My Simulated Road to Immortality Chapter 2261 - 1702: Subtle Comprehension of the Three Saints’ Powers

Li Fan and his two companions simultaneously shifted their gazes toward the firmament.

The three figures sat cross-legged in the center, seemingly bound together by an inexplicable, invisible force.

It was precisely this profound connection that had allowed the Xuanji Ring to seat them initially, forging a spirit of absolute unity and shared intent between them.

This state of oneness, as if they shared a single body, represented the ultimate mystery of the Xuanji Ring.

Every other soul seated within the ring had been subtly influenced by the ripples of this very connection.

Lord Guardian Hill observed the scene with deep intensity for a long duration before finally speaking, "There is no need to rush this final step. We must remember that this is a Supreme Treasure forged by the collective hands of the Three Saints. If this secret were to be deciphered too rapidly, the Three Saints might sense it. Even with the vast distance of the Void Realm between us, such a risk cannot be dismissed."

Li Fan gave a silent nod of agreement upon hearing those words.

Having remained within the Xuanji Ring for many years, he had not merged his consciousness or memories with those of the Three Saints; however, through their prolonged interaction, he had caught glimpses of their true, terrifying power through various subtle details.

One example was the "Divine Technique of Sudden Inspiration" wielded by the Three Saints, which was truly formidable. They were often capable of foreseeing events and making preparations long before they actually manifested.

Furthermore, the accuracy of this foresight was chilling.

Across countless eons and through innumerable instances, their predictions had never once failed.

In the beginning, the various Saints residing on the Other Shore were shocked by this, but as time passed, it became such a frequent occurrence that the wonder eventually faded into normalcy.

"It appears the Three Saints even anticipated the assault from the Void Realm incarnations long ago. Yet, for reasons we cannot fathom, they chose to meet the threat head-on rather than fleeing," Lord Guardian Hill remarked.

"This Sudden Inspiration shares some similarities with Mr. Fan’s intuition, but they are not identical. The inspiration of the Three Saints isn't limited to critical junctures. They can perceive the future far in advance and can even proactively trigger a Divine Technique to peer into what is to come. Because of this, their schemes are incredibly deep, making them nearly impossible for others to read."

"In addition to their Sudden Inspiration, the Three Saints possess another Divine Technique known to the world."

"It is called the Primordial Undying."

Through their intertwined Divine Senses, Li Fan instantly grasped the profound meaning behind the term Primordial Undying.

Lord Guardian Hill continued his explanation, "This Divine Technique manifested at the exact moment the Space-time Mountains were shattered by the Three Saints. Even though the Three Saints were fragmented into segments across the ancient-present layers—just like the Mountains—they maintain their totality through an unfathomable Divine Power."

"To put it simply, the Three Saints existing within different temporal fragments of the Mountains function as a single, unified entity. The death of any one incarnation does not diminish the collective strength of the unity. Their total power remains as it was the moment the Mountains were divided, and their upper limit can even rise as their overall Cultivation grows."

"If an individual incarnation perishes in the current space-time of the Mountains, the total power of the Three Saints remains unchanged. In effect, the strength of the surviving incarnations increases proportionally. In a worst-case scenario, if every incarnation across space-time were killed save for one, that lone survivor would instantly return to their absolute peak state."

"This unity of Primordial Undying, an eternal flame that cannot be extinguished, was a temporary Method devised by the Three Saints to survive the Space-time Mountain Sea crisis. It was a failsafe to ensure that even in the most desperate circumstances, they would retain the power to reverse the tides of fate."

"The Three Saints likely harbor other hidden Divine Techniques, but those remain beyond my knowledge. It is a pity I did not witness the clash between the Three Saints and the Void Realm incarnations personally; otherwise, more of their secrets might have been exposed."

Li Fan knit his brows tightly in thought. "Viewed in this light, the Three Saints are indeed terrifying. It seems almost impossible to find a way to truly end their lives."

Lord Guardian Hill nodded. "However, you won't need to face the Three Saints as enemies in the immediate future. As for what happens after that..."

Lord Guardian Hill let out a small smile. "As mysterious as the Three Saints may be, they are ultimately no match for the True and False Dao. Should you truly master the True and False Changes, then the Three Saints—and even the destiny of the entire Mountain Sea—will be subject to your every whim."

Li Fan shook his head slowly. "To fully comprehend the True and False Changes... that is an incredibly grueling path!"

"Previously, I believed that with the insights gained from a hundred lifetimes of Reincarnation, I had reached the threshold of understanding. But now, having inherited the vast observations of Lord Guardian Hill spanning countless years, I realize how much I still do not know. To my astonishment, I have only grasped a mere fraction of the surface—the skin of the skin, as they say."

A heavy silence fell over the trio within the Xuanji Ring.

Despite the complexity of the Three Saints, Lord Guardian Hill could at least describe them linearly. Yet, when faced with the infinite intricacies of the True and False Changes, even the Lord Guardian appeared like a mere beginner. This realization placed Master Faan in a difficult position.

As time marched on and the myriad beings of the Mountain Sea were systematically analyzed, the Xuanji Ring began to glow with increasing brilliance.

At last, as every other secret was stripped away,

Only the final mystery of "Unity of Purpose" remained. Li Fan’s journey in this current life was finally drawing to its conclusion.

"We must ensure our preparations are flawless."

"Regardless of whether we succeed or fail, it would be unwise to remain in this life for much longer." Lord Guardian Hill turned his gaze toward the Void Realm outside the Mountain Sea, his voice turning somber.

"The Three Saints could descend upon the Mountain Sea at any moment..." Sensing the impending crisis that Lord Guardian Hill felt instinctively, Li Fan gave a slight nod.

"As I mentioned before, I shall integrate into the Great Dao Returns to Truth before you do. However, the unexpected may occur. If the return to truth fails, do not hesitate or cling to this place; you must retreat immediately."

"Lord Guardian, what do you mean by that...?" The other person’s expression grew tense.

"The Longevity I obtained from the Infinite Sea was only a fragment. Although it is equal in status to the Mountain Sea, and it allowed me to reach the Saint Realm in my Cultivation, there is still a catch..."

Lord Guardian Hill whispered thoughtfully, "In the vast, unknown reaches, there might be other embodiments of Longevity. While I seek to return to truth, They may not share that desire. Conflict and collision may be inevitable."

"Still, this is merely a premonition of mine. It may not come to pass," Lord Guardian Hill said, smiling once more to lighten the oppressive mood surrounding them.