When Tie Lan uttered those five words, every Cultivator present, those privy to the details, felt a wave of dizziness wash over them.

Whether it was the haughty Xia Boyang, the smooth-talking Bu Cuo, the cool and detached Di Tianluo, or the perpetually silent Incense Slave, none could escape this sensation. For a moment, they all wore stunned expressions, and then, one by one, their eyes ignited with fire!

"Thunder-Slaying Tribulation-Dispelling Ukase?"

Compared to these people, Yu Ci's reaction was slightly slower. As he digested these five words, his eyes involuntarily lit up.

The reason the Sword Garden could gather the power of World Sword Cultivators lay in its unfathomable opportunities, among which were some extraordinarily generous rewards. Top-quality Swords and Sword Methods from senior Sword Cultivation were the main elements, but since the Thunderbolt Tribulation, there had always been legends of even more precious treasures, passed down from generation to generation, until today.

The Thunder-Slaying Tribulation-Dispelling Ukase was one of the most top-notch among them.

The term "Slaying Thunderbolt Tribulation" originally came from the "Thunder-Slaying Tribulation-Dispelling Chapter" in the "Upper True Nine Heavens Flying Immortal Sword Scripture." It was the top-tier Crossing Tribulation Secret Method of the Sword Competing Pavilion, a Sword Cultivation method that could rely on to slay the Thunderbolt Tribulation, cleave evil and false, and prove the path to eternal life. The Cultivators of the Sword Competing Pavilion took an unconventional approach and sealed this Sword aura, capable of breaking the heavenly Thunderbolt Tribulation, into a token, transforming an ordinary token into one of the world's rare treasures.

In the five Thunderbolt Tribulation periods since the formation of the Sword Garden, the Thunder-Slaying Tribulation-Dispelling Ukase appeared twice, revealing the uniqueness of this treasure to the world:

Whoever held this Thunder-Slaying Tribulation-Dispelling Ukase would have one opportunity to dispel the heavenly Thunderbolt Tribulation. It should be known that the heavenly Thunderbolt Tribulation was an obstacle that every Cultivator had to face when proving the path to eternal life. Vacuum Walking becoming True Being, True Being becoming Thunderbolt Tribulation, Thunderbolt Tribulation becoming Earth Immortal, these "Three Difficulties of Immortality" were difficult precisely because of the two words, Thunderbolt Tribulation.

Especially when stepping out from the Vacuum Walking Realm, becoming a true individual of eternal vision, it is the first time in a Cultivator's life that they encounter the heavenly Thunderbolt Tribulation. Many often misjudge this, leading to numerous Cultivators meeting their end with regret at this stage. However, if one possesses the Thunder-Slaying Evil-Banishing Command, relying on the Slaying Tribulation Sword Intent, one can safely pass through this Thunderbolt Tribulation.

As for the subsequent Minor Tribulation, Great Thunderbolt Tribulation realm, and even the heavenly Thunderbolt Tribulation that an Earth Immortal must endure, these are actually shortcuts for Cultivators to enhance their Cultivation Level. Utilizing the Thunder-Slaying Evil-Banishing Command may not be entirely appropriate, but who doesn't have a moment of lethargy? If there is trouble during the Thunderbolt Tribulation, such as a Life and Death Grudge taking advantage of the situation to attack, leading to a predicament of being attacked from both sides, the Thunder-Slaying Evil-Banishing Command can play a significant role. It is a true lifesaver. With it in hand, it's as if you have an extra life, an extra opportunity. Who wouldn't be tempted?

Back then, to create this treasure, a huge price had to be paid. The material of the token itself could withstand the Slaying Tribulation Sword Intent, which could be found anywhere, but to separate such a Sword aura, the amount of Primordial Qi consumed was so vast that even a Top-tier Sword Immortal would need nearly a thousand years to recover. It wouldn't be casually refined.

Legend has it that during the heyday of the Sword Competing Pavilion, only thirty-six of these "Thunder-Slaying Evil-Banishing Commands" were accumulated. They were not usually used to cross the Thunderbolt Tribulation, but as a command. When one Thunder-Slaying Evil-Banishing Command was issued, thousands of Sword Cultivators complied. Nowadays, as the Sword Competing Pavilion is concealing its talents and biding its time, how many of these "Thunder-Slaying Evil-Banishing Commands" are left?

No matter how many are left, none will be allocated to the Cultivators present, so this Thunder-Slaying Evil-Banishing Command in front of us has an unparalleled allure.

Yu Ci's eyelids twitched anxiously a few times, watching the rapidly declining atmosphere in the hall, he felt somewhat perplexed. In reality, this Thunder-Slaying Evil-Banishing Command, for the top Cultivators present, would be hard to utilize effectively within decades. After all, they only have the Golden Elixir Upper Level standard, and there is still the long journey through the Three Stages of Vacuum Walking. However, for people like Xia Boyang and Di Tianluo, who are full of confidence in themselves, the Vacuum Walking Realm is not a problem. The use of this treasure is just a matter of time.

Casting his gaze around, Yu Ci had already seen a dozen or so "determined to win" expressions. Looking towards the seat of honor, what expression would that person have?

At this moment, the Master of the Sunken Sword Cave finally spoke, "The Guye Divine Radiance can purify the Golden Elixir and the Pure and Clear Divine Soul. If used properly, it can replace the Outer Realm Essence of the Mysterious Truth, and be used to temper the body and refine the spirit, its efficacy might even surpass the latter. As for the Upper True Nine Heavens Flying Immortal Sword Scripture, you are all well aware of its significance. And then there's this Thunder-Slaying Tribulation-Dispelling Ukase... Seeing these items reminds me of the wondrous scenes from ten thousand years ago when the Sword Immortal's Secret domain first opened. What a pity that I lack the strength, otherwise, hehe..."

Could he refrain from adopting such a deceptive attitude...

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At this moment, an unknown number of people in the hall, along with Yu Ci, were muttering under their breath. Yet at the same time, Yu Ci could hear the sudden chaotic heartbeat of over a hundred cultivators in the hall. The intense beating of hundreds of hearts was enough to make the vast hall tremble slightly.

The Master of the Sunken Sword Cave's approach was rather crude, or perhaps he simply didn't intend to expend effort in this regard, not even bothering with the most basic concealment. Although they had rationally understood the Master's scheme, when the "Sword Immortal's Secret Domain" was presented before their eyes, how many could truly remain unmoved?

Not long ago, there was a rumor about an "Underworld Secret Mansion" in the Northern Region. Compared to the Master of the Sunken Sword Cave's tale, it was much more elusive, yet it had already attracted cultivators from all directions, causing the originally stable Northern Situation to suddenly change, with undercurrents surging and the potential for a drastic transformation.

Now, a more tangible and realistic piece of news was laid before everyone. Would they believe it or not?

Suddenly, a burst of hearty laughter echoed throughout the hall, shaking the very foundations, "Interesting! Listening to the Cave Master's words, apart from these treasures, there's even mention of the Sword Immortal's Secret Domain. We are very curious indeed. Why not enlighten us, Cave Master?"

The person laughing seemed to be inciting the crowd, much like a mischievous troublemaker who thrives on chaos in the mundane world. Yet, his words struck a chord with everyone, stirring up a commotion in the hall. Also, that laughter sounded familiar...

Yu Ci looked up to see that the source was one of the less conspicuous figures among the powerful individuals he had observed earlier. The man was dressed in a black robe with golden embroidery, an attire of considerable grandeur. However, his sparse hair was casually tied up, giving him an air of nonchalance. When he laughed, the corners of his lips curled in a way that inexplicably made one uncomfortable. With a slight frown, Yu Ci turned to ask Incense Slave, "Who is this man?"

Incense Slave paused for a moment before uttering three words, "Wen Shifei."

"King of Slaying?"

The name echoed like thunder. He had first heard of this man at the gates of the Sect's Mountain, a figure shrouded in mystery, known only to be from the Demonic Sect. He was a loner, yet he maintained good relations with most of the Demon Sect branches in the Northern Region. What left a lasting impression was his propensity for violence, his ruthless and merciless attacks, his heavy Killing Karma. When in the mood, he would slaughter entire families, a common occurrence. Such a character had managed to linger for years in the Three Lakes region of the North without being jointly eradicated by the righteous path. Who knows what the Jade Purification Alliance was thinking, and the rumors of his deep background were indeed rampant.

However, Yu Ci paid special attention to this man for another reason: during the joint advance of the Lichen Sect cultivators into the Sword Garden, it was this man who disrupted the Sect's Mountain Gate Formation with a Black Thunder Shuttle, causing Yu Ci to be separated from his peers. Yu Ci still remembered his laughter, as unpleasant as it was now.

Previously, Bu Cuo had suffered a setback due to an inquiry, and now there was Wen Shifei, a fearless man who dared to ask on behalf of others. If it came to fighting, the "King of Slaying" would be the first one on the list, very good, very good.

Regardless of the complex emotions of the cultivators in the hall, the one seated in the seat of honor was as steady as a mountain: "You are all heroes of the moment, you should know that in this Sword Immortal's Secret Domain, there is something for the predestined ones, and nothing for those without fate. Among the 114 of you present, are you all predestined?"

The meaning of his words was clear, and those with slightly lower cultivation levels changed their expressions slightly. All this talk of fate and lack thereof was nonsense, only the level of strength mattered. If one insisted on arguing about the "Karmic Method", naturally the stronger ones were "predestined", and the rest could get lost!

"Why invite so many people then?" Many people in the hall had this thought.

"Whether you are fated or not, you will only know after you have seen it. But this is also the last point, we just want to know, does the Sword Immortal's Secret Domain really exist? If there really is a Secret Domain in this Sword Garden, why hasn't the Cultivation World heard a whisper about it in the past 20,000 years during several Thunderbolt Tribulations?"

This was a direct challenge, but in Wen Shifei's pupils, there was a light as bright as fire, revealing his real intention, not to question, but to confirm.

Because of this, the Master of the Sunken Sword Cave was not annoyed at all, he just laughed: "The Secret Domain is indeed the Central Hub of the Sword Garden. Since it was fully formed 15,000 years ago, it opens every 5,000 years, swallowing and spitting out Primordial Qi to maintain the Sword Garden Prohibition. Up to now, it has only opened twice. The first time I happened to be here, I took these three treasures, the second time I was sleeping here and missed it, now it's just the third time, and the previous two times were contrary to the day the Sword Garden opened, so it's normal for you not to know about it. However, if you look back, perhaps the outside world should know that after the two times the Secret Domain was unsealed, the Sword Garden Grand Gathering, the cultivators got more than usual?"

As these words were spoken, individuals of esteemed origins like Xia Boyang and Di Tianluo, who were Sect Cultivators, appeared thoughtful. They were retracing the Sect's records, according to the assertions of the Verification Master of the Sunken Sword Cave.

However, the individual occupying the seat of honour was unwilling to wait any longer. He knocked on the armrest with his finger, and the jade tablets placed on everyone's desks suddenly emitted a radiance. It was faint and not blinding, yet when hundreds of them were combined, it was dazzling enough to startle all the Cultivators in the hall.

Looking again at the Master of the Sunken Sword Cave, his eyes were swirling with a misty haze, as if he was staring into another world, a sight that made one's heart palpitate. This strange scene lasted only for a moment before he spoke:

"Earlier, I asked you all to solve problems and draw talismans on the jade tablets, which was an opportunity to touch fate. Now, I already know whether you have this fate or not. Accordingly, those whose jade tablets still glow may stay, the rest may leave the hall."

As these words were spoken, the hall was in uproar. Although they were somewhat reluctant when they were invited, after seeing treasures like the Thunder-Slaying Tribulation-Dispelling Ukase and hearing about the Sword Immortal's Secret domain, even if they were driven away, they were not willing to leave. How could they agree to this?

"In my Sunken Sword Cave, there are plenty of legacies from the Senior Sword Cultivator. Those of you without fate, being able to comprehend a thing or two from them is already a stroke of luck. What are you still clamoring about here!"

In the cold voice, the Master of the Sunken Sword Cave swept his wide sleeve, and the hall was suddenly filled with mist, obscuring everything. After a burst of noise, the mist dissipated, and only about ten people were left in the hall. Wen Shifei, Xia Boyang, Di Tianluo, Di She, Pan Emperor's Three Swords, Red Yin, and others were all among them.

The halo of the jade tablet on Yu Ci's case was faint, so he was also sitting firmly on the Fishing Terrace. But he was still pondering:

This person who is fickle and exposes secrets to the public, is he a fool or something else?

Just as he was puzzled, the hall suddenly trembled slightly, followed by the shaking of cups and the flickering of lights.

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