The Most Powerful Overlord

Chapter 213: Birth of the Hidden Tower’s Genius

A message soon emerged from the Huaxia Martial Arts Realm: the four top figures from the previous Huaxia Dragon List, including Yan Fengchen, had gone to Demon Island.

However, a Spirit Master calculated that all four had fallen on Demon Island, with none surviving.

"What? It was Yan Fengchen and others from the previous Dragon List top three? They’re all dead?"

"Demon Island truly is terrifying! Even such strong individuals have fallen! No wonder it’s at the top of the Seven Great Forbidden Lands of Huaxia!"

"With Demon Island being so dangerous, Ye Xiaoyao ventured there alone, it seems he has also fallen at Demon Island."

"Not seems to have; he definitely died at Demon Island. Such a peerless genius gone just like that."

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Many in the Huaxia Martial Arts Realm sighed with regret, while some reveled in schadenfreude.

This time, everyone was certain that Ye Xiaoyao was permanently on Demon Island.

Hence, Demon Island became the greatest taboo in the Martial Arts Realm, with no one daring to venture there in the future.

Yet, neither the Xiaoyao Alliance nor the slave families of Ye Qingtian dared to act rashly, knowing there was only one chance, and a wrong move could lead to total annihilation.

Wangyue Pavilion’s Five Directions Tower, Hidden Tower, at first seems like an attic. But in reality, Hidden Tower refers to a place; it’s one of the Seven Great Forbidden Lands of Huaxia, where the true essence of Wangyue Pavilion lies.

It’s said that Hidden Tower was once the site of a major Martial Arts sect, not only filled with abundant spiritual energy, but also containing many elixirs, spiritual energy, and treasures or martial arts opportunities left by powerful individuals. Entering it might yield great fortune, easily breaking through to a higher Martial Arts Realm, with strength advancing rapidly.

Not to mention the reclusive martial artists, the most famous externally is Ye Fengtian of Central Heaven, who gained great fortune at Hidden Tower and made a name for himself in one battle.

The ten-year cycle for Hidden Tower’s opening aims to ensure the future of the Huaxia Martial Arts Realm, with ten young talents entering this time.

A month was nearing.

The first place in Hidden Tower is called Natural Pavilion; it’s agreed by the ten geniuses to gather here at the end.

Already five talents have gathered, each with a face full of excitement. Nearly a month in, each has gained fortune, their martial arts strength has made breakthroughs.

"Look quickly, those two are Ren Shaowu from the Ren Family in Tianjing and Hua Chenfeng from the Hua Family! My heavens, both have reached Late-stage Martial King Realm! Truly terrifying!"

The five seeing Ren Shaowu and Hua Chenfeng were immediately stunned.

They thought after a month of hard work in Hidden Tower, they could measure up to these Tianjing scions, but didn’t expect their strength would also advance rapidly, even more terrifying.

Ren Shaowu and Hua Chenfeng smiled broadly, greeting everyone.

"Boom!"

At that moment, a violent and terrifying aura swept across the venue, pressure exerted across everyone.

Long Kuangqiong had arrived, with a Martial Seal faintly appearing between his brows.

Indeed, he had reached Half-step Martial Emperor Cultivation!

He had made a full advancement in his realm!

His momentum was rainbow-like, resembling both dragon and tiger.

Soon, another person appeared in the venue, Ye Shentian.

From the outside, he looked like an ordinary person, but in reality, his vital energy was like an ocean, even faintly producing explosive sounds.

"You... You’re also at the Half-step Martial Emperor Realm?"

Hua Chenfeng, Ren Shaowu and others were dumbfounded, everyone was incredulous.

"Haha, Shentian, you’ve also reached Half-step Martial Emperor. Given time, we’ll also be able to reach Martial Emperor Realm; it feels so wonderful!"

Long Kuangqiong laughed wildly.

"I unintentionally entered Great Red Heaven, gaining Crimson Light Body Tempering. I barely broke through to Half-step Martial Emperor Realm! It’s a pity the crimson light was too weak, or I would have continued advancing."

Long Kuangqiong showed regret.

Ye Shentian chuckled serenely, "My luck wasn’t bad either; I entered Celestial Yang Cave, experiencing some fortuitous encounters, and obtaining treasures. I broke through to Half-step Martial Emperor and estimate that in the future, these treasures will enable me to condense a High-tier Martial Seal before stepping into Martial Emperor Realm!"

"I’m really envious of you!"

The talents behind watched the two men with great envy.

Ye Shentian, hands behind his back, sighed deeply: "Before, my vision was too narrow, I thought Hidden Dragon List was the sky. Now it seems Hidden Dragon List is just child’s play."

Long Kuangqiong echoed, "Yeah, what about former number one Ye Xiaoyao, he doesn’t even come into view. This might sound arrogant, but my future goal is the Five Dragons of Huaxia! Before, I thought the gap with them was like heaven’s divide, but now it seems I have a complete chance!"

"By the way, has Vice Minister Ren Shaoqing not come out yet?"

Ye Shentian asked.

"Not yet currently! I suppose he’ll be here soon!"

Hua Chenfeng replied.

They waited for half a day.

Until evening, a figure appeared, it was Ren Shaoqing.

His white clothes fluttered, his aura like an Exiled Immortal.

The whole person exuded an ethereal temperament, his eyes shining brilliantly.

He appeared calm on the surface, yet beneath, he was as deep as a vast ocean.

"Young Master Ren, what’s your cultivation level now?"

Ye Shentian asked curiously, others also showed curiosity.

"Boom!"

Suddenly, Ren Shaoqing exuded an aura of desolation, exerting pressure throughout, seemingly shaking the entire Hidden Tower.

"Martial... Martial Emperor, wow..."

Everyone’s eyes almost popped out.

Generally, advancing becomes more difficult with each level.

Ye Shentian and others thought Ren Shaoqing might be just Half-step Martial Emperor, same as them at most.

Unexpectedly, Ren Shaoqing crossed two levels directly to breakthrough to Martial Emperor.

Between Ren Shaoqing’s brows, a dazzling Martial Seal appeared, and a Cloud Sea Root manifested.

"First, congratulations to Vice Minister Ren Shaoqing for obtaining the legendary treasure Cloud Sea Root, and breaking through to Martial Emperor Cultivation. Not only that, but also condensing a super-grade initial-tier Martial Seal, there’s great hope for achieving Divine Martial Seal in the future."

A heavenly female voice came forth, leaving all startled.

Martial Emperor Cultivation? And a super-grade initial-tier Martial Seal? It’s utterly defying the laws!

Ye Shentian and others were thunderstruck, unable to speak from surprise.

"My master, Young Master Wu Chen, said, allow you to consolidate your cultivation here for five days before leaving Hidden Tower!"

"By the way, the master mentioned the possibility of accepting Vice Minister Ren Shaoqing as an apprentice, wondering what you think, Ren Shaoqing?"

Upon hearing this news, Ye Shentian and others were intensely envious.

It was a golden opportunity, the legendary Young Master Wu Chen had no disciples, offering mere guidance to Ye Fengtian.

Now, offering to take Ren Shaoqing as a disciple, it indicated his remarkable genius.

Furthermore, everyone could guess Young Master Wu Chen’s intention to nurture Ren Shaoqing like the Five Dragons of Huaxia.

"Vice Minister Ren Shaoqing is willing!"

Ren Shaoqing accepted instantly, showing excitement.

"Congratulations, Young Master Ren; after exiting this time, Hidden Dragon List’s first spot in Huaxia will surely belong to you! With time, Huaxia Dragon List’s first spot will also belong to you!"

Everyone congratulated joyous.

Ren Shaoqing smiled, "Let us, good brothers, all strive together; we’ll be the future Five Dragons of Huaxia!"

Everyone was encouraged, looking upon Ren Shaoqing as the goal of endeavor.

At this moment, Ye Qingtian was on a flight heading to Tianjing.