A rainbow of light shone as the seven traversed the boundaries of the dream realm.
As the spatial order changed, the void suddenly became heavy.
There are no bright starry rivers, no floating towers with swirling patterns, and not even a trace of familiar "logic." The world is in a distorted and chaotic state, with the surrounding scenery constantly flipping and rearranging, and the fluctuations of the soul pouring out like turbulent currents. It seems that every breath will cause a disconnect and collision between consciousness and reality.
Amidst this chaos, a colossal obsidian platform, suspended above the desolate Void Realm, slowly emerged.
It is like a "execution platform suspended above the abyss of Fate Soul," without roots, without light, Boundless Realm, hanging only from the chaotic void by the annihilating gold spirit thread.
That's right--
Soul Restriction Floating Platform - Silent Extreme Reverse Consciousness Realm
The floating platform is constructed from twelve intersecting obsidian life seals. Each edge of the platform continuously releases annihilation-colored "soul disturbance frequencies," causing the consciousness of those who enter to be forcibly dragged into a "self-resistance" mode.
Around the floating platform, hundreds of half-destroyed "combat technique remnants" floated, like "failed technique traces" left behind after the skills of countless people who had fought here were instantly erased.
In the center of the floating platform, nine "Soul Consciousness Arenas" hung high in the sky. The aftershocks of colliding Fate Soul echoed from each one; even before getting close, one could hear the explosive sounds of soul chains breaking, skill backlash, and consciousness flipping.
This is the only practical combat platform within the inner sect of the Eternal Extreme Sacred Hall, dedicated to the real-world clash of Fate Soul techniques.
Chi Ning's tone had turned serious, and he said in a deep voice:
"The Soul Restriction Floating Platform is where all inner disciples truly 'test the Limit their soul consciousness'."
"The rules here are not rules—the core logic is: **who can stabilize their consciousness and counterattack against the self-construction in the Limit state of 'self-construction out of control'."
"Every disciple who has collapsed here leaves behind a 'Soul Seal echo,' becoming one of the disturbance frequencies of this place."
Shen Yuzhi slowly added:
"This is a purgatory where techniques have gone out of control, and also the first threshold for breaking through to the 'Annihilation Dawn Realm' in the future."
"If you cannot maintain your sense of self here, you will be unable to face the 'consciousness-invading techniques' from future enemies."
On the distant arena, a disciple whose soul was trembling was being forcibly pulled out of the battle domain by the annihilation light stream. His body was almost half-empty, his soul was distorted, and his face was blurred. He was immediately sent to the "Soul Recovery and Recuperation Platform" under the floating platform.
Luo Huan frowned slightly. "Last time I was here, a guy skilled in Dream Cause Splitting Technique almost pierced through my sea of consciousness... I nearly lost a complete memory fragment."
"But in return, the third layer of my Zanpakuto was activated."
Mo Zhiyan stood at the edge of the floating platform, watching the fragments of rules beneath his feet constantly collapsing and reforming, and spoke softly:
"If you want to fight against enemies from the 'Logic Realm Realm' or even the 'Only Book Realm' on the battlefield in the future, you must first defeat those countless versions of 'yourself' here."
Qin Yu gazed silently at the obsidian battle platforms atop the floating platform, his eyes remaining silent. Azure Ring voice echoed within his sea of consciousness:
You'll have to come here sooner or later.
"The techniques you cultivate, such as [Recognition Annihilation Silent Abyss], [Silent Wheel Dawn Extinction of the Consciousnessless Soul Severance]... these all originate from the deepest level of technique logic here."
"If you want to truly master them—you must personally tear your consciousness apart on the floating platform and reconstruct it into a 'unique Fate Soul position'."
At this moment, a golden phantom slowly emerged from the top of the floating platform. It was an ancient elder sitting with his eyes closed. His soul was highly transparent, and there was almost no fluctuation in his sea of consciousness, yet he controlled the logical judgment of the entire Soul Restriction Floating Platform.
Legend has it that this person has long since vanished Nameless, his only remaining identity being--
Hengji Insight Judge - Nameless Temple Master
Chi Ning said softly, "We won't enter the floating platform now. Once you're truly ready, you can apply for a complete 'Consciousness Sea Collision,' also known as the 'Silent Extreme Reflection Battle.'"
Qin Yu nodded slightly, and a deep-seated Soul Seal within his heart quietly trembled.
He knew that one day, he would have to sever that "incomplete self" with his own hands on this floating platform.
After leaving the Soul Restriction Floating Platform, the seven rainbow lights no longer stopped one by one, but flew across the Myriad Manifestations Fate Track of the inner gate of the Eternal Extreme Sacred Hall, traversing all the Holy Domain Central Hubs in a very short time, merely observing without lingering.
They passed through the Sixth Sacred Domain one after another:
[Flame Radiance True Realm - Starflame Soul-Smelting Furnace]
A perpetually burning Flame Realm where countless Fate Soul weapons are forged, tempered, and upgraded. The core "Star Flame Furnace" provides the source of weapon Soul Foundation for the entire temple and is also the only forging point for all soul weapons to advance.
And then they crossed the Seventh Sacred Domain:
[Spirit Evolution Mirror Corridor - Annihilation Phenomenon Replication Platform]
The folded mirror corridor, constructed from countless fragments of soul memories, can replicate battle scenes and techniques, allowing cultivators to "revisit their own battles" and conduct endless "technique chain calculations and trials."
Then pass through the Eighth Sanctuary:
[Fate Abyss Star Steps - Spirit-Communing Heaven-Observing Platform]
Tens of thousands of Fate Soul steps extend towards the pinnacle of the universe. Each step carries the enlightenment seal of a breakthrough cultivator. Those who reach higher levels can "peek into the upper life domain" and gain a breakthrough enlightenment.
Passing through the Ninth Sacred Realm:
[ In Cause Sequence Illusory Silence, the Logic Extreme Sunken Construct Domain]
Composed of multiple overlapping "worlds of logical fragments", it is suitable for cultivating advanced logic-based techniques, such as "Reshaping Fate Track", "Rewriting Jie Xu", and "Sealing Chain of Recognition Annihilation".
Extremely dangerous; the slightest misjudgment will plunge one into a "logical dead loop."
Then to the Tenth Sacred Realm:
[Annihilation Ring Star Abyss - My Origin Soul Return-to-Beginning Pool]
A "Sea of Fate Soul" composed entirely of the Ruin Abyss the Fate Soul Abyss and the core of the Evolving True Flow, it is said that any Soul Diagram that can "reflect a second ring pattern" in this pool will completely awaken its "unique evolutionary form."
Then, skipping over the Eleventh Sanctuary:
[Annihilation Dawn Silent Forest - Dawn God Falling Words Ground]
The silence was like a snow-covered forest, but it was actually a "consciousness echo field" where cultivators could refine "skill phrases" and "technique commands". Each soul tree contained the contemplative imprint of an ancient sage.
Passing through the Twelfth Sanctuary:
[Realm Scar Silent Prison - Forbidden Name Consciousness Prison]
This place, which once imprisoned the remnants of cultivators' life consciousness punished by the "Annihilation Rule," is also an absolute forbidden zone for practicing techniques such as "Skill Erasure" and "Named Annihilation Lock." It is extremely dangerous and has extremely strong closed-off fluctuations.
Finally, the Thirteenth Holy Domain came into view in the distance:
[Peak of Ring Seals - The Fate Chart Uniqueness Hall]
Located at the top level of the Destiny Track in the Eternal Extreme Sacred Hall, it is not open to ordinary disciples and exists only in deduction records and legends. It is said that only "Soul Diagram Realm Wielder who are truly recognized by the Destiny Record" can enter and have a look inside.
Azure Ring murmured softly in her sea of consciousness:
"The Fate Chart Uniqueness Hall... we'll go there sooner or later."
- With this, the seven members of the inner sect of the Eternal Extreme Sacred Hall have completed their tour of the Thirteen Sacred Domains of the Inner Sect.
As the starlight faded and the rainbow trail of the Annihilation Radiance receded, the group returned to the Life Bridge of the Annihilation Star Hall, their expressions solemn and their minds calm.
This tour was not just about guidance, but more about truly connecting the Fate Soul with the "Source of Epochless · Middle Layer".
Qin Yu had already quietly stepped onto the true prologue of the Chronicles of Fate Soul.
As the Myriad Realms of Divine Power receded into the distance, the golden rainbow track slowly converged, and the seven people embarked on their Return Path.
The sunlight spilled across the Bridge of Fate, and starlight trailed a flowing, silvery tail behind each figure, sometimes dancing in the wind, sometimes swirling into the void, like seven light boats returning to their harbor.
Chi Ning let out a soft sigh, a smile appearing on her lips. She casually clapped her hands and stretched her body in a slightly exaggerated manner.
"Phew... finally finished introducing everything. This trip across the thirteen sacred realms was even more tiring than the battles themselves."
"Junior Brother Qin Yu, now that you've officially entered the inner sect of Hengji, how about—inviting us to your Star Abyss Palace Hall for a cup of immortal tea?"
She smiled, her tone relaxed yet playfully teasing.
Shen Yuzhi covered her mouth and laughed, then chimed in, "Chi Ning is right, Junior Brother Qin must treat us well."
Luo Huan grinned and said, "That's a reasonable request. I've heard that the Star Abyss Palace Hall is the second most important residence for inner disciples of the Annihilation Star Hall, after the 'Radiance Extreme Profound Palace.' Being able to drink tea in that palace is a symbol of status."
Mu Xun's tone was calm, yet firm. "We definitely need to rest for a while after this trip."
Mo Zhiyan smiled and said, "Though the immortal tea is light, its life path is long. Only by drinking tea and talking together can we truly appreciate the Fate Soul."
Du Linglin simply said in a low voice, "Of course I'll go."
Everyone laughed.
Faced with this warm yet gentle invitation, Qin Yu paused slightly, then lightly flicked his sleeve, cupped his hands in a respectful smile, and said:
"Many thanks to my senior brothers and sisters for guiding me through the various regions of the inner sect of the Eternal Extreme Sacred Hall today."
"Though Star Abyss Palace is quiet, the tea still smells sweet, and the hall is not deserted."
"If you gentlemen do not mind, please move to my humble abode— Star Abyss Palace —tonight, Bugui."
"Let me offer you a pot of fine tea and two cups of star-fed spring water as a token of my gratitude and welcome you all."
Chi Ning's eyes lit up, and she smiled like a rainbow illuminating the sea, "Alright, let's go!"
As the celestial light rose again, seven figures soared into the sky, their spiritual energy transforming into rainbows, heading towards the deepest part of the Annihilation Star Hall, to the revered hall that stood quietly above the nebula and the silent sea of stars.
The Star Abyss Palace slowly opened, welcoming the first true "Drink of Resonance" as their Fate Soul clashed.
As night fell, the brilliance of the stars shone into the palace.
Inside the Star Abyss Palace Hall, light flowed like a waterfall, with countless silver rays cascading from the dome like an inverted Milky Way. The "Limitless Vortex Crystal" hanging high in the center of the palace rotated slowly, emitting a gentle wave that soothed the soul. Seven people sat around on stone thrones with life patterns, with fragrant tea cups, gleaming spiritual fruits, and jade-like wine poured into jade porcelain on the table. The misty aroma of the wine contained a hidden golden life radiance, reflecting the smiles on everyone's faces.
Chi Ning raised his glass. "Junior Brother Qin, this wine is quite good. What's it called?"
Qin Yu smiled, "It's called 'Return-to-Abyss Pour,' with three distinct flavors that warm the soul upon entry."
Everyone laughed and drank, and after several rounds, the atmosphere became increasingly pleasant.
Just then, Qin Yu slightly softened his gaze, turned his head to look at Chi Ning, and spoke in a gentle but wary tone:
"Senior Sister Chi Ning, that Chen Po from earlier... he seemed quite hostile towards you and me. I wonder what his background is in the inner sect?"
Chi Ning was raising his glass when he heard this. He raised an eyebrow slightly, then chuckled and looked up at him.
"Oh? You mean that 'yo yo yo' joke?"
Everyone burst into laughter.
She set down her wine cup, leaned back lazily in her jade chair, and spoke with a hint of disdain:
"As for him, Junior Brother Qin, you don't need to take him to heart. Although Chen Po is said to be at the Supreme the Annihilation Source Realm, in the entire inner sect, he's nothing more than a self-important troublemaker relying on his small power."
"Although his cultivation is two levels higher than yours, the quality of his soul diagram is inferior, and he has not yet broken through his innate Limit. He is only ranked around 160th on the secret realm battle record list."
Shen Yuzhi nodded slightly and added in a calm voice, "The reason he still dares to run rampant in the inner sect is only because of his uncle—the inner sect's law enforcement elder, 'Chen Yan'."
"Chen Yan was cold-blooded and biased in his actions, showing excessive favoritism towards his nephew, which emboldened Chen Po to become arrogant and domineering."
Luo Huan scoffed, "If it weren't for Chen Yan's sake, someone would have already made sure he couldn't get up from the dueling platform."
Mu Xun took a sip of tea, his tone indifferent yet disdainful:
"Such people are arrogant on the surface, but are weak at heart. If they didn't have powerful backers, they would have been crushed to ashes by the true chosen ones of Fate Soul long ago within the Hengji Inner Sect."
Du Linglin sat silently, then coldly snorted, "If he provokes me again, I'll handle it."
Mo Zhiyan said leisurely, "Junior Brother Qin has now been appointed by the Ancestor to rule the Star Abyss. If Chen Po makes any further rash moves, I'm afraid even his uncle won't be able to protect him."
Chi Ning added with a smile, "In the end, he's nothing more than an ant. And you—you are the 'Chosen One of Fate'."
"Once you break through to the next realm, he won't even dare to provoke you anymore."
Qin Yu listened to their conversation, his gaze slightly narrowed.
Azure Ring quietly said in her sea of consciousness:
"Though ants are tiny, they can spread poison throughout the universe."
"But don't worry, when it's time to grind it, I'll crush it for you."
He smiled gently, picked up his wine cup, and drank with everyone, his words light and casual:
Thank you all for your company today. I will always remember your kindness.
"As for Chen Po... if he wants to do that 'yo yo yo' again, then I can only... 'ai ai ai' for him."
Everyone was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter.
The drinking continued unabated, palace lanterns shone brightly, and ethereal music rose from the sky. The first "feast and drink together" between Fate Soul finally began on this night.