Chapter 178: Entering the Holy Tower

A terrifying killing intent, like a surging tide, spread across the platform, causing many top prodigies to visibly change color, their gazes filled with apprehension as they looked at Wu Huang.

Under the myriad gazes, Wu Huang's eyes were chilling. He stared at Zhou Yuan and said coldly, "Your most pathetic quality is possessing something you're not worthy of. And, tragically, you naively believe you can take it back again."

"Zhou Yuan..."

A sneer formed on Wu Huang's lips.

"This time, I'll make you understand that for the so-called Sacred Dragon's Fortune, you are merely a vessel, while I am its true master! I will make you taste true despair!"

A vast and overbearing Genesis Qi erupted from Wu Huang like a storm, his voice reverberating low in everyone's ears.

Some gazes also fell upon Zhou Yuan, most of them carrying a hint of sympathy. Although Zhou Yuan had reached the middle stage of the Heavenly Pass Realm, this was far too inferior compared to Wu Huang.

Amidst Wu Huang's chilling, murderous gaze and the many sympathetic looks, Zhou Yuan's expression remained undisturbed. He chuckled faintly and said, "You expressed yourself this way back when I was still in the Qi Nurturing Realm. Unfortunately, you never got your wish... So... Wu Huang, this time, you will still be disappointed."

Their gazes clashed in mid-air, the intense killing intent chilling the very air.

Boom!

Just as Zhou Yuan and Wu Huang's gazes met amidst the permeating killing intent, the Sacred Tower behind the platform suddenly emitted a low rumble. Immediately, many prodigies swiftly turned their attention, watching as the colossal tower gates slowly began to open.

"The Sacred Tower has opened!"

Everyone's eyes instantly blazed with fervor. The greatest fortune in the Saint Remains Domain lay within this Sacred Tower, which was presumably the so-called sacred land.

Everyone on the platform had already obtained a portion of the Saint Remains Domain's fortune, but compared to what lay before them, it was insignificant. If obtained, it would undoubtedly allow one to soar to unimaginable heights, surpassing everyone else. Facing such temptation, no one present could remain calm.

Perhaps with the exception of Yao Yao...

Her gaze, directed at the Sacred Tower, remained as placid as a deep pool, devoid of any emotional fluctuation. She even furrowed her delicate brows slightly, for somehow, the Sacred Tower before her gave her an indescribable feeling. Faintly, it was as if she had seen it somewhere before... Yet, when she tried to recall, she found nothing. This sensation left her somewhat displeased.

"The Sacred Tower is open! Quickly enter!"

As the tower gates opened, the platform fell silent for a moment before figures shot out violently, rushing towards the gates in a swarm. Even Wu Huang and Ye Ming exchanged glances, no longer hesitating, and their group swiftly turned and darted forward.

"Let's go too," Zhou Yuan said, looking at Yao Yao and the others.

The group naturally had no objections; in fact, they were eager.

"Go!"

Genesis Qi surged, transforming into several streaks of light that, under the envious gazes of countless people in the Saint Remains Domain, rushed into the Sacred Tower.

***

Outside the Saint Remains Domain.

Here, too, many people had gathered, representing various factions from the Boundless Continent, all awaiting the final outcome of the Saint Remains Domain. They knew that this outcome could very well alter the power dynamics of the Bound boundless Continent.

In the mid-air, six colossal currents of Genesis Qi surged, forming clouds upon which six figures sat in meditation. The oppressive aura emanating from them filled the representatives of the various factions below with awe. These were the envoys of the Six Sacred Sects.

They had remained with their eyes closed, like immovable rocks, but today, their tightly shut eyes suddenly stirred, then slowly opened.

"The sacred land within the Saint Remains Domain has appeared." The six individuals' gazes turned towards the Saint Remains Domain. At this moment, they vaguely sensed an unusual fluctuation emerging from within it.

"The sacred land, it truly appeared..." Zhao Pan, the envoy from the Sacred Palace, narrowed his eyes as he stared at the Saint Remains Domain, a flickering light in his gaze, his thoughts unknown.

In another direction, the barefoot elder who had once helped Zhou Yuan gently tapped his pipe, his gaze fixed on the Saint Remains Domain with a hint of complexity.

"Heh heh, I wonder who will obtain that great fortune in the Saint Remains Domain this time?" One of the six envoys said with a faint smile.

The pale-faced, beardless Zhao Pan smiled faintly and said, "Wu Huang possesses great fortune and exceptional talent; he is undeniably the foremost among the younger generation of the Boundless Continent. That fortune can only belong to him."

The barefoot elder named Mu Wuji scoffed, "Judging by your tone, it seems your Sacred Palace has already claimed him?"

Zhao Pan glanced at him and said, "Isn't it natural for a phoenix to reside in the wutong tree? Wu Huang made the best choice."

"Wutong? Heh." Mu Wuji sneered, his voice laced with intense coldness. "Do your Sacred Palace members dare enter this Saint Remains Domain?"

Zhao Pan said indifferently, "Mu Wuji, it seems your Cangxuan Sect is still dwelling on what happened back then. Your ancestor defied a sacred decree, incurred the Sacred Wrath, and met with such a fate. He merely brought it upon himself. Hmph, if you have any objections, feel free to argue your case at the Sacred Palace... But do you truly believe your Cangxuan Sect is still the top sect in Cangxuan Heaven as it was back then?"

Mu Wuji's large hand clenched his pipe tightly, killing intent surging in his eyes.

However, Zhao Pan maintained his cold sneer, his Genesis Qi swirling around him, forming a vast azure cloud that roared behind him, radiating immense power. The tension between the two instantly escalated to breaking point.

The many representatives of various Boundless Continent factions below watched this scene with astonishment, clearly not understanding why these two envoys were so enraged.

Seeing this, the envoys from the other four sects spoke up, trying to mediate. "There's no need for you two to argue further. They have already entered the sacred land; we can now proceed with our methods..."

Zhao Pan and Mu Wuji coldly snorted, each retracting their immense Genesis Qi.

"Let's begin."

The six envoys formed hand seals, and suddenly, vast Genesis Qi shot out, swirling before them and gradually forming a colossal Genesis Qi mirror. Within the mirror, light coalesced, and a scene gradually appeared. Upon closer inspection, the scene revealed the thirty-eight figures who had entered the Sacred Tower.

At this moment, as the thirty-eight figures entered the Sacred Tower, a majestic, seemingly endless sacred mountain, radiating mystery and vastness, also appeared within the mirror.

Outside the entire Saint Remains Domain, representatives from all factions were invigorated, turning their attention to the mirror. They knew that the ensuing battles within would undoubtedly shake the entire Boundless Continent. But they wondered, who among the many top prodigies would stand out and astound all sides?