Demon Slaying, Gaining 60 Years of Cultivation From the Start

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In the Upper Realm, vast and boundless, with endless territories, its vastness unknowable, existing for incomprehensibly long epochs, standing through countless years, indifferent to the turns of time.

This is a world filled with endless prodigies, where heroes rise together, and powerful dao sects stand in great numbers!

Even for the likes of Taoxu Road and the Heavenly Mysterious Imperial Dynasty, who have living supremes within, they still cannot completely dominate this realm.

In the ancient times, supremely powerful beings like Emperor Yu also faced the peril of downfall.

In short, the Upper Realm contains infinite possibilities!

Heroes contend for supremacy, men of talent rise simultaneously, and various forces vie for dominance - the excitement here is endless!

Only in such a world, undergoing various trials and growing through blood and fire, can one truly be called a strong warrior.

Otherwise, even so-called saintly children are merely beings with potential.

Of course, even so, with the vast expanse of the Upper Realm, saintly children are still considered quite extraordinary, and among the younger generation, they can be ranked at the very top.

But today, within a part of the Upper Realm, a piece of news has spread, shocking all who hear it.

"What, you say the saintly child He Lianying from Mount Tianzhu descended to the lower world and was defeated by a native warrior of the Nine States?!"

"Really? I don't believe it, how could the lower world have such a strong warrior, not to mention, that's He Lianying, a saintly child of Mount Tianzhu. He's outstanding even in the Upper Realm. Who in the lower world could defeat him?"

"Don't joke around, if such a thing gets out and becomes widely known, be careful - if Mount Tianzhu investigates and finds you, you won't be able to handle the consequences!"

At this moment, in the Upper Realm, there stood a mountain peak soaring into the sky, majestic without equal, with spirit herbs growing in crevices, lush grass and leaves, ancient trees reaching great heights, beast cries and monkey howls, and awe-inspiring waterfalls plummeting down.

And on this mountain peak, a group of people was gathered, sitting and discussing the dao, and it was just now that someone mentioned the news concerning He Lianying.

"This rumor is not false, but true," the one who shared the news said with utmost certainty.

"How can you prove it?" someone asked, clearly disbelieving.

"I cannot prove it, but Wuji Dao Gate, Cloud Heaven Palace, and the Sumeru Buddhist Sect can!" replied that person.

"What?!"

Instantly, as the names of the three sacred lands emerged, everyone cried out in shock. Although there are numerous sacred land powers throughout the Upper Realm, this is only in a general sense; in fact, each sacred land's strength is very formidable, invoking dread in others.

"The three sacred lands are spreading such news? But how is that possible?" many frowned in doubt.

Yet many others continued thoughtfully, "If even the three sacred lands say so, the news must be undoubtedly true."

"Of course it's true, why would I deceive you?" the bearer of the news glanced at the group with some disdain.

Just then, someone newly arrived nodded upon hearing the conversation and said, "Not long ago, it's said that many heard a long, unwilling and angry roar from inside Mount Tianzhu, believed to be none other than the saintly child He Lianying himself."

"Oh?"

"Is there such an extraordinary warrior in the lower world?"

"But it's not just that, let me tell you, Burning Heaven Valley's saintly child Shen Tianchi, Vault of Sky Sword Sect's saintly child Fu Ling, as well as Five Elements Sect's saintly child Xu Ziqing, and Pure Yang Martial Sect's saintly child Fang Lian, have all suffered greatly in the lower world!" the newcomer shared an explosive piece of news.

"What?! That's impossible, the lower world has so many outstanding and demonic talents capable of defeating saintly children?"

"Damn, this is huge news, it's so shocking, if it gets out, it will stir up an uproar. But I doubt it, how could the lower world possibly produce so many talented individuals, it's too unreal." Someone nodded and then shook their head again.

At this point, the person who had brought up the news said, "You are mistaken, it's not several people, but one person, that single person defeated all the saintly children who descended to the lower world!"

"Ah?!"

The moment these words were spoken, the mountain peak erupted into a flurry of activity, even shock wouldn't adequately describe the reaction.

"You… you mustn't speak nonsense, this news can't be true, one person, how could he possibly defeat so many saintly children? You are definitely lying," this opinion was clearly hard for many to believe.

"No, it's true, this news came from Wuji Dao Gate, Cloud Heaven Palace, and the Sumeru Buddhist Sect, and moreover, what you don't know is that the lower world's warrior single-handedly faced many, those saintly children joined forces, yet were still defeated!"

"Damn it…"

"That's just too astounding!"

"Are you… for real?!"

For a time, even more explosive news was spread, many present couldn't accept it, and some began cursing out loud.

No wonder, it was simply too frightening, enough to trigger a seismic shock of the twelfth magnitude!

Saintly children, so transcendent, were the top talents even in the vast expanse of the Upper Realm, yet now, they were defeated, and by a warrior from the lower world, no less, who faced multiple opponents at once!

"Saintly children joining forces, and still being defeated? It's like a dream, it's truly damn shocking!"

"This… is just too satisfying, I only regret not being able to witness this scene for myself!"

Once the authenticity of the news was confirmed, countless people exclaimed in admiration, after all, the authority of Wuji Dao Gate and the other two great sacred lands was deeply ingrained in their hearts. Upon hearing that the news came from there, many gasped in amazement, then started to believe.

"A dragon has emerged from the lower world, pity that the Nine States are about to be destroyed," someone lamented.

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"What's there to be afraid of? Just have him come up, and that's it. Such a character is completely wasted in the lower realm!"

"Come up? Do you think those great sacred lands of Mount Tianzhu are vegetarians? If he dares to appear, he will definitely be hunted to death!"

"No matter how talented, without the backing of a powerful force, it's still no good!"

"It just depends on whether this person joins a certain power first, or if he gets caught by sacred lands like Mount Tianzhu first."

They all sighed, and they also understood why those sons of the sacred lands had been howling with indignation recently.

For these children of destiny, this was a supreme humiliation that might follow them for life, impossible to erase.

"Why is the warrior from the lower realm so astonishing, and what is his name?" many people were curious.

"Gu Chen!"

At that moment, the person who first spoke out about the news had a solemn expression and said in a deep voice, "His name is Gu Chen!"

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The scene just now was actually just a microcosm of the upper realm. This world was so vast, and the speed with which news spread was also incredibly swift due to various mysterious methods.

When the news that the sons of the sacred lands had been humbled in the lower realm broke, such explosive news spread everywhere in no time, and people went from disbelief to shock, fear, and then curiosity.

For the first time, the name Gu Chen was known in the upper realm because of this reason and became familiar to many people.

Born in Jiuzhou, he defeated many children of the sacred lands with his own strength, which was an incredible feat. Many people believed that if Gu Chen were to come to the upper realm, he would definitely achieve greatness!

This achievement shocked many, and even some sacred lands fell silent.

Of course, the great sacred lands such as Mount Tianzhu, Vault of Sky Sword Sect, Burning Heaven Valley, Five Elements Sect, and Pure Yang Martial Sect also expressed their opinions.

The disciples of these sacred lands believed that their sons had only sent their spiritual bodies to the lower realms, with barely one-tenth of their true strength, so this achievement couldn't count for anything.

Some even said that if Gu Chen dared to come to the upper realm, he would be killed by their sons with just a flick of their fingers.

Of course, how angry and upset people like Fu Ling were, only they knew.

No matter what, the two words 'Gu Chen' had thoroughly made a name in the upper realm, and many people remembered him.

At the same time, many people were looking forward to whether Gu Chen would come to the upper realm and what kind of subsequent dealings he would have with these major sacred lands.

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At this moment, somewhere in the upper realm, within an ancient and mottled hall, five obscure and mysterious figures were seated.

The five figures seated here each had an aura as profound as the ocean, unfathomably deep, beyond the reach of ordinary sight. They were motionless, like eternal stone figures that had existed since the ancient times, present in this place.

These individuals were too powerful. Any one of them, with just a wisp of aura escaping, could shake heaven and earth. These five figures were titans of the upper realm, the rulers of several great sacred lands, the Holy Masters!

It was unimaginable that five Holy Masters would gather together on this day.

"Gentlemen, have you considered your decisions, do you have answers in your hearts?" At this moment, a figure like a blazing sun, enveloped in intense true fire, spoke out. This person's aura was incredibly hot, capable of incinerating heaven and earth.

"This move is extraordinary. To send someone of the Celestial realm, or even stronger, to the lower realm is an astonishingly difficult task," said a figure exuding a masculine presence, like a divine furnace, full of vigorous vitality.

"Not only that, the price we have to pay is also immense, and the risk of failure is very high. Have you all considered it thoroughly?" asked a figure seated within a five-colored light, very dazzling, like a deity from the beginning of creation.

"The inheritance of the Nine Cauldrons is of vital importance, what it represents, I'm sure you all understand. For the Nine Cauldrons, no matter how great the cost, it's worth it. If not once, then twice; if not twice, then thrice!" said a towering figure like the Tianshan Mountains, very determined.

"To send someone of the Celestial realm, or even stronger, to the lower realm, even if Jiuzhou is now weakened due to the invasion of demons and its rules are fragmented, it's not that easy. It requires shaking the foundations of an entire world, overcoming its 'Heavenly Will.' Are you all really prepared?" spoke the figure bathed in five-colored light, with a voice vast and ancient, as if coming from beyond the heavens.

"The Nine Cauldrons are supreme. As long as we can succeed, everything is worth it. At that time, we too may have a chance to step further, transcend the ordinary, Ascend to Heaven, and act. This is a supreme opportunity, are you really willing to give it up?" said the figure like a blazing sun, with a powerful voice.

"The old rule, let's vote," said a figure with vigorous vitality like a divine furnace, able to encompass the boundless heavens and earth.

"Agreed."

"Agreed."

"I agree as well."

"Well then... I agree too."

Quickly, four out of the five people had spoken in agreement, leaving only the last one.

The giant, standing tall and straight like a heavenly sword, had an aura too sharp. Just a thread of it could sever a part of the world!

"I also agree, but I have one condition. That warrior named Gu Chen from Jiuzhou is somewhat of a hindrance, and he may become an obstruction. When the time comes, let's remove him first," said the figure, seated and shining with a light that could illuminate the nine heavens, as his sword light radiated around him.

"Agreed!" nodded the other four in unison, and their opinions were unified at this moment.

"The time is not ripe yet. The chance of failure is high. Let's wait patiently a little longer. When Jiuzhou is at its weakest, we will make our move, and then, the chances of success will greatly increase."

"Good!"