The city is called Dongdu because outside the city lies an immense mountain range known as Spirit Gathering Mountain. The city was built around this mountain, hence the name Dongdu.
This Spirit Gathering Mountain is extremely unique, as it harbors the earth's spiritual veins. Every ten years, these veins undergo a transformation, and extremely pure spiritual energy erupts like a fountain, forming a spirit pool.
The spirit pool contains pure spiritual energy, which does not require repeated refinement and can be directly absorbed into the body. Therefore, it is highly beneficial for cultivation, and a day of cultivation in the spirit pool can sometimes surpass several months of cultivation outside.
It is easy to imagine how great a temptation such a place for cultivation would be for cultivators. Therefore, whenever the spirit pool emerges, countless forces from Dongdu head to Spirit Gathering Mountain, hoping to secure a spirit pool for cultivation.
These few days mark the re-emergence of the spirit pools in Spirit Gathering Mountain. Thus, during these days, a large number of figures surge into Spirit Gathering Mountain, attempting to seize the opportunity.
However, upon closer observation, it is evident that the majority of these figures are from the younger generation. This is because the number of spirit pools that emerge each time is limited and cannot support the extravagance of Earth Supreme experts. Therefore, the three major families in Dongdu have an agreement that only the younger generation is allowed to enter.
Of course, this is also a form of training for the younger generation. After all, they are the future of the families and naturally need to be honed. The competition for spirit pools every ten years is undoubtedly an excellent opportunity for training!
The number of spirit pools that emerge each time is very limited, while the younger generation in Dongdu numbers in the thousands. This disparity is akin to too many monks and not enough porridge. To secure a spirit pool, intense competition is inevitable, and with competition comes conflict, which naturally serves as a form of training.
In Spirit Gathering Mountain, background is irrelevant; only strength matters. Those with strength have the ability to occupy the spirit pools, while those without can only watch others feast.
This is a grand event for the younger generation, a chance to showcase themselves. The young are competitive, and even a bit of fame is enough to make them fight to the bitter end, let alone the highly anticipated spirit pool competition in Dongdu.
If one secures a spirit pool or two, they will undoubtedly become the most dazzling presence among the younger generation. This alone is enough to make the younger generation fight fiercely.
In short, the spirit pool competition every ten years is extremely intense, attracting countless prodigies from Dongdu, and even outsiders come to join the competition.
During these few days, the attention of all forces in Dongdu will be focused on Spirit Gathering Mountain. If they discover outstanding young talents, they will extend an olive branch. Therefore, the spirit pool competition is of great significance, and every young person will strive to perform well, as it is their battle for fame!
Spirit Gathering Mountain!
Located to the north of Dongdu, it is an immense black mountain range that stretches for thousands of miles. It is often shrouded in mist, resembling a black dragon hidden in the clouds, with a majestic aura that evokes awe at the wonders of nature.
These few days, the immense spiritual energy in Spirit Gathering Mountain is roaring, as if about to erupt, but the vast spiritual energy is still in the process of accumulating.
It is easy to imagine how terrifying it will be once it erupts, and the spirit pools will reappear at that time. Countless young people are waiting for that moment!
In the vast Spirit Gathering Mountain, there are already thousands of young figures.
At night, if one looks down from above, they will see countless campfires flickering below. The thousands of miles of spirit mountains, with flames flickering, present a rather awe-inspiring scene.
These young people are all scattered, as the vast Spirit Gathering Mountain makes it impossible to predict where the spirit pools will emerge. They are spread out to increase their chances, as the spirit pools might appear right next to them.
At this moment, on a clearing in Spirit Gathering Mountain, a campfire flickers, and a young man in a black robe sits quietly beside it.
By the light of the fire, one can see the young man's appearance. He is not particularly handsome, but his face is angular and exudes a sense of firmness, making one involuntarily look at him more. It must be said that this young man has a unique charm!
This figure is naturally Xiao Yan. He cannot afford to miss the spirit pools of Spirit Gathering Mountain.
After half a year of travels, the floating sensation in Xiao Yan's body has completely disappeared. Now, he is truly at the peak of the Ninth Rank Supreme. If he were to face Xue Tianji again, it is uncertain who would emerge victorious.
This time, Xiao Yan is also participating in the spirit pool competition to attempt to reach the Earth Supreme realm. With his current perspective, he no longer regards the Supreme realm as significant; it is merely a qualification to be considered a powerful figure in the Great Thousand World!
This spirit pool competition has gathered many prodigies from Dongdu, including those at the peak of the Ninth Rank Supreme. Xiao Yan is not surprised by this, as the Canglan Continent is a super continent with overall strength surpassing other continents. Moreover, if he can reach his current level, others can certainly do so as well.
After all, Xiao Yan comes from a lower plane, and some cultivation resources are difficult to compare with those of the prodigies in the Great Thousand World. However, Xiao Yan is not afraid of these prodigies. If it comes to competition among the younger generation, Xiao Yan has never feared anyone, even the prodigies of the Great Thousand World are no exception!
At this moment, Xiao Yan, sitting by the campfire, holds a skewer of roasted meat, which glistens with oil and emits a tempting aroma. When it comes to roasting meat, Xiao Yan's skills are undoubtedly excellent. He still vividly remembers his training days in the Demon Beast Mountain Range during his youth.
Thinking about those days in the Demon Beast Mountain Range, an elegant and graceful figure appears in Xiao Yan's mind. The comical incident caused by roasting fish in the cave still makes him shake his head and smile when he thinks about it.
The past is vivid in his mind, and Xiao Yan can't help but feel a bit nostalgic. It's hard to believe that so many years have passed, and now he has embarked on his journey in the Great Thousand World, which feels like a dream.
"Teacher, Yun Yun, Xiao Yixian, are you all well?"
Looking at the roasted meat in his hand, Xiao Yan's thoughts wander. After a while, he regains his composure. With his current state of mind, he can quickly suppress the unusual emotions in his heart.
Now, his priority is to become stronger. Once his strength reaches a certain level, he might be able to open a dimensional passage between the Great Thousand World and the Dou Qi Continent.
Of course, this is only possible if he has sufficient strength. Otherwise, opening a dimensional passage to the Dou Qi Continent would bring catastrophic consequences to it!
"Want to eat? Come over!"
After regaining his composure, Xiao Yan continues to turn the roasted meat in his hand and suddenly smiles, addressing the dense forest beside him. With his Imperial Realm soul strength, he naturally senses someone's presence nearby.
After Xiao Yan's words, a rustling sound comes from the forest, and a petite figure emerges.
It is a young girl, her delicate face flushed under the light, and her face is filled with shyness. Her large, watery eyes are fixed on the roasted meat in Xiao Yan's hand, making her look incredibly adorable, which makes Xiao Yan smile involuntarily. This girl is truly adorable.
"Come and eat." Xiao Yan waves the roasted meat and smiles at the girl.
Hearing this, the girl licks her lips and walks to Xiao Yan's side, taking the roasted meat. She licks the meat a few times before starting to chew, her small mouth moving cutely.
"Thank you, big brother!" After a few bites, the girl seems to realize it might be impolite, so she thanks Xiao Yan, her voice extremely pleasant to hear.