Mythical Cultivation

After listening to what happened between his father and Grandpa Wu Ming, Wang Zongyuan saw the key point from an outsider's perspective: both of them wanted the other to live a good life, but neither of them wanted to implicate the other because of themselves, which ultimately led to the two good friends being separated from each other for decades and having no news of each other.

"The things I have on hand can be completed in three to five days at the least, or more than ten days at the most, and then I will leave the sect. After I leave the sect, you must pay more attention to Wu Ming's affairs and don't let anything happen to him, okay?" Wang Cheng instructed Wang Zongyuan.

"Father, don't worry! Even if you don't tell me, I will pay attention to it. After all, he is the benefactor who saved my life. How could I let anything happen to him?" Wang Zongyuan patted his chest and said confidently.

After leaving, Wu Ming didn't immediately return to his residence. Instead, he visited the Alchemy Hall. There, he carefully selected and purchased some medicinal pills that would greatly benefit his cultivation. Then, contentedly, he set off on his journey home. Along the way, Wu Ming walked briskly, his mood light and cheerful. He admired the beautiful scenery along the way while pondering his next cultivation plan.

"Have you heard? A secret realm in Qingjiang County will open next month. It is said that there are great opportunities inside. Most of the sects in the county will participate."

"Then I will definitely participate. With my current strength, I will definitely be able to get the opportunity. Then I won't have to worry about the Foundation Establishment Pill." A middle-aged man in a white shirt said.

Wu Ming, a passerby, happened to overhear their conversation and couldn't help but wonder. A secret realm unlocked? And within Qingjiang County? Why would the Qingyun Sect, the dominant power in Qingjiang County, allow anyone else to participate? Puzzled, Wu Ming knew there must be something he didn't know.

"Huang Hao, have you heard about the opening of a secret realm in Qingjiang County?" Wu Ming, who couldn't figure it out, simply went to Huang Hao's residence.

"It seems there is such a thing as a secret realm, but it will not open for another month, so the sect has not issued any tasks."

"What kind of secret realm is it and what opportunities are there in it? Tell me about it." Seeing that Huang Hao knew the answer, Wu Ming asked him.

After an incense stick of time had passed, Wu Ming, after listening to Huang Hao's detailed explanation, gradually gained a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of the matter. It turned out that secret realms were generally divided into two main categories: the first type of secret realms were those left behind by ancient cultivators of profound cultivation. These secret realms were actually independent small spaces that they had opened up through their own immense power, and were attached to the spatial barriers of this world.

Another type of secret realm is the result of a fierce war that broke out in ancient times. In that shocking and unprecedented war, the world suffered great damage, resulting in many broken fragments.

In today's world, there are many special areas known as Jedi or Death Zones. These belong to the second type of secret realm. These special areas were mostly formed due to the earth-shattering war in ancient times.

This war not only completely destroyed the glorious golden age in which the monks once roamed freely, but also shattered the entire world into pieces, leaving behind some extremely dangerous areas.

Some secret realms are incredibly solid and stable, even becoming battlefields for fierce duels between great cultivators. However, others are incredibly fragile, unable to withstand even the spiritual pressure of a Foundation Establishment cultivator. If a Foundation Establishment cultivator were to enter, the space would collapse, instantly wiping out all living beings and objects, vanishing without a trace.

The secret realm they were about to enter was a place of extremely fragile space. Because of this, it wasn't solely controlled by the Qingyun Sect, but instead became a place jointly controlled by numerous sects throughout Qingjiang County. Regardless of their faction, as long as they were within Qingjiang County, they were eligible to enter.

The world became shattered, as if torn into countless fragments. This not only led to the continuous loss of spiritual energy throughout the world, but also caused the cultivators' realms to gradually decline. Those cultivators who once soared into the sky now found it difficult to reach their former glory.

At the same time, as the world's spiritual energy continues to drain, precious spiritual objects are also dwindling. However, surprisingly, the spiritual energy within secret realms seems unaffected by the outside world, still imbued with mysterious power. These secret realms have become sought-after destinations, as only here can one find spiritual objects and precious elixirs, now extinct in the outside world. They emanate an alluring glow, attracting countless adventurers to explore.

Unfortunately, there's no fixed pattern to the opening times of each secret realm. Some might take decades to open, while others only take a few years. This uncertainty is frustrating, forcing one to rely on luck. Furthermore, there are no signs of a secret realm opening; the only indicator is the vibrations in the space surrounding the realm. Even if one senses these fluctuations, there's no way to definitively determine if the realm has truly opened. Therefore, the sect hasn't yet released any relevant quests, and everyone awaits further clues and confirmation.

In this world full of uncertainty, every secret realm presents both a rare opportunity and a formidable challenge. Only those with the courage, wisdom, and luck can find their own destiny in this shattered world and embark on the path to a higher realm.

According to Huang Hao, this mission isn't mandatory for all outer disciples; it's entirely up to individual desire and need. However, at such times, the vast majority of disciples eagerly sign up. After all, the opportunities inherent in it are so tempting that few can resist. While Wu Ming currently possesses no shortage of spirit stones, he's by no means the type to sit back and enjoy the fruits of others' labor.

More importantly, Wu Ming had heard of several rare elixirs being obtained during the previous secret realm openings, which had him tantalized. For example, the supreme secret elixir coveted by body cultivators—Dragon Blood Grass—was said to be imbued with the spiritual energy of dragons. For body cultivators, its allure was comparable to that of Foundation Establishment Pills for Qi cultivators. Furthermore, the main ingredients for Foundation Establishment Pills and Vein Protection Pills could also be found within the secret realm. While Wu Ming had no plans to refine these two elixirs himself, they were both extremely rare and precious elixirs. Who could possibly want too much of them?

Wu Ming knew that opportunity and hard work were equally important in the path of spiritual practice. He understood that only through constant exploration and experimentation could one progress further on this difficult path. This mission might be a rare opportunity, a chance to take him one step further.