Chapter 719: The Secret Realm Unlocked

Outside the Blood-Red Sky Secret Realm, a considerable crowd had gathered—over 1,200 powerful individuals, far more than Ye Feng had anticipated. Among these, fewer than thirty were below the rank of first-tier warriors. Ye Feng’s group accounted for two of those spots.

Most of the powerful warriors had come from higher realms to undergo trials. There were around 700 first-tier warriors, over 400 second-tier warriors, and less than 100 third-tier warriors. Since those with similar strengths tended to form teams together, Ye Feng’s group stood out significantly—three third-tier warriors along with two Break-Truth Realm practitioners. Luo Yan did not bring Shangguan Ming along, as too many people in this real world knew him, and bringing him would cause unnecessary trouble.

Although the realm would open in 18 days, those waiting at the entrance had mostly arrived two or three days earlier. They claimed it was to prepare for preliminary tasks, but in reality, it was just to ease their anxieties and comfort themselves. Once there, they either chatted with acquaintances or meditated.

Ye Feng’s group arrived last, on the final day. Thanks to the acceleration of hundreds of millions of times, one day was equivalent to over 200,000 years. With an extra couple of days, Luo Yan and Jin Wen could gain another 550,000 years of cultivation time.

Though they lacked states of enlightenment or blessings, under Ye Feng’s influence, the speed at which their divine powers merged was tens of thousands of times faster than normal. In 17 days, they managed to merge six types of divine powers, achieving a combined level of 54—comparable to the fusion level of sixth- or even seventh-tier warriors. Their individual attribute-based divine powers also reached level 24 or higher.

As for Nian Cangsheng and Wu Kuang, they used this time to solidify their cultivation skills. With Ye Feng’s help, they stabilized their cultivation at the peak of the Break-Truth Realm.

Ye Feng’s strength had reached a bottleneck; unless he could gather a medium-sized universe, it would be difficult for him to improve further. In his sea of consciousness, his immortal true self remained seated motionless before the Remnants of the Heavenly Dao.

While Ye Feng was meditating and eavesdropping on others’ conversations, a sudden, intense, and strange fluctuation appeared and spread rapidly. It resembled spatial energy or some other form of energy, carrying an ancient aura, sweeping in wave after wave, like ripples spreading across water, layer after layer, extending farther and farther away.

“We need to start it…” That thought arose in everyone’s mind at the same time.
“Buzz buzz buzz…” A strange sound came from afar, like the low hum of insect wings or monks chanting softly…
Then, there was a clear creaking sound, as if someone had opened a door right beside their ear. Everyone saw a blood-red wooden door in the void above them, opening wide to either side. They couldn’t see clearly what was inside—the area was pitch black.
Before Ye Feng and the others could react, several people had already rushed in, clearly having been there before. Seeing others enter, they hesitated no longer and followed suit, flying upward into the darkness above.
“Let’s go in too!” Ye Feng nodded at the others.
The five of them rushed in, and as soon as they stepped into the darkness, they found themselves on solid ground.
Staring at the scene before them, the five were stunned.
“Is this the Blood Sky Secret Realm?” Nian Cangsheng couldn’t help but ask. “It’s completely different from what I imagined.”
Ye Feng and the others shared the same thought. They looked at the deep blue sky, clear without a single cloud. The fresh air, scented with flowers and plants, filled their lungs…
It was a canyon, just like any ordinary canyon—full of jagged rocks and flowing water. Even wild grasses and flowers grew in the cracks, swaying in the wind.
“Maybe it’s just an illusion. It’s better to be cautious,” Ye Feng said, scanning the surroundings. Since nothing seemed amiss, it only made him more alert.
“There’s a smell of blood…” Luo Yan slowly closed his eyes, took a deep breath, then opened them again, his expression serious. “It’s faint, but I can smell it… This place is dangerous.”
“It’s such a strange feeling. I think this space is like a living being…” Jin Wen said something strange.
Ye Feng frowned, trying to figure out what he meant.
“Someone’s moving. Let’s follow them,” Wu Kuang, clearly an impatient person, looked excitedly at the group rushing ahead.
“Alright,” Ye Feng said, leading them after them.
Along the way, everyone remained unharmed—no monsters or traps as expected.
But good times didn’t last long. After about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, the narrow canyon finally came to an end. They arrived in an open area.
“Caw caw…” On the scorching red ground, perched on a black dead tree, a huge black crow stared at them with its eyes wide open, emitting a loud cry.

Soon after, a rustling sound came from all directions. Everyone looked toward the source of the noise, and heads of various sizes appeared. Those eyes were fixed on them, conveying a hungry gaze. “We’ve stumbled into a den of monsters…” someone in the crowd couldn’t help but shout. “This open area is at the outermost edge of the Blood Sky. The monsters here are all at the first-level strength, with a few leaders at the second level. Of course, the treasures in this area come from those monsters’ caves, and whether one can obtain them depends on their own abilities,” said a powerful warrior at the front of the group—a third-level warrior who clearly disdained the treasures here and thus explained how to get them. Those who had hoped to strike it rich suddenly felt frustrated, but there was nothing they could do. “As for those at the second and third levels who want to stay, they may do so. The most remarkable treasure in this area is merely a supreme true treasure,” the man continued. “If you want something better, follow me deeper in.” As he spoke, his gaze swept over all the second- and third-level warriors, including Ye Feng and the others. After saying that, he soared into the sky and vanished quickly. Many in the crowd followed him immediately. But Ye Feng remained unmoved. “Master, aren’t we going?” Luo Yan couldn’t help but ask. “No need to rush. Let’s gather some true treasures first,” Ye Feng replied, shaking his head. He then effortlessly killed a monster beside him, leaving many first-level warriors and those at the Break True realm in awe. “Let’s just look for the caves directly…” Jin Wen suggested a different approach. “Good idea,” Ye Feng nodded.