Falling Path Incident
Under the pitch-black night sky, the Fire Spring rippled, making Kunlun City appear as if draped in a red veil.
"Senior Cao stood atop the clouds, overlooking the entire Night Mist World. After establishing his undefeated reputation, even his disciples astonished the entire world."
"The road ahead is long, I hope Junior Brother Li can go far enough."
Pu Heng and his friend were all smiles as they talked about their junior brother in the tea room, because they had just received news that Li Qingxu had already "set off".
The Immortal Seed represents the future foundation of the sect.
Their lineage needs this kind of accumulation to continue the glory created by Cao Qianqiu...
In the Secret Realm, two Divine Rainbow stretched across the sky, attracting attention from all directions.
That was a clash between Demon Seed and Immortal Seed. No one expected them to fight in this way, reaching the sky in a spectacular display.
Some people were quite nervous, while others were expectant, all looking up and watching, waiting for a "major accident" to occur. This was because some people anticipated that a "Falling Path" incident might happen today.
"Niu Ben, our Demon Race has such a powerful figure! This has boosted our morale, enhanced our prestige, and given us boundless confidence!" Some demons trembled with excitement as they shouted.
They were anticipating the Demon Seed knocking down the Immortal Seed seed. Although they couldn't participate, they were already mesmerized and their blood was boiling.
In the sky, the two "seeds" collided on their Imperial Road, creating a stunning spectacle that showered down large amounts of light. One of the paths was badly broken at the edge, teetering on the verge of collapse!
"The Immortal Path... is unstable!"
Some of Li Qingxu's close disciples had their pupils contract, sensing that the worst was about to happen.
The crimson path was shrouded in Yao Qi energy and purple Purple Mist, with dragon roars echoing throughout, growing increasingly powerful as if it intended to sweep across the Secret Realm.
The other path collapsed from the edge, and the scattered streams of light all rushed towards the Fiend Path on the other side. This is a true example of one side gaining and the other losing.
After several collisions, the light of the Immortal Path was severely depleted.
It grew increasingly dim, and the sound of collapse could be clearly heard; much of it shattered, and the road narrowed.
The fragments flew to the other side, spreading across the Fiend Path, widening and solidifying it. "Is this what they call a road struggle? It's fully materialized!" someone exclaimed.
The two paths stretched across the sky. In their final clash, the Immortal Path shattered into pieces, narrowing to less than half its original size. One more strike and it would be completely severed.
Moreover, at that moment, people saw Li Qingxu's figure; his hair was disheveled, and his body was falling. "Falling Path has occurred!" someone shouted.
However, at the last moment, Li Qingxu grabbed the edge of the broken path with one hand and climbed up again. His chest heaved, and his emotions fluctuated violently!
He was extremely unwilling to accept this defeat. In this crucial struggle, under the watchful eyes of everyone, he had almost Falling Path and was actually defeated by a demon from the plateau.
He's Cao Qianqiu's disciple, how could he be defeated?!
The cold voice reminded him to cherish every moment of his journey ahead. As the loser, he still had one chance to challenge his opponent, and he had to seize it.
When Li Qingxu heard the words "cherish every moment," he wanted to smash the road with a stick, because he felt a strong sense of humiliation.
At this moment, he was forced to leave the golden brick and jade tile building, and watched helplessly as the incense stick that had helped him attain enlightenment, as well as the futon, flew away.
Then, he almost bit his teeth off, his face turning ashen, because those divine objects had flown towards the Fiend Path, aiding the enemy right before his eyes.
During the struggle, he failed, and the "gifts" he was enjoying became the Famous Fiend's spoils. This situation made him extremely angry and his chest felt tight.
"Li Qingxu has been defeated! He just fell, and the path was about to break!"
"Our immortal Immortal Seed from the Beyond the Mundane Pure Land can't even defeat the Demon Seed from the plateau! Old Senior Cao must be feeling quite ashamed." The Secret Realm was filled with noise as many people discussed the battle, which had caused Xuanran.
"Hehe, my Demon Race truly lives up to its reputation as the most favored race by Heaven. No matter the era, there are always heroes who can shake the heavens and the earth. Another Great God is about to rise!"
"Quickly send a strange bird to the depths of the plateau to inform our Demon Race's Old Senior to come to the Secret Realm to meet them and protect the Demon Seed. They mustn't be harmed by the old monsters of the Immortal Path."
In this heated discussion, different groups have completely different mindsets.
But one thing is common: the desire to admire the strong. Winners are often glorious, while losers are often lonely and slandered.
Xin Youdao, Jiang Ruoli, Liu Hannya, and the others were all somewhat dazed. They knew very well who it was, but they couldn't comment on it here.
They were deeply impressed. The young man who was traveling with them had first slain the Demon Seed and then defeated the Immortal Seed, truly accomplishing one feat after another!
Li Qingxu's Qi and Blood and qi surged. Although they only clashed on the Imperial Road and did not actually come into contact, the broken Immortal Path beneath his feet clearly demonstrated the situation of this battle.
Soon after, he calmed himself and muttered to himself, "How could such Demon Seed appear among the strange creatures of the plateau? Why have I never heard of it before?" "If this were a real battle, would I have been Entire Process crushed by him?"
He found it hard to accept this reality.
"Not necessarily." The mechanical voice sounded again. Li Qingxu suddenly looked up and asked, "What do you mean?"
"This is the result of the collision of your respective 'achievements' on your paths, and it's related to the various evaluations you received along the way. Practical experience is only one factor among them."
Upon hearing this, Li Qingxu's eyes lit up. He had only clashed a few times, but he had already tasted defeat, which made him doubt himself.
He asked, "Explain in detail, what factors were included in those evaluations?"
"Practical experience, comprehension, physical foundation, the vision of a trailblazer, the ineffable inspiration..." The more Li Qingxu listened, the uglier his expression became. He felt it would have been better not to ask at all; he was even more displeased.
Aside from practical experience, which of these factors doesn't relate to the future? Are they all advantages for the other side?
Li Qingxu stared at the broken path beneath his feet, his face ashen, and said, "I want to fight him in real combat!"
He knew very well that it was impossible to fight on the Imperial Road. If they clashed again, the road would definitely be cut off. He had no choice but to engage in a real bloody battle!
"Yes, he will soon enter the Nodes, where there is a practical training ground. However, to protect those with exceptional talent and a pioneering spirit, the training must be conducted in the same area."
Li Qingxu nodded and said, "No problem!"
Qin Ming reflected on his actions and realized he had acted rashly this time.
He didn't want to cause trouble, but he was unfamiliar with the rules of this place. Because he disliked Li Qingxu, he smashed his statue, which resulted in this confrontation.
"Huh?" He was surprised to see the incense burner and futon flying in from afar.
Soon, he learned from the cold voices what they were for, perhaps even more effective than the tea he had drunk before that helped people achieve enlightenment!
The incense stick had gone out temporarily, but it could be relit at any time.
"What kind of being are you?" Qin Ming asked.
The mechanical voice informed it that it was the Heavenly Fiend Realm here, the Immortal Mirror on the Immortal Path, and the God Mirror on the God Path; it was a damaged rare treasure.
Qin Ming was shocked; even a broken treasure was in such a state, which was quite astonishing.
The Heavenly Fiend Mirror said, "A descendant with the ambition to pave the way, if you demonstrate outstanding performance again, you may have the opportunity to fully restore the Shattered Demon Seed."
It actually drew such a big pancake.
Qin Ming was stunned. He had refined two Fragmented Demon Seed and mastered the <Dragon Snake Scripture>. To embark on the Fiend Path, he still possessed three...
How could something be completely replaced when not a single particle was moved?
In this way, it seems that the unfinished Ninth New Life, as well as the completion of the Golden Cicada Scripture and the Undying Butterfly Scripture, are all within reach.
This is truly a delightful surprise!
"What constitutes outstanding performance?" he asked.
"Sever one path," the Heavenly Fiend Mirror responded.
Qin Ming was very disappointed that the confrontation not long ago was stopped by the mirror; otherwise, if they had exchanged blows again, Li Qingxu's path would have been cut off!
He carefully assessed the situation and concluded that Li Qingxu was indeed very strong. However, once he stepped into the Outer Saint Domain, he would not need to avoid this person in reality.
Soon after, Qin Ming entered New Life Path and already knew about the problem with the plaza Nodes. Before stepping inside, he changed his appearance.
And so he darted between the two roads, moving forward rapidly in a bizarre manner.
Li Qingxu decided to take revenge. Not long ago, he was in a deep Enlightenment Realm, trying to comprehend a supreme martial art, but he was not only interfered with by that demon, but his path was almost cut off.
He has now arrived at a plaza Nodes on the road ahead, preparing to bombard the statue that the enemy has manifested there, so that the demon can also taste the feeling of being "interrupted".
He guessed that after obtaining the incense and the futon, the other party would definitely fall into a state of enlightenment, and it would be his turn to make a move!
When Li Qingxu arrived at the square, the first thing he saw was that demon, so lifelike and full of wildness.
He strode forward, his face cold, and swung the Purple Bamboo Staff in his hand, aiming directly at the demon's head without saying a word.
With a thud, the entire square shook slightly.
"What's going on?" He discovered that the statue was completely undamaged, let alone blown off.
Li Qingxu refused to believe in evil spirits. This time, his whole body glowed, and he raised the bamboo stick high in his hand before smashing it down with all his might. Boom!
Wherever the bamboo stick passed, lightning flashed and thunder roared, runes swirling around it, yet the statue remained unharmed after taking the blow. The demon's eyes and brows exuded arrogance, its face bearing a cold smile, as if mocking him.
Li Qingxu swung his bamboo stick repeatedly, but he couldn't break the statue. "Why is this happening?!" he exclaimed, his face icy.
The Immortal Mirror explained, "This is a manifestation based on physical foundation, comprehension, and visionary perspective..." "Enough talk, give me a real fight!" Li Qingxu slammed his staff into the ground.
On the plateau, an old demon received a report from a strange bird that a remarkable Demon Seed had emerged in the Secret Realm, powerfully suppressing a Immortal Seed, and might soon sever a Immortal Path.
"Need our protection? Hmm, no one can interfere with those paths. Fine, we can send people to guard outside the Secret Realm to provide support."
"They want to conquer this plateau? Ha, what a brilliant idea! Too bad they don't know how deep the waters run here. In the end, they won't even know who the prey will be!"
In Kunlun City, Pu Heng, Cao Qianqiu's eldest disciple, was having tea with a friend when he was informed that there was new information about his junior brother, Li Qingxu.
He remained calm and unhurried, taking a sip of tea before accepting the letter delivered by the strange bird with a faint smile, and slowly unfolding it.
(There's more to come!)