"Tianji, your Mystic Secret Mirror is unparalleled. Did it give any warning about this Heaven and Earth anomaly?" Vice Sect Master Xu of Taiyi Sect asked Tianji Old Man.
The Mystic Secret Mirror in Tianji Old Man's hand was extraordinary; it could peer into the heavenly secrets and foresee the future. Perhaps it could 'see' something about this Heaven and Earth anomaly.
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone's gazes fell on Tianji Old Man, filled with concern. The only one in the entire place not focusing on Tianji Old Man was Sword Master Feng, who was frowning deeply as he looked towards Seven Profound Sect, lost in thought.
Tianji Old Man slightly shook his head, his expression solemn: "Though the Mystic Secret Mirror is wondrous, it is not omnipotent. The manifestation of Chaos Law this time is an unprecedented event, and the profound meaning hidden behind it is difficult for even the Mystic Secret Mirror to fully grasp. However, there is indeed a trace of an ominous sign in the mirror, foretelling that the Spirit Realm will face an unprecedented great upheaval. All Sects and factions must be prepared and not take it lightly."
With that, Tianji Old Man took out the Mystic Secret Mirror from his body. The mirror's surface shimmered with profound spiritual patterns. He formed hand Seals, and a vast spiritual power poured into the mirror. The mirror's surface suddenly brightened, reflecting blurry images: mountains collapsing, rivers flowing backward, Spiritual Qi depleting, Yao Beasts, Cultivators fighting... numerous scenes that revealed an aura of doomsday approaching.
"This is... a Heaven and Earth Tribulation!" an old woman exclaimed. She was once a renowned powerful Cultivator in the Spirit Realm, experienced and knowledgeable, yet she had never seen such a sight.
"Indeed, it is a Heaven and Earth Tribulation!" Tianji Old Man retracted the Mystic Secret Mirror, looked around at the Old Ancestors present, and said solemnly: "First, the Demon Abyss invaded the Southern Wasteland, then there was the danger of Spiritual Qi depletion from outside the domain. Now, with the manifestation of Chaos Law, the Seal Grand Formation between the two Realms is on the verge of collapsing. This tribulation will likely sweep across the entire Spirit Realm, and even affect other Realms. No Sect or living being will be able to escape unscathed."
Upon hearing this, the Old Ancestors and Elders present looked solemn, exchanging glances, speechless.
The depletion of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi had long been foreshadowed; this was well-known. Compared to ancient times, the current number of Cultivators was thousands or tens of thousands of times greater, the consumption of Cultivation resources was astronomical, high-level Cultivators were increasingly scarce, and advancement in cultivation was increasingly difficult. Moreover, the invasion of the Demon Abyss had shattered the long-standing peace of the Spirit Realm, causing widespread devastation in the Southern Wasteland and the destruction of countless Sect forces... All signs indicated that the balance of the Spirit Realm was breaking.
Originally, they still held a glimmer of hope, but at this moment, that hope was instantly scattered like morning mist by the biting cold wind. Everyone understood that in the face of this unprecedented Heaven and Earth Tribulation, any evasion or fantasy was futile.
"This Sect will Seal its mountain gate in ten years. Fellow Daoists, we shall meet again if fate allows!" You Fang, the Sect Master of Ziyang Sect, suddenly announced to everyone.
As soon as he finished speaking, he cupped his hands in greeting to everyone and flew away.
Watching him leave, the scene fell into silence. Sect Master You Fang's decision undoubtedly set the first domino in how to respond to this crisis.
The Sect Ancestors and Elders looked at each other, their eyes flickering with complex emotions. Some Sect leaders began to discuss in low voices, exchanging their thoughts; others fell into contemplation, seemingly weighing the pros and cons of sealing the mountain gate.
Immediately after, the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley, a white-haired old man, spoke up: "My Medicine King Valley will also adopt the same measure. We will immediately activate the Seal Grand Formation to protect the Sect's peace and await changes in the situation."
Seeing this, Tianji Old Man sighed softly. Although sealing the mountain gate was not a long-term solution, it was the best option for self-preservation for various Sects under the current circumstances. He looked around at everyone and said earnestly: "Fellow Daoists, sealing the mountain gate is only a temporary measure. We need to unite and collectively find a way to resist the Heaven and Earth Tribulation. Although the Mystic Secret Mirror cannot see the entire future, I will continue to observe and deduce, seeking a turning point. At the same time, I also hope that all Sects can strengthen communication, share resources and information, and jointly cope with this unprecedented crisis."
"Tianji, what you said is very true. Huoyun Sect awaits your good news!"
"This Sect is also the same!"
"In the face of the great tribulation, Taiyi Sect is also willing to set aside its prejudices and work together with all Fellow Daoists to overcome this difficulty."
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Subsequently, the leaders of various Sects bade farewell and returned to their respective Sects, busily preparing for sealing the mountain gate and dealing with the great tribulation.
As the Old Ancestors departed, only Xuantian Sword Sect, Sword Master Feng, Sword Master Chen, and a dozen Sword Elders remained.
"This place is not far from Seven Profound Sect. I'll go visit Elder Li!" A profound look flashed in Sword Master Feng's eyes as he thought of something. He suddenly turned to look at everyone and gestured.
"Brother Feng, I will go with you!"
No sooner had Sword Master Feng finished speaking than Sword Master Chen followed closely behind, agreeing.
Sword Master Feng nodded slightly: "You come with me; the others should return to the Sect first!"
Upon hearing this, the Sword Elders cupped their hands in salute, then transformed into streaks of sword light, streaking across the sky towards Xuantian Sword Sect.
Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen, like two sharp swords about to be unsheathed, flew above Seven Profound Sect in a blink of an eye.
Li Mu had already sensed their arrival, so he withdrew the Sect's protective formation and flew forward with a group of Sect Elders to greet them.
At this time, knowing that his condensation of the Chaos Law Domain had caused a huge commotion, Li Mu, after leaving the Chaotic Secret Realm, withdrew several protective formations, concealed his Chaos Dao Body, and also destroyed the Five Elements Shifting Array in the Sect's treasure vault.
"Elder Li, are you well? I wonder about the outcome of your seclusion. Have you condensed a Law Domain?" Sword Master Feng's scrutinizing gaze fell on Li Mu, and he asked with a smile, a hint of concern in his tone.
"I see a faint aura of a Law Domain around Elder Li. He must have condensed one, but his aura is restrained, so he must be cultivating some Cultivation Technique that hides his aura!" Sword Master Chen's eyes showed a strange glint as he looked Li Mu up and down, asking with a smile.
"Thank you for your concern, Sword Masters. However, this is not the place to talk. Please come into the main hall for a discussion."
Li Mu smiled slightly, not directly responding, but instead bowed and gestured, leading Sword Master Feng, Sword Master Chen, and the accompanying Seven Profound Sect Elders into the Sect's main hall.
In the ceremonial hall of Seven Profound Sect, spiritual lamps shone brightly, and the atmosphere was solemn yet welcoming. On the tea tables, various spiritual fruits and fragrant spiritual tea were displayed, clearly specially arranged to welcome distinguished guests.
After everyone was seated, Li Mu lightly waved his sleeve, and the hall door slowly closed. With a flick of his hand, he activated the formation Restriction, isolating all possibility of external prying.
"To tell you the truth, both Sword Masters, this seclusion was quite successful. Li successfully condensed a Void Refining Domain!" Li Mu smiled slightly, responding affirmatively, his words carrying an undeniable sense of pride.
"Elder Li, are you walking the Chaotic Great Dao?"
Sword Master Feng's spirit was greatly boosted, his eyes shining brightly as he looked at Li Mu, eagerly pressing for an answer.
With the change in the Seal Grand Formation and the manifestation of Chaos Power, Sword Master Feng immediately thought of Li Mu. Previously, he had painstakingly obtained clues to seven Sealed Lands and successfully entered them. Moreover, Li Mu cultivated ancient Cultivation Techniques – Five Elements and Yin and Yang simultaneously – and had prepared seven Soul Transformation Clones long ago, just waiting for him to condense a Law Domain.
Sword Master Feng had always been pessimistic about the Cultivation Technique Li Mu cultivated, even advising him several times to Cultivate other Cultivation Techniques. But now, it seemed Li Mu's achievements far exceeded his expectations.
"Elder Li, is the manifestation of Chaos Power this time related to the Chaos Law Domain you condensed?" Sword Master Chen also couldn't help but ask, his eyes similarly flickering with inquiry and anticipation.
"Chaotic Great Dao!"
The three Elders of Seven Profound Sect – Qin Wentong, Zhong Zilin, and Ge Xinyu – were greatly shaken, looking at Li Mu in disbelief. They couldn't help but recall the Sect Master's major actions before his seclusion, and the Heaven and Earth anomaly that occurred not long after.
Seeing their reactions, Li Mu gave a bitter smile, knowing he couldn't hide it any longer.
"Indeed, it is the Chaotic Great Dao," Li Mu responded in a deep voice: "I successfully comprehended the Law of Yin and Yang and Five Elements, and successfully fused them. After countless difficulties and obstacles, I finally condensed the Chaos Law Domain, had an Epiphany of Chaos Power, and integrated it into the Five Elements and Yin and Yang Laws I Cultivate, thus condensing this Void Refining Domain. And this manifestation of Chaos Power is indeed related to my newly formed Law Domain."
At this point, Li Mu lightly raised his hand. Within his palm, there seemed to be Chaos Qi swirling, yet it instantly returned to calm, as if everything was just an illusion. He continued: "Chaos Power is the origin of all things in Heaven and Earth. It is both the source of destruction and the foundation of creation. Although I have initially grasped it, I still need to continuously Cultivate to truly wield this power."
Upon hearing this, everyone's spirits were uplifted. Their eyes were fixed on the seemingly present yet absent Chaos Qi in Li Mu's palm, which contained infinite possibilities. Their hearts surged with unspeakable shock and excitement, and for a moment, they were speechless.
The scene suddenly became eerily silent, so quiet that a pin drop could be heard.
"Elder Li, you are truly a Heaven-Defying genius! To be able to condense a Chaos Law Domain is simply incredible!" After a long while, Sword Master Chen was the first to break the silence, looking at Li Mu and exclaiming with uncontrollable excitement.
"Indeed!" Sword Master Feng's voice carried a hint of imperceptible tremor, and he said with exhilaration: "Elder Li, your achievement is truly a rare talent in our Cultivation world, seen only once in a thousand years! Chaos Power has been a power countless Cultivators have dreamed of since ancient times, yet you are able to integrate it into yourself and condense a Void Refining Domain. It can be said that there is no one before you, and no one after you."
The three Elders of Seven Profound Sect – Qin Wentong, Zhong Zilin, and Ge Xinyu – were even more uncontrollably excited. They all stood up and bowed to Li Mu, their eyes filled with admiration and reverence.
Chaos Power!
That was the supreme Dao. If Li Mu could continue on this Dao, he would definitely become a Dao Ancestor in the future.
As the saying goes, when one person achieves the Dao, even their chickens and dogs ascend to heaven. Forming a profound connection with such a peerless genius like Li Mu was not only a great Opportunity for Seven Profound Sect but also for them personally.
"Both Sword Masters flatter me. The Chaos Law Domain is unlike other Dao; there are no predecessors to refer to. This path will likely be extremely rugged and full of unknowns. Advancing another major Realm will be as difficult as ascending to heaven!" Li Mu responded humbly, a worried expression on his face.
Upon hearing this, Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen exchanged glances, not taking Li Mu's worries to heart. Instead, they were quite pleased, seriously considering the deeper implications.
With one of the Sect's two Great Vehicle Dao Lords having fallen and the other not having returned for a long time, Xuantian Sword Sect's strength had greatly diminished. It was precisely the time when a new generation of powerhouses was needed to rise and restore the Sect's glory. Li Mu's achievements were undoubtedly a strong booster for Xuantian Sword Sect.
The power and various means Li Mu displayed in the Void Refining Realm allowed him to contend with Body Integration powerhouses of a higher Realm, and even surpass them in some aspects. Now that he had condensed the Chaos Law Domain, his combat power had surged several times. If he could advance to Body Integration, with his ability, he would be comparable to a Great Vehicle Dao Lord.
What's more, Li Mu was not only formidable in combat but also skilled in Artifact Refining and setting up formations, truly multi-talented. If he could combine these skills with Chaos Power, his potential would be immeasurable.
Sword Master Feng pondered for a moment, his eyes flashing with wisdom, and said in a deep voice: "Elder Li, your cultivation time is still short, and it is truly not easy to achieve what you have today. Since you possess the supreme Dao of the Chaos Law Domain, you only need to Cultivate diligently, and everything will naturally fall into place."
Chen Sword Master nodded in agreement: "That's right, Elder Li, Chaos Power is a supreme Dao, with infinite potential. If you can fully master it, you will surely forge an unprecedented path in the future." (End of Chapter)
"That's right, Elder Li, your talent already far surpasses ordinary people. Now that you possess the Heaven-Defying power of the Chaos Law Domain, it's like adding wings to a tiger. Advancing to the Combined Body Realm is only a matter of time." Sword Master Chen smiled brightly, agreeing.
At this moment, Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen tacitly encouraged Li Mu, not mentioning the massive Spiritual Qi leakage from the seven Sealed Lands. Li Mu's ability to condense the Chaos Law Domain must be related to his utilization of the power from those seven extreme lands.
Otherwise, it would be almost impossible for Li Mu to achieve such an accomplishment in such a short time relying solely on his own power.
"Yes! Sect Master, you are too humble. The achievements you have displayed today are enough for everyone to look up to. What's even more rare is your state of mind, which is truly precious." Elder Qin Wentong stepped forward and said earnestly, his eyes filled with both admiration and expectation.
"Sect Master, you have condensed the Chaos Law Domain, which caused a huge Heaven and Earth anomaly. What are your other plans next? Do you need any assistance from the Sect, whether it's resources or manpower? Seven Profound Sect will certainly provide full support." Zhong Zilin followed up, his words revealing deep concern for Li Mu's future path.
"That's right, Sect Master, you need to make plans as soon as possible. If the news of your condensation of the Chaos Law Domain leaks out, it will inevitably cause a huge stir. I can swear by my Dao Heart that I will never reveal the matter of your condensation of the Chaos Law Domain to anyone." Ge Xinyu looked at Li Mu and solemnly swore.
The two Elders, Qin Wentong and Zhong Zilin, exchanged glances and then followed suit, swearing to guarantee.
After speaking, their gazes all fell on Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen, displaying a scrutinizing, compelling stance for them to swear.
Seeing this scene, Li Mu's heart was greatly shaken, as if he had gained a solid backing. A warm current surged through him, and he was filled with gratitude.
These three Refining Void cultivators, in order to prevent the news of his condensation of the Chaos Law Domain from leaking, actually forced the two esteemed Sword Masters of Xuantian Sword Sect.
Facing the three Elders of Seven Profound Sect's resolute protective Heart for Li Mu, Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen exchanged smiles, not angry but rather pleased, their eyes full of relief.
"In the name of Qingyuan Dao Sword, I shall protect Elder Li Mu's secret for this life, ensuring that his condensation of the Chaos Law Domain does not leak to the Six Directions and Eight Desolations. Whoever violates this oath, may their sword break and their person perish!" Sword Master Feng said with a smile, following with an oath.
"I swear by the Gengjin Dao Sword that I will keep silent about Elder Li's condensation of the Chaos Law Domain. If I violate this oath, may my sword break and my soul scatter!" Sword Master Chen looked at Li Mu and followed with an oath.
Seeing this display, Li Mu couldn't help but be moved.
"Thank you, three Elders, thank you, two Sword Masters!" Li Mu's eyes welled up slightly upon hearing this, and he quickly bowed in salute, expressing his gratitude: "Thank you for your kindness and support. What virtue or ability do I possess to be treated so well by you all?"
"Elder Li, there's no need to be polite. Since you have already condensed a Law Domain, the most pressing matter is to raise your cultivation and advance to the Combined Body Realm as soon as possible." Sword Master Feng smiled gently, his eyes revealing his expectations for Li Mu's future, and he reminded him: "At the same time, you need to quickly familiarize yourself with the mysteries of Chaos and maximize its power in your own cultivation and Artifact Refining skills."
Sword Master Chen nodded in agreement: "That's right, Elder Li, Chaos Power is a supreme Dao, with infinite potential. If you can fully master it, you will surely forge an unprecedented path in the future." (End of Chapter)
