Chapter 540: Mysterious Four Swords

As the Fire Beast King's four eyes were destroyed one by one, its power began to rapidly decline, and its originally violent wind, fire, thunder, and electricity gradually lost their might.

The cultivators' attacks became more fierce, each strike causing the Fire Beast King's body to tremble.

Finally, in a violent explosion, the Fire Beast King let out its final wail, its massive body gradually dissipating in the flames until it vanished completely.

The Fire Beast King's demise left the entire battlefield in dead silence; the cultivators panted, their wounds and fatigue evident, yet their eyes brimmed with the joy of victory.

However, this joy did not last long, for a sudden anomaly appeared in the sky.

Where the Fire Beast King had vanished, the sky seemed torn by a mysterious force, and a huge stone tablet slowly rose.

This stone tablet radiated divine light from its entirety, the glow containing an ancient and powerful aura that inspired reverence.

The tablet was covered in strange runes, each resembling a living creature, constantly flowing with mysterious power.

Most striking, four divine swords were plunged into the tablet, each emanating a terrifying power that made hearts race.

These divine swords seemed to correspond to the Fire Beast King's four powers—wind, fire, thunder, and electricity—silently embedded in the tablet, yet appearing to recount an ancient legend.

Longling and Heavenly Pivot True Person exchanged a glance, seeing shock and doubt in each other's eyes; these four divine swords were certainly no ordinary objects, their power possibly exceeding any magic treasure they knew.

Ziyang True Person stepped forward, lightly touching the runes on the tablet, attempting to decipher their secret.

"These runes seem to be an ancient language recording a history of the Tianji Holy Land," Ziyang True Person said in a deep voice.

The Tiger King stared at the four divine swords, a flicker of longing in his eyes: "These divine swords are surely great treasures, their power enough to reshape the entire Tianji Shengyu."

The Golden Peng King was more cautious, scanning the surroundings, wary of any possible changes.

"We must not act rashly; since these four divine swords can be embedded in this stone tablet, there must be a deeper meaning. We need to explore carefully to avoid triggering unknown dangers."

As they discussed, the runes on the tablet suddenly burst into blinding light, and the four divine swords began to tremble, as if responding to some summons.

A powerful force surged from the tablet, enveloping everyone.

This force was warm and strong, instantly dispelling the cultivators' fatigue and beginning to rapidly heal their wounds.

"This is..."

The cultivators felt this power with astonishment; the appearance of the four divine swords and the tablet must be closely tied to the secret of the Tianji Holy Land.

They decided to temporarily set aside their conflicts and jointly study the tablet and the divine swords' secrets, hoping to unveil the true face of the Tianji Holy Land.

As their research deepened, they gradually discovered that these four divine swords were not only powerful magic treasures, but also keys to deeper secrets of the Tianji Holy Land.

Meanwhile, the runes on the tablet served as clues guiding how to use these divine swords.

Faced with the terrifying restriction on the tablet, the cultivators' greed and impulsiveness were curbed by harsh reality.

Those cultivators who tried to seize the divine swords by force turned to ashes before everyone's eyes, a sight that filled all with deep fear.

The eager atmosphere instantly plummeted to freezing point; the cultivators retreated en masse, daring not to act rashly.

As the leader among them, Longling showed no panic in his eyes, only contemplation.

The secret of these four divine swords and the tablet is not so easily unraveled.

He looked around, seeing everyone's gaze fixed on him, awaiting his decision.

Longling took a deep breath and slowly spoke: "Everyone, we cannot act blindly."

These restrictions are clearly protective measures left by ancient cultivators, intended to keep the divine swords from falling into unworthy hands.

We must find the correct way to lift the restriction; otherwise we will not only fail to obtain the divine swords but also sacrifice ourselves in vain.

Ziyang True Person nodded in agreement: "Longling the Demon Master is right; we should first study these restrictions, for the runes on the tablet may hide clues to lifting them."

Heavenly Pivot True Person added: "We also need to observe carefully, for these restrictions may be tied to the swords' power; we must find a method that lifts the restriction without disturbing the swords' power."

Although the Tiger King was impatient, he understood that now was not the time for impulsiveness, and he said in a deep voice: "We can first search the surroundings for clues; perhaps there are relics or documents left by the ancients that could help us understand these restrictions."

Under Longling's direction, the cultivators began to divide labor and cooperate.

One group studied the tablet's runes, trying to decipher their secret; another searched the surroundings for possible clues, hoping to find a way to lift the restriction; a third group kept watch, lest other cultivators seize the opportunity to snatch the divine swords.

Time passed bit by bit, and the cultivators' efforts finally bore fruit.

On the tablet's reverse side, they discovered a hidden inscription, completely different from the front runes, describing an ancient ritual that seemed to be the key to lifting the restriction.

Longling carefully studied this inscription, then gathered everyone and explained the ritual's content and steps in detail.

This ritual requires specific Dharma Implements, specific arts, and the cultivators' sincere cooperation.

More importantly, the ritual requires the cultivators' minds to be pure, free of greed and selfish desire; otherwise the ritual cannot succeed.

Under Longling's leadership, the cultivators began preparing the ritual. Following the inscription's instructions, they found the needed Dharma Implements, practiced the required arts, and made their minds ready.

When everything was ready, they gathered before the tablet and began the ritual to lift the restriction.

As the ritual proceeded, the runes on the tablet began to emit a soft glow, and the restriction's power gradually weakened. The cultivators felt hope, sensing their efforts were paying off.

Finally, after a intense burst of light, the tablet's restriction was completely lifted; the four divine swords shone with even brighter light, but no longer bore any terrifying killing intent.

With the restriction lifted, the true power of the four divine swords began to manifest.

Each sword was entwined with dreadful divine radiance, strands of mysterious rune power crisscrossing, as if weaving an invisible net that enveloped the surrounding space.

The cultivators were shocked to discover that these four divine swords were not merely individual magic treasures; they seemed to share a mysterious connection.

Longling gazed at the four divine swords, a glint of sharpness flashing in his eyes: "Each of these four divine swords contains an elemental power—wind, fire, thunder, and electricity. Used alone, each is already immensely powerful; if the four swords are used together, they can form a sword formation whose strength can rival a cultivator at the Half-step Myriad Law Realm."

Upon hearing this, everyone gasped. A cultivator at the Half-step Myriad Law Realm is already a top-tier existence in the Tianji Shengyu, yet the sword formation formed by these four divine swords possessing such power truly exceeded their imagination.

Ziyang True Person stroked his long beard, eyes full of awe: "The legendary Four Holy Swords actually exist, and they are right before our eyes; the power of this sword formation might even cause heaven and earth to change color."

Heavenly Pivot True Person furrowed his brows, deeply aware of the double-edged nature of such power: "The sword formation's power is indeed great, but controlling it will surely be extremely difficult."

"We must be careful, or else we will instead be harmed by the sword formation's power."

The Tiger King's eyes flashed with fighting spirit: "No matter what, we must master these four divine swords and the sword formation. With them, the strength of our Beyond Heaven Longyuan Immortal Sect will greatly increase."

The Golden Peng King raised a practical question: "How are we to master this sword formation? The power of these four divine swords is so great that ordinary people cannot wield them."

Longling pondered for a moment, then said: "We need to select four individuals, each to wield one divine sword. These four must have steadfast minds, profound cultivation, and be able to trust one another, advancing and retreating together."

After discussion, it was finally decided that Huang Daxian, the Tiger King, the Golden Peng King, and Ziyang True Person would wield the four divine swords.

Their four cultivation levels are the highest among the group, and they share deep mutual trust.

Under Longling's guidance, the four began training in the sword formation.

They first attempted to establish a connection with their respective divine swords, sensing the power within the swords.

This process was not easy; the power within the divine swords was strong and violent, and a slight mistake would cause a backlash.

As time passed, the four gradually mastered the method of communicating with the divine swords.

They began attempting to combine the power of the four divine swords to form a complete sword formation.

Each attempt came with great risk, but the four, relying on firm resolve and tacit cooperation, gradually found the feel.

In a midnight training session, the four finally succeeded in merging the power of the four divine swords, forming a complete sword formation.

As soon as the sword formation was completed, the entire Heaven's Pole Mountain Range trembled.

The four divine swords hovered in midair, each emitting light of a different color, forming a huge light shield that enveloped the four.

Within the sword formation, winds rose and clouds surged, flames blazed to the heavens, lightning and thunder intertwined, forming a small world.

Longling, Tiger King, Golden Peng King, and Purple Yang True Person stood at the four corners of the sword formation, their silhouettes appearing especially majestic in the light.

The faces of all four showed shock; they could clearly sense the power contained in the sword formation, a power capable of destroying heaven and earth.

"The power of this sword formation is greater than I imagined," Tiger King's voice trembled slightly; he had never thought he could wield such great power.

Huang Daxian's eyes flashed with excited light: "With this sword formation, what fearsome foe should we fear? Even a half-step Myriad Laws Realm cultivator, we could fight!"

Golden Peng King's face was full of awe: "This power is too great; we must use it cautiously. Once out of control, the consequences would be unimaginable."

Purple Yang True Person pondered a deeper question: "Is the power of this sword formation related to the secret of the Heaven's Pole Sacred Ground? Perhaps these four divine swords and the sword formation are merely the tip of the iceberg."

With the successful construction of the sword formation, the cultivators' confidence greatly increased, and they began to more actively explore the Heaven's Pole Sacred Ground, seeking more clues and secrets.

Under Longling's leadership, they ventured deeper into the mountain range, discovering more relics and treasures.

In one expedition, they discovered an ancient cavern that housed a large number of ancient texts and magic treasures. These texts recorded much of the history and secrets of the Heaven's Pole Sacred Ground, as well as some lost spells and cultivation methods.

The cultivators, as if they had obtained a priceless treasure, began frantically reading and studying, hoping to find ways to enhance their strength from them.

Within these ancient texts, they discovered a passage about the four holy swords.

It turned out that these four divine swords were not casually forged; they were condensed from the lifelong cultivation level and laws of four ancient mighty beings, each sword containing the power of a heavenly-earthly law.

Only by truly understanding and mastering these laws can one truly unleash the power of the sword formation.

This discovery shocked the cultivators. They realized that these four divine swords and the sword formation were not merely powerful magic treasures, but also the key to reaching a higher realm.

They began to train and study harder, hoping to comprehend these heavenly-earthly laws, thereby grasping greater power.

As time passed, the cultivators' strength gradually increased. They not only mastered the use of the sword formation, but also grasped a superficial understanding of some heavenly-earthly laws.

Under Longling's leadership, they began to challenge stronger foes, explore more dangerous places, and seek more treasures and secrets.

In one expedition, they encountered a cultivator at the half-step Myriad Laws Realm.

This cultivator was immensely strong; a single move caused heaven and earth to change color, with wind and thunder surging.

Faced with such a powerful enemy, the cultivators couldn't help but feel a hint of fear.

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However, Longling and the others did not retreat.

They quickly formed the sword formation; the four divine swords emitted dazzling light, forming a strong defensive shield. Although the cultivator's attack was strong, the sword formation's defense was even firmer, actually blocking the opponent's attack.

In the battle, Longling and the others, relying on the power of the sword formation, engaged in fierce confrontation with the cultivator.

Each strike was like a collision between heaven and earth, producing a deafening roar.

The surrounding space was distorted by the battle's aftermath, forming small black holes.

Finally, in a world-shaking showdown, the cultivator was defeated by the power of the sword formation.

His body turned to ashes under the sword formation's attack, leaving only a reluctant roar.

After the battle ended, the cultivators were still filled with lingering fear. They had not imagined that they could actually defeat a half-step Myriad Laws Realm cultivator.

This battle not only gave them a deeper understanding of the sword formation's power, but also boosted their confidence in their own strength.

Longling stood at the center of the battlefield, his eyes flashing with determined light: "Our strength still has great room for improvement. As long as we continue to strive, one day we will be able to grasp more heavenly-earthly laws and become true Myriad Laws Realm cultivators."