"I solemnly announce! After thorough deliberation by the Seven Star Domain Lord Congress, it has been decided that, three days from now, I-Xu Fangyuan-along with Su Ting, deputy sect master of the Xuanwu Sect, Long Tianyin, deputy sect master of the Dragon Clan... and all experts at the God King Realm or above, will open the Eternal Gate together. Soul Masters under twenty years old and above level fifty will be sent inside to explore. This meeting is now adjourned!"
As his words fell, members of the various great sects trickled out of the Seven Star Conference Hall.
Xu Fangyuan flew down from the seat of honor, moving so fast that he resembled a bolt of lightning streaking across the sky. Seeing this, Qian Fan did not dare delay for an instant and immediately went to meet him.
When Qian Fan saw Xu Fangyuan's expression, an odd feeling rose in his heart. The words "what a headache" seemed to be written all over Xu Fangyuan's face.
"Holy shit! Fucking hell, seriously! When has this Domain Lord ever had to swallow this much humiliation?!"
Xu Fangyuan's beard quivered with anger, and his face turned bright red.
"Calm down, Grandpa," Qian Fan advised. "This was the result of discussions between all the factions, after all."
Xu Fangyuan glared at him. "You ungrateful wolf who stole my granddaughter, what the hell do you know?! Is the Eternal Gate somewhere you can just stroll into? Sending young disciples inside this time is sheer nonsense!"
Qian Fan lowered his head without a word. He knew Xu Fangyuan's concerns were not unfounded. The Eternal Gate was filled with unknown dangers, and no one knew what might happen.
Xu Fangyuan took a deep breath. "Fine, fine. Since things have come to this, all we can do is prepare as thoroughly as possible. You're going this time too.
"As the only person in the entire Seven Star Domain to reach level eighty and become a Soul Douluo at eighteen, you must remember to keep yourself and Yuan'er safe. Do you understand?"
"Don't worry, Grandpa. I'll definitely protect Yuan'er," Qian Fan said, his gaze resolute.
Xu Fangyuan patted Qian Fan's shoulder and sighed. "Ah, you young people fear neither heaven nor earth. The Eternal Gate is fraught with danger. Whatever happens, caution must come first."
Qian Fan nodded slightly to show that he understood.
At that moment, spaceships departed from the various sects and headed toward the Eternal Gate.
Among those spaceships, the one carrying Qian Fan and Xu Yuan'er drew particular attention.
Everyone hoped these young Soul Masters would gain something within the Eternal Gate and bring new hope to the Seven Star Domain.
"Brother Qian Fan, I'm so scared!"
Xu Yuan'er nestled in Qian Fan's arms.
"Don't be afraid, Yuan'er. I'm here," Qian Fan comforted her, gently patting her back.
The spaceship soon arrived near the Eternal Gate. The gate was enormous, and a mysterious aura hung around it.
Xu Fangyuan flew down from an immense, imposing spaceship.
His voice rang like a mighty bell, resounding throughout the space. "Where are the sect masters?!" His shout carried such majesty and dominance that everyone was shaken.
"Long Tianyin, deputy sect master of the Dragon Clan, God King second tier, pays his respects to the Domain Lord."
"Su Ting, deputy sect master of the Xuanwu Sect, God King second tier, pays his respects to the Domain Lord."
"Soul Devouring King, deputy sect master of the Taotie Clan, God King first tier, pays his respects to the Domain Lord."
The leaders of the various sects answered in unison, their voices echoing through the air. His expression solemn, Xu Fangyuan declared, "This exploration of the Eternal Gate is a matter of great importance. You must ensure the disciples' safety. If danger arises, preserving your own lives takes priority." The leaders all acknowledged his command.
"One more thing! If anyone is found killing one another within the Eternal Gate, once the facts are verified, you will bear the consequences!"
With that said,
Xu Fangyuan unleashed the pressure of his supergod third tier cultivation.
The leaders of all the major factions felt their lives threatened at the same time.
"Yes!"
The great sects answered in unison.
Just then, the Eternal Gate, a symbol of endless mystery and power, began to open slowly. Accompanied by a deep rumble, dazzling light shot through the gap.
Like the first ray of sunlight breaking through at dawn, that light illuminated the entire space, bathing everyone in its sacred radiance.
The young Soul Masters stood where they were, both nervous and excited.
Everyone stared wide-eyed at the gradually opening gate, as though they could glimpse their future destinies within it.
They knew that once they stepped through this gate, they would face unprecedented challenges and opportunities, but the courage deep in their hearts drove them forward without hesitation.
Qian Fan clasped Xu Yuan'er's hand tightly, feeling the warmth of her palm.
He took a deep breath, then said softly, "Let's go! To the Eternal Secret Realm."
Just then,
A dark shadow suddenly flashed past Qian Fan and Xu Yuan'er in an instant.
The dark shadow vanished into the crowd like a phantom, stirring up a commotion. Qian Fan instinctively moved in front of Xu Yuan'er to shield her, scanning their surroundings warily.
"What was that just now?" Xu Yuan'er's voice trembled slightly.
"I don't know, but we have to be careful." Qian Fan's expression was grave.
The other Soul Masters noticed the unusual occurrence too and gathered around them.
"Everyone, don't panic! Stay alert!" Qian Fan shouted.
The Eternal Gate opened fully, revealing a stretch of profound darkness before them, like a passage leading to another world.
Holding Xu Yuan'er's hand tightly, Qian Fan strode resolutely toward the Eternal Gate. The Soul Masters behind him followed close on his heels, stepping into this mysterious realm with curiosity and fear of the unknown in their hearts.
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