All Erupting At The Same Instant

All Erupting At The Same Instant

The Immortal Martial Realm, often called the burial ground of geniuses, continued to draw countless exceptional talents, regardless of their origins. Members of the Nine Great Sects, crown princes and princesses from ancient nations, Saint Children, and Holy Maidens from reclusive sects all willingly embarked on this perilous journey. No one could tally the number of geniuses who had perished within its trials, but those who survived to the end could reap unimaginable rewards.

Each stone monument along the path contained a unique power. Those who completed the final test before reaching the convergence point on the floating bridges would receive a chant that complemented the art within one of the stone monuments. Qin Wentian realized that without the secret chant he had obtained from the treasure pagoda, the art within the stone monument would be merely an innate technique, not a full immortal art. Furthermore, if he failed to reach the fourth row of monuments, the chant he had acquired would remain useless.

Advancing through each layer, only those who earned the Immortal Martial Realm's approval had a chance to acquire an immortal-level art or technique.

In this vast Royal Sacred Region, many had cultivated immortal arts before. The brilliant figures who had once stood atop the Immortal Martial Realm had undoubtedly acquired immortal arts as well. However, such knowledge was kept closely guarded, shared only with the closest confidants. Immortal arts were too coveted to be disclosed freely. Consequently, the master of the Immortal Martial Realm remained a mysterious figure, more rumor than established fact, as those in the know kept their silence, leaving others to speculate.

"I wonder if Di Shi obtained an immortal art," Qin Wentian pondered quietly. He didn't know whether Di Shi, like himself, had ranked first in the previous test and obtained a chant before arriving here. He also couldn't determine the origin of the ultimate attack Di Shi had unleashed in his battle with him.

If Di Shi possessed only the chant and no immortal art, his resentment toward Qin Wentian would likely intensify.

The Fiendgod Heaven Suppressing Art, capable of subduing heaven and earth, allowed one to become an immortal god or a fiendish devil with a single thought.

"Perfect! In the future, Di Tian can cultivate the Great Dream Immortal Art, while my original self can focus on mastering the Fiendgod Heaven Suppressing Art. This art can temper my body and isn't shareable, making it more suitable for my original self to cultivate. If Di Tian practices the Great Dream Immortal Art, I can still benefit through our linked consciousness," Qin Wentian thought excitedly.

At this moment, he held knowledge of four immortal arts in his memory. Likely, in the entire Royal Sacred Region, only a handful could claim to know as many. Among these four, one was a unique-type, the Great Nirvana Immortal Art, granting a second life. Two, the Great Dream Immortal Art and the Fiendgod Heaven Suppressing Art, required gradual cultivation. The last, the Immortal Vanquishing Swordplay, was so potent that he dared not wield it. Its unleashed might was overwhelming, and he feared the strain it placed on him.

Yet, as he grew stronger, the day would come when he could wield the Immortal Vanquishing Swordplay without fear of self-injury.

Qin Wentian began his cultivation of the Fiendgod Heaven Suppression Art, contemplating its potential. He knew that mastering this art in the Immortal Martial Realm was impossible. Full mastery could only be achieved when he broke through into the realm of immortals. For now, he was only qualified to learn its basics, but that wouldn't hinder his initial cultivation or his ability to use it against other competitors in the Immortal Martial Realm.

The spectators on the floating bridges, previously silent, now buzzed with excitement as they noticed Fan Mengyu preparing to challenge Lou Bingyu. Fan Mengyu's reputation as a Heavenly Dipper Sovereign was unmatched in the Royal Sacred Region. Some even claimed she could contend with Celestial Phenomenon Ascendants, although no one had witnessed it firsthand. Crossing realms like that was no small feat.

"Lou Bingyu's journey in the Immortal Martial Realm is nearing its end," many mused silently. While Lou Bingyu had showcased her strength, a #9 ranking in the Immortal Martial Realm seemed a fair assessment, especially considering Di Shi's early elimination.

Fan Miaoyu had advanced to the fifth row, cultivating five different powers, while Lou Bingyu had reached the fourth row with four powers. Their grand battle didn't involve instant kills. Instead, it came down to their comprehension of the powers within the stone monuments. Despite her defeat, Lou Bingyu displayed impressive potential.

Interestingly, the spectators sensed something unusual. Earlier battles had indicated that Qin Wentian might easily defeat Lou Bingyu just as he had with Si Ling, but Fan Miaoyu couldn't do the same. This raised questions about Fan Miaoyu's true motives in choosing Lou Bingyu as her opponent. Was she testing the depth of Qin Wentian's strength?

Eyes turned to the young man who had defeated Di Shi and was now advancing to the fifth row. A dark horse had emerged in the competition.

"Eight remain. Di Shi ranked #11, Si Ling #10, Lou Bingyu #9," someone stated the obvious, causing a stir among the spectators. Eight spots remained, and there were eight era-suppressing geniuses. What did this portend?

After Fan Miaoyu's victory, she joined the remaining participants in silently contemplating the stone monuments. Over ten days had passed, and Qin Wentian had successfully reached the fifth row, catching up with many others in the competition.

Among the remaining eight competitors, six, including Qin Wentian, had reached the fifth row of stone monuments. Lin Xian'er couldn't help but smile at the unfolding excitement. There was no need for her to voice her thoughts; everyone knew that Qin Wentian's progress to the fifth row was remarkable. He had started as the perceived weakest and was even injured by Di Shi initially, but he had steadily advanced, defeating Di Shi along the way. Now, with a comparable number of techniques, the anticipation in the crowd was palpable.

"The sixth and seventh rows lie ahead. I must defeat two more opponents to reach the very end. With only eight of us left, I can't afford to wait any longer," Qin Wentian contemplated. Failing to defeat two more competitors would prevent him from reaching the final row, a scenario he wanted to avoid at all costs.

Others shared the same sentiment. Gu Liufeng and Hua Taixu had already advanced to the sixth row, and Gu Liufeng, having defeated six opponents, could proceed to the seventh row without further battles. Hua Taixu, one victory away, chose to challenge Ji Feixue from the Battle Sword Sect.

Simultaneously, Li Tian targeted Dongyue Hanjiang's stone monument, recognizing that it was time for him to act.

Qin Wentian took the initiative, invading Chi Lian's stone monument without hesitation. The simultaneous commencement of these three battles sent shockwaves through the spectators, and hearts pounded with anticipation.

"Hua Taixu is the most enigmatic among the eight era-suppressing geniuses. He gained fame the latest and selected Ji Feixue as his opponent. Ji Feixue had the lowest cultivation level among them, just reaching the seventh level in the Immortal Martial Realm. The outcome is uncertain," murmured onlookers.

"Li Tian and Dongyue Hanjiang both excel in combat. They engaged in fierce combat right from the start, comprehending techniques from the stone monuments. It's a toss-up, as both have a 50% chance of victory."

"As for Qin Wentian versus Chi Lian, it's a peculiar battle," the crowd mused. Many believed Qin Wentian had a high chance of winning, despite his status as an outsider among the era-suppressing geniuses. They had witnessed his methodical progress and solid foundation.

Hua Taixu's battle with Ji Feixue had begun. Hua Taixu exuded an ethereal aura, making him seem like a phantom from the void.

Ji Feixue had dedicated himself to mastering various techniques from the stone monuments, with a particular emphasis on sword arts. As he focused his concentration, an array of ancient swords materialized around him, clashing together in a symphony of metallic clashes. Suddenly, one sword sliced through the air, breaking the very fabric of reality with its radiant brilliance.

On the other hand, Hua Taixu continued his leisurely stroll, seemingly oblivious to Ji Feixue's assault. When the razor-sharp sword beam passed through his body, it merely sliced through an illusory shadow, leaving Hua Taixu unharmed. His presence expanded like an ever-growing beacon of light, casting a surreal aura that bewildered onlookers.

"It looks like Ji Feixue is in for a tough time. Hua Taixu's strength surpasses our expectations," murmured the crowd, their hearts filled with awe.

In another projection, Li Tian transformed into a colossal figure, commanding the earth and skies alike. He had also chosen the fourth monument containing the Fiendgod Heaven Suppression Art, the same one Qin Wentian had selected earlier. However, Li Tian's outcome was different. He acquired an innate technique rather than the complete immortal art.