Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1366: Chapter 1364: Fallen Guest Empire (23)

“Glad we’ve reached a consensus.”

It was apparent that the smoothness of this exchange almost overwhelmed the four Fallen Star Clan leaders.

Yet, Fu Qian’s tone and demeanor were so natural that they imbued his words with a persuasive power.

As soon as they agreed not to waste time, Frankie promptly responded and pointed to one side.

“It’s right ahead.”

“Alright.”

Fu Qian vividly confirmed the previous statement with just one word in response, then began to look around.

There was no doubt that they were now located deep underground, and compared to earlier, the corridor had become significantly narrower.

And the direction that Frankie was pointing was precisely towards the end of the corridor, a sealed entrance.

Notably, on the way down, it had been noticed that the last two levels were already deserted.

The hidden bottom tier of the secretive underwater building truly had an aura of mystery.

Of course, the feeling of a prison was palpable, making it easy to imagine scenarios like being broken and locked away for twelve years.

In awe, Fu Qian did not hesitate for a moment and charged ahead.

Isn’t this too time-efficient?

The Fallen Star Clan unconsciously yielded time for him to ponder, using the excuse to pause themselves, almost dumbfounded again.

However, since the opposition showed such disregard for potential threats, they couldn’t hesitate either and promptly followed.

Almost reaching the end of the corridor, they barely kept pace with Fu Qian, who was already scrutinizing the obstacle ahead.

…

A unique structure; rather than calling it a door, it looked more like layers of webs.

The kind of blackness that was deeper than shadows was exactly the kind of chaos that had been seen many times before.

Under the layers interwoven, the seemingly smooth surface actually flowed and surged in an extremely chaotic manner, its high-security level apparent at a glance.

Aside from those whose power shares the same source, the only way to enter seemed to be through violent breach.

And quite a degree of violence at that.

Fu Qian stepped aside, providing a space for the group, who arrived more efficiently under his lead, to unlock it.

Frankie understood the implication of this action and did not hesitate, stepping forward while his hand wrapped in the chaotic flow pressed onto the “web.”

In the marvelous gathering and connection, with his actions, the black curtain-like chaos truly opened layer by layer, retreating to the rear from all directions, revealing the scene behind.

Though only dim corridor light illuminated it, for Fu Qian, it was not an issue.

He could clearly see that the space was three times the size of the previous stone chamber.

Compared to the latter, the emptiness was even far more exaggerated, almost barren at first glance, making it easy to spot the three small ponds level with the ground.

To be precise, they were black ponds.

Fu Qian could see clearly that in the pond’s mouth, over a meter in diameter, all that rolled was that deep and intense black chaos, like water, more exaggerated than any place seen before.

And the most striking thing within was that in two of the ponds, there seemed to be things flowing with the chaos.

The closest one to the entrance showed a peculiar-shaped skull.

Semi-transparent, it emitted a faint glow, particularly notable in the darkness.

Although its size was overall relatively normal, its shape seemed as though it had been violently kneaded hundreds of times, the holes far exceeding those of ordinary people.

As for the other item, though comparatively duller, its strangeness surpassed the former.

It was roughly the length of a forearm, seemingly a fish made from copper rings, intertwined like a net.

Most importantly, this Bronze Ring Fish swam back and forth in the chaos, both agile and leisurely.

“Please come in, Lord Golim Xiao.”

At this moment, Frankie’s voice came through, as he had already stepped aside, gesturing for Fu Qian to proceed first, seemingly eager to see his reaction.

Unfortunately, there wasn’t much to gain, because nearly at the moment he had spoken, Fu Qian had already walked in.

So, he wasn’t hesitating upon seeing the scene inside earlier but rather awaiting an invitation…

Didn’t want motives misunderstood and unnecessary arguments delaying time?

Somewhat comprehending something, the quartet’s expressions were complex, yet they truly followed suit, unable to accept the other entering such a crucial space alone.

…

“So, you built this underground facility precisely for this place?”

Seemingly aware of their thoughts, Fu Qian stopped moving as soon as he walked to the three ponds, observing while waiting for Frankie and the others to catch up.

“You could say that. This is indeed the origin of the Fallen Star Clan and the force that guards the entire world.”

Catching up, Frankie, despite addressing Fu Qian, maintained an exaggerated tone of respect.

“Certainly more pure and noble than your power, but pardon my bluntness.”

While acknowledging Frankie’s statement, Fu Qian smoothly transitioned to a straightforward critique.

“If you truly compare them side by side, it seems more like the Stars Association’s gift resembles the guardian force more; what’s your reasoning for calling it contamination?”

“Your feeling, I must say, is not uncommon.”

Unexpectedly, instead of anger at the desecration of their belief, Frankie and others simply expressed some wistfulness in their tone faced with Fu Qian’s sharp critique.

“Honestly, we initially held similar views.”

“It was precisely because of such experiences that I deeply understand how difficult it is to correct prejudice, which is why you need to observe and seek the answer to your earlier question yourself.”

As he spoke, Frankie stepped forward two paces, bowing respectfully toward the pond with the skull, resembling a ritual.

And his hands had already transformed into a state covered by black Armor.

In the next moment, he plunged both hands into the chaos and directly lifted the semi-transparent skull out.

“This is one of the three Holy Relics birthed from the source of power, also the key to our rejuvenation back then.”

Presenting the skull to Fu Qian, Frankie maintained a solemn expression.

And Fu Qian realized clearly now that this seemingly Crystal skull was actually soft.

Even noticing a subtle deformation upon Frankie’s extraction from the chaos.

Perhaps it’s not.

At the same time, upon thoroughly examining each hole, Fu Qian mused.

The thing he had ingested earlier was already commented on as resembling skull fragments, encountering this excessively relevant Creation now inevitably provoked associations.

Unfortunately, despite remembering the fragment’s shape well, he couldn’t find a suitable location to fit it, apparently not detached from this piece.

“So, I need to wear it on my head to experience what you mentioned earlier?”

While engaging in divergent thinking, Fu Qian didn’t waste time and looked at Frankie asking.

“Don’t worry, it’s not you wearing it.”

Surprisingly, the latter shook his head, directly raising the skull and placing it atop his own head.