Chapter 477: HeartDream Emperor! The Truth of the Divine Palace

Chapter 477: HeartDream Emperor! The Truth of the Divine Palace



"Eternity Palace? The thirty-sixth one?" Li Yuan's pupils contracted, pondering the significance.

Is it related to Eternity Palace?

Recalling the words of the silver-haired elder from his previous visit, this vast universe likely holds more than just one ancient burial ground. In an instant, numerous thoughts flashed through Li Yuan's mind.

"Come over, and I'll explain in detail," the silver-haired elder said with a smile.

Li Yuan obediently approached the elder.

Standing in the center of the temple, Li Yuan listened intently.

"You will participate in the Ancestral Realm War and seize the Ancestral Realm Token," the silver-haired elder explained. "With your talent, there's hope for you to gain the acknowledgment of the Celestial Star Emperor and ascend to the Divine Emperor Island."

"However, even with the means of investigation through the Return Token, it's still difficult to observe... After all, that place is the core region of another Divine Emperor's territory."

Li Yuan sighed inwardly, acknowledging the unpredictability of the Divine Emperor's methods. According to Star Senior, the founder of Eternity Palace was also a Divine Emperor.

Yet, Li Yuan couldn't respond. After becoming a Named Disciple of the Celestial Star Emperor, he was bound by an invisible force and couldn't speak freely.

At least, not yet.

"You can't speak? Haha, that shows you already know about the Celestial Star Emperor. It should be so." The silver-haired elder smiled reassuringly. "Rest assured, I won't press further."

"The test you're about to face is set in the Celestial Star Continent, and I'm holding onto a glimmer of hope."

"If you succeed, then with the help of a little power from another Divine Emperor, your chances of overseeing Eternity Palace will significantly increase." The silver-haired elder explained, "This is an opportunity given to every candidate, but some fail to grasp it, while others seize it."

"Senior," Li Yuan couldn't help but ask, "What exactly is Eternity Palace? What's its connection to Eternity Palace, and what does 'candidate' mean?"

"Eternity Palace... you'll naturally come to know when the time is right." The silver-haired elder spoke softly, "In fact, you've already had some interaction with Eternity Palace. The palace in your spiritual world has likely played a crucial role in your journey so far."

"Without it, your spiritual will and Star Vein would not have grown so quickly, and you wouldn't have reached your current level."

Boom! The silver-haired elder's words hit Li Yuan like a hammer, leaving him stunned.

The palace in his spiritual world? Did the elder know about the Spiritual Palace? According to the elder, was his Spiritual Palace related to the mysterious Eternity Palace?

For a moment, Li Yuan's mind was in complete disarray.

After a brief silence, the silver-haired elder continued to observe Li Yuan, seemingly waiting for his question.

"Are you referring to the Spiritual Palace, Senior?" Li Yuan asked, gritting his teeth.

"You call it the Spiritual Palace? That's quite fitting." The silver-haired elder nodded. "All power has its source, and all mysteries have their origin. Your Spiritual Palace is an extremely mysterious object."

"It is a virtual realm projection of Eternity Palace, created by the master."

"Virtual realm projection? Created by the master?" Li Yuan was deeply moved, and he asked in a low voice, "Senior, is the master you speak of the master of Eternity Palace?"

Li Yuan's mind was filled with confusion.

"Yes, my master is the master of Eternity Palace and one of the leaders of Chaos Divine Court." The silver-haired elder smiled. "Chaos Divine Court has three leaders: the Chaos Emperor, the Celestial Star Emperor, and my master, the HeartDream Emperor."

"HeartDream Emperor?" Li Yuan held his breath, intrigued by the peculiar name.

"Of course, HeartDream is just the master's self-proclaimed name. Countless beings in the vast Divine Realm are accustomed to calling him the Primordial Emperor or the Eternal Emperor." The silver-haired elder explained.

"Primordial? Eternal?" Li Yuan was taken aback.

"The beginning of heaven and earth, the origin of all things, is what we call Primordial." The silver-haired elder smiled. "The master is the first 'Divine Emperor' in the Divine Realm, the most ancient of them all. He is far more ancient than the Chaos Emperor, the Ten Thousand Paths Emperor, and other supreme beings like the Starry Sky Emperor."

"Eternal."

"The master has transcended the flow of time, no longer bound by the shackles of time, nor constrained by the passage of years. He is an eternal existence."

"Even Divine Emperors like the Chaos Emperor, who are clearly the master's juniors, have passed away, but the master continues to live."

"In the future, the Celestial Star Emperor, the Ten Thousand Paths Emperor, and others may also pass away, but the master will still be alive."

"Transcending one era after another, from the most ancient times to the present, the master's presence has been constant. Hence, many Divine Kings call him the Eternal Emperor." The silver-haired elder spoke with pride.

Li Yuan was deeply moved by these revelations.

This was truly against the heavens!

Could it be that the master of Eternity Palace was the most ancient Divine Emperor, originating from the birth of the Divine Realm? This... this was truly unbelievable!

"Can a Divine Emperor die?" Li Yuan couldn't help but ask. According to Star Senior, Divine Emperors seemed to have control over the flow of time and could live for an extremely long time.

"Yes!" The silver-haired elder's smile was gentle. "If Divine Emperors were immortal, why would they care about longevity? Where there is life, there is an end."

"The vast flow of time engulfs all life. When you become a Heaven Deity, you will be able to sense the existence of this eternal river of time."

"Divine Emperors are merely more powerful, allowing them to navigate the river with less resistance... enabling them to cross billions of years, or even tens of billions of years. But there will still be an end."

"Even the great river of time will eventually end, let alone the fish within it?" The silver-haired elder chuckled.

Li Yuan listened, holding his breath.

The river of time? The fish within it? Even the mighty Divine Emperors are merely fish in the river?

"These matters are far beyond your current understanding. You can consider them when you reach the Heavenly Deity or even the Divine King. It's not too late then," the silver-haired elder smiled and said, "The master has many titles."

"But you should still address the master as 'HeartDream Emperor'. It's a sign of respect."

"Yes," Li Yuan replied.

"Senior," Li Yuan had many questions in his mind, and he asked, "If all other Divine Emperors will pass away, why can the HeartDream Emperor Senior remain eternal?"

"I don't know," the silver-haired elder shook his head.

Li Yuan was taken aback.

"Each Divine Emperor is an ultimate existence in the Divine Realm. They each have their specialties, and they've gone far on their respective paths. For example, the Celestial Star Emperor is unparalleled in Alchemy, which is truly incomprehensible."

"The Chaos Emperor, on the other hand, excels in combat and slaughter. Throughout the Divine Realm, from ancient times to the present, he is considered the strongest."

"As for the Starry Sky Emperor, he is a master of space and time. When it comes to escape, no one can match him."

"But the master is only average in both Armament and Alchemy, and he might even be inferior to many Divine Kings. In terms of combat, he's probably at the bottom among Divine Emperors," the silver-haired elder smiled and said, "But the master is the best at staying alive."

Li Yuan was stunned.

The best at staying alive?

Perhaps, this is the most powerful ability. By staying alive, one can possess everything.

"You've also opened up the Mind Illusionary Realm. Understand that all things have a real side and an illusory side," the silver-haired elder said, "Just like how cultivators have both a physical body and a soul... Even a projection of the Eternal Palace's Illusionary Realm still contains unfathomable might."

"For countless weak lives, obtaining this projection is a heaven-defying opportunity. In the vast Divine Realm, such a chance is extremely rare, and it's considered top-notch."

"You've probably only opened the second layer so far."

"When you can open the fourth layer of the Mind Palace, you'll be qualified to know the truth about the Eternal Palace," the silver-haired elder sighed and said, "But that will also be the most dangerous moment."

Li Yuan's heart was filled with confusion, and a hint of worry flashed across his mind.

The fourth layer?

The most dangerous moment?

"If you have more questions, just ask." The silver-haired elder smiled and said, "I'll tell you whatever I know."

"Senior."

"You mentioned the thirty-sixth earlier?" Li Yuan couldn't help but ask, "Does that mean I'm the thirty-sixth person to possess the Mind Palace? What about the previous thirty-five?"

"They're all dead," the silver-haired elder said.

"Dead?" Li Yuan was shocked.

"Many of the previous ones didn't even reach the Heavenly Deity, and only a few became Divine Kings. With limited lifespans, aren't they all dead?" The silver-haired elder shook his head and said, "Is it strange that they died?"

"If they didn't die, how could you have obtained the Mind Palace?"

"Do you think the Eternal Palace's Illusionary Realm has more than one projection?" The silver-haired elder asked.

Li Yuan was speechless and didn't say more.

He had just heard that the fourth layer was dangerous, and he thought that the previous people had encountered numerous calamities.

"Please tell me in detail," Li Yuan couldn't help but ask, "Why did the Mind Palace choose me?"

"Fate," the silver-haired elder replied.

"Fate?" Li Yuan was taken aback.

"Yes."

"Each Divine Emperor has their own aspirations. For example, the Celestial Star Emperor strives for everyone to reach the Ten-star Pulse," the silver-haired elder said, "The master hopes to guide and give birth to a ruler who will preside over the Eternal Palace."

"Rule over the Eternal Palace?" Li Yuan was puzzled, "Is this a treasure crafted by the HeartDream Emperor?"

"No."

"Don't ask about the Eternal Palace anymore. I don't know, and I can't say more," the elder said, spreading his hands.

Li Yuan nodded honestly.

"So, that's why the Mind Palace came to be," the silver-haired elder said, "Only by first controlling the projection of the Eternal Palace can one hope to control the Eternal Palace... But even the projection is extremely challenging to bear."

"A suitable vessel must be guided."

"Hence, the Ancient Immortal Ruins came into being."

"The Ancient Immortal Ruins?" Li Yuan was startled, "Senior, the Ancient Immortal Ruins, is it the doing of the HeartDream Emperor?"

Previously.

The greatest concern of the Dong Fang Meng Zhu was the Ancient Immortal Ruins. It was too mysterious and dangerous.

"Yes!"

"So far, in the countless mortal realms within this universe of the Divine Realm, thirty-six Ancient Immortal Ruins have appeared," the silver-haired elder nodded and said, "To put it simply, the purpose of each Ancient Immortal Ruins is to give birth to a candidate."

"For me?" Li Yuan was taken aback.

"Not just for you."

"The Ancient Immortal Ruins descended upon your mortal realm tens of thousands of years ago. Is it that no one else was chosen?" Li Yuan asked, shaking his head, "In fact, you are the eighteenth soul to resonate with this mortal realm."

"But only you will eventually become the candidate."

"Soul resonance?" Li Yuan had a realization, and he had studied souls quite extensively.

He understood clearly that many treasures required soul resonance to perfectly recognize their master.

For example, the Silver Moon God Spear, when in Li Yuan's hands, was a true divine weapon, and only then could it unleash its immense power.

If it fell into the hands of others, it would be just an ordinary top-grade Divine Artifact without soul resonance.

"To bear the HeartDream Emperor, one must first resonate with the soul." Li Yuan had an epiphany.

"That's right."

"This is the purpose of the Ancient Immortal Ruins." The silver-haired elder said, "Even with soul resonance, to become a candidate, one must undergo the six trials."

"Six trials?" Li Yuan was taken aback.

"The first trial is luck." The silver-haired elder explained, "Those who can bear the HeartDream Emperor all possess extremely high talent. Like you, with a spatial body, this is a characteristic of the soul. Although you don't have the bloodline of a divine beast, your compatibility with space is extremely high, almost as if you were cultivating the 'Dimensional Void Mist Essence'."

"But under the influence of the HeartDream Emperor, the soul's characteristics will be suppressed, and your body will be affected. You were often ill as a child."

"You must have good luck to grow up smoothly and embark on the path of cultivation." The silver-haired elder sighed, "The master once said that luck is very important."

"Many times, luck is greater than one's own efforts."

"But luck is difficult to fathom. It is a favor from the turning of heaven and earth, and even the Divine Emperors dare not speak of it lightly."

"Therefore, according to the master's command, we can only observe those who resonate with the HeartDream Emperor until they become candidates." The silver-haired elder said.

Li Yuan immediately recalled the mysterious illness he had as a child.

Turns out, it was due to the HeartDream Emperor.

"The second trial is perseverance." The silver-haired elder said, "Everyone has different circumstances, and external talent can be changed, but the inner character of the soul is difficult to alter."

"Do you still remember the 'Imagination Metamorphosis' when your soul metamorphosed to the Flying Star level?" The silver-haired elder smiled.

Li Yuan recalled once more.

That time, the Great Sun Platform underwent a metamorphosis. If it weren't for his soul breakthrough at that moment, the consequences would have been unimaginable. (Chapter 191)



"That was a test of perseverance." The silver-haired elder said, "The 'Great Sun Starry Sky Sutra' was created by the master. With this method, mortals can easily metamorphose their souls to the Half-Deity and True God levels."

Li Yuan nodded in agreement.

The 'Great Sun Starry Sky Sutra' was indeed the most powerful observation method he had ever seen. Even the observation methods recorded in the Celestial Star Temple's heritage, which he had obtained, couldn't compare.

"But there's a method to the opportunity."

"One must also put in enough effort. With sufficient effort and perseverance, one can achieve success. The second trial is to filter out those who lack perseverance." The silver-haired elder smiled, "In reality, among the eighteen soul resonators, you're not the most diligent, but you're still qualified."

"Not the most diligent?" Li Yuan sighed inwardly, not surprised.

Looking around, how many people are truly diligent and crazy? But to succeed, perseverance and determination are just one of the conditions.

"There are still many more trials."

"For example, the trial of enlightenment."

"For example, the trial of the Star Vein... If you hadn't pursued the second-tier Eight-star Pulse, you would have failed." The silver-haired elder said.

"Failure?" Li Yuan's heart trembled.

"Although you're in the mortal realm, with an unfavorable external environment, having the observation method and spiritual guidance... If you lack the determination to pursue the limits of the Star Vein, you won't be able to command the Eternal Palace." The silver-haired elder shook his head, "A candidate must have strong enough luck, diligent cultivation, high enlightenment, and the pursuit of limits... Only the perfect ones can meet the master's expectations."

Li Yuan sighed inwardly.

In reality, he might not have that determination. In the past, many choices were made due to coincidences and a single thought...

Just like when he was crazy about pursuing the Half-Deity level soul, he had also thought of giving up, but in the end, he gritted his teeth and persisted.

Who would have thought that this was also a test in the realm of fate?

Perhaps, this is also a matter of luck?

"Numerous opportunities."

"Through each metamorphosis, you finally succeeded. The last trial is the 'Purple Robe Member Trial'," the silver-haired elder smiled.

"Obtaining the Ancestral Realm Token is not a problem for you. If you cultivated for a few hundred years, it would be easy."

"The difficulty lies in completing it within twelve years, which involves a series of choices and personal effort... You did very well, even better than I expected." The silver-haired elder said.

Li Yuan nodded, his crucial choice was to join the Celestial Star Ancient City.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have grown so fast in the twelve years before the Ancestral Realm War.

Without the 'Heart Illusion Six Realms', he wouldn't have been able to open the HeartDream Emperor so quickly... Becoming a named disciple of the Celestial Star Emperor would still be somewhat challenging.

"Regardless."

"Congratulations on becoming the thirty-sixth candidate." The silver-haired elder smiled, "Next, you will face the second trial."

"The second trial?" Li Yuan was surprised.

"The second trial is to awaken the Ten-star Pulse." The silver-haired elder looked at Li Yuan.

Li Yuan was shocked.

To command the Eternal Palace, the second trial requires the Ten-star Pulse? Even the Celestial Star Emperor doesn't demand that his disciples must awaken the Ten-star Pulse.

Seemingly understanding Li Yuan's thoughts, the silver-haired elder said, "In a more ancient era, the master also experimented, letting those with Eight-star Pulse and Nine-star Pulse try... But they all failed.

"Only the Ten-Star Pulse has a chance."

Li Yuan inwardly sighed.

This requirement is too high.

"In fact, becoming a Ten-Star Pulse not only involves the requirements of the Master, but also the secrets of the Celestial Star Emperor." The silver-haired elder spoke.

Li Yuan was surprised.

How is it related to the Celestial Star Emperor again?

"Spiritual Guidance and the Celestial Star Pill, are you saying they're unrelated?" The silver-haired elder smiled casually.

Boom!

A single word woke up the dreamer.

Many of Li Yuan's past confusions were resolved at this moment.

The first time Li Yuan came into contact with the Celestial Star Pill, he felt that it was very similar to Spiritual Guidance.

"Spiritual Guidance, is it a method of the Celestial Star Emperor?" Li Yuan couldn't help but ask.

"The Celestial Star Emperor is a descendant of the Master, but also a close friend who shares life and death, belonging to the same camp." The silver-haired elder smiled and said, "There is some connection... In the future, you will understand."

Li Yuan was shocked, and his mind was in disarray.

"The Ten-Star Pulse is extremely difficult."

"Among the previous 35 candidates, the vast majority stopped at this point, with only two succeeding. They eventually became Divine Kings." The silver-haired elder shook his head and sighed.

"With Spiritual Guidance, can't one still become a Ten-Star Pulse?" Li Yuan asked, unable to contain his curiosity.

In Li Yuan's imagination, becoming a Ten-Star Pulse shouldn't be difficult.

"Spiritual Guidance is not as unique as you imagine." The silver-haired elder explained, "In places like the Chaos Divine Court, some with extremely high talent, using the Celestial Star Pill and Celestial Star Sacred Fruit, can achieve effects close to multiple instances of Spiritual Guidance... In the Divine Realm, there are also some special methods to guide the awakening of Star Pulses, which are equally astonishing."

"Some unique heavenly treasures are even more miraculous, causing even Divine Emperors to marvel."

"This is why, in the Divine Realm, the top powers from all sides have Nine-Star Pulses appearing generation after generation." The silver-haired elder spoke.

Li Yuan's mind was in a daze, but he soon understood.

That's right!

The HeartDream Emperor, after all, is a method of the Divine Emperor... Other Divine Emperors or some extremely powerful Divine Kings probably also have similar methods.

"The Nine-Star Pulse is the limit of Spiritual Guidance."

"Your soul is only at level 59, and you should have two more opportunities for Spiritual Guidance. They will make your path to the Ten-Star Pulse much easier." The silver-haired elder said, "But the final step must be taken by yourself."

"Once you cross it, the rest will be smooth sailing."

"Becoming a Ten-Star Pulse and eventually a Divine King is indeed effortless. Reaching the Master's supreme realm is not unimaginable." The silver-haired elder sighed.

"What is the final step?" Li Yuan asked, unable to hold back his curiosity.

"I don't know." The silver-haired elder shook his head, "The Master only said that the Ten-Star Pulse is the ultimate goal for Demigods, and both material and soul are indispensable."

Li Yuan was taken aback.

Indispensable?

Could this be the reason why the HeartDream Emperor first requires the Great Sun Starry Sky Sutra?

"Alright."

"As a candidate, everything you need to know has been told to you." The silver-haired elder said, "After becoming a candidate, with each step forward, you will receive additional rewards."

"This time, I'll give you two treasures."

"Two treasures?" Li Yuan's eyes lit up in anticipation.

"The first is a token."

The silver-haired elder flipped his palm and handed over a silver token, "With this token, when you arrive at the headquarters of the Divine Court, the Blazing Flame Divine King will come to find you. She has received my command."

"Purple Robe Members are not necessarily Divine Kings, and there are many levels among them. Many don't even get to see Divine Kings." The silver-haired elder explained, "Having a Divine King as your backer is a different matter from not having one."

"The Blazing Flame Divine King can't help you become a Ten-Star Pulse."

"But she can ensure that your cultivation in the Chaos Divine Court won't be disturbed." The silver-haired elder added.

"Yes." Li Yuan reached out and took the token, but for a moment, he didn't know what to say.

He had already received a Divine King token before.

"I just hope that this Blazing Flame Divine King doesn't have any conflicts with the Sky Azure Divine King." Li Yuan muttered to himself.

Having the backing of two Divine Kings might not be as advantageous as having just one.

But Li Yuan also understood the significance of this token.

It represented his access to the innermost core of the Chaos Divine Court, ensuring he received the highest treatment among the Purple Robe Members.

"The second is the Imperial Origin." The silver-haired elder waved his hand again.

In the void, a large amount of brilliance gathered, eventually condensing into a huge purple light cluster.

This purple light exuded an unfathomable and vast aura, like a supreme divine object, leaving one breathless.

"The Imperial Origin?"

"This is the Imperial Origin?" Li Yuan was shocked, as he naturally understood what this item was.

Whether it's an Eight-Star Pulse wanting to cultivate the Perfect Star Technique or a Nine-Star Pulse wanting to cultivate the second Perfect Star Technique, this is a crucial treasure.

It's the Imperial Origin!!

This is a truly rare and precious treasure.

"The Imperial Origin is miraculous and special."

"Even Divine Kings can't bestow it directly."

"Many superpowers in the Divine Realm, like the Ten Thousand Paths Emperor Court, can't produce it." The silver-haired elder sighed, "In the Chaos Divine Court, only the Purple Robe Members of each generation are qualified to venture into the 'Imperial Origin Realm', with the hope of obtaining one, but most fail."

"By becoming a candidate."

"You will receive an Imperial Origin for free."

(End of Chapter)

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