Zhang Yuhe hadn't needed to look through the booklet when he came to exchange for the Tianhuang Feixian Technique last time.
He had already read and memorized all the descriptions of the magical powers listed.
Among all the magical powers in Jinglou, the one he valued most was the Great Wilderness Prisoner Heaven Finger, a finger-based magical power.
According to the brochure, the Great Wilderness Prisoner Heaven Finger contained a trace of the law of time. It was not only powerful but could also be used instantly—nearly as fast as the sword energy he usually released.
Of course, such a potent and convenient magical power inevitably came with many limitations in its practice.
The description stated that cultivating this finger-based magical power required not only immense talent but also an extraordinarily long time.
Throughout the history of the Daosheng Sect, countless ancestors had attempted to master it, but only a few had succeeded.
"Great Wilderness Prisoner Heaven Finger? Are you sure you want to exchange for this magical power?" Elder Fang asked with a very surprised expression upon hearing Zhang Yuhe's choice.
"Yes."
"Although the Great Wilderness Prisoner Heaven Finger is powerful, do you know how difficult it is to practice? According to Daosheng Sect's records, no more than three people have ever successfully cultivated it."
"As far as I know, even the Mahayana ancestors among the inner sect elders have yet to master this magical power," Elder Fang reminded him gravely.
"It's okay. I'll give it a try. If it doesn't work, I can always accumulate merits and exchange for another magical power later," Zhang Yuhe replied, unconcerned about the difficulty.
The so-called difficulty was only an obstacle for others.
For Zhang Yuhe, no matter how challenging a supernatural power was, it was never a problem. His extraordinary comprehension was no joke.
"Well, that's how young people are. They won't turn back until they hit a wall," Elder Fang muttered, giving up on further persuasion.
Setbacks were part of growth. Without another word, he waved his hand, and a golden jade slip flew out from the Sutra Tower into his palm.
Zhang Yuhe accepted the jade slip and began quietly studying it.
The skills and magical powers housed in the Sutra Tower were the true foundation of the Daosheng Sect's rule over Yufantian. According to regulations, no one was allowed to take the jade slips or scrolls out of the Sutra Tower.
After reading the contents of the jade slip several times, Zhang Yuhe silently reviewed it to ensure he hadn't missed anything, then respectfully handed it back.
"Elder, I've finished reading."
"Good. Then you may go," Elder Fang said, putting away the jade slip and returning the jade token to him.
Zhang Yuhe took the jade token, bowed deeply to Elder Fang, and then transformed into a stream of light, disappearing into the distance.
Deep within Yunmang Mountain, a gigantic Moon-Gazing Rhino lumbered slowly through the forest.
An adult Moon-Gazing Rhino was a sixth-rank demon beast, comparable to a Divine Transformation cultivator.
This monster wasn't just massive and covered in thick flesh; it also possessed a powerful petrification ability.
Even a Divine Transformation cultivator would usually choose to detour and avoid confrontation.
Ordinary Divine Transformation cultivators couldn't hope to injure it—sometimes, not even if the beast stood still.
Fortunately, the Moon-Gazing Rhino rarely left the depths of the mountains, and its movement speed was relatively slow. If discovered in time, it could usually be avoided safely.
Suddenly, the Moon-Gazing Rhino paused, sensing a powerful threat approaching.
A faint white light quickly rose over its enormous body, forming a massive suit of petrified armor that completely enveloped it.
This was the Moon-Gazing Rhino's innate petrification defense.
Whenever danger approached, it would instinctively shield itself with this formidable armor.
With its natural resilience enhanced by petrification, it could even rival the defenses of a Void-Refining cultivator.
However, just as the Moon-Gazing Rhino activated its petrification ability, a massive golden finger appeared in the sky above.
The shadow of the finger pointed at the Moon-Gazing Rhino and slowly pressed downward.
It seemed slow—but in reality, it was unimaginably fast.
The Moon-Gazing Rhino stood frozen, unable to move.
The golden finger's shadow enveloped the beast. Golden light wrapped around its body, and the petrification effect quickly unraveled.
The Moon-Gazing Rhino's massive form began to disintegrate rapidly, as if it had been subjected to countless years of erosion in an instant.
In moments, the once-mighty beast had been reduced to ashes, disappearing into the forest.
All that remained were a crystal-clear demon pill and two blue treasure chests.
A beam of light shot in from the distance.
"Not bad, not bad. The power of the Great Wilderness Prisoner Heaven Finger is indeed extraordinary," Zhang Yuhe said with satisfaction, hovering in the air.
He had arrived.
After returning from the Daosheng Sect, Zhang Yuhe had immediately set out for the Yunmang Mountains to test his newly acquired magical power.
Yes—after reading the jade slip once, Zhang Yuhe had already mastered the Great Wilderness Prisoner Heaven Finger.
While others might spend hundreds or even thousands of years trying to comprehend it without success, Zhang Yuhe had needed only a glance.
Effortless.
The Moon-Gazing Rhino had been the perfect test subject.
The results exceeded his expectations: even a beast with such formidable defense couldn't withstand a single strike.
The Great Wilderness Prisoner Heaven Finger wasn't just powerful in attack; its control effects were equally terrifying.
The Moon-Gazing Rhino hadn't simply chosen not to flee. It had been rendered immobile, trapped by the law of time embedded within the technique.
Once targeted, unless someone possessed overwhelming strength or a special magic weapon, escape was nearly impossible.
Caught by the Great Wilderness Prisoner Heaven Finger, one could only watch helplessly as they were slowly eroded into nothingness.
"What a terrifying magical power," Zhang Yuhe murmured, still marveling at the scene.
Even he suspected that if he were struck by it without preparation, he might not survive.
Even the Nine Heavens Hunyuan Sword Formation, set up in advance, would likely struggle to withstand it.
He waved his right hand, putting away the demon pill.
The demon pill of a sixth-level Moon-Gazing Rhino was valuable, useful for pill refinement or crafting spiritual treasures.
After collecting the demon pill, Zhang Yuhe turned his attention to the two treasure chests lying nearby.
It had been a long time since he had fought monsters; he had almost forgotten his identity as a player.
In Yufantian, killing monsters often caused treasure chests to drop.
"Let's see if there are any surprises," Zhang Yuhe said casually.
He waved his hand again, and the two blue treasure chests opened.
He reached inside and retrieved two items—a spirit stone and a piece of Qingyun steel.
Examining the items in his hand, Zhang Yuhe couldn't help but shake his head.
A spirit stone? Utterly useless to him at this stage.
The Qingyun steel was slightly better—a sixth-level material—but it wasn't rare or valuable. Yufantian was rich in Qingyun steel veins, and the material could be mass-produced.
"Forget it. Let's go back."
Zhang Yuhe activated the Tianhuang Flying Immortal Technique and soared toward Yunzhong City.
As for the monsters deeper within the Yunmang Mountains, he wasn't interested at all.
The so-called treasures dropped by monsters were just garbage in his eyes.
His goal had never been to hunt monsters—it was merely to test the Great Wilderness Prisoner Heaven Finger.
Now that the experiment was complete, he would naturally return to seclusion and continue his cultivation.
Cultivation was Zhang Yuhe's sole focus.
Without diligent practice, how could one ever hope to achieve immortality?