late at night.
The moon and stars are sparse.
The already dim light was further obscured by the dense foliage, making this primeval forest exceptionally dark. Every now and then, a low roar from a beast would echo, startling birds into scattering.
Ning Chuan stood under a tree, appearing in the form of the Cloud Shadow Divine General, and waited patiently.
Buzz!
Suddenly, ripples appeared in the space in front of Ning Chuan, and an unfamiliar figure stepped out!
Ning Chuan was slightly startled, and the next moment he realized that this person was Liu Yuan. However, his concealment was extremely high, and Ning Chuan failed to recognize him at first. It was only by using more than 90% of his senses that he could barely recognize his true appearance!
"The concealment devices provided by the Myriad Stars Divine Kingdom are truly amazing!"
Ning Chuan was secretly alarmed, but naturally he didn't show it. He exuded a powerful aura, adopting a posture as if facing a formidable enemy, and shouted sharply, "Who are you!"
"I am Liu Yuan!"
Sensing the overwhelming power emanating from him, Liu Yuan's eyes changed slightly, and he immediately revealed his true form, exclaiming in shock, "You've advanced to Heavenly King?!"
"Right!"
Ning Chuan nodded, his aura subsiding, a smile appearing on his face. He said, "When the Martial Star revived, I gained some insights and found a path to breakthrough. I just advanced a couple of days ago!"
Ning Chuan understood clearly: the stronger he was, the higher the chances he would be given important responsibilities and the easier it would be to infiltrate the inner circle.
You're really lucky!
Liu Yuan said, half envious and half jealous.
"It's mainly due to the glory of the Divine Kingdom!" Ning Chuan grinned, changing the subject, and said, "So you used a hiding device bestowed by the Divine Kingdom?"
"Um."
"Truly impressive! My investigative skills are quite good too, but I didn't detect anything. I even thought I was being targeted by powerful figures from the Federation!"
"Don't worry, you'll get a share too. The Divine Kingdom will not abandon any of its citizens!"
"Thank you, but why did it take you so long to contact me, Brother Liu..."
During the conversation, Ning Chuan used his Mind-Reading Art to probe Liu Yuan's thoughts and gradually learned the reason.
After Martial Star's revival, Liu Yuan contacted Nie Yang immediately, but he didn't get anything. Instead, he followed Nie Yang's instructions and made several more attempts.
It wasn't until three days ago, when Liu Yuan contacted him, that he had just received the concealment device given to him by Nie Yang.
"Even after the Martial Star's revival, Nie Yang still couldn't verify the authenticity of the Divine Slave?"
An idea flashed through Ning Chuan's mind.
Immediately afterward, Ning Chuan had a sudden realization, noticing a coincidence.
The timing of the several times Nie Yang had Liu Yuan make contact happened to coincide with the time when some of Martial Star's lineages appeared in the world.
Especially the time three days ago, when Liu Wan told him the light screen had disappeared.
"Will the emergence of the Daoist tradition affect the defense mechanisms of Martial Star?"
Ning Chuan had some guesses.
Without much thought, he extended a wisp of his consciousness into the Inheritance Stone of the Prison-Suppressing Manor, asking Bai Zhi, Le Yu, and Momo, who, as remnants of a glorious era, had a better understanding of Martial Star.
"Yes."
Bai Zhi gave an affirmative answer, saying, "The revival of the Martial Star is partly related to itself; it was originally an extraordinary Gu Xing of life!"
"On the other hand, before the powerful forces of that glorious era collapsed, they joined forces and left behind many methods that allow the Martial Star to usher in a resurgence every hundreds of millions of years!"
Bai Qi explained, "Therefore, whenever a glorious era's lineage reappears, the defensive mechanism of the Martial Star will experience certain fluctuations, especially for powerful lineages, where the fluctuations are even more intense!"
After listening, Ning Chuan understood.
At the same time, he also realized that the lineage within the cave was probably inextricably linked to the Hidden Killing Tower!
A powerful force does not necessarily leave behind only one lineage.
However, Ning Chuan was currently talking to Liu Yuan and didn't think too much about it, quickly regaining his composure.
I only contacted you a few days ago because I had no other choice!
Liu Yuan straightened his face and said, "I received orders from that high-ranking official in the Military Department to go to the alien continent to do some things. I only returned to the Federation a few days ago and, after obtaining the concealment equipment, I informed you of this news as soon as possible!"
Upon hearing this, a glint of light flashed deep in Ning Chuan's eyes.
Liu Yuan didn't tell the truth, but among the Divine Slave, they wouldn't lie in the name of the Myriad Stars Divine Kingdom, much less profit from it!
The other party is probably doubting the authenticity of his identity!
It's alright.
Ning Chuan smiled faintly, seemingly unconcerned, and said sincerely, "I'm sorry to trouble you, Brother Liu. I wonder if you've informed that person of my intention to contact the Divine Kingdom?"
"That sir has agreed!"
Liu Yuan nodded, seemingly casually, and said, "By the way, Brother Sun, do you know why that official in the Military Department told me to contact him only after my Martial Star has recovered?"
The Cloud Shadow Divine General's real name is Sun Yun.
"I don't know."
Ning Chuan looked curious and said, "I hope Brother Liu can tell me."
Liu Yuan glanced around, lowered his voice, and said, "So, Ning Chuan possessed the skill to impersonate a divine envoy. That lord was worried that I was a fake. However, after the Martial Star's revival, that lord's power allowed him to enter the Martial Star to investigate, see through the disguise, and confirm that I was indeed a citizen of the Divine Kingdom before assigning me to handle matters on the alien continent."
As they spoke, Liu Yuan secretly observed Ning Chuan's expression, trying to discern the truth from the falsehood.
Liu Yuan was very nervous.
After all, if the Cloud Shadow Divine General was Ning Chuan in disguise, he would surely die. But as a Divine Slave, he could not refuse any orders from the Divine Kingdom!
Ning Chuan raised an eyebrow, somewhat incredulous, and exclaimed in surprise, "Disguising ourselves? How is that possible! The Divine Oracle Talisman possesses unique soul fluctuations; a simple verification would reveal its authenticity!"
Seeing this, Liu Yuan breathed a sigh of relief and feigned a smile, saying, "Then I don't know. Anyway, now that the Martial Star has revived, that lord is a Demigod, and he can tell the difference between the real and the fake at a glance!"
Ning Chuan nodded with a smile, excitedly saying, "That's a good thing, otherwise Ning Chuan would probably still be impersonating the Divine Envoy!"
Liu Yuan said in a deep voice, "When you see your colleagues in the future, tell them to contact that person first. If it were Ning Chuan, he might be killed in one move by the Demigod through the Martial Star Defense Mechanism!"
After finishing speaking, Liu Yuan provided his contact information.
Finally, he added, "The task entrusted to you by the Divine Kingdom will be personally explained by that great being. Contact him now!"
Liu Yuan's heart was in his throat.
Given the previous setup, if the person in front of him is indeed Ning Chuan, he might suddenly attack and kill him.
Fortunately, a brief response put Liu Yuan at ease.
"Good!"
Ning Chuan sat cross-legged, closed his eyes, and probed the void with his consciousness to begin contacting the Myriad Stars Divine Kingdom.
He had no choice but to agree.
Otherwise, it would be tantamount to admitting that one is Ning Chuan.
However, Ning Chuan felt that this contact was mainly for intimidation!
There is currently no powerful lineage or tradition in the world.
Nie Yang couldn't confirm whether Liu Yuan was real or not, so he probably couldn't see through the disguise of the Spirit Transformation Technique.
Moreover, even if they saw through his disguise, they couldn't possibly kill him!
The defensive mechanism of Martial Star is only stronger than that of the Heavenly Martial Realm. Nie Yang couldn't even break through the latter, let alone the former.
His consciousness was scattered. After a brief period of darkness, Ning Chuan saw a towering figure, as if it were formed from the blazing sun, dazzling and magnificent, making people dare not look directly at it!
"Greetings, Demigod!"
Ning Chuan spoke with unusual respect, as humble as a servant, saying, "I am Sun Yun, titled Cloud Shadow. Twelve years ago, I was subdued by the Divine Envoy Lin Fengyang and received the glory of the Divine Kingdom!"
Nie Yang examined it carefully and sensed the unique soul fluctuations of the Divine Oracle Talisman, but the Martial Star's defense mechanism was too strong, and he could not confirm its authenticity.
What's your opinion of Ning Chuan?
Nie Yang spoke indifferently.
Ning Chuan pondered for a moment, then said solemnly, "My lord, Ning Chuan is a major threat to the Divine Kingdom and must be eliminated. Although he is powerful, I am willing to do my part, even if it means a self-destructive assassination!"
As he spoke, Ning Chuan's tone gradually became more impassioned.
Nie Yang narrowed his eyes and said, "Not for now. You should gather all the intelligence about Ning Chuan first. I will notify you when needed."
"Yes, sir!"
Ning Chuan responded in a deep voice, but he understood in his heart that he had not gained Nie Yang's trust!
Nie Yang will confirm the authenticity of his identity during the next fluctuation period of the Martial Star Defense Mechanism!
Whether or not it can be kept secret at that time, Ning Chuan doesn't know.
Although the Spirit Transformation Technique is the supreme inheritance of the Prison-Suppressing Manor, Nie Yang is a quasi -Demigod with unparalleled power and terrifying abilities!
After thinking for a moment, Ning Chuan suddenly spoke, excitedly saying, " Demigod, I have something to tell you regarding Ning Chuan!"
Nie Yang glanced at him and said, "Speak!"
" Ning Chuan seems to have found some Enlightenment Flower in a certain Daoist sect. It's a divine medicine that's said to enhance one's comprehension, and he plans to give it to some of the Heavenly King of the Federation!" Ning Chuan said in a deep voice, "This is information I gathered through my intelligence network within the Federation. I wonder if it will be of any use to you, sir?"
Upon hearing this, Nie Yang's eyes flickered slightly. After a moment, he said, "That's right. Continue investigating. Liu Yuan will give you hiding tools and a communicator to contact the Military Department."
After saying that, he gestured for Ning Chuan to leave.
"Yes!"
Ning Chuan regained consciousness.
Ning Chuan knew that revealing this news would increase Nie Yang's suspicions.
However, Nie Yang's standard of judgment was based on his own investigation of him.
If he is exposed, the consequences are self-evident.
However, if he can successfully keep it a secret, this insignificant piece of news can highlight his abilities and make him more likely to be valued by Nie Yang!
Swish!
Ning Chuan opened his eyes and stood up. Liu Yuan at him and asked nervously, "How is it?"
Ning Chuan grinned and said, " The Demigod- God praised me. If I can make contributions in the future, I might be rewarded, perhaps even reaching the River Realm, the Great River Realm, or even the Sea Realm!"
Congratulations, Brother Sun!
Liu Yuan offered his congratulations with a smile.
The two talked for a while, then parted ways and went their separate ways.
Whoosh!
Liu Yuan found a secluded corner to hide in, closed his eyes, and focused his consciousness to contact the Myriad Stars Divine Kingdom.
Not long after, Liu Yuan saw Nie Yang's imposing figure.
"Greetings, Demigod!"
What do you think of Sun Yun?
Nie Yang asked calmly.
Liu Yuan was somewhat jealous of Ning Chuan, but restricted by the Divine Oracle Talisman, he could only truthfully say, "I don't think Cloud Shadow Divine General is Ning Chuan in disguise; his behavior was normal and natural!"
"I see."
Nie Yang didn't take it seriously, saying, "Whether it's true or false, we'll know soon enough. We can use this time to verify it and cause Ning Chuan some trouble."
Liu Yuan was taken aback for a moment, then asked, "How do we do it?"
Don't ask questions you shouldn't ask!
A detached voice rang out, startling Liu Yuan so much that he repeatedly apologized and admitted his mistake, hastily withdrawing his thoughts.
The night passed quickly.
The next day.
A message quickly spread among the arrivals, causing a huge uproar and captivating countless people!
Ning Chuan possesses several Enlightenment Flower!