Naturally, this breakthrough was only achievable for those below the grandmaster level. After all, breaking through to that level demanded not just accumulation but also a significant qualitative leap.

Regardless, the celestial stones held an irresistible allure for martial artists below the grandmaster level.

Even grandmaster martial artists would envy them. They knew they could exchange celestial stones for other treasures, even if they didn't need them.

It wouldn't be an overstatement to