Seeking Immortality in a Bizarre World-Chapter 618 - 613: Giant Force Apparition, Star Celestial Power?_1

This Star Seal was far more powerful than the one he had obtained from General Xuan Ting, emanating a peculiar strength. It was fundamentally different from ordinary Magical Treasures, easily discernible at a glance. The one in his possession was clearly an imitation.

Was the core of the Wall of Star’s Breath an Immortal Treasure? No wonder the formation possessed such formidable power. This was Jia Ren’s first close encounter with an Immortal Treasure.

Within the formation, an abundance of Star Force flowed, its texture pure and almost devoid of impurities. The Star Force absorbed through the Star Seal was transformed, becoming even purer, and was then distributed to other locations as the formation operated. Countless streams of Star Force made up the Wall of Star’s Breath, safeguarding this place.

While the method for setting up the Wall of Star’s Breath was crucial, even more important was the Immortal Treasure, the Star Seal.

With an imitation Star Seal in hand, Jia Ren boldly approached the Immortal Treasure Star Seal. But as soon as he got within ten feet, a thick wall of powerful Star Force formed, blocking his way and preventing any further progress. This treasure had an owner and did not allow anyone near. He had a premonition that if he dared to get close without the imitation Star Seal, the Immortal Treasure would show no mercy.

If I destroyed the Wall of Star’s Breath and took this seal, would there be a way to replicate the Wall of Star’s Breath in the Mysterious Realm? he wondered. Without it, even possessing the method to set up the Wall of Star’s Breath, the formation’s power would be greatly reduced. This thought flashed through his mind, and Jia Ren ultimately let out a long sigh.

Without the Wall of Star’s Breath, the Immortal Evil Spirits and many powerful Bizarre Demons would break free. Destroying Emperor Gan would be one thing; I wouldn’t mind their fate. But countless mortals living in the Daqian Kingdom would face unforeseen disasters. If I really did that, who knows how many mortals would die because of me. To seal the Bizarre Demons of the Mysterious Realm at the cost of countless lives is not my intention. Performing actions against one’s conscience would surely become an obstacle on the path of cultivation.

Thoughts flickered through Jia Ren’s mind, and he refrained from taking action.

If Immortals can refine Immortal Treasures, why can’t I refine one as well? he mused. Besides, there’s a current example right before me, waiting for me to emulate. Standing on the shoulders of giants, with the aid of the Proficiency Panel, I don’t believe I can’t replicate it.

With that thought in mind, he observed the Immortal Treasure from ten feet away. The Profound Mystery Inscriptions flowed; they were complex and ever-changing, as if the Inscriptions were not fixed but constantly in flux.

He sat motionless on the spot for three days, staring unblinkingly at the changes in the Star Seal, continuously comparing it to the imitation. The imitation Star Seal was also crafted based on the true Star Seal, a product of another Artifact Refiner’s insights. With it for reference, understanding was easier, and learning was simpler.

Setting aside everything else, using this as a model to mimic and improve upon, it wouldn’t be a problem to refine a Sky-reaching Spirit Treasure-level Star Seal. If I integrate the Star Seal into the Demon-Sealing Spirit Tower System and use the Sacrificial Fire to help it grow powerful, it could one day rival an Immortal Treasure. Using it as a substitute could serve as the core of the Wall of Star’s Breath, suppressing the Bizarre Demons of the Mysterious Realm.

As Jia Ren focused intently, he suddenly sensed something and turned his head toward the Desolate Legacy Land. It felt as if some terrifying entity was about to descend.

The space in the Desolate Legacy Land showed wide-scale collapse, spanning a hundred miles. Anything within was either disintegrated along with the collapsing space or fell into the Void, disappearing without a trace. A terrifying figure, ten thousand feet tall, stepped out of the Void into the Desolate Legacy Land, heading straight for the Wall of Star’s Breath with a clear purpose.

"What a formidable presence! What kind of monster is this?!"

The hundred-mile spatial collapse was so conspicuous that the monstrous figure was immediately spotted by the Xuanwu Guard stationed near the Wall of Star’s Breath the moment it appeared. They had never seen such a terrifying creature in their lives. Even at a great distance, they still couldn’t grasp its entire form. The terrifying aura it exuded alone made them feel as if they had fallen into an ice cave; it seemed even the Wall of Star’s Breath couldn’t guarantee their safety.

Sound Transmission Talismans and various lights lit up, continuously summoning more Xuanwu Guard. Some contacted General Xuan Ting, inquiring whether to report this matter to Gan Capital. Their messages sank like stones into the sea, met with no response.

"My heart!" With two strides, the giant reached the place where its heart had once resided. Feeling the connection with its heart disappear, it roared in a voice full of anger, "Who stole my heart!"

The giant’s gaze fell on the small Wall of Star’s Breath, and it swung a mighty punch. BOOM! An immensely terrifying impact slammed down, shaking the entire Wall of Star’s Breath and leaving a fist crater nearly a hundred feet deep where it struck. A vast amount of Star Force gathered to quickly repair the breach in the wall.

Jia Ren, inside the Wall of Star’s Breath, felt the impact most acutely. Numerous formation Inscriptions broke apart within; the destructive power of a single punch was too horrific, possessing an unimaginable force. It seemed to be the bizarre embodiment of strength, representing pure and unparalleled terrifying force. For the time being, let’s call it the Giant Force Apparition, he thought.

Jia Ren was certain that even the Taming Demon Sect, using the Law of Heaven and Earth to achieve a thirty-thousand-foot stature, could not unleash even a tenth of the Giant Force Apparition’s power. Even after advancing to the Body Integration Realm and undergoing the Ten Thousand Beasts Sovereign Body and Fusion Strengthening, it’s unclear whether I can match this Giant Force Apparition. I’m not sure if I can seal the Giant Force Apparition. The body of the Demon-Sealing Spirit Tower isn’t as robust as the Wall of Star’s Breath and might be violently shattered by it.

The heart? Could it be that the heart I sealed was actually its own? Without a heart, it already possesses such terrifying power. What heights of strength would it reach if it regained its original state? Give its heart back to it? That would be a foolish act—its likely response would be to tear me into pieces.

Jia Ren’s expression shifted rapidly as he pondered how to deal with this Bizarre Demon. I’m not the guardian of this place; why should I exhaust my mind and body?! When the sky falls, the tall ones will hold it up—let Emperor Gan worry about this.

Once a thought is embraced, the world seems to open up. Jia Ren took out a treasure from Profound Capital Ming and sent a message to his nominal master: the Daqian National Master.

BOOM! The second punch slammed down heavily, and the fist imprints on the Wall of Star’s Breath became even more terrifying. The once-indestructible wall was now twisted and deformed, giving the impression that it might shatter at any moment.

The Giant Force Apparition wasn’t very bright. This was the last place I sensed my heart; it must have been stolen by someone here! it concluded.

One punch after another was launched, each making the Wall of Star’s Breath feel as if it would break open. The Nine Heavens Star Luo Formation had absorbed Star Force for countless years, and with an Immortal Treasure at its core, its defensive power was indeed strong. For many years, it had kept the Bizarre Demons and Immortal Evil Spirits outside the wall; this was the best proof of its might. The Wall of Star’s Breath channeled a tremendous amount of Star Force to the area being attacked by the Giant Force Apparition. It was evident that the starlight in other areas of the wall was dimming as the Star Force converged to that single point, fully committed to withstanding the assault.

The continuous vibrations drew countless eyes.

The Yellow Spring Saint Child and the Yellow Spring Worm Sect Master appeared, watching from afar as the Giant Force Apparition hammered against the Wall of Star’s Breath. Excitement lit their faces as they saw the wall deform and the light dim in other areas. Beyond them were the All Saints Cult, Black Lotus Cult, and Divine Fire Cult. Unlike the active Crow God Cult and Holy Infant Sect, their high-level members, much like those of the Yellow Spring Worm Sect, had all been consigned to the Desolate Legacy Land, where only death awaited them.

Not far off, other Bizarre Demons were drawn to the scene. The vast majority of these Bizarre Demons lacked intelligence and could not cooperate; they were merely onlookers who had come to ’watch the fun’.

"What kind of Bizarre Demon is this?!"

"How could such a monster appear inside the Wall of Star’s Breath?!"

"Where’s Xuan Ting? Where did that idiot go!"

A powerful Spiritual Power Fluctuation appeared out of nowhere as an old Taoist priest in a Taoist robe, holding an Eight Trigrams Mirror, manifested. His profound spiritual sense swept over the battlefield, allowing him to grasp the situation. The Xuanwu Guard were like scattered troops and ruffians, lacking organization and thus of little use. The whereabouts of General Xuan Ting of the Xuanwu Guard were unknown. This incensed the Daqian National Master, Mei Wenzhong, and sparks of rage seemingly ignited in his eyes.

He glanced at his senior disciple, who was with the Star Seal, desperately ’repairing’ the formation. His expression softened slightly. At least this disciple has some use, not purely a waste, he thought. If not for the timely message, the Wall of Star’s Breath, facing the combined assault of this immensely powerful Bizarre Demon and the not-yet-eradicated evil cults, might truly have been breached.

"You’re the first I’ll take care of!" Mei Wenzhong declared. "Kun Six Interruption, Kan Center Full... Eight Trigrams Nine Palaces!" The Eight Trigrams Mirror in his hand cast its reflection towards the Giant Force Apparition. When the light fell upon the creature, the area around it seemed to come alive with the diagram of the Eight Trigrams Nine Palaces, flowing unceasingly. One mysterious Inscription after another circulated as if alive.

The Giant Force Apparition swung its fist, its destructive power like a tide, about to dispel the Eight Trigrams Nine Palaces diagram on its body. "Shift!" Mei Wenzhong intoned. A spell was cast, and the terrifying power was diverted towards the Desolate Legacy Land.

The distant observers—the Yellow Spring Worm Sect Master, the Yellow Spring Saint Child, and other opportunistic Evil Cultivators—suddenly realized the danger and scrambled to flee. BOOM! The frightening power descended abruptly, striking where they had just been and creating an abyssal pit. Cultivators who were a step too late in escaping were smashed into pulp, their remains obliterated.

"Such formidable power!" Mei Wenzhong exclaimed, holding the Eight Trigrams Mirror, his face flushing with an unnatural rosiness. He had seemingly resolved the Giant Force Apparition’s strike with ease, like a mere flick of the wrist, even redirecting its force to attack the Evil Cultivators watching from a distance. But the maneuver was not as effortless as it appeared.

This Bizarre Demon is not easy to handle! Mei Wenzhong thought grimly. "Star Seal!" He stretched out his hand, and the Immortal Treasure, the Star Seal from within the Wall of Star’s Breath, flew into his palm.

"I am the master of the stars!" As he declared this, a vast amount of the Star Force accumulated within the Wall of Star’s Breath flowed swiftly and fused into his body. "Evolve into Star Celestial Power!" His yellow Taoist robe turned silver-white, as if draped in a layer of starlight. The Eight Trigrams Mirror, also imbued with Star Force, turned silver-white.

A silver-white ray shot out from the Eight Trigrams Mirror, speeding towards the Giant Force Apparition. Just then, the Giant Force Apparition broke free from the Eight Trigrams Nine Palaces formation and swung another punch at the Wall of Star’s Breath. This was its obsession; it paid no heed to the intervening Daqian National Master.

As the silver-white light struck, the Giant Force Apparition’s body began to frost over with a layer of silver, which spread rapidly. Countless silver Eight Trigrams Nine Palaces Inscriptions flashed, gradually etching their patterns across its form. The method was similar to before, but its power was a qualitative leap from the previous attempt. Completely enveloped in the silver-white light, the Giant Force Apparition’s movements slowed until it finally froze, turning into a silver statue.