While Yu Xiyan was gathering her spirits and launching an offensive towards the Northern Wilderness, Shen Zhao and Ding Bu'er had already set off on their journey to find the Yun Clan.
One day, while passing through Tianxuan City, the two of them heard some news in the marketplace.
"Have you heard?"
"Heard what?"
"A month ago, a Secret Realm appeared at Four Extremities Mountain. The leaked Spiritual Qi was incredibly dense, attracting many powerful experts."
"You mean Four Extremities Mountain? How could such a high-end thing like a Secret Realm appear in that broken place?"
"It must be a world opened up by some ancient great being. It must contain many treasures. Anyone who gets even a little involved will be guaranteed to prosper."
"So, should we go and try our luck too?"
"Forget it. Many of the top disciples from various sects are participating in this Four Extremities Mountain Secret Realm. There are at least eighty thousand, if not a hundred thousand people. Among them are some with heaven-defying cultivation. It won't be our turn to do anything with our Body Tempering Realm."
"We can scavenge some scraps on the periphery that no one wants. If we happen to encounter a spiritual herb or something, maybe we can break through to the Qi Condensation Realm in one fell swoop."
"What you said sounds a bit reasonable. Let's call over Wang Erdog and Li Sanniu next door, as well. More people and we can look after each other."
After listening to the passersby, Shen Zhao grabbed a few people: "Friends, I heard you talking about the Four Extremities Mountain Secret Realm just now. What exactly is going on?"
Passerby A: "Friend, did your village just get internet access? You don't know about something so big?
The Four Extremities Mountain Secret Realm opened a month ago. The Clear Sky Sect's Sect Master personally presided over it, and they agreed to invite cultivators from all walks of life to enter and explore on the thirteenth of this month."
Shen Zhao: "Such an awesome thing, why would you let a bunch of ants like the Clear Sky Sect host it?"
Bystander B: "Friend? Do you know what the Clear Sky Sect is all about?"
Bystander C: "The Clear Sky Sect is so ethereal and transcendent. How could a lone cultivator like you gossip about them? Sect Master Duanmu Long's cultivation has reached the semi-step of the No-Self Realm. That's a ridiculously powerful existence."
Bystander D: "It's normal that you lone cultivators haven't seen the world. You think you're invincible after learning some superficial skills.
You're just frogs in a well, never knowing how vast the sky really is."
The bystanders' discussion was filled with disdain for Shen Zhao and the other person.
Seeing that he couldn't communicate normally with these small fries, Shen Zhao rolled up his sleeve and aimed a swift punch at one of them, delivering a resounding "crack". The small fry was immediately sent spinning, his eyes seeing stars, and his expression blank.
"Can we talk properly now?"
Silence fell over the crowd. The force from that slap was felt by over a dozen people nearby, their cheeks stinging as if cut by a knife.
"Young hero, this little one was blind and didn't recognize Mount Tai. Just ask whatever you like." The small fry who was beaten immediately turned into a coward.
"I ask you, how many forces are participating in this Four Extremities Mountain Secret Realm?"
"Too many, I can't count them all in a short time."
"Just mention the important ones."
"The Tai Chu Peak, the Joyous Union Sect, the Heavenly Demon Sect, the Ten Thousand Demons Sect, and the Clear Sky Sect are all participating. In addition, it seems that the Nanhai Yun Clan and the Beiming Yuwen Clan have also sent their clansmen."
Upon hearing this, Shen Zhao directly abandoned the small fry and said to Ding Bu'er: "No need to go to the Yun Manor. Change course to Four Extremities Mountain."
Ding Bu'er was shocked: "Master Shen, are you crazy? Four Extremities Mountain is not like the Fuxi Abyss. There are no cultivation restrictions for entering and exiting there."
"Nonsense, of course I know what you're saying, but didn't you hear them say? The Nanhai Yun Clan is also there. Maybe we can meet Su Yunying and the others there, and we don't have to make a wasted trip."
"Oh my, Master Shen, Four Extremities Mountain is filled with experts. This battlefield of tens of thousands will surely be a bloodbath."
"We've wiped out hundreds of thousands, what's a few tens of thousands more? Go buy some provisions, we leave immediately."
"Just to be clear, I'll go to Four Extremities Mountain, but Master Shen, you have to ensure my safety no matter what."
"Understood. As long as I don't die, you'll be absolutely fine, alright?"
"That's all I needed to hear. Maybe we can find some opportunities there too, hehe~"
Because time was too tight, Shen Zhao and Ding Buzhi ultimately couldn't make it to the opening day of the Four Extremities Mountain Secret Realm.
On the thirteenth of March, Four Extremities Mountain was packed with people, and the shifting figures were constantly jostling back and forth.
"Silence, everyone!"
Duanmu Long, the Clear Sky Sect's Sect Master, stood atop the mountain peak and roared, silencing the endless clamor.
"Fellow Daoists, I am Duanmu Long, Sect Master of the Clear Sky Sect. Today, I have been entrusted by my peers to preside over this opening ceremony for the Four Extremities Mountain.
The Secret Realm within Four Extremities Mountain is rich in spiritual energy, which will greatly benefit the growth of your cultivation. Those with lower cultivation levels do not need to struggle for opportunities; they can use the spiritual energy of the Secret Realm to enhance their cultivation and still gain considerable benefits."
As soon as he finished speaking, a familiar voice immediately rang out.
"According to Sect Master Duanmu, those with low cultivation levels should just hand over their opportunities to those with high cultivation?
I just want to ask, who is so blind as to set such rules? Is there no law, no justice?"
Duanmu Long looked over and saw a young man in his early thirties at the foot of the mountain, hands clasped behind his back, looking at him with an arrogant expression.
"Who are you?"
"I am Liang Hao! A leg hair of the Public Arbitration Council's Enforcement Elder. You'd better be sensible and quickly kowtow and kneel to listen to my teachings."
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire place erupted in an uproar.
"I wondered who was so awesome? Turns out it's that Public Arbitration Council?"
"What is the Public Arbitration Council? Is it very powerful?"
"I'll explain later. The Public Arbitration Council is..."
"He's quite bold, daring to slap the Clear Sky Sect in the face in public. He probably doesn't care about his life."
Qin Feng in the distance, upon hearing Liang Hao's words, couldn't help but sneer: "This kind of rich kid probably doesn't know who he's offended. As expected, people from wealthy families are all good-for-nothings."
That day, after Qin Feng was saved by the mysterious person, the mysterious person left behind the Heaven Opening Sword Art and the Overbearing Dragon Tiger Technique. Over the past six months, he had been diligently studying them, and his cultivation had greatly increased, directly advancing from the Condensing Qi realm to the seventh grade of the Spirit Gathering realm.
This time, the Secret Realm of Four Extremities Mountain opened, and it was also to obtain opportunities for even greater achievements, and then to challenge Shi Hongyi, thoroughly crushing him.
Duanmu Long frowned slightly: "Young friend, I don't look down on those with weaker cultivation, I'm just kindly advising you to know when to stop, so as to avoid unnecessary casualties."
"Sect Master Duanmu speaks so lightly. Every time before the Secret Realm trial, it's always nice words, but which time wasn't it cruel and bloody?
Your words might fool those who haven't even finished middle school, but they're useless to us clear-headed people who have long seen through everything in this world.
So, instead of talking a lot of nonsense here, you might as well quickly get out of the way and don't block our path!"
Liang Hao didn't give Duanmu Long any face at all.
His confidence came from his absolute trust in Shen Zhao.
Duanmu Long's expression was incredibly gloomy at the moment. The Clear Sky Sect elder beside him had already used a sound transmission technique to say, "Sect Master, this guy is too arrogant. Should I take action and suppress him?"
"No, acting now will only be detrimental to the reputation of my Clear Sky Sect. Wait until we enter the Secret Realm, and then let Xuan Feng and Chang Qing find an opportunity to get rid of this kid."
"Understood, Sect Master."
Seeing that Duanmu Long didn't speak, Liang Hao spoke again, "Why aren't you saying anything? Are you plotting how to get rid of me? I advise you to dismiss that idea. The backing behind me isn't something a nobody like you can casually provoke."
Duanmu Long almost stumbled and fell off the peak.
How can this bastard's mouth be so venomous? Where did he get the audacity to speak to me like that?
Just as Duanmu Long's face turned pale with anger and he was about to explode, Su Yunying behind Liang Hao spoke, "Alright, Big Brother Liang, stop talking. The important matters come first."
Yun Weiwei, who was on the side, also said, "Yes, Saint Son, can you please stop acting? I'm a little scared."
"What's there to be afraid of!" Liang Hao didn't care at all. "With my big brother here, if they dare to make a move on us today, they'll definitely be trending on the Immortal Martial Continent's hot search list tomorrow. You don't need to be afraid. In terms of defying the heavens, everyone here is just a little brother compared to my big brother.
I don't even have them in my sights!"
These words instantly maxed out the hate points, and all the cultivators looked at Liang Hao with fury.
Not far away, a disciple from the Heavenly Demon Sect angrily said, "Damn it, where did this idiot come from? He doesn't know how to restrain himself at all, he's even more arrogant than our Heavenly Demon Sect."
A disciple from the Mysterious Clarity Sect said, "Very well, kid, you'd better call your big brother over. I'd really like to see just how heaven-defying he is."
A disciple from the Purple Dawn Sect said, "Kid, I advise you not to act so tough. Otherwise, when you get slapped in the face, you'll know what pain is."
Liang Hao was still arrogant, "What's up? Not convinced? Want to come and spar? I really want you to deeply understand how to write the word 'trash'."
"But looking at you, besides your mouths, there's nothing tough about you. You're simply not up to the task."
Su Yunying immediately facepalmed, looking at Liang Hao with an expression that said, "hopeless."
Duanmu Long took a deep breath, trying not to pay attention to Liang Hao and his group. He then loudly declared, "Alright, everyone, the time is right. The Four Extremities Mountain Secret Realm is now officially open.
According to our calculations, this Secret Realm will last for about a month. You must make the most of this month!"
As soon as he finished speaking, countless cultivators immediately entered the Secret Realm.
Qin Feng clenched his fists: "This time, I must find an opportunity!"
On the other side, a disguised Lin Feng also smiled faintly, lowered the hood of his black robe, and slowly walked among the crowd.
"Master, does the Four Extremities Mountain Secret Realm really have what I need?"
"In the depths of the Secret Realm, there's a Crimson Flame Fruit with a nine-thousand-year composition. After consuming it, you can gain a boost to your cultivation progress and obtain a supreme bloodline. Also, pay attention to the Four Extremities Secret Realm's various attributes: water, fire, wind, and thunder.
Remember to stay away from the thunder regions; the electrical energy released by the Thunderglow Stone inside has an absolute counter effect on your skills."
"Thank you for the reminder, Master. I understand."
"Also, there's an ancient inheritance in the center of the Secret Realm. As for how to obtain it, you'll have to figure it out yourself."
"Yes!"
On the other side, Shen Zhao and Ding Buzhi realized they wouldn't make it to the opening ceremony of Four Extremities Mountain. They stopped rushing and hired a horse-drawn carriage instead, starting to research their own Sea of Qi issues.
After the system's hints, he understood that he clearly possessed absolute power but couldn't fully utilize it. This feeling made Shen Zhao feel extremely frustrated.
Recalling the system's instructions, it was clear that without its help, his vast spiritual energy couldn't be released externally.
Even without spiritual energy, Shen Zhao could still crush any opponent with his iron fists. However, the maximum power could only be exerted within five meters. Beyond that, the force of his punches and palms would be significantly reduced.
This would be a major disadvantage when facing high-cultivation opponents in the future, and he had to find a way to solve it.
Lost in thought, Shen Zhao suddenly heard several children outside the carriage practicing boxing, guided by a martial arts instructor.
Seeing this scene, Shen Zhao's mind suddenly lit up.
"Right, why didn't I think of that? If spiritual energy can't be released externally, then change the approach. Use martial arts to enter the Dao, convert spiritual energy into Internal Force, cultivate True Qi, and then cycle it back to spiritual energy. After this tempering, the Sea of Qi and meridians will be more resilient than ever before."
Thinking of this, Shen Zhao immediately sat cross-legged and began to meditate, intending to separate a strand from his Primordial Core Sea of Qi and convert it into Internal Force.
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