Furthermore, after reaching the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains, the divine marvels of the Human Dao that bolster us are far less intense than they are in the Central Earth region.

The True Venerables must fully confront those Evil Ancestor Demon Venerables and may not have time to safeguard us. There are also top-notch beings among the Demonic Evil Cultivators, so fellow Daoists should be extra cautious." Qi Xiu gently reminded with a faint smile.

The Hundred Thousand Great Mountains are the stronghold of the Demonic Evil Cultivators.

Although Demonic Evil Cultivators are seen as barbarians by the Human Race, it does not mean they are weak or lazy individuals. He believes that among the vast numbers of Demonic Evil Cultivators, there must be existences no less than the Human Clan's geniuses.

Therefore, this journey to the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains, while exciting and exhilarating, also calls for heightened vigilance.

"Qi is right. Before departing, my adoptive father also instructed that on this journey to the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains, we should prioritize safety and avoid minor losses that could lead to major setbacks."

The speaker emerged from the crowd, clad in thin attire, with striking eyes and a dignified, handsome appearance, stepping forward to Qi Xiu.

"I am Xu Qing. Qi's reputation precedes you, and hearing about you does not disappoint after seeing you today."

Gazing at the young man standing in front of him, Qi Xiu was slightly taken aback, then slowly got up and cupped his hands.

"Xu Qing? You must be the foremost disciple of the Sword Master?"

"Not daring to claim being the foremost, I merely entered the mentor's school a bit earlier," Xu Qing responded modestly, waving his hand.

Xu Qing.

The first disciple of the present Supreme Sect Leader, Qinglian Sword Venerable, as well as his adopted son.

He is also the Third Elder of Qinglian Sword Venerable.

Before Qi Xiu emerged out of nowhere and shocked the world, Xu Qing was publicly acknowledged as the number one among the younger generation.

Early on, there were many enthusiasts who compared Qi Xiu with Xu Qing, wanting to see who was the true number one among the True Monarchs.

However, as Xu Qing had reclusively focused on studying the Sword Dao over the past two hundred years, the practice world saw him infrequently.

Meanwhile, Qi Xiu's increasingly exaggerated battle achievements brought him renown around the world, gradually replacing this former number one, becoming the current number one among the younger generation.

As the new and old number one True Monarchs meet face to face, the surrounding observers' eyes ignited with the flames of gossip.

Calmly observing the foremost disciple of the Sword Master in front of him, a hint of purple flashed in Qi Xiu's eyes briefly.

Under the special vision of Observing Qi Skill, the foremost disciple's aura was restrained, like a treasured sword enclosed within its sheath, showing no hint of sharpness. 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺

His cultivation is remarkable; even my Observing Qi Skill cannot discern even a slight fluctuation of his energy levels. His cultivation has reached the quintessence, near the path of returning to simplicity.

At this moment, Xu Qing, opposite Qi Xiu, was also sizing up this now-famous Hunyuan Myriad Laws True Monarch.

Great skill seems clumsy, perfectly harmonious.

This person's profound cultivation is unparalleled through the ages. No wonder he could suppress a hundred Demon Kings and Demon Lords single-handedly.

By cultivation alone, I am far inferior to him.

After this initial examination, both the new and old number one True Monarchs felt the unfathomable strength of their counterpart.

Especially Xu Qing.

Qi Xiu's Hunyuan Myriad Laws Immortal Body is now nearly perfected, with divine luster inwardly concealed and ten thousand laws unified as one.

This natural grandeur in all his gestures has only been seen in some Primordial Spirit Realm seniors, yet today it's witnessed again in this Hunyuan Myriad Laws True Monarch, who is only at the Dao Body Realm.

How could this not shock his heart?

"Qi, your cultivation is astonishing through the ages. You truly deserve the title of the number one True Monarch." Xu Qing slowly raised his hand, smiling as he cupped his hands toward Qi Xiu, openly admitting his inferiority in the astonished gazes of other True Monarchs of the Dao Body.

"Mr. Xu is too modest. I merely have a special practice-line that takes the lead.

Mr. Xu embodies sword intent deeply into his bones and soul; once unleashed, it would surely shake the heavens and earth. If it were to come to battling skills, I surely am not better than Mr. Xu." In response to Xu Qing's courteous hand gesture trying to concede the number one position, Qi Xiu also smiled.

"I perceive that Qi also has surging sword intent within, perhaps associating with the Sword Dao?"

"Mr. Xu has keen eyes. By chance, I once obtained a volume of Taibai Sword Sect's great tome. However, my talent in the Sword Dao is not high, thus merely serving as Dao Embodiment.

Having encountered Mr. Xu today, there are a few confusing points in my heart. May I ask for your guidance?"

"Not at all, a mutual exchange of pointers."

"Please."

"Please."

Ha?

Is this it?

Aren't they going to fight?

Watching Qi Xiu and Xu Qing begin to exchange and spar over the Sword Dao like old friends after just a few words, the Dao Body True Monarchs beside them, who had been widening their eyes in anticipation of a good show, felt slightly disappointed and thought it a pity.

"Tsk tsk tsk, why only talk? Such a great opportunity, why not fully engage and teach him a lesson..."

Before Hu Tianzong could finish his words, he felt two tangible gazes fall upon him.

"Mr. Hu, if you enjoy sparring so much, Mr. Xu would be pleased to accompany you."

"So would I."

Qi Xiu and Xu Qing turned around slowly, smiling as they looked at Hu Tianzong.

One person exuded a myriad of colors, vast like the sea, with countless Taoist Skill phenomena flickering, full of mysterious waves!

The other had Sword Intent soaring to the sky, with deadly murderous aura shaking the void into cracks, extremely terrifying!

"I thank both your families, alright."

With an eye roll, knowing these two were teasing him, Hu Tianzong tightened his Crimson Great Cloak, snorted lightly, and turned away.

Between the Central Earth and the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains lies an Endless Sea.

Originally, to cross it, even a Primordial Spirit True Honor would take several days, but under the full speed of the All Heavens Star Universe Black Shuttle, the Human Race's mighty figures arrived at the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains in just half a day.

Under the dark horizon, the boundless demon aura and magical barrier surged like thick, heavy dark clouds.

Within this terrifying magical barrier, an endless mountain range stood majestically as if ancient, colossal gods and demons had awoken from the past.

Each mountain peak resembled the body of a demonic creature, magnificent and grand.

The terrain was precipitous, with rugged rocks, exuding a chilling, sinister aura.

These mountains were connected, stretching endlessly, seemingly without end.

From afar, the endless mountain range looked like a slumbering giant dragon, winding and coiling over the earth, its oppressive feeling indescribable, like a heavy mountain pressing upon one's heart, leaving a person breathless.

The sound of the wind roared like the howling of demons; clouds and mist swirled as if evil spirits were dancing.

The entire mountain range was filled with turbid, dim atmospheres, where the powers of demons gathered.

This place is the lair of the Demonic Evil Cultivators of the entire Tianyuan Main Realm — the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains.

Peering through the All Heavens Star Universe Black Shuttle at the boundless mountains symbolizing the Demon Nation, a grave expression appeared on the faces of the Dao Body True Monarchs.

"I used to think the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains was just a symbolic name, but it turns out it is literally so." With a grin, Hu Tianzong scratched his head.

Looking at it now, there might be more than a hundred thousand peaks in this Demon Nation.

The Hundred Thousand Great Mountains, mentioned countless times in books and by elders, were now right in front of their eyes. The younger generation of True Monarchs took a deep breath.

This decisive battle, though mainly fought by the Primordial Spirit bosses,

they also had to delve into this Demon Nation, using the Divine Marvels of the Human Dao on themselves to slay as many Demonic Evil Cultivators as possible, in order to gain feedback from the Human Dao and accumulate a foundation for stepping onto the Primordial Spirit Great Path.

Now that the Calamity has begun, it is both a disaster and a blessing.

Without the suppression of the Heavenly Dao, the opportunity to achieve the Primordial Spirit Great Path has multiplied countless times, with countless more chances.

If they can seize this opportunity,

many of them will likely have the chance to comprehend the Ultimate Dao.

"Fellow Daoists, according to the True Venerables' deployment, once we enter the depths of the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains, these All Heavens Star Universe Black Shuttles will disperse and send us out to commence this decisive battle.

Remember, securing oneself is the priority, and ensuring one's survival is fundamental.

This filthy barbarian land cannot bury our pure bodies.

Fellow Daoists, let's return together, please take care!"

As Xu Qing spoke, the Dao Body True Monarchs showed solemn expressions, raising their hands in salute, saying in unison:

"Together we come, together we return, please take care!"

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