Just at that moment, a rich Life Essence burst forth from the crack once again. Qingzhou's entire body shook. In an instant, his injuries vanished and his energy was restored to its peak, as if he had been resurrected. His pupils dilated as he stared at the ground beneath his feet, brimming with excitement.

This is truly a blessed land, an opportunity that belongs to me, Qingzhou!

He even made up his mind that after this trial in the Ancient Forest was over, he would frequently return to cultivate here during his years in the Holy Realm.

This blessed land must not be wasted.

"You despicable beasts won't touch my opportunity! Scram!" he roared, swinging his dual hammers in a wide arc that instantly killed a swath of Fierce Beasts.

The surrounding Fierce Beasts, exotic creatures, and birds of prey were all stunned.

What's going on? This member of the Human Race was clearly injured just a moment ago, his aura weakening. How is he suddenly so full of vigor again?

The prodigies watching from a distance were also shocked.

This Qingzhou is too powerful! With such combat prowess, is he really only ranked fourth on the Golden Core Ranking? Could there be an error in the list?

Qingzhou fought with increasing ease. Every so often, a thick gush of Life Essence would emerge from the ground, healing his wounds and restoring his stamina. Even his physical Cultivation Level was experiencing astonishing growth as he bathed in this essence. He charged into the beast horde and back out again seven times, impossibly fierce.

He couldn't help but roar with laughter, "Hahaha! Today, even if a pure-blooded descendant of a Primordial Divine Beast were here, I'd kill them all the same if they dared to covet my opportunity!"

Just then, the void trembled slightly. A figure in white robes appeared, treading on empty air, a Jade Flute fastened at his waist. He had a graceful and scholarly air about him.

"It's Zhuge Changsheng!"

"The Saint Heir of Shan Hai has arrived!"

"My heavens! Are we going to see the top-ranked prodigies on the Golden Core Ranking clash this early?"

"Quiet! Just watch!"

Everyone was ecstatic, their faces flushed with excitement. This was a showdown between the top prodigies of Nanzhou's current generation, a spectacle that captivated countless eyes.

Zhuge Changsheng looked down at the beast tide, his gaze sweeping over Qingzhou, who had just charged through the horde seven times. His brow furrowed slightly. From a distance, he had sensed the aura of a mysterious Formation. But as he drew closer, it seemed to have vanished completely, which was truly strange.

At that exact moment, an even richer surge of Life Essence spewed from the crack, greater in volume and more abundant than before. Zhuge Changsheng's eyes lit up, his gaze locking onto the crack.

Just as I thought!

His attention wasn't on the essence itself. In that instant, he captured a faint ripple from a Formation, one so subtle it seemed perfectly integrated with the natural world.

This particular Formation had been recreated by Wang Xiu based on his own understanding. It wasn't perfect and had a small fissure, which allowed the essence from the Secret Realm to leak out. In Zhuge Changsheng's perception, however, this Formation was exceptionally profound, undoubtedly an Ancient Formation born from heaven and earth itself.

If I can comprehend thirty to fifty percent of this Formation… no, even just ten percent… my Way of Formations would undergo a complete metamorphosis! I would finally have what it takes to chase the shadows of the ancient masters!

Zhuge Changsheng was beside himself with excitement.

This place is my opportunity! A blessed land bestowed upon me by the heavens!

He descended toward the spot. Twirling the Jade Flute in his hand, he brought it to his lips and began to play softly. Musical notes drifted out, transforming into Formation runes that filled the air and instantly enveloped the entire battlefield.

Seeing this, Qingzhou roared, "Zhuge Changsheng, what do you think you're doing?"

Zhuge Changsheng replied nonchalantly, "This place holds a great opportunity for me. I intend to clear out this annoying rabble so I can comprehend the Way of Formations in peace."

Qingzhou's face darkened. You're a Formation master! What damn opportunity could you possibly have here? Are you just trying to piss me off?

"Nonsense!" he bellowed. "This place is rich with life force, a paradise on earth! It is my blessed land, what does it have to do with you? Leave now, or don't force my hand!"

A few dark lines appeared on Zhuge Changsheng's forehead. You're just a brute. What the hell do you know about Formations? Calling this your blessed land… are you trying to be disgusting?

As a prodigy, he naturally had his own pride. With a flick of his sleeve, he stated arrogantly, "I refuse to leave. What can you do about it?"

Qingzhou planted his feet firmly on the ground. His blood began to boil as a golden light enveloped his body, causing the very void around him to twist. He looked like a young god of war. "Zhuge Changsheng, don't blame me for what happens next! Today, I don't care if it's just you. Even if you, Li Xuanqi, and Zhang Yuge came at me together, I wouldn't fear you in the slightest!"

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