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Novel: [Night Without Boundaries]
Chapter 101: [All Parties Arrive]
Author: [Chen Dong]
Translator: [Shadow Knight AK]
Editor: [Shadow Knight AK]
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Every word Qin Ming spoke was true.
He had indeed witnessed an ancient grandmaster approaching him, wielding a great spear that stirred the dark clouds into a tempestuous frenzy, summoning thunder and lightning.
The grandmaster's peerless, heroic figure shook heaven and earth.
Tragically, the Overlord ultimately met a gruesome end.
After piercing the elder's jade-white palm, drawing blood, he was bound by golden Immortal runes.
The renowned elder from the Night Mist World then struck him six times from afar, targeting the Overlord's limbs, torso, and head.
Each strike caused a corresponding body part to explode.
In the final moment before his skull shattered, the Overlord remained silent, his eyes blazing with fury as two golden bolts of lightning shot forth from his gaze.
Yet the white-haired, youthful-faced elder casually brushed his jade-like palm across the air, shattering the lightning bolts into nothingness.
The Overlord's cultivation realm was lower than the elder's. His ability to wound a powerful figure from Beyond the Mortal Realm, drawing blood from the elder's right hand, had shaken the world over a century ago.
After the Overlord's death, his crimson blood spilled onto the ground glowed with an enduring radiance, like clusters of undying divine flames.
It was only when the elder stamped his foot, scorching the earth into barren wasteland, that the lingering phenomena finally vanished.
The Overlord's ability to escape and write down his life's work was undoubtedly extraordinary, but it was also due to the old senior's unhurried pursuit.
"I see a glimmer of hope on this path and wish to do something for future generations. I want to record what I've seen and heard, write down my insights, and pave a path for those who come after me, hoping they can go even further than I have..."
This was the Overlord's reason for continuing to write down his life's teachings even as he fled, gravely wounded.
In truth, he had written down everything he knew, but the old senior tore out half the of them, read it, and then crushed it into ashes.
The bloodstained black beast-hide book lying before them had been personally discarded by the old senior, who wanted to see who would try to learn from it, and whether the Overlord still had any friends, disciples, or followers.
"A century of vicissitudes has reduced everything to dust. The Overlord's legacy was severed, leaving only regret. Yet the old senior still lives, towering above all. In recent years, he has even begun taking on new disciples again."
Qin Ming naturally dared not voice these thoughts aloud, only sighing inwardly.
Generally, in the same realm, Outsiders could suppress those on the Path of Awakening. But the Overlord had defied this norm, defeating higher-ranked opponents—a feat many in that era considered "heaven-defying"!
An Outsider disciple spoke up, "Though the Overlord was valiant, he ultimately perished. In just over a century, few remember him. Yet that elder remains as radiant as the sun at its zenith. This is the difference between the mortal and the Immortal."
Tang Xumi nodded in agreement. "Well said. We must strive to emulate our predecessors, draw closer to Immortality, and seek true enlightenment!"
He then placed a two-inch-tall jade vial into Qin Ming's hand. "Brother Li, are you injured? Take this medicine to strengthen your Qi and Spirit."
"I'm fine," Qin Ming politely declined.
Tang Xumi pressed the vial into his hand, his expression conveying, 'You're not fine.'
Seeing his earnestness, Qin Ming found it difficult to refuse. This wasn't just Spiritual Medicine; it was a gesture of recognition and acceptance.
To reject it now would be impolite.
Tang Xumi smiled. "Brother Li, is this your first time in Luo Fu City? Let Junior Sister Li show you the ancient millennium-old sites—they're well worth seeing. We'll take our leave now so as not to intrude on your time. Let's gather properly another day."
"Are all Outsiders this warm and welcoming?" Qin Ming was favorably impressed by the elite disciples.
Without their help, he might never have discovered the Overlord's Testament.
"Tang Xumi is inherently decent, but he's not as simple as he seems. He was testing me," Li Qingyue remarked.
By now, they had reached the street, preparing to head to the ancient architectural district for a meal.
Li Qingyue explained, "This jade jar is made of a special material, containing a wisp of Tang Xumi's consciousness—a spiritual light. Once placed in your hand, it will quickly merge into your flesh and blood."
Qin Ming was startled, but he felt no discomfort.
Maintaining intense mental focus, his unique resonance ability activated instantly, allowing him to perceive a faint glow at the bottom of the jar.
"He doesn't know I've cultivated special spiritual eyes that can see that light," Li Qingyue said. "He wants to observe how long it takes for me to sense the spiritual light after it enters your body."
If she remained unaware, Tang Xumi would use Qin Ming as a beacon within the Spiritual Cave, allowing him to clearly sense Qin Ming's location within a certain range.
Her expression shifted, and she added, "Your Heavenly Light Force is truly extraordinary—or perhaps I should say, remarkably powerful. It's actually blocking his Light of the Consciousness."
Qin Ming understood perfectly.
At this stage, his Heavenly Light Force possessed remarkable spiritual properties, automatically protecting his body.
Mosquitoes couldn't land on him, and even dust couldn't settle on his skin.
"My Heavenly Light Force is indeed formidable," he replied. "If I keep the jar on me, I'm afraid I might accidentally disperse that wisp of the Light of the Consciousness."
He retrieved his Dragon Armor and temporarily wrapped the jade jar within it.
Qin Ming said, "I thought he was being genuinely enthusiastic, trying to curry favor with you through me. I thought he was a simple, good-natured person. I never imagined he'd be scheming against me all along."
Li Qingyue nodded. "To rise through the ranks of the Outsider disciples, he couldn't possibly be honest. Both of us are considered top contenders for the Near-Immortal Artifact, so it's natural for us to test each other's mettle."
Qin Ming suggested, "Later, let's buy a slightly intelligent Spiritual bird. We'll release it in the Spiritual Cave and have Tang Xumi play the role of the bird-chasing boy."
"That could work," Li Qingyue agreed.
"Heh heh."
Then, Li Qingyue solemnly informed him that a former Disciple of the Tathagata might have been invited to join the fray, posing a significant threat to the Golden-Armored Guards.
"A successor of the Tathagata Force?" Qin Ming was genuinely shocked.
Ever since embarking on the Path of Awakening, he had been keenly interested in this lineage, having heard its name mentioned countless times, resonating like thunder in his ears.
Li Qingyue shook her head. "He is not a true successor. It's said that he was expelled after only learning the basics. But I've heard he fused some other Heavenly Light Forces, making him still incredibly formidable—capable of harming Outsiders."
"A Former Disciple of the Tathagata who only learned the basics? I'd still like to see what he's capable of," Qin Ming said.
He then asked about other formidable figures among the Golden-Armored Guards.
"Cui Chongxuan, your younger brother is not to be underestimated. He has mastered the Six Imperial Heart Scripture. Even though he has only achieved a minor level of mastery, his power is formidable, capable of injuring those from the Outer Realms as well."
The Six Imperial Heart Scripture, a legendary scripture, was feared even by Outsiders.
During his time with the Cui Clan, Qin Ming had once been within three feet of the book, yet he had been forbidden from reading it.
This time, Cui Chonghe was barred from participating.
After deliberation, the elders of the Beyond the Mortal Realm decreed that only disciples who had joined within the past three years would be eligible to compete.
Their reasoning was simple: conflicts among new disciples were easier to control. Even if accidents occurred, resulting in bloodshed or casualties, it wouldn't cripple any of the major clans.
"If we allowed senior disciples to participate, we might as well have us old fogies fight each other directly. This Near-Immortal Artifact is particularly suited for younger disciples."
When Cui Chonghe heard the news, he immediately sought out his master.
How could he be considered a senior disciple?
Though his master's reputation shook the Night Mist World, some figures in the Beyond the Mortal Realm could rival him.
His protests were futile.
Desperate to obtain the legendary artifact within the Spiritual Cave, Cui Chonghe began grooming a junior brother, personally helping him acquire the Yin-Yang Grand Elixir to enhance his strength.
Cui Chonghe had even dragged his younger brother, Cui Chongxuan, to compete for that Artifact.
Cui Chongxuan's Six Imperial Heart Scripture could harm Outsiders and break through others' Heavenly Light Force!
Li Qingyue explained, "This time, senior disciples are forbidden from participating. There's also an age restriction on the Golden-Armored Guards accompanying the new disciples—they must be young as well."
Otherwise, some Noble Clan scions might bring their elders along.
Qin Ming asked, "Even with these restrictions, wouldn't some of the younger Golden-Armored Guards still be Outer Saints?"
Li Qingyue nodded. "Most will have only just entered the Manifestation Realm. A few who have cultivated special Heavenly Light Force techniques might still be in the Awakening Realm."
"I'm probably the weakest one here, aren't I?" Qin Ming said, feeling somewhat ashamed.
Li Qingyue smiled faintly. "You started late, just beginning your Path of Awakening. But Uncle Meng told me your potential is boundless. I'll protect you this time. You'll only need to act when we're resisting Heavenly Light Force intrusions."
Qin Ming felt uneasy.
He had been temporarily assigned as a Golden-Armored Guard—how could he let Li Qingyue protect him?
The Former Disciple of the Tathagata and Cui Chongxuan, with his Six Imperial Heart Scripture, could both harm Outsiders and break through others' Heavenly Light Force.
Qin Ming believed his own skills were no less formidable.
After enjoying some local delicacies, they headed back to their lodgings.
"I can't let you escort me back. I should take you to the Inn first," Qin Ming said, feeling somewhat helpless.
"There are many Outsiders here with unfathomable abilities," Li Qingyue said.
"Since you haven't yet entered into the realm of consciousness, you're vulnerable to being spied upon. I should escort you back to the inn first."
After Qin Ming began walking with her, they inevitably drew the attention of certain individuals.
With Meng Xinghai at the inn, she felt reassured, as long as nothing happened along the way.
Qin Ming being escorted back to the inn by the strikingly beautiful Li Qingyue drew frequent glances and astonished looks from the young men nearby.
Upon returning, Qin Ming immediately began studying the Overlord's Legacy.
Initially, it seemed unremarkable, but after reaching the Spirit Field Realm, complex transformations began to emerge.
Though he couldn't yet practice it in depth, he now understood that this was a priceless manual of immense value, one he would need to treat with utmost seriousness in the future.
In the courtyard, Qin Ming wielded the Bronze Staff in place of his great spear, moving with the force of a gale, as if he could cleave mountains, split seas, and pierce the night sky.
"This Wind Force is peculiar, likely fused with other techniques," he mused.
The Overlord's Legacy, recorded on animal hide, primarily focused on Wind Force and Overlord's Force in its early stages, which Qin Ming had already begun practicing through the night.
Over the next two days, Li Qingyue accompanied Qin Ming throughout Luo Fu City, exploring ancient ruins and savoring local delicacies.
During this time, Qin Ming continued to refine those two special forces, particularly the bizarre Overlord's Force.
He had already sensed its extraordinary potential—seemingly unremarkable in the Awakening Realm, but destined to become terrifyingly powerful when combined with the Spirit Field.
"The early stages aren't difficult to master," Qin Ming said, having already cultivated two forms of Heavenly Light Force. "The real challenge lies in the later transformations."
"It's time to depart," Meng Xinghai said, pleased to see Qin Ming still diligently cultivating even at the inn.
"Where's my golden armor?" Qin Ming asked, already clad in his Dragon Armor, twelve short spears strapped to his back, bow and arrows at his side, and his Bronze Staff in hand.
"It's at the Mount Luo Fu ruins," Meng Xinghai replied, accompanying him.
That day, Mount Luo Fu Immortal Town buzzed with activity as disciples from various Dao Lineage and Blessed Lands gathered, their numbers considerable.
"Outsider disciples have converged on Mount Luo Fu Immortal Town! A fierce competition is about to begin!" news spread across the land.
The upcoming competition had been the subject of intense speculation for days, drawing the attention of countless observers.
"No need to rush," Meng Xinghai said. "We'll officially enter the Immortal Mountain ruins and the Spiritual Cave tomorrow morning."
Li Qingyue was summoned by her sect for final reminders and guidance.
Mount Luo Fu Immortal Town stood adjacent to the ruins, boasting Fire Springs and remnants of ancient architecture that exuded a palpable sense of antiquity.
Qin Ming spotted several familiar faces: Cui Chonghe, Wang Caiwei, Zheng Maoze, and, after more than two years, Li Qingxu.
He didn't linger, returning to his room in the Immortal Town to amuse himself with a Spiritual Sparrow, patiently awaiting tomorrow's entry.
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