Emperor Qiankun

Chapter 460 A Gathering of Prodigies, Generous Rewards

At this moment.

Li Qingyuan thought to himself:

I also don't know about that mysterious item in the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion that is said to be able to see through everything;

Is he truly all-powerful and capable of everything? Can we find out the origins of the old ox?

Thinking of this, he quickly instructed the old ox:

"You go easy on me, don't reveal too much of your strength, or you'll cause unnecessary trouble."

The old ox, however, looked completely unconcerned and said nonchalantly:

"If they find out, I won't compete... If they don't find out, then I'm going to have some fun. These so-called prodigies will all have to taste my fists!"

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Tianji City is not far from Medicine King Valley.

Li Qingyuan and his two companions traveled at lightning speed using the teleportation array.

Just two days later, they arrived safely in this bustling metropolis.

At this time, Tianji City was already bustling with activity.

Like a giant magnetic field, it attracts cultivators from all walks of life to gather here.

Not only are there local geniuses from Zhongzhou.

Even geniuses from the other three major territories besides the Central Plains and the Canglan Continent rushed here upon hearing the news, hoping to make a name for themselves in this grand event.

However, the geniuses of Zhongzhou looked down on these cultivators from other territories.

In their eyes, these people were nothing more than uncouth scoundrels from the countryside, not worth mentioning at all;

They were nothing more than lackeys who fawned over them, utterly unworthy of respect.

The city was in an uproar, with various discussions rising and falling like a surging tide, echoing in every corner.

Without exception, everyone's conversation revolved around the upcoming Gathering of Prodigies, with various rumors and comments about the prodigies circulating endlessly.

"I've heard that Chu Xinghan, at such a young age, has already reached the King Realm. His spear skills are superb, making him a spear prodigy among the younger generation in Zhongzhou. He's definitely a favorite to win the championship at this year's Heavenly Pride Tournament!"

"Hmph, that Kan Wushuang is not to be underestimated! He possesses a mysterious bloodline and unparalleled sword energy. With a single strike, mountains crumble and the earth splits. Who dares to confront him head-on?"

"And then there's Li Tianxing. This man possesses immense strength, acts ruthlessly, and is cruel in his methods, but his power is indeed formidable. As a top prodigy of the Heavenly Demon Palace's demon race, the demonic arts he cultivates are unpredictable and difficult to defend against. He might just cause a bloodbath at the tournament!"

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At this moment, a group of cultivators from the other three major regions gathered together and began to boast about the geniuses from their respective regions.

"Our Tuoba Lie from the Western Desert Continent is an eagle of the desert. His ability to control sandstorms is unmatched. At this Gathering of Prodigies, he will surely let the geniuses of the Central Plains witness the might of our Western Desert!"

"Our Wu Ling'er from the Southern Frontier is no less formidable. She is proficient in Gu magic and can control all sorts of poisonous insects, making her incredibly difficult to defend against. If the geniuses of the Central Plains were to encounter her, they would be in for a world of trouble!"

"We, the Mad Blade Masters of the Northern Wilderness, wield our greatswords with ferocious power, invincible in all directions. We have come here to carve out our own place in this Grand Gathering of Prodigies!"

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The discussions within the city quickly intensified.

Everyone was filled with anticipation for their favorite prodigies, as if they could already see these prodigies showcasing their skills on the field.

And so, this highly anticipated tournament of prodigies slowly began amidst this enthusiastic atmosphere.

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Li Qingyuan and his two companions walked calmly and steadily into the city.

They all deliberately maintained a low profile.

Especially Yue Qinghuan, who displayed an exquisite and unparalleled ability to disguise herself.

She cleverly concealed her graceful figure and stunningly beautiful face.

She was naturally free-spirited and didn't want to be bothered by the endless stream of suitors.

This disguise brings peace and freedom.

The three walked slowly forward.

As they ventured deeper into the city, the sounds around them became increasingly complex and clearer.

People were talking about it on the streets and alleys, with most of the topics revolving around the outstanding individuals at this grand event.

Moreover, news about the rewards offered by the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion spread like wildfire among the crowd.

It turns out that the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion would distribute rewards after the second stage of the competition.

The top 300 talents will receive vastly different and generous rewards based on their cultivation level and final ranking.

It is said that the rewards are so generous that they are astonishing.

For those prodigies with slightly lower cultivation levels who have shown great promise, the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion will bestow upon them precious elixirs.

These pills may help break through bottlenecks, or they may stabilize the foundation and improve the purity of Xuan energy;

There are also exquisite martial arts manuals.

Among them are many long-lost martial arts techniques. If they can study them carefully, they will surely be able to improve their skills to a higher level.

For those prodigies with profound cultivation and who rank among the top, the rewards are even more extraordinary.

There are incredibly powerful magical treasures, or incomparably sharp divine weapons...

Each one contains immense power and can play a huge role in battle;

Even more remarkably, the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion will open up mysterious cultivation grounds.

These prodigies will be able to comprehend the laws of heaven and earth and absorb the spiritual energy of the world, laying a solid foundation for their future ascent to higher realms.

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As Li Qingyuan listened to the surrounding discussions, she pondered to herself:

The Heavenly Secrets Pavilion's generosity this time is truly astonishing, as they have already generously distributed such lavish rewards in the second phase.

However, he also had a vague feeling that there might be a deeper meaning behind this.

The third phase of exploring the secret realm is inherently filled with unknowns and dangers.

The early distribution of rewards may be due to a significant increase in the difficulty of the secret realm.

The Heavenly Mystery Pavilion's move may be well-intentioned, aiming to enhance the strength of the prodigies through rewards, thereby increasing their survival rate in the secret realm;

But it could also be intentional, to tempt these proud and arrogant geniuses with the lure of generous rewards, leading them to harbor evil thoughts of murder and robbery.

Thinking of this, Li Qingyuan couldn't help but frown slightly. If what he expected was true, the scene would inevitably descend into chaos.

Not only are there mysterious and unpredictable external threats from the secret realm, but there is also internal strife among the geniuses of the Central Plains who are killing each other in the struggle for treasures.

This Central Plains is a world where strength reigns supreme.

It is a sin for the weak to possess treasures...

Even if you accidentally acquire a treasure, it will only attract the covetousness and snatching of others.

This is the cruel law of survival.

But a slight smile crept onto Li Qingyuan's lips, and her eyes gleamed with excitement.

In his view, this situation, though fraught with danger, is also full of challenges and opportunities.

This will undoubtedly make the event even more spectacular.

He was already eager to get involved and show off his skills.

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