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Chapter 678: A World of Despair
Chapter 678: A World of Despair
In a daze, Lin Yuan’s consciousness gradually awakened.
However, his mental power seemed to be under some kind of suppression, causing his mind to be slightly muddled and unable to fully awaken.
After an unknown period of time, Lin Yuan’s mental power instinctively operated, finally expelling the suppressive aura.
Thus, the result was that Lin Yuan awoke.
“Ugh...”
Lin Yuan felt a headache almost splitting his skull.
He also began to receive information from the outside world.
“Huh? You can still come back to life?”
“Surviving under the corruption of the ‘Evil’ is a rare sight indeed.”
A hoarse voice echoed from the side, full of surprise.
Lin Yuan’s mind was suddenly flooded with countless pieces of information, the memories of his ‘Original Body.’
“This world is filled with endless ‘Evils.’ The ‘Evils’ are eternal, ever-present in the world. To resist the ‘Evils,’ one must become a cultivator. And I am a cultivator of the Azure Cloud holy sect?”
Lin Yuan quickly understood the current situation he was in.
This world was boundless, and the ‘Evils’ did not exist since ancient times, but originated from a great change in the world that happened billions of years ago.
Billions of years ago, cultivators ruled the world, dominating everything. However, after that great change, the world was filled with the presence of ‘Evils.’ The ‘Evil’ aura permeated the world, hindering the cultivation of cultivators. At the same time, the accumulation of large amounts of ‘Evil’ aura gave birth to a terrifying ‘Evil.’
The Azure Cloud Holy Sect, where the ‘Original Body’ resided, was a top-notch cultivator force before the great change, the dominant power in the vast territories nearby.
After the great change, the Azure Cloud Holy Sect survived through numerous great attacks by the ‘Evils.’
However, compared to before the great change, the Azure Cloud Holy Sect had declined significantly.
The pervasive ‘Evil’ aura made cultivation more difficult, reducing the number of strong cultivators. With the continuous fall of the senior cultivators at the hands of the ‘Evils,’ the Azure Cloud Holy Sect was in a state of disconnection, lacking in resources and unable to sustain its legacy.
“Hmm?”
Lin Yuan opened his eyes.
Beside him stood a disheveled old man, currently examining him with curiosity.
“Elder Fang.”
Lin Yuan moved his lips and spoke.
The disheveled old man was an elder of the Azure Cloud Holy Sect, responsible for treating disciples injured by the ‘Evils.’
“Since you have awakened, I will leave first.”
Elder Fang observed Lin Yuan for a while longer, then turned and left.
“This physical body...” Lin Yuan watched Elder Fang disappear, then began to feel the subtle details of his body, instantly noticing something was off.
As a master of martial arts, Lin Yuan’s understanding of the physical body had reached an unfathomable height. The physical body he now occupied, though weak, subtly harbored nearly boundless potential.
“I am not an exception; this is one of the effects of the great change.”
Lin Yuan thought to himself.
After the great change, the world indeed gave birth to the terrifying ‘Evils,’ but at the same time, the physical bodies of the life forms in this world were nurtured and enhanced. In terms of strength and potential, they far surpassed the pre-change era.
The power of the physical body brought a direct boost to strength. Although the cultivation speed was slowed by the ‘Evil’ aura, the improvement of the physical body was significantly faster.
This was also one of the key points for cultivators to resist the ‘Evils’ after the great change.
Without this aspect of enhancement, the Azure Cloud Holy Sect would have long perished in the repeated great attacks of the ‘Evils,’ unable to persist until now.
“With such potential in a physical body, if cultivated to the extreme, it might surpass the physical body of the chaotic void and the first source world?” Lin Yuan marveled internally.
Whether it was the chaotic void or the first source world, Lin Yuan’s physical body was already quite terrifying. But the physical body of this source world could surpass both? More astonishingly, such a physical body was already ‘widespread’ in this world?
Of course, because it was impossible to fully harness, the life forms in this world had a physical body with boundless potential, yet they fundamentally did not know how to utilize it.
Equivalent to primitive society life, having nuclear weapons but using them as stones to smash.
Lin Yuan adjusted his breathing, quickly recovering a bit, and managed to sit up from the bed.
At the same time, images flashed through his mind.
“Elder Li actually fell to the ‘Evil’?” Lin Yuan’s eyebrows slightly furrowed.
The reason he suffered such severe injuries was related to Elder Li’s fall to the ‘Evil.’
Elder Li, the Azure Cloud Holy Sect’s senior disciple, would often lead many juniors to disperse the nearby ‘Evil’ aura.
Large amounts of ‘Evil’ aura accumulating would give birth to a terrifying ‘Evil.’ Therefore, the Azure Cloud Holy Sect’s disciples would periodically patrol the surroundings, dispersing the accumulated ‘Evil’ aura to prevent the birth of ‘Evils.’
During the most recent dispersal of the ‘Evil’ aura, Elder Li, leading the team, upon discovering a source of concentrated ‘Evil’ aura, secretly absorbed and devoured it.
This scene was discovered by the ‘Original Body,’ and Elder Li directly acted, using the ‘Evil’ aura to corrupt the ‘Original Body’s’ mental consciousness, creating the illusion of death at the hands of the ‘Evil.’
The ‘Original Body’s’ mental consciousness should indeed have been thoroughly corrupted and consumed by the ‘Evil’ aura, but it was immediately replaced by Lin Yuan. With Lin Yuan’s mental will, he naturally resisted the subsequent corruption by the ‘Evil’ aura, and thus appeared to ‘come back to life’ in Elder Fang’s eyes.
"Embrace the Demonic."
Lin Yuan's thoughts spread out.
After the great transformation of the universe, boundless demonic energy flooded the world, causing unprecedented impact on cultivators. Upon witnessing the power of demons, cultivators gradually developed two distinct perspectives.
One group insisted on maintaining the current cultivation system and were known as traditional cultivators.
The other group chose to embrace the Demonic, becoming Demonic Cultivators.
In the eyes of these cultivators, demons were immortal, and the only way to combat them was to become one with their power.
Thus, the concept of Embracing the Demonic was born.
"For Embracing the Demonic, it's essentially about using a cultivator as a vessel to nurture a powerful demon."
Lin Yuan recalled the Qingyun Holy Sect's evaluation of Demonic Cultivators.
The Qing Holy Sect was a traditional cultivation faction that strictly prohibited Embracing the Demonic. While initially, Embracing the Demonic could grant significant power boosts, over time, the demonic energy's influence would corrupt the cultivator's mind, pushing them closer to becoming true demons.
"Right now, the urgent matter is how to deal with Senior Brother Li."
Lin Yuan's thoughts converged, his expression turning serious.
Senior Brother Li used demonic energy to erode the 'Original Body's' will, aiming to silence him and prevent the news of his Embracing the Demonic from spreading. If he discovered I'm still alive, he wouldn't stop.
"Senior Brother Li, as the eldest disciple of the Qingyun Holy Sect, possesses the strength of a Sovereign Realm. In my current state, I am no match for him."
Lin Yuan shook his head gently.
Moreover, after Embracing the Demonic, Senior Brother Li's power would surge even further, possibly reaching the Chaos Realm.
In this situation, facing Senior Brother Li's murderous intent, Lin Yuan had no means to defend himself.
Unless he used the Boundary-Breaking Source Power.
However, the Boundary-Breaking Sourcepower was a last resort, a hidden trump card.
Especially with the specific depth of this source world unknown, using the Boundary-Breaking Sourcepower rashly might bring unforeseen dangers.
"Enough."
Lin Yuan thought for a moment and immediately contacted Fang Elder, who had just left.
"What's the matter?"
Fang Elder quickly appeared, looking at Lin Yuan, "You're recovering well, why are you seeking me?"
"Fang Elder, I have a significant matter to report to the Sect Leader."
Lin Yuan was certain that Fang Elder was not aligned with Senior Brother Li; otherwise, the moment He Awakened, Senior Brother Li Would Have Known, and Would Likely Have Already Arrived.
Therefore, Fang Elder was Trustworthy.
"Significant matter?"
Fang Elder glanced at Lin Yuan, "What significant matter?"
"A matter concerning the Demonic."
Lin Yuan said.
Given the certainty that he was no match for Senior Brother Li, the Qingyun Holy Sect was his only reliance.
"Demonic?"
Fang Elder's expression turned serious.
Lin Yuan was injured by the Demonic, and this statement was quite convincing for Fang Elder.
At the very least, it wasn't baseless.
"Is it truly a significant matter? Disturbing the Sect Leader for trivial matters will result in punishment," Fang Elder reminded.
"I am certain."
Lin Yuan nodded.
"Very well, follow me."
Fang Elder immediately planned to take Lin Yuan.
"Fang Elder," Lin Yuan said, "This matter is important, don't let it slip out."
Lin Yuan Feared That Fang Elder Might Unintentionally Reveal It to Senior Brother Li, Adding Unnecessary Variables.
"Rest assured."
Fang Elder glanced at Lin Yuan, "I know the gravity."
Regardless of whether Lin Yuan had a true significant matter, before receiving confirmation from the Sect Leader, Fang Elder would not disclose it externally.
"Follow me."
Fang Elder took a step, and the time and space shifted.
In the blink of an eye, they arrived at a grand hall.
Above the grand hall, a middle-aged man in a green robe sat.
At that moment, the middle-aged man opened his eyes and looked at Fang Elder and Lin Yuan.
"Sect Leader."
Fang Elder bowed slightly and briefly recounted Lin Yuan's situation.
"What matter?"
The Qingyun Holy Sect Leader looked at Lin Yuan, his tone calm.
"Sect Leader."
Lin Yuan glanced at Fang Elder standing beside him.
"Then I shall leave first."
Fang Elder paused, then immediately turned and left.
For a moment, only Lin Yuan and the Qingyun Holy Sect Leader remained in the grand hall.
"Speak, what matter."
The Qingyun Holy Sect Leader said.
"Senior Brother Li has Embraced the Demonic."
Lin Yuan didn't beat around the bush, speaking directly.
"Li Qing has fallen to the influence of demonic energy?"
Qingyun Holy Sect’s Supreme Master’s pupils dilated, and he stood up from his throne.
"How did you come to know this?"
Qingyun Holy Sect’s Supreme Master’s eyes narrowed slightly, and the surrounding space-time became oppressively heavy.
Li Qing, the eldest disciple of Qingyun Holy Sect, had been groomed to be the next Supreme Master. For Lin Yuan to directly state that Li Qing had fallen to the influence of demonic energy, the Supreme Master naturally found it hard to believe.
"The reason I have been affected by demonic energy is that I detected Li Qing absorbing and consuming it." Lin Yuan looked at the Supreme Master and spoke.
The Supreme Master of Qingyun Holy Sect did not respond, only silently gazing at Lin Yuan.
"Supreme Master, if this is a lie, I am willing to accept any punishment."
Lin Yuan said.
"I understand."
Qingyun Holy Sect’s Supreme Master closed his eyes.
Jade Clarity Hall.
This was the grand hall of the eldest disciple of Qingyun Holy Sect, second only to the Supreme Master’s residence.
At this moment, inside the grand hall, Li Qing sat cross-legged.
"To preserve the legacy of Qingyun Holy Sect, we must rely on the power of the demonic."
Li Qing silently thought to himself. As the eldest disciple of Qingyun Holy Sect, he yearned more than anyone for the sect to continue its legacy.
However, the ‘demons’ in the world were growing more numerous and powerful, making it increasingly difficult for traditional cultivators to resist them. The last major demonic attack had nearly depleted the sect’s reserves.
Li Qing was well aware of the dangers of falling to the influence of demonic energy, but it was the fastest way to enhance his strength, and there was no other choice.
"Hmm?"
Just then, Li Qing was startled to find that the grand array of the Jade Clarity Hall had suddenly activated, and a powerful space-time force was pressing down on him.
"Not good!"
Li Qing’s expression changed drastically. He tried to rush out, but he was firmly bound by the array’s force.
"Master?"
Li Qing could hardly believe it. The only one who could activate the entire Qingyun Holy Sect’s grand array was the Supreme Master, his Master.
Rustle.
The space-time shifted.
Li Qing instantly appeared outside the grand hall.
He saw the Supreme Master of Qingyun Holy Sect at a higher position, and Lin Yuan standing beside him.
"You’re not dead?"
Li Qing’s eyes showed disbelief. Lin Yuan had somehow survived the demonic energy’s corruption.
"Li Qing, give up your resistance."
The Supreme Master of Qingyun Holy Sect looked at Li Qing and said, "I just need to confirm that you are not involved with the demonic."
Although the Supreme Master did not believe his disciple would fall to the influence of demonic energy, he had to consider the worst-case scenario.
In any case, a thorough examination would not be a bad thing.
"Master."
Li Qing looked at the Supreme Master, his tone slightly complex, "I have indeed fallen to the influence of demonic energy."
The moment he saw Lin Yuan, Li Qing realized he could not hide the truth anymore.
Regarding such a major matter, the Supreme Master of Qingyun Holy Sect would definitely need to confirm it with him.
"Li Qing, you?"
The Supreme Master of Qingyun Holy Sect shook his head slightly, his expression showing a hint of sorrow, "Do you not know what falling to the influence of demonic energy means?"
"Master, I do know."
Li Qing nodded, "But I also know that if I do not fall to its influence, how long would Qingyun Holy Sect be able to withstand the next major demonic attack?"
"Master, you should also be aware that with Qingyun Holy Sect’s current reserves, even if we can withstand the next major demonic attack, what about the one after that? And the one after that?"
"Not falling to the influence of demonic energy, Qingyun Holy Sect will eventually be unable to resist the major Demons. But falling to its influence, Qingyun Holy Sect has a glimmer of hope."
Li Qing said.
"Falling to the influence of demonic energy will only create an even more powerful ‘Demon’ in this world." The Supreme Master of Qingyun Holy Sect shook his head and said.
"Master, you must believe me, I can definitely resist the influence of demonic energy." Li Qing said urgently.
"Li Qing, you have already been influenced by demonic Energy." The Supreme Master of Qingyun Holy Sect’s gaze was filled with disappointment, and he waved his hand.
Rumble.
A vast Space-Time force crushed down on Li Qing. This was the power of Qingyun Holy Sect’s mountain-protecting grand array, nearly reaching the complete Chaos Realm.
"Master, you actually do not believe me, you actually do not believe me!"
Li Qing’s eyes suddenly burst forth with an incredibly deep demonic energy, eroding the Space-Time force pressing down from all directions.
But it was obvious.
The current Li Qing could not withstand the mountain-protecting grand array of Qingyun Holy Sect and was quickly eradicated.
The current eldest disciple of Qingyun Holy Sect, the disciple with the greatest hope of reaching the Chaos Realm, thus perished.
Lin Yuan stood beside the Supreme Master of Qingyun Holy Sect, silently watching this scene.
Li Qing’s words were indeed the truth. Lin Yuan also felt that Li Qing had truly fallen to the influence of demonic energy to save Qingyun Holy Sect.
Otherwise, with Li Qing’s status, as the eldest disciple of Qing Yun Holy Sect and the future Supreme Master, with boundless prospects, even if Qing Yun Holy Sect was truly breached by major Demons, Li Qing could still escape.
"This world..."
Lin Yuan felt an even deeper sense of the despair faced by the living beings in this world.
(End of Chapter)
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