Fantasy: I, the Great Celestial Venerable of the Dao

His disciples are all outstanding talents. After being tempered, Li Xiaoyao has become much more composed and his cultivation has advanced by leaps and bounds.

He has already reached the threshold of the Upper Clarity Realm and has become an undisputed leader among the younger generation.

He was known as one of the Seven Talents of Qingyun, along with Xiao Yicai, Lin Jingyu, Zeng Shushu, Zhang Xiaofan, Qi Hao, and Song Daren.

Zhao Ling'er also relied on her pure Nuwa spiritual power and her intelligent understanding.

She cultivated in Qingyun Mountain and possessed unfathomable strength, earning her the respectful title of "Qingling Fairy" from her disciples.

At the same time, Lu Xueqi was known as the Fairy of Tianya and Tian Ling'er as the Fairy of Lingpo due to her powerful strength.

Together they are known as the Three Fairies!

Moreover, the "Three Immortals and Seven Sons" have all broken through to the Shangqing realm!

The foundation of all this prosperity lies with the one who sits atop Tongtian Peak—Dao Xuan Da Zhenren.

For the past ten years, he has lived a secluded life, spending most of his time in seclusion in the secret chamber behind the ancestral hall.

Having experienced Tianxin Valley and refined the Taiji Qiankun Diagram, his understanding of Yin and Yang, creation, and the laws of heaven and earth reached a whole new level.

Inside the Illusion Moon Cave

Dao Xuan sat cross-legged, with no dazzling spiritual light shining around him, nor any terrifying aura emanating from him.

He seemed to merge with the surrounding void, his aura ethereal and unpredictable.

Sometimes it is like a gentle spring breeze and nourishing rain, silently nurturing all things; sometimes it is like a deep abyss and a vast ocean, immeasurable.

Deep within his consciousness, the scene was even more astonishing.

It is no longer a simple ocean of magic or a primordial spirit, but a chaotic world that is constantly being born, dying, and evolving!

Earth, water, fire, and wind surge and flow, the pure and turbid energies separate, and the rules of yin and yang intertwine.

It created the prototype of mountains, rivers, sun, moon and stars.

This is the secret of the Returning to Emptiness realm—Refining the Spirit to Return to Emptiness.

The inner world within oneself begins to simulate the generation and evolution of the external universe!

Only by pushing one's own inner world to its ultimate limit.

Only by achieving a certain degree of resonance and unity with the external universe can one touch that legendary higher realm.

Dao Xuan's divine sense, like that of a creator, calmly observes and guides every cycle of birth and death in the inner world.

With each deepening of his understanding of the laws, his inner world became more stable and its scope expanded.

On this day, the void inside the secret room suddenly trembled slightly.

Dao Xuan slowly opened his eyes.

The moment he opened his eyes, it seemed as if countless worlds were being born and dying within them.

There was a galaxy flowing by, but in an instant it returned to the stillness of an ancient well.

The ethereal aura surrounding him reached a perfect balance at this moment, harmonious and flawless, without the slightest imperfection.

Peak of the Returning to Emptiness Realm!

Just one final step is needed to trigger the baptism of the laws of heaven and earth, and one can shed the mortal body, forge the foundation of immortality, and ascend to the Earth Immortal realm!

He gently exhaled a breath of stale air, which transformed into a small spirit dragon.

It hovered in the sealed room for several weeks before slowly dissipating.

"Ten years of arduous practice have finally led to perfection."

Dao Xuan muttered to himself, his voice carrying a hint of understanding.

At his level, he had a vague sense of destiny and fate.

He sensed that the opportunity for breakthrough could not be obtained through mere hard work.

He stood up, took a step, and his figure quietly appeared outside the Jade Purity Hall, overlooking the churning sea of ​​clouds over the Azure Cloud Mountains.

Dao Xuan, who had just stepped out of the cave, heard a clear voice.

It was Ling'er who ran up lightly and affectionately hugged Dao Xuan's arm.

"Ling'er misses Master so much!"

Seeing this, Dao Xuan's smile deepened, and he shook his head with a chuckle. "You little rascal."

"Master, next time you go into seclusion for such a long time, you must tell Ling'er in advance."

Dao Xuan patted Ling'er's little head and nodded with a smile.

"I wonder how Fairy Ling'er's cultivation level is now?" Dao Xuan said jokingly.

……

Shortly after Dao Xuan emerged from seclusion, a startling piece of news arrived.

As if it had sprouted wings, it quickly spread throughout the entire cultivation world of China, shattering a decade of peace.

A terrifying treasure is about to be born in the Great Western Death Swamp!

Rumor has it that recently, a radiant glow shot into the sky from the depths of the Death Swamp.

The news sent shockwaves around the world!

Whether it was the righteous sects or the demonic giants who had been in hiding for many years, all of them turned their attention to the Western Great Swamp, which was known as the forbidden zone of life.

Countless cultivators sprang into action at the mere mention of it, like sharks that had caught the scent of blood.

They flocked to that barren land from all directions.

The entire land of China is once again in turmoil, with undercurrents surging.

Inside the Jade Purity Hall of Qingyun Gate.

The leaders of each faction gathered once again and appeared in the hall. Everyone's expressions were quite solemn.

"Sect Leader, the news has been confirmed," Wan Jianyi said first.

The tone was serious.

"There are indeed unusual phenomena in the Western Great Swamp, and it is by no means unfounded. Now, all kinds of forces are making moves, and as the leader of the righteous path, I, Qingyun, cannot ignore them."

Tian Buyi replied, "The Great Swamp of Death is a harsh environment, teeming with poisonous creatures, and extremely dangerous."

However, this extraordinary treasure is far too powerful; if it falls into the hands of demonic forces, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Master Shuiyue coldly replied, "Qingyun will not shirk its duty and must send its elite disciples."

Firstly, to investigate the authenticity of the rare treasure; secondly, to prevent it from falling into the hands of evildoers.

Everyone echoed this sentiment, and all eyes turned to Dao Xuan, who sat upright at the head of the table.

Dao Xuan remained calm, as if he had anticipated all of this.

After a moment, he spoke slowly, his voice steady, setting the tone:

"Innate treasures belong to those of virtue, and are accompanied by immense karmic consequences. We, the disciples of Qingyun, should prioritize training and experience, and consider acquiring treasures as secondary."

Dao Xuan then looked at Xiao Yicai and the others.

"Hmm, they're all very good." He glanced at everyone and nodded with a smile.

At this moment, Dao Xuan's aura of immortality and dignified bearing became even stronger.

His praise brought smiles to the faces of the younger generation, who subconsciously straightened their backs even more.

Even the usually composed Lu Xueqi couldn't help but smile slightly.

After all, the person above them held immense prestige in their eyes.

Dao Xuan offered a few more words of encouragement.

Afterwards, he discussed with several senior elders the matter of sending the young disciples to the Death Swamp for training.

……

At this time, the other five sects that had made an appointment with Qingyun Sect were also preparing to send their disciples to the Death Swamp.

The Death Swamp has always been shrouded in mystery.

Moreover, with such a huge commotion this time, who knows what level of treasures are inside?

Leaving aside the level of the Immortal Execution Sword and the Taiji Qiankun Diagram.

Even a divine item from the highest heavens would be acceptable.

The six major sects naturally sent their strongest members to secretly protect their younger disciples.

The Qingyun Sect did not, but only informed the Cangsong Daoist who was doing good deeds at the foot of the mountain.

The 16 young disciples of Qingyun Sect spent more than ten days on it.

They had just flown from Qingyun Sect to the Death Swamp.

When they arrived, the other five major sects, except for Tianyong City which was relatively far away, had not yet arrived.

The other four factions have already arrived.

"Senior Brother Xu, Master Faxiang, Master Kongming, Fellow Daoist Li Xun, fellow Daoists, it's been a long time. I apologize for keeping you all waiting."

Xiao Yicai led his fellow disciples toward Xu Changqing and the others.