Chapter 6: Changes in the Zhou Dynasty

  After making up his mind, Zhou Jian continued reading on.

  "Changes in the cycle of time."

  First appeared four words, and then the introduction: "In ancient times, Wu was called Xiong Tian Di, but Wu's method was strong and overbearing. The so-called Zhou Tian changes refer to killing various monsters and taking their essence and blood, merging them into one's own body. In this way, one can transform into any monster, adapt to any battlefield, and truly dominate the world. However, this also provoked the anger of all monsters, who led their troops to attack the human tribe. Wu resisted but was unable to withstand, and was forced to sign an agreement. The inheritance of Wu was cut off from then on, and the human tribe opened up a new method. Thus, the current Xing Gong Fa Jue was born, and so were the immortals."

  After the introduction, there is an explanation of why practicing Zhou Tian transformation is very risky.

  "The lineage of the Wu has been extinct, and practicing this Heavenly Change is extremely perilous without any guidance. This is the first reason. Practicing this Heavenly Change technique would mean reviving the Wu tribe's legacy. Breaking the pact with the demonic beasts will bring about an unmitigated catastrophe, a calamity from which there is no escape, not even in death. This is the second reason. Let later generations beware, beware."

  "Practicing might kill you, but not practicing will certainly kill you." Zhou Jian was not intimidated by these two risks, and he coldly laughed as he continued to look down.

  Next is the method of practicing Gong. Zhou Jian recited ten lines at a glance, all memorized. After a long time, Zhou Jian opened his eyes. Immediately, he put his gaze on the case, the jade slip had melted, but there was still a small bottle on the case.

  Zhou Jian picked up the bottle without hesitation, pulled out the cork, and put the mouth of the bottle to his lips. A drop of dark red blood flowed out, like a strong liquor. It burned his throat like fire as he swallowed it down into his belly.

  Severe pains came in waves from the abdomen.

  Zhou Jian took a deep breath and immediately sat down cross-legged. He began to work according to the law of Zhou Tian's changes.

  This drop of crimson blood is the essence of a first-class demonic beast, the Scarlet Python Snake.

  The transformation of the week is not just about changing into various monsters, adapting to various battlefields, and turning all battlefields into their own home field. But it's about incorporating essence and blood, truly transforming one's body into a monster, so as to possess the powerful physique of a monster and its innate divine abilities.

  Zhou Jian followed the method of Zhou Tian's changes and began to practice his skills in order to absorb the essence and blood of the red refined python.

  "Gurgle." Zhou Jian's stomach let out a loud cry. Immediately afterwards, Zhou Jian felt a wave of pain spreading from his abdomen throughout his entire body. It was as if some kind of force had violently torn apart his entire physical form and then reassembled it.

  Sweat poured down his forehead like rain, Zhou Jian's face was almost distorted, and all the clothes on his body were already soaked.

  But would Zhou Jian be afraid and yield to this pain? Thinking of Deng Yun's words, Zhou Jian's heart ached unbearably. Could such pain compare to the ache of not being able to protect his sister?

  What a joke.

  He held on, Zhou Jian persisted in this bodily transformation, despite the pain that twisted his face and turned it iron-green, despite his whole body trembling with a desire to end it all immediately. But Zhou Jian still held on.

  After the initial pain, a cool feeling swept through Zhou Jian's entire body and mind.

  A surge of joy rose up in Zhou Jian's heart, he knew that he had made it through, passed the first test, and from now on it would be easier. In the world there were all sorts of demons, dragons, phoenixes, tigers, etc.

  At this moment, Zhou Jian's body had some of the demonic power of the Chi Lian Python. The Chi Lian Python was a snake, and most snakes that were demonic beasts could evolve into dragons as they increased their cultivation, eventually transforming into a dragon.

  That is to say, Zhou Jian had undergone a transformation into a dragon species.

  But to think of a complete transformation into the Red Lotus Python, it takes time and is not something that can be accomplished in a short period. Zhou Jian naturally did not rush to succeed, he followed the law of Zhou Tian's changes and after circulating the demonic energy throughout his body, he gathered it back into his heart.

  Then, Zhou Jian opened his eyes.

  The feeling was immediately different, the surrounding misty sacred light seemed more dazzling, and the sense of smell also became more sensitive. A joy filled Zhou Jian's heart.

  Although he may still be weak, after all, there is a possibility of becoming strong. Become a carefree and supreme being, the mighty Zhou Tian Xian Emperor.

  With this joy in mind, Zhou Jian took a look around. These pieces of furniture were worth a fortune, but the most precious thing had already been obtained by him. This place was no longer needed.

  Zhou Jian looked up, about 10 feet above the ground. He was in a hurry when he came down and didn't have time to prepare a rope. It seemed difficult to climb back up, but Zhou Jian raised his hands and suddenly smiled.

  His originally rough hands like an old farmer's have become as white and delicate as jade. This is the sign of Iron Sand Palm entering its great completion stage.

  "Unexpectedly, Tiesha Zhang actually succeeded." A hint of joy flashed through Zhou Jian's heart.

  "Drink."

  Immediately, Zhou Jian let out a low shout and his hands shot out like paper pasted on the wall, breaking through the surrounding walls, and climbed up bit by bit.

  Above, sister Zhou Meng had already waited impatiently, and only when Zhou Jian asked did he realize that he had been gone for several hours.

  Zhou Jiandu learned about it, and was a bit tongue-tied. This line of work, didn't expect the time spent to be so enormous. However, the top priority is still to think of a way to cover up this hole, in order to prevent secrets from leaking out.

  He obtained the legacy of Zhou Dynasty's Taizu, nobody knows.

  Thinking of this, Zhou Jian brought many wooden boards, filled the entrance to the cave, and then covered it with mud and stone slabs, restoring the side hall to its original state.

  After all this, it was already late at night. At this time, Zhou Meng had fallen asleep, curled up and hugging her little white dog.

  Zhou Jian came to Zhou Meng's bedside, helped Zhou Meng tidy up her quilt, and then walked out.

  At night, it is very quiet. The stars in the sky are shining brightly, a magnificent sight.

  However, Zhou Jian didn't have the mood to appreciate it. The stars were beautiful, but they were out of reach. As long as he remained trapped in this Clear Water Palace, he would forever be a frog at the bottom of a well. Not only was he restricted, others could also bully his siblings at will.

  The brother is incompetent, and the sister will also be implicated.

  What's wrong?

  Zhou Jian recalled the three-day deadline that Deng Yun had set, and he began to think. Before Zhou Tian's transformation, the only skills Zhou Jian possessed were Iron Sand Palm, as well as various knowledge of mechanical experts that were now almost useless.

  But after gaining the cycle of heaven, everything was different.

  During the day, Zhou Jian couldn't think of a solution, but he would rather die than break his own leg. You are pitiful, but others may not sympathize with you, and Deng Yun's words may not be trustworthy either. Once he is no longer useful, who knows if they will harm his sister as well.

  But it's different now.

  The Red Python, is a dragon species. Dragons can be big or small, can hide or appear, swallow clouds and spit fog, move clouds and spread rain. The Red Python is just a low-ranking monster, of course it doesn't have that ability, but with a slight stretch and change, it's still possible.

  Thinking of this, Zhou Jian had a way to deal with the current situation.

  It's not escaping or yielding, but eliminating all difficulties and taking the initiative to attack. He has already promised Zhou Chao Taizu, establishing the Zhou Tian Xian Kingdom and achieving the Zhou Tian Xian Emperor.

  If even Zhou Wang's position can't be taken down, what is called Zhou Tian Xian Emperor?

  "Second brother, you absolutely can't imagine that your intimidation has forced out a competitor? I will definitely make you regret it." Zhou Jian's face revealed a cold and ruthless smile as he silently thought to himself.