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She herself probably won't need to use it, since she already has Light Control Technique and Light Reversal Technique, which are enough for defense.

"This divine artifact is of decent value, but the information you provide must be valuable enough for this transaction to be worthwhile. Tell me the secret behind this Destiny Vortex."

The Appraisal Chief God nodded and began to explain, "This Destiny Vortex did not form spontaneously, but was set up by an ancient deity. I do not know exactly who it is, but I guess it was probably the supreme domain lord of the ancient Purple Abyss Divine Realm."

The Destiny Vortex contains powerful temporal and Space-Time Power; a moment's carelessness can lead to being swept into unknown temporal and spatial turbulence. Furthermore, the vortex conceals mysterious restrictions and trials; only by overcoming these can one truly traverse it.

Yun Xi listened quietly to the Appraisal Chief God's words, but she didn't completely believe them. She knew that the Appraisal Chief God often hid deeper intentions in his words, and that his "honesty" at this moment might just be to gain her trust.

"Space-time turbulence? Restrictions and trials?" Yun Xi repeated these keywords in a low voice, a thoughtful look flashing in her eyes. She raised her head, looking directly at the Appraisal Chief God, her tone carrying a hint of doubt. "Lord Chief God, does what you've said mean that you once attempted to traverse the Destiny Vortex?"

The Appraisal Chief God smiled slightly, a hint of meaning in his eyes. "Your Highness Yun Xi is indeed perceptive. Indeed, the Divine Object Abyss Gate opened once long ago, and I did attempt to cross the Destiny Vortex, but ultimately failed."

That defeat made me realize that the Destiny Vortex cannot be broken through by strength alone. It tests one's character, opportunity, and even one's very destiny.

Yun Xi frowned slightly, pondering to herself, "The Destiny Vortex... is it related to fate?"

But--

"Didn't you say that only by passing through the Destiny Vortex can one obtain divine artifacts? If that's the case, how did you obtain that Shield of Spiritual Light?"

Upon hearing this, the Appraisal Chief God was slightly taken aback, and then frankly said, "Your Highness, there is more than one way to obtain a divine artifact than through the Destiny Vortex. Within the Divine Object Abyss Gate Artifacts, if your compatibility with a certain divine artifact is high enough, it is also possible to obtain a divine artifact by chance."

Yun Xi stared sharply at the Appraisal Chief God, her tone tinged with doubt. "Why didn't you explain this situation clearly before?"

The Appraisal Chief God looked embarrassed and quickly explained, "Your Highness, I was worried that saying too much at the beginning would confuse you, so I thought I'd get to the point first. Obtaining this Shield of Spiritual Light was purely coincidental. I was in a secluded corner of the Divine Object Abyss Gate when I inadvertently felt a mysterious power attracting me. Following that power, I found the Shield of Spiritual Light and instantly resonated strongly with it, which is how I successfully obtained it."

Yun Xi snorted coldly, "So, according to you, in this Divine Object Abyss Gate, obtaining a divine artifact depends entirely on luck and compatibility? Then what's so special about the Destiny Vortex?"

The Appraisal Chief God hurriedly replied, "Your Highness, the divine artifacts hidden in the Destiny Vortex are even more powerful and rarer, and the chances of obtaining them will greatly increase if you pass the test of the Destiny Vortex. However, the dangers involved are also enormous; a slight misstep could lead to utter destruction."

"Well then, but you just mentioned that the Destiny Vortex was set up by the ancient Supreme Domain Lord of the Purple Abyss Divine Realm. So, do you know why he would set up such an existence?" Yun Xi continued to ask, trying to extract more information from the words of the Appraisal Chief God.

Yun Xi had not obtained any information about the Divine Object Abyss Gate from the core of the Purple Abyss Divine Realm, so she simply asked this current source of information.

After a moment of contemplation, the Appraisal Chief God slowly said, "Based on the information I have gathered, I speculate that the purpose of the Supreme Domain Lord in setting up the Destiny Vortex is to select those who are truly qualified to inherit the Purple Abyss Divine Realm. Only by passing the test of the Destiny Vortex can one prove that they possess sufficient strength and character to shoulder the responsibility of protecting the Divine Domain."

Yun Xi's eyes flickered slightly, a faint understanding dawning on her. No wonder she felt that strong sense of guidance; it was all related to her identity. As the heir to the Purple Abyss Divine Realm, she was destined to face such a test.

Perhaps the lord of the Purple Abyss Divine Realm did not initially intend to place all his bets on her, but it was only because the wisp of aura within the core of the Purple Abyss Divine Realm sensed her relationship with the Ancient Hongwen God Race that he chose her.

Under normal circumstances, gaining the approval of the previous lord of the Purple Abyss Divine Realm would likely require passing through the Destiny Vortex and then undergoing a rigorous selection process to find a successor...

"Then, Lord Chief God, do you think I have a chance to pass the test of the Destiny Vortex?" Yun Xi asked abruptly, her tone tinged with a hint of probing.

The Appraisal Chief God smiled, a hint of approval in his eyes. "Your Highness Yun Xi, your strength and character far surpass those of ordinary people. I believe you will be able to pass the test. However, the trials of the Destiny Vortex are not static; they will manifest different scenarios and challenges based on each person's circumstances. You must remain vigilant at all times and stay true to your heart in order to ultimately break through."

Yun Xi nodded, secretly on guard. She knew that although the Appraisal Chief God's words sounded reasonable, there might be some kind of trap hidden within. She had to be careful and not let him lead her by the nose.

"My Lord Chief God, thank you for your guidance." Yun Xi's tone remained indifferent, but a hint of inquiry appeared in her eyes. "However, I have another question—why are you so concerned about my defeat? Is it merely because of our contract?"

Upon hearing this, the Appraisal Chief God's smile deepened, "Your Yun Xi is indeed astute. Indeed, my concern for your defeat is not solely due to the Shield of Spiritual Light. In fact, I hope you can find that legendary divine artifact— 'Heart of the Purple Abyss' —through the Destiny Vortex."

"The Heart of the Purple Abyss?" Yun Xi raised an eyebrow slightly, a hint of doubt in her voice. "What is that?"

A fervent glint flashed in the eyes of the Appraisal Chief God, and his tone became solemn. "The Heart of the Purple Abyss is the core divine object of the Purple Abyss Divine Realm, and legend has it that it possesses the power to control the entire divine realm. Only by finding it can one truly control the Purple Abyss Divine Realm and become the true supreme domain lord."

Yun Xi's heart skipped a beat, but she quickly calmed down. She understood that the purpose of Appraisal Chief God was clearly not just that. His eagerness for her to find the Heart of the Purple Abyss must have a deeper intention.