The restricted area behind the Chi Lineage's mountain, outside the Life Source Pool.
The strange black and white phenomena that had previously swept through the entire Chi Lineage have all dissipated, the sky has returned to its eternal clarity, and the ancient restrictions that spanned the peaks have once again stabilized. However, the atmosphere outside the Life Source Pool remains tense and has not yet subsided.
A mountain breeze gently wafted from the depths of the mountains, rustling the ancient trees and leaves. Between the rock walls, faint golden life patterns appeared and disappeared, firmly separating the inside from the outside and guarding the core of the Chi Lineage's forbidden land.
Before the ancient stone gate, two figures stood silently for a long time, waiting. Chi Boqian stood on the left, his expression solemn. The mysterious old man who had guarded the Life Source Pool for thousands of years stood with his hands behind his back, wearing a simple and plain robe. His aged face was calm and unchanging, revealing no emotion whatsoever.
Both of them restrained their minds and did not rush in. Qin Yu had just completed a leap in realm and a supreme transformation in swordsmanship. Now that the pool had returned to Ji Ran, they knew that at such a crucial moment of fundamental sedimentation, it was most important not to be disturbed by outsiders.
The old man raised his eyes and gazed into the depths of the stone gate.
The earth-shattering phenomenon from just now still left an indelible tremor of Daoist energy deep within his Fate Soul. He had witnessed countless ages and seen countless peerless geniuses: some broke through several realms in a hundred years, some were born with extraordinary Fate Soul, and some dominated their generation, surpassing all others in the heavens.
However, Qin Yu, who first entered the Life Source Pool three years ago, was still far from his current level. In the blink of an eye, three years have passed, and he has risen against the odds from the Eternal Silence Realm Initial Stage to the Eternal Silence Realm · Supreme.
Even more terrifying is that the bizarre phenomenon of the sky splitting in black and white could not have been triggered by simply breaking through a cultivation realm.
The old man's gaze darkened slightly, and the slight ripple in his Fate Soul was instantly soothed by the calming influence of time, leaving only a heartfelt sigh, "I never imagined this child's talent had reached such a level."
Chi Boqian turned to look at the old man, who continued slowly, "Only three years have passed, and you have already progressed from the Eternal Silence Initial Stage to the Supreme. This rate of growth is already unparalleled among your peers and is enough to make all the heavens take notice."
His gaze returned to the stone gate, his tone becoming more solemn. "The strange phenomenon just now was definitely not caused by a simple breakthrough. This young man must have comprehended a completely new divine ability, and its grade and profound meaning are unfathomable."
Upon hearing this, the emotions that had been building up inside Chi Boqian surged up once more.
Three years ago, he agreed to let Qin Yu enter the pool for seclusion, his initial intention being nothing more than to borrow the eternal origin of the Life Source Pool to help him repair his damaged Fate Soul. No one could have predicted that in just three years, Qin Yu would not only repair his origin, but also directly reach the Supreme Eternal Silence, revealing a foundation and power that had already transcended the shackles of ordinary realms.
The incredible feats performed in the martial arts arena and the extraordinary phenomena that shook the entire clan today flashed through Chi Boqian's mind, making it even harder to conceal the excitement in his eyes.
"Non-Self young friend Qin Yu is not a direct descendant of my Chi Lineage," he said, a slow smile playing on his lips, "His bond with my Chi Lineage far surpasses that of ordinary outsiders. In the Lineage, my Chi Lineage's victory was entirely due to your efforts. Now that his cultivation has broken through again, such an unparalleled ally is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for my Chi Lineage."
The mysterious old man nodded slightly, tacitly agreeing. His appreciation for Qin Yu had truly taken root. Just then, a faint spatial fluctuation swept across the mountain path in the distance.
The two glanced sideways and saw a slender figure slowly walking through the air, with long hair falling to her shoulders and clothes fluttering in the wind. Her aura was contained within her origin, seemingly peaceful, yet it contained the profound foundation of the Dao unique to the Wuji Realm.
Chi Xiyue, the number one prodigy of the Chi Lineage for millennia, strictly adhered to the rules of the forbidden area. She did not forcibly break the restrictions, and slowed down before reaching the outer layer of the forbidden patterns, calmly stepping into the ancient path. Among the younger generation of the Chi Lineage, very few could freely enter and exit the forbidden area of the back mountain without being summoned, and she was one of them.
In a few breaths, she landed steadily on the stone platform, first bowing slightly to Chi Boqian: "Xiyue greets the clan leader." Then she turned to the mysterious old man, respectfully saying, "Greetings, senior." Chi Boqian nodded slightly and said calmly, "You've arrived." The old man also nodded slightly.
Chi Xiyue straightened up, her gaze passing over the two of them and settling firmly on the ancient stone gate of the Life Source Pool. She had witnessed and felt the black and white crack that had just traversed the sky. Now that the strange phenomenon had disappeared and the world had returned to stillness, she had finally come in person to await the outcome.
The three stood silently, none of them uttering a word, quietly waiting for any movement inside the door.
... Inside the stone gate, Life Source Pool.
Qin Yu had returned to the shore from the center of the pool. Three years of soaking in the pool water had left his robes spotless, without a single water stain. The supreme aura of the Eternal Silence Realm · Supreme had been completely absorbed into his Fate Soul, with no trace of it leaking out. After undergoing the final round of stillness and sedimentation, his Dao foundation was perfect and stable, and the origin of his Fate Soul was full and flawless, completely shedding all the superficiality of his continuous breakthroughs.
He stood quietly on the shore, gazing at the Life Source Pool that had accompanied him for three years.
Just then, a light and melodious familiar voice rang out from the depths of his mind, carrying a hint of teasing and genuine admiration. "Tsk tsk tsk, as expected of our Little Qinzi, he has now reached the Eternal Silence Realm · Supreme, even I am far behind."
Xiao Yue stood with her hands on her hips, perched atop the starlight halo of her sea of consciousness, her sapphire-like eyes blinking gently, brimming with lifelike charm.
Upon hearing this, Qin Yu's lips slowly curved into a faint smile. Three years of seclusion, isolated from the hustle and bustle of the world, with everything in silence, only Xiao Yue remained by his side. Through thick and thin, year after year, day and night, they had long since become inseparable, needing no further words.
His voice was gentle and full of sincerity. "Xiao Yue, time flies, and countless seasons have passed. I am grateful to have you by my side on this journey of cultivation. Without your companionship, I would not have achieved what I have today."
Xiao Yue, who had been all smiles, paused slightly upon hearing this, then gave a soft snort, her eyes sparkling. "At least you still have some conscience." Whoosh
A beam of star-blue light shot out from between Qin Yu's brows, and Xiao Yue's petite figure landed gracefully on his right shoulder. Her star-blue gradient hair fell over her shoulders, and the crescent-shaped silver ornament on her forehead swayed gently. On the deep blue star-studded skirt, intricate star patterns and rings flowed slowly, shimmering with starlight.
She put away her playful nature, raised her eyes to look at the Life Source Pool, and slowly swept her gaze over the surface of the pool, the pool walls, and the primordial Source Dao rhythm flowing underground for thousands of years, examining every inch carefully.
A moment later, Xiao Yue's nonchalant expression vanished, and a serious look settled in her sapphire eyes. Qin Yu keenly noticed the change in her and softly asked, "Xiao Yue?"
Xiao Yue didn't answer immediately, but observed intently for a few more breaths before turning to her and saying seriously, "Little Qinzi, now that you've firmly established yourself at the Eternal Silence Supreme, and your Fate Soul's origin is completely perfected and stable, I no longer need to worry about you within the same realm. Furthermore, with your newly comprehended 'Return to Origin and Sever Retracing,' you possess the ability to fight even a Wuji Realm expert head-on."
She frowned slightly and spoke her mind, "But you left too quickly. Although I have now awakened 'Blue Ring - Super Style One: Consciousness Termination - Annihilation of All Things,' the remaining six supernatural powers are not yet perfected."
Even if I later comprehend "Blue Ring - Super Awakening Style Two: Soul Silence Returns to Origin," I will still be powerless against top-tier Eternal Silence and Wuji experts. I don't want to stand behind you; I can only watch you walk your own path."
Therefore, her gaze was firm. "Next, I will also go into seclusion to break through my cultivation realm. And this Life Source Pool is the supreme opportunity for the awakening of my subsequent supernatural powers."
Qin Yu remained silent for a moment, then nodded slightly. "Alright, how much do you need?" Xiao Yue's expression softened slightly, and she raised her hand to conjure a clear storage crystal core. "Not too much, one cubic meter will suffice."
With a light tap of her fingertip, the crystal core opened a tiny opening. Whoosh—a wisp of clear pool water slowly rose into the air, steadily supported by the star-blue light patterns, without a ripple or disturbance to the pool's rhythm.
In the blink of an eye, a full cubic meter of water entered the crystal nucleus, and the nucleus closed instantly, not a drop more or less.
Xiao Yue gripped the crystal core tightly, her expression returning to solemnity. "Little Qinzi, from this day forward, I will enter your 'Annihilation Devil Pupil - Final Spirit Core' for seclusion. The Final Spirit Core contains Boundless Realm Domain and countless universes; time, cause and effect, and the structure of heaven and earth are all under your control. I only need to create a temporary great world and introduce the Life Source Pool to isolate myself from external disturbances and focus on comprehending the remaining Blue Ring Divine Powers."
At this moment, Qin Yu looked at the Life Source Pool with a volume of tens of millions of cubic meters in front of him. Xiao Yue had only taken a mere liter of water from the pool, and he had no worries in his heart. After leaving the forbidden area, he would simply explain the matter to the clan leader.
"Okay." Qin Yu replied with a smile, his eyes full of anticipation. "I'll be waiting for your breakthrough." Xiao Yue smiled brightly, "Then you better not let me catch up with you."
As soon as she finished speaking, she leaped into the air, clutching the core. Whoosh—a streak of star-blue light instantly entered Qin Yu's brow, and the "Annihilation Devil Pupil - Final Spirit Core" activated.