Chapter 484: A fleeting glimpse!

"We are ordered to escort Miss Nangong on her path. Once Miss Nangong enters the Unity stage, we will naturally depart."

One of the women spoke with an indifferent expression, as if she were stating something unrelated to herself. "In the future, while we cultivate on the outskirts of Dongxuan Immortal Island, Miss Nangong can command us in any matter."

Upon hearing this, Mo Fuyang and Little Chi were both taken aback. What does this mean?!

Little Chi had not been involved in this matter; it was managed by Mo Fuyang and Song Heng. It was utterly shocked—Shi Jianbai had made such a grand gesture, sending five Unity True Lords!

Mo Fuyang secretly swallowed a mouthful of saliva. Even though he practiced the Five Elements immortal path, the Unity stage was still a realm beyond his reach. To have these five delivered just like that made him feel as if he were dreaming.

Little Crane's eyes were clear as she nodded gently. "Thank you, seniors. I understand."

Behind this matter was a transaction with her eldest brother. Those two items must be extremely important to them, so much so that even her brother's family needed to be well-protected.

She shifted her tone, her voice ethereal. "May I know how to address you, seniors?"

"Wild Gold."

"Wild Water."

"Wild Fire."

"Wild Earth."

The five spoke one by one. The woman named Wild Wood said coldly, "Miss Nangong can call us by our names. From now on, our lives are yours."

The other four nodded emphatically, lacking the demeanor of seniors, their eyes calm and revealing nothing.

Little Crane was momentarily speechless. She knew the academy's rules were much more relaxed than those of sects, not overly restricting freedom. One could listen to any elder or expert's teachings, never confined to a single lineage.

"Alright."

She nodded lightly and looked toward Luoshuang and the others. "Let's go."

Everyone nodded in response and began moving toward the stone bridge. The five Unity True Lords walked at the rear, exuding an imposing aura that warned strangers to keep their distance.

At first glance, one couldn't tell which family's young lady was traveling with such grandeur.

Some of the human youths nearby couldn't help but cast their gazes over, but their attention wasn't on the five Unity True Lords; it was on the girl at the front!

She wore a gentle white dress with a landscape motif, graceful and noble, exuding a pure and transcendent aura. Her ethereal eyes drew people in involuntarily.

It felt like a gentle breeze brushing one's face, making one forget all worries, as if merging with the heavens and earth, a naturally harmonious presence. Such a temperament was both outstanding and captivating.

On another stone bridge, a man with an extraordinary presence glanced over at Nangong Heling in the distance, then glanced again...

A fleeting glimpse!

His pupils slightly widened, and he said with a calm demeanor, "I wonder which clan that young lady belongs to. She seems to be someone entering Dongxuan Dao Academy as well. At a glance, she appears to have exceptional talent, a formidable opponent."

Behind the man was a large group of people. Though he had retracted his gaze, his peripheral vision unconsciously drifted back to her. He had never seen a girl with such appearance and temperament before!

The people behind him were slightly surprised. Could the young master discern someone's talent at a glance? When did he acquire this ability...

However, they nodded lightly. This young lady indeed had an extraordinary temperament, especially with the five Unity True Lords from the Wild Vein Clan following her, indicating an unusual background.

"Young master, the academy welcomes young talents from all over Xuanwei Heaven. This young lady is just one among them. Her origins are unclear for now, but she might be from the Great Desolate."

"Unlikely. The Great Desolate couldn't produce a girl with such temperament. If she enters the academy, I must make her acquaintance."

"Haha, young master has good taste."

An elder behind him smiled kindly. "The family head also wishes for you to make friends with fellow Daoists at the academy. Those who enter the academy will surely have significant achievements in the immortal path."

Upon hearing the family head mentioned, the man's expression turned serious, and he no longer looked at Nangong Heling.

He had finally come out, and if he failed at Dongxuan Dao Academy, he would become the laughingstock of all the clans, unable to lift his head for a lifetime!

Dongxuan Dao Academy welcomes disciples from all over the world, but the conditions are quite strict. The minimum cultivation level required is the Divine Transformation phase. If you can't manipulate the world's energy, you might not even understand the teachings of powerful experts.

However, the highest level allowed is also the Divine Transformation phase. Manipulating the world's energy is just the most basic threshold, but surpassing the Divine Transformation phase means you've missed the best time to enter the academy for cultivation, and they won't accept you.

The second threshold is the talent of spiritual roots, an insurmountable hurdle in the world of immortals.

While it's not entirely accurate to say that spiritual roots only determine the lower limit and not the upper limit of a cultivator's potential, no one has the energy to consider how far you can cultivate with low-grade Five Elements roots. This is the Dao Academy, not a place for casual cultivation. The Heavenly Spirit Root and top-grade Five Elements roots are the minimum requirements.

If you haven't reached this level, there's no need to waste time here. The rules are quite transparent.

Of course, exceptions are made for those with connections. At least their elders have worked hard, so naturally, they can bless their descendants, and no one will object.

However, cultivation is heavily reliant on comprehension and talent. Forcing your way into the academy can be a painful experience, as you won't fully understand those exceptionally talented disciples and can only rely on networking.

For example: "Fellow Daoist, I greatly admire you. If I can't enter the Dao Palace, after leaving the academy, come work for my family. We share a bond as fellow Daoists, and I will certainly look after you in the future..."

Though such oddities exist, they are rare.

The world of immortals lacks successors, and without powerful individuals, legacies can quickly be severed, and family fortunes can be lost even faster.

So-called second-generation heirs are almost impossible to find in this grand world. Strength and wisdom must be possessed in some measure, or you might be killed by your own clan elders before anyone else can make a move.

However, if you've previously ranked on the list of prodigies, you can enter the academy unconditionally, as they see great potential in these individuals.

Of course, there are also beings in the Qi cultivation phase who cultivate at the academy, preparing to challenge the Dao Palace in the future. They are the foundation of the academy's enduring legacy, rarely revealing themselves to the public, as they have their own world.

As Little Crane and the others stepped onto the stone bridge, their speed increased, and the scenery in their eyes constantly changed. Mountains and rivers flashed before their eyes with every breath, yet their pace never quickened.

This feeling was too peculiar, and Little Chi was visibly uneasy.

Especially the giant immortal statue, which seemed anything but simple, as if it could awaken at any moment.

Such a feeling had a significant impact on one's Dao heart. The power of Dongxuan Immortal Island was beyond comprehension, so it was best to remain humble.

Half an hour later.

Their view changed again, revealing a vast domain. The sky was filled with solemn and majestic green pillars, standing tall in mid-air, as if rooted there.

At this moment, a powerful voice rang out:

"Sister Heling, I've been waiting for you here for quite some time. However, the day of Brother Chen's return draws nearer, making it a double celebration."

Mo Ye Han suddenly appeared in the domain, one hand behind his back, dressed in luxurious clothing, exuding nobility.

Yet his expression remained unchanged, still like an iceberg. His gaze swept across, causing many of the protective experts to lower their heads, not daring to meet his eyes.

The current Dao Child of Dongxuan Dao Academy, Mo Ye Han!