19/05/2025
Tran Phong was an orphaned teenager living in a remote village, his origins a mystery to all. One fateful day, the village was razed by a horde of strange demonic beasts, and Tran Phong unwittingly awakened a mysterious jade within him, unlocking a gateway to the Six Realmsāparallel worlds brimming with earth-shattering secrets. From a frail nobody, Tran Phong embarked on a path of cultivation, facing demons, deities, and shadowy foes lurking in the dark. The jade was not merely a key to power but also a curse, dragging him into a destined war. Could Tran Phong uncover the truth of his lineage and protect what he holds dear?
"**Chapter 1: The Village in Flames**
Tran Phong awoke as the first rays of dawn peeked over the distant mountains. The gentle morning light bathed Thanh Thuy Village, a tiny hamlet nestled amid lush green forests and endless rice fields. He opened his window, breathing deeply the crisp, clean air, savoring the scent of damp earth and the faint perfume of wildflowers carried on the breeze. This was the place where heād grown up, raised by an old woman who loved him like her own son. Though he knew nothing of his parents, Tran Phong had never felt lonely or unloved. The old woman showered him with care, teaching him the ways of farming and regaling him with fairy tales of gods and mystical demons.
Today, like any other, Tran Phong prepared to work in the fields. Grabbing his hoe, he stepped out of their small wooden house, where the old woman sat weaving bamboo baskets on the porch. āIām off to work, Grandma,ā he called, flashing a warm smile. She looked up, her kind eyes meeting his. āBe careful, Phong. Donāt overdo it,ā she said gently. He nodded and set off, his tall figure gradually disappearing behind rows of vibrant green rice stalks.
All day, Tran Phong toiled under the sun, digging soil, planting rice, and tending to vegetable patches. He was a sturdy young man with jet-black hair and bright, determined eyes. Though farm life was grueling, he remained cheerful, cherishing the peaceful village. As the sun dipped below the horizon, he headed home, carrying a basket of fresh vegetables and a small fish heād caught from the stream. The old woman happily prepared dinner, and the two sat together by the flickering light of an oil lamp, chatting about the dayās small moments.
**A Night of Calamity**
But that night, something shattered the villageās tranquility. As Tran Phong drifted into sleep, he was jolted awake by strange, distant noisesāferocious roars unlike any wild beast heād ever heard. He rushed outside, looking skyward to see an eerie red glow blazing on the horizon. āGrandma, whatās happening?ā he shouted, his voice thick with worry. The old woman, already out of bed, joined him, her face pale. āPhong, it might be demon beasts,ā she said, her voice trembling. āWe have to hide, now!ā
Demon beasts were mythical creatures that lurked in the deep forests, occasionally attacking villages for food. But Thanh Thuy, tucked away in its remote corner, had always been spared their attention. Tran Phong grabbed the old womanās hand, pulling her out of the house as they joined the panicked villagers fleeing toward the forest for cover.
The beasts, however, were too swift. Monstrous creatures with matted black fur, glowing red eyes, and razor-sharp fangs emerged from the shadows, tearing into the village like a whirlwind. Roars echoed, and flames erupted as houses were set ablaze. Villagers screamed, scattering in terror, but many were caught and slaughtered on the spot.
Tran Phong tried to hurry the old woman along, but her frail legs faltered. Suddenly, a beast lunged from the darkness, charging straight at them. In a desperate act, Tran Phong shoved her aside to shield her, but the creature was faster. Its jaws clamped onto her shoulder, blood spraying across the ground. āGrandma!ā he screamed, throwing punches at the beast, but unarmed and outmatched, his blows were futile against the savage monster.
The old woman collapsed, her breaths shallow. āPhongā¦ runā¦ā she whispered, her eyes fading. Refusing to abandon her, Tran Phong scooped her up, struggling to carry her away, but the beast attacked again. In his panic, he stumbled and tumbled down a nearby cliff. He hit the ground hard, his head striking a rock, blood streaming from the wound. The crimson drops fell onto a strange jade pendant he always woreāa teardrop-shaped, emerald-green gem the old woman had given him as a child.
**The Awakening**
Suddenly, the jade erupted in a blinding glow, a radiant green light enveloping Tran Phong. A strange power surged through him, as if an boundless energy was awakening from deep within. The beast charged, but Tran Phong rose, his eyes blazing with an icy green light. He raised his hand, and a beam of energy shot forth, piercing the beastās body and felling it instantly.
Tran Phong stood frozen, unable to comprehend what had just happened. He scrambled back up the cliff, but when he reached the old woman, she had drawn her final breath. Cradling her lifeless body, he wept, his heart shattered. But there was no time to grieve. The village was in ruins, flames and smoke rising into the night, and more beasts were closing in.
Fueled by his newfound power, Tran Phong fought off a few more creatures, but he knew he couldnāt stay. He carried the He buried her beneath a great tree in the forest, whispering a final farewell. Then, with the glowing jade still around his neck, he stepped into the deep woods, uncertain of where the path ahead would lead.
**The End of a Chapter**
Standing amid the ashes of Thanh Thuy Village, Tran Phong realized his life had changed forever. The peaceful village that had been his entire world was now only a memory. The jade around his neck, the mysterious power within him, and the unanswered questions about his past lay ahead, waiting to be unraveled. Taking a deep breath, he walked forward, leaving behind everything he had ever known."
"**Chapter 2: The Gateway to the Six Realms (Continued)**
Having officially become an outer disciple of the Mysterious Heaven Sect, Tran Phong began adapting to the life of a cultivator. Each day, he joined other disciples in training sessions, learning to absorb spiritual energy from nature and strengthen his physique. Though empowered by the Mysterious Jade, he quickly realized he lagged far behind inner disciples like Li Hao. This only fueled his determination, driving him to train alone at night to hone his skills.
**Unveiling the Mysterious Jadeās Power**
One night, while meditating under the moonlight, Tran Phong sensed an odd energy pulsing from the jade. It not only amplified his spiritual force but also seemed to connect him to fleeting visionsāmassive doors shrouded in mist, each etched with ancient runes. He opened the tattered ancient manual heād found in the Herb Valley, studying its faded text more closely. The manual revealed that the Mysterious Jade was not just a key to the Six Realms but also held fragments of memories from its previous owners.
Focusing his mind, Tran Phong followed the manualās instructions, channeling spiritual energy from the jade into his body. Suddenly, a brilliant green light erupted, and he blacked out. In a dream, he stood before a colossal black door, surrounded by swirling dark mist. A deep, resonant voice echoed: āYou are the chosen one, but this power will destroy you if you are not strong enough.ā When he awoke, Tran Phong realized heād been unconscious all night, yet his spiritual energy had surged dramatically.
**The Threat of Li Hao**
Word of Tran Phongās duel with Li Hao in the Herb Valley spread like wildfire through the Mysterious Heaven Sect. Though Tran Phong had emerged victorious, Li Hao refused to accept defeat. Plotting revenge in secret, he suspected the ancient manual Tran Phong carried held vital secrets. One day, Li Hao and a group of inner disciples ambushed Tran Phong on his way back to his quarters.
āWho do you think you are, defying me?ā Li Hao snarled, his hand gripping his swordās hilt. āHand over that manual, or Iāll make your life a living hell.ā
Tran Phong stood his ground, clutching the jade. āIāve told you beforeāyou have no claim to what isnāt yours.ā
Li Hao smirked wickedly, signaling his lackeys to attack. A three-on-one brawl erupted. Outnumbered, Tran Phong relied on his agility and the jadeās power to fight back. He dodged razor-sharp sword strikes, retaliating with bursts of green light. In a final surge, he unleashed a powerful blow, sending all three attackers sprawling. Li Hao clutched his chest, his eyes burning with hatred, but he dared not press further.
āYouāll regret this,ā Li Hao hissed, retreating with his group.
**A Bond with Xiao Yun**
After the incident, Xiao Yunāhis roommateāsought him out, concern etched on her face. āArenāt you afraid of Li Hao? Heās an inner disciple with a powerful family backing him in the sect,ā she said worriedly.
Tran Phong smiled faintly. āI donāt want trouble, but if he pushes me, I wonāt back down.ā
Xiao Yun sighed, handing him a small pouch of medicinal herbs. āThese are healing salves I got from the Herb Valley. Youāre banged upādonāt overdo it.ā
Thanks to Xiao Yunās care, Tran Phong began to see the Mysterious Heaven Sect as more than just a place for cultivationāit was where he could forge true friendships. Xiao Yun shared tales of the sectās legends, mysterious elders, and the enigmatic secrets of the Six Realms known only to a select few. This deepened Tran Phongās curiosity about the jade and his own destiny.
**A New Challenge**
Days later, an announcement from the sect elders echoed through the Mysterious Heaven Sect: āAll outer disciples will participate in a Spirit Beast Hunt to test their abilities. Whoever retrieves the Spirit Core of a Tier-Three Spirit Beast will be promoted to inner disciple.ā
Seizing the opportunity to prove himself and grow, Tran Phong signed up. The hunt took place in a dense forest near the sect, teeming with ferocious Spirit Beasts. He teamed up with Xiao Yun and a few other disciples, though he knew Li Hao wouldnāt miss a chance to sabotage him.
In the forest, Tran Phong faced a Tier-Three Spirit Beastāa massive serpent with glowing scales. It was faster and stronger than any foe heād encountered. After a grueling battle, he unleashed the full might of the jade, firing a green beam that pierced the serpentās tough scales, slaying it. He claimed the Spirit Core but collapsed beside the beastās co**se, utterly drained.
Xiao Yun rushed to his side, helping him up. āAre you insane? A Tier-Three Spirit Beast isnāt something an outer disciple can just take down!ā
Tran Phong managed a weak grin. āI wanted to test my limits.ā
**Chapterās End**
Back at the Mysterious Heaven Sect, Tran Phong submitted the Spirit Core and was officially promoted to inner disciple. Though heād achieved a major milestone, he knew his journey was only beginning. From a distance, Li Hao watched him with a cold, calculating gaze, a harbinger of new troubles. Under the moonlight, Tran Phong pored over the ancient manual, realizing that each step in his cultivation drew him closer to the secrets of the Six Realmsāand the dangers lurking in their shadows."
