"It’s indeed something extraordinary," the other black-robed man marveled, his voice filled with awe and reverence, "for such a flame to remain ignited all these years." As he spoke, his eyes fixated on the mesmerizing blue flame, its flickering light casting enchanting shadows on the stone walls.
Mi Ling, with a calm yet intrigued expression, explained the nature of the phenomenon, her delicate finger passing unscathed through the ethereal blue flickers. "That is why it is called the Heavenly Spark. Although it lacks destructive capabilities, its resilience is nearly unparalleled, as if it defies the concept of extinguishment."
In the current era, very few people would recognize the significance of the Heavenly Spark, its ancient origins lost amidst the annals of time. But in the bygone era, before the rise of the Origin Qi Epoch, not a soul was unaware of its existence.
According to legends passed down through the ages, when the celestial gates of the Heavenly Will Palace would unveil, only individuals blessed with a Heavenly Spark had the privilege to step inside.
The Heavenly Spark, akin to a sacred token bestowed by the Heavenly Will Palace, held immense importance. Every generation, the Heavenly Will Palace would carefully select the exceptional individuals of that era and bestow them with a Heavenly Spark.
Only those blessed with this divine flame were granted the opportunity to participate in the Heaven Will Battle and vie for the coveted prize—the Heaven Will itself, the ultimate source of power and authority
The second black-robed figure spoke, his voice filled with anticipation and curiosity. "Now that we possess both the spark and the key, what are we waiting for?"
Mi Ling replied calmly"Senior Han, there are obstacles we must consider—ones that may not be apparent. It is not a straightforward path."
Senior Han regarded her with narrowed eyes, his expression questioning, "Why do you say that? Is there something impeding our progress?"
The other robed figure appeared puzzled and interjected, "Young Miss, what could possibly stop us now? The old man from the Mortal Ascension Legion hasn’t shown any suspicion."
The 𝘮ost uptodat𝑒 novels are pub𝙡ished on freeweɓnovēl.coɱ.
Senior Han nodded, seemingly in agreement. "Brother Chen has a point. At the most, he would suspect us as members of the devil court."
As she put the incense away, her voice took on a nonchalant tone, "Do you truly believe that the devil court is unaware of the existence of The Heavenly Will Palace?"
The three experts exchanged glances, their eyes narrowing in curiosity, refraining from interrupting as they awaited her explanation.
A chuckle escaped Mi Ling’s lips as she continued, "Not only is the devil court aware of The Heavenly Will Palace, but they have been guarding it for thousands of years."
Sylvara, who had been listening attentively, couldn’t conceal her surprise. Although she held a prominent position within the devil court’s hierarchy, this was the first time she had heard of such information.
"Am I to understand that The Heavenly Will Palace has been under the watchful eyes of the devil court all this time?" Sylvara questioned, her voice tinged with astonishment.
Mi Ling nodded gravely. "Yes, indeed. The devil court has long been aware of the palace’s existence and has taken great measures to safeguard it. They have appointed powerful guardians and implemented intricate security systems to protect it."
Sylvara’s mind raced with possibilities. "But if the devil court has been guarding The Heavenly Will Palace all this time, how can we possibly hope to infiltrate it?"
Mi Ling’s lips curled into a captivating smile, her delicate features glimmering with an enigmatic allure. A glint of mischief danced in her eyes as she spoke, her voice a captivating blend of intrigue and confidence. "You needn’t worry about that," she whispered, her tone laced with a hint of secrecy. "Instead, let us sit and observe, for the devil realm is on the precipice of undergoing significant transformations."
****
Liang’s gaze lingered on the white-haired man, his exhaustion apparent from the dark circles under his eyes and the weariness etched upon his face. As Liang shook his head, his voice held a tinge of concern, "If I had been just one moment late, our meticulously crafted plans would have crumbled to dust."
The man, whose hair seemed prematurely touched by the passage of time, extended his weary limbs, his voice laced with a hint of mockery. "I don’t require your assistance," he retorted, a flash of defiance gleaming in his eyes. "I still possess one more hidden ace up my sleeve."
Liang’s lips curled into a disdainful sneer as if amused by the man’s defiance, his voice dripping with harsh reality. "Whether you had perished or utilized that trump card, the result would have been the same—the collapse of our painstakingly arranged plans."
Challengingly, the white-haired man’s voice grew louder, his mocking tone cutting through the air. "What plans, pray tell, are you referring to?" His eyes narrowed in vindication as he continued, "The information you procured from the Sacred Records Sanctum has proven our calculations wrong, rendering our grand plans utterly useless."
Liang’s mouth twitched, a mixture of disdain and frustration flickering across his features. "That’s precisely why we were forced to alter our plans irrevocably," he admitted, his voice betraying a grudging acceptance. "Accepting the Devil Court’s offer is now our most viable move, one that could potentially salvage everything we’ve worked for."
Kai’s eyes flickered with an icy, steel-like coldness, his voice laden with disdain. "Become mere hounds to the Devil Court in pursuit of our ambitions? Tell me, Would you have really stooped so low?"
Caught off guard by Kai’s sudden question, Liang’s eyes widened with astonishment, a momentary sense of embarrassment sweeping over him.
After regaining his composure, he cleared his throat, attempting to divert the conversation. "Let us not dwell on such matters for now," he said, his voice strained. "You should prioritize rest and recuperation."
Kai’s laughter echoed through the air, a sound that seemed to carry a mix of amusement and curiosity. A slight tilt of his head followed, his gaze fixating on the ethereal bubble, its shimmering presence captivating his attention. "I don’t need that," he declared with a casually dismissive wave of his hand, "Tell me, what exactly happened?"
Liang’s expression hardened, his brows furrowing with concern as he responded, his voice laced with a solemnity "We were ambushed within the void passage"
Kai’s eyes widened in surprise, the weight of the revelation sinking in. His mind filled with a flurry of questions, each thought trying to grasp the full extent of the attack. "By who? Do we know anything about them ?"
Liang pondered for a moment, before he offered his response. " Not much, Their actions were meticulously orchestrated, as if they possessed preexisting knowledge about our abilities and cultivation."