Fantasy: After transmigrating, I effortlessly became a god.

"I've come to participate in the gathering of heroes."

As soon as Zheng Qian finished speaking, everyone understood.

The Gathering of Heroes is a grand event held once every fifty years. It is not only a pinnacle showdown of glory and strength among martial artists, but also an important stage for the reshuffling of prestige and resources among nations.

With its vast territory, profound cultural heritage, and the glorious achievements of countless outstanding talents, Guangxiang Kingdom stands proudly at the top of the fifty surrounding kingdoms, naturally becoming the venue for the Gathering of Heroes.

Those who stand out at the gathering of heroes and achieve a ranking will be bestowed with unparalleled glory. Amidst the clash of swords and the battles of heroes, only the strong, possessing both strength and wisdom, can leave their mark on this dazzling stage.

Those who achieve a ranking at the Gathering of Heroes will shine like brilliant stars across the night sky, their fame spreading throughout the fifty nations and becoming legendary tales told by future generations.

The Gathering of Heroes is not only an arena of glory, but also a treasure trove of resources. Cultivators and Soul Masters who achieve rankings will receive generous rewards, including but not limited to rare medicinal herbs, high-level martial arts manuals, and even ancient divine weapons. These resources are undoubtedly a tremendous help to cultivators.

The Gathering of Heroes also brings together young talents from all over the country, including future pillars of the nation and leaders of various sects. In this setting, through competition and exchange, they can not only showcase their strength and style, but also make like-minded friends and even future allies.

These connections may become a decisive asset on the path of spiritual practice in the future, enabling one to join hands and overcome difficulties together, whether facing powerful enemies or exploring the unknown.

Who wouldn't be moved by such a grand event?

Today, there were many caravans and cultivators outside the city, as well as lone warriors. Many of them came to participate in the Gathering of Heroes, but unfortunately, they encountered a demonic beast army before even entering Jinlan City. In the end, only Zheng Qian survived.

The world of cultivation is a place of great change, where only the fittest survive. This is the dangerous yet exciting world of cultivation.

"What ambition! A man should be crowned with glory and become famous throughout the world." Li Mubai was also looking forward to the Gathering of Heroes, and his goal was to be among the top fifty.

Fan Tielan stared at Zheng Qian and said angrily, "Before the Gathering of Heroes, I'm going to beat you black and blue and leave you with your teeth on the ground."

Instantly, everyone looked at Zheng Qian with curiosity, and then at Fan Tielan.

There's something fishy going on between these two.

Xia Zhen pondered for a moment and said, "Zheng Qian, your combat strength is more than enough to secure a ranking. However, the Heroes' Gathering will last for ten days, which will leave you exhausted. Disciples of the Boundless Harmony Academy can directly participate in the competition for the top 1,000. If you have the academy's affiliation, it will allow you to compete for a ranking with your peak combat strength."

After speaking, Xia Zhen looked at Dean Yun, stood up, bowed, and said respectfully, "Dean, I, Xia Zhen, dare to recommend Zheng Qian for merit. Today, he slew a demon beast and made outstanding contributions to our Guangxiang Kingdom. As a General of the Cavalry, I dare to recommend him to enter the Boundless Harmony Academy and become a disciple of the academy. I hope you will agree, Dean!"

Zheng Qian was dumbfounded. "Xia Zhen, what are you doing?"

Xia Zhen's actions were indeed unexpected by Zheng Qian. He never imagined that Xia Zhen would use his position as a general to secure a place in the academy for himself.

Sigh, everyone wants to latch onto a promising talent.

Zheng Qian was unaware that Dean Yun had already spoken to Xia Zhen before the meal, and the two of them were putting on a show together.

Dean Yun looked at Xia Zhen, then at Zheng Qian, and said, "With the Grand Gathering of Heroes underway, it's against the rules for the academy to admit new students. However, since General Xia has spoken, and Zheng Qian is also very outstanding, his joining the academy is well-deserved."

Looking at Zheng Qian, Dean Yun continued, "You will join the academy as my registered student. Once you are in the academy, you must study hard and strive to get a good ranking, so as not to disappoint General Xia's recommendation."

Zheng Qian was very happy. He really didn't expect that the usually stern Dean Yun would give him the green light. He immediately stood up and bowed to express his gratitude.

"Thank you for General Xia's recommendation and for giving me this opportunity, I will certainly live up to your expectations and do my best to win a place."

Zheng Qian spoke very modestly, but his goal was actually to be number one.

Zheng Qian remembered the bond between Dean Yun and Xia Zhen.

With the business concluded, the main dish, snake soup, was brought to the table. As the lid of the enormous vat, which took three people to lift, was lifted, an indescribable aroma instantly filled the air, seemingly able to pierce through the clouds and reach the deepest desires in people's hearts.

This fragrance combines the freshness of a mountain spring with the aroma of blooming flowers, and also contains the rich and mysterious essence of mountain ambergris. It is not merely a sensory delight, but more like a call to the soul, making one involuntarily immerse themselves in it and forget the troubles of the world.

Zheng Qian lightly scooped a spoonful of snake soup into his mouth and felt that the meat was as delicate as silk, melting in his mouth, yet it also had an indescribable elasticity and resilience, as if every fiber of meat was dancing on his tongue, performing a hymn to life.

This meat is incomparable to anything from this world, nor can it be compared to any delicacy. It contains the boundless demonic power and essence of heaven and earth from the life of the Xuanlin King. Every bite is the ultimate tease for the taste buds and the ultimate nourishment for the body.

As the incredibly delicious broth slid down his throat, an unprecedented power surged forth from his body, as if hundreds of serpents were swimming through his veins, constantly cleansing and strengthening every inch of his flesh and blood.

In an instant, Zheng Qian felt his blood boiling, as if flames were burning all over his body, a sign that the hidden power within him had been fully unleashed.

His physical strength increased at a visible rate; his muscles became bulging and his bones strong, as if he had been reborn.

With the Devouring Heaven Technique running automatically within his body, Zheng Qian digested and absorbed the power from the flesh of the Xuanlin King, integrating it into his bloodline, and his swollen muscles returned to their golden ratio.

After finishing her bowl, Fan Tielan's face was flushed, making her look beautiful and adorable. She quickly activated the Overlord Thunder God Technique to digest the power brought by the Xuanlin King's meat.

"The flesh and blood of demonic beasts are rich in essence. At your level, you can digest just one bowl of the essence of the Xuanlin King. It will be of great benefit to your bodies. If you eat too much, you will not be able to digest its power. At best, it will destroy your foundation; at worst, it will sever your meridians and cause you to explode and die."

After hearing Dean Yun's words, the group dared not eat any more. Xia Zhen finished a bowl and then sat cross-legged to digest the power brought by the snake soup.

Dean Yun glanced smugly at Zheng Qian, then finished one bowl and filled it with another.

My good disciple, look! I can eat bowl after bowl, and I can easily finish this whole vat.

After finishing one bowl, Zheng Qian silently scooped up another.

Dean Yun was very satisfied. He could eat two bowls of rice. Not bad. He truly deserves to be the disciple I have my eye on.

Fan Tielan glared at Zheng Qian resentfully, because she could only eat one bowl. Li Mubai and Feng Wuhen looked at Zheng Qian with envy. They really wanted to eat another bowl, but the power within their bodies was almost bursting them, and they were willing but unable to.

When Zheng Qian finished his second bowl and went to get a third, they showed expressions of horror.

Fan Tielan couldn't help but say, "These mountain barbarians have never seen the world. Be careful you don't overeat."

Xia Zhen also advised, "Young friend, please act according to your ability."

Li Mubai and Feng Wuhen also said, "Brother Zheng, although we have never eaten this kind of monster meat before, we should not be greedy."

Dean Yun remained silent, but he was secretly very pleased with himself.

They definitely hadn't eaten it before; only he could discern the Xuanlin King's level of cultivation.

He's at the Demon King realm, even higher than King Lu Chu of Guangxiang Kingdom. If it weren't for him today, Guangxiang Kingdom would surely be destroyed. Dean Yun just didn't say it aloud, otherwise everyone present would have been terrified.

After finishing the snake meat in his bowl, Zheng Qian said as he served himself more, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

When Zheng Qian ate his fifth bowl, they couldn't believe it. Could it be that Zheng Qian was truly unafraid of this raging energy?

When they ate their seventh bowl, Fan Tielan looked terrified, Li Mubai and Feng Wuhen looked helpless, and Xia Zhen looked envious.

This prodigy is indeed extraordinary; even his energy absorption is something they can only dream of.

Only Dean Yun had keen insight. He saw that Zheng Qian's body was like a furnace, constantly absorbing energy, and he really could eat a lot.

Towards the end of the meal, Zheng Qian began to eat heartily, even drinking the food directly without chewing.

Dean Yun couldn't sit still any longer. The flesh of the Xuanlin King was delicious, and he didn't care much for the energy it provided, but he couldn't bear to part with such a delicacy.

"Kid, you're wasting delicious food."

"Hehe, teacher, your student is hungry."

Zheng Qian chuckled and picked up the spoon to scoop out another bowl.

The energy is pure and feels very comfortable to absorb.