Chapter 53: Then Let the God-Grade Divine Trait Test My Sword

Chapter 53: Then Let the God-Grade Divine Trait Test My Sword

Chen Feng returned to Juejian Peak from the Huntian Palace without meeting his Guardian. In fact, he didn’t even know who his Guardian was. When he asked his master, Wang Yuandao, the latter did not give a clear answer, only sighing with emotion, "I never expected that one would be willing to act as your Guardian..."

It seemed his Guardian was anything but ordinary, perhaps even surpassing the Dao Integration Realm elders he had seen earlier in the Huntian Palace.

"Disciple, the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm will open in less than three months," Wang Yuandao changed the subject. "Not only will the prodigies of our Huntian Sect’s current generation enter, but so will those from previous generations who have yet to break through the Body Forging Realm. Additionally, the prodigies and peerless geniuses from the other nine major factions, as well as some first-rate factions, will also participate."

Chen Feng was stunned.

He had originally assumed the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm belonged solely to the Huntian Sect, but it now appeared to be a realm shared across the Eastern Wasteland.

This was even better.

Not only could he seek opportunities within the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm, but he could also compete against other prodigies and peerless geniuses.

How exhilarating!

Chen Feng resolved not to leave Juejian Peak for the next three months, dedicating himself entirely to cultivation.

If he could advance his cultivation to the Twelfth Transformation of the Body Forging Realm, that would be ideal. However, he understood the difficulty of such a feat and could only strive to improve as much as possible. Even if he remained at the Eleventh Transformation, there were still varying degrees of strength within the same realm.

Beyond that, he would focus on mastering various martial arts—especially sword techniques.

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Elsewhere in the Eastern Wasteland, a vast mountain range stretched for thousands of kilometers, dominating the land.

Multicolored radiance shimmered in the air, and auspicious energy coiled like ribbons.

Beasts roamed freely, and spirit birds soared through the skies.

An immense, ancient aura permeated the area, condensing into swirling mists that shrouded the peaks, making the distant view resemble a celestial paradise.

Compared to this, the scenery of the Huntian Sacred Mountain paled in comparison.

This was none other than the Tianyuan Mountain, home to the Tianyuan Sacred Land.

As one of the Ten Strongest Factions of the Eastern Wasteland and one of its three Sacred Land-level powers, the Tianyuan Sacred Land’s mountain gate was naturally extraordinary, far surpassing those of the seven super-first-rate factions.

Countless palaces and cave dwellings dotted the mountain range, spread across its many peaks.

Within the Tianyuan Sacred Hall, the main peak of the Tianyuan Sacred Land, Chixingzi was speaking before a gathering of figures seated in lofty positions. Each exuded a terrifying aura of Dao Integration, their numbers clearly surpassing those of the Dao Integration elders within the Huntian Sect’s Huntian Palace.

"Elder Chixingzi, are you saying the Huntian Sect has recruited a Mortal Body capable of defying the heavens this time?" an elder with white hair and beard questioned solemnly.

"Indeed," Chixingzi affirmed once more. "This boy possesses astonishing comprehension, having grasped and mastered the First Form of the Juejian Sword Art—an extraordinary feat. Moreover, he has forged at least the fourth level of the Huntian Sword Body. Given enough time, he will undoubtedly become another Wang Yuandao. If he breaks through to the Dao Integration Realm, he will pose a significant threat."

"Then we must find an opportunity to eliminate him," another elder declared coldly, his tone indifferent, as though passing judgment on another’s fate.

"The Hidden Dragon Secret Realm will do."

"Good, in less than three months, the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm will open. By then, let the prodigies of our sacred land find an opportunity to eliminate this person."

With just a few words, Chen Feng's fate was decided.

Afterward, the group moved on to other topics. After all, a mere Body Forging Realm cultivator—even if he was a peerless prodigy—was hardly worth the excessive attention of a group of Dao Integration Realm experts.

A prodigy who had not yet truly grown was merely potential, not strength.

...

The matter of the Three Quasi-Saints of Tianyuan Sacred Land challenging Huntian Sect could not be concealed and soon spread to the other factions, becoming known to them.

Thus, Chen Feng's name began circulating among the major factions, drawing some attention.

As the opening of the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm drew nearer, all sorts of information continuously emerged and spread.

For example, details about the peerless prodigies—and even more astonishing, more formidable prodigies—from various factions.

Juejian Peak.

During breaks from cultivation, Chen Feng reviewed the information Li Xinyue had delivered.

It contained detailed records of the peerless prodigies from the Ten Strongest Factions of the Eastern Wasteland. Each of them possessed an innate Saint-Grade Divine Trait, and each had at least reached the Eleventh Transformation of the Body Forging Realm. Some were even prodigies from the previous year or the year before last.

Essentially, the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm would be entered by prodigies and peerless prodigies from two years ago, last year, and this year.

As for those from earlier years, they had almost all broken through the shackles of the Body Forging Realm, advancing to the Aperture Opening Realm or even higher.

As Chen Feng flipped through the records, he came across the profiles of Tianyuan Sacred Land's peerless prodigies. The three he had previously defeated were listed, along with others.

"Suspected God-Grade Divine Trait..."

Chen Feng's gaze was instantly drawn to one particular name, his pupils contracting to needle-thin slits.

Those with Saint-Grade Divine Traits were already extraordinary. If not for the Divine Talisman Of Creation, he would likely still be stuck in Huntian Dao Academy within the Great Xia Kingdom, with no chance to rise, let alone become a Quasi-Sect Heir of Huntian Sect and compete against the prodigies and peerless prodigies of this era.

If Saint-Grade Divine Traits were this remarkable, then what of God-Grade Divine Traits?

Chen Feng did not know, for Huntian Sect had not seen a God-Grade Divine Trait holder in many years.

However, a glimpse could be inferred from the Huntian Drum test during the sect entrance examination.

Five strikes earned one the title of Quasi-Sect Heir. To become a Sect Heir, one first had to qualify as a Sect Heir Candidate and then compete against other candidates—with the final outcome uncertain.

Six strikes, however, directly granted the title of Sect Heir.

The difference was staggering.

"Not only does Tianyuan Sacred Land have a suspected God-Grade Divine Trait holder, but Zhenwu Sacred Land and the Nangong Imperial Clan also seem to have one..."

A sharp gleam flickered in Chen Feng's eyes, radiating an intense sharpness.

So what if it truly was a God-Grade Divine Trait?

"Let the God-Grade Divine Trait test my sword..." Chen Feng murmured to himself.

Training relentlessly every day, as a Quasi-Sect Heir, Chen Feng now had access to even more resources. Moreover, all Top-grade Martial Arts in Wanwu Pavilion no longer required Contribution Points for exchange.

Seizing the opportunity, Chen Feng also studied several High-grade Sword Techniques and even Top-grade Sword Techniques.

Even if these sword techniques are not used for combat, they can greatly enhance one's foundation in swordsmanship and provide significant assistance in comprehending the Juejian Thirteen Swords.

Time flew by.

"Disciple, you are only at the Tenth Transformation of the Body Forging Realm with three force refinements. The Hidden Dragon Secret Realm is still far too dangerous for you," Yang Tao said to Li Xinyue.

Through diligent cultivation, Li Xinyue had initially mastered the Mystic Jade Body, finally allowing her to endure more force refinement sessions.

Unfortunately, her innate talent was merely decent, unable to compare with true prodigies.

Li Xinyue was deeply unwilling. In truth, she very much wanted to enter the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm so she wouldn't fall too far behind Chen Feng.

"Sister Xinyue, if I come across any opportunities suitable for you, I will reserve them for you," Chen Feng said to her.

Many of the prodigies from various factions entering the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm were at the Eleventh or even Twelfth Transformation of the Body Forging Realm. Even those at the Tenth Transformation had at least undergone six force refinements.

Li Xinyue, with only three force refinements, was far behind.

Moreover, Chen Feng wasn't confident he could protect her while competing for opportunities within the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm.

"Alright then..."

Despite her reluctance, Li Xinyue had no choice but to abandon her plan to enter the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm.

"Let's go."

With Wang Yuandao's command, he and Chen Feng transformed into a brilliant streak of sword light, soaring toward the Huntian Palace.

"Master, I heard there is an elixir of longevity within the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm. I will definitely retrieve it for you," Chen Feng declared.

"Haha, your intentions are enough," Wang Yuandao replied with a smile.

Elixirs of longevity were exceedingly rare. Though rumored to exist in the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm, obtaining one required the right timing, luck, and strength—everything had to align perfectly.

Chen Feng silently resolved to spare no effort in searching for the elixir of longevity to extend his master's life.

Before long, the two arrived at the Huntian Palace.

From the other peaks and Floating Islands, beams of light streaked across the sky, converging toward the Huntian Palace like rivers flowing into the sea.

All were heading to the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm.

At the same time, a Sky Patrol Giant Ship emerged from the distance, cutting through the void as it approached.