Heading to the Heavenly Palace
Upon hearing the words of the Dream Master, Li Hao then remembered the Flying Immortal Pill that had been awarded earlier. Each True Immortal Realm could take one pill, which would directly raise their cultivation level by one level. Only Sect Foundation would be willing to give Heavenly Prodigy a reward to their prodigies.
"Not used yet."
Li Hao originally planned to leave the Flying Immortal Pill for Old Feng and the others, or for Lin Qingying, but this time the cultivation time was tight, and it would take him at least two months to break through to the Tenth Layer level.
"Then take it now. Whether you can break through the bottleneck and advance to the Immortal Lord Realm after your cultivation reaches the Tenth Layer depends on your fortuitous opportunity."
The Dream Master breathed a sigh of relief and immediately smiled as he spoke.
Li Hao nodded, but some childhood shadows resurfaced in his mind.
The pills he takes will be filtered out and lose their effect, but fortunately, they won't be affected when he enjoys delicious food. He needs to process Cooking these Flying Immortal Pills to transform them from pills into delicacies, which will also remove the toxins from the Immortal Pill and make them easier to absorb.
"You have ten days left. Focus on your cultivation."
The figure of the Dream Master rose Cloudmist, leaving Li Hao, and said, "When you achieve a good ranking in the Southern Region Assembly Battle, I will come to give you another gift, which you will definitely like."
Li Hao asked curiously, "What gift?"
"Keep it confidential."
The Dream Master smiled mysteriously, but his eyes were soft.
Li Hao didn't press further, simply nodding and saying, "What you gave me, senior, is already very good."
The Dream Master shook her head slightly, smiling without saying a word. In the two months they had spent together, she had seen through the young man's character. His Dao Heart was extraordinary, and he was neither arrogant nor impatient, indifferent to worldly things, which made her very fond of him.
"I'm going to check on the others' cultivation. You just stay here and cultivate on your own. If you need anything, just call out to the air, and I'll appear."
"The Dream Master said, and then drifted away Cloudmist."
Seeing this, Li Hao didn't delay any longer. After the Dream Master left, he raised his hand and drew a boiler in the Void. Then he took out the Flying Immortal Pill from the Heaven and Earth Space and threw it into the boiler.
He raised his hand, and Primal Chaos Divine Fire condensed in his palm. It was hotter and purer than before, and for him at the Fire Dao Fourth Layer, his fire control ability was far superior to what it had been before.
As the Primal Chaos Divine Fire refined the pills, Immortal Power quickly began to rise from the furnace, and the aroma of the Flying Immortal Pill also began to waft out.
However, the smell was mixed with the poison of the pill, making it somewhat strange and pungent. Li Hao then took out some seasonings from his Heaven and Earth Space and added them in. Soon, the pungent smell dissipated, and the aroma of the various medicinal herbs and Essence Blood in the Flying Immortal Pill, combined with the seasonings, emitted a rich and spicy fragrance.
Li Hao felt a surge of appetite, so he slowly reduced the heat and simmered the sauce. Then he opened the boiler, and a burst of hot steam rose out.
Li Hao took a light breath and, with a wave of his hand, retrieved a perfectly round, meatball-like Flying Immortal Pill from the boiler.
Unlike the previous silvery-white pills, this Flying Immortal Pill still had broth clinging to it, making it look like a Red-Braised Meatball.
Li Hao didn't stand on ceremony and swallowed it whole.
If Li Hao encounters Old Feng and the others again in the future, and if their cultivation level is still at the True Immortal Realm, he can search for Flying Immortal Pill for them.
Although this pill is precious, with the Immortal Stone he has accumulated, he can afford to buy one or two.
As Li Hao swallowed the Cooking Flying Immortal Pill, he immediately felt a surge of immortal Immortal Power erupt from his body. This power was not gentle, but rather exploded forth, surging into every part of his body.
In an instant, the Immortal Power within his body was impacted, stirring up turbulent waves that caused it to tremble and sway uncontrollably.
With the continuous vibrations, the Immortal Power became increasingly abundant, and the external Immortal Power also resonated at this moment, being drawn into the body.
Li Hao sensed this wondrous change but did not stop it, allowing the Immortal Power within his body to undergo earth-shattering changes. Before long, he felt the Immortal Power within his body, which had reached saturation, suddenly ascend to another Heaven and Earth.
Li Hao knew that his cultivation level had improved, reaching the True Immortal Realm Tenth Layer.
The Immortal Power within his body surged forth, his sea of consciousness expanded, and his Immortal Vein grew larger, capable of holding more than twice the amount of Immortal Power as before!
Riding this momentum, Li Hao rapidly absorbed the Immortal Power from outside, continuously filling his Immortal Vein. As the swelling and stinging sensation gradually spread, Li Hao understood that he had reached the peak of the Tenth Layer.
"Years of arduous cultivation are no match for a single elixir; this is the Sect Foundation."
Li Hao sighed inwardly, "Who says Heavenly Talent can determine everything? If you only have Heavenly Talent but no Cultivation Resources, even the strongest Heavenly Prodigy will be overshadowed."
After all, the world is not lacking in Heavenly Prodigy, but cultivation resources are limited.
Therefore, no matter how outstanding Unparalleled Heavenly Prodigy is, they cannot escape the torrent of competition.
As his cultivation level rose, Li Hao sat cross-legged in the Main Hall, carefully sensing his surroundings. Once his cultivation had stabilized, he opened his eyes and raised his hand to put away the boiler in front of him.
This boiler was originally just a painting, but now it has a certain degree of realism and is of high quality.
"Once I reach the Twelfth Stage, I should be able to draw True Treasure- level War Weapon, and even be able to unleash their true effects for a short period of time."
Li Hao Dark Dao to himself, feeling a sense of anticipation. The Painting Dao is equally demanding in terms of materials. Without materials, relying solely on one's own painting skills and Immortal Power as ink, being able to create True Treasure- level painting would be the limit.
If it were a matter of Sculpting, Li Hao felt that if he were given the best Immortal Material, he could even Sculpting Immortal Weapon if Sculpting reached the Twelfth Stage!
This is considered a true handcrafted Immortal Weapon, even more complex than weapon forging.
Thinking of these things, Li Hao felt even more excited. If he could really reach that level, with the continuous power of his All Heavens Star Meridian, he could continuously draw War Weapon and even form an army all by himself!
Li Hao refocused his attention and used the remaining time to concentrate on drawing the Time Origin Divine Tree.
Ten days Past in the blink of an eye.
In another Palace Hall Courtyard of the Langya Painting Realm.
"Master, my junior Junior Sister and I will definitely achieve good results in this Southern Region Assembly Battle, please rest assured!"
In the courtyard, a man and a woman stood together, a perfect match like a golden couple. The young man's eyes were filled with fighting spirit as he spoke forcefully to the Dream Master before him.
The Dream Master smiled and said, "Although you two have also reached the Immortal Lord Realm, you have only just stepped into the First Layer. There is still a considerable gap between you and the others. Do not underestimate them. If you proceed steadily, you may be able to break into the top 100 this time!"
"The combined number of the Immortal Lord Realm disciples from all the various Tianzong is at most one hundred. Wouldn't that put us at the bottom of the list? Master, please don't underestimate us."
Beside him stood a beautiful young woman with rosy lips and white teeth, who appeared lively and clever, with dark and bright eyes. She smiled playfully at the Dream Master.
The Dream Master smiled and said, "Don't be reckless. The big picture is more important. As long as we can get into the top 100, plus the Immortal Merit our sect elders and other disciples have made at the Frontier, our advancement to the Heaven One Sect is practically guaranteed. Moreover, it's not just you in our sect; there are others who can also achieve good rankings."
"Master, are you talking about that guy named Haotian?"
The young woman immediately asked, her eyes filled with great curiosity, "I heard that he achieved tenth place in the Ancient Immortal Realm of the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty this time, and also received seven years of cultivation opportunities in the Origin Secret Realm. Has he broken through to the Immortal Lord Realm yet?"
"It can't be that fast. He was only at the True Immortal Realm Ninth Layer before. The Origin Secret Realm focuses on enlightenment, not cultivation of realm. But as long as his Dao Realm is profound, he will break through to become Immortal Lord one day, and then he will be a strong person among the Immortal Lord Realm."
The Dream Master chuckled. She knew that Li Hao's Soul Lifespan was only a hundred years. To be able to cultivate to the True Immortal Realm with such Soul Lifespan was already extremely Prodigy, not to mention that he was now at the True Immortal Realm Tenth Layer Perfection. When his Soul Lifespan was verified at the Southern Region Assembly Battle, she estimated that it would astound many people.
"Huh? He's not even at the Immortal Lord Realm yet? Does that mean it'll be very difficult for him to advance to the Overall Top Hundred? Is he deliberately suppressing his cultivation level to try and get a good ranking in the True Immortal Realm group?"
The young woman couldn't help but ask in surprise.
A glint appeared in the eyes of the young man beside him. He said, "It seems that Master has been accompanying that junior brother in his cultivation lately, imparting knowledge and skills to him."
The Dream Master sensed a hint of jealousy in his words, chuckled, and said, "Originally, I had such a plan, but that child was too intelligent. He didn't discuss the Dao with me, but instead talked about other things."
"What?"
The young man's expression changed slightly, and he couldn't help but ask.
The Dream Master glanced at him, his smile fading slightly, and said:
"This is not something you should be thinking about. The Grand Battle is about to begin, so you need to focus. Other disciples of the Heaven One Sect will not stand idly by and watch you perform. After all, for our sect to become Heaven One Sect, other Heaven One Sect will fall. For the past 100,000 years, the Yan Chu Immortal Dynasty has only maintained Five Great Heaven One Sects, precisely to reserve the best resources for the best Sect, not to allow anyone who reaches the so-called passing grade to directly become Heaven One Sect. This is a deadly struggle!"
Upon hearing their Master's words, the two exchanged a glance and both bowed their heads, saying, "Disciples understand."
"This time, with the two of you leading the charge, along with Haotian, you are the strongest disciples in our sect. If you encounter challenges from disciples of other sects, you must be the first to stand in the line and protect the disciples of the Nine Abysses. Do you understand?"
The Dream Master spoke with a slightly stern look in his eyes.
"Add him?"
Both of them were surprised. They had heard about the young man defeating a member of the Immortal Lord Realm Imperial Clan in the Ancient Immortal Realm, but they only thought it was due to the Immortal Weapon secretly given to Master, rather than the young man's own combat strength. After all, the gap between the True Immortal Realm and the Immortal Lord Realm was too great, and they felt this gap even more when they advanced to the Immortal Lord Realm.
With their current strength, they could suppress True Immortal Realm expert with a wave of their hand; all of the opponent's methods and Immortal Arts would be ineffective under their Immortal Dao Laws.
The Dream Master nodded slightly, said nothing more to the two, and immediately told them to leave the Secret Realm and gather with the disciples of the Nine Abysses.
Then, she left the Palace Hall and returned to the Main Hall where Li Hao was.
Upon arriving at the hall, she saw that Li Hao's cultivation had already reached the True Immortal Realm Tenth Layer, yet his aura was even more restrained than before, and a satisfied smile appeared on her lips.
If she hadn't known that Li Hao possessed a great lineage, she would have long wanted to take Li Hao as her Personal Disciple. She had no complaints about Li Hao's temperament, personality, or Heavenly Talent.
"It's time to go."
She spoke softly and gently.
Li Hao slowly opened his eyes and saw the Dream Master's Wenrou, hazy gaze, which felt like smoke. A warm feeling welled up in his heart, and he stood up and said:
"Thank you for your care during this time, senior. I will definitely strive for a good ranking for Great Dream Nine Abyss!"
Seeing the determination and Conviction in the young man's eyes, the Dream Master felt a slight pang in her heart. She shook her head and said, "You don't need to take it too seriously. With your strength, taking the Top Five in the True Immortal Realm Group shouldn't be a problem. If that Supreme Being's Personal Disciple from the Heavenly Palace doesn't participate, you might even have a chance to get the top three, or even first place!"
Even if we take a step back, securing Top Five in the True Immortal Realm would be enough to elevate my Great Dream Nine Abyss to the Heaven One Sect!
Li Hao nodded but didn't say much. Since he was going to participate in the war, he naturally wouldn't hold back and would do his best; otherwise, what kind of help would that be?
Go ahead, don't put too much pressure on yourself.
"The Dream Master said softly."
Li Hao laughed. If it were any other disciple, the other party would probably offer plenty of encouragement, but with him, they were worried that he might feel pressured.
This Wenrou is like water, yet it is also the sharpest, a knife that pierces the heart.
He simply nodded, said nothing more, and followed the Dream Master out of the Main Hall, putting away all the paintings he had created during his time there.
At the same time, the other disciples in the Langya Painting Realm had already heard the message from the avatar of the Dream Master and Awakening from their cultivation, gathering in the courtyard of the Painting Realm.
At the Dao Arena Langya Painting Realm, Nine Abysses sent an elder to accompany them.
On Sword Abyss's side is Old Man Li.
The figure of the Dream Master appeared, her Robe fluttering, enveloping the courtyard like Dharma Form, but this time she revealed her True Form.
She raised her hand, and a magnificent spaceship adorned with a dazzling array of magical Treasure Artifact flew out from her sleeve. It looked extremely solemn and imposing, and its size continued to increase in the sky until the shadow of the spaceship covered the entire courtyard.
"Elders of Nine Abysses abyss, board the ship, let's depart."
Apart from Li Tiemu, all the other elders from Nine Abysses boarded this Domain Artifact.
With a wave of Dream Master hand, the disciples in the Secret Realm moved swiftly and instantly transferred to the spaceship.
The figure of the Dream Master shrank, transforming into a stunningly beautiful and slender figure, with extraordinary grace, standing at the bow of the spaceship, facing the wind, her sleeves fluttering like clouds.
"Sect Master, are you going in person?"
Mu Yun, the accompanying elder of Spear Abyss, was surprised to see the actions of the Dream Master.
"This is my incarnation."
The Dream Master spoke softly.
Li Hao, standing in the crowd, felt a slight stirring in his heart. The Dream Master had previously said that she would personally go to escort him. He wondered if the woman before him was truly an incarnation or if she was hiding it from the others.
Upon hearing this, Mu Yun breathed a sigh of relief and returned to her seat.
"There are various guest rooms on board; please choose one yourself. The journey is long; even with Domain Artifact, it will take three days. Please rest well, relax, and don't be nervous."
"The Dream Master said calmly."
Nine Abysses elders and disciples all hurriedly agreed and returned to their cabins, which were extremely large, containing hidden Secret Realm and hundreds or even thousands of guest rooms.
Li Hao had intended to go and make a selection as well, but then he heard the voice of the Dream Master ring in his mind:
"Go to Heaven-Class Room One, and stay with me."
Li Hao was taken aback and couldn't help but glance at the Dream Master.
"Yes."
He responded in his mind, then entered the cabin and quickly found one of the largest guest rooms.
Although it's called a guest room, it's as luxurious as a palace.
There was a barrier outside, but as soon as Li Hao approached, the barrier quietly disappeared.
Li Hao knew that it was Mastery by the Dream Master, after all, this spaceship Domain Artifact belonged to him, and nothing inside could escape his eyes.
"Heavenly Palace..."
Thinking that he would arrive at the central area of Southern Region in three days, Li Hao couldn't help but think of figures: the Source Ancestor and the God King who had left the True Realm ahead of time, and the Lie Heaven Saint was later taken to the Heavenly Palace.