Chapter 425

He is the Holy Son of Nine Heavens Grotto-heaven, said to have broken through the peak of Xian Jie and achieved the half-step God Transformation realm.

Countless female cultivators fell for him, to the point that Nine Heavens Grotto-heaven became a place where many fairies vied to get close and show off their charm.

"Gu Qingwan, did you see that?"

"Silver Yang True Person." Lu Yuan leaned close to Gu Qingwan's ear and whispered.

Gu Qingwan's face darkened slightly, she was full of prejudice against Silver Yang True Person.

Her eyes held a hint of coldness, she disdainfully said: "He's just a playboy; why would those female cultivators admire him so?"

Lu Yuan did not answer; he knew Gu Qingwan had some misunderstanding about Silver Yang True Person.

He noticed that Silver Yang True Person's true aura revealed a special feeling, which was completely different from Gu Qingwan's view.

At that moment, a cry of alarm came.

Everyone stopped in their tracks and looked toward the source of the sound.

It turned out to be a female cultivator of high cultivation walking toward the crowd.

"What's going on?"

"How could there be so many female cultivators surrounding Silver Yang True Person?" King Qi asked doubtfully.

Gu Qingwan coldly said: "It seems my prejudice was aimed at the right target."

Lu Yuan frowned; he did not agree with Gu Qingwan's view.

He focused his mind on that female cultivator and discovered she possessed a strong Seven Yin Body aura.

"Everyone, listen to me."

Lu Yuan immediately gathered everyone's attention: "Just now I sensed that the Seven Yin Body was approaching Silver Yang True Person."

Everyone was shocked; the Seven Yin Body is a mysterious existence with immense potential, yet it also brings great danger.

"The Seven Yin Body approaching Silver Yang True Person? That's not good." Lu Yuan frowned. King Qi's brows furrowed slightly; he had received news of a secret realm cultivation quota.

This is a mysterious place—Burning Soul Valley.

Legend says Burning Soul Valley contains endless treasures and extremely high cultivation opportunities, a place many cultivators dream of.

King Qi felt delighted; he knew only a few could obtain the quota for Burning Soul Valley.

This meant he would have a chance to gain greater power, enhancing his status and strength in the Northern Abyss.

However, as soon as the news spread, it immediately attracted many forces vying for it.

Each force dispatched their strongest cultivators to compete for the Burning Soul Valley quota.

Among them were the Red Lotus Sect, Blood Moon Sect and other evil cult forces, as well as some loose cultivators and disciples of other sects.

Crowds flocked in, displaying the precious divine beast "Mother Wandering Dragon" on the square near Vast Void Mountain Villa, attracting many contestants to stop and watch.

The contenders' eyes flashed with jealousy, their gazes fierce as they swept over King Qi.

They longed for the chance to enter Burning Soul Valley, hoping to break through their bottlenecks and raise their cultivation.

But now, seeing that King Qi had already received the quota, they felt resentment and jealousy.

The contenders each stared at King Qi with fierce eyes, as if wanting to devour him.

They knew that defeating King Qi would let them seize the Burning Soul Valley opportunity.

Thus, a tense and oppressive atmosphere pervaded the square of Vast Void Mountain Villa.

At the same time, in another place, King Qi was undergoing the marrow-washing rebirth cultivation of the Northern Dipper Realm.

The Northern Dipper Realm is a realm only a few can enter, containing boundless immortal power and mysteries.

After months of arduous training, King Qi finally felt his inner power begin to transform and sublime.

He felt himself drawing ever closer to the gate of the Northern Dipper Realm, which filled him with greater confidence and anticipation. Lu Yuan sat cross-legged, his body emanating a faint immortal aura.

He was cultivating the "Myriad Things Primordial Body" immortal art, a profound method that could make his body achieve unity with all things.

Inside the Nine Heavens Frost Palace, ice-carved walls reflected clear light, and the air was filled with a cool, pure sensation.

Lu Yuan focused entirely on practicing the technique, trying to fully unblock the subtle connection between himself and nature.

At that moment, Gu Qingwan hurried into the Frost Palace.

She eagerly looked at Lu Yuan and said: "Lu Yuan, Hong Lietian wants to challenge you to a duel!"

"He has been waiting outside for a long time."

This news startled Lu Yuan.

Hong Lietian is the Sect Leader of the Youhun Sect, skilled in using evil Necromancy.

He never misses a chance to challenge, and now he actually came to Lu Yuan for a duel.

"Hong Lietian? Why does he want to duel me?" Lu Yuan furrowed his brows in thought.

Gu Qingwan said solemnly: "I heard it's because you obtained the Burning Soul Valley quota at Vast Void Mountain Villa, and Hong Lietian wants to seize it."

"He sent word that if you can defeat him, the Burning Soul Valley quota will be yours."

Lu Yuan fell silent for a moment.

Burning Soul Valley is extremely important to him, but dueling such a nefarious figure as the Youhun Sect Sect Leader is an adventure.

Gu Qingwan looked at Lu Yuan with worry and softly said: "I suggest you leave this place first to avoid unnecessary conflict."

"The Youhun Sect is powerful, and Hong Lietian's methods are not something we can handle."

Just then, Su Liyan and King Qi also arrived.

Su Liyan said anxiously: "Lu Yuan, we also think you shouldn't clash with Hong Lietian."

"He is the Sect Leader of the Youhun Sect, his strength is not trivial."

King Qi looked at Lu Yuan, took a deep breath, and said: "Although I know you have the strength to oppose Hong Lietian, we must weigh the pros and cons."

"After all, the duel is just for a quota."

Lu Yuan silently nodded.

He understood everyone's concerns and advice, and did not insist on fighting Hong Lietian.

Just as everyone let out a sigh of relief, Hong Lietian appeared at the entrance of the Ice Frost Hall, exuding a chilling aura.

His face was grim, his eyes filled with mockery and contempt.

"Lu Yuan, you're just a junior who got the Burning Soul Valley quota by luck—what right do you have to enjoy such an opportunity?"

"Hand over the quota and retreat!" Hong Lietian shouted sternly.

Lu Yuan stared at Hong Lietian with determined eyes, "I won't back down. Since you've come looking for me, get ready to accept my challenge."

Gu Qingwan, Su Liyan, and King Qi appeared beside Lu Yuan, together expressing their firm support for him.

Even though the Youhun Sect is powerful, they will not abandon their comrades.

Hong Lietian snorted coldly, taking out a black talisman from his bosom, "You think just because you have the Burning Soul Valley quota you can oppose me? Take a look at this!"

He flung the talisman into the air, and instantly a thick evil aura spread, enveloping the entire Ice Frost Hall. A hint of disdain flickered in Hong Lietian's eyes as he looked at Lu Yuan and sneered, "You're just a beginner cultivator—do you really dare to oppose me?"

"You'd better not regret it."

As his voice fell, the Demon-Breaking Golden Wheel spun in his hand, releasing an immense power fluctuation.

Lu Yuan took a step forward, gripping the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword. (End of chapter)