A mountain peak, like a sharpened sword, pierced through layers of white clouds and thrust straight into the azure sky.
The mountain was so tall that even cultivators could not see its summit.
Yet at the very base of this magnificent peak stood an enormous stone gate.
Above the gate hung a plaque bearing four characters, strikingly prominent.
Dao Comprehension Grotto-Heaven!!!
At this moment, outside the stone gate of the Dao Comprehension Grotto-Heaven, a figure sat cross-legged.
In the presence of that colossal gate, this person appeared exceedingly small — let alone against the towering mountain itself.
But the spectacle she generated was nothing short of astonishing.
Radiant light filled the sky, forming a bizarre phenomenon, as even the clouds in the void were engulfed by that luminous glow.
This person was the most outstanding disciple of the Sage of Enlightenment — the Celestial Master of Insight.
The Celestial Master of Insight was using a special treasure to arrange this extraordinary formation.
This was a divination ritual.
She was employing her innate gift to perform a prophecy.
Pfft—
But suddenly, the Celestial Master of Insight's expression turned ghastly, and without any warning, she coughed up a mouthful of fresh blood.
The instant that blood was expelled, the sky full of radiant light immediately contracted, and the grand formation began to dissipate.
This sudden turn of events forced the divination ritual, which had already been halfway completed, to come to an abrupt halt.
"Disciple, what happened to you?"
From within the gate came an aged yet powerful voice.
"Master, your disciple is incompetent. I was unable to divine the outcome of the Ancient Spirit Domain."
The Celestial Master of Insight replied.
Her voice was filled with humility and reverence — even a hint of fear.
For the one speaking to her from beyond the gate was none other than the most powerful Spirit World Master in the entire Sacred Light Galaxy — the Sage of Enlightenment.
The Sage of Enlightenment's cultivation was by no means the strongest in the Sacred Light Galaxy.
But his Spirit World arts were the most formidable.
Though the combat power of Spirit World arts could not compare with that of top-tier martial cultivators, the power of Spirit World arts could accomplish things that martial cultivators simply could not.
For precisely this reason, the Sage of Enlightenment held an exceedingly elevated status within the Sacred Light Galaxy.
The Celestial Master of Insight, owing to her divination arts, also enjoyed a considerable reputation throughout the Sacred Light Galaxy.
Yet compared to her Master, she still fell far short.
"Why did this happen?"
The Sage of Enlightenment's voice echoed once more from behind the gate.
"Master, it appears that some force has placed a seal of protection upon it."
"Or rather, a more powerful prophecy has overlaid the Ancient Spirit Domain."
The Celestial Master of Insight answered.
"A more powerful prophecy?"
"Are you saying that someone has already divined the Ancient Spirit Domain?"
The Sage of Enlightenment asked.
"Master, that is very likely the case."
"However, your disciple's abilities are limited, and I cannot be certain."
The Celestial Master of Insight replied.
"Is there truly nothing more you can do?"
The Sage of Enlightenment's voice rang out again.
"Your disciple is incompetent."
The Celestial Master of Insight lowered her head, her helplessness plain to see.
"Very well. Since the prophecy cannot be made, everyone will have to rely on their own abilities."
"Your junior brothers have already gone ahead. It is about time we set out as well."
The Sage of Enlightenment said.
"But Master, your disciple..."
The Celestial Master of Insight hesitated.
"You are worried about that little girl from the Dragon Clan?"
The Sage of Enlightenment asked.
"Your disciple was greedy for treasure and incompetent. Not only did I fail to eliminate them, I exposed my intentions in the process. They will certainly not let this rest."
"It is no matter if I encounter trouble, but I have tarnished Master's reputation. Your disciple is guilty."
The Celestial Master of Insight said.
"Heh..."
The Sage of Enlightenment chuckled lightly, then spoke: "What could they dare do to me?"
"Disciple, do not be afraid."
"You are my disciple, the Sage of Enlightenment. Even though they are of the Dragon Clan, they are nothing more than insignificant figures. How would they dare touch you?"
"I told you to accompany me, so you will accompany me. Go prepare yourself."
The Sage of Enlightenment said.
"As you command."
The Celestial Master of Insight rose to her feet as she spoke, and at last, a smile appeared on her face.