C1615 An Accident

As the manifestation of the source of Yin Meridians' will and the first ghost god since ancient times, Youyu was undoubtedly capable of resurrecting Jiang Yuanyuan. Should Youyu come into contact with the "Heavenly Soul Pearl" that held Jiang Yuanyuan's fragmented soul, Nie Qingtian's cherished one could have her soul mended. She could either exist as a ghost or utilize the power of the Yin Meridians' source to embark on the cycle of reincarnation once more. The regrets of Nie Qingtian's past could be rectified in the present day. Regrettably, Nie Qingtian was no longer alive.

"Be cautious, for you possess the essence of the Yin Sunflower within you. The essence has also opened several acupoints in your chest. While it can certainly enhance your strength, remember it originates from the source of Yin Meridians," Yuv Qian advised. Having been purified by the Great Demon God Beilstein, he harbored no reverence for the source of Yin Meridians; his concern was for Yu Yuan's welfare.

He had deliberately led Yu Yuan to the Epitaxial Realm to share the secrets of the underworld, urging Yu Yuan to be vigilant. "I believe the Divine Sword has remained beneath the surface to deter the branch of the Yin Meridians' source," Yuv Qian added.

"Can the source in the vast expanse sense the shifts in the Epitaxial Realm through its subterranean branch?" Yu Yuan inquired with curiosity.

"I'm not entirely certain," Yuv Qian admitted, shaking his head.

After a moment of reflection, Yu Yuan declared, "Truthfully, I'm not concerned. Once I advance further and ascend to godhood, the source of Yin Meridians in the vast expanse will pose no constraint on me. It doesn't matter that I've only opened a few acupoints with the Yin Sunflower Essence. Even if I were filled with it, like Pei Yuling, I could still purify it."

"I have the power to completely transform it, to harness it for my own purposes."

His confidence stemmed from his exchanges with Beilstein, knowing that in a previous life, he had traversed the Geocentric Fire and reached the Origin Soul.

Just as the Yang Meridian seeks the Origin Blood, the Yin Meridian pursues the Origin Soul. Once he reclaims his divine status, given his close bond with the Origin Soul, the mere Yin Meridian will pose no concern.

"I understand," Yuv Qian said with a smile, nodding in agreement. "But do keep an eye on it. After all, you haven't yet achieved divinity."

"What are you two discussing? I can't make heads or tails of it."

Denise, standing some distance from the shadowy cave in her flowing blue gown, gazed at Yu Yuan and Yuv Qian with starry-eyed curiosity.

They hadn't intentionally excluded her, so she could hear their conversation clearly.

Upon Yu Yuan's arrival, he had simply greeted her with a smile and a nod.

Then, he had turned his attention to Yuv Qian, engaging him in conversation.

She had the good sense not to interrupt, waiting patiently until they paused before speaking up.

"Why are you in the Epitaxial Realm?"

Yu Yuan casually called forth the Dragon Slash Platform and posed the question.

With the Dragon Slash Platform in hand, his perception and field of vision dramatically widened. He could see everything: the populations of the Upper and Lower Continents, the underground structures, the Yin Meridian tributaries, the resting place of the Optimus Sword, and even the Heavenly Ghost Pearl submerged within the Yin Meridian tributaries—all were laid bare before him.

He noticed that the Epitaxial Realm had not changed significantly since his departure. The natural energies remained constant.

The presence of the Divine Sword acted like a mystical tether, binding the two landmasses firmly together. The Epitaxial Realm, formed from these two continents, had previously been loosely connected.

Now, the Divine Sword in the earth's depths ensured a more secure union. The sword intent emanating from it merged with the realm's energies, fostering the growth of the inhabitants' bloodlines.

"I came here because I sensed some novel energy patterns," Denise explained, her smile radiant. "Lately, when people from various clans, like myself, delve into the intricacies of our bloodlines, we often encounter a force that triggers profound insights." She shared her experiences with Yu Yuan, her enthusiasm evident.

Yu Yuan silently nodded in agreement, aware that the Divine Sword buried beneath not only contained the "Optimus Nine Slashes" but also numerous sword spells that the great cultivators of the Sword Sect had pondered within its sheath.

The Divine Sword had scattered its refined sword intent throughout the Epitaxial Realm, stirring the curiosity of the diverse races dwelling there. Denise had sensed it, and so had other members of the intelligent races, particularly those with innate talent. They could detect the mysterious sword intent's traces, which in turn sparked remarkable changes within their bloodlines.

"If you find that your grasp of star energy and the laws has deepened while in the Epitaxial Realm, staying here might be a good choice," Yu Yuan suggested with a smile.

At that moment, his thoughts turned to the "Soul Heavenly Pearl" hidden in the underground veins. With Youyu and Tan Xiaotian missing, he pondered the consequences of retrieving the pearl. Should he fail to locate Youyu, he worried about the impact on the remnant soul within the pearl. His brow furrowed once more.

"I intend to remain in the Epitaxial Realm for the long haul," Denise declared earnestly. "The Divine Sword's true marvels are only revealed over time within this realm."

Yu Yuan stroked his chin, contemplating Denise's words. He wondered if a being from another realm, like Denise, could grasp an alternative sword spell from the Divine Sword's dispersed intent, would she then be considered a successor to the Sword Sect?

"Elena has gone to the Dark Domain for her training. I've heard that the Asura Clan has encountered trouble," Denise's voice trailed off, her eyes losing their luster as she gave Yu Yuan a sidelong glance. "I'm aware of the situation with the Asura Clan. It seems the Dark Domain is on the brink of being overtaken by the vast forces. Elena, being an Asura from the Dark Domain, I fear for her safety."

Yu Yuan was taken aback. He realized that it had been a long time since he last thought of the Asura woman. The fleeting romance from their first encounter outside the heavens resurfaced in his mind, prompted by Denise's mention.

"Elena..." Yu Yuan murmured, his gaze shifting to Devaputra.

"Truthfully, as long as she mentions she's your friend, she should be safe in the Dark Domain. Cough, cough, as for the Great Sword Immortal, I can't make any promises," Yuv Qian said with an odd look on his face. After a brief pause, he added, "I believe that even the Great Sword Immortal wouldn't go so far as to kill her."

"Since Tan Xiaotian has vanished, the Devil Palace's high-level cultivators have not yet made significant inroads into the Dark Domain."

"However, several dragons from Dragon Island have already made their way into the Dark Domain via the Cold Abyss Entrance in the Nether Abyss. I'm aware of your considerable influence among the Nagas, so I'm confident you can manage the situation."

Yuv Qian assured him there was no need for concern.

"You can handle the Dragon Clan, too?" Denise exclaimed, astonished.

The resurgence of the Vast Water Dragon Clan had ceased to be a secret following Loong Jie's ascension to godhood.

Denise, having spent much time in the Epitaxial Realm and occasionally visiting the Plover Realm, was well aware of the Dragon Clan's gradually emerging power.

She also knew that the Dragon Clan had once been the dominant force in Vast Water, causing significant trouble for other races in the outer domains.

Now, Yuv Qian was suggesting that Yu Yuan could take care of the Dragon Clan, and it appeared that Loong Jie had slain Sabonis. Moreover, there was someone named Zhong Chichen, who was the Space-time Dragon.

Denise's thoughts were in disarray.

"Yu Yuan, the Primordial Divine King also mentioned that he detected a distinct presence in the Yin Vein Branch beneath the Epitaxial Realm. This presence seems to resonate with you alone, and you're the only one who can communicate with it."

Yuv Qian shifted the conversation away from anything related to Elena and instead gestured towards the deep cave, signaling to Yu Yuan, "Experience it for yourself."

Yu Yuan's eyes showed a hint of intrigue. "Another presence?"

With the Dragon Slash Platform in his possession, his soul's perceptive abilities had been greatly amplified. However, due to his cautious approach to the Yin Vein's source, he had refrained from extending his soul's awareness into the Yin Vein Branch while surveying the entire Epitaxial Realm.

During his time in Horror Land, he had communicated with the source of the Yin Vein, and their relationship had remained amicable to this day.

Having assisted Youyu in achieving godhood and having harvested an abundance of Yin Sunflower Essence himself—even Yu Zhu's divine position was a result of aligning with the 'turbid' Yin Vein—he maintained a respectful stance towards the source of the Yin Vein.

Since Yuv Qian had mentioned it, and it was under the guidance of the Primordial Divine King, he resolved to scrutinize the matter more closely.

Without invoking the Yin God, he simply allowed his soul consciousness to seep into the earth, leveraging the influence of the Dragon Slash Platform to detect a hidden tributary of the Yin Meridian within the Epitaxial Realm.

Whoosh!

He abruptly perceived that this tributary of the Yin Meridian in the Epitaxial Realm bore a resemblance to the Styx of the Underworld, yet it was nowhere near as pristine.

The sensation was notably murkier, with the soul energy inside tainted by a jumble of chaotic, malicious, and sinister thoughts.

Apparently, the souls of other races that were drawn into it were not thoroughly purified.

"Hmm?"

With his heightened senses, he indeed picked up on a faint scent that was difficult to notice.

The scent was that of Yu Zhu.

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