NOVEL WEB Chapter 899: Return to Black Demon Valley
Chen Yu operates the "Six Elements Returning to Heaven Technique," with True Yuan circulating through his body, absorbing the Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi, eventually converging in the True Yuan Sea.
The vast and immense True Yuan Sea is pure white, with towering waves.
The Returning to Heaven True Yuan transforms into layer upon layer of sea waves, impacting its surroundings, further expanding the True Yuan Sea.
Expanding the True Yuan Sea naturally makes the foundation stronger and easier.
Next is the factor of Spiritual Body aptitude, requiring continuous absorption of Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi to merge into True Yuan.
If the speed of absorbing Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi is too slow, the efficiency of expanding the True Yuan Sea will greatly diminish.
With Chen Yu's current Spiritual Body aptitude, there's no worry about that.
Everything proceeds smoothly, in an orderly manner.
A month later, Chen Yu's True Yuan Sea has expanded significantly.
But this is not the limit.
The "Six Elements Returning to Heaven Technique" is far more profound than the "Heavenly Demon Secret Pattern Record," and if Chen Yu were still practicing the latter, he would have successfully reached the Peak of Late Stage Sky Sea Realm by now.
But the requirements of the "Six Elements Returning to Heaven Technique" are higher; the foundational chapter lays a solid groundwork for Chen Yu, paving the way for the "Star Condensation Path!"
Time passes.
The originally misty cave abode now appears very fresh.
The Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi, rich to a certain extent, transformed into white luminous mist, has been mostly absorbed by Chen Yu.
Now, one can only see his whole body radiating white brilliance, forming a large faintly white vortex, drawing in the Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi from all directions.
At a certain moment.
A void of red flames rises from Chen Yu's whole body.
Immediately, his body radiates a blood-red light, becoming translucent like crystal, dazzlingly bright.
With Blood Spirit Body active, Chen Yu's speed of absorbing the Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi sharply increases, including his cultivation speed, which sees some improvement.
Moments later, the Qi in the cave abode is entirely absorbed by Chen Yu.
The abnormal phenomena of the Blood Spirit Body also dissipate.
"Success."
Chen Yu feels delighted inside.
The True Yuan Sea expands to its limit; his cultivation reaches the Peak of Late Stage Sky Sea Realm.
At the same time, the quality of True Yuan undergoes a transformation in the final stage.
"Indeed, the 'Six Elements Returning to Heaven Technique,' among the same level, whether in quantity or quality of True Yuan, is likely top-notch."
Chen Yu senses the True Yuan Sea within him.
The breakthrough brings more strength improvement than he anticipated.
After a few days of consolidation, he completes his secluded cultivation.
"I've reached the Peak of Late Stage Sky Sea Realm. Next is refining Half-step True Essence and advancing towards the Condensed Star Realm!"
Chen Yu envisions his upcoming goal.
Actually, the Late Sky Sea Realm allows for attempts to reach the Condensed Star Realm, but the success rate is very low, thus creating a transitional phase—the Half-step Condensed Star Realm.
First refine Half-step True Essence, then attempt the Condensed Star Realm, which greatly increases the chances.
So, this Half-step Condensed Star Realm stage can actually be seen as a preparatory phase for advancing to the Condensed Star Realm.
"Time to leave here."
With cultivation broken through, Chen Yu prepares to depart.
At this moment, he recalls the words of Yin Changshan from days ago, pondering briefly.
"Seems advantageous to visit the Yin Clan and clarify some matters," he murmurs.
According to Yin Changshan, his half of the Jade Pendant serves as an amulet.
Given the Yin Clan's directive, they certainly won't do anything to Chen Yu.
However, for now, it's best to return to the Southern Domain.
This realm-wide war is intensifying; the battle situation is unpredictable, and danger is uncertain.
Each day, news spreads from the Great Yu Alliance battlefields, such as the fall of a Half-step King, victorioous battles, or Blood Race infiltrators grievously harming a certain family secretly...
Chen Yu arrives at the Treasure Hall, glances at the stele, preparing to select what he needs.
"Junior Brother."
A voice calls from behind, loud and charming, making Chen Yu feel somewhat familiar.
"What? Not recognizing your Senior Sister after all these years?"
In the next moment, a stunning red figure appears to Chen Yu's right; it is Tu Zhixiang.
"Senior Sister, why are you here?"
Chen Yu looks at the woman before him with a hint of pleasant surprise.
Back when he joined under the Silent Blood Valley Master, it was Tu Zhixiang who led the way.
Not seen for nearly ten years, Tu Zhixiang's beauty hasn't faded; she's even more captivating. At this moment, she wears a set of red armor, adding a touch of valiant style.
"As a member of the Blood Slaying Organization, do I not have the right to be here?"
Tu Zhixiang's personality hasn't changed; she replies boastfully.
Nonetheless, she answers Chen Yu's question: "While the team was patrolling nearby, I happened to hear about your presence in the Great Yu Alliance, so I came to check it out!"
"Coming here was a surprise, Junior Brother; you really amazed your Senior Sister at the Great Yu Alliance."
Tu Zhixiang looks delighted, patting Chen Yu's shoulder. "Well done, Little Junior Brother, third on the contribution list."
Upon entering the Great Yu Alliance, the Battle Hall is a must-see, and Tu Zhixiang notices Chen Yu's name on the contribution list.
Initially, Tu Zhixiang couldn't believe this "Chen Yu" was her junior brother.
After all, ever since Chen Yu left last time, he hadn't shown up again.
Chatting briefly, Chen Yu continues with his business.
"I want this 'Earth Dragon Battleship'!"
Chen Yu had long planned to change a flying artifact, and now, with sufficient contribution points, he goes ahead.
"Total contribution is 400,000!"
The Treasure Hall's representative quotes the price.
400,000 contribution points are quite astonishing; most Peak of Late Stage Sky Sea Realm practitioners might not have accumulated that much.
But the Earth Dragon Battleship performs exceptionally well, with speeds approaching the Half-step Condensed Star Realm, also equipped with attack capabilities, capable of carrying thirty to forty people.
In terms of appearance, the flying artifact Chen Yu bought from the Clown is completely incomparable.
"No wonder you are third on the contribution list, you just made a move with 400,000 contribution points, and you bought a flying artifact,"
Tu Zhixiang teased.
Ordinary people, even if they have that many contribution points, would definitely prioritize improving their cultivation or strength.
"I still have some contribution points left, Senior Sister, do you want to exchange for anything?"
Chen Yu took out the "battle token" and waved it.
This token allows a ten percent discount at the Treasure Hall, saving quite a few contribution points.
Instantly, Tu Zhixiang's expression changed, revealing a smile. "Alright, then I'll not be polite, Senior Sister."
Before long, the two left the Treasure Hall.
Considering the Flying Star Pill obtained earlier at half price, and the various cultivation treasures exchanged, Chen Yu didn't have many contribution points left.
Tu Zhixiang selected two rare materials, and her contribution points were almost depleted.
But Chen Yu, after all, is someone who managed to get over a million contribution points all at once. In his subconscious, earning contribution points didn't seem too difficult.
"I'll go back with you. Since joining the Blood Slaying Organization, I haven't returned to Black Demon Valley for a long time."
Tu Zhixiang decided to travel with Chen Yu.
The Blood Slaying Organization, was established to target the Blood Race, and their research on the Blood Race is much deeper than the average person.
This organization hasn't been established long and is busy with affairs, so Tu Zhixiang hasn't returned to Black Demon Valley for a long time.
"Alright, let's set off immediately."
Within the Great Yu Alliance, there are four Ancient Transmission Arrays that can teleport to the four major domains, saving a lot of travel.
However, ordinary people don't qualify to use them; only Condensed Star Kings have this privilege.
But Chen Yu has learned that, with the "battle token" he has this privilege.
In the heavily guarded forbidden land for teleportation, Chen Yu held the "battle token," leading Tu Zhixiang to pass through without obstruction.
"Junior Brother, what have you been up to all these years? The Great Yu Alliance actually gave you a battle token."
Tu Zhixiang felt the benefits of the battle token, expressing envy.
"I've done some earth-shattering things."
Chen Yu said, feeling good about himself.
At this moment, the two stood on the ancient transmission array.
"Activate the transmission."
The next moment, the light from the ancient array engulfed the figures of the two.
...
The journey to Black Demon Valley required using the transmission arrays to save some distance, while for some parts, they needed to fly.
Along the way, Chen Yu and Tu Zhixiang conversed a lot.
It was mostly about the things that happened in Black Demon Valley and the Southern Domain while Chen Yu was away these years.
"Junior Brother, this time when you return, will you compete for the position of Young Valley Master?"
Tu Zhixiang asked.
The Young Valley Master, in essence, is the successor to the position of Silent Blood Valley Master.
Currently, the third senior brother, Feng Wuxue, holds the title of Young Valley Master.
But the position is not fixed; with Chen Yu's current achievements, he has already surpassed Feng Wuxue, lacking at most only in the level of cultivation.
If Chen Yu wanted to compete, he only needed to challenge Feng Wuxue and defeat him to become the new Young Valley Master.
"With Third Senior Brother sitting in that position, I won't join in the commotion."
Chen Yu smiled and didn't care about it.
"That's good too."
Tu Zhixiang's eyes curved into crescents.
But her eyelids didn't lift, seeming very heavy, continuously drooping.
The next moment, Tu Zhixiang's body tilted, about to fall.
Swoosh!
Chen Yu immediately moved over, reaching out to catch Tu Zhixiang and crouching slightly.
"What's wrong? Senior Sister?"
Chen Yu's gaze tightened, filled with uncertainty and surprise.
With a sweep of his spiritual sense, he found that Senior Sister wasn't joking; she genuinely couldn't hold on and had fainted.
What happened?
Previously, Chen Yu didn't notice anything unusual about Tu Zhixiang, how could she suddenly faint?
Upon closer inspection, Chen Yu's mysterious heart seemed to sense... the aura of the Blood Race on Tu Zhixiang.
The aura was very faint, almost like an illusion.
"It's only half a day's journey to Black Demon Valley."
Chen Yu settled Tu Zhixiang down and set the Earth Dragon Battleship to move forward at full speed.
Chen Yu couldn't determine Tu Zhixiang's condition, but once back at Black Demon Valley, the Silent Blood Valley Master would undoubtedly have a solution.
Canglin Abyss.
From afar, Chen Yu saw a large pit resembling a giant footprint, which was Black Demon Valley.
However, Chen Yu noticed that the entire Black Demon Valley seemed to have activated its defensive array.
"Who is it?"
Upon reaching the mountain gate, two patrol teams intercepted them.
"Move aside."
Chen Yu took out the identity token.
"So it's Brother Chen."
Everyone stepped aside, leaving a path.
Entering Black Demon Valley with Tu Zhixiang, Chen Yu sensed something was off. It seemed as if preparations for war were underway.
At some point, a large group appeared up front.
The leader was burly, with thick eyebrows and cold eyes, dressed in black armor, exuding a formidable and imposing aura, it was the Little Demon King, Shen Ji.
"Chen Yu, you have returned at just the right time!"
Shen Ji kept a certain distance from Chen Yu, his eyes coldly appraising him.