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Chapter 725: Encountering the Yi Shou Again
Chapter 725: Encountering the Yi Shou Again
As the group ventured into the Source Sea, they were already aware of some of its peculiarities, including the threat posed by the Lost Respectful Spirit. However, this was the first time they, as accomplished Great Way Sovereigns of the current reincarnation era, had encountered the spirit in person.
Despite this, they didn't linger for long.
"Let's go."
Wu Tian Sovereign and the others stared at the spot where the Lost Respectful Spirit had vanished for a while before continuing their journey.
The Lost Respectful Spirit was a nuisance within the Source Sea, and destroying it offered no benefits. Instead, it was the Respectful Beast-level Yi Shou that posed a slight threat, but killing them would yield valuable resources from their remains.
Chen Mu also recalled the move he had just faced. Although it was an ancient projection of a sovereign corrupted by the Great Way, the attack he endured was not from their ancient techniques but rather a mix of Primordial Chaos Force.
This indicated that these Lost Respectful Spirits were merely vessels for the Great Way, with no connection to their past.
Regardless of their former strength or glory, they were now devoid of self-awareness, assimilated into the Primordial Way, and subject to the ebb and flow of the Source River.
...
Chen Mu and his companions continued their journey.
Not long after, a vast expanse of land emerged from the distant, shimmering Waylight.
Calling it land might not be entirely accurate, as everything in the vast Source Sea was formed from the Primordial Chaos Force. The land-like region was also a solidified manifestation of this force.
"Hmm?"
"Let's go take a look."
Wu Tian Sovereign and the others had also noticed the land and, without much thought, unanimously decided to investigate.
After wandering in the Source Sea for so long, encountering only one Lost Respectful Spirit, they had yet to stumble upon any opportunities. Now, discovering an unusual land in the vast sea, they naturally wanted to explore it.
Swish! Swish!!!
The group advanced together, stepping onto the land in unison, with Chen Mu among them.
As soon as he set foot on the land, Chen Mu felt his body sink slightly, not due to an attack but because the land was imbued with a dense Primordial Chaos Force, making it highly suppressive.
However, as Great Way Sovereigns, the group was not hindered by the suppressive nature of the force. Sensing this unusual pressure, both Wu Tian Sovereign and Shou Shen Zun Zhe's faces lit up with joy.
An opportunity!
Within the chaotic Primordial Chaos Force of the Source Sea, the birth of a Great Way treasure or a Primordial treasure required the force to reach a certain level of density.
If this land were ordinary, similar to the outer regions, the likelihood of valuable treasures emerging would be low. But with such intense suppression and a concentration of Primordial Chaos Force surpassing the outer layers, there was no doubt that this place was more likely to produce treasures of value!
Chen Mu's eyes also glinted with a hint of light.
He had come to explore the Source Sea in search of these treasures, although the Primordial treasures he sought were rare. In the Source Sea, opportunities and luck played a more significant role than strength. Even the weakest Great Way Sovereigns faced no threat of annihilation, and the strongest had to explore patiently.
The group entered the land and headed towards its center, each person concealing their aura and moving with caution.
After all, this land was clearly extraordinary, and while it might give rise to valuable resources, it could also spawn Respectful Beast-level Yi Shou and even the troublesome Lost Respectful Spirits.
...
The land's expanse exceeded their imagination.
As the land was almost entirely composed of dense Primordial Chaos Force, methods like probing and sensing were limited. Even Chen Mu could only perceive a range of millions of miles.
The land's size far exceeded millions of miles, and its interior even featured twisted void structures.
As they ventured forward,
After an unknown distance, they finally encountered another Lost Respectful Spirit.
"Burn Through the Sky!"
On the distant land, a golden figure suddenly leaped from the void, resembling a blazing sun. It was a Lost Respectful Spirit standing tall, facing the group. With a single arm raised high, its palm erupted in scorching light, as if holding a destructive sun, which it smashed towards Chen Mu and the others.
It seemed as though the will of the Lost Respectful Spirit had manifested, unleashing its unique abilities, but in reality, everything was merely an illusion formed by the chaotic Primordial Chaos Force. The surging and majestic Day-Fire, at its core, was not powered by the Great Way, but by the chaotic and complex Primordial Chaos Force.
"No Limit, No Heaven."
"Return to the Void, Break Illusion!"
"Extinction."
Facing the sudden onslaught of the Lost Respectful Spirit, Chen Mu, and the other Great Way Sovereigns reacted swiftly. In an instant, they unleashed eight paths of Great Way power, tearing through the sky and colliding with the falling, radiant Day-Fire.
Like a setting sun meeting the vast ocean, the two mighty forces clashed, causing a tumultuous upheaval. After a brief struggle, Chen Mu and the other seven's attacks proved superior, completely shredding the radiant Day-Fire.
Boom!!!
The eight attacks continued unabated, pressing forward and striking the figure bathed in golden light.
The combined might of the eight Great Way Sovereigns, led by Wu Tian Sovereign, created a terrifying force that distorted and collapsed the Great Way power in the area.
Amidst this overwhelming power, the golden figure of the Lost Respectful Spirit quickly disintegrated.
However, as it dissipated, it seemed that Chen Mu's attack had stirred the Great Way, and a glimmer of consciousness appeared in its lifeless eyes. It seemed to comprehend its surroundings, and a fleeting mix of emotions—regret, resentment, and more—flashed in its eyes. But in the end, it was completely annihilated by the eight sovereign-level attacks.
Chen Mu noticed this and paused, a thoughtful expression on his face. He turned to look at Wu Tian Sovereign and the others, who had also witnessed this scene. Wu Tian Sovereign shook his head and said, "Our attacks disturbed the Great Way, momentarily awakening a trace of its original self. But it was only a fleeting moment. To recover from the depths of the Great Way, from the bottom of the Source River, is but a dreamer's fantasy. Even with our full assistance, it's impossible."
"Those who merge with the Great Way and attain sovereignty may gain immortality, but it comes at a price. If one's will is overwhelmed and completely eroded by the Primordial Way, they become a cornerstone of the Great Way, never to return."
Canyang Zun Zhe nodded in agreement.
This was the way of the world. Divine beings transcended the mundane, but they were still bound by the vast universe. Great Way Sovereigns stood above the universe, yet they were subject to the ultimate rules. Only by achieving true transcendence could one reach the other shore.
No one knew if transcending the ultimate rules meant reaching the end, as even Great Way Sovereigns couldn't perceive beyond transcendence. It was like a creature within an eggshell, unaware of the outside world unless it broke free.
"Let's go."
Chen Mu gazed at the spot where the golden figure had vanished for a moment, then continued forward with the others.
Chen Mu had already surpassed the cosmic cycle and was on the verge of comprehending the Chronicle Way. At least during the ten long cosmic cycles, he would not be threatened by the erosion of the Great Way. But without true transcendence, his journey continued.
Encountering the Lost Respectful Spirit repeatedly made Chen Mu, who had recently attained sovereignty, feel less superior. Witnessing ancient beings who had achieved sovereignty but failed to transcend and were consumed by the Great Way made him realize that his journey was not yet complete. He still had to strive forward.
...
"Wait!"
Chen Mu and Wu Tian Sovereign continued their journey, and after an unknown distance, Chen Mu's eyes flickered, signaling the group to halt. He closed his eyes slightly to sense their surroundings.
The others immediately stopped, and one of them asked, "Chen Zun, did you sense something?"
After a brief moment of perception, Chen Mu opened his eyes and gazed in one direction, his voice deep and solemn. "There's a beast."
"Oh?"
At Chen Mu's words, everyone's eyes flickered with interest.
There was no doubt about Chen Mu's perception, as he was a Great Way Sovereign of the Xu Kong lineage, known for their superior sensing abilities. The Lost Respectful Spirit was an enigmatic entity, a product of chaotic Primordial Chaos Force, making it difficult to detect. However, beasts were tangible beings, and detecting their presence was not as challenging.
"Where is it?"
"Where is what?" Wu Tian Sovereign immediately inquired.
Within the Source Sea, when discussing the value of resources, Primordial Oddities held the highest worth, followed by Way Oddities, and the least valuable were the Pillager-grade Crystal Beasts. After all, these beasts inherently possessed a certain level of Primordial Chaos construction, and hunting one within the Source Sea was akin to hunting in the Yuan Realm. They could gain Primordial insights and rewards from the beasts' bodies in both cases.
Although they hadn't encountered any Way Oddities of higher value during their exploration, encountering a Pillager-grade Crystal Beast was still better than nothing. At least their efforts hadn't been in vain.
"Follow me," Chen Mu said, wasting no time. He flashed forward, concealing his aura, and headed in a specific direction.
Wu Tian Sovereign and the others followed closely behind.
After a short while, the group arrived at a peculiar canyon. The entire canyon was filled with a special, translucent substance—a kind of oddity resource, though it didn't quite meet the standards of a Way Oddity. It still held value for the Shenjun of the Nine Heavens, but for Way Sovereigns, it was commonplace.
The group's attention wasn't focused on this peculiar crystal jade but on a small hill in the depths of the canyon. As they drew closer, even Wu Tian Sovereign and the others could clearly sense the thick life force emanating from within the 'small hill.'
Indeed, it was a Pillager-grade Crystal Beast! This beast was composed of translucent jade-like stones, with an extremely peculiar appearance. Upon closer inspection, they could perceive that its body not only contained Creation power but also a hint of the mysteries of time.
"Everyone, let's begin," Wu Tian Sovereign said after a brief observation.
Pillager-grade Crystal Beasts posed little threat to Way Sovereigns. Even the most powerful beast could be handled with ease by the weakest Way Sovereign, though killing it might be challenging.
However, there were eight Way Sovereigns present, and even the most formidable beast couldn't withstand their combined might. It had no chance of escape.
Without needing Wu Tian Sovereign's prompt, the numerous Way Sovereigns swiftly approached the beast from various directions. In the next instant, they all attacked simultaneously.
The Pillager-grade Crystal Beast, with its crystalline structure, awoke with a startled roar and howl. Its body was enveloped in countless mirror lights that shone in all directions.
These mirror lights spread and connected with the special crystal jade forming the valley, converging into a dazzling white light that seemed to engulf Creation, swallow the void, and erase the passage of time!
Clearly, this was the beast's birthplace, and it had the advantage of terrain, creating a unique array!
However, everyone present was a Way Sovereign vying for dominion over the cosmos. With eight of them working together, they remained unperturbed by this situation. Each of them employed their unique methods to counter the dazzling mirror lights from all directions.
Chen Mu raised his hand, and a force of the void coalesced into a void blade in his palm. He swung the blade, tearing through the void, piercing through the cosmos, and forcibly ripping through the mirror lights.
Boom! Boom! Boom!!!
The eight directions erupted with earth-shattering Way power, and the eight forces collided violently, quickly tearing through the mirror lights one by one.
The mirror lights covering the entire valley were like a curtain, forcibly torn open in eight places. Then, with a sudden surge of power from these eight openings, the entire mirror light shattered, along with the countless crystal jade pieces covering the strange valley, which cracked and emitted crisp shattering sounds.
Crack! Crack!
As the crystal jade pieces in the valley shattered, the eight surging Way pressures finally converged, suppressing the Pillager-grade Crystal Beast, pinning it down!
(End of Chapter)
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