Chapter 264: Gu Jin Nian unleashes his might

The voice of the Severing Heaven Sect is simple and straightforward.

In the great world.

The Eternal Prosperity Emperor, the ruler of Zhongzhou, and all the major clans furrowed their brows.

This is clearly about snatching people now? Earlier, when they competed, they offered benefits, which was still acceptable, within reasonable bounds, but now the competition gives no face at all.

But there's nothing to be done.

People really didn't expect that at this time, Gu Jin Nian would actually be desolate.

The great world fell silent.

Some of those who supported Gu Jin Nian didn't even know what to say.

In their view, Gu Jin Nian should possess that kind of invincible vigor, and everything he does would shock heaven and earth.

No matter how dire the desperate situation, Gu Jin Nian could turn the tide.

This is the Gu Jin Nian recognized by the world.

But now it's different.

In this struggle, Gu Jin Nian lost, and he very likely lost miserably.

The Severing Heaven Sect is now proud, recruiting countless heavenly talents; many in the great world are actually holding their breath.

Everyone knows who stands behind the Severing Heaven Sect: the ancient clans.

But this move is used too well; it can be said to kill the person and destroy their heart.

However, Gu Jin Nian previously said he would produce a peerless scripture; in this situation, people are hesitating and lingering, wanting to wait for Gu Jin Nian to produce that peerless scripture.

But now, after waiting, there is not even a hint of any phenomenon, and there is no sign that Gu Jin Nian is about to produce a scripture.

This makes people unable to avoid silence.

Moreover, the Severing Heaven Sect's actions have indeed moved many heavenly talents.

Outside the Qilin Pavilion.

Some heavenly talents have not yet entered the Ninefold Divine Tower; they are waiting, waiting to see if Gu Jin Nian can produce a peerless scripture.

But by now, they find that no peerless scripture has been produced.

In that case, they naturally feel that Gu Jin Nian is inferior to the ancient clans.

Thus, considering their own interests, they will choose to leave.

Indeed, some heavenly talents have sighed; fortunately, they respect Gu Jin Nian, said nothing, and simply turned and left.

That's also good; at least they didn't spread any news or say anything.

However, such a scene is lamentable.

The struggle of the great world.

Not a single step can be wrong.

Even one wrong step is not allowed.

The further along, each step, each detail, becomes crucial.

Life and death are often decided at such a moment.

But there are still people waiting, hoping for a different outcome.

Although it's delayed by three days, the time is still sufficient, after all, altogether it's ten years.

It's impossible to not be able to wait a few days.

"I believe in Sage Gu."

"It's merely a period of time; right now only three days have passed, we don't need to be so pessimistic."

"Indeed, there's no need to be so pessimistic now; give Sage Gu enough time."

"When Sage Gu truly succeeds in comprehending the Dao, he will overturn heaven and earth."

Some voices rose; they still support Gu Jin Nian, and at the same time call on the world to believe in Gu Jin Nian.

Such remarks are not wrong.

Upon careful thought, three days is not much.

"The Severing Heaven Sect's resources have already been given; why not wait a bit longer? Going to the Severing Heaven Sect now doesn't necessarily mean you'll gain benefits."

"We've come this far; why not wait a bit longer? If Sage Gu truly produces a peerless scripture, wouldn't that be another missed opportunity?"

At this moment, the voice of the Zhongzhou Emperor rang out; he keenly grasps people's hearts, as an emperor, he understands people's hearts too well.

He knows the purpose of the Severing Heaven Sect, and also knows what people are thinking.

Therefore he spoke out, suppressing the hearts of many heavenly talents.

Indeed, going to the Severing Heaven Sect now doesn't necessarily yield any benefits; the six heavenly talents have taken many benefits, if they go they might receive decent treatment, but don't expect too much.

Precisely because he understands people's hearts, the Zhongzhou Emperor would say such words.

At this moment, some who were preparing to leave, or wanting to leave, have quieted down again.

They wait quietly.

Because three days really isn't much.

But as time passes bit by bit.

In the blink of an eye, another three days have passed.

Everyone awaits whether Gu Jin Nian can create a miracle.

But these three days still have seen no change.

Inside the Qilin Pavilion.

Gu Jin Nian sits cross-legged.

He is indeed in a state of enlightenment, and a very high level of enlightenment; he wants to fully comprehend the Dao De Jing.

Seeking the laws of heaven and earth, seeking the laws of all things, and what is the core of the Dao.

He was not in a hurry.

Actually, Gu Jin Nian can simply open his eyes now, speak the Dao De Jing, and just recite it once.

But if he did that, the effect would probably be like the Heart Sutra.

Gu Jin Nian now fully understands.

To truly understand, how different it is.

Only after truly comprehending the core of the scripture can one unleash the efficacy of this supreme scripture.

Previously, whether it was the I Ching or other scriptures, they merely expressed uniqueness without truly conveying the scripture's core.

So Gu Jin Nian is now grasping the essence; thus, when the Dao De Jing is recited, it will produce a great change.

He is comprehending, and also thinking.

As for time, he does not care.

He believes that when the Dao De Jing truly appears, the whole heaven and earth will shine because of him.

So whether talents gather or heavenly pride chooses the Qilin Pavilion, Gu Jin Nian does not care.

In his view, indecisive people are useless even if you have them.

Those who come today for one benefit and go tomorrow for another are inherently indecisive; wanting them or not makes no difference.

It's just Gu Jin Nian's indifference.

It makes countless people unable to help but speculate.

"Wanting to produce a supreme scripture is actually not difficult for Gu Jin Nian, but the difficulty lies in the fact that, under pressure, the Seal Heaven Sect's pressure is too great; even if Gu Jin Nian produces a supreme scripture, what can he do?"

"By comparison, the Buddhist Heart Sutra can be considered a supreme scripture, but it still depends on the person; if there is a heavenly pride in the Buddhist school who studies the Heart Sutra, their future is limitless; but if one's talent is ordinary, then how it is remains how it is."

"The Seal Heaven Sect has won so many heavenly pride, but they have already lost half; if Gu Jin Nian can produce a true supreme scripture, they can still turn defeat into victory, as long as it equals the Heart Sutra."

"But looking at the current situation, it is basically impossible."

"Yes, after all, under this pressure they cannot bear it."

"Ah, actually upon careful thought, this is normal; people think Saint Gu is too strong, repeatedly creating miracles, but Saint Gu is ultimately just a person, not heaven and earth, not the Great Dao, and cannot necessarily do everything."

"Alas, at the critical moment, taking such a wrong step is truly a pity."

"If taking a wrong step years ago would have been good, now it is not."

People were discussing, believing the situation was already lost.

"Yes, if Gu Jin Nian had suffered a loss years ago, that would actually be a good thing; I have always thought Gu Jin Nian's biggest problem is that he has been too smooth sailing."

"But now trouble has finally come; if years ago Gu Jin Nian had suffered a loss, he would have reflected, but in fact he has never encountered any trouble, and in this situation a single trouble would deal him a fatal blow."

Some also analyze the current situation, believing Gu Jin Nian's greatest flaw is being too smooth sailing.

Almost everything, no matter how dire, Gu Jin Nian can bring back from the dead.

This is good, but not especially good.

Now in the great world struggle, a misstep is an abyss of ten thousand feet.

"Wait a bit longer!"

"Don't say such cold-hearted words anymore."

"Do you still remember the Da Xia heavenly disaster?"

Su Wenjing's voice sounded, reminding people of the matter of the Da Xia heavenly disaster.

As soon as this was said, the people fell silent.

All the heavenly pride also fell silent.

When the Da Xia heavenly disaster first appeared, it was the same; everyone thought Da Xia could not be saved.

But in the end, Gu Jin Nian stepped forward and saved the Da Xia Dynasty.

This matter, indeed, was not long ago.

So, as Su Wenjing spoke like this, everyone fell silent.

"Forget it, we've waited this long; we're not afraid to wait a bit longer."

"I believe in Saint Gu."

"Seal Heaven Sect, don't be too arrogant; Saint Gu is just brewing."

A voice sounded, giving a response.

Choose to wait a bit more.

Under the support of the Great Emperor of Central Province and Su Wenjing, morale was steadied once again.

"Indeed, the longer Saint Gu delays, the more it means future heavenly and earthly omens will become increasingly terrifying."

"Right, don't you all know about past events?"

Some voices sounded.

It is to inform the people, and also to steady one's own heart, so as not to be shaken.

It must be said.

This effect is not bad; at least most people chose to quiet down, no longer arguing, and are waiting.

Inside the Seal Heaven Palace.

Guangyuan Buddha's voice sounded involuntarily.

"Sect Leader, at this time, take the opportunity to stir up another fire, seek the honored ones, and you can absorb all talents at once."

Guangyuan Buddha spoke, believing the moment is now mature, one can do some things so that the Qilin Pavilion has no chance to turn over.

Upon saying this, inside the Seal Heaven Palace's main hall, many people nodded in agreement.

"Indeed, if at this time we could also strive for some resources, for us it would be of great benefit."

Well, at a critical moment, striking when someone is down has a huge effect.

I support.

I also tend to agree.

Everyone spoke up, knowing this was a great opportunity; seizing it would be tremendous.

Hearing this, Sect Leader Chang Yun Tian fell somewhat silent.

He also knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

But he knew better: in fact, the ancient human race didn't want to give too many resources; they only spent so much to establish prestige, and if we asked for more, it would provoke resentment.

But this truly is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Back then, he simply missed an opportunity; during the Da Xia heavenly disaster, if he had produced half a volume of the Heaven's Mandate Sage's Scripture just a bit earlier, the danger of that disaster would have been easily resolved by him.

Afterward, he would become the savior of the Da Xia Dynasty.

Even if Gu Jin Nian were stronger, with his prestige at the time he could do many things; he wouldn't have to completely suppress Gu Jin Nian, but he wouldn't end up so embarrassed.

So after much hesitation, Chang Yun Tian couldn't help but speak up.

Good.

He agreed.

I'll go pay a visit to the ancestors.

Chang Yun Tian spoke up; he didn't want to miss this opportunity.

Having said that, he vanished from the spot and headed for the human holy land.

Half an hour later.

The ancient human race hall.

The nine human kings remained seated high on their thrones.

They were icy cold, exalted above all.

I pay my respects to all the ancestors.

Chang Yun Tian appeared, kneeling on the ground, as humble as ever.

The nine revered kings remained silent, saying nothing.

The atmosphere was somewhat oppressive.

Ancestors, above us.

Right now, Gu Jin Nian hasn't produced the peerless scripture; the Qilin Pavilion's reputation is terrible; later generations think that if we again bestow fortune, all the world's peerless geniuses will be completely absorbed into the Sever Heaven Sect.

Please, ancestors, grant us blessings!

Chang Yun Tian's speech was a bit tense.

He knelt on the ground, earnestly begging the ancestors for blessings.

But as these words were spoken, the nine revered human kings grew even more silent, showing no expression, yet their wills communicated.

Still asking for fortune? The present-day human race is indeed greedy.

Exactly, that's too greedy.

Truly disgusting; do they really think this fortune comes for free?

Several revered kings' voices sounded, tinged with displeasure.

And extremely displeased.

The fortune given to the Sever Heaven Sect is indeed great; even the ancient clans consider it excessive.

Thus, at this time, Chang Yun Tian actually still asks for fortune, making them feel extremely disgusted.

However, other voices also rose.

Although unpleasant, what he says is correct: if we now grant some fortune, we can ensnare all the peerless geniuses of the great era; for us, that's also good, suppressing Gu Jin Nian and obtaining the great era's fortune.

A voice sounded, deeming this method feasible.

Indeed, since we've already suppressed them for so long, why not continue?

I think it's possible.

Granting a bit more is fine; later we can have these geniuses contend for the Divine Mountain's benefits, which poses no problem.

Well, this idea works; afterward, the Divine Mountain's revival will bring even more heavenly treasures; what we lose now we can retrieve later.

Some voices sounded, approving this approach.

The kings fell silent.

Especially when mentioning this method, nurturing the great era's geniuses to harvest the Divine Mountain for us, gaining many benefits.

For a moment, the kings were silent.

After a while of silence.

Finally, some voices sounded.

We needn't acquire much fortune; as long as we don't lose out, it's not unacceptable.

Well, just not losing out is enough.

If we achieve no loss, it's certainly possible; after all, our goal is the great era's fortune, these things don't matter.

If we can obtain more of the great era's fortune, the ancient heavenly court's revival will be faster; perhaps we could fully restore it, and in that case we would actually gain even more.

The kings' voices sounded, approving this plan.

All right, then let's proceed with this method.

Finally, the kings agreed; since opinions were unanimous, there was nothing more to say.

However, we must have the other great clans contribute resources; it's impossible for only us to bear the cost.

A supreme powerhouse's will sounded; it wasn't the kings, but it was close enough.

Hmm, let them all bestow blessings together.

This is the last time.

Good.

Finally, the kings agreed.

In ten days, if there are no omens, they will bestow fortune.

This is the Thunder King's voice, informing Chang Yun Tian.

Ten days, they want to see if Gu Jin Nian will produce the Supreme Scripture; if he does, giving resources would mean little, but if he doesn't, it would mean a lot.

They also don't want to waste resources, investing them in these humans.

As for Chang Yun Tian, who had been kneeling outside the hall, hearing this voice, he was overjoyed; frankly, he felt nervous inside, fearing the kings' displeasure and thus punishment.

But unexpectedly, the kings agreed.

For a moment, Chang Yun Tian couldn't help but kneel on the ground, kowtowing frantically, showing extraordinary joy.

Thank you, ancestors! Thank you, ancestors!

He was overjoyed, his heart also extremely happy.

Soon, Chang Yun Tian rose from kneeling on the ground and walked outside.

After Chang Yun Tian left.

The hall echoed with sound again.

Do you think Gu Jin Nian will produce the Myriad Classics Scripture?

A king's voice sounded, full of curiosity.

Producing the Ancient Scripture is not difficult; his achievements are indeed rare in ancient and modern times, after all bearing the fortune of the great era.

But what Myriad Classics Scripture? That's impossible.

Hmm, Myriad Classics Scripture? We of the ancient human race can't produce it; what does he rely on?

Moreover, for such scriptures, either they are produced now or never; he is currently comprehending the Dao and cannot resolve it in one go, so he would become deeply trapped.

Some voices sounded, they did not believe Gu Jin Nian could produce the so-called Myriad Classics Scripture.

What they said is absolutely not looking down on them, nor does it carry any contempt; rather, they prove it through various examples.

Forget it, let's first take a look.

However, such discussion is meaningless; we still need to see the outcome.

At this moment.

Half an hour later.

Chang Yun Tian returned to the Severing Heaven Palace hall; he didn't say a word, but the smile on his face let everyone know the matter was accomplished.

Everyone.

Wait quietly for ten days.

Chang Yun Tian spoke lightly.

His words were very overbearing.

Everyone exchanged knowing smiles, then said no more.

Thus.

The entire great era gathered once more in the Kirin Pavilion.

Everyone was waiting for a miracle.

Su Wenjing.

Emperor Yongsheng.

Emperor of Central Province.

Everyone who knew Gu Jin Nian hoped he would once again create a miracle at this critical moment.

This matter is of great importance.

If they lose.

Then they would truly lose everything.

And in a distant place.

A silhouette merely gazed at the Kirin Pavilion.

The silhouette stood tall, gazing at Gu Jin Nian.

Only one more Heaven's Mandate is lacking.

Your Highness the Crown Prince.

I give it to you.

A faint voice sounded.

In an instant.

A brilliant Heaven's Mandate tore through the heavens and poured into Gu Jin Nian's body.

The world was astonished.

Many people had already begun to excitedly shout.

The peerless scripture has been produced, it has been produced.

Will it appear?

Quick, the earth-shattering phenomenon is about to begin.

Good, good, good, good, good!

Finally we've waited, finally we've waited.

Some excited voices sounded, the people were overwhelmed with excitement, clenched their fists, feeling an unprecedented excitement.

They thought this was the prelude to the start of an omen.

It was also the prelude to Gu Jin Nian's release of the peerless scripture.

But actually.

Inside the Auspicious Beast Pavilion.

Gu Jin Nian was still comprehending the Classic of the Way and Virtue.

Heaven's Mandate infused into his body.

It did not bring about great change.

Understanding in thought, unrelated to Heaven's Mandate, is a personal matter.

Thus, Gu Jin Nian was still having sudden comprehension of the scriptures, he was thinking of many things.

And the outside world's time.

It was also passing bit by bit.

In the blink of an eye.

Again, ten days.

Gu Jin Nian was not in a hurry, but all living beings of the great world were extremely anxious.

People did not expect that, over a full twenty days, Gu Jin Nian had not yet released the peerless scripture.

Moreover, there was not even a hint of an omen.

A suppressed atmosphere shrouded the Eastern Wilderness and the Central Province.

The people fell silent.

Many heaven's pride had no more patience; now is the great world's struggle, at this moment, to speak bluntly, every minute and every second is extremely precious.

Wasting so much time for nothing is bad enough, plus the Sever Heaven Sect is stirring up the atmosphere—how could people not be anxious? 'I can't wait any longer, I'm leaving; even if Saint Gu could release the peerless scripture, it would mean little to us.'

'Yeah, the wait is too long, extremely lengthy, better go to the Sever Heaven Sect.' 'Indeed, the wait is too long.'

Some voices sounded, they really couldn't wait any longer; after twenty days back and forth, if they had to keep waiting, it would be cruel for them.

'Actually, we could wait a bit more; we've already waited twenty days, what would waiting a bit more achieve?'

'Yeah, waiting a bit more would also be fine.'

A voice sounded, there were still people willing to support Gu Jin Nian, hoping the world would wait a bit longer.

But just then.

Inside the Sever Heaven Palace.

A majestic voice sounded.

'Creation manifests again; enter my Sever Heaven Sect, and you can seize a thread of life from heaven and earth.'

As this voice sounded.

Streams of immortal light gushed forth from the Sever Heaven Palace, turning into boundless creation.

It must be said, the Sever Heaven Sect has truly spared no expense; these creations are not inferior to the treasures of various divine mountains, and even some ancient clans cannot help but covet them, wanting to obtain these treasures.

This is truly sparing no expense.

People could no longer suppress their inner desires, and flocked to the Sever Heaven Sect.

They had waited twenty days, with not a single scripture recited, which was truly agonizing.

Countless talents gave up completely, not because they doubted Gu Jin Nian, but because the Sever Heaven Sect offered too much.

A large number of heaven's pride headed to the Sever Heaven Sect.

The Auspicious Beast Pavilion truly had a sense of decline.

Su Wenjing let out a long sigh, knowing the tide had turned.

The entire Auspicious Beast Pavilion looked extremely desolate.

But this was not the most desolate.

'Sorry, I also have to leave.'

At this very moment, a voice sounded.

The people looked over.

It was a man.

He was a prince of an ancient state, very strong, having passed the trial of the Nine-layer Divine Pagoda.

He had also been waiting here for a long time.

However, at this moment, he could no longer wait and planned to go to the Sever Heaven Sect.

Of the Nine-layer Divine Pagoda, only six people had managed to pass all levels.

The wooden sword youth, cultivating the sword way.

An honest man, from the Southern Barbarians, cultivating the martial way.

A middle-aged man, about forty, cultivating both Confucianism and Daoism.

A woman, cultivating Buddhist law, a disciple of an ancient temple.

A handsome man, with outstanding appearance, unknown origin, possibly from the far northern lands, or perhaps an existence of an ancient clan.

After all, someone sensed his aura, which bore the aura of an ancient expert.

Lastly, this person is a prince from some ancient dynasty, quite extraordinary, wearing a golden dragon robe, appearing majestic and awe-inspiring.

Such an existence is the object of contention among all major powers.

But now, he is leaving.

'Leaving at this critical juncture, is that really good?'

"Saying something unpleasant, the Sever Heaven Sect is clearly just attracting people, not truly giving benefits; we have already gone too late, the Sever Heaven Sect already has six Heaven's Pride, you going to the Sever Heaven Sect now may not be a good thing."

Someone spoke up, thinking that going at this critical juncture is not meaningful; it would be better to continue waiting.

What he said makes a lot of sense.

At this point, we can still wait a bit longer, and the implication is simple: you are not truly a Heaven's Pride, so why bother?

But as this voice rang out.

The latter did not speak, but took a step forward.

Boom—

A terrifying true dragon aura burst forth from within, nine golden true dragons coiled around his body, the powerful aura sweeping across the entire Da Xia Dynasty.

This is a true supreme Heaven's Pride.

People were shocked, and some couldn't help but cry out in surprise.

"Nine Dragon True Body."

"Another legendary physique, this is inconceivable."

"The Great Era has truly arrived, the Great Era has truly arrived."

Some voices rang out, filled with astonishment, their eyes full of disbelief.

The reason is simple: the six Heaven's Pride of the Sever Heaven Sect are all legendary physiques; people subconsciously think that these peerless Heaven's Pride have all gone to the Sever Heaven Sect, after all, the benefits the Sever Heaven Sect offers are simply too many.

But unexpectedly, the Qilin Pavilion also has such a physique.

Now, this physique is about to be missed again, which is regrettable and also a pity.

"I have given enough time; unfortunately, the Qilin Pavilion simply won't do."

"Gu Sheng, it's not that I'm being opportunistic; in the Great Era Struggle, I must make a choice for myself, please understand."

He spoke up, voicing his thoughts, which is no problem.

But Su Wenjing's voice also rang out immediately.

"Wait a bit longer; actually there's no need to be so rushed."

Su Wenjing spoke up, wanting to keep this peerless Heaven's Pride for Gu Jin Nian, lest they truly miss out, otherwise the Qilin Pavilion would really be done for.

"No."

"I appreciate the goodwill and admire Gu Sheng for acting for heaven and earth, but I have my own choice; I will protect this world well."

"But my admiration for Gu Sheng remains."

He spoke up.

His resolve is firm.

Upon hearing this, Su Wenjing couldn't help but sigh, knowing the other truly did not want to stay any longer.

"To bring eternal peace to myriad generations."

Su Wenjing spoke up, he had nothing more to say, could only speak from the heart.

"The sage's words are weighty."

"I am Li Xiu, future guardian of humanity, I have a place for myself."

Li Xiu spoke up, saying it is not a betrayal but a choice; unlike Jian Jiutian, he is not arrogant and overbearing, but calm and steady, and indeed he is speaking reason.

"Good!"

Su Wenjing nodded, then said nothing more.

Li Xiu left.

This made the Qilin Pavilion even more deathly still.

This is indeed deathly still.

In the Great Era Struggle, this step Gu Jin Nian almost had no power to resist.

Completely gone.

Inside the Qilin Pavilion.

The remaining five were silent, not knowing what to say to each other; perhaps they were also moved, but for now they have not left.

"Sigh."

Su Wenjing let out a long sigh.

Looking at the five, he appeared especially silent, finally letting out a sigh.

"If you wish to leave, you may freely go to the Sever Heaven Sect; it has nothing to do with anything, you can choose as you like."

He spoke up, this is the final helplessness; rather than clinging tightly, it's better to let go.

Upon hearing such a voice.

All five remained silent; they did not choose to leave, but patiently waited in the Qilin Pavilion, sometimes silence itself is a statement.

"Enter the Sever Heaven Sect, seize a sliver of life."

At this moment, the voice of the Sever Heaven Palace rang out again.

In their view, the Qilin Pavilion is truly done for, Gu Jin Nian may struggle to continue the legend.

Facing the mockery of the Qilin Pavilion, Su Wenjing remained silent.

He began to organize the disciples of the Qilin Pavilion, dividing them according to Gu Jin Nian's idea.

Thus.

Time passed little by little.

Three days later.

Kirin Pavilion recruited a total of three thousand disciples.

Three thousand were selected, the five who passed the trial did not leave; just how strong their foundations were, no one knows.

Those who can pass the Nine-Layer Divine Tower examination are undoubtedly unparalleled prodigies; they have no choice to leave, which is somewhat surprising.

And Li Xiu, who went to the Heaven Severing Sect, received the corresponding treatment; it is still like spending a thousand gold to buy a horse's bone.

The effect is extraordinarily good.

In the great era, more and more prodigies are rushing to the Heaven Severing Sect.

Really cannot wait any longer.

Moreover, many strong ones have also given their judgment.

Gu Jin Nian may have encountered a problem in his comprehension of the Dao; the pressure is too great, and this time he might truly not create a miracle.

Such remarks are increasing.

Indeed, everyone has a low point at some time.

Gu Jin Nian now is in a state of low ebb.

In one's life, encountering some problems is nothing; what is feared is that problems arise at the most critical moment.

However, there are still those who give hope, believing that Gu Jin Nian can write out an unparalleled scripture.

But.

After a month passed.

The entire great era fell completely silent.

After a whole month, the Heaven Severing Sect's proceedings were in full swing, while the Kirin Pavilion, although it had recruited three thousand disciples, its overall strength was inferior to the Heaven Severing Sect, but that's okay.

Over this past month, many people have already chosen to leave.

It is the Heaven Severing Sect playing tricks, causing people to spread bad information in the Kirin Pavilion, making people hesitant in their hearts.

Such tactics cannot be called clean or not; the main issue is that their original intentions are problematic.

Those who leave need not be forcibly retained.

Su Wenjing manages the Kirin Pavilion, but he finds it hard to hold up.

In the blink of an eye.

Another month.

This time, people have completely lost hope; over the past two months, it has never been this long.

Three thousand Kirin Prodigies have also left nearly half; even the descendants of major powers of the Great Xia Dynasty and the Central Province Dynasty have secretly gone to the Heaven Severing Sect.

Even one's own people have made such a choice; one can imagine how dire the situation of the Kirin Pavilion is now.

Inside the Kirin Pavilion.

Gu Jin Nian continues to comprehend the Dao.

Su Wenjing silently watches Gu Jin Nian; he says nothing more, merely waiting patiently.

He believes Gu Jin Nian will surely be able to create a miracle again.

Certainly.

Thus.

Another month passed.

Boom! Inside the Heaven Severing Palace.

The Divine Mountain trembled, the endless divine light trembled, a terrifying and powerful aura swept across the entire great era.

Sword qi pressed upon people.

It caused fear.

It is the Fivefold Heaven.

A true Fivefold Heaven powerhouse.

The beings of the great era turned their gaze toward the Heaven Severing Palace; their looks were astonished, because it was the figure of the Nine Heavens Sword.

The chaotic sword qi around him seemed capable of opening heaven and earth.

His aura was terrifyingly unmatched.

Fivefold Heaven.

In the Divine Mountain he obtained an immortal fortune; in just three months, he has entered the Fivefold Heaven realm.

This is simply inconceivable.

The world gazed upon him, their eyes filled with envy as well as astonishment.

Inside the Kirin Pavilion, there is more silence and despair.

The Heaven Severing Palace indeed went to great lengths; the Ancient Clans, in order to suppress Gu Jin Nian, also spared no expense, giving such a terrifying fortune, cultivating an unparalleled powerhouse of the Fivefold Heaven.

Setting a benchmark, this time it's truly going to be over.

"I will surpass everything."

"As long as you give me enough time."

"The beings of the great era shall be protected by me."

A roar sounded.

From the Nine Heavens Sword.

At this moment, he is indeed full of vigor, overjoyed, his eyes filled with unprecedented delight.

He is very excited, and even more agitated.

He never expected that he could, in just a few months, reach this level and become a powerhouse of the present age.

Although he cannot compare to the Ancient Clans, setting aside the Ancient Clans, he himself will be the most invincible existence.

With a raise of his hand, he can destroy heaven and earth.

Terrifying indeed.

The Seventh Realm, Fifth Overlap Heaven is itself a watershed, especially since it is a Chaotic Sword Body, which is even more inconceivable and terrifyingly astonishing.

Boom—boom—boom.

He stands in the void, ten thousand li of space suppressed by Chaotic Sword Qi, appearing somewhat fragmented.

His aura presses down so heavily that all the prodigies of Qilin Hall cannot lift their heads.

His smile becomes even more glaring.

And his gaze falls upon Qilin Hall; everyone knows what that look signifies.

He despises Gu Jin Nian to death, and now that he has reached this realm, he naturally flaunts himself, making sure Gu Jin Nian senses him.

But in an instant—

A terrifying sword intent spreads out from the Eastern Wilderness.

The Chaotic Sword Qi is tightly suppressed.

Inside Cutting Heaven Palace, Jian Jiutian frowns; he senses this dreadful sword Qi, ten thousand times stronger than his own, extremely terrifying and utterly unbeatable.

However, this sword Qi does not originate from Qilin Hall; it comes from somewhere within the Eastern Wilderness.

"What is happening? Why is there such sword Qi?"

"Such terrifying sword Qi, it feels suffocating."

"It fills one with despair, and great terror."

Voices rise in succession.

People discuss; they all feel the dreadful sword Qi, but do not know its source, only sensing it lies in the Eastern Wilderness.

"Heaven‑Piercing Sword Mountain is about to emerge."

"Prepare everything."

At this moment, some ancient wills speak, communicating with each other, having sensed something.

"Jian Jiutian, Heaven‑Piercing Sword Mountain is about to be born; for the Cutting Heaven Sect, retrieve the Nine Great Swords, and it will record your foremost achievement."

Chang Yun Tian hears the orders, and immediately speaks, informing Jian Jiutian to go seize the great worldly fortune.

"Respectfully obey the Sect Leader's decree."

Chang Yun Tian speaks calmly, without chatter, and rushes toward the Eastern Wilderness to earn merit for the Cutting Heaven Sect.

The same.

Inside Qilin Hall.

The wooden‑sword youth, Wang Ping, also slowly rises; he gazes at the location of the sword Qi, though he cannot see it, yet it gives an extremely uncanny impression.

"Master Su Wenjing, regarding the Sword Mountain contest, I, your student, am willing to go, to vie for the great worldly fortune for Qilin Hall."

Wang Ping speaks.

Usually Wang Ping is extremely silent, rarely speaking and inscrutable, yet unexpectedly at this moment he takes the initiative to go to the Sword Mountain to strive for unparalleled destiny.

"No need."

"Remain calm and wait."

Su Wenjing shakes his head directly, not because he distrusts Wang Ping, but because Jian Jiutian has already entered the Fifth Overlap, whereas Wang Ping has not; the gap in realms is too great.

Although he believes Wang Ping must have astonishing means, he fears more the clash with Jian Jiutian, which would cause a huge loss.

"Master, I feel this Sword Mountain destiny is tied to sword intent; the level of realm matters little."

He speaks, hoping to gain a foothold.

But Su Wenjing still shakes his head, looking at Wang Ping.

He says little, but the meaning is clear.

In an instant, Wang Ping understands, and thus remains silent.

A disadvantage is a disadvantage.

There is no way around it.

Within the Eastern Wilderness.

Jian Jiutian's voice also sounds immediately; having now reached the Fifth Overlap, he naturally can hear Qilin Hall's voice.

"A wooden sword dares to contend with the Chaotic Sword?"

"Ridiculous!"

He speaks, directly mocking Wang Ping.

In an instant, Qilin Hall falls into profound silence; some are angry but dare not speak, for indeed the younger generation cannot defeat Jian Jiutian.

That is an indisputable fact.

"Sword has no high or low, only intent!"

Hearing that voice, Wang Ping slowly replies; this is his answer.

"I am in the Eastern Wilderness!"

"I await you to settle the score."

"Can suppress realms, let you."

Jian Jiutian speaks calmly; he is now supremely confident, especially despising the heavenly pride of Qilin Hall, all of whose disgust stems from Gu Jin Nian.

He is very arrogant.

But he has the right to be arrogant.

"Fine."

"Sword Mountain activated."

"I will go."

Wang Ping speaks, without any concession.

"Then let your sword cleave this place."

Jian Jiutian became even more domineering, outright a blatant provocation.

Wang Ping gave no reply.

Such a quarrel has no meaning.

Yet the entire Qilin Pavilion remained supremely oppressive, supremely low‑key.

Everyone's mood was exceedingly foul.

It sank to the extreme.

However.

At that moment.

Clang.

Clang.

Clang.

The bell rang.

It quieted the Great World.

The bell's tone was exceedingly subtle, inexplicably calming.

But likewise, it drew the world's attention.

People watched, very curious, not knowing where the sound came from.

Soon, a scream caused the entire Great World to boil.

"It's Gu Sheng."

"This sound comes from Gu Sheng."

"This bell sound comes from Gu Sheng, look."

A scream rang out.

Countless gazes at this moment converged completely on Gu Jin Nian.

The Eternal Prosperous Great Emperor, the Central Continent Great Emperor, the East Sea Dragon Palace, the Four Seas Dragon King, the Crown Prince and the Dragon Emperor, the Ancient Human Clan, the Divine Clan, the Demon Clan, and every eye in the Great World all focused on the Qilin Pavilion.

Someone frowned, feeling inexplicably uneasy; inside the Heaven‑Cut Palace, Chang Yun Tian grew tense.

He hadn't expected that, at this moment, Gu Jin Nian might have attained enlightenment; the Heavenly Prides of the Heaven‑Cut Palace were each unusually silent, not wishing Gu Jin Nian to truly produce any peerless scripture.

If that were the case, it would truly be a loss.

Eastern Wilderness Realm.

Jian Jiutian remained silent, gazing at Gu Jin Nian.

The Great World focused.

And at that moment, heaven and earth suddenly dimmed.

The sun and moon were without light.

As if plunged into perpetual darkness.

Moreover, everyone felt an unprecedented oppression.

People felt suppressed, unable to gather even a single thread of Qi, and even the candle flames vanished.

The entire Great World.

Silence!

And darkness to the extreme! The world fell silent.

Even the ancient great clans had never seen such a phenomenon.

(End of Chapter)