Welcoming an Unprecedented Golden Age

Under the cover of night, the Fire Spring meanders across the snow-covered ground. As the wind blows, snowflakes fall softly from the green bamboo, and the Golden Vine glow with a warm light like the morning sun in the bitter cold.

This was at the Mountain River Academy. Qin Ming stood in front of his old residence, read the letter, and flicked his finger, turning the paper into dust.

"Let me go on a pilgrimage," the "Past Tathagata" lineage is as powerful as ever. He gazed at the frozen lake ahead.

Without a doubt, these people have already established themselves in the Tathagata Sect and have many followers.

In the Past Tathagata himself was already extremely terrifying, with unfathomable strength. After all, having mastered the Chaos Force, he was probably unmatched in the Sixth Realm.

Moreover, he was the senior master of the Martial Uncle in this Present Tathagata, and his seniority and spiritual attainment were unparalleled.

However, Qin Ming had even greater respect for the "Old Tathagata" who died in the Battle of the God's Fall Plain.

In a sense, the "Past Tathagata" who returned from Pugong usurped the title of the "Old Tathagata".

Qin Ming frowned deeply, his expression quite solemn. Looking across Night Prefecture, there were not many people who could restrain the "Grand Emperor" of the Tathagata Sect.

Now, the fact that his teacher—one of the originators of Silk Book Method —is about to return in person is definitely a major event that will shake the world.

That living Sage is a renowned figure even in Foreign Domain. It is rumored that he will likely reach the Seventh Realm by using the Grotto-Heaven Ruins in Pugong.

If the news is true, it would be quite alarming.

Qin Ming seriously doubted that even Earth Immortal would be no match for this Ancestor.

No one understood better than him the terrifying aspect of Silk Book Method: after integrating various Extraordinary Art and methods, it could defeat opponents with higher levels of cultivation.

The premise is that you must ensure that you don't explode.

Because once this method reaches the Fifth Realm, it becomes extremely unstable and exceptionally dangerous for both oneself and others.

This living Sage has been gone for over five hundred years, and is about to make a triumphant return, stirring up a new era!

If this Ancestor were to return to Night Prefecture, it would be fine for Qin Ming, as a junior, to pay his respects. However, the Tathagata lineage had Past Tathagata Lineage.

The letter he just received was written in a very forceful tone, as if it were an order or command. It was just a notice tied to a crow's leg that made him humble himself and rush off immediately.

Clearly, the other party considers itself the legitimate successor and always looks down on the "collateral line." No matter how amazing Qin Ming is, he is slighted because he has no one behind him.

In fact, he was the only one left in this lineage, a junior. In the eyes of the Past Tathagata Lineage, the declining "collateral branch" naturally had to obey the orders of the main lineage.

Since the Sage has not yet officially returned, Qin Ming remained calm and did not need to respond immediately.

Snowflakes landed on his neck, feeling slightly cool, and he came back to his senses.

"Huh, is someone staying at that place over there?" A disciple of the Mountain River Academy exclaimed in surprise from afar.

"Isn't that the residence of Qin Ming and Wu Yaozu, two of the most legendary figures in our academy?"

"It's very likely that Qin Ming is back!"

Amid the wind and snow, some disciples were talking amongst themselves, causing a commotion, but no one came to disturb them.

Qin Ming was speechless. He was also a disciple of the Mountain River Academy, but he had been away for almost a year and a half due to his participation in the Western Territory War and other operations, and had actually become a "legend".

Many disciples looked on with fervent admiration.

Qin Ming, as the face of the New Life Path, has been frequently mentioned in the Night Report recently, causing a sensation. The younger students in the university are all proud to hear about it.

As for his Senior Brother and Senior Sister, their feelings were even more complicated, as many of them had witnessed his rise to prominence.

Qin Ming chose to spend some time in quiet contemplation here, and also planned to consult some materials in the Library Tower of various universities.

"Brother Qin." Xin Youdao came to visit with his childhood Cheng Rui.

A lot has happened in just a year and a half. The elites of the Mountain River Academy have all participated in the Western Territory War, and some of them have been left forever on the God's Fall Plain.

Xin Youdao had clearly matured a lot, and said, "Speaking of which, these two lakeside houses were actually snatched from us by you and Wu Yaozu."

They all laughed when these things were mentioned, as if it were just yesterday.

Wu Yaozu returned in the evening.

Recently, Kunling has become a place of great interest. People from Earthen City have emerged, and the scorching sun shines from Outer Domain. Little Wu, who loves excitement, often goes out to parties and enjoys them immensely.

Xiang Yiwu also returned with him; the Tathagata's Abandoned Disciple was unwilling to return to his somewhat chaotic mountain sect.

With a thud, Qin Ming flicked his finger and created an ice hole in the lake. He then used the Heavenly Light as threads to fish out several Dragon Carp.

Soon, the colorful, shimmering fish in the hot pot will be cooked, and the fresh grilled Dragon Carp will also be ready to serve.

Li Qingyue appeared, but she had not yet left.

For several days, the Ancestral Court of various religions have been in chaos. Earth Immortal have emerged and are forcefully pushing for unification. Whether it is Esoteric Sect or the Immortal Path, there is no longer Pure Land.

These days, Li Qingyue is very relaxed. Accompanied by Qin Ming, she travels all over Kunlun City, going in and out of the streets and alleys, eating all kinds of local delicacies. She is no longer so ethereal and otherworldly, and is quite down-to-earth.

She was even interested in the beads and jade hairpins sold at street stalls, and once tried wearing them on her head.

When Wu Yaozu saw Xin Youdao carefully handing Cheng Rui a freshly roasted, fragrant Dragon Carp, he couldn't help but say, "Old Daoist, you're truly a good man."

Then he discovered that Qin Ming was in charge of showcasing his cooking skills, while Li Qingyue was putting the deboned fish meat into the former's bowl.

Wu Yaozu immediately sighed and said, "I have a feeling I shouldn't have come back tonight. This Spirit Fish has lost its flavor; I'm already full."

Xiang Yiwu said, "Are you full? Then hurry up and grill five Dragon Carp for me."

"Da Xiang, you've gone too far!" Wu Yaozu said. In such a gentle atmosphere, it was really inappropriate for him to have a burly man serving him.

For the next two weeks, Night Prefecture was in turmoil.

In the Great Gan Dynasty, an old imperial uncle explicitly opposed the annexation of the Imperial Dynasty, refusing to obey the will of the Earth Immortal, otherwise he would rather die.

He died suddenly that night.

It should be noted that this was a Grandmaster at the Peak Fifth Realm, still in the prime of his life, and his sudden death caused Xuanran.

At the time, Mu Qinghe was in the Heavenly God Palace, an important faction within the Esoteric Sect sect, so it was clearly not her doing.

But this is more intimidating; even if the Earth Immortal doesn't intervene, someone else will still do it for him.

To dare to attack Grandmaster of the Imperial Dynasty shows just how domineering and powerful the opponent is. Many people believe that the mysterious expert is carrying out the will of the Earth Immortal.

Many people already know that Mu Qinghe will first try to be polite before resorting to force, but now she may be about to show her tough side.

"Why is she so ruthless, with a sense of urgency, even a bit impatient? What exactly does she plan to do after unifying Night Prefecture?"

Major organizations have been forced to take this matter very seriously and are all analyzing and studying this Earth Immortal.

"Could she be planning to use the power of unification to achieve the Heavenly Immortal Fruition?" a Old Senior at the Sixth Realm speculated.

Immediately, many people showed a solemn expression.

In ancient times, once a powerful individual reached the Sixth Realm, they could consider becoming a god or an immortal.

Most beings can only become Insignificant God or Feathered Immortal, while the exceptionally gifted can become Earth Immortal or Earth God. After that, their potential is mostly locked.

However, since ancient times, there have been legends of Heavenly God and Heavenly Immortal.

"It is extremely difficult for Earth Immortal to break free from the shackles and ascend to the Heavenly Immortal, but it is not impossible. However, the conditions are extremely demanding. Could it be that she is seeking one of the Immortal Path?" People couldn't help but wonder.

However, some people quickly shook their heads, saying that even if Mu Qinghe wanted to break through to the Heavenly Immortal, she probably wouldn't dare to do such a thing.

After all, Earthen City was connected to Jade Capital; how could she dare to do such a thing for her own selfish reasons?

The fact that Jade Capital is not in existence does not mean that it is completely dead. If Mu Qinghe dares to act recklessly, the upside-down city will probably bring great calamity upon her.

"If she is truly following the will of Jade Capital and is trying to unify Night Prefecture as quickly as possible, then that's even more terrifying. What could be the reason, and what major event is involved that requires such a push?"

Even the Ancestor of each path began to be suspicious, and some things became more unsettling the more one thought about them.

The following day, a rumor spread that a princess of the Great Yu Dynasty had been exceptionally accepted as Registered Disciple by the Earth Immortal Mu Qinghe, which caused a huge uproar.

Two days later, in the Savage Wilderness Domain Northern Region, a descendant of an Earth Immortal entered Night Prefecture and paid respects to Mu Qinghe.

Mu Qinghe smiled and praised the envoy highly, showing her great approval.

Subsequently, the closed-door disciple of the old Earth Immortal of Bodhi Ridge in the Eastern Land also came to Night Prefecture to pay his respects to Mu Qinghe. It is said that the atmosphere between the two was very harmonious when they met.

Subsequently, envoys from the Earth Immortal Island the Western Sea and the Demon Civilization of the Western Territory entered Night Prefecture one after another, heading to Earthen City to pay homage to Mu Qinghe.

This will trigger a major upheaval; will the Earth Immortal of Night Prefecture attract various super-powerful forces from Outer Domain?

Normally, Earth Immortal from Outer Domain realm wouldn't dare trespass on the mysterious territory of Night Prefecture. However, if there's a special pardon from the Jade Capital, then the situation is completely different.

"A mere Earth Immortal, and his influence is this great?" someone sighed.

"Earth Immortal are currently the most powerful combat force, and she wields a powerful weapon. The scroll depicting the Jade Capital on her body can kill the Great Dream Divine Mushroom. Who wouldn't be afraid of her?"

"Most importantly, she has the Jade Capital behind her. She walks the world according to the supreme will. Who wouldn't fear her? Who would dare to disobey her? Just watch, in the end, everyone will bow down."

Meanwhile, a secret rumor circulated in a small circle that several Earth Immortal from Outer Domain might eventually enter Night Prefecture to assist Mu Qinghe.

This caused an uproar. People dared not discuss it openly, but it was hotly debated in private.

"Is this... such a trend that it cannot be stopped?"

A few days later, the Great Yu Dynasty was the first to express its stance, stating that they were willing to relinquish the Imperial Dynasty title, support the unification of Night Prefecture, and usher in an unprecedented era.

Once the first force steps forward, a second, a third, and so on will naturally follow...

For example, some of the dozen or so dynasties that had been weak for many years and whose rule was unstable now went with the tide and sided with that Earth Immortal immortal who stood in the clouds.

"A golden age, an immortal Immortal Dynasty, is about to begin!"

In such a short period of time, some major powers have already bowed down, truly fearing an attack from Earth Immortal.

Many people turned their attention to the Ancestor of each path and the Ancestral Court of each major lineage.

Whether it's the Beyond the Mundane, Esoteric Sect, or the New Life Path, things have been relatively quiet lately. The Ancestor have chosen a retirement-style approach, gradually delegating authority.

Some Ancestor even explicitly stated that since there was a "Grand Emperor" in the sect and the "First Ancestor" had returned, they were prepared to "live off their parents" and take a good rest.

Subsequently, a Ancestor also expressed his opinion, saying, "As long as Night Prefecture remains peaceful and all paths flourish, we are naturally willing to obey the will of the Earth Immortal!"

In the Past Tathagata put his ideas into action, although he had returned from Pugong, he did not treat Mu Qinghe.

These Millennium Aristocratic Family, each with a keen sense of destiny, felt that the tide was irreversible and believed that everything was already predetermined from the moment the Earth Immortal was born.

"Our Cui Household wholeheartedly supports the unification of Night Prefecture. It's time to end the situation of two Imperial Dynasty coexisting."

The Cui Household stepped forward, clearly supporting Mu Qinghe. Moreover, a Grandmaster- level figure went to Earthen City, indicating that the clan would immediately cooperate and execute any orders given by the Earth Immortal.

Almost all the established Aristocratic Clan have taken sides, all expressing their obedience to the Immortal Method.

This is a massive storm that has swept across the land.

Even after the sudden Great Gan of the old imperial uncle, some people in Daqian began to bow their heads and secretly went to Earthen City, fearing that the later they expressed their opinion, the worse their situation would become.

Although most of the top powers have yet to speak up or bow their heads, people already have a premonition that the power of the Earth Immortal is already established, and in the end, no one will dare to stand in their way.

Just then, news came from afar that the living Sage of Pugong had indeed stepped into the Seventh Realm, and had clearly stated his position, supporting the unification of Night Prefecture.

Moreover, after some time, this Sage will return to his hometown.

This is the first Earth Immortal- level being from Outer Domain to indicate their intention to enter Night Prefecture.

"Everyone, what else is there to consider? Let's embrace this unprecedented golden age! Night Prefecture is about to be unified, Jade Capital may well bestow its blessings!"

The "First Ancestor" of Earthen City traveled to various places, contacting the leaders of various organizations to persuade and lobby. Overall, things went smoothly, and various obstacles were almost gone.

The Ancestor of the Silk Book Method is about to return to Night Prefecture. His magical abilities may be even more terrifying than those of the Earth Immortal Mu Qinghe. With such a figure supporting him, many hesitant people immediately expressed their willingness to serve Earthen City.

The Cui Household not only sent people to Earthen City, but also actively made contact with the Past Tathagata Lineage.

After all, these are currently the only two transcendent forces in Night Prefecture with Earth Immortal- level beings residing there.

"Some of the elite members of my Cui Household are also Primal Chaos Force, but we are a collateral branch, and have been declining for a long time, so it is difficult for us to achieve anything. We hope to receive guidance from the masters of the main branch." The Cui Household family leader adopted a very humble attitude.

In the past, a Master of the Buddha's Past Tathagata Lineage received them and, upon hearing these words, immediately smiled.

The two sides then had a very pleasant conversation.

After receiving Qin Ming's Silk Scripture, the Cui Household did select a group of disciples to practice Primal Chaos Force, but without guidance, they were unable to master it. Their visit was merely to express a certain attitude.

Moreover, they brought Cui Chonghe's younger brother, Cui Chongxuan, to this place.

"Hmm, Teenage Aberrant with decent aptitude, having already mastered the Six Royal Force? In that case, if he were to learn our Primal Chaos Force, it would be as if he had laid a solid foundation beforehand."

Upon hearing this, the Cui Household family lowered their stance even further and immediately presented some extremely valuable gifts.

Finally, they even had the opportunity to pay homage to the Past Tathagata.

"Our ancestor is about to return from Pugong, and representatives from various factions have come to pay their respects in advance, wishing to see the Sage. The young man from the collateral branch has not yet responded," someone from the Past Tathagata Lineage said with dissatisfaction.

"Having heard that he was Abandoned Son of the Cui Household, even those from the Cui Household who hadn't mastered the Chaos Force came, but this true collateral branch remained completely silent."

In fact, some people in the Past Tathagata Lineage had long "concerned" about Qin Ming, having already heard rumors that he might have no one to guide him and had to rely on himself to master this technique.

Regardless, they all wanted to find out the truth.

"Even though the old Sage has not yet crossed over to this realm, with the Past Tathagata presiding over this place, it is only right and proper for him to come and pay homage first."

"A young man who doesn't know manners!"

Outside, amidst turbulent times and unstoppable forces, Qin Ming frequented various universities, borrowing and diligently studying rare Ancient Texts.

He already knew that even if one mastered certain Extraordinary Art to perfection, it would be difficult to uncover "Secret Treasure" or find places like the Great Thunderclap Temple.

But some Extraordinary Art are destined to bring surprises.

Qin Ming searched for clues among these rare books and determined that if he could cultivate the <River Luo Scripture> to the limit of perfection, he should be able to unearth the <Overturning Sea Scripture>.

Recently, he has ignored the ups and downs of the outside world and has been studying Ancient Texts and comprehending scriptures, constantly striving to improve himself.

That day, he suddenly opened his eyes in his room, sensing that someone had come.

Outside, the green bamboo and Golden Vine were weighed down by the white snow. A young man stepped on the frozen lake and approached the place silently.

Qin Ming sensed that this person was extremely strong, and that his own practice of the Silk Book Method had reacted, suggesting that the other person was from the same source as him and had also mastered the Primal Chaos Force.

The young man was composed; tall and slender yet strong, he entered the courtyard, his eyes like two divine lamps, and looked at Qin Ming, saying, "Not bad."

Then, he carefully examined Qin Ming, as if inspecting a fine "goods," nodded slightly as if he had taken a liking to him, and said, "Come with me."

"Why should I go with you?" Qin Ming asked calmly.

"I will bestow upon you an immense fortuitous opportunity; go and see my master!" the young man said calmly, seemingly brooking no refusal, urging Qin Ming to immediately set off with him.