"I'll give it serious consideration." Qin Hao did not reveal his thoughts outright, but cupped his hands with the utmost solemnity.
Venerable Canglan nodded. "Brother Jian Wu, I heard you say just now that this high-rank Peak secret art of yours pursues the ultimate in illusion. When it comes to the path of illusion arts, Lord Qingming is also extremely accomplished. You could seek his guidance."
"Lord Qingming?" Qin Hao looked at Lord Qingming in surprise.
Lord Qingming paused, seemingly not expecting Venerable Canglan to mention him. A trace of unease flickered across his face before his expression relaxed into a smile.
"I've merely gained a little insight myself. By a stroke of chance, I created a high-rank Peak secret art centered on an illusory realm."
"If you wish to observe it, young friend Jian Wu, I'll demonstrate it. This illusory-realm secret art is called the Heavenly Illusion Art! In some respects, it bears a resemblance to your Heavensea Ruins Diagram."
"As it happens, I gained some insights just now as well. They should help me refine my Heavenly Illusion Art."
An idea stirred in Lord Qingming's mind. As he spoke, he waved his right hand and unleashed the Heavenly Illusion Art.
Lord Qingming made no other movement. With just a wave of his hand, the entire setting of the True Martial Palace changed in the next instant.
It had become a place filled with birdsong and fragrant blossoms!
Everyone now sat inside a stone pavilion atop a mountain peak.
"This..."
"What an incredible illusion art."
"I didn't even notice what was happening, and I was already inside this illusory realm."
"Amazing. As expected of Lord Qingming. An illusory-realm technique like this is simply beyond our ability to master."
Everyone exclaimed in admiration.
Some also hurried to study it