At the exhibition,

  Within the aesthetically pleasing exhibition hall, various artworks were on display. Renowned artists and admirers, drawn by fame, lingered in the corridors.

  One person after another passed by.

  Until silence fell, and the exhibition hall stood empty.

  Looking again,

  A person stood before that framed photograph.

  Mei admired the frame. Inside was a family of three generations, along with her, photographed on Sylvirid Mount. The images transitioned from black and white to color, from old age to youth.

  Witnessed by three generations.

  This artwork did not cause a great sensation. People could only assume it was a specially edited photograph, feeling that the concept was quite good.

  It held a unique and special meaning.

  Just as Mei was about to act, this artwork, laden with the years of three generations, transformed into a wisp of grey Qi. It floated to the side, manifesting as a chubby child.

  Taiyi Energy.

  One of the Innate Five Primes.

  And Mei's final missing step.

  Her actions this time were naturally not meaningless. This was her karmic connection with the Taiyi Energy, allowing her to draw it out.

  "Boring."

  The child-like Taiyi Energy, possessing an aged air, shook its head and sighed, "You are a bit too uninteresting. Couldn't you have played with me a little longer?"

  Mei calmly said, "Our fated connection ends here."

  Hearing this,

  Taiyi's eyes flashed with annoyance. If possible, he still wanted to observe the vicissitudes of the mortal world and the myriad forms of sentient beings. It was truly fascinating.

  But when their fated connection came, he could not escape even if he wanted to.

  Before this person,

  Even a Taikyoku personally arriving would be useless.

  However,

  There was still a little time.

  He asked Mei, "How was it? Wandering through the mortal world with me for these hundreds of years was quite interesting, wasn't it? I think this mortal world is not necessarily inferior to the Great Wilderness or the Heavenly Court."

  Mei said nothing.

  Taiyi sometimes strolled, sometimes acted lively, truly like a child, curiously observing each artwork displayed in the exhibition hall.

  "In my eyes, in this mortal world, earning money, eating, drinking, and resting is cultivation. And the cultivation in the Great Wilderness and Heavenly Court is the study and work of mortals. It is just a part of the orderly cycle, as are the seven emotions and six desires. There is not much difference."

  Taiyi continued to murmur.

  He was discussing the Dao with Mei, but Mei already had her own answers. He had cultivated for an unknown number of years, yet these questions still could not be clearly seen.

  Then it was all for naught.

  It was simply a matter of different perspectives.

  If he were a frog in a well, he would contentedly remain at the bottom of the well for his entire life. If he were a swan, he would naturally strive to soar through the sky. There were not too many "if onlys" in the world.

  Mei knew she could become even stronger.

  Therefore,

  She wanted to embark on the Tier 8 Path of Taikyoku, and absolutely did not wish to stop there. Everyone had their own pursuits. If others forcibly tried to constrain her pursuits with their own standards,

  Then Mei would let them know what the power of Taikyoku truly meant.

  Taiyi jumped down from a statue and dusted off his hands.

  "Let's go, let's take a stroll in the Great Wilderness."

  Mei followed him.

  Taking a step,

  The surrounding scenery instantly changed. In a flash, only towering flames were seen—vast, blazing infernoes stretching for a thousand kilometers, scorching the cracked earth and reflecting a crimson glow in the clouds.

  This was the Fire of Solar Golden Essence, unquenchable by water. Even burning for another myriad years, it would not weaken in the slightest. Within the flames, a long spear could be vaguely seen.

  The long spear pierced a Three Cyan Swallow, pinning it to the mountain for an unknown number of years. Taiyi stood on tiptoes, craning his neck to look into the distance, but this little chubby creature barely had a neck.

  "That kid's temper suits me. Fearless of heaven and earth, he kills whoever stands in his way, gods or men."

  Taiyi even said, "But the Three Cyan Swallow clan is not to be easily offended. You are his master, after all. Won't you help your disciple?"

  Mei merely said,

  "Everyone has their own destiny."

  "Tsk, besides destiny, what else can you say?"

  Taiyi was quite annoyed.

  He knew that Mei merely said nothing verbally. Ceteng Mountain was not a silent place; she definitely helped that kid, otherwise, that kid would still be suffering.

  After a tour of the Great Wilderness,

  Taiyi was finally satisfied.

  "Alright, I have no regrets, heh heh."

  With that said,

  The little chubby figure leaped up, resuming the true form of Taiyi Energy. Leaving behind a final remark, he transformed into a lotus petal that settled onto the manifested Green Lotus Platform.

  "See you again!"

  As the last of the Taiyi Energy came into hand, Mei's Path of Taikyoku finally took its final step, reaching ultimate completion.

  Tier 8.

  The realm of Taikyoku.

  【Upgrade Task 5 · Complete】

  【Path of Taikyoku: 5/5】

  On the Green Lotus Platform, five lotus petals bloomed. Taikyoku Dao aura enveloped the world. Vast and boundless power descended from the platform, entering Mei's body.

  Unlike merit-based Taikyoku,

  This was the Taikyoku of transcending the world.

  At this very moment, celestial light filled the sky, auspicious signs descended from heaven, and the Dao flowed naturally. That transcendent power seemed to want to cover the entire world.

  Immeasurable.

  Evasion of Unity.

  Western.

  The three Taikyoku were all astonished.

  "Today is the day of tribulation."

  Immeasurable Celestial Venerable waved the whisk in his hand, transforming into a streak of divine light that flew towards the heavens. The disciples of the three sects exerted all their strength, one after another awakening from their silent cultivation.

  "What is this?"

  Above the Great Wilderness,

  Some minor Yaos occupying mountains trembled, watching the myriad disciples of the three sects rushing by, unaware of what had happened, not daring to breathe.

  ...

  Boundless Palace.

  "It's Master!"

  Bang!

  The Cloud Water Sword continuously hummed with battle intent. Zonhi's face showed both fear and joy. Detecting the phenomenon, a sign of Taikyoku, the four disciples of Boundless Palace were ecstatic.

  "Could it be that Master has returned from the Chaos!"

  "Go!"

  At this moment,

  Zonhi and the other three rushed forward at maximum speed.

  ...

  Above the Heavenly Court,

  The Jade Emperor's expression was extremely grim.

  No one dared to imagine that Boundless Celestial Venerable had only truly achieved Taikyoku this day. Upon detecting her Taikyoku movement, they immediately assumed she had escaped from the Chaos.

  The words of the three Taikyoku still echoed in his ears.

  Boundless was the Great World Tribulation.

  Her return this time would surely bring disaster.

  "Command the heavenly soldiers and generals to quickly assist!"

  ...

  The realm of Taikyoku.

  No longer temporarily gaining power through Tier 8 items, but truly Tier 8 power. A special tier's blessing, a transcendent power surpassing the world.

  The Green Lotus Platform sank, entering Mei's body, thoroughly allowing Mei to master this Path of Taikyoku. The image of infinity descended, manifesting the natural flow of Dao, swirling behind her like cloud light.

  "Finally, I have stepped into Tier 8."

  Thus,

  It was time for this world to yield its destiny.

  Looking out,

  Several streaks of divine light swept from the horizon.

  “Boundless, it has indeed been a long time!”

  The first to arrive was Spirit Void Celestial Venerable. Wielding his Azure Edge sword, his appearance remained unchanged, yet his sword energy soared toward the clouds, clearly intending to once again test the limits of Boundless's mastery.

  “It has indeed been a long time.”

  After their previous clash, Mei had not encountered Spirit Void Celestial Venerable for countless eons. Now, meeting once more, they stood poised for another confrontation.

  His words held the warmth of reminiscence, but his actions showed no mercy. Knowing Mei’s formidable power, Spirit Void Celestial Venerable immediately swung his blade, unleashing a vast wave of sword light.

  The sword light was sharp and fierce.

  Its cold brilliance illuminated the world.

  Yet, an invisible Dao aura swept past. Mei made no discernible move, but her special-tier power crushed downward, instantly flattening the sword light with overwhelming force.

  It was like wind stirring ripples, only for the ripples to be smoothed away in an instant.

  Spirit Void Celestial Venerable's swordsmanship had refined over the years.

  However,

  It was still not enough.

  Far from it!

  Mei gently pointed a finger. This time, unlike before, she held nothing back. In an instant, the myriad Dao of the world resonated, and with one strike, the Taikyoku bled profusely.

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  The blood of the Taikyoku, tinged with the golden light of virtue, spilled onto the world. On one hand, this vibrant golden light spurred all living things into a frenzy of growth; on the other, the residual shockwaves simultaneously shattered mountains and rivers.

  The Azure Edge sword in Spirit Void Celestial Venerable's hand flew from his grip. A great seal suddenly appeared, suppressing his injuries, while a meditation cushion manifested beneath him to heal his wounds.

  Were it not for these protective treasures,

  Spirit Void Celestial Venerable would truly have perished from Mei's single strike.

  It was truly perilous!

  Yet, Spirit Void Celestial Venerable was not frightened, but rather delighted.

  “Fellow Daoist, it seems you were holding back before!”

  “Not this time.”

  As she spoke,

  Mei waved her sleeve, manifesting a sky full of magical artifacts—a sight that made even Spirit Void Celestial Venerable exclaim in awe. In terms of sheer realm, Mei alone could crush every Taikyoku in the Great Wilderness.

  However,

  Every Taikyoku possessed several Innate artifacts, and in this regard, Mei was inferior to none. Innate and Acquired magical artifacts circled her.

  Their might suppressed the world.

  A streak of crimson light struck from the horizon, blocked by the Heavenly Pagoda beside Mei. It was Immeasurable Celestial Venerable, who had finally arrived, manifesting his Bagua Mirror to strike.

  “Boundless, today is the time for us and this world to settle our karmic debts. Unleash all your capabilities; hide nothing more.”

  The Great World Tribulation.

  Immeasurable Celestial Venerable knew this calamity was unavoidable. The world had reached its destined end. Although he knew matching Mei was a near-impossible task, he still had to strive for a glimmer of hope.

  Hum—

  Golden light filled the sky.

  A golden body of merit arrived from the West. Wheel Celestial Venerable, shrinking distances with every step, arrived in a flash. With his lotus platform protecting him, he wasted no words and attacked Mei.

  At the same time,

  Blue light flashed, filled with vitality. Miiama Celestial Venerable arrived to lend her strength. Crimson light filled the air, interweaving like fine silk. Empress Crimson manifested a golden hairpin that pierced through the void.

  Thus,

  The five Taikyoku had all arrived.

  This scene was far grander than the conflict with the three sects. This time, all five Taikyoku of the world emerged together, combining their strength to attack Mei.

  Mei was utterly fearless.

  Her special Taikyoku power transcended the world, surpassing all others. Controlling this transcendent power, Mei unleashed her magical artifacts one by one.

  Stillness Orb.

  Primal Chaos Parasol.

  Sea Quelling Stone.

  Scarlet Coin.

  Twenty-Four Tribulation Brocade Pouch.

  Although these were not Innate artifacts, with the blessing of her special tier, none of their powers were weaker than Innate ones. They successfully halted the magical artifacts conjured by the five Taikyoku.

  At this moment,

  A loud shout echoed.

  “Master, your disciple has come to assist!”

  Several streaks of divine light rushed in. Zonhi, wielding the Cloud Water Sword, presented it to her. Mei, seeing this, smiled broadly and waved her hand; the Cloud Water Sword instantly flew into her grasp.

  In an instant,

  The winds and clouds changed color.

  The five Taikyoku were immediately struck with terror.

  Before they could even prepare themselves, a vast sword light filled their vision. In an instant, it cleaved heaven and earth. This time, she held nothing back. With a single sword strike, the five Taikyoku were annihilated.

  Boom!

  A single sword strike.

  The world violently trembled. The eastern continent was once again split in two by Mei. Wherever the sword light passed, billions of kilometers of mountains and rivers collapsed. The Primordial Chaos in the depths was clearly visible.

  “Master!!”

  The disciples of the three sects rushed forward, witnessing this scene with heartbroken eyes. They believed the five Taikyoku had all turned to ash, but unexpectedly, auspicious signs descended from heaven, revealing the phantoms of the five.

  The five Taikyoku were not dead.

  They realized that together they were no match for Mei. This time, they did not hesitate to merge with the world, abandoning their flesh, blood, and souls to become one with the Great Dao of this realm.

  Subsequently,

  They used their combined Dao power to reflect the power of the World-Creator.

  They did not want the world to perish under this great tribulation and return to chaos. They could only decisively use this final method—their only desperate gamble.

  The five Taikyoku spoke,

  “Boundless, this method shall determine the victor!”

  “Very good.”

  With that said,

  A domineering and vast pressure swept across the world. The five Taikyoku's manifestation transformed into a colossal phantom that propped up the heavens. Its feet trod the Great Wilderness, its head touched the nine heavens, and its eyes rivaled the sun and moon.

  Its vast aura stirred the cosmos, causing the stars to shift in their orbits.

  All living beings in the Great Wilderness were terrified out of their wits.

  "Is this the World-Creator?!"

  The disciples of the three sects were utterly paralyzed by fear. The heavenly immortals who had arrived as reinforcements were equally awestruck.

  This World-Creator seemed to still possess a lingering consciousness. It glared at Mei, then let out a thunderous roar that reverberated throughout the entire realm. It strode across unknown billions of kilometers of mountains and rivers, its every footstep shattering the peaks of the Great Wilderness.

  Clouds parted. Only the upper torso of the phantom could be vaguely discerned above the nine heavens. It wielded a colossal axe, which, once raised, immediately struck down toward Mei.

  It was as if intended to cleave the world into pieces.

  Hum—

  In an instant,

  The myriad Dao trembled violently.

  Mei did not reach for any magical artifacts. She simply utilized her special-tier power to unleash Daoist methods and divine techniques. Her boundless, all-encompassing power intended to restore all things to their primordial form.

  "In your prime, you might have contended with me for a time. But this residual might, left behind in this world, is far from enough to resist me in the slightest!"

  Boom.

  It was as if heaven and earth themselves were being torn asunder.

  The world plunged into absolute darkness.

  The eastern continent was almost completely shattered. Countless sentient beings were caught in the aftermath, instantly reduced to ash. Only a few powerful cultivators miraculously survived that single strike.

  "What on earth happened?"

  The blood Qi of the Heavenly Court immortals and gods surged, nearly scattering their souls. Focusing intently, their faces immediately turned deathly pale. Before them lay only the fractured remains of the eastern continent, where chaotic energy churned and the distant stars beyond the heavens grew dim.

  There was no trace of the World-Creator's phantom.

  Only Boundless's might remained.

  Standing in the void,

  Mei remained completely unharmed.

  Thus,

  The final resort of the five Taikyoku had been defeated. They could no longer stop Mei. Although the disciples of the three sects and the Heavenly Court immortals and gods had rushed to intervene, they dared not attack her.

  Before a Taikyoku, how could they dare?

  If the five Taikyoku were still present, they might have dared to assist in the struggle. But now that the five had merged with the Dao and were rendered helpless, what could the others possibly do?

  "Master."

  Zonhi and the others, controlling their divine light, approached Mei and asked, "Does Master have a plan?"

  Mei simply replied,

  "Re-enact Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind; recreate the world!"

  With those words,

  Mei decisively took action, unleashing her divine power upon the Great Wilderness. The disciples of the three sects, hearing this, were struck with terror. Along with the host of Heavenly Court immortals and gods, they frantically pleaded, "Honored One, you cannot!!"

  Boom!

  However,

  Mei's mind was set. Her divine power descended, ignoring the crowd's desperate pleas. The might of re-enacting Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind instantly devoured the disciples of the three sects and the Heavenly Court immortals and gods.

  All living beings perished.

  Mountains and rivers shattered.

  The stellar constellations were annihilated.

  The world was instantly transformed back into its primordial form.

  ...

  Re-enacting Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind.

  Recreating the world.

  This meant Mei had completely dismantled this world. Billions of sentient beings perished within, turning to ash and vanishing. The stellar constellations were extinguished, and the heavens full of gods and Buddhas instantly dissipated like smoke.

  Regardless of whether they were Innate or Acquired beings, none could escape this calamity. Only the four disciples of Boundless Palace remained unharmed, along with some Innate Demon Gods who had long since escaped the Great Wilderness.

  At the same time,

  The spatial prompts updated frantically.

  【Acquired Equipment: Cloud Water Sword】

  【Acquired Equipment: Azure Light Sword】

  【Item Acquired: Bagua Mirror】

  【Item Acquired: Immeasurable Whisk】

  "..."

  The world had collapsed.

  All the heavenly treasures nurtured within it were dropped, all belonging to Mei. Unlike previous worlds, the equipment and items of this world were exceptionally powerful.

  Most importantly, their quantity was immense.

  Among the dropped equipment, there were over ten Innate artifacts alone. The Azure Light Sword was originally Spirit Void Celestial Venerable's. The Bagua Mirror and Immeasurable Whisk were originally Immeasurable Celestial Venerable's artifacts.

  Now, all belonged to Mei. Even the Cloud Water Sword was dropped, becoming Mei's official equipment, which she could take away from this world.

  Besides these, there were also many Acquired magical artifacts whose power was not much inferior. They might not compare to Innate artifacts, but they were still formidably powerful.

  Tier 8 magical artifacts numbered in the hundreds, and other heavenly treasures were even more countless. Clumps of light appeared, and were all claimed by Mei.

  Since the creation of heaven and earth, an unknown number of years had passed. Whether it was the Tier 7 Void Wanderers who descended after the creation, or the Tier 2 Void Wanderers who arrived near the Dharma-Ending Age, they should have all completed their missions and returned to Hyperdimensional Space.

  If anyone truly had not completed their mission and was still alive at this time, it could only be considered a stroke of terrible luck.

  In the chaos,

  The heavens collapsed and the earth split, transforming into a hazy, grey mist. One world ended, thus beginning the next cycle. Mei waved her sleeve, unleashing her divine power.

  Within the chaotic grey mist, a sudden crackle of thunder echoed. Violet Firmament's divine thunder burst forth, silently nurturing the first wisp of life in this annihilation.

  By dismantling a world, Mei had amassed a mountain of treasures.

  It was an effortless act.

  So, she would return a world to this world.

  Unlike the previous World-Creator who had toiled so laboriously, the grey mist before her stemmed from the world's origin. Mei only needed to re-enact Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind.

  No further chaos-cleaving gestures were necessary.

  As her divine power descended,

  That divine thunder of the nine heavens split the grey mist. Pure Qi rose to form a new firmament, while turbid Qi sank to establish the earth. A shower of primordial essence bathed the world.

  Instantly, myriad lifeforms vied for existence as vitality surged. Boundless light shone, auspicious signs abounded, and golden springs bubbled from the ground. Innate beings, graced by the fortune of primordial essence, were born possessing immense divine powers and profound cultivation.

  For a time,

  The world was filled with the auspicious omens of dragons and phoenixes.

  It successfully recreated the vast and boundless wilderness of ages past.

  "This is the creation of heaven..."

  Golden light flickered in Zonhi's eyes; his feathers shimmered as he experienced a sudden epiphany. His fellow disciples were no different. To witness the creation of heaven and earth firsthand was a destiny of no small significance.

  Those few were unconcerned with the birth or death of the world. Without Mei, they would never have possessed their current cultivation, abilities, or fortune. If the world were destroyed, then so be it.

  But their Master would always be their Master.

  After countless years of cultivation, the Dao hearts of these four remained firm and unshakable.

  ...

  Within the chaos,

  A Daoist in black robes also remained unharmed. It was clearly Reverend Primnity, whose art of self-preservation was unparalleled. In the past, he had served under a Taikyoku to find shelter and avoid Calamity.

  This time,

  Upon learning that Boundless Celestial Venerable had escaped from the chaos, he had immediately fled back into that void. Thus, he preserved his meager life, remaining untouched by the divine power that re-enacted Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind.

  It was truly a remarkable feat.

  He stood amidst the chaos, his leisurely words carrying the weight of eons, echoing from before the creation of the last heaven and earth, transcending the cycle of an entire world.

  "Yet another new world."

  Boom!

  From the turquoise waves stretching ten thousand kilometers, a black fish leaped, stirring monstrous waves. It soared into the sky, transforming into a giant bird whose wings obscured both sun and moon.

  Across the wild Th??ng S?n, a colossal serpent coiled. Its scales were entirely crimson as it devoured the essence of the sun, moon, and stars day and night. Before long, its body grew so immense it could span ten thousand kilometers of mountains and rivers.

  Mei stepped into this world.

  She observed every scene.

  It seemed little different from the previous Great Wilderness.

  Zonhi spoke,

  "Master, is it time to depart?"

  Zonhi had once been an item. Now, he was no longer an item and could not follow Mei back. Although he was unaware of the existence of Hyperdimensional Space, his unique origins allowed him to understand that Mei could travel to other worlds.

  The karma of this world was settled.

  Mei had no reason to linger.

  She took a step.

  Unrestrained and free.

  "From now on, the four of you must take care of yourselves."

  Zonhi.

  Destiny.

  Minua.

  The junior disciple.

  The four clasped their hands in a respectful salute. They knew that after this parting, they might never see their Master again. But such vicissitudes were the way of the world; there was no need for lingering reluctance.

  "Respectfully seeing off Master!"

  Looking again,

  Mei’s figure was already gone.

  ...

  A hundred years later,

  Eight hundred kilometers of blessed and immortal mountains stretched out—a land of Auspicious Signs. Suddenly, a clear roar echoed. A Great Yao, large enough to obscure the sun and moon, arrived with the world's might.

  Golden scales flowed with light. This Yao creature was covered in scales and armor, possessing two wings and beast horns upon its head. It resembled a winged wild ox, its momentum fierce and aggressive.

  "From this day forth, these immortal mountains and blessed lands belong to me! Living beings of this mountain, come and submit at once!"

  The moment its voice fell,

  A Daoist walked out from the mountain.

  The Yao creature observed that this person showed neither fear nor any intent to submit. It was instantly enraged. Before it could act, the Daoist extended a hand.

  In an instant,

  It was as if an entire world resided within his palm, capable of containing the sun, moon, and stars.

  Regaining its senses,

  The Yao creature found itself slapped down by the Daoist's palm. At this moment, it possessed none of its previous might; it trembled, its scales nearly all fallen off.

  "Immortal, spare me!"

  Mei said nothing.

  A hundred years' time.

  Had come.

  A spatial prompt arrived.

  【Advancement Mission · Phase Five · Complete】

  【Points Acquired: 50,000】

  ...

  【Advancement Mission · Complete】

  【Confirm Mission Completion?】

  【Yes】

  【Advancement Mission Successfully Submitted】

  【Settlement Completed】

  【Remaining Points: 2,150,001,473,100】

  Compared to those preceding numbers, 50,000 points seemed utterly insignificant.

  Thus,

  This world came to an end.

  Mei's figure flickered, then vanished without a trace.

  Hyperdimensional Space.

  The interface immediately popped up.

  【Current Grade: Tier 3】

  Finally,

  Mei became a Tier 3 Void Wanderer. This meant she would next enter Tier 3 level worlds and carry out missions alongside other Tier 3 Void Wanderers.

  "Tier 3."

  It felt as if a long time had passed, yet counting carefully, she had experienced fewer than ten worlds. It was somewhat emotionally stirring. In truth, Mei already possessed Tier 8 strength.

  By comparison,

  She had exceeded the standard model by far.

  Subsequently,

  She headed to the enhancement chamber to have all the equipment, items, and single-use artifacts dropped from the Great Wilderness world identified.