Steady Cultivation: Starting With the Perk “Work Hard, Rest Hard”

A terrifying pressure enveloped everyone.

Although their strength was not ordinary, the gap was simply too vast.

The disciples strained to maintain their defenses, slowly lifting their heads to look.

In the sky, a mountainous figure towered between heaven and earth.

The stone treasure, as large as a mountain range, appeared no bigger than a fist-sized rock before this colossal form!

The giant’s twin pupils gazed down upon the eight, filled with indifference and ruthlessness.

Everyone’s expressions turned grim, unsure of what to do.

The giant waved a hand, and profound Dao Principles descended, landing upon the site of the recent battle.

Under this supreme, peerless power, the group that had been reduced to dust actually began to slowly coalesce and restore themselves.

Zhou Hao and the others stared blankly at this scene.

Lin Feng was even more shocked to discover that his strength, which had just advanced by a full rank, was slowly dropping back down!

That group had successfully resurrected under the giant’s mighty power!

“We pay our respects to Hall Master Yuanhao!”

Upon revival, the group knelt in unison towards the sky giant, overflowing with gratitude.

Zhou Hao and the others felt their hearts tremble with dread. This was actually the appearance of the number one powerhouse of Chaos, Venerable Yuanhao!

Venerable Yuanhao nodded slightly. “You have performed meritorious service in your report. All shall be heavily rewarded!”

The group was ecstatic. Not only had they returned from death, but they also received immense rewards. They were practically taking off.

Zhou Hao and the others could only smile bitterly. It seemed they were about to meet their end here.

Yet, they were also deeply curious. Why hadn’t Venerable Yuanhao made a move against them yet?

Shouldn’t they have been killed the moment he appeared?

At that moment, Venerable Yuanhao looked towards the void and said in a deep voice, “Fellow Daoist, why not show yourself?”

As his words fell.

Zhou Hao and the others felt a surge of joy, looking up in the direction of Venerable Yuanhao’s gaze.

Space rippled, and another massive figure also manifested within the void, releasing a similarly terrifying aura that pressed down upon the group of ordinary Dao Venerables opposite Zhou Hao, making them gasp for breath.

Zhou Hao was delighted. It was satisfying to see the enemy experience the same treatment, a chance to vent some of their pent-up frustration.

“We pay our respects to Master!”

Zhou Hao, Lin Feng, Ye Fan, and the eight disciples shouted in unison.

Su Yuan nodded towards them, then shifted his gaze to Venerable Yuanhao. The two exchanged a look, both appearing calm and composed, each wearing an expression of absolute confidence.

Su Yuan then lowered his head to glance at the giant stone, a glint of True Name light flashing in his eyes.

For an ordinary person to learn the name and function of this stone treasure, they might need to obtain it personally or perform complex divinations. He only needed to activate the Power of True Names!

The True Name Dao Principle effortlessly provided him with the information.

[Item True Name]: Tai’a Guiyuan Treasure Mirror

[Grade]: Mid-Grade Chaos Dominator Artifact. Contains one hundred and twenty-eight Dao Principles. Possesses two parts of Chaos True Intent!

[Function]: All things return to their source. Chaos culminates in unity. Tai’a Wuji.

[Status]: Sealed

A flash of surprise crossed Su Yuan’s eyes. This was actually a Chaos Dominator Artifact! Venerable Yuanhao was truly being incredibly generous!

To dare bring out such a treasure was simply madness!

Currently, there were incarnations of three Chaos Dominators present here. If those three discovered this… the situation would become extremely interesting.

Venerable Yuanhao spoke. “You are the newly ascended quasi-Dominator, Venerable Seven Stars?”

“That is correct,” Su Yuan replied calmly. “Fellow Daoist Yuanhao’s aura is astonishing. Truly, hearing of your fame is not equal to meeting you in person!”

A faint smile appeared on Venerable Yuanhao’s face. “This treasure was first discovered by my subordinates. Would Fellow Daoist be willing to yield it to me? In return, I am willing to offer sufficient treasures as compensation!”

Upon hearing this, Su Yuan shook his head. “No. This was first discovered by my disciples!”

With a grand wave of his hand, Su Yuan immediately invoked the power of the Time Dao Principle, directing it towards the canyon entrance. Time reversed, light and shadow flickered. The scene of Huang Gu and Duan Gu searching for treasures at the entrance instantly appeared before everyone’s eyes.

Huang Gu and Duan Gu exchanged a glance, both filled with regret. If only they had informed their master earlier! This was a major oversight!

The corner of Venerable Yuanhao’s mouth lifted. He also activated the power of the Time Dao Principle, reversing time in the central area. As space-time flowed backward, it could be seen that the nine cultivators belonging to Yuanhao’s Holy Hall were the first to arrive before the Tai’a Guiyuan Treasure Mirror.

This made Huang Gu and Duan Gu feel even more responsible.

The nine cultivators on the opposite side all showed delighted expressions.

Seeing this, Su Yuan said indifferently, “If a treasure belongs to whoever sees it first, then there would be no need to compete for any treasure on the entire Treasure Star. Whoever sees it first could simply claim it! Clearly, that is impossible. Everything depends on one’s own means!”

“Heh, it seems Fellow Daoist Seven Stars is brimming with confidence. I shall have to experience your methods for myself!” Venerable Yuanhao said calmly.

Venerable Yuanhao felt a surge of joy in his heart. His goal was finally being achieved. However, he was somewhat surprised that the development of events was proceeding exactly according to his plan, seeming almost too smooth.

He faintly sensed a trace of unease.

With a wave of his hand, Su Yuan sent Zhou Hao and the others far into the distance. Then, his aura surged, adopting a posture ready for battle.

Venerable Yuanhao also waved a hand, storing his subordinates away, and looked coldly at Su Yuan.

Regardless of any tricks, he had to eliminate Su Yuan. He had already laid down an inescapable net here. A mere quasi-Dominator at the third or fourth step of twelve fusions stood absolutely no chance of survival.

However, an unexpected turn of events ultimately occurred.

“Oh? Such a treasure has appeared here?”

As the words fell, an old man materialized in mid-air, looking down with surprise at the stone below that radiated myriad colors!

It was Che Chi Old Man!

After studying it, he discovered this treasure was infinitely close to being a Chaos Dominator Artifact, a top-grade item among quasi-Dominator artifacts. This surprised even Che Chi Old Man.

Clearly, Che Chi Old Man had not discovered the true secret of the Tai’a Guiyuan Treasure Mirror. The treasure was sealed, and this was merely an incarnation of Che Chi Old Man, utterly incapable of discerning the artifact’s true grade. However, even its surface grade was enough to capture Che Chi Old Man’s attention.

Seeing the newcomer, Venerable Yuanhao’s entire being felt unwell.

His eyes widened slightly, a sliver of panic arising in his heart. He naturally recognized this person. It was the Chaos Dominator, Che Chi Old Man!

Chaos Dominators were rarely seen for years on end. Why would he suddenly appear here?

Could the plan still proceed?

“Haha, Che Chi, why are you running so fast?”

Another voice rang out. A stone man strode over. Upon landing and seeing the mountain-range-sized stone treasure, his eyes immediately lit up. “Hey, there’s a major treasure here! The value of this treasure exceeds the sum of all other treasures on the Treasure Star! Moreover, this treasure has an affinity with me!”

The Stone Dominator laughed heartily. He was a stone man, and here was a stone treasure. It was only fitting that he obtain it!

Venerable Yuanhao’s expression finally cracked completely. This was the Stone Dominator, yet another Chaos Dominator!

If one came, could two be far behind? And if two came, would there be a third?

Speak of the devil!

A figure rushed over rapidly from the distance, its voice echoing across the wilderness.

“This object belongs to me!”

Yuanhao looked over and saw that Wuyazi had already arrived.