Legend of Swordsman

Chapter 6489: There’s Life

They were all heaven-defying existences.

There were nearly a hundred Dao Lords, each possessing divine power of at least one hundred thousand units.

As for the Universe Masters, they were unknown, forming the absolute core of the Sacred Sect.

Among them were several Great Realm Kings of the Eight Tribulations level.

With such strength, they were able to firmly maintain their reputation as the First Sacred Sect.

The Dao Enlightenment Pavilion laid the foundation for the future of these powerful beings.

Because within the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion, the true teachings left behind by past sages were all cultivation insights accumulated over countless years. How could it not inspire longing in others?

While Jian Wushuang was observing his surroundings, a black figure suddenly got flung out from within.

It was none other than Gui Yun, and his terrifying figure made everyone around freeze for a moment before they realized what was happening.

“Enemy attack!”

“Someone has broken into the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion! Quickly report to the Sect Master!”

“Activate the sect’s protective formation!”

Jian Wushuang hadn’t expected Gui Yun to be kicked out and appear so openly, which made him even more curious about the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion.

He strolled casually into the pavilion, completely ignoring the chaotic disciples of the Yuanling Sect around him.

Before entering, he didn’t forget to collect Gui Yun into the Nine Prison Pagoda.

But all of this was invisible to outsiders.

After he entered the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion, Chen Qingling also appeared outside the pavilion.

Her cold eyes carefully examined the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion and the entire Sacred Mountain, personally manipulating the grand formation.

She didn’t sense any other aura.

However, the remnants of Gui Yun’s aura still lingered.

This meant that the intruder not only entered the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion but also left effortlessly.

Either the opponent’s strength was terrifyingly immense, possibly reaching the Universe God level or even higher, or there was a traitor within the sect who had shielded this mysterious powerhouse.

Chen Qingling glanced at the crowd that had gathered.

She didn’t say much but did think of Jian Wushuang. However, she doubted he had the ability for something like this.

She then turned to the Sect Master and bowed. “I believe this matter doesn’t need to be publicized…”

“Oh?” The new Sect Master, Cai Tianyuan, was slightly surprised but then nodded in understanding.

Next to him, the Great Elder showed no expression. His old face, full of wrinkles, and his colorless eyes appeared completely hollow.

But inside, his thoughts were swirling madly.

“What is happening?”

“Could it be that the Imperial Dynasty had arranged for someone else to infiltrate Yuanling Sect?”

The Great Elder had countless speculations running through his mind, but none of them showed on his face.

Soon, the incident was suppressed, and the upper echelons reinforced their defenses.

At the same time, they secretly began recalling the powerful beings who were out training back to Chaos City.

In the shadows, the sound of secretive discussions grew louder.

But none of this concerned Jian Wushuang.

After entering the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion, Jian Wushuang began browsing through the cultivation insights left behind.

Each insight contained the complete life journey of a Dao Lord who defied the heavens.

Through these records, Jian Wushuang felt as though he was witnessing the lives of these individuals.

“Dao title: Piaoxue.”

“Successor, if you are reading my enlightenment, you are likely at the limits of the Dao Lord level. Remember, merging with the Dao is never the true barrier for a strong individual. It is the fear in your heart!”

Reading these words, Jian Wushuang smiled slightly.

Although these insights were of little use to him, seeing the life experiences of these outstanding figures reminded him of his former self.

He, too, had once left behind his own enlightenment.

At that time, he was still in the Qishen Temple, and the greatest threat wasn’t yet Miesheng.

Back then… there were so many memories.

But as the most brilliant Dao Lord of that era, his path had always been resolute.

Just like this Dao Lord called Piaoxue.

Through the Origin Source, Jian Wushuang could sense that this individual had already perished.

They had fallen at the stage of merging with the Dao.

For Dao Lords who defied the heavens, the difficulty of merging with the Dao was such that even a Universe Master would shake their head.

After reviewing the insights of one Dao Lord after another, Jian Wushuang’s greatest realization was fearlessness!

That sense of fearlessness reignited a small spark of light within the heart he had long hidden away.

A surge of hot blood coursed through him, bringing clarity to his mind.

He ascended to the second floor.

As he passed through the light curtain, an overwhelming pressure from the Dao of an Emperor instantly descended upon him.

Naturally, Jian Wushuang blocked it with ease.

It was only then that he began to inquire with Hei Qiu about what had transpired since they entered the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion.

Since entering, he had only sensed two auras, both at the quasi-Universe God level, which shouldn’t have posed much trouble for Hei Qiu.

“Master, don’t be fooled by the aura of the true spirit here. It contains life; it’s not just a spiritual entity!”

Hei Qiu spoke with a hint of agitation. After entering the pavilion, he had headed straight for the third floor. The true spirit and formation spirit here posed little threat to him. However, when he tried to take the cultivation insights left by Jiang Haichao, a different formation had forcefully ejected him.

With just a light touch, the formation had thrown him out of the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion.

Its strength was undeniably at the level of a Universe God.

Moreover, the true spirit hidden within it contained life.

It was a powerful being guarding Jiang Haichao’s cultivation insights.

A smile played at the corner of Jian Wushuang’s lips. He had suspected this place wouldn’t be so simple. Chen Qingling had led him here with a clear purpose in mind.

“Fellow Daoist, why hide? This is your territory. Surely you aren’t afraid of a mere mortal like me who hasn’t yet grasped the Origin Dao?”

He stood with his hands behind his back, his aura calm and unassuming.

The top floor of the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion fell into a brief silence.

Then, a pair of eyes materialized from the gathering black mist, coldly staring at Jian Wushuang.

“You are no mere mortal!” a raspy voice came from the mist.

Hearing this, Jian Wushuang was a little surprised but maintained his composure as he said, “Fellow Daoist, since you brought me here, why not state your purpose openly? There’s no need for secrecy.”

He needed insights into the Seventh Transformation, and since both parties had their needs, a transaction seemed fitting.

If a fight broke out, Hei Qiu might not be able to defeat the opponent, but once Gui Yun emerged, they could certainly subdue them. Thus, Jian Wushuang had the confidence to propose a deal or, if necessary, flip the table.

“Heh heh…”

“Boy, while you are extraordinary, as you said yourself, you haven’t yet mastered the Origin Dao!”

“So, here, you are not qualified to negotiate with me!”

As the voice faded, six black chains shot out from the mist, aiming to capture Hei Qiu.

The black mist didn’t see Jian Wushuang as a threat and thought it safest to take down Hei Qiu first.

However, just to be sure, it also sent out part of the mist to seize Jian Wushuang.

“Master, watch out!”

Hei Qiu roared in fury, his body expanding to tens of thousands of feet tall, releasing a billion units of divine power that filled the entire Dao Enlightenment Pavilion.

The force was so great that it caused countless beams of light to shoot out from the pavilion, piercing through space itself.

This scene naturally attracted attention from the outside, but at that moment, the outside world was in chaos.

High above the Sacred Mountain, a towering city had descended an hour ago and launched an attack on the Holy Sect. All of the sect’s strongest members were busy resisting the assault and had no time to concern themselves with what was happening inside the pavilion.

The Holy Maiden Chen Qingling was currently fighting three opponents at once, still holding the upper hand. Every now and then, she glanced toward the Dao Enlightenment Pavilion, her eyes filled with concern.

“Hmph, Your Highness, how arrogant! To fight me and still dare to be distracted!”