C1120 Three Gods Arriving at the Same Time!
Beyond the borders of Ionodios.
In the Annihilation Nebula, a nondescript square continent was home to a grayish-brown mountain peak that suddenly split apart.
Boulders tumbled down with a thunderous crash, and the land began to fracture and burst as if on the verge of explosion.
As the rocks fell away, they revealed an enormous stone statue. The statue had two faces: one exuded kindness and warmth, while the other was fraught with a violence that could destroy the heavens and the earth.
This Evil Statue, which had vanished along with the Soulforge Pool into the Domain Channel, now towered like a mountain, seemingly inhabited by beings whose presence emitted an overwhelming, bloodthirsty aura capable of crushing the cosmos.
Boom! Boom!
With the continent's destruction, the Evil Statue stepped into the cold, shadowy Star River, like an ancient deity traversing layers of time and space.
In just a few moments, it traversed distances within the Star River that spanned hundreds of millions of miles.
...
The ice energy from the Annihilation Nebula coalesced into a thick cold fog, continuing to converge upon this world and seep back into the ocean's depths.
Lin Zhuyun had once reached the deep sea below by relying on a Celestial Ice Crystal.
An abnormal disturbance stirred up a massive tsunami, shattering the fragile ice layer atop the sea in an instant.
Whoosh!
Soon after, a colossal beam of light erupted from the depths, striking the starry sea in the extraterrestrial domain.
Within the beam, a shadowy figure was barely discernible, wrapped in endless divine light and lightning, wielding a might that could make the gods themselves quiver.
...
In a place as wondrous as the Embers Sea, the Abyssal Leviathan, in the form of a gaunt old man, revealed two eyes—one crimson, the other pearlescent—each displaying a different extraordinary vision.
The Ghoul King, standing beside him, watched as the immense Evil Statue and the powerful pillar of light appeared in his eyes, his face shifting with emotion.
"Master?"
The Ghoul King's voice trembled as he spoke.
The Abyssal Leviathan remained silent, using his powers and innate abilities to sense the surroundings in secret.
After some time, the visions in his eyes faded, and he inhaled deeply before sighing, "Boulderdawn's reach is truly vast."
"Are there two more?" inquired the Ghoul King, seeking confirmation.
The Abyssal Leviathan nodded slightly, hesitated for a moment, and then muttered something toward Ionodios.
The Ghoul King couldn't make out what was said.
Yet, within the inner world of Ionodios, beings of stature like President Lyi and Jun Chen, as well as Taishi, heard the bargaining between the two.
"Taishi, I have to say, I truly admire the tactics and strategies of your Boulderdawn Sect. Luckily, I know you all too well. My refusal to enter Ionodios saved me from your ploy."
"Now, you're aware I'm set on leaving, and no one can stop me, right?"
"How about handing the girl over to me? I'll exit the Annihilation Nebula immediately. Moreover, I assure you, I'll have no further schemes or actions against anyone else."
"Let's all agree that this encounter never happened. Shall we call it even?"
"..."
The Abyssal Leviathan negotiated with the owner of the bronze coffin in a conciliatory tone.
"Fine."
Taishi's melodious voice echoed through the expanse beyond the Star River.
A swirl of greenish-black light morphed into a sinister flower, enveloping Lin Zhuyun, who lay on the ground, unnoticed and unattended. It then tore through the wall of Ionodios.
Whoosh!
A streak of dark green light shimmered across the Star River, swiftly transporting Lin Zhuyun to the island where the Abyssal Leviathan awaited, depositing her at his feet.
Lin Zhuyun, unconscious, was infused with the essence of Ice Shards.
The gaunt Abyssal Leviathan glanced down at her before gently placing her on a lounge chair. He then grinned at Ionodios, offered a thankful bow, and said, "Many thanks. I'll leave you be for now. Until next time."
With those words, the massive extraterrestrial rock silently departed.
Shortly thereafter...
Whoosh!
The Deathwing Lair, encased within the Dissolving Fortress and carrying numerous beings, also breached the wall of the Star River, emerging amidst the cosmic flow.
In that instant, the Abyssal Leviathan and Yu Yuan within the fortress felt a mutual awareness.
Yu Yuan shifted his gaze toward another stretch of the Star River, beyond the vast expanse of Ionodios. He saw nothing, but the Dragon Slaying Stage in his grasp seemed to collapse the space between them, allowing him to sense the Abyssal Leviathan's watchful eye.
Yu Yuan offered a wry smile, shaking his head in bemusement.
"What's so funny?" Chen Qinghuang's face, once again hidden behind the beaded curtain, questioned. "The Abyssal Leviathan wouldn't dare touch you in the Annihilation Nebula."
"No, what amuses me is the change in the nature of his attention towards me. Back in Ionodios and the Annihilation Nebula, I often felt as if someone was covertly watching me." Yu Yuan paused, then clarified, "I had always assumed it was the cosmic giant beast. But now, I realize it might not have been him, but rather Taishi."
"Taishi has been observing me since the moment I entered the Annihilation Nebula, scrutinizing my every move," Yu Yuan murmured, almost as if he were speaking in his sleep.
Deep within his heart, a torrent of thoughts emerged, including the immense phantom within his dominant soul yearning to awaken.
The words of Taishi, the demeanor of Tian Zang and the other cultivators, Yu Yiyi's piety, and the increasingly resonant connection with the Dragon Slaying Stage...
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!
An enormous Evil Statue materialized out of nowhere in the icy depths of the Star River.
Every Otherkin expert, along with cultivators like Tong Laoqian, Qi Yunhong, and Wen Lu, let out cries of alarm upon witnessing the statue.
Many had previously encountered this Evil Statue within the Moonfall Sanctuary.
Yu Yuan himself was startled, exclaiming, "It's that one!"
Having grown significantly since its venture into the Star River, the Evil Statue approached from the direction of the fortress, seemingly heading straight for Ionodios.
To the others, the statue continued its majestic flight through the Star River unabated.
Yet, when Yu Yuan's gaze fell upon it, the statue seemed to recognize his presence amidst the crowd within the fortress.
The Evil Statue halted briefly in response.
Its malevolent and wicked visage swiftly transformed into one of benevolence and friendliness.
The two-faced Evil Statue, now with hands, smiled towards the fortress and gently waved its arms as if warmly greeting an old friend from a distance.
The next moment, the Evil Statue with its dual countenances resumed its flight towards Ionodios.
The gathered experts from various races, including Hu Caiyun, the Ghost King Taruer, and Luo Yue, all stared at Yu Yuan with expressions of bewilderment.
"That's another God-King from Boulderdawn."
Beru of the Starborn hesitated for a long time before uttering these words.
"God-King!"
"A second God-King!"
"Whether it's Taishi or this entity, why do they place such high value on Yu Yuan?"
Everyone within the Dissolving Fortress was filled with immense surprise and suspicion. They all pondered what it was about Yu Yuan that had earned him the unwavering trust of the Boulderdawn Sect from start to finish.
Clear-minded individuals like Beru, Mia, and Hu Caiyun believed that Taishi refrained from attacking Chen Qinghuang and permitted her to guide everyone away from Ionodios as a courtesy to Yu Yuan.
But on what grounds did Yu Yuan command such respect, as if he were more esteemed than the heavens themselves?
Was it because in his past life, he was Hong Qi of the Order of Healing, a Divine Level herbalist?
When Boulderdawn sent shockwaves through the heavens and made the myriad races of the starry sky tremble, the Order of Healing hadn't even existed. It was inconceivable that a God-King like Taishi would be acquainted with Hong Qi of the new era.
The mystery confounded everyone.
"What exactly does Boulderdawn see in you, Yu Yuan?"
Peach Madam couldn't contain her curiosity any longer. She scrutinized Yu Yuan from every angle, as if trying to see through his brow and delve into his Mindscape to uncover the hidden truth.
