Break down before rising. If he doesn't' break down, how will he rise?
Thus, Ling Xian crushed his own Golden Dan and shredded his own body to pieces. Though this was merely a clone, his soul was in it and he, therefore, could clearly feel the agonizing pain.
His bones were crushed, his meridians were in pieces, this undoubtful pain was powerful. His face was now twisted, his body was not tremoring, and fresh blood continued to pour out of him.
However, he continued to clench his teeth and was unwilling to give up.
Because if he gives up now, not only would it mean he had failed, it would also cast a shadow in his heart, which will stop him from attempting this breakthrough again in this lifetime.
Thus, despite the indescribable amount of pain, his resolve remained sturdy and he vowed to never give up even in death!