“A new secret realm?” Jared was puzzled. Aren’t these secret realms created during the Celestial Battle? How could new secret realms suddenly appear?
Sensing the man’s confusion, Chester hurriedly explained, “Mr. Chance, these secret realms are not fixed or immutable. With each new realm that opens up, another one fades away.”
“But who is responsible for creating these new secret realms?” Jared inquired. Chester shook his head. “That remains unknown. Every time a new secret realm emerges, it is filled with extraordinary treasures and teeming with spiritual energy. It’s like a hidden paradise!”. After a short pause, he continued, “So, conflicts will happen whenever a new secret realm emerges.”
There are skilled cultivators beyond the Eight Major Secret Realms capable of creating these realms. They were likely the cultivators from Ethereal Realm that the blood demon talked about.
“What’s Ethereal Realm like?” Jared mused, his curiosity piqued. Nonetheless, he was well aware that his current abilities were inferior when compared to the Eight Major Secret Realms. He wasn’t capable of venturing into the Ethereal Realm at this point.
Everyone fixed their gaze on the sprawling black vortex. Within its swirling depths lay an unknown expanse, concealing mysteries and potential perils.
After a moment of silence, Quindon said solemnly, “Everyone, the opening of this new realm presents a tremendous opportunity for our Eight Major Secret Realms. In the pursuit of exploration, I have made the decision to take the risk and venture inside. I implore you all not to enter recklessly until my return.”
Even though he sounded to be concerned about the rest of the cultivators, everyone understood his true intent. He wanted to secure the resources within the new realm for himself. Being the first to enter would undoubtedly grant a significant advantage.
Yet, the swirling currents and turbulent chaos within the black vortex held untold dangers. Thus, being the first to enter also meant shouldering the greatest risks.
Consequently, when Quindon proposed himself as the vanguard, no one voiced any objections. With his entire spiritual power in motion, Quindon created a protective shield around himself before slowly ascending toward the dark vortex. The spectators watched nervously as he vanished into the vortex.
“Ahh!” However, a piercing scream shattered the silence as Quindon’s body plummeted from the sky, resembling a marionette with severed strings. He crashed heavily onto the ground, drenched in blood and covered in lacerations reminiscent of knife wounds..
“Dad!” Aislin dashed forward to support Quindon to his feet.
“Mr. Yuchamore, what happened?” Angus asked. It was widely acknowledged that Quindon was the most powerful cultivator present. Witnessing his battered state immediately after entering the black vortex left many curious about the ordeal he had faced.
“There’s a formidable power. The chaotic currents within the vortex were overpowering. It’s impossible to withstand the forces.” Quindon’s face turned ashen, fear evident in his eyes. Everyone was stunned by his words. If Quindon couldn’t penetrate the vortex, the prospect seemed futile for anyone else.
A hushed silence settled over the crowd as all eyes remained fixated on the black whirlpool, the crowd contemplating the unknown dangers lurking within. Suddenly, a man spoke up. “I’ll give it a try.”
With that, Jared leaped toward the swirling abyss. His Golem Body was activated, encasing him in a luminous sheen of golden scales.
As he ventured into the vortex, an immense force surged into his being, causing panic to well up within him as he desperately struggled to suppress it.
The draconic essence within Jared’s body began to radiate a brilliant light. A golden dragon burst forth from his body, soaring and circling around him, fending off the turbulent forces that surrounded him.
Simultaneously, within his body, a fiery phoenix spread its wings, engaging in a fierce struggle against the invading power. Overwhelmed by the intense confrontation within, the man’s vision suddenly went black, and he lost consciousness, collapsing on the spot.
