DipNovel Chapter 2641 The Sea of Sighs
Chapter 2641 The Sea of Sighs
Chapter 2641 The Sea of Sighs
Han Wei's actions were those of a true seasoned veteran; by putting everything out in the open, he saved himself a lot of trouble.
The two Ruthless Dao True Venerables knew his intentions, but what could they do? Lacking the strength, they could only obediently accept the attack.
There are three other forces similar to Lianxing and Wuqingdao, and none of them are in a good situation right now.
In addition, there was another family power that used to be on par with the four major sects, and even slightly superior.
However, the clan has now completely retreated, with its members rarely going out, and only two True Venerables remaining to guard the clan.
This wasn't just information they released; other powerful figures had also divined it, and it was indeed true.
The other family patriarchs have already left, supposedly to find another place for their families to live.
Speaking of this, the two True Venerables couldn't help but sigh, "That's the good thing about family power; it allows you to concentrate your resources to accomplish great things."
Qu Jianlei and the other seven True Venerables showed the greatest interest in this family, though their interests differed.
What Qingkong and Jingge were pondering was the family's ability to respond to crises and how to reach a consensus as quickly as possible.
This is a phenomenon that the sect has been studying for a long time, and even Baiqiao has been pondering it.
Without a doubt, the bloodline recognition within the family is the most important factor, without exception, and this is something that sects cannot imitate.
However, if this factor were enough to stop a sect from researching alternatives, it would be a gross underestimation of the cultivators' perseverance.
Is bloodline truly irreplaceable? Perhaps it is, but how will we know if we don't try?
Han Li and Qu Jianlei, however, were researching a different point.
They didn't enter each other's territory; they merely observed and sensed the surroundings from the outside.
Seeing this, Xiaoyou became curious and stared at him silently for a while before asking thoughtfully, "You two suspect... that his family is the mastermind?"
It was only thanks to her excellent skills in various fields and her careful consideration that she was able to guess the other party's intentions.
However, this still surprised her greatly: Could the decay of a realm be man-made?
Han Li ignored her, but Qu Zhenzun replied, "It's just a guess, it doesn't seem like them at the moment."
“We still need to verify it again,” Han Li said thoughtfully, then added with a solemn expression, “This is a matter of great importance and we must be cautious.”
This was certainly no small matter, but Xiaoyou still didn't quite understand, "The birth and death of the world are all governed by the will of Heaven..."
"Even if someone is causing trouble, is it any of our business to worry about this?"
There are indeed ways in the cultivation world to ruin the entire world, but the cost of using each method is definitely not low.
Moreover, after discovering the predicament of the Star Realm, some True Venerables secretly fled, wanting to make their way in other worlds.
In fact, even the Great Lords of the Divine Realm have gone into hiding...
This isn't about social responsibility; it's about the fact that even the True Lord didn't realize someone was secretly plotting against them.
You two are just bored and overthinking things, aren't you?
However, upon hearing this, Han Li rolled her eyes at her and sneered, "Do you think there must be a foolproof plan in the world?"
“I’m not entirely sure,” Xiaoyou replied in a deep voice. “Why don’t you consult Lord Taiyuanhai?”
"Can't a person get any sleep?" a woman's voice rang out, muttering softly, "Here? No problem!"
Han Li rolled her eyes, thinking to herself that this old woman was definitely going to make trouble for her.
Qu Jianlei muttered thoughtfully, "This answer... feels a bit off?"
"What's wrong?" Han Li's eyes lit up immediately upon hearing this. "Tell me more about it?"
Xiaoyou glanced at him thoughtfully, "I think it's perfectly normal."
“Normal… is the biggest abnormality!” Qu Jianlei pondered for a moment, then spoke seriously, “The ancestor wants me to learn to think independently.”
"I'd like to thank you so much," the woman scoffed. "So, you think I'm the one who taught me to be abnormal?"
"There's one more thing: if you want to learn, sleep with your master... I don't think you're quite good at it yet!"
"Cough cough," Qu Jianlei coughed twice, "The ancestor's current state is quite normal."
This wasn't the first time Han Li and Xiao You had heard Tai Yuanhai make suggestive remarks, but they still found it hard to accept.
Xiao You muttered to herself, "The Great Khan is indeed... a man of strong emotions!"
Controversy aside, since Taiyuanhai believes there's nothing to investigate here, there's no need to waste any more time.
Next, the two True Immortals recommended several scenic spots—no, several famous and dangerous places.
As one of the four major sects in this realm, the Ruthless Path has always welcomed and seen off many cultivators from beyond the realm.
They knew exactly which dangerous places were attractive and what their unique features were.
However, the aura of the entire realm was not something that the Seven True Venerables liked very much.
Even those who didn't initially feel it, after staying in this realm for a while, started to feel somewhat uncomfortable.
Moreover, more than one person has consulted the oracle and felt that these dangerous places are actually not that interesting.
This is not hard to understand. The entire planet is in decline, and any place that might present an opportunity will be subject to destructive development.
“Let’s go to the Sea of Sighs,” Qu Jianlei decided. “What do you all think?”
“I also suggest we go,” Han Wei said with disgust. “The atmosphere here is really unpleasant; it’s better to leave as soon as possible.”
The Sea of Sighs is recognized by top cultivators across the stars as the source of decaying energy, and so far, five such locations have been discovered.
Strictly speaking, it's not the source, but rather the most decaying place in the entire world. It started in one place, and now it has spread to five.
The group rushed to the first location where the situation was discovered, where the condition was most obvious.
This place has a history of more than 8,000 years since its discovery, and it must have existed before it was discovered by a great ruler.
Even the Star Cultivator only realized the realm was beginning to decline after discovering this place.
Rather, they had already sensed something was wrong; the anomalies here were simply the most concrete confirmation of the impending change.
The area around the anomaly point was shielded by an array, and several Nascent Soul cultivators were on guard.
However, when the two great masters of the Ruthless Path arrived with their entourage, the guards merely bowed from a distance and did not approach to inquire further.
The instructions they received were that True Venerables could come and go as they pleased, but those at the Nascent Soul stage and below were not allowed to approach without permission, or they would be killed without mercy.
According to rumors over the past few thousand years, this is where the True Venerable attained enlightenment, and it has gained unanimous recognition from all the Great Venerables of the entire realm.
However, judging from the guards' somewhat dejected expressions, they probably... guessed something.
The two Grand Venerables led everyone into the formation with ease, and the next moment, a scene appeared before them.
This space is somewhat like a gap in a void passage, with a contact area exceeding one million square kilometers.
Although it is space, the unit of measurement is square kilometers, because... it has no depth.
It has a somewhat distorted curve, resembling a large curved wall with a dark yellowish-gray hue.
There was no inexplicable aura or energy fluctuation on the wall, and no sense of three-dimensionality whatsoever.
However, it exudes an overwhelming stench of decay, which can evoke an overwhelming sense of despair.
Even though everyone present was at least at the True Venerable level, they couldn't help but frown deeply upon seeing this scene.
Han Li's description was the most direct: "It felt like being invited...to visit the place of the Five Grains Reincarnation?"
Xiao You Zhenzun covered his nose in disgust and said in a muffled voice, "After leaving, I must go into seclusion to cleanse my soul."
The rhetorical device of being able to imagine the smell of something upon seeing it is called synesthesia.
But this unfamiliar scene makes one feel a sense of smell, and even one's soul becomes unclean... This is not a rhetorical device!
Rather, it is the decay of rules caused by the apocalypse that brings the most direct impact to people!
Jin Ge grinned, and even this ancient golden essence couldn't stand it, saying, "It feels like the latrine of the ancient world has been overturned."
Among the subordinate branches of the Academy of Arts, there is the art of spiritual plants, and they do not consider the cycle of grains to be something unclean.
But given that this sorcerer was speaking in such a way, one can only imagine how he felt.
Qingkong's words did have some imagination: "It feels like the filth expelled from the split spirit impacting the fusion... is nothing more than this, right?"
In the general understanding of cultivators, the things in the toilet are far less important than the old grime and dirt expelled from the body after successfully advancing to a higher level.
“It’s not like that,” Han Li couldn’t help but say, “Dividing the mind to break through the fusion body doesn’t get dirty at all!”
"You even know this?" The Great Protector looked at him in surprise. "Is there any source for this statement?"
Han Li wrinkled her nose in disgust. "Do you think this is a good place to chat?"
“A little…” Qu Jianlei hesitated before speaking, “Why do I sense a slight sadness?”
His dedication to conducting research while enduring the corrosive, deathly aura that assaults the very soul is truly unparalleled.
"I can tolerate you eating in the toilet..." Han Li's lips twitched slightly, and she asked bluntly, "What does the Great Lord think?"
"I absolutely will not eat it!" the spider declared decisively.
“That’s a smelly question,” the woman’s voice said. “I’d rather not ask. Little Qu, remember to take a shower later!”
“My Lord, do not touch this,” said the Dog-Riding True Venerable in a very calm manner, having been here more than once.
"More than one king has said that this place is very unfriendly to them."
“Actually, it shouldn’t be a bad thing for the Great Khan,” Qu Jianlei said calmly, “It can broaden his horizons.”
If you don't know death, how can you talk about life? He believes that facing this situation head-on is the path that all great beings must take, so... it doesn't matter whether it's dirty or not.
He even believed that this might be an opportunity for Zhenjun.
Everyone fell silent. After a long while, the woman's voice sighed softly, "I'm still young, it's too early to think about this..."
So this person understands what Qu Zhenzun is thinking, but... he just can't stand it.
Jin Ge glanced at Qu Jianlei and asked, "But even the other Great Lords of Lianxing are avoiding it like the plague. What's the explanation for that?"
Xiaoyou couldn't take it anymore. "Do you all really have to discuss this here?"
Unbeknownst to everyone, the two True Venerables of the Ruthless Path exchanged a silent glance.