C1616 Two Pieces of News

Yu Zhu achieved the monumental feat of sealing the deity within the Vast Expanse.

After slaying Zhu Zhen and claiming the essence of his Yin Meridians, Yu Zhu ascended to the pinnacle of power.

The subterranean veins of the Epitaxial Realm, stripped of Mingdu's Yin Meridians by Nie Qingtian, were now a conduit for the reincarnation of otherworldly beings. Their distinct nature from the creatures of the Vast Expanse rendered the meridians considerably murkier.

This serendipitously aligned with Yu Zhu's divine trajectory.

Moreover, the Alien Demon Qiyan, once confined below by Nie Qingtian, possessed an unparalleled understanding of the Epitaxial Realm, second only to Nie Qingtian himself.

Freed from the Epitaxial Realm, Qiyan returned to the Vast Expanse, descending into the Colorful Lake, willingly transforming into a divine seat to facilitate Yu Zhu's ascension.

Post-ascension, Yu Zhu's powers surged dramatically, perfectly embodying the "turbid" divine path and becoming another voice for the source of the Yin Meridians.

She also sensed a slightly murky Yin Meridian hidden in the starry sea beyond the heavens, buried within the Epitaxial Realm.

"Did you feel that?" Yuv Qian whispered, noticing a subtle tremor in his form.

Denise was utterly bewildered, her eyes darting to Yu Yuan, unable to grasp the conversation.

"It's Yu Zhu..."

Yu Yuan nodded subtly as the Dragon Slash Platform in his grasp erupted with divine brilliance.

His sensory abilities greatly enhanced, he captured Yu Zhu's essence deep underground, striving to forge a link between them.

Yu Zhu, presumably still beneath the Vast Expanse and near the Colorful Lake, was startled by the intensified presence and swiftly reacted.

Her aura within the Epitaxial Realm's Yin Meridian grew markedly stronger as she concentrated her efforts, bridging the vast cosmic divide to communicate with Yu Yuan via the subterranean Yin Meridian.

"Before long, I'll also venture to the Fallen Realm. Alongside the great demons of the Demon Palace, I'll join the campaign against the Blood Devil Clan in the Dim Starfield."

"Because I've obtained a blood crystal from Grec, I understand the combat tactics of the Blood Devil Clan. I can offer assistance to those formidable demons."

"I also share a part of the Demon Phoenix's bloodline."

"..."

Yu Zhu's thoughts floated over from the tributary, one after another.

Yu Yuan could sense them clearly.

He suddenly realized that there was a connection between Yu Zhu, the vast source of the Yin Meridian, and the Demon Phoenix.

It could be said that Yu Zhu was being propelled toward godhood by the combined efforts of the Yin Meridian source and the Demon Phoenix.

The Yang Meridian of the Origin Blood Continent was a target the Demon Phoenix had long sought to eliminate and absorb.

Without resolving the Yang Meridian source, the Demon Phoenix would never be able to truly access the Origin Blood.

The Yin Meridian, it seemed, also harbored animosity toward the Yang Meridian.

When the Demon Phoenix resolved to strike at the Yang Meridian, the Yin Meridian was happy to have Yu Zhu intervene, allowing her to represent its will and advance on the Blood Devil Clan in the Dim Starfield.

Yu Zhu was different from Youyu; she possessed the bloodline and body of the Demon Clan, which meant she would be accepted by both the Demon Clan and alien beasts.

She had even ventured into the Dim Starfield.

If the Demon Phoenix could indeed annihilate the Blood Devil Clan and overcome the Yang Meridian, she would undoubtedly share in the spoils.

Through her, the Yin Meridian could also gain insight into the wonders of the Dim Starfield and make contact with the Origin Blood Continent.

"Additionally..."

As Yu Yuan pondered, Yu Zhu, situated beneath the Yin Meridian, transmitted more information.

"Youyu, Tan Xiaotian, Yan Qiling, and Xuanli were transported to the Outer Star River by the Origin Realm Gate that detonated within the Realm passageway. I've never been to the Gray Domain, but from what I've heard, it's full of mysteries."

"The Dusk Dust Mist appears to be a product of the Gray Domain. It seems to wish for you and the Divine Soul Sect to aid Youyu and Xuanli in their escape from the Gray Domain."

"I'm merely relaying its intentions."

"..."

Yu Zhu went on.

Yu Yuan was taken aback once more.

He understood that Youyu, as the foremost ghost god, had a profoundly close connection to the Yin Meridian source.

Even if Youyu ended up in the Gray Domain due to a series of mishaps deep within the Realm passageway, the Yin Meridian source could still sense him, albeit faintly.

The Yin Meridian was aware of the approximate location, but it would be difficult for him to leave the vast expanse. Yu Zhu also didn't seem suited for a journey to the Gray Domain.

Thus, the origin of the Yin Meridian turned its thoughts to him and the Divine Soul Sect that stood with him.

Yan Qiling was also a member of the Divine Soul Sect. With the news of his entrapment in the Gray Domain spreading, Taishi had to consider a solution.

For the origin of the Yin Meridian, the key figures Youyu and Xuanli were of significant importance.

"I'll figure out a way to extract Youyu from the Gray Domain," Yu Yuan declared.

"It has agreed to assist in reviving Jiang Yuanyuan," Yu Zhu added.

"To it, this place known as the Epitaxial Realm holds little significance. Furthermore, it has chosen not to pursue the issue with Tianzang any further."

"…"

Moments later, Yu Zhu whispered from afar, "I want to see you, but now isn't the right time. We must wait a bit longer."

She ceased her communication.

Yu Yuan waited in silence, and when no further thoughts from her surfaced, he gradually regained his composure.

A smile of relief spread across his face.

He could sense that Yu Zhu, deep in the subterranean world of the Vast Ocean, was still filled with affection for him. Her words may have been few, but he just knew.

The once thin girl, even after ascending to godhood and becoming an exceptional supreme being in the Vast Ocean World, still acknowledged him.

The girl, having attained a divine position and under the tutelage of the Alien Demon Qiyan, seemed to have grown up overnight.

"Where is the Gray Domain?"

He furrowed his brow and turned to Yuv Qian.

"The Gray Domain!"

Yuv Qian and Denise both exclaimed in unison.

"What's the matter? Is there something peculiar about the Gray Domain?" Yu Yuan asked, puzzled. "Denise, I understand your surprise, but Yuv Qian, what could possibly scare you? For you, isn't the Vast Ocean supposed to be the most terrifying place?"

"You're Lord Yuv Qian!"

Denise smiled, her lips curving in respect as she regarded Yuv Qian, whose skin bore a hint of blue. "I've long admired your renown. Our great sage, Beru, sometimes speaks of you. He also said that had you not been lost in the Vast Ocean, you would have risen to the stature of a Great Demon God, just like High Priest Reid."

"Beru holds me in high regard," Yuv Qian said with a smile.

"It's not just Beru; our patriarch Barol, as well as my father, have spoken of your impressive feats," Denise earnestly remarked.

"Yeah, barring any surprises, I should be able to ascend to the rank of Great Demon God."

A hint of pride shone in Yuv Qian's eyes. Catching Yu Yuan's subtly amused gaze, he suddenly felt a bit sheepish and hurriedly continued, "The Gray Domain is one of the Starry Forbidden Grounds. The Dusk Dust Mist there is actually quite trivial. I'm aware of three peak outsiders who perished within the Gray Domain."

"Even some of our human kin have fallen in the Gray Domain, although those incidents are from a bygone era."

"The old patriarch recognized my exceptional talent early on and took quite a liking to me, sharing with me some of the Gray Domain's marvels. Oh, right..." Yuv Qian slapped his forehead, recalling, "The Primordial Divine King once mentioned that the Ruins Divine King seems to have a deep familiarity with the Gray Domain, having explored it more than once."

"Guixu?" Yu Yuan expressed his surprise.

"Yes, the current generation of the Divine Soul Sect has delved deeper into the mysteries of the Eon Realm than the experts from other races. And the Ruins Divine King is a standout among them." Yuv Qian gave Denise a glance before adding, "In the Starry Border regions, many fearsome forbidden areas bear the mark of the Divine Soul Sect's presence."

"It looks like I need to have a good talk with Guixu," Yu Yuan acknowledged with a nod.

According to Taishi, Guixu must depend on himself to find the path back to Taixu.

Knowing that Taishi was his most steadfast supporter, Yu Yuan was naturally committed to doing everything in his power to craft a new body for him.

This would enable him to once again glide through the Eon Realm as the Void Divine King.

"In the future, make sure to visit the Plover Realm often," Yu Yuan extended an invitation to Denise of the Star Race, "Both you and your father are very welcome."

"I will," Denise replied, nodding gently, understanding that it was time for him to depart.

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