254: Shen Tianxing has broken through! With her around, no one dares to make a move.

On the enlightenment platform!

Shen Tianxing sat upright, surrounded by a dense, mist-like azure glow, completely enveloped and appearing faintly.

He had been cultivating here for an unknown amount of time; his Aura grew stronger each day, and the extremely rich Spiritual Qi had gradually thinned.

Shen Tianxing didn't know that outside, the Saints and Prodigies from the Inner Sea and Outer Sea had already finished their cultivation. Some had even left once to seek other Opportunities and then returned here.

Of course, some had not left but had remained here, cultivating while watching the Tomb where Shen Tianxing was located.

Zhu Zixi, Wan Tianchao, Teng Mu, Ling Yu, and Shen Xu were among those who hadn't left for a moment.

"It's been nine months. The first level of the Azure Dragon Secret Realm, a year's time, is almost over, yet Shen Tianxing hasn't even emerged from seclusion?"

"Just what level has his Divine Soul cultivation reached, to be able to suppress the remnants of ancient demons from corroding him!"

Ling Yu opened his eyes. Not far away, Zhu Zixi and the others also sat cross-legged, their expressions grave as they looked at the distant Tomb.

Not everyone could persist on the enlightenment platform for nine months. Even these Prodigies and Saints of the Inner Sea had only managed to last seven months at most!

During cultivation, the erosion from the Divine Soul remnants of those great demons and monsters grew heavier day by day, eventually reaching an intensity that prevented them from cultivating peacefully, forcing them to withdraw.

The longer the time, the stronger those demon remnants would become!

Cultivators like Zhu Zixi and Wan Tianchao were basically forced to interrupt their secluded cultivation after about seven months. In these seven months, their strength progressed very rapidly!

Each of them had almost reached the Soul Palace Ninth Level Peak, just one step away from entering the Half-step Celestial Phenomenon Realm!

Such growth, if it were outside, would be impossible to achieve without several years, but here, in just a few months, one can imagine how much of an improvement it was for them!

However, Shen Tianxing still hadn't emerged!

After nine full months of cultivation, even the Cultivators who had gone out to seek Opportunities had returned, yet he remained as steady as a mountain. The one-year deadline was almost upon them!

No one knew what level he had reached now!

"Hmph! He's only at Soul Palace Eighth Realm. At most, he can reach Soul Palace Ninth Level. It's impossible for him to surpass us!"

"How can a mere Human Race Cultivator compare to us Saints and Prodigies?"

Wan Tianchao was the most unconvinced and the most regretful!

Originally, this largest enlightenment platform should have belonged to him, but out of apprehension, he chose to back down.

He had thus handed over the greatest Opportunity, so it was no wonder he felt no joy in his heart!

"Everyone, Shen Tianxing, with the help of this Opportunity, will likely be truly on equal footing with us. If we don't deal with him, when we reach the Fierce Domain, we might become thorns in his side!"

"If there's an Opportunity, it's best to deal with him as soon as possible."

Zhu Zixi spoke coldly.

Although he gave way readily at the time, in his heart, he already wished Shen Tianxing dead.

Such a person, from birth, possessed the best of everything. Almost everyone had to defer to him. How could his inner pride allow him to be trampled upon?

Shen Tianxing must die, no matter what method was used!

Even with Fairy Liu's presence, he could not be spared!

Everyone came from the Inner Sea. To some extent, when facing external enemies, they had always stood together against a common foe, and this time was no exception!

Shen Tianxing was, in fact, their greatest opponent!

"Brother Zhu, Brother Wan, I have no objection to your ideas, but before entering the Fierce Domain, it's best for us to keep a low profile."

"Fairy Liu is right there. If she finds out, she might strike first!"

Teng Mu looked at the distant Tomb. That was the enlightenment platform where Fairy Liu was. She was the only one, besides Shen Tianxing, who had persisted until now without emerging from seclusion.

A Heavenly Phenomenon Realm Cultivator's Divine Soul was powerful; the enlightenment platform could be said to be tailor-made for her.

It was also fortunate that she hadn't emerged from seclusion; otherwise, their plans would surely have been detected by her.

"Brother Teng Mu is right. At that time, we will contact the one from the Qilin Mansion, as well as those from the Divine Profound Mansion, Coiling Serpent Cave, and Bone Immortal Cave. If we all strike together, what can a Heavenly Phenomenon Realm do?"

"And don't forget, the Fierce Domain not only has our people but also some unknown dangers. Dealing with Shen Tianxing there is the best choice!"

Ling Yu's eyes flashed with killing intent as he slowly revealed the plan.

Upon hearing this, everyone showed a clear understanding.

"Good, then everything will proceed according to plan. When the Bronze Gate opens, those few should appear, and I will personally discuss it with them!"

Wan Tianchao was very satisfied. To kill Shen Tianxing, this was the safest method!

He didn't believe that after so many Cultivators, whose strength rivaled the Half-step Celestial Phenomenon Realm, made their move, Shen Tianxing would still have a chance to live!

Boom!!!

Just as everyone had finished their discussion, a terrifying blade shadow appeared above the sky.

Immediately after, a terrifyingly powerful Aura emanated from the largest enlightenment platform, which was the direction where Shen Tianxing was located!

Seeing this, everyone showed shock!

"He broke through?!"

Shen Tianxing's Breakthrough was within everyone's expectations, but this Aura was much stronger than they had anticipated!

Whoosh!!!

Before Zhu Zixi and the others could react, from another enlightenment platform, a stunning figure rose into the air, transforming into a streak of light that shot through the Void Realm!

With a sword in her right hand and a wine gourd in her left, she exuded an ethereal grace, her figure proud and striking, as if a celestial Fairy had descended to the mortal world!

"Liu Xianyun has emerged from seclusion!"

Everyone frowned.

Liu Xianyun had emerged from seclusion even before Shen Tianxing, which caught them off guard.

However, considering the time, Shen Tianxing was also nearing the time to emerge, as the one-year deadline had arrived!

The Bronze Gate leading to the second level was about to open, and the Endless Soul Sea would surely disappear.

With Liu Xianyun emerging from seclusion, Liu Yueying and Li Tongshen, who had been waiting here, both breathed a sigh of relief.

They had persisted on the enlightenment platform for four months!

Although they couldn't compare to these Saints, it wasn't bad either.

In the time that followed, they had been living under the very noses of these Saints, trembling with fear that they might be killed by those angry Saints!

However, their luck was not bad.

Perhaps, firstly, they were apprehensive of Shen Tianxing and Liu Xianyun, and secondly, their strength was indeed a bit low, only at Carefree Realm Ninth Level!

They were simply not worthy of their attention, allowing them to survive these few months.

Now that Liu Xianyun had emerged from seclusion, Liu Yueying and Li Tongshen no longer had to worry about their lives.

With her present, no one would dare to act!

..."Sister Liu, congratulations on your further advancement in strength."

When Liu Xianyun emerged from seclusion, Liu Yueying went up to her with a smile to congratulate her.

Compared to nine months ago, Liu Xianyun's temperament was even more charming, her curvaceous figure appeared more prominent, and her fair skin was truly as smooth and delicate as jade.

The most obvious change was her Aura, which was completely different from before.

Nine months ago, Liu Xianyun still had a hint of the sharpness of someone who had just stepped into the Heavenly Phenomenon Realm. Now, her divine brilliance was completely contained, and her every movement seemed to merge with the surrounding world, exuding a sense of Dao Rhythm!

From this, it was clear that in less than a year, Liu Xianyun's strength had made a huge leap!

Liu Xianyun smiled faintly and said, "Your improvement is also significant. However, after spending a long time with that fellow Shen Tianxing, your way of speaking is becoming more and more like his."

Liu Xianyun and she had spent a considerable amount of time together, and the two were already very familiar, occasionally teasing each other.

However, Liu Yueying usually didn't dare to be too glib with her. Liu Xianyun's innate elegant temperament, deeply ingrained, made her hesitant to be too presumptuous.

Upon hearing this, Liu Yueying's cheeks immediately flushed, like a delicate flower.

"Fairy Liu, congratulations."

Li Tongshen was more reserved. He and Liu Xianyun were not that familiar, so he could only offer polite congratulations.

Liu Xianyun nodded, glanced at the two, and said, "Your cultivation has improved very quickly. Unfortunately, your Divine Soul cultivation is slightly insufficient, so you haven't achieved complete success."

"In the future, you still need to put more effort into Divine Soul cultivation."

With her cultivation, she could see through their Realm at a glance and easily deduce how long they had stayed on the enlightenment platform, which was why she offered guidance.

The Opportunity of the enlightenment platform itself was a rare sight. To be able to Breakthrough from Carefree Fifth Realm to Carefree Ninth Realm in just over four months was actually quite remarkable for the two of them.

"Thank you, Fairy Liu, for your guidance. We will work hard in the future."

Liu Yueying nodded in agreement, while Li Tongshen respectfully expressed his thanks.

In fact, with Li Tongshen's Divine Soul attainment, he shouldn't have only lasted four months. Because he cultivated the One Qi Incarnation Technique, he had split his Divine Soul, which led to the current situation.

One can only say that every cause has its effect, and everything is destined!

After a brief reunion, Liu Xianyun's gaze suddenly turned to the distance, where a golden glow suddenly emerged from the dim sky.

Countless golden Dao Patterns appeared, weaving into dense patterns, gradually revealing the outline of a large gate.

"The Bronze Gate has appeared!"

As more and more golden Dao Patterns emerged, the outline of a colossal Bronze Gate slowly appeared in the world, becoming increasingly clear.

In the distance, the Saints and Prodigies of the Inner Sea and Outer Sea all emerged from their cultivation spots, their eyes filled with excitement as they looked at the majestic gate appearing in the distance!

"The one-year deadline is approaching, and the second level of the Azure Dragon Secret Realm is about to begin. All the Cultivators who sought Opportunities will arrive in succession."

"Shen Tianxing should also emerge from seclusion."

Liu Xianyun's gaze turned towards the distant Tomb, where the dense clouds began to gradually disperse, revealing the true appearance of a huge enlightenment platform.

On the enlightenment platform, enveloped in an azure glow, a figure could vaguely be seen, sitting cross-legged, its Aura growing stronger and stronger!

...Whoosh whoosh whoosh!!!

In the Void Realm, figures came from afar.

The surrounding clouds that had enveloped the Endless Soul Sea began to disperse at this moment.

The dense clouds started to dissipate, and the Bronze Gate reappearing here also indicated that all Cultivators who had not arrived here earlier would now appear.

More and more Cultivators appeared, each with a powerful Aura, almost completely unmasking their presence.

"Hahaha... Everyone, I didn't expect you all to have come to the Endless Soul Sea! Seeing your rapid progress in strength, you must have gained a lot!"

A resonant voice came from afar. Zhu Zixi, Wan Tianchao, and the other Cultivators all looked in the direction of the voice.

They just happened to see a young man with a youthful appearance and a tall figure approaching through the Void Realm!

Closely following him were several familiar figures, walking alongside the tall young man.

Qi Yun, Saint of Qilin Mansion, known as the Qilin Child!

A Peak expert of Soul Palace Ninth Level, he trod on flames, his Divine Might awe-inspiring, his Aura surging, like a blazing sun!

And not far behind him were several distinguished and handsome young men, their Aura fluctuations almost comparable to Qi Yun's!

Liu Banhun, Saint of Bone Immortal Cave!

Luo Tianhe, Saint of Starlight Cave!

Zhang Baisheng, Saint of Coiling Serpent Cave!

"Brother Qi, Brother Luo, Brother Zhang, you arrived so quickly! The Bronze Gate just appeared, and you're already here!"

Seeing this, Zhu Zixi quickly stepped forward to greet them.

"Everyone, long time no see!"

Wan Tianchao, Shen Xu, and the others also stepped forward to greet them.

No matter how fierce the School disputes usually were, at least when there were no conflicts, these Saints would interact.

There were no absolute conflicts in the Inner Sea; only in the face of related interests would they act without hesitation.

Old rivals like Azure Dragon Mansion and White Tiger Mansion were actually quite rare.

Qi Yun, Luo Tianhe, and the others also responded, making it seem as if they were the best of friends, to those who didn't know.

"It's been a year. Everyone's strength has already reached the Soul Palace Ninth Level Peak, not far from the Half-step Celestial Phenomenon Realm."

"Perhaps before we leave the Azure Dragon Secret Realm, we will all have a chance to glimpse the mysteries of the Heavenly Phenomenon Realm!"

Qi Yun's strength was one of the strongest among them. Seeing that everyone present had made significant progress in strength compared to before entering the Azure Dragon Secret Realm, he knew that these people must have obtained extraordinary Opportunities.

Those who previously had some gap with him had now gradually caught up.

"Brother Qi is joking. In terms of talent, among the Saints of various Mansions and Caves, how many can compare to you?"

"Everyone must have found many Opportunities in this first level of the Secret Realm. Your foundations are much deeper than ours."

Teng Mu said with a smile.

He was a smart person. As soon as Qi Yun spoke, he knew what he was hinting at.

"Brother Teng Mu is right. If anyone among us can enter the Heavenly Phenomenon Realm, it must be Brother Qi!"

Wan Tianchao also praised him, which was rare.

Among Cultivators of the same generation, few had ever made him regard them so highly, but Qi Yun happened to be one of them!

"Everyone, we have passed this first level."

"According to the records of our predecessors, starting from the second level, the Opportunities will become greater, and it will be time for true competition."

"Everyone, don't be too serious. Let's strive for all of us to reach the end!"

Zhang Baisheng of Coiling Serpent Cave said with narrowed, slender eyes, in a sinister tone.

This wasn't him threatening others; it was just his natural way of speaking, which was well-known in the Inner Sea.

Zhang Baisheng also had an elegant nickname in the Inner Sea: Young Master Hundred Evils!

It referred to his sinister demeanor and his wicked and malicious actions!

If this were among the Human Race, he would surely be avoided by everyone, but in the Sea of Buried Demons, his style of conduct was exactly what was needed!

Only by surviving was the fundamental goal!