Chapter 577: Chapter 19: Secret Xin (Part 1)

What a joke! Just when my body was about to break through, you want to stop? Didn’t see this coming!

“Huh?”

Unexpectedly, the three companions didn’t comply. Instead, their opponent directly spoke, leaving Zhu Yan completely dumbfounded.

Shouldn’t he be overwhelmed by our siege, feeling terrible? Why is he actively asking to be attacked?

This doesn’t make sense!

“Everyone, continue! I’m on the verge of collapse; a few more hits and I’ll be dead…”

Zhang Xuan hurriedly stepped forward, seeming as if his defense had vanished, just waiting for everyone’s attack.

“…”

The Qing Ming Clan Leader and others exchanged glances, speechless.

Under normal circumstances, who, when unable to bear it, would actively seek death… shouldn’t they try to escape?

“If you want to continue, then continue; we’ll just stop here…”

Withdrawing his hands, the Qing Ming Clan Leader stepped back.

Bai Zhan and Xuan Shi also withdrew their fists.

“I…”

Zhu Yan’s face changed as he quickly retreated in fright.

Although the confrontation hadn’t lasted long, he had already realized the true strength of this young man in front of him. Even with the four of them together, they couldn’t resist; she might not survive a few moves alone.

“Continue…”

Zhang Xuan was somewhat anxious.

Just one last push…

“The previous incidents were all misunderstandings. We actually got to know each other through a fight. Please come this way!”

The Qing Ming Clan Leader showed no awkwardness from the earlier battle, instead gesturing with a grand sweep of his hand.

“Alright!”

Seeing the other’s attitude and knowing a fight wouldn’t happen, Zhang Xuan no longer insisted and nodded in agreement.

Although in the previous battle, it seemed like he had the upper hand, the truth was that the Four Ancient Families hadn’t given their all, as their separate fighting strength was only equivalent to four Buddhas, not the very peak.

If they united, forming a complete Power Heavenly Destiny along with the Four Symbols World Suppression Seal, even Emperor Fusheng could be challenged, let alone him!

The reason they didn’t unite likely stemmed from some concerns, as the conflict with him wasn’t enough to warrant that.

Following the four clan leaders, they soon arrived at the top of a mountain in a large palace, where host and guests sat down. The Qing Ming Clan Leader couldn’t help but look over.

“Our Four Great Clans keep to ourselves without engaging the outside world. May I ask why Mr. Zhang Xuan has come here?”

The other three clan leaders also looked over, filled with curiosity.

Wasn’t this deadly star creating turmoil with the Tianli Empire? Why make time to come here? The Four Great Clans don’t seem to have offended him, right?

“I’ve come to seek entry into the Chaos Origin Domain in search of opportunities. I hope the four clan leaders will grant permission.”

Zhang Xuan cupped his fists.

“Chaos Origin Domain?”

The four clan leaders exchanged glances, all slightly surprised: “Why does everyone want to come here lately?”

“Oh? Is there someone else besides me who wants to go in?” Zhang Xuan was curious.

“To be honest, a few days ago, Prince Yuanqing from the Tianli Empire led by Emperor Fusheng’s decree, along with a person named Kong Shiming, entered. Three days ago, the Buddha and the Demon Lord also entered one after another…”

The Qing Ming Clan Leader replied.

“This…” Zhang Xuan frowned.

Could it be that Prince Yuanqing, the Buddha, and the Demon Lord also learned about the Myriad Lives Chaos Mirror, seeking to change their destiny?

If not, why suddenly enter the Chaos Origin Domain?

“If Mr. Zhang Xuan wishes to enter, we won’t stop you, but… a word of warning: within, destinies are chaotic and dangers abound. Even with your strength, there’s no guarantee of coming out unscathed. Are you sure you still want to go in?”

The Qing Ming Clan Leader glanced over.

“Full of dangers? I wonder… where do these dangers come from?” Zhang Xuan was curious.

His strength, even if not matching Emperor Fusheng, definitely ranked among the top in the Source World. Earlier, neither the Primordial Beast encountered in the Nine God Monarchs nor general rules caused him any harm; he truly couldn’t grasp what could pose a threat to someone with his power in this so-called God Monarchs domain.

“Does Mr. Zhang Xuan know where the Chaos Origin Domain comes from? And why there would be chaotic destinies?”

The Qing Ming Clan Leader did not directly answer his question but looked over curiously.

“I don’t know!” Zhang Xuan shook his head.

Although he had read many books at the Wanxiang Sect, such level of secrets was typically only orally passed down among the Four Great Clans, not publicly known.

“Let me tell you then!”

The Qing Ming Clan Leader shook his head and said, “The Chaos Origin Domain is not only the number one Heavenly Destiny Domain in the world, but also… an otherworldly battlefield and a grave for ancient powerhouses.”

“A grave? Ancient powerhouses?”

Zhang Xuan was surprised.

“Indeed!”

The Qing Ming Clan Leader nodded: “Legend has it that during ancient times, destinies were unconfined, and there were not just eight First Level Destinies! Later, for some unknown reason, a great war erupted, killing many First and Second Level Destiny Controllers here. As the number of deaths increased, this special space formed!”

“Here, as long as you touch their rules, those dead First Level Destiny Controllers will resurrect to fight with you, even to the point of killing! Therefore… the terrifying aspect inside isn’t the Primordial Beast or the rules, but those deceased powerhouses!”

Zhang Xuan was shocked.

First Level Destiny Controllers possessed power exceeding even the Four Clan Leaders together, equating to cultivation surpassing that of the Buddha. If revived, they indeed were not opponents he could currently contend with.

However… with great danger comes great opportunity. Though such powerhouses are hard to deal with, should luck be on one’s side, even sparing guidance or acquiring any artifact would be immensely beneficial.

“Did Prince Yuanqing, the Buddha, or the Demon Lord mention their goals upon entering?”

After a moment’s contemplation, Zhang Xuan asked.

“They didn’t specify, but most likely, it’s related to the Myriad Lives Chaos Mirror! It’s a unique celestial treasure born of the Chaos Origin Domain’s countless nurtured powers, ranked first among Second Level Heavenly Destiny Treasures, said to possess the chance to alter destiny! Prince Yuanqing, whose heart has been taken, has a fate set in stone even if he breaks through to the Bodhisattva Realm. Without a change of destiny, he’ll never claim the throne in this lifetime!”

The Qing Ming Clan Leader explained.

He had met Prince Yuanqing face-to-face only once but, understanding the situation, he could infer a lot.

Being a prince, if one lacks the ability to breakthrough to the Bodhisattva Realm, the position of Crown Prince naturally shifts, something even Emperor Fusheng cannot alter.

For Yuanqing, not securing the position of Crown Prince means his siblings would likely peel him alive without Zhang Xuan’s intervention.

Thus, entering the Chaos Origin Domain to seek the Myriad Lives Chaos Mirror is a desperate, last-ditch effort, with no alternative path.

“As for the Buddha and the Demon Lord, both are distinguished among the Second Level Destinies, with chances to break through to the First Level. Sadly… they were simply born in the wrong era! Entering might be their attempt at finding a breakthrough opportunity.”

The Qing Ming Clan Leader continued.

“They have the chance to break through to the First Level?”

Full of surprise, Zhang Xuan was somewhat incredulous.