Just then, more and more people gathered in front of the huge gate of light. There seemed to be some argument. Suddenly, the crowd began to stir, and some people made a fierce move. Runes filled the sky, and a great battle broke out.
"My God, there's a sacred tree here!"
Someone deliberately shouted loudly, attracting the attention of many creatures and intentionally muddying the water.
Immediately, many powerful figures came upon hearing the sound.
Cao Ya looked closely and saw a piece of rotten wood lying across the blazing portal. Although it was almost decaying from being soaked in spiritual liquid, it still radiated a divine glow, dazzling and brilliant.
That piece of wood was probably just a branch, yet it was as thick as a water bucket, covered in dragon patterns, and although it was rotten beyond recognition, it still shone with a rich divine radiance, which was quite astonishing.
"It must have been blocked by that divine tree, which is why the black paper boat only drifted out now," Shi Hao said suddenly.
He was still thinking about the black paper boat. Cao Ya's words left him feeling uneasy and confused.
Because the light gate was blazing brightly, and spiritual liquid flowed like a river, it had gone unnoticed by anyone before.
But now everyone has noticed, their eyes are fixed on it intently.
"Look at those patterns, sense that divine radiance... Heavens, could that be the legendary Kunmu?" an elderly cultivator exclaimed, his eyes wide open.
"Look! On that rotten wood, there's still a green leaf, crystal clear and not rotten at all. Immersed in water, it looks exactly like a leaf from the Kunmu tree!" Another cultivator exclaimed in astonishment.
In an instant, the place was completely detonated.
Which cultivator would want to miss out on an ancient divine tree? Now that we've seen it, and since we're all at the Spirit Transformation Realm with no difference in cultivation level, we should go and compete for it.
The battle intensified, with creatures of different races calling upon their fellow disciples and clansmen for support. They joined forces against the enemy, their divine power surging, blood spurting, and a large number of corpses falling in an instant, making the battle particularly brutal.
This island reef was in an uproar, with just as many people rushing in as those at Kunpeng's Nest. They were all driven mad by the name Kunmu. Creatures of all races swarmed in, runes filled the sky, and divine light swept across, engulfing the area.
Shi Hao was also excited. If he were alone, he would never have thought of seizing that piece of rotten wood called "Kunmu". But since Cao Ya, the Great Wilderness Hermit, was with him, it would seem inappropriate not to try and take it.
Cao Ya was also quite interested, after all, Kunmu was a truly rare and precious thing.
Kunmu, born between heaven and earth, is the bridge through which gods ascend to heaven, connecting heaven, earth, and humanity.
This tree, which only appears in legends, is said to connect heaven and earth and is one of the rarest divine trees in ancient and modern times.
It is said that it was felled in ancient times and disappeared from the world.
Unexpectedly, there was a piece of Kunmu wood outside the Kunpeng Ancient Nest.
Of course, upon closer reflection, it's actually quite normal.
Who is Kunpeng? One of the Ten Fiends of the Primordial Era, and one of the strongest beings throughout history.
Some ancient sacred mountains in the world may have preserved leaves or broken pieces of Kunmu wood, so it is not surprising that the Kunpeng has a piece of Kunmu wood.
"Kunmu, are you sure you're not mistaken? That ancient divine tree has appeared too?"
Some creatures in the distance looked on with surprise and uncertainty.
Some people rushed forward and jumped into the river, ready to fight for the piece of rotten wood.
Pfft~~~
However, when they jumped into the river and went upstream to try to pass through the portal, the portal lit up, and everyone exploded instantly, turning into ashes and then into a shower of shimmering light.
That was an extremely shocking scene.
Among the creatures that exploded were many cultivators who had surpassed the Spirit Transformation Realm. Even though their cultivation levels were suppressed and reduced, their physical bodies remained powerful. For example, the sea beasts that were hundreds of feet long were directly shattered into blood mist, proving to be easily defeated.
That magnificent and dazzling gate is a true taboo, forbidden to any living being to touch.
Cao Ya hesitated for a moment, then decided to take action, signaling Shi Hao to follow him in the charge.
Shi Hao was thrilled. Although there were only two of them, together they were absolutely no less capable than either side in this place where the highest cultivation level was only the Spirit Transformation Realm.
Of course, if the enemy has too many people, then retreat is still necessary.
Boom!!
Cao Ya made his move, unleashing a bolt of lightning that pierced through a large number of creatures from various races, causing them to die a violent death.
Beside him, Shi Hao also went all out, and ten caves appeared simultaneously, forming a divine ring. At the same time, he wielded his broken sword, wreaking havoc in all directions.
The two attacked like a massive army, leaving a trail of blood wherever they went, and even creating a vacuum zone.
This scene was so astonishing that everyone was stunned, and finally horrified.
"That's... Cao Ya, the Hermit of the Great Wilderness?"
"A being who has seemingly become a god!"
Many creatures were horrified and felt afraid.
Even if their cultivation is restricted, Venerables, or even possible gods, are still supreme beings that they absolutely cannot match.
"The person next to him is Shi Hao, a peerless genius who broke through to the Spirit Transformation Realm from the Ten Heavenly Caves. How did they end up together?"
Some people recognized Shi Hao and were immediately surprised.
"Shi Hao seems to be from the Great Wilderness. Could it be... that Cao Ya, the hermit of the Great Wilderness, is actually Shi Hao's elder?!"
Some cultivators were surprised and decided to adjust their attitude towards Shi Hao.
At the same time, many creatures were convinced that the piece of rotten wood was definitely an ancient divine wood; otherwise, why would Cao Ya, the hermit of the Great Wilderness, have launched an attack?
Furthermore, the forbidden light gate's display of divine power also convinced people of the authenticity of Kunmu.
That rotten wood is most likely genuine Kunmu wood, containing the mysteries of heaven and earth. Holding a single leaf for cultivation can help one better comprehend the Dao and increase the speed of cultivation. It is a treasure of the universe, extremely rare and precious.
At that gate of light, there was a piece of rotten wood radiating divine light, and a crystal-clear Kunmu leaf, which naturally drove people crazy. Even pure-blooded beings from ancient sects and ancient sacred mountains would vie for it with envy.
Because of Cao Ya's reputation, he was the focus of attention, and many beings attacked him without prior agreement. After all, who would dare to be careless when faced with a being who seemed to have become a god?
Cao Ya laughed heartily, showing no fear whatsoever. He formed hand seals, and blue lightning crackled and spread across the sky, causing many people to cough up blood and fly away.
Occasionally, Cao Ya would unleash a burst of golden flames, accompanied by thunder, displaying divine power that caused the heavens and earth to rumble, sweeping across all directions and making him invincible here. Even when everyone attacked together, using their magical artifacts to suppress the enemy, it still had no effect.
Bang bang bang!!!
The numerous magical artifacts shattered, and with a flick of the flames, they were reduced to ashes. After giving Shi Hao a warning via telepathy, Cao Ya charged into the crowd, wreaking havoc on all sides. None of them could withstand a single blow; all were reduced to ashes by his attacks of thunder and flames.
Vast numbers of creatures from all races perished, either engulfed by golden waves of flames or crushed into bloody pulp by interwoven electric grids. Their bodies, fragile as porcelain, were instantly killed.
"He's become a god!"
"Even under suppression, he still possesses such combat power. Cao Ya, the 'Great Wilderness Hermit,' has definitely become a god!"
Numerous living beings trembled.
Even Shi Hao was surprised.
The powerful figures from the major clans near the Kunpeng Nest also showed shock and extreme solemnity, as if facing a formidable enemy.
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