I cultivate the Chaos Technique

After bidding farewell to Qiu Zhenhai and the others, Zhang Yifan headed towards Jiayuguan alone.

The wind and sand blew in from the horizon, filling the sky with yellow sand, and the whole earth seemed to fall into endless silence. Although it was daytime, the sky was dark, and it seemed that even the sun was obscured by the thick sand and dust.

The desolate and boundless atmosphere was somewhat suffocating, as if only wind, sand and silence remained in the world.

Jiayuguan, as an important pass in the western part of Tianyuan Continent, is a key node connecting Yuzhou with other regions.

The teleportation array was set up near this pass, and cultivators often used it to quickly travel thousands of miles, crossing mountains and rivers in just a few breaths. At this moment, Zhang Yifan felt a sense of urgency.

He knew the importance of his trip and that he could not afford to make any mistakes. Even though he had never personally experienced the vicissitudes of this pass, he knew from Qiu Zhenhai that Jiayuguan was not only a military stronghold, but also a place full of countless opportunities and challenges.

Soon after, he arrived at the main gate of Jiayuguan. Although the scene before him was not particularly remarkable, Zhang Yifan could feel an atmosphere of isolation from the world.

The surrounding buildings are mostly constructed of solid stone, their gray walls and towering ramparts exuding an ancient and solemn atmosphere. Standing among these ancient structures, one can almost feel the weight of history and the passage of time. Several heavily armored guards stand silently around the formation, their eyes alert, clearly not allowing anyone to enter easily.

“Jiayuguan…” Zhang Yifan murmured to himself. The teleportation array was hidden in a secluded corner of this pass; to approach it, one would have to pass through numerous checkpoints. After a brief consideration, he decided to scout the situation first before making any further plans.

He stepped forward, about to ask a question, when he was suddenly blocked by one of the guards. The guard was about 1.9 meters tall, wearing black iron armor with an eagle pattern engraved on his helmet. He had a cold expression and piercing eyes, giving people an invisible sense of oppression.

"The teleportation array is closed to the public today. Cultivators are not allowed to enter at will." The guard's tone was cold, and his words were devoid of emotion, as if this were an ironclad rule that no one could break.

Zhang Yifan frowned slightly, somewhat surprised. While the teleportation array at Jiayuguan was frequently used, it wasn't always operational. This wasn't incomprehensible, given the immense energy consumption of teleportation arrays, which were typically only activated under special circumstances. However, the situation before him seemed more complex than he had anticipated. Just as he was about to turn and leave, he suddenly remembered the **Yunzhou Token** that Qiu Zhenhai had given him.

Although this token appears ordinary, it actually represents extremely high authority. Yunzhou, as one of the four main states of the Tianyuan Continent, possesses immense political and military influence, and the runes and seals on the token further underscore its undeniable power. Even though he is heading to Yuzhou, the power of this token should be enough to change the guards' attitude.

Zhang Yifan took out the Yunzhou Token from his storage ring and handed it to the guard. The guard took the token, and upon seeing the seal and runes on it, a flash of shock crossed his eyes. His cold expression vanished instantly, replaced by one of utmost respect and fear. He quickly bowed and said, "So you are a distinguished guest of the Yunzhou Chamber of Commerce. Please wait a moment."

This change came extremely suddenly; the guards' attitude shifted from indifference to respect, as if some subtle change had occurred. Zhang Yifan smiled inwardly. Sure enough, Qiu Zhenhai's reputation and his status in Yunzhou had already instilled awe in these seemingly heartless guards.

As soon as the guard turned around, he whispered an order to another guard: "Quick, prepare to activate the teleportation array!" As he spoke, his voice was filled with suppressed tension, clearly indicating that this was not a common occurrence.

Without hesitation, the other guard turned and operated the array's control panel. The runes on the panel began to flicker, their light surging, as if responding to some mysterious call. Zhang Yifan stood aside, observing quietly, inwardly marveling at Qiu Zhenhai's extraordinary abilities; even the guards at Jiayuguan could quickly recognize the Yunzhou magistrate's authority.

A moment later, the teleportation array shone even brighter, the surrounding air began to vibrate, and the runes of the array shimmered on the ground like flowing water, gradually unfolding a bright passage. The runes of the teleportation array flowed, as if a dazzling pillar of light had pierced through endless darkness, illuminating everything around it. At this moment, the teleportation array was like a giant eye, peering into the distant world.

The guard bowed respectfully again: "Honored guest, please follow me."

Zhang Yifan nodded and walked into the center of the formation.

As the formation was activated, a bright light instantly enveloped him, and everything around him seemed to blur instantly.

Standing within the formation, he felt a strange power flowing through his body, as if the world around him had merged with him. The powerful attraction within the formation seemed to devour his very soul. With a slight tremor, he saw a flash of light before his eyes.

When he opened his eyes again, he was in a completely new place—

This is Yuzhou, where a solemn and dignified atmosphere permeates the air. A faint spiritual energy fills the air, giving one a feeling of being bathed in a spring breeze. In the distance, the mountains resemble a giant dragon coiled up, shrouded in clouds and mist, majestic and mysterious. In the sky, mysterious rays of light flicker, like streaks of heavenly lightning, hinting at the boundless power hidden within this land.

"Finally, we've arrived." Zhang Yifan took a deep breath, his eyes gleaming with unwavering determination. His figure stood out exceptionally tall in the light, as if he had become a part of this world. The road ahead would be filled with even more challenges, but he was prepared to face them all. In his heart, only one thought remained: to overcome these obstacles and embark on a higher path of cultivation.

Zhang Yifan knew all too well that Yuzhou was not an easy place to enter. Here, powerful figures abounded, dangers lurked everywhere, and every step was fraught with countless trials and tribulations. His goal was not merely cultivation, but also to find the legendary forbidden land—it was said that only true powerhouses could overcome all obstacles to enter the forbidden land and obtain unparalleled opportunities and power.

"This path is destined to be extraordinary." Zhang Yifan's gaze was firm. Without lingering, he stepped onto the road leading deeper into Yuzhou. With each step, he felt the pressure of heaven and earth, as if every breath brought an invisible challenge. He knew this path was full of unknowns, but he never wavered in the slightest.

As he ventured deeper into Yuzhou, this mysterious and powerful land began to reveal its true face to him.