Chapter 7

Tianming Valley is located at the peak of a mountain called Daimai Mountain. From a high vantage point, one can see the mist swirling around, with a rainbow hanging in the sky.

The mountain peak is divided into several levels, namely the Star Platform, the Arena, the Promotion Hall, and the Combat Palace. Each of these places has its own unique scenery. These four grand structures are so magnificent that they are undoubtedly the most impressive in Tianming Valley. The other ordinary houses also have their own distinctive features, with each house being circular and containing a peculiar array that aids in cultivation, which is vastly different from the cultivation methods on the Dou Qi Continent, even the ancient clans do not possess such luxurious architecture.

People come and go in Tianming Valley, and the sounds of continuous sparring can be heard.

At this moment, at the summit of the mountain in Tianming Valley, several blue lights flashed, and the figures of Xiao Yan and others instantly appeared in the sky above the mountain. As soon as they appeared, someone immediately rushed over, clearly afraid of any enemy invasion.

In the Imperial Region, there are five major forces: the Xiao Clan, Tianming Valley, the Extermination Clan, the Illusory Demon Clan, and the Yimo Sect. These five major forces each occupy a territory. Apart from the good relationship between the Xiao Clan and Tianming Valley, the other forces are in constant conflict, vying for resources, and their relations are naturally not harmonious. Therefore, the defensive measures cannot be relaxed.

"Pay respects to the Ancestor!" The few people looked closely and saw that the person who came was Mingdi, and they immediately bowed.

Mingdi waved his hand, indicating that they did not need to be so formal, and then asked, "Has anything happened in the valley during my absence?" Recently, it seems that the major forces have been showing signs of movement. When he returned just now, the Yimo Sect actually made a public move. It's likely that things are not as simple as they seem, either targeting Xiao Yan or truly aiming at Tianming Valley, which can't help but make Mingdi somewhat worried.

"During the time the Ancestor was away, there were indeed conflicts with some forces, but fortunately, the opposing forces were not very strong. With the help of Elder Xiao, these forces were eventually repelled. Among them, the Yimo Sect and the Illusory Demon Clan were the two major forces involved, and the rest were small factions, all coming for the mineral resources, but they did not pose any significant threat." The three men stood up, and the man in the middle stepped forward and reported with a bow.

Upon hearing about the Yimo Sect and the Illusory Demon Clan, Mingdi's brows immediately furrowed. After pondering for a moment, he said to Xiong Yuan, who was standing behind him, "Xiong Yuan, you take Xiao Yan on a tour first. I need to handle some matters." Xiong Yuan nodded, and Mingdi left with the three people, followed by Yunfeng.

"Xiao Yan, let's go. I'll take you on a tour of Tianming Valley." Xiong Yuan smiled warmly and said to Xiao Yan, who was still observing the surroundings.

Standing there, Xiao Yan could see the entire Tianmo Mountain Range, a series of countless peaks winding and coiling, resembling a dragon's spine when viewed from the air, exuding a domineering aura.

"Sure, thank you, Senior Xiong Yuan." Xiao Yan thanked him, also eager to see how the Dou Di Continent differed from the Dou Qi Continent.

Xiong Yuan smiled and nodded, "Brother Xiao Yan, if you don't mind, let's just call each other brothers. The 'senior' title sounds a bit awkward." Xiong Yuan said heartily, showing great warmth as he led Xiao Yan into the valley.

In the valley, a few rays of sunlight fell, revealing the picturesque scenery of Tianming Valley. Xiong Yuan led Xiao Yan slowly, and people around them cast curious glances. The disciples of Tianming Valley all wore the same clothes, so Xiao Yan's unique attire naturally drew attention. However, with Xiong Yuan by his side, no one dared to ask, and occasionally, people would respectfully greet Xiong Yuan, who was well-liked in the valley for his cheerful personality.

In no time, they arrived at a place called the Star Platform. The structure of the Star Platform surprised Xiao Yan greatly. A platform as large as a small mountain floated in the air, with a considerable area, and people could be seen coming and going. Xiong Yuan smiled at Xiao Yan's surprised expression, not too surprised himself, remembering his own less impressive appearance when he first arrived, which brought a sense of nostalgia.

"Let's go up and take a look." Xiong Yuan said softly, his figure slowly rising. Xiao Yan followed him, slowly flying up. What met his eyes was countless people sitting in meditation, each emitting a dazzling light, and the powerful auras were overwhelming. The entire Star Platform rippled like water, with each ripple containing many people in cultivation, all emitting brilliant light. Xiao Yan was somewhat stunned; he had never seen such a large scale of cultivation before. He remembered that even the alchemy competition in the past did not have such a grand lineup.

"Truly astonishing." Xiao Yan smiled, his gaze sweeping over and finally stopping at a stone stele, where the three words "Star Platform" shone with a peculiar light. As he followed Xiong Yuan into the Star Platform, a strange energy surged, and he felt a slight improvement in his Dou Qi.