The Great Martial Saint!

Chapter 1017 Strange Movements in the Netherworld, A Grand Event Heard by Heaven

"Gu Yue."

In the quiet room, Chen Ping'an carefully examined the blue silk, his mind deep as he looked at the densely packed, profound characters on it.

The news of the changes in the Ancient Fang region and the Ancient Moon has been spreading like wildfire among the Celestial Beings in the Bicang region these past few days. Even within the mainstream and pseudo-Celestial Being circles of the Beishan Pass, the matter is frequently discussed.

Major overhaul failed!

Even a celestial being who has undergone great cultivation and passed away peacefully is enough to cause a sensation in various regions.

Moreover, deaths occurring under abnormal circumstances, such as those of the ancient Yuezhi clan.

It wasn't just the fall of a Celestial Realm cultivator; it also involved another cultivator who was severely injured and unconscious, reportedly beyond saving.

In such circumstances, if we were to name the most talked-about issue in the surrounding area, this would definitely be on the list, and among the top contenders.

As the news continued to circulate, Chen Ping'an learned more and more inside information.

Legend has it that on the day Gu Yue returned, thunder roared in fury, its sound like a surging tide, and the weather changed drastically within a hundred miles.

There were also rumors that the mysterious swordsman seemed to have only unleashed one sword strike, and with that single strike, the great cultivator perished. Another great cultivator, Gu Yueyuan, fought desperately, burning his life essence and using the power of a secret technique to barely save his life, but he was powerless to do anything more.

These rumors undoubtedly added to the mystique surrounding the mysterious swordsman.

However, such rumors were quickly refuted by many people.

They thought the matter was exaggerated; if the swordsman were truly so extraordinary, why would he have spared Gu Yueyuan's life? Furthermore, the rumor that the mysterious swordsman hadn't yet undergone major cultivation was too factual and far too exaggerated.

To attempt a major overhaul before even reaching the point of complete restoration is simply a pipe dream. To kill someone with a single sword strike is utterly inconceivable.

As the news spread, more and more speculations arose about the identity of the mysterious swordsman.

However, the current situation relies more on the words of others, there are few people who truly know the truth, and there are no eyewitnesses. All speculation is naturally unfounded.

It's more about the emotional impact and the shockwaves caused by this wave.

Such a swordsman is unheard of before. If he truly possesses such power, he would probably already be renowned far and wide.

The details of what happened are probably only known to the ancient Yue clan and those who experienced it firsthand.

The events of that night were quite significant, and those who witnessed them included not only the two Celestial Masters of the Ancient Yue Clan, but also a host of Celestial Elders and Guest Elders.

However, the exact number of things seen remains unknown.

In fact, if the matter hadn't had such a significant impact, alarming the City of Ancient Moon and making it difficult to conceal the news, the Ancient Moon Clan probably wouldn't have wanted it to spread.

After all, this matter had a profound impact on the Guyue clan; it was no longer a matter of honor or dishonor. Rather, it was a major event that could truly affect the fate of the Guyue clan.

The Guyue Clan is undeniably the most powerful force in the surrounding region. The absolute dominant factor in this power is naturally the three powerful cultivators who reside within the Guyue Clan.

And now.

Of the three celestial beings who had cultivated to a high level, one had already passed away peacefully, and the other was seriously injured and unconscious.

The impact on the ancient Yuezhi people is self-evident.

Regardless of the outcome of Gu Yueyuan's story, the fact remains that one of the three Celestial Beings of the Gu Yue Clan has passed away.

This means that from now on, there will be at most two Celestial Masters stationed in the Ancient Yue Clan!

In this situation, it is already quite similar to the Luanming Sect in the Cloud and Mist Land.

It is foreseeable that the influence of the ancient Yue clan will inevitably decline for a long time to come.

Fortunately, Gu Yuezhong is still alive; the fallen cultivator was not him.

Otherwise, it would truly be a devastating blow to the Guyue clan.

As the first great cultivator of the Four Directions Realm, Gu Yue Chong's power still remains formidable. Even Luan Yue Fairy, the top cultivator of the Luanming Sect, once held her own against him without being defeated.

But in everyone's mind, Gu Yuezhong remains an unchallengeable and unfathomable figure.

It wasn't just his combat prowess, but also his long-cultivated network of relationships and connections. Through strategic alliances, he effectively blocked the Luanming Sect's path to advancement.

From the perspective of the struggle for interests, the two forces have irreconcilable contradictions.

Previously, the Guyue clan was powerful, and even if the Luanming Sect harbored disloyal intentions, they could not act too openly. But now...

As Chen Ping'an's thoughts deepened, he gained a clear understanding of the power struggles in the surrounding areas.

In the Bicang County Prince's Mansion, the old prince has passed away, and Ji Qingyu has succeeded him. However, Ji Qingyu's prestige is limited, and the overall situation is unstable.

Aoki-machi lived a secluded life, observing the storms of life, and seemed like a kind-hearted old man.

The Luanming Sect has recently gained fame, especially after the battle between its top cultivator, Fairy Luanyue, and Guyue Zhong, which greatly enhanced its reputation. However, due to the acquisition of interests, it has been suppressed by the Guyue Clan and has been severely hampered.

Their previous situation was far from ideal.

The ancient Yue clan was ambitious and sought to expand its influence, aiming to conquer all sides. However, now faced with this sudden event, they will likely have to adjust their strategies.

Ancient Fang, Yunxia, ​​Cuiwei, Bicang, the four directions, and even the powerful and far-reaching Qingzhu Sword Sect, Xuanshui Temple, Chixiao Alliance, Western Wilderness tribes, and even the Northern Border families.

The general trend, the influence of various forces, the pursuit of interests, and the entanglements and struggles among all parties.

These are truly turbulent times.

Chen Ping'an's emotions have changed. Compared to his previous perspective, he now has a deeper understanding and insight into the surrounding situation.

Although the territory is vast, it is but a drop in the ocean compared to the immense power of a dynasty.

Looking across the North, there are many regions similar to the Four Corners.

Such a vast territory is naturally filled with countless forces vying for power. Due to the overall situation of the dynasty, although they may not engage in fierce infighting, at that size, even the slightest move can have far-reaching consequences.

However, compared to the power struggles in the surrounding areas and the forces of the Great Cultivator, Chen Ping'an was more concerned about the identity of that mysterious swordsman.

According to rumors, the whereabouts of that mysterious swordsman remain unknown.

If he wasn't mistaken, that person was probably...

Chen Ping'an's gaze was far-reaching, and his thoughts were deep.

Within the Luanming Clan, the luan bird sings its clear song.

When the Guyue clan experienced this upheaval, the elders of the Luanming Sect learned of it immediately.

metropolitan!

Gu Yuebo is dead, Gu Yueyuan is seriously injured and unconscious, and Gu Yuechong returns in a rage. My fate, Luanming's, is about to begin!

Behind the mountain cliffs, there was an elder with a white beard, his expression one of awe and elation.

Some elderly people were also overjoyed, tears streaming down their faces.

"Elder! Did you see that?"

"My cry, Luan Ming, shall rise!"

Behind Luanming Mountain, there are ancient trees reaching the sky, their verdant canopies stretching for hundreds of feet.

On the ancient tree's giant branches, phoenixes perch, and a fairy in flowing robes stands gracefully atop the branch.

"Gu Yue."

The fairy was stunningly beautiful, with elegant demeanor and a classic charm.

"The millennium opportunity of my Luanming Sect"

They've arrived.

The fairy's voice was clear and melodious, like pearls falling onto a jade plate, exquisitely beautiful.

The phoenix beside her sang a clear and melodious song, as if responding to the fairy's current mood and feelings.

"The great cultivator Gu Yue has perished; the swordsman has made his move; the Netherworld is near."

Within the Qingmu Sect, there was an old man with white hair and a youthful face, ruddy complexion, and excellent spirit.

"A time of great turmoil, a time of great turmoil indeed!"

"However, my Green Wood Sect has been silent for so long, it's time for us to come out and make a move." The old man chuckled softly, and with a light step, he traversed a hundred feet.

First, Chen Ping'an, the ruthless swordsman, suppressed the Black Crow Monster; then, a mysterious swordsman made a move and killed Gu Yue, a great cultivator. In the surrounding areas, hot news broke one after another.

However, compared to the death of Gu Yue, the fact that Chen Ping'an suppressed the Black Crow Monster with astonishing combat power seems somewhat insignificant.

For a time, his previously widespread fame seemed somewhat overshadowed by this incident.

However, this kind of influence is exactly what Chen Ping'an wanted.

Chen Ping'an was supposed to set off for Wentian City early, but due to the matter of the swordsman, he stayed behind to inquire about the inside story, which delayed him for a few days.

During the few days he delayed, news finally came from the direction of Wentian City from the Netherworld Secret Realm, which had been silent for so long.

Anomalies have occurred within the Dark Nether Mountains and the Nether Valley, with unusual energy in the heavens and earth. The Netherworld Secret Realm is about to open!

On the same day, news spread from Wentian City, crossing several borders to reach Beishan Pass.

Three months later, a grand auction will be held in Wentian City, where countless rare resources suitable for martial arts cultivation will be auctioned.

Among them are many items that even celestial beings and great cultivators would fight over.

The Netherworld Valley is showing unusual activity, and the Netherworld Secret Realm is about to open. According to past practice, there will be a period of time between the appearance of unusual energy in the Netherworld Valley and the official opening of the Netherworld Secret Realm.

The grand gathering three months later will serve as a prelude and celebration for the upcoming opening of the Netherworld Secret Realm.

Wentian City, as a major city in the northern border, is already a thriving commercial center. With the added influence of this Netherworld Secret Realm, the scale of this Wentian Grand Gathering is unimaginable.

Once the news of the grand gathering of Wentian is released, forces from all directions and celestial beings will surely be mobilized and flock to the scene.

During the Heavenly Gathering, celestial beings will flock to the event. Even among the celestial beings themselves, great cultivators who are rarely seen on ordinary days will undoubtedly appear frequently during this time.

Wentian City is a major city in the northern border region, with its territory covering dozens of areas. The Sifang region, where the Bicang region is located, is just a small part of it.

With the added influence of the Netherworld Secret Realm, this grand gathering of Wentian will inevitably attract the participation of many forces, such as the Qingzhu Sword Sect, Xuanshui Temple, and even the Chixiao Alliance, all of which will send their top cultivators.

In addition, it will attract forces and independent cultivators from outside the area radiating from Wentian City.

After all, the Netherworld has a long history, with legends and records dating back to the height of dynasties.

Within its depths lie countless resources, spiritual objects, precious materials, and refined ores, as well as numerous rare fruits and spiritual essences that periodically manifest within the secret realm. Furthermore, it contains the legacy of predecessors, remnants of battles, and many other opportunities.

Each expedition into the secret realm yields a substantial reward for those who manage to emerge alive.

Given that these conditions are met with periodic openings, the allure of the secret realm is self-evident.

Furthermore, given that cultivators naturally have a need to exchange and trade resources during the Heavenly Gathering, the liveliness of this event is foreseeable.

"A grand gathering of the heavens."

Chen Ping'an's eyes were hopeful, and his face showed thoughtfulness.

Three months is indeed enough time for powerful figures from all regions to learn about the grand gathering and rush there. Even those with other commitments will have some free time to make reasonable arrangements for this matter.

Chen Ping'an, who had long harbored the idea of ​​a trip to Wentian, was naturally full of anticipation for the upcoming grand event.

He is now quite wealthy, and he has yet to sell the items he acquired.

This journey was initiated by Heaven, and it was the perfect time.

He has now reached the Great Cultivation Realm of Celestial Being, but many of his supporting abilities have not yet fully caught up.

For example, some commonly used fourth-tier spirit wines, and rare fruit essences for entertaining guests.

Regarding matters like cultivation techniques, although they are not urgent at the moment, such matters are related to the essence of cultivation, so naturally the more the better. If a suitable opportunity arises during this trip to Wentian, I will certainly make some plans.

There's also the item guarding the path; if he could take the opportunity to purchase a few powerful treasures, he wouldn't hesitate.

If there is news of a top-tier treasure, that would truly be beyond expectations.

However, Chen Ping'an did not have high hopes for this matter.

Top-tier treasures are extremely rare, and even weaker martial arts masters might not possess them. Such rare items are exceptionally precious even for a city of Wentian's size.

It is extremely difficult for such items to circulate in the market. Even if they do, they are pre-ordered by someone long ago, and without inside channels and deep connections, one might not even get a chance to join in the fun.

For ordinary celestial beings, even those who have undergone great cultivation, this is usually just a thought.

However, even top-tier treasures are not always readily available and require a bit of luck. But the poisonous water, cold water, and even the icy cold water needed for a fourth-tier rare item like the Deep Sea Pearl are just like that.

Within Wentian City, there must be some channel to purchase it.

We might even be willing to try the method of refining heavy water.

Including the second stage of cultivating the Yin Bone Flame Technique, the Bone Flame and the Yin Bone Netherfire, the remaining Yin Wind Sand, within Wentian City, as long as the channels are in place and the price is right, one is bound to obtain them all.

Furthermore, the top-tier Heavenly Grade demonic beast bloodline that he had been inquiring about might also bring unexpected surprises within Wentian City.

Even without such true blood, we might still be able to glean some information.

Furthermore, if the opportunity arises, his journey might be successful, and with the right leverage, he could resume cultivating the Azure Sun Blood Refining Technique, which has been stagnant for a long time.

Cultivation techniques, precious treasures, spiritual items, true blood

With so many needs, Wentian is determined to meet his expectations on this trip.

The grand Wentian auction attracted people from all directions, and the lively atmosphere extended beyond the main auction to the smaller trading sessions that followed.

With the support of numerous trading sessions, especially high-profile ones, the anticipation for Wentian's trip was at its peak at this moment.

Besides

Chen Ping'an's eyes flickered as he recalled the past events at Xuanling.

Previously in Xuanling City, he had come into contact with senior Celestials of the first and second realms. The incomplete scroll of the Formless Freedom Method that he is currently cultivating was also obtained from him through a transaction.

During the transaction, the other party had invited him to explore the underworld together in order to seek opportunities.

At that time, Chen Ping'an had intended to have a deeper exchange and a match, but the other party revealed a fourth-tier strange bird, Yinming Gray Feather, which made him completely give up the idea.

Flying monsters are among the rarest and most precious of their kind. The Yinming Gray Feather, for example, is a particularly rare species among fourth-tier flying beasts.

Given that the opponent possesses such a powerful spirit pet, their combat strength and resources are likely even greater than he had anticipated.

Looking back now, it's likely that the other party was holding back much of their cultivation level.

"Luo Hou."

Chen Ping'an's thoughts were in turmoil, and scenes kept flashing through his mind.

Before parting, the other party left a special mark, saying that if they wished, they could use this mark to make contact within Wentian City.

At that time, Chen Ping'an still had some concerns.

But now, he has cultivated to the level of a great cultivator, and his confidence has naturally grown.

Furthermore, once one has reached a minor level of mastery in the practice of formlessness and freedom, there is no further advancement and no other method. If the other party obtains this skill, or has some source, and this matter is reported to the heavens, he might very well contact the other party.

As for the other party's invitation to form an alliance and explore the secret realm together, we'll have to consider that when the time comes.

In fact, he hasn't really made up his mind about whether or not to explore the Netherworld Secret Realm.

"With everything completed and the time ripe, it's time to set off!"

Chen Ping'an's eyes narrowed, and he slowly rose from the quiet room.

On that day, a serene blue light illuminated the sky as Chen Ping'an rode in a flying chariot, leaving Beishan Pass in full view of everyone.

The crowd's gazes varied, a mixture of envy and awe, as they watched the youngest acting garrison commander and head of the Garrison Command in the history of Beishan Pass disappear into the horizon. (End of Chapter)