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Chapter 255: Emergence of Talents
The little girl watched as Zhao Yang walked away, glancing back at the village filled with lonely graves. She knelt for a long time before a shared tomb, then turned her back and walked into the distance.
No one knew how greatly this girl with the surname Ye would impact the world of Cultivation in the future.
For some reason, as Zhao Yang observed the little girl leaving from the clouds, he suddenly recalled how he had once walked alone into an unknown world in his past life. The difference was that he had failed along the way, and it was precisely because of his failures that he had become the knowledgeable person he was today.
He hoped that one day, when he stood at the pinnacle of power, the little girl would find her own path and achieve something remarkable.
He believed she would indeed accomplish great things because she was someone Zhao Yang had high hopes for; her master was Zhao Yang himself.
Just as Zhao Yang was destined to achieve greatness, for his master was named Sun Wukong.
In Zhongzhou, at the imperial city, Sky One Tower, Zhao Yang sat quietly in a crowded area, sipping tea alone. The world was in chaos, yet the imperial city remained relatively peaceful. It was said that the legendary Old God General had set up the Vajra Demon Suppression Array to fend off the invasion of the demon race, bringing a temporary halt to the war between demons and humans.
For over two years, demons had invaded rampantly, giving rise to countless young experts. People seemed to have forgotten about the boy Zhao Yang, whom the Central Sovereign had once sought to eliminate at all costs.
Now, Zhao Yang's hair had grown long; he no longer resembled a monk, making it difficult for anyone to recognize him. He listened to various rumors circulating within Sky One Tower, feeling a surge of nostalgia for his return to the mortal realm.
"Currently among us cultivators, I believe the highest level of cultivation belongs to Tiandao. The Genius Academy is reportedly being rebuilt, and it is said that Tiandao has reached the Dao Fruit Stage and even bore a Heaven-Defying Fruit. He single-handedly slaughtered tens of thousands of demons; truly unmatched by his peers."
"I cannot agree with you on that point. Among our cultivators, aside from some legendary figures mentioned in rumors, I believe the highest cultivation belongs to Song Baliang from Xuanfo Temple. He is the senior brother there, not only possessing exceptional cultivation but also unparalleled Dao techniques. Moreover, he wields the Supreme Dao Artifact, the Demon-Subduing Staff. If it weren't for its emergence during this retreat of demons, we might not have repelled them so quickly. Song Baliang possesses not only a Supreme Dao Artifact but also has attained Vajra Body; his cultivation method specifically counters evil spirits. With disciples from the Five Great Sects scattered without leadership, he truly stands as our foremost figure. A remarkable talent indeed."
"Speaking of extraordinary talent, who can compare to Yu Qingsnow? This woman is as cold as ice, yet beautiful like a celestial being. No one among her peers can rival her. She possesses the supreme Dao Artifact, King Yu's Zither, and has slain countless demon soldiers. Even the Demon Generals avoid her, truly making her the most remarkable woman in the world, comparable to the Consort of Rain."
"Hush!"
"Are you looking for death?! How dare you mention her name?!"
"Exactly. This friend here really speaks without thinking. We are discussing our contemporaries, and you have to bring up that person. If you anger her, she could easily slaughter the entire imperial city, and no one would survive. If it weren't for the Sovereign insisting on a life-and-death struggle with her, burying all the experts of the royal family in the process, how could the demon race take advantage of this invasion? How could she obstruct the Zhongzhou Royal Family's call for all sects to unite against the demons?"
In the next moment, everyone began to murmur among themselves, seemingly too afraid to mention the Consort of Rain again.
After a long while, someone spoke up again: "Currently, the Five Great Sects are still recovering. Aside from the Overlord Sect being completely wiped out by the traitor Yuan Lie, the other sects have also suffered severe losses and will likely take years to recover. It is said that several mysterious sects have emerged in the Cultivation world, with disciples appearing who possess combat power surpassing that of Holy Sons. The Divine Serpent Cult has been revived; the old leader has brought along young experts and has eliminated countless geniuses. The Sword Saint from Azure Cloud Palace has come out of seclusion with a personal disciple whose swordsmanship is extraordinary. Moreover, Nangong Wuxin and Long Xiao Wu, both renowned for their prowess during the battle against demons, are said to be at Xuanfo Temple, waiting for someone."
"Waiting for whom?"
"I don't know, but some say that person may already be dead. There are rumors that it might be related to the heir of Compassionate Voyage Sect, who vanished for thousands of years only to suddenly reappear in this world."
"Compassionate Voyage Sect? You mean the one rumored since ancient times to be a rare appearance every thousand years and known as the ender of chaos? It is said that only one person from Compassionate Voyage Sect appears in each generation, and each one is a supreme expert unmatched in the Cultivation world."
Zhao Yang listened quietly from the side. He hadn't expected that during his two-year absence, his friends had already gained some recognition among the younger generation in the Cultivation world. As he had anticipated, many brilliant talents had emerged once again; some names he had never heard before were said to belong to geniuses hidden away by secret sects—each one a rare prodigy in cultivation.
He recalled meeting an Old Master from Thunder Sound Temple a few years ago. Although that Old Master's cultivation was not high, Zhao Yang could clearly sense his unwavering Dao heart and immense Divine Sense, nearly on par with his own. The young Taoist's talent was quite impressive; he guessed correctly that the Nine Heavens Thunder Control True Formula had likely been passed down to him. That young Taoist was about the same age as his recently guided disciple; if they grew up well, perhaps they would meet again in the future.
From the conversations among those at Sky One Tower, Zhao Yang learned that Xuanfo Temple was increasingly praised by people everywhere. Xuanfo Temple did not hold grudges but instead stepped forward to help during this precarious time for Zhongzhou Dynasty, actively subduing demons and gaining a stellar reputation.
Scholar Xiu also gained considerable fame in this battle against the demon race, as he showcased extraordinary oratory skills, rallying many lower-level cultivators to join the fight against the demons.
Zhao Yang felt no regret for not participating in the joint effort against the demons over the past two years. He understood that this world had always been like this; it would not change because of one person's presence. His absence meant that the aura of strength in the cultivation world would naturally be bestowed upon others. He thought perhaps his previous brilliance had drawn unwanted attention, leading to a life-threatening disaster. The secrets he carried were too extreme and posed a threat to many, causing those who did not know him to wish for his downfall.
Those who truly understood Zhao Yang knew he was not someone who sought to dominate others. Although he had a competitive spirit and aspired to be the strongest, he never intended to eliminate others or claim kingship for himself. He simply wanted to enjoy each day with the woman he loved and his friends, experiencing new things daily. He longed for a home of his own, a place that belonged to him.
However, the cultivation world had always been one where the weak were preyed upon by the strong. Everything adhered to rules; breaking them would invite punishment from those who considered themselves rulers, placing them above those who violated the rules.
It was clear that Zhao Yang was someone who enjoyed breaking rules and pursuing freedom. More evidently, those who wished to ride on his back would ultimately face his boundless wrath.
After enjoying a signature dish from Sky One Tower and sipping some wine, Zhao Yang prepared to rise and return to Xuanfo Temple, a place he cherished as his home.
At that moment, three elegantly dressed Young Monks approached—two men and one woman—all strikingly talented, especially the beautiful woman accompanying the two men, whose charm was captivating.
One of the men looked at Zhao Yang, who was leisurely sipping his drink, and arrogantly asked, "Might this friend allow us a seat?"
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