Immortal Reverence Yuxuan's gaze was like lightning, slowly sweeping over the ten people present. He paused briefly on Han Xuanji, nodded imperceptibly, and then spoke:
"Everyone is here."
"The opening of Great Luo Heaven this time is a grand event for our Human Race. You are all the most outstanding Disciples of Lingxu Heavenly Palace. This trip has two purposes: first, to listen to the great powers preach the Dao and comprehend the ultimate truths of heaven and earth; second, to broaden your horizons and witness those peerless Prodigies of the Human Race, so that you do not become ignorant of the immensity of the world."
Everyone's eyes flickered; some frowned, while others were filled with anticipation.
As a renowned Holy Land of the Human Race in the Upper Realm, Great Luo Heaven had countless legends.
Immortal Reverence Yuxuan said no more, and with a flick of his sleeve, a brilliant Immortal light flew out from his sleeve, rapidly expanding in the air to become an Immortal boat, about a hundred zhang long, appearing to be carved entirely from ten-thousand-year-old profound gold.
The Immortal boat had smooth lines and intricate runes, emitting powerful spatial fluctuations. The prow was carved with the symbol of Lingxu Heavenly Palace, appearing faintly in the clouds, exuding an extraordinary Aura.
"Board the boat."
As Immortal Reverence Yuxuan gave the command, ten figures transformed into streaks of light, flying into the Immortal boat one by one.
Han Xuanji walked calmly, following the others.
Inside the Immortal boat, the space was far more vast than it appeared from the outside, like a mobile palace.
Immortal Reverence Yuxuan walked directly to the control core at the prow, while the other Disciples each found a place to close their eyes and meditate, or gathered to converse.
Han Xuanji chose a quiet corner, and Su Ming followed closely.
"Senior Brother, this trip to Great Luo Heaven is said to gather the top Geniuses from various forces, even descendants of Immortal Kings and inheritors of ancient clans..."
Su Ming's tone carried a hint of longing and also a touch of solemnity.
Han Xuanji replied indifferently:
"With heroes gathered and great powers preaching the Dao, it is a rare opportunity. Just focus on comprehending; there's no need to be overly concerned with the empty fame of victory or defeat."
"Mm."
Su Ming nodded, very respectfully.
At this moment, the Immortal boat vibrated gently, then transformed into a streak of light that tore through the Void Realm. Layers of cloud sea were pierced, and the Immortal boat soared upwards, breaking through the spatial barrier and speeding towards the legendary supreme Dao site jointly created by the great powers of the Human Race—Great Luo Heaven.
The Immortal boat traveled steadily and swiftly through the spatial passage, with the outside displaying a dazzling, ever-changing spectacle of the Void Realm.
Han Xuanji secretly marveled at how high the sky of this Immortal Realm truly was.
Inside the boat, the ten great Prodigies of Lingxu Heavenly Palace, after their initial restraint, gradually became more lively.
They were familiar with each other, many being prominent figures, so gathering together naturally led to conversation.
However, many gazes, whether overt or covert, would always drift subtly towards the two figures sitting alone in the quiet corner, especially Han Xuanji.
He was too special.
In terms of cultivation, among the Prodigies present, apart from Su Ming, four were already at the Golden Immortal Realm, while the others were Profound Immortal Cultivators, two of whom were at the Peak of Profound Immortal. Han Xuanji was not particularly outstanding.
The most crucial point was that almost no one present recognized his identity.
Yet, such a person could stand alongside them, representing Lingxu Heavenly Palace on the journey to Great Luo Heaven.
"He must be the legendary Dao Child, right? He doesn't seem to have anything special about him."
A woman in a flowing cloud Immortal dress with a cold temperament spoke first, a hint of inquiry in her beautiful eyes.
Beside her was Zhou Tianchen, Immortal Reverence Tianji's Personal Disciple.
Zhou Tianchen's Face was handsome, and the confident smile he habitually wore at the corner of his mouth slightly receded. He glanced at Han Xuanji and said:
"Fairy Ruoshui, this Senior Brother seems ordinary, but that in itself is strange... He must be cultivating some profound concealment technique."
Zhou Tianchen's reply left Han Xuanji speechless.
You've already discovered it.
But if he revealed his true cultivation, he feared he would scare everyone present to death.
At this moment, a young man who had been meditating with his eyes closed, with faint array patterns circulating around him, slowly opened his eyes.
He looked sharply at Han Xuanji and said indifferently:
"The path of cultivation ultimately depends on strength. Great Luo Heaven gathers heroes, and comparisons will inevitably arise. Don't lose Face for our Lingxu Heavenly Palace."
There was a hint of provocation in his words.
Su Ming then revealed the other party's identity:
"Senior Brother, this person is named Lin Feng. He has extremely high talent in array Dao and is Immortal Venerable Chang Geng's Disciple..."
Han Xuanji nodded, only feeling somewhat inexplicable.
He shouldn't have offended the other party, right?
But he quickly realized that perhaps the other party felt he wasn't worthy of being the Dao Child?
After all, Han Xuanji had never displayed absolute talent or strength, and many Prodigies within the Sect probably felt unconvinced. However, they had no idea of his identity before, and the several Chief Elders would not have leaked it.
This time, he was exposed to everyone's sight for the first time.
Sensing the subtle probing gazes and obscure Divine Sense fluctuations from all around, Han Xuanji understood in his heart but still showed no reaction, as if immersed in his own world.
Seeing this, the others couldn't help but raise their evaluation of Han Xuanji a notch.
This composed demeanor and profound sense of mystery did make them put away some of their slight contempt.
No one spoke easily to test him again, only observing in secret, each with their own thoughts.
Finally.
After an unknown amount of time.
The Immortal boat gently vibrated, as if it had passed through an invisible membrane, and the chaotic, disordered scene outside suddenly vanished.
In its place was a vastness that defied description.
Everyone opened their eyes, and Immortal Reverence Yuxuan's voice reached their ears:
"Great Luo Heaven has arrived."
Arrived?
Han Xuanji perceived the outside world, feeling as if he were in an boundless Void Realm.
However, this Void Realm was not desolate.
As far as the eye could see, in the distant front, vaguely visible were floating Immortal mountains, with outlines of palaces and pavilions upon them, emitting various auspicious multicolored lights.
Further away, there seemed to be winding star rivers, ancient trees rooted in the Void Realm that reached the sky, and strange creatures swimming like living beings... It was bizarre and fantastical, beyond the grasp of normal cognition.
This was Great Luo Heaven, a mysterious Dao Realm created by numerous great powers of the Human Race in the endless Void Realm.
The many Prodigies of Lingxu Heavenly Palace were clearly here for the first time, and their eyes were filled with curiosity.
Soon, led by Immortal Reverence Yuxuan, everyone arrived at a grand hall.
Yuanshi Hall.
Hundreds of figures had already gathered before the hall, all Human Race Cultivators of varying cultivation levels. The lowest were Cultivators like Su Ming, who had not yet reached Profound Immortal, and there were also Golden Immortal Rank ones.
Immortal Reverence Yuxuan led everyone to land before the hall, then disappeared after leaving a few words:
"You all stay here and do not wander off."
In an instant, many Divine Sense swept over the people of Lingxu Heavenly Palace, including Han Xuanji.
Han Xuanji, however, had adjusted his cultivation to the Profound Immortal Middle Stage, displaying his innate talent of double pupils. After all, too low an Aptitude would seem somewhat abrupt.
Profound Immortal combined with the Aptitude of double pupils was quite good.
"I hope I don't encounter any inexplicable situations."
Han Xuanji thought silently. He didn't want to become the center of attention like a novel's protagonist.