Chapter 257 Ch 257: Azure Tomb of Ancients
The red-robed old man stared blankly at the sky. After what seemed like a long time, he said, "Hmm... This phenomenon... Strange, I have never even heard of such a phenomenon before. What is happening?"
After frowning for a bit, the red-robed old man said, "This bizarre vision I had just now is obviously because something earth-shattering is happening. No matter what, I have to make some preparations. The person who can trigger this bizarre vision might become the hope of Mystic Falls. My kingdom is in a precarious position now. I can't let the country be destroyed in my hands. The disciple selection of 'Imperial Falls' happens once every ten years; let's start it early this time."
The old man made his decision, and then he sent out a secret decree.
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"Brother Yu, this..." Hu Tao was also shocked and looked at the person standing beside him.
"Shut up!" Hu Yu scolded, scaring Hu Tao so much that he quickly covered his mouth.
Despite the bizarre vision, Hu Xiao, unfortunately, didn't feel anything at all. At this moment, all he felt was that he had entered a wonderful state. A strange force surged into his body, quickly repairing his damaged soul and damaged foundation. Not only was the force healing him, but it was also nourishing and strengthening his body. At the same time, he felt like he could recover his lost cultivation base in no time.
This feeling was too wonderful. It could not be described with any adjectives. It was as if he had returned to his mother's womb, resting in the amniotic fluid.
'My soul has been healed completely in such a short period. I even feel that my soul is twice as strong as before. Maybe even stronger. Oh, I've also regained my strength, my cultivation has re-progressed to Chaos Overlord Saint Realm. I can not let those damn bastards know about my cultivation just yet. That lady who could control plants was right. By swallowing the elixir she gave me and meditating in front of my ancestor's statue, I was able to completely recover. Looks like she is also right about my ancestor's statue hiding a secret treasure, and now, that treasure should be inside my soul.'
As Hu Xiao muttered in his heart, he carefully observed his soul.
'Huh?'
As he was observing his soul, a strange force suddenly exploded in Hu Xiao's mind. A loud and clear voice resounded in his mind.
"The storm of destiny rages and I am its unyielding tempest!"
"I stand at the pinnacle of power, unrivaled and unchallenged."
"In the realm of greatness, I am the undisputed ruler."
"I am the embodiment of excellence, and my legacy will echo through the ages."
"I am the architect of fate, sculpting my destiny from the very stones of existence!"
"Bow before me, for obtaining my treasure of destiny."
"Bow before me, for I am the master of my own fate."
"Bow before me, for I am the King of Chaos."
These voices seemed to have come from ancient times. It was as if he had received a supreme will and was waiting for it to awaken.
Instantly, a stream of extremely pure energy surged into Hu Xiao's mind. His soul trembled and a pearl came in Hu Xiao's view.
This pearl is breathtakingly beautiful, with a luminous and iridescent sheen that shifts through various colors from time to time. Its surface was smooth and flawless, and it radiated a calming and ethereal glow.
"Pearl of Destiny!"
Suddenly, a name and a few things about this pearl appeared in Hu Xiao's mind.
According to the information, this pearl is said to have an affinity with destiny itself. Those who possess it are believed to be guided by a greater purpose, and their life paths become intertwined with the fate of the next king-to-be. It is often sought by cultivators who seek to fulfill their destinies and shape the course of history.
The previous owner of this pearl was Hu Wuxiao, and he is also the King of Chaos of the current era.
Hu Wuxiao was born into an ordinary Hu Family and accidentally obtained the Pearl of Destiny. This Pearl changed his destiny, shaped his fate, and made him into what he is today, a King of Chaos.
After his ancestor became the King of Chaos, this pearl was no longer of any use to him. So he left this pearl inside his statue for the later generation of Hu Family who might be lucky enough to obtain it.
It was obtained by Hu Xiao. This pearl indeed changed his destiny. It not only healed his soul completely, but it also helped him recover his cultivation base. At the same time, as long as this pearl is in his hand, he might become the next King of Chaos. After all, with this pearl in hand, his fate is intertwined with the next King-to-be.
Hu Xiao could not explain how shocked he was to learn everything, his breathing became hurried, and he seemed to be losing his sense of everything because of overwhelming excitement.
But then, he was reminded of that otherworldly beauty in a red veil sitting on a throne made of living vines and flowers. It was she who pointed out a way for him to recover everything he had lost. She also reminded him that a treasure is hidden in his ancestor's statue that is very likely to be at least a Celestial Destroyer-ranked treasure.
She already knew about this treasure and if she wanted, she could have taken it away. However, she did not do so. She also approached him and told him about the treasure.
"Why?"
"Why did she do that?"
This question appeared in Hu Xiao's mind was there was no answer. It seems he has to ask that lady himself.
Then he suddenly thought of a request she made. She told him that someone was going to come to this Land very soon from a faraway Land. And he has to guide that person to the Azure Tomb of the Ancients.
"Why does she want me to lead someone to that godforsaken place? No one has ever returned alive from that place!"
Although Hu Xiao was suspicious, he did not think too much. Anyway, he was not going to enter the Azure Tomb of the Ancients, it'll be the person who needs his guide to enter. It has nothing to do with him.
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Beyond the boundaries of the Land of Mystic Falls, a remarkable sight unfolded in the void.
A flying ship with a gleaming hull adorned with intricate designs emerged into view. It glided effortlessly through the void, a vessel of both elegance and power. But what truly set it apart was the shimmering, invisible energy field enveloping it. This was a protective barrier shielding the flying ship from the violent and berserk Chaos Energy.
As the flying ship entered the boundary of the Land of Mystic Falls, the natural beauty of the land came into view. Lush forests, majestic mountains, and serene lakes stretched out beneath. It was truly nature's splendor.
Within the ship, a lone figure stood at the helm. This person was Xiao Qin.
Xiao Qin's eyes were sharp like a hawk surveying its territory. He had journeyed far, departing from the Land of Wood Flame to finally this Land of Mystic Falls. Now, his sights were set on a new challenge, the most dangerous and forbidden grounds hidden within the Land of Mystic Falls.
As the ship descended, Xiao Qin felt a rush of anticipation.
With a steady resolve, Xiao Qin leaped from the flying ship, feeling the exhilarating rush of the wind against his face. The sensation of freefall was both breathtaking and liberating. For a brief moment, he was suspended in mid-air.
Then, with practiced grace, he landed on the ground. His movements were fluid and precise. It was as if he had become one with the earth beneath his feet.
With the ship now safely on the ground, Xiao Qin turned his attention to the task at hand. He knew that the most dangerous and forbidden grounds of this Land awaited him.
He waved his hand and stored the flying ship within his spatial ring. His eyes were lit as he was feeling a sense of anticipation.
The Land of Mystic Falls was vast. There were several dangerous and forbidden grounds on this Land. But the most dangerous one was called the Azure Tomb of Ancients.
For now, Xiao Qin planned to explore other forbidden grounds. He left the Azure Tomb of Ancients for the very last option to explore.
It is because this Azure Tomb of Ancients was famous for its 100% death rate. No one ever comes back alive after entering this ruin.
Xiao Qin was not worried. He was confident in coming back alive after exploring the Azure Tomb of Ancients. Nothing could stop him, nothing could kill him.
"Land of Mystic Falls, here I am!"
Xiao Qin smiled widely and then muttered again, looking at the horizon, "My first destination is the forbidden ground of Red Moon Empire!"
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