Chapter 339: The Ninth - Part 3
Although this jade bangle was indeed a powerful celestial treasure, Li Hao could sense the spatial Dao rhythm within it. He judged that if he were to face an opponent at the seventh or eighth level of the Immortal Lord Realm, they would likely have ways to counter its effects. Thus, it would only be effective against enemies at the fourth or fifth level—anything higher, and it would be useless.
In that case, its value as a life-saving tool was greatly diminished. He might as well give it to Lin Qingying.
"For me?"
Lin Qingying froze. When she saw the jade bangle, her cheeks flushed slightly. Yet, she still shook her head and said softly, "This is a immortal treasure. It's far too valuable."
"It's just a bangle. Take it."
Li Hao smiled and stuffed it into her hand, slipping it onto her wrist.
Lin Qingying's delicate hand, soft as congealed cream, was held in his. Her cheeks grew redder, but she did not pull away. She merely lowered her head and whispered a gentle “Mm.”
Off to the side, Gu Xingwan saw the scene unfold, her lips slightly parted, but she said nothing in the end.
In the distance, Chu Yueli happened to catch this moment and was instantly stunned. A surge of jealousy blazed in her eyes.
What did this mean? He hadn’t even married her yet, and he was already bringing in concubines?
Her face turned icy as she stared daggers at Li Hao, her fury undisguised.
Li Hao could feel the sharp gaze stabbing into him. Turning his head, he saw it was the imperial princess. Raising an eyebrow, he rolled his eyes at her in irritation and looked away, choosing to ignore her.
Such an attitude nearly drove Chu Yueli mad with rage. Giving gifts to another woman in front of her, and still acting so arrogant—he clearly didn’t take her seriously at all.
Far away in the starry sky—
What happened in front of the secret realm was also reflected in the void.
A figure in blue and green robes, racing through the stars, suddenly paused upon witnessing the scene.
That youth gently held the girl’s hand and placed a jade bangle on her wrist. Their gaze met tenderly, clearly revealing an intimate relationship.
She had seen that girl before, but she hadn’t expected their bond to have progressed so far.
After a brief pause, the figure resumed her flight, trailing colorful light, vanishing into the vast skies.
...
"The second trial shall be held atop Mount of Inquiry!"
Once the conferring of immortal soldiers had concluded, the commander of the immortal guards announced loudly, "Surely you have heard of Mount of Inquiry. It is forged from the Stone of the Heavenly Dao itself, containing the supreme truths of the Dao and capable of reflecting one’s Dao Heart!"
"Everyone, I ask you to follow me to Mount of Inquiry!"
These words were addressed to the emperors and sect masters of each immortal dynasty.
As he spoke, he raised his hand and lightly drew a line in the void.
Suddenly, the space split apart, revealing a massive rift that led to another part of the continent.
Beyond the rift stood a towering mountain, radiating an ancient and desolate aura—worn by time, marked by tribulations.
"That's Mount of Inquiry! They say the Supreme once comprehended the Heart of the Dao right there!"
"A test of one’s Dao Heart… I wonder if mine can endure it."
"It’s not just Dao Heart. Mount of Inquiry is said to reveal your own Dao manifestation—you’ll have to battle your own Dao self!"
Some of the more experienced geniuses, hailing from powerful clans, began murmuring with excitement and anticipation.
“I wonder how many layers of Mount of Inquiry your Dao Heart can climb. I’ll be waiting for you at the summit.”
As Li Hao looked around, a voice transmission arrived—it was Di Linchen.
Li Hao was slightly surprised and glanced over at him. This person had clearly sensed that his Dao Heart was no ordinary thing.
“Let’s go.”
The immortal guard commander called out, and the group made their way to Mount of Inquiry.
That spatial rift drastically shortened the distance. Passing through it, they arrived directly at the foot of Mount of Inquiry.
They saw that the mountain’s summit was blanketed in white, like snow. Golden clouds swirled at the peak, and faint thunder could be heard from within.
But everyone knew—it wasn’t ordinary thunder. It was the sound of the Great Dao, echoing from its origin. If one could comprehend it, their Dao realm would surely benefit.
“Mount of Inquiry not only tests your Dao Heart, but also reveals a manifestation of your current Dao realm. You must surpass it to advance. This trial will demand that you transcend yourself!”
The Immortal guard commander spoke coldly. “For ordinary cultivators, surpassing oneself is a rare chance for enlightenment. But for top-tier geniuses, it is a requirement. If you cannot continually transcend, the path of cultivation ahead will only grow harder!”
Everyone grew solemn, fully aware of how grueling the road to cultivation truly was.
Even reaching the Immortal King Realm required immense fortune—let alone striving for even loftier realms.
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