“Hmm, perhaps it truly will be like that.” Someone nodded. Many knew that there had been discord between Huang and Wang Xi Xianzi. The Wang Clan had once targeted him, even placing a Vajra Bracelet on his head in an attempt to subjugate him as a servant.
Back then, the incident had caused quite a stir, and many in the Celestial Academy were aware of it. In retaliation, Huang had suppressed Wang Xi, spending a night alone with her.
Many had heard that Huang did this to cleanse the humiliation the Wang Clan had inflicted upon him, but in doing so, he deeply offended this immortal family.
Others shook their heads, saying, “Not necessarily. Jin Zhan is a prodigy of his generation, possessing great magnanimity and vision. It’s unlikely he would seek trouble with Huang after emerging from seclusion.”
“What a pity. Times have changed, and the once-great Huang…” Someone sighed with emotion. Two or three years had passed, and those who had fused with ancient seeds had emerged from seclusion, while those without perfect seeds had vanished without a trace. Without much thought, many had already drawn their conclusions.
Huang had disappeared, never to return. The outcome was predictable!
“A person’s path is chosen by themselves; they can blame no one else. Back then, the Immortal Academy refused to grant him a flawless Dao Seed. Had he chosen to join our Sacred Academy, things would have been different—an entirely new scenario!” someone remarked coldly.
“Enough. If Huang had joined the Sacred Academy, could he have obtained the heart’s blood of a True Dragon or the blood of the Heavenly Horned Ant’s ultimate strength? Certainly not. Those were already claimed by Qi Gu, the Little Sage, and others,” another countered.
Not far away, a flash of blue light shimmered, and a hazy mist descended, tinged with an eerie blue glow, appearing both cold and mysterious.
There, a faint silhouette emerged—tall, with long legs, clad in a fluttering blue dress that couldn’t conceal her striking curves.
This was a woman, seemingly no more than twenty, with skin as white and lustrous as jade, stepping out from the blue mist.
Upon closer inspection, her pupils were also blue, and her long hair cascaded like blue waves, glossy and smooth, shimmering with a crystalline radiance as she moved gracefully.
Without a doubt, this woman was extraordinarily beautiful—her skin translucent, her eyes large and full of spirit, her long lashes fluttering, emitting a dazzling glow.
“It’s her—the princess of the Blue Clan, one of the immortal families—Lan Xian!” someone gasped in recognition, sparking a wave of murmurs.
Everyone turned to gaze at her, not only because of her peerless beauty but also because she was a true female supreme, a genuinely formidable young powerhouse.
She had once exchanged a single palm strike with Zi Ri Tianjun, and with that one strike, she sheared off a divine peak in the Northern Sea’s Stone Forest—a place renowned for its indestructibility, nearly impossible to shake.
Over the ages, many had gone there to inscribe their names, showcasing their profound cultivation and strength. Different realms corresponded to different stone forests, making it a sacred ancient ground.
Few could ever hope to damage the stone forests there, let alone a divine peak second only to the Supreme Peaks!
Lan Xian’s clash with Zi Ri Tianjun ended in a draw, and neither engaged the other again afterward. The outside world speculated that they harbored mutual wariness.
Originally known only for her unparalleled beauty, this battle had shaken the world, revealing her martial prowess. Delicate and fairy-like in appearance, she was, in truth, a rare powerhouse among mortals.
“She fused with a ‘Heavenly Vault Seed,’ blue as a diamond. When this seed emerged, it dyed the Immortal Academy as blue as the sky. No one knew where it had gone until Lan Xian successfully fused with it and battled Zi Ri Tianjun. Only then did people realize,” someone whispered, revealing the origin of Lan Xian’s Dao Seed.
Nearby, Shi Hao’s eyes flickered. He could keenly sense this woman’s strength—was this the level of today’s young supremes?
Yet he also knew Lan Xian was suppressing her own overwhelming aura. Otherwise, she would be even more terrifying. The fact that he could perceive even a fraction of her power was purely due to his spiritual intuition.
The so-called Heavenly Vault Seed was, in ancient times, said to be of unparalleled nobility. A seed daring to bear the name of the heavens—how could it not shake the world?
There was only one—proclaimed as the Heavenly Vault!
In the past, the Primordial Purple Qi Seed was hailed as the invincible seed, capable of harmonizing with the Dao, leading to immortality and eternal life. Its counterpart was the Heavenly Vault Seed.
This Heavenly Vault Seed was said to be a gift left by the heavens for their descendants, the greatest endowment, capable of rivaling the Primordial Purple Qi Seed that dominated the mortal realm.
Now, this woman had arrived in person at the Celestial Academy. Did this mean the young supremes were all about to reveal themselves? Everyone was filled with anticipation.
Zi Ri Tianjun, Lan Xian, the Little Heavenly King, and Da Xu Tuo—these four renowned names shook the heavens and the earth, representing the Immortal Academy’s strongest combatants!
Additionally, there were Qi Gu, the Little Sage, and the prodigy Jin Zhan—each stronger than the last, having undergone multiple nirvanas, their depths unfathomable.
Who was the current number one? Who was the true supreme among the younger generation?
Many whispered among themselves, eager to know the answer. Even the older generation had been discussing it in private lately.
“Actually, we should also include Dugu Yun, descendant of the Guardian, the Ten Crown King Tianzi, and that most mysterious Banished Immortal!” someone murmured with a sigh.
These three had not gone to the Northern Sea’s Stone Forest to inscribe their names, nor had they achieved any particularly glorious feats before, leaving them largely unknown.
Yet everyone knew they must be incredibly strong—so strong that their true depths remained obscured.
“Forget about the Banished Immortal. There’s no word of him obtaining a flawless Dao Seed. But the Ten Crown King must be terrifyingly powerful—after all, he fused with the sapling of the World Tree.”
“Speculating is pointless. Who can truly know the full truth? I suspect there are others who haven’t revealed their true strength yet—perhaps even stronger.”
With just a casual mention, ten top experts had already been listed—figures who had been the focus of discussion over the past two years.
“Hmm, the top ten experts… perhaps some could be swapped out, as there are hidden powerhouses. But at least the top six or seven are accurate and unlikely to be replaced.”
For instance, the Nine Nether Hound, though once defeated by Shi Hao, some believed he might still qualify for the top ten.
Moreover, rumors in the Sacred Academy spoke of a youth named Yi Ant, whose compatibility with the Heavenly Horned Ant’s blood granted him unparalleled divine strength, destined to be unmatched.
Beyond that, some were certain the master of the Yin-Yang Seed was someone else—not the Banished Immortal as previously thought. This individual harmonized yin and yang, embodying the dawn of chaos, with the potential to dominate an era.
Thus, people listed over a dozen individuals, all qualified to rank among the top ten.
From the Eternal Academy: Zi Ri Tianjun, Lan Xian, the Little Heavenly King, and Da Xu Tuo—these were confirmed, absolute supremes.
From the Sacred Academy: Qi Gu, the Little Sage, and Jin Zhan.
Then there were the Ten Crown King Tianzi, the Banished Immortal, Dugu Yun (descendant of the Guardian), the Nine Nether Hound (who once fought Shi Hao for thousands of rounds before narrowly losing), Yi Ant, and the mysterious master of the Yin-Yang Seed.
Whoosh!
Not far away, radiant light burst forth, dazzling in five colors.
A group immediately rushed over, and soon, everyone turned their attention, surging forward as they sensed a dense immortal aura rising from beneath the earth.
Everyone knew—beneath the Celestial Academy lay an immortal manor, long unopened. At this moment, how could they not speculate?
“The Muddy Pond!” someone exclaimed—the Elder’s favorite fishing spot. Many had long suspected the immortal manor’s entrance lay there. Now, with the pond emitting immortal light, a commotion erupted.
Boom!
At the horizon, crimson clouds surged, carrying golden arcs as they swept forward.
There, a crimson-gold alms bowl appeared, descending to envelop the muddy pond.
“It’s… Da Xu Tuo!” someone gasped in shock. The one who had obtained the ancient monk’s relic had arrived—a man destined to achieve an indestructible body, to become an immortal monk!
The alms bowl was a manifestation of the ancient monk’s legacy, a treasure technique condensed by Da Xu Tuo, capable of containing the sun, moon, and stars. Now, he sought to claim the muddy pond.
“Pop!”
A flash of blue light, a surge of mysterious mist—there stood a blue-robed fairy, her wide sleeves fluttering as she repelled the alms bowl. Her alluring figure stood there, exuding breathtaking charm. It was Lan Xian.
No one had expected that the moment the muddy pond emitted immortal energy, two of the most renowned young supremes would clash head-on!
Whoosh!
At that moment, a gray-robed Daoist appeared, standing in the muddy pond. A fierce wind arose, sending sand and stones flying, uprooting ancient trees.
He wasn’t deliberately causing this—it was merely the natural flow of his aura, sweeping away all impurities.
This was a celestial wind, preserving his purity, untouched by worldly filth. Some called it an immortal wind, a sign of transcendent potential and profound cultivation.
“Qi Gu—he’s here too!” people exclaimed in astonishment. The Sacred Academy’s young supreme had arrived.
Though young, his appearance was plain, his demeanor rigid, devoid of smiles or expression.
This was a man who had undergone multiple nirvanas, like a phoenix reborn from flames, repeatedly pushing the limits of the present world’s laws—terrifyingly powerful.
“Brother Qi Gu has arrived. I shall join the fun as well.” In the sky, purple mist appeared, spreading an aura of harmony across the land.
Purple Qi from the East!
This was an auspicious omen of unparalleled nobility, vast and boundless.
Clearly, Zi Ri Tianjun had arrived—this peerless genius, whose birth itself was shrouded in mystery, had reached the scene.
A single immortal manor had drawn the attention of the strongest young supremes, leaving everyone awestruck.
“I understand now—the manor beneath the Celestial Academy is likely left by an Immortal King. Its legacy could shake the ancient and modern worlds!” someone speculated.
The crowd shuddered. Could this underground space be an Immortal King’s secret realm?
The muddy pond glowed, auspicious energy rising as if something were about to emerge, causing an uproar. Everyone rushed forward, eager to seize it.
Yet the four supremes acted simultaneously. Though Da Xu Tuo’s true form remained unseen, his alms bowl reappeared, encompassing the heavens and earth. The aura of an immortal monk descended endlessly, causing many to tremble and retreat.
Meanwhile, Lan Xian formed hand seals, causing the heavens to rumble as the entire sky transformed into a scripture of the Great Dao, covering everything!
Boom!
Zi Ri Tianjun was even more direct—exchanging a palm strike with Qi Gu across the distance. The resulting ripples surged like an ocean, shocking all.
Fortunately, the area was protected by formations, containing the terrifying shockwaves.
“Hmm, no crowding. Don’t push too close!” someone stepped forward to maintain order.
“Those from the Immortal Academy and Sacred Academy may stand at the front. Celestial Academy members, step back!” Such words incited fury among the Celestial Academy’s disciples.
Clearly, the four supremes would occupy the center of the muddy pond. If the immortal manor opened, they would be the first to enter.
Next would be those from the Immortal and Sacred Academies, positioned close behind the four supremes.
Though this was the Celestial Academy’s territory, its students were relegated to the back, forbidden from approaching.
“Why? This is our Celestial Academy. How can they treat us like this?” The academy’s mere dozen students protested.
“Because the Celestial Academy is too weak—not a single one of you can step forward to fight. You’re the dregs. Opportunities belong to the strong. Those without potential should know their place!” someone sneered.
This was nothing short of mockery—a humiliation the Celestial Academy’s students found unbearable.
At their own doorstep, guarding their own treasure, yet denied the right to claim it—forced to the back. It was an outrage they couldn’t swallow.
Whoosh!
Just then, a hazy stream of light shot from the muddy pond, carrying an object. The four young supremes immediately acted, clashing fiercely.
Lan Xian faced Da Xu Tuo, while Qi Gu confronted Zi Ri Tianjun!
Others hesitated to intervene, fearing the supremes’ wrath.
At that moment, from the outermost edge, a Celestial Academy student stepped forward. With a wave of his hand, a clear light flowed, directly seizing the object and pulling it into his grasp.
Everyone froze. Who dared snatch food from the mouths of the four supremes?!
Who was this? Had another young supreme arrived? All eyes turned to him.
“He… looks familiar.”
“It’s… heavens! It’s him—the long-lost Huang!”
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