The First Severing of the Fate Diagram · The Soul Blade Tests Fate

The Dream Abyss is still.

All members of the Dream Clan remained at their posts, and the Dream Chain Probing, Schematic Sensing, and Soul Network Monitoring operated in an orderly manner, as if this were a base within a realm that had never harbored any murderous intent.

However, at this very moment--

A beam of golden soul runes suddenly rose from the communication stone platform on the right side of the camp!

That was the warning rune that automatically activated after the advanced Dream Chain Sensing was triggered.

Its shape resembles a tower of light flowing backwards, instantly converging on the central command center!

Standing at the bottom, "Xiao Menglin" (i. e., Qin Yu) immediately stepped forward according to procedure, clasped his hands in a deep voice, and reported:

"Reporting to the Commander."

"The Threshold points of the triple Soul Chains at the front line have been triggered simultaneously!"

"The boundary pulse perception lock we just set up has been distorted and fluctuated, and the frequency of the fluctuation matches Qin Yu's previous remnant soul trajectory perfectly!"

He deliberately reorganized the language using a "sense-based logic" common to the Dream Clan, making it flawless and leaving behind the echo of "Xiao Menglin's " thoughts within the resonance realm of the main soul consciousness.

Above, Meng Longjin's expression hardened, her eyes flickered, and she suddenly stood up. Her soul robe trembled without wind, and the pressure in the entire Dream Abyss instantly tightened like an arrow!

"Is it really him?"

Qin Yu said firmly:

"Dream patterns are perfectly aligned, destiny imprints are all correct, and the three stages of consciousness and breath are all in harmony—unless this person's own physical structure has been rewritten, there is absolutely no other like them!"

Meng Longjin smiled coldly, slowly raised his hand, and his powerful voice reverberated into the consciousness of every Dream Clan member:

"Very good."

"The fifteen members of Dream Abyss, assemble."

In an instant, the Dream Clan hunters who were originally sitting in various places stood up, their gray soul dream robes rippled like a tide, and they all fell to the middle of the dream platform to form a formation.

Meng Longjin's eyes were like torches as he shouted in a deep voice:

"Xiao Menglin, lead the way! Everyone, form three rows of the Sword-Style Soul-Locking Array!"

"We must push forward with all our might and not be distracted. The moment Qin Yu appears—"

"Whoever can first slay his body and silence his soul will be personally rewarded upon returning to his clan!"

"Promise!"

The crowd responded in unison, their Dream Soul Patterns erupting all over their bodies like a gray-blue tidal wave bursting forth from the Dream Abyss!

At this moment, the leader of the group, "Xiao Menglin," maintained a calm demeanor, his breathing steady, and his tone respectful.

"Your subordinate obeys."

He leaped into the air, guiding everyone in a straight line through the gray sky following the direction of the soul runes' feedback, tracing an extremely precise trajectory.

The direction is: Ancient Soul-Annihilating Forest, Secluded Severance Zone, Ash Breath Sunken Vein.

A deserted Soul Cliff, a Soul Field whose logical structure was altered earlier by "Annihilation Crown Emperor An and the Three Souls".

Qin Yu murmured to himself, "This isn't a place for me..."

"But it's where your 'dreams' were shattered."

Ancient Soul-Annihilating Forest, Secluded Severance Zone, Ash Breath Sunken Vein.

As the dim light slanted in, the world seemed to be covered by a layer of deathly gray storm. At the bottom of the rift valley, circles of floating, broken soul patterns slowly rotated in the void, much like the thoughts left behind in a shattered dream.

This place is now devoid of beasts, breath, and flowers; only chaos and fragments of broken rules echo in silence.

At that very moment, more than ten strands of gray soul battle intent surged forth, fiercely piercing through the air!

Fifteen members of Dream Abyss arrived with "Xiao Menglin"!

Leading the way, Meng Longjin walked through the void, his soul eyes trembling, his ten fingers forming a dream net, and he spoke in a deep voice:

"Everyone, lock onto Qin Yu's soul essence! Once the formation is activated, show no mercy!"

"Tear them apart immediately! Annihilation Qin Yu!"

As soon as the words were spoken, the group set up the "Dream Lock Star Pattern Formation," and layers of gray chain soul nets descended like an umbrella!

But--

The moment the Soul Net landed!

Xiao Menglin took a step forward, his expression suddenly changing!

Whoosh--!

He raised his right hand, and a fragment of a command flew out from his sleeve. It was Xiao Menglin's "Dream Consciousness Command Token," but it suddenly exploded in mid-air!

A gray sheen emanates, the textured chains are deconstructed!

Meng Longjin's pupils contracted, and he growled angrily:

"You're not--!!"

But it was too late.

The next moment, Qin Yu looked up.

Behind him, the Source-Extinguishing Divine Sword silently appeared.

His voice was neither hurried nor slow, and his expression was neither joyful nor sorrowful.

"Killing you will only take twenty breaths."

In an instant--

Boom!!! Boom!!! Boom!!!

The heavens and earth trembled, and a beam of azure light burst forth from the four sides of the Soul Rend Cliffs!

The Annihilation Crown Emperor An! Three mid-level beings at the No Consciousness Realm have appeared together!

It didn't appear by breaking through the air, but rather leaped straight out from the Fate Soul root domain that had been sealed and constructed beneath this place!

Their presence was completely unexpected, yet their soul power surged towards the Dream Abyss Squad like Realm God wave!

"The Lord has decreed—not a single dream remains!"

With a roar, Annihilation Crown Emperor An slammed his massive arms and palms down on the top of the Dream Net, instantly shattering the Dream Lock Star Array!

The three beings, each with one face, released their soul energy to construct a domain:

One person's consciousness is shattered!

One person controls the chain!

One person breaks through the source!

In the blink of an eye, the fifteen members of Dream Abyss were completely trapped within the Annihilation Source Shattered Abyss Domain!

Qin Yu, meanwhile, had already drawn his sword and stood up.

The Source-Extinguishing Divine Sword - Ten Severing Forms: Sever the Cause, Preventing Birth!

Slash!

The logical connections within the entire trap space were completely annihilated!

All of the Dream Clan's "next reaction, next command, next layer of concept" have collapsed!

They didn't even have time to react to the next tactic; all their plans were rendered ineffective by the "cut-off"!

Qin Yu remained silent.

Just one step, one sword strike.

One kill, one life.

The Dream Clan's souls were unable to escape; one after another, they were pierced by the sword, their soul cores shattered, and their consciousnesses collapsed!

Seven breaths.

The Dream Abyss Squad lost seven members.

Eighth breath.

Meng Longjin wants to activate Soul Explosion--

But Qin Yu remained calm, his sword pointed at Qin Yu's forehead.

The Source-Extinguishing Divine Sword: Sever the Soul in Nine Silences.

The Sword Qi blasted into his soul platform!

Meng Longjin's pupils suddenly contracted!

"You... you're not..."

"You are not destined for this fate..."

Before he could finish speaking, his sea of consciousness had already been cleaved by nine annihilation waves.

Soul consciousness stripped away, destiny frozen, and the right to write dreams completely erased!

--Meng Longjin was instantly annihilated.

Thus, the battle lasted no more than eleven breaths.

Of the fifteen people in the Dream Abyss, none escaped.

Annihilation Crown Emperor An stood with his head bowed, while the three beings stood to one side. None of them exerted any effort, yet the battle was over.

Qin Yu sheathed his sword, stood in the middle of the cliff, and spoke softly:

"The Dream Clan main storyline... has ended."

"Next--"

"Mirror Abyss Yu, Returning Consciousness Clan, it's your turn."

In the Ancient Soul-Annihilating Forest, the land of the Ash Abyss, dust rises once more, and silence fades away.

The once rampaging and fierce Dream Clan battle spirits have now left not even a trace of their soul core echoes.

The fifteen nightmares were all annihilated. A single sword pierced through cause and effect, and in one fell swoop, all enemies were wiped out.

The entire gray vein cave-in was left with only faint traces of annihilated blue souls. The Source-Extinguishing Divine Sword lay quietly on his back, its Dream-Slaying Edge still undiminished.

Qin Yu on the precipice, his back to Luo Feng.

He showed no joy or pride, but simply raised his hand calmly.

Annihilation Crown Emperor An and three mid-level Consciousnessless beings quietly approached and knelt on one knee.

"My lord, the enemy has been wiped out."

Qin Yu nodded slightly.

Then, he calmly began to speak:

The battlefield has been cleared.

"You remain hidden. A second group is coming."

Annihilation Crown Emperor An eyes flickered, vaguely sensing the next wave of targets, but he dared not ask, only replying in a deep voice:

"I will obey Your Majesty's command."

The three dark beings also silently lowered their heads, and then the four figures disappeared into the spatial rift again, leaving not even a trace of the echo of their soul patterns.

... Qin Yu glanced at the remains of the Nightmare Squad, then slowly raised his hand and waved it, causing a layer of silent seal to fall, completely concealing the entire area.

Then, he raised his head.

His gaze was fixed on the southeast direction.

There--

This is the Hidden Soul Valley, where the Returning Consciousness Clan's temporary outpost is located.

According to Dream Abyss, they sent two high-level knowledge interpreters, both of whom belonged to the most skilled in "manipulating destiny" among the Returning Consciousness Clan.

If Qin Yu hadn't killed the Dream Clan, these two might have already joined forces with Mirror Abyss Yu to implement the "Fate Book Consciousness-Rending Soul-Binding Formation".

And now...

His eyes were as cold as water.

"The Dream Clan squad has been wiped out."

"Next..."

"Gui Shi is not worthy of leaving his name."

Qin Yu did not linger.

With a single step, the soul faded into stillness.

In the next instant, his figure disappeared into the dark clouds, silently flying towards the Returning Consciousness Clan's secret stronghold.

Nobody knows.

But the ensuing gray ruins will unleash a second wave of soul-destroying storms.

Epoch Origin Ash Ruins, Ash Bone Severed Ridge, Third Soul Forest Layer Zone.

Qin Yu traveled at top speed, concealing his aura, and outwardly maintained Xiao Menglin's soul structure, with the logical links perfectly aligned.

However, just as they were passing through an area of soul-ash wind pillars, the space ahead suddenly rippled.

From within the gray clouds, five soul shadows shot out like sharp blades, heading straight for them!

The leader, with his long, tattered black robe and the remnant star soul chain behind him resembling a reincarnated dragon, had a cold and stern face, and his eyes could shake soul waves with the slightest movement.

It was indeed -- the True Word Extremity Hall, Mirror Abyss, Yu.

The other four were all high-ranking hunters, one of whom was Ye Qingyuan, one of the attendees in the previous secret meeting of the six from Dream Abyss.

Ye Qingyuan recognized Qin Yu in disguise at a glance, his expression brightening with joy, and he called out loudly:

"Senior Brother Xiao!"

"Didn't you go to report to your tribe? Why are you flying from this direction?"

Qin Yu (Xiao Menglin)'s eyes flickered, hundreds of possible responses flashed through his mind, and he ultimately chose the most "realistic" approach, responding calmly:

"I did indeed head towards the Dream Abyss."

"But on the road—a hundred miles ahead, I discovered a soul aura that looked remarkably like Qin Yu's."

He frowned, still seemingly unsure of what to do, and continued:

"Although separated by the soul mist, the Fate-Cause reaction, initial trajectory, and aura level were extremely consistent with him."

"I don't know who his opponent is, nor can I determine their numbers. Besides, I alone am no match for him."

"So they immediately turned back, preparing to activate the Life Chain Resonance with the Returning Consciousness Clan team and coordinate their defenses."

Ye Qingyuan immediately tensed up, while Mirror Abyss Yu's eyes narrowed sharply upon hearing this, his tone urgent:

"You... you said you saw Qin Yu?"

Are you sure?

Qin Yu's expression was calm, and his tone was firm:

"Although separated by the Soul Wind Chain, I can swear—that soul intent and life source are absolutely correct."

"If I wasn't 100% sure, why would I risk turning back?"

Mirror Abyss Yu paused for a moment, staring intently at him for two breaths, then with a flick of his sleeve, decisively said:

"There's no need to notify the Returning Consciousness Clan anymore." "You, lead us there immediately!"

"If it really is Qin Yu ahead, we will immediately surround and eliminate him on the spot!"

At this moment, Mirror Abyss Yu no longer had any doubts, and even revealed a hint of excitement.

He knew that if he succeeded in this battle, it would be a step that would completely reverse the power dynamics of the Fate Hall!

Xiao Menglin nodded slowly, a look of "caution and trust" appearing on his face, and nodded slightly in response:

"Your subordinate obeys." "Lord Mirror Abyss, please follow me."

He turned around, his breathing unchanged, and his direction slightly adjusted.

His eyes, however, suddenly turned cold.

"Unexpectedly, by some twist of fate, I met you first."

"Alright."

"We'll go to the Returning Consciousness Clan later."

"Now, let me send you on your way."

Under the dark gray sky, the wind howled like weeping.

The "Ash Realm Subsidence Layer" at the deepest part of the Ancient Soul-Annihilating Forest has never been marked on any topographic map by any realm palace. Only the Soul Severers know that there is a special structure called the "Cause-Constructing Death Ring" hundreds of feet underground.

Qin Yu stood within this deadly ring.

Bearing the Source-Extinguishing Divine Sword on his back, his black robe remained unmoved, his figure as imposing as a monument.

Before him, Mirror Abyss Yu slowly landed, followed closely by four life catchers, each with wary eyes and holding a soul weapon, surrounding him.

"Xiao Menglin, you said he's right here..."

Qin Yu turned around, revealing his familiar disguise, and nodded in a deep voice:

"I just sensed his soul trembling here, but... it seems to be blocked now."

Mirror Abyss Yu asked in a deep voice, "Shielding? Who can shield the soul here?"

Just as he was about to investigate further, he suddenly sensed an extremely faint vibration of the rules emanating from the ground!

That's a kind of--

Microwaves in the root structure of the life chain!

It's not about the breath of the soul, but a deeper logical connection!

He suddenly realized what was happening, but it was too late!

Boom--!!

The entire dead zone collapsed!

The ground collapsed! The Soul Realm reversed! Countless Fate Cause Chain shattered and disintegrated beneath their feet!

Qin Yu suddenly looked up, took a step forward, his black robes covering his sleeves, and his soul energy fully revealed!

The Source-Extinguishing Divine Sword was unleashed in an instant!

His gaze was like a dead end, fixed directly on Mirror Abyss Yu:

"You just asked where he is?"

I'm telling you—he's right in front of you.

Buzz!!

The sword rang out suddenly, like Soul Annihilation roar!

Mirror Abyss Yu's expression changed drastically, and he roared:

Qin Yu! -- You really did set a trap!

The four Life Captures immediately activated their defensive formation, and Soul Chains rose!

But Qin Yu didn't give them any time to react!

The first strike!

Source-Extinguishing Divine Sword: Sever the Void in a Single Thought!

Completely eliminates all compositional prerequisites! The enemy's soul image hasn't even appeared yet, and the game has already collapsed!

Mirror Abyss Yu staggered back three steps, his soul ring barely holding on, yet his chest was still torn open by the Sword Qi!

He raised his hand and unfolded the [Mirror Abyss Fate Diagram], forcibly releasing it:

"Chains of Truth - Guiding the Course of Fate!"

But Qin Yu had already activated: Sever the Cause, Preventing Birth!

A massive phantom of a soul lock rose from the ground, tearing the "tracing of fate" envisioned by Mirror Abyss Yu directly off the logical chain!

His pupils contracted in astonishment:

"You... you know how to 'predict fate'!?"

Qin Yu did not respond.

He had already stepped forward and slashed, his left hand forming a hand seal, his right hand unleashing a sword strike:

Fate Cause Master Seal: the Master Book, Cause Severing Name!

A deep blue Fate Ring descended from the sky, bearing the inscription "Technique Name" of Mirror Abyss Yu!

Mirror Abyss Yu was furious—he clearly sensed that several of his abilities were being "stripped away because of his name"!

This is not a simple lockdown, but rather:

He wrote my name on 'Weiming' (a Chinese online forum)!

At this moment, Qin Yu remained as calm as ashes.

His judgment of tactics, skills, and timing was precise and meticulous, his sword never struck carelessly, and every attack landed on the weakest point in the structure of the Mirror Abyss ·Yuming Diagram!

Four constables rushed forward in an attempt to surround and attack, but Qin Yu countered with a double-finger gesture:

Fate Cause Master Seal: Fate Ring - Linked-Stage Judgment!

Their logic immediately went awry!

Soul consciousness reaction malfunctioned, skill chain reversed, and time synchronization collapsed!

One person even shot himself, his soul exploding and he died!

Just as the remaining three regained their balance, they saw Qin Yu streak in like a black light, his figure disappearing into the Realm Breaking!

The Second Slash! The Source-Extinguishing Divine Sword: Sever the Epoch Without a Trace!

In the Limit collision, the logic of the three souls was simultaneously stripped away!

Even his last memories couldn't capture his image!

--The entire capture team has been wiped out!

Only Mirror Abyss Yu remained, his aura chaotic, his face as pale as paper.

He gritted his teeth, his voice trembling:

"How long have you been planning this?"

Qin Yu replied calmly:

"From the day you sent the Dream Clan."

Mirror Abyss Yu roared, forcibly activating the Soul Diagram Core!

"You can't kill me! I am Mirror Abyss Yu, the holder of the core destiny map of the True Word Extremity Hall!"

He fully activated his Soul Diagram, transitioned his skill level, and prepared to unleash his true main technique:

"Reflecting the Soul's Path, Remembering the Abyss's Echoes!"

But they didn't realize the position they were standing in.

It was precisely within the [Fate-Severing Ring Chain] that Qin Yu had already laid out!

Qin Yu pointed to the ground and whispered:

"The Ring Master - Cause-Determining Silent Judgment."

The earth cracked as if broken, the Fate Ring reversed, and the destiny map beneath Mirror Abyss Yu flipped!

His main attack was interrupted!

The soul core is in excruciating pain!

Qin Yu raised his sword and silently slashed down:

The third strike, unseen yet, aimed straight for the vital point!

Mirror Abyss Yu coughed up three feet of blood and knelt on one knee!