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Chapter 365: True Energy of the Eternal Dao Domain (Part 1)
Chapter 365: True Energy of the Eternal Dao Domain (4K Chapter + 1!) (Part 1)
"This time, the All Heavens Contest has seen the youngest participant yet!"
Many people couldn't help but feel excited, but there were also numerous doubts and suspicions. They wondered if the young man had used connections or some other means to secure a spot in the Minor World, for how could someone just 26 years old not only reach the Dao Law Realm but also become one of its top experts?
This battle drew a lot of attention, and soon someone stepped up to challenge him.
However, the challenger came from a lower-tier Minor World Holy Land. The Holy Sons from the upper-tier Minor World Holy Lands didn't bother to take such an advantage, as even a victory wouldn't bring them glory.
"26 years old, that's far too young. Come back after another decade of cultivation, but by then, you'll be 126 and will miss the next Heaven's Pride Battle. It seems you were born at the wrong time!"
A young man leaped onto the Battle Platform, announced his name, and the battle began.
Li Hao's eyes showed hope, as they were both from the Great Yu Divine Dynasty, and he naturally hoped that Mingyue Sword would win.
As the battle unfolded, Mingyue Sword quickly unleashed four Ultimate Realm powers.
Like Bian Ruxue, he had a weakness from his time in the Mortal World, unable to condense the Heaven and Earth Dharma Image at the Ultimate Realm.
Among those present, only Li Hao had managed to condense the Heaven and Earth Dharma Image in the Mortal World.
Even Ji Xuanshen, who had inherited the will of the Ji Family's ancestor, a fallen Sage, through Will Soul Continuation, was inferior in this regard.
The Saint Path Soul Continuation could be condensed 270 times, but compared to 360 times and reaching the Ultimate Realm, it still fell short.
However, the Saint Path Soul Continuation was different from the Enlightenment Soul Continuation. The Saint Path Soul Continuation could mimic a Sage, observe the workings of Heaven and Earth, and if the cultivator's character was strong enough, they could condense the Soul Continuation again to reach the Heaven and Earth Dharma Image.
Ji Xuanshen had used this method to advance from the Saint Path Soul Continuation to the Heaven and Earth Dharma Image, reaching the Fifth Ultimate Realm.
Mingyue Sword and Bian Ruxue, on the other hand, had the Enlightenment Soul Continuation, which meant they had no room for advancement and could only reincarnate to explore this realm.
Soon, with the opponent displaying the Heaven and Earth Dharma Image, Mingyue Sword found himself in a dire situation. Many were surprised, wondering why he didn't use his Dharma Image in the fight, guessing he was hiding his true strength, but in reality, he simply couldn't.
Li Hao frowned slightly, knowing that if this continued, Mingyue Sword might lose and fall outside the Top 100.
But for Mingyue Sword to reach this point was already a remarkable feat, especially given his shallow foundation at just 26 years old.
Moreover, 14 of those years were spent cultivating in the Mortal World, and he had only been in the Land of Sages for 12 years. To achieve this level was truly rare and quite impressive.
In the midst of his dire situation, Mingyue Sword suddenly burst into action. Sword light surged like a tide, and from his pure Ultimate Sword Intent, a trace of the Dao became evident!
That trace of the Dao made his sword moves exquisitely precise, instantly breaking through the opponent's defenses and Dharma Image. With one swift strike, he pierced through the Dharma Image!
Following this, Mingyue Sword launched a rapid and fierce assault, sword light continuous and relentless. He turned the tables, maintaining the upper hand for a moment, and ultimately pierced through the opponent's chest, splattering blood.
Mingyue Sword had narrowly won this battle!
Seeing this 26-year-old young man triumph on the Battle Platform, displaying the Four Extremes Realm and sword art nearing the Entry to Dao, everyone was stunned.
Even the hidden Saints of the Thirty-Three Heavens present couldn't help but glance at the Sage of the Primordial Sanctuary, a hint of envy in their eyes.
What a fine disciple he has taken on! Even if he doesn't make it into the Top 100 in this battle, he is sure to have a place in the future world!
This battle has made Mingyue Sword a household name!
Although his combat prowess is clearly not as impressive as the prodigies from the Upper Realms, he has still amazed countless people. After all, he is so young, only 26 years old!
"True to form, Junior Brother Mingyue Sword is amazing!"
"He is our Primordial Sanctuary's most promising candidate for Ascension!"
"Indeed, and Junior Brother Mingyue Sword possesses the Dao Heart Dao Body, a rare and promising Dao Body for achieving Sagehood through Sacrificial Dao!"
"Let me tell you a secret: Junior Brother Mingyue Sword comes from the Mortal World and has only been cultivating in our Holy Land for twelve years!"
Many disciples of the Primordial Sanctuary, sensing the shock of the onlookers, felt a sense of pride and shared more astonishing news.
Learning that this young man came from the Mortal World, many were stunned, immediately recognizing his terrifying talent, which left them speechless.
As the crowd cheered, in the waiting area, some Holy Sons from the Middle Realms had thoughts swirling in their eyes. One of them immediately stepped onto the Battle Platform, unwilling to miss this surefire opportunity to secure a spot in the Top 100.
At this moment, Mingyue Sword was greatly exhausted and had revealed many of his sword move secrets. If he were to face another opponent, they would be more cautious, unless he had some hidden cards.
Soon, with the second challenger stepping onto the platform, he immediately displayed the Fifth Ultimate Realm, launching a powerful assault. Mingyue Sword, who hadn't had time to recover, had used up his Enduring Power in the previous battle. Now, using the Divine Power State to recover, the speed was clearly much slower. Before long, he was defeated.
Although his Sword Art and Four Extremes Realm gave him a chance to break into the Top 100, it was clear that he had become a target for many, an easy target to exploit.
As Mingyue Sword was defeated, many expressed their regret. If he could have entered the All Heavens Top 100 at 26, it would have been a legendary tale, a glory to be remembered for a thousand years.
However, despite his defeat, Mingyue Sword left a deep impression on countless people, and his performance was not inferior to that of the victor.
After Mingyue Sword left the platform, others began to step up and defend their positions.
Not long after, Lin Qingying also stepped onto the platform.
Dressed in a green robe, she appeared elegant and serene, as if she were a tranquil green lotus in the forest, isolated from the world.
When Lin Qingying stepped onto the platform, many disciples from the Sword Ancestor Sanctuary cheered and shouted to support her.
Her face remained calm. After stepping onto the platform, she first looked towards Li Hao. Seeing Li Hao smile and encourage her, a gentle expression slowly appeared in her calm eyes.
In this battle, she must secure a spot in the Top 100.
Before leaving, she had spoken to the Sword Saint. If she could secure a spot in the Top 100, would it help reduce the punishment for her master's mistakes?
The Sword Saint agreed.
As Lin Qingying and Li Hao exchanged glances, in the crowd, Bian Ruxue was also watching this former opponent of hers.
With her keen insights, she immediately noticed Lin Qingying's gaze. Following her line of sight, she saw Li Hao and Lin Qingying looking at each other. Though they didn't speak, there seemed to be a special feeling passing between them through their eyes.
Bian Ruxue's expression couldn't help but change slightly. She had long known that Li Hao was her fiancé, the Brother Hao who had practiced sword skills with her in the courtyard since childhood. But now, the affectionate gaze that once belonged only to her seemed to have shifted to someone else.
She suddenly felt an indescribable discomfort, as if her heart had been gently pierced, leaving her feeling uneasy.
At this moment, not long after Lin Qingying stepped onto the platform, someone chose to challenge her.
Lin Qingying's reputation was not well-known, and many were eager to test their luck, hoping to be the second to challenge and take advantage of any weakness.
Swish!
A Long Sword, blue and frosty, appeared in her hand. Lin Qingying knew that to discourage others from challenging her, she needed to win quickly and decisively.
Otherwise, if they saw her fatigue and her tactics, she might end up in a grueling series of battles, and no one could guarantee she wouldn't be defeated.
As the array condensed, the battle began, and she immediately unleashed her strongest Sword Dao.
Void Sword Dao!
All things return to nothingness, everything is void!
From Utmost Softness to Ultimate, it is dispersion, and from dispersion to Ultimate, it is nothingness!
Just like in the vast, boundless void, everything is nothing. No matter how fierce or sharp you are, what can you strike, what can you wound?
The three-foot-long sword in her hand suddenly vanished, transforming into intangible Sword Intent. In an instant, a beam of light swept past her opponent's neck, leaving a sword mark!
Then, the Sword Edge reappeared.
The young challenger's face changed, touching his throat. Just now, he felt the breath of death drawing near, but it vanished in an instant.
Feeling the wound on his throat, he realized he had already lost.
"Sword Dao!"
In the waiting area, many Holy Sons' eyes gleamed, their gazes fixed on the woman.
Her reputation was not prominent, but she was clearly a formidable figure, her Sword Techniques already Entering the Dao!
"This woman must be a leader within the Sword Ancestor Sanctuary."
"Not just Sword Technique Enlightenment, but an extremely terrifying Sword Dao!"
"I can't fathom or see through this Sword Dao."
Some people's expressions turned serious, noting down the woman's name and appearance.
Inside the Sword Ancestor Sanctuary, Hao Yue Holy Son was taken aback, his pupils slightly contracting.
This was the first time he had seen Lin Qingying display the Void Sword Dao. Although the Array separated them, preventing him from directly experiencing it, he had an inexplicable feeling that her Sword Dao was on par with his Sun and Moon Sword Dao, perhaps even surpassing it!
The graceful figure in the light green robe, whom he had once tried to sever from his heart, now seemed to reappear.
The ease with which she defeated her opponent and her peerless beauty made his heart flutter.
His expression changed, and he quickly realized that if she were to enter the Heart Immersion stage, it would affect his own sword drawing. He swiftly averted his gaze, shifting his thoughts elsewhere.
On the other side, Bian Ruxue was lost in thought.
Her opponent had previously bested her in the Sword Ancestor Sanctuary, but after her own Sudden Enlightenment, she was confident that she could win if they met again.
However, after witnessing this battle, she no longer had that confidence.
Her opponent had improved so quickly—could she have also experienced Sudden Enlightenment?
Bian Ruxue's expression was complex. At that moment, she saw the opponent glance at a young man, who smiled. Her face changed.
A thought vaguely surfaced in her mind, but she quickly dismissed it. It was impossible. Even though Li Hao had shown remarkable talent in Sword Technique Enlightenment in the Canglan World, he was still just a Monster among them. They couldn't be like they were in her childhood, when he used to guide her.
In her childhood, Li Hao's guidance had greatly improved her Sword Art, but that was only basic Sword Art, incomparable to what she knew now.
Despite her persistent denial, Bian Ruxue's face remained pale, a sudden feeling that she had lost something.
Lin Qingying's Dao-Entered Sword Techniques easily defeated her opponent, dispelling many prying eyes and thoughts. No one dared to challenge her again, and they all remembered her as a strong opponent in the Supreme Young Hero Battle.
Many who had advanced to the Top 100 also took note, memorizing her appearance.
Not long after Lin Qingying's match, Chiguang, Hao Yue Holy Son, Lin Shuhai, and others also took the stage to defend their positions.
However, their reputations were not well-known, and they were challenged.
With many of the upper realms' Supreme Disciples unchallenged, the Top 100 spots were becoming fewer. If they didn't act soon, they would miss their chance.
Chiguang displayed the Flame Dao Divine Power, effortlessly suppressing his challenger. After one battle, he gained fame, and no one dared to challenge him again.
Lin Shuhai also showcased the Imperial Book of the Literary Dao, fighting with both elegance and power, leaving a lasting impression.
Hao Yue Holy Son advanced as well, and his Sun and Moon Divine Eyes caught the attention of many.
After these familiar faces took their turns, Li Hao felt it was his time to move.
By now, more than seventy spots in the Top 100 had been filled.
Additionally, some Supreme Saint Disciples had yet to take the stage.
As Li Hao stood up, many eyes immediately focused on him.
In terms of All Heavens' fame, Li Hao was on par with the direct disciples of the Supreme Sages.
Seeing him about to take the stage, a commotion arose in the audience. Many people looked on with anticipation.
"Is Hao Tian finally going to make his appearance? I wonder just how powerful someone who has left their name on the Heavenly Stele and Blood Light can be."
"The Heavenly Stele is just one aspect of the evaluation. Although he is very strong, it’s unlikely we’ll see him in action this time."
"That's right. I heard he was the top of the Canglan World quota battle. Who would dare challenge him? The woman who displayed the Dao Entry-Level Sword Technique earlier is also from Canglan World."
Many people were discussing and eagerly awaiting someone to challenge Li Hao, but their rationality told them that no one would be foolish enough to do so. After all, his reputation and the tales about him were clear—he was a super favorite to win the Heavens' Pride Battle.
Who would be so blind as to provoke him in the Top 100 Battle?
Under the focused gaze of the entire crowd, Li Hao walked toward the Battle Platform.
The massive Bone Reflection Mirror shone, displaying his age.
28 years old!
He had spent ten years fleeing in the void and nearly two years in the Land of Sages.
Seeing the age displayed, the previously lively scene suddenly fell silent, as if someone had hit the mute button. Many Sages' eyes also focused on him, their expressions filled with surprise.
In the waiting area, the Twin-Born Buddha Prince's face darkened. He had long known Li Hao's age and something even more terrifying.
"28 years old?"
"Did I read that wrong, or did the Bone Reflection Mirror malfunction, having measured too many people and worn out?"
As they came to their senses, the venue erupted into heated debate.
Not only the nobles and the Imperial Clan, but also the Sage Sons and Daughters from the All Heavens Holy Land in the waiting area were stunned, their faces showing disbelief.
They all knew this young man who had made a name for himself in All Heavens, but the glaring "28 years old" made them truly realize just how terrifying his talent was, even making them doubt their eyes and their understanding.
28 years old? How is that possible?
To cultivate to such a level in just 28 years, it couldn't be done!
Earlier, Mingyue Sword, at 26 years old, had already shocked everyone. Now, Li Hao, who was only two years older, displayed an even greater gap in strength that couldn’t be bridged by those two years.
"28?"
In the crowd, Bai Yuan from the Mingjia Holy Land, who had already advanced, his face changed slightly. He put aside his flirtatious demeanor and stared intently at the young man in the arena.
On the other side, Qiutian Law’s expression also changed. He gazed deeply at Li Hao, his brows tightly furrowed.
Lin Zhuo from the Yin-Yang Holy Land's face turned grim. Earlier, he had thought about competing with Li Hao, curious about the power behind the Blood Light inscription. But now, finding out Li Hao was only 28 years old? His cultivation time was less than half of Lin Zhuo’s age!
Even if he won, he wouldn’t have much to be proud of.
Looking at that figure, at this moment, the entire Tianyuan World was stunned.
At just 28 years old, he had made a name for himself in All Heavens and left his name on the Heavenly Stele at the highest level.
At just 28 years old, he had won the Minor World quota battle and offended two Sages!
Li Hao’s achievements were no longer a secret; they had already spread throughout All Heavens.
"Wait, he’s only 28 years old, but we heard he was pursued by a Virtual Sage and fled for ten years. That means his actual cultivation time is…?"
"18?!"
As someone gasped in shock, more people were left in a daze.
"He’s not a Supreme Sage’s Disciple after all…"
High in the sky, the Sword Master casually sat behind the Sword Ancestor Sanctuary. He had already discerned that Li Hao was not a Supreme Sage’s Disciple, but this talent was truly exaggerated.
His expression was peculiar. He thought about how Li Hao often came to fish, seemingly neglecting his cultivation. Could it be that in this world, there really are people who can break through realms as easily as eating or drinking?
Even if that were true, the speed of his breakthroughs was absurd…
A smile appeared on his lips as he glanced at the Buddhist Venerable and the Virtual Sage, his eyes narrowing slightly.
If he could weather this tribulation, the next thousand years might belong to him.
After all, only a Supreme Sage has the chance to rule an era of incense.
Not only did the Sword Master see this future, but other Sages also realized it. This cultivation speed was terrifying. To cultivate from Force Mastery to the Dao Law Realm, through nine realms, in just 28 years, was truly extraordinary.
Not to mention the time being pursued by the Virtual Sage; it was impossible to cultivate during that period.
When Li Hao stood on the platform, the entire Tianyuan World erupted in amazed exclamations. Although he hadn't made a move, the revelation of his age had already left countless people in awe and indelibly etched in their memories.
Inside the Primordial Ancestor Holy Land, the Sage responsible for the proceedings was momentarily taken aback, but he quickly composed himself. His gaze swept over the shocked faces in the waiting area, and he asked:
"Who wishes to challenge him?"
There was a brief silence, with no one responding.
Just as he was about to announce Li Hao's advancement, a voice suddenly rang out:
"I will!"
With those words, a Purple-Robed Youth stood up, his eyes filled with coldness.
He was enveloped in a purple aura, exuding an aura of nobility. He came from the Yin-Yang Holy Land in the Zi Yang Realm and was a fellow disciple of Lin Zhuo.
Similarly, he was a direct disciple of the Supreme Sage, and his reputation was extremely prominent.
At that moment, instead of using the Netherwast Teleportation to reach the Battle Platform, he slowly stepped through the air, walking toward the battlefield.
The Bone Reflection Mirror revealed his age: 72 years.
At this age, he was still relatively young among the prodigies.
"It's Yan Qingchuan from the Yin-Yang Holy Land!"
"Actually, it's him. He is a Reincarnation of a Sage, and he has a good chance of making it to the top three. He's actually making his move now, to face off against Hao Tian?!"
"This is the Top 100 advancement battle. They're meeting now, can I even watch this match?"
"Too outrageous, he must be trying to dampen Hao Tian's sharpness!"
Many people were discussing, and the atmosphere on the scene instantly heated up. Everyone was excited, thinking that with Hao Tian's reputation, no one would challenge him at this point. But not only did someone challenge him, it was Yan Qingchuan, a direct disciple of the Supreme Sage.
Outside the arena, Qiutian Law furrowed his brow.
Although he also disliked Li Hao and planned to teach him a lesson in a later battle, that didn't mean he would seek trouble with him now.
This was the Top 100 advancement, and there was no need to reveal their full strength here. Yan Qingchuan was clearly breaking the rules, and he hated it when people did that!
In the arena, Li Hao heard the challenge and looked at the youth, seeing the cold, disdainful gaze and the evident hostility in his eyes.
Li Hao was puzzled. From the noisy cheers, he recognized the youth's identity, but he couldn't recall any interaction with him.
(End of Chapter)
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