Chapter 0403: Iron Bull Conceals a Spirit Vein

Boom!!

The Iron Bull landed with a deafening rumble. Its massive frame appeared before the townspeople, leaving them stunned. It didn't look like a mere iron statue—it looked like a terrifying, peerless demon bull.

Strangely enough, the moment the Iron Bull touched the ground, it seemed to come alive. From all directions, streams of heaven and earth spiritual energy naturally converged toward it. Faintly, one could hear an earth-shaking bull's roar. It raised its head toward the sky as if swallowing the void.

But shortly after, it went silent again.

Still, its ability to gather spiritual energy did not vanish. It continued to draw in the essence of heaven and earth—most of it absorbed by the Iron Bull itself, while the rest spread around the area. The dense spiritual aura was palpable. Anyone standing nearby could breathe in the vital energy, feel mentally invigorated. If one cultivated in its vicinity, their true qi would undoubtedly grow at several times the normal rate.

"Another wondrous architectural treasure. I don't know exactly what this Iron Bull does, but I can feel it—cultivating near it will surely yield immense gains. Far beyond the ordinary."

"What a massive Iron Bull. There's surely some mystery we don't understand. But now that it's here, it belongs to our Xuanhuang Town. Our town's foundation has strengthened once more."

Though the townspeople had been frightened by the Iron Bull's dramatic landing, joy soon took over their faces. They welcomed it gladly. These divine architectural treasures had already proved their wonders time and time again.

"When the Iron Bull falls, a spirit vein is born!!"

Yi Tianxing spoke these words slowly.

This was no ordinary treasure—it was a supreme artifact capable of gathering, nurturing, and anchoring spiritual energy.

The Iron Bull drew in spiritual essence, accumulating heaven and earth vitality, and would eventually give birth to a spirit vein. Once formed, the vein would act as a natural funnel for spiritual energy, raising the ambient qi concentration to ten, dozens, even a hundred times the normal level. Cultivating here would yield rapid, astonishing growth.

In legends, powerful sects were always established in blessed lands and spiritual paradises—regions enriched by such spirit veins. These places were rare and fiercely contested.

Spirit veins varied in strength and scale. Regardless, they were priceless. Once birthed, a spirit vein would continuously channel spiritual essence and even draw energy from the unseen void, feeding and growing stronger. If the Iron Bull evolved further, it might unlock even greater mysteries.

This was a treasure that could benefit generations.

"If this Iron Bull produces a spirit vein, our Xuanhuang Town will become a true sanctuary for humanity—a sacred ground for cultivation. Who knows how many powerful cultivators might arise here."

Jia Xu nodded solemnly. He was looking to the future. This was a treasure beyond valuation.

"Next, the Palace Tree, to raise the Town Lord's Mansion!!"

With another wave of his hand, a strange treasure tree transformed into a streak of light and plunged into the Town Lord's Mansion.

Immediately, waves of divine light erupted.

The entire mansion began to rise from the ground, inch by inch.

Below it, a white ancient tree had sunk its roots deep into the earth. Its trunk grew rapidly. Gigantic, sturdy branches unfurled, seemingly able to blot out the sun. Cloud-like leaves, soft and white, lifted the entire mansion skyward, making it look like a celestial palace floating in the clouds. It was breathtaking.

Though the tree hadn't yet grown too tall, it had already raised the mansion more than ten meters off the ground. The massive trunk pulsed with strength and continuously drew in spiritual energy. Its white cloud-like leaves swayed gently, dreamlike and ethereal.

This transformation was even more dramatic than the Iron Bull's.

The townspeople stood dumbfounded, their eyes wide, gasping in awe.

"Unbelievable! What kind of tree is this? It lifted the entire mansion into the air—it's like a dream. Incredible!"

"So powerful! Those leaves look like clouds. The Town Lord's Mansion perched on them—it's like a celestial palace. Only something like this can match Lord Yi's status."

"But now that the mansion is in the sky… how do we get up there? It's at least ten meters high. If it keeps growing, it'll be even higher. Jumping up would be too much!"

A mix of shock, envy, and pride spread among the crowd. More and more, they felt their lives had diverged from those of ordinary mortals. They were cultivators now, not common folk.

"Amazing. So this is the Palace Treasure Tree. It's truly miraculous. Yi Big Brother and Sister Zhao Ji will be living in the treetop now—it really is like a heavenly palace."

Mu Guiying couldn't help but show a look of envy.

To live in the sky, surrounded by clouds—it was the kind of fairy tale every woman dreamed of.

"Hehe, Sister Mu, if you want, you're welcome to stay anytime. There are plenty of rooms in the mansion. If you come, I'll finally have someone to talk to. It'll be lively."

Cai Yan chuckled, unable to hide her joy. The thought of living in such a paradise made her heart burst with happiness.

"Go!!"

With a wave of his hand, the Spirit Pool turned into a flash of light and soared toward the mansion in the tree. It landed in the rear courtyard and became a pool that continuously drew spiritual energy.

Instantly, the spiritual concentration around the mansion increased severalfold.

The Palace Tree wasn't just any tree. Its roots didn't merely burrow into the earth—they extended into the unknown void, tapping into boundless energy. Even though the mansion floated in the air, it was no less stable than standing on the ground. Spiritual energy flowed up through the tree and into the estate without end.

"Death Arena!!"

Yi Tianxing did not stop. He took out another treasure—the Death Arena—and installed it in the western sector, near the military camp. A massive coliseum rose from the ground.

The arena was anything but ordinary.

Its exterior radiated a savage and intimidating aura. Inside, it housed not only a combat pit but also spectator stands, allowing audiences to watch every gruesome fight.

Though not enormous, the arena was sizable, resembling ancient gladiator stadiums, and it radiated primal bloodlust.

"From this day on, our Xuanhuang Town gains several new divine constructions. The Iron Bull gathers spiritual energy. The Death Arena allows one to fight fierce beasts. If victorious, the victor may absorb ten percent of the beast's strength—merging it with their own, without risk. However, the arena abides by ironclad rules: once inside, on the platform, only one can walk away alive. Entry is voluntary. No one will be forced."

Yi Tianxing's voice rang across the entire town.

This was a battlefield for the brave.

A stage of life and death.

The victor gained all. The loser lost their life.

The townspeople stared at the arena with mixed emotions. Fear. Awe. Yet in many eyes, a savage gleam began to flicker. This was a shortcut to strength.

In these chaotic times, being a step ahead could mean survival. Some would avoid such risks. Others would rush toward them.

Everyone had their own path.

"Iron-Blood Great Wall, deploy!!"

With a thunderous roar, the Iron-Blood Great Wall lifted into the sky and disconnected from the outskirts of the town. Its segments stretched and extended, soaring across mountains and forests, reaching into the distance.

Its total length now spanned 30,000 meters.

But upon close inspection, many of its bricks were still black, and only a small portion had turned blood-red. Yet this was constantly changing. Traces of dark energy were being devoured and purified. Once fully red, the wall's power would be unleashed to its full potential.

"Elder Huang, Strategist Jia. I'll leave the town's affairs to you."

Having completed all arrangements, Yi Tianxing finally exhaled and smiled.

"Is something the matter, my lord?" asked Xue Jin curiously.

"Of course. Something very important. I'm going to spend time with the woman I love. That's far better than being stuck with you gruff old men."

With a chuckle, Yi Tianxing wrapped his arm around Cai Yan's slender waist and stepped confidently into the sky, heading for the mansion atop the Palace Tree.

"Yi Big Brother! It's still broad daylight! How will I face anyone after this…" Cai Yan blushed, her voice soft and shy.

"Heh, everyone's used to it by now. Love between man and woman is natural. Who would mock us? I heard every word you said to me on the battlefield. Now, it's time to fulfill that promise."

Yi Tianxing laughed joyfully as he strode upward.