System: Replicating The Heavens-Chapter 519: Ch : Successively Advancement (2)

As thick and violent lightning gathered in the sky, twisting like furious dragons and preparing to strike, something completely unexpected occurred. The space around Alex suddenly shuddered. An invisible power surged outward from his body, rippling through the air like silent waves. Without any command from him, his Domains awakened one after another, responding as though they possessed their own will.

First, a blinding radiance erupted as the Solar Flame Domain (Big Achievement) descended. Golden flames spread outward in a vast circle, burning with terrifying intensity. They did not merely give off heat; they carried absolute dominance. The air warped under their presence, shimmering and trembling, as though it were on the verge of melting into nothingness.

Almost immediately after, a bone-chilling cold followed.

The Frozen Heaven Burial Domain (Small Achievement) unfolded like an eternal winter descending upon the world. Endless frost and snow surged forth, the temperature plummeting in an instant. Ice crystallized in the air and crawled across the ground, clashing directly with the golden flames. Yet instead of destroying one another, fire and ice coexisted in a terrifying balance, standing side by side in defiance of all natural laws. It was a sight that overturned common sense, beautiful and horrifying at the same time.

However, this was not the end. Roars of thunder followed immediately after.

The Celestial Thunder Domain (Introductory) manifested as arcs of blue lightning that danced around Alex’s body like living serpents of light. Along with the manifestation of the Celestial Thunder Domain, the red lightning gathering in the sky formed a strange resonance between earth and sky. It was as if his thunder was answering the call of the tribulation.

Immediately after that, the Fire Domain (Introductory) rose as well, like a wild beast that was completely unrestrained. Its flames surged outward, merging with and reinforcing the Solar Flame Domain, deepening its power and adding a layer of raw destruction. Though simpler in nature, its presence was profound, like the foundation upon which greater flames were built.

Surprisingly, these domains did not remain separate. Instead, they began to stack, overlap, and intertwine, weaving together in a mysterious harmony.

Fire, ice, and thunder merged into an unknown domain. Space distorted under its pressure as laws bent around its edges. Within this domain, fire burned without consuming, ice froze without halting motion, and thunder roared in absolute silence.

The forest shook violently, ancient trees groaning as though they were about to collapse.

The sky also trembled, and clouds churned in chaos.

It was also at this moment that the red lightning that had gathered so fiercely in the sky suddenly slowed. The clouds stopped moving forward and instead began to swirl in place, as if they had lost their target. The thunder that had shaken the sky earlier now sounded uncertain, no longer carrying the absolute authority it once had. It was as though the Saint Tribulation itself had fallen into confusion.

The Saint Tribulation actually hesitated.

The red lightning flickered again and again, striking the clouds but never descending. The pressure that had locked onto Alex began to weaken. Even the sky seemed to be questioning itself.

"Is this truly my target?"

If the tribulation possessed consciousness, then this was the exact thought it was having. The Saint Tribulation existed to test those who tried to step into the realm of Sainthood.

But how can a person who is not even a Saint possess so many domains?

The Domains’ presence clearly indicated that they belonged to Alex. It indirectly also proved that Alex is already a Saint. After all, only Saints can comprehend Domains.

If Alex is already a Saint, there is no need for him to go through the Three Stages of Saint Tribulations.

Rumble~

The clouds trembled violently one last time. The red lightning flashed wildly, spreading across the sky like cracks in broken glass. A deafening rumble echoed in the sky, and then, slowly, the clouds started thinning, and lightning began to fade. Simultaneously, the pressure descending from the sky vanished like smoke.

The Saint Tribulation dispersed just like that.

Alex’s mind was in complete chaos. From the beginning to the end, he had not understood what had just happened. He had only circulated his Primordial Chaos Nine Transformation, preparing himself to face the Three Stages of Saint Tribulation, but instead of the tribulation descending, his domains had taken the initiative to manifest on their own. This was something he had never heard of before, even in his past life.

Alex knew that Domains were supposed to be comprehended and materialized only after stepping into the Saint Manifestation Stage. Yet, due to the Replication System, he was able to comprehend them even before advancing to Sainthood.

However, he didn’t act when the tribulation was about to descend. His domains took the initiative to appear before the tribulation even touched him.

Why?

Alex frowned slightly, and a rare sign of confusion appeared on his face. No matter how much he thought about it, he could not find a logical explanation.

In his past life, he had read countless records and cultivation manuals, but none of them mentioned domains acting on their own, especially not during a Saint Tribulation. It was as if the rules he had known his entire life had suddenly been overturned. He could not even tell whether what had just happened was a blessing or a hidden danger.

Even after a long time, when Alex was unable to think of an answer, he had no choice but to take the help of the Universe Bracelet.

A faint light shimmered as his consciousness connected to the universal network. His eyes turned focused as streams of information flowed before him. He searched for records related to early domain manifestation, Saint Tribulation abnormalities, and cultivators who had bypassed tribulations. Most of the results were what he already knew. Some were vague or incomplete, offering no real explanation. Some even claimed such things were impossible.

Alex continued searching patiently.

After some time, an article caught his attention. It was about the Celestial Race.

According to the article, the Celestial Race was a race extremely close to the Universe itself and deeply favored by it. Because of this connection, their comprehension of the Source Laws of the Universe was far more natural and profound than that of ordinary cultivators. What shocked Alex the most was the next part. The article stated that some monstrous geniuses of the Celestial Race could comprehend Domains before stepping into the realm of Sainthood. Such individuals were exceedingly rare, but once they appeared, they were destined to become supreme existences.

Alex’s gaze sharpened as he read further.

It was written that these geniuses did not need to undergo the Three Stages of Saint Tribulation.

The reason was simple.

Being able to comprehend and manifest a domain was already the ultimate proof of one’s Dao, heart, and soul. It meant that their understanding of the laws had already reached the standard of a Saint. The tribulation existed to test whether a cultivator could reach this level, but these individuals had already surpassed the test before it even began.

Alex slowly lowered his hand in understanding. Everything suddenly made sense.

His domains had not appeared randomly. They had appeared because, in the eyes of the Universe, he had already reached the level that the Saint Tribulation was meant to judge. The tribulation had hesitated not because it was weak, but because its purpose had already been fulfilled.

"I was able to become a Saint Foundation Realm warrior without needing to go through the Three Stages of Saint Tribulations. If someone were to learn of this, they would go crazy due to jealousy. After all, as far as I can think of, no one in the human race has ever been able to achieve such a feat."

Alex muttered inwardly and let out a deep breath.

He was now already a warrior at the First Layer of the Saint Foundation Stage. However, this was not enough. He must become a Saint Manifestation Stage warrior. Only then can he successfully take over the mission and complete it.

Only by doing so could he enter the Sanctuary.

Alex was not worried, though. He had too many treasures in his hand right now. One of these treasures was Dragon Marrow Crystal.

Alex had many Dragon Marrow Crystals in hand, and all of them were replicated from the members of the Mistveil Family.

He took out a Dragon Marrow Crystal and looked at its information.

[Name: Dragon Marrow Crystal.

Grade: Tier-3 Astral Rank

Details: The Dragon Marrow Crystal is a rare treasure formed from the condensed marrow essence of an Astral Dragon. It contains pure, refined energy that is rich in life force, astral power, and traces of Dragon’s Essence. This crystal is considered a supreme cultivation resource for Saints.

When a Saint refines a Dragon Marrow Crystal, the energy directly strengthens their cultivation.

The lower the Saint’s stage, the greater the effect of Dragon Marrow Crystal.]

Without holding back, Alex closed his eyes and started circulating the Primordial Chaos Nine Transformation cultivation method while holding the Dragon Marrow Crystal in his hand.