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The Flowing Clouds Secret Realm, the "Raging Waves" difficulty zone, is a deep ravine perpetually filled with bone-chilling winds.

Sun Hao knelt on one knee, breathing heavily. The fine steel longsword that had been with him for many years was now covered in cracks and almost unusable.

His clothes were tattered and covered with deep, bone-revealing wounds, the blood staining the rocks beneath him red. Before him, the corpse of a "Wind Demon Wolf" king, comparable to the early Foundation Establishment stage, was slowly dissipating, transforming into pure spiritual energy.

However, Sun Hao seemed oblivious to all of this. His entire mind was absorbed in the earth-shattering changes happening within his body.

Within the dantian and dantian, the originally vast liquid true essence, which was like a lake, is now frantically compressing and condensing towards the center point!

The dense spiritual energy from the outside world, so dense it was almost impenetrable, was drawn in and formed a visible vortex, surging wildly into his body!

Foundation Establishment! This is a sign of foundation establishment!

He had been stuck at the Great Perfection of Qi Refining for a long time. After experiencing life-and-death battles in secret realms and the harsh trials of the outside world, his temperament, spiritual power, and physique had been honed to perfection.

At this moment, in the midst of slaying a powerful enemy and feeling exhilarated, that tough barrier finally burst open!

"Gathering Qi into liquid, refining liquid into elixir... Open the Foundation Establishment Gate, for me!"

A silent roar erupted in Sun Hao's heart as he channeled his boundless spiritual power to assault the final barrier! Intense pain surged through his limbs and bones, his meridians feeling as if they were about to burst, but his eyes shone with an alarming light, filled with an indomitable will!

"boom!"

It was as if a muffled boom, like the beginning of the universe, exploded in his sea of ​​consciousness! Within his dantian, the true essence compressed to its limit suddenly shone brightly, transforming into a liquid golden core phantom the size of a pigeon egg, slowly rotating and radiating brilliant light! Although it was just a phantom, it marked a leap in the level of life!

A powerful spiritual force, far more abundant, pure, and easily controlled than that of a Qi Refining stage cultivator, surged throughout his body in an instant!

Foundation established, complete!

"Ho...ho..." Sun Hao let out a long roar that shook the valley, his aura suddenly surged, and his wounds healed rapidly under the nourishment of spiritual energy!

Almost at the same time, in another part of the secret realm, on the outskirts of the "Golden Stone Forest".

Xiong Meng, resembling a humanoid bear, clashed head-on with a Foundation Establishment stage Golden Stone Puppet made entirely of Xuan Iron!

"clang!"

The deafening clang of metal clashing was deafening! Xiong Meng staggered back seven or eight steps, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth, his right arm wracked with excruciating pain. And on the stone puppet, a clear fist mark appeared on its chest!

"Hahaha! That's exhilarating! Let's go again!" Xiong Meng laughed instead of getting angry. The "Giant Spirit Battle Body" he cultivated followed the path of unparalleled ferocity, requiring him to break through his limits through repeated head-on clashes! He swallowed a handful of "Bone Strengthening Pills" specially made by Li Xiaocao, his eyes bloodshot, and roared as he charged forward again!

He didn't possess Sun Hao's exquisite swordsmanship, only a pair of iron fists and an indestructible body! Each clash caused his blood and qi to surge and his bones to resonate, but it also loosened his bottleneck at the Great Perfection of Qi Refining by a little!

"Break it for me!"

After exchanging countless blows, Xiong Meng was covered in blood, looking like a blood-soaked man, but his fighting spirit was boiling at its peak! He felt that some kind of shackles within him were about to break!

He abandoned all defense, concentrating all his spiritual power, blood energy, and will into his right fist, transforming it into a highly refined dark light that crashed into the puppet's core like a meteor!

"Bang!!!"

A deafening roar, more muffled than ever before, resounded! The runes at the core of the stone golem suddenly dimmed, its massive body stiffened for a moment, then collapsed with a crash, shattering into a pile of metal fragments.

Xiong Meng, however, remained motionless, maintaining his punching stance. Within him, his blood and qi surged and roared like a mighty river, producing a thunderous sound!

His skin gleamed with a bronze sheen, and his bones crackled and popped! A primal, heavy aura surged from within him!

Physical cultivation begins with the foundation building stage, and the physical body undergoes a transformation! His "Giant Spirit Battle Body" has now entered a new realm—the Foundation Building stage!

"Hahaha! I, Old Bear, have succeeded too!" Xiong Meng laughed wildly, his voice like thunder, shaking the surrounding metal and stone.

The news spread like wildfire throughout the entire Qingyun Sect.

Sun Hao has achieved Foundation Establishment! Xiong Meng has achieved Foundation Establishment!

Within just a few days, two core disciples successfully established their foundations! This news was like a shot in the arm, injecting a much-needed boost into the somewhat oppressive atmosphere of the sect caused by the external war, instantly igniting the enthusiasm of all the disciples!

"Great! Senior Brother Sun and Senior Brother Xiong have both reached the Foundation Establishment stage!"

"I knew they could do it! They're truly role models for us all!"

"Looks like all that effort in the dungeon was worth it! Next time I'm going to try the 'Raging Waves' difficulty!"

The disciples spread the news excitedly. Those in the Battle Hall and those familiar with Sun Hao and Xiong Meng were especially thrilled.

The sect's high-end combat strength has suddenly increased by two Foundation Establishment cultivators, which means that the sect's foundation and sense of security have been greatly enhanced!

Inside the main peak's council hall, Shen Mo sat high on the throne, listening to Su Xiao and Han Lin's reports, a rare smile appearing on his face. Su Xiao was in charge of intelligence and external liaison, while Han Lin managed internal affairs and resource allocation. The two worked together seamlessly, keeping the sect in perfect order.

"Sect Leader, the successful Foundation Establishment of Sun Hao and Xiong Meng is truly a sign of great prosperity for our sect!" Han Lin stroked his beard and smiled, his old face full of satisfaction. "With this, our Qingyun Sect now has six Foundation Establishment cultivators! In this Southern Region of the Eastern Wilderness, we are now a force to be reckoned with!"

Su Xiao added with a smile, "Not only that, according to reports from various departments, recently, with the increased resources and the stimulation of secret realm training, five more disciples have reached the late stage of Qi Refining, and more than ten disciples from the mid-stage of Qi Refining have broken through to the late stage. The sect's overall strength is currently in a period of rapid growth!"

Shen Mo nodded slightly: "This is the result of the diligence of all the disciples and the hard work of all the elders. In these turbulent times, it is the perfect time to boost morale. Elder Han, Junior Sister Xiao, let's prepare a Foundation Establishment celebration. It doesn't need to be extravagant, but it should be grand, so that all the disciples can feel this joy and hope."

"Yes, ma'am!" Han Lin and Su Xiao replied in unison.

Three days later, the main peak square of Qingyun Mountain was brightly decorated and bustling with people. All the disciples who were not on duty gathered here, their faces beaming with excitement and pride. In the center of the square, a high platform was erected.

Shen Mo sat in the main seat, with Su Xiao, Han Lin, Shi Tie, Zhao Qingyan, Li Xiaocao and other Foundation Establishment elders on his left, and Sun Hao and Xiong Meng on his right, both wearing brand-new cyan robes and whose auras had changed drastically.

After several days of recuperation, the two had stabilized their early Foundation Establishment stage, their spirits high and their demeanor exuding an air of confidence.

Below the stage, in the front row were elite disciples in the late stage of Qi Refining, such as Wang Hu, Zhang Daniu, and Shouhou. Behind them were a dense crowd of inner and outer disciples. Even the Zhao family members, who were temporarily settled on Yingke Peak, were allowed to watch the ceremony from the sidelines. Their eyes were filled with complex emotions, including envy, awe, and a stronger determination to attach themselves to the Zhao family.

Han Lin, acting as the master of ceremonies, stepped to the front of the stage and announced in a loud voice, "Silence! The Qingyun Sect's Foundation Establishment Ceremony now begins! Please grant the Sect Leader your instructions!"

The entire room fell silent instantly, and all eyes were focused on Shen Mo.

Shen Mo slowly rose to his feet, his gaze sweeping over the young and energetic faces below the stage. His voice, calm yet clear, reached everyone's ears:

"Today is a day of great joy for our Qingyun Sect! Sun Hao and Xiong Meng, through diligent cultivation and countless trials, have finally attained the Foundation Establishment stage, enhancing the prestige of our sect! This is their personal fortune, and also a blessing for our Qingyun Sect!"

He paused, then continued, "The path of cultivation is like rowing against the current; if you don't advance, you fall behind. The outside world is turbulent, and powerful enemies surround you. Only by becoming strong yourself can you stand firm amidst the storms!"

"The achievements of Sun Hao and Xiong Meng today prove that as long as one remains steadfast and strives diligently, all disciples of the Qingyun Sect have the opportunity to attain immortality!"

"The sect is your strongest support! Secret realms, elixirs, cultivation techniques, and guidance from masters are all open to those who aspire to the Dao!"

"I hope all disciples will take Sun Hao and Xiong Meng as role models, cultivate diligently, and forge ahead! One day, your figures will also be seen on the Foundation Establishment Platform!"