This ambush gained more than three hundred skill points.

Just recently upgraded the Eclipse Skill to its maximum level, even after spending fifty-four points, there are still two hundred and forty-nine points remaining.

During the battle at Yunxia Mountain, Zhang Kui had already discovered that slaying an Enlightenment Realm demon no longer provided skill points, and later upon mastering multiple techniques, nineteen stars appeared in his mind, rendering the slaying of a Grain Avoidance Realm ineffective as well.

After enhancing his strength, his speed in learning techniques soared, but the difficulty also continually increased. It is estimated that soon even slaying a Celestial Tribulation Realm would yield no gain.

Perhaps there are other clever methods, but now the situation is fraught with danger, and furthermore, having provoked the Left Vanguard, he could come knocking at any time. Without improving his strength, survival is uncertain.

Only by pressing forward with determination can one carve out a path of the Great Path.

With this thought, Zhang Kui hesitated no longer, first consuming fifty-five points to fully master the Continuation Skill, with twenty stars shining in his mind.

Continuation Skill (Full Level): Passive Skill

Skill Description: A skill to survive decapitation, as long as the divine soul remains, it can be restored as before, even if the physical body is destroyed a new head can grow.

The brain is the sea of marrow, where the divine soul resides.

This place is a vital point of the human body, even an ordinary Celestial Tribulation Realm cultivator cannot survive without a head.

Mastering this skill removes the greatest weakness.

But the more formidable aspect lies ahead, as after mastering this skill, the advanced technique Fragmentation Skill also became available for learning, and Zhang Kui consumed one hundred and fifty-five points to reach Great Success.

Fragmentation Skill (Full Level): Passive Skill

Skill Description: A skill for body restoration, even if disintegrated, consuming a large amount of mana, it can instantly recover, with mana consumption related to the degree of physical damage.

Upon mastering this skill, Zhang Kui immediately sensed mana permeating his entire body, merging more closely with the physical form.

He looked at his palm, and with a flash of sword light, half of it vanished. Strangely, the blood coagulated without scattering, and the severed muscle slowly wriggled. Before he could examine it, the missing half of the palm flew back and healed automatically, with not a single seam in sight.

"Great!"

Zhang Kui couldn't help but smile.

With this skill, along with the Life Light Skill's Golden Light Body Protection, immune to all techniques, even if he fought to the death drenched in blood, his chances of survival were far greater than his opponent's.

The main focus follows next.

The Golden Core Sixth Transformation, transforming bone and flesh, gradually leaving the mortal body behind. Common people do not know how many years of mana training is needed, but he intends to achieve it at one go.

With only thirty-nine points remaining, as twenty-six points vanished, the Golden Core within immediately underwent a transformation.

At the fifth level, the Golden Core concealed the divine, the infant sat cross-legged, and now terrifying Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi surged in instantly, as the Golden Core shone like the scorching sun, transforming the flesh simultaneously.

Crack... Crack...

The sounds of bones cracking and muscles tearing came continuously, cracks appeared on the skin, and faint golden light shone through.

Zhang Kui gritted his teeth and endured firmly, the flesh served as a ferry, the palace was unstable, how could it accommodate a great god.

Since cultivating the Golden Core Path, he has never worried about mana consumption, and now after the Sixth Transformation, he could use even the Summon Wind and Rain of Five Elements Skill, but of course, must go through a profound rebirth.

Moments later, the cracks on Zhang Kui's skin increasingly diminished, and he closed his eyes to meditate, with each inhalation and exhalation, a roar like that of a giant beast echoed in the cave.

It was the sound of the wind carving through, and outside the cave, in the sky, layers of white clouds churned and surged, presenting a myriad of weather phenomena...

......

"They've retreated, they've retreated!"

Helian Wei, full of joy, clad in military attire, holding a treasure sword in reverse, strode into the main hall of Helian Castle.

On the large bear demon pelt-covered stone seat, Helian Boxiong, with a blade-like posture, was reading the secret report in his hand, his white hair had astonishingly turned more than half black again.

"Ancestor..."

Helian Wei clasped fists respectfully and said, "Since last night, the sinister wind has subsided, and the Water Demons and Water Ghosts blocking the rivers of the two states at Jingjiang Water Mansion have all disappeared."

"Hmm, noted..."

Helian Boxiong's expression remained calm, seemingly unsurprised.

Helian Wei initially was taken aback, then recalled the migration order issued by Helian Boxiong, and cautiously asked:

"Ancestor, is it related to True Man Zhang?"

"Do not mention this matter again, just disregard it as unknown."

Helian Boxiong neither confirmed nor denied it, in fact, he was already deeply astounded, never expecting Zhang Kui to actually succeed.

Helian Wei also appeared filled with disbelief.

One person... Evil Spirits Forbidden Land...

"Stunned, aren't you!"

Helian Boyi, who knew the inside story, snorted with a cold smile and said, "You incompetent girl, True Man Zhang is extraordinarily gifted. If you were to marry him, you would surely give birth to seventeen or eighteen howling brats."

Helian Wei smiled awkwardly,

"It's just bearing a child, after I'm finished handling military affairs, I'll go find True Man Zhang."

Helian Boyi trembled with anger, "You...you girl, is this how you handle things? What will you say when you go there?"

Helian Wei thought for a moment, clasped her hands and said:

"True Man Zhang, I, Helian Wei, respect you as a man. I only ask for a night of pleasure..."

"Get out!"

Helian Boyi was instantly furious.

Helian Boxiong smiled slightly and shook his head.

He understood his cousin's thoughts, in today's chaotic world, if Central State were unified in the future, the Helian family might also touch that position.

But he was too lazy to deal with such matters, leaving everything to fate. If the Helian family had the capability at that time, why not take the world?

If they didn't have the capability, then they'd better stick to their cold frontiers. Currently, dealing with the evil spirits in the Forbidden Land was the most important task.

The magic technique passed down by Zhang Kui was something he was diligently cultivating. Breaking through to the Divine Travel stage would be soon, and if one day he could advance to Mahayana and leverage the power of the National Guardian Divine Artifact, then he would truly have the ability to protect.

"Boxiong..."

Helian Boyi hesitated and asked, "Now that the river route is clear, should we resume passage? After all, only through exchange can all industries thrive."

Helian Boxiong thought for a moment, "Don't go to Bozhou for now. First, restore communication with Anqing State. Brother Yuhua is having difficulties there, so let's gather some grain to send over..."

Leaving their discussion aside, the restoration of water transport between the two states meant Zhang Kui's objective was halfway accomplished.

If the Jingjiang Water Mansion could be completely eliminated, Bozhou, Lai State, Anqing State, and Qingjiang State would merge as one. Under the suppression of Helian Boxiong, Taoist Puyang, Huo Yu with Double Pupils, and Elder Huayan, humanity should have a stable breathing space in this troubled world.

...

In the deep of night, with a starry sky and total silence.

In the darkness of the cave, Zhang Kui slowly opened his eyes, and the room was briefly filled with light, which quickly faded.

He slowly exhaled a turbid breath, spread his hand wide and squeezed, instantly causing a massive explosion of air that echoed through the cave.

The Sixth Transformation of the Golden Core, although not a qualitative enhancement, instantly increased both mana and body strength several times over. Next time facing the Left Vanguard, he wouldn't fear even withstanding with just his body.

He wondered what the current situation at the Jingjiang Water Mansion was,

Might need to make a visit...

However, just as he was about to get up, his brow suddenly furrowed, and he waved a hand to bring out the Divine Court Bell.

With the great calamity of locusts eliminated, the world stabilized from demons, and combined with talismans and divine skills encountered daily, the incense offerings to the Divine Court Bell and its three Divine Spirits prospered more than ever.

The Divine Court Bell had now become a dark golden color of ancient and noble appearance, shining like a light bulb and faintly echoing with the grand sound of a sacrifice ritual.

Shen Xu flashed into appearance.

Zhang Kui's brow furrowed slightly, "You summoned me in haste, is there a problem in Jiangzhou, is it the General's Tomb?"

His greatest concern was nothing but Jiangzhou.

Even if the Jingjiang Water Mansion caused trouble here, they couldn't find the way, but the Left Vanguard already knew his identity. If trouble came to his door, he could only bear with it.

Whether the Left Vanguard, General Hou, or Counselor Zuo mattered, he could always manage to deal, but it was the mysterious Military Advisor that provided him no confidence, even at the Sixth Transformation of the Golden Core.

"Star Lord, the General's Tomb shows no movement."

Shen Xu slightly shook her head, "It's your mount, the Demon Tiger. For some reason, it has woven a cocoon, emanating thunder all day. The Astronomical Bureau can no longer inhabit the area. I'm most worried about evil spirits peeking."

"Fatty Tiger?"

Zhang Kui's brow furrowed at once. This foolish one seemed to be advancing in rank, so why suddenly was there an accident causing such a commotion?

The Jingjiang Water Mansion suffered a massive loss and would undoubtedly be heavily guarded now; let them be peaceful for a few more days.

With that, Zhang Kui immediately put away the Divine Court Bell, and after a wisp of black smoke traveled for hundreds of miles, he embarked on a roaring sword light straight to Jiangzhou...

......

Jingjiang Water Mansion.

Since the incident, under the command of the three leaders, this Forbidden Land had reactivated its blood-red grand array. Beneath were countless threadworms patrolling, and the periphery was packed densely with river demons and water ghosts.

The Two-headed Yaksha Monarch's thought was simple, even if the grand array could not stop the enemy, the lives of these Little Demons could at least serve as an early warning.

After all, from the current perspective, the opponent's most dangerous ability was the Transformation Skill. As long as a trace could be discovered, the three weren't afraid, hence the dispatch of Little Demons to patrol, reporting any anomalies immediately.

And far away, about dozens of miles away, at the boundary between the wild river and canal of Jingjiang Water Mansion, suddenly a large surge of water rose.

Amidst the originally cluttered reefs, by the riverbed clinging to the cliff, mud swelled revealing a strange structure, a mottled bluestone covered with aquatic plants, resembling a memorial archway.

Such relics were scattered all over the land of Central State, and even passing river demons would not pay them much mind.

But at this moment, the structure was vibrating with a hum, a blue light flashed, revealing two figures.

An octopus-headed creature, clad in bronze armor.

A River Insect Demon, with the upper half as a strong male body...

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