiding on Daddy for so long, finally willing to come out."
This was surprising. It turned out Ya Ya had long discovered Old Yan's presence. However, upon careful thought, Ya Ya's true form was the World Tree, one of the supreme sacred spirits. Her mastery over the world was unparalleled, and her cultivation surpassed even Wang Shan's. It was entirely possible for her to detect traces of Old Yan.
"Who are you? Why are you adhering with my brother? What are your intentions?"
Wang Ming looked warily at Old Yan. He sensed this old man's mystery and power. Although just a remnant soul, he was surprisingly strong. Wang Ming, the Fourth Great Bandit, whose strength was not inferior to a Saint Lord, actually could not see through his depths.
He knew some old monsters in the cultivation world liked to attach themselves to young juniors with extraordinary potential, coveting their potential, ready to take over at any time. He suspected this person was one of them. The Saint Lord-level pressure of his Great Dao radiated out without restraint, pressing down.
Anyone daring to harm his brother would not be spared.
Old Yan chuckled. Wang Ming's pressure could not intimidate him at all; he deftly deflected it, surprising everyone. But Old Yan shook his head, "You misunderstand. I have no intention of harming him. On the contrary, I have always been protecting him on his path. If you don't believe me, you can ask Ye Chen."
Ye Chen smiled and nodded, "Wang Ming, don't misunderstand. Let me introduce him. This is Old Yan. He came out from that small world with me. I've been able to remain safe and sound all this way largely thanks to Old Yan's efforts. We should thank him. Quickly disperse your imposing aura; do not disrespect Old Yan."
Only then did Wang Ming withdraw his imposing aura, saying, "So you are Qian Yue's protector in this life. Thank you for always helping Ye Chen."
Old Yan shook his head, "No need for thanks. Ye Chen and I have always had a mutually beneficial relationship. If anything, I should thank him."
Then he looked at Ya Ya, a trace of amazement in his eyes, "The World Tree. I never thought I would see it again in this era after so many years. Truly one of the greatest beings in the world, truly extraordinary."
Ye Chen was startled, his gaze carrying shock as he looked at Old Yan. Could it be that Old Yan had seen other World Trees before?
Legend said that after the Mythical Era, traces of the World Tree no longer appeared. Only in this era did Ya Ya emerge. If Old Yan said he had seen the World Tree, could he be a figure from the Mythical Era?
Immediately, he dismissed the thought. It was impossible. The Mythical Era was too distant. Even the strongest Emperors and Sovereigns had disappeared, suspected to have perished. No one in the world could live that long, not even if sealed within a World Heart.
Old Yan's identity had always been a mystery, and Old Yan himself had always been tight-lipped. Naturally, Ye Chen wouldn't ask casually, but there was certainly a great story behind it.
Ya Ya muttered, "Saying it like you've seen a real World Tree before. This old man doesn't hesitate at all when telling lies."
Old Yan was taken aback, then laughed out loud, shaking his head, but he found Ya Ya increasingly innocent and adorable, making one unable to resist doting on her.
Ye Chen tapped Ya Ya's smooth forehead, "Don't call him 'old man'. From now on, call him Grandpa Yan, understand?"
"Yes, Ya Ya greets Grandpa Yan." Ya Ya rubbed her reddened forehead, pouting her small mouth, appearing pure, innocent, and adorable without a trace of affectation, making people love this child even more.
"Good, good. Just for those words, Grandpa Yan will give you a treasure." Old Yan laughed heartily, very fond of Ya Ya. His brow erupted with vast, brilliant light, and a ball of light appeared, overflowing with countless complex and profound dao pattern divine marks. It actually affected the void, even more so, it seemed to disturb time, as if stirring up space-time itself.
"That is—"
Ye Chen and the others' eyes shone with divine light, filled with shock. This was absolutely a dao technique related to the path of space-time.
Old Yan chuckled, handing it over, "Grandpa Yan doesn't have any substantial treasures on him to give you, but here is a cultivation scripture. It's a dao and law cultivation scripture created by an old friend of mine in the past, concerning the Dao of Space-Time. It should be very beneficial for you."
The group exchanged glances, all startled. It was actually the legendary Great Dao of Space-Time!