Chapter 1430: Three Seeds Take Root and Blossom in the Mortal World

"This is a bit troublesome!" Chu Feng murmured, weighing the stone jar with a hint of hesitation. He needed the stone jar to plant the three seeds, but it was currently sealing something. A single misstep could trigger an unexpected turn of events.

"No matter," he declared, "I can still suppress you!" With resolve, he opened the stone jar.

The moment the fist-sized jar was opened, the entire mountain range was instantly drenched in crimson, as if plunged into a chilling inferno. Ghostly wails and divine laments filled the air, and sand and stones flew wildly. Every conceivable ominous phenomenon manifested: black blood rain fell, yellow whirlwinds swept across the ground, crimson lightning flashed, and horrifying wailing sounds pierced the very souls of those who heard them.

A terrifying humanoid creature lunged at Chu Feng. This abomination was the strange and ominous manifestation of the Grand Universe-level pollen he had accidentally touched in the Supreme Forbidden Zone. He had previously cut it away and sealed it within the stone jar. Now, countless spatial rifts, several feet wide, erupted around the bizarre humanoid, expanding outwards like a massive explosion in every direction! At that moment, even the order of heaven and earth trembled, and mountains and land shook. Such an ominous "thing" was truly horrifying, inspiring both awe and profound fear. It was amorphous and constantly shifting, transforming from a humanoid shape into various other species—a necessary but perilous step in a Grand Universe-level metamorphosis, a tribulation almost impossible to endure.

"Suppress!" Chu Feng let out a low cry, pressing down a long, bronze artifact. Aided by the stone jar's lid, he worked to firmly seal the entity in the void. This bronze artifact also originated from a secret realm within the Supreme Forbidden Zone. It was a fragment that had broken off a bronze coffin during a battle countless eons ago and possessed an inexplicable power to suppress malevolent entities. Although ghostly wails and other gruesome sights of demons weeping blood still persisted, the amorphous entity was finally immobilized.

"It didn't contaminate my Reincarnation Soil, did it?" Chu Feng peered into the stone jar. It contained numerous rare and precious substances, and he genuinely feared that the bizarre entity might have corroded some of his treasures. Fortunately, everything was unharmed. The horrifying, bizarre entity only targeted living organisms.

Chu Feng was meticulously prepared. After ransacking Tai Wu's cultivation ground, he had acquired a vast quantity of precious soils, all high-grade, resplendent "medicinal earths." These various types of soil glowed brilliantly, appearing less like ordinary planting earth and more like piles of crystalline, granular, rare treasures. Some piles of soil shimmered with myriad colors, others radiated seven rainbow-like hues, and still others glowed like a burning golden sun, emitting dazzling energy. Apart from their appearance, the mere presence of these soils evoked a feeling of rejuvenation, like bathing in a spring breeze. Chu Feng's pores involuntarily expanded as rich energy essence spontaneously permeated his body.

"Don't disappoint my hopes!" Chu Feng murmured to himself. He had spent so long in the Lesser Netherworld, collecting exotic soils from across the entire starry sky, yet only one of the seeds had ever sprouted, the other two remaining dormant. Now, he was quite hopeful that with a change of environment and nourishment from the Yang Realm's precious soil, the other two seeds might finally sprout, flower, and bear fruit!

He carefully and reverently took out the three seeds. One of them, which had sprouted multiple times and scattered the most mysterious pollen that had contributed to his achievements, needed no further explanation. The other two, as before, were still about the size of a fingernail. One was jet black and extremely shriveled, appearing deformed and utterly devoid of vitality. The other was purplish-brown, flat and round, as if it had been compressed by an irresistible external force.

Now that Chu Feng had become a Constant King, he tried to squeeze the three seeds with all his might, but they remained completely unyielding, utterly impervious to damage. This was, in fact, to be expected. It was important to remember that these three seeds had traversed the Path of Reincarnation with him, journeying from the depths of the Underworld to the Yang Realm. Chu Feng's own body, despite the stone jar's protection, had been shattered. Had it not been for various medicinal herbs from the Underworld's depths, like the Thirty-Three Heaven Grass, nourishing him, he would have perished long ago, his flesh and blood never regenerating. Yet, the three seeds endured all the tribulations of the Underworld path, and even the power of reincarnation could not harm them in the slightest. This was truly astonishing; even the power of reincarnation could not obliterate them!

Chu Feng carefully placed the auspiciously glowing soil into the stone jar. Its capacity was now immense; after several transformations, the jar's internal diameter had expanded to ten meters. Instantly, the jar was filled with shimmering light and vibrant hues, misty vapors rose, and the energy essence was astonishingly dense, creating an atmosphere akin to a miniature immortal realm!

He began by adding the lowest-grade soil. Chu Feng harbored a grand ambition: he hoped the three seeds could restart their growth in the Yang Realm, blooming and bearing fruit from their most primitive stage, and thus reviving through the Awakening, Shackle, and Free-and-Easy tiers. To his disappointment, however, not only did the two dormant seeds remain still, but even the seed that had previously flourished and flowered multiple times showed no new signs of life. He couldn't help but frown, realizing he might have overthought it. Higher-grade soil was clearly needed. Without hesitation, he began adding the five-colored earth and the crystalline soil that radiated a seven-colored glow. In truth, the "lower-grade" soil was only relative; originating from Heavenly Venerate Tai Wu's cultivation ground, it could hardly be considered ordinary. It was simply less potent in comparison.

With the introduction of the higher-grade soil, spiritual energy surged immensely. Brilliant light, like coiling dragons ascending to the heavens or fire phoenixes spreading their wings, erupted with dazzling intensity, and a profound sacred aura permeated the surroundings. Upon closer inspection, the seeds indeed showed signs of activity. One of them, in particular, radiated a vibrant and potent life force, slowly beginning to sprout within the soil! This brought Chu Feng joy, yet also a hint of regret, as the other two seeds remained stubbornly inert, showing no signs of awakening.

"Is even the Yang Realm's environment insufficient? Do I need to go to the Heavens or even higher realms? Or is it simply that the current soil grade isn't high enough?" Chu Feng wondered if these were exceptionally unique variants, corresponding to unimaginable levels, such that they would yield special effects only upon blooming. "Could I be cultivating a Celestial Fairy in the future, or perhaps a Nine Heavens Profound Lady, or even a supreme Empress?" Chu Feng's smile was undeniably a provocative one.

After many years, the most vibrant seed was finally reawakening. Regardless of what it might become, this was cause for immense joy! However, the seed's growth was somewhat slow, not rapidly maturing in moments as it had in the past. After observing for a moment, he added a very high-grade golden soil into the stone jar. Instantly, divine light soared skyward, like a blazing sun crossing the heavens, and life force surged and expanded like a boundless ocean! Had Chu Feng not concealed it with a protective domain, the phenomena would surely have startled every creature in the entire mountain range.

As expected, the seed's rooting and sprouting accelerated. It gradually broke through the soil, a hint of golden-yellow interwoven with dark light and tinged with green mist, all blending together to form a small tree that began to grow out of the jar. Astonishing vitality was now being nurtured, and terrifying spiritual energy tides abruptly swelled, surging with incredible force. This phenomenon was so profound that it was accompanied by the intertwining of cosmic order and the birth of new rules!

"Excellent!" Chu Feng exclaimed, overjoyed. Still, the sapling's growth rate, while improved, was not as rapid as it had been in the Lesser Netherworld. He could only wait patiently. "It seems it won't be starting from scratch," Chu Feng mused. "It's likely beginning from the Illumination and Deity levels."

While waiting, he decisively took out a pile of fruits and some plants with glittering flower buds, and began to consume and absorb their essence. These were the spoils plundered from Tai Wu's cultivation ground. That location was originally a gathering point for numerous evolvers attending the Immortal Blossom Sacred Fruit Convention, and they all carried rare treasures. The Black Blood Institute, one of the four major authoritative evolution research institutions in the Yang Realm, had published a dedicated article detailing the most potent fruits for each realm. It discussed the exotic fruits consumed by historical figures such as Li and Madman Wu. These exotic species have now become the standard benchmark for the most powerful fruits and pollen. This exchange meeting, held at Madman Wu's cultivation ground, certainly did not lack such fruits; in fact, there were many, with a significant number cultivated directly in Tai Wu's medicinal garden.

Among them, the Wisdom Fruit from Abu Jinbo Ancient Temple was globally renowned. Some of history's most accomplished and unparalleled experts had consumed it, granting it immense prestige. Even Chu Feng himself had once considered venturing to explore that legendary ancient site—the Abu Jinbo Ancient Temple. And now, such a fruit was right before him, hanging on a small, waist-high tree. Purple energy permeated the air around it, and its rich aroma was almost palpable.

Chu Feng had plundered the entirety of Tai Wu's medicinal fields, acquiring far more than just this one sacred fruit. He also obtained the Blood Essence Fruit, renowned for breaking the shackles of the human body, the Demonic Refinement Fruit from the prehistoric Demon Emperor's Palace, and even mysterious immortal herbs with fragrant buds from the ruins of the Daoist Longevity Temple. These were all Immortal Blossom Sacred Fruits, highly recommended by the authoritative Black Blood Institute, and well-known throughout the world, making evolvers of all levels green with envy.

Chu Feng carefully counted his acquisitions, his heart trembling with exhilaration. A profound sense of gain and joy washed over him. These so-called "strongest pollen and fruits" spanned every stage from the Awakening to the Illumination level. Regrettably, however, those above the Deity level were absent! Nevertheless, upon reflection, it was understandable. The higher the grade of supreme pollen and fruits, the more perilous and elusive the places where they could be found. After all, this exchange meeting was primarily intended for young geniuses, so it naturally featured items predominantly below the Deity level.

"I have three seeds; that's more than enough!" Chu Feng declared with strong conviction. Having obtained these Immortal Blossom Sacred Fruits, he naturally wouldn't waste them. He actively adjusted his state, no longer exuding the aura of a Constant King, but instead manifesting the Dao Fruit of the Yang Realm's Golden Body tier.

In the past, upon arriving in the Yang Realm, he had chosen a path of arduous cultivation based on the information he gathered. In the early stages, he avoided using pollen or fruits, relying solely on his own efforts to break through. If one could break through barriers and reach the Saint realm purely through self-cultivation, then compress that cultivation to the Golden Body tier, the physical body would become unimaginably powerful, forged through a thousand trials, akin to a true Buddha walking among mortals. Over the years, his efforts had paid off, and he had successfully traversed this difficult path! Now, his physical body was remarkably firm and resilient, truly akin to a Buddha's form walking among mortals. He had single-handedly breached insurmountable chasm-like barriers and forged the strongest possible foundation. After years of forbearance, he could finally make use of the pollen.

He plucked a shimmering purple fruit and bit into it with a crunch. Immediately, purple qi emanated from his seven orifices, a fragrant aroma enveloped him, and potent energy surged into his body. While his current power was already formidable, considering his Constant King Dao Fruit from the Lesser Netherworld, the potential was even more unfathomable. Yet, even now, this fruit remained effective for him. This was because, upon activating his breathing technique, it nourished not only his physical body but also the soul-light corresponding to his Yang Realm Dao Fruit, causing his spiritual energy to sublimate! As the small gray millstone rotated within him, he purged all harmful substances, leaving no trace of future trouble, while the pure essence was rapidly absorbed!

"The taste is excellent!" Chu Feng exclaimed in praise, an expression of immense enjoyment on his face, feeling a profound warmth spread through his body as if his very soul were about to transcend. Soon, he took another bite of a Blood Essence Fruit, and crimson mist swirled around him, making him feel as if he were in an immortal realm. "Simply marvelous!" Chu Feng felt light-headed, as if intoxicated. His Yang Realm Dao Fruit was being nourished, his entire being grew increasingly sacred, and divine chains of order began to emerge from his pores.

Soon after, he had consumed all the fruits and absorbed all the pollen. Outside his body, clouds billowed and mists glowed, creating an astonishing spectacle, as if a heavenly kingdom had materialized around him. This evolution was incredibly swift. His Yang Realm Dao Fruit rapidly ascended to the Illumination tier, on the verge of entering the Deity tier! For him, who had long since experienced the Constant King realm, such a dramatic transformation was negligible, and he endured it with complete composure.

The Dao Fruit of the Yang Realm, no longer deliberately suppressed, began to ascend without restraint today, aiming to stand on equal footing with his Constant King Dao Fruit from the Lesser Netherworld! In fact, once both attained the Constant King Dao Fruit, his options would expand significantly. What might transpire when the two kingly Dao Fruits merged, and Yin and Yang collided? Everyone knew that advancing to the Heavenly Venerate realm was exceptionally arduous, requiring eons of refinement, nourishment, and tempering—a feat as difficult as a mortal ascending to the heavens. However, Chu Feng possessed a certain confidence: with the collision of his Yin and Yang Constant King Dao Fruits, he might be able to breach that grand Dao obstruction without the need for eons of accumulation! Of course, if the three seeds were to flower and bear fruit multiple times now, he might not even need these other methods to achieve rapid advancement! After all, the three seeds were truly extraordinary.

Beyond the relatively high-grade soil he had just used, he had another ace up his sleeve: an exotic earth even more potent than the golden soil—Heavenly Venerate-grade soil. Moreover, this time, Chu Feng had also acquired an unprecedented rare treasure that Tai Wu himself used to cultivate miraculous lotuses—Grand Power-level soil!

"The growth is too slow," he mused. "It seems I need to add all the golden soil!" Indeed, as Chu Feng placed all the golden soil into the stone jar, the small tree's growth accelerated dramatically. It continuously shot upwards, and in the blink of an eye, formed a sixteen-foot-tall golden trunk. Its black leaves swayed, scattering dark light, creating astonishing phenomena, while faint green mists spread outwards like ripples. Suddenly, a strange sound emanated, like immortal music from the nine heavens, or perhaps the collective chant of myriad beings in veneration. Resonating within it was the profound melody of the Great Dao itself. A profound transformation began. The tree grew at an astonishing pace, rapidly approaching maturity. Faintly, flower buds could be seen gradually emerging!