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Chapter 274: Enlightenment
The higher-ups of the Nine Continents World are all aware that there exists a peculiar space at the Summit of the Five Mountains, which serves as the dwelling place of the War Clan. However, very few have actually been to this place, and as a result, what the War Clan's dwelling truly looks like remains an enigma.
Endless mountains rise like waves on the sea, layer upon layer, swaying together like wheat in a rice field stirred by the wind. As far as the eye can see, the landscape is dominated by earthy yellow mountains, with flat grasslands being a rare sight—if not completely absent. This is a world belonging to great mountains.
Amidst these continuous mountain ranges, numerous caves have been carved out. The people of the War Clan seldom reside in houses; their homes are caves. This practice has been passed down from their ancestors, as even in ancient times, the War Clan lived in caves. Because of this, the War Clan has a deep affinity with the earth, and many strong members of the War Clan comprehend the Law of Earth.
To the west of the continent stands a towering peak known as Duan Mountain. While Duan Mountain is not particularly prominent among these endless mountain ranges—its height of a thousand zhang is quite ordinary—it holds a status akin to a forbidden zone within the War Clan. This is solely because of the extraordinary individuals who reside atop Duan Mountain.
The people of the War Clan are robust, with nearly everyone being an exceptional warrior. After diligent training, when their cultivation reaches a certain level, they can be granted the title of War General. Within the War Clan, a War General holds a status comparable to that of nobility among mortals; it is not just an honorary title but also a symbol of privilege.
Above the War Generals exists an even more esteemed group known as the War Gods. Even within the vast War Clan, War Gods are exceedingly rare; they are revered like deities and enjoy the faith and service of countless members of the clan. They also represent the pinnacle of combat strength for the War Clan, and one such War God resides atop Duan Mountain.
Within a cave on Duan Mountain—though it can hardly be called a cave anymore, as it far exceeds typical caves—it would be more appropriate to refer to it as an underground palace. It is even more luxurious than an ordinary Yellow Court Palace. Pearls as large as fists, which outsiders would regard as treasures, serve merely as decorations here; crystals and agates are found everywhere.
Even more enticing is that beneath this palace lies a natural Spiritual Vein. Because of this, the concentration of spiritual energy within this palace far surpasses that of the outside world; cultivating here is nearly equivalent to four or five times longer outside—truly a luxurious paradise.
In one side hall of this palace, a young man sits quietly on a stone bed. Although he possesses a strong physique, he appears noticeably weaker compared to other members of the War Clan. At this moment, he seems to be in a state of confusion, staring blankly at the wall opposite him, with an indescribable light flickering in his jet black eyes.
"Is it real or not…"
This young man is none other than Sun Zhe, who emerged from the Nine Reincarnation Tower. Upon waking up, he found himself already in this palace. He understands well that he has likely passed through the fifth transition of the Nine Reincarnation Tower and was brought here by members of the War Clan.
However, what concerns him most at this moment is not whether he has passed through the Nine Reincarnation Tower or his current situation but whether everything he comprehended within it is real. The Nine Reincarnation Tower operates on three transitions per reincarnation; his mind feels muddled, and even everything before him seems unreal.
"What's wrong? Still confused?"
A faint voice echoed in his ears. Sun Zhe's body jolted slightly as he immediately turned around to find that a towering figure had appeared in the room without him noticing.
The figure stands about eight feet tall, even more imposing than typical members of the War Clan. Muscles ripple across his body like coiling pythons; every inch of his skin radiates a bronze glow. Even when he tries to restrain it, an intimidating aura emanates from him.
His big eyes resemble bronze bells and fixate intently on Sun Zhe; their depths are unfathomable like an ocean. Even while simply standing there, he exudes an overwhelming presence—perhaps he himself is a deity or even an unparalleled demon!
“Lord Chi You, you…”
Sun Zhe looked at the figure before him in disbelief. It was none other than the unparalleled demon god Chiyou, who had broken free from the Evil Demon Sea. Sun Zhe never expected that Chiyou would also be in this War Clan. Remembering how Chiyou had gifted him the Eight-Armed Barbaric Dragon Beast Soul, Sun Zhe suddenly realized that Chiyou was likely a member of this Ancient War Clan, and his status within the War Clan was probably quite high.
“What lord or whatever, I don't like that kind of talk. You can consider me your savior, and besides, given your age, just call me Chiyou big brother…”
Chiyou didn't mind. Back then, Sun Zhe was just an unknown figure, so he hadn't paid much attention. He only wanted to repay Sun Zhe for saving his life, but now that he valued Sun Zhe, his attitude was clearly much more serious than before.
“Is what I saw in the Nine Reincarnation Tower really true?”
Upon hearing Chiyou's words, Sun Zhe did not show any ecstatic expression; instead, the confusion in his eyes deepened. Chiyou's statement undoubtedly confirmed his identity. He slowly sat down again, feeling utterly powerless.
Seeing Sun Zhe's demeanor, Chiyou couldn't help but furrow his brow slightly. After a moment, he finally spoke slowly,
“The Nine Reincarnation Tower is a treasure bestowed upon us by the Pangu Ancestor Deity. Its mysteries are something even I cannot fully comprehend. However, it does indeed have functions to change Reincarnation and manifest the past. What you saw may have some falsehoods, but certain things are indeed real.”
“Back then, you were chosen by that old guy from Daoism, who granted you a trace of Pangu's essence for protection during your reincarnation. Your rebirth has certainly been fraught with calamities; if it weren't for that trace of Pangu essence protecting you, you might have perished long ago. There were hundreds reincarnated back then, but now only a few can successfully navigate their fate. The fact that you've come this far is already quite remarkable.”
“But who am I? Am I the powerful individual from the Blade Domain, Sun Jian, or am I just Sun Zhe, or merely a puppet controlled by someone else? What am I?” Sun Zhe suddenly shouted.
“Does it matter?” Upon hearing Sun Zhe's words, Chiyou instead laughed and took two steps forward to stand directly in front of Sun Zhe, his black eyes fixed intently on him as he spoke deliberately,
“A person lives for themselves, not to exist in someone else's world. Whether you are a puppet or not is also up to you to decide. That old guy from Daoism risked his life to divide half of his own Pangu essence to give you protection because he hoped you could be born through fate and carve out a path comparable to that of the Pangu Ancestor, contributing to the prosperity of our human race rather than wallowing in self-pity. Do you understand?”
Chiyou's words struck like a hammer against the depths of Sun Zhe's heart. A great wave surged within him, and his face turned pale instantly. All along, he had only viewed things from his own perspective; he only saw himself but failed to recognize the countless fellow humans and those peak powerhouses who made great sacrifices.
As soon as he finished speaking, Chiyou turned his right hand, and a blue orb suddenly appeared in his palm. It was precisely what Bai Qi had entrusted to Sun Zhe for the War Clan Leader. After taking out this blue orb, without saying a word, Chiyou curled his fingers and crushed the blue treasure.
“This…” Sun Zhe immediately reached out to stop him, but no matter how fast he moved, it was too late for him to intervene; he could only watch helplessly as the blue orb exploded in Chiyou's hand.
Boom!
A loud explosion echoed within the room, and after the explosion, a line of blood-red characters appeared in midair.
"With the resurgence of the Demon Clan and the imminent danger to humanity, Bai Qi is willing to sacrifice his own life in exchange for the strong warriors of the War Clan to come forth and save us! A thousand deaths would be worth it!!!"
The powerful words reflect the determination of an unparalleled warrior and express the resolve of a human powerhouse. The blood-red characters exude a strong sense of bloodshed, not drawn with ink but forged with his own warm blood. While everyone knows the name Bai Qi and Killing God, who truly understands what Bai Qi has done for humanity?
"This Bai Qi has yet to reach the Divine Realm. Although he has a great reputation in the Nine Continents World, to me, he is no more than an ant. However, based solely on this blood letter, I dare to assert that within ten years, this person will surely step into the Divine Realm!" Chiyou spoke with a fierce gaze, each word heavy with certainty.
"How one achieves greatness depends on their vision. For oneself is merely a path; one can never attain true greatness. Why could Pangu Ancestor Deity become the Earth Sovereign? It is because he possessed the supreme virtue of opening up the earth... Whether you are Sun Zhe, Sun Jian, or anyone else, first and foremost, you are part of humanity. Identity is unimportant; names are merely codes. What matters is how you view yourself and what choices you make. Do you understand?"
Fixated on Sun Zhe, every word from Chiyou felt as heavy as a thousand pounds, deeply resonating in Sun Zhe's heart.
"Chiyou Brother, Sun Zhe understands!"
After a long while, a cool voice slowly emerged. Though spoken slowly, it contained an unbreakable resolve.
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