Chapter 467 - Celestial Sourcecore!

Upon hearing Dean Yu's words, both the figures in white robes and the newly awakened fell into despair.

"To seize the lives of beings from countless worlds, pooling them into the essence of the Three Immortals... such an act of venom incites the wrath of gods and men alike!"

Questions arose, lamenting the silence of the heavens in the face of such calamity. "Why have the heavens not unleashed its wrath to eradicate the malevolence and rescue the common folk?"

At that moment, many collapsed back to the ground in resignation. Their gazes wandered among the crowd, ultimately resting on Yun Xiao and Lian Xi, with the majority clinging to a sliver of hope upon seeing Yun Xiao.

These people almost prostrated themselves in gratitude and reverence but restrained the impulse, remembering Yun Xiao's disdain for such gestures.

"Time is needed for the Heavenly Decay to sweep across the myriad worlds, right?" Yun Xiao asked.

"At least a month, or at most a few years," Yu Nichang replied, hinting at a world poisoned in due time.

Yun Xiao nodded, then asked, "What exactly is that?" His question pointed to the conjoined sun and moon above.

Yu Nichang glanced at the blazing orb in the sky, revealing, "Its essence is known as the Celestial Sourcecore."

"The Celestial Sourcecore?"

"Yes. It's the foundational force of the Immortal Dao bestowed by the heavens, pivotal to all cultivation. Every wisp of Immortal and spiritual energy in the world stems from it. Even the journeying of the Primordial Ruins through the myriad worlds utilizes its power. The veins of the earth, the grass, and the trees all thrive by drawing from this celestial source," Yu Nichang explained.

"So, this is the crux of cultivation?" Yun Xiao remarked, taken aback by the revelation of its significance.

"Indeed! Without the Celestial Sourcecore, there would be no world, no life," Yu Nichang sighed.

"So it is," Yun Xiao mused, his expression a shifting play of light and shadow.

Beside Yu Nichang, a figure in grey, known as Shen Cang, addressed Yun Xiao, "In truth, during the era our Martial Emperor ancestors governed, the sun and moon were unified. It was the Three Immortals who separated them, infusing each with the Yin and Yang energies of Heavenly Decay. Over centuries, this transformation turned them into sources of Heavenly Decay, altering their essence completely. Once merged, they would unleash a cataclysm across myriad worlds, ushering in a great disaster for mankind..."

"You knew all this?" Yun Xiao turned towards him, his gaze piercing.

Shen Cang shook his head. "It was only after the sun and moon converged that I came to know. Before that, we were clueless about their purpose in separating them... We knew of the existence of a pestilence, but not that the sun and moon had been so drastically altered."

Had they known sooner, perhaps they wouldn't have been so passive today.

Yun Xiao gathered his thoughts, "So, the Celestial Sourcecore has been restored to its original form, but has become a source of deadly poison. Yet, it remains the only hope for the survival of beings across the myriad worlds..."

Yu Nichang had already said they couldn't separate the sun and moon again.

"Maybe the remaining Sky Source Immortal and Human Zenith Immortal have a way? But even if they're defeated, it might not solve the problem," the Jade Immortal Tower Master said in a flurry of distress.

Everyone looked at the Celestial Sourcecore, feeling suffocated.

"Yun Xiao," Yu Nichang looked at him with eyes full of hope, "The Primordial Pagoda has shattered. From now on, we can only rely on you. You've slain the Mystic Earth Immortal; can you also vanquish the Sky Source Immortal and Human Zenith Immortal?"

Yun Xiao shook his head. "Not now. I am still in the Early Five Decays Realm. The method I used to kill the Mystic Earth Immortal was a chance occurrence."

"How many years will you need?" Yu Nichang asked, biting her lip.

"What years? Just wait a few more days, can you hold out for that long?" Yun Xiao asked.

The crowd was stunned.

"A few days?"

It was at that moment they truly understood Yun Xiao's real level.

He had indeed soared in strength in just a few days, not pretending to be weaker than he was.

"A few days is definitely manageable; we'll just hold out," the Jade Immortal Tower Master declared.

"No need to practice the Ascension Technique anymore!"

Seeing Yun Xiao, a glimmer of hope rekindled in everyone's hearts.

"By the way, how is your relationship with the Nian? After all, you both hail from the Nine Hells," Shen Cang suddenly asked.

"Not great. If I manage to deal with the Sky Source Immortal and Human Zenith Immortal, I'll have to deal with it eventually," Yun Xiao said nonchalantly.

"Alright then."

There was a slight disappointment among the crowd; they had hoped Yun Xiao and the Nian could join forces.

This young man had taken down the Mystic Earth Immortal, and although he claimed it was accidental, hope was still kindled.

"So, we stay here?" Feng Qingcong asked.

Shen Cang and Yu Nichang turned their gazes towards Yun Xiao.

After the battle, a young man suddenly became the cornerstone of the entire human race.

Yun Xiao did not disappoint them. With decisive clarity, he stated, "We cannot stay in the Primordial Ruins. The Human Zenith Immortal is already on his way back. Here, he can draw upon the lifespans of all beings to fuel his combat, making it impossible for us to overcome him."

In other words, as long as the Celestial Sourcecore remained, this place was the stronghold of the three Immortals!

They still had two-thirds of the inhabitants of the Primordial Ruins to drain.

"Then where to?" Yu Nichang asked.

Without hesitation, Yun Xiao replied, "To the Nine Hells."

"The Nine Hells? Is the Sky Source Immortal still there?" Shen Cang inquired.

"Not only is he there, but thousands of Dreamsea Abalones are there as well, vying for control of the Immortal Asylum," Yun Xiao responded coolly.

"With the Nian out of the equation, is it wise for us to enter this battleground now?" Yu Nichang questioned, puzzled.

She implied that choosing any other world might be better.

"Do you wish to follow my lead?" Yun Xiao looked up at them.

Yu Nichang and Shen Cang exchanged glances.

"Alright, we'll follow you. You've slain the Mystic Earth Immortal; you are the hero of the realms," Yu Nichang declared.

Shen Cang nodded in agreement.

"Good," Yun Xiao surveyed the group, "Gather your things. Those among the awakened with the strength at the Yin-Yang Immortal level, follow me to the Nine Hells."

The descendants of the Three Immortals at that level were nearly wiped out.

Around Yun Xiao, the Yin-Yang Immortals, numbering around 200 besides the ones in white robes, were primarily from the ancient families of the Primordial Ruins.

"What about the others?" the Jade Immortal Tower Master asked.

His son was still ranting.

"They stay here; there's nowhere else for them to go anyway," Yun Xiao stated.

"Alright."

This was the domain of the Sky Source Immortal and Human Zenith Immortal. So, it was to be avoided as a battlefield.

So, by taking these people with him, Yun Xiao was actually heading to a new battlefield!

Their departure would make the Primordial Ruins safer.

"Ladies and gentlemen, we depart for the Nine Hells immediately," Yu Nichang announced after a headcount, starting the preparations.

Only at this moment did Yun Xiao return to Lian Xi's side.

He looked down at the ethereal and captivating girl before him, who had nearly recovered, her skin regaining its luminous, snow-like delicacy. Yet, there seemed to be a new depth of melancholy in her eyes.

"Thank you for saving me," she said, her eyes slowly reddening with emotion.

"There's no need for thanks."

Yun Xiao conjured his Sword Soul into a six-foot Sovereign Sword, then, supporting her slender waist, lifted her onto the sword. As a gentle breeze caressed them, he whispered, "Are you feeling alright?"

"I am now," Lian Xi replied.

"In my arms, you can cry if you wish. It's okay," Yun Xiao said with a smile.

"I won't cry," Lian Xi bit her lip, firmly stating, "I failed and let everyone down this time. I can't afford to fall again. I want to become stronger and then be able to assist you."

"So resilient?" Yun Xiao pinched her earlobe, remarking, "That's really good."

"Mhm!" Lian Xi nodded vigorously, then fell silent.

Yun Xiao glanced at her profile, his gaze filled with complex emotions.

With a hum, he propelled the sword forward, carrying the delicate beauty through the clouds, towards the Nine Hells below, under the illumination of the golden-silver Celestial Sourcecore.

Behind him, one after another, the Yin-Yang Immortals from the Ruins spontaneously followed, heading to the new battlefield.

In the wind, Yun Xiao wrapped his arms around her waist, holding her tightly. The beauty in his arms filled his senses with her delicate fragrance.

The flushed red of her ears was the most beautiful color Yun Xiao had seen on the path of immortality.

The winds shifted and the vast expanse below them changed, hinting at the grandeur of thousands of mountains and seas.

"I wish I could hold you like this forever, to see the myriad worlds and their landscapes," Yun Xiao suddenly said.

"Mm... I hope..." Lian Xi lowered her head, her voice trembling.

Yun Xiao smiled, then suddenly squeezed her waist!

"Such resilience at 15, not bad," he joked.

"Y-you..." Lian Xi blushed like a peach.

"Stop it, you pervert!" Suddenly, a low growl sounded close to them.

"Who's speaking?" Yun Xiao looked towards the direction of her chest, surprised.

"It's nothing!" Lian Xi said, nervously.

"Is it here? I must expose it!" Yun Xiao said seriously.

"No, you can't... Ah, ah."