SACRED BODY OF THE IMMORTALS

The Celestial Gathering of the Myriad Races Commercial Alliance would feature various rare and exotic treasures for trade and auction.

But no one expected that something like the Ancient Sacred Body bloodline essence would appear.

This was clearly a provocation against the Sovereign's son.

Some people believed that this was likely a challenge from the ancient enemies of the Sacred Body lineage from further along the Ancient Path.

Some cultivators with inside knowledge were aware that there had been many earth-shattering battles between supreme physique lineages on the Ancient Path.

In previous battles, the Sacred Body lineage apparently had never truly held the upper hand.

Those ancient enemies of the Sacred Body lineage were extremely terrifying, with world-dominating potential.

"I've heard that this Sacred Body bloodline essence seems to be related to the Ancient Sacred Temple deep within the Ancient Path..."

"The Ancient Sacred Temple? That lineage that has long since fallen into decline?"

Many cultivators were whispering among themselves, discussing that lineage which had already faded into obscurity.

At that moment, two figures casually emerged from the courtyard where Sky Maiden Yuan was staying—they were Jun Xiaoyao and Sky Maiden Yuan.

Jun Xiaoyao was stroking the Yin Jade Rabbit in his hand, his expression unchanged.

Sky Maiden Yuan, on the other hand, had a flushed face and alluring eyes, her starry gaze as moist as autumn waters.

This could easily lead people to certain misunderstandings and imaginings, assuming she had been nourished by the dew of passion.

The reason for Sky Maiden Yuan's current state was naturally because, during this month-long period of discussing the Dao.

Her cultivation had actually advanced another minor realm.

In the Sage Realm, this was extremely rare.

"Hearing your words is better than studying for ten years. The Young Master is truly this servant's lucky star," Sky Maiden Yuan said joyfully, her enchanting body pressed against Jun Xiaoyao, her eyes filled with charm.

At this moment, she looked like an innocent, happy young girl, without any scheming, completely pure.

"That's because you have natural talent," Jun Xiaoyao said calmly.

He hadn't expected that Sky Maiden Yuan would have such talent, making a breakthrough with just a little guidance.

Of course, Jun Xiaoyao himself had also gained something—with a bit more accumulation, he would be able to condense new celestial energy.

"Young Master, you've finally come out. The Celestial Gathering is about to begin," Lu Renjia, that fat fellow, rushed over immediately.

Seeing Sky Maiden Yuan with her seductive eyes and satisfied expression, Lu Renjia looked at Jun Xiaoyao with admiration and cupped his hands, saying: "The Young Master is truly impressive, for a whole month."

Hearing these words, Jun Xiaoyao was taken aback.

Why did it seem to have a hidden meaning?

During this month, apart from discussing the Dao, Jun Xiaoyao had only taken baths.

At most, he had Sky Maiden Yuan massage his shoulders and serve him, with nothing else happening.

Jun Xiaoyao was very principled.

"Oh right, Young Master, there's something I need to tell you..." Lu Renjia seemed to remember something and told Jun Xiaoyao about the Ancient Sacred Body bloodline essence.

"Oh, so there's such a matter." Jun Xiaoyao's expression turned cold.

If his guess was correct, this was likely the doing of the Heavenly Tyrant Body lineage.

This was a provocation against him, and also a challenge.

Just then, suddenly, a deep bell sound rang out.

That was the signal for the start of the Myriad Races Commercial Alliance's Celestial Gathering.

"Let's go take a look," Jun Xiaoyao said, flicking his sleeve, his expression cold.

...

The Myriad Races Commercial Alliance was a massive commercial organization with a presence throughout the Nine Heavens Divine Realm.

The reason it was called "Myriad Races" was because the alliance included beings from various races.

Human race, Beast race, Ancient Royal races, and so on.

The Myriad Races Commercial Alliance had always maintained a neutral stance, treating all racial forces equally.

It was precisely because of this that their business had grown so large.

Even on the Ultimate Ancient Path, they had their outposts.

Above the Sacred City of Commerce, there was an exquisite and magnificent palace, floating in the void.

This palace was luxurious and beautiful, entirely crafted from rare and precious true gold with rune-inscribed bones.

This demonstrated the profound foundation of the Myriad Races Commercial Alliance.

Various young talents converged there from all directions.

"Oh, that's Thunder Sect's young sect master, Lei Zhen. It's said that when he was born, thunder gathered at his brow, forming an inextinguishable thunder rune."

Some young talents exclaimed as they saw a young figure riding a thunder dragon horse, his body wrapped in lightning.

He was a prominent young talent on the Ultimate Ancient Path, cultivating the way of thunder.

"That one is the young master of the Heavenly Treasure Sect, Qian Duocai." Another person who caught everyone's attention was a youth dressed in golden clothes, with a build that could rival Lu Renjia's.

That Qian Duocai was sitting in a carriage made of rare metals, pulled by nine pure-blooded white dragon horses, with all ten of his fingers adorned with spatial rings.

"The young master of the Heavenly Treasure Sect, Qian Duocai, is famous for his wealth. It's said that even the wealth of some Immortal force heirs doesn't match his."

Many young talents looked at Qian Duocai with burning eyes.

"That young master is so handsome," some female cultivators praised.

"Is it the person who's handsome? It's his money that's handsome!" some male cultivators muttered.

"But with Qian Duocai here, it will be difficult for other young talents to obtain treasures," some people shook their heads.

In fact, Immortal heirs might not be as wealthy as Qian Duocai.

Because those divine sources and celestial essences and other resources were all used for cultivation.

And in a place like the Myriad Races Commercial Alliance, money was the hard currency—all other identities and backgrounds had to take a back seat.

Just then, suddenly, exclamations of surprise came from the male cultivators around.

In the void, flower petals rained down, and two figures—one male and one female—appeared.

What caused the male cultivators to exclaim was the woman.

She was a woman wearing a bright red robe.

Even the loose robe couldn't hide her domineering, perfect figure. Her exquisite, devilish curves attracted gazes like magnets.

The woman's face was also enchantingly beautiful, like a bewitching spirit.

Most eye-catching of all were the nine fluffy fox tails behind her.

This clearly revealed her identity.

"It's actually the noble lady of the Nine-Tailed Celestial Fox clan, Hu Qingqing."

"She's also one of the Seven Beauties, a strong contender for the next head of the Divine Women's Pavilion."

"I heard she's also Sky Maiden Yuan's biggest rival."

"But why does Hu Qingqing look unhappy?"

"Isn't that obvious? Sky Maiden Yuan has secured the Jun family's son as a powerful ally, Hu Qingqing must be worried."

In fact, it was exactly as everyone had guessed.

Hu Qingqing was indeed in a bad mood.

"Damn it, that Sky Maiden Yuan actually got ahead of me and established a relationship with the Jun family's son. This is troublesome," Hu Qingqing bit her red lips.

"In terms of looks, figure, or skills, how am I inferior to that woman? No, I need to plan something..." Hu Qingqing thought to herself.

The man beside her, hearing Hu Qingqing's muttering, said: "The noble lady need not worry. My master is not necessarily weaker than that Jun family's son."

In fact, before Sky Maiden Yuan recruited Jun Xiaoyao, Hu Qingqing had already chosen an ally.

An absolutely powerful ally.

Logically, with this ally, Hu Qingqing was confident that she could completely overshadow Sky Maiden Yuan in the opportunity at the Tai'e Divine Temple.

But Sky Maiden Yuan's recruitment of Jun Xiaoyao was something Hu Qingqing hadn't anticipated, catching her completely off guard.