Xiao Wenbing hesitated for a moment, then said, "Alright."
He strode forward, reached out and touched the clone's forehead, sending his thoughts to it.
The clone's body trembled slightly. During the transmission of consciousness, neither the main body nor the clone was defenseless. If attacked, it could very well face complete annihilation.
If it weren't for the fact that they were in the Zha Di God Realm, Xiao Wenbing would never have dared to act so recklessly.
After all the consciousness was transferred, Xiao Wenbing released his hand and looked at the face in front of him that was exactly the same as his own. The strange thought in his heart grew stronger.
The Great Serpent Supreme frowned and said, "Fellow Immortal Xiao, hurry up and seal it."
Xiao Wenbing sighed and slowly stretched out his hand. Immortal power surged from his palm, drawing dozens of crisscrossing rays of light in the air.
Then, all the light shone towards the clone, completely enveloping him.
Countless light patterns lit up on the clone's body. After all the light flowed into the clone, it closed its bright eyes, as if it had fallen into a deep sleep, leaving only a quiet smile.
Looking at the clone in front of him, Xiao Wenbing was filled with mixed emotions.
Although this person is an alter ego of himself, from another perspective, he is also an independent individual. If he is not sealed away and allowed to develop on his own, perhaps one day his achievements will surpass his own, and he will become a completely different Xiao Wenbing.
He now finally understood why these immortals only created one clone for self-preservation.
Because condensing a life-saving clone would consume a large amount of immortal power. Although he had perfectly utilized every bit of energy under the control of his divine nature, he still consumed nearly one-fifth of his immortal power when the clone was completed.
This immortal power is irreversible. In other words, his cultivation level has now dropped by one-fifth.
To return to its original level, it must reabsorb energy and continuously refine itself.
Without the assistance of a deity, an immortal would need to permanently expend at least one-third of their immortal power to condense an avatar.
No one can afford to pay such a high price for an extended period of time, not even Xiao Wenbing.
Moreover, due to the unique nature of the clone, if it cannot be completely mastered, it will grow into another completely independent individual. Under certain circumstances, it may even possess strength greater than the original body.
If such a thing were to actually happen, it would be a devastating disaster for the entity itself.
The original body and the clone possess identical characteristics; they can split into two, but they can also merge into one at any time. If the clone gains a dominant position, it can replace the original body.
This is what all immortals fear most.
Once a clone is created and inherits the memories of the original body, it must be sealed immediately; this is a necessary but unavoidable measure.
Because of these drawbacks, before becoming gods, most immortals only condense one clone and then seal it away.
Shaking his head and sighing again, Xiao Wenbing said, "It's fortunate that it's only a clone. If I were to refine seventeen or eighteen, wouldn't I suffer from a split personality?"
The Great Serpent Supreme gave him an annoyed look and said, "We are not gods who can use endless divine power, so of course we can only condense one."
Xiao Wenbing frowned, looking troubled, and said, "Where should we store this clone?"
The Great Serpent Supreme pointed to the ground and said, "Of course, the Divine Realm is the safest."
Xiao Wenbing nodded slightly, about to reply, when a fragrant breeze wafted by, and Feng Baiyi and Zhang Yaqi arrived together.
Their eyes swept over the clone, their faces flushing simultaneously, and they spat out a soft "tsk."
Volume 22, Chapter 15: Identity Transformation
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Xiao Wenbing was taken aback, exclaimed "Oh dear!", and quickly took out a robe from his Heavenly Void Ring and covered his clone with it.
This clone had just been born, and was completely naked. He had planned everything, but he couldn't have foreseen that the two women would suddenly appear. Some mistakes were inevitable.
Zhang Yaqi bit her lip lightly and asked quietly, "Wenbing, have you condensed your clone yet?"
The Great Serpent King rolled his eyes again, thinking to himself, "You've already seen it, why are you still asking? These humans are truly unfathomable."
Xiao Wenbing coughed and was about to reply when he saw the Great Serpent Supreme's disdainful expression. He was secretly annoyed and glared at it intently.
The Great Serpent Supreme was taken aback. Seeing the three people, including Feng Baiyi, staring at him with a tacit understanding, he felt a chill run down his spine. He quickly said, "I still need to focus on my cultivation, so I'll take my leave now."
Having said that, the Great Serpent Supreme transformed into a beam of white light and vanished instantly. Only after leaving the courtyard of Xiao Wenbing's residence did the feeling of being watched from behind disappear. He muttered to himself, making up his mind that he would never join in the fun when the three of them were together in the future.
Looking at the two stunningly beautiful women before him, and then at his clone lying on the ground, Xiao Wenbing shook his head slightly.
In fact, everything in the divine realm is a transformation of energy. However, the flowers, plants, and trees that have emerged from these transformations are all composed of a certain type of energy that constitutes the divine realm. Once the support of this energy is lost, they immediately vanish into nothingness.
Therefore, every blade of grass, every tree, every clod of earth, and every stone within that realm is a weapon used by the master of the divine realm to attack enemies. It can also be changed at will according to the master of the divine realm.
Although Xiao Wenbing is not the master of this divine realm, he has mastered the energy source of this divine realm, and can naturally control all the energy in the space.
Before everyone went into seclusion to cultivate, he built a magnificent pavilion and garden for each of them, so that when they were cultivating, they would not feel that this place was a desolate and useless place.
Of course, this is because Zha had excess energy after absorbing a primordial crystal and recovering some of his divine power; otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to create so many pavilions and courtyards.
After building the dwellings for everyone, Xiao Wenbing did not set up any restrictions, which is why the two women were able to enter easily. Otherwise, if they had triggered any restrictions, Xiao Wenbing would have noticed, and things wouldn't have turned out so awkwardly.
Clearing his throat, Xiao Wenbing said, "What brings you in such a rush? You don't happen to be here to see my muscular physique, do you?"
The two women's faces, which had just begun to recover, immediately turned bright red. Feng Baiyi scolded angrily, "Nonsense!"
Seeing her beautiful appearance, which was three parts anger and seven parts shyness, Xiao Wenbing was even more moved. However, since both women were here, he dared not be too flirtatious.
"Okay, okay, just say what you need to say."
Zhang Yaqi tugged at Feng Baiyi's sleeve. The two women exchanged a glance, understanding each other without saying a word.
"Wenbing, we would like to inquire about the Immortal Technique for Condensing Avatars."
Xiao Wenbing was startled and asked, "You've also reached the Avatar Realm?"
Feng Baiyi snorted and said, "What, are you the only one allowed to advance to the Avatar stage?"
With a hearty laugh, Xiao Wenbing quickly and honestly explained in detail the experience and key process of condensing clones.
Although the blush on the two women's faces hadn't faded, they took Xiao Wenbing's words very seriously.
This kind of immortal technique is no joke. Once used, regardless of success or failure, it will permanently deplete 20% to 30% of one's strength. For a cultivator who is condensing an immortal technique for the first time, no one dares to be careless in the slightest.
After a long pause, Xiao Wenbing finally finished explaining and asked, "Well? Did you remember it?"
The two women closed their eyes and remained silent, repeating Xiao Wenbing's words in their minds several times before asking about the key points.
As Xiao Wenbing answered their questions, he inwardly admired the two women's intelligence. Each of their questions was crucial, indicating they already had a good grasp of the subject. It seemed certain they would succeed on their first try.
After the explanation was finished, Xiao Wenbing took out two Origin Crystals and handed them to them, saying, "Once the clones are fully condensed, your immortal power will be greatly reduced. At that time, try your best to absorb the energy from the Origin Crystals, and you should be able to recover some of it."
Zhang and Feng accepted the gifts without offering thanks, then bid farewell to Xiao Wenbing, seemingly heading off to refine their clones.
Xiao Wenbing quickly tried to persuade them to stay, saying, "Yaqi, Baiyi, are you going to start now?"
“Yes,” the two women said in unison.
"No good." Xiao Wenbing quickly shook his head.
"Why?"
"Condensing an avatar is a major undertaking and cannot be done hastily," Xiao Wenbing said solemnly. "If we give up halfway, it will severely damage our vitality."
The two women exchanged a glance, deeply grateful for Xiao Wenbing's concern.
"Then what do you suggest?"
“How about…” A hint of joy flashed in Xiao Wenbing’s eyes, then he said with righteous indignation, “Why don’t we condense the clone right here?”
"Here?"
“Yes,” Xiao Wenbing thumped his chest, speaking with an air of righteousness, “I will protect you and provide guidance at any time, guaranteeing there will be no mistakes.”
The two women glanced at Xiao Wenbing's clone on the ground at the same time, and thinking of the strong body beneath his robes, they blushed and refused in unison.
Xiao Wenbing looked disappointed and tried his best to persuade him, but to no avail.
Unable to withstand his persistent pursuit, Zhang Yaqi gave in first, and with a lingering fragrance, she silently slipped away.
Feng Baiyi was left all alone. Just as she was about to slip away, Xiao Wenbing grabbed her sleeve.
"open."
When the two were together, Feng Baiyi lost some of her usual heroic demeanor and became more like a shy woman.
Xiao Wenbing was overjoyed. He said, "What are you afraid of? I've seen your body before, what's wrong with seeing it again?"
Feng Baiyi was taken aback, then recalled the scene when Little Butterfly Fairy had just taken human form in the cultivation world.
Feeling both ashamed and angry, she bit her lip lightly and raised her eyebrows.
Seeing the situation was turning bad, Xiao Wenbing knew he had spoken recklessly and angered the beauty. Just as he was about to explain, lightning flashed in the sky, and Feng Baiyi was about to make her move.
"White-robed man, let's talk this out. Didn't you just look at my body? I just wanted to look at myself. This is a society governed by law, and men and women are equal... Ouch, help me..."
A piercing scream suddenly rang out in the divine realm, sending chills down the spines of those who heard it.
Just as the roc was about to spread its wings and take flight, it was stopped by a pair of small, snow-white hands. Zhang Yaqi gently stroked the roc's neck and said softly in a voice as melodious as a nightingale's, "It's alright, a beating is a sign of affection, a scolding is a sign of love, let him enjoy it."
The golden roc, as expected of a born divine beast, comfortably closed its eyes, enjoying the moment, while letting out two long cries to express its complete agreement.
Several feet away, the Great Serpent Supreme peeked out from his dwelling, watching the lightning dance wildly like silver snakes in the air, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
Isn't it said that other energies are not allowed to exist in the form of attacks within the Divine Realm? How come Feng Baiyi is not subject to this restriction?
Sigh... The successor of Heavenly Thunder and Earthly Destiny is truly extraordinary, so enviable!
Several days later, Xiao Wenbing made a formal decision and summoned the Treasure God.
"Master, how have you been lately?" Xiao Wenbing asked with a smile.
The precious god shook its head repeatedly, saying, "Fellow Immortal Xiao, I dare not accept the title of master."
Xiao Wenbing looked up. The baby god had a sincere expression on his face, without the slightest hint of hypocrisy.
"According to our agreement, this master-servant contract will automatically terminate on the day I become a god, right?"
“That’s true.” Baby God lowered his head and said, “However, the situation has changed now, so it’s a different story.”
After a moment's hesitation, Xiao Wenbing asked, "Are you talking about Zha?"
“Indeed, although you have not yet become a god, you already have a servant. This master-servant covenant is hereby nullified.”