New Chapter: Calamity of Gujin's Return

Since that parting years ago, a passage connecting the Great Universe of the past and present has been established. A long time has passed, yet there has been no news of it until now, which is quite strange.

Wang Xuan had doubts and questions, and was quite worried about his old friends. When he unexpectedly heard news about it today, he naturally wanted to get to the bottom of it.

"More than eighty years ago, it was quite bizarre and terrifying. A powerful expert at the Great Perfection Heavenly Grade, who even had one foot in the Super Peerless Domain, experienced something that shook the Star Sea during his visit to Sky City and his experience in the Bronze Giant Palace."

Chong Xiao's expression turned somewhat solemn when he mentioned what happened back then.

Such a master, almost reaching the Super Peerless Domain, was in a coma for a full 10 years after "Dream Walking" in the Life and Death Arena.

During this time, various "famous doctors" and experts tried to treat him, but none of them could wake him up.

"Finally, he woke up naturally, but was extremely exhausted. It was all because during his Dream Walking, he saw a battle between Gu Jin and an unfathomable creature. The scene was blurry, but he was affected even across the vast expanse of space. His mind was severely damaged, and he had touched upon some inexplicable Daoist principles."

In that battle, a blurry figure emerged from the Black Wood Box. It was probably humanoid, shrouded in chaotic energy, and fiercely fought against the other being.

"Back then, the Great Perfection Heavenly Grade who 'Dream Walking' to the edge of the battlefield felt like an ant, looking up to see a fierce tiger and a lion locked in fierce combat. Or like a bird flying low overhead, seeing two giant dragons fighting bloody battles above the clouds, their scales icy cold and dripping with blood, any drop of blood falling could cause a flock of birds to explode instantly."

According to the expert who witnessed the battle, even across the Endless Deep Space, with the chaotic mist obstructing his view, he couldn't withstand it and thought he was going to die.

"That opponent from ancient times to the present has more than one form, and is incredibly terrifying, but he is too far removed from us. Moreover, both of them are shrouded in unfathomable Daoist charm, covered by a thick fog, making it difficult to see the whole picture."

In a daze, that Heavenly Grade Expert was glanced at by his ancient and modern opponent across the Endless Deep Space, and he instantly froze, his primordial spirit seemingly frozen.

At that moment, in his eyes and in his inner world, he saw blue eyes, enormous and vast, like a sky, looming before him, cold and merciless, rendering him unable to move.

Besides that, he could sense nothing else. The boundless deep space was vast and magnificent, but all that remained were those icy eyes that were so large that they were suffocating and made him stiff and unable to move.

"And then?" the wolverine pressed.

Not only Wang Xuan wanted to know about that battle, but everyone present listened intently. That battle more than 80 years ago was truly astonishing. The brief description made them feel extremely small, unable to face such an ethereal being, yet they were also eager to learn more.

"Blood splattered, or perhaps it was blood, or perhaps the Dao was collapsing. Both the ancient and modern beings were injured in their duel. Then the entire deep space exploded, chaos scattered, and the Bronze Giant Palace forcibly ended this 'Dream Walking'. That master of the Great Perfection Heavenly Grade was unconscious for 10 years."

However, after he woke up and restored his depleted primordial spirit, he became Super Peerless being in less than two years. Although he almost died, he was also lucky, as he witnessed some indescribable Daoist charm while Dream Walking.

Heng Cheng, a descendant of the Ancestor Return descendants of Anomalous Beings, listened intently, pondering for a moment before asking, "Is this a battle from the Old Saint period, which has passed through countless years, or a newly emerged battle?"

As Chong Xiao had previously stated, some people believe that this battle may take place in the outer universe of the present world.

The Six-Eyed Golden Cicada spoke, "It's moving and captivating. What level is that? In a realm unknown to us, there exists a supreme confrontation and bloody battle. It's a pity that you and I can't see it at all. If only we could glimpse it anytime."

"Don't daydream about it. If something like that really happened, there would be no escaping it. It would be an apocalyptic scene," Luo Ying said, adding that such a high-level battle might only occur at the end of an era, when the Supernatural Center shifts, and be witnessed by all races.

Wolverine said, "In the end, the battle scene exploded, and we couldn't see the result of the battle. It's regrettable and very frustrating."

Chong Xiao said, "That battle may not be completely over. The two sides are too high-level. If neither side can defeat the other, they may remain in a stalemate for one or two centuries."

"Who do you think has the advantage, and which side has a better chance of winning?" Wang Xuan asked, after all, his knowledge was limited and not as extensive as Chong Xiao's.

"I think that Gujin may be at a slight disadvantage. First of all, it has been gone for too long, lost its former territory, and lacks strong foundation support."

The foundation Chong Xiao refers to is the clan, the star sea they govern, and the lineages under their jurisdiction.

For example, when a superhuman migrates with his or herd, it is not only to protect his or her clan, but also to improve himself or her. The larger the clan, the more beneficial it is for the superhuman's cultivation. It can be said that they complement each other.

At a higher level, perhaps the same applies. Although it is not the decisive factor, if the two sides are very similar in their abilities, some factors cannot be completely ignored.

Just like the Black Peacock Sacred Mountain, the clan's Old Anomalous Being once cultivated at the Five Tribulations Mountain and became guardians outside the mountain.

Although the Five Tribulations Mountain is ethereal, invisible, and untraceable, and holds a very transcendent status, upon closer examination, it also possesses various profound foundations.

The wolverine nodded, somewhat moved, and said, "It's similar to our Five Elements Mountain. Throughout history, it has needed followers, territory, and new demons to join."

Chen Yu rolled her eyes at him and said, "Through the way Great King thinks, although there are some problems, it can be understood in this way with some difficulty."

Chong Xiao continued, "Secondly, Gujin has been missing for a long time, not appearing for many centuries. Everything that once belonged to it must have been divided up by various parties. If it cannot be stabilized after its return, there may not be only one hunter. If other beings also join the fray, Gujin may collapse if things go wrong."

"That makes sense." Wang Xuan nodded, his expression grave. Gu Jin's situation was indeed very difficult. He hoped that it could safely overcome the tribulation of returning and stabilize in the early stages.

But there was no use in worrying about it; many years had passed, and what was bound to happen had already happened.

"You're thinking too simply. Don't try to understand the struggles and confrontations at that level using the logic of fictional stories. It's far more dangerous and complex than you imagine."

A round-faced boy walked by, looking very young and inexperienced. He glanced at the crowd and made this comment.

"Whose house is this..." the wolverine blurted out, but thankfully he reacted quickly, covering his mouth and silencing the word "child" that was about to escape his lips.

The round-faced boy glanced at him but didn't take it to heart. He was clearly of high status and wouldn't get angry over a single sentence.

"Please forgive me, senior." Luo Ying quickly bowed, her sweet smile conveying respect, and then took the opportunity to ask for guidance, naturally easing and adjusting the atmosphere.

"That level is very complicated. Some beings have been listed, some will be destroyed, and some will be erased. It's terrifying. Forget it, it's best not to pry into the affairs of adults. I don't know much either, so I dare not say more, lest I die a violent death."

The round-faced boy vanished in a flash, disappearing completely after taking another step.

"Hiss, an alien!" The wolverine's fur stood on end, and it slapped itself twice to remind itself where it was.

In Sky City, it's not uncommon to encounter extraordinary people by chance!

Wang Xuan remained silent. He had only briefly heard a few words about it back then: certain prohibited items were to be destroyed, which was truly chilling.

He realized that the situation in the Supernatural Central Great World was far more complex than he had imagined. For example, the ancient and modern worlds had long since crossed boundaries, but so far there had been no major developments.

"Shall we go in and take a look?" Six-Eyed Golden Cicada looked at the tall building in front of him, eager to try. It was too mysterious inside. It could even "Dream Walking" to very far-fetched eras and very distant places.

The Bronze Giant Palace is thousands of meters high, like a mountain, and is considered one of the landmark buildings of Sky City. No one knows its origin.

It's strange that some of the arenas within it allow people to travel spiritually, and the "principle" behind this has yet to be figured out.

Several titans in the field of weapon crafting have come here, but after studying for a long time, they all left completely clueless.

"Does anyone have a reservation? The arena is almost full, but there are still some VIP seats available. Our price is..."

When the female immortals in front of the Bronze Giant Palace asked very politely and inquired about the prices, Wolverine and Six-Eyed Golden Cicada both straightened their backs and said that they had made a reservation, but had misremembered the time and would come again tomorrow.

After walking a distance away from the enormous bronze building, they shook their heads. It was too damn expensive. Not to mention VIP tickets, even regular tickets were astronomically priced. The rare items they needed were enough for them to cultivate for several years.

"It's nothing. After the grand event begins in a few days, when the discussions get really heated, someone will inevitably take the stage. It should be held in the Bronze Giant Palace, and all participants can go in," Luo Ying said. "Just wait a few days."

Chong Xiao suggested, "Let's go to the Oddities Zone now. That's the liveliest place, always packed with people. You might actually find something good there. Some people have hunted for treasures there and bought rare artifacts from otherworldly beings at low prices. Others have discovered rare materials that can be used to craft prohibited items."

The exotic goods area is vast, stretching as far as the eye can see, with numerous stalls, while the upscale shops are actually converted from cave dwellings.

Even without major events, this place is always bustling with people. People of all races and religions come and go from the Outer Heaven, selling and buying exotic items, and many people choose this place.

Without a doubt, there are many good things here. For example, the Divine Medicine area is so popular that even some beings at the Great Perfection Heavenly Grade linger there, unable to tear themselves away.

However, the exotic items here are really expensive.

For example, that group of round, familiar faces, a bunch of Black and White Bear, couldn't take the blows from the Heavenly Rank that the cargo owner had announced, and they were howling loudly there.

"Three-Colored Strange Bamboo!" exclaimed the Six-Eyed Golden Cicada.

A group of giant pandas are haggling over a bamboo stalk that displays three colors in a flowing pattern. The tribe is wealthy, but they still think that such exotic items are ridiculously expensive.

But there was nothing they could do; once they saw the bamboo, they couldn't move.

Luo Ying had mixed feelings. In the Meteorite Sea, she had discovered a Five-Colored Strange Bamboo, but regrettably missed it, and it fell into the hands of a group of swindlers impersonating the Tattoo Palace.

Of course, the group of swindlers were then double-crossed by a powerful demon who called himself the Golden Horn King. He smashed the head of the fake Hongdao from the Tattoo Palace with an iron rod and stole the Five-Colored Strange Bamboo.

Wang Xuan was also in a strange mood. He had drunk the brilliant juice of the Five-Colored Strange Bamboo, but missed out on the Eight-Colored Strange Bamboo and Ten-Colored Strange Bamboo.

Upon seeing them, Xiong Shan immediately shouted, "Chong Xiao, Kong Xuan, you two be the judge! This shopkeeper is outrageous! It's just a Three-Colored Strange Bamboo, yet he dares to charge me the price of Five-Colored Strange Bamboo. What do you think? Should I challenge him to a duel at the Bronze Giant Palace to seek justice?"

This top-tier black and white cat got desperate, ready to fight the shop owner to the death, and dragged over acquaintances to support him.

The shop owner was also a bit confused. Although he really wanted to take advantage of these Black and White Bear, it didn't seem good to be targeted by them. The main reason was that the Old Anomalous Being of this tribe were too vengeful.

"Alright, I give up, I'll sell it cheap!" The shop owner didn't want to escalate the conflict with these burly Black and White Bear, so he made a concession.

"Kong Xuan?!" In the distance, in the street vendor area, a tall woman turned around. She had long blue hair, a fair oval face, and deep eyes. Looking into her eyes, one's heart would sink.

She was a calm, serene, and composed girl, but when she smiled, she became incredibly alluring, captivating and graceful, her charm and elegance far surpassing that of the other female immortals around her.

She was browsing the curiosities section when she heard Xiong Shan from the National Treasure Clan call out to Kong Xuan. She immediately turned around, and her slightly enchanting smile gradually faded.

She spotted Wang Xuan immediately and walked straight over.

"Isn't this the girl who had a bad back injury from her youth?" the wolverine said.

Young Lang Tian, "Father, if you hadn't spoken, my Second Father and that Miss An would have looked much better."

The person who came was An Jingqi, who naturally heard the conversation and the last trace of a smile disappeared from her face.

The Long-armed Divine Ape Clan has a shop in the Wonders Zone that sells Immortal Peaches. Of course, the Purple Mansion Peach is a strategic wonder, as one peach can extend one's life by ten thousand years, so it is not sold at all.

At this moment, Yuan Sheng was also in the shop, entertaining Xuan Tian, who was wearing White Turtle. When he noticed the situation in the distance, he said, "Someone is going to be in trouble. He ran into Fairy An by chance. This is going to be a good show."

Xuan Tian was surprised and turned around, saying, "An Jingqi? She's busy fighting with her black best friend. But, could that person be... Kong Xuan, the one who bumped into her waist?"

"That's right!" Yuan Sheng nodded with a smile.

Xuan Tian immediately became interested and asked, "Is Kong Xuan very strong? Recently, two female immortals mentioned this name when they were teasing each other. They seemed to be very powerful. Comparing Kong Xuan and Lu Renjia, who is stronger?"