Chapter 862: The River of Endless Treasures
The emergence of the Infinite Treasure River was the direction for the next actions of the Divine Martial Empire.
Chu Yuan now felt an urgent sense of necessity for the fourth breakthrough.
He knew clearly that without reaching the fourth step, he could not truly confront immortality face-to-face; the future battles required the power of immortality, otherwise, he would not be able to deal with various crises.
The immortal elixir formed by Dan Yuan Peak was refined by him....
Supported by various resources of the empire...
Chu Yuan's realm was consolidated in the later phase of the third step.
Within the Book Universe.
"How marvelous, to utilize the Divine Abilities in such a way, the Path of Immortality transcends the universe, perpetually existing with immortal materials, which are indestructible; immortality means not dying, but what does each cosmic cycle signify? There is a force in this world dominating such cycles."
In the Book Universe, Bone Spirit immersed himself in these insights.
Even though he was immortal before, the books within the Book Universe were too numerous. Collecting other immortals' books, the insights from several immortals greatly benefited him as he confirmed his newly found Path of Immortality.
"The cosmic cycle, perhaps it's a harvest, or maybe the universe has reached its limits, restarting anew, or it might satisfy a certain power."
Chu Yuan arrived within the Book Universe, looked at Bone Spirit, and smiled, "You were once immortal. I too am puzzled. Why do some immortals disappear? By logic, immortality should not perish in the cosmic cycle; their lifespan is infinite and eternal. How come some are missing?"
"Indeed, it's strange; I have also pondered deeply about this."
Bone Spirit said, "It's certain, some ancient immortals are hidden away, while some have completely vanished. It seems that every cosmic cycle, when great chaos befalls, cultivators from The Shenzhou Beyond appear."
"The Shenzhou Beyond."
Chu Yuan bore the mark of The Shenzhou Beyond, "It also carries a certain purpose."
"Yes, indeed so. The Shenzhou Beyond is mysterious, one thing is for sure, their appearance bodes no good."
Bone Spirit replied.
"Immortal lifespan is everlasting, but their lives cannot be immortal."
Chu Yuan's words were somewhat circuitous, yet Bone Spirit understood, nodding, listening as the Divine Martial Emperor continued, "God, Heavenly Emperor, the even more ancient ones - have they truly fallen? By theory, in their era, they were invincible, uncontested by anyone; yet why did they one by one step back from the epoch's forefront, forlorn like an epic."
"In the Heavenly Emperor Era, no one could contend with the Heavenly Emperor; in his era, he represented supreme invincibility."
Bone Spirit confirmed this, "But I am far too inferior in strength compared to the Heavenly Emperor, God."
"Perhaps they were subjected to certain constraints and had to end their reign, unable to make their era eternal," Chu Yuan said, "But I'm certain of one thing, becoming the supreme of an era must have tremendous benefits; otherwise, the ancient sovereigns and the Feathered Divine Emperors would not pursue this goal."
"Indeed, this world holds too many secrets waiting for us to unravel."
Bone Spirit sighed.
"Now, these are not the main concerns. I'm just having a casual conversation with you."
Chu Yuan smiled, waving his hand as wine appeared in front of them.
"Your Majesty inviting me to drink is also my honor."
Bone Spirit was becoming increasingly unable to discern Chu Yuan clearly.
Chu Yuan smiled, the two drinking wine, discussing the wonders within the universe.
"Hmm? Another in my empire has achieved Cosmic God."
During this time, Chu Yuan looked toward a place in the empire, where someone was breaking through to the realm of Cosmic God, condensing their own mini-universe.
He and Bone Spirit left the Book Universe, and saw that the person breaking through was Ouyang Ming.
Ouyang Ming was an old minister of the empire, who had followed him since its weaker days, establishing remarkable feats. Although not a talent for direct combat, he contributed greatly on the logistical side, using his own achievements to directly exchange for a mini chaotic universe.
He knew his own talents were insufficient, so he exchanged merits for resources and used resources to elevate himself to Cosmic God.
"I see Your Majesty!"
After breaking through to Cosmic God, Ouyang Ming immediately went before Chu Yuan without even taking time to consolidate his realm.
"Very well, you have finally broken through to Cosmic God. In the Book Universe, there are many books on Artifact Refining; you may go and comprehend them on your own."
Chu Yuan said.
"Your servant understands."
Ouyang Ming was also full of emotion.
Back then, a small move to ally with the Great Emperor of the Divine Martial Empire led him to his breakthrough as a Cosmic God today.
"Your Majesty, the tremors in the River of Ten Thousand Treasures are getting more violent and have begun to sweep through the Cosmic Sea."
The Purple Blood Magic Book continuously monitored the fluctuations within the Cosmic Sea, relaying the latest news back.
"Has it begun?"
Chu Yuan said, "Then we should also start entering the Cosmic Sea."
"Enlightenment Book, you stay within the Dynasty to guard. Besides, the Loyal and Brave King, the empire will cease all external conquests and fortify the homeland. I will lead the elite forces of the empire into the Cosmic Sea first."
This time, Chu Yuan personally led the campaign into the Cosmic Sea.
"We will comply with Your Majesty's order!"
The empire's powerhouses responded.
"We're finally entering the Cosmic Sea!"
Bone God also looked forward, although the Emperor was tyrannical and ruthless, he greatly valued promises, which reassured him in collaborating with Chu Yuan.
"Follow me into the Cosmic Sea."
Chu Yuan said.
This time those entering the Cosmic Sea were the elite powerhouses of the empire, the weakest among them possessing Divine Abilities; the main purpose was to activate the Godslaying Array, collaborating with the empire's Cosmic Gods, to launch a sweeping offensive.
Once again, they entered the Cosmic Sea.
The atmosphere across the entire Cosmic Sea was extremely tense.
The slaughter within the Immortal Time and Space was still brutal, as the undying beings had begun to engage in combat.
"Great Emperor, there lies the River of Ten Thousand Treasures!"
Upon arriving at the Cosmic Sea, Bone God pointed into the void.
Chu Yuan's eyes scanned outward, the space turned into a hazy expanse, and a colossal entity flowed within the deeper dimensions, rumbling thunderously, producing a deafening sound of flowing.
"The River of Ten Thousand Treasures is constantly moving, possessing a strong dimensional repulsive force, yet sometimes it appears, weakening this repulsion, quite strange indeed,"
Bone God said.
"The River of Ten Thousand Treasures has appeared."
Upon reaching the Cosmic Sea, Chu Yuan's army awaited the River of Ten Thousand Treasures.
Boom!
An even more violent shockwave sounded, and the River of Ten Thousand Treasures finally revealed its true form.
It was a river deep blue in color, the substance inside resembling water but was not water; instead, it was an extremely dense Void Torrent, containing countless items, including fragments of divine mountains and ancient temples, among other varied things.
This was the River of Ten Thousand Treasures, endlessly flowing, sweeping along everything, whether useful or not.
"There are so many treasures inside!"
Purple Blood Magic Book stood beside Chu Yuan.
"Indeed, there are countless treasures inside. This River of Ten Thousand Treasures has been moving ever since it appeared, and it could disappear anytime, expelling everyone. The empire must seize this opportunity to snatch the treasures,"
Chu Yuan kept his eyes locked on the River of Ten Thousand Treasures, seeing too many treasures within.
"The appearance of the River of Ten Thousand Treasures is an excellent opportunity for us to make our move!"
"The River of Ten Thousand Treasures holds so many treasures; numerous ancient relics have been swept inside, and the concentration of treasures is much higher than searching painstakingly within the Cosmic Sea."
"Indeed, as in the Immortal Time and Space, the Feathered Divine Dynasty is in the midst of a major battle with numerous undying forces, and this River of Ten Thousand Treasures is a place we can enter!"
....
One figure after another emerged from within the Cosmic Sea, a multitude of forces were waiting for this opportunity, and like locusts, they burst into the River of Ten Thousand Treasures as it appeared from the deeper timelines.
"The Empire enters the River of Ten Thousand Treasures!"