Countless planets were arranged into intricate patterns, forming a massive labyrinth.
Each layer of the labyrinth consisted of hundreds of planets.
From outer space, it looked like a colossal structure built within the universe.
"So this is the Taurus Starfield?"
Just then, a deep voice rang through the universe:
"Welcome to the Land of Tenacity, outsider."
"I am Taurus Guardian Taurus."
"If you wish to obtain my mark, you must prove your unwavering resolve."
The owner of the voice did not appear, yet an overwhelming sense of majesty washed over him.
"This labyrinth will make you experience every kind of pain and despair."
"Only those with the strongest will can pass."
"Are you... ready?"
Lin Ye clenched his fists. "I'm ready."
"Very good." Taurus's voice carried approval.
"Then begin. Remember, what is being tested here is not your combat strength."
"It is your perseverance in the face of despair."
As his words fell, the planets in the labyrinth's outermost layer began to move.
A passage appeared before Lin Ye.
Lin Ye piloted the shuttle into the labyrinth.
The moment he entered the first layer, the scene abruptly changed.
He found himself back on the Solar System battlefield.
The Void Devourer was slaughtering everything in a frenzy.
Uranus was torn apart once more, while Neptune vanished with a scream.
The Sun's light rapidly dimmed.
"No... this isn't real..." Lin Ye gritted his teeth.
But the pain felt so real.
Watching his familiar home be destroyed felt like having his heart carved apart.
"This is only an illusion. I already defeated the Void Devourer."
Lin Ye forced himself to remain rational.
He struggled through the passage of the first layer.
Upon entering the second layer, an even crueler scene appeared.
Luffy was swallowed by Void Energy, letting out a miserable scream.
Zoro's