Chapter 60
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Chapter 60: Concealing Heaven’s Divine Talisman, the Master Goes Out
"System, is there a way to let me leave Heaven’s Secret Pavilion briefly?"
Ye Xu’s Divine Sense flew out of Heaven’s Secret Pavilion, sensed the commotion at the Talents List, and his heart stirred. He really wanted to step out of Heaven’s Secret Pavilion to witness firsthand the grand scene of the Southern Wilderness that he had created.
【Concealing Heaven’s Divine Talisman: one requires ten thousand heavenly secrets points, can conceal heavenly secrets and cover up one’s aura, but can only be used for one day; it is a disposable item.】
"Truly expensive," Ye Xu sighed.
One Concealing Heaven’s Divine Talisman could almost compare to a sacred artifact.
But at this moment, Ye Xu was a rich landowner; a mere ten thousand heavenly secrets points was a small amount that he could still afford.
【Congratulations, Host. You spent ten thousand heavenly secrets points to obtain a Concealing Heaven’s Divine Talisman. Do you wish to use it immediately?】
Ye Xu nodded.
Swish!
Almost in an instant, the Concealing Heaven’s Divine Talisman transformed into numerous divine patterns and surged into Ye Xu’s body.
But to Ye Xu, it seemed as if there was no change at all.
"System, next time I spend money, could you not congratulate me ? Don’t you know, it hurt me a lot just now !" Ye Xu suggested.
As expected, the system did not respond.
Ye Xu had a thought, and Ye Xian’er appeared in Heaven’s Secret Pavilion. She had consolidated her cultivation and had been staying in the separate Time and Space, feeling utterly bored.
"Senior, you finally let me out." Ye Xian’er seemed greatly relieved.
"Let’s go for a walk outside."
"Alright!"
Ye Xian’er was overjoyed. This past month, she had stayed with Ye Xu in Heaven’s Secret Pavilion every day, never going out, and now she could finally go outside to breathe some fresh air.
The two walked out of Heaven’s Secret Pavilion.
Passersby looked at them with surprise, but only cast a brief glance before hurrying off to the Talents List.
They hadn’t entered Heaven’s Secret Pavilion, so naturally, they didn’t know what Ye Xu looked like.
The step when he stepped out of Heaven’s Secret Pavilion felt very heavy; Ye Xu could feel his calf trembling, but when he stepped out of the range covered by Heaven’s Secret Pavilion, it was calm and peaceful, without any disturbance.
"Phew…" Ye Xu exhaled a breath of Turbid Energy.
Ye Xian’er beside him noticed Ye Xu’s abnormality and was puzzled. "Senior, why are you sighing?"
"Life is not easy; even the Master must sigh."
Ye Xu sighed deeply. To outsiders, he was the omnipotent master of Heaven’s Secret Pavilion, but only he knew that he was just a small cultivator at the Divine Catastrophe stage.
Heaven’s Secret Pavilion was more like a prison.
Unlike Godfall Ridge, this was where he had chosen to live voluntarily.
"Judging by the current progress in collecting heavenly secrets points, I will soon become an emperor. After verifying the Dao, I wonder if I can withstand the divine retribution?"
Ye Xu murmured.
While pondering, the two arrived at the Talents List.
Lu Shaojun and Ning Xuan had already begun fighting.
Lu Shaojun grasped her sword in one hand. Although she practiced the Tai Chi Yuanfu Sutra, her swordsmanship was truly extraordinary. She had even comprehended a layer of sword intent, unleashing the might of sword techniques with fierce momentum.
Ning Xuan wore robes of seven-hued feathers, his hands empty, parrying attacks in a methodical and unhurried manner, showing no sign of falling behind.
He seemed to have no intention of finishing the battle swiftly; his focus was primarily on defense.
In Ye Xu’s eyes, it was more like a cat toying with a mouse.
As time passed, Lu Shaojun’s momentum waned, and she began to panic.
From start to finish, her assaults proved ineffective. Ning Xuan neutralized her offensive efforts with ease, all without initiating a single attack of his own.
"Master!"
Ye Xu’s arrival caused a stir among the green-robed man, Ji Zhe, and the others.
Their expressions turned respectful. They hurriedly bowed to Ye Xu.
Many cultivators looked baffled.
The City Lord of Linglong arrived belatedly. "Paying respects to you, Senior."
"No need for courtesy."
The City Lord of Linglong said, "Senior, this junior has prepared a viewing platform for everyone. Please grace him with your presence and join him on the platform."
"Fine."
Ye Xu nodded. The Saint Kings of the ancient divine clans also headed for the viewing platform.
Chen Longxiang and Li Ruofeng watched Ye Xu’s back ahead of them, whispering to each other.
"Is he the master of Heaven’s Secret Pavilion?" Chen Longxiang inquired.
Li Ruofeng gave a bitter smile. "That’s an almost godlike figure; I’ve never met him. How would I know?"
"But, judging by Ji Ning’s and the others’ attitude, he is probably that Senior."
The group arrived together at the viewing platform.
This viewing platform was also dozens of zhang tall. Numerous seats were arranged on top. Ao Lie, Ji Xinyu, and others had already been invited by the City Lord of Linglong.
Additionally, the Western Region cultivators who had appeared at Godfall Ridge and the black-robed man from the True Martial God Sect were all on the viewing platform.
Ye Xu’s arrival caused everyone to cast glances his way.
"Ao Lie pays respects to Senior."
Ao Lie had been sitting beside Ji Xinyu. The moment he saw Ye Xu, he rose immediately to pay his respects.
The woman in black slightly furrowed her brows.
"Esteemed Sir, he is the master of Heaven’s Secret Pavilion." Elder Huang leaned in close and whispered before bowing respectfully to Ye Xu. "Many thanks for your great favor, Master, which allowed this old man to attain Sainthood."
"That was your destiny."
Ye Xu chuckled lightly. Among the gathering of Saint Kings, he showed not the slightest hint of unease, his expression composed and natural.
Liu Ningmei and Ji Xinyu studied Ye Xu with suspicion.
"Far too young," Liu Ningmei thought. The youthful appearance on Ye Xu’s face was impossible to completely conceal, even if he tried to act more mature.
But could a tender young boy make so many people stand in awe?
Liu Ningmei preferred to believe that Ye Xu was an old monster skilled at preserving his youthful appearance.
"I’ve stayed at Heaven’s Secret Pavilion for over a month without venturing out before today." As Ye Xu took his seat, everyone else followed suit.
Fair-faced serving girls emerged, bearing fine wine and spiritually infused fruits.
"Though nothing escapes my perception, observing things through one’s own eyes is an entirely different experience." Ye Xu chuckled.
"An ancient saying goes: the mind’s eye beholds all living things."
Ji Zhe flattered, "Our mortal eyes see only surfaces, but through your mind’s eye, venerable one, you perceive the essence of the world. This is truly a great divine power."
Suck-up!
Many sneered inwardly.
"You came out specifically to watch the duels, venerable one?" Ao Lie inquired.
"More or less."
Ao Lie leaned closer to Ye Xu, whispering near his ear, "Venerable one, I’ve made a promising start. Once these brats finish fighting, I’ll visit Heaven’s Secret Pavilion to seek your guidance."
Ye Xu’s eyes flickered almost imperceptibly toward Ji Xinyu, revealing a meaningful smile.
BOOM!
At that moment.
A surge of sword energy erupted.
The blade’s radiance pierced the heavens. An utterly domineering sword intent swept through the void, carrying an air of unyielding defiance, as though it sought to cleave the very heavens and earth with a single stroke.
Ning Xuan had finally gotten serious.
Without summoning any magic treasure, he used his hand as a blade. Power coiled around his palm as he struck out at Lu Shaojun.
"That guy finally made a move."
Zhu Wuque’s face showed displeasure. "Wasted a whole quarter-hour."
Ji Mingyue remained calm, her gaze placid as water, her demeanor serene.
She stood like a still painting, betraying not a flicker of emotion about the outcome.
Ji Ning also paid no attention to the duel’s result.
Holding his sword, he stood with eyes closed, seemingly resting his spirit.
"It’s over."
Chen Longxiang’s expression turned solemn. "Lu Shaojun has lost."
BANG!
As Ning Xuan’s hand struck down, Lu Shaojun’s precious sword snapped with a crack. His blade force surged into the eight Dao Palaces behind her; four immediately fractured.
BOOM!
Ning Xuan’s hand halted just an inch before Lu Shaojun’s forehead.
He had held back.
Lu Shaojun gasped for breath wildly. She had been ready to face death, yet Ning Xuan had deliberately withdrawn.
She looked up at him, confusion flashing in her eyes. "Why hold back?"
Ning Xuan replied coldly, "Out of respect for the venerable one, I spare your life."
"Next time, you won’t escape death."
With that, he turned and walked away.
Lu Shaojun collapsed to the ground, her laughter bitter and broken.
She had lost.
Utterly crushed.
Over a hundred years of cultivation, and she couldn’t withstand a single strike against someone of the same realm?
Especially with Ning Xuan not even exerting his full power…
Witnessing this, Li Ruofeng’s heart grew heavy.
If even Lu Shaojun was no match for Ning Xuan, did he stand any chance challenging them?
Where had this terrifying group even come from?
"My turn."
A rough voice rang out. Chen Longxiang, clad in coarse hemp garments with ebony skin, shone only through his intensely bright eyes.
He stepped onto the arena platform, cupping his fist toward Zhu Wuque. "Brother Zhu, I am Chen Longxiang, hailing from Black Dragon City in Yuzhou of the Southern Wilderness. I request a duel."
"Another one courting death," sneered a youth from the Tian Wu divine clan.
"Zhu Wuque, he’s named you for this fight. Don’t embarrass the Zhu Rong Divine Clan," Ning Xuan mocked.
Zhu Wuque strode confidently onto the platform, his crimson hair fluttering like flames. His expression was arrogant as he declared, "Chen Longxiang, choosing me wasn’t wise."
Chen Longxiang grinned freely, revealing two rows of pristine white teeth. "Merely an exchange."
