652: Taoist soldiers, holy land

“Supreme Treasure…”

In Xuanyu Swamp, numerous figures were startled by the illusory precious bead that suddenly appeared within the crimson pillar of light.

The profound and rich essence emanating from the crystal-clear red precious bead illusion was so deep and potent, captivating the minds of Cultivators, regardless of their cultivation level.

“A truly supreme treasure…”

Each figure was certain in their hearts, their eyes glowing with a crimson light—the burning flame of ambition.

Boom!

The moment the illusory precious bead appeared, Xuanyu Swamp completely erupted.

This commotion, carried by streaks of spiritual light, rapidly spread to the boundless distances.

Om~

At the center of Xuanyu Swamp.

The crimson pillar of light trembled slightly.

Its radiance spread, sweeping outwards.

It annihilated every probing figure, erasing them from existence between heaven and earth.

The remaining figures felt an uncontrollable fear, suppressing the fervent light in their eyes.

This was not something they could covet… Among the Cultivators who had dared to probe, there were many Nascent Soul Old Monsters, and even several Soul Transformation Venerables.

But upon touching the light emanating from the red pillar, they were effortlessly obliterated without any resistance.

Everyone fell silent.

Yet, there were still those with lingering hopes who continued to probe.

At the same time.

In Yaoguang Domain, above Xuanyuan Pass, a stream of light swiftly headed towards the capital city.

Deep within the Imperial City.

A graceful and noble peerless figure appeared, taking a single step and vanishing into the depths of the imperial palace.

Within the Luohe Zhao Clan’s barrier.

A figure, appearing neither old nor young, received a jade token into his hand.

He swept his gaze over it, his expression slightly solemn.

Zhao Guandao's thoughts constantly shifted.

Behind him, a star map materialized out of thin air.

The star map revolved, seemingly pregnant with endless heavenly secrets.

After a long while.

“Forget it…”

Zhao Guandao sighed softly.

“With a Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon appearing, it’s better not to join the commotion…”

A Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon… it might even attract the attention of a Holy Land… Zhao Guandao shook his head and sighed softly.

A so-called Holy Land is a powerful faction with a Heavenly Venerate presiding over it, or one with a Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon.

They are second only to the aloof Ten Great Immortal Sects, who do not meddle in worldly affairs.

Even a declining Holy Land family, with a Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon suppressing it, is not something an ordinary Dao Merging Faction can contend with.

Zhao Guandao waved his hand, and his Immortal Cave once again fell into silence… At this moment.

On Xuan Dao Peak, where Xuan Dao Palace is located, before the stone wall at the peak.

The Palace Master of Xuandao Palace appeared, bowing towards the stone wall.

“Dao Lord, there are signs of a Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon appearing in Xuanyu Swamp.”

The Palace Master of Xuandao Palace relayed the news from the Elder within his sect who had come from Xuanyu Swamp.

The stone wall remained silent.

A moment later.

“No need to concern yourself.”

A majestic voice slowly emanated from behind the stone wall.

“Yes.”

The Palace Master of Xuandao Palace had no doubts in his heart.

Xuan Dao Palace itself already possessed a Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon, held in the hands of the Dao Lord.

Naturally, there was no need to risk seeking another outside.

However, a subtle strangeness surfaced in the heart of the Palace Master of Xuandao Palace.

But after careful consideration, he couldn't find any reason for it.

The Palace Master of Xuandao Palace bowed again and retreated down the peak.

In Feihua Domain, Shenhui Domain, and even Xinlai Domain, news spread.

Mysterious and profound Qi began to manifest between heaven and earth… Deep within Xuanyu Swamp.

Om~

A peerless figure stepped out from the Void Realm.

Revealing the unparalleled beauty of Lady Yao Guang.

As soon as Lady Yao Guang appeared, her gaze fell upon the illusory precious bead within the red pillar of light.

“A Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon…”

Lady Yao Guang’s expression was solemn as she recognized this as a Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon refined by a Heavenly Venerate.

Was this Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon what was hidden at the bottom of Xuanyu Swamp… “Fellow Daoist Yao Guang.”

At this moment.

On the other side, the Void Realm suddenly split open.

A woman in a pink dress, wearing a veil embroidered with delicate petals, emerged from the Void Realm.

“Fellow Daoist Feihua.”

Lady Yao Guang looked at the newcomer, greeting her indifferently.

Female Sovereign Feihua chuckled softly.

Then, she too looked towards the crimson illusory precious bead.

Her expression remained unchanged, her thoughts unknown.

The air fell silent for a moment.

As for the Cultivators still remaining in Xuanyu Swamp.

Upon sensing the powerful Dao Qi of the two, their hearts trembled.

They no longer dared to linger and retreated out of the swamp.

This commotion had actually attracted the attention of formidable beings.

Even if they harbored fantasies, they dared not dream of snatching treasures from such existences.

In the air.

Neither Lady Yao Guang nor Female Sovereign Feihua showed any intention of making a move.

A Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon embodies the Dao of a Heavenly Venerate, it is an Incarnation of the Dao, and Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapons possess spirits; it was clearly not yet time for it to emerge.

If they were to forcibly snatch it, they would likely gain nothing good.

However, neither of them left.

Several days later.

A large group of Cultivators from Feihua Manor entered Xuanyu Swamp.

They expelled the Cultivators who were still lingering there, one by one.

Lady Yao Guang did not pay attention.

Om~

The Void Realm shifted.

Two more figures stepped out from the Void Realm almost simultaneously.

Dao Lord Xinlai, Dao Lord Shenhui (Divine Radiance Dao Lord)… Female Sovereign Feihua’s heart sank slightly.

Although she already knew that the news of this place would surely not escape these old friends.

But seeing the two figures, her heart still sank slightly.

With each additional person.

The ownership of this Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon would become more uncertain.

“Those two didn’t come…”

Female Sovereign Feihua’s heart stirred.

Fellow Daoists Xuantian and Xuan Emperor seemed not to have come… In that case, there might be a chance.

Female Sovereign Feihua swept her gaze over Lady Yao Guang, Dao Lord Xinlai, and Dao Lord Shenhui (Divine Radiance Dao Lord).

“Hehe, Fellow Daoists, we are all old friends, with many years of camaraderie. It would be too unsightly to fight fiercely over this one item.”

“In my humble opinion, why don’t we work together, while the news hasn’t completely spread, to find the true body of this pearl, and then jointly control it?”

Dao Lord Shenhui (Divine Radiance Dao Lord) looked at the other three, who each had their own thoughts, and smiled lightly, suggesting to them.

The path he walked was different from the usual Dao Merging path.

If they truly fought, he might not be a match for these few.

But if he could comprehend this Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon, it might help him advance further.

He could not give it up.

Therefore, his mind churned, and he came up with a compromise.

“Let’s each rely on our own abilities.”

“However, what Fellow Daoist Shenhui (Divine Radiance Dao Lord) said is not without reason. If we attract other Fellow Daoists or even those Holy Land great sects, we might end up with nothing.”

Female Sovereign Feihua was silent for a moment, then nodded with a solemn expression, saying.

“Then let’s join forces to break this pillar of light.”

“As for this precious bead, whoever gets it, it belongs to them.”

Dao Lord Xinlai subtly swept his gaze over the others and responded in a deep voice.

Facing such a supreme treasure, no one was willing to give up.

Most of those Holy Land families and great sects merely had one Heavenly Venerate Dao Weapon for suppression.

“Good.”

Lady Yao Guang nodded.

Regarding the Great Dao, no one could be indifferent.