Legend of Swordsman

At the moment of the old Yama's defeat, he was stunned, and there was no trace of unwillingness in his eyes after the loss, but rather a contemplation.

"You've won!" The old Yama retracted the space, and his figure dissipated.

Before leaving, he left a sentence, "I'll give you a piece of advice: walk your own path, never doubt yourself. Today, you defeated a once formidable existence; you can be proud to continue your journey."

Jian Wushuang was puzzled. What could winning a chess game prove?

But when he left this space, he understood.

It was an instant enlightenment.

Because the insights he gained during the chess game had all turned into reality.

He truly understood everything that would follow.

At least the Black Hole realm was no longer as vague as it used to be.

The avatar deep within the black hole shuttled faster, and the realm continued to rise, shattering the reefs within the Origin Sea one by one.

This match was probably the most rewarding for Jian Wushuang among everyone.

Because the old Yama might let others pass, but he found Jian Wushuang interesting and immersed himself in the game, unexpectedly even getting beaten in the end.

Whew!

Jian Wushuang took the final step, reaching the 10,000th step.

Now, where he looked, there was no one around, and he didn't know how long he had been trapped here.

After reaching 10,000 steps, his figure disappeared again.

Eternal Transformation.

Jian Wushuang didn't understand the meaning behind it. He speculated that it should be related to the Transformation Dao.

Arriving at the familiar hall, the gigantic beast head spoke again, "Cultivator, choose your method!"

This time, he didn't waste any time and went straight to the top.

On more than ten thrones, there were floating jade scrolls, not jade slips like those extraordinary skills.

It seemed different from those supreme techniques.

Jian Wushuang went directly to the main seat and took the scroll.

Three conspicuous characters above: Eternal Transformation Pavilion.

The name of the hall matched its significance.

Obtaining the most powerful secret technique of this hall so easily left Jian Wushuang somewhat incredulous.

"Eternal Transformation Pavilion!" Jian Wushuang closed his eyes.

As he suspected, it wasn't that simple.

The Eternal Transformation Pavilion here was merely a minor cultivation method.

Even a Heavenly Lord could practice it.

It couldn't be considered a particularly cherished secret technique.

Eternal Transformation, as implied by its name, was a minor path that allowed one to achieve the level of Eternal Transformation. It could induce changes in a divine body or a specific aspect of the Origin Source. After the transformation, the result was an amplification of power.

In the early stages of the minor path, there were variations like the First Transformation and Hundredfold Transformation.

The First Transformation increased power by a factor of one, the Hundredfold Transformation by a factor of ten, and the Eternal Transformation by a hundredfold.

Upon discovering this, Jian Wushuang was overjoyed. His divine body could already be enhanced by the Beast God's power, and his Origin Source possessed the Power of All Things.

Even though it didn't need enhancement, having the means to amplify it was something he wouldn't hesitate to use.

Once the Power of All Things was amplified, he dared not imagine how formidable he would become.

It was not in vain that he came here.

Jian Wushuang was ecstatic.

Seeing Jian Wushuang settle on the Eternal Transformation Pavilion, the talking beast's head spoke, "Have you made your choice?"

"I have," Jian Wushuang nodded.

The usually emotionless head of the mystical beast gave an unexpected reminder, "You need to think carefully. The techniques on the higher levels can be cultivated to the Greater Mahayana realm. While Eternal Transformation is formidable, it can only be cultivated to the Minor Mahayana realm."

"This junior is currently lacking the Eternal Transformation Pavilion's secret technique; no need to consider anything else!" Jian Wushuang shook his head, resolute.

What he lacked was not something suitable for him but rather what was missing. There were many techniques suitable for him, but they were merely embellishments, offering little improvement.

He preferred what he lacked the most.

Moreover, the Eternal Transformation Pavilion's secret technique could probably enhance his abilities even after becoming an Emperor.

The Minor Mahayana realm was enough for him to use until he reached the Emperor level; he didn't have too many extravagant desires.

There would be better opportunities in the future.

"You may leave!"

After the beast's head was devoured again, two paths appeared in front of Jian Wushuang.

A leaderboard also appeared above.

Soul Dao Inheritance:

1. Tongtian Buddha

2. Zhen Wuyang

3. Hu Qing (Jiang Shang)

4. Situ Nan

5. Gui Ling Island Lord

...

9. Gong Miaoyi

Transformation Dao Inheritance:

1. Broly

2. Wanderer Chishui

3. Wan Xing

...

7. Emperor Tianchan

In total, 16 powerhouses.

Nine chose the Soul Dao inheritance, while seven followed the path of Transformation Dao.

Transformation Dao pursued combat strength, while Soul Dao was more stable, forging foundations and broadening perspectives.

Those who chose Soul Dao had similar combat strength, seeking to go even further.

Zhen Wuyang, Tongtian Buddha, and Gui Ling were good examples.

Especially Gui Ling had greater ambitions.

To break through to the supreme-peak, one had to accumulate slowly.

Given the choice between the two paths, Jian Wushuang would have chosen the Soul Dao inheritance.

He started ascending the Soul Dao steps, genuinely intending to complete the journey and acquire the complete secrets of the Soul Dao.

"You guys have choices, but I don't!" Jian Wushuang helplessly shook his head, then his figure transformed into two.

Clone!

Anyone could have clones, but an Emperor's clone was a mere body, possessing power but little else.

Jian Wushuang was different.

Not only could he divide his physical body, but also his Origin Source.

His Origin Source Dao had undergone Ten Refinements, seamlessly integrating with his physical form.

With his current Origin Source strength, he could create several clones with strength similar to his main body.

However, these clones lacked the cultivation of supreme arts and powerful treasures, making them somewhat weaker.

Without the Beast God Weapon and the Heavenly Demon Technique, he would only have the power of a tier 4 Emperor.

Creating too many clones was also futile.

After achieving Emperor status, it would be different. At that point, even a single Origin Source clone would likely possess the strength of a tier 6 Emperor. Then, he would truly be formidable.

One person could transform into a group of tier 6 Emperors, surpassing even Shan Jun's clones.

He wanted both inheritances.

Choice?

That was for the weak.

The two figures entered the respective paths together.

On the ranking displayed along the path, a change occurred.

At the bottom, Jian Wushuang's name occupied the last position.

After entering, Jian Wushuang discovered one thing – he had been exposed!

Changes couldn't be made.

But it didn't matter; if exposed, so be it.

Within the Soul inheritance passage, Hu Qing, ranking third, continued to walk with difficulty. While catching his breath, he inadvertently glanced at the rankings and froze.

"Jian Wushuang!"

Hu Qing suddenly turned his head and muttered in a low voice, "Brother Wushuang?"

He felt a burst of joy. Since encountering the figure of Jian Wushuang in the black hole, he had been convinced that Jian Wushuang was still alive. Unexpectedly, he would meet him here.

He must have also entered through that black hole!

Jiang Shang, who was walking alongside him, saw this name and felt a deep fear from the bottom of her heart.

Even her Origin Spirit was trembling.

"He... he eats children!"

A somewhat clumsy Spirit of Grass and Wood, originally lying on Jiang Shang's shoulder and sleeping soundly, shouted in surprise upon seeing Jian Wushuang's name. It directly hid inside Jiang Shang's body.

Hu Qing didn't have much surprise, but Jiang Shang became cautious.

After entering this passage, all disguises on Jian Wushuang were gone. Now, his soul was drifting naked.