204. Possession
"Because of this distance distortion... it's extremely easy to get lost in the Dream Spirit World without accurate positioning..."
Once a spirit loses its way in the Dream Spirit World, its physical body in reality also goes out of control, and death or transformation into a monster is common.
After learning all this, Sulu didn't even dare to move too far.
His current level of Soul Projection is barely above the Dream Spirit World; if he gets too far lost, he might never be able to find his way back.
"And... anything can happen in the Dream Spirit World!"
Perhaps a caterpillar on the ground will turn into a Great Dragon the next day!
Majestic mountains and vast oceans could turn into barren deserts and wastelands in the next second.
The world changes in the blink of an eye!
This place contains an immense wealth of treasures, but also presents terrifying risks!
"Countless dreams... are just pebbles picked up randomly from the roadside..."
"The earth is infinitely vast, situated above the ocean... capable of bearing the mighty power of the gods..."
Sulu recalled the records about the Dream Spirit World in the Book of Nameless Necro-Spirits.
"Here, there's a possibility that some existing dreams might exist; perhaps a pebble or even a flower by the roadside is a rich and colorful dream world..."
The third layer of the Spirit World is called the Dream Spirit World because it is as bizarre and fantastical as a dream. As for connecting to the dream world, that is only part of its ability.
"And what's most terrifying about the Dream Spirit World... is its ability to bear the power of gods! In other words... there might be gods who have passed through here or left traces!"
The power of the gods is immense and boundless; how could they possibly descend into the real world so easily?
The conflict between the rules on both sides is a constraint!
Even in the realms of Phantom Spirit World and the Mind World, there are very few traces of gods, because they are too numerous to contain, and if they do descend, a price must be paid!
But the Dream Spirit World is different!
Its absurd rules are enough to contain all the power of the gods!
"So... this is the world of true big shots. You might encounter a god every few steps? Such a majestic being... just a sweep of light from their flames, or a glimpse of their true form, and I'd be dead, right?"
Sulu felt a chill run down his spine. "The Dream Spirit World... is indeed fraught with danger!"
Of course, danger and opportunity coexist.
By understanding some of the symbols and signs in the Dream Spirit World and learning the 'knowledge' behind them, one can gain all sorts of magical and mysterious powers!
In the real world, advanced occult knowledge often directly equates to power!
For example... by reading the Book of Nameless Necro-Spirits, Sulu gained a wealth of experience and directly enhanced his spirit!
In the Dream Spirit World, as long as the true 'treasure' is found, it is entirely possible to do something similar.
Of course... the chances of finding danger are higher.
After briefly testing his abilities, Sulu suppressed his joy at the upgrade and shifted his thoughts to how to resolve the incident and his options for escape.
"I can now confirm... the Dream of the Ancient God... the dream of Sivinardo, its root lies here, in the Dream Spirit World! But... I can't solve it!"
How can a third-tier professional solve problems for those above the sixth tier? Even if it's just a dream!
Therefore, Sulu immediately focused his attention on how to save himself.
"The Nia City is currently being pulled into the Spirit World... It's already at the second level, and may soon enter the third level, becoming a city within the Dream Spirit World..."
"My spirit is ready to leave at any time... What I need to do now is to let my body leave as well! The Evil Spirit Knight Card's ability... combined with my current level of Soul Projection, should be able to barely manage to detach... I must try, the sooner the better!"
Sulu's spirit returned to his body, a glint of light flashing in his eyes. "Evil Spirit Possession!"
He took out the silver Sealing Card and once again, to a limited extent, broke the seal on it.
Sizzle!
A second crack appeared on the card, a shocking sight.
Black flames surged from the cracks, coiled around Sulu's body, and began to burn fiercely.
"Ah!!!"
Even though he was somewhat prepared, Sulu couldn't help but scream in pain.
Raging!
Amidst the raging flames, he automatically donned a black cloak, his eyes flashing with black fire.
A magic circle appeared beneath their feet, and a Skeleton Horse wreathed in flames was summoned.
Sizzle!
He spurred his horse out of the building and galloped through the air.
"Roar!"
The surrounding Nightmare Demon were startled and gathered around. Upon discovering the Black Knight in the center, they not only refrained from attacking but also respectfully prostrated themselves on the ground.
They sensed the suppression of their status within the Spirit World! The opponent was a true high-ranking being from the Spirit World!
"These Nightmare Demon... aren't they attacking me?"
"It hurts... but I can barely control the Black Knight's movements..."
"It must be because of my promotion?"
Sulu coldly surveyed his surroundings, black flames burning in his pupils.
His consciousness immediately manipulated his body, intending to use this power to break through and leave Nia City.
At this moment, in Sulu's perception, the entire Nia City looked completely different.
The buildings are weathered, the steel is rotten, the ground is decaying... it seems to have become a real city of Spirit World.
Everything and everything seemed somewhat illusory, except for a few places where there was a strong reaction.
"Even I feel dangerous and terrified in the East District now... and the real exit should be... wait?"
Sulu propelled the Nightmare at incredible speed, traversing the dense fog.
Before long, he arrived at a street and looked at a certain building.
It was a private clinic, a place he knew very well!
Angie Ribby and her sister Dora's home!
"So that's how it is... The passage in the East District leads to unknown terrors... while this passage leads to... the true source?"
He wasn't a true Evil Spirit Knight yet, so he couldn't break free directly; he could only search for a flaw in this Dream of the Ancient God!
Now, Sulu has discovered it.
So that's where the flaw in the dream lies!
Or rather... within Dora's Mind Secret Realm!
"No wonder I found the other person's dreams incredibly terrifying last time I came..."
Sulu noticed that all the Nightmare Demon in the city were intentionally or unintentionally avoiding this clinic, as if something terrible was lurking inside.
"There's no other way now..."
He rode the Nightmare and leaped into the air.
Puff!
Instantly, he arrived at the second level of the Spirit World. Nightmare raced across the sea of consciousness, and after only a few steps, he saw a Lone Island Secret Realm, and another slightly dim one, which seemed to be the mind of an ordinary person.
"Go!"
Sulu stopped thinking and rushed into Dora's Mind Secret Realm.
This is a warm and inviting meadow, and not far away there seems to be a European-style Castle.
But... all signs of life have vanished, and only one monster remains on the lawn, its core consisting of a vertical eye and surrounded by countless tentacles!
Flesh Polluter!!