World's Strongest Martial Warrior

Ling Zhong hesitated for a moment before responding, "I'm not sure if the person inside is dead or alive. If they're still alive, the moment they wake up, we could face dire consequences!"    

The enigmatic figure had lain dormant within the immortal stone vein for countless years, yet their body remained unchanged, as though in a deep slumber.    

He had always refrained from letting the Heaven-Cleaving Immortal Sect intervene, fearing that the individual might still be alive.    

"They must have perished by now."    

Peter Parker's eyes gleamed with determination as he declared, "We have to take the risk. Venturing into the tiger's den is the only way to capture its cub. You're aware of the significance the mother stone holds for the Sky-Breaking Immortal Sect."    

"Alright, let's proceed."    

Taking a deep breath, Ling Zhong directed the disciples of the Heaven-Cleaving Immortal Sect to resume the extraction of immortal stones.    

Peter Parker remained, his gaze fixed on the mysterious figure within the immortal stone mine.    

Time marched on, bringing them ever nearer to the dormant figure.    

Suddenly, Peter Parker, who had been vigilantly monitoring the figure, sensed an anomaly. He instinctively looked up and out of the immortal stone vein.    

"What's the matter?"    

Ling Zhong also noticed Peter Parker's sudden shift in demeanor.    

"There are experts heading our way," Peter Parker explained calmly. "They're likely from the Green Mountain Immortal Sect."    

Ling Zhong's face tensed upon hearing this.    

Indeed, the Green Mountain Immortal Sect's arrival was swift.    

"Continue with the mining. I'll confront the Cangshan Immortal Sect's people," Peter Parker instructed before swiftly ascending to the sky above the mine.    

On the distant horizon, several formidable figures soared toward the mine. Leading them was an elderly man clad in yellow, Cang Yuan, a distinguished sixth-grade Golden Immortal elder from the Cangshan Immortal Sect. Accompanying him was Lei Tianchun, the sect master of the Wind Thunder Immortal Sect, with the rest of their party also exuding the powerful presence of Golden Immortals.    

Lei Tianchun gazed at Peter Parker, hovering confidently in the sky, and couldn't resist addressing him in a resonant tone, "Elder Cang Yuan, this is the prodigious talent discovered by the Heaven Breaking Immortal Sect."    

"A first-rank Golden Immortal?"    

Cang Yuan's attention fixed on Peter Parker, his eyes narrowing slightly. "Didn't you mention that this young man was merely at the threshold of Golden Immortal status?"    

Lei Tianchun was taken aback.    

He had failed to discern Peter Parker's energy earlier, but Cang Yuan's observation jolted him with the realization that Peter Parker had indeed ascended to the Golden Immortal Realm!    

"Elder Cang Yuan, indeed, during his confrontation with Cang Shi just days ago, he was at the cusp of becoming a Golden Immortal."    

Lei Tianchun struggled to contain his astonishment.    

He vividly recalled Peter Parker's debut at the gambling match as a mere Ninth Grade Heavenly Immortal.    

It had been just over ten days since the match's conclusion.    

When he sought out Cang Shi at the Green Mountain Immortal Sect to challenge the Sky-Breaking Immortal Sect, Peter Parker's cultivation had already advanced to the precipice of Golden Immortal status.    

Lei Tianchun had assumed Peter Parker was on the brink of such a breakthrough, so he hadn't dwelled on it.    

However...    

In only a matter of days.    

Peter Parker had achieved yet another milestone, progressing from the cusp of Golden Immortality to the rank of a First Grade Golden Immortal.    

The feat was nothing short of extraordinary!    

Cang Yuan's regard for Peter Parker intensified with Lei Tianchun's account.    

Advancing from the brink of Golden Immortality to a first-rank Heavenly Immortal in mere days was unheard of, even to someone of Cang Yuan's seasoned experience.    

Drawing a deep breath, Cang Yuan offered a respectful gesture towards Peter Parker. "I am Cang Yuan of the Cang Shan Immortal Sect. Might I inquire as to your identity?"    

Peter Parker responded coolly, "I am but an unremarkable individual, unworthy of note."    

Cang Yuan's gaze sharpened.    

The talent and prowess of this young man clad in black were such that, within the vast Chaotic Earth Domain, few could likely stand as his equal.    

Cang Yuan found it hard to believe that someone like this could be without a significant background.    

However...    

Despite their apprehension about the black-robed youth's possible connections, the Cangshan Immortal Sect was resolute in acquiring the immortal stone mine.    

Taking a deep breath, Cang Yuan spoke with gravitas, "Must you side with the Sky-Breaking Immortal Sect? I'm not sure what they've offered you, but the Cangshan Immortal Sect is prepared to double their price. Please, stay out of this affair."    

A subtle smirk played on Peter Parker's lips. "And if I refuse?"    

Cang Yuan's expression grew stern. "Then you'll leave us no choice but to be discourteous."    

The Cangshan Immortal Sect was adamant about securing the immortal stone vein.    

Regardless of the enigmatic young man's background, they would not be deterred.    

Feigning contemplation, Peter Parker eventually met Cang Yuan's gaze and proposed, "I'll consider staying out of it. But in return, I want half of the yield from the immortal stone vein!"    

Cang Yuan's spirits lifted.    

From Peter Parker's response, there seemed to be room for negotiation.    

However...    

Cang Yuan couldn't consent to such terms. Shaking his head, he countered, "Your demands are excessive. At most, one-fifth."    

Lei Tianchun had informed him of the millions of immortal stones within the mine. Even a fifth represented an immense wealth.    

Peter Parker shook his head with a mocking tsk. "Didn't you just claim the Cangshan Immortal Sect would pay twice as much? It appears you're tighter-fisted than the Sky-Breaking Immortal Sect."    

Cang Yuan's brow creased. "One-fourth, then. Does that seem fair to you, sir?"    

Peter Parker simply smiled, his silence speaking volumes.    

"Very well. The Green Mountain Immortal Sect will guarantee you half of the immortal stones extracted," Cang Yuan conceded, eager to avoid further conflict with the unyielding Peter Parker.    

To prevent any delays, Cang Yuan chose to accept Peter Parker's demands. His priority was to ensure the Green Mountain Immortal Sect gained control over the immortal stone mine.    

Peter Parker met Cang Yuan's gaze with a serene expression and spoke softly, "I apologize. My initial demand was half of the immortal stone. Unfortunately, you've changed the terms. Now, I require more than half."    

"Are you purposely toying with me?" Cang Yuan's face grew stormy, a chilling glint flashing in his eyes as he stared at Peter Parker.    

The corner of Peter Parker's mouth curved into a faint smirk. "You've hit the nail on the head. I am indeed playing with you. What are you going to do about it?"    

"Good! Good! Good!" Cang Yuan's laughter was tinged with fury. The presence of a sixth-grade Golden Immortal erupted from him in an instant, his icy voice echoing throughout the world. "Young man, don't mistake my earlier courtesy for weakness. If you think my Green Mountain Immortal Sect can be intimidated by you, you're sorely mistaken. If you continue to provoke us, expect no further politeness!"    

As Cang Yuan's declaration ended, a vast expanse of Golden Immortal energy gathered in his palm. Then, with a swift motion, he unleashed the formidable power, shaping it into an enormous mountain that loomed in the air, bearing down on Peter Parker from above.    

*Boom!*    

The space above Peter Parker's head fractured, spiraling into chaos. The full might of a Sixth Grade Golden Immortal's blow was truly a sight to behold, capable of shaking the very foundations of the earth.    

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