Emperor Qiankun

Chapter 455 A Storm Begins

While Li Qingyuan and others were in seclusion in a quiet place, pursuing a higher realm with undivided attention.

The outside world, however, was like a pot of boiling water, completely boiling over!

The news of the emergence of the celestial artifact swept in like a storm, spreading far and wide throughout the streets and alleys.

Whether it's a bustling metropolis or a relatively quiet large city;

The entire Central Plains, and even the four major territories including the Canglan Continent, were enveloped by this shocking news in just a few days.

In an instant, all the cultivators were like live fish thrown into boiling water, causing an uproar and starting to discuss among themselves.

This news was so shocking, like a bombshell, that it stirred up a huge wave in the hearts of the cultivators, completely beyond the comprehension of many.

Some people spend their entire lives searching on the vast path of cultivation, yet they never have the chance to see the true form of a celestial artifact.

Now that such a treasure has suddenly appeared in the world, how could they not be excited and thrilled?

Those cultivators who were fortunate enough to participate in the Wanbao Grand Ceremony were especially proud, as if they were honored.

They sat together, boasting animatedly.

He acted as if he had personally obtained the immortal sword.

Someone said, spittle flying from their mouth:

"You have no idea, when that immortal sword appeared in the world, its light shone brightly, soaring straight into the sky, and the entire world paled in comparison!"

Another person quickly chimed in:

"Yes, yes, I was close by at the time, and I could feel the terrifying aura emanating from that immortal sword. It was as if a single, gentle swing could cleave mountains and rivers and reverse the sun and moon!"

Everyone chimed in with their own words, exaggerating the scene of the immortal sword's birth as if they had witnessed a miracle!

The scene was truly terrifying, drawing envious glances from many surrounding cultivators.

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Even though the Northern Underworld Dragon Palace was heartbroken, it had no choice but to brace itself and secretly start to fuel the flames.

They are like an invisible hand, manipulating public opinion from behind the scenes.

News praising the Legend of Sword and Fairy spread like snowflakes.

They did this not just to enhance the reputation of the Northern Underworld Dragon Palace, but also with far-reaching plans.

They hope that the next Wanbao Grand Ceremony will surpass this one.

This will allow the Northern Underworld Dragon Palace to take this opportunity to become a sacred place for cultivation and occupy a pivotal position in the Central Plains.

Some sirens even harbored grander dreams.

They dreamed of one day being able to rival the Heavenly Demon Palace.

Even surpassing the Heavenly Demon Palace!

This allowed the Northern Underworld Dragon Palace to become a top-tier power, dominating the entire Central Continent and becoming an existence that everyone looked up to.

However, it is the major ancient families and top forces such as the Xuandao Sect that are the main ones.

Only after the Wanbao Grand Ceremony concluded did they learn a startling piece of news from the Heavenly Demon Palace:

It turns out that the Nine Nether Demonic Sect, in collaboration with a suspected direct disciple of the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion, seized the Immortal Sword!

Upon hearing this news, the major families and forces were immediately astonished, as if they had heard a fairy tale.

It should be noted that the feud between the Nine Nether Demonic Sect and the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion has lasted for countless years, dating back to ancient times.

News of these two major forces clashing frequently spread throughout the Central Plains.

Every battle was fierce and devastating, leaving the sky dark and the sun and moon obscured.

The two are sworn enemies, a feud said to be an old grudge between the ancestors of these two major forces.

Therefore, it has long been unable to melt, like solid ice that is difficult to dissolve.

That's why these powerful forces are so puzzled and filled with doubt:

How could these two possibly be combined?

Could it be that they temporarily set aside their hatred for the sake of the most precious treasure among treasures, the Immortal Sword?

So how did they divide the Legend of Sword and Fairy after they acquired it?

These questions, like dark clouds, loomed over everyone's minds, leaving them utterly perplexed.

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At present, some aristocratic families that are on good terms with the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion have begun to take action in secret.

They contacted the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion through various channels, hoping to get a definitive answer and unravel the mystery in their hearts.

Some forces with ties to the Nine Nether Demonic Sect also contacted the sect's elders, trying to glean some information from them.

However, as for the final outcome...

However, it only circulates among major powers and ancient families, like a secret in a secluded room, unknown to the outside world.

Therefore, the outside discussion only stays on the surface.

Everyone was excitedly discussing the hot topic of the Legend of Sword and Fairy's birth, but no one knew who would ultimately win the sword.

That makes sense, since cultivators lead monotonous and dull lives, they are already very excited to be able to gossip about such novel things.

It was like injecting a powerful stimulant into an otherwise mundane life.

Who cares who got the Legend of Sword and Fairy? It's not like you got it yourself. Just take it as a joke.

Moreover, as time slowly passed, everyone realized that the owner of the immortal sword could not possibly show up at this moment.

After all, most people would lay low for a while and wait for the controversy surrounding the Legend of Sword and Fairy series to subside before making a public appearance to avoid becoming the target of criticism.

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The outside world is constantly changing and noisy.

But all of this was irrelevant to Li Qingyuan, who was immersed in seclusion and cultivation.

The sound seemed to come from another world, unable to penetrate his extremely focused mind.

I don't know how long I've cultivated myself in the tranquil river of time.

It felt as if time was being stretched out, or compressed.

Li Qingyuan only noticed that his cultivation was showing signs of weakening.

The feeling was like an undercurrent surging beneath a thick layer of ice, subtle yet containing an unstoppable force.

At this moment, he was only one crucial step away from reaching the Heavenly Gang Realm.

Li Qingyuan naturally went all out, concentrating all his energy on one point and focusing all his attention on the crucial moment of breaking through the realm.

He was completely focused, as if the whole world consisted only of himself and this path of cultivation leading to breakthroughs.

Let the pills that have already been taken transform into powerful medicinal effects.

It flows gently through the meridians like a babbling brook.

Wherever it passes, the meridians are nourished and strengthened, as if they have been given new life and vitality.

As time passes quietly.

Li Qingyuan could clearly feel the shackles within her body.

The invisible barrier that bound him from reaching a higher level was being broken down little by little.

The Heavenly Gang Realm, a realm that was once unattainable, is now within reach.

It was as if he could easily grasp it with a simple reach.

With this wonderful and real feeling, Li Qingyuan became even more serious.

Every movement, every breath, embodies the desire and dedication to breakthrough.

However, just as he was making his all-out effort to break through to the next realm.

Suddenly, his meridians began to boil, like a pot of water being scalded by a raging fire, with the scalding heat spreading instantly.

The intense heat was like a surging tide, wave after wave, impacting not only his meridians.

As a result, even the physical body was greatly affected.

Li Qingyuan felt as if her whole body was engulfed in flames, every inch of her skin was burning, and every bone was trembling.

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