Shennong Dao Master
Chapter 495 - 58: Seeking Treasure in Dao Feng Mountain, Gathering Nobles in Front of Grotto Heaven Gate! (6K)

Chapter 495: Chapter 58: Seeking Treasure in Dao Feng Mountain, Gathering Nobles in Front of Grotto Heaven Gate! (6K)

[From now on, Ten Suns Cave Heaven has strict entry and exit regulations. Any soldiers entering or exiting Ten Suns Cave Heaven must report to the Military Realm.]

[All members within Ten Suns Cave Heaven, except for investigation envoys, are not allowed to leave Yang City without permission.]

[Any treasures acquired by investigation envoys must be handed over.]

[As the Grotto Heaven births Blessed Lands, there are many dangers. Investigation envoys are advised to act cautiously...]

Zhao Xing looked at the prohibitions and regulations listed on the Earth Mirror and couldn’t help but frown, "Why have restrictions been issued after just ten days? It’s earlier than I expected."

He remembered that in his previous life, the outbreak of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Beauty in Ten Suns Cave Heaven had started at the end of the month.

Furthermore, the Military Realm’s response was not this swift back then. Many people had entered before the prohibitions were issued.

Confirming the birth of Blessed Lands in the Grotto Heaven had also been more cautious.

But now, it seemed to be earlier and better prepared.

"Past life’s experiences can’t be entirely relied upon. Luckily, I have Lao Liu’s assistance and made early preparations; otherwise, I’d be helpless now," Zhao Xing thought to himself.

"Zhao Xing, did you see the news?!" A figure flew over from a distance, landing on the Qilin Flying Boat. It was Xia Jing and Chen Shijie.

This was the Dao Feng Mountain Range, where the surrounding peaks floated upside-down in the sky.

Zhao Xing and his group of five had arrived early at the Dao Feng Mountain Range under the pretense of ’exploring the celestial phenomena of the Dao Feng Mountain Range.’

This was a research task submitted by Zhao Xing himself.

"I saw it."

With the issuance of the prohibitions and the frequent anomalies, it was hard for anyone not to notice.

"I didn’t expect that Ten Suns Cave Heaven would be upgraded. It seems there will be a large-scale outbreak of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Beauty and great treasures!" Xia Jing was extremely excited.

Chen Shijie also had a face full of excitement; he never imagined encountering such a fortunate event.

"Don’t get too excited just yet. The Grotto Heaven upgrade will bring about significant changes in the world, and there could be dangers during this process that we must constantly guard against." Zhao Xing said, "Where are Mr. Ji and Long Xiao?"

"They are on their way back," Xia Jing replied.

They were not here for sightseeing; upon arrival, they naturally started searching everywhere for treasures.

But with the recent anomalies, Zhao Xing quickly conveyed a message for them to return immediately.

Because the initial upgrade of the Grotto Heaven accompanied unknown dangers, it was only safe to explore extensively once it stabilized.

Zhao Xing was well aware of this, so he let Xia Jing and Chen Shijie explore together. The combination of a Master and a Martial Artist greatly enhanced their ability to handle emergencies.

Ji Ziyun was a Magician, and Long Xiao was a Sword Cultivator, following the same principle.

"Alright, as soon as they return..." Before he could finish speaking, a loud noise was heard.

"Boom!"

Twenty li away in the sky, a thunderclap suddenly boomed!

"Crackle, crackle, crackle~"

The thunderbolt was so thick it had a diameter of over twenty meters, like a Thunder Pillar! It instantly split a floating mountain below in half.

"Boom!"

The mountain split apart and then started burning. The mountain quickly deformed and compressed.

Eventually, it formed into an active volcano floating in mid-air!

"Boom~~~~"

A terrifying pressure brewed in the sky.

"Which direction are they in?!" Zhao Xing grabbed Xia Jing, "Is it that way?"

"Yes." Xia Jing’s voice trembled. At this point, there was no time to notify them; they could only hope they avoided it in time.

"Let’s go!"

Zhao Xing immediately drove the Qilin Flying Boat, activated its barrier, and sped toward the opposite direction of the floating volcano.

"Boom!"

They expected a volcanic eruption, but after flying for 15 minutes, the entire mountain exploded!

"Boom!"

First, a circular shockwave swept through the area, shattering many peaks.

Then, a mushroom cloud rose, and a large number of fiery rocks shot in all directions.

"Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom, boom!"

Huge stones with diameters of twenty to thirty meters, burning with flames, shot in all directions with terrifying power. Each stone was as powerful as a full-strength attack from a fifth-rank Martial Artist.

Zhao Xing and his group hid behind several peaks. With the obstacle in the sky, they were not affected.

But the phenomenon left the three of them in utter shock.

"I have never seen such a terrifying display of celestial power." Xia Jing’s eyes were filled with astonishment.

"Thunder splitting mountains, mountains exploding and splitting the sky, truly beyond human capabilities," Chen Shijie felt deeply.

Zhao Xing, however, closed his eyes and sat cross-legged on the ground.

Xia Jing glanced at him, "What are you doing?"

Chen Shijie answered, "He’s seeking enlightenment. The Minister of Agriculture naturally commands the powers of heaven and earth; witnessing celestial power firsthand gives him immense insight."

Xia Jing nodded, then asked, "Why are you not..."

Realizing his mistake as he spoke, Xia Jing immediately knew he had misspoken.

Chen Shijie felt a bit melancholic, "I don’t have his talent, only slight insights."

"Cough, cough... sorry about that." Xia Jing felt awkward.

"No problem. One should know their limitations," Chen Shijie said. "But this is indeed a great opportunity; observing it a few more times might lead to a breakthrough."

At this moment, Long Xiao arrived based on the given location.

"Holy crap, did you see that? Such a huge thunderbolt; it blew up the mountain!" Long Xiao descended while riding his sword, exclaiming loudly.

"Lucky we ran fast, or you’d all be grieving now."

"Long Xiao, where is my cousin?" Xia Jing asked.

"Oh, Heir Ji is in another direction. He’ll be back soon; don’t worry about him." Long Xiao walked over and looked at Zhao Xing, who sat cross-legged on the ground, and asked, "Old Chen, what is he doing?"

"He’s seeking enlightenment," Chen Shijie explained. "The Minister of Agriculture inherently commands the powers of heaven and earth. He must be gaining insights from observing. I reckon he’s understanding either the Volcano Skill or the Thunder Skill."

"Oh, then why didn’t you gain any insight?" Long Xiao asked innocently.