C1712 The Yin God Went Home
The multitude of whirlwinds swirling around the pale golden star harbored a cosmic power that left even Yu Yuan in awe. Moreover, this power was continuously emerging from within.
The cosmic power that surged forth dissipated into the Gray Domain and then spread to the surrounding areas like an incoming tide.
Yu Yuan's eyes shone with intrigue.
It felt as though the whirlwinds were channeling cosmic power from the external universe into the Gray Domain, ceaselessly.
The vast Nether Abyss flashed through his mind, along with the seven Cold Abyss Entrances that bridged to the outer realms.
These seven Cold Abyss Entrances drew the icy power from seven frigid star systems, permeating deep into the earth to counterbalance the intense Geocentric Fire, preventing the world from being scorched into barren ash and averting the extinction of all life.
The whirlwinds before him bore a striking resemblance to the functions of the Cold Abyss Entrances, yet there were far more of them.
Upon calculation, Yu Yuan discovered there were precisely thirty-six.
These whirlwinds didn't just unleash Frost Energy; they exuded a complex yet mighty cosmic power.
It was as if thirty-six Starfields or enigmatic realms were being incessantly drained of their cosmic power by these whirlwinds.
The cosmic power drawn in was all channeled into the Gray Domain, which is why the stellar energy there vastly exceeded that of other celestial realms.
"Thirty-six, exactly the same number as the Totem Pillars in the vast expanse," Yu Yuan mused in astonishment.
He then attempted to decipher the mysteries of the thirty-six whirlwinds using his authority as the sovereign of the Gray Domain, but to his surprise, he found them inscrutable.
Though the whirlwinds existed within the Gray Domain, they seemed to operate independently of it.
His consciousness, when directed into any of the whirlwinds, vanished without a trace, stirring not even the slightest ripple.
In the expansive Gray Domain, these whirlwinds appeared to be the only enigma beyond his reach.
Consequently, he could not determine which starry realms the whirlwinds connected to, nor why they were able to garner an unending stream of power.
"The Nagas seem to struggle with adaptation as well."
He observed that atop the light golden star, various dragons—ice, jade, green, and fiery—although bound and wailing under the Dragon Binding Soul Curse, were still capable of drawing in the energies of the cosmos.
Near the pale golden star, clusters of swirling storms held the formidable powers of the starry sky.
However, the Nagas had remained in the Boundless Great World for far too long.
Before the time of Zhong Chichen and Loong Jie, it was rare for any of the Naga dragons to venture beyond the Boundless Great World and glide through the Outer Star River.
Even those with the capability often chose not to, fearing they would become expendable pawns for the five supreme forces and meet an untimely end.
The Nagas, like humans and the ancient demon races, preferred the pure spiritual energy of the Boundless Great World.
Their lineage and dragon forms had been shaped over the years by the inhalation and exhalation of this pure spiritual essence.
While the Nagas above the pale golden star could harness the vast powers of the starry sky, they were unable to utilize it immediately upon absorption.
Their bodies had to undergo a process of purification and refinement to extract the essence and gain a fraction of this power.
After all, the Nagas were not Starry Behemoths.
The young creature in the Gray Domain, positioned above the pale golden star, could inhale the overwhelming starry powers, swiftly purifying any mixed and strange forces within, and effortlessly condense it into the purest spiritual energy, spreading it through its limbs and core.
In that moment, Yu Yuan reflected on the Dragon Slash Platform and the present state of the Boundless Great World, noting their similar capabilities.
They transformed the dense and complex starry energies from beyond into pure spiritual Qi, perfectly suited for all beings, allowing every creature in the Boundless Great World to absorb it without hindrance.
"This star must be encased by a boundary wall, and it must be an extraordinary one at that!"
Enlightened, Yu Yuan immediately looked down at the Dragon Slash Platform beneath his feet.
An ancient scene unfolded before him.
The Dragon Slash Platform began to transform, gradually swelling into a luminescent white veil that enveloped the pale golden star, forming its boundary wall.
The laws of Heaven and Earth that emanated from the Dragon Slash Platform seamlessly integrated with this newly formed barrier.
Thanks to the Dragon Slash Platform and the presence of the young beast, the pale golden stars within the thirty-six whirlwinds could swiftly purify the emerging starry energies through the boundary wall, converting them into pure spiritual Qi accessible to the Nagas and all other creatures.
Protected by the boundary wall, not only could high-ranking dragons traverse this space, but even ordinary mortals could as well.
This star, vastly larger than the Boundless Great World, could sustain ten times as many beings if shielded by the Dragon Slash Platform. Moreover, the spiritual energy here would be richer and continuously replenished.
Imagine the wonders this new Boundless Great World would unveil, the countless new zeniths of power it could forge.
Contemplating this, Yu Yuan felt a surge of excitement.
He came to the realization that this extraordinary star, deemed a dragon's lair in the Gray Domain by the exalted Titan Spinosaurus, was the very Boundless Great World he had selected in his past life!
The young creature and the Dragon Slash Platform he held were integral to his scheme!
Origin Soul, Origin Blood, the young beast, the foreign world, the Dragon Slash Platform, the cycle of reincarnation through Youyu—all essential elements were now in place.
He only needed to advance to the ultimate level, to ignite the Origin Soul imprints within his core soul and to grasp the profound truths of the Yang God's blood imprint. Then, he would venture into the depths of the Boundless Underground.
He sought to comprehend the nature of the object enveloped by the ultimate flames deep within the Boundless Underground and how it gave rise to the original source.
Once he understood the formation of the original source and how it could be harnessed to create a Divine Throne after being claimed by a supreme being, all barriers would dissolve.
The New Boundless Great World project could then proceed smoothly, crafted from the pale golden star before him!
What's more, the Dragon Slash Platform's boundary wall still contained the dragon-binding seal.
As its master, he could release it at will. Should he choose not to, the bloodline constraints of the Nagas would be reinstated, preventing the emergence of new Dragon Gods.
And perhaps, it wasn't just the Nagas that would be affected.
If he maintained a firm grip on the Gray Domain and unraveled the enigmas of the vortex storms, the new Boundless Great World would be his to command. Henceforth, all intelligent life within it would abide by his decree.
"Such grand ambitions!" Yu Yuan realized, grasping the scope of his past life's aspirations.
"Release!"
With a single thought, the Dragon Talismans binding the mighty dragons transformed into a cascade of light that soared back from the stars ahead, vanishing once more into the Dragon Slash Platform.
The Nagas had momentarily escaped their predicament, groaning in agony as they rallied around their current patriarch, Loong Jie.
Loong Jie, like a deity clad in golden armor, gazed into the distance at Yu Yuan, whose presence shimmered like a faint light. He was aware that Yu Yuan was directly ahead.
He also realized that Yu Yuan had found the lair of the ancient Titan spinosaurus and had located the star they considered their second homeland, a second Dragon Island. This revelation filled Loong Jie with immediate dread.
He was clueless about Yu Yuan's next move and was consumed by fear of him.
After all, not even the youngest of their kind could elude Yu Yuan, nor could they stand against him in the Gray Domain.
"Don't worry, I still have to uncover the myriad secrets hidden within the Gray Domain. As for your kind, just don't leave the Gray Domain," Yu Yuan's voice boomed with divine authority, echoing throughout the pale golden star.
All the dragons from the Boundless Great World who heard his voice sought him out, but sadly, they lacked Loong Jie's knowledge of his precise whereabouts.
But what good did knowing do them?
...
In the Oblivion Starfield, within the Epitaxial Realm, Denise of the Star Race gazed down at the deep, shadowy cavern that once held Qiyan and the Seven Devils at bay. Her beautiful face betrayed her confusion and panic.
Lately, as she delved into the stellar laws within her bloodline, she would sometimes encounter the enigmatic Soul Sound.
A gentle voice frequently surfaced in her thoughts, leaving her head spinning as she stumbled upon secret arts to enhance her soul's power.
She sensed that something beneath the Epitaxial Realm was beginning to assert its presence, following the departure of the Divine Sword.
"Using that technique to scrutinize myself, it seems I can truly see my own soul. The bond between my soul and bloodline has also grown tighter," Denise murmured to herself.
From the words of Yu Yuan and Yuv Qian, she knew that something beneath the Epitaxial Realm was being suppressed by the Optimus Sword.
Yu Yuan had once visited specifically for that underground entity. Now, with the Divine Sword gone, the suppressed being had reached out to her, offering to impart the arcane secrets of the soul.
After some contemplation, she decided to practice the techniques it had shared, and to her surprise, she reaped substantial benefits.
Gradually, she began to trust the subterranean Yin Meridian currents.
...
A ghostly soul shadow quietly emerged from the vast crater in the Fallen Moon Forbidden Area.
The soul shadow flickered and then materialized before Yuv Qian, saying with a smile, "I didn't expect you to be so thorough in your duties."
Yuv Qian, the Devaputra who remained in this place, stared at the soul shadow in astonishment and blurted out, "You? How did you get here so suddenly?"
Yu Yuan, having stealthily returned as a Yin God, signaled Yuv Qian to be silent, then swiftly merged into Yuv Qian's demonic form, choosing not to manifest his soul body. "Why aren't Taishi and Tianqi in the Forbidden Area?"
He was psychically linked to the Heaven Sealing Soul Transformation Formation and had been immediately aware of the situation upon his arrival in the Forbidden Area.
"The Primordial Divine King was guided by Tianqi to the Divine Soul Sect's main headquarters outside the realm to meet with Shehun," Yuv Qian responded promptly. He lowered his gaze to the arms of his demonic form, feeling Yu Yuan's Yin God presence, and added, "Taishi lingered for a few days before using the nest in the Desolate Swamp as a conduit to the Plover Realm. He mentioned wanting to meet with the formidable beings of various races there to swiftly arrange some matters."
Yuv Qian was taken aback. He quickly briefed Yu Yuan on the significant recent events in the Boundless Great World and inquired, "Why have you returned so suddenly? I heard from Taishi that you wouldn't leave the Gray Domain for a while, as you had many matters to attend to."
"My physical form and Yang God are still present," Yu Yuan's soul communicated within Yuv Qian's arm, simultaneously interacting with the Evil Cauldron.
"Master, I've been eagerly awaiting your return!" Yu Yiyi immediately responded.
