Yun Jin finally stopped the stream of rainbow farts and looked ahead with some curiosity.
The sword tomb truly lived up to its name, it was indeed a vast expanse of graves.
Only these graves were not for people, but for swords.
Rust-covered swords were planted into the ground one by one. In front of each sword stood a small tombstone, simply engraved with the name of the sword.
These swords had completely lost their spirituality, and their bodies had already been corroded into scrap iron.
From a human perspective, these swords were already dead.
That's why this place was called the sword tomb.
Someone visiting for the first time subconsciously tried to walk inside.
However.
The moment he reached the edge of the sword tomb, an invisible barrier instantly bounced him away.
Yu Lin smiled and said, "The sword domain has not yet opened. Everyone, please do not be anxious."
After saying this, Yu Lin quietly waited.
He seemed to be waiting for a fixed time.
Finally, when sunlight shone onto the massive sword at the very center of the sword tomb, Yu Lin opened his eyes.
He took out a sword-shaped jade token and began chanting an obscure incantation.
The entire process lasted for the time it takes for one incense stick to burn. Only when fine beads of sweat appeared on Yu Lin's forehead did the transparent barrier finally shatter with a pop, like bursting bubbles.
Sunlight fell upon the rusted swords one by one. For a fleeting instant, these swords seemed to regain a trace of vitality, but in the very next moment, they completely fell silent again, sinking into eternal slumber.
"Ding. B-rank secret realm detected: Sword Tomb."
At this moment, the system automatically sounded a notification.
Yun Jin remained outwardly calm, but inwardly she was pondering.
Secret realm.
This was the first time the system had used this term.
Since the Sword Tomb was classified as a B-rank secret realm, then naturally there must be A-rank secret realms, and even higher.
Yun Jin checked the system's definition of "secret realm".
Secret Realm: A mysterious land formed due to various causes. One may encounter danger or obtain treasures. Risk and opportunity coexist. Secret realm ranks are defined by difficulty and the rarity of treasures. The lowest rank is D-rank, and the highest rank is SSS-rank.
Yun Jin narrowed her eyes.
The lowest rank secret realm was D-rank.
Yet this secret realm belonging to the Yu family was actually B-rank, this was already a fairly high level.
For such a secret realm of this rank to appear within a mere cultivation family was quite interesting.
Yu Lin glanced at the eager crowd and said calmly, "The sword domain is now open. Each region buries different treasure swords. To move inward, you must obtain the recognition of the outer treasure swords. Only after gaining the recognition of all swords can you reach the core and obtain the true secret treasure."
He paused, then continued, "For the first three days, everyone may independently choose different paths and strive to gain sword recognition. After three days, the sword domain will only retain the three individuals with the highest talent, all others will be teleported out. The remaining three will continue breaking the sword domain. After ten days, if the challenge is still not completed, the Sword Domain will completely close and wait for the next opening."
"Additionally, only cultivators under one hundred years of age and below Fusion Stage may enter this sword domain."
"Now, those who meet the conditions may enter the sword domain on their own."
As Yu Lin spoke, he proactively stepped aside.
This wasn't Ma Yuanwu's first time entering the sword domain. He smiled slightly and stepped forward first, "Then I'll go in."
Mu Lan smiled, "Go. This sword domain is extremely profound, and the treasure inside should be anything but ordinary. When you bring it out, let your master broaden his horizons as well."
Ma Yuanwu nodded, "This disciple won't disappoint Master."
He turned back and suddenly glanced at Feng Linglong, "Fairy Linglong has traveled thousands of miles to come here. Presumably, you are also determined to obtain the treasure. How about we compete to see who breaks the domain faster?"
Suddenly being pointed out, Feng Linglong felt somewhat nervous. However, she had one advantage, no matter how tense she felt inside, her face could remain cold and composed.
"How do you want to compete?" Feng Linglong asked.
Ma Yuanwu smiled, "There are left and right paths within the sword tomb. You and I each choose one. Whose progress is faster will be clear at a glance."
Feng Linglong's body tensed slightly, but she also knew that at a moment like this, she couldn't retreat.
She slowly nodded, "Alright."
Ma Yuanwu then extended an invitation, "Then shall we go together?"
Feng Linglong glanced at Qin Ping.
Only after Qin Ping nodded did she enter the sword domain together with Ma Yuanwu.
Ma Yuanwu chose the left path, while Feng Linglong chose the right. The two began breaking the domain separately.
Seeing this, the others feared being overtaken by Ma Yuanwu and Feng Linglong and also hurriedly entered the sword domain.
On the other hand, Yun Jin wasn't in a rush. She and Yu Songnian strolled leisurely at the back.
For some reason, Yu Liangping also deliberately lingered until the end and even walked over beside Yun Jin and Yu Songnian.
Yu Liangping ground his teeth and said, "Yu Songnian, once Senior Brother Ma breaks this sword domain, your death day will arrive."
Yu Songnian glanced at him and replied, "Oh."
Yu Liangping's expression instantly changed.
He's somewhat afraid of Yun Jin now and didn't dare provoke her.
But Yu Songnian, this piece of trash, actually dared to ignore him like this?
Yu Liangping said coldly, "This sword domain has a total of ten stages. I once reached the sixth stage myself. I wonder how far a trash like you can go."
Yu Songnian glanced at him again and replied, "Oh."
Yu Liangping was so angry that his hair nearly stood on end. He shot Yu Songnian a cold look and strode into the sword domain.
Neither Yun Jin nor Yu Songnian paid Yu Liangping any attention.
After Yun Jin and Yu Songnian entered, two paths indeed appeared before them.
Left?
Or right?
Yun Jin smiled and said, "Third Senior Brother, I'll take the left path."
Ma Yuanwu had chosen the left path as well.
Yun Jin was clearly heading straight for him.
After thinking for a moment, Yu Songnian said, "Then I'll take the right."
After deciding, the two said no more and split up.
Left Path
Yun Jin stepped forward with curiosity.
Before long, she saw the first sword.
Those who had entered before her had already begun the first stage of the trial.
They sat cross-legged on the ground. Though there seemed to be nothing around them, their expressions constantly shifted, as if undergoing some peculiar test.
As for Ma Yuanwu, he's already no longer at the first stage.
Clearly.
The earlier stages posed little obstacle to him.
This time, Ma Yuanwu was heading straight for the tenth stage.
Even so, Yun Jin was in no hurry to challenge the trial. She curiously glanced at the tombstone.
"Ice Jade Sword, peak Xuan-grade. Destroyed a thousand years ago."
Just a few simple words of description.
This Ice Jade Sword, rusted to the point where its original appearance could no longer be discerned, had once been a peak Xuan-grade treasure sword?
Below the description were a few smaller characters.
"Insert mental power into the tombstone to begin the first stage trial."
Yun Jin chose a spot to sit down and followed the instructions, inserting her mental power.
Outside.
Yu Lin raised his hand, and a massive water screen appeared before everyone.
Displayed on the screen was the progress of all participants breaking the formation.
Since the trial had only just begun, aside from Ma Yuanwu and Feng Linglong having already reached the second stage, everyone else was still undergoing the first stage trial.
And in terms of speed, Ma Yuanwu was clearly faster than Feng Linglong by a noticeable margin.
Mu Lan glanced at Qin Ping and smiled, "Little Linglong is already quite good, but compared to Yuanwu, she's still a step behind. This time, our Yuehua Sect will have no choice but to accept the treasure."
Qin Ping said nothing. His gaze inexplicably lingered on Yun Jin.
He's very curious. Would this girl who had left such a deep impression on him bring even more surprises?