Cultivating with Top Enlightenment

Subsequently.

All Saints followed suit,

each emitting their aura.

Fifth Realm, Fourth Realm, abounded. At this moment, everyone revealed their strengths without reservation, for this concerned the upcoming distribution of blessings. To hide them now would be futile.

Within a sea of power.

The New Saints were all trembling.

Most of them were at the First Realm in cultivation, with only a few using special means to step into the Second Realm. As for higher realms, they had none. Now that the Saints unleashed their full auras, they were akin to Huskies among a pack of wolves.

Ning Qi raised an eyebrow, considering whether to reveal his cultivation as a Fifth Realm Martial Saint.

He wasn't particularly interested in the so-called blessed energy from world consciousness since he planned to merge with it later. After achieving the Realm Lord status, a mere increase in cultivation is trivial. His participation in the Martial Saint Conference was solely to escort the world consciousness, preventing any mishaps.

"Has he really stepped into the Fifth Realm?" Taoist Baishan's heart jumped, finding it somewhat incredible.

Breaking through four realms in one day during the Spiritual Awakening was understandable, given the special circumstances. But now, breaking through another realm so quickly, reaching the same level as himself, was baffling!

"This guy is truly a monster!"

Taoist Baishan smiled bitterly in his heart,

realizing that Ning Qi's Fifth Realm was likely not the same as his own, fearing that he could be easily suppressed. A terrifying thought occurred to him: perhaps even Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint was no match for Ning Qi?

All Saints were assessing each other.

When they sensed Ning Qi was at the Fifth Realm, some were shocked, for it was widely rumored Ning Qi was evenly matched with Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint. Naturally, they believed Ning Qi was a Half-step Divine Power Realm strong person.

But now it seemed, did Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint hold back at the time?

Black Blood Demon Monarch cast a glance at Ning Qi, grinning with a mysterious smile.

After all the Saints had unleashed their aura,

Great Yan Martial Saint spoke:

"Upon awakening the world consciousness, accept the energy baptism according to the current cultivation level: Half-step Divine Power Realm at the core, Five Elements Perfection at the secondary core, and then the Fifth Realm Martial Saint."

What he said was reasonable, and everyone nodded slowly.

Suddenly, Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint interjected:

"I feel something's amiss."

Everyone was slightly astonished.

He continued,

"Martial Saint Tianjian's cultivation should not be measured by conventional standards. I once exchanged a move with him; he possesses Half-step Divine Power Realm combat strength. Allowing him to receive the core blessing would be beneficial to the Martial Realm."

In an instant,

all eyes turned to Ning Qi.

This was the first public acknowledgment of Ning Qi's prowess by Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint, carrying completely different significance.

The Fifth Realm Martial Saints, along with several Five Elements Perfection Martial Saints, felt displeased. After all, they had just agreed to distribute blessings based on cultivation, but now it seemed unfair with a backdoor opened for him. Nevertheless, they quickly suppressed their displeasure, realizing that their words held no weight in this matter.

Indeed, it was so.

Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint wasn't addressing them, but the other four Half-step Divine Power Realm strong persons.

If they agreed, it wouldn't matter if everyone else opposed.

The Profound Turtle had remained silent.

Originally, he intended to speak up for Ning Qi's benefit, but now that Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint had gotten ahead, he naturally wouldn't refuse. He chuckled and said:

"Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint speaks reasonably. Taoist Friend Tianjian is extraordinarily gifted, with unparalleled prowess. If he had been born earlier, none of us old folks would stand a chance against him. Should he be able to leverage the world consciousness's blessing to step into the Divine Power Realm all at once, surely he'll play a significant role against the Mountain and Sea Realm's invasion!"

Two out of five Absolute Strong Persons had agreed.

Everyone's gaze was astonished.

But immediately, a strangely sarcastic voice arose:

"Tsk, changing rules on the fly is never good. We just decided to accept blessings based on cultivation. Changing it for one person now isn't the rule, I'm against it."

Everyone looked over.

They saw Black Blood Demon Monarch leisurely folding his arms, appearing indifferent, while Wang Quan and the Demon Sect Sect Leader behind him exchanged quick glances of amusement, showing great respect towards Black Blood Demon Monarch.

"Divine Nuns, what do you think?" Black Blood Demon Monarch asked with a grin.

South Sea Divine Nuns' gaze twitched, first apologetically glancing at Ning Qi, then formally saying:

"The power of world consciousness is not infinite. We previously inferred that the core blessing can enable five individuals to step into the Divine Power Realm. Adding another person might lead to unexpected changes."

"Taoist Friend Tianjian is a genius of unparalleled caliber. If he receives blessings in the secondary core area, there's a high probability he can step into the Half-step Divine Power Realm, at which point, he should possess strength approaching the Divine Power Realm and thus achieve the best of both worlds."

These words indirectly expressed opposition.

The crowd's expressions became odd.

Five Absolute Strong Persons—two in support, two opposed.

Only one remained.

Great Yan Martial Saint.

Great Yan Martial Saint glanced at them, then at Ning Qi, finally saying faintly:

"You decide."

He chose to abstain.

At this, the previously hopeful Taoist Longshan and Blade Demon suddenly felt deeply disappointed. They had hoped Ning Qi could gain greater benefits, which would be good for both Martial Realm and Ning Qi.

Yet Ning Qi remained calm, as if the matter was unrelated to him.

His heart only lamented that internal conflict seemed to be a human race instinct, even in such perilous times, unity was unattainable.

However.

He truly didn't care much about the blessing energy.

But now the situation had become awkward, with two in favor, two opposed, and one abstaining among five Absolute Strong Persons—unable to reach a decision.

Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint's empty gaze swept over South Sea Divine Nuns and Black Blood Demon Monarch, carrying a certain pressure.

The former smiled apologetically, yet the White Jade Purification Bottle in her hand continued to emit a soft glow, clearly unaffected.

The latter snorted coldly:

"Heaven-Slaying, stop with these antics. Since it's deadlocked, let's drop it to avoid wasting time. The Mountain and Sea Realm invasion is imminent; not a moment should be wasted."

"Moreover, you claim this person is as strong as us? Who knows if there's some hidden truth?"

His body exuded dark air, his gaze was rampant.

In the Ancient Era, he acted recklessly just like now. Given the looming threat of the Mountain and Sea Realm, others dared not speak much.

Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint's gaze tightened, the empty eyes almost brimming with divine light.

These words nearly called into question his impartiality, undoubtedly challenging his authority.

It was covertly mocking that there was some deal between him and Ning Qi.

Yet before he could speak,

a calm voice rang out:

"Are you saying, you doubt I have Half-step Divine Power Realm strength?"

Within the hall.

The young Taoist rose for the first time, his white Taoist Robe fluttering lightly, carrying an aura of transcendence. The Martial Saints' hearts shook wildly, especially Thunderstorm Martial Saint and others, seemingly recalling Ning Qi's invincible stature that day.

Ning Qi was slightly displeased.

Indeed, he didn't care for the so-called world consciousness blessing, but while he could forgo it, others couldn't snatch it.

This Black Blood Demon Monarch had continuously provoked him, and if he remained silent, people might think he feared him.

Furthermore.

He sensed the situation was strange, hoping to draw out some clues by immersing himself in the scene, not forgetting another purpose of his visit.

Ning Qi gazed forward, as if divine swords tore through the void. The Martial Saints sensed a surge of absolute Sword Intent rising.

Black Blood Demon Monarch first paused, then burst into laughter:

"You want to fight me?"

Ning Qi remained silent, hands behind his back, stepping upward, standing atop the void over Heavenly Peak Mountain. His gaze pierced through the void, landing on Black Blood Demon Monarch, his indifferent voice echoed across Heavenly Peak Mountain:

"Come up yourself."