Starting as a Grandmaster, all of my cultivation techniques are at max level.

As time passed, the emerald green light shone directly through the stone tower, growing stronger and stronger until it finally transformed into a pillar of light shooting into the sky.

The head monk Lian Sheng stood outside the tower, staring at the pillar of light, his eyes filled with shock.

"Nine lifetimes of accumulation have come to fruition today. When Venerable Miaodi emerges from seclusion this time, the entire Eastern Xuan Continent will likely be shaken."

Meanwhile, on a remote, isolated island overseas.

The gray-clad swordsman, Jian Wuhen, sat cross-legged on a reef.

The ancient scroll made of animal hide, which he had obtained from the temple, was spread out in front of him.

"I never imagined that I would obtain such a treasure of swordsmanship in my lifetime! If I can comprehend it, my swordsmanship will surely advance further." Jian Wuhen looked at the sword intent constantly emanating from the ancient animal skin scroll, his face flushed slightly with excitement.

Taking a deep breath to calm himself, Jian Wuhen slowly infused his sword intent into the ancient scroll.

The indistinct lines on the ancient scroll began to slowly move, as if they had come to life.

"Huh!? What's going on...?"

Jian Wuhen's expression changed.

The next moment, countless sharp sword intents shot out like beams of light.

Jian Wuhen only felt a blur before his eyes, and then his whole body was engulfed by the sword light.

When he opened his eyes again, he found himself in an unfamiliar world.

There is no sky, no earth, only endless void.

Countless swords floated in the void.

He didn't recognize any of the swords here, but the sword intent emanating from them made his mind tremble.

"The Sword Realm... Could this be the legendary Sword Realm?!"

Jian Wuhen slowly reached out and gently touched the sword closest to him.

The instant his fingertips touched the sword, a massive influx of information flooded into his mind like a tidal wave.

It was a swordsman's insight into the way of the sword, left behind by a swordsman from an unknown era. It encompassed and refined everything from sword techniques to sword intent, sword heart, and sword soul.

Jian Wuhen closed his eyes and quietly comprehended the secrets.

After a long while, he opened his eyes, his face full of shock.

"What a magnificent sword realm..." His fingers trembled uncontrollably. "With such a sword realm, how can the way of the sword not be perfected?"

Without the slightest hesitation, he grabbed the second sword.

……

Meanwhile, on the Tianqi Continent, Xia Jin and the other two were in seclusion.

A grand hall atop a majestic mountain peak, with the words "Heavenly Gate" inscribed above its entrance.

Inside the main hall, Li Chen sat on a chair below with a gloomy expression, his gaze fixed on the three figures above.

The three people sat cross-legged on the high platform, their auras obscure and difficult to discern. Although they were sitting there, they gave people a sense of ethereal emptiness, as if they might melt into the void at any moment.

They are the three ancestors of Tianmen, one of the dominant forces on the Tianqi Continent. Their cultivation has long since reached the ninth level of the Divine Realm, and they would never concern themselves with ordinary matters.

But this time, the news that Li Chen brought was something even they had to take seriously.

Time passes little by little.

Li Chen didn't urge him, but waited quietly.

He knew that this matter was of great importance, and the three elders needed time to weigh the pros and cons.

After a long while, the figure on the far left opened his eyes and his gaze fell on Li Chen.

"Li Chen, are you sure the three treasures you mentioned are real?"

Li Chen took a deep breath, suppressing the tremor in his heart, and nodded, saying, "Third Ancestor, do you think I would lie to you about something like this?"

Li Chen's words silenced the three people above him once again.

After an unknown amount of time, the figure in the middle slowly spoke, "Since you've made up your mind, then we, the Heavenly Gate, will take the gamble with you."

"Presumably, that temple wouldn't turn against our Heavenly Gate for the sake of a few newcomers."

Upon hearing this, a hint of joy flashed in Li Chen's eyes.

That's exactly what he was waiting for.

"Thank you, three venerable ancestors!" He stood up and bowed deeply upwards.

"This time, I will accompany you!" The figure on the far left slowly stood up and said expressionlessly.

"Yes! Third Ancestor!"

……

With the strength of Li Chen and that of the Third Ancestor of the Heavenly Gate,

Soon they arrived at the Valley of Immortality, which connects the Tianqi Continent and the Dongxuan Continent.

In just a few breaths, they had traversed an endless distance and arrived on the Eastern Xuan Continent.

Li Chen stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze sweeping over the unfamiliar land beneath his feet, his eyes filled with a chilling coldness.

"The Eastern Xuan Continent... is much more barren than I imagined. However, I never expected that a master like that guy could emerge from it."

Xia Jin's image unconsciously flashed through Li Chen's mind.

"It's just a pity... refusing a polite offer only leads to a painful consequence! Those who oppose Heavenly Gate are destined for a dismal end!"

He gave a cold laugh and slowly closed his eyes.

His divine sense surged forth like a tidal wave, spreading continuously in all directions of the Eastern Xuan Continent.

He opened his eyes after a short while.

A glint of light flashed in his eyes.

"Third Ancestor, the person has been found." Li Chen turned to look at the Third Ancestor beside him and said in a low voice.

"Alright, which one do you want to deal with first? Lead the way!" The Third Ancestor nodded slightly, not paying too much attention.

It doesn't matter to him who he deals with first.

Li Chen sneered and pointed in the direction of the Eastern Region: "In that case, let's go there first."

As soon as they finished speaking, the two figures disappeared from the spot at the same time.

……

The Great Xia Royal Palace.

Inside the imperial study, Emperor Xia Yu was reviewing memorials.

The Great Xia Dynasty is now unmatched by any other power in the Eastern Xuan Continent. Several surrounding small countries have sent envoys to pay tribute, their attitudes almost humble.

Xia Yu showed no outward expression, but inwardly he was extremely excited.

The Great Xia Dynasty, under the leadership of these two brothers, finally achieved something unprecedented and unparalleled.

at this time,

"Rat, hand over the treasure right now!"

A voice, like a thunderclap, instantly resounded over the entire Great Xia Royal Palace!

The oppressive power contained in that voice caused countless palace servants to collapse to the ground on the spot, bleeding from their seven orifices.

Xia Yu's expression changed, and he suddenly stood up.

"Who? Who dares to be so bold..."

He didn't have time to think, and in a flash, he rushed out of the imperial study.

"Your Majesty!!" Qin Hu, who was standing nearby, rushed out after him.

However, as soon as the two stepped out of the Imperial Study, they felt an extremely terrifying pressure descend from the sky!

The pressure was so intense that even Xia Yu, the ruler of a nation, could barely stand!

He gritted his teeth, raised his head, and looked up at the sky.

Two figures stood suspended in mid-air.

Xia Yu's heart sank to the bottom in an instant.

He knew the newcomer was hostile and incredibly powerful. The mere aura they exuded indicated they were on par with his elder brother, Xia Jin.

at this time,

Two streaks of light shot into the sky!

One came from the Jinwang Palace, and the other came from somewhere outside the palace.

In the blink of an eye, two figures stopped in mid-air, blocking Li Chen and the Three Ancestors.

The people who arrived were Leng Yuexi and Su Xuanji.

Su Xuanji, dressed in red and holding a long sword, had an icy expression. Her gaze was fixed on the two people in front of her, her eyes filled with vigilance.

Leng Yuexi also had a solemn expression, with crimson chains encircling her three feet in front of her, ready to strike at any moment, clearly prepared for battle.

However, Li Chen merely glanced at the two of them indifferently, his sarcasm deepening.

"Heh." He chuckled lightly, his gaze sweeping over the two figures and landing on the Jinwang Palace below. "Rat, what's wrong? You're too afraid to come out yourself, so you're sending two women to represent you?"

"Damn it! What are you saying?!" A cold glint flashed in Leng Yuexi's eyes. She had just opened her mouth when she suddenly felt a terrifying pressure coming towards her!

That was a look from Li Chen.

Just a glance!

Leng Yuexi felt as if an invisible mountain was pressing down on her, and her body uncontrollably took a few steps back.

Su Xuanji was in the same situation; the pressure was so intense that even breathing became difficult for her.

The two exchanged a glance and both saw the horror in each other's eyes.

Who exactly is this person?

A single glance from them is enough to render them powerless.

Seeing their reactions, Li Chen's smile grew even more smug.

Unlike him, the Third Ancestor beside him suddenly felt a wave sweep across his body and couldn't help but frown.

Li Chen slowly raised his hand.

A terrifying aura began to gather in his palm.

And at this moment,

The tightly closed doors of the Prince Jin's Palace suddenly opened slowly.