A few days later, Lu Ye's cultivation advanced by another layer, reaching the perfection of Innate Seventh Layer.

Breaking through to Innate Eighth Layer was imminent.

...

Meanwhile, at Yinmang Mountain.

This is a well-known mountain in the Northern Territory.

For no other reason than Elder Yinmang of Yinmang Mountain, a peak Innate Powerhouse at the Ninth Layer.

Even though he had not established an Innate Clan, his strength surpassed countless patriarchs of Innate Clans.

At this moment, on Yinmang Mountain, Wang Youcai was filled with resentment.

Previously during the Wang Family's birthday banquet, he was in seclusion, attempting a breakthrough to the Postnatal Seventh Layer Realm, and coincidentally missed it.

After coming out, just as he wanted to rush back, he received news of the Wang Family's destruction and the death of the patriarch.

So, inexplicably... his family exploded.

Now, even if he wanted to return, he had nowhere to go and might even be captured and imprisoned.

With extreme anger, Wang Youcai continued his seclusion cultivation on Yinmang Mountain, currently at the Postnatal Ninth Layer Realm.

He was just a step away from breaking through to Innate.

His aptitude was remarkably strong, and in Elder Yinmang's view, he was definitely no weaker than Chen Lingxiang and was well-suited to cultivate his techniques.

Otherwise, Elder Yinmang would not have taken him as a disciple and taught him with full effort.

Atop Yinmang Mountain, an elderly man sat cross-legged, gazing at the swirling clouds in the mountains.

"Your mind is in chaos. You are about to break through to Innate, but this state of mind will become an obstacle to your advancement."

Not far behind the elder, Wang Youcai stood there, his face gloomy.

"Master, the Wang Family is gone... I can't remain indifferent."

Elder Yinmang said solemnly, "I have long warned that evil cultivation is not the Righteous Dao, and once exposed, it leads to a miserable end."

"Fortunately, you haven't fallen into the Evil Dao or practiced evil techniques; otherwise, even I wouldn't be able to save you."

"Calm your mind, prepare to break through to Innate in three days, and I will assist you in your advancement."

Wang Youcai took a deep breath and said, "Thank you, Master!"

Wang Youcai knew that the priority was to enhance his own strength!

Only then would he have the chance to avenge the Wang Family.

...

...

After returning to the Jiang Family, Jiang Lingyue seemed to have improved, with a normal appetite.

But Jiang Qingge always felt... is her sister only outwardly better, but actually sicker?

Because Jiang Lingyue often blushed and sometimes giggled, as if recalling something joyful.

This behavior made Jiang Qingge feel something was off.

"Lingyue, did you encounter anything outside this time?" After pondering, Jiang Qingge decided to ask.

After all, their father was busy with family affairs.

And their mother passed away early, so if Jiang Qingge didn't care, hardly anyone would care for Jiang Lingyue.

"No..." Jiang Lingyue said, but then suddenly thought of something, her face reddening uncontrollably.

It seemed... she did encounter something.

However, those were things she couldn't speak of.

Seeing Jiang Lingyue's expression, Jiang Qingge couldn't help but worry more.

"The outside world is treacherous; you must not easily trust others."

"Mmm, mmm, sister, don't worry. I'm not a fool. I won't be easily deceived." Jiang Lingyue patted her chest, feeling her brain was quite functional.

Hearing this, Jiang Qingge felt slightly relieved.

Then, she glanced at Jiang Lingyue's legs and asked, "What's wrong with your legs? You seem to be walking uncomfortably?"

Blushing slightly, Jiang Lingyue whispered, "It's... it's just a stepping technique mishap. It's nothing serious; it'll be better in a few days."

Patting Jiang Lingyue's head, Jiang Qingge sighed, "I know you're under pressure, but there's no need to rush. Health is the most important."

Actually, Jiang Lingyue wasn't as anxious as before.

Previously, in Lu Ye's courtyard, Lu Ye had also said that haste disrupts martial cultivation.

Sometimes, impatience only slows down the cultivation path.

...

In Lu Ye's courtyard, Lu Ye was lost in thought.

After sending Jiang Lingyue off, Lu Ye went to Tian Qing and got some news.

In half a month, a Secret Realm will open in the Northern Territory!

The Black Valley Secret Realm!

This Secret Realm is rich with Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, full of opportunities, reputed to be the treasure trove of a large sect from tens of thousands of years ago.

Anyone below Martial Arts Grandmaster can enter and obtain resources.

Most Low Tier Secret Realms are gifts for those Below Innate.

The Black Valley Secret Realm is a realm full of opportunities for Innate Realm martial arts cultivators.

Thus, every time the Black Valley Secret Realm opens, all Innate Powerhouses in the Northern Territory gather.

Even other places in Xuanzhou might send people.

According to Tian Qing, although the Secret Realm is filled with opportunities, it is extremely dangerous and full of risks.

With the slightest mistake, even those high and mighty Innate beings could fall instantly to countless ordinary people!

Lu Ye was also tempted.

He had only one Middle Grade Innate Pill left, reserved for breaking through to the Innate Eighth Layer.

As for Xiao Ling's Origin Spirit Liquid, it was still gathering.

"Once I advance to the Innate Eighth Layer, I should be able to stand against a First Layer Martial Arts Grandmaster..."

After pondering briefly, Lu Ye decided to go to the Black Valley Secret Realm.

With half a month until it opens, there's enough time for him to advance to the Innate Eighth Layer.

A few days later, in a remote place outside the city.

Lu Ye consumed the last Middle Grade Innate Pill, gathered Heaven and Earth Source Qi, and successfully entered the Innate Eighth Layer.

Meanwhile, Innate families and forces in the Northern Territory who were interested were all heading to the Black Valley Secret Realm.

Red Cloud Sect.

The Red Cloud Fairy lay lazily on a chair, looking at her direct disciple and said indifferently, "The timing of the Black Valley Secret Realm's opening isn't right; your strength isn't the top there, so don't feel too pressured. However, this opportunity, my Red Cloud Sect shall have it!"

Besides Su Wan, with three slots available, the Red Cloud Sect was sending two Elders who had reached the Innate Ninth Layer this time!

Hearing this, Su Wan, who had returned to the sect for some time, sighed softly.

Although she had successfully advanced to the Innate Fifth Layer through resources and seclusion after returning.

The encounter with the Five Poison Sect's Guardian that day had hit Su Wan's confidence somewhat.

Even with both being Innate Fifth Layer, Su Wan knew that even now, if she faced the Five Poison Sect's Guardian again, she'd probably...

Still not be its match!

And that Mysterious Innate who could easily wound the Five Poison Sect's Guardian, there's no need to mention.

Su Wan estimated that he could defeat her in three to five moves at most.

Looking at the Red Cloud Fairy in her palace gown, with a stunning figure outlined, Su Wan nodded, "Yes, Master!"

The Red Cloud Fairy lazily stood up and said, "When the Secret Realm opens, I will also be there, alongside the martial grandmasters of the other two sects, to oversee it."

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