C1616 Two Pieces of Information

Yu Zhu, having achieved divine ascension in the Everlands, had successfully severed the murky portion of the Root of the Lunar Meridian and absorbed the essence of Zhu Zhenlin, thus reaching the highest echelon.

Beneath the surface of Zekrica, Nie Qingtian had separated a branch of the Lunar Meridian from Dhoreus. The souls undergoing reincarnation there were those of the Otherkin, whose nature differed from the beings of the Everlands, resulting in a murkier essence.

This serendipitously aligned with Yu Zhu's sacred way.

Qiyan, the fiend, had also been confined below by Nie Qingtian. His insight into Zekrica was surpassed only by Nie Qingtian himself.

After his release from Zekrica, he returned to the Everlands and descended into the Seven-Colored Lake, willingly transforming into a divine seat to aid Yu Zhu's smooth ascent to power.

As a deity, Yu Zhu's powers had surged significantly, and she resonated perfectly with the "Dark" sacred way, becoming another voice for the Root of the Lunar Meridian.

She sensed a slightly murky Lunar Meridian hidden within the extraterrestrial star ocean, buried beneath Zekrica.

"Did you feel that?" Youqian whispered, noticing a slight tremor in his form.

Denise was utterly perplexed, blinking at Yu Yuan, unable to grasp the conversation.

"It's Yu Zhu..."

Yu Yuan nodded subtly as the Dragon Slaying Stage in his hand radiated a divine brilliance.

His sensory abilities had been greatly enhanced, and a remnant soul deep underground precisely detected Yu Zhu's presence, attempting to forge a connection between them.

Yu Zhu, presumably still in the subterranean realm of the Everlands near the Seven-Colored Lake, was startled by the intensified aura and swiftly responded.

Her presence within Zekrica's Lunar Meridian grew markedly stronger as she concentrated her efforts, bridging the vast star ocean to communicate with Yu Yuan through the subterranean tributaries of the Lunar Meridian.

"Before long, I'll make my way to Kobran. I'll join forces with the archdemons of Shadow's Keep to partake in the campaign against the Blood Fiend of the Dark Star region."

"I've obtained a blood crystal from Grec, which has given me insight into the combat methods of the Blood Fiend. I'm capable of assisting the archdemons."

"I also share a lineage with the Demon Phoenix. Moreover, there's a natural enmity between it and the entities beneath the Primal Blood Continent."

"..."

Yu Zhu's messages were drifting in, one after another, from the tributary of the Lunar Meridian.

Yu Yuan could sense them with clarity.

He suddenly realized the intricate connection between Yu Zhu, the Root of the Lunar Meridian, and the Dark Phoenix.

It could be said that Yu Zhu was being propelled towards divinity by the combined forces of the Root of the Lunar Meridian and the Dark Phoenix.

The Solar Meridian of the Primal Blood Continent was the Dark Phoenix's coveted prize, the power it longed to obliterate and absorb.

Without resolving the Root of the Solar Meridian, the Dark Phoenix would never be able to truly access the Primal Blood.

Conversely, the Lunar Meridian appeared to harbor animosity towards the Solar Meridian.

When the Dark Phoenix resolved to strike at the Solar Meridian, the Lunar Meridian was more than willing to let Yu Zhu play a part, allowing her to embody its will and lead an offensive against the Blood Fiend in the Dark Star.

Yu Zhu was unlike Youyu; she possessed the bloodline and form of the evilkind, ensuring her acceptance among them and the alien beasts.

She had even ventured into the Dark Star.

Should the Dark Phoenix succeed in annihilating the Blood Fiend and overcoming the Solar Meridian, she would undoubtedly reap her share of the rewards.

Through her, the Lunar Meridian could also gain insight into the wonders of the Dark Star and make contact with the Primal Blood Continent.

"Furthermore..."

As Yu Yuan pondered, Yu Zhu, still within the Lunar Meridian, sent another message.

"Youyu, Tan Xiaotian, Yan Qiling, and Xuanli have been transported to the Ashlands of the Extraterrestrial Star River by the Origin Gate that burst open in the Domain Channel. I've never been to the Ashlands, but they are said to hold many secrets."

"The Ashen Shadowmist appears to be a product of the Ashlands. It seems to be requesting your assistance, along with that of Boulderdawn, to aid Youyu and Xuanli in their escape from the Ashlands."

"I'm merely passing along its wishes."

"..."

Yu Zhu went on.

Yu Yuan was taken aback once more.

Upon reflection, he realized that Youyu, being the premier God of Ghosts, must have a profound connection with the Root of the Lunar Meridian.

Even from the depths of the Ashlands, where he had been accidentally transported, Youyu could still faintly sense the Root of the Lunar Meridian.

Yu Zhu was aware of the Lunar Meridian's general location, but she understood that leaving the Everlands would be challenging for her. Moreover, the Ashlands were no place for her.

Consequently, the Root of the Lunar Meridian turned its thoughts to him and the Boulderdawn that stood with him.

Yan Qiling, a member of the Boulderdawn, was in trouble in the Ashlands, and Taishi had to devise a solution.

For the Root of the Lunar Meridian, not only was Youyu crucial, but so was Xuanli, whom it also held in high regard.

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

"It agreed to assist in reviving Jiang Yuan'er," Yu Zhu informed.

"To it, this realm known as Zekrica holds little significance. Furthermore, it has decided not to pursue the issue with Tian Zang any further."

"…"

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

She ceased transmitting messages.

Yu Yuan waited in silence, and after a while, realizing there would be no further communication, he slowly regained his composure.

A smile of relief spread across his face.

He could sense that Yu Zhu, even from the distant underground world of the Everlands, still harbored deep affection for him. Her words may have been few, but he just knew.

The once gaunt girl, now an extraordinary deity within the Everlands, still recognized him.

The girl had seemingly grown up overnight, gaining a divine position and under the tutelage of Qiyan the fiend.

"Where are the Ashlands?"

He furrowed his brow and turned to Youqian.

"The Ashlands!"

Both Youqian and Denise exclaimed in shock.

"What's the matter? Is there something peculiar about the Ashlands?" Yu Yuan asked, puzzled. "Denise's surprise is one thing, but Youqian, is there a place that even you find daunting? Shouldn't the Everlands be the most terrifying place for you?"

"So you are Lord Youqian!"

Denise smiled slightly, her gaze resting on Youqian, whose skin bore a blue hue, and said with respect, "I've heard so much about you. Our Great Sage, Beru, sometimes speaks of you. He even said that had you not been lost in the Everlands, you would have become a Demon God just like High Priest Reid."

Beru really thinks highly of me," Youqian chuckled.

"It's not just Beru; our race's patriarch Ballo, along with my father, have all spoken of your legendary exploits," Denise earnestly added.

"Hmm, barring any unforeseen circumstances, I should still be able to ascend to the status of a Demon God."

Pride flickered in Youqian's eyes, but upon noticing Yu Yuan's amused look, he felt a twinge of embarrassment and hastily continued, "The Ashen Shadowmist is but a minor challenge within the Ashlands, one of the Starry Sky Forbidden Zones. I know of three peak Otherkin who have perished there."

"Our human race's highest echelons have also met their end in the Ashlands, though it was quite some time ago."

"The old patriarch, recognizing my exceptional talent back in the day, took a liking to me and shared some of the Ashlands' wonders. Oh, right..." Youqian suddenly remembered, slapping his forehead, "Lord Taishi once mentioned that Lord Gui Xu seems quite familiar with the Ashlands, having explored them more than once."

"Gui Xu?"

Yu Yuan expressed a hint of surprise.

"Yes, in fact, the current generation of Boulderdawn has delved deeper into the extraterrestrial Astral Domain than any of the Otherkin's champions. Lord Gui Xu is among the most distinguished," Youqian remarked, casting a glance at Denise. "In the border regions of the starry sky, many terrifying forbidden areas bear the mark of Boulderdawn's presence."

"It looks like I need to have a serious conversation with Gui Xu," Yu Yuan nodded in agreement.

As Taishi had indicated, Gui Xu must depend on himself to find his way back to Taixu.

Knowing that Taixu, the God-King, was his staunchest ally, Yu Yuan was naturally committed to forging him a new body.

He intended to enable him to soar through the heavens of the Star River once again as the Taixu God-King.

"Make sure to visit Ionodios more often," Yu Yuan extended his invitation to Denise of the Starborn. "Both you and your father are always welcome."

"Of course," Denise replied, understanding that it was time for him to depart, and she nodded gently in acknowledgment.

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