Chapter 938
The Heavenly Venerable Descends
As Chen Feng pondered, Hong Hu Zi's voice suddenly came from afar:
"Is Fellow Daoist Chen here?"
Upon hearing this, Chen Feng knew he could no longer hide, so he immediately revealed himself.
Upon seeing Chen Feng's sudden appearance, all the cultivators present were surprised.
Chen Feng was right beside them, yet none of them noticed him; such a concealment technique was truly terrifying.
Although Honghuzi was also surprised, this was not the time to talk about such things.
He looked at Chen Feng and said:
"Fellow Daoist Chen, what do you think we should do next?"
Their original plan was to wait for the Heavenly Profound Holy Land to break through the barrier and then fight against the people of the Heavenly Profound Holy Land.
But now that this has happened, the previous plans have to be scrapped.
Now everyone is discussing what to do next: whether to leave or stay.
Chen Feng asked, "What are your thoughts, Fellow Daoist Honghu?"
Honghuzi bluntly stated:
"We all believe that the person behind that barrier must be quite powerful. To be on the safe side, we should retreat for now and make further plans another day."
The others nodded in agreement; they all shared similar thoughts at that moment.
Chen Feng said calmly:
"Retreat? If the person behind that barrier is truly above the Dao Integration level, what use would it be to retreat temporarily?"
"This
Chen Feng's words left everyone speechless.
Indeed, as Chen Feng said, if the person behind the barrier truly possesses strength beyond the Dao Integration Realm, where could they possibly retreat to?
Unless they abandon their own faction and leave the surrounding star system.
But who would be willing to do that?
"The person behind that barrier doesn't seem to be able to get here, so it shouldn't be that serious," another cultivator said.
Everyone witnessed what happened inside the barrier.
Those people wanted to break through the membrane constructed by the power of spacetime, but something unexpected happened.
Chen Feng nodded:
"That's true, but I think they will definitely come. It's just a matter of paying a price. Don't underestimate the abilities of those who have reached the Dao Integration Realm."
"So, Fellow Daoist Chen, what are your thoughts?" Honghuzi asked from the side.
Chen Feng spoke directly and bluntly:
“I suggest we continue to observe from here. We are all together now, and the other side won’t dare to act recklessly. If we retreat now and everyone scatters, that would be the most dangerous situation.”
Chen Feng did not believe that the spacetime membrane could block Dongyuan Tianzun and the others.
He knew very well how much those celestial beings longed to come to the outside world.
"Alright, then we'll listen to Fellow Daoist Chen!" Honghuzi finally adopted Chen Feng's suggestion.
Because he discovered that the people from the Heavenly Profound Holy Land had not left either.
If they leave now, and the people from Tianxuan Holy Land come into contact with the people inside the barrier, they will be at a disadvantage.
Everyone continued to wait.
Inside the barrier, Meng Jingxian had already emerged from the Void Realm.
He was still shaken by the experience.
That force of spacetime almost affected him.
"Master, what exactly is going on?" Meng Jingxian asked in surprise and doubt.
The aged voice said in a deep voice, "I really didn't expect that the flow of time in the Xuanhuang Realm would be different from that in the outside world."
Meng Jingxian was also taken aback upon hearing this:
"Different speeds of time flow?"
The aged voice slowly spoke:
"Yes, the universe has always operated on only one spacetime axis, and it is because of the existence of this axis that the flow of time is the same for all of us."
"But there are some strange places in the universe where time flows at a completely different rate than in the existing universe."
"These places are called cosmic secret realms. These secret realms are special spaces left over from before the destruction of the previous universe. The spacetime laws there are completely different from the existing universe, so the flow of time is also different from the universe we live in."
"For example, there is a cosmic secret realm in the Myriad Meteor Sea called the Forbidden Land of Gods and Demons, where the time flow ratio is three days inside and one day outside."
"Just now, the spacetime power from the outside universe spread in, which is why these people's lifespans were cut short."
Meng Jingxian also showed a look of astonishment:
"Could the Xuanhuang Realm also be a secret realm of the universe?"
"I don't know. If it really is a secret realm in the universe, the powerful beings in this star sea would not be able to detect it, so I find it very strange."
The aged voice said in confusion.
While Meng Jingxian was communicating with his master.
The six celestial beings in the distance were also discussing the matter.
"What do you all plan to do next?" Dongyuan Tianzun asked, looking at the group.
His expression was not good; this turn of events was unexpected.
At the same time, he also had doubts in his heart.
His divine sense resided within Hun Lei Zi's body, so why didn't he notice the difference in the flow of time between the two worlds?
Jueyuan Tianzun said, "What else can we do but risk going?"
Xie Qingci, standing to the side, spoke up with concern:
"But that spacetime power is too strong. If we go there, we'll probably lose a lot of lifespan."
As celestial beings, they naturally realized that the Xuanhuang Realm and the outside universe were two completely different paths of spacetime.
Moreover, the spacetime Dao of the Xuanhuang Realm is far inferior to that of the outside universe.
This will cause a problem.
If these people from the Xuanhuang Realm go to the outside world, they will be assimilated by the Great Dao of Time and Space, and their lifespan will definitely be lost.
Although the lifespan of a Celestial Venerable-level expert is very abundant, if they only stay in the Void Realm, their lifespan is equivalent to endless.
However, even when they are active in the outside world, their lifespan is still limited.
This is the fate that no living being can escape.
After all, even the universe may eventually come to an end, let alone the living beings within it.
"I've already investigated. The flow of time outside is about ten times that of the Xuanhuang Realm. One day inside is equivalent to ten days outside!"
Li Shijian spoke up with a solemn expression.
Upon hearing this, the expressions of the group all changed.
A tenfold increase in the speed of time flow means that if they went to the outside world, their lifespan would be reduced by tenfold!
Such a long lifespan would be difficult for even powerful beings at the Celestial Venerable level to withstand.
Seeing that no one spoke, Li Shijian sneered:
"What? You all wanted to go to the outside world, but you can't even afford this much lifespan? In that case, I, Li, will take my leave first!"
After saying that, Li Shijian walked toward the spacetime membrane without hesitation.
His greatest desire is to travel to the outer universe, so what if his lifespan is shortened?
As long as he can reach a higher level in a short period of time, his lifespan will continue to increase.
Another Celestial Venerable from the Three Saints Sect tried to stop Li Shijian, but it was too late.
Li Shijian easily passed through the spacetime membrane and arrived in the outside world. Terrifying spacetime power instantly enveloped him.
Li Shijian's hair turned white at a visible rate, and his body became more hunched.
In that instant, his lifespan was reduced by hundreds of thousands of years.
Although his lifespan had been greatly reduced, Li Shijian couldn't help but burst into laughter:
"Hahahaha!"
The laughter was filled with madness and excitement.
The cultivators outside also saw Li Shijian emerge from the barrier, and they all showed expressions of shock.
The oppressive aura emanating from the other party was definitely that of a terrifying being above the Dao Integration Realm!
Chen Feng looked at Li Shijian, who was laughing wildly, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes.
He could tell that Li Shijian's lifespan was almost over.
The fact that the other party was willing to sacrifice so much of their lifespan to come to the outside world clearly indicates that they were prepared to gamble everything.
If one cannot break through to a higher realm, the final outcome will be death and the dissipation of one's cultivation.
At this moment, Hun Leizi walked up to Li Shijian and bowed respectfully:
"Greetings, Senior Li!"
Hun Leizi's words shocked everyone present.
Those present were all ancient monsters who had lived for countless millennia.
They understood immediately from Hun Leizi's mention of "Senior Li".
Hun Leizi clearly already knew what kind of world lay behind the barrier.
Moreover, he also has connections with people in this world.
After a brief moment of shock, the people from Tianxuan Holy Land were immediately overjoyed.
The cultivators of Tianxuan Holy Land were initially quite worried, since they would be powerless to resist if such a being above the Dao Integration Realm were to attack them.
But things are different now.
The fact that someone on their side knows the other person changes the situation.
Perhaps they can even curry favor with a cultivator above the Dao Integration level.
Compared to the excitement of the people from Tianxuan Holy Land, the cultivators from Taiyi Dao Sect were all pale-faced.
They came here to deal with the Heavenly Profound Holy Land.
Now that the people from Tianxuan Holy Land know the people on the other side of the barrier, their situation is in danger.
"What do we do now? Should we run away?" A fourth-step cultivator from the Taiyi Sect said nervously.
Honghuzi also broke out in a cold sweat.
Previously, due to the time-space membrane, they couldn't sense the terror emanating from Li Shijian.
When Li Shijian arrived in the outside world, they clearly sensed the terrifying power of the world emanating from him, a power that only beings above the Dao Integration Realm could possess.
At this moment, Chen Feng suddenly spoke:
"Is there any point in running away at a time like this?"
Honghuzi immediately looked at Chen Feng: "If we don't escape, the Heavenly Profound Holy Land will not let us go!"
Chen Feng countered with a question:
"Fellow Daoist, haven't you noticed that those cultivators from within the realm have to sacrifice their lifespan to come out? As such, they certainly won't send too many people over. What do you think they will do next?"
Chen Feng's question startled Hong Huzi, but he quickly seemed to understand Chen Feng's meaning and immediately said:
"They will definitely need someone to help them, and there is definitely more than one force behind that barrier. If we can find another force to join us, we can not only resolve this crisis, but it might also be an opportunity!"
Honghuzi's words also enlightened the others, and the fear on their faces immediately disappeared, replaced by excitement and anticipation.
Seeing everyone's reaction, Chen Feng smiled but remained silent.
The reason he gave these people advice was that he wanted them to join the Blood Demon Palace in the future, so that the situation in the star field could be stabilized.
He and Xingfengmen are considered to be on the side of Taiyi Dao Sect, so they will naturally join the Blood Demon Palace along with Taiyi Dao Sect.
In this way, he won't have to face threats at the Celestial Venerable level for a short period of time.
What Chen Feng needs now is time. As long as he has time, he will grow to the point where he can overpower the Heavenly Venerable.
Just then, someone else walked out from within the spacetime membrane. This time, it was none other than the Blood Fiend Celestial Venerable.
After he came out, he, like Li Shijian, aged rapidly.
Li Shijian then glanced at Blood Fiend Heavenly Venerable and said in a hoarse voice:
"Blood Fiend, I didn't expect it to be you. It seems that Old Ghost Jueyuan is still afraid of death."
Blood Fiend Celestial Venerable snorted coldly and remained silent.
The Blood Demon Palace would naturally not allow the people of the Three Saints Sect to enter the outer realm.
Therefore, we can only send someone over, and Blood Fiend Heavenly Venerable is the youngest of the two Heavenly Venerables of the Blood Demon Palace, making him the most suitable person to come to the outside world.
After overhearing their conversation, Honghuzi immediately understood.
The two people in front of them are clearly not from the same faction.
Without hesitation, he led a group of people to bow before the Blood Fiend Heavenly Venerable:
"Junior Honghuzi of the Taiyi Sect greets Senior!"
Upon hearing this, Blood Fiend Heavenly Venerable merely glanced at Hong Huzi and the others without speaking, but his icy gaze sent shivers down their spines.
Honghuzi quickly said:
“Senior, we are all top forces in the surrounding star field. We are willing to follow you and obey your orders!”
Honghuzi bowed deeply in respect.
For so many years, since he became a fifth-step Daoist, he had never performed such a grand salute to anyone.
But at this moment he had no choice but to do so, for the person before him was an existence above the Dao Integration Realm.
The people behind Honghuzi didn't dare to breathe loudly, for fear of angering this senior.
Chen Feng also stood behind Hong Huzi, acting as if he were invisible.
Seeing Honghuzi's reaction, Blood Fiend Heavenly Venerable finally spoke:
"I am Blood Demon of the Blood Demon Palace. Since you wish to submit to my Blood Demon Palace, you are equivalent to becoming a vassal force of my Blood Demon Palace. Do you understand?"
Blood Fiend Heavenly Venerable originally did not want to pay attention to Honghuzi and the others, after all, they were just a group of Dao Integration cultivators.
But when he saw Hun Leizi standing next to Li Shijian, he immediately realized what was going on.
Given the current situation, neither of their factions can send a large number of people over, so recruiting cultivators from outside is essential.
With these people around, he can get things done more easily.
We can't expect a Celestial Venerable-level expert to handle everything personally.
Upon hearing Blood Fiend Celestial's words, Honghuzi's face immediately lit up with joy, and he quickly spoke:
"We understand. From now on, we will obey all your orders, Senior!"
"Well then, let's go first. I have something to ask you." After saying that, Blood Fiend Heavenly Venerable flicked his sleeve and took Hong Huzi and the others away.
Seeing this, Hun Leizi immediately spoke to Li Shijian:
"Senior Li, these people from the Taiyi Sect tried to sabotage our plan to open the barrier. If we don't eliminate them, they will definitely become a threat in the future!"
Li Shijian glanced at Hun Leizi and calmly said:
"Now is not the time to deal with these matters. Let's go to your Heavenly Profound Holy Land first!"
At this time, Li Shijian would naturally not fight to the death with Blood Fiend Heavenly Venerable over such a trivial matter. With so many external resources, what they need to do is to quickly acquire Yuanling. Fighting now is meaningless.
Hearing Li Shijian's words, Hun Leizi was unwilling, but he dared not disobey Li Shijian's order.
"This junior obeys!" Hun Leizi bowed, then led Li Shijian towards the Tianxuan Holy Land. (End of Chapter)