I am submissive in Journey to the West, I strike hard at the gods

His figure was enveloped in light, and the power of space was constantly tearing at his body. Fortunately, his physical body was incredibly strong and he was not damaged.

He took one last look in the direction of the Yixin Sect and silently prayed, "Grandpa, Sect Master, Elders, wait for me. I will definitely conquer the Secret Realm Tower and return in glory."

As the light grew brighter, Jiang Wang's figure gradually disappeared from the teleportation array, leaving only a faint spatial ripple.

Beyond the Auspicious Realm, the Auspicious Continent, and the Secret Tower.

The place was bustling with activity, a gathering of cultivators from all over the Auspicious Realm, all there to challenge the Secret Realm Tower and seek opportunities.

The Secret Realm Tower stands tens of thousands of feet tall, constructed entirely of unknown black rock. Ancient runes are inscribed all over its body, radiating a vast and mysterious aura. A faint halo surrounds the base of the tower, which is the defensive barrier of the Secret Realm Tower.

A flash of light appeared, and Jiang Wang's figure appeared on an open space not far from the Secret Realm Tower.

As soon as he landed, he felt countless gazes falling on him, some curious, some scrutinizing, and some disdainful.

"Another arrogant brat has arrived. Judging from his aura, he's only at the first level of the Strength Saint realm. How dare he try to challenge the Secret Realm Tower?" A cultivator dressed in white sneered. His companion chimed in, "That's right. In recent years, more and more cultivators have blindly followed the trend, thinking that they can challenge the tower just because they have some strength. In the end, they all end up dying."

Jiang Wang ignored the mockery. His gaze fell on the Secret Realm Tower, and he felt the mysterious aura emanating from the tower, which strengthened his resolve.

He could sense that the Secret Realm Tower contained immense power, and if he could break through it, it would definitely allow him to further enhance his physical cultivation.

He circulated his internal energy to repair the injuries he sustained in his previous fight with Tu Lie, while simultaneously observing the surrounding cultivators.

He discovered that among the cultivators who came to challenge the tower, there were many powerful cultivators in the middle and late stages of the Saint Realm, and even a few cultivators at the peak of the Saint Realm. They were clearly top geniuses from various forces.

Just then, a burly cultivator clad in animal skins walked up to Jiang Wang, looking down at him arrogantly: "Boy, new here? I advise you to leave as soon as possible. The Secret Realm Tower is not for you to conquer, lest you lose your life and leave no trace."

Jiang Wang looked up at the other party and sensed the aura of a fourth-level Saint emanating from him. He said in a calm tone, "Whether I can break through or not is none of your business."

I advise you to mind your own business.

"Oh ho? You're pretty arrogant, aren't you?"

A flash of anger crossed the beast-hide cultivator's eyes, and he reached out to slap Jiang Wang's shoulder. "I see you don't know your place. Today I'll teach you what rules to follow in front of this secret realm tower!"

His palm carried immense power; if it struck Jiang Wang, even with his strong physique, he would surely be injured.

Jiang Wang's eyes turned cold as he dodged to the side, simultaneously striking the beast-skin cultivator in the chest with his palm.

The beast-hide cultivator hadn't expected Jiang Wang to react so quickly. He hurriedly dodged to the side, but was still struck by Jiang Wang's palm strike. He staggered back a few steps, a look of surprise on his face: "Huh? You little guy, your physical body does have some strength."

"It's not just about strength."

Jiang Wang's tone was icy, and his aura slowly rose, "If you dare to lay a hand on me again, don't blame me for being impolite."

The beast-skin cultivator's eyes gleamed with fighting spirit. He was a warmonger by nature, and seeing Jiang Wang's extraordinary physique, he immediately became interested: "Interesting! Looks like you're not a fool."

My name is Xiong Pi, and I am a cultivator from Black Wind Ridge.

"Dare to have a match with me? If you can beat me, I'll acknowledge your skill; if you lose, you'd better get out of here obediently, how about it?"

Jiang Wang looked at the bear and pondered for a moment.

He had just arrived on the Auspicious Continent and was unfamiliar with the strength of the cultivators there. He could take advantage of the fight with the bear to test the combat power of the cultivators in the Auspicious Realm.

"Can.

But stop there; don't ruin the harmony.

"Don't worry! I, Xiong Pi, keep my word!"

Xiong Pi laughed loudly, his aura surged, and the power of a fourth-level Saint of Strength erupted. A faint black halo appeared on his body, which was the manifestation of the "Black Wind Profound Body" he cultivated.

He stomped his feet hard on the ground and pounced on Jiang Wang like a black bear, his fists whistling through the air as they smashed straight at Jiang Wang's head.

Jiang Wang's expression was solemn. He activated the Nine Revolutions Profound Technique within his body, nimbly dodging Xiong Pi's fists while simultaneously sweeping his right leg towards Xiong Pi's knee.

The bear quickly withdrew its fist to block, its arm colliding with Jiang Wang's right leg with a dull thud.

"boom!"

The bear remained as steady as Mount Tai, but Jiang Wang was so shaken that he took two steps back.

He thought to himself, "This bear's physical body is indeed powerful. A fourth-level strength saint is indeed a bit stronger than other cultivators of the same level in the One Heart Realm."

The bear also noticed Jiang Wang's extraordinary abilities. The arrogance on his face gradually faded, replaced by a more serious expression: "Good lad, no wonder you're so arrogant, you do have some skill."

Again!

As soon as he finished speaking, Xiong Pi launched another attack. His moves were wide and powerful, full of savage force. Every punch and kick was devastating. The surrounding cultivators retreated to make room for the two to fight, while curiously watching from the sidelines.

"Who is that kid? He actually dared to fight Xiong Pi. Xiong Pi is a Saint of Strength at the Fourth Heaven, and his physical body is extremely powerful."

"I don't know. Judging from his aura, he seems to be only at the first level of the Heavenly Realm. Isn't this like throwing an egg against a rock?"

"It's hard to say. The fact that the bear's punch didn't hurt him means that this kid's physical body is definitely extraordinary."

The murmurs of the onlookers reached Jiang Wang's ears, but he remained unmoved, focusing on dealing with the bear's attack.

With his exquisite movements and mastery of power, he constantly dodged the bear's fierce attacks while looking for an opportunity to counterattack.

Although the bear was strong, its movements were relatively clumsy, and Jiang Wang gradually found its weaknesses.

Just as Xiong Pi threw a punch, Jiang Wang suddenly turned to the side, grabbed Xiong Pi's wrist with his right hand in a claw shape, and then twisted it while throwing his left fist at Xiong Pi's chest.

The bear was shocked and tried to break free, but found that Jiang Wang's hand was gripping its wrist tightly like an iron clamp, making it impossible to move.

He could only endure Jiang Wang's punch.

"boom!"

The bear grunted, its body being thrown back several steps, a dent in its chest and a trickle of blood escaping from the corner of its mouth.

He stared at Jiang Wang in disbelief: "You...your power, how is that possible? You're clearly only at the first level of the Heavenly Realm!"

Jiang Wang released his hand, his tone indifferent: "Realm doesn't represent everything."

You lost.

Xiong Pi's face turned pale and then red. He had intended to teach Jiang Wang a lesson in front of everyone, but he was defeated by Jiang Wang instead.

But he was also a straightforward person, and he clasped his hands in a fist salute to Jiang Wang: "I lost! You have the right to stay here."

I, Xiongpi, consider you my friend!

Jiang Wang nodded slightly: "Thank you."

The surrounding cultivators were in an uproar upon seeing this, and their gazes toward Jiang Wang completely changed.

The previous mockery and disdain disappeared, replaced by awe and curiosity.

A first-level Strength Saint actually defeated a fourth-level Xiong Pi; such talent is truly astonishing.

Just then, a clear, cold voice rang out: "I never expected that there would be such a talented physical cultivator in the Auspicious Realm."

Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and saw a woman in a blue dress with an exquisite appearance walking slowly towards them. She exuded the aura of a fifth-level Law Saint and had a cold temperament, like an iceberg snow lotus.

"It's Fairy Lingxi! Why is she here?" "Fairy Lingxi is a genius disciple of the Qingyun Sect, a fifth-level Law Saint. It is said that her original Dao techniques are extremely powerful, and she is one of the popular candidates to challenge the Secret Realm Tower this time."

Lingxi walked up to Jiang Wang, her gaze falling on him with a hint of scrutiny: "What's your name? Who is your master?"

"Jiang Wang."

He was self-taught, without any formal training or affiliation.

Jiang Wang spoke calmly, showing no fear in the face of Ling tide's scrutiny.

"No sect or faction?"

A hint of surprise flashed in Lingxi's eyes, then she nodded. "No wonder your physical body is so well-cultivated, yet you have no support from the power of laws."

The Secret Realm Tower tests not only physical strength, but also the ability to apply the laws and adapt to changing circumstances. Relying solely on your physical body, you'll likely find it difficult to progress very far.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Wang's heart stirred.

Lingxi is right. While proving one's Dao through force is powerful, it lacks the support of the power of laws, which would indeed put one at a disadvantage when facing high-level cultivators.

"Thank you for the reminder, fairy. I know what I'm doing."

Lingxi glanced at Jiang Wang, said nothing more, and turned to walk towards the Secret Realm Tower, clearly preparing to start her ascent.

Xiong Pi leaned close to Jiang Wang and whispered, "Brother Jiang, although Fairy Lingxi is aloof, she's not a bad person, and what she said makes sense."

Each level of the Secret Realm Tower presents a different challenge; the higher you go, the greater the requirements for the laws of the universe. You must be careful.

"I understand, thank you for reminding me, Brother Xiong."

Jiang Wang nodded, his gaze fixed on the Secret Realm Tower, and he made his preparations.

He took a deep breath and walked towards the Secret Realm Tower.

As soon as he reached the halo of light beneath the Secret Realm Tower, an aged voice echoed in his mind: "Outsider, welcome to the Secret Realm Tower."

Please select your tower-climbing mode: solo or team.

Jiang Wang thought to himself, "There's a team mode too?"

After thinking about it, he decided to choose single-player mode.

He's not used to teaming up with others, and he can better hone his skills by soloing the tower.

"Single-player mode".

"Okay, single-player mode activated."

Please proceed to the first floor.

As soon as he finished speaking, the halo slowly dispersed, revealing a black stone door.

Jiang Wang pushed open the door and went inside.

The stone gate slowly closed behind him, and the surrounding environment instantly changed, transforming from the previous square into a desolate valley filled with a light mist and an aura of danger.

"Roar!" A loud noise rang out, and a huge, ferocious beast burst out of the mist.

This ferocious beast resembled a tiger, but it had three heads and six arms. Its body was covered with black scales, and it exuded the aura of a third-level Dao Saint. Its beastly eyes gleamed with ferocity as it stared intently at Jiang Wang.

"A ferocious beast from the Third Heaven?"

A knowing glint flashed in Jiang Wang's eyes.

The first level of the Secret Realm Tower's test was indeed aimed at the physical body; this ferocious beast's physical strength was comparable to Elder Tu Lie's.

The three-headed tiger beast roared, and its six arms swung simultaneously, carrying immense power as it smashed towards Jiang Wang.

Jiang Wang dared not be careless. He activated the Nine Revolutions Profound Technique within his body, nimbly dodging the attacks while observing the weaknesses of the three-headed tiger beast.

Although the three-headed tiger beast's attacks were fierce, its movements were relatively slow, and there were weaknesses in the coordination between its six arms.

With his exquisite footwork, Jiang Wang constantly weaved through the gaps in the three-headed tiger beast's attacks, while also launching counterattacks from time to time. His fists landed on the three-headed tiger beast's scales, producing dull thuds.

"Bang! Bang! Bang!"

Jiang Wang's fists rained down on the three-headed tiger beast. Although they failed to break its scales, they still caused its blood and qi to surge, and it let out a painful roar.

The three-headed tiger beast was completely enraged, its aura surged, and all three heads simultaneously spewed out black flames, sweeping towards Jiang Wang.

Jiang Wang's expression changed, and he quickly retreated while circulating his vital energy to protect his body.

The black flames landed on the ground beside him, instantly burning a large crater and emitting a pungent, acrid smell.

"Such powerful flames!"

Jiang Wang thought to himself, no longer daring to be careless, and decided to finish the battle quickly.

He took a deep breath, gathering all his vital energy into his right fist. He unleashed the full power of the ninth level of the Nine Revolutions Profound Technique, and a dazzling earthy yellow halo appeared on his fist.

He flashed forward like an arrow, charging towards the three-headed tiger beast, his right fist smashing down with overwhelming force towards the middle head of the beast.

Sensing the danger, the three-headed tiger beast quickly swung its six arms to block, while its middle head opened its mouth and spewed out a black beam of light, shooting towards Jiang Wang.

Ignoring the beam of light, Jiang Wang still slammed his fist down relentlessly.

"boom!"

The fist collided with the arm of the three-headed tiger beast, and all six arms were instantly severed, with blood gushing out.

Jiang Wang's fist continued its relentless assault on the head in the middle.

"Crack!"

A crisp sound of bones cracking rang out as Jiang Wang smashed the middle head of the three-headed tiger beast with a single punch, splattering black blood and brain matter all over the ground.

The remaining two heads let out a shrill roar, their bodies gradually collapsed, and their breath completely dissipated.

Jiang Wang retracted his fist and breathed slightly.

That punch just now almost exhausted half of his vital energy.

He circulated his vital energy to restore his strength while observing the valley.

As the three-headed tiger beasts died, the mist in the valley gradually dissipated, and a stone gate appeared at the end of the valley, clearly the entrance to the second level.

Just then, a beam of light fell on Jiang Wang, and his vital energy was instantly restored. At the same time, the old voice rang in his mind: "First level cleared. Reward: Physical energy enhancement, unlocking the second level."

Jiang Wang was overjoyed, not expecting a reward.

He straightened his clothes and walked towards the stone gate.

He pushed open the door and entered the second floor.

The environment on the second floor was completely different from the first. It was a vast palace filled with countless stone pillars, each engraved with ancient runes and emanating a faint aura of law. (End of Chapter)