Triggering the Quest, First Stage

The crimson-gold Eternal Fire was dazzlingly bright.

Chen Ning walked through the void.

The branches extending from the Pagoda Divine Tree were instantly consumed by the flames.

Turned to ashes.

The main body of the Pagoda Divine Tree was swaying and trembling with fear.

"This... this is..."

"This is a terrifying flame far stronger than Three Thousand Thunderfire!"

"Even the branches of that Pagoda Divine Tree can be melted in an instant, let alone the body of Martial Venerable."

"Damn it! How can he be so strong?"

The crowd was taken aback.

Ling Yang of the Heavenly Demon Wonder Manor, in particular, clenched his fists tightly.

I originally wanted to see Chen Ning killed by that Pagoda Divine Tree.

As a result, even the sacred tree retreated in fear.

Countless branches began to shrink frantically towards the main body.

"When did he acquire such terrifying fire power?"

Ling Yang's expression was grim.

Previously, in the Heavenly Demon Wonder Manor, Chen Ning's left eye possessed the power of an unparalleled demon.

Make the demon ape bow its head.

Now, he was surrounded by such terrifying flames.

Wouldn't it be very difficult for Ling Yang to avenge this humiliation?

Heavenly Lake Divine Son Xiao Qian gazed intently at Chen Ning's back, which resembled that of a fiery deity.

Even with his three thousand years of State of Mind.

At this moment, I am also shocked.

If even the Heavenly Lake Divine Son is like this, let alone the few remaining prodigies.

Both Yin-Yang Saints were deeply affected.

Let's not talk about them.

The brilliance Chen Ning exuded at this moment paled in comparison to even the older generation of powerful figures.

If Chen Ning is like the bright moon at this moment...

They are nothing more than faint stars.

It cannot rival its brilliance.

The Asura Divine Son's eyes were filled with resentment, and his face was extremely gloomy.

Even before entering this secret realm, Chen Ning had already stolen his thunder.

Then they killed his allies right in front of him.

Later, in front of everyone, he said that his Asura Divine Son was a piece of trash.

Now, once again, it shines brightly in front of everyone.

His brilliance overshadowed everyone else.

This was the first time in all these years that the Asura Divine Son had been so jealous of someone.

He is even more powerful than the Heavenly Lake Divine Son.

Even the gray-robed elder from the Yin-Yang Holy Land watched Chen Ning's retreating figure.

At this moment, one can't help but sigh, "If this child doesn't perish, his future will be limitless!"

The white-robed saint among the Yin-Yang Saints was also surprised upon hearing this.

To receive such praise from one's martial uncle is already quite an achievement.

This further illustrates the extraordinary talent of Sect Leader Chen of the Dragon-Seeking Sect.

At this moment.

All the branches of the Pagoda Divine Tree began to crumble and fall.

Shivering.

That was a tremor from the very soul.

"Intruder... please forgive me... take all these fruits!"

The divine tree was actually begging for mercy.

This seemed utterly unbelievable to everyone.

The Pagoda Divine Tree had been toying with them all along was now cautiously begging for mercy.

They even felt it was a little unreal.

But it just happened right before my eyes.

Then the next moment.

They seemed to be taking advantage of Chen Ning's momentary lapse in concentration.

The canopy of the Pagoda Divine Tree trembled violently.

Countless leaves shot out like a storm.

"A sneak attack?"

"You can't take a joke, you little piece of trash."

Chen Ning dismissed the Pagoda Divine Tree's feigned surrender with disdain.

The flying leaves landed in the surrounding flames.

It turned to ashes in an instant.

Chen Ning showed no mercy, unleashing a wave of crimson-gold flames.

The terrifyingly high temperature contained within the flames evaporated all the moisture in the air of this region.

Everyone felt like they were suffocating.

The power of the fire wave was terrifying!

Tell me everything you know.

Chen Ning approached the main trunk of the ancient tree and said calmly.

The divine tree fell silent upon hearing this.

Silence fell.

After a long pause, he slowly spoke, "Intruder, knowing too much is not a good thing for you."

Chen Ning smiled.

The fact that the divine tree made such a statement proves that it must know a lot.

This tree has lived for so many years.

It has spanned countless eras.

They must know the secret of this hidden realm.

The creatures here are acting as if they are on a mission.

Why were they intruders?

And who ordered them to guard this place?

There must be an even bigger secret behind all of this.

This is what Chen Ning wants to investigate.

This is also the system notification that was just triggered.

That legendary main quest that has remained silent for so long.

Finally, for the first time ever, a notification appeared.

"Ding! Congratulations, host, you have triggered the first stage of the legendary main quest: Exploring the Secrets of the Heavenly Lake Secret Realm."

This task was originally entrusted to us by the second-generation sect leader.

Because of insufficient strength at the time, they never went to Central Province.

Now that I've arrived in Central Province, I've stumbled upon the Heavenly Lake Secret Realm by fortuitous opportunity, and to my surprise, I've triggered the first stage.

Since it's been triggered...

Then it must be completed.

This involves not only the secrets of the First-Generation Sect Master.

It also relates to one's own rewards.

Chen Ning has already fully tasted the sweetness of the legendary reward.

We must continue to obtain more legendary rewards.

Only then can one truly act with impunity in Central Province.

After all.

Having just arrived in Central Province, I've already offended several of the top ten super powers.

How can I face those terrifying opponents without racking up some legendary rewards?

However, the Pagoda Divine Tree did not wish to reveal this.

"If you don't tell me, I'll burn you to the ground."

Upon hearing Pagoda Divine Tree...

It seemed to be filled with a sense of resolute determination.

Then the human face that had appeared on the tree trunk began to tremble violently.

It seemed to be enduring boundless pain.

And then...

The human face vanished.

This ancient Pagoda Divine Tree, whose lifespan was unknown, died suddenly, ultimately choosing this method to preserve its secret.

Chen Ning was taken aback.

They'd rather die than tell—what a colossal secret this is!

The next moment.

Chen Ning reached out and accepted the pure Immortal Source Crystal.

Then they picked all the Divine Fruit as well.

Place it into the spatial ring.

The crowd behind them was filled with envy.

Then.

His figure flickered, returning to the starting point behind him.

After landing steadily.

Everything before them vanished completely.

Everyone felt another wave of spatial distortion wash over them.

Then.

They found themselves back on the mountaintop.

The ancient bell still hangs here.

Only.

The biggest winner was actually the leader of the Dragon-Seeking Sect.

This was something no one had expected.

In addition, many people lost their lives in pursuit of this fortuitous opportunity.

Even a disciple from the Heavenly Lake Holy Land was forever lost in this secret realm.

At this time.

Many eyes were focused on Chen Ning.

Chen Ning smiled slightly, not taking it to heart.

Having obtained so many Divine Fruits, he will surely become the target of everyone's criticism.

This was something Chen Ning had anticipated.

That's why he didn't make a move until the Pagoda Divine Tree had exhausted them before he went to pick the Divine Fruit.

Now.

Among the senior experts present, those still capable of fighting included a Nine-Star Martial Venerable from the Asura Divine Sect, a gray-robed elder from the Yin-Yang Holy Land, and their own ally, Zhuge Yi.

As for the Nine-Star Martial Venerable of the Snow God Pavilion, he was also injured in the recent battle.

The Eight-Star Martial Venerable of the Heavenly Demon Wonder Manor is not worth worrying about at all.

"Sect Leader Chen, so many people have perished for the Divine Fruit. Isn't it a bit inappropriate for you to keep it all for yourself?"

The old man in gray looked at Chen Ning and asked in a deep voice.

At this moment.

Zhuge Yi stepped forward and declared loudly, "Our Star God Palace fully supports the Dragon-Seeking Sect; we will stand together through thick and thin!"

Zhuge Yi naturally recognized Chen Ning's extraordinary qualities.

At that moment, he stepped forward without hesitation.

As the saying goes, it's better to offer help in times of need than to add flowers to brocade.

Sect Leader Chen is in trouble right now, and helping him is most valuable at this time.

Seeing Zhuge Yi's attitude, the old man in gray also frowned.

He was naturally aware of Chen Ning's extraordinary abilities.

The Divine Fruit is rare; don't miss this opportunity.

Without the instructions of the two Holy Lords, he didn't know whether he would be friends or enemies with the Dragon-Seeking Sect in the future.

Therefore, he won't push too hard.

Instead, they fell into hesitation.