Longevity Martial Arts: Starting from Inner Core Skill

Chapter 1094: Chapter 18: Dao Fruit (Part 2)

As Yuan’s progress advanced, the information he acquired grew more extensive.

“Indeed, the status level has undergone a mysterious change and has been elevated, affecting a larger scope.”

Wang Sheng halted Yuan’s actions.

But this did not mean he would cease his research.

Several more decades passed, and the millennium festival had already occurred on Source Star.

The new calendar reached the year 1012.

During this period, Wang Sheng’s cultivation advanced, and his progress in Refining Void and Integration did not stagnate.

However, these were not the most important developments.

Over a hundred years of research had been conducted.

He even utilized the ability of the progress bar, finally making a deeper discovery regarding the concept of status level.

“Placing the status level research into the Great Tao River, the human world, and the underworld, was indeed not an error; unexpectedly, part of the status level has been materialized…”

Wang Sheng gazed at the crystal-clear, fruit-like object in his palm, with a complex expression.

The status level seemed both present and absent, having a significant impact on the present world, yet it was an extremely abstract concept.

Theoretically, it was impossible to materialize it, as it was inherently a concept.

However, he was very unique.

Of course, it wasn’t because it was inherently a conceptual existence.

But because this status level resided within him.

Simply put, the status level inherently belonged to him, and as his research deepened, he continuously “called” upon the existence of the status level, and thus his perception grew increasingly distinct.

Not long ago, he discovered that the status level had begun to materialize.

Moments ago, it fully manifested.

The concept transformed into a tangible item.

“Now to call it a status level seems somewhat inappropriate… Given its abilities, referring to it as a ’Dao Fruit’ is more fitting.”

Dao Fruit, not a name Wang Sheng casually derived.

But rather based on its function.

In cultivation, a Dao Fruit signifies the fruition of a cultivator’s practice; claiming the Dao Fruit means achieving great success and becoming an extraordinary being.

The “Dao Fruit” in his hand was a similar existence, also a fruition of the Dao.

Of course, this Dao Fruit was somewhat different from one acquired through cultivation.

A Dao Fruit gained through cultivation would dissipate into the heavens and earth upon the cultivator’s death.

However, a Dao Fruit born from the cosmic status level could be preserved long-term, and crucially, the Starry Sky Dao Fruit could be consumed.

Once consumed, one could embark on the path of elevating status level.

“Who would have thought, after reaching the Thirteenth Realm, there would still be such a method for advancement, consuming the Dao Fruit and advancing step by step along the path set by the Dao Fruit, would allow one to elevate their cultivation smoothly, much simpler than regular cultivation.”

Is cultivation in the Thirteenth Realm difficult?

Though Wang Sheng hadn’t met other Thirteenth Realm beings, he could infer a lot from his cultivation pace.

Since the breakthrough into Refining Void and Integration, nearly two hundred years had passed.

His current cultivation progress is:

“Realm—

Refining Void and Integration: 8%

Cultivation Technique—

Inner Core Skill (Refining Qi into God): Breakthrough +8 (75%)

Ba Duan Jin: Breakthrough +8 (45%) — Lifeless Immortal Body: 15%

…”

Indeed, in two hundred years, progress in Refining Void and Integration hadn’t reached ten percent, and this was even with the assistance of cosmic rewards and the progress bar.

If he was in such a state, one could imagine how slow the normal cultivation pace would be for other Thirteenth Realm individuals.

Without fortuitous opportunities, progress might be out of reach even after a million years.

The passage of ten million years could be wasted.

The Dao Fruit greatly resolves this issue.

Consuming a Dao Fruit simplifies cultivation significantly, as all that’s needed is to follow the steps.

And the status level elevation is comparable to regular cultivation.

Whether it be longevity or divine skills, thanks to the unique nature of the Dao Fruit, the divine skills could even be slightly superior.

“Consuming a Dao Fruit and embarking on the path of elevating status level, within the status level’s sphere of influence, one’s combat strength might be two to three times stronger than elsewhere…”

Two to three times stronger at the Thirteenth Realm.

This amount of power could easily suppress a Twelve Realm Saint Emperor.

Moreover, it represents an elevation of the upper limit.

If two Thirteenth Realm cultivators, with cultivation at their peak, and roughly equivalent combat strength, were to confront one another, and one had no Dao Fruit while the other did, with the battle taking place within the status level’s sphere of influence.

The inevitable winner would be the one possessing the Dao Fruit.

“If other cultivators obtained and understood its effects, they would likely consume the Dao Fruit immediately.”

The Starry Sky Dao Fruit is unique and usually remains hidden.

Once revealed, it could be consumed by any cultivator, including those of the First Realm.

Upon consumption, a person would gain extraordinary abilities, far surpassing peers at the same level.

And according to the Dao Fruit’s tier, subsequent cultivation would be seamless, as long as one didn’t perish prematurely, until reaching the Dao Fruit’s upper limit.

For instance, the Dao Fruit in his hand.

Once consumed, there would be no hindrance growing to the Thirteenth Realm.

And thereafter, vast potential for development.

Such numerous benefits, even Wang Sheng stood to gain.

“However, I refuse!”

He would not consume the Dao Fruit.

While the Dao Fruit offers many benefits, it naturally comes with limitations.

“Had I not researched it thoroughly, I might have been tempted…”

The Dao Fruit emerged from the status level.

And the status level itself exists in the cosmos, needing a Thirteenth Realm to activate.

Otherwise, it wouldn’t manifest.

Once activated by a cultivator, it becomes highly bound to the cultivator’s associated group.

If the group’s damage exceeds fifty percent, it would impact the Dao Fruit consumer’s path, reverting cultivation speed to normal; over seventy percent damage would result in a slower advancement; damage exceeding ninety percent would mean—

Stalled cultivation!

No progress for a lifetime.

Are the limitations significant?

Arguably not large, yet not small.

One could say, for most cultivators, it’s worthwhile.

After all, ninety-nine percent of cultivators can never reach the minimum level of a Dao Fruit, the Thirteenth Realm, in their lifetime.

Moreover, damaging a Thirteenth Realm’s group by more than thirty percent is inherently challenging.

“After all, it’s a path under the Starry Sky Rules, theoretically meant for the Thirteenth Realm, hence unlikely to have many daunting restrictions; overall, the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages, significantly so.”

“But for me, any restricted thing is unacceptable…”

While it is improbable for others to damage the Source Star’s sphere by fifty percent, he has an assured future, with the progress bar; without a Dao Fruit, it makes no difference, as he doesn’t need something with limitations.

He is willing to care for the Source Star but refuses total restriction.

Ultimately, Wang Sheng kept the Dao Fruit close for protection.

“Let me store it for now…if this thing gets damaged, it wouldn’t be a small problem.”

He wouldn’t use it, but as it concerns the cultivation of others within the Source Star’s sphere and cosmic calamities, it must be safely stored.

The Dao Fruit represents a Thirteenth Realm, but the Dao Fruit itself has no defensive power.

“If an opportunity arises, perhaps finding a suitable owner for the Dao Fruit.”

The Dao Fruit represents a Thirteenth Realm, but it doesn’t impact its current sitter.

However, presently, no Source Star cultivator qualifies for a Dao Fruit; he wouldn’t consider it.

If a cultivator reaches the peak of the Thirteenth Realm, equivalent to a top Saint Emperor, he would consider it.

After collecting the Dao Fruit, his thoughts drifted into the underworld.

“If there is an opportunity, I’ll perform an experiment!”

He wanted to see if he could materialize the underworld positions’ Dao Fruit!

This was something Wang Sheng hadn’t considered before.

Now however, it really piqued his interest.

Thus without hesitation, he entered the Underworld.

The Star Beasts, since gaining more power, worked increasingly diligently, and were extremely grateful to Wang Sheng.

They enjoyed extended lifespans and vast potential futures.

Wang Sheng went directly before Yin Law Department Judge “Jue”.”

Once Jue noticed him, he immediately rose to his feet, his gaze filled with gratitude, extremely respectful, “Greetings, True Saint, I am grateful for this opportunity you’ve given me.”

It’s important to know, he is now a genuine top-tier Saint Emperor.

With some nervousness, he asked, “True Saint, I wonder what brings you to the Yin Law Department?”

He was somewhat anxious, fearing it was due to an issue with his work.

Wang Sheng smiled faintly and said, “Don’t worry, I’m just here to conduct an experiment!”

He wanted to see if he could manifest the Dao Fruit of the Underworld positions!