C2091 Transfer the Position

The mountain quivered subtly, and the deep red star suddenly brightened.

Chen Qinghuang gazed at the deep red star, her eyes seemingly able to illuminate the hearts of others, as if she could detect the Origin Blood within it, contributing to the battle.

"Mother Earth has grown stronger, capable of aiding them against the one from the Abyss," Yu Yuan spoke from atop the Dragon Slash Platform.

Cao Jiaze's body was withered, his potential drained. At Yu Yuan's suggestion, he had sent his remaining Yin God into the Dragon Slash Platform.

The Dragon Slash Platform drifted beside the mountain, bathed in the glow of the crimson star.

Yu Yuan steadied his emotions, remaining unaffected by Cao Jiaze's plight, and stated with composure, "The one who awakened Mother Earth is not solely the creator of you, but also... it."

With these words, Yu Yuan lifted his gaze to the deep red star.

The Origin Blood from this world and that from the Desolate Realm appeared to have both intervened in the contest between the Muddy Divine Soil and Mother Earth.

The entity that had taken over Cao Jiaze was immensely powerful and wished to prevent Mother Earth's reawakening, continuously deceiving the Earth Spirit of the Desolate Realm. This deception led to an unprecedented alliance between the two mighty Origin Bloods.

Mother Earth, once a high-level Origin Spirit, possessed extensive experience in resistance.

Despite her ultimate defeat, shattering into innumerable fragments that became the many lands of the Abyss's seven layers, the two great Origin Bloods still regarded Mother Earth as far superior to her kin.

Their efforts to awaken Mother Earth and merge her with the nascent Origin Soul were designed to expedite her return to the high-level Origin Spirits.

In their panic over the consumption of the Vast Ocean Origin Soul, the two great Origin Bloods collaborated to bring about the demise of the primary Earth Spirit within the mountain, heralding a rebirth for Mother Earth.

The mountain, enveloped in a mist of blood, teemed with an even richer vitality. Its summit was no longer smooth but marred by pits and furrows, revealing gullies where clear water gathered.

The Origin Blood within the mountain had begun to disperse Life Seeds, fostering a new Yang Meridian.

This tract of land at the mountain's peak was destined to become the Desolate Realm's most wondrous Divine Soil, nurturing an array of formidable life forms, no longer confined to alien beasts.

The Origin Blood of the Desolate Realm glimpsed endless possibilities during its journey through the Origin Realm. A subtle pulse of blood emanated from Yuan Li as he transformed into human form, engaging in a silent dialogue with the Origin Blood deep within the mountain.

Standing before the Beast Temple, Yuan Li listened intently, his face a canvas of shifting emotions. After a brief pause, he nodded, seemingly convinced by the mountain's Origin Blood. Turning to the disheartened Sekou, he offered words of encouragement, "You will find a new source, one that will elevate you to the Eleventh Level you long for. Sekou, you will become immensely powerful, truly unique."

Yuan Li sought to lift the spirits of the Earth Bear, urging him not to wallow in sorrow. "They're not the same," Sekou murmured, his gaze shifting between Yuan Li and the looming Beast Temple behind him. "I owe my gratitude to what is now lost. Without its favor, without its nurturing, there would be no Sekou today. It's gone, I know it's gone, I..."

The outwardly docile yet fiercely savage bear shook his head in denial. "They are different, but Mother Earth will emerge stronger, as a high-level source spirit. This entity, allied with my source blood, will amplify both our strengths."

Acting on the Desolate Realm's Origin Blood's command, Yuan Li continued to persuade Sekou. "Let's return to the Desolate Realm, where it can ascend to a high-level source spirit."

With Yuan Li's declaration, the majestic mountain ceased to be encircled by stars. The celestial bodies were drawn into the mountain, integrating into its mass, augmenting Mother Earth's power.

A murky force field radiated from the mountain, disrupting the abyssal energy that lingered in the starry expanse. The mountain thundered, adjusting its bearing as if seeking the Perish Starfield's coordinates.

Mother Earth, stirring to wakefulness within the mountain, beckoned to the Hannya Divine Tree, wishing for it to settle within and flourish alongside her.

The verdant Hannya Divine Tree, its leaves aglow with an otherworldly light, swayed in joyful anticipation. The divine tree promptly relayed its intentions to the Secular Bird Queen, explaining that once Mother Earth was reborn and regained the might of a high-level origin spirit, it would root itself at the mountain's summit, drawing from the abundant nourishment to grow.

Through Mother Earth, it might transform into a plant origin spirit, akin to the Creation Wood deep within the abyss.

The Hannya Divine Tree was calling out, desiring the Secular Bird Queen to accompany it to the mountain.

"Go."

After a moment of contemplation, Chen Qinghuang gracefully emerged from the branches and alighted upon the Dragon Slash Platform. "I understand that by taking root at the mountain's summit, you're bound to experience a new transformation and breakthrough. I won't stand in your way."

The divine tree, her companion for many years, required the right soil to flourish.

Should the Muddy Divine Soil, now embodying Mother Earth, evolve into a high-level origin spirit, it would provide the ideal foundation for the divine tree to thrive, offering it the utmost benefit.

Chen Qinghuang was well aware that the divine tree had chosen wisely and wished she would join in its decision.

Yet, she declined.

Upon hearing her words, Yuan Li grasped the situation.

He observed the Hannya Divine Tree cease its persuasion, drifting over like a swath of clear sky.

"What a shame."

Yuan Li shook his head, exhaling a soft sigh, yet somehow feeling that perhaps this was for the best.

The Earth Spirit had vanished, but Sekou had gained a new source, poised to ascend to the Eleventh Level, potentially surpassing Tan Xiaotian in strength.

A representative selected by a high-level spirit naturally outmatches those of lower and middle-level spirits.

The encroaching darkness was merely a middle-level spirit.

With a thunderous boom, the Hannya Divine Tree touched down, and the mountain from the Desolate Realm soared through the void.

Atop the Dragon Slash Platform, Yu Yuan and Chen Qinghuang watched the mountain recede into the distance.

Above them, the Origin Blood Continent, transformed into a deep red star, gazed like a vast bloodshot eye, seemingly reluctant to see the mountain depart.

"You wish for me to slay Yuan Li and merge with the Origin Blood inside the mountain to gain the strength to counter that entity," Yu Yuan said, smiling wryly as he communicated with the Origin Blood within the star. "Yet, you're full of apprehension, fearing a pyrrhic victory that might ultimately play into our adversary's hands."

The deep red star ceased its brilliant blood glow, and Jee Ningshuang quietly peeked out.

"Head to the Dark Domain," Yu Yuan suddenly suggested. "There, the power of extreme cold can be fully harnessed. The Dark Domain borders the darkest depths of the abyss. If a barrier existed before, we can certainly rebuild it."

"In the Dark Domain, we can still cling to the hope of harnessing the nearby darkness."

At this moment, Zhong Chichen and Loong Jie were using the Life Keychain within them to communicate with Yu Yuan's Yang God.

They were seeking guidance on their next steps.

"Everyone, proceed to the Dark Domain," Yu Yuan instructed.

Following his command, Ann Ziqing, Taixu, and others whose life forms had significantly transformed, made their way to the Dark Domain. Yu Yuan's true form had already preceded them there.

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On the edge of the Starry Border.

The Phoenix Shrine straddled the boundary between the Origin Realm and the Desolate Realm. This grand and imposing hall had two doors ajar.

One door led to the Origin Realm, while the other opened into the Desolate Realm.

The Phoenix Shrine served as a bridge, connecting these two worlds and allowing the loyal alien beasts, Beast Kings, and Beast Gods from the Origin Realm to pass through to the Desolate Realm.

"Yuen Bu will be returning from the Perish Starfield. We'll set out from here."

Standing before the door facing the Origin Realm, Zhiya, now in the form of a woman with delicate features, said, "The Sky Demon is hunting the alien beasts across the world. We'll do our best to guide as many here as possible."

"Sky Demon?" The White Divine Tiger was taken aback.

"Yes, aside from the Great Demon God Beilstein, all the other devas of the Devaputra Race likely see it as their origin. Beilstein is bound to fall eventually. He might last a bit longer, but he can't hold out forever."

Zhiya appeared to have foreseen the outcome. "Once he falls, he will attempt to kill Yuen Bu and will leave that mountain behind."

"Let's hope Yu Yuan can take action during this time to gain some extra time for us, as well as for himself."

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