44: Departure to the Northern Xuan Empire

In the blink of an eye, another twenty days passed.

During these twenty days, Yang Lingchen's cultivation level successfully reached the third layer of the Void Seeking Realm.

The reason he was able to Breakthrough so quickly was mainly due to the strong support of the supreme grade Wenxu Pill.

However, after reaching the Void Seeking Realm, Yang Lingchen clearly noticed that his Cultivate speed had slowed down, and the resources consumed had increased exponentially.

This time, Yang Lingchen had exhausted all his precious medicinal herbs just to Breakthrough a small Realm, and now he did not have many contribution points left.

As his cultivation level continued to rise, the resources consumed would inevitably only increase further.

On this day, Lin Yurou came to Yang Lingchen's Residence once again.

"Junior Brother Lingchen, the Northern Profound Region Grand Competition starts in ten days. Revered Master wants us to gather at the Palace Master Hall early tomorrow morning," Lin Yurou said, her expression carrying a hint of anticipation.

"We're leaving so soon?" Yang Lingchen asked, slightly surprised.

"This Grand Competition is being held in the Northern Profound Empire, and the Northern Profound Empire is very far from our Heavenly Origin Palace. Even by flying ship, it will take seven or eight days," Lin Yurou explained patiently.

"Sister Yurou, how many Sects and powers are participating in this Northern Profound Region Grand Competition?" Yang Lingchen asked curiously.

"Besides the Northern Profound Empire, there are twelve other major powers. This Grand Competition is the Peak event for the younger generation of the Northern Profound Region," Lin Yurou said, her eyes sparkling.

"Then, in previous Grand Competitions, where did our Heavenly Origin Palace rank among these twelve major powers?" Yang Lingchen continued to ask.

"Based on the past performance of our younger generation, our Heavenly Origin Palace basically ranks at the very bottom," Lin Yurou said helplessly.

"Do you have detailed information on the participating contestants from the other Sects?" Yang Lingchen asked, his gaze earnest. After all, one must know oneself and the enemy to be victorious in every battle.

"Yes, take a look at this. It contains all the information on the participating contestants," Lin Yurou said, handing over a small booklet.

Yang Lingchen hurriedly opened it and started reading. It contained detailed records of the Peak powerhouses among the younger generation of the Northern Profound Region.

This Grand Competition also had an age limit; only young people under twenty years old could participate.

And the venue was in the Northern Profound Empire.

The Northern Profound Empire was the largest power in the Northern Profound Region; even if all the other twelve major powers combined, they might not be a match for the Northern Profound Empire.

With the Holy Land not appearing, the Northern Profound Empire was the undisputed top hegemon. Even if the twelve major Sects united, they might not be able to defeat the Northern Profound Empire.

The next morning. Palace Master Hall.

In the hall this time, besides Yang Lingchen, there were also Lin Yurou, Ling Yanyun, Dongfang Jie, and Sikong Jie.

When Yang Lingchen appeared, Sikong Jie's face instantly became extremely gloomy, as if it could drip water.

Dongfang Jie also glared fiercely at Yang Lingchen, his eyes full of hostility.

Yang Lingchen did not take their hostility to heart. With his current strength, these two were no different from grasshoppers in front of him.

At this moment, Dongfang Yunbing walked over and said in a cold voice, "For this Northern Profound Region Grand Competition, you five will represent Heavenly Origin Palace. Whether or not you can achieve a good ranking depends on you five."

Afterward, everyone followed Dongfang Yunbing onto a huge flying ship. Inside the flying ship were several Elders from Heavenly Origin Palace.

The giant flying ship was similar to the airplanes from his past life. The interior was decorated very luxuriously and also had many comfortable seats. Yang Lingchen, like a country bumpkin on his first flight, looked around curiously.

The giant flying ship was powered by Spirit Stones. Theoretically, as long as there was a continuous supply of Spirit Stones, it could fly endlessly.

Yang Lingchen found a quiet spot and sat down. Ling Yanyun and Lin Yurou sat on his left and right sides respectively.

Ling Yanyun did so mainly to avoid Sikong Jie's harassment, while Lin Yurou simply liked chatting with Yang Lingchen.

"Junior Brother Lingchen, with two beauties sitting by your side, aren't you happy?" Lin Yurou said with a slight smile, her face beaming with a playful grin.

"Of course, I'm happy," Yang Lingchen said sheepishly, a smile also appearing on his face.

Not long after, the flying ship started. Its flight speed was quite fast; both in terms of comfort and speed, it was far beyond what an airplane could match.

The flying ship flew in mid-air.

Yang Lingchen looked at the endless land below, feeling deeply moved. There were still many wonderful things in this world waiting for him to discover.

The journey was quite quiet. Except for Lin Yurou, who kept chatting with Yang Lingchen, the others seemed very quiet.

During these few days on the road, Yang Lingchen also learned some things about the Northern Profound Empire from the Heavenly Origin Palace Elders.

In the Northern Profound Region, with the Holy Land not appearing, the Northern Profound Empire was the strongest power on the surface, followed by the twelve major Sects.

Among them, the four strongest powers were the Heavenly Sword Sect, Sword Origin Pavilion, Demon Cloud Sect, and Tianyi Sect.

Heavenly Origin Palace's strength only ranked at the bottom. Almost every Northern Profound Region Grand Competition, Heavenly Origin Palace ranked last.

In the blink of an eye, seven days passed.

At this moment, a huge city came into view. Looking at this boundless city from far away in the air, Yang Lingchen was incredibly shocked and couldn't help but mutter to himself, "Is this really just a city?"

The flying ship stopped far outside the city because flying was prohibited in Northern Profound City. Entering without permission was very dangerous and would be considered a provocation against the Northern Profound Empire, with very serious consequences.

Northern Profound City, the imperial capital of the Northern Profound Empire.

Northern Profound City was located in the central region of the Northern Profound Region and was surrounded by the twelve major Sects. Therefore, many Sects or Families would hold their major exchange activities in Northern Profound City.

Northern Profound City had a long history, and the capitals of successive dynasties had all been established in Northern Profound City. Since it was the center of the Northern Profound Region, the Martial Arts were prosperous, and it was very prosperous.

Everyone arrived at the foot of the Northern Profound Imperial City.

The city walls, built from huge meteorites, stood tall like steel, giving people an indestructible feeling.

After paying the entrance fee, everyone passed through the thick and tall city gate.

Upon entering the city, what caught their eyes were buildings full of antique charm, bustling streets, an endless stream of people, enthusiastic vendors shouting their wares, and powerful Martial Artists, all showing the uniqueness of this city.

Under the leadership of Dongfang Yunbing, the Heavenly Origin Palace group arrived at a very luxurious Residence. This Residence covered an extremely vast area and was taken care of by dedicated personnel.

This was Heavenly Origin Palace's stronghold in Northern Profound City.

This Residence was very large, and Yang Lingchen chose a relatively quiet room.

After several days of long-distance travel, everyone felt a bit tired.

Yang Lingchen took a bath, and just as he was preparing to Cultivate, a knock from Ling Yanyun came from outside the door.

"Senior Sister Yanyun, Senior Sister Yurou, have you missed me after just a short while?" Yang Lingchen said with a smile as he opened the door.

Ling Yanyun and Lin Yurou, who had just bathed, carried a hint of natural body fragrance, as beautiful as a lotus just emerged from the water, breathtakingly so.

"Junior Brother Lingchen, we just arrived at the Northern Profound Imperial City today. Can you accompany us two beauties for a stroll?" the outgoing Lin Yurou asked, her eyes full of anticipation.

"Since two beauties have invited me, how could I refuse? Anyway, I have nothing to do, so going for a stroll is fine. I can also take the opportunity to see this ancient and prosperous Northern Profound Imperial City," Yang Lingchen laughed.

Yang Lingchen and the other two greeted Dongfang Yunbing and left the Heavenly Origin Palace stronghold.