Sky Connecting Realm

Sky Connecting Realm . . . 

Nanfeng Shengge had always possessed an otherworldly beauty, resembling a figure from a mesmerizing painting. Now, with her blushing cheeks, her allure seemed to amplify. Even someone as striking as Nanfeng Yunxi couldn't help but be captivated by the radiant Nanfeng Shengge. If Yunxi were a man, she might not be able to resist the idea of making Shengge his wife.

Nanfeng Yunxi glanced at Qin Wentian with a playful smile and remarked, "Looks like our Shengge might be genuinely moved."

"Yunxi, quit teasing me. Remember that I'm your guardian," Nanfeng Shengge retorted, feigning annoyance. Yet, even her mock irritation carried a captivating charm.

"You started the teasing first," Yunxi laughed. Onlookers couldn't help but admire the two enchanting women from the Southern Phoenix Clan. Their eyes filled with envy as they gazed at Qin Wentian. He seemed to possess an extraordinary allure, capable of evoking such reactions from these two Southern Phoenix maidens. It was highly likely that both harbored feelings for him.

Given the exalted status of the Holy Successor, she wouldn't behave this casually with just anyone. Only those who shared an extraordinary connection with her could elicit such a genuine and unguarded response.

"Yunxi, have you seen Qing'er or Mengchen in this academy?" Qin Wentian inquired. Both Qing'er and Jun Mengchen were exceptionally talented individuals. After many years had passed, they would likely have joined the sacred academy as well. He didn't doubt this fact but was unsure which academy they had been sent to.

"No, I haven't. You mentioned that there is more than one academy, which reminded me of a secret realm in this vicinity. However, I refrained from entering it due to my limited strength, as I wouldn't be able to stay there for long. Now that I think about it, that place might serve as the nexus connecting all four sacred academies," Nanfeng Yunxi explained, her expression growing solemn. She seemed to have a sudden realization and shared her thoughts with Qin Wentian.

"Are you suggesting..." Nanfeng Shengge's eyes sparkled with the same idea that had occurred to Yunxi.

"What secret realm is this?" Qin Wentian inquired.

"Let me take you there directly," Nanfeng Yunxi offered.

"Alright, let's go," Qin Wentian agreed. The group set off, leaving the current location behind and venturing deeper into the sacred academy.

"This place is vast. When we first arrived and were exploring, we stumbled upon a secret realm here that leads to another dimension. Many people reside within that dimension. I had always wondered if they were individuals like us, also attending the sacred academy. But now, hearing your words, I suspect they may be from the other academies. That secret realm likely serves as a shared space connecting all four academies," Nanfeng Yunxi elaborated. They quickened their pace and soon arrived at an array of grand structures. The origin of these constructions remained a mystery, much like the creator of the entire Heavenly Dao Sacred Academy. The mere existence of this sacred academy hinted at the return of an era where ancient emperors once walked the earth.

Among these buildings, numerous silhouettes moved about, many of whom were human cultivators.

"Just a bit further," Nanfeng Yunxi led the way, and they finally stood before an awe-inspiring altar. This massive structure radiated an eerie energy, and atop it were thousands of smaller altars. Many individuals were seated cross-legged on these smaller altars, eyes closed as if in deep meditation. Moreover, the auras of several among them fluctuated wildly, indicating they were undergoing some profound experience.

"The astral light is so intense," Qin Wentian remarked, gazing at the radiant light above the altars. He even spotted individuals from the Battle Saint Tribe among those seated on the altars. They remained motionless, yet their auras surged with incredible power. Clearly, they too were immersed in a mysterious process.

Cold beams of light shot towards them. Qin Wentian noticed the White Tiger Race was also present, including White-eye. White-eye locked eyes with Qin Wentian and spoke with icy composure, "Considering your cultivation level, this isn't a place you should be."

"What concern is it of yours?" Qin Wentian retorted impolitely. Inside the sacred academy, strength held supreme importance. Status and identity were irrelevant; power was the only currency of respect. In this realm, strength determined one's worth. If you were weak, you'd only invite abuse and humiliation.

"It truly isn't my concern. I'm merely offering you a friendly reminder. This place isn't where you can rely solely on your immortal treasures. Stepping onto the altar means everything depends on personal strength. With your current cultivation, you'll undoubtedly find yourself in an extremely dire situation if you dare to enter," White-eye maintained his haughty demeanor. Despite his calm tone, his arrogance was unmistakable.

"After stepping onto the altar, your body remains here while your spirit is transported to another dimension. Many formidable experts reside there, and the sensation is incredibly peculiar," Nanfeng Yunxi privately transmitted to Qin Wentian. He nodded in gratitude, appreciating the unexpected insight.

"I'll take a look inside," Qin Wentian said softly. He had no way of knowing if he might encounter Qing'er and Jun Mengchen in there.

"Be cautious; those inside are incredibly strong, and they won't hesitate to strike if provoked," Nanfeng Yunxi cautioned. Qin Wentian acknowledged her advice with a nod. In the blink of an eye, he stepped onto one of the altars.

Instantly, a surge of profound energy enveloped him, producing a surreal sensation. It was as though his spirit had separated from his body and arrived in a different dimension.

Standing in this new realm, Qin Wentian inspected his hands, feeling a strange sense of detachment. All of this was unlike anything he had ever experienced.

During his youth, Qin Wentian had ventured into a place in the Emperor Star Academy called the Skydream Forest within his particle world. There, he had encountered a meticulously crafted dreamscape. However, the sensation he felt now was entirely distinct. The power that constructed this dimension was overwhelming, infused with formidable laws. Moreover, a barrage of information flooded his mind.

Qin Wentian couldn't help but marvel at his surroundings. This dimension resembled a grand celestial palace, a dwelling fit for a supreme expert perched at the pinnacle of power. Towering stone pillars, each over a hundred feet tall, exuded an aura of majesty. Everything here appeared to be forged from divine stones, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a divine hall within a celestial palace.

A strange message materialized in the air, crafted from astral energy. It had an enigmatic quality to it. "A Sky Roc Race demon king is about to battle an expert from the Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire. Come and witness it," the message read.

Qin Wentian marveled at the mystique of this realm. He knew that someone must have written these words.

"In front of the Sky-Connecting Immortal Stone," the person continued to write. At this moment, Qin Wentian noticed several silhouettes rushing past him. Curious, he followed their lead, heading in a specific direction.

"With your low cultivation level, you dare to enter the Sky Connecting Realm? Are you seeking death?" An indifferent voice came from beside him. Clearly, the person, unimpressed by Qin Wentian's third-level immortal foundation, didn't think highly of him.

"Are the people here very powerful?" Qin Wentian inquired.

"The Sky Connecting Realm is a shared space connecting all the sacred academies. Typically, those at your level would only end up dead if they encountered someone stronger. However, since there's a grand battle to watch today, I'll spare your life," the person replied. Qin Wentian couldn't help but smile at the response. He then expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you for sparing me."

"Hmm?" The person's eyes glittered as he glanced back at Qin Wentian. He laughed and said, "You're quite interesting. But even if I spare you, you're still treading on thin ice here. More than ten years ago, I saw your perfect saint-grade immortal foundation. Did you cultivate a secret art?"

Qin Wentian's gaze froze. He hadn't anticipated this person would recognize him and attempt to extract information from him.

"Let's just say I did. How are these words in the air formed?" Qin Wentian pointed to the message.

"Do you see those towering pillars made of Yuan Meteor Stones? Channel your immortal energy into them and you can write messages in the air," the expert explained. "The golden-winged great roc from the Sky Roc Race is about to battle an expert from the Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire. The human cultivator must be extraordinarily talented. It seems there's quite a show to be witnessed."

Qin Wentian continued onward, and soon he reached a vast area with numerous towering stone pillars arranged in a circular formation. These pillars emitted a brilliant radiance, and countless experts surrounded the area, all gazing intently ahead.

There stood an incredibly imposing figure of a young man. Bathed in boundless golden light, he resembled a miniature sun. His gaze was piercing, as if it could penetrate everything. Even standing still, he exuded an aura of invincibility, as though he were the sole ruler of the world.

"Golden-winged great roc? A Sky Roc Race demon king?" Qin Wentian's eyes gleamed as he sensed the purity of the young man's bloodline. This young man was indeed a true, pure-blooded golden-winged great roc.

"He's here," someone announced. Soon, several figures appeared on the horizon. The one leading the group emitted a resplendent light, exuding an aura of unparalleled supremacy. Suspended in the air, he projected an aura that demanded the world's submission.

"An expert from the Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire, Huang Wudi. At the peak of the eighth level with a fifth-tier emperor-grade immortal foundation, he cultivates the Emperor Canon and is unrivaled in power. I wonder if he can defeat this roc king," someone whispered in hushed tones. The young man who had just arrived was none other than the supreme expert from the Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire, Prince Huang Wudi, also known as the Invincible Prince.

The Nine-Emperors Immortal Empire, situated in the Central Regions of the immortal realms, stood at the pinnacle of power. It was one of the three great immortal empires in the central region. Huang Wudi was an immensely formidable figure, notorious for his strength and responsible for killing numerous sky rocs in the past. This had escalated the conflict between the two powers, culminating in today's battle between Huang Wudi and a golden-winged great roc, a king among the Sky Roc Race.