Chapter 183: The Long Road of Divinity, Cultivating the Path Ahead
Above Sea God Lake, the pink pillar of light connecting heaven and earth and the warm rain of light falling from the sky had gradually dissipated. However, the heart-refreshing, sacred pressure filled with benevolence that permeated heaven and earth did not immediately fade. Instead, it lingered in every corner of Shrek Academy like an afterglow, nourishing all living things.
The lake's surface shimmered, reflecting the clear sky. It was as if after that previous baptism of a miracle, even the air had become exceptionally fresh and sweet, the vegetation grew more verdant and dripping with green, radiating a vigorous vitality far exceeding the usual.
Zhang Lexuan stood suspended in mid-air, her body radiating a warm, jade-like white divine light, holding the newly born divine tool, the 'myriad spirit synchronous moon'.
The moon wheel rotated slowly. The pale gold halo flowing along its edges and the pink heart-shaped light core at the center, which seemed to condense the world's most sincere emotions, complemented each other, casting a soft and sacred glow that made her appear increasingly solemn and holy.
Her aura was connected to the divine tool, and she had completely stabilized at the level of a Rank 101 Divine Officer. Because of the perfect compatibility between her God Position and divine tool, the purity of her divine power, the closeness of her connection with the laws, and the depth of her foundation were far beyond what an ordinary newcomer to the divine rank could compare to.
She could even faintly perceive that through this moonlight in her hand, her divine sense could more delicately touch the subtle fluctuations of the emotional network of all things in the world.
She slightly closed her eyes, feeling the divine power surging within her body—countless times purer and more vast than Soul Power—as well as the close connection with the mysterious laws of 'Love' in heaven and earth. A sense of solemnity from shouldering a heavy responsibility emerged in her heart.
Becoming a god was not the end, but the starting point of a much broader journey.
Just then, the space in front of her silently rippled with subtle waves, as if an invisible pebble had been thrown into a calm lake. A figure transformed from void to reality, quietly emerging. There was no warning, yet it was as if he had been there all along, perfectly integrated with heaven and earth.
The newcomer wore simple robes, his expression peaceful, his eyes deep as if containing the stars of the universe. No powerful energy fluctuations leaked from his body, yet he naturally became the center of this world. It was as if by standing there, he was the rules themselves. It was precisely the Plane Master, Lei Chen.
Seeing Lei Chen appear, Zhang Lexuan immediately composed herself, suppressing the divine power that was slightly jubilant due to her recent promotion. She slowly descended from the air, her feet stepping lightly onto the grass of the small courtyard without even disturbing a single blade of grass.
She gave a deep bow to Lei Chen, her posture elegant and full of respect: "Lexuan greets the Plane Master! Thank you for the grace of your fulfillment! Without the Source of Creation and the protection you bestowed, it would have been impossible for Lexuan to break through the barrier between god and mortal so smoothly, condense a God Position, and forge a divine tool."
In her words, she credited her achievement to Lei Chen's bestowal and protection, being humble and sincere.
Lei Chen nodded slightly, a faint, almost imperceptible smile of approval appearing on his face. He spoke peacefully: "There is no need for such ceremony. You were able to completely refine and absorb that energy within a year without any stagnation. Furthermore, you successfully triggered the deepest resonance of the God Position and used the flood of faith from the Echoes of All Souls to temper and upgrade your own Martial Soul into a divine tool of this level. This shows that your foundation is solid, your temperament is steady, and your comprehension is superb—all are top-tier."
"The god of love divine seat governs the origin of emotions and brings blessings to all living beings. Having you in charge of it is very much to my liking. Congratulations, Zhang Lexuan. From this day forward, you have transcended the mundane and ascended to the divine rank."
Although his tone was flat, it carried an indescribable majesty and affirmation originating from his status itself, making a warm current surge in Zhang Lexuan's heart and making her feel the weight of her responsibility even more.
She bowed again, her tone becoming even more humble: "It is all thanks to the cultivation and trust of the Plane Master. Lexuan dares not be the least bit slack and will do her utmost to live up to this position."
Lei Chen waved his hand, indicating she needn't be overly humble. Then, his tone shifted. It remained peaceful, but added a sense of instruction and planning:
"Since you have successfully fused with the God Position and achieved the divine rank, there are matters regarding your subsequent cultivation that I must clarify with you. Previously, I helped you break through and paved the way to the divine rank, saving you years of painstaking work. That bit of energy was, to me, nothing more than a drop in the bucket gathered in a single thought; it counts for nothing."
He looked at Zhang Lexuan with calm eyes, as if he could see every bit of divine power flowing within her. He continued: "However, the path of divinity is long. The gap between each level is far beyond what could be compared to during the Titled Douluo period."
"From the level of a newcomer to the divine rank to the First-rank Deity level corresponding to the peak of your god of love divine seat, the accumulation of divine power required can be described as vast as the sea, and your understanding of the laws must also deepen day by day. Fortunately, the god of love divine seat you inherited is complete and intact. This means that from your current realm to the peak of a First-level God, you will not encounter any bottlenecks or obstacles. The path ahead is clear; you only need to accumulate enough majestic divine power."
He paused slightly, as if giving Zhang Lexuan time to digest this, before calmly but clearly explaining the key decision: "But this subsequent process of accumulating massive divine power will require you to rely on your own unceasing cultivation and active comprehension of the laws of heaven and earth. I will no longer directly transmit energy to you like I did before."
Lei Chen's tone carried a depth of insight into the world:
"The accumulation of divine power is also a process of cultivating the heart and refining one's nature. If I were to continue directly bestowing vast energy upon you, although it would allow for quick success, it would inevitably lack the realization that comes naturally. It would not be beneficial for your meticulous control of your own divine power, your deep understanding of the subtle changes in the laws of love, or even for stabilizing the divine foundation that truly belongs to you."
"The rest of the road needs to be walked by you, step by step. Seeing the'scenery' along the way and experiencing the 'flavor' of it is the correct path and most beneficial for you in the long run. With your talent, temperament, and the advantage of a complete God Position, even if you cultivate diligently according to the steps, it will take at most ten years, and at least three to five years, to reach the First-level God realm. There is no need to rush."
Zhang Lexuan listened intently. There was not a hint of disappointment or dissatisfaction on her face. Instead, she showed a look of sudden realization, understanding, and even greater determination. She felt the underlying intent of protection and guidance in Lei Chen's words.
She bowed respectfully again, her voice clear and sincere: "The Plane Master has considered everything thoroughly and with great care. Lexuan completely understands! That you could help me break through the divine rank bottleneck already leaves Lexuan beyond grateful. How could I dare have any further expectations?"
"On the subsequent path of cultivation, Lexuan will surely follow the direction you have guided. I will rely on my own efforts to accumulate divine power and delve deep into the true essence of the laws of love. I will not slacken in the slightest, nor will I fail the expectations of you and this god of love divine seat. I will use this body and heart to protect the beautiful emotions of the world."
Her answer was neither humble nor arrogant. It was full of gratitude while also demonstrating the awareness, confidence, and responsibility of a newly ascended deity.
Hearing this, a flash of satisfaction flickered in Lei Chen's eyes, and he nodded slightly: "Good. Remember your words today. I hope you use this position and this tool well, using a heart of benevolence to perceive the world and bless the living beings of the plane. This matter is concluded; take care of yourself."
As his voice fell, Lei Chen's figure began to fade silently, just as it had come. Like ink dissolving in water or mist dissipating in the morning light, he completely disappeared from before Zhang Lexuan in the blink of an eye. Not even a single spatial ripple was left behind, as if he had never appeared.
Only the trace of that supreme, majestic aura remaining in the air proved that he had indeed descended here just now.
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