Cultivating with Top Enlightenment

The Heavenly Ranking of the Great Yan differs from other martial rankings like the Hidden Dragon List and Primordial Core List; it's the sole ranking issued by the Imperial Court, holding immense credibility. Being listed means becoming famous across the world.

As such, the update that occurs every three years is eagerly anticipated throughout Great Yan.

The announcement of this ranking update was delayed by several days, prompting He Yan to rush back to the True Martial Sect as soon as he heard the news.

Previously, True Martial Sect disciples were interested in the Heavenly Ranking, but it seemed too high and distant from them. However, things are different now as the True Martial Sect has an unparalleled strong person overlooking Great Yan!

True Man Tianjian!

After He Yan brought back news of the Heavenly Ranking, the entire True Martial Sect was in an uproar.

Taoist Longshan was also intensely interested, and Ning Qi and a couple of other true disciples remaining on True Martial Mountain heard the news as well.

Within the Bright Martial Pavilion.

He Yan excitedly opened a book with gilded edges.

"Master, look quickly, Senior Tianjian has made it onto the list!" His face was flushed with excitement as he rushed back to the mountain to share this joyous news immediately, feeling honored by association.

Everyone looked intently.

The last page read:

Heavenly Ranking 36th, True Man Tianjian.

Following that was a series of small characters detailing True Man Tianjian's information and battle achievements, along with some speculation.

"True Man Tianjian, age unknown, past experiences unknown, currently residing on True Martial Mountain. At the time when the Demon Sect's Celestial Being Old Demon Lin sought to annihilate True Martial Mountain, a Celestial Sword soared through the sky, severely injuring Old Demon Lin..."

"Afterward, five Celestial Beings from the Demon Sect gathered at True Martial Mountain, True Man Tianjian once again wielded the sword to block one of them..."

"Based on the comprehensive battle achievements of True Man Tianjian's two appearances and the fact that True Man Tianjian has never shown his face, it is highly likely he has reserved strength, hence ranked 36th on the Heavenly Ranking."

Besides the eloquently written text, a masterful artist had depicted the celestial splendor of True Man Tianjian's sword soaring, instilling admiration in viewers. Regardless of the actual strength, in terms of charisma, few on the Heavenly Ranking surpass this celestial sword in the sky.

Several true disciples were thrilled.

They frequently showed expressions of awe.

Zhuang Chen couldn't help but express:

"If possible, I truly wish Senior Tianjian could offer some guidance."

He was passionately devoted to the Sword Dao, and having such an unparalleled swordsman within his sect was naturally enticing, although he knew True Man Tianjian rarely appeared, and even his master Taoist Longshan seldom met him, leaving him feeling a touch of regret.

Taoist Longshan listened, stroking his beard with a smile, casting a quirky glance at his young disciple.

True Man Tianjian being listed on the Heavenly Ranking delighted him, as it would significantly boost True Martial Sect's reputation, laying the groundwork for future expansion and preparation for Taoism's worldwide ranking.

Though he had some hope of making the Heavenly Ranking, it wasn't a certainty, and now that it's settled, he naturally felt joyous.

But Ning Qi felt a bit helpless.

Honestly, he would prefer not to be on this Heavenly Ranking.

The Martial Realm is a massive arena of fame and fortune, and the Heavenly Ranking is the focal point, prone to cause trouble, especially for him at this somewhat awkward rank, attracting attention and possibly challenges from many.

It might be better to keep a low profile.

But since he's already listed, there's no point in saying this now, he can only try to see the positives.

"For the sect's development, it's definitely more beneficial than harmful, and it serves as a deterrent to the Demon Sect. However, we must be cautious of the Southern Border Alliance; if they suspected us before, being listed might draw more attention."

Nonetheless, Ning Qi wasn't too worried.

His actual strength far exceeds the 36th rank on the Heavenly Ranking, and he had made further progress recently. If he employed all his techniques, he might even stand a chance against Town North King.

Zhuang Chen's curious words caught his attention:

"Senior Tianjian is already so powerful, who are those ranked above him?" His eyes held yearning.

Ning Qi was also somewhat curious.

While the Heavenly Ranking doesn't encompass all experts, it has high reference value. Knowing more now might prove useful in future encounters.

He Yan smiled as he flipped through the Heavenly Ranking, providing a knowledgeable introduction, occasionally sharing unrecorded anecdotes and rumors from the ranking; he had always been intrigued by various miscellaneous studies.

"Heavenly Ranking 35th is a strong person from Lei State, who entered the ranking in the previous edition. Without making a move in the last three years, he slipped down one rank..."

"..."

"This is Cyan Bull Senior, previously ranked 33rd, now moved up to 32nd, thanks to his achievement of destroying the Death Fire Abyss branch. Furthermore, the Demon Sect had attempted to trouble Cyan Bull Senior but were all resolved by him, indirectly propelling him further in the Heavenly Ranking."

Everyone listened, entranced.

The tales of these unparalleled experts always generate immense interest.

But Ning Qi merely paid brief attention; given his current strength, those ranked near the bottom of the Heavenly Ranking hardly catch his Dharma Eye.

He only paused briefly at the Cyan Bull Blade Master's rank, as he was the most familiar.

He mused.

At the previous Celestial Being Grand Ceremony, Cyan Bull Blade Master was at the height of his power, but in no time had been left behind by him. If Cyan Bull Blade Master were to face him now, he would easily be subdued.