Chapter 2117: Duct Tape and Glue

In just a few short years, the void currents once again ravaged the Flood Star Region.

Under Shang Xia’s control and guidance, the chaos corroded the void and opened a channel leading toward the Heaven Observation Star Region. Meanwhile, Mei Jingya and the elites of the Essence Mu World steered the fragment along, gradually approaching it.

Only at that point did Mei Jingya and the surviving cultivators of the Essence Mu World finally allow themselves to relax.

However, what lay ahead of them was an entirely new question. Where should they go next?

Previously, in order to secure Shang Xia’s assistance, Mei Jingya had even promised to use the fragment of the Essence Mu World as the foundation for constructing a new Spirit World under the Essence Luxuriant World’s jurisdiction, thus integrating it into the Essence Luxuriant Heavenly Field.

Yet Shang Xia did not need to think twice to know that such a promise had merely been a temporary measure to win his help. It was unlikely her plan had ever received consensus among the various factions of the Essence Mu World.

Indeed, given the current state of the survivors of the Essence Mu World, they had few real choices. Mei Jingya certainly possessed the authority to suppress dissent if she wished, but even so, Shang Xia still wanted to give her people a chance to make their decision.

The reasons were simple. First, the Essence Luxuriant Heavenly Field was expanding too quickly. As the main world, the Essence Luxuriant World had not yet fully digested the fragments it had previously absorbed, and enlarging the Heavenly Field again so soon would only invite instability.

Second, because of Kou Chongxue himself.

Unlike Shang Xia, who had completely transcended the constraints of his world, Kou Chongxue’s rapid advancement owed much to the overall growth of the Essence Luxuriant World and the Heavenly Field.

He had repeatedly mentioned to Shang Xia that his cultivation was progressing too fast, that he needed time to stabilize. With Shang Xia’s help, he had even deliberately suppressed his breakthrough.

Under such circumstances, Shang Xia could not lightly introduce the fragment of the Essence Mu World into the Essence Luxuriant Heavenly Field. Furthermore, under Mei Jingya and the native cultivators’ joint efforts, they had retained most of the Essence Mu World’s Will and a large portion of their world origin.

Bringing such a distinct fragment as an auxiliary world would only upset the system’s balance. If things got serious, the true host of the Essence Luxuriant Heavenly Field may even be replaced.

Indeed... The survivors of the Essence Mu World had Mei Jingya, an expert with cultivation no lower than Kou Chongxue. They also had a Dao Field and eight powerful Elysiums gathered together.

It was worth noting that an Essence World could support only 12 Elysiums. Nine was the limit for Spirit Worlds.

Before its separation, the Essence Mu World possessed a full 12 Elysiums.

As they were pushed closer to the Heaven Observation Star Region, Shang Xia could tell they had likely reached a decision.

But before they could act on it, another challenge awaited them.

Earlier, Shang Xia had already sent word back to the Essence Luxuriant Heavenly Field. Kou Chongxue and the others should have prepared to receive them.

However, that did not mean other channels of information hadn’t already alerted the Heaven Observation Star Region.

The closer they got, they would definitely attract the attention of the Sages of the Heaven Observation Star Region. Especially the Star Origin Lord himself.

Shang Xia did not for a moment believe that, after they messed with the Star Origin Lord, where they interfered with him bringing the Essence Zhen World into the Five Essence Heavenly Field, that the old bastard would sit by idly and watch as he brought the world fragment into his Heavenly Field.

Even the other Sages might not welcome their development.

At that moment, Mei Jingya’s figure appeared behind him.

“Have you reached a decision?” Shang Xia asked without turning his head.

“If Sage Shang places no further conditions...” Mei Jingya replied apologetically, “After discussion, everyone has agreed they wish to rebuild the Essence Mu World.”

Shang Xia nodded slightly and smiled. “That was to be expected. The Essence Mu World is too unique. The Void Spiritual Tree that fused with your foundation can awaken and regenerate at any time. If we merge it into the Essence Luxuriant Heavenly Field, it might act like a parasite, perhaps even endanger the entire system.”

He paused for a moment before he continued, “I only now realize that the reason the Essence Mu World always remained independent was likely because it was unsuited to establish a Heavenly Field.”

Mei Jingya sighed, “That’s correct. My Essence Mu World’s heritage was never inferior to the great Heavenly Fields of the Flood Star Region. Many of our predecessors once attempted to create a Heavenly Field, but without exception, they failed.”

“Then so be it.” Shang Xia said calmly. “Before you’ve properly established yourselves in the Heaven Observation Star Region, my Essence Luxuriant Heavenly Field will provide necessary support and protection. But in the future, your Essence Mu World must align your actions with ours, especially now that the Illusory Sea of Stars has begun expanding aggressively.”

“Of course.” Mei Jingya replied solemnly. But then she hesitated briefly before adding, “However, there is one more matter where I must ask Sage Shang for assistance.”

Shang Xia turned toward her, slightly puzzled.

Mei Jingya’s expression carried both helplessness and faint irritation as she grumbled, “Three Elysiums and several Holy Lands hope to leave. They hope that you can find them a place to settle.”

Though momentarily surprised, Shang Xia quickly nodded. “That won’t be difficult. My Heavenly Field has five auxiliary Spirit Worlds, none of which have reached their limits. Accepting a few more Elysiums and Holy Lands will be manageable. But you must make it clear to them. Once they merge into a new world, the rejection of the World’s Will will require a long adjustment period. During that time, their cultivation progress and combat strength will suffer greatly.”

“Of course, they don’t need to worry that anyone would act against them during this time.”

“That would be great. In that case, I would be able to give them a proper answer.” Mei Jingya sighed, “Back then, when we faced the fate of being thrown into the void currents, everyone stood united. But now that the danger is gone, new ambitions and divisions have already appeared. All I can do now is find them a path forward.”

“I understand.” Shang Xia said softly.

Just as he was about to say more, his divine soul suddenly caught something and he turned to stare at the void ahead.

Sensing the shift, Mei Jingya followed his gaze, and saw that the other end of the void currents started to change direction, surging violently back toward them, crashing straight down upon the drifting world fragment.