GBP Chapter 379 About the Secret Realm
Chapter 379 About the Secret Realm
The atmosphere in this dark and deep passage was exceptionally heavy and oppressive. Wu Qinghuan and Xu Nian stood silently, their eyes meeting, filled with doubt and confusion.
The adorable tabby cat was curled up in a ball, fast asleep, completely unaware of its surroundings. Wu Qinghuan and Xu Nian, on the other hand, were frozen in place, staring at each other without moving, as if trying to find an answer in each other's eyes, but to no avail.
They all knew very well that this time, the secret realm had undergone an unprecedented change. Even before they stepped into this place, that strange feeling had lingered in their minds, refusing to dissipate. Now, being there in person, witnessing the unbelievable scene before their eyes, they were even more certain of it.
Shortly after entering the secret realm, the first thing they saw were the two mysterious orbs of light. When their gaze fell upon the first orb, a breathtaking scene unfolded before them: Xu Nian was engaged in a life-or-death struggle with the Sect Master of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect. Both fought fiercely, their battle exceptionally brutal. At the same time, numerous disciples of the Sword Sect fell, their blood flowing freely across the ground in a gruesome sight. However, thankfully, despite the surrounding sea of blood and mountains of corpses, their companions were all alive and well.
But when their gaze shifted to the second orb of light, a chill instantly ran down their spines. The scene depicted in that orb was nothing short of hell on earth! Except for the Sect Master of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect, everyone was dead. Among them were not only those with whom they had been distant, but also their closest friends, the Sect Master of the Sword Sect, the Sect Leader, Xiao Qingshan's master, and several senior sisters; even their beloved Daoist partner had not escaped their fate, all reduced to cold corpses lying in pools of blood. The entire world seemed to be filled with endless silence and despair, devoid of any sign of life.
In contrast, while the future scene in the first orb of light was equally shocking, at least there was still a glimmer of hope; the second orb of light, however, showed utter destruction and despair, which was chilling.
At that moment, the two men were completely stunned, as if struck by lightning, their faces filled with astonishment and confusion, as if the whole world had become unfamiliar. Although a considerable amount of time had quietly passed, they remained deeply immersed in that breathtaking scene, unable to extricate themselves.
Wu Qinghuan's face was as pale as paper, her lips trembling slightly as she stammered, "Just like before, this time the future scene also contains mysterious and unpredictable causal principles. What does this mean?" Her voice grew softer and softer until it was almost inaudible.
However, before Wu Qinghuan could finish speaking, Xu Nian, who was standing to the side, took a deep breath, then slowly opened his mouth and said in a calm and solemn tone, "This means that both of these completely different future scenarios are actually possible, and they are both created by different causal relationships!" As his voice fell, the surrounding air seemed to freeze, and an invisible pressure enveloped the two of them, making it difficult for them to breathe.
To put it bluntly, these are simply two possibilities for the future. However, due to certain changes, the seemingly predetermined future has become uncertain. But no matter which possibility becomes reality, neither will be a happy ending for Xu Nian; and for those around him, it won't be a happy one either. At least in the current situation, both outcomes are pushing Wu Qinghuan to the brink of a mental breakdown.
"What on earth is going on?!" Wu Qinghuan shouted in astonishment.
“Hmm…” Xu Nian paused for a moment to think before finally speaking slowly, “I think this mysterious secret realm might be intricately connected to the legendary Great Dao of Cause and Effect. It seems to possess a magical power that allows us, who are within it, to glimpse certain fragments of the future. Everything we witnessed before must have come from scenes of the future world.”
Xu Nian's words initially seemed contradictory, but upon closer examination and consideration within the context of the causal principles of the Dao, a sudden realization dawned. What was presented were two drastically different future paths, yet neither was entirely unchangeable or a foregone conclusion. After all, many uncertainties remained, and if these factors changed, the specific circumstances of the future could very well be rewritten.
"No, what I mean is... why did the Sect Master of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect, whose essence was damaged and who was unable to enter the Tribulation Transcending stage, suddenly become so strong? This is impossible!"
Wu Qinghuan was getting anxious.
Hearing her words, Xu Nian also began to frown.
yes……
Back then, everyone joined forces to kill his clone.
When Xu Nian and Wu Qinghuan went to Beiyu to complete their mission, this old man ambushed them on the way.
Unexpectedly, Xu Nian had a master to help her.
Upon hearing the news, the sect leader and master rushed to the scene with lightning speed. Their figures streaked across the sky like lightning, arriving at the battlefield in the blink of an eye. The two displayed extraordinary strength and exquisite magic, engaging the enemy in a breathtaking battle. Finally, after a hard-fought struggle, they successfully and completely annihilated the evil force's clone.
However, after this incident, the already restless and treacherous Ten Thousand Demons Sect, like startled rabbits, quietly disappeared into Yang City, vanishing without a trace. To this day, they remain untraceable, but it is certain that this group of insidious and cunning individuals is secretly plotting their own sinister schemes.
Meanwhile, the Sect Master of the Myriad Demons Sect suffered severe injuries in this battle, his very essence severely damaged. This meant he had no hope of ever reaching the Tribulation Transcending stage in this lifetime, and the highest realm he could attain would be limited to the peak of the Dao Integration stage. From then on, no matter how hard he cultivated, he would find it difficult to make any further progress, and the possibility of breaking through to the next level would be extremely slim. It is no exaggeration to say that if the Sect Master of the Myriad Demons Sect, the Sword Sect Master, and Master Xiao Qingshan were to stand side by side at this moment, then without a doubt, the latter two powerhouses would have a much better chance of crossing the threshold of the Tribulation Transcending stage. As for the Sect Master of the Myriad Demons Sect, he had already been declared out of the running, a loser who would never be able to reach a higher level.
Leaving aside the fallen leader of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect, even Xu Nian, a prodigy seemingly blessed with protagonist's aura, has seen his strength increase at an astonishing speed. Compared to the previous three, his progress is nothing short of miraculous, like a rocket soaring into the sky. For other cultivators, the Tribulation Transcending stage might seem like an unattainable star, something to be admired but never reached; but for Xu Nian, this goal is as clear as a prize, something he is determined to achieve!
It's just a matter of time.
Moreover, judging from the current situation, this period wouldn't last long. At most, it would be another five years. However, unexpectedly, in just these short five years, the situation underwent such a huge reversal, and the Sect Master of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect actually managed to overtake them. This was truly unbelievable! Wu Qinghuan was extremely confused and found it hard to accept.
She thought to herself, "Something major must have happened here. That guy might have found some kind of extraordinary spiritual treasure, or obtained a top-level magic weapon. Otherwise, there's no way he could have suddenly come back to life like this!" Indeed, "coming back to life" was the most fitting description for this situation.
The current sect leader of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect is indeed quite powerful, but compared to Xu Nian—a prodigy destined to reach the Tribulation Transcending stage—he is utterly insignificant. Even though this old fellow appears imposing at this moment, in reality, before Xu Nian, he is merely clinging to life for a few more years. To say he is no different from a dying man is not an exaggeration.
However, the future vision presented in the secret realm clearly shows that he is the ultimate victor. How could this be? Are there hidden secrets and unforeseen variables at play? Wu Qinghuan frowned, lost in deep thought…
Such a miraculous comeback, a turnaround from a desperate situation.
It must be a top-tier magical artifact, or a rare and precious material for restoring one's original essence.
Wu Qinghuan thought to herself, "Something's not right, this is really not right!" She muttered to herself as she involuntarily took a small step forward. Then, she took a deep breath, steadied herself, and turned her gaze back to the two mysterious orbs of light.
The scene she had glimpsed just moments before now reappeared clearly before her eyes. The two orbs of light flickered with a faint, strange glow, as if containing endless mysteries and dangers. Wu Qinghuan stared intently at them, trying to decipher some clue, but she remained baffled.
Gradually, her brows furrowed deeper and deeper, like two tightly closed city gates. A fine layer of sweat had appeared on her once fair and jade-like forehead. These beads of sweat were as crystal clear as dewdrops on lotus leaves in the morning, but at this moment they had no time to appreciate this beauty; they simply flowed slowly down Wu Qinghuan's cheeks on their own.
Clearly, even someone as powerful as Wu Qinghuan, a top-tier cultivator, was somewhat flustered at this moment. In stark contrast was Xu Nian standing to the side. Although he too was filled with worry facing the unknown, he appeared remarkably calm and composed on the surface.
Xu Nian knew that although the current situation seemed dire, they had at least identified the problem in advance. If they could respond promptly, there might still be a chance to turn things around. However, if the situation turned out as badly as anticipated, and they only realized it years later, then it would likely be too late to reverse the course of events.
"What could be the variables involved?" Wu Qinghuan murmured, her voice revealing a hint of confusion and anxiety.
While Xu Nian was pondering.
Suddenly, Wu Qinghuan muttered something.
"Eh?"
"what happened?"
“It seems…” she took a deep breath, “I think I’ve discovered that guy’s secret, the secret to his ability to turn the tables.”
"What secret?"
Wu Qinghuan detached herself from the vision of the future.
He looked at Xu Nian intently.
"Try to sense it again, and then look at what he's holding in his hand."
"The...sword in my hand?"
The weapon used by the sect leader of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect was unique and extremely special, a fact Xu Nian had noticed long ago. It was precisely because of this that when Wu Qinghuan mentioned it, he was immediately able to recall the relevant details.
“That’s right, take a closer look, there’s definitely something strange about that thing,” Wu Qinghuan said softly.
"Alright, let me take a look." After receiving his wife's prompting, Xu Nian once again immersed himself in exploring the future. He stared intently at the long sword tightly gripped in the demonic cultivator's hand, his gaze sharp and unwavering.
The longsword had a unique design; its blade was a deep black, as mysterious and oppressive as an endless night. However, what was most striking were the nine star patterns engraved on its surface. These stars were not ordinary decorations, but rather emitted an unusual light.
"Oh my, this is really strange... The stars on the little sword look different on these two occasions!" Xu Nian exclaimed in surprise.
"Indeed!" Wu Qinghuan nodded in agreement. It turned out that Xu Nian had already suffered two fatal attacks from that demonic cultivator. And each time, she had died by the very longsword in his hand. However, what was puzzling was that the stars emanating from the two longswords were different. In the first clash, the star at the very tip of the blade shimmered with a faint blue light; while in the second clash, the star in the center of the blade emitted a cold, silvery glow.
"So... does that mean my life was ended by that sword?" Xu Nian asked, her brows furrowed and her face full of doubt.
"Very likely, or to be more precise... it's because of the star-shaped markings on the sword that change color," Wu Qinghuan analyzed thoughtfully.
"Star Mark?"
Xu Nian didn't quite understand.
After taking a deep breath, Wu Qinghuan continued, "Although the so-called future scene is just an illusion constructed by this secret realm, as long as we devote ourselves to it and explore it in depth, it is not difficult to realize that the scenes existing in the fantasy are actually not much different from reality. Therefore... we are very likely to be able to perceive all relevant information and all subtle energy fluctuations in an all-round way."
Upon hearing this, the people around nodded in agreement, and even the person who had been silent all along chimed in, "That's right, that's exactly it."