There might not be just one treasure hidden within.Unfortunately, inside that shrouded space, everything was enveloped in the dual energies of Yin and Yang, completely obscuring the view.On top of that, the divine light and phenomena emitted by the artifact itself masked its true form, making it nearly impossible to discern what it truly was. It instinctively concealed itself.
Even with his Innate Yin-Yang Eyes, Yi Tianxing could not penetrate the mystery.
But this only made him more certain: there was definitely some incredible treasure hidden within.
In a grand tomb like this, the chance of treasures being born was simply too high.The natural forces of feng shui nurturing miraculous objects — this was heaven and earth's true creation.
The distance was too great, and the shroud of Yin-Yang energy too thick.Even the Wordless Heavenly Book couldn't pierce through to glimpse any information.
There was no other way.Unable to leave the current area, Yi Tianxing could only scan the surroundings and secretly guess:If he wanted to break free from this confinement, he would likely have to wait until cultivators appeared at the other eight trigram positions — only then could the seal be undone.
As for how long that would take, no one could say.
"I appeared here after seizing the Heart of the Swamp.I wonder if only by capturing a core origin can one qualify to stand on this Eight Trigram Platform.If that's the case, the other seven must all be top-tier powerhouses."
A faint sense of urgency grew in his heart.
Without hesitation, Yi Tianxing planted himself firmly on the platform, letting the Ancestral Dragon Spring in his body swallow heaven and earth's energy, transforming it into True Dragon Qi, while he threw himself back into the endless task of refining Chaotic Dragon Runes.
Rune after rune was skillfully visualized and engraved into the spring, entering the Chaotic Dragon Transformation Pool within.Each new rune made the pool less illusory, more solid.
He tirelessly condensed more and more runes.
His aura grew thicker and stronger with every moment.
Moreover, the heaven and earth energy on this platform was incredibly dense — far more than usual.With each breath, he condensed more true qi.This place was no different from a true paradise for cultivation — training here was countless times faster than outside.
Time passed quietly in the midst of cultivation.
The feeling of absorbing such rich heaven and earth energy was simply too wondrous, making one lose all sense of time.If not for the depletion of his spiritual will during the rune condensation, he might have stayed immersed much longer.
"I can't keep condensing runes — if I exhaust my spiritual strength completely,and something unexpected happens, I won't even be able to react."
Yi Tianxing had not forgotten where he was.
Sensing that his spirit was near its limits, he decisively ended his cultivation.
Opening his eyes again, he swept his gaze around.
And what he saw made his heart stir.
As expected, several figures had already appeared on the Eight Trigram Platform.Six figures now occupied six of the sectors — along with himself, there were now seven — only one position remained empty.
"It's him — that supreme saber wielder.I wonder who he truly is."
Yi Tianxing's gaze first fell upon the Qian Position, representing Heaven —there stood the black-clad swordsman he had seen before.His clothes were ragged and torn, proof that he had fought fiercely to arrive here.
This was a true powerhouse, a terrifying master of the saber.Especially that Draw Saber Art — its lethality was incredible.
"A master of the Draw Saber Art, slight limp in his steps, cold temperament,and profound saber mastery... there aren't many fitting that description.Most likely, he is none other than Fu Hongxue."
Yi Tianxing silently pondered.He had suspected this man's identity before — now, the likelihood seemed very high.
But it wasn't absolutely certain — after all, the myriad realms were filled with countless saber experts.
Without direct confirmation, it could only remain a guess.
"But who is that swordsman over there?"
Yi Tianxing's gaze shifted to the Kan Position, where another figure stood.
It was a man in black, a cloak tied behind him, radiating coldness.A battle sword was strapped to his back, and a faint murderous aura naturally exuded from him.It was clear — this youth's hands were stained with blood, and he had already formed a strong Sword Intent.
Another supreme sword cultivator.
However, Yi Tianxing had not seen him before.His aura was powerful, but his eyes were utterly indifferent — cold as if the entire world meant nothing to him.
He paid no attention to anyone else.
This detached demeanor was as chilling as the gaze of death itself.
A supreme swordsman — and with the myriad realms' countless sword masters, it was impossible to guess his identity just yet.
"No matter who he is, at least he is human."
Yi Tianxing withdrew his gaze and looked at the others.
At the Zhen Position, standing there was a terrifying figure —the Scorpion Demon Clan's chieftain, Mo Xie.
His robust and grotesque body held a chilling spear radiating a sinister aura.
Zhen represented Thunder — and yet this alien being had occupied the Thunder sector.This was extremely alarming.
"The Scorpion Demon Clan leader... a formidable enemy.I wonder if he seized an Origin Core from within the realm of thunder."
Yi Tianxing's eyes sharpened.Facing an alien enemy — one he had already fought — there would be no need for negotiation.
Given the chance, Yi Tianxing would strike to kill.
As if sensing Yi Tianxing's gaze, Mo Xie turned his head, eyes gleaming sharply as he coldly snorted.
Clear hostility.
"There's also a Stone Giant."
Looking toward the Gen Position, Yi Tianxing saw a towering stone giant standing solidly, wielding a massive stone club.
Its sheer size alone exerted immense pressure.Its strength was unfathomable — a fearsome foe if it came to battle.
"And that one... seems human, but not quite.His aura is different.Could he belong to some unknown race?"
Yi Tianxing's gaze shifted to the Kun Position.
There, stood a massive two-meter-tall man clad in a beast hide, hefting a battle axe on his shoulder.His rough demeanor and wild aura were palpable.
He felt more like a beast wearing human skin than a true human.
Clearly not ordinary human — perhaps even not human at all, but a race closely resembling them.
Sensing Yi Tianxing's gaze, the burly man grinned broadly, eyes flashing with excitement.
He was sizing everyone up in turn, shaking his axe impatiently —barely able to restrain his battle lust.
Even when facing the stone giant, his fighting spirit did not waver.
"A true battle maniac."
"And over there... a giant python."
Turning his gaze to the Xun Position, Yi Tianxing saw a truly fearsome sight.
A massive python, radiating a faint yellow glow, coiled atop the platform.Its huge, cold eyes stared down everyone.
Its size was breathtaking — even the Stone Giant seemed smaller by comparison.
Its aura was deeply intimidating.
A savage beast through and through.
"Qian, Zhen, Kan, Gen, Kun, Xun, Li, Dui... eight trigrams.Now only the Li Position remains empty.The surrounding barriers are still intact.We must wait a bit longer."
Yi Tianxing noted that everyone's eyes were already fixated on the Yin-Yang mist at the center.
Clearly, none were fooled — all sensed the existence of a supreme treasure hidden within.
No one could remain indifferent in the face of such a prize.
Yi Tianxing included.
At that moment, he stepped forward, taking a deep breath and speaking loudly:
"Since we all stand here on the Eight Trigram Platform,we are equals in strength.Even if we are enemies, we deserve to know each other's names.Even if we die, let it be with honor —to know whose hand we fell by, and who we slew.We are not nameless pawns."
"I," Yi Tianxing declared, "am the Lord of Xuanhuang Town — Yi Tianxing!!"
At his words, the others looked over.
"Fu Hongxue."The black-clad saber wielder calmly spoke, gripping his saber tightly.
Yi Tianxing's heart shook.
It really was him — the man who had fused the saber into his very existence.
"I am Niu Ben, chieftain of the Barbarian Tribe's Wild Ox Clan!"The burly man laughed, slinging his axe across his shoulders, his body radiating wild battle intent.
Clearly, facing so many mighty foes, he could barely contain his excitement.
"Mo Xie, chieftain of the Scorpion Demon Clan!"The scorpion warrior coldly spat out his name, his voice full of killing intent and icy menace.
"Hissss!!"
The giant yellow python let out a thunderous hiss toward the sky.Although it could not speak, its roar exuded an overwhelming presence —its disdainful gaze sweeping over everyone, unwilling to show weakness.
"Shi... Shifeng!!"The Stone Giant clumsily grunted out his name, his voice deep and heavy.