Divine Beast Creator-Chapter 2198 - 2199: Mist River
In the end, it was Agunas who dispelled everyone’s doubts. The speculations were getting increasingly bizarre and completely off track.
In fact, it’s quite simple. Many pathways in the Tea Wood Town Area aren’t on any maps. It’s not a deliberate concealment; it’s just impractical to chart them.
After all, these paths, mostly from Grotto-Rock Village to Cloud Crossing Village, are trails developed by local villagers themselves. Even the officials of Great Xia, let alone Tea Wood Town, might not be fully aware of them. Moreover, these paths aren’t maintained, and noting them on maps would be troublesome should they become impassable due to natural disasters.
With official roads in place, these small paths don’t need to be marked on maps. Additionally, mapping in the Tea Wood Town Area is infeasible, and the current map is just a rough version done with Drudgeon’s help.
If one were to attempt mapping, many issues might arise. There are many things in this area unknown even to the Divine Beasts, and the rich unique resources due to Yognot’s power make the area unpredictable.
If mapped, who knows what incredible findings might emerge, leading to enormous trouble. Hence, everyone tacitly avoids mapping potentially troublesome dangerous areas.
Since the general topography of these areas doesn’t change much, it’s enough to map and update the main human activity regions.
Understanding why the path isn’t on the map, everyone stopped wildly speculating about unusual conspiracies.
The tall, wild grass completely blocked everyone’s view, making it hard to see the surroundings. But just around the bend ahead, an extraordinary sight suddenly burst into view.
White clouds rolled in like tidewaters constantly surging from afar. The clouds, flowing along the mountain-formed "riverbed," advanced with force. The dense fog made it impossible for them to see what lay beneath its shroud.
This "channel" was so wide that if not for the Mist River obscuring it, large stretches of farmland might be visible between the mountains.
This exaggerated "channel" added an unparalleled imposing presence to the Mist River, with ordinary rivers and streams seeming like mere creeks in comparison.
Amidst the billowing mist, distant villages appeared under the river’s canopy like secluded mountain courtyards.
"Truly spectacular."
Watching the surging Mist River, Feng Yuan exclaimed in amazement. Even in this world, such wide rivers like the Mist River were almost nonexistent. It was then he understood why it was called the Mist River Phenomenon.
As for the forces forming the Mist River, although somewhat eerie, Feng Yuan was sure there was no danger. It wasn’t surprising, since it wasn’t something rare—aside from its unpredictable timing, it appeared many times a year.
For scholars wishing to study the Mist River Phenomenon, just staying here would eventually allow them to see its appearance, making research not difficult.
Standing at the bend, everyone admired this astonishing Mist River Phenomenon for a long time. Feng Yuan even took out his phone and snapped many photos with Xiao Ji.
Even after lingering for so long, the surging Mist River showed no signs of dissipating. Hidden gusts of wind made the Mist River look not only like a roaring river but also bestowed it with a magnificent sound, no less than great rivers.
Feng Yuan speculated no farmland existed at the Mist River’s location. The internal airflow was so fierce that not only farmland, but even wild grass might struggle to grow.
Winds capable of producing such a thunderous roar were likely not simple.
Yet, Feng Yuan wasn’t worried. He simply relished the rare, awe-inspiring sight.
Seeing Feng Yuan’s relaxed demeanor, Qi Chen also eased a bit, having been slightly worried that Feng Yuan’s presence might cause some peculiar change in the Mist River Phenomenon.
After enjoying the Mist River Phenomenon, the group set off again. This section of the road again confirmed the Mist River Phenomenon had undergone no change.
Although Tea Wood Town lacked towering peaks, suspended plank roads often found in treacherous mountain areas rarely appeared in the region under Maomu City.
This time, however, the group saw a suspended road made of special bluestones. Rather than being suspended, it was more like a vast path drawn out on the slope by gigantic bluestones.
Beneath the stones lay the rolling clouds. Though the fog was relatively light due to the slope, wild grass could only be faintly seen below, swayed by the winds.
Though the bluestone road looked perilous, everyone knew it posed no real danger, even if the support collapsed. The slope wasn’t steep, and unless hitting a vital spot, one would be unharmed.
Standing on the bluestone road, the grandeur of the Mist River was even more overwhelming. Before, they had admired it from a distance, but now they were right by the riverside.
"If it were Netherworld Mist, it wouldn’t just be spectacular; it would be very dangerous."
Feng Yuan said abruptly, ruining the mood. Veronia shot him an annoyed glance and said,
"If that were the case, this thing would never exist for long."
Despite how breathtaking the Mist River was, if the mist were replaced with Netherworld Mist, it would be a different story. Rather than breathtaking, it would be terrifying.
Even though Netherworld Mist’s harm potential is limited, such a massive quantity could devastate everything in its path.
If such a change occurred, humans would never allow it to persist, and even Divine Beasts would intervene.
Joking aside, leaving such a highly threatening presence unchecked, who knows if it might gradually turn the entire Tea Wood Town Area into a wasteland. 𝐟𝕣𝗲𝕖𝕨𝗲𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝗲𝚕.𝗰𝚘𝐦
Qi Chen sighed, suddenly thought of something, and turned to Feng Yuan, asking,
"Did you foresee something?"
"No, just said it randomly."
Spreading his hands, Feng Yuan said earnestly. He truly just blurted it out. As for the Mist River Phenomenon turning into something terrifying, Feng Yuan thought it unlikely.
After all, it had no relation to the Netherworld, and no one from that group had been here, so Feng Yuan was not too worried about any linkage to the Netherworld.
Continuing along the bluestone path, Feng Yuan suddenly stopped. To the left, clouds surged below, and to the right, a rock wall loomed, albeit with sizable cracks and openings.
Squatting down curiously, Feng Yuan reached into one opening, making pet-like sounds that puzzled the others.
Not long after, Feng Yuan pulled out a fiery red creature resembling a Slime, leaving everyone stunned.
Magma Cubs?
While this place barely counted within Grotto-Rock Village’s range, how did they end up here?
Casually pulling out a Spirit Beast snack, Feng Yuan placed it by the Magma Cub’s mouth and said with a smile,
"As expected, this Mist River Phenomenon is related to the Magma Channel. I knew clouds infused with Flame Power wouldn’t just appear randomly. Likely, a release point of the Magma Channel is nearby, creating this fascinating phenomenon～"
Agunas flicked its tail, not refuting. While the Mist River Phenomenon’s formation wasn’t documented, based on its contained energy, they could approximate.
This phenomenon is most likely related to the Magma Channel; otherwise, the mist wouldn’t contain such unique and burning Fire-element energy.
This is also why the bluestone road appeared. Though they could build higher in the mountains, that would only increase travel distances and complicate passage.
After all, bypassing this place necessitates a long climb.
Carrying nothing wouldn’t be a big deal, but with baggage, the additional mountain trek could drain significant energy.
Moreover, the mist isn’t terribly hazardous and unless exposed for a prolonged period, it has little effect.
Thinking of something, Feng Yuan gazed at the rolling Mist River and said,
"The plants there should have evolved, right?"
If the Mist River Phenomenon’s occurrences weren’t so frequent, it wouldn’t be a concern. But given it’s probably a release point, the chance of occurrence is high.
Agunas flicked its tail and said,
"Probably, but we can’t see it now."
