Absolute Destiny Game.

Chapter 555 Ghost Immortals and Gods

Xiao Jie stood atop the clouds, his expression solemn. He slowly closed his eyes, carefully extending his immense divine sense to perceive the vast, complex, and precisely operating laws of heaven and earth below.

The moment his divine sense touched the surface of the Sea of ​​Reincarnation, he felt an immense and unparalleled suction force and an indescribable, vast Daoist aura. Countless fragments of mysteries concerning life, death, reincarnation, rebirth, and annihilation surged into his senses like a torrent. He "saw" that the foundation of the River Styx and the Yellow Springs was the purest and most yin of the netherworld.

What keeps that enormous vortex running is the even more profound law of reincarnation, which involves time, space, and the very essence of the soul; countless fine, silk-like strands of law extend from the vortex, connecting every corner of the Netherworld, even piercing through the void, linking the birth and death of all living beings in the mortal realm... Its complex structure and immense power far exceed his previous imagination!

"How peculiar! How magnificent! How...dangerous!" Xiao Jie hurriedly withdrew his divine sense. He had only probed the outer edge of the vortex for a moment, yet he felt as if his immortal soul was almost pulled in by the terrifying suction force, experiencing a chilling sensation of being assimilated and decomposed into his most primal soul energy. He was deeply shocked and horrified: the power of the laws of this Reincarnation Sea was probably one of the most primal forces in this world. Even immortals who dared to recklessly spy on or interfere with its operation would definitely not gain any advantage!

Although immortals are theoretically immortal, it is only in theory. Back then, when fighting against the extraterrestrial demons, the immortals of Guyun suffered heavy casualties, which shows that even immortals are not invincible.

So it’s better to be careful.

He opened his eyes, and when he looked at Ye Luo again, his gaze was different. In his divine sense, he could clearly "see" several invisible, intangible, yet incredibly resilient pale golden threads of law extending from the Sea of ​​Reincarnation below, firmly wrapped around the core of Ye Luo's soul. This connection penetrated to the very essence, something that ordinary people and ghosts could not perceive, let alone sever.

Even with the power of an immortal, Xiao Jie was at a loss.

This is extremely troublesome. In this situation, even if Ye Luo is forcibly sent into the reincarnation channel, these threads of law will pull her back like anchor chains, and may even trigger a backlash from the laws of reincarnation.

However, while this force was a constraint, it could also be an opportunity. Fragments of information mentioned in the "Netherworld Records" flashed quickly through Xiao Jie's mind.

Among these discussions is the concept of "Ghost Immortals." Ghost Immortals refer to powerful souls who are unwilling or unable to enter the cycle of reincarnation. Through special cultivation methods, they refine their true spirit with a yin body, condense their yin essence, and ultimately transcend the ghost realm to achieve immortality. Although they lack a yang body and are not included in the orthodox ranks of immortals, they can still attain longevity and roam freely between heaven and earth, unbound by the cycle of reincarnation. The *Youming Xuanlu* mentions that the path to becoming a Ghost Immortal is exceptionally difficult and requires conformity to the laws of the underworld; it cannot be achieved without great perseverance and exceptional opportunity. Ye Luo, bearing the mark of the Yellow Springs and closely connected to the laws of the underworld, might be able to transform his shackles into stepping stones and pave this unique path of cultivation if he can find a genuine method for cultivating to become a Ghost Immortal.

However, the "Youming Xuanlu" only briefly mentions this and does not describe the specific techniques in detail. Xiao Jie himself has no knowledge of this path and is not entirely confident in his abilities.

I must return to Guyun Prefecture to inquire with other immortals to confirm my suspicions.

“Ye Luo,” Xiao Jie said thoughtfully, his tone frank, “I might be able to find a cultivation method for ghost immortals for you. If you can cultivate successfully through this and transcend the ghost path, you might be able to break free from the shackles of the Yellow Springs power and gain true freedom. This is the best method I can think of. However… I must be honest, I know very little about this path and have no absolute certainty that I can find a suitable cultivation method for you, or guarantee that you will succeed in cultivating it.”

Upon hearing this, Ye Luo smiled gently, her cool face radiating trust: "There's no need to be so cautious. I'm certain that as long as you agree to do it, you will definitely find a way. Hasn't it always been like this?"

Xiao Jie was taken aback upon hearing this. Looking into Ye Luo's unreservedly trusting gaze, a complex warmth welled up in his heart. It was the heavy weight of being unconditionally trusted, the profound emotion of a close friend, and an overwhelming sense of mission to never betray that trust. He took a deep breath and nodded heavily: "Alright! Leave this to me."

Then, he turned to me, who aspired to become an immortal: "As for becoming an immortal, I also have a plan for you, but it's the same decision you need to make. Come on, take off your helmet and let me see it."

Desiring to become an immortal, I followed his instructions, embracing the heavy Soul-Suppressing Helmet with both hands and forcefully pulling it upwards. The instant the helmet detached from my body, there was no ethereal, billowing feeling like that of ordinary ghosts, nor was there a blurred soul face revealed.

Beneath the helmet, a pure energy body swirled and shimmered with faint golden light! This energy body roughly outlined human features, but they were indistinct and drifted, as if a gust of wind would disperse it. Only a single point of spiritual light at its core was relatively concentrated, like a candle flame, burning eternally. Strands of pure, incense-like energy, imbued with the power of faith and will, seeped from the void, coiling around this energy body, barely maintaining its form, but unable to truly solidify and manifest it. His heavy, Nether Iron Soul-Forged Armor now seemed more like a container imprisoning and protecting this fragile energy core.

"Just as I suspected..." Xiao Jie understood. He had suspected it when the judge mentioned that he needed the power of incense offerings to become an immortal. Seeing it with his own eyes now confirmed his suspicions.

He explained, “When a person lives in this world, they have a physical body as a dwelling to protect their soul. Once the body collapses, the soul loses its support and becomes extremely fragile, unable to survive in the mortal realm. It can only fall into this netherworld nourished by yin energy and become a yin spirit. The body of a yin spirit is still essentially weak and fragile. Even if it cultivates yin arts and absorbs yin energy, it only strengthens its yin nature, making it susceptible to the influence of the laws of the netherworld, and its future is limited.”

“But you are different,” Xiao Jie pointed to the core of energy that I was trying to become an immortal. “After you died, your soul did not simply absorb yin energy. Instead, due to what you had accumulated in your life or some kind of opportunity, it became closely connected with the incense and prayers of those who believed in you. These prayers are the result of the collective power of all living beings and are naturally miraculous. They envelop your soul, preventing it from being completely eroded and assimilated by yin energy. But these prayers seem to be not large or pure enough to spontaneously reshape a stable ‘divine body’ for you. Therefore, your soul presents this scattered energy state, which is only held together and stabilized by this specially made armor.”

"If this continues, while you may avoid becoming an ordinary ghost, you'll also make little progress. But fortune and misfortune are intertwined; this might just be your opportunity." Xiao Jie's eyes gleamed with the light of deduction. "I once perused ancient texts in the Scripture Pavilion of Guyun Prefecture and learned that besides the Immortal Path, there is also the 'Divine Path.' People worship and incense becomes divine. If you can find the correct method of cultivating 'Divine Immortals,' you might be able to use the power of incense and vows as a foundation to condense a divine body, open your sea of ​​consciousness, and forge a unique path to achieve divine status through incense faith, and then seek immortality through the Divine Path. This is the 'Divine Immortal,' although its foundation differs from the orthodox Immortal Path, but when cultivated to a high level, one can attain great freedom and great supernatural powers."

He looked at me candidly as I aspired to become an immortal: "Of course, this method is the same as the path of the ghost immortal. I only know the general outline, I do not have detailed techniques, and I have no absolute certainty. Whether you are willing to give up this chance to be reborn and gamble on this opportunity is entirely up to you."

"Brother Feng, is there even a need to choose?" My energy body, yearning to become an immortal, surged with excitement, yet my voice remained exceptionally firm. "I believe in you! Just like Sister Ye Luo! If you say it's possible, then it definitely will be! I'll follow you!"

Looking at them, Xiao Jie felt both moved and burdened by a heavy responsibility, and couldn't help but sigh with a wry smile. He would have preferred them to choose an easier reincarnation like everyone else, saving him a lot of trouble. But since they were his close friends, how could he not do his best to fight for this sliver of opportunity?

“In that case, I will do my best to find suitable cultivation methods for you.” Xiao Jie finally made a solemn promise. “In that case, the two of you will have to stay in the Underworld for the time being. But don’t worry, I have some connections with Yama, and I will ask him to take care of you and transfer you away from the dangerous front lines to safe positions so that you can wait and prepare for your cultivation in peace.”

After the three finished their discussion, Xiao Jie rode on auspicious clouds, taking Ye Luo and Wo Yu as immortals with him, transforming into a beam of clear light as they returned to the Ghost City of Senluo. Along the way, the ghost officials all bowed respectfully, not daring to obstruct them.

Back at the Hall of Welcoming Souls, everyone who remained was eagerly awaiting their return.

Xiao Jie nodded to the judge standing to the side: "Thank you for your trouble, Judge. We can begin arranging the reincarnation now."

The judge respectfully returned the greeting: "You're too kind, Immortal Master. It's my duty. Please follow me."

"Do we need to go to the Sea of ​​Reincarnation?" Xiao Jie asked.

"No need for such complicated procedures." The judge's face revealed a smile-like expression. "Within the Ghost City of Senluo is the 'Hall of Reincarnation,' which contains the 'Pool of Rebirth.' This is a convenient passage specially opened by His Majesty Yama for meritorious souls or in special circumstances. All of the immortals' friends can use this passage to reincarnate, thus avoiding many twists and turns and suffering in the Sea of ​​Reincarnation, and also more accurately choosing the depth of fortune in the place of reincarnation."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Jie understood immediately; this was indeed the underworld version of "having connections makes things easier." He nodded and said, "Very well, please lead the way."

(End of this chapter)