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At the summit of the abyss, shortly after Yu Yuan and his companions departed, a succession of figures emerged from the spatial gate through which Tan Xiaotian had entered. Among them were individuals like Han Miaoyuan, Lin Daoke, Zu Ann, Qin Luo, and Van Heqing, who had merged with their primal essence. Additionally, Unrestrained Stage cultivators with exceptional talent, such as Lin Yu, had been invited to join.

They had arrived via a newly solidified Origin Realm Gate nestled in the secluded valley of the Ascension Mountain Range. Previously, the destruction of the Origin Realm Gate had cost Yuwen Hao his life and Ji Tianyu her divine status and existence, a sacrifice that enabled Zhong Chichen and Loong Jie to ascend to godhood. Yet now, the Origin Realm Gate had manifested once again.

In that moment, most of the souls summoned by the Soul Summoning Flag were bewildered, unsure of what had transpired. The one certainty they had was that Tan Xiaotian had preceded them.

"Where are we?" Zu Ann, upon seeing another Extreme Intelligence emerge on the opposite side of the gate, tangible and corporeal, became even more perplexed.

Upon arrival, Qin Luo, Van Heqing, and the others immediately noticed several human youths standing beside the Extreme Intelligence. The attire of these youths and their reserved demeanor struck Qin Luo and the rest as peculiar, reminiscent of the human race's primitive cultural state during the ancient era of pioneering and land reclamation.

"This is the Abyss," the Extreme Intelligence, having regained composure and no longer engulfed by anger, declared. "The land beneath us is the uppermost layer of the Abyss. Beneath you lie numerous other Abyssal lands, each comparable in scale to that of a world."

"As for them..." The Extreme Intelligence paused before continuing, "They are humans, just like us, from the Abyss!"

Aside from Han Miaoyuan, who was privy to the truth, even Lin Daoke was visibly shaken. The normally reticent Sword Sect Lord exclaimed, "How can there be humans?"

"We humans have always been the sovereigns of the Abyss, for it is here that we originated," the Extreme Intelligence clarified, meticulously unveiling the secrets of the Abyss and sharing the truths known to Yu Yuan.

As expected.

Even the likes of them, beings of supreme power, were staggered by the truth, taking a considerable time to regain their composure.

"I understand you need time to digest this information. For now, I'll just inform you about our connection with the Abyss. The human race originated from the Abyss. I can even take you there now," Ji Hui explained.

"What about Beilstein? Is the Great Demon God of the Origin Realm alive or dead?"

Han Miaoyuan, disregarding Ji Hui's words, cut to the chase. "If Beilstein is not dead, he remains our greatest threat. What's his status?"

"He's been suppressed by the multitude of Evil Gods in the Abyss, within the dark temple," Ji Hui replied.

"Can we, along with Tan Xiaotian and Lin Daoke, eliminate him?" Han Miaoyuan inquired.

Shaking his head, Ji Hui responded, "We cannot."

"Why not?" Han Miaoyuan asked, frowning.

"There are many hidden complexities I don't fully understand. However, Beilstein, from the deepest darkness of the Abyss, continues to amass soul power. It's a type of power that benefits our race and is akin to the essence of the source. Remarkably, he can absorb it too, which complicates matters," Ji Hui admitted with a hint of resignation.

"I'll guide you through the different levels of the Abyss so you can experience it firsthand. Oh, and you can freely absorb the power of the Abyss, which will address the shortcomings of your physical forms."

"After traversing the Abyss, those of you with the essence of the source will undergo a profound transformation!"

Ji Hui burst into laughter.

"I've already begun to feel it."

Zu Ann observed his hands, sensing the wild and tumultuous power continuously flowing into them.

Since his creation by the Yang God, his flesh, which he had almost forsaken, now surged with astonishing vitality.

His bones, sinews, and organs were infused with a foreign yet formidable strength.

...

In the Perish Starfield.

"I will accompany you to the vast expanse."

The Secular Bird Queen, with her imperial crown and a beauty that could captivate all of creation, stood behind Brie of the Dark Elfkind, flanked by members of the Winged Race.

"The Dark Elfkind and the Winged Race will proceed as planned, relocating our gifted kin to the Gray Domain."

With those words, Chen Qinghuang made a decisive call for both tribes.

Beneath her beaded curtain, only a glimpse of her pristine white chin was visible, radiating a luster reminiscent of fine jade.

Brilliant halos of light, reminiscent of rainbows, materialized beside her, unveiling the enigmas of death, destruction, rebirth, and deadly poison.

Upon hearing her declare her stance, Brie and the elders of the Winged Race simultaneously bowed deeply.

Despite their doubts and dissatisfaction, the members of the Dark Elfkind and Winged Race held their tongues.

These two highly intelligent races were intimately linked to the Secular Bird Queen and the Hannya Divine Tree. Moreover, the divine tree, once resurrected, was under the dominion of the Secular Bird Queen.

Thus, her position had the power to determine the fate of both the Dark Elfkind and Winged Race.

Yu Yuan gave her a slight nod, foregoing any superfluous words.

"I, too, shall accompany you to the vast expanse."

Andrea, with her statuesque figure, stepped forward following the Secular Bird Queen, positioning herself before the High Priest, Reid, and the Great Demon God, Yuv Qian.

After making her position clear, Andrea turned to face Reid, Yuv Qian, and several Ninth Level Demon Gods.

"At this moment, I speak not as the Soul Divine King of the Divine Soul Sect, but as the leader of the Devaputra. I am here to convey my decision," Andrea stated, shedding her nonchalance for a tone of grave seriousness.

Reid and Yuv Qian, momentarily taken aback, promptly bowed with reverence and chorused, "Understood!"

From behind them, a Ninth Level Demon God, oblivious and bound to a massive skeleton and peculiar devices, bellowed at Andrea.

"What gives you the authority to make decisions as the leader of the Devaputra?"

"In our Devaputra Race, only Lord Beilstein has the power to make such decisions!"

"We heed only Lord Beilstein!"

Members of the Polar Devaputra, Night Demon, Ice Demon, and Internal Demon Clan—all from distinct demon lineages—had already begun to harbor animosity towards Andrea because she possessed a human form.

Andrea shot Reid a glance and casually commanded, "Explain."

Reid, grasping her intent, let the purple Devil Soul within the depths of his eye sockets surge forth as he proclaimed, "As the High Priest of the Devaputra, I shall reintroduce her to you all, for many here are unaware of her true identity."

Reid gestured towards Andrea and declared with solemnity, "She is the daughter of Lord Beilstein!"

"His very own daughter!"

"Let us not concern ourselves with how Lord Beilstein came to have a human daughter. Suffice it to say, I assure you, as the High Priest of our race, that every word I speak is the truth—she is indeed the daughter of Lord Beilstein!"

"Furthermore!"

Reid's voice resonated as the Devaputras stared in horror and many other formidable beings from different races watched in astonishment. He declared, "Before Lord Beilstein departed for the Abyss from the Gray Domain, he left a message with me. He stated that no matter what happens in the future, Andrea is authorized to represent him!"

"In his absence from this realm, Andrea serves as the bearer of his will!"

With these words, it became clear to all the Devaputras present that Andrea was not only the Soul Divine King of the Divine Soul Sect but also the princess of the Devaputra Race.

Beneath one demon, above ten thousand demons.

"Do any of you still have objections?"

After Reid invoked the Great Demon God Beilstein and revealed her true identity, Andrea fixed her gaze on the most vociferous Demon Gods.

"None."

"If the High Priest has spoken, and since you are... his daughter, then we are prepared to follow your commands."

"Our clan will eternally pledge loyalty to Lord Beilstein. As his daughter, you have our full recognition."

"Our clan is also ready to heed your guidance."

The Demon Gods from the various Devaputra branches shifted their stance upon learning that Andrea was Beilstein's daughter.

The name Beilstein was akin to a divine symbol among the Devaputras, wielding unmatched magical might that made the majority of the Devaputra willingly submit.

In the crowd, Grec, who did not stand with the Devaputras, felt a tinge of discontent.

It was at this moment he fully grasped the unassailable prestige of the Great Demon God Beilstein within the Devaputra Race, a stature he, a young Blood Demon, could not hope to challenge.

His years of scheming to supplant Beilstein now seemed laughable.

Perhaps, to Beilstein, his so-called grand achievements were nothing more than trifles.

They were merely minor ripples in the Origin Realm, hardly worth a mention.

"Lord Reid, what about Cadorath?"

Barol from the Star Race, unable to spot his old friend, finally couldn't contain his curiosity and inquired.

"She..."

Reid glanced briefly at the Great Void.

The Great Void appeared equally puzzled.

"I haven't discussed it with them, so they're unaware that Cadorath encountered the Light Origin Spirit at the pinnacle of the Abyss," Yu Yuan interjected, noticing Canli's concerned look. He frowned and added, "I refrained from mentioning her because I was uncertain about the choices she might make after her inheritance concluded."

"Why is the Light Origin Spirit in the abyss? I thought it was in the Desolate Realm," Barol exclaimed in surprise.

The Light Origin Spirit was at the very top of the abyss. If Cadorath was already receiving the inheritance, did that mean she was on the brink of falling into the abyss?

"We'll find out what happened when she reappears," Yu Yuan said, deciding not to dwell on the matter. After a brief pause, he turned his attention to Andrea and began, "Your father..."

"I'm aware," Andrea interjected with a nod.

Curious, Yu Yuan pressed, "Aware of what?"

"His Devil Soul is ensnared in the perpetual darkness at the abyss's lowest depths, within the Evil God Temple that stands in Creation Land. Currently, he's being restrained by a host of Evil Gods, the temple, and its guardians. He's unable to escape from that palace for the time being," Andrea explained with a serene tone.

Yu Yuan's expression shifted noticeably at her words. All the Outland Devaputra, including Reid and Yuv Qian, were visibly taken aback, clearly hearing this news for the first time.

"What? The Great Demon God Beilstein is trapped in the abyss?"

"How could that be?"

"Lord Beilstein is our leader. Shouldn't we venture into the abyss to free him from the Holy Hall?"

"I refuse to believe it!"

The warriors, who had always revered the Great Demon God Beilstein, were deeply stirred by this revelation.

They were agitated, momentarily setting aside the Beast God of the Desolate Realm, and proposed rallying their forces to storm the abyss and rescue Beilstein from the Evil God Temple.

"It's precisely because he's in that Holy Hall that the Evil Gods didn't flood into our world after the Abyss Gate shattered," Andrea remarked, her lips curling in disdain as she cast a dismissive glance at the loudest among the group. "If even my father can't escape the Evil God Temple, what good would your efforts be?"

Silenced by her logic, the few fell quiet.

"It's fortunate you didn't enter. As long as you stay out, he'll remain unharmed," Andrea said, her gaze heavy with implication as she looked at Yu Yuan. "After the Abyss Gate broke, my father's power allowed him to connect with my soul. He managed to leave you a message in that brief moment you saw him in the temple."

"He also provided me with guidance."

"He instructed me to heed your advice, to back every decision you make, to follow your lead," Andrea stated softly.

"..."