Reborn Medicine King

At the Mountain of Gods, the clan leader held the Spirit Attached Jade from the royal family, his brow furrowed. He hadn't expected such a response. The God Clan was as unreasonable as ever.    

Seeing his expression, the elder beside him was equally concerned. "What's the situation over there? Is the God Clan willing to negotiate with us?"    

The clan leader composed himself. "They outright rejected the proposal, leaving no room for discussion. As the royals pointed out, they don't necessarily need to rely on us to reach the Nine Desolations."    

"I almost forgot about that. It was the royals who discovered that secret first, not us. What are we going to do? Are we just going to wait for the end?"    

"Waiting for the end isn't an option. How many clans are on the mountain now? Have them send representatives here. I have something to say to them."    

The elder nodded and quickly left. The clan leader tapped the armrest of his chair, clearly unsettled. He needed to make new plans; the immediate priority was to ensure the safety of his people.    

Soon, representatives from the Ancient God Clan began arriving at the hall. Seeing the clan leader's demeanor, they all felt a twinge of unease.    

Most members of the Ancient God Clan resemble humans, with few in beast form. The high-ranking members of the Purple Jade Eagle Clan were familiar with him, so he got straight to the point without wasting time.    

"What's the current situation? The God-Slayer Clan should have responded by now, right?"    

He shared the news from the royal experts with everyone present, not holding anything back, as it concerned the safety of all the clans there.    

"The God-Slayer Clan has no intention of negotiating. They're not far from the Mountain of Gods. From the direction they're moving, we're surrounded. If we keep hiding, once those five join forces, we might not even have a chance to escape. What are your plans now? If anyone wants to leave the Mountain of Gods and find their own way, I won't stop you."    

A leader from another clan spoke up, "We're gathered here at the Mountain of Gods to find a solution together. This isn't like the old days; most of our great leaders have fallen. Your God Clan still has top-tier experts, and we're willing to cooperate with your clan, just hoping to preserve our people..."    

The leader of the God Clan nodded.    

"Let me be direct. Our clan previously sent people to another realm, the Nine Desolations, but they were intercepted by powerful figures there. You're probably aware of the past issues between the royal family and the cultivators of the Nine Desolations. Even if you're not, you should have some idea. The cultivators there are very hostile towards us and unlikely to accept us. But staying in this world to face the God-Slayer Clan means certain death."    

"Are you planning to take us to the Nine Desolations?"    

"That's right. Although there are some powerful figures over there on par with us, it's not a guaranteed death sentence. If several groups go together, the cultivators there won't be able to do much against us. It's better than staying here with no way out. At worst, we can lure the God-Slayers to the Nine Desolations, giving us a better chance of survival. But let me be clear upfront: you must follow my lead. If we don't unite, we'll be picked off one by one. You're all smart enough to understand that."    

Hearing this, one of the experts immediately said, "As long as it keeps us safe, I'm willing to follow your arrangements completely, Chief."    

A cultivator from the Red Mark Clan spoke up, "This is indeed a good plan. We're willing to go along and fully cooperate."    

The other clans' cultivators also agreed.    

The chief nodded, "Alright then, I'll activate the teleportation array on our Mountain of Gods. You can invite other willing clans to join us. I've already sent people to set up the formation, and it will be ready before the God-Slayers arrive. You have at most half a day, so return quickly."    

With that, the Ancient God Clan members began to leave, until only the Red Mark Clan and the Purple Jade Eagle Clan remained, evidently having no one else to notify.    

A Red Mark Clan cultivator, seeing the others had left, directly addressed the chief, "Chief, our original plan was just to lure the God-Slayers to the Nine Desolations. Now that the plan has changed, could there be some risks? After all, we're not familiar with the situation over there."    

"No matter how dangerous it is over there, it's nothing compared to facing the God Clan. This proposal was originally brought up by your clan, and now that plans can't keep up with changes, there's no turning back."    

The elder of the Purple Jade Eagle Clan spoke up, "It's a good thing we managed to gather so many experts this time. Maybe we can take this opportunity to reclaim our spiritual body from that kid, killing two birds with one stone."    

The chief elder of the God Clan nodded, "Uniting so many clans is indeed a good thing."    

...    

Myriad Clouds Mountain.    

Under the Heaven Supporting Divine Wood, Jiang Fann suddenly felt the shackles of his realm loosen slightly. For days, he had been restless, sensing a looming crisis. Coupled with his recent mental growth, he unexpectedly nudged the bottleneck, gaining an elusive and profound insight.    

It was as if he was on the brink of a breakthrough, filling him with excitement despite his earlier unease. Before fully entering this state of enlightenment, he directed a strand of his consciousness to crush a piece of spiritual jade in his hand. In the next moment, he vanished from his spot.    

When he reappeared, he was back on the ground, a bit away from Myriad Clouds Mountain. The surroundings were serene, with clear mountains and waters, but he stood in an open space.    

The traces of a teleportation array were still visible on the ground, something he had set up in advance, ready for his breakthrough.    

He knew that breaking through would trigger a heavenly tribulation, and if he recklessly attempted it at Myriad Clouds Mountain, the impact would be enormous. So many disciples and the immovable Heaven Supporting Divine Wood would be caught in the chaos, leading to significant losses for the Heaven Pavilion. That's why he found this clearing in advance. As soon as he sensed a breakthrough, he used the teleportation array to get here, avoiding any outside interference.    

The Mortal Separating Stage is about transcending the ordinary. Until he reached this stage, Jiang Fann couldn't truly control the Strength of Heavenly Dao. At this moment, Jiang Fann was in a state of enlightenment. The familiar aura of the Heavenly Dao from the Nine Desolations gave him a comforting feeling, without the intense pressure he felt in the higher realms.    

"So that's it! Without the suppression of the Heavenly Dao, returning to the Nine Desolations might be my opportunity for a breakthrough. Staying in the higher realms, I might never experience this."    

Just then, Jiang Fann sensed something else—a unique feeling. His Innate Dao Fruit was absorbing the surrounding spiritual strength at a rate far exceeding his own, stirring up the elements and altering the very fabric of the world. However, Jiang Fann couldn't witness this spectacle.    

When Jiang Fann suddenly vanished, Xiao Mo on Myriad Clouds Mountain was the first to notice. She immediately sensed his location and followed him.    

She thought Jiang Fann had discovered something and went alone, worried about his safety. So she hurried over, and since it wasn't far, she soon saw the astonishing scene from a distance. This filled her with delight: "Is the master about to break through? That's fantastic!"    

At that moment, above the swirling clouds, a figure stood suspended, watching Jiang Fann sitting on the ground with a joyful expression. Stroking his beard, he chuckled softly, "Finally, the time has come. Let me give you a hand!"    

With that, he raised his hand and drew a mark in the air, then pointed his finger, sending beams of light shooting through the sky. In the next moment, the barrier over the distant forbidden zone shattered, and the sky changed dramatically. The unusual phenomenon from days ago reappeared across the entire region.    

Old Man Shen Ji appeared within the forbidden zone, observing the vanished barrier with a thoughtful look.    

On Myriad Clouds Mountain, the Heaven Supporting Divine Wood awoke from its meditation, exuding a rich natural aura, with its energy fluctuating continuously. "Is it really time to level up?"    

Sensing the strengthening aura of the heavenly way and confirming there was no reversal, her voice echoed throughout Myriad Clouds Mountain. "The world is about to ascend in level. All disciples of the Heaven Pavilion, remain where you are and prepare to embrace the changes brought by the heavenly way. Seize this opportunity for endless benefits..."    

The endless sea surrounding the continent suddenly became turbulent, with waves rising despite the absence of wind. The sea creatures fled in a frenzy, as if startled by some unseen force, creating a scene of chaos.    

Many of these creatures even rushed onto the shore, adding to the astonishing spectacle. Meanwhile, Jiang Fann sensed a sudden shift in the aura of the heavens. However, the sense of harmony he felt remained unchanged. As the heavenly aura intensified, his insights grew more profound, and his spiritual state underwent a transformation, breaking through previous limits and fully unleashing his potential.    

The Innate Dao Fruit within him seemed to be fully activated. The small sapling it represented began to grow, though no new special leaves appeared. Yet, the power within each existing leaf underwent a dramatic transformation.    

This increase in power was of immense significance to any cultivator, and Jiang Fann was no exception. As his aura strengthened, the immortal treasures within him also seemed to transform, their presence growing more potent. They all fell silent, not daring to disturb Jiang Fann, as this breakthrough was of utmost importance to him.    

High above, a figure vanished and reappeared on a high ground directly east of Jiang Fann, sitting cross-legged and continuing to watch him intently. Even someone as powerful as Xiao Mo failed to detect this presence. Her focus was entirely on Jiang Fann, watching his state closely, ready to intervene if anything went awry.    

Throughout the entire region, changes were happening, but not many people noticed what was occurring near Myriad Clouds Mountain.