Chapter 524: Gathering at Seven Profound Sect
Chapter 524: Gathering at Seven Profound Sect
At the rear mountain valley of Seven Profound Sect.
In the center of the spacious valley, figures were bustling, each exuding a rich aura. These were Bone Marrow Washing Grandmasters, powerful enough to dominate an entire province, yet they spoke in hushed tones, cautious in this place.
A quick glance revealed thousands of Grandmaster-level cultivators gathered here, encompassing nearly ninety percent of all Grandmasters in the Great Xuan world. This assembly was even grander than the Kunlun Dao Assembly from years ago!
In the center, a clean and tidy square held nearly two hundred people, gathered in groups of three or four. Some discussed, while others practiced their martial arts, exchanging insights.
These nearly two hundred individuals were all Blood Transformation Realm experts, the pinnacle of power in their respective states. They represented almost all Blood Transformation Realm cultivators in the world, except for a few notorious figures who had gone into hiding in desolate lands, fearing the world's wrath. Essentially, all the Supreme Elders of various sects and clans had gathered here.
Near the center of the square.
Qin Mengjun stood surrounded by over a dozen Blood Transformation Realm cultivators, who were greeting her.
"Elder Qin, it's been many years. I heard about your setback during your Blood Transformation, and I was truly saddened to learn of the damage to your soul essence. I never expected that you would eventually heal your soul wound, resume your Blood Transformation, and nurture such an outstanding disciple, surpassing all others in the world. It's truly admirable."
One of the Blood Transformation Realm experts took the initiative to greet her.
He was a Blood Transformation expert from the Outer Sea. Years ago, when Qin Mengjun was still at the Bone Marrow Washing level, she had explored the Outer Sea and fought a Demon King alongside him, so they had some connection. However, they hadn't seen each other in decades.
Later, when he heard that Qin Mengjun had resumed her Blood Transformation, he wasn't too surprised, as he himself had also entered the Blood Transformation Realm. He was more astonished by Chen Mu's sudden rise to dominance, sweeping through the world and becoming invincible, all under Qin Mengjun's guidance.
He had marveled at Qin Mengjun's good fortune to have such a disciple.
Why wasn't such a genius from the Outer Sea?
He had heard that when Chen Mu became Qin Mengjun's disciple, she was still recovering from her soul essence injury and couldn't even leave the Seven Profound Sect. She couldn't offer much guidance or help to Chen Mu at that time.
If Chen Mu were his disciple, he would have done everything in his power to guide Chen Mu's martial path... Of course, perhaps he wouldn't have been able to teach much, given Chen Mu's exceptional talent. In a short time, Chen Mu had surpassed his master, reaching heights he couldn't have taught.
"In the past, the Northern Region was filled with chaos, and I was caught off guard, suffering a setback due to my own negligence. Fortunately, there's always a glimmer of hope in the world."
Qin Mengjun responded calmly.
The others nearby nodded in agreement. As Blood Transformation Realm cultivators, they each had their own insights into Qin Mengjun's words. Some thought of the challenging path to the Heaven-Reach Level, but there was always a glimmer of hope. They might not have had the chance to reach the Heaven-Reach Level in their lifetimes, but with Chen Mu's public release of the Primordial Chart and his willingness to teach the world, they now had an opportunity.
Qin Mengjun was surrounded by many Blood Transformation Realm cultivators, discussing past events and trying to establish connections. Yin Heng, on the other hand, had even more company, with over twenty Blood Transformation Realm cultivators surrounding him, chatting happily.
Yin Heng smiled, but his heart was filled with emotion.
In the past, he too had been a Blood Transformation Realm expert, dominating the world. But now, even Heaven-Reach Realm experts approached him, seeking to establish connections. Ordinary Blood Transformation Realm cultivators didn't need to be mentioned, and some unstable sects' Supreme Elders were even respectful towards him, hoping to form ties to alleviate their sect's situation.
Currently, the Seven Profound Sect was the most untouchable power in the world, as long as Chen Mu was there. Disciples of the Seven Profound Sect, bearing its name, could travel the world with ease, regardless of their Five Viscera or Six Bowels Realm cultivation. Few dared to cause them trouble.
For this reason, countless talented geniuses from the Northern Region and the entire Great Xuan world sought to join the Seven Profound Sect.
In the past, the Seven Profound Sect would have eagerly welcomed these applicants to strengthen the sect. However, now the sect is no longer in a rush to expand. They not only consider talent but also character when selecting disciples.
On the other side.
About a dozen figures gathered.
Some had concealed auras, appearing like ordinary mortals, while others had auras as heavy as mountains. They were all Heaven-Reach Realm experts, from both the Great Xuan world and the Outer Sea. Among them was Cang Ming, the Supreme Elder of Tide Listening Cliff, who was discussing martial arts with another Heaven-Reach Realm Supreme Elder.
Suddenly, the crowd's movements paused as they looked into the distance. Two figures approached from afar, one wearing a Daoist robe—none other than Xuan Tian Daozhu, one of the Five Virtues of the world. The other, clad in a plain robe and carrying a single sword, was none other than Donglin Jianzun, Gu Xiaochen.
"Jianzun, Daozhu," someone called out.
As the two walked by, many Blood Exchange Beings greeted them with respectful gestures.
The arrival of Donglin Jianzun and Xuan Tian Daozhu didn't surprise the crowd. After all, Chen Mu was a figure at the apex of the Martial Dao, and in the world of martial arts, strength took precedence. Chen Mu's intention to spread his martial teachings was an unprecedented attraction for all martial artists.
In contrast, the Primordial Chart held less allure for Donglin Jianzun and Xuan Tian Daozhu. At their level, they were less concerned with the Martial Dao within the Heaven and Earth. Instead, they yearned for the Divine Realm's power, which transcended the world.
"Jianzun," Tai Shang Cang Ming, a Celestial Mortal of Tide Listening Cliffs, greeted Gu Xiaochen with a bow.
Gu Xiaochen rose to prominence in Donglin, along the vast sea's edge. During the Outer Sea's demonic disaster, he ventured into the outer seas, slaying demons and aiding Tide Listening Cliffs, who owed him a debt of gratitude.
"Tai Shang Cang Ming, it's been a while," Gu Xiaochen acknowledged with a nod.
"Daozhu, I heard about the demonic disaster, and it was Tian Suanzi who initially divined it. But I wonder, aside from this disaster, did Tian Suanzi foresee anything else through his divination?" someone asked Xuan Tian Daozhu.
The questioner's gaze shifted to Xuan Tian Daozhu, who was the focus of everyone's attention.
In the current world, the impending demonic disaster was a significant concern for these top-tier experts, second only to their pursuit of the Martial Dao. Although news of the disaster spread from Chen Mu, some had noticed that it was initially discovered by Tian Suanzi, the younger brother of Xuan Tian Daozhu, through his divination.
Tian Suanzi's ability to reach the Heaven-Reach Level through the path of heavenly calculation was unprecedented. It allowed him to foresee the demonic disaster, but no one knew if he had discovered anything else.
For instance...
What about matters beyond the Divine Realm?
The question drew everyone's attention to Xuan Tian Daozhu.
Despite the scrutiny, Xuan Tian Daozhu remained composed, merely shaking his head slightly. "No."
"My younger brother only spoke of a great calamity in this realm, but he didn't have time to elaborate on the nature of the calamity. It was Chen Mu who uncovered the source of the disaster," he explained.
Some frowned upon hearing Xuan Tian Daozhu's response, indicating their dissatisfaction with the answer. However, regardless of what Tian Suanzi had revealed, Xuan Tian Daozhu was under no obligation to disclose it unless he chose to do so.
No one could force him to reveal more.
Perhaps only one person could—the Martial Saint, Chen Mu.
As some pondered, others frowned, and a few eyes glimmered with anticipation. Suddenly, Xuan Tian Daozhu spoke again, "Actually, my younger brother did mention something else. He said that the path to survival might lie in the Great Wilderness."
The Great Wilderness?!
The crowd's expressions changed upon hearing this. As Celestial Mortals, they were well-acquainted with the Great Wilderness, a mysterious and unfathomable realm beyond the Great Xuan World.
The Great Wilderness connected not only to the Great Xuan World but also to other distinct worlds. Traveling through it to reach other worlds could indeed be a way to escape the demonic invasion and avoid the impending disaster.
However, the issue was...
While these Celestial Mortals and Blood Exchange Beings could enter and survive in the Great Wilderness, what about their disciples who hadn't reached the Blood Exchange Realm? What about their families, friends, and acquaintances?
Wouldn't relying on the Great Wilderness as an escape route mean abandoning this realm, their sects, and everything they had built?
Disappointment flashed in some eyes, and they shook their heads inwardly.
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If this demonic catastrophe proves to be overwhelmingly hopeless in the Great Xuan World, then seeking a path to survival in the Great Wilderness is not a bad idea. If he can reach the Divine Realm in the future and return to the Great Xuan World to annihilate the demonic race, it would be a way to avenge the human race of this world. After all, that's how he had come this far.
Solitude Venerable had already made such calculations in his mind. As one of the Five Virtues, he had also learned some truths about the demonic race from others, knowing that there were Divine Realm beings within the demonic race. However, it was still uncertain whether the Divine Realm beings could descend upon this world.
Even if the Divine Realm beings couldn't descend, a race capable of giving birth to the Divine Realm would undoubtedly be countless times stronger than the creatures of the Great Xuan World. It would be like the invasion of the Great Xuan World's martial artists into the Xunmu Heavenly Realm. Without the Spirit People Ancestor, the Spirit Human Tribe would be powerless to resist.
"This Great Wilderness is still too mysterious and unpredictable."
"I've explored the Great Wilderness seven times, and each time I entered, I found myself in a different region."
Someone spoke up about the Great Wilderness.
"Hmm, the Great Wilderness is indeed filled with countless dangers. The deeper you go, the more perilous it becomes, and there are even some bizarre creatures. I once encountered a terrifying and bizarre creature deep within the Great Wilderness. If I hadn't escaped at the first opportunity, I would have surely perished at its hands."
The Heavenly Lake Island Master spoke up, and his words caught the attention of many.
The Heavenly Lake Island Master was one of the Five Virtues, and in this world, he was almost the strongest, second only to Chen Mu. The fact that there were creatures in the Great Wilderness that even he had to flee from was undoubtedly startling.
Although everyone knew that the deeper one ventured into the Great Wilderness, the more dangerous it became, the exact extent of the danger was still unknown. Most people wouldn't take excessive risks and would explore within relatively safe boundaries.
"I do know a thing or two about the bizarre creatures in the Great Wilderness."
Donglin Sword suddenly spoke up.
"Oh?"
The Heavenly Lake Island Master looked at Donglin Sword with a hint of surprise.
After a brief moment of contemplation, Donglin Sword said, "During my exploration of the Great Wilderness, I discovered something unexpected. Beings above the Divine Realm cannot enter the Great Wilderness. Only those below the Divine Realm are able to step into it. The bizarre creatures born deep within the Great Wilderness are categorized as 'Ninth Rank', and some also refer to them as 'Lower Divine Tier Nine'."
Upon hearing Donglin Sword's words, Cang Ming couldn't help but ponder, "Lower Divine Tier Nine? I wonder where our strength stands in comparison. Fourth Rank? Fifth Rank?"
Donglin Sword glanced at Cang Ming and shook his head. "As far as I know, our strength as martial artists is quite weak in the Great Wilderness. Only by reaching the Blood Transformation Realm can one be considered at the First Rank, and even cultivating to the Heaven Human Realm would only allow one to reach the Second Rank."
At these words, everyone present exchanged glances.
They all knew that they were far from the Divine Realm, but this seemed a bit too far-fetched! Even Heaven Human Experts were only at the Lower Divine Tier Two.
"Lower Divine Tier Two... It seems we've been narrow-minded."
Upon hearing Donglin Sword's words, the Heavenly Lake Island Master couldn't help but shake his head in amazement. If even Heaven Human Experts were only at the Lower Divine Tier Two, then he, being slightly more advanced, would probably only reach the Third Rank.
As for Chen Mu?
During the Kunlun Discussion several years ago, Chen Mu's strength was unparalleled in the world, but it wasn't without limits. He was either at the Fourth Rank or the Fifth Rank. It was rumored that Chen Mu had made some progress recently, but could he have reached the Sixth Rank?
Even if he had, the gap between him and the Divine Realm would still be vast.
Although Chen Mu's talent and intelligence were unmatched, each step beyond the Blood Transformation Realm was like crossing a chasm. The gap between Lower Divine Tier One and Two was significant, and the climb from Lower Divine Tier Four to Five, Five to Six, and beyond would likely be even more challenging.
After learning this information and considering the demonic disaster, the expressions of those present changed.
The demonic race had Divine Realm beings, so if they could give birth to such beings, was it possible that they also had Lower Divine Tier Nine beings? If not, then what about the Eighth or Seventh Ranks? If such beings were to come to the Great Xuan World, they might be a force that the entire world would struggle to match.
The martial artists of the Great Xuan World might be even more outmatched by the demonic race than they had anticipated.
Moreover, there was one crucial factor: the demonic disaster could strike at any moment, leaving little time for the world to prepare.
(End of Chapter)
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