great-warnovel Chapter 760 Not fit for refined tastes!
Chapter 760 Not fit for refined tastes!
The other Qilin disciples also gathered around, their tone sincere, with no trace of their previous disdain or competitive spirit.
"Yes, junior brother. We were just ordinary people and did not recognize the true dragon. We have offended you. Please forgive us."
"Once the secret realm opens, we will focus on comprehending the Dao in the outer area, while our junior brother will seize the unparalleled opportunities in the core area and break through his realm. We will definitely take our junior brother as our role model, cultivate diligently, and hone our Dao heart."
Jiang Wang nodded slightly and said softly, "On the path of cultivation, everyone depends on their own heart and their own opportunities. You should all focus on comprehending the Dao and move forward steadily."
Seeing this, the white-haired elder spoke loudly: "Alright! The trial has ended, no need for further words! You will all immediately return with me to the sect's palace to recuperate, stabilize your Dao hearts, and prepare to set off together for the Great Dao Secret Realm in three days!"
"I will obey the elder's decree!"
The crowd responded in unison.
The white-haired elder's gaze fell on Jiang Wang, and his tone was gentle: "Jiang Wang, you will come with me. I have many secrets about the ancient secret realm that I need to tell you privately, so that I can help you avoid dangers and seize the greatest opportunities on this trip."
"Your disciple obeys."
Jiang Wang bowed slightly in response.
The elders took the lead and rose into the air, standing above the sea of clouds, surrounded by rosy light and exuding a powerful Daoist aura.
Eight Qilin disciples followed closely behind, each taking to the air to carefully protect the heavily injured Tu Hua, and followed behind the elder.
Jiang Wang moved swiftly, taking a step in mid-air. His graceful figure landed steadily amidst the sea of clouds, standing shoulder to shoulder with the white-haired elder.
The group, in a grand procession, transformed into several streaks of light and sped towards the sect's palace in the center of the auspicious realm.
Above the sea of clouds, a gentle breeze blew. The white-haired elder turned his head to look at Jiang Wang, who stood calmly beside him, and slowly said, "Jiang Wang, do you know what kind of opportunities and dangers are hidden in the Great Dao Secret Realm?"
Jiang Wang gazed at the sea of clouds ahead and calmly said, "This disciple does not know, please enlighten me, Elder."
The white-haired elder spoke slowly, his voice steady and profound: "The Great Dao Secret Realm is an unparalleled Dao Domain left over from the ancient war between gods and demons. It contains countless primordial Daos, including metal, wood, water, fire, earth, wind, thunder, rain, snow, time, space, life, and death. All kinds of Dao essence are contained within it."
"Ordinary cultivators can enter and comprehend the origin of the Great Dao, improve their cultivation, and break through the shackles of their realm. Prodigies can enter and condense Dao fruits, forge an unparalleled Dao foundation, and even touch the threshold of True Immortal."
"But opportunities are accompanied by dangers. The secret realm not only contains ancient killing restrictions and the resentful souls of fallen gods and demons, but also hidden geniuses from all walks of life who lie in wait to seize opportunities. The killing and fighting has never stopped."
Jiang Wang nodded slightly: "Disciple understands. Within the secret realm, the strong prey on the weak, and opportunities must be seized through strength."
"It's good that you understand this."
The white-haired elder nodded approvingly and continued, "Due to the anomaly within the tower, the secrets of heaven are in turmoil this time, the quality of opportunities has skyrocketed, and at the same time, the dangers have doubled."
“In the past, only the local geniuses of the Auspicious Realm competed for the core area of the secret realm. After this change, top geniuses from the surrounding realms will cross over to compete for the supreme Dao origin.”
"Among them are many veteran geniuses who have cultivated for billions of years and are at the peak of the half-step True Immortal realm. They have profound foundations and unpredictable methods, far superior to the guardian phantoms you dealt with before."
Jiang Wang's eyes were clear, and his tone was steady: "No matter who the opponent is, this disciple is ready to fight."
Without a trace of arrogance or cowardice, only absolute composure and confidence.
Seeing this, the white-haired elder was even more satisfied and said with a smile, "Good! What an unparalleled mindset among your peers! I have seen countless people, and your temperament and courage are rare indeed."
"Let me remind you one more time. Deep within the core of this secret realm lies a lotus seed that represents the origin of the Great Dao. It is a supreme treasure that has been condensed over countless millennia within the secret realm. It can help cultivators refine an unparalleled Dao body and directly access the path to true immortality. It is the greatest opportunity in this secret realm."
"Countless geniuses from all realms have come for this treasure. There will inevitably be an earth-shattering battle. You must go all out and fight if you can. If you are not confident, do not be reckless and prioritize your own safety."
Jiang Wang's eyes flickered slightly, and he spoke softly, "I have remembered the Great Dao Lotus Seed."
"In addition, there is another place in the secret realm that is a remnant of the Journey to the West."
The white-haired elder suddenly changed the subject, his expression becoming even more solemn.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Wang's gaze sharpened slightly, and he turned to look at the elder: "The legacy of Journey to the West? May I ask, elder, what is the legacy of Journey to the West?"
This was the first time he had heard this name, and a strange tremor arose in his heart, as if some long-forgotten memory deep within his own Dao foundation had been quietly touched.
The white-haired elder spoke slowly with a solemn expression: "In the ancient Journey to the West calamity, Buddhism and Taoism clashed, gods and demons shed blood, the Three Realms were in turmoil, and countless powerful beings perished, leaving behind endless lineages and legacy scattered throughout the myriad realms."
"My Auspicious Realm Great Dao Secret Realm was evolved from a broken spiritual mountain Dao domain after the Great Tribulation of Journey to the West, and therefore contains many supreme inheritances of Buddhism and Taoism from Journey to the West."
"There are fragments of Buddhist scriptures, Taoist magic, the blood essence of ancient demon saints, the original essence of the staff left by the Great Sage, and countless heaven-defying opportunities, all hidden deep in the secret realm."
Jiang Wang's mind trembled slightly, and he asked softly, "How many years have passed since the Great Tribulation of Journey to the West? Why do the records of the heavens rarely mention this matter?"
"The great calamity is sealed, and the secrets of heaven are concealed."
The white-haired elder sighed softly, his tone distant, "The Great Tribulation of Journey to the West was a top-level calamity in the Three Realms, involving the change of the Dao lineages of all heavens and the rise and fall of gods and demons. After the war, the great powers of all heavens joined forces to seal the secrets of heaven and erased most of the records, so very few later cultivators know the complete story."
"Only in the core texts of major ancient sects and ancient families can we find scattered records of the existence of the legacy of Journey to the West."
Jiang Wang silently kept it in mind and slowly said, "I see. During this trip to the secret realm, I will definitely pay attention to the legacy of Journey to the West and explore the true meaning of the ancient Dao."
"It's good that you have this thought in mind."
The white-haired elder nodded. "Your Dao aura is unique, completely different from that of ordinary cultivators in the heavens. I observe that your Dao foundation faintly resonates with the ancient Dao aura of Journey to the West. Perhaps you can awaken a top-tier legacy that others cannot touch."
"This is also what I have the highest hopes for you. In this secret realm, your greatest opportunity may not be the lotus seed of the Great Dao, but the supreme inheritance of the Journey to the West hidden within it."
A knowing glint flashed in Jiang Wang's eyes, and he replied softly, "This disciple will remember Elder's guidance."
The two chatted and talked along the way, and in the blink of an eye, the group had crossed thousands of miles of clouds and arrived above the sect's palace in the center of the auspicious realm.
The palace is majestic and magnificent, floating above the sea of clouds. It is a place of exquisite buildings and celestial aura, covered with countless Dao patterns, guarding a region of heaven and earth with a grand and imposing presence.
The group landed slowly and stepped into the main hall of the palace.
The white-haired elder turned to look at everyone and said in a deep voice, "You shall all return to the side hall of the palace, meditate and recuperate for three days, and then gather on time. Do not miss the meeting, and do not go out for training on your own. Avoid the dangers and upheavals of the heavens before the opening of the secret realm."
"Yes! We will obey the decree!" The eight Qilin disciples responded in unison, then bowed and withdrew to the side hall to recuperate. Tu Hua, supported by his fellow disciples, also went to heal his injuries and stabilize his Dao foundation.
Inside the main hall, only seven elders and Jiang Wang remained standing.
The red-faced elder looked at Jiang Wang and said with a smile, "Young friend Jiang Wang, your success in this trial has shaken the Auspicious Realm. We have already informed the sect's Supreme Elder. Upon hearing of your achievements, the Supreme Elder was overjoyed and specially sent a message that he would personally open the Supreme Dao Pool for you upon your return from the secret realm to cleanse your Dao foundation and temper your soul."
Jiang Wang bowed slightly and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Supreme Elder, and thank you for your guidance, Elders."
The gray-robed elder smiled and said, "No need for formalities. Your talent is unparalleled and deserves the sect's full support."
"I observe that your foundation in Dao is solid, and your Dao heart is pure, without the slightest flaw. Your only deficiency lies in the depth of your cultivation techniques. Would you be so kind as to have us impart a few ancient, top-tier Dao techniques to you, for use in the battles within the secret realm?"
Jiang Wang shook his head slightly and calmly said, "Thank you for your kindness, Elder. I have my own cultivation methods and do not need to study them separately. I can just focus on my original Dao."
Upon hearing this, the elders were not displeased at all; on the contrary, they praised it even more.
The white-haired elder stroked his beard and smiled, "Good! Guard your original heart, solidify the Great Dao, and do not be greedy for more or seek more. This kind of Dao heart is far more precious than learning thousands of superficial Dao techniques."
"In that case, you should go to the main hall of the palace and meditate in seclusion for three days to consolidate the insights into the Great Dao gained from this tower expedition, conserve your energy, and wait for the secret realm to open."
"Your disciple obeys."
Jiang Wang bowed slightly in greeting.
After speaking, Jiang Wang turned and slowly walked towards the top-level quiet room in the palace. He pushed open the door and entered, shutting out all the noise from the outside world. He sat upright on the futon, closed his eyes to regulate his breathing, and silently sorted out the insights he had gained from clearing the seventh level of the Secret Realm Tower.
Inside the main hall, the seven elders watched Jiang Wang's departing figure and began to discuss among themselves.
"This child's temperament, talent, and combat prowess are unparalleled throughout the ages. After endless silence in our Auspicious Realm, a peerless genius has finally been born!"
"The legacy of Journey to the West has manifested in the world, and the lotus seed of the Great Dao has been born. This journey to the secret realm will surely be his opportunity to rise. Given time, he will surely be able to transcend the Auspicious Realm, roam freely through the heavens, and ascend to the Great Dao of True Immortals."
"I only hope that his journey to the secret realm will allow him to avoid the dangers of the various demons vying for power, safely seize the supreme opportunity, and carry on the glory of our auspicious realm."
The white-haired elder spoke solemnly, “I observe that his Daoist aura subtly aligns with the ancient Journey to the West tradition, indicating that he is no ordinary cultivator from the heavens. His background must be extraordinary.”
"Perhaps, he is the reincarnation of the lineage left over from the ancient Journey to the West calamity, and his rebirth is to restart the supreme Dao."
Upon hearing this, the other elders all became solemn and nodded slightly, agreeing with the statement.
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
On the morning of the third day, as dawn broke, countless golden rays of light fell upon the sea of clouds, causing the Daoist principles of heaven and earth to surge violently, and the entire auspicious realm to become restless.
The grand secret realm opened, and the Daoist chants resounded once more throughout heaven and earth.
"The Great Dao Secret Realm is now open! All the geniuses of the heavens are permitted to enter and comprehend the Dao!"
Inside the palace, all the disciples awoke. The eight Qilin disciples stood tall and straight, their auras steady, having reached their optimal state. Tu Hua's injuries had mostly healed, and his Dao heart, having undergone trials, had become increasingly calm and refined.
Jiang Wang slowly walked out of the quiet room, his aura not leaking out at all. He seemed ordinary, but in fact, his Dao foundation was clear and his Dao charm was restrained. His understanding of the Great Dao was becoming more profound and refined. Compared with three days ago, his combat power had improved by several points.
Seeing this, the white-haired elder spoke loudly: "Everyone, the time has come. The Great Dao Secret Realm is opening. Follow me!"
"Yes!"
Everyone responded in unison.
The group moved in unison, soaring into the air and speeding towards the entrance of the Great Dao Secret Realm in the far east of the Auspicious Realm.
Along the way, the sea of clouds surged, and countless talented cultivators from various forces in the Auspicious Realm converged in the same direction, with streams of light filling the sky and an imposing aura.
Some people spotted Jiang Wang and his group from afar and immediately began to whisper among themselves.
"Those are the Qilin Clan's trial disciples! The young man leading them is none other than Jiang Wang, who reached the top of the Secret Realm Tower trial and triggered the three bell rings!"
"As expected, he possesses extraordinary temperament. Even standing still, he exudes the aura of the Great Dao. No wonder he is a peerless genius who can overcome the seven levels of the mutation!"
"I've heard that he, with his cultivation level of the same generation, crushed the True Immortal-level guardian phantom, and his achievements are unparalleled throughout the ages. He will surely seize the core opportunity of this secret realm!"
"It's a pity that we are not destined for the core area and can only try our luck on the outskirts. If we can obtain even a trace of the Daoist essence left by Journey to the West, it will be an immense blessing."
Numerous voices rose and fell, reaching the ears of everyone present.
Tu Huo spoke softly, smiling at Jiang Wang, "Junior Brother is now a prominent figure in the entire auspicious world, attracting everyone's attention and enjoying immense prestige."
Jiang Wang said calmly, "It's just an empty reputation. In the end, the cultivation of the Great Dao depends on one's own foundation, not on the praise of others."
Tu Hua sincerely said, "Junior Brother's mind is clear and far surpasses ours. No wonder you have achieved such unparalleled success. I have learned a lot from you."
As they spoke, the group had already arrived at the entrance to the Great Dao Secret Realm.
In the far east, a dazzling gate of light, ten thousand feet wide, split open in the void. Within the gate, light flowed and colors surged, and the Daoist aura was overwhelming. Countless ancient runes swirled and danced, exuding an endless, vast, and ancient aura. This was the entrance barrier to the Great Dao Secret Realm.
Outside the entrance, countless geniuses from all corners of the heavens had already gathered, their powerful auras shaking the heavens and earth.
Not only were there native cultivators from the Auspicious Realm, but also countless cross-realm prodigies dressed in exotic attire, exuding a strange and powerful aura. Each of them had sharp eyes, profound knowledge, and hidden talents.
A young man dressed in black robes with a cold face immediately locked his gaze on Jiang Wang in the crowd. His eyes were icy and tinged with contempt as he spoke in a low voice: "Is this the kid who passed through the seventh level of the Aberration Realm and topped the list of the Auspicious Realm Secret Realm?"
An old man beside him bowed and replied, "Young Master, it is indeed this young man. He is young but has some skill. However, he is ultimately just a junior from the lower realm and is not worthy of being in a high position."
The black-robed youth sneered, his tone arrogant: "You mere local prodigies only achieved such results by relying on the local Daoist essence of the secret realm. If you were to truly enter the secret realm to compete, you would be nothing but ants in front of my extraterrestrial prodigies."
"This time, the Great Dao Lotus Seed and the legacy of Journey to the West are destined to belong to my Black Abyss Realm. If Jiang Wang knows what's good for him, he should obediently retreat. If he doesn't, I will personally suppress him and let him know the strength of a genius from beyond the heavens!" The voice was not loud, but it clearly entered the ears of Jiang Wang and the group of Qilin disciples.
Tu Huo's face darkened, and he said angrily in a low voice, "A mere junior from the Black Abyss Realm dares to be arrogant and presumptuous in my Auspicious Realm, and even dares to look down on Junior Brother Jiang Wang!" (End of this chapter)