Chapter 23: Chapter 23: Hua Shan Art (2)
Liu Zun's voice was soft, and Hunter Liu could tell he was suppressing his emotions.
Hunter Liu chose not to press for details about the events from ten thousand years ago. Although he harbored many doubts and curiosities, he understood that knowing too much now wouldn't benefit him. He decided it was better to uncover those mysteries gradually on his own.
"As for why I ended up asleep here and became a shrine, I'm not entirely sure myself," Liu Zun continued. "Now, I'll place the Stellar Coffin into your body. Earlier, I embedded the Starshard Blade into your dantian. The Starshard Blade is not only the key to the Stellar Coffin but also an incredibly powerful weapon. Its reputation in the Star Domain is immense. Even though ten thousand years have passed, I'm certain those old folks still remember it. Wherever the Starshard Blade appears, they'll know the Stellar Coffin is nearby. When that happens, this continent might once again descend into chaos and bloodshed."
As Liu Zun spoke, Hunter Liu felt the shrine beneath his feet rumble, and the entire structure began to tremble violently.
"Boom… Boom…"
Abruptly, a deafening noise erupted, and the ground where Hunter Liu stood turned into an open space. The entire shrine vanished before his eyes.
Hunter Liu was startled and was about to ask what had happened when Liu Zun's voice rang out again. "Don't be surprised. I've placed the Stellar Coffin into your body. No one else can detect it. However, your current strength is too weak to wield it. Once you've reached a sufficient level of cultivation, I'll teach you how to use the Stellar Coffin. For now, I'll handle its control."
"Understood. I'll follow your guidance," Hunter Liu replied. He had already recognized Liu Zun's formidable power. Although he didn't yet know the extent of Liu Zun's strength, everything Liu Zun had demonstrated thus far proved he was an extraordinary being, someone who could greatly aid him in the future.
Liu Zun nodded. "Your strength is far too low right now. The key is to grow stronger. Once you've reached the Star Absorption stage, I'll consider taking you into the Star Domain. In the meantime, settle down for the next few days. However, don't lock yourself away in some quiet place for secluded cultivation—that kind of training behind closed doors is not something I advocate. I want you to dare to challenge individuals who are at least two levels above your current cultivation. Do you have the courage?"
Hunter Liu nodded confidently. "I understand. I'll plan accordingly. While cultivating, I'll also seek out powerful opponents to challenge and temper myself."
There wasn't the slightest hint of fear or hesitation in his expression. Taking on enemies two levels above himself was undoubtedly dangerous, but Hunter Liu had faced perilous situations in his previous life that would terrify most people. This was no different.
He continued, "Liu Zun, please wake up my two friends now. I need to take them away from here. Soon, many powerful cultivators might arrive, and if we don't leave now, trouble will be inevitable."
"Very well. These two friends of yours have decent potential, but unfortunately, they've lacked proper training. For now, don't reveal my existence to anyone—not even them. However, you can share the Hua Shan Art with them and let them cultivate it alongside you. Once you enter the Star Domain in the future, they may become your trusted allies, helping you face countless dangers together."
With that, Liu Zun's voice faded, leaving Hunter Liu to prepare for the journey ahead.
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