When the Scripture Pavilion was opened, Yun Fan entered and discovered it housed numerous texts preserved from eras predating the Primordial Age. These documents, preserved in the form of talismans, remained intact despite the immense passage of time.
Yun Fan immersed himself within, spending three days and three nights in study. He found that these records seemed to make no mention of the secret he sought. Although they contained information about the Savior, Creator, and Shaper, the details were scarce. These three were the most powerful beings on the Primordial Continent, with the Creator being the strongest. According to the records, the Shaper and the Savior were not benevolent figures, described as selfish and having enslaved the world for ages. While the accounts might not be entirely accurate, Yun Fan, given their poor reputation, concluded they were not good people. He held a particular disdain for the Savior, whose strength seemed to stem solely from breakthroughs rather than inherent traits, hence their status as the weakest among the three. The Creator and Shaper, though ranked, were described as having a more comparable gap in power.
Yun Fan ventured deeper into the Scripture Pavilion. After another two days, he had explored almost every corner but found no leads. Disheartened, as he was about to leave, he noticed a hidden talisman in an inconspicuous spot. The moment Yun Fan touched it, the talisman transformed from gold to blood-red, and the inscription contained the very truth he was seeking.
It revealed that the Fallen Lord was another abandoned ancient being, a former martial brother to the three. However, his descent into darkness led to him being hunted by the three. Though presumed dead, the Fallen Lord later rose from the shadows, creating the power of the Fallen, which surpassed all other forces. The Savior, the first to discover this, sought the power of the Fallen and confronted the Fallen Lord, only to be slain. Upon learning of the Fallen Lord's resurgence, the Creator and Shaper joined forces to combat him. Thus far, Yun Fan's knowledge aligned with these accounts, suggesting the hidden document was likely true.
He continued to read. The subsequent events were horrifying. Initially, the Creator and Shaper held the upper hand against the Fallen Lord. However, in a final battle, the Shaper abandoned the Creator and fled. Left alone to face the Fallen Lord, the Creator was ultimately annihilated in a mutual destruction. Yet, the Fallen power did not vanish with the Fallen Lord. Instead, the Shaper preserved it in a peculiar manner, delving into its study. Tragically, he was eventually consumed by the Fallen power, leading to his demise. Before his destruction, the Shaper used an immortal curse to trap the Fallen power on the Primordial Continent. His intention was not to prevent its spread, but for himself to reclaim the primordial Fallen power upon his own rebirth.
This was the entirety of the inscription. Even Yun Fan gasped, not expecting the Shaper's immense ambition. The text suggested the Shaper had also been reborn, living on in another form. Yun Fan realized the Shaper was not truly dead, but existing in a different guise. This discovery sent a chill through him; he had no idea of the Shaper's current strength or identity. The Shaper's continued existence posed a significant threat.
This was the truth he had sought, but its revelation left him unable to remain calm. "So, the Fallen Lord might also be alive!" Yun Fan murmured to himself. The Creator was his previous self, and if he had been reborn, then perhaps the Fallen Lord had also survived. Given his power, the Fallen Lord was superior to both the Creator and the Shaper, making his easy demise unlikely. This meant his opponents were not just the Shaper, but also the Fallen Lord. This presented a considerable challenge.
"In that case, I will find them first and eliminate them one by one!" This was Yun Fan's resolve. If they had all been reborn, their starting points were equal. If he could find the reincarnation of these two ancient powerhouses, he might be able to defeat them.
At this moment, Yun Fan emerged from the Scripture Pavilion. As soon as he stepped outside, a distinguished prodigy approached. "Brother Yun, greetings!" he said with a smile.
"And you are?" Yun Fan asked, confused.
The man smiled. "I am Tai Hao, one of the Two Sons of Tomorrow!"
"The son of the Sitting Forgetful Divine Emperor?" Yun Fan inquired immediately.
"Indeed!" Tai Hao replied with a smile. "I am honored that Brother Yun knows of me!"
"You flatter me!" Yun Fan said. "I have heard that Your Highness Tai Hao delved into ancient ruins and slew fallen warriors, striking fear into the hearts of the fallen. You are a being they dread."
"Hahahaha!" Tai Hao chuckled. "It's not that exaggerated; it's merely been amplified. When it comes to a nemesis of the fallen, that title truly belongs to you, Brother Yun!"
Yun Fan smiled. "May I ask why you are here?"
"I have been here for several days, waiting for Brother Yun to emerge from seclusion!" Tai Hao explained.
"Waiting for me?" Yun Fan asked, perplexed.
"Precisely!" Tai Hao informed him. "Brother Yun, your wedding was scheduled to take place soon, but it might be delayed. The Fallen Divine Emperors have appeared, and not just one of them!"
"What?" Yun Fan was instantly shocked. Fallen Divine Emperors were beings of the highest caliber, second only to the Fallen Lord, and incredibly powerful. He hadn't expected Fallen Divine Emperors to actually appear, meaning the Tai Qing Immortal Land was in imminent danger.
"There might be three Fallen Divine Emperors!" Tai Hao said with concern. "It seems the forces of darkness and ruin intend to sweep through Tai Qing Immortal Land in one fell swoop!"
Yun Fan's expression turned grim. One Fallen Divine Emperor was already a grave threat; the appearance of three was unthinkable. Although they had three Divine Emperors of their own, Yun Fan wasn't optimistic about a one-on-one confrontation. It wasn't that their Divine Emperors were weak, but rather that the three Fallen Divine Emperors were exceptionally powerful. Yun Fan felt a profound sense of dread.
"Let's go and see!" Yun Fan urged.
"Right!" Tai Hao led Yun Fan to the front lines of Tai Qing Immortal Land. The three Divine Emperors were already there, their brows furrowed, clearly troubled.
"It's good that you're out, Yun Fan!" The Sitting Forgetful Divine Emperor addressed him. "What did you discover in the Scripture Pavilion?"
Yun Fan replied, "It is possible that the Shaper and the Fallen Lord are not dead. Even if they are not allied, they are undoubtedly our enemies!"
The three Divine Emperors were astonished by Yun Fan's findings. "Let's put that aside for now," they said. "The current situation for Tai Qing Immortal Land is dire."
"Can we request reinforcements?" Yun Fan asked urgently.
The three shook their heads and smiled. "The other two Immortal Lands will not help us."
"Why?" Yun Fan was bewildered. With only three Immortal Lands remaining on the Primordial Continent, mutual aid should have guaranteed their ability to resist. He couldn't fathom why the other two wouldn't assist.
The Myriad Dragon Divine Emperor explained, "Although the three Immortal Lands maintain contact, they will not risk aiding us. In fact, they might even welcome us depleting our strength against the fallen, leaving them with no energy to invade them. This has been the way of things since ancient times; otherwise, only three Immortal Lands would remain from the original seven."
Yun Fan was stunned by the apparent schadenfreude among the Immortal Lands.
"Kid," the Brightness Divine Emperor said to Yun Fan, "we are about to engage three Fallen Divine Emperors. You must leave before then."
"Why?" Yun Fan questioned.
"No reason!" the Brightness Divine Emperor stated. "Because you represent hope. If Tai Qing Immortal Land cannot withstand the assault, you must survive, and hope will persist. Therefore, we must ensure your departure, and you must take our daughters and nieces with you."
"Indeed! That is the plan!" The Myriad Dragon Divine Emperor and the Sitting Forgetful Divine Emperor nodded in agreement. Yun Fan was taken aback by their arrangement. He then asked, "What are our chances?"
"Not high. This is even with your strength. Without it, we can only await death. However, with your power, even without certainty, we can hold them off for a while." This was their confidence, though even with Yun Fan's power, they had no assurance of defeating the Fallen Divine Emperors, given their formidable strength.
Yun Fan then asked, "If the other two Immortal Lands provided support, what would our chances be?"
The three Divine Emperors replied, "The other two Immortal Lands are not weak. With their five Divine Emperors, if they also offered support, we would surely win this battle!" This was their confidence, yet Yun Fan felt that even Divine Emperors were not that impressive and seemed to be mere figureheads. With a total of eight Divine Emperors, it would be inexcusable if they still couldn't defeat three Fallen Divine Emperors. They were remarkably confident.
"How about this," Yun Fan proposed, "I will go and rally the other two Immortal Lands to assist us. I am at least seventy percent confident I can persuade them." This was Yun Fan's confidence. The three Divine Emperors initially found it improbable but did not immediately dismiss it, recognizing Yun Fan's extraordinary nature. Even if he couldn't persuade them, his own strength might convince the two Immortal Lands to intervene. Therefore, it was possible. With this thought, they suddenly felt a surge of confidence in Yun Fan. At worst, their situation would remain unchanged if he failed. Thus, they agreed, "Perhaps it is indeed worth a try."
"But how long can you hold them off?" Yun Fan inquired, concerned. If he failed to persuade them within the timeframe the three Divine Emperors could hold, it would be pointless.
"Don't worry, kid. While we may not be a match for the three Fallen Divine Emperors, we can certainly stall them for at least three years!" the Brightness Divine Emperor declared confidently.
"Exactly!" the Myriad Dragon Divine Emperor added. "Holding them off and fighting them are two different things. As long as we defend and don't engage directly, even if the three Fallen Divine Emperors are incredibly powerful, they cannot capture Tai Qing Immortal Land in a short period."
"Is three years enough for you?" the Sitting Forgetful Divine Emperor asked Yun Fan worriedly.
"More than enough! I shall depart immediately!"
"What about them?" the three Divine Emperors asked Yun Fan, referring to Yao Xin, Wan Ling, and Xiao Xiang, who were waiting for him. They didn't want to leave, but it was an order from the Divine Emperors. Reluctantly, they would depart with Yun Fan.
Yun Fan reassured them, "Tell them not to worry. Even if I fail, I will return to bring them away!"
"Very well!" The three Divine Emperors were also reluctant, as these were their closest relatives.
Yun Fan then set off. His first destination was the Da Chu Immortal Land. Legend had it that in ancient times, there was a prosperous dynasty on the Primordial Continent, comparable to the top powers. This dynasty, being protected by a Divine Emperor, dominated its region. Even after the catastrophic events that befell the Primordial Continent, the Da Chu Dynasty, with its immense resources, established its own Immortal Land. Through countless invasions by the fallen over the years, they had remained steadfast. This indicated that the Da Chu Immortal Land was indeed formidable, and surviving to this era without remarkable capabilities was impossible. Therefore, Da Chu Immortal Land was Yun Fan's first objective.
He departed from the rear of Tai Qing Immortal Land. Although darkness and ruin had descended, the rear remained relatively safe. Traveling through the chaos of darkness and ruin, a month later, he arrived at the outskirts of Da Chu Immortal Land. Although still dilapidated, it had not yet been overrun by darkness and ruin, making it currently safe. Yun Fan planned to rest for a while, as with his speed, he could reach Da Chu Immortal Land in at most three days. Armed with the tokens of the three Divine Emperors, he believed entering Da Chu Immortal Land would not be difficult.
Unexpectedly, an invisible aura suddenly approached. Despite its excellent concealment, Yun Fan detected it. "Come out! I can sense your presence. If you do not reveal yourself, I will make you!" Yun Fan stated coldly.
As if on cue, a figure emerged from the ruins, looking down at Yun Fan. It was none other than Tai Hao, one of the Two Sons of Tomorrow. "It's you!" Yun Fan was caught off guard, never expecting Tai Hao.
Tai Hao smiled. "Surprised?"
"Indeed," Yun Fan replied. "Why are you here instead of remaining at Tai Qing Immortal Land?"
"To kill you, of course!" Tai Hao sneered, his answer shocking Yun Fan once again.
"Why do you want to kill me?" Yun Fan asked, perplexed.
"Because you ruined my plan, and therefore, I must kill you. If you were to disrupt my plans again, I might truly succeed!"
"You are not Tai Hao!" Yun Fan declared. "Tai Hao is dead. You are merely a soul possessing his body!" He hadn't examined Tai Hao closely before, and even now, he couldn't pinpoint any issues, but his intuition told him the Tai Hao before him was not the genuine article.
Tai Hao let out a cold laugh. "I did not expect you to see through me. Indeed, my decision to come out and kill you was a wise one!"
"Who exactly are you?" Yun Fan pressed.
"Have you ever heard of the Nine Nether Divine Emperor?"
"Never heard of him," Yun Fan replied directly. Tai Hao was instantly enraged. He had assumed his name was widely known, but to hear that Yun Fan had never heard of him was an insult. He felt deeply offended.
"I am the Nine Nether Divine Emperor!" he declared.
"A Fallen Divine Emperor?" Yun Fan questioned.
"No, I am not fallen," he stated plainly.
"If you are not fallen, then why do you want to kill me?" Yun Fan asked, wondering if this person was insane.
"While I am not fallen, I am about to join them. Only through them can I reconstruct my Divine Emperor body," he explained. "Therefore, as a token of my allegiance, I orchestrated the plan for Tai Qing Immortal Land, leading the Fallen Divine Emperors to attack it. My original plan was for the Fallen Divine Emperors and I to act in concert, to annihilate Tai Qing Immortal Land. However, your appearance disrupted my plans."
"What do you mean?" Yun Fan asked, not understanding.
"Because you provided them with a power capable of resisting the fallen, giving Tai Qing Immortal Land some capital to fight back. If you were to succeed in your diplomatic efforts, this operation would fail. That is why I must kill you!"
Yun Fan responded, "Since you are not fallen, why do you seek to ally with them?"
"Do you not understand how terrifying the fallen are? How dare you play with fire?" Tai Hao sneered. "The fallen are terrifying, dreaded, and seemingly invincible, but once I become one of them, I will be among the fearsome as well. What then will I have to fear?" Tai Hao's logic, though twisted, was clear.
"So, your immediate goal is to kill me?" Yun Fan asked.
"Precisely! Only with your death will my plan succeed. Therefore, you must die!" Tai Hao revealed his ultimate objective and ambition. Yun Fan was astonished that the Sitting Forgetful Divine Emperor and the other Divine Emperors had not detected Tai Hao's possession. In fact, if Tai Hao had not admitted it himself, Yun Fan wouldn't have known either. Now that Tai Hao had confessed, it was understandable.
"It is unlikely you can kill me," Yun Fan stated. "You are merely a remnant soul, no longer the peak Nine Nether Divine Emperor!"
"Even if I'm not at my peak, so what?" Tai Hao chuckled mockingly. "Killing you is still within my capabilities!"
"Then try me!" Yun Fan, though averse to conflict, was not afraid. He became fully focused, preparing to face Tai Hao. Tai Hao was at the sixth level, incredibly powerful, while Yun Fan was only at the fourth. In terms of cultivation, the outcome seemed predictable. However, at this critical juncture, Yun Fan could not back down. As long as Tai Hao did not surpass the level of a War God, he still had hope.
"Die!" Instantly, Tai Hao unleashed a fatal strike, aiming to kill Yun Fan instantly. But Yun Fan was no pushover. He channeled his amplified power to counteract Tai Hao's attack. Although at a disadvantage, Yun Fan remained unfazed. He was accustomed to facing opponents stronger than himself. Hadn't he always emerged victorious in the end?
*Bang!* Following the clash of powers, Yun Fan was repelled, while Tai Hao stood calmly in place. "Is this the strength you pride yourself on?" Tai Hao scoffed. "Too weak!"
"I haven't even started using my full strength!" Yun Fan attacked Tai Hao again with formidable power. Tai Hao reacted, unconcerned by Yun Fan's inferiority. No matter how astonishing Yun Fan's power was, his lower cultivation level rendered him inferior. As expected, even with Yun Fan's initiative, Tai Hao reversed the situation. After a hundred exchanges, Yun Fan was injured and knelt on the ground. Tai Hao, with a condescending gaze, looked down at Yun Fan. "Kid, this is the gap between us. How can you contend with me?" Tai Hao smirked, clearly looking down on Yun Fan. Before a peak War God like him, an early-stage War God like Yun Fan was insignificant.
Yun Fan had not anticipated such a vast difference between himself and Tai Hao. He decided to change his approach. "Your alliance with the fallen is a path to ruin. You still have other options!"
"What options?" Tai Hao inquired, believing Yun Fan was merely stalling for time, which was inconsequential to him. Regardless of how long Yun Fan delayed, death was inevitable.
"That is to obtain my power and become a being capable of resisting the fallen!"
"Apologies," Tai Hao said mockingly. "Even if your power can indeed resist the fallen, I have absolutely no interest in it!"
"That is because you have not obtained the power of my origin!" Yun Fan declared. "If you kill me and obtain the power of my origin, I believe you will truly appreciate my strength!"
At this, Tai Hao's expression turned incredulous. He could not believe Yun Fan would say such a thing. "Are you certain?" he asked Yun Fan. "You are essentially inviting your own death. What's the difference between that and me killing you?"
"Of course, it's different!" Yun Fan explained. "If you kill me, it's merely to curry favor with the fallen. But if I seek my own death, it will prevent you from falling into depravity. In the future, you will become a force against the fallen, fulfilling my unfinished regrets. My death will not be in vain!"
Tai Hao looked at Yun Fan, puzzled, and began analyzing future possibilities. If he killed Yun Fan and offered his head to the fallen, two scenarios awaited him: either the fallen would help him reconstruct his Divine Emperor body, or they would kill him for disrupting their plans. These were uncertain outcomes, and he was gambling. If he won, all would be well; if he lost, he would cease to exist. If he chose the second option, killing Yun Fan and obtaining his origin power, he would become another Yun Fan. Moreover, Yun Fan's power was extraordinary, and a rebirth as a Divine Emperor was not impossible. He might even surpass the Divine Emperor and become an absolute powerhouse by leveraging Yun Fan's mystical strength. For him, the second option was a clear win-win. At this moment, he began to hesitate, not expecting to be swayed by Yun Fan.
"What do you think?" Yun Fan asked. "In any case, you have nothing to lose. Why not let me die a meaningful death!"
Upon hearing this, Tai Hao declared, "Very well, I will grant you your wish. However, I will not kill you; I will possess you. Everything you have will be mine!" This was Tai Hao's ultimate goal: to maximize value.
"No problem. Will you possess me as you did Tai Hao?" Yun Fan asked.
"Precisely. Are you afraid?" Tai Hao inquired.
"Don't worry, I'm not afraid!" Yun Fan replied. "This way, you can live on in my name. For me, it's another form of existence."
"It's even better if you think that way!" Tai Hao said. "Now, I shall make my move!" With that, his remnant soul detached from Tai Hao's body and entered Yun Fan. Unexpectedly, the moment he entered Yun Fan's body, Yun Fan unleashed the power of creation, enveloping his soul. Tai Hao was startled.
"What is happening?" the Nine Nether Divine Emperor exclaimed in shock.
Yun Fan stated, "If you wish to possess me, you must first ask if I agree!"
"So, everything you did earlier was a pretense!" Tai Hao asked in shock.
"Of course. Did you think I would stand by and wait for death? You underestimate me!"
"Damn it!" Tai Hao roared. "Do you think you can still turn the tables? I am a remnant soul of a Divine Emperor; you cannot possibly contend with me!" He then unleashed his Divine Emperor-level soul pressure, intending to tear Yun Fan's soul apart. However, to his surprise, Yun Fan's soul projection was even more powerful than his own remnant soul.
"Impossible! You are only a War God; how can you emit such powerful soul energy?" he asked Yun Fan in disbelief.
Yun Fan replied, "Who said I am only a War God? If you can be a disguised Divine Emperor, why can't I be?"
"You... which Divine Emperor are you?" he asked Yun Fan, his voice filled with fear. He had assumed Yun Fan was merely a War God, but it turned out Yun Fan was also a formidable being, just like himself.
"I will tell you before you die. For now, you are not worthy of knowing!" Yun Fan then unleashed his ultimate soul power. In comparison, the Nine Nether Divine Emperor's remnant soul was far too weak. The Nine Nether Divine Emperor was astonished, having underestimated Yun Fan. Just a soul pressure from Yun Fan nearly shattered his remnant soul. "Your soul... it is definitely not at the Divine Emperor level!"
"You guessed correctly!" Yun Fan stated. "I am the reincarnation of the Creator! Therefore, my soul is also the reincarnated soul of the Creator!"
This revelation nearly killed the Nine Nether Divine Emperor. He had long suspected Yun Fan's extraordinary background, but he never imagined it would be so immense. "You... you are not dead!" the Nine Nether Divine Emperor exclaimed, utterly shocked that the renowned Creator of ancient times was still alive.
Yun Fan replied, "It is impossible for me to die. As for you, a mere Divine Emperor daring to covet me, you overestimate yourself!"
"No, no!" he pleaded with Yun Fan. "Give me a chance; I swear eternal loyalty to you!" He was genuinely terrified. Facing an absolute powerhouse like the Creator, he lacked the courage to resist. However, Yun Fan stated, "Do you think I would let a tiger return to the mountains? The moment you entered my soul, your defeat was sealed!"
*Hiss!* The Nine Nether Divine Emperor gasped. He had truly fallen into Yun Fan's trap. He attempted to flee, trying to escape Yun Fan's soul suppression. But Yun Fan gave him no such opportunity, channeling his powerful soul to encircle his remnant soul. Realizing escape was impossible, the Nine Nether Divine Emperor resolved to make a final, desperate gamble: mutual destruction.
"Since you are giving me no way out, I will take you with me!" he roared at Yun Fan. "This is the price of opposing me!"
"Then, try me!" Yun Fan replied dismissively. At that instant, his remnant soul attacked Yun Fan and detonated. To his surprise, even his carefully preserved remnant soul was like a mere spark before Yun Fan's soul of creation, utterly useless. Instead, the power of his remnant soul was completely absorbed by Yun Fan.
"Too weak!" Yun Fan scoffed and looked at Tai Hao. "A pity, I cannot save you!" Yun Fan sighed. Tai Hao had already been possessed, meaning his soul had been completely obliterated. He was likely possessed by the Nine Nether Divine Emperor long ago. After burying Tai Hao, he continued his journey. However, shortly after departing, Yun Fan's expression changed, and he froze, afraid to move. He was surrounded, and countless divine artifacts were aimed at him. Any movement would result in certain death. Therefore, Yun Fan had no intention of resisting.
"Who are you?" a burly man at the forefront asked Yun Fan.
Yun Fan immediately replied, "My name is Yun Fan, from Tai Qing Immortal Land!"
"Hmm?" The others looked puzzled. Tai Qing Immortal Land was currently surrounded by darkness and ruin, making escape impossible. Therefore, they regarded Yun Fan with extreme suspicion.
Yun Fan stated, "I have proof!"
"What proof?" At this, Yun Fan produced the tokens he carried.
"What?" The crowd was shocked. They had not expected Yun Fan to possess the tokens of three Divine Emperors.
"Do you believe me now?" Yun Fan smiled, but his heart ached. He was astonished by the wealth of Da Chu Immortal Land. Everyone possessed a divine artifact; what level was this? Compared to Tai Qing Immortal Land, they were truly impoverished, on entirely different planes. Even Yun Fan hadn't expected Da Chu Immortal Land to be so affluent, suggesting that the treasures left by the Da Chu Dynasty were substantial.
At this point, the leader scanned Yun Fan again and used a specialized divine artifact to test him. Only after confirming Yun Fan was not a fallen warrior did they relax. Then, the leader struck Yun Fan with a palm, and Yun Fan promptly lost consciousness.
When Yun Fan awoke, he found himself imprisoned in an unfamiliar place. Shortly thereafter, someone addressed him. "You're awake?"
"Yes! Who are you?" Yun Fan asked, looking at the person confusedly.
"Don't ask! Follow me!" With that, he bound Yun Fan with a soul-binding rope and led him away. This was excessive, truly excessive. However, Yun Fan could not express his dissatisfaction at this moment, as he was there to seek aid. Stepping outside, he witnessed true wealth and extravagance. Tai Qing Immortal Land was a scene of utter devastation, not out of preference but due to a lack of resources and energy to repair it. Even the materials required would be a significant expense, one that the destitute Tai Qing Immortal Land could not bear. For Da Chu Immortal Land, however, it was a trivial matter. Here, Yun Fan truly understood what wealth meant.
The escort left him in a courtyard, as he was confined by a barrier that prevented his escape. Fortunately, a young, powerful figure soon entered. He was imposing, and his demeanor was a level above Yun Fan's, a fact that filled Yun Fan with jealousy. He couldn't stand being around people with better气质. Moreover, the man was handsome, which only amplified Yun Fan's envy; truly, comparing oneself to others could be agonizing.
"Fellow Daoist, we have verified your tokens, and there are no issues!" the young man said, handing Yun Fan three tokens. Yun Fan took them and replied, "I am here to request aid."
"I apologize, but you may be disappointed," the young man stated. "We of Da Chu Immortal Land cannot rescue your Tai Qing Immortal Land."
"Why?" Yun Fan asked, feigning ignorance. He already knew the reason, but revealing it now would end any hope of further discussion.
"Because we of Da Chu Immortal Land are also powerless!" At this, Yun Fan was speechless. Were they all just clinging to survival on the Primordial Continent? Would a little help kill them? He had intended to offer a trade, suggesting that if they assisted Tai Qing Immortal Land, their terms would be met. However, the impoverished Tai Qing Immortal Land seemed to have nothing desirable to offer in return, especially given Da Chu Immortal Land's genuine wealth.
"Do not rush to refuse," Yun Fan said. "I believe we can discuss this further." He expected the other party to be impatient, but to his surprise, they readily agreed.
"Alright!" The young man introduced himself. "My name is Chu Mo, the Third Prince of the Da Chu Dynasty."
"I am Yun Fan, the star of hope for Tai Qing Immortal Land," Yun Fan declared. While the latter part of his statement was true, the former was an exaggeration. Who had bestowed him with the title of "star of hope"? It could only be said that Yun Fan was unique in his shamelessness.
"Uh..." Chu Mo's brow furrowed. He wondered if this person was too arrogant. "Star of hope"—even Divine Emperors dared not use such a title. However, that was clearly not the main point.
Yun Fan continued, "I understand that compared to the prosperous Da Chu Immortal Land, treasures and divine artifacts are not rare commodities. Therefore, these are not the bargaining chips I offer." Chu Mo nodded, realizing this person had a degree of self-awareness. Indeed, Da Chu Immortal Land possessed abundant treasures and cultivation methods; they lacked nothing. However, Yun Fan's confident demeanor piqued his curiosity about what he would offer as a trade.
"Therefore, I have prepared a better bargaining chip!"
"What does Brother Yun intend to offer?" Chu Mo asked, bewildered.
"Power!"
"Power?" Chu Mo looked at Yun Fan, confused. What was special about power? It was considered inferior to cultivation methods and treasures.
Yun Fan explained, "This is no ordinary power, but a power capable of resisting the fallen. What do you think of this bargaining chip?"
Upon hearing this, Chu Mo was stunned. He looked at Yun Fan in disbelief. Since ancient times, they had experimented with countless powers but had been unable to resist the fallen. The fallen were invincible beings, and the idea that Yun Fan possessed a power to resist them seemed incredible. "Brother Yun, are you joking?" Chu Mo said. "Where in the world could such power exist?" He simply could not believe it.
Yun Fan then played a card. "If I truly possess such power, and I were to share it with you, would Da Chu Immortal Land consider assisting us?" This was Yun Fan's stance.
Chu Mo replied, "Brother Yun, I cannot make this decision. Our Da Chu Immortal Land is also powerless. However, if you genuinely possess such power, and after verification, I can certainly try to plead your case." Clearly, he wanted to see the "goods" first.
"No problem! Find something tainted by the fallen and bring it to me. I will conduct an experiment!"
"Alright!" Chu Mo left in a hurry and returned much later, handing Yun Fan a sealed box. As Yun Fan was about to open it, Chu Mo warned, "Brother Yun, this box contains a divine artifact that has been tainted by the fallen. Be extremely cautious; you know how terrifying the fallen are!"
Yun Fan smiled. "It's nothing. You just need to watch my performance." With that, he opened the box.