C1290 To Tell Each Other the Truth

In the Deep Starfield, the true world beyond our own, the Yin God maneuvered the Dragon Slash Platform, having just left the rare stone behind when Yu Yuan's true form swiftly captured it.

The Yin God returned to the Consciousness Little World. Yu Yuan, gripping the Dragon Slash Platform tightly, used it to cautiously detect any unusual activity in the vicinity. He listened intently...

At this moment, the nefarious Yang Gods who had broken free from the thirty-six Totem Pillars, along with the "Little Medicine God" Chu Yao, had seized the chance to distance themselves. Utilizing the special jade plates provided by Lin Yan, they sought the moving "Galaxy Crossing," eager to depart the Outer Battlefield posthaste.

Remaining behind were only Faang Yao and Yuan Lianyao within the cauldron. Lianyao could barely contain her excitement; her neck, marred with cracks, stretched proudly as her fiery, crystal-like eyes fixed upon Yu Yuan.

"Shh!" Yu Yuan gestured for silence.

Both Lianyao and the equally stirred Faang Yao instantly fell silent.

Moments later, Yu Yuan exhaled a quiet sigh of relief, grateful for the absence of any ominous butterfly wing flutters.

After harnessing the demonic energies from atop the Totem Pillars through the Spinosaurus and Titan's offspring, he refrained from attempting to destroy the pillars, masterfully crafted by the Demon Palace's Supreme. He avoided further conflict, sparing Lin Zhuyun and the Yin Corpse King, due to other considerations.

The Chaos Roc had meticulously refined and constructed the interior of the rare stone. While it had consecrated over half of the thirty-six Totem Pillars, sixteen remained unfinished. The pillar linked to the Demon Phoenix Race, in particular, was beyond the Chaos Roc's capacity to refine.

The Totem Pillars, diligently forged by the Demon Phoenix, posed an unknown risk if he were to attempt their destruction with the Dragon Slash Platform.

Thus, he chose to withdraw, sensing that any rash actions might provoke the Demon Phoenix and the Chaos Roc. Consequently, the small world within the rare stone became the stage for a strategic tripartite standoff between Yu Yuan, the Demon Palace, and the Chaos Roc.

He had an intuition that the Divine Butterfly's wingbeats were aiding his Yin God's entry, and this was precisely the outcome he desired.

The Void Spirit Succubus had not yet revealed itself. Deep within the Deep Starfield, an Origin Realm Gate stood open, and the enigmatic Origin Realm God seemed poised to intervene at any moment.

As a result, he refrained from further destruction or causing upheaval.

At last, he reabsorbed the Dragon Slash Platform into his body.

Yet, even with this precaution, he couldn't be certain whether the Void Spirit Succubus was still lurking in the shadows, watching him...

"Senior Hong, what concerns you?" Faang Yao inquired after observing Yu Yuan's subtle relaxation.

"The Void Spirit Succubus," Yu Yuan replied candidly. He glanced toward the heart of the Deep Starfield and briefly described the anomalies within. He mentioned how Pei Yuling, alongside an elder from the Dark Elfkind, had forged the Origin Realm Gate, and how the Void Spirit Succubus's spatial abilities could permeate any region of the fragmented Starfield.

"So that's the reason!" Faang Yao realized, then shared with Yu Yuan that Chu Yao had also spoken of the peculiar transformations occurring on the massive meteorite.

Comparing notes, Faang Yao felt he had found the answer.

"I'll leave you two to catch up," Faang Yao said, not wanting to intrude. "But don't linger too long..."

With consideration, he reminded Yu Yuan that Yuan Lianyao's true form was still in seclusion within the Red Devil Sect's sacred grounds, emphasizing the importance of this fact.

Then, transforming into a colossal orb of fire, Faang Yao departed.

Yuan Lianyao, stepping off the Red Demon Bell she had refined, emerged from the Evil Cauldron and approached Yu Yuan. "This Demon Bell resembles the Evil Cauldron. I chose it because it looked similar to your cauldron," she said, her smile radiant.

She seemed utterly unconcerned with the imperfections of her Yang God form.

The memory of Yu Yuan's desperate rush to her side, without a moment's hesitation when Lim Zhuyun had held her captive to threaten him, filled her with warmth and happiness.

The wondrous Red Demon Bell transformed into a set of dark red armor, which she donned gracefully.

The armor hugged her figure, accentuating her sinuous, captivating curves. Her long, straight legs shimmered with a red glow, dazzling to behold.

Alone, she had no reservations, locking her gaze onto Yu Yuan's eyes.

After a few moments, she willingly embraced him, seeking the comfort of his arms.

Holding her felt like cradling warm, exquisite jade. Yu Yuan savored this rare and hard-won encounter. "You're too impatient. Even though the Red Devil Sect's Devil Spell allows for rapid cultivation, you..."

With a look of concern, he gently pulled back to examine the crack on her neck. As his finger traced the fissure, he felt the heat of her flame energy seeping out.

He realized instantly that these flaws would cause Yuan Lianyao's refined flame power to leak continuously, affecting both her cultivation pace and the tempering of her Yang God.

"Everyone is advancing rapidly; I can't afford to fall behind. Ann of the Blood God Cult has already set out. Lau Ying, Chen Qingyan—these girls with unparalleled talents—are all rumored to be refining their Yang Gods. How can I afford to be complacent? I'm deeply worried that I'll be the last to see you, that it will take me far too long to catch up."

"You're aware that I lack their astonishing talents and impressive family heritage. My favor from the Red Devil Sect, Lord Faang, and the Demonic Seed is all thanks to your influence."

"I..." Yuan Lianyao, known as the Blazing Red Lotus, whispered her deepest fears while clinging to him more tightly.

She was battling feelings of inadequacy.

Chen Qingyan, Lau Ying, and Ann Ziqing—all deeply connected to Yu Yuan—were the brightest stars in the Boundless Land. In comparison, she felt she couldn't match their speed of cultivation or their formidable backgrounds.

Finally emerging into the world, she had heard rumors of Yu Yuan in the Outland Star River, keeping close company with the legendary first empress. They had been traveling together for an extended period.

Yuan Lianyao's heart ached with a sense of sorrow and powerlessness.

She was inextricably bound to the Red Devil Sect, constrained by endless restrictions.

In that moment, as she embraced Yu Yuan, she actually felt a sense of gratitude towards Lim Zhuyun. She was thankful for being imprisoned and used as leverage against Yu Yuan, as it had allowed her to witness the lengths he would go to for her.

It made her realize that she had always held a place in Yu Yuan's heart.

And not just any place—she was incredibly important to him!

She clung to him more tightly, fearing that if she let go, he might leave and they would be worlds apart for decades, or even centuries, struggling to see each other again.

"You soared too high, too quickly, and I... I just can't keep up. The thought of us drifting further apart makes me so sad and powerless," she whispered softly.

Yu Yuan, unsure of how to console her, gently patted her back over and over.

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In the same shattered starfield, the Luan Bird Queen, who had been in a deep slumber, fluttered her long eyelashes.

Yan Qiling, Moore, and Yan Ziyang of the Ghost Spirit Sect all tensed up, watching her with a mix of fear and reverence.

Yu Yiyi's brows furrowed, a sign of her growing anxiety.

After what seemed like an eternity, Chen Qinghuang lazily opened her eyes, and the dark starfield was suddenly illuminated by the brilliance of two sparkling emerald gems.

"Where is he?" she asked in her characteristically detached tone.

"He had to attend to something and went elsewhere. He'll return shortly," Yan Ziyang replied, approaching with a bowed waist and lowered head.

Chen Qinghuang cast a casual glance at Yan Qiling.

Feeling a jolt of nervousness, Yan Qiling chuckled awkwardly and assured her, "Don't worry, there won't be any issues. He should be back any moment now."

Chen Qinghuang then turned her gaze to Yu Yiyi.

Yu Yiyi averted her eyes and declared, "My master is doing very well! Nothing has happened to him, and he's reaped many rewards!"

"Oh," the empress responded, nodding indifferently. "Then you may have him return. He should continue as planned and head to the meteorite that houses the Realm Gate."

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