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Translator: Fate
Translation Checker: Silavin
Gu Changge planned on preparing a second gift for Gu Xianer. It was a significant one that was enough to ensure that she would survive all future dangers. Even if she died or ran into something terrifying that she could not overpower, her True Soul would not die out.
This was how Gu Changge was making amends for what he owed her all these years.
After leaving the mountain peak, Gu Changge went back to the Heavenslayers Alliance’s base. It was actually the ruins of the Immortal Palace that the Remnants of the Immortal Palace rebuilt at great cost. It now served as the centre of the Heavenslayers Alliance.
Right now, all the experts of the various Forces were gathered here. The boundless stretch of islands was neatly arranged.
Surging Fortuity kept weaving through the air and gathering in the depths of the horizon. Even ancient universes seemed as small as a speck of dust here.
All the continents were separated by a great distance. A True Immortal would not even be able to cross this distance in their lifetime. One needed powerful techniques to travel.
This place was the result of numerous peerless beings working together for several years. They rebuilt the ancestral lands and constructed all kinds of buildings with powerful techniques. Cultivators who were proficient in ancient Arrays set up massive Arrays that reached the sky and could draw in endless might.
This was all done to provide an additional layer of defence when the impending Great Purge arrives.
Once Gu Changge had returned, he instructed them to help him gather some rare materials.
The Heavenslayers Alliance had a total of 108 islands. Each island was formed out of numerous universes rich with resources. This included the legacies many Forces had amassed throughout the years.
Therefore, once Gu Changge gave the order, many did as he said and searched for the materials.
On the island at the very centre, Gu Changge began the process of creation. With the Power of Will, he gathered the strength of the stars and transformed it into a furnace. Using the Source of Fire, he threw in all the rare and precious materials.
Many peerless beings paid attention to this. Usually, Gu Changge was nowhere to be found. They rarely ever saw him, and now that they did, he was in the middle of creating something.
Even Ming and the Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor were curious to know what a being like Gu Changge would create.
The light of the fire rose high in the sky and the place dazzled from the blaze. The sound of creation echoed across the Immortal Domain and the Upper Realm.
“Is the Alliance Leader creating an actual Dao Artifact?”
“It is said that beyond Immortal Emperor Artifacts, there are Dao Artifacts which involve Source Dao. Such Artifacts even surpass Innate Artifacts and are beyond our imagination…”
“They say that one must proceed with extreme caution with creating a Dao Artifact like that because it can easily exhaust the Qi and Dao Energy of a True World…”
Many cultivators in the surrounding universes were stunned and curious.
Some of the peerless beings could not resist speculating. They began recalling what they had heard in the past.
Even the Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor appeared in the distance and looked on with curiousity.
Gu Changge was using numerous materials, including damaged Quasi-Immortal Emperor Weapons from past battles.
They were made from extremely rare materials too and could have grown more powerful alongside their owner. However, they were damaged in battle and their Divinity was destroyed.
The materials included a complete World Stone and Chaos Mother of Gold that Ming sourced for Gu Changge.
There were also countless Void Immortal Gold, Dark Immortal Gold, Penta Immortal Gold, Nine-Hued Immortal Gold, and Light Immortal Gold.
Every piece of Immortal Gold could be used to create Artifacts that exceeded the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Grade. For many, only one piece could be found in a universe.
Once everything was gathered, Gu Changge started the creation process. Light streaked across the sky as Dao rumbled in the air.
*Rumble* Chaos Qi surged as the World Energy began to spread, and a terrifying scene ensued.
He melted a gigantic World Stone into liquid. Its aura was heavy and majestic. The liquid kept hovering in the fire, giving off a purplish light. The innate markings of the flames were reawakening and devouring the liquefied World Stone.
*Sizzle*
Gu Changge melted down the Immortal Golds.
He soon etched Grand Runes that turned into a divine web of Principles.
Following that, all the materials turned into liquid and shone brightly as they flowed.
Gu Changge started using the Great Dao of Fire to reforge the Artifacts he had gathered in the past, such as the Taiji Diagram, the Seven Tools of World Domination, and more. He ended up doing so for years.
Light continued to shine through the clouds as all manner of strange phenomena appeared. The howls of deities and Demons rang out with terrifying auras that threatened to annihilate the world.
Towards the end, the entire territory became blurry as grand cosmic energy swirled around.
“Using various Immortal Artifacts as the source to create a basin of sand…”
When the Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor saw this, his eyes were filled with shock.
He assumed that Gu Changge could be creating a powerful Dao Artifact. But he never thought Gu Changge would turn those Immortal Grade Artifacts into a basin of sand.
Even though it glistened with colourful light and seemed filled with mysterious energy, it was just sand and not a weapon of any kind.
“That’s not right. Could this be Source Essence? The pure substance that is the original essence of Source?”
The Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor could not conceal his thunderstruck expression. He was knowledgeable and had studied numerous ancient records, so he knew about the many mysterious substances in this world.
However, he could not confirm his guess as he had never seen the real thing before.
The flowing radiance seemed like a lifelike substance that could both create and destroy everything in its wake. It contained unfathomable power.
However, there was only a small handful of it. It looked like a cluster of stars flowing quietly while giving off a dazzling light that was both hazy and vast.
It was akin to beads of world crystals that contained the most ancient of true meanings. It felt even purer than the Great Dao. He could even sense the essence of something that surpassed Source.
“Is he planning on using this to nurture something?” Amidst his shock, the Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor could vaguely deduce Gu Changge’s motive.
At the very next moment, crystalline Nine-Hued Sand appeared. Every single grain of sand was filled with Chaos Light, and among them was a tiny seedling the size of a thumb. It was sprouting from the sand while giving off Chaos Purple Qi.
“It has the mark of chaos, as well as the roots of the World Tree and the sounds of nature. Let’s call it the Chaos Wondrous Root.” Gu Changge named the seedling. He cultivated it from the rootstalk of the Tree of Epoch.
“Chaos Wondrous Root?” The Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor was stunned. Even though he did not come into direct contact with it, he could sense the startling power and opportunities it contained.
It was impossible to estimate its value. All the opportunities that had been discovered in Prosperous Dao True World thus far were worthless compared to the Chaos Wondrous Root. Even the Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor could not resist being tempted by it.
He could see wisps of Fortuity being sucked into the seedling.
A creation like that would surely be accompanied by a Heavenly Tribulation.
And yet, the sky was clear. Instead, many auspicious signs appeared as a form of blessing.
The others could not see as well as the Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor could. Thus, they did not know what Gu Changge had created, but they could sense the shocking opportunity of his creation.
Despite their shock, they were wise enough to know that it was not something they could covet.
The next day, Ni Chen, who was busy cultivating, was abruptly summoned for an audience with Gu Changge.
Gu Changge gave Ni Chen the Chaos Wondrous Root and Nine-Hued Sand that he spent a long time creating and instructed the latter to cultivate it.
He said that the Chaos Wondrous Root would one day become the Chaos Sacred Tree that could bear all things and destroy all universes. Nothing could stop it.
Naturally, Ni Chen was thunderstruck. He could not believe that something of such value would end up in his hands.
However, Gu Changge also gave him a test by saying that everyone was allowed to snatch it away.
Artifacts belonged to those destined to possess them. If Ni Chen could not safeguard it, he could not fault others for taking it away.
“Since you’re the Chosen One of the Heavenslayers Alliance, I assume you’re capable of doing this much. Don’t make me doubt my choice.” Gu Changge had his back towards Ni Chen as he spoke lightly and gave the Chaos Wondrous Root to the latter.
The test left Ni Chen feeling both shocked and dazed. The remnants of doubt and confusion within him vanished completely. He soon promised Gu Changge that he would protect the Chaos Wondrous Root and nurture it with great care.
“Rest assured, sir. I won’t let you down.” Ni Chen declared solemnly as he bowed with deep respect.
He was not a fool. Although he guessed that this was Gu Changge’s test, he could not help but suspect that there was something fishy about the Chaos Wondrous Root. Thus, he planned on studying it carefully after leaving this place.
Once Ni Chen left, Gu Changge instructed his people to spread the news that the Chaos Wondrous Root was capable of providing the opportunity to remove all bottlenecks to the Dao Realm. Those who possessed it could use it to enter the Dao Realm.
As soon as word got out, everyone stirred. Even the Drunken Sword Immortal, who was already touching the threshold of the Dao Realm, could not sit still. He could not understand Gu Changge’s intentions. Why would the latter give this precious Artifact to ‘Wang Wushang’, and spread news of it at the same time?
“Is it a test? Are others able to take it away if he fails to protect this Artifact?” This question made his heart stir.
Even someone like the Drunken Sword Immortal was tempted, let alone the other ancient cultivators. Since they guessed that it was Gu Changge’s way of testing Ni Chen, they could do as they wished, as long as Ni Chen’s life was not endangered.
After all, Gu Changge could not take it back after already spreading the news.
The Chaos Wondrous Root needed an abundance of Fortuity to grow.
Gu Changge was currently in a state detached from his Humanity. Even though he could gather Fortuity at will, doing so would inevitably affect the fate and the prosperity of Prosperous Dao True World. Therefore, from his standpoint as the Heavenly Dao, he would simply let Ni Chen cultivate it for him to make the most out of waste.
Due to this, Ni Chen’s initial cultivation plan was disrupted.
However, after discovering the wonders of the Chaos Wondrous Root and the Nine-Hued Sand, he was unwilling to give them up.
Nevertheless, both Artifacts were extremely challenging to refine. It was impossible for him to do so with his current strength.
Thankfully, during the process of refining them, his cultivation benefited as well. Even if he simply used them as Artifacts, they were still immensely strong. Ni Chen was thrilled by that.
Gu Changge had repeatedly given him such marvellous gifts. He did not know how to express his thanks properly.
Naturally, during this time, he encountered numerous obstacles too. Many had their eyes on the Chaos Wondrous Root. If he wanted to keep it, he had to expend a lot of time and energy doing so.
…
Gu Changge stood on a mountaintop and raised his hand slightly. There was a ripple in his gaze as a portal opened.
He stepped into it and vanished.
When he appeared once more, he was in a vast and boundless void.
There was nothing but chaos all around. There was no sense of direction or any kind of defining concept. It looked like a place that had not evolved yet. The flow of time and space could not be felt here. There were no Principles. It was truly a place without any restrictions.
In the entirety of the immense Prosperous Dao True World, Gu Changge only found one such place. One could say it contained many mysteries that related to the secret behind the formation of the Prosperous Dao True World. The origins of this place could be traced even further back in history than the start of Prosperous Dao True World.
*Rumble* The moment Gu Changge arrived, he began to refine this place.
A surge of vast and mighty power blanketed the place and covered everything. Endless divine light shot up to the sky and unceasing Godly Flames burnt every corner of the void.
The concept of time and space did not apply here. Even the traces of Dao had been wiped away.
Even Dao Realm ancient cultivators like Ming dared not enter this place recklessly.
However, Gu Changge did not care about such things. He only considered the changes that occurred through this process.
The process lasted for a long time until Gu Changge refined the space into the size of his palm, turning it into a ‘Palm World’.
However, the Palm World had only just taken form. Gu Changge continued to refine it. He used the Source Matter here as the flame to keep refining the palm-sized world into the size of a seed.
“It’s not easy at all to create a True World Seed… Even for Fortuitous Ones, the journey to reach the Dao Realm would be a long one, with no guarantee of success. For Prosperous Dao True World to truly grow stronger as quickly as possible, it requires an opportunity to do so. Alas, only this much could be refined from such a large space of the True World…”
Gu Changge’s brows furrowed slightly as he stared at the small seed of light.
The seed hovered in his palm. All kinds of mysterious scenes that traversed the entire length of history could be seen.
However, in his eyes, it was merely a rough form and not a real True World Seed.
No one in this world had ever seen a True World Seed before.
The origins of a True World were mysterious and unfathomable. It formed at random amidst the infinite clashing of chaos. There was technically no way of artificially creating a True World.
After all, True Worlds were capable of allowing the evolution of life. It could form vast universes and numerous worlds.
Thus, what Gu Changge had made was no ordinary World Seed. He had only refined the basic form of a True World Seed. It was a long way to go before it could create a True World.
In this space, he split it into several pieces. After leaving, he turned the pieces into light and planted them inside those closest to him, such as Yue Mingkong, Jiang Chuchu, Wang Zijin, Yin Mei, and more.
This was the last and biggest opportunity Gu Changge left for them.
It was not at all wrong to say that it would guarantee their chances of safely entering the Dao Realm in the future.
Even though it would be a long process that might even involve several reincarnations and the gradual accumulation over time, Gu Changge had already given them a solid foundation.
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