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Chapter 322: [Spirit Beast Secret Realm]
Chapter 322: [Spirit Beast Secret Realm]
The radiance of the array pattern light screen had faded to an extreme, yet Song Chi immediately recognized it.
The reason was simple: in his previous life, he had been an avid reader of immortal cultivation novels, and had long since visualized the Sect Protection Array and Spirit Gathering Array countless times. Thus, he instinctively blurted out the recognition.
His gaze swept over the dim light screen ahead. Song Chi noticed that, compared to the energy shield on the surface of the Flame Torch Warship, this array pattern light screen formed a hemispherical shape, relying on the array bases etched into the ground. It had been guarding the unknown space inside for ten thousand years.
Even in its current state of extreme dimness, he could still feel the overwhelming pressure emanating from it.
He hadn't noticed it earlier because the array pattern light screen was in a concealed state. Only after being activated by the Void Shadow Killer Puppets did the indescribable pressure begin to spread.
Even with the [Immortal Realm Five Elements Celestial Energy Shield] and [Neutron Star Core Armor] isolating the pressure, Song Chi still felt his body become two times heavier inside the warship.
Now that his Guiding Technique had reached the Third Rank, the two times gravity could be ignored, but the key was never the gravity itself. The real focus was on the array pattern light screen itself.
Just a wisp of the pressure radiating from it could penetrate the dual silver energy shield and red hull armor, both reinforced to the Fifth Rank. This meant that the true rank of the array pattern light screen ahead was at least the Sixth Rank.
And this was after it had been significantly weakened. One could only imagine how terrifying the rank of this unknown array must have been at its peak.
Recalling all the Void Shadow Killer Puppets, Song Chi activated the main and secondary cannons on the Sky Dome.
Whether his concerns were overblown or if this unknown array was truly formidable, a test would reveal the truth.
Sword light shadows, electromagnetic thunderballs, soul-annihilating beams—various attacks hit the dim hemispherical light screen, causing ripples of varying intensity.
But even these attacks, each with Fifth Rank power, did little damage to the array pattern light screen. The already extremely dim light screen showed no signs of collapsing.
Song Chi could only barely determine some basic conjectures from the subtle changes in the light.
"Currently, it's clear that attacks can weaken the power of the array pattern light screen, but the effect is minimal, requiring a prolonged period of attrition..."
"Secondly, this array pattern light screen has at least a peak Sixth Rank energy level. The [Shadow Demon Cannon] can accelerate its weakening process."
While pondering, the Sky Dome's attacks did not cease. Something guarded by an array pattern of such rank could not be simple.
According to family records, the Dustless Sect ruins had produced silver artifacts before, and that was just what was known. There might be even higher-ranked artifacts hidden within.
At the bow of the ship, the two main cannons were continuously gathering radiance. Suddenly, Song Chi's eyes flickered as the radar map showed multiple warships heading toward the Dustless Sect ruins.
His thoughts raced as he considered whether to continue.
After a long while, he stopped the attack and turned the warship toward the area where the red artifact had been detected.
Behind him, as the Sky Dome ceased its attack, the dim array pattern light screen persisted for about ten seconds before vanishing into the void, as if it had never appeared.
Witnessing this, Song Chi's eyes revealed a look of confirmation, with no surprise.
He had already guessed that the array pattern likely had a concealment feature. Otherwise, no matter how strong its protection, it would have been impossible for it to remain intact after numerous explorations by various forces of the Morning Star Principality over the years.
Since the separation from the Immortal Continent, countless years had passed. Due to the lack of maintenance, the power of all array pattern light screens had diminished to a fraction of their original strength. It wouldn't be too difficult to completely erode their remaining power through combined efforts.
Thus, the array pattern must have a special concealment ability to have survived until now.
As for the Void Shadow Killer Puppets, they likely detected and triggered the array pattern light screen due to their proficiency in spatial powers.
Without the array pattern light screen's obstruction, the Sky Dome encountered no further unexpected issues. Song Chi quickly collected the red artifact detected by the [Spirit Eye Gaze].
Unfortunately, it could not be converted into a ship component and would have to be placed in the oddity exchange shop.
After securing the red artifact, Song Chi did not activate the [Mirage Dragon Transformation Pearl]. He could detect the movements of the other warships through the radar, and they would have already discovered the Sky Dome's presence. Activating the "Phantom" feature now would feel like trying to steal a bell while covering one's ears.
Time passed, and it was several hours later when four cruisers appeared in Song Chi's line of sight.
"Lu Yuankong and Lu Chuan of the Jinjiao Lu Clan, and two direct lineage members of the Shinpu Li Clan... It's them..."
Recognizing their identities, Song Chi felt a mix of surprise and understanding.
After all, it had long been rumored that the Shinpu Li Clan was supported by the Jinjiao Lu Clan. Now, it seemed that the rumor was likely true.
"But why did they join forces to come to the Dustless Sect ruins? Such a clear collaboration suggests they have a specific goal!"
As he pondered, the Sky Dome received a series of communication requests. Once the connection was established, four holographic projections appeared before Song Chi.
Before he could speak, Lu Yuankong of the Jinjiao Lu Clan's voice came first:
"Song Chi? I've heard many rumors about you lately. I didn't expect our first meeting to be here!"
Song Chi nodded, smiling and greeting the four of them.
On the other side, Lu Yuankong and Lu Chuan exchanged glances, and after a private discussion, they decided to speak directly:
"Our goal this time is the [Spirit Beast Secret Realm] of the Dustless Sect. This secret realm was discovered by an uncle of our Lu family during the last opening. Brother Song Chi, are you interested in exploring it together?"
According to the uncle in the clan, the [Spirit Beast Secret Realm] is a primordial secret realm, containing many Fifth and Sixth Rank entities, making it extremely dangerous. Otherwise, they wouldn't have called in the two direct lineage members of the Shinpu Li Clan.
Moreover, they didn't know when Song Chi would leave. Rather than dragging things out, it was better to be direct. Otherwise, half a year wouldn't be enough to wait for the next weakening period of the floating land fragment's shield.
Based on this consideration, they directly invited Song Chi.
Upon hearing this, Song Chi indeed became quite interested.
The Song Clan's records of the floating land fragment did not mention the [Spirit Beast Secret Realm]. According to the other party, it was only discovered during the previous opening.
The existence of a primordial-level secret realm within the floating land fragment was something of immense value, and Song Chi naturally wouldn't reject it. The key was that he could enter and exit the floating land fragment indefinitely, provided he figured out the location of the secret realm. This would allow him to continuously explore it in the future.
Seeing Song Chi nod in agreement, Lu Yuankong quickly sent over an attribute diagram.
Verbal Spirit Contract lv50
Quality: Orange
Properties: Verbal Spirit Confidentiality
...
After reading the attribute panel, Song Chi understood that this was an extremely rare component for confidentiality agreements. It could draft a special verbal spirit contract, ensuring that all parties who signed it would keep the designated information confidential during the contract's effective period.
The verbal spirit confidentiality agreement drafted by Lu Yuankong was straightforward, with just a short sentence:
"Do not disclose the existence of the [Spirit Beast Secret Realm] in any way!"
"Contract Duration: One Thousand Years"
At first glance, Song Chi was quite surprised. After all, such components were extremely rare. However, he didn't have much aversion to the confidentiality agreement. Not being able to disclose the information didn't conflict with his plans to explore the secret realm on his own.
Once Song Chi formally signed his name on the verbal spirit confidentiality agreement, it took effect. Lu Yuankong then put his mind at ease and led the group of five warships swiftly toward the designated area.
"Fortunately, it's not the region where the array pattern light curtain is located..."
Seeing that the area they were heading to was different from the one with the array pattern light curtain, Song Chi subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief.
The five cruisers moved slowly, and after two days, they finally reached their destination. It was still within the vast range of the Dust Departure Sect's ruins, spanning a hundred thousand kilometers. However, compared to the area where the array pattern light curtain was located, this region was more central, while the array pattern light curtain was relatively further back.
"This is the place. The secret realm entrance is within a special array pattern, but my warship has a special component that can handle this. However, I must emphasize one thing..."
"The 'Spirit Beast Secret realm' is vast, with at least a dozen sixth-rank beast clans and many more fifth-rank ones. Therefore, once we enter, do not stray from the group. Moving together as a team of five is the safest approach!"
After everyone agreed, Lu Yuankong activated the special component on his warship. A red light shot out from his warship and soon disappeared into the void ahead. A vortex tunnel, several hundred meters in diameter, quickly formed.
Seeing this, the two Lu family members took the lead, rushing into the vortex. The three cruisers, including the Sky Dome, followed closely behind.
Of course, Song Chi sent the Void Shadow Assassin Puppet ahead to scout the area, only activating the engine once he confirmed there was no danger.
After a violent spatial shift, the five warships appeared in a completely new world.
Compared to the outside, where there were numerous traces of laws, this new space was a world entirely different. It was free from the omnipresent and potentially explosive traces of laws, instead filled with various manifested primordial laws.
In this world, everyone's speed of comprehending laws increased significantly.
The two direct descendants of the Shinpu Li Clan were visibly shocked and excited. The nearly fully manifested primordial laws made them feel as if the laws they had comprehended were rejoicing. If they wanted to, they could comprehend laws at several times their usual speed.
On the other hand, Song Chi, Lu Chuan, and Lu Yuankong showed no excitement. Instead, they controlled their divine mind state, trying to avoid paying attention to the manifested primordial laws around them.
Clearly, their current comprehension of laws had not yet integrated into the Star Sea laws. If they casually comprehended the incomplete secret realm laws, it would take several times longer to re-integrate them.
The two direct descendants of the Shinpu Li Clan noticed this and their excitement quickly faded, turning into frustration and sighs.
They knew that both the Dinghai Song Clan and the Jinjiao Lu Clan had their own unique primordial secret realms, so they weren't particularly interested in the [Spirit Beast Secret Realm].
Realizing this, the two couldn't help but marvel at the terrifying resources and background of the two clans. In comparison, the Shinpu Li Clan was far behind.
As they were lost in thought, Lu Yuankong quickly said:
"Don't waste time. Let's head straight to the destination!"
With that, he and Lu Chuan's warships moved in a specific direction.
Seeing this, the three behind exchanged glances and decided to follow. Although Lu Yuankong and Lu Chuan hadn't explained their specific destination, acting together was the safest approach. Besides, they were still unfamiliar with the [Spirit Beast Secret Realm] and would rather follow the two for now.
Lu Yuankong and Lu Chuan were well aware of the three's doubts but didn't offer any explanations, only moving slowly in a specific direction.
At that moment, a deafening roar echoed from miles away. The sound waves made the hearts of the five instinctively tremble.
On the Sky Dome, Song Chi narrowed his eyes.
"Sixth rank, most likely the roar of a sixth-rank beast. Lu Yuankong wasn't exaggerating; this [Spirit Beast Secret Realm] truly has sixth-rank creatures..."
As he muttered to himself, Song Chi's heart instinctively tightened.
If it were a fifth-rank creature, with the Sky Dome's current combat power and the Enraged Giant, he wouldn't be too afraid. However, a sixth-rank creature posed a geometrically greater threat to the Sky Dome.
With the current lv50 [Neutron Star Core Armor], if the Sky Dome were to take a hit from a sixth-rank creature and couldn't activate the "Neutron Star Fission" feature in time, it might indeed sink.
Song Chi wasn't exaggerating; at the fifth and sixth ranks, the gap between the two was extremely terrifying. The Sky Dome might withstand a hit from a fifth-rank creature, but not a sixth-rank one.
Based on the information Song Chi had, the law comprehension of fourth-rank creatures generally didn't exceed 40%, which was the stage of minor completion.
Fifth-rank creatures had a law comprehension between 40% and 70%, the stage of moderate completion.
As for sixth-rank creatures, their law comprehension was generally over 70%, reaching the stage of major completion. Every move they made could unleash terrifying law-based abilities, making their power far beyond that of fifth-rank creatures.
PS: A bit stuck, only one chapter today.
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