Chapter 394: The Secret of the Plane and the True Deity's Response

Chapter 394: The Secret of the Plane and the True Deity's Response

The Immortal Ruin Civilization was actually connected to the Ten Thousand Dao Divine Court, one of the top powers in the Divine Realm?

"Alliance Leader," Li Yuan couldn't help but ask, "What's the relationship between the Immortal Ruin Civilization and the Ten Thousand Dao Divine Court?"

"You should know that in the history of the Immortal Ruin Civilization, more than one True Deity was born. Even in this era, I suspect there are True Deities residing there," Dongfang Jie Dao said, "But we have yet to find concrete evidence."

"With so many deities born, the Immortal Ruin Civilization has an extremely deep foundation. Many of their ancestors set out for the Divine Realm, and as far as I know, many of them joined the Ten Thousand Dao Divine Court," Dongfang Jie Dao continued, "Generation after generation, they have accumulated a significant foundation within the Ten Thousand Dao Divine Court."

"The 'Void Primordial Array', famous in the Mundane Domain, was actually a deity from the Immortal Ruin Civilization. Some opportunities allowed them to send it back," Dongfang Jie Dao explained.

"Li Yuan," a cold voice suddenly resonated in Li Yuan's mind.

It was Gu You's voice.

Li Yuan had initially refined the Ancient God Palace, which was equivalent to his treasure. Gu You was communicating with him through the essence of the divine artifact, and even Dongfang Jie couldn't detect it.

"Sister, what's the matter?" Li Yuan responded.

"Before, due to your weak strength, I wasn't sure how far you could go. I didn't tell you many things to avoid putting pressure on you," Gu You conveyed through sound transmission, "In the war of the gods ten thousand years ago, numerous deities perished."

"In the battle where the True Phoenix Deity escaped, the strong ones who fought with my father's faction were indeed from the Ten Thousand Dao Divine Court."

"At that time, my father and I thought that the strong ones from the Ten Thousand Dao Divine Court had temporarily allied with some local deities."

"But from the Eastern Alliance Leader's words, those local deities who fought with my father were probably from the Immortal Ruin Civilization."

"They must have had a connection, which is why they trusted each other," Gu You's voice carried a hint of hatred, "Not long after I followed the True Phoenix Deity and left, my father's soul lantern went out."

"My father most likely perished at their hands," Gu You's killing intent was unconcealable," Gu You's killing intent was evident.

Li Yuan sighed inwardly.

The deities of the Immortal Ruin Civilization, together with the deities from the Ten Thousand Dao Divine Court, had joined forces to kill the Gu Ju Deity? No wonder Gu You held such hatred.

After communicating for so long, Li Yuan could sense Gu You's feelings towards the Gu Ju Deity.

"Sister, if I have the chance in the future, I will definitely avenge Master," Li Yuan replied.

This was the promise Li Yuan made.

Li Yuan hadn't interacted with the Gu Ju Deity, so he didn't have a deep emotional connection. But since he had become the deity's disciple and received their guidance, it was only natural for Li Yuan to repay the favor.

"No rush!"

"Wait until you become a deity, then you can slowly plan your revenge," Gu You also calmed down, "My father is already dead. The most important thing is for you to live well."

...

"In the coming days, before I leave, I will do my best to investigate this matter," Dongfang Jie Dao said, "But for now, don't reveal this information. Pretend that you don't know."

"The Immortal Ruin Civilization is a massive power with over ten thousand Demi-Gods and nearly twenty Void Deities. I will be leaving soon, and it's best if you don't provoke them," Dongfang Jie Dao added.

Over ten thousand Demi-Gods? Nearly twenty Void Deities?

Everyone present was astonished. What a formidable force this was!

Ten times the strength of the Ten Thousand Devils Civilization.

And this was just the number of powerful individuals they had revealed. No wonder they claimed to be the number one power in the Mundane Domain, even surpassing the Red Sun and Ten Thousand Clouds Civilizations in terms of influence.

"Master, why do the Immortal Ruin Civilization have so many Demi-Gods and Void Deities?" Fang Hai asked in confusion, "Is it because of their vast territory?"

"Yes," Dongfang Jie nodded, "This isn't really a big secret. Telling you won't be a problem. You may have noticed that civilizations that have birthed True Deities usually have a larger number of life planets."

Everyone present nodded in agreement. They had access to various databases, and this was almost public knowledge.

Civilizations like the Sky Civilization only had one or a few life planets.

The Seven Stars Civilization had seven life planets, which was already considered a large number.

As for civilizations that had birthed True Deities, like the Ten Thousand Devils Civilization, they had dozens of life planets... The Immortal Ruin Civilization had even more, with hundreds of life planets.

"To become a True Deity, one must at least comprehend a fundamental Law Dao to the eighth stage of perfection and have some insight into the mysteries of space," Dongfang Jie Dao explained, "Then, with the aid of the Divine Flame, they can form the 'Law World Embryo' and attract the heavens to condense the Divine Heart."

"The Divine Heart, once recognized by the heavens, is what makes a True Deity," Dongfang Jie Dao concluded.

Everyone present fell into deep thought.

"The eighth stage of perfection is the level of a True Deity," Li Yuan thought to himself, "And the Eastern Alliance Leader has comprehended the Gold Law to the eighth stage and has condensed the Spatial True Intention... He's just one step away from becoming a True Deity."

Truly impressive.

It was common knowledge that Dongfang Jie had cultivated for less than two hundred years, making him relatively young among Demi-Gods.

"With the mysteries of the Divine Heart, a True Deity can obtain numerous divine abilities granted by the heavens," Dongfang Jie Dao continued, "One of these abilities is the unification with the Plane Origin."

"This ability can promote the evolution of the entire plane."

"Many desert planets and dead planets will quickly be transformed to the point of giving birth to life."

"Usually, with each evolution of the plane, ten to a hundred life planets can be born."

"Then, the plane origin needs an extremely long digestion period... It could take tens of thousands of years, or even a hundred thousand years."

"Only then can the next plane evolution be initiated."

"As for True Deities, their lifespan is only thirty thousand years."

"Therefore, in the mundane domain, countless civilizations can usually trigger one plane evolution if they nurture a True Deity. If they're lucky, they might even get two." Dong Fang Ji explained, "Take the Immortal Ruin Civilization as an example; with numerous True Deities, they can evolve the plane multiple times, resulting in a vast number of life planets and a profound foundation."

Fang Hai and Lan Te, the Demi-Gods, were deeply shocked by this information.

Li Yuan, however, remained calm. These facts were not secrets within the Divine Realm; there was no fundamental difference between the Divine Realm and the mundane domain. It was just a more advanced and expansive version, but some operational logics remained unchanged.

As far as Li Yuan knew, every dimensional plane was incredibly vast. Each life planet only occupied a tiny portion of the plane's space, but they were the essence of the plane.

Life planets were the cream of the crop.

In any dimensional plane, the plane origin, aside from maintaining its operation, used most of its power to nurture life.

If the plane origin was powerful, it would give birth to more life planets, which would, in turn, create more life... The more numerous the life forms in a civilization, the more powerful individuals would be born, including more Demi-Gods, False Deities, and even True Deities.

True Deities could then could unify with the plane origin, further enhancing its power.

This was a positive feedback loop.

"The Outer Dimensional Star Realms are all formed based on different dimensional planes. Their star realm origins are weak, and the life they nurture generally has low potential. This involves the very essence of life." Li Yuan thought to himself, "Therefore, no civilization, whether in the mundane domain or the Divine Realm, would deliberately breed life extensively in the star realms!"

"For any civilization, the most valued aspect is always the life planets."

Star realms, unless they are of an extremely high level, typically only establish breeding zones as 'population seeds' to prevent the civilization from facing devastating blows.

...

"The plane space is limited, and origin evolution also has its limits. It's impossible to exceed them." Dong Fang Ji slowly explained, "Even the Immortal Ruin Civilization, with its vast resources, currently has only around a hundred life planets... far from reaching the plane's capacity."

"As a civilization expands and the plane evolves, there will be numerous challenges along the way... like alien invasions or foreign deities destroying planets."

"Or civil wars."

"For example, over ten thousand years ago, the Burial Immortal Ancient Domain was in turmoil, and our previous civilization in this plane was destroyed. After thousands of years, the plane recovered, and our Seven Stars Civilization emerged." Dong Fang Ji continued, "In summary, our Seven Stars Civilization is still weak. There are unfortunate aspects, but there's also luck."

"The key lies in the people."

"If each generation strives for progress, our civilization has the hope of surpassing the Immortal Ruin Civilization." Dong Fang Ji's voice deepened, "But if we don't strive for improvement, if we're not ambitious enough... the fate of our entire civilization might be just as tragic."

The crowd's hearts skipped a beat.

"Lan Te, Li Yuan, and Fang Hai are still young and need guidance." Dong Fang Ji's tone shifted, "I've also prepared a gift for you, which Little Yun will deliver to you later... It might be of help."

"A gift?" Li Yuan was curious.

"It's something I've prepared based on your essence energy characteristics. You can open it once you become a Demi-God, and it will reveal some secrets." Dong Fang Ji explained, "Don't try to open it before then, or it will self-destruct..."

"I understand." Li Yuan respectfully received the gift.

A Demi-God?

"Li Yuan, Lan Te, you may leave now." Dong Fang Ji said, "I have some private matters to discuss with Fang Hai."

Li Yuan bowed respectfully and, after taking Liu Bing with him, flew away swiftly.

...

In the void.

"Big Brother, where are we going?" Liu Bing asked.

"Let's head back to Blue Star for now." Li Yuan replied, "In the upcoming period, as your strength improves, we'll prepare to venture into the Nine Leaves World."

"Alright." Liu Bing's eyes lit up.

Then, Liu Bing spoke up again, "But Big Brother, why do you seem a bit down? We won't have won this battle, shouldn't we be happy?"

"We did win."

"But many lives were lost in the process."

"Li Yuan sighed, "Moreover, the Alliance Master will truly be leaving soon... I don't know if we'll have the chance to meet again in the future."

Liu Bing listened, but she couldn't understand Li Yuan's feelings for Dong Fang Ji. In her eyes, Li Yuan and Dong Fang Ji didn't seem to interact much, and their relationship didn't appear to be that deep.

'Let's go,' Li Yuan smiled without further explanation.

...

Outside the Mo Shan Star Realm Channel, only Fang Hai and Dong Fang Ji remained.

'Teacher.'

'Where are you going? Is it really that place?' Fang Hai couldn't help but ask.

There were some matters that only they, as master and disciple, could discuss.

'Mhm,' Dong Fang Ji nodded, 'But it's not as simple as going there directly. The situation is more complex.'

'I can't predict the future either,' Dong Fang Ji said.

Fang Hai was quite worried, 'Teacher, is it dangerous?'

'Foolish child, how can there be no danger on the path of cultivation?' Dong Fang Ji smiled, 'When you ventured into the Nine Leaves World, didn't you face numerous trials and tribulations?'

'You also know that the Nine Leaves and Nine Mountains are just the foundation. This path is even more dangerous and unpredictable.'

Fang Hai nodded slightly.

'But looking at it now, I'm afraid I'll have to ask you to go to the 'Ninth Mountain' of the Nine Mountains World.'

'Nonsense,' Fang Hai shook his head, 'I've already delayed the civilization for several decades. I can't continue to delay... Li Yuan's growth rate is extremely fast. Even before reaching Demi-God level, his strength is already so formidable. Once he enters the Nine Leaves World and achieves Demi-God, he'll definitely surpass me in achieving the Golden Robe even faster.'

'Li Yuan following the path of the teacher is the most suitable choice.'

'On the contrary, if I want to possess the strength to conquer the Nine Mountains, I'm afraid I'll need to cultivate in seclusion for several more decades. I still don't have absolute confidence in conquering it.' Fang Hai smiled, 'I've guarded the civilization for a hundred years.'

'It's my turn to take over.'

'Even if I cultivate in the Mundane Domain for a long time, I might still awaken the Eight Star Vein. Teacher, you are the best example of that,' Fang Hai smiled, 'I've always looked up to you, Teacher.'

Dong Fang Ji sighed in his heart and patted Fang Hai's shoulder without saying more.

He knew that it wasn't because Fang Hai wasn't excellent enough. Even in the Divine Realm, Fang Hai was among the top geniuses, qualified to enter the core layers of many major powers.

But Li Yuan's growth rate was too exaggerated, especially with the 'Second Rank Eight Star Vein' being even more incredible... The current situation of the Seven Stars Civilization didn't allow Li Yuan and Fang Hai to leave together anytime soon.

For the continuation of the civilization, someone had to stay.

And regardless of whether it was Dong Fang Ji or Fang Hai, their idea was the same—Fang Hai would stay.

...

This battle between the Ten Thousand Demon Civilization and the Seven Stars Civilization.

The Ten Thousand Demon Civilization's three major deities didn't go to spread the news.

But the fall of hundreds of Demi-Gods, what a devastating defeat. The number of their relatives and disciples combined was an astonishing figure... These relatives would surely inquire about what had happened.

Secondly, the Seven Stars Civilization wouldn't hide the news. On the contrary, to deter some alien civilizations that had been secretly observing, under Fang Hai's orders, the Seven Stars Civilization's Demi-Gods were actively spreading the news.

Therefore, in less than a day, the news of the Ten Thousand Demon Civilization's devastating defeat had already spread, known by many civilizations in the Mundane Domain.

'I heard that in this great war, the Ten Thousand Demon Civilization has lost over seven hundred Demi-Gods.'

'So many?'

'The total number of Demi-Gods in our entire civilization is not that many. The Seven Stars Civilization is too strong.'

'The Seven Stars Civilization is truly formidable.'

'The news I received said that the Ten Thousand Demon Civilization deployed an Essence Energy Battle Array and even a Sand Kun Demi-God with False Deity Level insight... Yet they were still completely annihilated.'

'How did the Seven Stars Civilization achieve this?'

'Not sure.'

'It's said that it might have been a scheme to lure the Ten Thousand Demon Civilization into a trap.' The various civilizations in the Mundane Domain discussed, their intelligence network allowing them to be informed.

However, no matter what.

After this battle, in the hearts of the many civilizations in the Mundane Domain, the prestige of the Seven Stars Civilization had far surpassed the past, truly equaling many top-tier civilization powers like the Ten Thousand Demon Civilization.

Dong Fang Ji was even referred to as an 'Unprovokable, False Deity-like' existence.

And under Dong Fang Ji's brilliance, even Fang Hai's breakthrough to 'Demi-God Invincible' and Li Yuan's eruption to Demi-God Peak strength weren't as dazzling.

...

'Make concessions.'

'Immediately send a message to the Seven Stars Civilization. We're willing to concede and give up several bordering Star Realms.'

... 'In the past, we invaded the Seven Stars Civilization. We're willing to make amends.'

'We're willing to agree to the treaty we discussed last time.' After this battle, many civilizations bordering the Seven Stars Civilization changed their attitudes, immediately sending messages to the Seven Stars Civilization, hoping to completely end the confrontation and even expressing their willingness to submit.

...

The various civilizations discussed.

But to say who was most concerned about this battle, apart from the two warring civilizations, there was no doubt that it was the Immortal Ruin Civilization.

Action: In the Immortal Ruin Civilization, within the Nine Cloud Immortal Sect, a luxurious grand hall stands in the Nine Cloud Realm.

Countless rays of light converge, forming a figure exuding a destructive aura.

"Dong Mo, what situation did you encounter? How did you lose your entire army?"

"You said that Sha Kun Demi-God had already reached the False Deity Level in his Law of Heaven and Earth insights, and with his command over the Essence Energy Array, how could he possibly lose?" Yan Lin False Deity spoke directly, "Even if Dong Fang Ji is still alive, he could only suppress the Essence Energy Array at most."

After learning about the situation from various channels, Yan Lin False Deity was surprised that Dong Fang Ji was still alive, but even more shocked that the battle had ended.

"A battle with over seven hundred Demi-Gods lost?"

Even a powerful civilization like the Immortal Ruin Civilization would never want to bear such losses.

"The news spread by the Seven Stars Civilization is mostly true." Dong Mo Deity sighed lightly, "We did lose, and quite badly... Even the Eight Directions Flame Realm Array is now lost. I'm sorry."

"The agreement we made before can no longer be fulfilled." Dong Mo Deity said, "The many treasures I pledged to you don't need to be returned."

Both parties had made Law Vows, and as the leader of the Ten Thousand Demon Civilization, Dong Mo Deity was quite proud and naturally wouldn't renege.

"What about Dong Fang Ji?"

"Why is he so powerful? What were the specific battle conditions?" Yan Lin False Deity hurriedly asked, "Did Dong Fang Ji break through to the False Deity level?"

He really wanted to know how Dong Fang Ji had defeated the Essence Energy Array.

If he had broken through to the False Deity level and achieved such results, it wouldn't be surprising.

"I have nothing more to say." Dong Mo Deity replied.

"Dong Mo!"

Yan Lin False Deity immediately became angry, "In this battle, we were allies, and you won't tell me? Don't forget, it was you who sought us out, and we even gave you the Eight Directions Flame Realm Array."

"It was just a cooperation, and I also pledged treasures." Dong Mo Deity shook his head.

"Yan Lin."

"The purpose of our alliance was to seize the treasures of the Burial Ancient Domain." Dong Mo Deity looked at Yan Lin, "Now that we can't invade the Seven Stars Civilization... Our alliance is naturally dissolved. The detailed strength intelligence of Dong Fang Ji and the other Demi-Gods of the Seven Stars Civilization is something that our Ten Thousand Demon Civilization paid for with the lives of hundreds of Demi-Gods."

"I can't tell you without compensation."

Yan Lin False Deity paused, quickly calming down, and stared at Dong Mo Deity, "Speak, what do you want?"

He must obtain the detailed intelligence of the Seven Stars Civilization.

"My request isn't high." Dong Mo Deity said, "I need two copies of the 'Fire True Deity Cultivation Insights'. For your Immortal Ruin Civilization, this shouldn't be difficult."

"True Deity Cultivation Insights?" Yan Lin False Deity narrowed his eyes.

In theory, this information is extremely valuable, as most civilizations in the mundane domain don't possess it... But in a sense, it's not that valuable, as cultivation insights can be replicated, and their civilization hasn't truly lost anything.

Yan Lin False Deity remained silent, lowering his head deep in thought, perhaps communicating with other high-ranking members of his civilization.

Dong Mo Deity patiently waited.

Half a moment passed.

"Fine, I can agree to your request, but you must make a Law Vow not to spread it and only use it yourself." Yan Lin False Deity spoke in a low voice, "I also hope your intelligence has sufficient value."

"Rest assured, I won't disappoint you." Dong Mo Deity said.

Time passed.

Both parties made their Law Vows, and Yan Lin False Deity handed over two copies of the 'True Deity Cultivation Insights'.

Dong Mo Deity began to share the detailed intelligence.

He openly discussed the specific strengths of Dong Fang Ji, Fang Hai, Li Yuan, Liu Bing, and others, revealing nothing.

Yan Lin False Deity listened in awe, especially when Dong Fang Ji destroyed the Essence Energy Array with a single sword, causing Yan Lin's heart to tremble.

This strength was indeed too exaggerated.

If a Demi-God was this powerful, once they break through to the False Deity level, they might even rival a True Deity in the future?

"Alright."

"This is what our Ten Thousand Demon Civilization knows." Dong Mo Deity said, "I can also assure you that we didn't reveal the origins of the Essence Energy Array."

"I'll take my leave."

Dong Mo Deity's figure dissipated.

For him, this battle's heavy losses and Dong Fang Ji's strength, which chilled his heart, left only one path—to become a True Deity!

Only by becoming a True Deity and hiding within the dimensional plane could Dong Mo Deity find peace.

This was why he wanted two copies of the True Deity Cultivation Insights.

"How could these people from the Seven Stars Civilization be so strong?" Yan Lin False Deity felt a headache coming on, "I'll report to the True Deity."

He took a step and quickly arrived at the highest point of the Nine Cloud Realm.

... Under the dark night sky.

"True Deity, the detailed situation is as such. I believe Dong Mo has lost the courage to continue fighting the Seven Stars Civilization." Yan Lin False Deity spoke respectfully.

He shared the intelligence he had gathered with Chi Yan True Deity.

"Immediately contact the Seven Stars Civilization." The fiery figure's voice echoed through the heavens, "Prepare a grand gift."

"Apologize to them, resolve the grudges."

"Apologize?" Yan Lin False Deity was taken aback, "True Deity, the Seven Stars Civilization doesn't know that the Essence Energy Array was given to us by the Ten Thousand Demon Civilization!"

(End of Chapter)

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