Cangwu Mountain stood tall in the air, stretching beyond the sky. Its majestic and ancient body exuded purple divine light and qi like a sacred mountain from ancient times.

In front of the mountain stood countless cultivators. They all had blazing eyes as they stared at the Ancient Dao Lantern Tree on the mountainside.

The trunk that was as thick and strong as a dragon’s body seemed to be cast from bronze. The branches resembled sharp swords and blades as they extended in all directions. There were over a thousand bronze flower buds dispersed across the branches, spewing out sacred light like flames raining down.

Undoubtedly, this was an unparalleled opportunity.

It was unprecedented.

It was rare!

Boom!

A genius talent launched into action. It was Sha Liuchan—the young master of the Ocean Shark Clan. His monstrous blood-colored qi rushed up from his body as he somersaulted through the air.

Everyone immediately noticed the mysterious prohibition barrier rippling like a light screen, obstructing people from approaching.

Buzz!

However, as Sha Liuchan neared it, the light screen bloomed with bright dao light and enveloped Sha Liuchan within it.

Then, another unbelievable scene followed. Sha Liuchan miraculously shrank in size until he was as small as an ant, and a beam of dao light transported him onto Cangwu Mountain, where he could no longer be seen.

All cultivators gasped in astonishment.

“Xumi Mustard Seed?” Lin Xun’s expression changed strangely.

It was a kind of supreme divine power that could transform the power of space and time and store a world into a single leaf or flower.

Lin Xun had once come across such a mysterious ability on the unfathomable Fangchun Mountain after entering the Deva Secret Realm in the Return Dominion.

At the time, a lotus flower bloomed like a lantern and illuminated the universe, and within the lotus flower housed a true ancient relic—Fangchun Mountain!

Lin Xun just did not expect to witness the supreme ability again before Cangwu Mountain!

It seems like a true almighty Saint has once resided on this mountain…

“Let’s go!”

The area had already plunged into chaos with genius talents scrambling to be the first to reach Cangwu Mountain.

Li Qinghuan from the Cangming Sect, Wu Duanya from the Dark Sun Sect, Zhuo Kuanglan from the Feather Sword Sect and Lu Jiuge, the fifth crown prince from the Fire Crow Clan...

Rays of light repeatedly shot across the sky like divine rainbows, drawing exclamations from the spectators again and again.

Before long, Lei Qianjun from the Great Desolate Lightning Clan and Qing Lian’er, the saintess of the Blue Luan Clan, also soared into the sky and set off.

“Oh? That guy indeed came.” Lin Xun caught a glimpse of a familiar figure—Fang Linhan, the successor from the Eight Extremes Blade Temple.

He was as arrogant and full of himself as always, swaggering across the air with his long black hair fluttering around him and a wide blade strapped to his back like he owned the world.

However, Lin Xun’s expression soon turned a little awkward mixed with guilt and he retracted his gaze.

It turned out that Ji Xingyao, the saintess of the Unsolved Mystery Sword Alms, had also come.

She was dressed in a plain dress, but her aura was as cold as snow. She looked like a fairy descending from the sky with her slender and graceful figure and ethereal beauty.

Instantly, all eyes gathered on her, staring at her with admiration, lust, and fanaticism.

Even if Ji Xingyao was without her mask this time, Lin Xun still recognized her with one glance. She was the prideful girl whom he faced off against before.

“I must not run into her this time...” he muttered to himself.

Then, there was another uproar in the audience. Lin Xun quickly looked up to see a young man appearing beside Ji Xingyao.

The young man was very eye-catching. Not only was he very handsome, but he also had a tall and elegant figure and exuded confidence, like a radiant sun shining in every direction.

“Isn’t that Yu Lingkong from the Longevity Land in the South Wonder World? He is indeed extraordinary!”

“I heard that there is a Saint in the Yu Clan, and Yu Lingkong is also blessed by the heavens. He is born with extraordinary talent, and his status in the South Wonder World rivals that of Fairy Ji.”

“Look, he and Fairy Ji are a perfect match. Perhaps, only a peerless figure such as Yu Lingkong is worthy of a saintess like Fairy Ji.”

Everyone sighed with envy and admiration.

“Is he Yu Lingkong?” Lin Xun narrowed his eyes. Even he had to admit that he was perfect whether it was in terms of appearance, bearing, and mannerism.

Adding to that, he had a remarkable background, transcendent status and outstanding cultivation base.

It was no wonder that a dazzling character like him would attract so much attention.

However, Lin Xun’s attention was drawn to the item in Yu Lingkong’s hand—a Saint treasure—Longevity Hall!

I must be extra careful if I have to face off against him at the Dao Lantern Festival.

Lin Xun also suspected that peerless figures such as Ji Xingyao, Lei Qianjun and Mu Jianting likely have many powerful trump cards and killing weapons in their hands.

Bai Fengliu suddenly whispered, “Little Brother Lin, quickly look! The successors from the Miluo Palace are also here. You have to be careful of the girl in the purple dress. From what I heard, she isn’t an ordinary person. She has an extremely mysterious background and is said to be related to the legendary Celestial Phoenix Clan!”

Lin Xun lifted his head and saw a group of handsome men and beautiful women, all seemingly extremely extraordinary.

𝒻𝑟𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝑛𝘰𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮

Especially the maiden in the purple dress who headed the group. She might not be breathtakingly beautiful, but she was extremely graceful. She had flawless, creamy skin that glowed like a crystal, and she exuded a uniquely pure and elegant aura. She was like an orchid from a secluded and tranquil valley.

She’s connected with the Celestial Phoenix Bloodline?

Lin Xun quivered inwardly. The Celestial Phoenix was a legend-like clan with an unimaginably terrifying and powerful background in ancient times.

“I believe she’s called Luo Jia. The successors from the Miluo Palace all call her Senior Sister Luo Jia, so she must have an extremely well-respected status within the Miluo Palace.”

“Established in the Earth Emperor World, Miluo Palace is very mysterious, and it has been almost isolated from the world for thousands of years. We seldom hear any news about them. Since their successors showed up at the Dao Lantern Festival this time, we can speculate that they most likely are after a great blessing,” Bai Fengliu quickly analyzed.

Although this old man is shameless, I have to admit that he’s amazing when it comes to information and news.

“Lin Xun, let’s act now.” Yue Jianming couldn’t hold back anymore.

Lin Xun nodded. “Okay, let’s set off.”

Shua! Shua!

Immediately, the two sped into the sky and rushed towards Cangwu Mountain in the distance.

“Remember that if you seize any treasures, you must give me a share!” Bai Fengliu yelled at the top of his voice, drawing contemptuous glances from the nearby cultivators.

“Demon God Lin is also taking action!”

Meanwhile, Lin Xun’s movements caught the attention of many cultivators.

“Rumors are circulating everywhere that he possesses great treasures, including an unrivaled Saint treasure. Now that he has entered Cangwu Mountain, many people will target him out of greed and his situation could become very bad!”

“Hey, let’s wait and see how Demon God Lin will resolve this disaster. I doubt he can walk out of Cangwu Mountain alive.”

“Do you mean that Demon God Lin will likely meet with an accident at this Dao Lantern Festival?”

“Do you need to ask?”

There were endless discussions among the spectators.

Bai Fengliu’s heart sank. The storm targeting Lin Xun will inevitably come after all.

……

Buzz!

As Lin Xun approached the light screen that stretched across the sky, his vision blurred and mysterious power enveloped his body. Then, the scenery seemed to be distorting, and the world seemed to be shifting before his eyes like he was traveling through time.

With a swoosh, his figure vanished from the spot.

That was the supreme power of the Xumi Mustard Seed. Cangwu Mountain might be just in front of them, but even a true Saint would fail to get close to the mysterious prohibition light screen.

After a few minutes.

Geniuses disappeared one after another, but the atmosphere did not die because of that.

On the contrary, a large crowd of cultivators waited patiently.

Most of those cultivators came to watch as onlookers, but some were the elders and masters of those genius figures or families and friends.

For example, Granny Jin He, members of the Zhongli Clan, the Ocean Shark Clan, and the Blue Luan Clan. Many influential figures from the ancient sects were also waiting patiently.

“Since ancient times, anyone who wants to reach the Ancient Dao Lantern Tree will have to pass five tests. Those who fail will be teleported back here.”

“The first test is to enter the Reverse Five Elements Secret Realm in Cangwu Mountain. Only those who can survive there for ten days will be eligible to take the next test.”

“There are at least tens of thousands of genius figures from all over the West Infinity World taking part in the Dao Lantern Festival. This event can be called a gathering of stars. But how many can pass all five tests in the end and reach the Ancient Dao Lantern Tree?”

The cultivators of the older generation analyzed.

“Our experience with the previous Dao Lantern Festival can’t be applied this time. The Great Age is coming and Cangwu Mountain has undergone shocking changes. Just the number of lantern flower buds on the Ancient Dao Lantern Tree alone is already different from that in the past.”

Granny Jin He suddenly said aloud, “It can be predicted that anyone who successfully arrives under the sacred tree and not be eliminated will more or less obtain some blessings.”

Everyone’s eyes flashed, and they fell into deep thought.

“The event has only just begun. From the outside world, it is impossible to see how the assessment is progressing in Cangwu Mountain now. We will only know how many people obtain unprecedented blessings when they pass the five tests and reach the Ancient Dao Lantern Tree.”

Granny Jin He said indifferently, “Everyone, just wait patiently.”