7 Awakening: Immortal Tianlong Spirit (4)
"What place is this now...!" Su Xiaobai found himself floating in an expanse of nothingness, a void that was both terrifying and awe-inspiring in its boundless silence.
Before him stood a tree of unimaginable scale, its trunk wide as mountains and its branches sprawling into infinity.
The tree shone with the essence of life itself, its light a beacon in the dark void, casting a glow that seemed to pulse with the very heartbeat of the universe.
The tree's length appeared unending; neither its roots nor its crown could be discerned, lost as they were in the abyss below and the heavens above.
But what truly captivated Su Xiaobai was not just the tree itself but what surrounded it.
Floating around the mystical tree were bubbles, each glowing with a soft light that hinted at the worlds contained within.
From his vantage point, these bubbles seemed small, almost delicate, but Su Xiaobai understood that appearances were deceiving.
Each bubble was as vast as a world, a realm unto itself, teeming with life, stories, and mysteries waiting to be discovered.
To Su Xiaobai, who had once thought his understanding of the universe was expansive, this sight was a revelation.
The multitude of bubbles, each a separate realm with its own cosmic tree, suggested an interconnectedness and a diversity of existence beyond his wildest imaginations.
The cosmos had offered him a glimpse into the true nature of reality, showing him that the universe was not a singular, linear expanse but a complex, multidimensional tapestry woven from the threads of countless worlds.
And at the heart of it all was the tree, an anchor point for the myriad realms that floated in the void like jewels scattered across the velvet of night.
In this moment, Su Xiaobai understood his place in the universe not just as a cultivator on the path to understanding Qi but as a being intrinsically connected to the infinite possibilities that the cosmos held.
The revelation was humbling, exhilarating, and terrifying all at once, expanding his perception of existence and his role within it.
The cosmos had fallen silent once more, allowing Su Xiaobai to absorb the magnitude of what he had witnessed.
With his eyes still white, the essence of life pulsating before him, he knew that his journey had only just begun.
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White Star Cloud!
In the Immortal Cloud Continent, the year 5024 DA marked the dawn of an event that would forever ripple through the annals of history.
Within the sanctified walls of the Institute of Science, an extraordinary spectacle unfolded, centered around Su Xiaobai and the mysterious Tianlong Spirit.
As moments converged into an instance of cosmic acknowledgment, the air around Su Xiaobai began to shimmer with an incandescent glow.
Without warning, the tranquility of the scene was shattered by a force of unimaginable power.
Whoooosh!
A golden pillar erupted into the sky, its brilliance outshining the sun.
Shua!
The pillar tore through the clouds with a ferocity that seemed to challenge the heavens themselves, leaving a trail of golden light that pierced the fabric of the sky.
This column of pure, radiant energy emanated from the very ground where Su Xiaobai stood, rooted in the ancient energies of the Earth yet reaching towards the infinite.
But this spectacle was just the beginning. As if called upon by the first pillar, more golden columns burst forth into the firmament.
Whoosh!
The second pillar ascended, its golden light intertwining with the first, weaving a wave of brilliance against the canvas of the sky.
Whoosh!
A third pillar followed, its ascent adding to the chorus of light, a symphony of power that resonated through the hearts of all who witnessed it.
Whoosh!
Then a fourth, and a fifth, each pillar a beacon of potential, of a destiny unwrapping in real-time.
Whoosh!
Whoosh!
With the emergence of the seventh pillar, the sky was transformed into a cathedral of golden light, each pillar a testament to the monumental event taking place.
These were no mere displays of beauty; they were the physical manifestation, signaling the birth of a new S-rank guardian.
The pillars stood tall and unwavering, a spectacle that captivated the attention of every soul within the Institute and beyond.
This phenomenon was not only a display of raw power but also a window into the boundless potential of Su Xiaobai.
Each pillar, glowing with the essence of life and the mysteries of the cosmos, spoke of a future replete with challenges and triumphs, of a destiny intertwined with the fate of the Immortal Cloud Continent.
Observers, from seasoned cultivators to wide-eyed novices, stood in stunned silence, their eyes reflecting the celestial display above.
The air was charged with a growing sense of wonder and anticipation.
Questions hung unspoken, as all awaited what would come next in the wake of such an unprecedented event.
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In the tranquil expanse of the Northeast, where the Sapphire Lakes shimmer under the celestial dance of the cosmos, an ethereal figure sat gracefully on the edge of the lake, her beauty mirroring the serene waters.
Long Lifen, her name whispered on the winds of legend, gazed up at the sky with eyes that reflected the sudden marvel.
The golden pillars, a phenomenon unseen for ages, caught her attention as she ran her hands through her wet, silky hair, the remnants of her lake bath clinging to her skin.
"Seven pillars? Who is it, now?" she pondered silently, a mixture of curiosity and wonderment coloring her thoughts.
The emergence of such a powerful sign in the sky was rare, a harbinger of great change and the rise of a guardian of unparalleled strength.
Meanwhile, in the vast expanse of the South Wuxia, within the boundless Golden Plains, a solitary figure tread softly upon the earth.
Jin Hui, clad in an orange robe that caught the sun's rays, wore a large wooden hat that shielded her from the relentless glare of the sun.
Her attire, simple yet profound with wooden artifacts hanging behind her, spoke of her path—a path of simplicity and strength.
As an S-ranked guardian who had stepped into the shoes left by Su Xiaobai's father, Jin Hui felt the weight of legacy and duty with quiet dignity.
Her journey across the plains was interrupted as her gaze was drawn to the golden pillars that pierced the sky.
A subtle smile graced her lips as she mused, "... The future of Huxia Province is bright..." However, her moment of contemplation shattered as the pillars exhibited an unforeseen behavior.
Whooosh! Whoosh! Whoooosh!
The pillars, already a spectacle of power and mystery, began to converge, forming a singular column of light so intense, so vast, that it seemed to challenge the very limits of the sky.
Whoosh!
This amalgamation of the seven pillars into one monumental beacon of light sent ripples of shock across the Immortal Cloud Continent.
Observers from all corners of the world were left in awe and disbelief at the magnitude of the event.
"Who is this monster...?"
