Lin Tian slowly stepped out of the cultivation chamber. An invisible force spread from his body as he quietly released his senses. In an instant, the flow of heaven-and-earth energy within a hundred miles unfolded clearly in his perception like a vivid painting. At that moment, his five senses seemed to have been enhanced a hundredfold by some miraculous magic. The rustle of leaves in the breeze, the low chirping of insects in the grass, the faint pulse deep within the earth, even the subtle currents moving through the air—no slightest movement could escape him. His soul perception spread from his body like a nimble bird, easily passing through layers of rock and drifting clouds. Everything within a hundred miles lay under his control.
At the same time, endless heaven-and-earth power swirled around him like cheerful streams, naturally merging into his body without him needing to deliberately absorb it. From this day onward, as a Saint Domain expert, he no longer needed to cultivate as intentionally as before. Heaven-and-earth energy would gather around him of its own accord, becoming the source of his power.
With a slight movement of his feet, Lin Tian rose naturally into the air as though supported by invisible hands, without relying on the mysterious power of magic or using battle qi for propulsion. He hovered steadily in midair. Having entered the Saint Domain, flying with his physical body had become as instinctive as breathing. He needed neither wings like a bird nor complicated spells. His transcendent body granted him the ability to soar through the heavens.
Moreover, the shackles of a mortal lifespan had shattered completely the instant he entered the Saint Domain. In the past, even a peak Level Nine expert could live for no more than five hundred years. Cruel time would eventually wear away all glory and power. But once one achieved the Saint Domain, one could break free from time's restraints and attain immortality. So long as one did not suffer a fatal blow, one could live eternally in this world, watching the passage of years and the rise and fall of dynasties from beyond mortal limits.
Lin Tian clearly sensed the earth-shaking changes within himself. His heart was utterly clear, as though he had gained a deeper understanding of this world's laws.
Just then, Lin Tian suddenly sensed more than a dozen figures streaking toward him like meteors. Instinctively, he swiftly summoned a magic shield, wrapping himself in tight protection, while gripping his magic staff firmly in his hand, ready to cast Saint Domain magic at any moment. However, when he carefully sensed that his grandfather and Teacher Laun were among them, and recognized two of the nearest figures as the Saint Domain Mage and Saint Domain warrior who guarded the depths of the imperial palace and whom he had seen before, he froze briefly before slowly withdrawing his staff and shield. Remembering the earnest teachings his grandfather and Teacher Laun had given him in ordinary times, he understood that he should remain calm. He returned to the ground and quietly waited for them to arrive.
Before long, they reached him. The Saint Domain Mage who guarded the palace frowned slightly and let out a startled sound. "Third Prince, was there a stranger nearby just now? Why was there such a strange energy fluctuation?"
Lin Tian's heart stirred slightly, but his expression did not change. "There was no stranger. It was only Teacher Laun's magical beast. After bringing me back, it went into seclusion to cultivate. Perhaps it caused the disturbance when it broke through just now."
Seeing the unconvinced looks on their faces, Lin Tian quietly pondered as he discreetly sensed their spiritual power. To his surprise, they all seemed inferior to him. He could easily detect the weak points in their spiritual power. Making his decision in an instant, he silently used his spiritual power to send Teacher Laun the explanation he had given the others, asking him to help cover for him.
When Laun received the mental message, his heart was thrown into stormy waves, and he was greatly shocked. But catching sight of several people in the crowd whose strength surpassed his own, he did not dare recklessly send a reply. He merely quickened his pace in silence. Once he arrived, without waiting for the others to speak again, he directly asked Lin Tian, "Third Prince, did the Level Nine magical beast I gave you for protection advance into the Saint Domain? I also vaguely sensed an unusual fluctuation just now."
Lin Tian was delighted and hurriedly replied, "It should have, Teacher Laun. I was startled too." Porter, standing to one side, looked at the two of them suspiciously. His lips moved slightly, but in the end, he said nothing.
Then Laun's expression turned solemn as he looked at the others. "I sensed that the energy fluctuations when my magical beast broke through were somewhat unstable, and it may cause some unexpected incidents. Porter and I can remain here. You have all made the trip, and I imagine you have other important matters to attend to."
Hearing this, the many Saint Domain experts knew that Laun and Porter shared an unusual relationship. Moreover, Laun had always been steady and reliable. Since he said so, they all nodded and departed one after another.
Lin Tian led the two of them into the room. Before either could ask him anything, he took a deep breath and slowly said, "Grandfather, Teacher Laun, I have advanced into the Saint Domain." As he spoke, a thought crossed his mind, and his entire body rose lightly into the air, emitting a unique and powerful aura.
The two stared in astonishment. Laun could not help saying, "Lin Tian, with your extraordinary talent, advancing into the Saint Domain is a tremendous joy. Why did you hide it just now?"
Lin Tian slowly descended, his expression serious. "I am still young. Advancing into the Saint Domain so quickly may attract unnecessary trouble and covetous eyes, so I had no choice but to do this."
The two exchanged a glance, and both saw deep amusement in the other's eyes.
At this point, Porter relaxed and began explaining the current state of the continent. "Lin Tian, our ancestor Leo I rose to prominence thousands of years ago and has now reached the Mid-God realm. His strength is unfathomable. Among the continent's many Deity-level Experts, the only other two Mid-Gods are the founding emperors of other empires. They have been friends with the Leo Ancestor for many years, yet neither of them is as strong as him. Furthermore, the Leo Family has far more Deity-level Experts than the other empires on the continent. So long as you do not leave the Leo Empire, you will remain safe under the empire's protection. Do not worry about these matters. The family is your strongest support."
Lin Tian listened intently, gaining a clearer understanding of the continent's situation. Relaxing, he asked, "Grandfather, Teacher Laun, why have I never seen any of this in the Imperial General History?"
Porter replied, "These matters concern the Leo Ancestor and the other two senior Mid-Gods, so we do not understand them either. Just remember that, with your Saint Domain strength, you basically do not need to worry about other dangers on the continent now. Just continue cultivating diligently."
Could it be because of the power of faith? What era is this, exactly? Could this be the era before the Main God Faith War?
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