233: Chapter 233 Spatial Gate, Qin Realm Assault

"Huh, there's even Xuan Ming..."

"Hmph, this is for the best. If it were the outer layer of the Forbidden Realm of Qin, killing you would indeed be a bit troublesome..."

Hun Tiandi's heart was cold. Without overthinking, he walked forward as the Maple Leaf Forest vanished behind him.

Ahead, an ancient pavilion stood before his eyes.

The fragrance of exotic flowers and rare herbs wafted over in waves, like an ocean of flowers.

The Elder of Sound Valley, who had previously led everyone to the Forbidden Realm of Qin, sat upright in the pavilion, smiling as he discussed something.

Seeing many young people passing the outer trial, he spoke slowly, "Someone has come out in just two hours. They are much stronger than those who came in the past."

The Elder of Sound Valley praised.

This time, Tian Yin's marriage recruitment had attracted many young talents from major powers. It was only natural that those gathered here could emerge within two hours.

"Hehehe, over a thousand people have passed this time. Along with various families and powers, there are also many rogue cultivators. Perhaps some will be willing to join Sound Valley and strengthen our foundation."

Everyone who passed the trial of the Heart Refining Melody emerged from the Maple Leaf Forest and gathered by the pavilion, numbering over a thousand.

"You all have passed the trial of the Heart Refining Melody, cleansing your minds, purifying your souls, and seeing through illusions. The probability of inner demons appearing will decrease. Now, is anyone willing to join Sound Valley?"

His tone carried a sense that they were getting a bargain; one only gets one chance at the Heart Refining Melody in a lifetime.

It was considered a rare opportunity that ordinary people would likely never have the chance to obtain.

Had it not been for the impending great change in Sound Valley, they would never have allowed outsiders into the forbidden realm, let alone let them undergo the tempering of the Heart Refining Melody. It held many benefits for those who experienced it.

If not for Sound Valley's marriage recruitment involving deeper matters concerning the Sound Valley Ancestor's cold jade ancient zither, it would never have been opened to outsiders.

Being able to recruit some loners and rogue cultivators meant Sound Valley wasn't losing out.

After the Elder of Sound Valley finished speaking, he waited for everyone to make their choice.

"Senior, this junior is willing to join Sound Valley. I'm a loner!"

Sound Valley's cultivation methods and Sonic Dou Techniques were very rare in the outside world. Now that there was an opportunity to join, they naturally had to seize it.

Some powerful women, whose goal was not the marriage recruitment, had previously heard they could join Sound Valley and naturally wanted to state their position.

They now made their decisions one after another to officially join Sound Valley.

Over thirty women were willing to join; they could simply follow this Elder to leave later.

"Everyone, you have already passed the outer trial. If you insist on entering the inner layer next, your life and death will be your own responsibility."

"Additionally, those who wish to join Sound Valley cannot participate in the marriage recruitment. Please choose as you wish!"

The Elder of Sound Valley was naturally aware of the forbidden realm's horrors. The inner layer was lethal, and it would be troublesome if he didn't make that clear.

"Please rest assured, Elder. We have made our choice, setting aside life and death; it has nothing to do with Sound Valley."

"I will definitely obtain the cold jade ancient zither and place it before Fairy Tianyin..."

Everyone chimed in, all like bulls in heat, seemingly ignoring the danger entirely.

"Those willing to join Sound Valley, stay where you are. Those who insist on entering the inner layer, please proceed!"

The Elder of Sound Valley stopped advising. He had made it clear; life or death was their own decision.

Learning Sonic Dou Techniques was an opportunity they naturally wouldn't give up, though they had no certainty about finding the cold jade ancient zither.

Buzz!

Then, the Elder of Sound Valley formed seals with both hands. Surging, vast Dou Qi poured out, condensing into the hand seals and striking the air, where white light surged.

Condensing without dissipating, an illusory yet real Spatial Gate appeared, rippling with waves of fluctuations.

"Sound Valley's methods are truly extraordinary. A Spatial Gate is even higher level than a Wormhole; one only needs to step in to reach the world behind it!"

"I've only ever used a Wormhole; this is the first time I've seen such a thing."

"Behind the Spatial Gate should be the true location of the Forbidden Realm of Qin, a spatial world opened up by peerless experts..."

When the Spatial Gate emerged, the young people present marveled, their eyes filled with surprise.

They never expected Sound Valley to use a Spatial Gate for transport.

Behind this Spatial Gate lay an independent world hidden in the endless void, difficult to find even with soul perception.

"Everyone, entering this gate will take you to the true forbidden realm. Once inside, even we of Sound Valley cannot help you. Your life and death are your own responsibility, and any opportunities found depend on your own luck. Please!"

The Elder of Sound Valley spoke with a calm expression, having opened the Spatial Gate and saying no more.

Whoosh...

Immediately, a young man, unwilling to be left behind, leaped into the Spatial Gate. A ripple stirred, and he vanished.

The surrounding energy did not vibrate.

With someone leading the way, others entered one after another, using movement Dou Techniques to rush into the Spatial Gate, fearing others would get ahead.

Hun Tiandi stood in place, unhurried, watching coldly. A Spatial Gate was something that not even first-rate powers in the Central Plains, or even top-tier powers...

...like the Ancient Eight Clans or the Three Great Magical Beast Clans, could necessarily produce.

It was rare to see such a Spatial Gate, opened by a peerless expert from Sound Valley; such methods were truly unfathomable.

He then walked toward the Spatial Gate; most who wanted to enter had already done so.

Before the pavilion.

A total of four hundred and seventy people remained, willing to join Sound Valley. This was not a small number, and their cultivation talent was above average.

This move by Sound Valley would indeed greatly increase its strength.

In the future, if they were taught Sound Valley's Sonic Cultivation Methods and Sonic Dou Techniques, their strength would surely soar.

Thus, the Elder of Sound Valley stroked his beard, very satisfied.

The Heart Refining Melody in the Maple Leaf Forest, seeing through the past, present, and the self!

Hun Tiandi no longer hesitated. Looking at the Spatial Gate, he gave a word of praise and stepped forward, vanishing from sight.

"Huh... this is..."

Hun Tiandi frowned slightly, feeling a cool sensation. Stepping through the gate, the scenery before him changed drastically, and he appeared in mid-air.

Enveloped by a powerful pressure, he controlled his body and landed slowly.

His eyes warily scanned the surroundings, and upon closer inspection, his heart was filled with shock.

Below him was a continuous mountain range, and above was a layer of mist that blotted out the sky. In the haziness, it was impossible to tell directions.

"So this is the Inner Layer of the Qin Realm..."

He couldn't help but sigh inwardly. The Dou Qi within his body circulated slowly. This Inner Layer of the Qin Realm was an unfamiliar place, so he naturally had to be cautious. Dou Qi flowed through his limbs and bones, ready to launch an attack at any moment.

Buzz!

Suddenly, a strange sound rang out from the mist ahead, carrying a murderous tone. Fast as lightning, it charged toward Hun Tiandi.

Like a phantom, it lunged toward his chest with lightning speed.

His pupils constricted, his heart rate quickened, and he let out a startled cry.

"Hmph, Half-Step Crushing Fist, Nine-Fold Force!"

Hun Tiandi gave a cold snort. His body instinctively sank into a stance, and he led with the Half-Step Crushing Fist, now able to unleash the Nine-Fold Force.

The fist force was like ocean waves, stacking layer upon layer until it reached the peak of the Nine-Fold Force.

With one punch, the air exploded. The mist before him was like boiling water, rippling and spreading in all directions.

Dou Qi surged forth, coiling around the fist's light. With a step, he struck out.

Crack!

Facing the attack, the fist light condensed from Dou Qi collided and was forcefully shattered. The powerful force made his body tremble.

"Who is it? Get out here!"

Hun Tiandi's expression was grim. A wound appeared on his palm, and blood dripped out. It was actually a Sound Blade.