Chapter 12596 Proving the Dao to the End

Chapter 12596 Proving the Dao to the End
Chang Yeyu shook her head and said, "No, this is fake."

“At the previous Grand Assembly of Ten Thousand Sects, I gave you the blessing of the earth, just as a mother nourishes her child. You drank my milk, and I have probably established some subtle causal connection with you.”

"I can sense that you're hiding something."

Tell me, what are you hiding?

Her gaze grew increasingly sharp and piercing, leaving Ye Chen with no way to avoid it.

Ye Chen remained silent.

He was once destroyed by the abyss; the karma was too great, and he didn't want to expose it.

Chang Yeyu said, "I have lost some memories, forgotten some things, and I have almost forgotten even the word 'forgetting' itself."

"I participated in the Ten Thousand Sects Conference to stimulate my memories through killing."

"Although I didn't get what I wanted, I had a vague feeling about it..."

"My lost memories are related to you!"

Tell me what I've forgotten, and what you're hiding!

Her tone became stern, and she reached out to grab Ye Chen's hand, but Ye Chen pulled away.

Ye Chen said, "Immortal Venerable Jingliu, these things are taboo."

I don't want to disclose that right now.

Long Night Rain said softly, "Is it taboo?"

Ye Chen said, "Yes."

After pondering for a long time, Chang Yeyu finally sighed and said, "Alright, if you won't tell me, I won't press you."

"It's a pity that you are too filthy now, otherwise I would have to use my own methods to find out the truth."

She stared at Ye Chen, her gaze seeming as if she wanted to devour him.

But now Ye Chen is severely corroded by the Yin energy of the abyss, and his body is as filthy as a black tumor, so she really can't use any methods.

Ye Chen just smiled and didn't say anything more.

A day and a half later, the two arrived at the territory of the Tianjing Ancient Palace, the "Tianjing Domain". Chang Yeyu took Ye Chen directly to the forbidden area where the Seven-Colored Waterfall was located.

This forbidden area is a mountain range, filled with colorful clouds and boiling energy. The spiritual energy of heaven and earth boiled into aurora, and large swaths of aurora danced wildly in the sky, which was very spectacular.

Ye Chen discovered that the sky above the forbidden area was pitch black, dotted with stars, unlike the near-perpetual daylight outside.

"The forbidden area is shrouded in darkness."

Ye Chen murmured, "Since the fall of the Abyss, the night in the world has almost disappeared. Many dark and yin places have also collapsed. Only places like the Yin Domain of the Yin-Yang Divine Dao Sect and the Black Abyss Domain of the Black Queen Mother, where darkness is deeply rooted, can survive."

But Ye Chen did not expect that there was still darkness above this seven-colored forbidden land.

Chang Yeyu laughed and said, "Actually, since the arrival of Eternal Day, there has been no night in the Seven-Colored Forbidden Land. But I paid money to the Yin-Yang Divine Dao Sect, and the night has recently returned."

Ye Chen was taken aback and asked, "What?"

Changye Yu said, "The Yin-Yang Divine Dao Sect has resurrected the Yin God. Now, they can use a portion of the Yin God's power to create darkness and fight against the great calamity of eternal daylight."

"You seem to have been unconscious for half a month, right? During this half month, the Yin Yang Divine Dao Sect has announced to all the heavens that it will bring blessings to all the heavens and restore the protection of the night."

"But this shelter costs money, and the fees are extremely high!"

"Hehe, the Yin Yang Divine Dao Sect went all out for the previous Ten Thousand Sects Conference. Now that they've monopolized the night and are collecting protection fees from all the sects in the heavens, they're already making back their investment with interest!"

Beyond the starry sky, the world is eroded by the Great Calamity of Light. Under the eternal daylight, the world is in danger of turning white. If someone can provide shelter from the darkness, they can naturally earn a very large profit.

Ye Chen was slightly taken aback, then laughed and said, "You say it's for the sake of all living beings, but it's all just business!"

Chang Yeyu said, "Ancestor Tianwen did indeed have a grand ambition to save all living beings, but he wasn't a fool. Why wouldn't he make money if he could?"

"However, your Nine Cang Domain is not severely affected by the disaster, and you have the power to rebuild the world, so you don't need to pay protection fees to the Yin Yang Divine Dao Sect."

As they chatted, the two stepped into the forbidden area.

Ye Chen saw a seven-colored waterfall in the distance, cascading down from the sky, a truly magnificent sight. He smiled and said:
"How much do I have to pay to borrow your Rainbow Waterfall?"

Chang Yeyu said, "You can reforge my flying sword and compensate me with 500,000 Dao Crystals."

"However, you don't need to give this money for now; you can actually compensate us in other ways."

Ye Chen asked in confusion, "What?"

Chang Yeyu just smiled and said, "Forget about that for now, come with me."

She put on a veil and held up a paper umbrella to conceal her identity, then led the way, guiding Ye Chen toward the colorful waterfall ahead.

Ye Chen could clearly sense that the spiritual energy of this Seven-Colored Forbidden Land was extremely violent. If an ordinary martial artist were to be in it, they would not be able to withstand such violent energy fluctuations.

"The spiritual energy of heaven and earth here is truly violent!"

Ye Chen couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

Changye Yu said, "Yes, the primordial ancestor divided the world not by Yin and Yang and the Five Elements, but by the Seven Elements."

"Wind, thunder, water, fire, earth, wood, and ice—in the laws of the primordial era, these are the seven elements that constitute the world."

"This Seven-Colored Forbidden Land contains seven different types of spiritual energy from heaven and earth, and it is so dense that it is violent. If it weren't for me suppressing it, countless monsters would have been born long ago."

"And the Seven-Colored Waterfall is the most violent source of spiritual energy. If an ordinary martial artist were to be hit by the Seven-Colored Waterfall, he would be instantly crushed."

"Therefore, this place is a forbidden area of ​​my Tianjing Ancient Palace, and ordinary people are not allowed to enter."

As she spoke, she led Ye Chen to the foot of the Seven-Colored Waterfall.

Below the waterfall was a huge, deep pool, where several maids were waiting. Upon seeing Chang Yeyu arrive, they all bowed and said, "Greetings, Holy Maiden!"

The raindrops nodded throughout the long night.

Her true identity is actually the incarnation of Immortal Venerable Jingliu.

However, ordinary people do not know this and only think that she is the secret disciple of Immortal Venerable Jingliu and is now the Holy Maiden of Tianjing Ancient Palace.

A maid said, "Holy Maiden, the descendant of the Yuanzu, that fellow named Xiao Xingyun, came yesterday, saying he wanted to discuss with you the matter of reclaiming the Seven-Colored Forbidden Land."

Upon hearing this, Chang Yeyu frowned slightly and asked, "They've arrived so quickly? Where is he?"

The maid said, "We've already arranged for them to rest in the palace. They'll also be the ones to receive the 'Long Night Incense' that we're giving to the Yin Yang Divine Dao Sect."

"He has now joined the Yin Yang Divine Dao Sect and is a deacon of the Dao Seeking Sect."

The Yin-Yang Divine Path Sect provides shelter for people during the night, and the fee they charge is called "Long Night Incense Offering".

"is it?"

Chang Yeyu's gaze shifted. She was clearly somewhat surprised that the descendants of the Yuanzu had come to claim territory so quickly. Moreover, since they had joined the Yin Yang Divine Dao Sect and had powerful backing, she couldn't easily resort to any means.

The maid said, "Emperor Jinyu and Xiao Xingyun have also come. Xiao Xingyun said that after he takes back the Seven-Colored Forbidden Land, he will sell this place to Emperor Jinyu."

"Holy Maiden, are you going to see Emperor Golden Feather?"

Chang Yeyu's expression darkened, and he said, "Emperor Jin Yu has also come?"

Emperor Jin Yu, the ruler of the Golden Auction House, is of extraordinary status. His personal arrival has suddenly made things a bit tricky.

It's almost impossible for her to preserve the Seven-Colored Forbidden Land.

Has the Golden Feather Emperor arrived?

Ye Chen frowned, focused his senses, and sure enough, he sensed an extremely terrifying and powerful aura in the distance. It was very familiar; it was none other than Emperor Jin Yu, who was also in this "Heavenly Mirror Domain".

Chang Yeyu said to Ye Chen, "Emperor Ye, you don't need to worry about these things. Just go to the Seven-Colored Waterfall and wash away the Yin energy on your body."

"I'll handle the other miscellaneous tasks."

"Now that the Immortal Venerable is in seclusion, all matters concerning the Heavenly Purity Ancient Palace are decided by me."

Ye Chen had a lot to say, but the most important thing right now was to wash away the yin energy from his body, so he said, "Okay."

Without further ado, Ye Chen entered the Seven-Colored Waterfall.

Rumble!
As the waterfall plunged down, Ye Chen could clearly sense that it contained seven different elements—wind, thunder, water, fire, earth, wood, and ice—a violent and terrifying spiritual energy of heaven and earth.

The seven-colored water, as vibrant as a rainbow, continuously surged against Ye Chen.

The water flow has immense force, and the spiritual energy it contains is extremely violent, like the roar of ten thousand beasts.

Fortunately, Ye Chen's physical body was strong, especially his body, which was supported by three pillars: the Panlong Heavenly Pillar, the Starry Sky Heavenly Pillar, and the Destiny Heavenly Pillar. His body was particularly stable and he was able to withstand the impact of the waterfall steadily.

Then, Ye Chen slowly absorbed the energy of the seven-colored waterfall, using the seven-colored spiritual energy to wash away the yin energy on his body and nourish his muscles and bones.

It must be said that this seven-colored waterfall is indeed rich in energy and spiritual energy. Ye Chen even felt the fluctuations of divinity from it.

"Could this seven-colored waterfall be formed from the blood of the Primordial Ancestor?"

An idea popped into Ye Chen's mind: he felt that this waterfall was very likely formed from the blood of the Primordial Ancestor, which was why the spiritual energy was so powerful and violent.

When this thought popped into Ye Chen's mind, it seemed as if something had been touched upon, as if a subtle connection had been established with some great being.

"Lord of Samsara."

Then, he heard an old voice calling out.

In his mind, a huge figure appeared: an old man wearing a seven-colored robe, surrounded by a radiant glow.

Although he had never seen him before, Ye Chen could tell at a glance that this old man was indeed—

"Original Ancestor!"

The old man nodded slightly and said, "It's me."

"Unexpectedly, the successor of the Heavenly Ancestor is so outstanding, even surpassing the Heavenly Ancestor."

“You’re very clever. You guessed right away that this seven-colored waterfall is actually formed from my blood.”

"It is thanks to your thinking of this that we were able to establish a celestial connection."

"Otherwise, I, being outside the world, wouldn't be able to communicate with you."

Ye Chen asked, "Are you outside this world?"

Yuanzu sighed and said, "Yes."

“During the great battle of the Nine Heavens, the Heavenly Ancestor entrusted me to help, but I did not.”

"Because at that time, I was at the crucial moment of attaining enlightenment."

Ye Chen asked, "To attain the Dao and reach the end of time?"

He knew that the realm of the Seventy-Two Pillar Gods could be called the Heavenly Pillar Realm.

After the Heavenly Pillar Realm comes the End of Heaven Realm, which is the realm of the Primordial Beginning and the Abyss. In this world, there are only two people who are strong in the End of Heaven Realm.

There is one last final realm, a legendary realm that no one has yet been able to reach.

The Primordial Ancestor's ambition to attain the Dao of the End of Heaven is truly arrogant. Neither the Primordial Beginning nor the Abyss will allow the birth of a third powerhouse of the End of Heaven.

However, the power of the laws of heaven and earth is limited, making it difficult to support the birth of another expert at the Ultimate Heaven Realm.

Because of the principle of Yin and Yang, with one Yin and one Yang, there are only two positions, so how can there be room for a third person?
The ancestor sighed, “I failed to attain enlightenment, and my blood has flowed out, becoming this seven-colored waterfall.”

"My blood and energy are depleted, and I am about to die. There is nothing on the other side of the starry sky that can save me, so in order to survive, I have no choice but to return to the world beyond."

"You should know that beyond this world lies a hellish realm, one that even the Pillar Gods would find unbearable."

"I spent a very long time outside the world. Although I successfully restored my vitality, I really couldn't endure these hellish days any longer."

“I want to return to the other side of the starry sky. Now that I have been able to contact you, that’s wonderful. I only ask that you help guide me back to the starry sky. I will repay you handsomely.”

Ye Chen suddenly realized why there were almost no traces of the Primordial Ancestor in the world; it turned out he had returned to the world beyond.

The reason he returned to the outside world was simple: he had failed to attain enlightenment and had bled out all his blood. To restore his vitality, he had to seek opportunities outside the world.

Now, the primordial ancestor, whose life force has been restored, wants to return to the starry sky and has no desire to live in the hellish outer world.

"The Abyss is dead. The world beyond this world shouldn't be so badly affected, right?"

Ye Chen asked again.

The outer heavens are harsh because the primordial chaos and the abyss were locked in a fierce battle, causing a series of devastating disasters.

But with the destruction of the abyss, the calamity should have subsided.

The ancestor sighed, "The blizzard has stopped, but the snow remains, and it is still a world of ice and snow. Who knows when the ice and snow will melt? Do you understand?"

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen immediately understood.

The world beyond our own is now also extremely harsh in its environment.

The abyss is extinguished, the conflict between Yin and Yang has subsided, which means the blizzard has stopped.

However, the blizzards that raged in the past have caused severe snow accumulation and ice damage, and it will take a long time for the ice and snow to melt.

The primordial being couldn't wait any longer; he only wanted to return to the starry sky.

Although for a pillar god, stepping from beyond the world to the other side of the starry sky is like a giant humbling himself in an anthill, even enduring such humiliation is better than enduring boundless torment and disaster.

"Lord of Reincarnation, since we can establish contact today, it is fate."

"I only hope that you can take action and arrange a welcoming ceremony to guide me back to the starry sky."

"The ancestor said."

He has his eye on Ye Chen; with Ye Chen's help, it will be much easier for him to return to the starry sky.

Beyond the world lies a vast and boundless expanse. Compared to this, the other side of the starry sky is like a grain of sand in the ocean. If one wishes to return to the starry sky without any doubt from beyond the world, it would be best to arrange a welcoming ceremony.

"Ancestor, didn't you have descendants?"

"And you know who I am?"

Ye Chen exclaimed in surprise.

The Primordial Ancestor said, "The Abyss destroyed you and severed all your secrets in the world, but I am outside the world and am unaffected. I can see you clearly and will naturally not forget you."

"As for my descendants, alas, they are all good-for-nothings and cannot be relied upon too much. It would be best if you could help them."

After listening to what Yuanzu said, Ye Chen pondered deeply.

Yuanzu, fearing Ye Chen would refuse, said, "Don't worry, as long as you are willing to help, I will definitely reward you handsomely."

"Hmm, I can give you a Source Crystal first. Which one of the seven elements do you want: wind, thunder, water, fire, earth, wood, or ice?"

"Given my current state, I can only grant you one Source Crystal, but one will be enough for your use."

After thinking for a moment, Ye Chen said, "Senior Yuanzu, you are a friend of Tianzu. If you need my help, I will naturally help you to the best of my ability."

During the great battle of the Nine Heavens, the Primordial Ancestor also gave the Nine Heavens faction many treasures.

Therefore, Ye Chen also respects the ancestor, and if he really needs his help, he will do so.

"If you want me to arrange a welcoming ceremony to guide you back to the starry sky, I will do my best."

"Well, as for what kind of source crystals to reward me, I don't care. You can give me whatever you think is appropriate."

Ye Chen said.

Upon hearing Ye Chen's agreement, Yuan Zu was overjoyed and said, "Thank you, thank you! Lord of Reincarnation, it's good that you're willing to help."

"Hmm, I'll grant you an Ice Source Crystal!"

"This Ice Source Crystal has the power to freeze thousands of miles; you should be able to use it."

After he finished speaking, his image in Ye Chen's mind quickly blurred and disappeared.

Then, Ye Chen suddenly felt that the waterfall water flowing down suddenly became extremely cold.

Among the seven-colored waters, the icy color became exceptionally dazzling, and the spiritual energy exploded violently.

"what?"

Chang Yeyu, who was watching from the side, and several maids were all surprised when they sensed the change in spiritual energy.

Then, to their surprise, they discovered that the vast ice elemental energy between heaven and earth was surging and gathering in Ye Chen's hand, eventually transforming into a crystal.

Ye Chen felt a bone-chilling coldness in his palm. When he opened his eyes, he saw a piece of icy white crystal in his hand, which contained an extremely abundant and powerful cold energy.

"Is this the Ice Source Crystal?"

Ye Chen murmured, trying to infuse his spiritual energy into the Ice Source Crystal to activate it.

Then, a terrifying chill was released, crackling and freezing the entire seven-colored waterfall.

Chang Yeyu and the others were stunned to see the Seven-Colored Waterfall frozen in time.

The cold air spread, freezing the legs of the maids, leaving them completely immobilized.

Even in the long, rainy night, I felt sluggish and my feet felt icy.

Upon seeing this, Ye Chen was immediately overjoyed.

Unexpectedly, the power of this Ice Source Crystal is so strong, even more ferocious than Su Yunli's Winter Pearl.

With this Ice Source Crystal, Ye Chen undoubtedly has gained a powerful trump card!

"Emperor Ye, what is this?"

"You gathered the ice elements here and actually created an ice source crystal?"

Long Ye Yu trembled, channeling his inner energy to resist the cold, melting the ice shards beneath his feet, and finally regained his freedom, staring in utter shock at the Ice Source Crystal in Ye Chen's hand.

She had heard that when the spiritual energy of a certain element is gathered and concentrated to the extreme, it can form a source crystal, which has an incredibly powerful effect.

However, it is extremely difficult to form a source crystal.

Even using the spiritual energy of heaven and earth in the Seven-Colored Forbidden Land wouldn't be enough.