Chapter 208: Void Beast's Legacy, Paying Respects to the Four Deities

Chapter 208: Void Beast's Legacy, Paying Respects to the Four Deities

Amidst Ji Jingqiu's polite gesture, the little beast, no larger than two fists, was filled with a mix of shame and anger, finally erupting.

Its phoenix feathers stood on end as if stimulated, paying no heed to the esteemed presence on Ji Jingqiu's hand. It was ready to fight him, pecking fiercely with its beak.

But it was currently too weak; its beak's pecking didn't even provide the massage-like force Ji Jingqiu was accustomed to.

"Little rascal," Ji Jingqiu said, tapping the small creature's forehead with his finger.

He carefully inspected it inside and out, confirming that it posed no threat. Its physique was equivalent to an average True Seed Realm cultivator, and it hadn't yet forged a Merit Body as he couldn't sense any traces of Lawful Runes within it.

Whether through the bloodline path or the Federation's acquired Merit Body path, there would usually be traces of Lawful Imprints in the body, without which it would be impossible to rely on the power of the Law in the early stages.

This led Ji Jingqiu to dismiss his speculation that the little beast was a descendant of the Void Beast.

"One of my soul fragments has been annihilated... Has a powerful cultivator capable of annihilating my soul fragment already emerged among this batch of trial participants?"

Having said this, he stood up and left.

At this moment, taking advantage of the chaos in the temple, he concealed himself and made his way to the deepest part.

There, he found an elder with a visage of ancient wisdom and eyes filled with the weight of time. His expression conveyed a deep sorrow for the suffering of all beings, as if the world was a prison.

Ji Jingqiu was speechless, wondering where this pompous speech had come from.

A cold hum echoed.

At this moment...

The next instant...

Then, a series of clattering sounds followed.

It wasn't that he couldn't bear to part with this human; he wanted to get closer to confirm the esteemed presence on Ji Jingqiu's hand.

Most of the remaining origin was devoured by their World Devouring Snake, with only a portion entering this little guy's body.

Even on the Ancient Road, such power couldn't be underestimated.

"Brother, this way for free incense offering. Come and pay your respects."

"Not entering the Forbidden Realm is ultimately a shortcoming. Not everyone can surpass others in the Divine Journey Realm."

Ji Jingqiu returned to his Inner Universe, where the Bodhi Sprout drooped, reporting that a bad woman was stealing its flower fertilizer.

Ji Jingqiu had intended to ask his child about it, but the little guy yawned and fell into a deep sleep.

Speaking of which, ever since Hela's arrival, this Lotus Pond had become increasingly sacred without any external intervention. Was it due to Hela's influence? It was like soaking a kingly ginseng in water, infusing it with medicinal properties.

...

This time, the absorbed origin was too rich for the unborn creature, overwhelming it. It needed to sleep to transform the origin into its own.

Unexpectedly, the opponent's strength was formidable, especially the leaders, who were all at the apex of the Archduke level. On the battlefield, they were like sharp blades, rampaging without fear, with few able to withstand them in a single exchange.

Ji Jingqiu held the little beast in one hand, pondering its unexpected appearance here, which was clearly not a coincidence.

But instead of letting them leave, he restrained them all.

...

"..."

"Whose side is their ritual attracting?" Ji Jingqiu asked.

His expression brightened, and he strode forward, examining the Spirit Mechanisms. Almost all were Upper Rank Spirit Mechanisms, and among them were even two Nine Foot Nine!

He turned to greet the next cultivator, not noticing that the incense had burned extremely fast, almost reaching its end in an instant.

Across the pond, Hela spoke with languid eyes,

This wasn't just about their lineage's highest legacy and welcoming the future emperor; it was also about revenge!

Ji Jingqiu accepted them all into his Inner Universe without resistance, even if he didn't need them, he could bestow them upon those close to him.

It was the World Devouring Snake's egg on Ji Jingqiu's hand that was summoning him, to be precise.

He also grew more fond of this little guy.

Hela's so-called 'demon deity'?

Oh well, no harm done.

This was a legacy of origin, the lingering will of a long-dead Void Beast, infusing the remaining origin from its remains into the World Devouring Snake.

With no strong cultivators from the Four Divine Church to restrain them, they quickly gained the upper hand.

He could only release the little beast, which immediately distanced itself from the boundary-less human upon landing. But when the distance grew too great, it hesitated.

Although it was ugly, it had good taste!

He looked up, "You can't trap me for long. The Dark Sea will soon overturn this place, and you'll be the first to die!"

...

The atmosphere around the Lotus Pond became increasingly extraordinary, likely to transform into an Eight Treasures Merit Pool in the future.

Someone noticed the anomaly, but the next second, it disappeared, leaving them wondering if they had imagined it.

Hearing the truth about these people, many felt relieved, thinking they had found the answer.

Does this count as... foot bath water?

Ji Jingqiu nodded, realizing it was a demon...

After collecting the Spirit Mechanisms, he continued his treasure hunt, guided by Hela. He found several life-origin-enhancing elixirs and consumed them without delay, refining their power. He prepared to break through to the second layer of the Divine Treasury right here! He surveyed his surroundings, feeling deeply moved.

Void Beasts, born and nurtured by heaven and earth, could manifest Dao rules without issue. They inherently possessed a complete legacy imprint.

For Ji Jingqiu, who had forged a Formless Dao Body, this was an easy task.

Even if this child fled beyond the Ancient Road, it would still find him!

A Formless Dao Body stood there, seemingly empty and profound, like a high existence overlooking the Thirty-Three Heavens.

As Ji Jingqiu approached, the figure seemed to gaze deeply at him, sighing softly. Without further interaction, it dissipated into a shower of light, enveloping Ji Jingqiu.

Intrigued, he didn't leave immediately. Instead, he found a vantage point to observe. If the opponent fell into a disadvantage, he would intervene.

And soon after he left...

"By the way, have you heard? The one who failed to break through in the Beast Sea also entered the Ancient Road."

Ji Jingqiu was relieved that he still had some personality charm. Even a newly met little beast was hesitant about following him.

Ji Jingqiu comforted it with a few words, assuring it that he would let it have a good meal in the future.

[Hurry up and break through. According to my speculation, if you are dazzling enough, the will of the Ancient Road will favor you. You will then enter the first sequence and face your strongest enemy in this life.

As the face on the sky faded away, it remained silent from beginning to end.

Before leaving, Ji Jingqiu glanced at the little beast enjoying itself by his feet.

The inner world was in ruins, with only a corner remaining. At its center was a broken bone, emitting a dazzling light, forming a vague silhouette.

Ji Jingqiu pondered for a long time, intending to stand up, but a bolt of thunderous lightning transformed into a spear, piercing through the heavens and pinning itself before him.

Upon reaching the entrance of the temple, Ji Jingqiu was warmly welcomed by the followers of the Four Divine Church, making him feel pleasantly surprised. He never expected to be so well-received even after changing his appearance.

"Beast Sea! These guys are from the Beast Sea, the dominant force in Yan Fu Zhou!" someone whispered.

Seeing that the World Devouring Snake still needed time to receive the inheritance, Ji Jingqiu immersed his mind into his inner world.

This was the inheritance of the Void Beast, and although Ji Jingqiu could only access a portion of it, it still allowed him to improve his physique, akin to undergoing a transformation.

Ji Jingqiu followed the crowd into Heaven Awakening City.

Hanging upside down in mid-air, the little beast continued to struggle, its huffy appearance quite adorable. Its spirit was exceptionally strong.

"How's it going?" Ji Jingqiu inquired about the progress. He took a step forward, sat by the pool's edge, and stirred the water with his hand. The pool's coolness brought a sense of tranquility to his mind.

Wait a moment!

From this angle, it's not just foot-washing water, but also wine-brewing... or bathwater?

Before leaving, Ji Jingqiu patted the little beast's head and asked, "Do you want to come with me?"

A follower inserted an incense stick into the incense burner, feeling delighted. With this additional merit, they were one step closer to the Divine Nation of the Venerated Deity.

At this moment, Ji Jingqiu seemed to hear Hela's soft laughter.

Having witnessed Weber and Klarsu's experiences, Ji Jingqiu slightly altered his physique and appearance to prevent anyone from recognizing him within the Four Divine Church.

...

The World Devouring Snake's inheritance was nearing its conclusion.

After being nourished by Ji Jingqiu's universe-annihilation intent for some time and receiving this primordial inheritance, the snake's source could not only be fully replenished but also had the potential to reach a higher level.

Midway through the battle, a rebellion erupted within the Four Divine Church. More than half of its members turned against them, attacking their own with even greater ferocity than their opponents.

【Just like the so-called deities in your Federation. Your Federation's Divine Path is but a step away from the Evil Path. I eagerly await the day when your Federation's deities succumb to corruption.】

Before falling asleep, the little beast specifically informed Ji Jingqiu that upon waking up, it would be born. It asked for his protection, promising to help him defeat all opponents on the Ancient Road, leaving only the third name on the Ten Thousand Year Monument.

Ji Jingqiu observed the scene from above, marveling at the Four Divine Church's overwhelming disadvantage. Only then did he leave with peace of mind, hurrying to Heaven Awakening City to seek treasures.

It was unknown how many warriors the Four Divine Church had mobilized and how long they had searched to gather so many Upper Rank Spirit Mechanisms.

The little beast's lively eyes revealed hesitation as it stared at Ji Jingqiu's hand.

Ji Jingqiu had already learned the method to enter the treasury from Klarsu and Weber.

...

Ji Jingqiu had a plan in mind. After completing this task, he could return and refine the inheritance.

"It's hard to say. Anything can happen on the Ancient Road. There might be a chance for rebirth after destruction..."

On the mountain peak, a figure opened its eyes and muttered, "You and I are two sides of the same coin. If you can't kill me, you'll have to rely on those juniors to do it. But I've learned from eternity—how can they possibly defeat me in the same realm? Release me sooner, for I am the final inheritor of the Heaven Sovereign Universe!"

Inside the temple stood four statues of the Four Demons, the first time Ji Jingqiu had seen them. It was nearly impossible to find such a complete set within the Federation, as these were forbidden images not allowed to exist.

Taking advantage of the chaos, Ji Jingqiu silently made his way deeper into the temple to search for treasures.

The four statues trembled slightly.

These were heavenly treasures, opportunities for creation, and the virtuous would dwell here? As Ji Jingqiu strolled through the treasury, he was overwhelmed by the abundance of treasures. He went straight to the deepest part and immediately spotted seven or eight strands of Heaven Earth Spirit Kernels fixed in place by secret techniques.

Ji Jingqiu spent half a day exploring Heaven Awakening City, gaining a general understanding of the surrounding terrain. After this reconnaissance, he proceeded directly to his objective.

It was only when he noticed the followers' equal enthusiasm towards all warriors that Ji Jingqiu realized something.

Ji Jingqiu was about to study it further when he suddenly felt his own little beast urging him.

How evil! As if seeing through his thoughts, Hela's voice echoed softly:

"There used to be, but they failed to break through outside the Ancient Road. After entering, I heard that some of them broke through to the Near Forbidden level, but no young Supreme had entered the Forbidden Sequence."

"What? If they failed to break through, wouldn't they be half-crippled? And they still entered the Ancient Road, hoping to reverse their fate?"

After clearing out the Four Divine Church's warriors, the top experts from the Beast Sea gathered, their expressions still grave. They discussed briefly before dispersing, seemingly searching for something.

Ji Jingqiu pondered, sensing the original owner's intent. The little beast would feast on the meat, and he would have a sip of the soup.

Deep within the Ancient Road.

Ji Jingqiu paused, thinking it probably had nothing to do with him.

The architecture of Heaven Awakening City leaned towards a modern style. The Four Divine Church's main base was a temple located in the city center, open to all warriors for worship.

【The term 'Demon Deity' refers to a fallen deity trapped in chaos and ignorance, corrupted by divine authority, whose will is bound by its followers, resulting in the loss of autonomy.

For many powerful beings, the ability to perceive the essence of the Void Beast is a significant benefit.

This time, it received a crucial inheritance, about to embark on a path of bloodline purification, preparing for a rebirth and a new beginning, ready to face all old enemies and friends with a fresh appearance. It yawned, its eyes heavy with sleep, but it persisted, not immediately falling asleep, and carefully observed Ji Jingqiu, memorizing his appearance and aura.

Ji Jingqiu, who had walked to the side hall, suddenly heard Hela's suppressed laughter deep within his mind, with the mocking intent unconcealed.

Even as he entered the treasure trove, Ji Jingqiu couldn't help but feel incredulous, thinking that this treasure-hunting journey had been too smooth.

As he pondered, he heard a loud commotion behind him. Turning back, he saw that one of the divine statues had developed a slender fracture, and countless followers swarmed forward, shouting loudly and creating chaos.

Indeed, they had not taken the wrong path!

It seemed that this little beast was indeed a descendant of the Void Beast lineage, but the extent of its bloodline dilution was unknown, as it didn't even possess any innate lawful runes...

"Shh, even if they're inferior, crushing them would be a simple task."

...

[Your current physique only requires a little external force, and you can attempt to break through to the second layer of the physical body divine treasure.]



The little beast, standing by, looked on eagerly, as if it had received some sort of signal. It happily approached and nestled at Ji Jingqiu's feet, enjoying the shower of light.

Breakthroughs require a quiet and secure environment, and this place is suitable, an ideal location for seclusion. Not only is there someone guarding outside, but the surrounding materials are also readily available.

It hadn't expected to not only find the remains of a senior unexpectedly but also encounter an unborn lord!

The first generation of Void Beasts were innately bred, but they could reproduce, and their bloodlines would gradually dilute, occasionally exhibiting atavism.

This mysterious force had thoroughly purged the followers of the Four Divine Church, leaving only a few loose cultivators who had defected and made significant contributions.

Behind the thunder, a face seemed to emerge, cold and merciless, like an inscrutable divine will.

The followers on the other side continued their enthusiastic hospitality, leaving Ji Jingqiu in awe.

Since entering the Nine Provinces, he hadn't seen the Supreme Buddha, and he missed it.

After a long wait without a response, the little beast glanced at him with a sidelong look, wanting to ask, "Do you deserve it?"

However, it also knew that this guy had been chosen by that destined great being and was destined to become their honored guest. The best outcome was that one night, they would bag him and give him a sound beating.

As he absorbed them all, this number had already equaled the record in the Federation's history.

Ji Jingqiu suddenly fixed his gaze on the black-tailed snake swimming back and forth in the pool, lost in thought.

Ji Jingqiu handed the incense to a believer, who helped him insert it into the incense burner. He then used the opportunity to look around, heading towards the side hall of the temple.

He wanted to see how La Jiang was doing with his dog training.

It had been a long time since he had seen the Supreme Buddha. The Bodhi sprout had not seen fertilizer in a long time. It was rare to have fertilizer delivered to his door, but it had been snatched by a bad woman.

"The top warriors in the Beast Sea don't seem to have any taboos?"

"No wonder they attacked this place. As warriors of the Beast Sea, they all have some Void Beast bloodline, so they can't just watch as their ancestor's remains fall into the hands of others."

...

After paying his respects.

Upon leaving the inner universe of the Void Beast, Ji Jingqiu discovered that outside, followers of the Four Divine Church were fighting with another group.

This was probably related to the Void Beast in some way, perhaps a descendant of its lineage?

Should he tell them or not? This little thing was quite unique. Whether it was the phoenix head, butterfly wings, or lion body, each part was sacred, beautiful, and even majestic when viewed individually. But when combined, there was a sense of strangeness, as if they didn't quite fit together.

Before leaving, he glanced at the pitch-black little fish in the pool, knowing that it was the previous maleficent entity. He wondered what Hela had done to transform it into a small fish in the pool.

If he guessed correctly, the loose cultivators who had defected were probably forced by the Four Divine Church to help with the excavation.

The Beast Sea of Yan Fu Zhou was established by the Void Beast as a dominant force.

Ji Jingqiu nodded, preparing to seek opportunities in Heavenly Awakening City.

For these followers, the entry of Nine Provinces' cultivators into this place and becoming believers of the Venerated Deity was an invisible "achievement."

A towering black peak stood in the universe, its rocks arranged in a disorderly manner, and not a trace of life could be seen on its surface. Occasionally, black mist would drift by, and at other times, dark red blood would flow down.

Several days later...

Ji Jingqiu's gaze fixed on the fourth divine statue, and although he had expected it, he couldn't help but sigh inwardly, unable to match this face with any of the images in the Federation's textbooks.

Ji Jingqiu thought to himself that according to this standard, the Supreme Buddha was a typical demon deity.

Out of politeness, Ji Jingqiu accepted an incense stick, hesitated for a moment, took a step back, and bowed to all four divine statues, letting the incense smoke waft over them.

Outside the treasure trove, the temple was in chaos.

Nearby, a graceful snake tail gently stirred the pool water. Hela sat alone by the lotus pond, and in the pool, a small black fish struggled, but it was helpless, caught in the water stirred up by Hela. A dead fish nearby stared at it with greedy eyes, almost drooling.

[Why are you worrying about so much? Just kill them all.]



A faint crackling sound suddenly echoed.

As Ji Jingqiu's thoughts wandered, Hela's cold laughter rang out: [This is just a fragment of a demon deity's soul, attached to the previous physical body. It doesn't have any important information. Its true body is probably suppressed deep in the Ancient Road. Those you encountered before were probably released by it.]



Ji Jingqiu shook his head, lamenting the decline of morality, and walked straight into the temple.

With the two Nine Foot Nine Spirit Kernels he had just obtained, he now had a total of four, in addition to the three he had already refined, making seven in total.

The upper echelons of the Four Divine Church were thoroughly alarmed. The divine statue cracking was an ominous sign! "What happened? Why did the divine statue crack?"

"Where is the person on duty today?!"

"Where are the Divine Sons? Where did they go?!"

The first day of a healthy routine.

Check another flag, and I'll update before 10 PM tomorrow...

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