Chapter 1384: Chapter 1384: Nine Realms Poison Tower

Since Lu Tianwen appeared, not many people have arrived at the square, which shows that the Heavenly Rank Meridian Refining Masters of the Tenglong Continent have basically gathered here.

It is worth mentioning that this time, both Xuanyin Hall and Wuyan Palace did not send anyone to participate in the Meridian Refining Conference, which made Qian Sanyuan and Qingmu Wu feel a bit strange.

For instance, Xuanyin Hall’s chief Meridian Refining Master, the Vice Hall Master Lian Yuluo, has Meridian Refining Techniques definitely not inferior to Qian Sanyuan, and the Meridian Refining Master Association had sent an invitation letter.

However, as the other party didn’t come, separated by mountains and rivers, even if we wanted to understand the reasons, it’s impossible now, so these doubts could only be forcibly suppressed by Qian Sanyuan and others.

Clang!

The sound of a melodious bell rang from somewhere, gradually quieting the noisy discussions around the square, and then Vice President Qian Sanyuan of the Meridian Refining Master Association stood up from his chair.

"Ladies and gentlemen!"

Qian Sanyuan raised his right hand and began his opening remarks, saying, "First of all, welcome everyone to Lianyun Mountain to participate in this ten-year Meridian Refining Conference!"

"I believe everyone already knows me, so I won’t drag things out. The rules of this Meridian Refining Conference are the same as before, divided into two rounds!"

Qian Sanyuan spoke fluently, getting straight to the point after just a few words. However, while some people understood the so-called two rounds, someone like Yun Xiao was completely unaware.

"Of course, the competitions for the Medical Vein and Poison Meridian paths are naturally different. Here, I must remind all Poison Vein Masters that the contest of Poison Meridian Skill may involve mortal danger. If you have concerns, please withdraw early!"

The Vice President of the Meridian Refining Master Guild, though he himself is a Medical Pulse Master, clearly has an understanding of the Poison Meridian Path, hence his early warning of the dangers in the Poison Meridian Skill competition.

As Qian Sanyuan said, the Medical Vein and Poison Meridian paths are completely different and cannot be compared. If the Medical Vein Path aims to cure and save people, the Poison Meridian Path is more about poisoning and harming.

Conceptually, they are completely different, even opposite, yet they are both included in the Meridian Refining Master system. Comparatively, the Medical Vein Path isn’t too dangerous, but the Poison Meridian Path can end in death from a slight mistake.

Moreover, those present are all Heavenly Rank Low Level Poison Vein Masters, and the toxins they wield are varied and bizarre, sometimes even difficult for themselves to resolve.

Even if one admits defeat and the opponent neutralizes the poison in time, it is quite possible to survive but be left with extremely severe aftereffects.

"Vice President Qian’s words are laughably naive. Since everyone is here, who would want to retreat?"

Who knew that Qian’s symbolic reminder would draw a cold laugh from Lu Tianwen, the Vice President of Spirit Fighting Commerce. As soon as these words were spoken, many disciples and Deacon Elders of Lianyun Mountain glared at him angrily.

Originally, when Spirit Fighting Commerce kicked Yun Xiao when he was down on Impermanence Island, members of Lianyun Mountain were deeply resentful. Now, with Lu Tianwen directly mocking Vice Chairman, how could they not be angry?

Yet Lu Tianwen’s words were undeniable, as every Meridian Refining Conference’s rules are similar. As he said, these Poison Vein Masters who dared to come must have been fully prepared.

Even if someone backs off at the last minute, they would become a laughingstock in the Meridian Refining Realm of the Tenglong Continent, unable to lift their heads before other Heavenly Rank Meridian Refining Masters.

Every Poison Vein Master who has cultivated their skill to the Heavenly Rank level has an extremely resilient temperament. The cultivation of the Poison Meridian Path is inherently perilous, as lifetime dealings with various poisons are undertaken.

Not to mention these Heavenly Rank Poison Vein Masters, just think of Elder Fu Du from Jade Pot Sect of Hidden Dragon Continent; without Yun Xiao, he may have died when refining the Three-legged Ice Crystal Toad.

Desiring great power entails taking risks, especially since the attack power of Poison Vein Masters is acquired through long-term accumulation.

"Since no one has objections, let’s begin!"

Qian Sanyuan was steadier than ordinary Elders. Though he had no goodwill toward Spirit Fighting Commerce, this was Lianyun Mountain’s territory, and he had to maintain a certain decorum.

Whish!

After Qian Sanyuan finished speaking, he nodded lightly towards the Dean of Sky Poison Institute, Qingmu Wu, and a ray of light shot from Qingmu Wu’s hand. It increased in size while flying and transformed into a gigantic tower.

Instantly, on the west side of this huge square stood a towering structure hundreds of meters high, with nine layers, emanating a terrifying and oppressive aura, which shocked many onlookers.

"What is that? A Space Artifact?"

Seeing that hundred-zhang high tower, Yun Xiao’s mind stirred. With his knowledge, he vaguely sensed something. At that moment, he murmured.

"It seems that these powerful factions of the Tenglong Continent must have an inseparable connection with the Nine-layered Dragon Cloud!"

In his previous life, Yun Xiao was the Long Xiao Battle God of the Nine-layered Dragon Cloud. His insight and vision far surpassed those cultivators of the Tenglong Continent. After a brief sense, he knew that the hundred-zhang high tower must be a special space artifact.

A space artifact can only be refined by artifact refiners who have reached the Holy Rank level because only those at the Holy Rank can control the power of space. At least, Heavenly Rank artifact refiners absolutely cannot forge a space artifact.

For example, the Demon Realm of the Demons Mountain or the Refining Treasure Hall Yun Xiao had once entered are all special space artifacts. They don’t look very large from the outside, but they have vast space inside.

"That is our Sky Poison Institute’s unique space artifact, the ’Nine Realms Poison Tower’!"

Seeming to see the doubt in Yun Xiao’s eyes, Liu Hanyi softly explained. Since the hundred-zhang high tower was summoned by Qingmu Wu, she was unsurprisingly familiar with it.

"The Nine Realms Poison Tower!"

Upon hearing, Yun Xiao slightly nodded. With his knowledge, just hearing the name, he already understood somewhat about the hundred-zhang high tower. Since it’s called "Nine Realms," each layer is likely an independent space.

"The Nine Realms Poison Tower is divided into nine major spaces, each with vastly different poisonous substances. Entering the tower is our first round of the contest!"

Liu Hanyi spoke softly. Now she knew Yun Xiao would also participate in the contest of Poison Meridian Skill, so she used "we." However, with her Immortal Poison Body constitution, mere poisonous substances shouldn’t trouble her.

"This tower is named Nine Realms Poison Tower, divided into nine layers. Under my control, the poisonous substances on each layer have reached the level of Heavenly Rank Low Level. This is your first round of the contest!"

The Dean of Sky Poison Institute, Qingmu Wu, coldly spoke. It seems this so-called Nine Realms Poison Tower has been refined by him, and he can even change the poisonous substances on each layer at will. 𝐟𝚛𝕖𝚎𝕨𝗲𝐛𝚗𝐨𝐯𝐞𝕝.𝐜𝗼𝗺

"Next, all participating Poison Vein Masters will be randomly assigned to one of the nine tower floors. The five who persist the longest will enter the next round, the final round!"

The rules are simple. Qingmu Wu was straightforward, and hearing this, many Heavenly Rank Low Level Poison Vein Masters slightly nodded, inwardly agreeing that experiencing poisonous tests as a Poison Vein Master is reasonable.

Although no one knows what poisonous substances are inside the Nine Realms Poison Tower, it’s believed Qingmu Wu wouldn’t play tricks by including Heavenly Rank Intermediate level substances when he stated it’s of low level.

Even Lu Tianwen, Vice Chairman of the Spirit Fighting Commerce, didn’t raise doubts. He believed such self-destructive, secret manipulation couldn’t be done by the proud members of the Meridian Refining Master Association.

Swish... Swish... Swish...

With a wave of Qingmu Wu’s right hand, dozens of green lights shot toward the many Poison Vein Masters. However, for these Poison Vein Masters with strong power of soul, there was no panic. Instead, they extended their hands to grasp the green light.

It’s noteworthy that when Liu Hanyi reached out to grab a green light, Yun Xiao also caught one. Upon touching it, they found out it was a green warm jade emitting a special aura.

"Huh? Is Yun Xiao going to participate in the contest of Poison Meridian Skill?"

Seeing Yun Xiao also grasp a green light, spectators like Nie Xiaosheng realized a fact. After all, the green lights summoned by Qingmu Wu were targeting Poison Vein Masters like Lu Tianwen and Song Qiuchan.

In the subconscious of these spectator cultivators, since Yun Xiao chose the Poison Meridian Path, they feared they wouldn’t witness his brilliant Medical Pulse Technique. At this moment, Qingmu Wu spoke again.

"The jade in your hands is the Nine Realms Poison Jade, which I specifically made. It has two functions!"

Qingmu Wu glanced at the many Poison Vein Masters and continued: "The white light spots on it represent each Poison Vein Master entering the Nine Realms Poison Tower. Every time a light spot disappears, it means one person couldn’t persist and exited the tower!"

"The second function is for preservation of life. If you realize you can’t hold on, you can break this Poison Jade, and I will sense it, transporting you out of the tower!"

These words from Qingmu Wu clearly explained the functions of the so-called Nine Realms Poison Jade, allowing the many Poison Vein Masters entering the tower to understand their position.

Of course, the most critical function is perhaps the second one. After all, with so many poisonous substances in the tower, no one can guarantee they would truly return unharmed.

When it comes to such crucial moments, this Nine Realms Poison Jade is a lifesaving tool. Facing life and death, perhaps many would choose to first ensure their own survival, wouldn’t they?