In a cave of Shengjian Sect, the entrance is narrow, only allowing one person to pass through. However, as you go deeper and deeper into it, the darkness increases exponentially, and the space around you expands like a colossal palace.
Continuing further in, oil lamps light up one after another on the sides of the passage, and ahead lies a gigantic stone door that seems to reach the heavens.
"This is the test left behind by the sword god of Shengjian Sect."
"With the crowd following, Xu Tianyanshi pointed to the giant stone door ahead, introducing it from afar."
The crowd looked towards the stone door, and saw that it was over ten meters tall, intricately carved with various complex patterns and runes.
The stone door is tightly closed, as if it's blocking everything outside.
Seeing this scene, Luo Shan was full of interest and rushed forward, "Since this is a test left behind by the sword god of Shengjian Sect, there must be something good inside. Hehe, I want to see what's inside."
With that said, regardless of the reactions of the others, Luo Shan strode forward boldly, swinging Tian Shan Blood Sword with a sudden thrust.
"Dong" - a loud sound echoed as the stone door made a tremendous noise, but it remained motionless.
"These..."
Luo Shan was startled at once. Although he had not exerted his full strength with that sword, it was not something an ordinary person could withstand. He hadn't expected that the stone door would remain untouched. In an instant, he felt greatly wounded. Just as he was about to draw another swordstroke with Tian Shan Blood, he was interrupted by Xu Tianyanshi behind him.
"Don't waste your effort, this door can only be opened by people from our Shengjian Sect."
After speaking, Xu Tianyanshi, under the gaze of Luo Shan, took a step at a time to approach the giant stone door. He spread one hand and placed it on a pattern on the door. After a moment, the stone door began to tremble violently and slowly started to open inwards.
Until it was wide enough to accommodate several people entering.
Xu Tianyanshi turned to look at the crowd, and a faint smile appeared on his face. "Gentlemen, the door is open. Please go in. I will not accompany you any further."
"What?"
Hearing this, Luo Shan immediately became dissatisfied, "Master Xu, this is a secret realm of your Shengjian Sect. If you don't accompany us inside, how can that be? What if we encounter danger? How shall we handle it?"
Xu Tianyanshi had already anticipated this. Looking at the curious gazes of the others, he explained with a smile, "Since it is said to be a test, naturally, you will have to go in on your own. If any of you are afraid, you can stay outside and go with me... However, those who follow me will naturally have their rankings lower on the sword list."
With a hint of mockery in his eyes, Xu Tianyanshi's expression made Luo Shan, who was already somewhat upset, even more enraged. He glared at him fiercely, gritting his teeth and biting them hard. He wanted to say something but dared not.
"Haha, everyone, you needn't worry too much. My father is busy with official duties and can't come in with me, but I can. I am also on the list of famous swords, and besides, I have some knowledge about the trials within this secret realm..."
A young man standing next to Xu Tianyanshi revealed a sunny smile on his face.
Xu Wansheng, Xu Tianyanshi's eldest son, also the heir of Shengjian Sect. If he were to lead the way, the dangers along this path would be reduced by several degrees.
"All right, then I shall have to trouble the Young Master."
Lin Hao bowed his hands and made a 'please' gesture with them, showing great respect.
Xu Tianyanshi left the cave, and Xu Wansheng led the group forward.
"Why would these people from Shengjian Sect be so kind as to lead us?"
Long Feiyu approached Chen Mo's side, looking puzzled and asked.
Zhang Long swept a wary glance around the surroundings, and then stood in front of Chen Mo.
"Haha, that's because they can't get through it themselves either, so they have to lead us. There are three trials in this secret realm, and Shengjian Sect has only passed two. To save time, they will try to bring in as many experts as possible..."
"I see, so that's why..."
Long Feiyu nodded slightly, then he coldly laughed, "You have a good plan."
Beyond the stone door, after a brief period of darkness, there was a sudden brightness, with blue skies and white clouds, and a comfortable climate.
A boundless expanse of green, with continuous mountains on both sides without any gaps, presenting a scenery like a painting.
As the crowd was admiring the scenery, suddenly, the space in front began to distort. In an instant, everyone found themselves amidst a dense forest of colossal stones.
"What is this..."
The sudden appearance of the colossal stone forest made everyone alert, as this was a test left by the sword god, so it must be extremely dangerous. The crowd did not dare to act rashly.
Xu Wansheng, having anticipated this, smiled calmly and said, "Everyone needn't be too worried. This place is called the Stone Forest, and it will not harm anyone here. If you want to leave, it's not difficult. Just shatter one of these colossal stones and take its essence to transfer out..."
With that said, Xu Wansheng did not waste any more words. He swung his sword and it landed heavily on a massive stone in front of him. Instantly, the stone exploded with a thunderous crash, and a purple gas cloud floated down in front of him.
Xu Wansheng lightly extended his left hand and touched the purple gas cloud that was approaching him. In the next moment, his figure disappeared from the spot.
A black-robed figure, silent and undisclosed, Ling Tianxing, upon witnessing this scene, also swung his sword. In no time at all, he followed Xu Wansheng's lead and left the area.
"Oh, so that's how it is. This is so simple, it seems that the sword god's test isn't very challenging after all."
Luo Shan laughed heartily and then imitated Xu Wansheng and casually swung his sword. The massive stone remained unscathed.
Embarrassed.
Li Yijian laughed heartily and mockingly towards Luo Shan, then held his most prized sword, Qinggang Ziyun Sword, and struck it heavily.
Nothing moved
Luo Shan saw this and immediately mocked him back.
"Ha ha ha, this is the same as laughing at others when you have done something wrong too."
Lin Hao sneered coldly and looked down at the two with contempt, then he swung his sword and followed Xu Wansheng to leave.
Luo Shan and Li Yijian were immediately extremely embarrassed. They looked at each other, and then both of them felt so awkward that they were virtually biting their toes in embarrassment.
"Since they all left, I can't afford to be behind."
Xue Xing laughed softly, and his dazzling Cangqiong Mu Luo flew out of his hand, ready to strike a sword. However, he saw Zhao Wanchi approaching from the side.
"Master Xue, if you are so keen, can I accompany you?"
"What does that mean?"
Xue Xing suddenly stopped his actions, his eyes narrowing slightly, and he fixed a serious gaze on Zhao Wanchi.
"If my guess is correct, Xue Xing, you are here for the Saint Sky Scripture of Shengjian Sect, aren't you?"
With that said, Zhao Wanchi's expression changed slightly, and his eyes held a hint of hostility.
"Haha, Master Xue, don't worry. I too am here for the Saint Sky Scripture, but do you think Shengjian Sect would so easily hand it over to others?"
Xue Xing lowered his head and pondered for a moment before looking at Zhao Wanchi seriously and asking, "Do you have a way?"
"Certainly, there is a way, but as I said earlier, we need to cooperate."
"What's the price?"
Xue Xing spoke directly.
Zhao Wanchi glanced back lightly at the group of people standing not far away, including Chen Mo, "That would be to do some things for me."
