Invincible Starts From Dao Fruit-Chapter 581 - 453: The Advancing Zhou Yan! The Reward of the True Immortal!
"One Origin Dao Sect!"
Upon hearing this, Wan Xing immediately became alert.
A name commands respect, much like the shadow of a tree.
The Four Great Daoist Sects dominate Shenzhou, and each Daoist disciple is outstanding, surpassing the abilities of loose cultivator Upper Immortals in many ways.
Wan Xing dared not be careless.
Yet, no matter how vigilant he was, Wan Xing eventually couldn’t escape Chen Jichuan’s sword. The ’Ten Directions Water and Fire Sword Technique’ was unleashed, water and fire intertwining perfectly, shattering Wan Xing’s Triple Immortal Light. With one strike, he was swiftly reduced to ashes.
If this had happened outside the secret realm, Wan Xing would have undoubtedly died.
But within the Dayan Chessboard secret realm, the rules dictated that Upper Immortals would not perish, leaving him unharmed.
Immortal Court.
Daoism.
It stands as the rightful order of heaven and earth, distinct from evil demons. Although the Dayan Victory Conference was perilous with spiritual battles, the Dayan Chessboard, a supreme treasure, ensured that no Upper Immortal would die, and none would suffer injury, allowing them to compete to their fullest.
This was the true mercy of the Righteous Path.
"One Origin Dao Sect, Zhou Yan’s victory!"
Chen Jichuan’s first battle ended easily in triumph, which also provided him with insight into the gap between loose cultivator Upper Immortals from the Four Continents and Daoist Upper Immortals. For Wan Xing to carve his way through the South Continent and qualify for the Dayan Victory Conference, he must have been among the elite Upper Immortals of the South. Yet, under Chen Jichuan’s sword, he couldn’t hold on for long. Partly, this was because Chen Jichuan was far too strong, but it also revealed Wan Xing’s glaring weaknesses. If Wan Xing were to challenge the Trial Sword Peak of the One Origin Dao Sect, he would likely only manage the Fifth Peak.
By comparison, Daoist disciples generally needed to conquer the Sixth Peak to qualify for the Dayan Victory Conference. The difference between them was evident.
With the first battle won, Chen Jichuan went on to face nineteen Upper Immortal opponents in round-robin spiritual battles, each time emerging victoriously with ease, achieving an undefeated record in the group.
Among these nineteen Upper Immortals, the strongest was only at the level of the Sixth Peak’s pinnacle. Chen Jichuan, who could effortlessly pass through the Seventh Peak, naturally had no trouble defeating them.
Thus, he successfully advanced past the first round.
However, the first round for Inner Realm Upper Immortals had not yet concluded.
When Upper Immortals of equal strength meet, their battles often reach stalemates, lasting three to five months on average. The Dayan Victory Conference had a one-month time limit per battle, and if no decisive outcome was achieved, the winner would be determined based on the severity of injuries sustained by the competitors.
That said, injuring an Upper Immortal of the same level was extraordinarily difficult, so drawn matches were not uncommon.
Each spiritual battle could last up to one month.
Thus, a single round of matches, even if all were prolonged to the maximum duration, would take no more than nineteen months to complete.
Chen Jichuan’s group progressed swiftly, finishing in under half a year.
He could now expect approximately a year of rest before entering the next round.
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When the second round commenced,
Out of over 240,000 Inner Realm Upper Immortals, only just over 20,000 remained. By this stage, every Upper Immortal possessed exceptional skills.
Chen Jichuan clearly noticed that his nineteen opponents in the second round were collectively at a higher level than those in the first round. One opponent even had the capability to conquer the Seventh Peak of the Trial Sword Peak, while eight others displayed combat prowess at the level of the Sixth Peak. They employed diverse techniques: some relied on strange magical treasures, while others focused on refining unique skills.
Any momentary lapse in focus could result in falling into their traps.
These individuals also acted cunningly. If one succeeded in a decisive strike but lacked absolute confidence in achieving victory, they might utilize the terrain to conceal themselves. By doing so, they could drag out the match until the one-month deadline, allowing the Dayan Secret Realm to judge the victor based on injuries sustained.
This was the strategy of the cautious.
Chen Jichuan, targeting the championship, had no need for such strategies. He had elevated himself to his peak state for this competition.
After nineteen spiritual battles in this round, Chen Jichuan again achieved an undefeated record, securing first place in his group and advancing to the third round.
By the second round, True Immortal gazes occasionally swept across the secret realms, casually observing the ongoing battles.
At the Yaochi Treasure Pavilion,
The Qianming Palace Master, dressed in a Daoist robe, noticed one particular secret realm with a faint smile. Turning to the East River Palace Master, he remarked, "East River Palace truly has a generation of talented individuals. Your junior disciple Zhou Yan’s strength might well rival the Eighth Peak."
Inner Realm.
Age 1,320.
To achieve Eighth Peak-level combat ability at this cultivation stage and age was indeed worthy of praise.
"Making it past the third round, entering the top thousand Inner Realm rankings, should not be an issue."
Qianming Palace Master nodded repeatedly, clearly impressed.
"This one’s comprehension is extraordinary, undoubtedly excellent."
Even the typically high-minded East River Palace Master nodded slightly.
Achieving an all-win record over two rounds and advancing to the third round—the disciple’s performance was undeniably stellar. Known for valuing his reputation, the East River Palace Master wore a satisfied expression, as his disciple’s success reflected well upon him.
"If he has the ability to reach the top thousand, he might even have a shot at the top hundred."
"Allow me to lend him a hand."
The Qianming Palace Master summoned a Treasure Pavilion Warrior and handed over a crystal-clear Jade Fruit on a tray, saying, "Deliver this to Zhou Yan’s dwelling in the One Origin Dao Sect."
The Treasure Pavilion Warrior accepted the tray, bowed, and departed.
"Primordial Heart Fruit."
"Holding this fruit, advancing one’s strength by an entire level in a short time is effortless."
The East River Palace Master nodded to the Qianming Palace Master, expressing his gratitude.
This ’Primordial Heart Fruit’ was also a rare wonder of the world. Though it was of little use to True Immortals like them, it was immensely valuable to Upper Immortals. A single fruit could clear one’s spirit platform, heightening comprehension for a brief period—ideal for mastering magic techniques and pursuing the Dao.
Its benefits were akin to those of the Posuo Wanxiang Lotus, but its efficacy was even greater.
Priced at over 1,000 Fang Yuan Crystals, it meant little to a True Immortal like the Qianming Palace Master, but it represented a massive fortune to Upper Immortals. Using it at this juncture could escalate an individual’s strength within a short timeframe, enhancing their performance in the Dayan Victory Conference.
The East River Palace Master initially intended only for his disciple to participate, gaining exposure to the capabilities of fellow Upper Immortals and tempering his disposition. He had not harbored hopes of achieving a remarkable ranking.
