As expected, it was an advanced fate drawing qualification!
Gu Xuan looked at the draw probabilities and noted that even the guaranteed minimum outcome was blue fate, significantly increasing his chances of obtaining high-quality fate.
Among the options, purple and gold fates each accounted for 20%, which made Gu Xuan feel excited.
"The extraction is complete!"
"You received purple fate [Sword Heart Transparency]!"
[Sword Heart Transparency]: You possess a sword heart, once clouded by dust, now shining brightly. With the heart of the sword, your perception of kendo is exceptionally sharp, and when wielding a sword against an enemy, it enhances your killing power.
"Hiss!"
Gu Xuan's eyes widened in disbelief.
It was actually a purple fate!
While it wasn't the top-tier golden fate, it was still a stroke of luck to draw a purple fate with only a 15% chance.
More importantly, this fate was related to kendo, enhancing his killing power. Within the realm of purple fates, it was an extremely powerful level.
[A new destiny has been assembled; please check your status.]
New prompts appeared.
In the next moment, Gu Xuan felt a surge of kendo-related skills flooding his mind.
The mysteries of kendo that he had yet to comprehend suddenly became clear, and even his mastery of "The Classic of Severing the Way of the Beginning" improved.
Additionally, there were some other changes that were not yet clear and would need to be explored further by Gu Xuan.
Feeling the growth brought by [Sword Heart Transparency], Gu Xuan smiled slightly.
He checked his own information:
[Name]: Gu Xuan
[Realm]: First Level of the Profound Opening Realm
[Fate]: Unremarkable (White)
[Fate]: Sword Heart Transparency (Purple), Talent Root Bone (Blue)
[Life Script]: (Supporting role in "Mortal Cultivation Biography")
[Recent Turning Point]: Your destiny has changed, and there seems to be a fog in front of you, making it difficult to see the future.
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"Now that I have obtained Sword Heart Transparency, my killing power has greatly increased, but my realm is still a bit low."
"There are still half a month before the secret realm opens. During this time, I can practice diligently and strive for further progress!"
With that thought in mind, Gu Xuan headed to a quiet room and informed Elder Cangming that he would be going into seclusion, then stepped inside.
"Let's begin!"
He took out a bottle of elixir from his storage bag; the elixir was crystal clear, as pristine as glass.
This was a fourth-grade Dingxuan Pill.
After Gu Xuan was promoted to True Inheritance, the cultivation resources distributed by the Holy Land included top-notch medicinal pills suitable for practitioners of the Profound Realm, each costing tens of thousands of spirit stones.
He poured one out and placed it directly in his mouth.
Immediately, the elixir dissolved in his stomach, and its potent medicinal power radiated out, merging into his limbs and bones.
"Absorb!"
Gu Xuan immediately activated the Taichu Body Forging Method, refining the energy from the elixir and gradually enhancing his cultivation.
For the next period, Gu Xuan focused intently on his practice.
Each time he refined the medicinal properties of one elixir, he would swallow another, and so on.
His strength increased rapidly during this process.
Time flew by.
In the blink of an eye, more than ten days had passed.
On this day...
Boom!
A powerful aura suddenly erupted from Gu Xuan's body. If it weren't for the protective formation of the quiet room, it might have been enough to cover the entire Zhuxuan Temple.
In an instant, this aura gradually calmed down, and when it was completely settled, Gu Xuan slowly opened his eyes.
Suddenly, a sharp divine light shot from his eyes before it converged.
"Fourth Layer of Tong Xuan!"
Gu Xuan let out a long sigh of relief.
After more than ten days of seclusion, his realm had increased by three levels. This speed was extremely impressive for loose cultivators.
However, for Gu Xuan, it could only be considered mediocre.
After all, his current talent was comparable to that of the top-tier cultivators, and with a steady supply of medicinal pills, such an increase was to be expected with uninterrupted consumption.
In addition to his realm growth, Gu Xuan also deepened his understanding of kendo during this time.
After obtaining Sword Heart Transparency, his comprehension of kendo became more profound, and while practicing the Sutra of Slashing the Dao at the beginning, he gained new insights.
Although he was still in the first layer of the Condensing Sword Realm, he felt a significant shift in his abilities.
However, Gu Xuan's understanding and mastery of the sword had undergone earth-shaking changes, and his killing power had significantly increased.
"Buzz!"
At that moment, Gu Xuan noticed the fluctuation of the warning formation outside the quiet room. He peered through the door and saw a disciple standing outside with his hands clasped respectfully.
"What's the matter?" Gu Xuan spoke lightly, his voice carrying through the door.
"Return to Gu Zhenchuan," the disciple replied, his expression respectful as he saluted. "The Seventh Princess has sent someone here. Please come over; they are already waiting outside the Xuanguan Gate."
Hearing this, Gu Xuan was momentarily taken aback, then realization dawned on him.
It must be the day the secret realm opens!
With that thought, he stood up and walked straight to the door.
Creak.
The door of the quiet room opened, and Gu Xuan stepped out. "I see, thank you."
"Gu Zhenchuan is too polite," the disciple said, a bit flattered, and hurriedly saluted again.
Gu Xuan walked out of Zhuxuanguan and saw a warrior waiting nearby. Upon noticing Gu Xuan, the warrior immediately stepped forward to salute.
"I already know your purpose. Take me there," Gu Xuan said, glancing at him and speaking in a low voice.
"Yes," the warrior nodded obediently and began to lead the way.
Elder Shaoguang also followed closely behind Gu Xuan as soon as he left his seclusion.
As a daoist, it was his duty to protect Gu Xuan at all times, ensuring that no mistakes occurred.
After half an hour, Gu Xuan arrived at a manor and met Ling Baishuang.
In addition to her, dozens of warriors had gathered there. A brief glance revealed that they were all at the ninth level of the Tongxuan Realm, exuding strong auras—definitely not mediocre.
This made Gu Xuan nod slightly in approval.
It seemed that Ling Baishuang had indeed made extensive preparations for this trip to the secret realm.
"Gu Zhenchuan, you're here!" Ling Baishuang greeted him with a bright smile, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "We can set off as soon as everyone is ready."
Gu Xuan returned her smile, feeling a sense of anticipation building within him. "I'm ready. Let's not keep the secret realm waiting."
Ling Baishuang nodded, and with a wave of her hand, she signaled for the warriors to gather around.
"Listen up, everyone! We are about to embark on a journey to the secret realm. Remember, our goal is to retrieve the Fengqi Guqin, and we must work together to ensure our safety and success. Follow my lead, and we will navigate through the challenges ahead!"
The warriors nodded in agreement, their expressions serious and focused.
Gu Xuan felt a surge of determination as he stood among them. This was not just a chance to explore a secret realm; it was an opportunity to test his newfound strength and understanding of kendo.
With everyone prepared, Ling Baishuang led the group toward the Xuanguan Gate, where the entrance to the secret realm awaited them. The air was thick with anticipation, and Gu Xuan could feel the energy of the moment pulsing around him.
As they approached the gate, a shimmering portal began to materialize, swirling with vibrant colors. Gu Xuan took a deep breath, ready to step into the unknown and face whatever challenges lay ahead.