The gap is too big.
...
In the Crimson Moon Immortal Realm, a mysterious place, with continuous mountain peaks and islands, is the residence of the Moonlight Realm within the Crimson Moon Immortal Realm.
Inside one of the super-large palaces.
Seven super-existent beings sat separately, and in the common projection in front of them appeared the scene of Wu Yuan and Xing Luo's battle.
"Lixia's progress is too incredible, shockingly fast."
"Except for Haiyue, in my Moonlight Realm, in terms of talent, probably no one can firmly suppress Lixia."
"His talent is indeed high, and he is qualified to go to the Divine Court headquarters." These super-existent beings discussed with each other.
"But now, let's discuss Xing Luo." Master Xu sat in a seat, "I recommend giving him special admission. I won't go into details about his information, let's vote directly. I agree."
"I object."
"I agree."
"I object."
"I object."
"I agree."
"Four votes against, three votes in favor, the proposal does not pass," the white-robed elder sitting in the main seat said calmly, "Master Xu, thank you for your suggestion."
"No problem." Master Xu didn't mind.
He had a high opinion of Xing Luo, but in the Moonlight Realm, there were only ten special admission spots every ten thousand years, so it had to be taken seriously.
Xing Luo's performance had reached the standard of the Moonlight Realm.
But it wasn't special admission standard yet!
...
Throughout the Dragon Star Immortal Sect, over ten million spectators (including a large number of followers) were excited about the battle between Wu Yuan and Xing Luo.
And Wu Yuan had already returned to his quiet room.
"I never expected to force out my Nine Life-bound Flying Swords."
Wu Yuan shook his head slightly, "I thought that at most, by displaying six Life-bound Flying Swords and forming two large formations of a thousand swords, one offensive and one defensive, I could solve all opponents."
But Xing Luo's strength was too strong.
In a head-on collision, Wu Yuan found it difficult to hold his ground.
He couldn't underestimate any opponent.
"Still, the comprehension of the Dao is not high enough. If I can extend the Stellar Domain to the seventh level, even if the sword formation is not good at defense, even if there are only three Life-bound Flying Swords, I can still hold my ground." Wu Yuan thought to himself.
Unfortunately, this was challenging.
The Stellar Dao, as a middle-level law, was much more difficult to comprehend than the simple Earth Dao.
Now, Wu Yuan was still a bit short of the fifth level of the Stellar Domain.
"Rest." Wu Yuan silently began his meditation.
...
As time passed, one match after another concluded. After the "Peak Duel" between Xing Luo and Wu Yuan, the subsequent battles seemed a bit dull.
Not long after.
The third round of battles arrived, and Wu Yuan, once again in the first match, faced his third opponent since the Dragon Star Duel began.
This opponent was also the weakest, having not even passed the 40th floor of the Two-Star Tower.
Moreover, this opponent was someone familiar to Wu Yuan—Bei Hua.
"Lixia, I'm not your match, but I will never surrender willingly. Use your strongest strength to defeat me," the white-clad woman said.
Wu Yuan fulfilled her request.
He formed a Thousand Swords Formation and defeated her in one move!
...
In the third round of four battles, all were uneventful. Wu Yuan, Chen Jing, and Haoshan Jing, three geniuses whose strength was widely recognized, all won easily.
This set the stage for the top four in the Dragon Star Duel.
In the fourth round, the first match was between Wu Yuan and Chen Jing, a battle that was also highly anticipated.
After all, Chen Jing, with her reputation, had been the third in the previous round.
After thirty years of hard cultivation?
"Senior Sister Chen Jing is extremely powerful, and after thirty years, she might be even stronger than Xing Luo."
"For Lixia to win, he probably has to go through a tough battle." This was the thought of many outer and inner disciples.
However, the result of the battle was surprising.
When Wu Yuan erupted with his full strength, forming a Thousand Swords Formation with nine Life-bound Flying Swords and only attacking three times, he defeated Chen Jing.
"How is this possible?"
"Senior Sister Chen Jing lost like this?" There was an uproar, and many disciples looked at the scene in disbelief, unable to comprehend.
It wasn't that they thought Chen Jing could win.
It's just that Chen Jing, who could be compared to Xing Luo before the Dragon Star Duel, had easily won in the first three rounds.
Facing Wu Yuan, why did she collapse so easily?
...
"Not surprising."
"Lixia's attacks are too fierce, and Xing Luo's defense is strong. The Three Realms Cauldron Array stabilizes the sword formation, allowing him to withstand Wu Yuan's dozens of attacks."
"Real formations, array cultivators often set up formations and ambushes in advance, observing geographical and spatial trajectories in advance."
"Chen Jing? Her formations are clever, but in the Dragon Star Duel, there are many restrictions on the materials she carries for her formations. Therefore, she cannot fully unleash her strength."
"Losing to Lixia? It's quite normal." The group of immortals watching the battle didn't feel surprised at all.
Array cultivators, pill cultivators, talisman cultivators, artifact cultivators, and other factions were generally at a disadvantage in direct confrontations like the Dragon Star Duel because they couldn't prepare in advance.
For example, array cultivators usually set up formations in advance, and bumping into a sword cultivator head-on without preparation?
How foolish.
Like talisman cultivators, they would also usually refine powerful talismans in advance, and when it came to actual combat, they would throw them out in a hurry.
...
In the second battle of the fourth round, the burly figure of Haoshan Jing effortlessly defeated his opponent with just one source technique.
"The final battle."
"Whoever wins will be the new Senior Brother of Gold Core."
"Haoshan Jing is really relaxed. Lixia has successively engaged in major battles with Dongshan, Xing Luo, and Chen Jing, sweeping away strong opponents, only entering the decisive battle now."
"Haoshan Jing? Easily winning all the way."
"The final battle should be between Xing Luo and Lixia." Countless spectators discussed, feeling that Haoshan Jing's victory was too easy.
Compared to Haoshan Jing's performance, Xing Luo was obviously stronger.
...
In the viewing space where the immortals were located.
"Wuzhang Dao, your arrangement for the duel order seems a bit unreasonable," Master Xu smiled and said, "Xing Luo and Lixia should have faced each other."
"Let them have the final showdown; that would be exciting and inspire countless disciples to strive forward!" Master Xu sighed.
"Master Xu, just wait and see," Martial Master said calmly.
"Oh? Does this Haoshan Jing have some special skills?" Master Xu showed a curious expression.
...
Amidst countless spectators discussing, three hours passed in the blink of an eye.
The Dragon Star Duel, the fifth round of the Gold Core Transmission Ranking Battle, the final battle.
The battle between Lixia and Haoshan Jing had finally arrived.
Countless eyes focused on the spherical martial arena.
Swoosh! Swoosh!
Two figures appeared on either side of the martial arena. One in a black robe, standing in the void like a sword with billowing sword energy.
The other, over three meters tall, clad in bronze armor, appeared incredibly robust.
The two faced each other from a distance.
"Haoshan Jing," Wu Yuan stared at the figure hundreds of miles away. His whole person was shrouded in armor, and even his eyes were extremely restrained.
Giving people a sense of boundless grandeur.
"Hmm? Haoshan Jing, not easy to deal with," Wu Yuan squinted his eyes. From the opponent, he felt an invisible coercion.
This was an unprecedented feeling.
Even with the previous Xing Luo, although powerful, the sense of threat brought by him was not as strong as the one from Haoshan Jing.
"Is Haoshan Jing's strength stronger than Xing Luo?" Wu Yuan muttered to himself.
In the Gold Core Realm, being stronger than Xing Luo?
One in a million!
"Lixia Junior Brother."
Haoshan Jing, covered in battle armor, with only a pair of eyes exposed, stared at Wu Yuan, his voice thundering, "I thought I could easily take the first place in this Dragon Star Duel, regardless of whether it was Xing Luo or Chen Jing, I didn't care about them."
He didn't use divine consciousness to transmit his voice.
Instead, he echoed his voice within the martial arena using mana.
Suddenly, there was an uproar, and everyone looked at Haoshan Jing with incredible shock.
Is he really so arrogant?
Even Xing Luo and Chen Jing, who were watching from the side, had their expressions changed. He didn't even put them in his eyes?
"But you are very strong! Really powerful!"
Haoshan Jing stared at Wu Yuan, "To be honest, Lixia Junior Brother, I don't have an absolute certainty to defeat you. But no matter what, facing you, I can't hide my strength."
"Haoshan Senior Brother, show all your strength." Wu Yuan said indifferently, "I won't have many opportunities for you to call me Junior Brother."
Wu Yuan's words were equally arrogant.
At this moment, both Haoshan Jing and Wu Yuan felt the unshakable confidence in their victory, something words couldn't sway.
No more words.
"Boom!" Haoshan Jing moved first. His body instantly began to expand rapidly, and his life force skyrocketed.
Stronger than any previous battle, much stronger!
Following that, countless vines grew out of his body, and a vast flow of green and red interwoven aura flooded an area of hundreds of miles.
A terrifying sense of oppression covered the spherical martial arena with a diameter of eight hundred miles.
"This?" Wu Yuan's pupils contracted slightly.
Too strong!
Relying solely on life aura, Haoshan Jing is, to date, the strongest Golden Core realm encountered by Wu Yuan, without exception.
"This?"
"Haoshan Jing?"
"Heavens! This feeling, the aura of a Purple Mansion cultivator, is probably not much different." Countless spectators were shocked, especially those watching in person.
That oppressive feeling originating from the instinct of life cannot be faked.
In that special viewing space, many immortals who were initially calm revealed expressions of shock on their faces.
"The Dao of Eternal Life!"
"It's actually the Dao of Eternal Life. He's just in the Ling Body Realm, and the degree of comprehension is probably just a beginner." Master Xu looked at it in shock, his eyes burning.
As if he had discovered a precious piece of jade.
"The Dao of Eternal Life." Martial Master in the red robe remained calm. As the head of the sect, he was well-informed about the affairs of the sect, and he had known about this.
The arrangement of the duel had its reasons.
In the eyes of the senior members of the sect, although Xing Luo was a genius, he couldn't compare to Haoshan Jing, let alone Wu Yuan.
At this moment.
On the spherical martial arena, two extraordinary geniuses had already begun an intense battle.
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Chapter 269: Senior Brother in the Golden Core Realm
External observers were shocked and engaged in intense discussions, but these had no impact on the internal martial arena.
"This? This aura?" Wu Yuan sensed Haoshan Jing's instant eruption, although he didn't understand why at the moment.
But this threatening feeling couldn't be faked.
Without a doubt, the strength that Haoshan Jing could unleash was much more powerful than Xing Luo's before.
Countless vines surrounded Haoshan Jing's body, making him unbelievably huge, towering over a thousand meters.
And Wu Yuan?
Not even two meters tall, like a giant facing a tiny figure.
"According to the intelligence, during the last Dragon Star Duel, Haoshan Jing only comprehended the 'Wood Source Dao.'" Wu Yuan quickly judged.
"But now? It's probably not that simple."
The Wood Dao, as an upper-level law, was as powerful and extensive as the Earth Dao, containing many lower-level and middle-level laws.
The Haoshan Jing in front of him and the Haoshan Jing seen in the recorded battle images were like heaven and earth.
It could only mean that the previous Haoshan Jing had hidden a large part of his strength.
However, while Wu Yuan had a broad perspective, his experience in life-and-death battles with higher-level cultivators was limited. Therefore, he couldn't directly recognize it.
"These vines, Haoshan Jing's aura... why do I feel a sense of familiarity?" A thought flashed through Wu Yuan's mind.
But Wu Yuan didn't have time to think further.
The moment Haoshan Jing erupted, signaling the beginning of the final battle, Wu Yuan's thoughts surged. Instantly, he unleashed his power. Nine formidable core flying swords with sharp auras appeared, and countless flying swords densely filled the sky, shooting out.
With the nine core flying swords as the core.
Seven hundred and twenty-nine fourth-grade spiritual weapons flying swords erupted simultaneously, numerous 'Starry Secret Patterns' highlighted. Suddenly, the colors of the heavens and earth changed, covering an area of hundreds of miles.
Sword energy crisscrossed, and a vast yellowish-brown aura filled the air. Wu Yuan's aura also soared to the peak.
Fifth layer of the Mysterious Yellow Sword Formation — Sword Intent Proliferation.
"A peerless sword cultivator with nine core flying swords? Too bad, Wu Yuan, you're not a first-grade Immortal Foundation, otherwise, you could try the legendary strongest sword cultivator." Haoshan Jing's voice echoed, and massive vines came whistling.
Each vine was dozens of miles long, surrounded by a domain of interwoven green and red flows.
Extraordinary.
At this moment, Haoshan Jing seemed like an immensely large plant creature, yet with the flexibility of a flesh and blood being.
"Boom, boom, boom~" The two domains collided.
"In terms of domains, am I just slightly ahead?" Wu Yuan's eyes slightly narrowed.
He understood; he had really run into big trouble.
You see, due to the influence of true essence and magic treasures.
So, when two cultivators of similar strength faced each other, Foundation Establishment cultivators often had an absolute advantage in the domain.
"To encounter a Golden Core realm with such strength? Not easy. Defeating you will be something to be proud of." Battle intent surged in Wu Yuan's heart.
No hesitation.
"Swoosh!" "Swoosh!" The vast Mysterious Yellow Sword Formation operated as Wu Yuan directed it, pressing towards Haoshan Jing, and the collision of domains became even more intense.
At the same time, three yellowish-brown divine swords interwove and streaked across the sky.
"Good, come." Haoshan Jing laughed heartily, and his colossal body, towering over a kilometer, also moved like a real giant.
Simultaneously, the countless vines growing from him, like long dragons, whipped toward the approaching three yellowish-brown divine swords.
The overwhelming vines, combined with the domain, tried to intercept the divine swords, but it was impossible to avoid.
"Can't avoid it? Then cut off the hindrance." Wu Yuan's eyes condensed, manipulating the divine swords to charge forward recklessly.
"Pu chi!" "Pu chi!"
"Pu chi."
The divine sword swept through the vast sky, cutting through the space. The vines that crisscrossed the void were instantly severed by the sword's edge.
Giant vine branches fell continuously.
However, due to the overwhelming vines obstructing them, the speed of the three yellowish-brown divine swords began to sharply decrease. By the time they reached Haoshan Jing, their momentum had diminished significantly, perhaps leaving less than twenty percent.
"Get lost!"
In Haoshan Jing's enormous palm, a broad war knife had already materialized. The blade emitted an endless sinister aura as it ruthlessly cleaved through the empty space.
"Clang~"
The clash of sword and blade sent the three yellowish-brown divine swords flying backward. One of the divine swords even displayed numerous cracks on its surface, seemingly on the verge of collapse.
"This?" Wu Yuan's mind shook involuntarily, his gaze intense. He gritted his teeth, "You can block me once, but how many grass and wood vines can you let me cut? How long can your Beast Fusion state last?"
Both being body-refining cultivators, Wu Yuan was well aware that, just like the physical fusion of the "Soaring Serpent" for his own body, if the Serpent's feathers were damaged, it wouldn't recover immediately.
The same principle applied to Haoshan Jing. His lifebound entity was a plant-based life, and these vines were auxiliary attack means in his Beast Fusion state.
"Swoosh!" "Swoosh!" Three yellowish-brown divine swords spun around.
Within the sword formation, three divine swords howled, following the same path as before, once again striking towards Haoshan Jing.
In theory, the hindrance in their second attack would be minimal.
"Swoosh, swoosh~" Unexpectedly, as Wu Yuan anticipated, those previously severed giant vines, in the process of falling to the ground, seemed to possess a life of their own. At an astonishing speed, they merged into the undamaged vines.
Following that, the broken vines, at an unbelievable speed, rapidly swelled, restoring to their original state. Immediately, they surged towards the three yellowish-brown divine swords, greatly diminishing their power.
Naturally, Haoshan Jing easily blocked them again.
"Flesh and Blood Transcendence? Immortality?" Wu Yuan's face changed slightly. "This Haoshan Jing is only at the ninth level of Spiritual Body, how can he reach such a level? Is he practicing some special source technique?"
Wu Yuan knew that if some common source techniques could be combined with one's own characteristics, they could exhibit tremendous power, comparable to high-level or even celestial-grade source techniques.
Like the "Starry True Body" cultivated by the physical refining main body, when combined with the comprehension of the Stellar Dao, the power would be astonishing.
"What kind of technique is this?"
"How did Haoshan Jing do it? He's just a plant-based creature; his recovery ability shouldn't be so exaggerated." Countless spectators discussed, "He's only at the Spiritual Body stage, but the severed vines can autonomously integrate back into his body?"
Even many Purple Palace True Immortals couldn't figure it out.
Only in that special space.
"The Way of Ten Thousand Longevity, one of the three middle-grade laws of the Wood Dao, excels in recovery. Even among the numerous middle-grade laws of heaven and earth, it is exceptionally adept at restoration," said Lord Xu Shan with emotion. "Moreover, judging from Haoshan Jing's cultivation of the Wood Spirit, it's probably not simple, likely with a very strong foundation."
"Haoshan is quite impressive," said the red-robed Martial Palm Teaching in a calm tone.
"First, Wu Yuan comprehended the Stellar Dao; now, Haoshan Jing has grasped the Way of Ten Thousand Longevity." Lord Xu Shan smiled, "Teaching Martial, your Dragon Star Immortal Sect is truly full of talents, making others envy."
"Hehe, Lord Xu Shan is too kind," Martial Palm Teaching chuckled casually, seemingly indifferent to victory or defeat.
"Teaching Martial, who do you think will win?" Lord Xu Shan asked casually, but his gaze remained on Haoshan Jing in the martial arena.
"What do you think?" Martial Palm Teaching sat leisurely, seemingly unconcerned about the outcome.
"Not easy to say."
"The Stellar Dao, known as the strongest in defense," Lord Xu Shan smiled, "It's a pity that Li Xia is a sword cultivator, lacking stability. If he had the Nine Spirit Cauldrons, he might truly achieve invincibility. Among peers, he would stand in an undefeated position."
Martial Palm Teaching nodded lightly.
The lifebound treasure most compatible with the Earth Dao was the "Spirit Cauldron," which emphasized defense.
The Dao most compatible with flying swords was the Metal Dao, emphasizing killing intent and possessing formidable penetrating power.
"Of course, even though Li Xia is a sword cultivator, he can still wield the power of the Stellar Dao, and his defense won't be much weaker. His attacks are equally formidable," Lord Xu Shan chuckled, "Let's wait and see."
...As countless spectators discussed the potential winner and loser.
Inside the spherical martial arena.
"Li Xia, surrender, you can't withstand me." Haoshan Jing's voice thundered, his massive body moved with incredible speed, wielding a war knife and advancing towards Wu Yuan.
It was as if a mountain was moving, causing the entire void to tremble.
With each step, Haoshan Jing covered hundreds of miles, displaying terrifying speed.
The entire spherical martial arena was only eight hundred miles in diameter.
The distance between the two sides was merely five to six hundred miles.
"Boom!" "Boom!" "Boom!" With a thought, Wu Yuan decisively unleashed several yellowish-brown divine swords, piercing through the vast space, striking towards Haoshan Jing.
As for Haoshan Jing...
"Clang~" "Clang~" "Clang~" Every time the blades clashed, he first used overwhelming vines to block, followed by a sweeping slash with his war knife, scattering the yellowish-brown divine swords.
The imposing manner was overwhelming!
After numerous lightning-fast collisions, Haoshan Jing, like lightning, traversed hundreds of miles of empty space, closing in on Wu Yuan.
The sword energy formed by the Stellar Realm couldn't stop him.
"Kill!" Haoshan Jing shouted between his teeth.
Boom!
His figure moved, and countless vines lashed out in all directions, clearing away all obstacles. The war knife slashed out, directly attacking Wu Yuan.
If this slash landed!
It would undoubtedly kill Wu Yuan.
"Boom, boom, boom~" Almost simultaneously, Wu Yuan's sword formation transformed. The nine yellowish-brown divine swords that composed the hundred-sword formation scattered.
Numerous yellowish-brown streams of energy surged.
Stellar runes emerged, interconnecting and evolving.
In the blink of an eye, the original thousand-sword formation around Wu Yuan gathered, forming a miniature star composed of yellowish-brown energy flows.
This miniature star was compressed to the extreme, with a diameter of only one mile.
It was formed by the seven hundred and twenty-nine flying swords, including the nine lifebound divine swords, showcasing formidable defensive capabilities.
Star Nucleus Sword Formation - Unyielding Rock.
"Pong~"
The war knife, as if capable of splitting the world, struck where the miniature star was. Upon impact, the surrounding space seemed to stagnate, and eventually, a fierce shockwave spread in all directions.
"Ka-cha~" "Ka-cha~" The surface layer formed by numerous flying swords showed countless cracks, as if they were inwardly collapsing. The terrifying shockwaves surged in all directions.
And transmitted into the interior of the miniature star.
Boom~ The miniature star violently retreated, attempting to escape. However, the overwhelming vines enveloped it, causing its speed to greatly decrease.
"Kill!" Haoshan Jing roared in anger, his fighting spirit soaring. His massive body moved, holding a war knife, ready to strike again.
With just one slash, the Star Nucleus Sword Formation showed signs of collapsing.
Haoshan Jing believed that with a few more slashes, the Star Nucleus Sword Formation would undoubtedly crumble.
By then, Wu Yuan, hiding inside, would be doomed.
This was the essence of a Body Refiner—invincible and powerful, breaking through myriad laws.
Suddenly.
"Hum~" Above the fleeing miniature star, a hazy glow appeared. Following the dispersion of the glow, it covered a vast area.
"Boom!"
As if an invisible force suddenly acted on Haoshan Jing's massive body, he felt a terrifying force pressing down on him, pulling him in the completely opposite direction of Wu Yuan's escape.
His speed immediately sharply declined.
Everything seemed extremely bizarre.
"Whoosh~" This slash barely missed its target. Only a few residual ripples impacted the surface of the miniature star, but it couldn't shake it at all.
Even the vines were significantly affected.
"Gravity? The Stellar Dao!" Haoshan Jing's battle intent surged. He had long known Wu Yuan's details and understood the profoundness of the Stellar Dao, a broad and vast path comparable to his own Dao of Longevity.
The Stellar Dao contained three major sub-laws, among which was the law of gravity—extremely mysterious and formidable if used proficiently.
Everything in the world intertwined and coexisted, connected by gravitational forces.
Legend had it that mastering the law of gravity could instantly tear apart and annihilate a towering celestial body.
The Stellar Dao excelled in defense.
And defense wasn't just about withstanding attacks.
By utilizing the law of gravity, one could restrict the enemy's speed and redirect various attack techniques to other areas—a defensive method nonetheless.
"Kill!"
However, Haoshan Jing, without hesitation, once again charged towards Wu Yuan. Yet, he was met with an invisible force pulling him, causing his speed to sharply decrease.
Although Haoshan Jing had the advantage in mana, bursting forth with several Source Arts, and despite being physically restricted due to his massive size, in terms of speed, he was still terrifying.
Faster than Wu Yuan.
However, due to repeated gravitational constraints, he couldn't catch up with Wu Yuan.
Despite his roars and rages, he couldn't do anything to Wu Yuan.
Even if he occasionally caught up, the lengthy delay allowed the recovered miniature star to endure one or two more attacks.
"Li Xia, if you have the ability, don't run. Face me head-on!" Haoshan Jing roared.
"Running is also a skill," Wu Yuan's mocking laughter responded. "If you have the ability, catch up to me first."
...
"Can't catch up."
"Haoshan Jing's attacks are more ferocious, and his defense is incredibly formidable. Still, Li Xia's methods are more bizarre, and neither side can deal with the other." Numerous spectators realized this.
If this were happening outside,
this kind of battle would often end with one side fleeing, and the other unable to pursue, resulting in a draw.
But this was the Dragon Star Duel, and a clear winner had to be determined.
"We can only drag it out and see which side's mana is depleted first." Many experienced cultivators made this judgment.
A consumption battle in the Dragon Star Duel?
This is very rare, indicating that the strength of both sides is extremely close.
"Haha, it's truly splendid."
"Haoshan Jing is formidable enough. As a Body Refiner, he truly deserves the title of War God. His attack power can even surpass that of a Sword Cultivator! Impressive."
"In terms of comprehension of the Dao, Haoshan Jing is probably slightly stronger."
"However, the Stellar Dao excels in defense, with more mysterious methods."
"The Dao of Longevity against the Stellar Dao, a clash between two mid-tier laws, and it's just a duel between two Nascent Soul stage youngsters? In our Dragonstar Immortal Sect, which has existed for millions of years, such a scene has never occurred before," sighed many observing immortal sect cultivators.
In the Nascent Soul stage, for the majority, reaching the seventh or eighth level of a sub-law is considered excellent.
To comprehend the true meaning? That's a top-tier talent among the tens of thousands.
And for someone like Xing Luo, who achieved the fourth or fifth level at less than a hundred years old, even within the entire Immortal Continent, he was considered one of the most outstanding talents, qualified to enter the Moonlight Realm.
As for stepping into the gateway of mid-tier laws?
This couldn't be judged solely based on the speed of Dao comprehension. It required talent, opportunity, and luck. To comprehend mid-tier laws at such a young age meant limitless potential in the future.
Such individuals, on average in the Red Moon Immortal Continent, took hundreds or thousands of years to produce one top-tier genius.
"Most likely, Li Xia will win this battle," judged Master Xu. "Although he uses many treasures, his Spiritual Sense is strong, and with his Core Sword as the core, his mana consumption isn't too high."
"Haoshan Jing is formidable due to Source Arts."
"Once the source life force is nearly depleted."
"He won't be able to withstand Li Xia's counterattack." Master Xu shook his head, and the immortal cultivators watching collectively nodded.
Their perspectives were high, and they could see the situation clearly.
In terms of explosive power, Sword Cultivators were inferior to Body Refiners. However, once the source force was depleted, the strength of Body Refiners would greatly decline, and they would be inferior to Sword Cultivators.
One was stronger in bursts, the other more enduring.
...
Inside the spherical arena.
Boom! Haoshan Jing charged towards Wu Yuan time and time again, but under the invisible gravitational constraint, his efforts were in vain.
It was difficult to catch up with Wu Yuan.
Of course, pressured by Haoshan Jing's terrifying strength, Wu Yuan didn't dare to change the sword formation.
Once the "Star Nucleus Sword Formation" was withdrawn, without the miniature star as a foundation, the gravitational power wouldn't be as terrifying.
Suddenly.
Haoshan Jing stopped.
"Haha, Li Xia, you are indeed formidable. I never thought you would push me to such an extent." Haoshan Jing held a heavy war knife.
His figure was majestic, and his eyes were filled with overwhelming battle intent. Giant vines roamed around him like tentacles, spanning dozens of miles.
"You, try my final move!" Haoshan Jing's eyes brightened, staring at Wu Yuan. "If you can withstand it, I'll admit defeat."
His battle intent grew stronger.
"If you have the ability, go ahead and display it." Wu Yuan responded coldly. "If you don't show it soon, in a while, you can call me Senior Brother."
The winner would be the Senior Brother in the Nascent Soul stage.
"Haha!"
Haoshan Jing laughed loudly. However, his massive body suddenly began to shrink, followed by the rapid contraction of the vines.
But his life force was rapidly increasing.
In the blink of an eye, Haoshan Jing's towering figure returned to normal, only three meters tall, and the previously overwhelming vines disappeared almost completely.
His life force reached an unprecedented level.
Boom!
Haoshan Jing moved in an instant.
Like a meteor breaking through the sky, with astonishing speed, he rushed towards Wu Yuan.
"Hum~" With the added gravitational force pulling him to the side, it could only slightly weaken his speed.
"What? Over five hundred li in one second?" Wu Yuan widened his eyes, his heart almost jumping out.
What kind of speed was this?
Before, Haoshan Jing's foundation was comparable to the weakest Purple Mansion first layer, and his burst speed could barely reach around three hundred li in one second.
Under the gravitational constraint, it was just over two hundred li in one second.
Now? It had doubled at least.
At such a terrifying speed, trying to use gravity to restrict Haoshan Jing seemed somewhat laughable.
Moreover, with such a frightening speed, his strength probably skyrocketed. It was very likely that he could shatter the miniature star with a single strike.
"High-level Source Art 'Life Ignition,' it's Life Ignition! Haoshan Jing comprehended the Dao of Longevity." In the blink of an eye, Wu Yuan, combining this move with Haoshan Jing's previous bursts, finally understood the opponent's details.
Life Ignition, as the name suggested, burned life! This Source Art put a tremendous burden on the Divine Palace and was rarely cultivated because every usage affected the origin of life.
Only those who practiced the Dao of Longevity were not afraid, as their life origins were strong, and their recovery was powerful enough to endure such consumption.
However, once this move erupted, it meant a desperate measure.
"Third-grade Immortal Foundation, reaching the Spirit Body realm, can cultivate two common Source Arts and one high-level Source Art," Wu Yuan realized.
The opponent actually cultivated such a trump card.
"So fast!"
"Haoshan Jing." At this moment, countless spectators were already boiling, everyone staring wide-eyed.
Too fast.
Too ferocious!
This explosive speed made the faces of some weaker Purple Mansion cultivators change involuntarily.
"Life Ignition! Betting all life source power, such a desperate play."
"This Source Art is too strenuous for the Spirit Body realm."
"Can Li Xia withstand it?" Many observing immortals were shocked, gazing down at the spherical arena.
Can he endure it?
If Wu Yuan withstands it, he wins.
If he can't endure it, he loses.
...
"Life Ignition!" In the instant of understanding the opponent's means, Wu Yuan immediately retreated.
At the same time, gravitational pull restricted the opponent's speed.
Most importantly—
Swish! Swish! Swish! Like a river of swords, a vast array of flying swords appeared, merging with the original Star Nucleus Sword Formation.
Thousands of flying swords.
This scene left all spectators dumbfounded and made all immortals look at it with intense astonishment.
In the blink of an eye, three miniature stars with a diameter of about one li each appeared beside Wu Yuan. He stood in the center, surrounded by the three miniature stars.
Each miniature star consisted of 729 flying swords, with three of them being the core.
Three Sword Array of a Thousand Stars.
"Go, kill!" Wu Yuan's face turned red, and his divine soul seemed on the verge of exploding, supported only by his powerful will.
Ordinary sword cultivators usually condensed a single Sword Array of a Thousand Stars because their divine soul was not strong enough, and they lacked multiple core flying swords to command.
Wu Yuan, however, had a total of nine core flying swords.
As Celestial Qi of Wind once said, the future Wu Yuan could fully control three Sword Arrays of a Thousand Stars to fight against the enemy.
This was Wu Yuan's strongest move.
However, for Wu Yuan, who had just reached the Golden Elixir stage, two Sword Arrays of a Thousand Stars were already close to the limit and extremely strenuous.
Three arrays?
Even if Wu Yuan's will and divine soul were strong enough, it would still be a desperate struggle.
"I didn't dare to use it before because once I did, it would only have a one-shot chance. If I couldn't defeat the opponent, I would lose for sure. Why bother with a stable victory?" Wu Yuan's eyes were filled with madness.
"But now."
"Haoshan Jing, if you use Life Ignition, I really can't be sure to block it. Let's see whose killer move is stronger."
Wu Yuan's thoughts turned at a speed thousands of times faster than ordinary people, though it seemed slow when spoken.
However, when Haoshan Jing was only a few dozen li away from Wu Yuan.
"Boom!" "Boom!" "Boom!"
The three miniature stars finally formed, fully erupting in a '品' character shape, vaguely merging into one. With an extremely violent momentum, they fiercely smashed towards Haoshan Jing.
The three Sword Arrays faintly formed the 'Three Talents Sword Array.'
They were too close to each other.
Even though Haoshan Jing was an outstanding genius with astonishing combat awareness, he couldn't avoid it.
Couldn't avoid it?
"Kill!" Haoshan Jing roared, raising his war knife high, intending to split open the three miniature defenses in front of him.
At the moment of contact between the two sides.
"Explode!" Wu Yuan shouted in his heart, and his almost bursting divine soul no longer sustained the three extremely unstable miniature stars.
They instantly detonated.
"Boom!" "Boom!" "Boom!" Three miniature stars exploded, and the overwhelming swords rushed in all directions.
Sword Qi was rampant.
The strongest strike of the Star Nucleus Sword Formation—Stellar Explosion!
"What?" Haoshan Jing was instantly confused. At such a close distance, the surging swords and sword light instantly engulfed him.
"Boom~"
If he were in his peak condition, Haoshan Jing might have had hope of enduring, but after such a prolonged battle, and using the 'Life Ignition' technique?
He only lasted for an instant.
"Hum~" Haoshan Jing turned into a white light and disappeared on the spot, being moved away by the formation.
Continue to stay?
Inevitable death!
"Boom~" At the moment when the three miniature stars exploded, Wu Yuan's divine soul was suppressed to emptiness, feeling drowsy and lethargic. He could only watch the overwhelming sword light engulfing him.
Similarly unavoidable.
"Hum~" In the instant the sword energy touched his body, Wu Yuan also disappeared within the spherical martial arena.
Boom~
The terrifying swords and sword energy swept through the entire martial arena, shocking all spectators with such a dreadful clash.
Finally, under the influence of the martial arena formation, everything settled down.
But within the martial arena, no one was present, only Wu Yuan's countless flying swords scattered chaotically on the ground.
Countless spectators stared at the martial arena.
No one?
It indicated that both participants were fatally injured and were directly moved out of the martial arena.
So, who won?
"In the Dragon Star Duel, the final battle of the Golden Elixir True Transmission Ranking Tournament, Li Xia against Haoshan Jing!"
"The winner—Li Xia!"
A deep voice echoed in the vast martial arena: "Li Xia is now the new—Golden Elixir Senior Brother of our Dragon Star Immortal Sect!"
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Chapter 270 Special Invitation (Seeking Monthly Votes)
"Golden Elixir Senior Brother, Li Xia." The thunderous voice echoed in the martial arena and was heard by countless Golden Elixir cultivators watching.
This title doesn't bring substantial benefits but is more of an honor, representing the strongest among the millions of Golden Elixir disciples in the Dragon Star Immortal Sect. This honor is indisputable because it was earned through a battle.
"Master, amazing, Golden Elixir Senior Brother." King Qionghai was extremely excited, staring wide-eyed. "Master is truly amazing."
"Even among the many Golden Elixir cultivators in the Dragon Star Immortal Sect, Master is undoubtedly the strongest," Qionghai King grinned.
And he was even more aware.
Wu Yuan, in addition to this refining Qi avatar, also had an extremely powerful refining body avatar in the distant Central Plains.
"I have to work harder to keep up with Master's pace."
"Even if Master plans to dissolve the contract in the future, I must strive to postpone it." This thought popped into Qionghai King's mind.
This is a question he had thought about a long time ago.
At the beginning, when signing the master-servant contract, he was unwilling, but now? He felt that the contract duration was too short.
Only fifty years?
At least five hundred years!
"Master has extraordinary talent and is likely to become an immortal in the future. By following Master, with Master's help, I have a chance to step into the Mountain and River Realm." Qionghai King had a clear understanding of himself.
Relying on himself to reach the Mountain and River Realm? It's a distant hope.
It is necessary to closely follow Wu Yuan's footsteps.
"The first! He really took the first place in the True Transmission. Haha, great." Lu Sui and the other Golden Elixir followers were equally excited.
"Senior Brother Li Xia really won the first place, Golden Elixir Senior Brother." Shi Yun, Qing Guang, Kuang Long, and others sighed with emotion.
Before the battle, they had some expectations.
But when Haoshan Jing erupted, to be honest, most of them didn't think highly of Wu Yuan. However, in the end, Wu Yuan defeated Haoshan Jing.
"Golden Elixir Senior Brother."
"Li Xia."
"Senior Brother Li Xia has only been in cultivation for how many years? Thirteen years, and he's only fifty years old."
"Incredible."
"Looking back over thousands of years, in hundreds of Dragon Star duels, Senior Brother Li Xia is probably the youngest Golden Elixir Senior Brother."
Countless Golden Elixir and Purple Mansion disciples discussed.
For Li Xia, most of them didn't have strong feelings, as the majority hadn't even seen Wu Yuan. But people like to see a young hero rise.
Moreover, on the road to winning the first place, Wu Yuan successively defeated Xing Luo, Chen Jing, and Haoshan Jing, defeating powerful opponents all the way without any luck.
With strength, he conquered all disciples.
Even some disciples from sects that didn't like Wu Yuan, such as Beihua and Gong Ling, had to admit that Wu Yuan indeed deserved the title of "Golden Elixir Senior Brother."
Compared to the peak showdown between Wu Yuan and Haoshan Jing, the upcoming "Purple Mansion True Transmission Ranking Tournament" doesn't seem to be so eagerly anticipated.
Dragon Star Immortal Realm, within the Heavenly Dragon City's True Transmission Tower.
"Both of them are incredibly strong. That Haoshan Jing probably comprehended the legendary 'Path of Eternal Life,' which is a middle-tier law."
"Two Golden Elixir cultivators, both with middle-tier laws?"
"We, the hundreds of Purple Mansion True Transmission disciples, now only Senior Brother has comprehended a middle-tier law. But it took him more than eight hundred years to achieve that." This group of Purple Mansion True Transmission disciples remained in shock, sighing with emotion.
"If they all had the ninth layer of the Purple Mansion and the ninth layer of the Mountain and River laws, they could probably break into the top thirty of the Purple Mansion True Transmission Ranking Tournament."
"I really don't know how to cultivate." These Purple Mansion True Transmission disciples were deeply affected.
The vast majority of them, if engaged in a divine battle, would not be as good as Wu Yuan and Haoshan Jing.
...
In the martial arena, inside an extremely spacious resting room.
Hoo! Hoo!
The burly Haoshan Jing and Wu Yuan appeared one after the other, each in a small teleportation array.
Following that, numerous liquid drops, like raindrops, quickly fell.
They fell on the bodies of Wu Yuan and Haoshan Jing respectively.
"So comfortable." Wu Yuan, mentally exhausted to the point of feeling like his soul was about to explode, felt rapid relief as the raindrops merged into his skin, alleviating his fatigue.
Mental strength also recovered quickly.
Even the mana in his sea of Qi was becoming more abundant.
"What a miraculous treasure." Wu Yuan was amazed, autonomously circulating mana in his body, absorbing the energy from these liquid drops.
"Took the first place." Wu Yuan smiled because he had received a message.
At the same time, rewards of ten million dragon crystals and thirty million source crystals had also been received.
This was the sect's direct reward for the "Dragon Star Duel First Place."
"I probably have to specially ask Master for the rewards." Wu Yuan, in high spirits from this substantial wealth, was in a good mood.
He looked up and, at a glance, saw Haoshan Jing sitting cross-legged in the opposite teleportation array.
"Li Xia." Haoshan Jing happened to look up too.
The eyes of the two collided.
Haoshan Jing's eyes still carried a trace of unwillingness.
"Li Xia, if I had used 'Life Ignition' from the beginning and reserved some strength, you wouldn't have been able to defeat me." Haoshan Jing said in a low voice.
"Unfortunately, there are no 'ifs.'" Wu Yuan smiled. "Moreover, even if I didn't use the Starburst, could you definitely have broken through the defense of the Three Talents Sword Formation?"
Haoshan Jing fell silent.
Any assurance? He didn't have absolute certainty!
After all, the three formations, subtly connected into one, were still centered around the way of the stars, and their defensive power was absolutely formidable.
"When it comes to the Moonlight Duel, I will defeat you." Haoshan Jing roared.
"Don't rush, there is still time." Wu Yuan smiled. "I've only been in the sect for thirteen years. In another ten years, my strength will continue to improve."
"Moreover!"
"By then, my mana can still increase. Do you think you can defeat me?" Wu Yuan smiled. "Don't disappoint me too much."
Haoshan Jing's pupils contracted.
Indeed, what made Haoshan Jing most fearful was Wu Yuan's extremely short cultivation time. Although Haoshan Jing was also outstanding, he had also cultivated for more than a hundred years.
"Haoshan Jing."
"I'm thinking about something." Wu Yuan suddenly spoke.
"What?" Haoshan Jing said in a low voice.
Wu Yuan's face carried a hint of mockery. "Shouldn't you address me as Senior Brother by now?"
...
In the sky above the spherical martial arena, in the observation space of that side, many immortals were still discussing the just-concluded battle.
"Li Xia's soul can actually support three formations of a thousand swords?"
"Could it be that he's close to the complete level of the Sun Soul?"
"Haoshan Jing is very strong, cultivating multiple source techniques and comprehending the Way of Ten Thousand Longevity. Looking back for thousands of years, our Dragon Star Immortal Sect has never given birth to such a Golden Core cultivator."
"But Li Xia is even stronger."
"Li Xia has nine life-bound flying swords, coupled with a powerful divine soul, only then can he barely support the Three Formations of a Thousand Swords with Golden Core mana."
"Li Xia was accepted as a disciple by the Ancestor for a reason."
"In the future, once Li Xia becomes an Upper Immortal, he might become a prominent sword immortal like Dongyang." Many immortals discussed, deeply impressed by this battle.
"Hard to say."
"Whether Li Xia or Haoshan Jing, they are still young. Not to mention becoming Upper Immortals, they still have to undergo many tribulations to become Lower Immortals."
...
Suddenly.
"Wu Sect Leader, I have something to tell you in advance." Xu Mountain Master, sitting on the side, suddenly spoke with a smile. "I hope you won't be angry."
Immediately, many immortals couldn't help but turn their gaze.
"Wu Sect Leader, it's fine to say." Wu Sect Leader, dressed in a red robe, smiled.
"Just now, the eight Mountain Lords of my Moonlight Realm made a resolution together." Xu Mountain Master's face was full of apology as he said, "They decided to invite 'Haoshan Jing' into the Moonlight Realm, and the application has already been submitted."
Wu Sect Leader smiled without saying a word.
More than twenty immortals from the Dragon Star Immortal Sect all showed more or less displeasure on their faces.
Although they were accustomed to similar things, directly poaching like this?
How could they feel comfortable?
"Wu Sect Leader, the compensation of the 'Thirty God Crystals' has been sent to the Dragon Star Immortal Sect's treasure vault in the Immortal Palace." Xu Mountain Master said in a low voice. "The principle of our Moonlight Realm has always been to discover the top talents for the Immortal Palace. It is our responsibility, and I hope Wu Sect Leader can understand."
Thirty God Crystals?
The faces of many Dragon Star Immortal Sect immortals became more unpleasant.
Because many insiders knew that, to keep Wu Yuan permanently in the Dragon Star Immortal Realm, the sect had paid a price of three hundred God Crystals.
"Haha."
Wu Sect Leader suddenly burst into laughter. "Mountain Master Xu, what are you talking about? We are all members under the Immortal Palace, why bother to differentiate between us?"
"The best talents also need the best external conditions."
"Haoshan Jing indeed has outstanding talent. If he comprehends the Way of Ten Thousand Longevity, staying in our Dragon Star Immortal Sect may indeed delay him. It's better to let him enter the Moonlight Realm." Wu Sect Leader smiled. His face showed no signs of anger.
As if he highly approved of this matter.
"Wu Sect Leader said it well. We are all members under the Immortal Palace, and there's no need to differentiate between us." Xu Mountain Master laughed. "Therefore, I have another shameless request. Is the Dragon Star Immortal Sect willing to send Xing Luo to the Moonlight Realm?"
A silence fell.
This time, many immortals from the Dragon Star Immortal Sect already revealed undisguised anger on their faces.
Too bullying.
Special invitations, no sect can refuse.
But the Moonlight Realm, every ten thousand years, only has ten special invitation spots in total.
However, the Red Moon Immortal Palace has another rule. If the major sects 'voluntarily' send their disciples to the Moonlight Realm, it is also feasible.
"Mountain Master Xu." Wu Sect Leader's face showed a smile that was not quite a smile. "Is this your intention, or the intention of the Realm Lord?"
"Wu Sect Leader, you're joking. The Realm Lord doesn't care about these trivial matters." Xu Mountain Master laughed.
Suddenly.
"Since it's not Fang Rong's intention, then get out!" A cold and indifferent voice suddenly echoed in the hall.
Xu Mountain Master's smile froze on his face, revealing a trace of displeasure.
But in the next moment, fear flashed in his eyes.
"Hum~"
Silent and unseen, a young man with sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes, dressed in a vibrant white robe, appeared in this space.
Standing there, he resembled a divine sword traversing the heavens and earth, with an invisible edge that made every immortal present reluctant to engage in a prolonged gaze.
A silence fell.
"Dongyang Sword Immortal?" Xu Mountain Master's face stiffened, subconsciously swallowing saliva, and his heart filled with fear.
He never expected to provoke such a killing god.
"Xu Feng, I'll give you five breaths' time. Take your people and leave my Dragon Star Immortal Sect," the young man in the white robe spoke indifferently. "Otherwise, I don't mind taking your head to have a battle with Fang Rong."
Exhale.
Xu Mountain Master stood up, but facing the oppression of Dongyang Sword Immortal, his stature involuntarily shrank by half.
"Dongyang, I am an Upper Immortal from the Moonlight Realm," Xu Mountain Master gritted his teeth. "I came here following the orders of the Immortal Palace..."
"One breath!" The young man in the white robe uttered two words, his gaze growing colder.
Xu Mountain Master's pupils contracted.
"Wu Sect Leader, farewell." Xu Mountain Master gave a slight bow and waved his hand. An invisible force lifted the accompanying Earth Immortals who were sitting.
Swoosh!
In a flash, they disappeared in this space.
Exhale!
"Dongyang Senior Brother, why offend him for no reason?"
The red-robed Wu Sect Leader stood up, sighing. "These sect matters, we can handle them ourselves. Senior Brother, you should focus on seclusion and prepare for the Immortal Tribulation."
"I don't know, and it doesn't matter. But once I know, I won't tolerate any sand in my eyes." The young man in the white robe said coldly. "He relies on Fang Rong's minions, and he still dares to come to my Dragon Star Immortal Sect to show off?"
"The death of Senior Sister Hengqiu back then is related to him." A hint of killing intent flashed in the young man's eyes.
"Dongyang Senior Brother, don't casually say things without evidence." The red-robed Wu Sect Leader smiled bitterly.
He was well aware of Dongyang Sword Immortal's temperament.
"Evidence? Why do I, Dongyang, need evidence for my actions?" The young man in the white robe shook his head and sneered. "When I succeed in crossing the tribulation, he's the first one I'll kill!"
"At that time."
"I want to see if Fang Rong dares to fight me."
Whoosh!
The young man in the white robe disappeared in the high sky, leaving behind the helpless Wu Sect Leader and a group of astonished Earth Immortal elders.
Most of these Earth Immortals had only heard of Dongyang's founding ancestor, with very little direct contact.
"Today's matter, no one can leak it." The red-robed Wu Sect Leader said solemnly.
"Yes."
Many sect Earth Immortals responded respectfully.
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Chapter 271: Deep Schemes and Far-reaching Plans
In the quiet room of the martial arts arena, using spirit liquid, both Wu Yuan and Haoshan Jing quickly recovered. Shortly after, they each got up and left.
Outside the quiet room, a large group of disciples had gathered, including Kuang Long, Shi Yun, and others. Also, Land Suí, along with a large group of Golden Core followers, had hurried from the mansion world.
The Prince of Qionghai had also arrived.
Easily several hundred people.
This was because the ranking battle of the Purple Mansion True Transmission was about to begin, and the majority of spectators had not yet left the martial arts arena.
Otherwise, there would be even more people wanting to witness the brilliance of Wu Yuan and Haoshan Jing.
"They're coming out!"
"Senior Brother!"
"Senior Brother Lixia, so powerful!" Kuang Long, Qing Guang, and others erupted with excitement when they saw Wu Yuan walk out of the quiet room, rushing towards him.
"Master."
The Prince of Qionghai rushed to the forefront, extremely excited. "I knew you could take first place. Even in the Dragon Star Immortal Sect, you are the strongest Golden Core cultivator."
"True Transmission." Land Suí smiled. "If some were skeptical before, after this battle, your reputation will not only resound throughout the entire sect but also likely spread to the major factions on Xianzhou."
"The Moonlight Duel is imminent."
"By then, the Golden Core battle in Moonlight, with your True Transmission, will probably become the biggest attraction." Land Suí said.
Wu Yuan couldn't help but smile.
The biggest attraction? Not necessarily.
His battle with Haoshan Jing was of extremely high caliber, but geniuses like Xing Luo and Chen Jing, who had been cultivating for three to four centuries, were likely to be stronger.
Moreover, in Moonlight Realm, there were certainly some monstrous geniuses, as well as other sects' peerless talents.
Of course, Wu Yuan wasn't very worried.
How many true geniuses would be willing to stay at the Golden Core realm for hundreds of years? That would be self-destructive.
Dao is the intrinsic foundation, and magical power is the extrinsic foundation.
Only when the realm of Dao is high enough can one control powerful magical power and continuously break through magical power cultivation.
Similarly, the higher the magical power cultivation, the stronger the spiritual awareness. The clearer the understanding of the essence of all things in the world, the faster the comprehension of the Dao.
At the Golden Core realm, one in a hundred thousand can comprehend true meaning.
While Purple Mansion True Individuals comprehending true meaning is quite common, it depends on the overall talent of Purple Mansion True Individuals and their spiritual awareness magical power.
As for Wu Yuan himself, he would prepare to enter the Purple Mansion realm as soon as the Moonlight Duel ended.
"Today, thanks for everyone's support. I hope you all join me in the Dragon Treasure Tower for a celebration." Wu Yuan declared loudly.
"Haha, a celebration."
"Congratulations to Senior Brother for taking first place." Everyone responded, without any rejections.
The sect was vast, and usually, everyone had their own matters to attend to. It was often challenging to meet in reality. How rare was it for them to gather together like this?
Quickly, everyone surrounded Wu Yuan and flew towards the teleportation array in the distance.
...
"I lost this battle." Haoshan Jing shook his head slightly, watching Wu Yuan and the others leave. He didn't have much regret in his heart.
He lost; that was it.
This was a fair battle.
Since entering the sect, he had lost many battles, but he had never truly accepted defeat. Each time, he would gradually surpass his opponent.
Now, he still maintained the same mentality.
Suddenly.
Boom! As if the heavens and earth were changing, Haoshan Jing felt the surroundings shift, everything becoming blurry. Then, a figure in a red robe appeared in front of him.
"Head Master." Haoshan Jing quickly showed his respect.
The matter of him comprehending the Dao of Ten Thousand Longevity was a secret to most of the sect, including most immortals, protectors, and countless disciples. It was only revealed in this battle.
However, the highest echelons of the sect were aware of it.
"Haoshan, how many years have you been in the sect?" The red-robed martial sect leader looked down at the sturdy Haoshan Jing.
Clearly, Haoshan Jing had a much larger physique.
However, when the two stood there, the impression they gave to others was as if Martial Master was an unattainable mountain, towering, majestic, and grand.
"Reporting to the Martial Master, disciple has been in the sect for over sixty years, nurtured by the sect, and has achieved some success," Haoshan Jing honestly said.
"No need to be constrained," Martial Master smiled.
Only then did Haoshan Jing relax a bit.
"Do you still remember what I told you when you first comprehended the Dao of Ten Thousand Longevity?" Martial Master smiled.
"I remember," Haoshan Jing nodded. "At that time, Martial Master said you would find a suitable teacher for me, but I must go all out in this Dragon Star Immortal Sect competition and take first place."
"Unfortunately."
"Disciple disappointed the Martial Master," Haoshan Jing said with a bitter smile.
"Haha, I am very satisfied with your performance. Don't speak of disappointment," Martial Master laughed. "Your battle with Lixia was originally between victory and defeat."
"Don't think you're inferior to Lixia."
"Lixia is strong, not only because of his talent but also because he has the guidance of the Ancestor. You, on the other hand, have explored on your own," Martial Master laughed.
Haoshan Jing nodded, feeling a hint of pride.
He had been exploring on his own all the way, and in just over a hundred years, he had stepped into the gate of the Dao of Ten Thousand Longevity. He believed he had done his best.
"The rewards from the sect for you will be the same as for Lixia," Martial Master smiled. "Furthermore, I have also found your teacher."
Haoshan Jing's eyes lit up.
"In ten days, I will send you to the Moonlight Realm. By then, there will be immortals and even celestial beings who comprehend the Dao of Ten Thousand Longevity, willing to take you as their disciple," Martial Master said.
Haoshan Jing was stunned.
Splash~
"Martial Master, Haoshan Jing has no intention of betraying the sect." Haoshan Jing's expression changed, immediately wanting to kneel down.
An invisible force held him up.
"You can rest assured. I'm not saying you're betraying the sect. Your entry into the Moonlight Realm is the intention of the highest echelons of the sect," Martial Master smiled. "I had you go all out in the Dragon Star competition to show the immortals in the Moonlight Realm."
"Then they will specially invite you," Martial Master smiled. "Otherwise, according to your original idea, quietly entering the Purple Mansion realm, the Moonlight Realm would not notice you, let alone specially invite you."
"Martial Master, why?" Haoshan Jing became even more puzzled.
"Everything is for your own good," Martial Master sighed. "Although there are a few immortals in the sect who comprehend the Dao of Ten Thousand Longevity, their level of comprehension is not high enough to be your master. Guiding you would be a waste of your talent."
"Only in the Moonlight Realm."
"Will there be enough resources and teachers to reveal your talent. There are not only celestial beings but also a group of immortals proficient in the Dao of Ten Thousand Longevity," Martial Master said. "It's good for you to go there."
Martial Master spoke with great sincerity.
His voice seemed to have a kind of magical power, convincing people.
"But the sect?" Haoshan Jing still didn't understand.
"My original intention for Dragon Star Immortal Sect is for each disciple to become powerful. If there were a suitable teacher, I wouldn't want to let you go, but unfortunately, the sect doesn't have one," Martial Master smiled. "Moreover, in the end, whether it's the Moonlight Realm or the sect, it's all part of the Immortal Palace."
"Your growth is the most important."
"For the great favor of the sect, disciple has no way to repay. If I succeed in cultivation in the future, I will do my best to repay," Haoshan Jing felt moved in his heart.
After decades of cultivation and being nurtured by the sect, he had deep feelings for the sect.
However, he never expected the sect to go to such lengths, willingly letting him leave.
"Haha, no need for repayment." Martial Master smiled. "In the future, when you become an Earth Immortal and go out on your own, you can also rejoin the sect."
"If your strength is enough in the future, becoming the sect's first elder is not impossible."
"Although you are about to leave the sect."
"But in the future, as long as you're willing, the sect welcomes you back at any time," Martial Master smiled. "In your heart, don't burden yourself."
"Disciple understands. Thank you, Martial Master, thank you, sect." Haoshan Jing felt warm in his heart.
Soon after.
Martial Master watched Haoshan Jing leave, and the smile on his face faded by half.
Splash~
A purple-robed old man appeared out of thin air.
"Martial Master, did you really voluntarily let Haoshan Jing go?" the purple-robed old man whispered.
"I carefully observed his temperament, an extremely self-centered person, and I also know his talent," Martial Master whispered.
"In the future, he has the potential to become an Earth Immortal or even a Celestial Immortal, but without a teacher's guidance, his achievements might not be high."
"Indeed, there is no suitable immortal in the sect to teach him."
"Instead of waiting for him to become dissatisfied, resenting the sect, it's better to proactively send him away. The sect can benefit, and we can leave a bit of goodwill," Martial Master said casually. "In the future, perhaps he will be willing to return to the sect."
"If not, the loss is not great."
"If so, let the Moonlight Realm help our Dragon Star Immortal Sect cultivate an immortal. What's there to lose?" Martial Master shook his head.
"Martial Master, your layout is profound," the purple-robed old man smiled.
"Let's go."
...
The banquet at the Dragon Treasure Tower lasted for more than two hours.
At this point, the ranking battle of true disciple had not yet begun, and people had gradually dispersed.
Wu Yuan returned to the mansion world with his followers.
Before entering the quiet room.
"Hmm?" Wu Yuan's eyes slightly condensed because he received a message from his master - hurry to Dragon Star.
"Give a command to Lu Sui," Wu Yuan ordered.
Through the teleportation array, Wu Yuan arrived at the master's residence on Dragon Star.
Here, it was still picturesque, except for the huge floating palace, everything remained unchanged.
Nan Yin, the Upper Immortal, still had a dirty appearance.
Lying on a reclining chair outside the palace, basking in the sun with half-closed eyes.
Seemed extremely content.
"Master." Wu Yuan flew up and respectfully bowed.
"Did you win?" Upper Immortal Nan Yin smiled.
"I won."
"Not bad. That little guy Haoshan Jing is quite powerful. Five years ago, when I set a goal for you to win this battle, I didn't have much hope." Upper Immortal Nan Yin laughed. "This shows that in these five years, your strength has improved greatly without slackening."
"It's thanks to Master's guidance." Wu Yuan smiled.
"Don't flatter the old teacher. I've never fallen for that." Upper Immortal Nan Yin shook his head. "In the battle with Haoshan Jing, did you gain any insights?"
"He's very strong."
Wu Yuan recalled the battle just now and said in a low voice, "The Way of Eternal Life truly deserves to be a mid-tier law. Both the restorative power and vitality are terrifying. If my spiritual consciousness weren't stronger, I would probably have lost this battle."
Indeed.
In this battle, what Wu Yuan relied on was purely a stronger spiritual consciousness.
As for the comprehension of the Way? Wu Yuan estimated that he was probably a bit weaker.
"It's good that you recognize this point." Upper Immortal Nan Yin smiled slyly. "Do you have any other feelings?"
Wu Yuan hesitated and said, "Disciple always feels that Haoshan Jing's swordsmanship has a sense of familiarity, as if seen somewhere before."
"But can't recall." Wu Yuan shook his head.
"You are naturally familiar." Upper Immortal Nan Yin grinned, revealing a set of yellow teeth. "I have been urging you to comprehend the Way of Eternal Life. How could you not have a sense of familiarity?"
(End of this chapter)
Chapter 272: Master's Guidance
"Master, have you been urging me to cultivate?" Wu Yuan was puzzled.
When did he ever cultivate the Way of Eternal Life?
But in the next instant, Wu Yuan woke up: "Is it the Longevity Sword Scripture?"
Over the years, in addition to comprehending the Way of the Stars, the master also required him to additionally comprehend the Longevity Sword Scripture.
Moreover, this was also a sword scripture of the Wood Way.
"Yes." Upper Immortal Nan Yin nodded with a smile. "Just like comprehending the Way of the Stars in the Star Ruins Sword Scripture to a higher level, you will understand that it is gradually comprehending the Way of the Stars."
"The Longevity Sword Scripture is the same. When you comprehend it to a high level, naturally, you will step into the door of the 'Way of Eternal Life,' so the entry difficulty is extremely high."
Wu Yuan listened.
Although he accepted the inheritance of the Longevity Sword Scripture, the sword scripture was extremely profound. Except for the superficial layer, he didn't understand the mysteries at all; he just wrote them down.
The transmission of a Dao scripture was different from that of a book.
Without reaching that level, the Dao was unclear, and one could only sense and touch the mysterious fluctuations of the Dao.
In these years.
Wu Yuan's main body, although he had been trying to comprehend the Longevity Sword Scripture, the progress was pitifully slow compared to the 'Way of the Stars.'
He still hadn't truly entered the gate.
"Master, although the Way of Eternal Life is powerful, it's not more profound than the Way of the Stars, right?" Wu Yuan couldn't help but ask.
"If both reach the highest level, they are equivalent." Upper Immortal Nan Yin smiled. "The various Ways of Heaven and Earth, such as Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth, Wind, Thunder, etc., as well as mysterious and unpredictable concepts like space, time, Yin, Yang, life, death, etc., all belong to higher-level laws. There is no absolute distinction between superiority and inferiority; it all depends on the comprehension and utilization of the practitioner."
"Of course, among the numerous higher-level laws, the most mysterious are time and causality. However, only a few powerful beings control them, and among cultivators who can comprehend them, very few exist."
Wu Yuan listened.
He understood that the master was explaining things in detail.
"Each higher-level law is vast and endless, and even a Nine Tribulations Immortal would not be able to comprehend it fully." Upper Immortal Nan Yin shook his head. "Each higher-level law is woven from many intermediate-level laws."
"Like the Way of the Stars, it belongs to the intermediate-level law of the Earth."
"The Way of Eternal Life belongs to the intermediate-level law of the Wood."
"These intermediate-level laws can also be subdivided into numerous lower-level laws." Upper Immortal Nan Yin said, "Lower-level laws are like small streams in the mountains."
"Numerous small streams converge to form a small river, which is an intermediate-level law."
"Many small rivers converge to form a big river, which is a higher-level law."
"All rivers converge into the sea, countless big rivers converge, forming a vast ocean, which is the complete Way of Heaven and Earth." Upper Immortal Nan Yin glanced at Wu Yuan. "And you? What you are currently comprehending is just a drop of water in this vast ocean."
Wu Yuan pondered.
At this moment, he finally had a clearer understanding of the complete Way of Heaven and Earth.
The Way of Heaven and Earth was unexpectedly so vast.
"Don't aim too high. Don't talk about mastering the complete Way of Heaven and Earth. As long as you can understand the mysteries of a small stream, master a lower-level law, you will have a chance to become an Immortal." Upper Immortal Nan Yin said softly, "If you can master an intermediate-level law, you will be extraordinary throughout the entire Qingling Great World."
"If you can master an upper-level law? Haha!"
"In the endless river of time and space, there will be countless beings who sing your true name, pass on your deeds, and immortalize you for countless ages." A subtle, hard-to-perceive desire flashed in Upper Immortal Nan Yin's eyes.
Wu Yuan was shocked by what he heard.
He realized that comprehending even a lower-level law was extremely difficult.
After all, in the vast Red Moon Immortal Island, it took a million years to produce an Immortal.
"Master, if that's the case, why should I be distracted?"
Wu Yuan couldn't help but say, "Although my Qi Cultivation Main Body has some talent in the Wood Way, overall, it is far less talented in the Earth Way than my Body Refining Main Body."
In terms of innate talents for enlightenment, the Body Refining Main Body was much stronger, with greater potential, and the naturally endowed shamanic patterns were by no means false.
The innate second-grade foundation was almost legendary.
Moreover, after coming to Immortal Island, Wu Yuan also obtained the inheritance of the Great Shaman Kua Fu's "Stellar Code," stepping into the gate of the Stellar Way, and his enlightenment speed increased even more.
"The first reason is not to waste your talent in the Wood Way," Upper Immortal Nan Yin said softly. "Your Qi Cultivation Main Body, with its strong spiritual power, should have surpassed the Body Refining Main Body by now."
Wu Yuan nodded involuntarily.
"The Sea of Qi is more suitable for nurturing spiritual power from birth," Upper Immortal Nan Yin said, "Don't worry, you are a naturally born third-grade Immortal Foundation. The talent in the Wood Way is equally amazing; it's just not fully explored yet."
"As your Qi Cultivation Main Body's spiritual power becomes stronger, your talent in the Wood Way will become even more dazzling."
"Letting your Qi Cultivation Main Body comprehend the Earth Way? Ten points of effort can only exert one point."
"Just like letting your Body Refining Main Body comprehend the Wood Way, do you think it would be smooth?" Upper Immortal Nan Yin smiled.
Wu Yuan pondered.
Indeed, in fact, up to now, the efficiency of the Qi Cultivation Main Body comprehending the Stellar Way was estimated to be only about one-fifth of the Body Refining Main Body.
One consciousness for the spiritual power.
Therefore, whether the "Stellar Code" remained in the Qi Cultivation Main Body or the Body Refining Main Body's spiritual consciousness made no difference.
"But, disciple, you haven't entered the 'Longevity Sword Scripture' yet." Wu Yuan couldn't help but say.
Upper Immortal Nan Yin chuckled, "You haven't received a powerful Wood Way inheritance like Hao Shan Jing. He only entered the gate after practicing for over a hundred years. Even so, many Immortals in the sect were amazed."
"What about you? You've only comprehended it for a few years, and you want to enter the gate?"
"Your talent in the Stellar Way is quite exaggerated, but in the Wood Way, it's not much stronger than Hao Shan Jing, just with a stronger spiritual power." Upper Immortal Nan Yin commented, "Purple Palace longevity of three thousand years, refining virtual life of ten thousand years, how long have you been practicing? Don't be impatient."
Wu Yuan couldn't help but smile.
Indeed, the immortal cultivation path was long, and the starting point was important, but perseverance was even more crucial.
"The second reason is the combination of Earth and Wood." Upper Immortal Nan Yin sighed, "The Way of Earth, especially the Stellar Way, is exceptionally good at defense; and the Way of Eternal Life, derived from the three lower-level laws of 'Longevity, Extension, and Wood Essence,' is best at recovery."
"Every strong person who comprehends the Way of Eternal Life will have extremely strong vitality."
"In the future."
"Once you have achieved something in both paths, combining them will make your defense incredibly powerful and your life-saving ability inconceivably strong." Upper Immortal Nan Yin said softly.
Wu Yuan was stunned.
Combining different paths?
"Don't be surprised. The myriad Ways of Heaven and Earth are inherently intertwined and not absolutely independent." Upper Immortal Nan Yin said, "For example, in the Wood Way, there is a lower-level law called the 'Way of Origin.'"
"Following the 'Way of Origin,' there is also the opportunity to enter the threshold of the 'Way of Force,' which belongs to the intermediate-level law of the Earth Way, equivalent to the Stellar Way."
"That is, the Way of Origin belongs to both the Wood Way and the Earth Way."
"Furthermore, if you want to master the complete Wood Way and Earth Way, you must comprehend the lower-level law of 'Spatial Dimension.'"
"And the Spatial Dimension is also part of the complete Way of Space." Upper Immortal Nan Yin said, "All the upper-level laws are naturally intertwined, so they can naturally be combined and used."
Wu Yuan completely understood.
The Stellar Way was strong but lacked flexibility.
The Way of Eternal Life was flexible but lacked strength.
Both paths combined would achieve a balance of strength and flexibility, truly achieving unparalleled defense. Moreover, his two Main Bodies had corresponding talents.
"In the end, am I going to become Brother Wood?" Wu Yuan muttered to himself.
Wood and Earth, the construction expert.
Indeed, very proficient in defense!
"There are some other reasons; you will understand in the future," Upper Immortal Nan Yin said, "If you don't have the talent, I won't force you, but since you do, don't waste it."
"Yes," Wu Yuan replied respectfully.
He knew that the Master was planning for his future.
"Just," Wu Yuan hesitated, "Master, I am a sword cultivator, but I cultivate sword scriptures that excel in defense. Will it be...?"
"Why, worried that your attacks won't be strong enough?" Upper Immortal Nan Yin shook his head. "There is no absolute dominant path. The Stellar Way and the Way of Eternal Life, when cultivated to the extreme, are equally formidable and can overcome myriad techniques."
"Furthermore."
"Why bother having a strong attack?"
"When you undergo the Immortal Tribulation, you will understand. Being alive is the only hope; having strong life-saving abilities gives you the chance to become an Immortal." Upper Immortal Nan Yin shook his head.
Wu Yuan was speechless.
He had to admit that what the Master said was true. Being alive meant everything had hope.
"By the way."
"Let me tell you something, Hao Shan Jing has been specially invited to the Moonlight Realm." Upper Immortal Nan Yin said, "In a few days, he will go to the Moonlight Realm."
"Specially invited?" Wu Yuan was stunned.
Soon after, Wu Yuan nodded and said, "That's right, being in the Golden Elixir Realm and entering the threshold of intermediate-level laws, plus being a third-grade Immortal Foundation, he is qualified to be specially invited."
As far as Wu Yuan knew.
Generally, to have a chance to enter the threshold of intermediate-level laws, one had to comprehend a lower-level law to an extremely high level, like achieving the Splitting Deity and Earth Immortal levels!
Most of the Refinement Realm and Holy Domain Realm cultivators did not cross the threshold of intermediate-level laws.
Of course, that didn't mean they were weak.
If the intermediate-level laws were not comprehended to an extremely high level, in terms of absolute power, they were still not as good as lower-level laws.
However, being able to enter the threshold of intermediate-level laws in the Golden Elixir Realm, as long as they didn't perish, their future achievements would not be weak.
"Why, no thoughts?" Upper Immortal Nan Yin smiled.
"None."
"The sect is willing to let people go, naturally, there are considerations from the sect." Wu Yuan smiled, "Besides, even if I go to the Moonlight Realm, those instructors probably won't compare to the Master."
"When I entered the sect, it was voluntary, not forced by others." Wu Yuan said.
Actions bear consequences.
Wu Yuan did not think coming to the Dragon Star Immortal Sect was a mistake.
"Don't worry, Master promised that he won't let you down. That kid, Hao Shan Jing, even if he joins the Moonlight Realm, the various resources he obtains won't surpass yours." Upper Immortal Nan Yin smiled, "I promised, if you take the first place in the Dragon Star, I'll reward you with a hundred million Source Crystals."
Suddenly.
A hint of joy flashed in Wu Yuan's eyes because he had already received a reminder.
Under the identity name of the Dragon Star Immortal Realm, he received a reward of one hundred million Source Crystals.
Can be directly withdrawn from the sect's treasure trove.
And can be used to purchase various treasures directly through the Dragon Treasure Pavilion.
"Thank you, Master." Wu Yuan felt delighted.
In this way.
In this Dragon Star duel, he harvested a total of one hundred and thirty million Source Crystals and ten million Dragon Crystals.
What is the cure for sorrow? Nothing but becoming rich!
"If you challenge the First Star Tower, the rewards from me won't change. How much you can get depends on your ability," Upper Immortal Nan Yin said. "Given your current cultivation speed, you can reach the Ninth Stage of the Golden Elixir in four or five years at most. However, don't be too hasty; take some time to settle down."
"From the Golden Elixir realm to the Violet Mansion realm is a leap in the realm of life. Reaching perfection in each realm represents the utmost operation of the heavens and earth. It's beneficial for you to comprehend for some time," instructed Upper Immortal Nan Yin.
"Yes," Wu Yuan nodded.
He had learned from various classics long ago.
When reaching the Ninth Stage of the Qi Sea, Golden Elixir, and Violet Mansion, even if one could break through quickly, it was best to stay for a while.
"Of course, there's no need to be too slow. You can break through after the Moonlight Duel ends," Upper Immortal Nan Yin advised.
Wu Yuan nodded.
The Moonlight Duel? That was ten years later.
By then, he would only be sixty years old and could enter the Violet Mansion realm?
Much faster than expected.
"The Moonlight Battle in ten years is the last test for you in the Golden Elixir stage," Upper Immortal Nan Yin said. "By then, your opponents won't be limited to within the sect but will include the top geniuses in the entire Immortal Continent."
"The Moonlight Duel has an age limit of a hundred and fifty years."
"So, many Golden Elixir stage geniuses deliberately stay for a period of time just to participate in the Moonlight Battle."
Wu Yuan was secretly surprised.
A hundred and fifty years?
Talents like Hao Shan Jing and Xing Luo, if they practiced for another few decades, their strength would undoubtedly increase significantly.
"Also, without any surprises, the Bai Cang Immortal Country will also dispatch a group of top talents to participate in the battle," said Upper Immortal Nan Yin.
"Bai Cang Immortal Country?" Wu Yuan was puzzled.
His understanding of the Bai Cang Immortal Country was limited to its name, knowing that it was immensely vast, and the entire Red Moon Immortal Continent was just a small part of it.
"The Immortal Country is vast, with many powerful beings and numerous Immortal beings."
"Bai Cang Immortal Country directly controls about three thousand three hundred Immortal Continent planes," Upper Immortal Nan Yin whispered. "And the delegated Immortal Continent planes number over two thousand six hundred."
"Red Moon Immortal Continent is one of the delegated planes."
Wu Yuan was amazed.
So, the entire Bai Cang Immortal Country governs about six thousand Immortal Continent planes? It was unbelievably enormous.
The Immortal Country was like this; what about the higher Immortal Realms?
Wu Yuan finally understood why the Master said the Immortal Realms were boundless and vast.
"The Red Moon Immortals are extremely powerful Immortals."
"In the entire Red Moon Immortal Continent, their overall strength is among the strongest in the thousands of Immortal Continents in the Immortal Country," Upper Immortal Nan Yin said. "For this reason, the Immortal Country often sends geniuses to participate in the Moonlight Duel."
"The goal is simple."
"To showcase their strength to the Red Moon Immortal Palace." Upper Immortal Nan Yin sighed, "Bai Cang Immortal Country rules many time and space planes, and in its vast territory, numerous geniuses are naturally born."
"The geniuses selected to enter the 'Bai Cang Realm' are, at the weakest, at the level of Xing Luo."
Wu Yuan nodded slightly, feeling amazed.
In the Red Moon Immortal Continent, talents like Xing Luo were in the forefront.
But looking at the entire Immortal Country? It probably wasn't much.
"Of course, from a certain perspective, it also makes the geniuses of the Red Moon Immortal Continent understand that there is always a higher mountain to climb and not to be proud and arrogant," Upper Immortal Nan Yin said.
"My disciple."
"In terms of strength, you are no less than several Golden Elixir geniuses in the Moonlight Realm, ranking among the top in the entire Immortal Continent."
"In terms of talent, you are top-notch within the entire scope of Bai Cang Immortal Country."
"The only thing you lack is time."
"I estimate that you will be one of the youngest participants among all, but my requirement for you is to enter the top ten."
"In the top ten, I will reward you with one billion Source Crystals."
"If you can break into the top three, I will reward you with three billion Source Crystals." Upper Immortal Nan Yin looked at his disciple with great expectation.
Wu Yuan contemplated.
Top ten? Top three?
"Master, what if your disciple secures the first place in the Moonlight Realm?" Wu Yuan asked in return.
"The first place?" Upper Immortal Nan Yin was momentarily stunned, rubbed his chin, and grinned, "Disciple, if you can take the first place, not only will the Red Moon Immortal Palace give you additional rewards, but I will also prepare a truly precious treasure for you."
"One, in the truest sense of the word."
Wu Yuan's eyes lit up.
If the Master said it was a precious treasure, it was probably extraordinary.
"Master, your disciple will strive for it." Wu Yuan said earnestly.
Upper Immortal Nan Yin smiled.
Treasure?
For him, apart from the few treasures needed for the Heavenly Tribulation, all other treasures were dispensable.
If Wu Yuan worked hard enough, he didn't mind giving his disciple more.
Moreover.
For him, as long as Wu Yuan was full of fighting spirit, it was enough.
As for treasure rewards? They were just auxiliary means!
"Whoosh!"
Upper Immortal Nan Yin waved his hand, and a light curtain appeared out of thin air. The projection displayed rows of text and some detailed information.
"What is this?" Wu Yuan was puzzled.
"If you want to strive for the first place in the Moonlight Realm, ordinary cultivation won't be enough," Upper Immortal Nan Yin smiled. "Moreover, after more than ten years of cultivation, you have laid a foundation, and the next cultivation will naturally undergo some changes."
"If you win the Dragon Star Duel first place, you will receive some special exchange privileges in the sect's treasure trove, starting with this 'Dragon Soul Crystal Bead.'" Upper Immortal Nan Yin pointed to the first item. "Only those in the Golden Elixir and Violet Mansion realms who win first place in the Dragon Star Duel are eligible to exchange for one, and they can only exchange for one in their lifetime."
"It is a treasure unique to our sect, obtained by the Ancestor from a mysterious place."
"Don't even think about the geniuses from the Red Moon Immortal Palace obtaining it." Upper Immortal Nan Yin said, "This Dragon Soul Crystal Bead has little effect on Immortals, but for you youngsters, it is definitely a treasure. Consider it the Ancestor's benefit to the young talents of the sect."
Wu Yuan listened.
Silently noted.
A special treasure brought by the Ancestor?