Chapter 849: The Myriad Sword Spiritual Domain
Xiao Ze received a transmission from the Sword Domain. With a tap of his finger, ripples spread through the void, and the message within the jade slip unfolded:
"Congratulations to the Lord of Origin Realm on achieving a Saint level body.
The Myriad Sword Spiritual Domain will soon open, and we would like to invite the Lord of Origin Realm to witness this grand event.
Additionally, the Heaven Barrier Breaking Pill we previously agreed upon is now ready, as the Heavenly Essence Lotus required has been procured.
If you grace us with your presence, we can finalize the matter during your visit."
The message was from the First Domain Master of the Sword Domain. After brief contemplation, Xiao Ze decided to attend.
Taking a step forward, Xiao Ze vanished from the golden ocean. Before departing, he informed Xun'er, Mandala, and the others, then embarked alone toward the Sword Domain.
The Sword Domain: A World of Blades
On the outskirts of the Sword Domain a land where everything, even mountains and rivers, seemed imbued with the essence of swords a figure appeared silently.
Holding a peculiar golden glazed flask, Xiao Ze inspected it with satisfaction. This flask was a manifestation of his Grand Refinement Technique, a supreme ability derived from his alchemical arts. Combined with the Devouring Technique he'd refined from the Nine Colored Swallowing Python, the flask allowed him to gather and distill vast amounts of spiritual energy.
He gave the flask a gentle shake. Within, a sound akin to crashing waves echoed, as though an entire ocean resided inside.
The spiritual energy gathered by the devouring nodes was refined within the flask into supremely pure spiritual liquid. Xiao Ze took a sip, the liquid akin to divine nectar flowing into him.
Even a single mouthful contained energy comparable to millions of drops of Supreme Spirit Liquid. Xiao Ze smiled faintly.
"Breaking through to the Saint level requires immense resources. If not for this method, even Origin Realm's current resources wouldn't suffice for me, let alone sustaining everyone else's cultivation needs."
The golden flask was a necessary innovation, and Xiao Ze planned to establish more devouring nodes across the Great Thousand World, ensuring a near limitless supply of energy.
The Mystery of the Sword Domain
As Xiao Ze gazed at the Sword Domain, where every object seemed to resonate with the essence of swords, his eyes narrowed in thought.
Unlike other supercontinents governed by ancient clans, the Sword Domain lacked the marks of millennia old cultivation. As a relatively recent power, it shouldn't have been able to achieve such widespread "swordification."
Landing atop a peak, Xiao Ze probed the surroundings with his spiritual senses and soon detected faint ripples of sword intent emanating from the land itself.
"Could this be the work of the Azure Clad Sword Saint?" he mused.
The Sword Saint had likely imbued the entire domain with his sword intent, turning the Sword Domain into a paradise for sword cultivators. This immense act elevated the Sword Domain into a sacred ground revered by countless sword practitioners.
Even fledgling sword cultivators could sense the pervasive intent here, gaining insights that accelerated their growth. More advanced practitioners could follow the Sword Saint's traces while remaining free to carve their paths.
"This Azure Clad Sword Saint has truly reshaped the Sword Domain and beyond. His vision is remarkable." Xiao Ze sighed, pulling his hand back from the mountain peak.
With his mind firmly rooted in his own Dao, Xiao Ze wasn't influenced by the residual traces of the Sword Saint's path. His foundation in swordsmanship, though not his primary pursuit, was solid and unique.
Meeting the First Domain Master
Xiao Ze no longer concealed his aura as he approached the Sword Domain's heart. Before long, a streak of sword light tore through the air, halting near him.
The light coalesced into the First Domain Master, whom Xiao Ze had met at a previous alchemy auction.
"Greetings, Lord of Origin Realm," the Domain Master said respectfully, cupping his hands.
Despite his lofty status, the First Domain Master couldn't help but feel humbled before Xiao Ze, who had ascended to Saint level power, defeated Maha Tian of the Maha Ancient Clan, and stood among the Great Thousand World's apex figures.
Xiao Ze returned the gesture warmly. "Domain Master, it's been some time. I trust all has been well?"
Relieved by Xiao Ze's affable demeanor, the Domain Master exchanged pleasantries as he guided Xiao Ze toward the Sword Domain's capital, Myriad Sword City.
The Myriad Sword Spiritual Domain
As they neared the city, the Domain Master explained the event:
"The Myriad Sword Spiritual Domain is a grand occasion, inviting sword cultivators from across the Great Thousand World to test themselves, seek opportunities, and resonate with spiritual swords and divine weapons suited to their paths."
Xiao Ze nodded with interest, impressed by the event's inclusivity and scope.
Myriad Sword City itself was majestic. True to its name, swords of all kinds adorned its architecture, creating an aura of sharpness that seemed ready to erupt into a chorus of blades at any moment.
Suddenly, a resonant sword hum echoed through the city, silencing all other sounds. Everyone looked toward the city's center in awe.
From within, a figure emerged a man in azure robes, holding a gleaming sword, his expression calm and welcoming.
"Ah, the Lord of Origin Realm graces us with his presence. I must apologize for not greeting you sooner."
The man's voice carried a hint of laughter, but his presence commanded silence. It was the Azure Clad Sword Saint himself.
As countless gazes turned toward Xiao Ze, the Sword Saint's smile deepened, signaling that this meeting would be anything but ordinary.
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