After the ceremony, Chi Boqian slowly turned around and looked at the fully equipped and ready-to-go troops behind him.
This expedition boasts an exceptionally strong lineup. In addition to the clan leader himself, there are ten supreme elders of the Eternal Silence Realm · Supreme accompanying him, each a powerful figure who has guarded a region for millennia.
In addition, hundreds of Eternal Silence Realm · Middle Stage, selected through rigorous screening, accompanied the group, responsible for protecting them along the way and dealing with any unexpected crises.
More than a hundred auras of top-tier experts intertwined and swirled, heavily pressing down on the void and causing the heavens and earth to tremble slightly.
The vessel used for this journey is no ordinary spirit boat or immortal ship, but the Chi Lineage's clan-level ancient spatial treasure— the Grand Void Realm-Crossing Ancient Ship.
This ship was forged from the essence of the Void Dao passed down through generations of the Chi Lineage. Its entire hull is made of Primordial Source Gold, spanning the galaxy, resembling a floating ancient holy city.
The ship's hull is engraved with three supreme ancient runes representing space, time, and reincarnation, bearing the accumulated traditions of the Chi Lineage across countless eras. Nine ring-shaped star wheels float outside the ship's hull, and each rotation can tear through billions of miles of void and traverse multidimensional barriers.
The bow of the ship is inlaid with a peerless Origin Void Crystal Core, which condenses the spatial origin left by ancestors of all generations. It can forcibly break through the dimensional barrier of the universe and cross boundaries in an instant.
Boom!!! Chi Boqian raised his hand and activated the ancestral artifact. The Grand Void Realm-Crossing Ancient Ship slowly manifested from the origin of the void. Its enormous shadow covered the sky, and its vast pressure enveloped all directions.
All the disciples of the clan raised their heads in unison, their eyes filled with shock and awe. The expedition members boarded the ship and ascended to the next level in turn, with the five participating prodigies, ten Supreme elders, and one hundred guardians all arranged in an orderly manner.
Qin Yu stood amidst the crowd, his expression calm, his gaze gazing serenely at the vast and boundless outer void, his heart undisturbed.
At the bow of the ship, Chi Boqian, his robes fluttering in the wind, stood overlooking the entire expeditionary force.
After a long silence, a single word resounded throughout the heavens. "Depart!" Whoosh! Nine colossal star wheels roared and spun in unison, and countless spatial Dao patterns instantly lit up.
The dimensional barrier that stretched across the void suddenly ripped apart, and a giant spatial passage connecting the fourth and Fifth Multidimensional Universe slowly unfolded. Brilliant ship light soared into the sky, and the Grand Void Realm-Crossing Ancient Ship, carrying the entire expeditionary force of the Chi Lineage, broke through the void, crossed dimensions, and headed towards the Fifth Multidimensional Universe — the Primordial Grave, the Myriad Worlds Graveyard!
The Grand Void Realm-Crossing Ancient Ship rampaged wildly, tearing apart one cosmic barrier after another. Nine ring-shaped star wheels slowly rotated, and with each rotation, billions of strands of spatial radiance spread out from both sides of the ship, transforming into a dazzling river that stretched across the vast void.
The ancient warship cuts through the waves, traversing the depths of the vast starry sea. In the distance, one after another shattered worlds float silently in the dark universe, with broken continents drifting and circling each other, and billions of stars shattering into a rain of light that falls from the sky. Countless ancient Dao patterns intertwine to form a sky full of rosy clouds, illuminating the entire transcontinental route with magnificent and wondrous beauty.
At the bow of the ship, Chi Boqian was discussing the arrangements for the grand competition with three senior Eternal Silence Realm · Supreme Elders. The ancient scroll would slowly unfold and then close again. The elders had solemn expressions and would occasionally exchange their views in hushed tones.
On the other side of the ancient ship's railing, Qin Yu stood alone, his clothes billowing in the wind and fluttering gently in the cosmic gale.
His gaze pierced through the endless galaxy, silently watching the endless remnants of the apocalypse that flashed by one after another. Even he, who was used to seeing many secret realms, couldn't help but linger for a long time at such a magnificent and desolate scene.
Just then, a gentle and calm female voice came from behind him. "Young Master Qin, is there something on your mind?" Qin Yu turned around slowly upon hearing the voice.
The newcomer was dressed in a plain blue dress, with a Wenwan demeanor, and a composure honed by countless years in her brows. She was none other than Chi Tongyue, one of the ten Eternal Silence Realm · Supreme who accompanied the group.
Qin Yu clasped his hands slightly, his expression humble and polite. "Senior Tongyue." Chi Tongyue nodded gently, smiling as she looked at him. Qin Yu's lips curved slightly, showing no arrogance, his voice calm and sincere. "This junior has no worries." He turned his head again to gaze at the boundless universe, starlight reflected in his eyes.
"I can only marvel at how vast the Eternal Nonexistence Limitless Domain is, and how boundless the five-dimensional universe is. The scenery along the way is unique in its own way, and it would be a great pity not to take the time to appreciate it."
Chi Tongyue followed his gaze and looked out. In the distance, a sea of stars, composed of billions of glittering stars, flowed slowly. She smiled gently, her eyes soft.
"Young Master Qin is absolutely right. I have traversed many territories in the five-dimensional universe, and each place has its own unique features." She gently raised her slender hand, pointing towards the deep space.
"There is a desolate starry river where the aurora borealis shines year-round, a crystal-clear floating continent that floats above chaos, and a celestial forest formed by towering ancient trees. Such a paradise is known to very few outsiders."
She looked at Qin Yu, her smile Wenwan, "After the Four Great Lineage Grand Competition concludes, if Young Master Qin has the time, I can take you to explore the five multidimensional universes. Those places are all exceptional secret realms I've discovered through years of travel."
Qin Yu nodded slightly, genuine gratitude welling in his eyes. "Thank you for your kindness, senior." He paused briefly, his tone humble and open. "I hope to have such an opportunity in the future. However, after the competition, I still have many important matters to attend to."
His words were devoid of any insincere politeness; his eyes were clear, and his attitude was solemn. "If I can truly extricate myself in the future, I'm afraid I'll have to trouble Senior Tongyue to guide me." Upon hearing this, Chi Tongyue nodded gently, able to tell that Qin Yu's words came from the bottom of his heart and were not mere formalities.
Just then, a gentle laugh rang out from the side. "Haha, Fellow Daoist Qin, there's no need to rush to conclusions."
Qin Yu looked in the direction of the voice and saw a middle-aged man in a dark blue robe walking slowly towards him. He had a refined appearance, gentle and open eyes, and a friendly demeanor that made people feel as if they were bathed in a spring breeze. He was none other than Chi Huaping, the Supreme Elder of the Chi Lineage's Eternal Silence Realm · Supreme.
He walked to their side, a kind smile on his face as he looked at Qin Yu. "Even if we don't have time to travel the entire five-dimensional universe, the Void Dharma Realm where my Chi Lineage's foundation is located has countless scenic spots worth lingering over. Many of these sights are places that even many disciples within the clan have never set foot in."
He smiled calmly, "It won't take up too much time. If Fellow Daoist Qin has time in the future, I can accompany you on your travels." Qin Yu clasped his hands in greeting to the two again, his expression naturally humble. "Thank you for your kind offer, elders." He smiled slightly. "However, the most important thing right now is to successfully complete this competition. As for the future itinerary, we can discuss it after the event concludes."
Chi Tongyue and Chi Huaping exchanged a smile, their gazes towards Qin Yu now filled with genuine admiration. Chi Huaping looked at Qin Yu, her voice soothing. "Fellow Daoist Qin, there's no need to put too much pressure on yourself." After a slight pause, she continued.
"These past few days, I've heard quite a bit about your deeds from Senior Sister Tongyue. We are well aware of your strength, and I firmly believe that the Chi Lineage will achieve excellent results in this competition." His expression then became solemn. "Let alone the young prodigies of our generation, even for a cultivator like myself at the Eternal Silence Realm · Supreme, it would be no easy task to steadily suppress Fellow Daoist Qin."
Chi Tongyue nodded slightly, clearly agreeing with the assessment. Upon hearing this, a faint blush crept across Qin Yu's ears. He slightly averted his gaze, coughed lightly, and, unusually, felt a little uncomfortable, quickly waving his hand.
"Senior, you flatter me. I still have many shortcomings and am far from being as strong as the two elders have described. I am truly unworthy of such praise."
As the three were chatting, a loud voice rang out from the bow of the ship, slowly echoing throughout the entire Grand Void Realm-Crossing Ancient Ship: "Attention, everyone!" "The Grand Void Realm-Crossing Ancient Ship is about to enter the Fifth Multidimensional Universe — the Primordial Grave!"
As soon as they finished speaking, the three of them stopped talking at the same time, turned around and looked at the ancient ship ahead. They saw a vast universe ahead, the scenery of which had changed at some point. An aura of the end times, far more ancient and desolate than any territory along the way, rushed over from the depths of the endless void, as if the earliest era of the universe and the final resting place of countless civilizations after their destruction were all silent in this boundless world.
The Grand Void Realm-Crossing Ancient Ship slowly broke through the last layer of the cosmic barrier. In an instant, the world opened up, and the Fifth Multidimensional Universe hidden at the end of the endless void— the Primordial Grave —was finally fully revealed to all living beings.
Boom!!!
An ancient, vast, and indescribable aura of the end times surged forth, like a colossal beast that had slumbered for countless ages slowly awakening, sweeping across the land from afar.
Qin Yu stood on one side of the ship's side, his gaze slightly narrowed. The scene before him was Ultimate that even with his calm demeanor, he was momentarily shocked.
This territory cannot be measured by ordinary standards. Countless shattered continents, damaged realms, and desolate ancient star fields float silently in the vast void, like relics slumbering at the end of time.
Some remnants of the past still retain traces of their once brilliant civilizations; others have long since vanished into Annihilation, leaving only wisps of broken Source Dao drifting leisurely in the void.
This place lacks the usual prosperity of the universe, the dazzling brilliance of newly born stars, and only the weight and vicissitudes that stretch across eternity. It is as if all traces of the Eternal Nonexistence Limitless Domain past and present of everything coming to an end have converged here.
The Fifth Multidimensional Universe, the Primordial Grave, the Eternal Nonexistence Limitless Domain: Among the five multidimensional universes, this is the universe closest to the Limitless Origin.
Ancient legends have circulated throughout the world: this is an ancient relic universe left behind before the formation of the Eternal Nonexistence Limitless Domain, burying a complete ancient era before the First Era.
It is infinitely vast, yet infinitely close to nothingness. The source of all endeavors can be found here; the final destination of all things that perish is this graveyard.
The Grand Void Realm-Crossing Ancient Ship continued to sail forward, and the scenery around the Primordial Grave gradually became clear. One after another, huge void platforms floated in the sky and earth, each protected by layers of powerful Dao arrays. At this moment, forces from all sides of the Eternal Nonexistence Limitless Domain had already gathered on the platforms.
There are ancient families piloting majestic ancient ships, hidden clans with powerful figures lying dormant for centuries, lone Rogue Cultivator traveling far and wide, ancient sects coming specifically to watch the battle, and even more secretive clans that rarely appear in the world.
Looking up, the void was filled with figures, and powerful auras crisscrossed. Eternal Silence Realm cultivators could be seen everywhere, and many beings with unfathomable depths lurked in the shadows of the void, never revealing their true cultivation.