Chapter 211: Failed Possession
"The Celestial Emperor may not know that everything in the Outer Rim of the Divine Ruins comes from within the Relic. According to ancestral records, the Relic is filled with shattered Void, and Void Turbulence rages freely, causing treasures within the Relic to be brought out, which then forms the Outer Rim of the Divine Ruins.
The Divine Relic only opens once every thousand years because it takes a thousand years for the Void Turbulence to cease, allowing us to enter."
"I see," Yang Chen nodded, indicating his understanding.
"Then where do the things inside the Relic come from?" Yang Chen asked.
"The Relic is truly a divine artifact left behind, surpassing even the Order Heavenly Emperor," Yi Tianzheng replied.
"Surpassing the Order Heavenly Emperor? Then there shouldn't be so many treasures inside the Relic," Yang Chen questioned.
"The Divine Relic possesses a mysterious power that can attract everything from the Void Sky. Celestial Emperor, think about it; what kind of extraordinary existence could survive in the Void Turbulence?" Yi Tianzheng said.
"That is true, but how did those Inferior Divine Artifacts and Celestial Artifacts come about?" Yang Chen inquired.
"A thousand years is enough time for a group of materials to transform into weapons. Moreover, they are nurtured under extraordinary treasures; even if they are inferior, one could only say they have fully developed," Yi Tianzheng explained.
After traveling several thousand meters further, Yi Tianzheng said, "Celestial Emperor, we have arrived."
Yang Chen nodded and then looked around, seeing golden symbols everywhere, reminiscent of those on the Heavenly Compass.
"National Master, is the Heavenly Mechanism Inkstone here?" Yang Chen asked.
"Return, Celestial Emperor. If I am not mistaken, a hundred years ago, my incompetent disciple should have found the Celestial Inkstone, but was unable to obtain it and instead became trapped," Yi Tianzheng analyzed.
"National Master, what should I do?" Yang Chen inquired.
"In order to break this fate pattern, it must be done with the power of the fate pattern itself! Therefore, I ask the Celestial Emperor to lend me the fate pattern for a moment," Yi Tianzheng said solemnly.
Yang Chen smiled slightly, sitting cross-legged, and said, "National Master, go ahead and do as you wish."
"Thank you, Celestial Emperor! In a moment, the Celestial Emperor will lose perception, but it will only be for a brief moment," Yi Tianzheng expressed his gratitude and then placed his right hand above Yang Chen's head, shouting, "Borrowing Fate to Transform Fate!"
A purple-golden pattern emerged from the top of Yang Chen's head, exuding an extraordinary nobility. At the same time, when this purple-golden pattern appeared, the surrounding golden fate patterns trembled violently.
"Borrowing Fate to Transform Fate? Master, is that you?" a voice came from within the golden fate pattern.
"Tian'er, it is indeed your master. Please wait a moment; I will rescue you shortly," Yi Tianzheng replied.
"Master, I have been struggling against the Celestial Inkstone for a hundred years. My physical body has long since withered away; now only my soul power remains to resist the pull of the Celestial Inkstone. Master, I do not wish to reincarnate; please allow me to seize the body of that person outside!" A pleading voice came from within the golden fate pattern.
"No! How could someone capable of using the power of fate to break the Celestial Inkstone be something you can touch? And how did I warn you when I accepted you as my disciple?" Yi Tianzheng reprimanded angrily.
"You must not seize another's body with your soul power, even if it means your demise," Yang Tianxin said bitterly.
"Tian'er, I will think of every possible way for you," Yi Tianzheng said helplessly.
Although Lingxiao City has the Soul Summoning Tower, Yang Tianxin is not from the Shadow Killing Immortal Kingdom. Moreover, Yang Chen is already in a deep sleep. Additionally, even if Yang Chen were to bring Yang Tianxin into the Shadow Killing Immortal Kingdom now, it would only ensure his soul remains intact and assist him in reincarnation; it would not bring him back to life. This is because he died first before entering Shadow Killing, just like Li Feng.
“Master, everything is up to you.” Yang Tianxin said.
“Hmm. Destiny, imperial decree, emperor's command, break!” Purple Gold Fate Mark suddenly shone brightly, merging into the surrounding Golden Fate Pattern. After that, wherever Purple Gold Fate Mark went, the Golden Fate Pattern melted and integrated into Purple Gold Fate Mark.
Ten minutes later, all the golden fate marks around disappeared, leaving only a black inkstone-like object floating in the Sky. Upon closer inspection, within the black inkstone, nine golden compasses, the size of copper coins, were arranged in the position of the Big Dipper. This object was none other than the Heavenly Mechanism Inkstone!
“Swish!” A golden light swiftly shot out from the Heavenly Mechanism Inkstone, piercing into Yang Chen's body.
“Bastard, stop!” Yi Tianzheng roared, then immediately threw the enlarged Purple Gold Fate Mark into Yang Chen's body to restore his consciousness, simultaneously shouting: “Heavenly transformation, fate transformation, human transformation, Three Talents manifest symbol, seal!”
With Yi Tianzheng's roar, the Purple Gold Fate Mark on Yang Chen shone brightly while firmly restraining Yang Tianxin within Yang Chen's body.
“Master, spare your disciple, I won't dare again, really won't dare.” The voice of Yang Tianxin pleading for mercy echoed from within Yang Chen.
Upon hearing this, Yi Tianzheng knelt down suddenly and respectfully said: “Celestial Emperor, I request that you spare my incompetent disciple!”
Yang Chen organized his thoughts and understood everything from Yang Tianxin's memories. It turned out that Yang Tianxin harbored ill intentions towards him and attempted to seize his body to escape reincarnation! At the moment of seizing, their memories exchanged without any reservation.
“National Master, please rise; this matter is not your fault.” Yang Chen said calmly as if considering something.
“No, it is my failure as a teacher! The mistakes made by Tian'er are all due to my guidance. Please punish me instead of my incompetent disciple for the sake of my face.” Yi Tianzheng pleaded.
“You old fool, for hundreds of years you have disregarded me; now you come pretending to care—what is this? Let me tell you, from today onwards, we sever ties! There will be no more master-disciple relationship! Yang Chen, right? Come on, all of this is my doing; which old man still has the right to take the blame for me! Kill or torture me as you wish!” Yang Tianxin said regretfully, filled with hatred for his past actions.
“Tian'er.” Yi Tianzheng called softly.
"Yang Tianxin, you don't have to die." Yang Chen said after a moment of consideration.
"Oh? Are you planning to let me go?" Yang Tianxin asked.
"Tian'er, be respectful." Yi Tianzheng softly reprimanded, as if seeing a glimmer of hope.
"Old bastard, shut up! This is none of your business!" Yang Tianxin retorted angrily, fearing that this matter would bring trouble to Yi Tianzheng.
"Do you know what the consequences of soul possession are?" Yang Chen inquired.
"Your soul will scatter." Yang Tianxin replied without hesitation.
"Then I shall let you taste this experience, how about that?" Yang Chen said calmly.
"It doesn't matter; if I did something wrong, I must atone for it. Come on." Yang Tianxin said defiantly.
"Tian'er, please beg the Celestial Emperor, please beg the Celestial Emperor." Yi Tianzheng said with tears streaming down his face.
"No need, come on." Yang Tianxin insisted firmly.
"For every cause, there is an effect. I will leave you a strand of your Soul for reincarnation. In your next life, I will have the National Master find you again to assist you in your cultivation." Yang Chen stated.
"Really?" Yang Tianxin said with a hint of gratitude. Although he would have no memories of his past life after soul possession and reincarnation, at least he could continue to live in this world. However, can this Yang Chen really rely on the power of fate to ensure that my Soul does not perish?
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