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Eventually, things settle into a routine.
Beneath its seemingly ordinary exterior lies...
Yet it contains a hidden secret of harmony with heaven and earth.
"The greatest truths are the simplest; return to the basics!"
Zhang Sanfeng was suddenly startled, his face showing surprise.
Amidst the rolling thunderclouds.
A thunder dragon roared down.
This caused Zhang Sanfeng and the others' internal energy to stagnate.
Only Ximen Yu remained calm.
"Well done!"
Ling Donglai let out a long laugh.
The dazzling sword light shot straight into the sky.
Ripples spread across the void.
The sword light collided with the thunder dragon.
To everyone's surprise.
The sword light was sharp.
In an instant, it split the Thunder Dragon in two.
"this......"
"So incredibly powerful!"
Zhang Sanfeng was speechless.
Li Bai and other dragon heads were equally shocked.
His eyes were filled with disbelief.
Only Ximen Yu knew the truth behind this test of heaven and earth.
The seemingly destructive thunder dragon and tribulation clouds were actually just a bluff.
Any martial artist attempting to break through to the Mythical Realm can easily overcome this obstacle, provided they have a firm will.
The real deadly danger lurks within the heart!
This mental tribulation is what cultivators refer to as the trial of inner demons.
Success means transcending the mortal realm and becoming a saint; failure means being forever stuck at the pinnacle of heaven and man!
Just as Ximen Yu was pondering—
A black light suddenly burst forth from between the cleaved thunder dragons!
The black light was as fast as lightning, instantly disappearing into Ling Donglai's brow.
Having anticipated this, Ling Donglai remained calm, sitting cross-legged in the void with his eyes closed.
Time flows silently—
One breath... two breaths... three breaths...
One hour... two hours... three hours...
Three days later, Ling Donglai, who had been meditating with his eyes closed, suddenly opened them!
A terrifying pressure erupted from his body, sweeping across the surrounding area like a raging tide!
Apart from Ximen Yu and Li Canghai, all the dragon leaders, including Li Taibai, were intimidated by this powerful aura.
The oppressive feeling grew stronger and stronger, as if it would crush them!
If this continues, everyone will explode and die within half a day!
Fortunately, Ling Donglai regained his senses in time and calmed his breathing.
With the pressure suddenly relieved, Li Taibai and the others breathed a sigh of relief, their hearts still filled with shock.
The power of the mythical realm is truly terrifying!
Before him, even those in the Celestial Realm seemed as insignificant as dust. It's unbelievable unless you experience it firsthand!
"Many thanks to the Great Dragon Leader and everyone else."
Ling Donglai smiled and cupped his hands in greeting, but suddenly his expression changed drastically!
While Li Taibai and the others looked completely bewildered, Ximen Yu remained calm and composed, saying:
In an instant, Ling Donglai felt as if an invisible shackle enveloped his entire body.
A flicker of surprise crossed his eyes, and he murmured:
"That sense of calling just now..."
Just moments before, he had vaguely sensed some kind of mysterious call.
The feeling was quite similar to the legendary ascension.
If Ximen Yu hadn't intervened in time, he would have almost followed the summons!
Upon hearing this, Li Taibai and the others all changed their expressions drastically.
They all turned their gaze toward Ximen Yu without prior arrangement.
"This is not a summons to ascension, but a deliberate arrangement by the Heavenly Dao."
Faced with everyone's doubts, Ximen Yu calmly explained.
These words shocked Donglai and the others even more.
Ximen Yu continued to elaborate:
"In reality, there are only eight provinces in the Nine Provinces today."
"One of these provinces had already separated before the Zhou Dynasty."
"His whereabouts are currently unknown."
"However, one thing is certain: that province's strength far surpasses that of our own Kyushu."
"Furthermore, there is a natural barrier separating them."
"That summons just now was Heaven's way of using your breakthrough to the Mythical Realm as an opportunity to bring back the Lost Continent!"
At this moment, Ling Donglai and the others felt their thoughts were in turmoil.
I can understand each word individually, but when they're put together, it's like being lost in a fog!
Seeing this, Ximen Yu calmly waved his hand:
"You don't need to worry about this."
"In my opinion, even without the guidance of Heaven, that lost land will reappear sooner or later."
"Your most urgent task is to concentrate on your cultivation!"
"We must ensure that the Azure Dragon Society always stands proudly at the pinnacle of the Nine Provinces!"
His words carried an undeniable air of authority.
Even with his abilities, no matter how strong that lost state was, he would hardly be able to defeat him.
But he was unwilling to do everything himself.
Therefore, improving everyone's strength is of utmost urgency!
Upon hearing this, Donglai and the others were still filled with questions...
Although they didn't say much, they nodded in tacit agreement, swallowing their doubts.
However, everyone realized a truth—
Becoming stronger is the only way out!
The Great Dragon Head's words clearly implied that when the other state returns, the Nine Provinces will inevitably fall into turmoil.
Only strength can ensure invincibility!
Upon realizing this, instead of feeling dejected, a fierce competitive spirit ignited in everyone's eyes.
As the leading figures of Kyushu in this era, how can their inherent pride be underestimated?
Ximen Yu nodded slightly, about to order everyone to leave, when his expression suddenly hardened.
He suddenly turned around, his gaze piercing the sky like a sword.
The crowd followed the trail and looked up, and after a few breaths—
The Heavenly Ranking was shaken, and a radiant golden light swept across the sky!
All living beings in the Nine Provinces were alarmed, and golden patterns flowed and slowly emerged on the list:
[Ninth Place on the Nine Provinces Power Ceiling Ranking: Xunzi, Cultivation Level: Late Celestial Realm]
[Identity: A Confucian Sage of the Qin Dynasty]
Xunzi, whose real name was Kuang Qing, was a respected Confucian scholar from Sanghai. He inherited the lineage of Confucius and Mencius and opened a new chapter in Confucianism.
[Entered the Confucian school at the age of five, his talent was unparalleled in his time, excelling in both literary and martial arts, a rarity in the world.]
He once said, "Confucianism is divided into civil and military categories; I belong to the civil path," and refused to fight against mountain bandits to conceal his true strength.
[In reality, he is the foremost reclusive master of Confucianism, residing in Xiaoshengxianzhuang]
Thirty years ago, I was confined to the peak of the terrestrial immortals, and I followed Confucius in traveling around the states.
[I stumbled upon the former site of Yu Wudao in Ximen, and received the remaining Daoist essence there, which led to a sudden enlightenment.]
After thirty years of dedicated practice, he finally reached the late stage of the Celestial Realm.
[Heaven's Commentary: A peerless genius, a torchbearer of Confucianism, a mythical realm in sight]
[Heavenly Reward: Longevity Elixir (extends life by three hundred years), Profound Confucianism (contains the true essence of Confucius and Mencius; the higher one's comprehension, the greater the benefit)]
The inscription on the list of successful candidates has faded, and all sounds have fallen silent across the land.
The people held their breath, the warriors clenched their fists, and the emperors and ministers of eight dynasties were all terrified!
Upon witnessing the contents of the Heavenly Ranking, everyone was stunned, their faces filled with disbelief. A profound shock surged within them. It took them a long time to recover from their astonishment, but a deep sense of horror still lingered in their eyes.
Who could have imagined that a wisp of Daoist essence left unintentionally could create a Celestial Realm expert? If it weren't for the undeniable miracles of the Heavenly Dao Golden List, no one would dare to believe such an inconceivable thing!
After a brief moment of shock, everyone suddenly realized—had that forbidden being left behind Daoist traces elsewhere? This thought instantly caused an uproar across the Nine Provinces. A treasure-hunting frenzy swept across the land, especially in remote, rarely visited mountains and dense forests, which became coveted adventure destinations for countless people.
Inside Qinglong Manor, Zhang Sanfeng and the others snapped out of their daze and stared at Ximen Yu with horrified eyes. Li Taibai's Adam's apple bobbed, his voice trembling slightly: "Great Dragon Leader, are you aware of your extraordinary abilities within your family?"
Despite having known each other for many years and regarding Ximen Yu as a god, they were still overwhelmed with awe. Zhang Sanfeng and the others nodded in unison. Even Ling Donglai, who had just entered the Mythical Realm, almost knelt down, his joy at breaking through vanishing instantly.
Ximen Yu glanced at Li Taibai indifferently, then casually tossed the "Tao Te Ching: Five Thousand Words" to Zhang Sanfeng: "Study it diligently, lest you disgrace the reputation of the Azure Dragon Society." Zhang Sanfeng took the book and read it, and was immediately shaken to his core.
Ximen Yu nodded slightly.
The grip on his hand tightened unconsciously.
Xunzi, filled with gratitude, responded solemnly:
"Thank you for your great favor, Your Majesty!"
Ximen Yu casually waved his hand in acknowledgment.
He took Li Canghai's arm and left in an instant.
Deep within the Qin Dynasty imperial palace.
Ying Zheng stared at the Heavenly Ranking, his eyes filled with shock:
"This person's strength is terrifying!"
"No wonder they dared to provoke three major dynasties simultaneously."
Considering the contents of the secret report from the Tang Dynasty,
A look of realization flashed in the emperor's eyes.