The events occurring within the Immortal Sect spread rapidly across the entire Moling Star. People were astonished by the depth of the Immortal Sect, as few would believe that a Celestial Artifact could originate from a mere sect hall. Moreover, those like Jiang Chuan, who knew the truth, remained silent. Even more shocking were the six disciples of Zuo Wang Peak, who defied convention by battling against foundational cultivators with their own nascent abilities.
Being invincible at the same level was already impressive; defeating opponents of a higher rank was hard to believe, let alone engaging in battles across multiple tiers. In the world of Cultivators, levels were distinctly defined, affecting both qualitative and quantitative changes.
Starting with mana, those below Nascent Soul cultivated mana, while those above cultivated spiritual power. This represented a qualitative change that also included spells, which were divided into nine tiers.
The first and second tiers were cultivated during the Qi Refinement Stage; the third and fourth during the Foundation Establishment Period; the fifth was exclusive to the Golden Core Stage; and the sixth tier was for spells belonging to the Nascent Soul Stage. The seventh tier specialized in Transformation Stage spells above Nascent Soul; the eighth tier pertained to Transcend Tribulation; and the ninth tier was for Great Ascension, with true immortal arts existing only beyond that.
The six from Zuo Dao demonstrated a qualitative change in spells during their battle at Ling Peak.
As for quantity, it referred to the purity and capacity of mana. It was akin to having the same amount of water: one might require numerous bowls to contain it all, while another could fit it all in a single barrel.
Any Cultivator experiencing either a qualitative or quantitative change that exceeded normal limits was considered talented.
The emergence of six formidable monsters capable of defying conventions from Mount Hua Immortal Gate further unsettled everyone. Coupled with the appearance of the Celestial Artifact, an eerie atmosphere began to envelop Moling Star.
Cui Yuan found himself torn between joy and anger. His plans for Mount Hua Immortal Gate had been thwarted before they even began, marking his first mission since emerging as a failure. At the same time, Cui Yongshang's death revealed a new opportunity, and fresh ideas began to take shape in his mind.
Cui Yuan did not place much importance on the Celestial Artifact; after all, which hidden aristocratic family did not possess one? The question was merely about quantity. Furthermore, there was only one Celestial Artifact, and he knew who would ultimately possess it. What he truly coveted was the secret within Mount Hua Immortal Gate. If he could grasp that secret, it would not only elevate his status within his family but also allow him to break through to a higher realm.
Some sought after the Celestial Artifact, others coveted the secrets of the Immortal Sect, while still others were interested in the location of its mountain gate. There were also those who simply wished to see Mount Hua Immortal Gate fall.
Following this battle, Mount Hua Immortal Gate entered a period of consolidation, significantly retracting its influence. Many distant factions were abandoned—not without reason—most trading their positions for resources instead. Some disciples who had been sent out or on experience missions were also called back.
Jiang Chuan was not foolish; the recent surge of Hidden Sect appearances and the emergence of the Celestial Artifact sent a shiver down his spine. His remaining lifespan was limited, especially after he had consulted Zuo Dao, which left him with even less time.
Aside from Zuo Wang Peak, many other peaks had recently recruited numerous disciples, creating a chaotic mix. The news from the Law Enforcement Hall was not encouraging either. At least a dozen Hidden Sect members had secretly sent disciples into the sect. Although Ling Peak and Cui Yongshang's lineage had been deeply hidden, they were already under the sect's surveillance, which was one of the reasons he chose to watch Zuo Wang Peak take action.
This was also a message he intended to convey to the outside world.
The first thing the Drunken Old Man did upon returning to the peak was to hand over the "Hidden One" to Zuo Dao. He paid little attention to the turmoil caused by the Celestial Artifact's emergence; those who were not on his level would never understand the terror of hierarchy. He didn't care about handing over the Celestial Artifact; what mattered now was strengthening Zuo Dao's power.
Zuo Wang Peak was meant to be entrusted to Zuo Dao, as only he among the six could fulfill that role. After enduring for thousands of years, he had waited for Zuo Dao's emergence. When he inadvertently discovered the tattoo in Zuo Dao's palm, his conviction only deepened.
Moling Star was rife with undercurrents, with tensions subtly directed at Mount Hua Immortal Gate. At that moment, Mount Hua Immortal Gate had not made any significant moves aside from consolidating its surrounding influence. This left many schemers puzzled; it was clear that numerous individuals were preparing to act against the Immortal Sect. Yet Jiang Chuan, the leader of Mount Hua Immortal Gate, showed no reaction whatsoever.
Just as everyone remained on high alert, Jiang Chuan made an appearance. He announced that Mount Hua Immortal Gate would soon hold the Immortal Sect Grand Tournament.
Upon hearing this news, everyone froze in shock, but what followed completely turned the world upside down.
The Immortal Sect Grand Tournament would determine the next Sect Leader of Mount Hua Immortal Gate and also unveil the new master of the Great Guardian Sword.
The title of Sect Leader was easily understood by all, but what exactly was this Great Guardian Sword? The most renowned swords in Moling Star already had their owners; where did this Great Guardian Sword come from? Could it be... that Celestial Artifact?
At the same time, Jiang Chuan released an even more explosive piece of news: the owner of the Great Guardian Sword would possess six slots to enter a higher Cultivation Star sphere.
The crowd erupted in chaos; those in the know were left stunned by Jiang Chuan's revelation. Entering a higher Star Domain was a closely guarded secret, and now it had been disclosed by Jiang Chuan. Although he leveraged the name of the Celestial Artifact, anyone with intelligence could connect some dots regarding this hidden agenda.
As countless sects prepared to send their outstanding disciples to the Mount Hua Immortal Gate, they suddenly realized that the Immortal Sect was no longer accepting new disciples. This revelation caused those sects that had already arranged for their members to enter to smirk in secret.
The news of the Immortal Sect sent shockwaves through the lower realms, attracting the attention of some hidden giants and ancient beings with limited lifespans.
Not only did these reclusive masters emerge, but even some of the closed-door cultivators from various sects made their appearances.
Among these was the Bone Daoist, a standout among the former group. The Nascent Soul Stage was already the pinnacle of strength within Moling Star, and historically, there had never been a cultivator above the Nascent Soul Stage on Moling Star. It was rumored that the Bone Daoist was on the verge of breaking through to this realm.
Due to certain constraints, he had been unable to make a breakthrough and was facing the prospect of aging and dying in endless years. The sudden news felt like a ray of dawn breaking through his long night.
Having lived for thousands of years, the ancient being was not naive; going alone to seek a sword from the Immortal Sect would be a thankless task. While he could take on ten opponents, he could not face a hundred or fend off a thousand.
There were six slots available for wielding the immortal sword. Excluding himself, there were five additional spots, which he intended to fill with his own methods.
The Bone Daoist had his own circle; finding a few people outside it would be unreliable and unsettling. Those within his circle were relatively trustworthy, as they were familiar and well-acquainted with one another.
It didn't take long for him to finalize five individuals. Given his status, those he considered familiar were not weaklings. Each one was renowned in their own right, with at least two having reached late-stage Nascent Soul perfection.
The six of them set off without concealment, heading straight for the Mount Hua Immortal Gate.
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