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Chapter 484: Departure
Chapter 484: Departure
As more and more Heavenly Sects gathered in the Ancient Immortal Realm, a familiar aura approached. Gu Yan and the other two immediately turned their heads and saw Li Tiemu flying over on a gourd, followed by other disciples and elders from the Nine Depths of the Great Dream.
"Master."
The three of them spoke up immediately, feeling a sense of reassurance.
In the vast Ancient Immortal Realm, even as prodigies, they felt somewhat isolated. After all, everyone around them was a monster in their own right. With their mentors by their side, they could display their auras freely, while the three of them had to be cautious to avoid any immediate setbacks.
"Uh-huh, your Eldest Senior Brother has told me about your situation. You haven't disappointed me."
Li Tiemu felt the changes in his three beloved disciples' realms and smiled with satisfaction. Compared to three years ago, they had all made significant progress. This time, they might even make it into the top thousand.
After all, compared to other Heavenly Sect disciples, Li Tiemu believed that Gu Yan and the others were only lacking time.
If they waited until their soul ages reached over two thousand years, with their talent, they would surely easily make it into the top thousand, and perhaps even more. Especially Gu Yan, who had the potential to break into the top ten!
"Master, didn't Hao Tian come with you?"
Murmuring Qingwu glanced behind Li Tiemu, seeing only empty space, and couldn't help but ask.
Gu Yan and Yue Xi also craned their necks to look but didn't see that familiar figure.
"I thought he might catch up to the border later and join you."
Li Tiemu's brows furrowed slightly when he heard Murmuring Qingwu's words. He scanned the surroundings and sighed, a hint of helplessness on his face.
"That kid, he never gives me a moment's peace. I don't know where he's run off to. It's been three years, and he hasn't even sent a message. Does he still have any respect for his Master?"
The three of them exchanged glances, remaining silent, but their eyes spoke volumes: clearly not.
Li Tiemu sighed, but then his expression softened. "You don't need to worry. That kid got lucky and received the Chaos Fish treasure from the Dream Lord. That thing can predict good and bad omens and even protect him from a disaster. If the Chaos Fish breaks, the Dream Lord will sense it. But there's been no sign of that yet."
Hearing his words, the three of them looked at each other, feeling a slight relief.
At this moment, the other disciples from the Nine Depths of the Great Dream also landed nearby, including the old woman from the Sword Abyss and Zhou Qingyun, who led their own disciples.
When Zhou Qingyun saw the changes in Gu Yan and the others' auras, his eyes widened slightly, and he smiled.
"Old Li, it looks like your disciples will make significant progress this time, aside from Hao Tian."
"Southern Domain Battle, how could they not participate?"
Li Tiemu laughed, pride evident on his face.
"We are of the same sect and the same abyss, so we all benefit together. I hope they all perform well in the Southern Domain Battle and secure good rankings!" the old woman said softly.
Li Tiemu looked at their disciples and noticed a significant improvement. A smile spread across his face.
Beside the old woman, Lin Mingrong, who had broken into the top thousand three years ago, scanned Gu Yan and the others but didn't see that familiar figure. Her brows furrowed as she asked Li Tiemu, "Elder Li, where is your disciple?"
"Do you mean Hao Tian?"
Li Tiemu glanced at the young girl, noticing that her aura was more profound and restrained than before. Though still in the True Immortal Realm, she exuded a subtle Dao resonance. He chuckled lightly.
"Hao Tian is just a playful kid. Who knows where he's off playing right now."
"Playful?"
Lin Mingrong was taken aback, immediately recalling the events from three years ago in front of the Dream Lord. That young man had followed her to meet the Dream Lord but was kept behind alone, achieving the highest ranking among all of the Nine Depths of the Great Dream at the time.
However, afterward, he didn't continue cultivating with them and left the Langya Painting Realm.
"My disciple, let's not mention him. You all focus on your efforts. Everyone else is improving, so don't fall behind."
Li Tiemu said with a smile, though the affection in his eyes was evident.
"Mingrong, focus and work hard."
The old woman gently said to her beloved disciple.
Lin Mingrong's eyes narrowed, and she nodded, taking a deep breath before walking into the wasteland with her sword.
"You three, go ahead. Let me see the results of your three years of hard cultivation."
Li Tiemu smiled at Gu Yan and the others.
Gu Yan and the others' eyes turned sharp. Though they hadn't encountered ancient demons at the border, their battles with the military's strong warriors were no less intense. The relentless training and the constant pressure of the figure who had achieved the 19th ranking always drove them to strive.
Even in their dreams, they ran and chased.
Three years have passed, and even if they can't catch up, they want to see just how much the gap has narrowed!
Whoosh!
Gu Yan raised his sword and led the way, following Lin Mingrong's figure.
Murmong Qingwu managed to say goodbye to Li Tiemu, and Yue Xi also bowed before chasing after them.
"These two kids."
Li Tiemu shook his head slightly but didn't mind, instead looking towards Spear Abyss.
This time, apart from Li Hao, Spear Abyss also produced some promising talents. It was said that after three years of diligent cultivation, they received high praise and guidance from the Dream Master in the Langya Painting Realm, making rapid progress. It remains to be seen whether they can support the entire Nine Depths of the Great Dream alongside that kid!
...
Apart from the Nine Depths of the Great Dream, disciples from other Heavenly Sects also began to take action.
"Hao Tian, Southern Domain Battle, I will catch up to you!"
In the Ten Thousand Mountains Sword Tower, a graceful figure in a green robe stood at the edge of the massive sword Realm Artifact. Her gaze swept towards the direction of the Nine Depths of the Great Dream, but she didn't see the familiar figure.
She knew he probably hadn't arrived yet; otherwise, even in a crowd of millions, she would have spotted him with just one glance.
Just like a sword enthusiast could find their own sword among millions of others.
"Qing Ying, follow me, and I can help you cross the Tenth Wasteland and secure a spot in the battle."
Suddenly, a voice sounded beside her.
A young man in a snow-white silk robe stood behind Lin Qingying, his expression indifferent, his eyes filled with a calm disdain, as if nothing in the world mattered to him. However, when his gaze fell on the green-robed woman, a gentle look appeared in his eyes.
Lin Qingying snapped back to reality and shook her head. "No need, Eldest Senior Brother. I want to rely on my own abilities."
"You've only just started, and with your talent, you should be qualified to participate in the Southern Domain Battle. However, the Immortal Dynasties have moved up their assessment. If you had two more years, you would definitely be able to make it on your own; I'm just trying to lend you those two years."
The young man said calmly, the gentle look in his eyes fading.
Lin Qingying shook her head slightly. "I can carve out my own time, Eldest Senior Brother. You represent the sect's face; go ahead and push forward yourself."
With that, she didn't wait for his response and directly leaped into the wasteland.
The young man's brows furrowed slightly.
"Senior Brother Hongyi, her personality is aloof, so it's fine if she doesn't appreciate it. How about you take me along?"
A pleasant-sounding woman approached, her eyes clear and innocent, looking pure and adorable.
Tian Hongyi glanced at her and coldly snorted. "You've been a beginner for years. If you had her determination, you wouldn't need to rely on others."
With that, he flicked his sleeve and soared away, ignoring her.
The woman froze, and the innocence in her eyes turned to resentment as she bit her lip slightly.
...
The once quiet wasteland gradually became bustling, with disciples from various sects traversing it.
On the black immortal stele, numerous rank numbers were rapidly changing.
In the Illusion Sea Sect.
Hu Xiaochi returned to the sect, his appearance having undergone a dramatic transformation. His posture was more upright, and his face was more delicate and handsome. If his hair were let down, he would look like a willowy woman.
He looked around but didn't see the familiar figure, frowning slightly. However, he didn't panic and said goodbye to his sect before diving into the wasteland.
In the high sky above the wasteland.
Chu Xiangtian and several other figures stood high up, overlooking the vague phantoms in the wasteland below.
"Look, that's Zhuyu Pavilion's Boya Xuejian, about to enter the wasteland!"
"That Xing Lan is also preparing to enter."
"And Tian Hongyi!"
Their gazes focused mainly on the top talents from various sects.
Among them, the most eye-catching was undoubtedly Zhuyu Pavilion's Boya Xuejian.
He had managed to break into the seventh place on the immortal stele by his own power. It was worth noting that the top ten were usually monopolized by the Imperial Clan, but Boya Xuejian broke this monopoly, entering as a Heavenly Sect disciple!
"Three years have passed. Could he be aiming for the top five?"
"I thought he wouldn't come this time, that he would continue his cultivation. Didn't expect him to come so early."
"I heard he declined the invitations from various seniors and still doesn't plan to rely on anyone. Looks like he has big ambitions, aiming to gain fame in the Southern Domain before negotiating!"
"Can understand that. If I were him, I'd do the same."
"Should we inform Ying Que and give him a bit of a trial?" a well-endowed, richly dressed woman said with a smile.
Chu Xiangtian glanced at her and said coldly, "Don't cause unnecessary trouble. Remember, they are representing Yan Chu in the battle. It's meaningless to exhaust them here. We'll see their true abilities when they face other Immortal Dynasties in the Southern Domain Battle!"
"Brother, don't be angry. I just wanted to let him know the might of the Imperial Clan."
The noble woman covered her mouth and laughed.
Chu Xiangtian narrowed his eyes. Whether her words were true or if they had another purpose, he didn't bother to ponder.
...
Time passed.
As the Ancient Immortal Realm saw intense competition, in the distant border, Qing River Fallen City.
Li Hao stayed in the Water Moon Secret Realm, eating, drinking, and cultivating every day.
Three years had passed. The ten thousand immortal stones he had exchanged for with a hundred thousand immortal merits were mostly used up. His realm had also advanced from the Third Level of the True Immortal Realm to the Ninth Level!
The remaining three thousand immortal stones, combined with the rich immortal power in the courtyard, were enough to help him reach the Tenth Level Perfection of the True Immortal Realm.
After reaching the Ninth Level of the True Immortal Realm, the capacity of his Ancestor Immortal Body had increased significantly. With the continuous flow of power from the Heavenly Stars Pulse, he could unleash even stronger killing moves in an instant!
It was important to note that the strength of immortal power in the True Immortal Realm doubled with each level of advancement!
If his previous immortal power index was 4, it was now 256, 64 times that of the Third Level of the True Immortal Realm!
This was also why the higher the realm, the more difficult it was to advance. A difference of just one or two levels could mean a world of difference in immortal power.
Now, with such vast immortal power, Li Hao could use his various techniques without hesitation, without fear of his power being drained immediately.
Even if it could be replenished continuously, the effects would be vastly different.
"Ten days left. Shouldn't you go check it out?"
In the courtyard, Gu Changming looked at Li Hao and asked with a smile.
"Five more days. Going too early is pointless. It's just a formality to claim the reward", Li Hao replied.
He had already secured his spot, so there was no point in going to the wasteland again, as it wouldn't help him train.
He might as well stay here and enjoy a peaceful five days.
"You really plan to make your grand entrance at the last moment, huh?" Gu Changming couldn't help but laugh.
However, he was very confident in Li Hao. Since he had already secured his spot, the timing of his arrival didn't really matter.
"I won't wait that long. I'll stay there for a few days, meet some old friends, and see how intense it is", Li Hao said with a smile.
One mustn't miss the excitement of such an event.
Gu Changming couldn't help but laugh heartily at this.
Five days flew by in the blink of an eye.
Seeing that the time was right, Li Hao didn't linger. He bid farewell to Gu Changming and left the Water Moon Secret Realm, preparing to head to the Immortal Capital.
On his way to the teleportation point in Mocheng, a graceful figure drifted past him. Li Hao was taken aback, thinking it was just an illusion, but he opened his eyes to see the figure turn and walk into a nearby alley.
He hurried after her and found her standing still at the corner.
"You..."
Li Hao stared at her back, his eyes narrowing in surprise.
The figure slowly turned around, revealing a face familiar to Li Hao.
His heart pounded, and he felt a strange sensation, as if his blood had congealed.
The beautiful figure before him was none other than Mi Xueyao, the ancient demoness he had encountered on the border battlefield!
"How can it be you!"
Li Hao couldn't help but exclaim. How could she be here in Mocheng?
This was the fief of the Human Race, and a crucial frontier!
Mi Xueyao, seeing Li Hao's shocked expression, couldn't help but smile and said, "I sensed your aura just now. Looks like you really do remember me."
She had sensed Li Hao's presence and deliberately moved in front of him to draw him over.
Li Hao was stunned for a moment, then snapped back to reality, "What do you want?"
"Why aren't you concerned about whether I'm safe or not, after being chased by those ancient demons?" Mi Xueyao asked with interest.
"..."
Li Hao was taken aback for a moment before replying, "You're standing right here, aren't you?"
"Hmph!"
Mi Xueyao's smiling face turned cold, and she huffed, "After I helped you by distracting that guy, you're not even a bit grateful."
Li Hao was speechless. Women's moods were indeed unpredictable, and it seemed the Demon Race was no different.
"I'm not shouting or causing a scene, which is already doing you a favor", Li Hao said irritably.
"You can shout all you want, but it won't do any good", Mi Xueyao said, crossing her arms and taunting him.
"..."
Why did this line sound so familiar?
(End of Chapter)
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