My son is about to break through.

The two blood-red blades were long and slender, entirely crimson, with vengeful spirits faintly entwined around their edges.

They had accompanied that headless corpse through countless battles, slaying countless powerful figures and staining the ground with countless drops of blood.

Its killing intent was so strong and its murderous aura so intense that it could cause any being below the half-step immortal realm to lose their mind.

The black divine spear had a dark body, a sharp tip, and countless ancient runes engraved on its body.

It came from the Fallen Immortal Sea and was once the natal treasure of an Immortal Celestial Venerable. Its power surpasses that of the two blood blades.

Any one of these three half-step immortal artifacts, if thrown out, would cause a stir not only in this immortal secret realm, but even in the endless immortal domain.

It should be understood that a half-step immortal artifact has already exceeded the scope of ordinary ninth-grade creation treasures and is a true "quasi-immortal" treasure.

Such treasures, even in the hands of veteran immortals, can still play a remarkable role.

At this moment, all three are gathered together.

This is the biggest takeaway from this trip.

Gu Qingfeng looked at the treasures before him with a calm and composed expression.

These gains are certainly valuable.

But for him, the only things that truly mattered were those six immortal crystals.

That was the key to his breakthrough to the Immortal Celestial Venerable realm.

He raised his hand and took the six immortal crystals into his palm.

The six crystals, each emanating a different aura of the Great Dao, trembled slightly in his palm, as if they were repelling each other, yet also attracting each other.

Gu Qingfeng closed his eyes to sense it.

Each of the six immortal crystals contains a different path to immortality.

If one can thoroughly comprehend these immortal paths, transforming them into nourishment for oneself and integrating them into the Great Dao of the Netherworld—

How far away is it from breaking through to immortality?

……

The celestial palace remained tightly shut, and time passed silently.

Gu Qingfeng's seclusion this time will last for an unknown period of time.

Outside the celestial palace, the ancient and sacred Jiushan Mountain still stands majestically, shrouded in mist, and where cranes still soar.

Those Eight Tribulation Celestial Venerables recruited from various forbidden zones of life found their own caves in the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land to cultivate in seclusion, waiting for the day Gu Qingfeng would emerge from seclusion.

Feng Xuan and Li Chenzhou were among them.

The two of them had followed Gu Qingfeng the longest, witnessing him conquer the Forbidden Zone of the Burial Gods and collect the Dragon Ball, witnessing him suppress the Burial Immortal Ruins and subdue the Ancient Bronze Bell, and witnessing him sweep across the Demon Abyss and step into the Chaos Sea.

They knew better than anyone else what kind of being they were following.

Therefore, they are more law-abiding than anyone else.

Quiet contemplation, waiting.

I have no other thoughts.

During the years that Gu Qingfeng was in seclusion and the Immortal Palace was closed, the starry sky was in turmoil and turmoil.

The root of the turmoil lies in those five supreme forbidden zones.

As news of Gu Qingfeng breaking through the five supreme forbidden zones spread throughout the starry sky, those forbidden zones that had previously deterred countless Heavenly Venerables and caused Supreme Beings to bleed and perish overnight became highly sought-after by everyone.

After all, in any of the most forbidden zones, there have been instances of supreme beings shedding their blood.

Those supreme beings were all unparalleled geniuses who suppressed their respective regions in their era.

After their fall, the treasures they carried with them, the insights gained from their lifelong cultivation, and the resources they painstakingly accumulated were all left deep within the forbidden zone.

Finding even one of these would be an incredible stroke of luck.

If one can grasp even a fraction of this, it will benefit one for a lifetime.

In the past, the Supreme Forbidden Zone was too dangerous, and other Celestial Venerables dared not enter.

Even an Eight Tribulation Celestial Venerable would find it difficult to emerge alive, and even a Supreme Being would shed blood.

Therefore, although those opportunities were tempting, no one dared to take them.

But now it's different.

Gu Qingfeng has broken through the five supreme forbidden zones!

That earth-shattering battle has long been known throughout the starry sky.

Since Gu Qingfeng had broken through the five supreme forbidden zones, the source of the turmoil deep within those forbidden zones—those terrifying beings that caused even the supreme beings to bleed—was naturally suppressed by him.

Now that the source of the unrest deep within the restricted area has been eliminated, the danger within the restricted area itself has naturally decreased significantly.

then--

Countless celestial beings were tempted.

They began to flock to the five supreme forbidden zones.

The Ancient God Forbidden Zone, the Ancient Unborn Mine, the Purgatory Forbidden Zone, the Netherworld Forbidden Zone, and the Fallen Immortal Sea—these five forbidden zones that once terrified countless people—have now become the most bustling places in the entire starry sky.

Countless celestial beings rushed from all directions, stepping into those forbidden zones they had never dared to tread before.

however--

The Supreme Forbidden Zone is ultimately just the Supreme Forbidden Zone.

Even though the source of the turmoil has been suppressed, and even though the immortal remains have vanished, countless terrifying things still remain in those forbidden zones.

There remains of the undying obsession of a fallen supreme being.

It contains the resentment and curses left behind by countless powerful individuals who perished.

There are fragments of Daoist charm left over from the great war.

There are strange rules accumulated over hundreds of millions of years.

These things, though not as good as that immortal remains, are still enough to make any Celestial Venerable tremble with fear.

As a result, a large number of Celestial Venerables poured into the forbidden zone, and a large number of Celestial Venerables perished there.

Some Celestial Venerables, having just stepped into the edge of the forbidden zone, were locked onto by a lingering Supreme Sword Intent and instantly cleaved in two, their bodies and souls annihilated.

Some Celestial Venerables ventured deep into forbidden zones, triggering an ancient restriction. They were instantly overwhelmed by countless chaotic currents of Daoist energy, not even having time to utter a scream.

Some celestial beings, by sheer luck, escaped the obvious dangers, only to be secretly targeted by a lurking entity, their souls devoured without their knowledge, turning them into walking corpses.

The most horrifying scene occurred in the Fallen Immortal Sea.

An Eight Tribulation Celestial Venerable discovered a broken Supreme Immortal Artifact deep within the Fallen Immortal Sea.

The next instant, he triggered the Great Dao restrictions surrounding that immortal artifact.

A terrifying light flashed.

The Eight Tribulation Celestial Venerable didn't even have time to react before the light pierced through his body.

His physical body shattered instantly, and his soul vanished in an instant, turning into a cloud of blood mist that dissipated into the sky above the Fallen Immortal Sea.

Bloodshed in the Void!

An Eight Tribulation Celestial Venerable has fallen!

That scene caused countless celestial beings who witnessed it to feel as if they had fallen into an ice cave.

They finally realized that even though the source of the turmoil had been eliminated, the Forbidden Zone remained the Forbidden Zone.

That's not a place they can freely set foot in.

Many celestial beings retreated.

Even the best opportunities require the right life to enjoy them.

What use is even the greatest opportunity if you lose your life?
however--

Just as these Celestial Venerables were retreating, a message arrived that once again caused a stir throughout the entire starry sky.

There was once a Celestial Venerable of the First Tribulation who, deep within the Forbidden Zone of Ancient Gods, was fortunate enough to obtain an ancient pill for enlightenment left behind by a former Supreme Being.

That ancient pill was a treasure refined by that supreme being before his death to aid in cultivation.

Although the medicinal effects have diminished over countless years, it still contains a portion of the Daoist essence of that supreme being.

That Heavenly Venerable of the First Tribulation broke through two realms in a short period of time after consuming the ancient pill!
From a First Tribulation Celestial Venerable, he directly stepped into a Third Tribulation Celestial Venerable!

Two realms!

It should be understood that every step of the breakthrough to the Celestial Venerable Realm is as difficult as ascending to heaven.

For an ordinary Celestial Venerable to break through two realms in succession, it requires a long period of honing skills, the accumulation of countless resources, and even more so, a tremendous opportunity and enlightenment.

Even worse, some people, even when their lifespan was exhausted, failed to advance further in the Heavenly Venerable Realm and could only die in despair, passing away with regret.

That First Tribulation Celestial Venerable accomplished something that countless people could not do even after a lifetime, all with just one ancient pill!

This news was like adding fuel to the fire, instantly igniting the greed in the hearts of all the Celestial Venerables. What was there to fear in the face of danger!
Opportunity is the most important thing!
If I can break through two realms in a row, it will be worth it even if I die nine times out of ten!

If I could reach a higher realm, I would be willing to bear the risk of my own demise!
Thus, those Heavenly Venerables who had just retreated went berserk once again.

They were no longer content with staying outside the penalty area, but instead frantically advanced into its depths.

They were no longer afraid of the remaining dangers, but instead did their best to search every inch of potentially valuable land.

Faced with this opportunity, the powerful figures from all sides completely abandoned any pretense of civility.

In a struggle for a supreme relic, two once-friendly sects turned against each other and engaged in a fierce battle.

In a struggle for a place to attain enlightenment, several longtime friends turned against each other with swords drawn, their blood staining the starry sky.

In a battle for a single Enlightenment Pill, dozens of Celestial Venerables clashed violently, causing the heavens and earth to tremble and countless people to die.

In the vast starry sky, there is a small battle almost every three days and a major battle almost every five days.

All of these were caused by chance.

Some established forces were destroyed in this chaotic battle.

New forces have also emerged in this chaotic battle.

Those forces that usually keep a low profile have reaped considerable benefits in this battle for opportunity.

Some obtained supreme relics and cultivated new top-tier powerhouses.

Some obtained the Enlightenment Pill, which boosted the overall strength of their sects.

Some, in the chaos of war, swallowed up other forces and expanded rapidly.

The celestial patterns are quietly changing amidst this upheaval.

however--

No matter how turbulent the outside world is, no matter how the stars change, there is one place that remains unaffected.

That is the ancient sacred land.

The Ancient Netherworld remained steadfast amidst this battle for opportunity that swept across the entire starry sky.

No force dared to attack the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land, and no Celestial Venerable dared to run wild there.

The reason for this is that the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land is the strongest.

With numerous Eight Tribulation Celestial Venerables presiding over it, this is the greatest source of confidence for the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land.

Any one of these Eight Tribulation Celestial Venerables would be a top-tier powerhouse capable of shaking a region if placed in the outside world.

not to mention--

Behind the ancient and secluded sacred land lies Gu Qingfeng.

That being who has broken through the five supreme forbidden zones.

That person was recognized as the strongest in the entire starry sky.

Since Gu Qingfeng broke through the five supreme forbidden zones, he has become the undisputed number one powerhouse in the starry sky, a fact that no one questions.

After all, many supreme beings have fallen in the five supreme forbidden zones.

Throughout history, countless supreme beings have ventured into it, seeking its secrets and opportunities, only to remain there forever.

Gu Qingfeng is the only one capable of breaking through the five supreme forbidden zones.

He conquered all five supreme forbidden zones.

He killed all seven immortal remains.

With such a record and such strength, if not the strongest, then who is?
With Gu Qingfeng, the strongest expert, in charge, the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land is naturally unshakeable.

Unless someone is tired of living, no one would dare to make a move against the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land.

Everyone knows this.

Therefore, no matter how turbulent the outside world is, the Ancient Netherworld remains peaceful and tranquil.

The Ancient Nether Saint Lord went about his daily business as usual. Occasionally, when powerful forces came to visit, he would receive them politely, but he never made any promises lightly.

He knew what it meant to protect himself wisely.

He had no intention of interfering in the conflicts in the starry sky.

For him, the most important thing right now is to cling to Gu Qingfeng's coattails.

Then, they sought an opportunity to leave this immortal realm and venture into the outside world in search of immortality.

Yes, immortality.

The Ancient Netherworld Saint Lord has lived for hundreds of billions of years and has ruled the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land for countless years.

He had fantasized countless times about one day achieving immortality.

Previously, this was just a fantasy.

But now, as he gets to know Gu Qingfeng better, he gradually realizes that this is not a fantasy, but a hope that may be realized.

Gu Qingfeng comes from the outside world.

There are endless immortal realms outside.

There, the Heavenly Venerable can attain immortality.

Immortality!

That was something he had always dreamed of!

If one cannot live forever, then everything is just fleeting smoke.

What use is it to have great power, strength, or deep foundation?

When lifespan is exhausted, dust returns to dust, ashes to ashes, and all is vanity.

Before the hope of immortality was realized, the Ancient Nether Saint Lord's goal was naturally to increase his strength, expand his influence, and make the Ancient Nether Holy Land one of the most powerful forces in the starry sky.

But now that there is hope for immortality, his first priority is naturally to achieve immortality.

As for the rest, we can put them aside for now.

In any case, the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land is already one of the most powerful forces in the starry sky, so whether it expands or not will not have a significant impact.

If he acts recklessly and displeases Gu Qingfeng, that would be a truly devastating blow to the Ancient Nether Holy Land.

Because he understood this, the Ancient Nether Saint Lord seemed quite content to remain calm and collected.

No matter how turbulent the outside world may be, I remain steadfast and unmoved.

the other side.

Gu Xuan and Gu Xiu were different.

Their true purpose in entering this immortal realm was to seek an opportunity for further advancement.

Now that their father is in seclusion, the two of them are not idle in the Ancient Netherworld Holy Land, but are heading to various parts of the starry sky to seek opportunities to break through their cultivation levels.

……

"boom!"

Within a star-studded continent, a terrifying aura suddenly erupted, followed by a strange power spreading in all directions.

A streak of blood-red light shot into the sky, instantly tearing through the void and escaping. But immediately afterward, several powerful auras followed closely behind, seemingly determined to relentlessly pursue it.

These sudden changes attracted the attention of many powerful figures in the starry sky.

"The aura of the evil god clan!"

"I never imagined that an evil god would be lurking on this continent—"

"This blood-red light is quite extraordinary; the evil god lurking here is probably no ordinary force!"

Over the years, the evil god race has almost disappeared from the starry sky. Although new evil gods occasionally enter the secret realm, they are all quickly suppressed on the spot.

Over time, many cultivators temporarily overlooked the existence of the evil god race.

Seeing the blood-red light appear and the evil god reappear, they were naturally somewhat taken aback.

But soon.

The other cultivators were invigorated and chased after the streak of blood-red light.

millions of years ago.

There was a rumor in the ancient sacred land that anyone who slays an evil god and then hands over his corpse will receive a reward from the sacred land.

These rewards include cultivation resources and the inheritance of cultivation techniques.

Like the evil gods at the Celestial Venerable Realm, each one is worth a considerable amount of Great Dao Immortal Stones.

In this context, discovering the evil god race is tantamount to discovering a walking cultivation resource for other cultivators. (End of Chapter)