The sheer scale and stunning presentation of the Sui and Tang chapter left the Adventurers in awe.
But for Ryan Skyler (formerly Ran Tianyun), who blended into the crowd, it was nothing short of a worldview-shattering experience.
Why?
Unlike the Adventurers, Ryan understood just how difficult it was to create a Secret Realm. Because of that, he could clearly see how absurdly high the level of this scene was.
It completely overturned everything he thought he knew.
What the hell… is this really a Secret Realm?
A Secret Realm can be made like this?
For the first time in decades, the so-called top Lord of Blackstone felt like a complete beginner in front of Quinn Carter (formerly Qi Ji).
Unbelievable.
This kid's inspiration sources must be extraordinary—filled with legendary materials that cost little to no mental energy—otherwise, creating something on this level would be impossible.
The explosive opening alone was enough to guarantee massive success.
And knowing Quinn's ability, there was no way the rest would disappoint.
Ryan was hooked.
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Sixteen Years Later — Demon Subduing Mountain
The scene shifted.
Birds chirped softly as a breathtaking ink-painting landscape appeared—rolling mountains, drifting mist, and endless greenery.
A teenage boy appeared.
> "My name is Ethan Cole (formerly Chen Jingchou)… son of the last ruler of Chen…"
Bihua found herself controlling him.
Memories flooded in.
Everyone immediately understood—
This was the protagonist.
A fallen prince.
A man burdened with revenge… whether he wanted it or not.
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Master Victor Hale
An old man appeared—stern, sharp-eyed, and powerful.
This was Victor Hale (formerly Chen Fu).
He immediately scolded Ethan:
> "You're lazy! How will you avenge your family? How will you restore your kingdom?"
But this time, Ethan spoke honestly:
> "Master… I never wanted to restore the kingdom…"
Victor exploded in anger.
Because to him, this wasn't just a duty—it was everything.
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Backstory Revealed
Bihua explained:
Victor had lost everything when Chen fell.
He sacrificed everything to save Ethan.
For sixteen years, he trained him relentlessly.
Not just as a student—
But as his last hope.
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The Refining Demon Pot
Ethan carried a powerful artifact:
Refining Demon Pot
Can store living beings
Can refine monsters into power
One of the Ten Ancient Divine Artifacts
Everyone was stunned.
Even Nancilia couldn't believe it.
> "This is a top-tier treasure… priceless!"
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Journey Up the Mountain
As Ethan climbed, monsters appeared:
Dry Husk Zombie (formerly Gan Nizi)
Plague Child Spirit (formerly Qing Nue Gui)
Both were weak, easily defeated.
But they revealed something disturbing—
This world was filled with death and suffering.
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The Truth About the Past
At the summit, Victor revealed everything.
Sixteen years ago—
A massive army was destroyed by a single person.
That person was:
Ethan Drake (formerly Yang Tuo)
The same black-cloaked youth from the opening.
The wielder of the Xuanyuan Sword.
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The Ten Divine Artifacts
Victor explained:
To defeat Ethan Drake, they must collect artifacts:
Zither
Cauldron
Seal
Mirror
Stone
With them—
One could rule the world.
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Kunlun Mirror Awakens
Inside the cave, they found the Kunlun Mirror.
But suddenly—
A terrifying presence erupted.
A monstrous entity began forming.
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Taotie Appears
Victor trembled.
> "This… is the primordial spirit of the ancient beast… Taotie…"
Even in incomplete form—
It rivaled the power of the Sakura Dragon.
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Sacrifice
Victor made a decision.
He struck Ethan away and sealed himself inside the cave with Taotie.
Using his life force—
He froze both himself and the monster.
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Final Words
Before fading, he said:
Find Master Orion Gale (formerly Gongshan Xiansheng)
Continue cultivating
Avoid Ethan Drake at all costs
Collect the artifacts
And finally—
> "Restore Chen…"
Then his voice disappeared.
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End of Prologue
Bihua regained control.
The system notification appeared:
[Challenge Complete!]
[Rank: C]
[Reward: Azure Abomination Soul]
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