Chapter 214: Chapter 217: Identity Exposed!
"This matter is quite complex; we'll discuss it further once we get back," Void Swallower Flame replied evasively, glancing at Gu Yuan.
"I hope you can provide a reasonable explanation!" Soul Heaven Emperor said, giving Void Swallower Flame a deep look. Despite the imminent crisis, he still needed to consider the bigger picture.
"Gu Yuan, just wait. The next time we meet, you will tremble and crawl under my feet," Soul Heaven Emperor sneered coldly, his laughter echoing through the skies for a long time.
"Soul Heaven Emperor, do you think you can escape?" Gu Yuan's expression turned grim as he glared at Soul Heaven Emperor, but before he could finish his words, Soul Heaven Emperor interrupted again.
"Wouldn't it be more important to understand the situation here first?" Soul Heaven Emperor's gaze shifted to the distant, ever-present pair of crimson eyes as he chuckled lightly.
With that, Soul Heaven Emperor and Void Swallower Flame slowly retreated, taking a step into a black hole. The black hole flickered and swiftly vanished, and with its disappearance, the overflowing black flames quickly faded away as well.
"Damn it, they still escaped..."
The crowd watched the disappearing black hole with cold faces and clenched fists, not expecting that even the combined forces of the three clans and the Pill Tower couldn't leave the Hun Clan behind. The Hun Clan's strength was indeed formidable.
"The strength the Hun Clan displayed this time far exceeds our previous understanding," Lei Ying said gravely. From a certain perspective, the current Hun Clan was beyond the capacity of any single faction to withstand.
Even the Gu Clan couldn't match them, making Lei Ying feel increasingly alarmed. If the three clans didn't join forces soon, they might be picked off one by one by the Hun Clan, ending up like the Yanling Stone Clan.
"The Hun Clan has been hiding too deeply all these years." Gu Yuan, with his long hair scattered, also looked unusually grave, as did the other Gu Clan high officials around him.
They had always thought that even if the Gu Clan couldn't defeat the Hun Clan, they would be at least evenly matched. But today's harsh reality had proven them wrong; the Gu Clan was indeed no match for the Hun Clan.
"Soul Heaven Emperor was right. From the moment the Xiao Clan was defeated, no force on this continent could contend with them. It's a pity we only realize this now," Gu Yuan sighed, feeling somewhat regretful. If the Xiao Clan were still around, even with multiple attempts, the Hun Clan might not dare to start this war.
Hearing this, Lei Ying and the others bitterly smiled. It was too late for such words now.
"We shouldn't be discussing this right now. It seems something major is happening on Dou Qi Continent," Yao Chen stepped forward, looking at the pitch-black rift stretching across the sky.
Everyone turned their gaze to the demonic aura-filled sky. After a moment of contemplation, Gu Yuan said, "There's no record of such a phenomenon in ancient texts. The situation is unclear, so we should send people to investigate. Those eyes give me a bad feeling."
"Indeed, the evil aura from there is unlike anything the Hun Clan has ever emitted. Something monumental must have happened," Lei Ying agreed.
"I know what's going on!" Amidst the crowd's speculation, Xiao Yan's voice rang out. Everyone looked toward the distant mountain peak where Xiao Yan stood, his face solemn as he gazed at the giant rift in the sky.
The crowd, curious about how Xiao Yan knew something even Gu Yuan didn't, began to gather around him.
"Xiao Yan, what's going on?" The impatient Lei Ying couldn't help but ask as soon as he landed.
With a deep breath, Xiao Yan, looking more serious than ever, glanced at everyone and said, "Uncle Gu Yuan, teacher, Clan Leader Lei Ying, and all senior experts, the true existential crisis for Dou Qi Continent has arrived!"
Everyone shuddered at his words, their minds flashing back to those crimson eyes that embodied a sea of corpses and blood, sending chills down their spines.
"Do you know about the world beyond Dou Qi Continent?" Without waiting for them to recover, Xiao Yan dropped another bombshell.
"What do you mean? Is there another world beyond Dou Qi Continent?" Gu Yuan's face changed as he urgently questioned.
He thought of many things at that moment. Why hadn't there been any new Dou Di on Dou Qi Continent for nearly ten thousand years? Was something missing in the universe? He once believed that something only existed in the Ancient Emperor's Cave.
If there was another world outside Dou Qi Continent, could there be more of that vital energy? Even if Soul Heaven Emperor collected all the ancient jade and procured the embryonic pill, if he obtained that vital energy through another means and broke through to Dou Di, it wouldn't make much difference.
"My knowledge is fragmented, but I know that there are vaster worlds out there, and this crisis is related to these outer entities," Xiao Yan explained slowly, shaking his head.
While some were disappointed by his vague explanation, Xiao Yan shifted his gaze to Jiang Yun beside him, asking softly, "But I believe Brother Jiang might have some insight, right?"
"Whoosh—"
At Xiao Yan's words, everyone's eyes turned to Jiang Yun, filled with curiosity. The tension was heightened as they awaited his response.
Jiang Yun glanced at Xiao Yan, unfazed by the prying eyes, and declared solemnly, "I come from beyond this world!"
"Boom—"
Jiang Yun's words caused an uproar, leaving everyone in disbelief. They couldn't have imagined such a revelation.
Figures like Yao Chen, the ancestor of the Pill Tower, and the old man Shennong felt this made sense. Considering Jiang Yun's astonishing talents, it was clear he wasn't ordinary. Coming from a higher world explained everything.
Xiao Yan also felt a fleeting surprise before quickly asking, "Then what about Yun Yi?"
"Indeed, he comes from the same place as me, though we are not on the same side," Jiang Yun nodded in confirmation.
"I was caught in a rare space-time storm as a child and, by chance, landed on Dou Qi Continent, where I was taken in by the Jia Nan Academy."
"Jia Nan Academy!!!"
"Isn't that the academy founded by Mang Tian Chi?" An uncertain voice from the Lei Clan broke the silence.
"So it was like that!" The crowd was full of realization, learning of such deep connections.
The non-Lei Clan members couldn't hide their envy. If Jiang Yun had a natural affinity with the Lei Clan, who knew what upper-world fortunes might befall them in the future?
Similarly, the Lei Clan members' eyes grew enthusiastic as they considered the potential benefits of their connection with Jiang Yun.
Ignoring the hopeful looks from the Lei Clan, Jiang Yun continued, "Our universe is called the Great Thousand World, an incredibly vast place connected to three thousand lower planes. Dou Qi Continent is one such lower plane. Of course, three thousand is just a term; the actual number is far greater."
"Tianjiao from lower planes can ascend to the Great Thousand World through a dimensional channel once they reach a certain level, continuing their cultivation to higher realms."
As Jiang Yun spoke, he gradually unveiled the mysteries of the world before them. The crowd envisioned a grand scene of numerous prodigies clashing against each other, filling their hearts with a renewed sense of purpose and ambition.
"Is this why ancient Dou Dis vanished?" Gu Yuan asked, his curiosity piqued further.
Everyone's mind raced. Dou Qi Continent was once thriving in ancient times, but its Dou Dis vanished overnight, a mystery that had long puzzled historians. If it aligned with what Jiang Yun said, the mystery was now uncovered.
"Both yes and no," Jiang Yun slowly shook his head. Seeing the disappointed faces, he continued, "This brings us to the Great Thousand World's enemies."
"Is it them?" Xiao Yan interjected, pointing toward the pitch-black rift with a solemn expression.
"Yes, that's the enemy of the Great Thousand World, the extraterrestrial evil race."
"The extraterrestrial evil race?"
"The extraterrestrial evil race has always sought to devour the Great Thousand World. About fifty thousand years ago, a cataclysmic war broke out, leading to the fall of countless powerhouses and much of the Great Thousand World. It was only through the intervention of a supreme hero that the attack was foiled, leading to a prolonged standoff that persists to this day."
"Fifty thousand years ago? Was Dou Qi Continent involved in resisting the extraterrestrial evil race? Is that why all the Dou Dis vanished?" Yao Chen asked, curious.
"Dou Qi Continent was very powerful back then. According to my findings, a top-tier figure in the Great Thousand World once led countless powerhouses to resist invaders here," Jiang Yun explained.
"I don't know exactly how many Dou Dis existed on Dou Qi Continent, but that battle involved nearly a hundred supreme experts, possibly including those from our world," he added gravely.
The sentiment turned silent as everyone considered the implications.
"The Great Thousand World's war ended fifty thousand years ago, but skirmishes still occur at the borders. During this period, Dou Qi Continent faced invasions, and the Dou Dis likely participated in those battles. For them, a lower plane is an ideal target." Jiang Yun's tone turned grim. "According to the inheritance I received from the Purifying Lotus Saint, he engaged the extraterrestrial evil race, sustaining severe injuries that led to his demise by the Purifying Lotus Demon Flame."
"If the Saint engaged them, why haven't we heard about their invasions? Are you deceiving us?" Gu Dao asked, voice intense.
The atmosphere grew tense, with everyone looking at Jiang Yun with suspicion. Qing Lin and Xiao Yi Xian glared in anger, but before they could act, a cold voice echoed.
"Which disgusting fly is buzzing now?"
Boom!
Before anyone could react, Jiang Yun waved his hand dismissively.
Thud!
In an instant, a silhouette was thrown back, creating a long trail on the ground.
A deathly silence fell over the crowd.
They couldn't fathom how Jiang Yun stood firm without budging while Yao Dan, a Seven-Star Dou Saint, was casually swatted away like a fly.
Puff.
Yao Dan finally stabilized himself, but spat out a mouthful of blood as he looked at Jiang Yun with horror. Moments before, he had felt a terrifying force from all directions — spatial power far greater than anything he had ever experienced.
"Clan Leader—!"
The delayed reaction of Yao Clan members caused them to rush toward Yao Dan, their eyes filled with fear and caution towards the composed Jiang Yun.
"Surely, you must understand 'trouble from the mouth'? And who said your Dou Qi Continent hasn't been infiltrated?" Jiang Yun's cold eyes swept the crowd, making everyone fear his lethal intent.
"Jiang Yun, are there extraterrestrial evil race members here? Is Yun Yi among them?" Gu Yuan stepped forward, his voice grim.
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