It feels as if there's a greater sense of completion.

He walked to the Tie Residence, meeting Lady Tie, who despite showing signs of age, still possessed a delicate beauty.

She was reprimanding her maid, seemingly for breaking a cup she cherished dearly.

He went to the Four Seas Gang, seeing its Gang Leader Zhu Sihai, who was still robust, savoring a chicken soup he loved immensely.

Back then, Chen Yuan had tasted it too—it was made from a hen raised for two and a half years, flavorful and fresh.

Taking a sip, Zhu Sihai reminisced endlessly, as he remarked to those around him about having once sat alongside Chen Yuan, now King Yan, saying that Chen Yuan once said:

In this North Ping'an City, he is the biggest in black deeds, and Chen Yuan in white deeds.

Consequently, it wasn't long before Chen Yuan was promoted to Nanling Prefecture, leaving Ping'an County, like a hidden dragon entering water, marking a remarkable name in Jianghu.

Now, he commands an army of a million, controlling half of the Central Plains, revered as King Yan, benefiting the entirety of Ping'an County. Back then, Old Zhu was blind for not forming a brotherhood with Chen Yuan, even saying it would've been worth offering his wife, because now, Ping'an County's Da Ping was just a little follower, not even worthy of dining with him.

Now?

Even the County Magistrate has to yield to him; he's the most influential in the entire Ping'an County!

Those around Zhu Sihai suggested he speak less, fearing the trouble if word got out. Zhu Sihai fell silent, spoonful by spoonful drinking the chicken soup.

After watching briefly, Chen Yuan departed.

Zhu Sihai was merely a small detour on his life journey, reached purely following his inclination, driven by heart's desire to this point.

Walking on, Chen Yuan arrived at the County Government building, seeing countless busy constables and White Servants, among them many familiar faces.

Continuing, Chen Yuan followed his intuition, arriving at a room within the County Government—simple, very familiar, with the copper mirror on the table replaced.

Back then, the first time he came to the Otherworld, it was here he opened his eyes, full of quandaries as he stepped out the door, meeting this mysterious Otherworld.

Lying on the bed, he slowly closed his eyes, picturing the scene from the beginning, stomach in turmoil, mind nearly exploding with memories from his past self.

In this moment, time seemed to rewind back.

The past, like a movie reel, continuously unfolded in his mind—the acquisition of Vajra Glaze Body, assailment on Tie Nannie's brother Tie Xuan.

From the Huang Family shrine, he obtained the Marrow Cleansing Pearl, becoming a constable in Ping'an County.

Subsequently leaving Ping'an County, proceeding to Nanling Prefecture, then Qingzhou, and subsequently, stepping onto the world's stage.

The past vividly reappeared, as if replaying once more.

He pondered—that if he had the chance to choose again, would he still walk this path?

This path filled with slaughter and bloodshed.

Chen Yuan pondered for a long time, opened his eyes, slowly stood up, sat before the copper mirror, staring at the familiar yet unfamiliar face in reflection, he laughed.

If given another chance, he would still choose this path! 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Moreover, he would tread it more smoothly than before.

His gaze grew brighter, feeling that certain regrets in his heart were gradually being fulfilled, his Conception was nearing Perfection.

Originally, Chen Yuan intended to head to the Western Regions to obtain the Amber Divine Pearl, aiming for Perfection in Conception, having even inquired Moluo indirectly whether there existed treasures enabling immediate Perfection.

The answers obtained were vague, with spiritual objects aiding in progress, yet none had directly perfected Conception through external means, as Conception reflects the self!

When one's self is flawless, Perfection in Conception follows naturally.

Thus, he returned to Ping'an County, where his ascent began, here he gained the most opportunities, allowing his Mental Realm to achieve Perfection.

Bringing his Primordial Spirit's cultivation to an unprecedented ten-inch Realm.

He contemplated whether this time, he could also achieve Perfection in Conception.

Coming here, he hadn't hesitated much.

To test freely, as there were essentially no costs involved.

Fortunately, his thoughts seemed correct.

Here, indeed he perceived certain things.

From when Wang Ping and Zhao Nanshan were drunk at the stone table, he sensed something peculiar, which led him to Ping'an County's streets, to the pathway to his heart.

Conception slowly neared Perfection, Chen Yuan emptied everything, merely following sensation, leaving the County Government, returning to North City.

To be precise, back to that small courtyard.

Surrounding neighbors were discussing the former Chen Yuan, now King Yan, increasingly excited; they weren't close with Chen Yuan, but had no grievances either.

Yet when someone attains the Dao, even chickens and dogs ascend.

These neighbors, essentially had a grand backing, no officials dare oppress these King Yan's neighbors anymore.

Through the wall, the solid wall before him felt non-existent, entering the room, where three brand new spirit tablets were still positioned.

Clearly, Wang Ping often visited here.

He reached out, grasped his uncle's tablet, crumbled it, then with a wave, obliterated his father's tablet; the former because the person hasn't died yet, making a tablet unjust; the latter because Xiang Qianqiu simply didn't deserve any respect.

Only leaving his mother's tablet on the stand, Chen Yuan lit the incense on the table, respectfully bowed three times.

He reveres neither heaven, nor earth, nor father, but only mother.

Upon completion of the three bows, Chen Yuan felt suddenly more relieved, shrouded in a profound, invisible Dao Rhythm.

As if an ascension!

Indeed Chen Yuan experienced much, though his cultivation years were short, his accumulation far surpassed those cultivating for centuries, with excellent perceptivity.

When fortune came, swiftly he seized it, exploding his accumulation.

This time unfolded precisely so.

No splendid phenomena, no Earth-Swelling Golden Lotus appeared, only a layer of invisible Dao Rhythm enveloped him, making him more ethereal.

Also more in harmony with the realms of heaven and earth.

The surrounding void rippled, clad in white, Moluo slowly materialized; when his gaze fell upon Chen Yuan, he observed for a moment, then revealed a smile.

"Congratulations, master, on achieving Conception Perfection!"

"I appreciate your previous guidance."

"It was merely your natural talent, understanding upon a hint."

"Hehe."

Chen Yuan chuckled softly, without a shred of arrogance.

"When do we depart?"

Moluo accompanied Chen Yuan not on mere whim, but on prior arrangements, to join Chen Yuan journeying to the Western Regions Luli Kingdom.

Originally, Chen Yuan planned to go alone, grabbing opportunities then leaving, not lingering at all, but eventually deciding on inviting Moluo along.

Firstly due to Moluo's familiarity with the Western Regions, saving effort, secondly, having such a powerful guard ensures safety.

After all, there's no telling whether Xiang Qianqiu might retaliate desperately, whether Buddha might act unethically, prioritizing safety was wise.

This visit to Ping'an County was not only to test Conception Perfection but also to deceive those outside scrutinizing him, indicating to them he was here.

Yet his True Body had already left the Central Plains!

"Right now!"

Chen Yuan casually waved, coalescing Primordial Energy and Essence Blood nearby into a silhouette; a drop of Essence Blood suffices to sustain this avatar for months, remaining undying.

As long as it doesn't act, even those well-acquainted won't discern its falseness.

"Excellent!"

Moluo nodded slightly, the surrounding void rippling.

Then, he stepped in first, followed closely by Chen Yuan; as the void's fluctuations gradually calmed, the remaining avatar sat cross-legged, eyes closed, breathing.

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