Demon Taming: Start by synthesizing a Lantern Ghost with Divine and Demonic Talents

Chapter 25: Yuan City (Happy Chinese New Year!)

Canyon City.

Small guesthouse.

The proprietress, An Ruoxi, was holding a little white cat, leisurely lying on the white cloud rocking bed, carefully sipping tea.

At this moment, at that moment, the sunlight was faint, the years were peaceful and serene.

Suddenly, a gap opened in the void in front of them, and a slightly bewildered figure appeared out of thin air in the courtyard.

This moment of confusion was only fleeting. As Li Chunfeng's gaze settled on the voluptuous proprietress, he instantly regained his composure.

It's the same place, as if I've never left. If there were a cup of tea on the table, it would be perfect.

Looking back on this short journey through the chaotic ancient world, it truly felt like a dream.

"Meow meow~"

The cat emerged from under the heavy fruit, tilting its head to examine Li Chunfeng.

An Ruoxi smiled and said, "Little brother is back. Congratulations on successfully passing your first tribulation."

"Thank you, senior."

Would you like another cup of tea?

Li Chunfeng cupped his hands in greeting, saying, "I couldn't ask for more."

An Ruoxi smiled, put away her white cloud demon pet, and gracefully came over with a teapot. Just as she was about to pour tea for Li Chunfeng, she suddenly looked at him with surprise.

Li Chunfeng reacted a beat too late, and only after following the proprietress's gaze did he suddenly realize that there was something strange about his aura.

At this moment, a strange and unfamiliar aura suddenly appeared around him. This aura was heavy and profound, yet ethereal and elusive, extreme and unpredictable. It was none other than the aura of the Abyss, or simply Abyss Qi.

Every cultivator who has undergone tribulations has some degree of abyssal energy surrounding them.

The abyssal energy has no effect on a cultivator's daily cultivation life... at least not when their cultivation level is low. Moreover, the abyssal energy will intensify over time. It's like a countdown hourglass, reminding the cultivator when their abyssal tribulation will arrive.

When enough energy has accumulated, the cultivator must undergo another tribulation to reduce the abyssal energy back to almost nothing.

Then accumulate again, and so on in a continuous cycle.

It's impossible to shake off or get rid of; it's like a maggot clinging to a bone.

Li Chunfeng was only undergoing his first tribulation, yet the abyssal energy emanating from his body was like a howling whirlwind, soaring straight up to the top of the white clouds.

This is obviously not normal.

The abyssal energy grew heavier and heavier, condensing and multiplying in mid-air until it coalesced into an ancient and illusory list.

In the canyon city, several powerful figures noticed the changes in the air and instantly covered the area with their senses.

"The God-like Ranking?!"

Several voices murmured to themselves, revealing a hint of surprise.

The instigator, Mr. Li, was completely dumbfounded; he had never expected such a change to occur.

Seeing Li Chunfeng's expression, An Ruoxi knew that he was completely unaware of the matter, and said with a hint of envy, "I didn't expect that you would get a godlike rating on your first Abyss Tribulation."

"I've always heard that when someone's evaluation in the Abyss Tribulation reaches the God-like level, it will be recorded on a mysterious list. I've heard many related legends throughout my cultivation, but this is the first time I've seen the real God-like list manifest and see what it looks like. Today, thanks to you, Brother, I've truly had my eyes opened."

As is well known, the evaluation of the Abyss Calamity has six levels.

Average, Good, Excellent, Outstanding, Perfect, Godlike, with Godlike being the highest level of evaluation.

To date, only a handful of cultivators, numbering in the thousands, have received a "godlike" rating after undergoing the Basic Abyss Tribulation, which is at the "First Level of the Abyss."

Those who made the list, after growing up, all became invincible among their peers and are now very important figures in the Earthly Realm.

Ordinary cultivators have no access to the real rankings; they only know from hearsay on the internet that such a record of tribulation evaluations exists, and that it is circulated in all sorts of fantastical and bizarre ways.

Even Lu Yun'er only knew about the "legendary monument of records," but couldn't explain what it was.

The moment the list came together, that familiar rumbling sound resounded directly in Li Chunfeng's heart.

[A phenomenal performance, earning a place on the Godlike Zed leaderboard!]

Along with the sound, a message entered his mind, and Li Chunfeng immediately understood the mystery of the rankings. However, he couldn't help but feel a few black lines creeping down his forehead. "What kind of Kunba setting is this! And they even announced it to the public!"

He wanted to make a fortune quietly, but by showing off like this, he's become a target.

Fortunately, his parents gave him a decent name. If a certain dashing swordsman-like figure were named Chen Ergou, he would have survived the Abyss Tribulation and achieved a godlike rating. However, when the leaderboard appeared and the name Chen Ergou was displayed, the overall impression would immediately be three points worse.

If there weren't tangible rewards for making the list, he would have sworn out.

A moment later, the abyssal energy finally dissipated.

A crowd of onlookers had already gathered outside the inn.

Naturally, they couldn't drink tea anymore. The landlady kindly went out to deal with the situation, while Li Chunfeng took his leave and returned to his room, refusing to see any guests.

He first checked the level of his Abyss Qi. How many months until the next Abyss Tribulation?!
Having just put on a big show, despite outwardly resisting, Li was actually a little restless inside. However, upon realizing that he would have to undergo another ordeal in only three months, his good mood vanished instantly.

Three months.

Time is still not plentiful, but it's still much better than a month.

He hesitated, wondering whether he should go back. After all, returning to the Earthly Realm would waste ten days on the road. However, having returned from this tribulation, he needed to send a message to those he cared about.

He first called Song Zhijie to inform him that he had successfully survived the Abyss Tribulation and would be returning to Jiecheng soon.

Upon hearing the good news, Song Zhijie couldn't help but congratulate him. Song Zhijie wasn't the talkative type, so he suggested that Li Chunfeng get together again after returning to Jiecheng.

Li Chunfeng agreed.

We can't contact them from the other side of the Earthly Realm for the time being, but Lu Yun'er is still offline.

Clearly, the ordeal is not over yet.

...I hope she can overcome this tribulation smoothly.

Then I calmed down and reviewed what I had gained from the trip.

The first thing taken out was an ordinary key, which was the extra reward brought by the super god rating.

Conclusion of the 'Mind's Eye' investigation:

[Boundary Key: A spatial entry/exit beacon that can be refined using spiritual power!]

Li Chunfeng immediately refined it with his divine soul and thoughts!

A key pattern appeared out of thin air in his left palm, and he learned the wonderful use of the boundary key.

Try placing your hand on the doorknob and gently pulling; an unreal, hazy door of light appears on the other side.

Li Chunfeng closed the door behind him, muttered something to himself, and opened it again, but this time he simply opened it normally.

Wow, it's actually a 'time portal'!

He pulled open the hazy light door again and stepped inside.

The first thing he saw was a fairly large stone house, with only one door closed. This stone house was his private space.

After making some changes, Li Chunfeng walked out of the stone gate dressed in a black robe and wearing a mask.

The first level of the Boundary Abyss, Abyss City!

Upon entering this place, information immediately appeared on the boundary key pattern in Li Chunfeng's palm.

[Li Chunfeng: Tribulation completed once at the first level of the Abyss, currently ranked 12024th on the Super God Tribulation Ranking, receiving 24 Heavenly Dao Coins per month!]

[Heavenly Path Coins: 100 pieces]

This city of abyss encompasses the young elites of the three realms.

Unable to use force within Yuancheng, Li Chunfeng pushed open the door and saw the bizarre scene of humans, demons, and ghosts living in harmony on the street.

The Earthly Realm, the Ghost Realm, and the Myriad Demon Realm—three worlds—unexpectedly encountered each other on their journey towards the Abyss of Realms. Their auras intertwined, and each coveted the other's world. Over the years, wars have raged, and hatred has deepened. To outsiders, the three realms seem to have reached a point of no return.

Can you believe that the elite beings of the three realms have gathered in the same city?
Li Chunfeng wandered around Yuancheng like a country bumpkin. There were quite a few people like him who tried to hide their identities, and his attire didn't seem out of place.

Yuancheng is not large, and there are few buildings in the city. Apart from the bustling market where people set up stalls, the Sword Debate Platform, Martial Arts Arena, Daoist Pavilion, and Seventy-Two Blessed Lands are the most eye-catching and are also the main buildings of Yuancheng.

The Sword Debate Platform is a place for duels and swordplay.

The training ground is where martial arts are practiced.

Dao Fa Ge is a sacred place for cultivating magic.

The seventy-two blessed lands are naturally places for beings to cultivate in seclusion. Each blessed land has its own unique characteristics, and there is bound to be one that can meet your cultivation needs.

As for [Heavenly Coins: 100], that's the basic reward that Yuancheng gives to those who make the list.

Heavenly Coins are the only recognized currency in Yuan City.

Once you're on the Sword Debate Platform, you can fight in the Illusory Realm and compete for a place on the Tribulation Ranking.

The higher the ranking, the more Heavenly Coins you will receive each month.

The final ranking of the God of War leaderboard is based on the number of wins. Those who make the list will be matched with opponents of similar ranking and will automatically enter the Illusionary Realm to fight.

Rewards will be distributed monthly based on the final rankings.

Each person on the list must participate in the debate at least ten times per month.

If it's a life-or-death duel, then there's no need to enter the Illusionary Realm; the contest can be held directly on the Sword Debate Platform. This is also the only place in Yuan City where martial arts can take place.

Perform a mandatory challenge.

The more you understand Yuancheng.

Li Chunfeng's attitude towards Yuan Jie also began to change significantly.

From initial aversion and resistance, to passively experiencing hardship, to initial understanding, gradual acceptance, and finally falling in love...

Behind the Abyss, there are such resources. The Abyss Tribulation can no longer be called a calamity; it is probably a sacred place for cultivation.

However, this sacred place is only for players with godlike ratings.

No wonder those who left their names on the list of thieves all went on to have good careers.

I need a monthly pass!
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(End of this chapter)