Chapter 112: Delivering the Last Will, Kneeling in Supplication

Dongfang Yuan planted his hands on the ground, struggling to rise, his body covered in dust, and quickly walked to Qin Yu's side, bowing respectfully with clasped fists.

"Thank you, Qin Brother, for saving my life… From now on, in the Profound Yang Sect, whoever opposes Qin Brother, I will be the first to stand against them! I originally wanted to secure this heaven-tier spirit elixir for Qin Brother, but I never expected that in the end you would have to act yourself." Dongfang Yuan's face showed a bitter smile. At this moment, he completely abandoned the thought of competing for the junior sect leader position; competing with Qin Yu was like striking a stone with an egg, purely courting death. Even if his master, the Grand Elder, demanded he continue the struggle, he would refuse without hesitation, for this was not competition but a march to one's doom.

Zhang Wu and the others quickly gathered around, shielding Qin Yu in their midst. They knew that forming such a good karmic bond with Qin Yu would likely bring great benefits in the future. At this moment, they felt grateful to the Supreme Elder, feeling that this was a tremendous blessing bestowed upon them.

"Qin Brother, you are truly a peerless monster—such an evil blood spirit, you slew it effortlessly, without breaking a sweat." Zhang Wu lavished praise without reserve, "Qin Brother, though young, your sword Dao attainment has at least reached the Domain Realm, right? Even if you haven't yet, following normal cultivation, you will surely break through within three months." Zhang Wu sighed, secretly astonished, Qin Yu's sword light flashed, revealing its edge, enough to suppress any opponent—this clearly indicated his sword intent had reached perfection, even touching the threshold of the Sword Domain.

In the power of the Great Dao's rules, the early stage is divided into three realms: Dao Intent, Dao Realm, and Grand Dao Power. Breaking into the Spirit Transformation Realm requires mastering Dao Intent to achieve self-transformation and improvement. To reach the level of a Heavenly Origin Grandmaster, one must attain the Dao Realm, initially grasping the rules of heaven and earth, forming a domain; only then can one be honored as a Grandmaster. Every Heavenly Origin powerhouse holds a pivotal position in the cultivation world.

Know that the Canglan Yu is vast and boundless, stretching tens of thousands of li; most cultivators spend their lifetimes unable to tread this land. Among the billions of beings, only a few thousand Heavenly Origin powerhouses exist. If they do not participate in the conflicts among the major Dao Lineages, these Heavenly Origin powerhouses can basically live carefree lives. Even a Dao Lineage like the Profound Yang Sect would not lightly provoke them. After all, offending a Heavenly Origin Grandmaster likely means offending his network of connections—who doesn't have a few close friends?

Therefore, Qin Yu's ability to grasp the Dao Realm at such a young age is beyond ordinary imagination, surpassing their comprehension. Moreover, the lightning intent on Qin Yu's body has nearly reached perfection, making his cultivation path seem mad.

The Venerable Realm is where one truly begins to grasp rule power; a Venerable can shuttle through the void, move mountains and overturn seas, and with a gesture can destroy heaven and earth. Even in holy lands and ancient great sects, Venerables are extremely important; when Dao Stage powerhouses do not appear, Venerables are virtually invincible. Moreover, a single drop of a Venerable's essence blood contains Dao Essence, enough to slay ordinary people.

Thus, Zhang Wu and the others are deeply grateful to the Supreme Elder and the Second Elder of the sect, feeling this is a tremendous opportunity bestowed upon them. As long as they cling to Qin Yu's thick thigh, the Canglan Yu will no longer be their limit. To be able to command the winds and clouds in youth, to become a standout figure among the younger generation in a regional hegemon's power, is a remarkable achievement. Even if the Second Elder orders them to act, Zhang Wu and the others will never abandon their good karmic bond with Qin Yu. Those heavenly talents who have reached this point are certainly not ordinary.

At this moment, Qin Yu had not yet reacted when a prompt suddenly appeared in his mind.

【You have received ordinary advice; Zhang Wu believes your sword Dao talent is outstanding, granting you Dao Stage Sword Talent. After achieving Sword Intent Perfected, follow the normal cultivation for three months, and you will break through the Dao Realm without obstruction.】

【Accept this Sword Domain breakthrough advice?】

A glint of light flashed in Qin Yu's eyes—this was truly a timely help. Indeed, one must go out and gain experience; the talents outside not only speak well, but their advice is just right. He then replied in his heart: "Accept the advice."

【Dao Stage Sword Talent bestowed.】

As the prompt fell, Qin Yu felt a faint, indescribable connection form between himself and the Azure Ling Sword in his hand, as if this connection flowed through his blood.

At this time, the several youths who were previously as thin as firewood walked over to Qin Yu, exhausted. Their expressions were complex as they bowed to Qin Yu.

"Thank you, Dao Brother, for your help… but we fear our time is short." One spoke, "Without the Blood Contract's binding, our essence blood has been instantly drained; we only hope Dao Brother can do us a small favor. If we can leave this forbidden zone, when we pass our sect in the future, could you deliver our last wills? We have agreed to give you all our treasures on our persons; although some are earth-tier treasures, most are already broken, hoping Dao Brother will not disdain them. Also, in the spiritual field of this evil flower, a little girl was captured a few days ago, very pitiful. If it does not affect Dao Brother's journey, please bring her and our ashes out of this place to bury outside. This forbidden zone is too evil, even accompanied by curses." Their faces were bitter, their vitality continuously fading; the Blood Contract's effect left them drained of oil and wick.

"I am Qing Xuan Zi of the Hidden Sword Sect from the Eastern Mystic Main Domain of the Eastern Divine Province; holding this token, my master can help you accomplish one thing, whether settling enemies or any other feasible matter." A youth in blue clothes, disheveled hair, looking extremely disheveled, took out a jade token engraved with a small sword, faintly emitting a mysterious aura. "Dao Brother, your talent is outstanding; you will surely attract envy; many Dao Lineages may fail to recruit you, possibly harboring other intentions."

Zhang Wu and the others heard this, their hearts trembled…

The Hidden Sword Sect, after choosing seclusion following the Ancient Great Calamity, closed its mountain gates. Yet every swordsman who emerges from the Sword Sect is nearly invincible, capable of pushing forward an era. Such monsters were actually captured by this blood spirit? This is truly terrifying! Moreover, the Sword Sect's power is unfathomable; even holy lands dare not provoke them lightly. If an old fossil emerges from the Sword Sect's sword tomb, it could very likely trigger a heaven‑shattering, earth‑destroying catastrophe.

"Qing Xuan Zi… I seem to have some impression; six hundred years ago, he challenged the eight ancient great sects in the Eastern Mystic Main Domain and was hailed as invincible among the younger generation." Zhang Wu's face grew solemn as he sent a mental transmission to Qin Yu, "Rumor has it he is an Innate Sword Heart; at his birth, the phantom of an ancient sword god descended to congratulate him." This is truly a top‑tier genius; gaining his promise means future benefits are immeasurable.

"I am a barbarian, Tuoba Gou Dan, my bloodline returning to ancestry, about to become Barbarian King, alas ruined by this evil flower." A sturdy man with bronzed skin spoke in a deep voice, "If you can help me send my last will back, I can grant you the status of Barbarian Sage King; in the great world, you will be protected, though you may not necessarily need it…" His tone carried a hint of self‑doubt; after all, someone like Qin Yu, a monstrous genius, surely has a terrifying great sect behind him—my identity as Barbarian Sage King might be merely an embellishment for him.

Zhang Wu and the others were again shocked into stupor!

The barbarian tribe is a supremely powerful force in the Eastern Divine Province, likewise a branch of humanity, though few in number. Legends say they possess a strand of Pangu's primordial blood; every barbarian is born with divine power, extremely terrifying. Moreover, the identity of Barbarian Sage King is supremely noble; only those with deep ties to the barbarian tribe can obtain it. In ancient times, a human great expert accidentally saved the barbarian king's lineage, even married into it, thus earning the title of Barbarian Sage King. Relying on this connection, they expanded territory and established a great sect. Had the great calamity not fallen, that great expert might have already lived forever.

What level of monsters has this blood spirit captured? Such fortune fell so easily onto Qin Yu's head—no wonder he is a peerless monster who survived the forbidden lightning tribulation; his luck is simply astonishing. Zhang Wu and the others were frightened; Dongfang Yuan even sucked in a breath of cold air, secretly rejoicing that he had not offended Qin Yu too much last time, otherwise even eight hundred lives would not be enough to die.

Everyone's gaze then shifted to the other two, secretly wondering whether these two could also be heirs of hegemonic powers.