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Chapter 749: Belonging
Chapter 749: Belonging
Within the vast Dimensional Gap, a Milky Way River flows majestically.
Sweeping across the universe and countless layers of time and space, this is the Milky Way Realm, a top-tier dimensional space no weaker than the Chaos Void Dimension. From a distance, its vastness is beyond comprehension.
At this moment, no one knows when, on the edge of this Milky Way River, a majestic figure sits cross-legged.
The size of this figure is so immense that it is nearly one-tenth the size of the entire Milky Way River. Even for a Time Being, whose body is already vast beyond measure in the Milky Way Realm, it appears like a small stream gently flowing beneath this figure's feet.
Layers upon layers of clouds swirl around the figure's body, almost merging with the Dimensional Gap, but at this moment, as the figure raises its right hand and looks down, gazing into its palm, the obscure clouds gradually disperse.
Revealing the boundless vastness of this enormous figure.
"What is this?"
In the palm of the massive figure, a 'particle' sits, and Gray Ancestor's heart turns cold. He looks up at the terrifying pressure emanating from all directions, his face filled with disbelief.
The face looking down from the Celestial Vault belongs to Lin Yuan, whom Gray Ancestor had suppressed. This does not come as a surprise to Gray Ancestor.
Being able to cultivate to the thirteenth rank of a Time Being and possessing several Main Battle Bodies is not unusual.
What truly shocks Gray Ancestor is the sheer power of Lin Yuan's physical body, which is almost unimaginable, equivalent to one-tenth of the entire Milky Way Realm. Gray Ancestor can clearly sense that the body Lin Yuan is displaying is not some illusory manifestation but a genuine physical body.
"Now, what do you have to stop me?"
Lin Yuan looks down at the tiny 'particle' in his palm, his voice booming.
The Taiji Essence Spirit has been suppressed by Gray Ancestor using his own Origin Path, but it is not entirely useless.
To suppress the Taiji Essence Spirit, Gray Ancestor had to disperse a significant amount of his energy and mental power, even unable to fully unleash his own Origin Dark Path.
The slightest misstep could result in the Taiji Essence Spirit breaking free.
"A powerful physical body does not necessarily equate to overwhelming strength."
Gray Ancestor's thoughts settle, and he is indeed shaken by Lin Yuan's formidable body. However, strength is not solely determined by the physical form.
Although Gray Ancestor's body may not match Lin Yuan's, what of it? As a Second Rank Time Being, he possesses numerous means to deal with such physically formidable beings.
"Then let's test it." Lin Yuan doesn't waste words, still gazing down at the 'particle' that is Gray Ancestor in his palm.
"Is that a Second Rank Time Being from the Chaos Void Dimension?"
Within the Milky Way Realm, numerous Time Beings also notice this scene, gazing at the majestic and colossal figure from afar, feeling their mouths go dry. The physical bodies of Time Beings can already change size at will, but if forced to grow, let alone to the extent of one-tenth of the Milky Way Realm, even matching the entire Milky Way Realm is achievable.
However, this is meaningless.
Just because you grow larger doesn't mean your strength will increase.
An overly massive body will only disperse one's one's combat power.
Making it easy for enemies to break through with a single strike.
But the colossal figure before them shows no signs of weakness, and it is a genuine physical body.
"Such a powerful body, even relying solely on its physical might, is enough to suppress us."
Each Time Being observing the battle feels their hearts tremble. In simple terms, as long as Lin Yuan reveals this physical body, even if he stands still and allows them to attack, they won't be able to break through his defenses.
Moreover, any casual attack from Lin Yuan, as long as it grazes them, would be a devastating blow to these First Rank Time Beings.
"Milky Way Sage."
Mo Xu Jun and the other Time Beings are also closely watching the battle, and their thoughts are equally unsettled as they witness the colossal figure before them.
Lin Yuan's strength is too overwhelming, and his growth rate is astonishing, far surpassing what they had observed in the initial timelines.
"However, Milky Way Sage is ultimately not a Second Rank Time Being, and he has yet to comprehend his Origin Path."
Mo Xu Jun can't help but feel a bit worried. The other Time Beings instinctively believe that both Lin Yuan and Gray Ancestor are Second Rank Time Beings.
The current battle is perceived as a conflict between Second Rank Time Beings.
In reality, Lin Yuan has only just entered the First Rank, and even with his profound foundation, he can rival a Second Rank. But no one knows if prolonged fighting will lead to unforeseen issues.
However, although Mo Xu Jun is concerned, he is also aware that the upcoming battle is not something he can interfere with.
Not only can he not intervene, but he also cannot foresee the outcome by observing related future timelines in advance. Even their own future timelines are blurry, let alone those of Lin Yuan and Gray Ancestor.
These First Rank Time Beings cannot perceive the specific details of the future timelines of these two beings.
Except for the Time Beings of the Milky Way Realm who are witnessing the battle.
In the distant gap region, numerous pairs of prying eyes were fixed on the scene.
The battle between two Second Stage Time Lords was a rare sight in the gap region, and no Time Being would miss such an opportunity. Even those of the same Second Stage were observing from a distance.
"I've heard of this Gray Ancestor from a remote gap region, but I didn't expect a Second Stage Time Being from the Chaos Void to be invited here."
Mother of the Snail Realm was perplexed. As a Second Stage Time Being herself, she was well-informed and familiar with many peers of her level, but she had never heard of Lin Yuan.
Lin Yuan's display of power rivaling one-tenth of a Milky Way Realm's physical body meant that this Time Being was undoubtedly a Second Stage expert specializing in physical strength.
However, there were only a few such experts, and they were easily recognizable. Lin Yuan did not fit the profile.
"The Dimensional Gap is vast and boundless, even for Time Lords, and its end remains unknown. Just because I haven't found it doesn't mean it doesn't exist."
Mother of the Snail Realm pondered silently, then turned her gaze towards the Milky Way Core that was about to be born within the Milky Way Realm.
"Forget it, it's not worth the risk to fight for a potential Lord Rank treasure."
Mother of the Snail Realm carefully considered the situation and ultimately shook her head.
She also desired the Milky Way Core, but with two Time Beings already fighting for it, she decided against intervening.
If she did, she might face a joint effort from Lin Yuan and Gray Ancestor to eliminate her.
If there was only one Second Stage Time Being, Mother of the Snail Realm might have taken a chance.
But with two, and one specializing in physical strength, she lost interest in the Milky Way Core.
No matter how precious a treasure, if the cost was too high, it wasn't worth the risk.
At the 'shore' of the Milky Way.
Lin Yuan looked down at the 'particles' in his palm, the true body of Gray Ancestor.
In this battle for the Milky Way Core, Lin Yuan's Taiji Essence Spirit was in the light, while his true body was in the dark.
His Taiji Essence Spirit had just lured Gray Ancestor into a battle, and the latter had exhausted his efforts to suppress it, unaware that it was all part of Lin Yuan's plan.
Among the many future timelines, the Taiji Essence Spirit attracted Gray Ancestor's attention, leading him into the cage set up by Lin Yuan's true body.
This was the most advantageous timeline for Lin Yuan.
"Infinite sand particle universes, suppress!"
Lin Yuan gazed down at Gray Ancestor, and with a slight thought, countless sand particle universes within his body began to glow, emitting a terrifying energy that pressed down on Gray Ancestor through space-time.
Even before reaching the Thirteenth Rank, Lin Yuan's physical body had a foundation almost comparable to that of a Time Being.
After attaining the Thirteenth Rank and receiving the Chaos Void's origin infusion, his physical body had significantly strengthened, even without being fully saturated.
This was why Lin Yuan's true body, at this moment, rivaled one-tenth of a Milky Way Realm.
The Martial Dao Evolution Path excelled in physical strength, and with each particle within his body opening up a universe, his physical body was further enhanced by the support of countless particles.
Boom! A terrifying pressure bore down on Gray Ancestor.
"Hmm?"
Gray Ancestor was prepared, but when he actually felt the pressure, his heart sank.
In his vision, Lin Yuan's body seemed infinitely vast, and within it, countless 'stars' suddenly lit up.
Each 'star' rivaled a lower-dimensional space, and while Gray Ancestor didn't care about these spaces, their sheer number was overwhelming.
Moreover, deep within all the 'stars,' Gray Ancestor vaguely sensed an even larger world.
Gray Ancestor struggled to withstand the pressure from the external 'stars' while also dealing with the turbulent chaos within the Dark World.
Just as Lin Yuan's true body attacked from outside, his Taiji Essence Spirit also began to wreak havoc within the Dark World.
With both internal and external pressures, Gray Ancestor found himself in a dire situation.
"Come out!"
Gray Ancestor frowned and decided to deal with the internal threat first, ignoring the Taiji Essence Spirit and focusing on Lin Yuan's true body.
Although the combined pressure from the Taiji Essence Spirit and Lin Yuan's true body would be greater, at least it would all be external.
Unlike now, where the pressure was both internal and external, leaving Gray Ancestor unsure of which to address first.
"Hahaha, I don't want to come out now."
Lin Yuan's Taiji Essence Spirit had no intention of leaving the Dark World.
At this moment, restraining Gray Ancestor within the Dark World was far more effective than fighting him outside.
"Dark Annihilation!"
With no other choice, Gray Ancestor transformed his aura into the ultimate darkness, resisting the pressure from the infinite sand particle universes.
Lin Yuan, with the accumulated foundation of his true body, continued to crush Gray Ancestor, but the latter, as a seasoned Second Stage Time Being, managed to barely hold his ground.
"Slash!"
Within the Dark World, Lin Yuan's Taiji Essence Spirit wielded the Chaos Taiji Sword, slashing in all directions, and the sharp Taiji Sword Intent continuously tore at the foundation of the Dark World.
This affected the Gray Ancestor himself.
"Why did I have to suck him into the Dark World?" The Gray Ancestor couldn't help but feel a headache. At this moment, his situation was slightly awkward, and with Lin Yuan's Taiji Essence Spirit acting within the Dark World, his combat strength was barely three to four-tenths of its full potential.
In this situation, facing the pressure from the outside world that seemed like a toppling heaven, the Gray Ancestor felt like a lone boat in the middle of a storm, always on the verge of destruction.
"Where did this Second Stage Time Being come from?" The Gray Ancestor felt uncomfortable.
In fact, even without the Taiji Essence Spirit's restraint within the Dark World, the Gray Ancestor still felt he would lose more than win against Lin Yuan's true body.
The existence of the Taiji Essence Spirit only prolonged the time of the Gray Ancestor's defeat and reduced some other variables.
Although Lin Yuan revealed his infinite majestic true body, even a powerful being like the Gray Ancestor was merely a 'particle' in the palm of his hand.
However, the Time Beings who were watching the battle didn't think the Gray Ancestor would definitely lose.
At the Thirteenth Rank, it was difficult to dominate among Time Beings solely based on the strength of one's physical body.
While a robust physical body could provide an advantage, it wasn't absolute.
But as time passed, the 'particle' that was the Gray Ancestor in Lin Yuan's palm still couldn't break free from Lin Yuan's suppression and restraint.
The watching Time Beings' hearts skipped a beat.
"Is the Second Stage Time Being from the Void Dimension being suppressed?"
"Too powerful! The Second Stage Time Being from the Chaotic Void seems to have not only a formidable physical body but also an unimaginable suppression ability."
Amidst the various discussions, the nine Time Beings from the Void Dimension wore grave expressions.
The stronger Lin Yuan became, the more dire their situation in the Void Dimension would be.
If even the Gray Ancestor couldn't stop Lin Yuan, what chance did they have?
They couldn't possibly hide in the Void Dimension for the long years to come. Even if they did, the Void Dimension would eventually face a great annihilation one day.
At that time, the Lord of the Void and other Time Beings would still have to enter the Dimensional Gap.
In the palm of Lin Yuan's true body.
The Gray Ancestor finally couldn't bear it any longer, and he was even less willing to accept the pressure from within than the pressure from the outside world.
A thunderous rumble echoed.
With a slight movement of the Gray Ancestor's Mind's Will, the Dark World within his body began to collapse.
The Taiji Essence Spirit of Lin Yuan, which was trapped within, naturally escaped as the world crumbled.
"Annihilating the Fundamental World, what great courage."
Lin Yuan immediately sensed the Gray Ancestor's actions.
The Dark World, relative to the Gray Ancestor, was similar to Lin Yuan's internal universe.
Of course, at the Thirteenth Rank, even if the internal universe collapsed, it could be condensed again, but it would undoubtedly come at a significant cost.
"Please stop, Your Excellency."
The Gray Ancestor looked up at Lin Yuan and spoke softly.
"Stop?" Lin Yuan gazed down at the Gray Ancestor and also ceased the crushing pressure of the countless sand particles universe.
"Concede?" Lin Yuan asked.
He had no intention of killing the Gray Ancestor.
It was mainly difficult to defeat the Gray Ancestor through normal means.
As for abnormal methods? Returning to the past through the Gateway of Universes and killing the Gray Ancestor's weak past self?
Or directly consuming Boundary-Breaking Essence to eliminate him?
That would be too extravagant.
In the former case, Lin Yuan would also have to endure backlash, albeit less than what a Time Being of the same rank would experience.
The latter option would consume a vast amount of Boundary-Breaking Essence.
It wasn't worth it.
"I concede."
The Gray Ancestor immediately conceded.
At this moment, he clearly understood that he was no match for Lin Yuan, and taking the Milky Way Core had become a delusion.
"That Milky Way Core is yours."
After speaking, the Gray Ancestor's figure turned into a gray mist and disappeared from Lin Yuan's palm.
Lin Yuan didn't stop him.
Earlier, he had been able to suppress the Gray Ancestor because the Taiji Essence Spirit was restraining him within the Dark World.
Most of the Gray Ancestor's methods couldn't be displayed.
Now, with the voluntary collapse of the Dark World, the Gray Ancestor was free from the restrictions of the Taiji Essence Spirit.
Naturally, he could leave Lin Yuan's palm.
To stop the Gray Ancestor from leaving, Lin Yuan would either have to reach the Second Stage and comprehend the Chaos Origin Tai Chi Dao or cultivate the seventh layer of the 'Infinite Void.'
Otherwise, he would also have to pay a price.
Even if Lin Yuan kept the Gray Ancestor's physical body, the latter wouldn't truly perish.
Instead, it would drag both sides into an eternal hatred.
"Milky Way Core."
Lin Yuan's figure rapidly shrunk, and with a quick scoop of his right hand, the Milky Way Core that had already been nurtured in the Milky Way Realm appeared in his palm.
(End of Chapter)
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