High Martial Arts: Gains one point of health per second, sweeping across the heavens.

"Worth it!" Su Jie was overjoyed, but then he remembered the 10,000 points that had just flown away and couldn't help but mutter, "System, isn't your pricing a bit rip-off this time? It's only a half-month acceleration..."

[To correct you, host: This system provides a 'synthesis service,' not an 'acceleration service.' Trying to do it yourself carries the risk of failure.]

This system guarantees 100% success. Ten thousand points buys you certainty and the best possible outcome. Furthermore…

It paused for a moment before adding in that infuriatingly infuriating tone:

[Also, every time this system makes a move, the starting price is 10,000 points. Not a penny less. So, it's not '10,000 for just half a month,' but 'at least 10,000 for every move.' Host, get used to it.]

Su Jie: "..."

He suddenly realized that when he bound himself to this system, he might have accidentally clicked into some kind of "pay-to-win" trap.

Well, at least the item is good.

He sensed the brand-new fragment of the Five Elements Law within his Holy Soul, then glanced at the four empty Holy Dharma Slots, and his mood immediately improved considerably. Now, he wouldn't have to worry about not having enough slots for the time being.

[Host,] the system's voice sounded again, [The Five Elements Unity is complete, the burden on your Sacred Soul has been reduced, and your potential has been further released. The innate ancestral energy and residual medicinal power of the Dao Source Golden Fruit within you that have not yet been fully refined will be absorbed more quickly. It is recommended that you proceed as follows…]

"Shall we go spar with that 'middle finger' to speed up the refining process?" Su Jie chimed in, having already figured out the system's modus operandi.

[Bingo!] The system's electronic voice actually simulated a cheerful tune. [The host is getting better and better. Pain is temporary, becoming stronger is eternal. Go, this system has high hopes for you~]

Su Jie took a deep breath, his consciousness sinking into his sea of ​​consciousness, and carefully approached the illusory [God-Slaying Sword] and the second visualization diagram imprinted on it.

That solitary pillar, shrouded in chaotic energy, seemed to be offering some kind of unseemly greeting to all the heavens and the myriad realms…

Middle finger!

……

Mount Zixiao stands majestically in the center of Daozhou, shrouded in clouds and radiant with immortal light. It is the supreme holy land that governs the entire Zixiao Daozhou.

On this day, within the main hall of the sacred mountain, the "Purple Extreme Hall," the aura was as vast as the sea. All the powerful leaders or representatives of significant forces within Daozhou arrived as summoned.

Vice Hall Master Ling of the Soul Forging Masters Hall, Vice Hall Master Wu Potian of the Martial Peak Hall, Head of the Alchemist Guild, Marshal of the Battle Formation Masters Guild, Heads of various ancient families, and leaders of top sects...

The leaders of various forces gathered together, the lowest of whom were at the Weaving Law Realm, and there were also several beings with obscure and profound auras, who were great powers at the World Realm.

On the jade throne at the head of the hall, a figure dressed in a purple star-patterned robe, wearing a tall crown, his face blurred in a faint divine light, slowly spoke: His voice was not loud, but everyone heard him clearly:

"Everyone, in fifteen days, the once-in-a-century 'Battle of the Three Thousand Dao Provinces' will begin in the Myriad Laws Abyss."

The hall fell silent instantly. This once-in-a-century grand event concerned the fate and resource allocation of the entire Daozhou for the next hundred years, and no one dared to take it lightly.

The purple-robed figure continued, "The rules for this year's Prodigy Tournament are largely the same as in previous years, consisting of a main martial arts competition, three top-tier secondary professional leagues (Soul Forging, Alchemy, and Battle Formation), ten advanced secondary professional leagues, and a final ranking calculated based on accumulated points."

"To encourage the prodigies of each prefecture to strive for excellence, the nine immortal forces of the Central Sacred Domain have jointly agreed that this year's rewards will far exceed those of previous years."

Before the words had even finished, the gazes of all the powerful figures in the hall burned with fervor. The fact that the Lord of Purple Cloud Divine Mountain personally declared it "far surpassing previous generations" speaks volumes about its significance.

The Lord of the Divine Mountain paused, then raised his hand and waved it. A huge light screen unfolded in the center of the hall, clearly listing the detailed rankings and corresponding scoring rules for each event in this Heavenly Pride Battle, as well as... the considerable rewards for each ranking.

"The rewards given by the Central Holy Domain and the nine immortal forces this time are more than 30% higher than in previous years," he said, as the words on the light screen began to scroll.

"As long as you can rank among the top 300 in each category, both you and your faction will receive corresponding source crystals, materials, cultivation techniques, and the opportunity to cultivate in specific secret realms."

On the screen, the list of awards was densely packed, ranging from consolation prizes for those ranked outside the top 300, to the top 100, top 50, top 30...

The rewards increased dramatically with each tier, causing the people in the hall to whisper among themselves. Even the rewards for the top 100 were enough to make most of the other provinces envious.

"The top thirty will receive an additional reward of 'Law Crystal Sand,' which helps them comprehend the corresponding attribute laws."

The top ten will receive a "Heavenly Abyss Token", which allows them to enter a specific area of ​​the "Myriad Laws Heavenly Abyss" to explore for opportunities.

"The top three will receive even greater rewards. In addition to the ones mentioned above, they will also be given a treasure or an opportunity to inherit something."

The Lord of the Divine Mountain explained the reward system in general terms, his gaze sweeping across the entire audience. Seeing the fighting spirit and desire burning in everyone's eyes, he nodded slightly.

"However, our Zixiao Daozhou only ranked 357th in the last round." His voice deepened. "The resources we received with that ranking were only enough to maintain the status quo. There are so many strong states around us; if we don't move forward, we'll fall behind. This time, we must make a breakthrough."

"Therefore, the Divine Mountain has decided to temporarily open three secret realms—'Five Elements Sacred Source Pool,' 'Illusory Star Sword Tomb,' and 'Myriad Medicine Spirit Realm'—for ten days. Each force will be allocated quotas based on its size and potential, recommending core disciples to enter for a final push. Specific quota allocations will be sent to everyone after the meeting."

These words further heightened the atmosphere in the hall. The opening of the secret realm meant that the core disciples' strength could be visibly improved in a short period of time, greatly increasing their chances of competing for better rankings.

"I hope everyone will work together, choose the right people, and prepare well. Twenty days later, at the Myriad Laws Abyss, we will vindicate our Zixiao Daozhou!"

With that, the main agenda of the conference concluded. The crowd began to whisper among themselves about the available spots and rewards, with many representatives already calculating which of their own talents were worth investing in.

"Vice Hall Master Ling, Hall Master Wu, please wait." A deacon from the Divine Mountain quietly approached the seats of the Soul Forger Main Hall and the Martial Extreme Hall and said in a low voice.

Vice Hall Master Ling and Wu Potian exchanged a glance, knowing that something important must have happened. They followed the steward to a quiet room in a side hall.

Two people were already waiting inside. One was Elder Yuheng, who was in charge of foreign affairs and resources, and the other was shrouded in a hazy starlight, the incarnation of the Lord of the Divine Mountain.

"Please have a seat, both of you," Elder Yuheng gestured.

After the two were seated, the starlight avatar slowly spoke, its voice resounding directly in their minds: "I summoned you here because of Su Xuan."

Vice Hall Master Ling and Wu Potian immediately perked up.

"This child's talent is beyond description; 'amazing' is an understatement," said the Starlight Avatar. "The Divine Mountain is watching the events surrounding the Tower of Ten Thousand Souls and the Soul Forger certification. He is the biggest variable in our generation, and perhaps... our only hope."