Chapter 1104: The Birth Of A Legend (1)

The Devil Emperors gazed upward at the colossal figure towering nine million li tall. Their hearts quaked with a mixture of fear and awe, but above all, boundless reverence.

"Too powerful."

"Is he truly a Devil Emperor?"

"Is this even possible for a sempiternal lifeform?"

These thoughts cascaded through their minds like lightning.

Moments ago, six Devil Emperors had been caught in the blast radius—three perishing instantly. It was worth noting that these Devil Emperors were stationed extremely far apart from the battle. By all rights, a clash at the eternal level shouldn't have affected them.

At such tremendous distances, the force of the shockwave should have dissipated to a negligible level, yet it still claimed lives. One could scarcely imagine the cataclysmic power at the epicenter of Saint Hong Yun's explosion.

Yet somehow, it had only reduced Devil Emperor Xia's vital aura by less than ten percent. How resilient was he? It defied comprehension.

This scene left the True Saints observing from various corners of the cosmic sea equally stunned.

Only they truly grasped the horrifying impact of a Dao Pioneer Eternal detonating their Eternal Psyche. Even with the dampening effects of the River of Universes, such an explosion should have annihilated any sempiternal being. Instead, it had merely wounded Devil Emperor Xia lightly.

The minds of countless True Saints raced with speculation. The secrets behind this being born from the Abyss clearly ran far deeper than any had suspected.

...

While the Devil Emperors and True Saints marveled at Wu Yuan's incredible vitality and physical defense, Wu Yuan himself felt a twinge of disappointment.

My vital aura diminished by this much?

Wu Yuan stood in the void, his brow slightly furrowed.

I've become a Matter Overlord and unleashed twenty percent of the Azure Origin Armor's power, yet I still couldn't withstand it completely?

During the thousand-plus years he had spent comprehending the Flower of Sin, Wu Yuan had made tremendous progress not only in the Great Dao of Spacetime and creating his ultimate technique, but also in deciphering the Primal Force Diagrams.

After all, the profundities of the Abyss's workings originated from the Primordium. Every Law, Great Dao, and matter profundity stemmed from this source.

In just over a thousand years, Wu Yuan had thoroughly comprehended five thousand Primal Force Diagrams. In terms of Dao comprehension, he had already reached the level of Matter Overlord before the battle began.

However, to fully apply his comprehension of the path of matter, he needed time to contemplate and reconstruct his physical form.

When he created his eternal ultimate technique, Wu Yuan deployed it against the grand array with little forethought, forcing him to face the Eternals right away. [1]

At that moment, Wu Yuan lacked time to carefully consider how to reconstruct his body. Yet having created an eternal ultimate technique, he felt confident enough in his ability to survive.

During his life-or-death battle with the two Eternals, Wu Yuan experienced breakthrough after breakthrough. inspiration, he fully grasped the profundities of the path of matter and reconstructed his body there and then.

Unlike Law Overlords, Matter Overlords weren't divided by levels based on ultimate techniques. It was all or nothing—once achieved, it represented the pinnacle of sempiternal lifeforms, the most perfect body below Eternal. Once comprehended, there were no flaws; the transformation occurred in a single thought.

Nine was the ultimate number and the limit of sempiternal physiques. Thus, his true body stood at nine million li tall.

From the moment of this metamorphosis, Wu Yuan could rival a third-stage Overlord with pure physical strength alone. The transformation drastically increased the power he could channel through the Mo Yuan Sabers, causing his overall strength to skyrocket.

Now, even if I'm not quite at the peak of fifth-stage Overlord, I shouldn't be far off.

Wu Yuan mused.

According to his understanding, a fifth-stage Overlord could slay a Dao Pioneer Eternal within the River, possessing combat power comparable to the Peak Perennial level in the cosmic sea.

A peak fifth-stage Overlord would have combat prowess reaching the Threshold Dao Pioneer level in the infinite cosmic sea.

In terms of offense, I'm probably still behind a peak fifth-stage Overlord. But in defense, I should be comparable to a Dao Pioneer.

Wu Yuan assessed.

Of course, this assessment might not be entirely accurate. Wu Yuan had only slain a Dao Pioneer Eternal confined within the River of Universes. Moreover, Saint Hong Yun wasn't considered particularly formidable among Dao Pioneers.

If we were in the cosmic sea, Saint Hong Yun would likely have defeated me with ease.

Wu Yuan reflected.

Nevertheless, he felt a surge of pride.

Today I have slain an Eternal.

Slaying an Eternal had always seemed a natural progression to Wu Yuan. Once one's strength reached a certain threshold, all that remained was finding the right opportunity. Yet when actually accomplished, the feat brought immense satisfaction.

I, Wu Yuan, may not be the strongest sempiternal lifeform from the ancient Primordial Era until now. But at least in this samsara cycle of heaven and earth, I can rightfully claim to be the mightiest sempiternal being.

Overlord Yue Shan? According to intelligence reports, her strength was probably only on par with Saint Hong Yun within the River of Universes.

Even before becoming a Matter Overlord, Wu Yuan had been able to overpower her. Now? He could easily defeat or even slay her.

However, I mustn't become complacent.

The brief flash of self-satisfaction quickly vanished from Wu Yuan's mind.

He recognized that his current strength stemmed from a specific advantage—he had cultivated two paths to eternity simultaneously, achieving remarkable progress in both. This was something most sempiternal lifeforms lacked.

I've reached the pinnacle of sempiternal lifeforms on the path of matter. Another breakthrough would directly lead to an Eternal Matter Body, impervious to all techniques.

Wu Yuan sighed inwardly.

But this step is far too difficult.

Taking the final step on the path of matter was as challenging as ascending to heaven. The difficulty of advancing from Matter Overlord to Matter Eternal was nearly as great as a sempiternal lifeform pioneering their own Dao.

In a sense, pioneering my own Dao might be slightly easier.

Wu Yuan pondered.

After all, I have the aid of the Great Dao's Authority, granting me proximity to the Great Dao of Creation, along with the inheritance of over a thousand Eternals.

In terms of accumulated knowledge, Wu Yuan's foundation on the path of Laws far surpassed that of the path of matter.

Achieving eternity isn't difficult for me, nor is it my goal.

Wu Yuan's aspirations had grown considerably loftier.

Given his current level of comprehension, he had a ninety percent chance of achieving eternity immediately if he wished. If he chose the path of Dao Breaking, success was practically assured. However, Wu Yuan's ambitions lay elsewhere. What use was becoming an Eternal when he hadn't yet pioneered his own Dao?

If I choose to step into eternity now, with empowerment from the Great Dao's Authority, I could likely pioneer my own Dao soon after, even reaching the Dao Zenithel stage. But that's not the path I seek.

Wu Yuan had long since established his goal: to pioneer his own Dao while still a sempiternal lifeform.

Creating an eternal ultimate technique is the beginning of pioneering my own Dao—the first step.

Next is to truly refine and perfect it, using the ultimate technique as a foundation.

Wu Yuan waved his hand, putting away his battle sabers.

Only then will it be the right time for me to step into eternity.

Wu Yuan's current strength was probably comparable to historical figures like the Heavenly Imperator and Emperor Yan Tuo during their sempiternal stages.

But a gap remained. Those unparalleled figures had all pioneered their own Daos as sempiternal lifeforms.

It's time to leave. There's no benefit in staying longer.

Wu Yuan collected the many treasures dropped by Saint Hong Yun. Among them were several Xiantian artifacts, not to mention various special and unique items.

Saint Hong Yun's true self had carried numerous precious treasures with her.

This was customary for powerhouses; their true selves always carried most of their wealth. After all, if their true self perished, who would inherit their legacy? Family? Disciples? For Eternals who were undying, familial ties or friendship were hardly permanent. Their primary concern remained themselves.

I wonder if this Saint possessed any high-grade Xiantian artifacts. I'll examine them later.

Wu Yuan transformed into a streak of light, flying into the distance.

He didn't pursue Saint Da Yang further. The speed limit within the River of Universes was fifty thousand times the speed of light, and even someone as powerful as Wu Yuan found breaking this limit difficult.

After slaying Saint Hong Yun, Saint Da Yang had fled far away, his aura nearly vanishing. Even if Wu Yuan gave chase now, catching up would be extremely challenging. And once he left Sector 11 of the Abyss, other True Saints would be able to descend directly.

Wu Yuan also worried that the True Saints of the Abyss might have secretly laid traps in other sector worlds. Therefore, he chose not to pursue, wishing only to leave the Abyss as quickly as possible.

Whoosh~

Suddenly, a projection materialized in the void beside Devil Emperor Jian Long. Its aura was ethereal and vast, yet not particularly powerful.

In an instant, this figure drew the attention of all the Devil Emperors, and even Wu Yuan couldn't help but glance over.

"A True Saint?"

"Which one is it?" The Devil Emperors all sensed the unique aura of that illusory figure.

"True Saint Yue Luo?" Wu Yuan halted, his eyes narrowing slightly.

"Fellow Daoist Xia, congratulations! You've forged a Legend of the River." This incarnation of True Saint Yue Luo wore a broad smile. "After this battle, the entire Abyss will revere you. After numerous samsara cycles of heaven and earth, Fellow Daoist Xia will likely stand at the pinnacle of the cosmic sea, on par with supreme beings like Emperor Yan Tuo, Eldritch Progenitor Di Jiang, and Dao Zenithel Wan Yu."

The True Saint continued showering praise, leaving the other Devil Emperors bewildered.

Fellow Daoist Xia? "Fellow Daoist" was typically a term used between those of similar strength and status.

In True Saint Yue Luo's eyes, Devil Emperor Xia was his equal? This form of address made even those True Saints observing from afar through spacetime shake their heads.

True Saint Yue Luo had completely abandoned his dignity. For a True Saint to flatter a sempiternal lifeform like this? Was it truly appropriate?

"True Saint, I dare not yet stand shoulder to shoulder with those supreme and mighty beings," Wu Yuan replied dispassionately.

Emperor Yan Tuo? Eldritch Progenitor Di Jiang? They were all Dao Zenithel Eternals, standing at the pinnacle. Their power surpassed that of Dao Masters.

"Haha, as a Legend of the River, there's always hope," True Saint Yue Luo laughed. "I wish to invite Fellow Daoist Xia to my Yue Luo Saint Realm after you achieve eternity in the future."

Almost simultaneously, a gentle voice resonated in Wu Yuan's spirit: "Daoist Xia, I've offended you greatly before. I offer my apologies and am willing to compensate you with a high-grade Xiantian artifact. I hope you'll no longer pursue the matter.

𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

"You may choose any location in Sector 11 for the transaction, and I'll arrange delivery within a thousand years." This voice naturally came from True Saint Yue Luo.

Wu Yuan felt mild surprise and couldn't help but glance at True Saint Yue Luo again.

Apologize? A high-grade Xiantian artifact? Wu Yuan knew that Saint Hong Yun and Saint Da Yang's swift arrival was likely due to True Saint Yue Luo's message, but he didn't actually harbor much killing intent toward him. After all, True Saint Yue Luo had only sent some Devil Emperors to attack.

But this True Saint Yue Luo had rushed to apologize immediately, his gesture remarkably generous.

"Very well, then the transaction location will be set at..." Wu Yuan transmitted his thoughts, specifying both the location and the type of high-grade Xiantian artifact he wanted.

"True Saint Yue Luo, I will naturally visit your Saint Realm when I have time in the future," Wu Yuan's voice boomed, echoing through endless spacetime.

Some words were meant for other Devil Emperors, while the apology and transaction were completed privately.

"Then I shall await Fellow Daoist Xia's visit." True Saint Yue Luo's incarnation smiled.

With that, the projection dissipated.

Numerous Devil Emperors and even the True Saints behind them wondered what True Saint Yue Luo and Devil Emperor Xia had discussed privately.

Hum~

Spacetime subtly distorted, and another formless fluctuation spread out, instantly coalescing into an illusory figure with an aura similar to True Saint Yue Luo's incarnation. Another True Saint?

"Who might this be?" Many Devil Emperors were puzzled. It was rare for them to encounter True Saints from other sector worlds.

"It's True Saint Ji Guang," a Devil Emperor recognized him.

"True Saint Ji Guang? If I remember correctly, wasn't he the one who mobilized Eternals to kill Devil Emperor Xia?"

"He dares to show up?"

"How will Devil Emperor Xia respond?"

"It's just an incarnation? That's hardly sincere." The Devil Emperors exchanged words, all watching from afar.

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