Chapter 501: Just luck, that's all

I am here only to remind you all that this is not something you can casually covet.

Upon hearing this, everyone stepped back one after another.

They had long coveted the value of the Nine Turn Golden Body Wheel, but facing the Snow Shadow Sword Maiden's oppressive and deterrent power, no one dared to raise any objection.

Snow Shadow Sword Maiden looked at Lu Yuan and Long Tianyang on the stage, "You two cultivators have considerable strength, but have you understood the true meaning of the cultivation world?"

"It is certainly important to obtain treasures through strength, but whether one can find what they truly need within them is the most crucial."

Lu Yuan felt a jolt in his heart, and he stared silently at Snow Shadow Sword Maiden.

He finally realized that he could no longer treat cultivation merely as a competitive match, but should instead deeply comprehend the principles it contains.

Long Tianyang looked at Snow Shadow Sword Maiden and felt a powerful and unique aura emanating from her.

He decided to step back in the competition for the Nine Turn Golden Body Wheel, wanting to delve deeper into the mysteries of the cultivation world. After the contest for the Nine Turn Golden Body Wheel ended, Lu Yuan and Long Tianyang left the stage and walked from the crowd toward the points exchange hall of the Te Xun Ying.

This is a spacious and bright hall, with its walls filled with various treasures and immortal materials.

Lu Yuan gazed at the dazzling array of items before him, and a thought of challenge arose in his heart.

He approached a row of display cases, inside which lay glittering immortal materials emitting a mysterious light.

Some sparkled with multicolored crystals, while others exuded a faint magical aura as medicinal pills.

Lu Yuan pondered silently for a moment, then shifted his gaze to the artifacts displayed on the opposite side of the case.

There were displayed several swords, staffs, armors, and various other artifacts.

Although he already possessed a top-tier artifact like the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword, he increasingly hoped to collect more powerful weapons to enhance his combat strength.

However, while Lu Yuan hesitated, he noticed a soul crystal core on the topmost layer of the display case.

This crystal core emitted a pale blue light, seemingly containing boundless mysterious power.

Lu Yuan was quite interested in soul cultivation, knowing that the strength of one's soul is crucial for a cultivator.

If he could obtain this soul crystal core, he believed his soul power would be significantly enhanced.

Having made his decision, Lu Yuan immediately went to the exchange counter and paid with his accumulated points for the soul crystal core.

As he picked up the crystal core, he felt a chilling killing intent emanating from it, and his heart involuntarily surged with excitement.

"Lu Yuan."

A low, familiar voice sounded.

Lu Yuan turned his head and saw Snow Shadow Sword Maiden watching him from not far away.

Her eyes shone with admiration, "You have performed remarkably well in the martial contest."

"Thank you for the praise."

Lu Yuan smiled slightly, "These rewards are also not bad; I will use them to improve my strength."

Snow Shadow Sword Maiden nodded, "Seize the opportunity well; if possible, you may get to see a broader world of the cultivation realm."

Lu Yuan's heart stirred instantly; this was the cultivation world he had long yearned for.

He resolved not to disappoint expectations, to cultivate diligently, and to strive for a deeper exploration of its mysteries. Lu Yuan left the points exchange hall holding that soul crystal core, his heart full of anticipation.

He decided first to find a quiet place to cultivate, integrating this soul crystal core into his own soul to sense its power.

Thus, Lu Yuan came to the most luxurious location within the Te Xun Ying—the Heavenly Feast Pavilion.

It is a spacious and bright hall, with luxurious and elegant décor.

The entire space is suffused with a faint immortal aura, making people feel comfortable and at peace.

Lu Yuan entered the Heavenly Feast Pavilion and saw all kinds of delicacies laid out inside.

All manner of immortal realm specialty dishes and rare delicacies were available.

A cultivator busily stood at the counter, serving customers their ordered dishes.

Lu Yuan found a window-side seat and sat down, overlooking the entire Heavenly Feast Pavilion.

He saw cultivators chatting and laughing, interacting warmly, and his heart involuntarily rose with a hint of joy and warmth.

He ordered a specialty dish and a cup of renowned immortal realm tea from the attendant.

Moments later, the dishes were brought before Lu Yuan, and the fragrance of the immortal realm delicacies assailed his nostrils.

He tasted a bite, and the delicious flavor filled his tongue and stomach.

As Lu Yuan was immersed in enjoying the food, a senior cultivator walked over and sat beside him.

"Lu Yuan, I've heard you performed outstandingly in the competition, yet you have already reached the fourth turn of the Nine Turn Golden Body Wheel—truly one of the most gifted cultivators in the Te Xun Ying." said the senior cultivator.

Lu Yuan raised his head and looked at the senior cultivator before him.

He felt that the other's solemn gaze carried a hint of appreciation and expectation.

"Thank you for the praise."

Lu Yuan smiled and said, "I am just lucky."

"Luck is certainly important, but your strength and talent are unmatched."

The senior cultivator continued, "Your generation of young cultivators is a tremendous hope for the Te Xun Ying."

"We expect you to become truly powerful beings in the future."

Lu Yuan nodded, his heart filled with a sense of responsibility.

"I will strive not to disappoint everyone's expectations," he said solemnly.

The conversation shifted, and they began to discuss the path of cultivation and the development of the Te Xun Ying.

In his interaction with the senior cultivator, he lost track of time, becoming intoxicated in this warm and hopeful atmosphere.

Gradually, the Heavenly Feast Pavilion was brightly lit, with cultivators gathering together to eat, drink, and converse freely.

Lu Yuan watched this scene, his heart swelling with joy and a sense of belonging. Lu Yuan entered secluded cultivation in the Black Tortoise Hall of the Te Xun Ying.

Under his devout prayer, spiritual energy surged throughout the hall, transforming into a radiant divine light that enveloped him.

Lu Yuan gradually entered the realm of divine wandering, feeling his soul power surge tumultuously within his body.

He seemed to stand in a boundless, vast starry sky, his body and mind as if merging with the universe.

At that moment, a blurry figure appeared before Lu Yuan.

That blurry figure wore a black robe, making it hard to see its appearance and identity.

"Who are you?" Lu Yuan asked warily.

The blurry figure shook its head slightly: "I am the guardian of the Netherworld Overlord Sword, guiding cultivators in this Divine Wander Realm to experience the power of supreme arts."

Before Lu Yuan's eyes appeared a sword exuding icy coldness: the Netherworld Overlord Sword.

"Netherworld Overlord Sword?" he exclaimed in shock.

"Exactly."

The blurry figure nodded: "This sword contains boundless power, and only the right person can touch it."

"And you, Lu Yuan, have the potential to become that right person."

Hearing this, a surge of impulse rose in Lu Yuan's heart.

He reached out his hand and gradually touched the Netherworld Overlord Sword.

Instantly, a powerful and ancient aura emanated from the sword, as if awakening a slumbering giant beast. (End of chapter)