C4 Extreme Spirit Secret Realm

Upon returning to the Cloud Soaring Sect, Xiao Feng made his way directly to the secluded back mountain, his usual spot for cultivation.

The sect had recently been shaken by significant events, leaving the area deserted—a circumstance that suited Xiao Feng perfectly. With a flick of his wrist, the Overlord Spear materialized in his grasp. Rather than ascending the mountain, he chose to stand at its base, gazing up at the towering peak while his Spiritual Force flowed gently within him.

Clutching the spear firmly, Xiao Feng assumed a stance, his demeanor abruptly shifting to one of overwhelming authority. The spear, after all, is the most commanding of weapons, and only those with a heart of dominance can fully unlock its potential.

Fresh from three months of relentless battle and having just slain Feng Bozi and his disciple, Xiao Feng's presence had reached its zenith—the epitome of unadulterated dominance.

With a fierce cry, he shifted his grip from one hand to both and thrust the spear forward with earth-shattering force, the weapon emitting a sound akin to a dragon's roar. The Overlord Spear struck the mountainside, sending soil and debris into the air.

The spear pressed on, as if intent on boring through the mountain itself. Yet, given Xiao Feng's current level of cultivation, such a feat remained out of reach. As his Spiritual Force depleted, he had no choice but to retract the spear, acknowledging his current inability to wield the Overlord Spear without considerable exertion.

In this world, the realms of cultivation are classified from highest to lowest as Heaven, Earth, Universe, and Dao Initiation, with each major realm further divided into nine minor realms. Achieving perfection within these signifies readiness to challenge the next major realm.

Xiao Feng resided at Level Nine of the Desolate Realm, or the Desolate Nine Realms. Despite this, he was confident that his recent trials had prepared him to contend with those at the pinnacle of the Desolate Realm or even adversaries within the Flood Realm.

Using the Overlord Spear to take on the powerhouses of the Eternal Realm might not be entirely out of the question!

Yet, Xiao Feng was somewhat troubled as he examined the spear in his grasp.

Everyone else was soaring through the skies with flying swords. Was he really supposed to fly with a spear? It just didn't seem as stylish.

"Maybe I should get a flying sword just for travel?"

"Why bother with a flying sword? That piece of junk? Flying with a spear is much faster!" The voice of the armor rang out unexpectedly.

"What?" Xiao Feng had always believed that sword flight was the pinnacle of speed. The concept of spear flight was completely foreign to him.

The armor boasted, "Give it a try!"

Xiao Feng positioned the Overlord Spear horizontally in front of him and stood atop it. Guided by his will, the spear shot into the heavens! It dawned on him that the Cloud Soaring Sect had shrunk to a mere speck below.

The elder didn't deceive me! This velocity is something I suspect only those who've reached the Eternal Realm could harness!

No man would turn down such sheer speed, especially when it could double as a life-saving tool. Xiao Feng quickly discarded the notion of acquiring a flying sword.

"There have been few throughout the annals of history who could match his talent," a mysterious voice emerged out of nowhere.

The armor paused, then affirmed, "Perhaps only 'he' from the past could have achieved this at such a young age. Alas, 'he' has perished, and no one else can don me now..."

The mysterious voice reflected for a while before speaking softly, "You've changed quite a bit..."

"Anyone would mature after witnessing the death of someone close to them," the armor replied nonchalantly, yet the words carried a bitter undertone to the mysterious listener.

Just then, Xiao Feng touched down and inquired, "Senior, I'm not the reincarnation of some great figure, am I?"

His query drew laughter from the armor. It seemed that youthful imagination knew no bounds!

"Why would you think that?"

"Well, suddenly I have a mentor like you guiding me. Plus, the man I encountered recently seemed oddly familiar. It makes me wonder if he could be the reincarnation of some legendary figure."

Xiao Feng's guess left Armor Senior speechless. It took a while before he responded, "You're overthinking it. You're not the reincarnation of some great power, but you do have a connection to one. As for that man, that's because you've come into possession of the Overlord Spear."

... Main Hall of the Cloud Soaring Sect

Xiao Feng had been summoned here unexpectedly. As soon as he walked in, he noticed the hall was filled with elders, and the atmosphere suggested the situation was even more critical than it had been earlier in the day.

"Sect Master, what's going on?"

Qing Yutang looked gravely serious as he announced, "We've just received word that the once-in-a-century Secret Realm of Extreme Spirit is about to open! True to its name, this Secret Realm contains not only top-grade Spirit Stones but also Spiritual Weapons!"

Top-grade Spirit Stones?! That was exactly what Armor Senior had instructed him to find!

In this world, Spirit Stones, containing the purest Spiritual Force, served as currency and were categorized into three levels: lower, middle, and upper. The top-grade Spirit Stones were exceedingly rare!

Xiao Feng felt a surge of excitement. Acquiring top-grade Spirit Stones would not only aid his cultivation and allow him to purchase Spiritual Weapons and herbs, but it would also help restore Armor Senior's strength!

That small world was invaluable!

Qing Yutang, seeing the look on Xiao Feng's face, already knew what his disciple was contemplating. He spoke up, "We want you to venture into the Secret Realm of Extreme Spirit! Despite the immense dangers that lie within, we hope you will face them with courage!"

Xiao Feng nodded firmly, "Sect Master, say no more. I will return safely."

Watching Xiao Feng depart, the great elder remarked, "Xiao Feng is mature and dependable, acts with integrity, and although he's somewhat tender-hearted, I am confident in entrusting the Cloud Soaring Sect to his care."

...

Upon reaching the location of the Secret Realm of Extreme Spirit, Xiao Feng was overwhelmed. The area was teeming with members from various sects.

Under the jurisdiction of the Mountain Sea Sect, there were many smaller sects, and judging by the turnout, the majority had gathered here!

Just then, the sky was suddenly graced by the sight of a carriage pulled by a majestic phoenix-like creature!

Xiao Feng's brow furrowed. Although not a true phoenix, the creature's strength was undoubtedly at the Flood Realm level! Coupled with the Strange Beast's formidable physique, it was likely that few among those present could match it in battle.

If the creature pulling the carriage was this fearsome, one could only imagine the power of the person seated within!

As the carriage curtain was drawn back, a stunning woman emerged, clad in spotless white garments that appeared untouched by the world's grime.

Yet, her words were chillingly cold, "The Spirit Secret Realm is now under the control of the Mountain Sea Sect and the Divine Cloud Sect! All those unaffiliated have half an hour to depart, or face death without mercy!"

The Mountain Sea Sect! The founding ancestors of this sect were honored for their contributions, thus allowing them to establish their own clans under the sect's protection.

The Divine Cloud Sect, on the other hand, was the undisputed leading sect under the Mountain Sea Sect's dominion. Indeed, the combined might of all other sects paled in comparison to its singular power.

Their interest in the Spirit Secret Realm suggested that this place harbored secrets of significant value.