817: The Secret Realm of Heaven and Earth is closed

In an unknown valley deep within the Demon Beast Forest.

Numerous cultivators gathered there, their eyes occasionally blazing with excitement as they looked at the Azure Bronze Giant Door standing in the center of the valley.

These cultivators did not meet the requirements to enter the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm. They remained there, hoping to see which lucky individual would obtain the four spirits divine fruit, thus leaping over the Dragon Gate and acquiring immense fortune.

As time passed, the Azure Bronze Giant Door suddenly vibrated with light, and all the cultivators in the valley immediately became alert.

“Hahaha! The Heaven and Earth Secret Realm’s opening time has ended!”

“Those lucky little ones are about to come out. I wonder what they gained in the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm?”

“This Heaven and Earth Secret Realm is appearing for the first time. The precious medicines growing inside are probably at least a thousand, or even several thousand, years old. Even if these little ones who entered it don't find the four spirits divine fruit, getting any single precious medicine would be a huge gain!”

“I wonder if anyone obtained the four spirits divine fruit? That is a treasure more powerful than any precious medicine. If they get their hands on it and trade with those Seniors, they can directly transform into a core member of a major power, a guaranteed eighth-rank expert in the future!”

“…”

Discussions constantly echoed in the valley. The numerous cultivators had varied expressions, but the excitement in their eyes was the same.

There were even many people secretly plotting insidious schemes in their hearts.

This Heaven and Earth Secret Realm was appearing for the first time, unlike other Heaven and Earth Secret Realms that were controlled by major powers, with only their Disciples entering each time they opened.

The identities, statuses, and even strengths of the entrants emerging from the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm next would vary greatly.

With some covert manipulation, those who hadn't entered the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm might even gain an Opportunity.

For a moment, many cultivators’ eyes flickered as they exchanged glances, reaching a consensus to kill and seize treasures without a word.

At this moment, Chutian, Li Qingcang, and others closest to the Azure Bronze Giant Door also showed a hint of excitement on their faces.

Especially Peak eighth-rank experts like Li Qingcang, Chi Deming, and Gu Santong, who had been famous for decades and each controlled formidable powers. Years of tempering had long made them inscrutable, but at this moment, they could barely contain their emotions.

There was no other way; the Opportunity to reach the ninth rank was right before their eyes. Greater strength and a longer lifespan were enough to drive anyone mad.

Buzz! Buzz! Buzz!!!

At this moment, the Azure Bronze Giant Door suddenly shook violently, then erupted with a brilliant light. Figures appeared in the light like dumplings falling from the sky, landing on the ground.

After these figures appeared, the Azure Bronze Giant Door suddenly shot up from the ground, transforming into a streak of light and vanishing into the night.

Regarding the disappearance of the Azure Bronze Giant Door, neither Li Qingcang and the others nor the other cultivators present were surprised.

The entrance to the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm could only be controlled and fixed by tenth-rank Great Emperors. Since the great change in the Netherworld a thousand years ago, no power or individual has been able to capture newly appearing Heaven and Earth Secret Realms; everyone just fences off their territory.

“My young friends, congratulations on returning with treasures from the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm.”

At this moment, Li Qingcang waved his sleeve and flew above the crowd who had left the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm, saying in a resonant voice:

“My promise is still valid. In the presence of all you Fellow Daoists here, whichever young friend has obtained the four spirits divine fruit and is willing to offer it, I will immediately present the promised rewards with both hands.”

And after him, Chutian, Chi Deming, Murong Wan, and others also spoke one after another.

“My Chu Kingdom is the same. The young friend who obtains the four spirits divine fruit can come to me, and I will immediately take you to meet my Chu Kingdom Old Ancestor. From today onward, you will be a Personal Disciple of a True Lord expert!”

“I, Blood Pool True Man, whoever can produce the four spirits divine fruit, I guarantee him entry into the eighth rank within thirty years. Resources, treasures, beauties, wealth—you can choose freely!”

“This concubine, Murong Wan, Snow Moon Palace is not as wealthy as the Seniors present, but if any talent can produce the four spirits divine fruit for trade, my Snow Moon Palace can provide all resources for cultivation to the eighth rank, and offer the position of Vice Palace Master!”

“…”

The voices of the several eighth-rank experts echoed throughout the valley, making the breathing of the numerous cultivators grow heavy.

A Personal Disciple of Kunlun True Lord—in the Chu Kingdom, that was absolutely second only to a few people and above tens of thousands, with monstrous power.

Entering the eighth rank within thirty years also held infinite temptation!

And the Vice Palace Master of Snow Moon Palace made many bodies tremble with excitement, their eyes turning red.

One must know that Snow Moon Palace was one of the few first-rate powers in the Netherworld primarily composed of women. Its Disciples were all of peerless beauty, like Fairies, and were sought after by countless cultivators in the Netherworld.

Producing the four spirits divine fruit to instantly become the Vice Palace Master of Snow Moon Palace—that was simply wonderful!

Countless male cultivators secretly cursed in their hearts, wondering why they hadn't obtained the four spirits divine fruit.

However…

After these powerful individuals made their promises, no one among those who emerged from the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm responded. Many even showed bitter smiles on their faces.

For a moment, the atmosphere became somewhat awkward.

Seeing this scene, the expressions on the faces of Li Qingcang and the others couldn't help but harden. Even in Murong Wan’s eyes, a hint of annoyance flashed.

“Young friend who obtained the four spirits divine fruit, do not worry. I am here today; no one will attempt to seize it, and I can guarantee your safety.”

Li Qingcang was the first to lose his composure, speaking with a hint of dullness in his voice.

As his voice fell, one person in the crowd stepped forward with a bitter smile.

“Senior Li, it’s not that we are unwilling to exchange the four spirits divine fruit for immense fortune. It’s truly that the situation in the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm was complex, and I’m afraid none of us obtained the four spirits divine fruit.”

As he spoke, this person cupped his hands and bowed to the several powerful individuals in the sky, then briefly recounted the situation in the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm.

After listening to his words, the expressions on the faces of Li Qingcang and the others darkened.

Ten thousand Demons gathered, several eighth-rank Great Demon Kings.

Facing such a lineup, even if the cultivators who entered the Heaven and Earth Secret Realm were tied together, they would be no match at all.

“Could it be that I am to miss this Opportunity to advance further again?”

Li Qingcang and the others were silent, thinking helplessly in their hearts.

But just then.

“Seniors, I know who might have obtained the four spirits divine fruit.”

A shout suddenly rang out from the crowd, making Li Qingcang and the others perk up.

“Quickly speak! If it is true, I will not be stingy with rewards.”

Li Qingcang impatiently waved his sleeve, directly pulling the speaker in front of him.

“Thank you, Senior!”

This person, with shifty eyes, showed an uncontrollable ecstasy on his face upon hearing this.

Then, he directly turned and pointed into the crowd.

“Senior Li, I saw this person emerge from the valley where the four spirits divine fruit was located. If anyone could have obtained the four spirits divine fruit, it would definitely be him.”

The direction he pointed was exactly where Wang Chen was located.