Hundreds of Immortal Masters Gather at Gathering Spirit Mountain; Lu Changsheng's Arrival Sparks a Sensation!

Silence! The entire Mission Hall fell deathly silent! Hundreds—perhaps even a thousand—people filled the hall. Just moments ago, the place had been a clamor of noise, but now an eerie stillness descended. You could have heard a pin drop! Everyone stared wide-eyed, transfixed by the colossal, golden-glowing name atop the Dao Foundation Candidate List, a name that seemed to overpower every other Divine Treasury cultivator beneath it. Ancient Region Heavenly Sect, Lu Changsheng! Ranked first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List! Not even the most daring among them could have dreamed that such an outcome would ever appear on the list. Boom! The brief silence shattered in an instant. Innumerable disciples broke into clamorous cries of astonishment. "First place! First on the Dao Foundation Candidate List is actually a true disciple of our Ancient Region Heavenly Sect—and it's Senior Brother Lu Changsheng?!" "Incredible, utterly incredible! For hundreds of years, countless true disciples from our sect have made the Dao Foundation Candidate List, yet our highest ranking was only second place. Now Senior Brother Lu is ranked first?!" "First on the Dao Foundation Candidate List! Unbelievable! Senior Brother Lu Changsheng's brain domain hasn't even reached ninety li, so how could he possibly be ranked first?" "Senior Brother Lu Changsheng is standing above all other Divine Treasury cultivators now!" "Back when Senior Brother Lu was in the Divine Gang Realm, he dominated his generation. Now that he has reached the Divine Treasury Realm, he dominates his generation just the same. His final destination surely won't stop at the Dao Foundation..." "Beyond the Dao Foundation..." Disciples marveled in disbelief. Waves of heated chatter echoed through the hall. Whoosh. Only then did someone finally notice Lu Changsheng, reacting a beat too late. "That's Senior Brother Lu Changsheng!" "He's here too!" "Quick, make way! Let Senior Brother Lu get a good look at the Dao Foundation Candidate List!" With that, the packed crowd parted at once to open a path. Every pair of eyes converged onto Lu Changsheng. Admiration, amazement, jealousy—all manner of complicated emotions flickered across their faces. In truth, Lu Changsheng had no need to walk up close. His Perception Domain had already caught sight of the Dao Foundation Candidate List moments ago. Even so, since so many had parted to make way, he naturally accepted their courtesy. Step by step, he strode through the crowd. He walked all the way up before the Dao Foundation Candidate List. Raising his head, Lu Changsheng glanced at the second-ranked name on the list. "Flowing Cloud Sect, Xia Feilong..." A flicker of curiosity crossed Lu Changsheng's eyes. He had heard of Xia Feilong. The former number one on the Dao Foundation Candidate List! Moreover, Xia Feilong had firmly held that top spot for ten whole years. Ten consecutive years as first on the list. Practically no one had ever been able to shake Xia Feilong's position. Yet now, Lu Changsheng had supplanted Xia Feilong. He had dropped in out of nowhere to claim first place! After all, Lu Changsheng had not even been listed on the Dao Foundation Candidate List before this. Third place went to Xiao Wuji of the Martial Limit Sect. He had previously held second place, right behind Xia Feilong. With Lu Changsheng's sudden ascent to first, Xiao Wuji had naturally been pushed down to third. As for the ranks below third, Lu Changsheng had no interest in reading further. In fact, in Lu Changsheng's eyes, this so-called Dao Foundation Candidate List meant very little. Barring any unforeseen accidents, by the next time the Dao Foundation Candidate List was announced, his name would certainly have vanished from it. Because by then, Lu Changsheng would surely have established his Dao Foundation and become a Dao Foundation expert. Why would he care about a mere Dao Foundation Candidate List? Lu Changsheng turned around. His gaze swept across the crowd of disciples in the Mission Hall. A thought struck him. This was an excellent opportunity. Among so many disciples, quite a few were true disciples. "Does any disciple have news regarding curiosities that expand the brain domain?" "If you lack the ability or confidence to contend for such curiosities on your own, you may contact me." "I will step forward to seize the curiosities. When the time comes, everyone involved will naturally receive a share." "If interested, you may come to my cave dwelling to discuss the details." Having said his piece, Lu Changsheng walked straight out through the crowd. As he disappeared, the disciples in the Mission Hall looked at one another in bemusement. Most were merely Divine Gang Realm disciples, with no real need for curiosities that expanded the brain domain. However, there were indeed several true disciples among them. Hearing his words, they began weighing the proposition in their minds. "Lu Changsheng... his strength is truly terrifying. Ranked first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List... Although the list doesn't measure pure combat power alone but rather evaluates every aspect comprehensively, very few within the Divine Treasury Realm could rival his battle prowess. Perhaps teaming up with Lu Changsheng to contest curiosities really is viable." "Last time, the Three Swords of the Heavenly Sect brought Lu Changsheng along to vie for the Cangyun Wonder Fruit, and every one of them reaped a rich harvest. Joining forces with Lu Changsheng might truly be a sound idea." "If we have Lu Changsheng with us, maybe we really can contest the curiosity in that place..." The true disciples' minds began turning over the possibilities. First on the Dao Foundation Candidate List! That title carried immense weight! A person's name preceded them like the shadow of a great tree. Backed by the prestige of holding first place on the list, Lu Changsheng easily commanded the trust of many true disciples. For a time, several people genuinely contemplated whether to collaborate with him. After all, mutual cooperation brought mutual benefit. Still, one could partner with anyone—the crucial element was information regarding curiosities that could expand the brain domain. Without information, everything was moot. At this moment, Lu Changsheng had already returned to his cave dwelling. He intended to wait for a while to see if anyone would come knocking on his door to propose a partnership. Lu Changsheng had known the Dao Foundation Candidate List would cause a stir. Yet he might still have underestimated just how far-reaching its impact would be. In contrast to the excitement and jubilation within the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect, the Huangtian Sect was wrapped in a deathly pall. The announcement of the Dao Foundation Candidate List was equally momentous for the Huangtian Sect. Many disciples had gathered in their Mission Hall, waiting for the list to be revealed. Yet when the list was finally posted, the Huangtian Sect's Mission Hall fell utterly still. They stared dumbfounded at the exceptionally glaring name at the very top. "Lu... Lu Changsheng? How could first place on the Dao Foundation Candidate List be Lu Changsheng?!" "Could there be a mistake? I recall Lu Changsheng's brain domain hasn't even reached ninety li. How is he qualified to be on the list, let alone take first place, reigning above countless Divine Treasury cultivators?!" "How could the Dao Foundation Candidate List be wrong? We're the ones who were wrong... or rather, we underestimated Lu Changsheng far too much. Xu Haotian and Lei Tiandu were both slain by his hand. His strength and potential must have earned the list's recognition, placing him above even Xia Feilong and Xiao Wuji." "Previously, Xia Feilong and Xiao Wuji held first and second. How could they possibly accept being suppressed by a Divine Treasury cultivator who wasn't even on the list before?" "Different perspectives yield different views. Since Lu Changsheng is ranked first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List, Lei Tiandu's death was not unjustified." "This spells trouble. If our Huangtian Sect disciples cross paths with disciples of the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect, we'll probably be mocked mercilessly..." This matter touched many disciples closely, especially the true disciples. Though it brought no substantive harm, face was everything to a cultivator. Whenever they stepped outside, they represented the Huangtian Sect. If they ran into disciples from the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect and had to endure being on the losing end of every verbal spar, it would be bitterly frustrating. Yet what could they do about their frustration? Would they dare go and challenge Lu Changsheng? Utterly impossible! No matter how vexed they felt, they simply had to swallow it. Many even sensed that for the next few years—perhaps even the next decade—disciples of the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect would hold their heads higher than them. As the Dao Foundation Candidate List made its rounds, cries of shock and wonder echoed across the entire Ancient Region. Within the Martial Limit Sect, inside Xiao Wuji's cave dwelling. A pretty woman asked with a smile, "Senior Brother Xiao, you used to be ranked second on the Dao Foundation Candidate List, but now you've dropped to third. Aren't you curious about that Lu Changsheng from the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect?" Xiao Wuji glanced at her and replied calmly, "What would being curious change? Am I supposed to challenge Lu Changsheng? I'm no martial fanatic. Being ranked second or third makes no difference to me." "Besides, the one who should be anxious right now is Xia Feilong. He has strived to be first for decades, keeping me beneath him since our days in the Divine Gang Realm. And now, some out-of-nowhere Divine Treasury cultivator has overtaken him." "He must be going mad, wouldn't you say? Just wait a bit. There might be a good show to watch." The woman's eyes brightened. "Senior Brother Xiao, are you saying Xia Feilong will go challenge Lu Changsheng?" "I can't say for sure. Given Xia Feilong's temper, he certainly won't take kindly to having someone above him. But Lu Changsheng's reputation was hard-earned; he killed Xu Haotian, Lan Tianxiao, and Lei Tiandu. In his battle against Lei Tiandu in particular, he shattered six fused domains head-on—an attack rivaling well over a hundred ordinary domain layers. Against power like that, even Xia Feilong wouldn't dare claim guaranteed victory!" Xiao Wuji shook his head. Having clashed openly and subtly with Xia Feilong for decades, he understood the man's personality intimately. Xia Feilong seemed fiery-tempered and haughty, yet when faced with an equally formidable top-tier expert, he would be extraordinarily cautious. At that very moment, Xia Feilong—the subject of Xiao Wuji's discussion—was also inside his own cave dwelling. Before him stood another true disciple of the Flowing Cloud Sect. "Senior Brother Xia, the Dao Foundation Candidate List was released today. Your first-place spot was taken by Lu Changsheng, who wasn't even on the list before. Now Lu Changsheng sits at the very top, looking down upon all Divine Treasury cultivators!" the true disciple reported softly. Yet Xia Feilong showed no sign of agitation, appearing remarkably calm. This seemed entirely out of character for the Xia Feilong everyone knew. "Lu Changsheng of the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect was capable of slaying Lei Tiandu; his strength already puts him among the very pinnacle of the Divine Treasury Realm." "Furthermore, while in the Divine Gang Realm, Lu Changsheng could slay a Divine Treasury cultivator from below—a feat neither Xiao Wuji nor I could have accomplished back then." "Right now, who knows how many people are hoping I'll challenge Lu Changsheng? They're just waiting to see me or Lu Changsheng make fools of ourselves." "How ridiculous! Am I, Xia Feilong, some trained monkey to dance to their tune?" "Besides, what does being first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List even amount to? In the end, it's still just the Divine Treasury Realm." "Whereas I am on the verge of attaining the Dao Foundation!" "Junior Brother Liu, you may take your leave. I am going into seclusion to establish my Dao Foundation!" The true disciple surnamed Liu stared at Xia Feilong in astonishment. Hearing such words from Xia Feilong's mouth genuinely stunned him. It did not match the Xia Feilong he knew at all. Xia Feilong had not impulsively vowed to challenge Lu Changsheng. Instead, he had swallowed his pride? No, it could not truly be called swallowing his pride. Xia Feilong was about to declare his presence in an entirely different manner— by establishing his Dao Foundation! "Senior Brother Xia, I take my leave." The disciple surnamed Liu soon bowed and departed. Across the Ancient Region, meddlesome Divine Treasury cultivators were buzzing with private speculation. They guessed whether Xia Feilong would challenge Lu Changsheng. After all, Xia Feilong's disposition was well known. He could never bear the thought of anyone surpassing him! Xia Feilong had reigned supreme as the undisputed first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List for ten long years. Lu Changsheng had dropped in out of nowhere and pushed Xia Feilong beneath him. Given Xia Feilong's nature, how could he let the matter rest? Even Lu Changsheng had heard about Xia Feilong's storied deeds, and had assumed Xia Feilong might genuinely come to challenge him. Yet a mere three days later, news came from the Flowing Cloud Sect. Xia Feilong had successfully established his Dao Foundation! Xia Feilong was no longer in the Divine Treasury Realm—he was now a Dao Foundation expert! A wave of astonishment swept across the Ancient Region. "The Dao Foundation! Xia Feilong actually established his Dao Foundation?!" "Xia Feilong is truly Xia Feilong! Rather than challenging Lu Changsheng, he answered everyone by proving he still stands above all Divine Treasury cultivators. Whether he sits first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List means nothing to him!" "Impressive! The moment Xia Feilong decided to establish his Dao Foundation, he succeeded right away... This is truly unbelievable." "Now Lu Changsheng's hold on first place is completely secure! With Xia Feilong having established his Dao Foundation, Xiao Wuji probably isn't far behind. Nobody can shake Lu Changsheng's position now." Divine Treasury cultivators throughout the Ancient Region felt a twinge of regret. A great clash had thus vanished into thin air. ... Inside Lu Changsheng's cave dwelling in the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect, he was receiving a true disciple named Zhang Kong. Zhang Kong said with a smile, "Junior Brother Lu, congratulations. Word came from the Flowing Cloud Sect not long ago that Xia Feilong successfully established his Dao Foundation." "Once Xia Feilong broke through to the Dao Foundation, he naturally wouldn't challenge you. And Xiao Wuji has always been prudent, possessing less strength than Xia Feilong, so he certainly won't challenge you either. Essentially, your position as first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List is rock-solid. Even if you hold it for over a decade like Xia Feilong did, there shouldn't be the slightest problem." Lu Changsheng offered no comment. He had already learned of this news. However, sitting in first place on the Dao Foundation Candidate List for ten years? He held very little interest in such a prospect. No matter how strong the top rank on the Dao Foundation Candidate List was, it was still merely the Divine Treasury Realm. How could it compare to the Dao Foundation? Lu Changsheng truly did not care about the so-called first place on the candidate list. Yet he saw no reason to explain himself either. There was no need. Everyone else envied his unshakable hold on first place; if he claimed he didn't care at a time like this, it would sound insincere and hypocritical. He chose not to explain, preferring to let actions speak for themselves. He would strive to establish his Dao Foundation within a single year! "Senior Brother Zhang Kong, you didn't come all this way just to deliver this news, did you?" Lu Changsheng asked. "Of course not." "I came here to discuss a matter with you, Senior Brother Lu." "I have information regarding a curiosity that can expand the brain domain, though I'm not sure if you dare go contend for it, Junior Brother Lu?" Zhang Kong said with a grin. "What curiosity would I not dare to contend for?" A sharp glint flickered in Lu Changsheng's eyes. Though he did not care much for his ranking on the Dao Foundation Candidate List, he was indeed its genuine, undisputed number one. On the surface, he stood atop the very pinnacle of all Divine Treasury cultivators in the Ancient Region. None could surpass him! With strength like his, what curiosity would he fear to contest? Even so, Zhang Kong would not ask an empty question without cause. There was bound to be a catch. "I know of a curiosity called the Spirit Channeling Flower." "A single Spirit Channeling Flower can expand the brain domain by one li. According to my information, many such flowers grow in that place—at least twenty or more." "However, that place is Gathering Spirit Mountain!" Zhang Kong's words brought instant realization to Lu Changsheng. Gathering Spirit Mountain! That was no domain for martial artists. Gathering Spirit Mountain had always been an area where Immortal Masters roamed. Although there was no explicit rule forbidding martial artists from entering Gathering Spirit Mountain, just as Immortal Masters rarely ventured into martial artist territories, very few martial artists ever set foot on Gathering Spirit Mountain. Venturing there would inevitably cause immense inconvenience. Worse still, if martial artists appeared there intending to seize natural treasures, it would provoke collective outrage. When the time came, they would not be facing just one or two Immortal Masters. In terms of cultivation level, an Immortal Master equated to the Divine Treasury Realm. Yet Immortal Masters possessed a vast repertoire of methods, often far surpassing Divine Treasury cultivators of the same tier in raw versatility and power. Even if Lu Changsheng was first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List and effectively the foremost Divine Treasury cultivator, daring to contest the Spirit Channeling Flowers on Gathering Spirit Mountain would still be fraught with danger. That was why Zhang Kong had asked. Zhang Kong alone would never dare go. Yet if he could bring Lu Changsheng along, the situation would be completely different. Lu Changsheng did not answer immediately. The cave dwelling fell quiet. Suddenly, Lu Changsheng raised his head and looked at Zhang Kong. "Senior Brother Zhang, isn't there one more detail you forgot to mention?" "The Spirit Channeling Flower is no ordinary natural treasure. If I recall correctly, one of the crucial ingredients for the Foundation Establishment Pill—the very pill that drives Qi Refining Immortal Masters mad—is the Spirit Channeling Flower, isn't it?" "Without the Spirit Channeling Flower, a Foundation Establishment Pill cannot be concocted at all!" Lu Changsheng smiled faintly. Zhang Kong looked slightly surprised. He had not expected Lu Changsheng to know the ingredients of a Foundation Establishment Pill. In truth, the primary ingredients were no secret; virtually all Immortal Masters knew them. However, ordinary martial artists rarely paid attention to the ingredients of Immortal Dao pills. Lu Changsheng had simply picked up this knowledge in passing through his Perception Domain on various occasions. "Junior Brother Lu, it seems you are well informed." "Indeed, the Spirit Channeling Flower is one of the primary ingredients for the Foundation Establishment Pill, extraordinarily precious." "I need not state how vital the Foundation Establishment Pill is, right? For Immortal Masters seeking to advance to Foundation Establishment, nearly all must rely on it. Only those possessing Heavenly Spiritual Roots might manage without one, yet an Immortal Master with a Heavenly Spiritual Root is a rare occurrence seen once in a millennium." "Therefore, once word of the Spirit Channeling Flowers leaks out, countless top-tier Immortal Masters will flock there—especially those on the Foundation Establishment Candidate List, whose strength is world-shaking and whose methods are bizarre and unpredictable." "If it were just me, I wouldn't dare go to Gathering Spirit Mountain. But you, Junior Brother Lu, are the illustrious first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List, essentially the foremost Divine Treasury cultivator. If you go, we might actually succeed in seizing some Spirit Channeling Flowers." "My condition isn't greedy: if we secure fifteen or more flowers, I only want five. If we get fewer than fifteen, I won't take a single one." Zhang Kong's terms were remarkably sincere. If they obtained fifteen or more flowers, Zhang Kong would take five, leaving Lu Changsheng with at least ten— enough to expand his brain domain by ten li. That would already be a tremendous gain, bringing Lu Changsheng one step closer to a hundred-li domain. And what if they managed to seize twenty-five flowers? Then Lu Changsheng would claim twenty, directly expanding his brain domain by twenty li. As for the fact that it was Immortal Dao territory... So long as they were Qi Refining Immortal Masters, would Lu Changsheng be afraid? With a hundred domain layers, Lu Changsheng might have been afraid. With a hundred and fifty layers, he would be cautious. With two hundred layers, he would be confident. With two hundred and fifty layers... Lu Changsheng had nothing to fear! Qi Refining Immortal Masters might possess varied and bizarre techniques, but beneath a fusion domain rivaling two hundred and fifty layers, what use would any of those tricks be? Right now, nobody knew Lu Changsheng's true depth of strength. Their impressions were likely frozen at the hundred and fifty layers he had revealed when slaying Lei Tiandu. "Senior Brother Zhang, your offer is very sincere. I agree—let us make a trip to Gathering Spirit Mountain!" Lu Changsheng spoke at last. Though his voice was calm, his tone was decisive and beyond doubt. Zhang Kong had merely provided information, yet that information was easily worth five Spirit Channeling Flowers. Zhang Kong understood the bigger picture, knew when to yield and advance, and had the courage to take a gamble. This earned him Lu Changsheng's respect. Among the true disciples of the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect, there were indeed capable individuals. Furthermore, Zhang Kong's strength was not inferior to Xu Haotian's; he likely possessed the power of sixty to eighty domain layers. Such strength already ranked him among top-tier Divine Treasury cultivators. "Wonderful! With your aid, Junior Brother Lu, this trip to Gathering Spirit Mountain may truly yield great rewards!" "Without delay, the Spirit Channeling Flowers will mature soon. Those Qi Refining Immortal Masters have already headed to Gathering Spirit Mountain, so we must set out as early as possible." Lu Changsheng nodded. "There is no time to lose. We depart immediately." Lu Changsheng had always acted with swift resolve. Now that the choice was made, there was nothing to hesitate over. The sooner, the better! "Good, let us set out immediately!" Zhang Kong nodded in agreement. Without lingering, the two descended the mountain side by side, making haste toward Gathering Spirit Mountain. Gathering Spirit Mountain lay far from the Ancient Region Heavenly Sect. After all, it belonged to Immortal Dao territory. Traveling at full speed, it took even the two of them a full ten days to reach Gathering Spirit Mountain. As they approached, they crossed paths with more and more Immortal Masters. Those Immortal Masters appeared surprised to see Lu Changsheng and Zhang Kong, not expecting to run into martial artists near Gathering Spirit Mountain. Even so, the Immortal Masters paid them little mind. Immortal Masters were aloof and proud, looking down from on high. Compared to martial artists, Immortal Masters held every advantage; even Divine Treasury cultivators rarely commanded their respect. Neither Lu Changsheng nor Zhang Kong cared. It was better if the Immortal Masters ignored them, allowing them to reach the valley where the Spirit Channeling Flowers grew even faster. A few hours later, Zhang Kong halted his steps. "We're here! A large cluster of Spirit Channeling Flowers grows in the valley ahead." "However, it seems we arrived late. The number of Immortal Masters in the valley is astonishingly high. This is bad." "I originally estimated there would be thirty to fifty Immortal Masters at most, with perhaps a dozen from the Foundation Establishment Candidate List." "But looking at it now, several hundred Qi Refining Immortal Masters are gathered inside. As for top Immortal Masters from the Foundation Establishment Candidate List, there are probably dozens, maybe even figures ranked in the top ten..." Zhang Kong's expression turned grim. He felt the situation slipping out of control. For a natural treasure as vital as the Spirit Channeling Flower—a core ingredient of the Foundation Establishment Pill—how could the Immortal Masters who caught wind of it have spread the word everywhere? After all, the fewer competitors there were, the greater their own chances of securing the flowers. There was no reason to broadcast it and draw so massive a crowd. Yet now, several hundred Immortal Masters filled the valley. Such a terrifying number. Under normal circumstances, it wouldn't matter, but if two martial artists dared step forward to vie for the Spirit Channeling Flowers, it would undoubtedly draw collective fury. When that happened, they would be besieged by countless Qi Refining Immortal Masters. That was no laughing matter. In a scenario like that, they would surely die! "Junior Brother Lu, the circumstances have changed. It's far too dangerous for us to contest the Spirit Channeling Flowers now." "How about we retreat?" "No matter how important the Spirit Channeling Flowers are, they aren't worth our lives. There's no need to clash to the death with hundreds of Qi Refining Immortal Masters..." Zhang Kong tried to dissuade him. Clearly, he had already developed the urge to back out. Even if Lu Changsheng ranked first on the Dao Foundation Candidate List and stood as the foremost Divine Treasury cultivator, facing hundreds of Qi Refining Immortal Masters on Gathering Spirit Mountain was something even the strongest Divine Treasury cultivator might fail to survive. "Retreat now?" Lu Changsheng shook his head. His expression remained remarkably serene, showing no sign of wavering before the presence of several hundred Qi Refining Immortal Masters. "Senior Brother Zhang, since we have already come, how can we leave without contending?" "Besides, leaving now—wouldn't you find that a pity?" "After all, the Spirit Channeling Flowers have matured..." As Lu Changsheng's voice fell, Zhang Kong jerked his head up toward the valley. The Spirit Channeling Flowers, which had previously been tight buds waiting to open, were now slowly blooming petal by petal. This signaled that the Spirit Channeling Flowers had fully matured! Down in the valley below, every Qi Refining Immortal Master resting with eyes closed snapped their gaze open. "The Spirit Channeling Flowers have matured! Harvest them now!" "Anyone who dares take a step forward dies!" "This humble Daoist has already laid out the Spirit Severing Array! Let us see who dares contest the Spirit Channeling Flowers with me!" "Xuanzhen, you dare deploy a talisman treasure to damage my array?!" In an instant, countless Immortal Masters who had once looked otherworldly and dignified cast aside all decorum. Killing intent flared as every face twisted into a fierce snarl. A clash between Immortal Masters was entirely different from a battle between martial artists. Grand arrays, dharma artifacts, talismans, spells, and talisman treasures shot wildly across the sky, releasing terrifying waves of might. A mere brush against any of them would reduce an ordinary cultivator to ash. Talisman treasures in particular were consumable oddities, their sheer power shaking heaven and earth, far eclipsing any ordinary dharma artifact. They were essentially single-use magic treasures. Magic treasures ranked far above dharma artifacts; typically, only Foundation Establishment Dao Lords could refine and wield the true might of a magic treasure. Thus, a talisman treasure—equivalent to a one-time magic treasure—could, in a sense, rival certain techniques of a Dao Lord. Of course, it merely rivaled certain techniques; it could never truly compare to an actual Dao Lord. Watching the chaotic scene unfold before his eyes, Zhang Kong's face drained of color. Experienced and battle-hardened though he was, having carved his way up through slaughter, the frightening methods of these Immortal Masters still struck dread into his heart. "Junior Brother Lu, how about we just let it go..." Zhang Kong's voice trembled faintly. Yet Lu Changsheng remained unmoved. He even offered a faint smile. "Senior Brother Zhang, it's our turn to act." "Remember: do not spare a single Spirit Channeling Flower. Harvest every last one of them!" "As for those Qi Refining Immortal Masters, I shall suppress them with my own hands!" The moment his words fell, Lu Changsheng stepped forward. With a single flicker of his body, he crossed directly into the valley. And with every step he took, a distinct domain manifested around him. Hum. One step, two steps, three steps... Lu Changsheng's domains descended in an overwhelming tide. "A Divine Treasury cultivator! A Divine Treasury cultivator dared come to Gathering Spirit Mountain to vie for the Spirit Channeling Flowers?!" "What reckless audacity! A mere martial artist dares intrude upon Gathering Spirit Mountain?!" "Since when does a petty Divine Treasury cultivator have the nerve to come here and contend for our Spirit Channeling Flowers?" "In recent years, those martial artists have grown far too arrogant. A mere Divine Treasury cultivator dares run wild here? Even the top ten of their Dao Foundation Candidate List are nothing more than clay chickens and pottery dogs, easily slain by a single flying sword from our Immortal Masters!" "Hmph, watch this humble Daoist's flying sword pierce his domain and tear him to shreds!" Sensing Lu Changsheng's domains, the Immortal Masters erupted into fury, their rage surging toward the sky. None of them recognized Lu Changsheng, nor did they care to know him. All they needed to know was that he was a martial artist. While Immortal Masters fought for the Spirit Channeling Flowers, what business did a Divine Treasury martial artist have intruding? He was simply courting death! Gathering Spirit Mountain was no place for any stray dog to wander into! Even a cultivator from the Dao Foundation Candidate List would find nothing here but an early grave!