I cultivate the Chaos Technique

As night fell, spirit lanterns hung high in the square of the Lingyun Sword Sect, their vibrant colors intertwining in the night sky, illuminating the grand banquet. Cultivators from all sides gathered, laughter and chatter filling the air, the aroma of wine mingling with the subtle spiritual energy.

Although the celebration was outwardly for Xuan Kongzi's breakthrough to the Nascent Soul realm, an undercurrent was brewing among the various forces, with their true focus locked on the soon-to-be-revealed Heavenly Absolute Secret Realm.

On the square of Lingyun Sword Sect, a sumptuous feast of spiritual food and wine was laid out. Each dish radiated spiritual light and was carefully cooked with spiritual fire, even capable of enhancing the spiritual power within a cultivator's body.

The banquet appeared harmonious and joyful, but in the eyes of the sect leaders and elders of various sects and dynasties, the competition hidden behind this grand feast had already quietly begun.

The Prince of Zhenbei of the Tianyuan Dynasty took a sip of spiritual wine, his gaze sweeping over the crowd, and smiled faintly: "The Lingyun Sword Sect truly lives up to its reputation as the number one sect in Qingzhou, even its banquet is so exquisite. But... the real focus behind this grand event is not just the breakthrough of Ancestor Xuan Kongzi."

Lei Tingzi, the sect leader of Lei Yun Sect, snorted lightly: "After the news that the Tianjue Secret Realm is about to open in Qingzhou spread, all the forces of Tianyuan Continent rushed to Qingzhou, wanting to get a share of the pie. I wonder what excuse they will use to go to Qingzhou if Xuan Kongzi has not broken through to the Nascent Soul stage."

Fengxia Zhenren of Feixia Sect nodded slightly and said in a low voice, "This is like trying to hide something obvious. With the secret realm appearing in the world, who wouldn't be tempted? I'm just afraid that after this grand event, there will be a storm as various forces engage in open and covert struggles."

The sect leaders and elders exchanged knowing glances, their words laced with hidden malice. The real game had begun, and in the instant their wine glasses clinked, murderous intent was quietly brewing.

At the same time, Xuan Tianyi, the holy son of the Tianqi Sect, led the sect's elite disciples slowly into the square.

Xuan Tianyi, with a cultivation level of mid-Nascent Soul, possessed a powerful and sharp aura and was the future heir of the Heavenly Revelation Sect. He was tall and exuded a domineering aura. As he walked into the crowd, his gaze was drawn to a female sword cultivator in green robes.

She wore a light blue long dress, the hem of which danced lightly in the wind, like a fairy untouched by the world. Beneath her sword-like eyebrows were a pair of deep eyes that seemed to see into people's hearts, yet also seemed to hide endless secrets.

Her gaze was like the north wind on a winter night, cold and sharp, making one afraid to look directly at her. Her aloof face seemed to be cast by moonlight, its radiance carrying a subtle, almost imperceptible, majesty. A faint, cold smile always played at the corners of her lips, as if nothing in the world had ever crossed her eyes.

She was Lin Qingzhu, Xuan Kongzi's second disciple and Zhang Yifan's second senior sister. Standing in the crowd, though she didn't speak, she attracted the attention of many male disciples, even surpassing many women in beauty. Xuan Tianyi smiled slightly, a thought already forming in his mind: such a beauty must belong to him.

He stepped forward slowly, his gaze mocking as he looked Lin Qingzhu up and down, his tone laced with disdain and frivolity: "This must be Junior Sister Qingzhu, indeed extraordinary. I am Xuan Tianyi, the young master of the Tianqi Sect, and I fell in love with you at first sight. I wonder if Junior Sister Qingyun would be willing to return to the Tianqi Sect with me and become my cultivation partner?"

Lin Qingzhu frowned slightly, a feeling of disgust and unease rising in her heart, but her expression remained indifferent as she coldly replied, "Senior Brother Xuan, please have some self-respect. We cultivators should focus our minds on seeking immortality and cultivating the Dao, and we have not yet considered matters of the heart. I apologize that I cannot comply."

Xuan Tianyi's smile deepened, clearly not taking Lin Qingzhu's rejection to heart. He sneered inwardly: Even if you are Xuan Kongzi's disciple, a true disciple of the Lingyun Sword Sect, so what? Before the Tianqi Sect, the Lingyun Sword Sect is nothing but an ant.

Just as Xuan Tianyi was approaching step by step, a steady voice rang out: "The Holy Son of the Heavenly Revelation Sect is quite arrogant, isn't he? My senior sister said she didn't want to, yet she keeps pestering me here?"

The person who spoke was Zhang Yifan. His second senior sister was one of the few people in the sect who treated him well. Of course, he wouldn't let his second senior sister suffer any injustice.

A cold glint flashed in Xuan Tianyi's eyes, and a mocking smile curled at the corner of his mouth: "A mere junior at the early stage of the Golden Core realm dares to block my way?"

Zhang Yifan felt the powerful pressure emanating from Xuan Tianyi, and his heart tightened slightly, but he still straightened his spine and spoke calmly but firmly: "Senior Sister is the second senior sister of my Lingyun Sword Sect. How can we allow outsiders to insult her so easily? If you continue to pester me today, don't blame me for being impolite!"

Seeing this, Lin Qingzhu felt both touched and worried. She was very clear about Zhang Yifan's intention to protect him, and a warmth welled up in her heart.

However, she also understood Xuan Tianyi's power and worried that Zhang Yifan might be harmed because of it. She said softly, "Junior brother, there's no need to say more. This matter has nothing to do with you. You should leave this place first."

Zhang Yifan turned slightly to the side and replied in a low voice, "Senior sister, don't worry. I will never give him a chance to hurt you."

Hearing Zhang Yifan's resolute tone, Lin Qingzhu felt a complex mix of emotions. Though she appeared aloof, she had spent many years with Zhang Yifan and had long harbored feelings for this taciturn junior brother who always thought of her. At this moment, she felt both worry and an indescribable surge of emotions.

Seeing the two so close, Xuan Tianyi felt a surge of jealousy and hostility. He snorted, his tone full of threat: "Fine, fine, Lingyun Sword Sect. Since you are so ungrateful, my Tianqi Sect will make you understand what the difference in power truly means in the future."

Just as the conflict was about to erupt, a majestic voice suddenly rang out from the sky: "Enough!"

The sound was like a thunderclap, instantly suppressing Xuan Tianyi's oppressive aura. Everyone looked up and saw Xuan Kongzi, the patriarch of the Lingyun Sword Sect, gracefully descending, his expression cold and stern, his oppressive aura enveloping the entire area.

“Holy Son of the Heavenly Revelation Sect, know when to stop.” Xuan Kongzi’s gaze was like a knife, staring directly at Xuan Tianyi with an invisible pressure. “I am very happy that the Holy Son has come to my banquet today, but if you dare to cause trouble here, even the Heavenly Revelation Sect behind you cannot protect you.”

Xuan Tianyi's heart tightened. Although he was used to being arrogant because of the power of the Tianqi Sect, he dared not be arrogant in front of a Nascent Soul expert. A Nascent Soul expert was not to be insulted. A Nascent Soul expert's wrath could cause millions to die. Even Xuan Kongzi, who had just broken through to the Nascent Soul realm, was not someone he, a mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, could afford to provoke. After all, being targeted by a Nascent Soul expert was not a good thing. So he cupped his hands and said, "Senior Xuan Kongzi, today's matter is just a small one. This disciple was merely exchanging a few words with Junior Sister Lin and had no ill intentions."

Xuan Kongzi snorted coldly, shifting his gaze from Xuan Tianyi to Zhang Yifan and Lin Qingzhu, his tone softening slightly: "You two need not worry, the sect will take care of you."

Zhang Yifan and Lin Qingzhu bowed simultaneously and said in unison, "Thank you, Ancestor."

Although Xuan Tianyi was secretly furious, he dared not contradict Xuan Kongzi at this moment. He glared fiercely at Zhang Yifan, silently vowing: "Kid, you wait. Unless you don't enter the Heavenly Annihilation Secret Realm, it will be your burial ground."

The atmosphere at the banquet became tense because of this minor conflict, but soon, Lingyun Feng, the sect leader of Lingyun Sword Sect, stood up, raised his glass and said loudly: "Fellow Daoists, today's grand gathering of Lingyun Sword Sect is not only to celebrate Ancestor Xuan Kongzi's breakthrough to the Nascent Soul stage, but also to announce a major event concerning the cultivators of the Nine Provinces - the appearance of the 'Heavenly Absolute Secret Realm'."

Upon hearing this, the entire plaza fell into a brief silence, followed by expressions of shock and anticipation from the crowd. The Heavenly Absolute Secret Realm, a legendary fragment of space left behind by an ancient powerful being, always sparks fierce competition among countless sects and dynasties whenever it reappears. This appearance of the secret realm is bound to cause a tremendous upheaval.

Ling Yunfeng continued, "The Heavenly Absolute Secret Realm contains countless treasures, and the inheritances and opportunities are immeasurable. However, the space within this secret realm is unstable, and if cultivators at the Nascent Soul stage or above were to enter, it might cause a collapse. But with the blessing of several Nascent Soul seniors, it can withstand the power of the mid-Nascent Soul stage at most."

Upon hearing this, everyone was filled with excitement. The young disciples, in particular, had burning eyes; the Heavenly Absolute Secret Realm meant opportunity and breakthroughs, a golden chance for them to rise to the top in one step.