The Sword God of the Universe

Chapter 1657: Chapter 1657: Gift of the Black Son

Representing the Human Clan to offer birthday wishes to Lady Nu Zhen, not presenting a gift would not just disgrace Jing Yan, but the entire Human Clan.

Though to the beings present, the Human Clan is just an ordinary group, and many might never have entered Human Territory nor interacted with humans. However, if Jing Yan comes representing the Human Clan to Lady Nu Zhen’s celebration and cannot present a gift, it will certainly become a laughingstock.

"In the Chaotic Universe, the Human Clan is merely a commonplace group. The Human Clan’s heritage cannot compare to those of larger groups. However, as I’m representing the Human Clan at Lady Nu Zhen’s Residence for her birthday, it is only proper to prepare a gift," Jing Yan said slowly, seemingly oblivious to the sarcasm in Lan Luo’s words.

"Although this gift may not seem precious to the seniors present, it reflects my sincerity, along with that of the entire Human Clan, towards Lady Nu Zhen. I ask Lady Nu Zhen to kindly accept it," Jing Yan slightly bowed to Lady Nu Zhen.

As Jing Yan bowed, with a subtle motion of his Divine Thought, a black object appeared before him, floating in the air.

This black object wasn’t particularly large, approximately the size of two or three fists of an adult human male.

Once the black object appeared, most beings present turned their attention towards it.

Even those who didn’t expect much from Jing Yan’s gift weren’t stingy in giving it a glance.

"What is this? It looks like a type of mineral," a being whispered.

"It doesn’t seem ordinary, as there appears to be a black glow flowing on its surface," another being said, a bit louder.

What Jing Yan took out was the Black Son, obtained from the Demon Tower of the Sky Demon Clan.

The Black Son is a celestial body containing infinite Power. Throughout the Chaotic Universe, it is an extremely rare Energy Stone. Jing Yan had already set up a precise Formation on the surface of this Black Son. Without the control of the Formation, the energy of the Black Son would constantly spread. Although the Black Son contains an immense amount of energy, allowing it to disperse unchecked would be a loss.

Because Jing Yan had restricted the energy of the Black Son with numerous Formations, when he took it out, the energy did not abruptly spread.

"Haha..."

"What is this dark-looking thing?"

"Is it also an Innate Treasure?" Lan Luo exclaimed with a laugh in his eyes upon seeing Jing Yan take out the Black Son.

He did not recognize the Black Son.

In fact, among the many beings present, the majority had never seen a Black Son. Those who truly had seen it might only be the High-level Supremes.

One must know, the Black Sons within the Demon Tower of the Sky Demon Clan were left by the Primordial Chaos Hole Ancestor. The Primordial Chaos Hole Ancestor was one of the most powerful Initial Creatures. Their strength even surpassed Lady Nu Zhen and was on par with Lady Nüwa.

The Primordial Chaos Hole Ancestor obtained these Black Spots when the Chaotic Universe was first formed. After the universe stabilized, the Black Spots were mostly divided among the strongest Initial Creatures. Although some might remain in hazardous areas, their number is incredibly scarce, requiring not only strength to obtain but also phenomenal luck.

Jing Yan smiled at Lan Luo, not bothering to explain further.

It was within Jing Yan’s expectations that Lan Luo wouldn’t recognize the Black Son. Perhaps not even his father, Lan Shang, possessed such a thing. Lan Shang is currently very powerful, a High-level Chaos Supreme, but he ascended from being a Cultivator, not an Initial Creature.

However, judging by Lan Shang’s expression, although his son didn’t recognize the Black Son, he certainly did. After Lan Luo spoke, his face turned dark.

"Jing Yan, could you tell us what exactly this thing you’ve taken out is? I’m a bit ignorant and truly don’t recognize it, haha. Speaking of which, there aren’t many Treasures in the Chaotic Universe that I, Lan Luo, do not recognize. It seems today I’ll be gaining some knowledge," Lan Luo suddenly appeared serious, humbly asking Jing Yan.

"Perhaps Senior Lan Shang recognizes this object," Jing Yan said with a narrowed gaze.

"Hahaha..." Lan Luo laughed heartily.

"Lan Luo, silence!" Lan Shang finally couldn’t restrain himself from reprimanding his son.

It was rather embarrassing!

Not recognizing the Black Son was one thing, but to behave thus before so many powerful beings, before Lady Nu Zhen, was indeed shameful. If the item Jing Yan presented was of little value, that’d be fine, but the Black Son he introduced there far surpassed even the Azure Chaos Crystal Stone in worth.

The Azure Chaos Crystal Stone also formed in the Chaotic Universe, containing formidable energy. Yet the Black Son is regarded as a celestial Treasure of much higher caliber.

Lan Luo glanced at his father, bewildered by his odd tone. Upon turning back, he noticed his father Lan Shang’s face had turned very grim.

Could it be that he had spoken incorrectly? Was it possible that the item Jing Yan presented was that valuable? But how could it be?

"Brother Jing Yan, you have made quite the grand gesture!" Qianyi Supreme praised.

"Indeed! Haha, though our gifts seemed fitting, when compared to what Friend Jing Yan offered, ours pale by comparison," Duanmu Supreme solemnly observed.

It was now that Lan Luo truly realized his mistake; his face started to feel flushed and hot.

The item Jing Yan presented was evidently extraordinary, instilling awe even among the High-level Supremes.

Curious murmurs began among those beings unfamiliar with the Black Son, consulting one another about what Jing Yan had taken out.

"Jing Yan, the thought you have put into this is more than enough. Keep this Black Son for yourself; it will provide immeasurable aid in your cultivation," Lady Nu Zhen gently suggested.

Jing Yan presenting a Black Son was beyond Lady Nu Zhen’s expectation. Like many present, she didn’t think Jing Yan could produce anything valuable. After all, with his youthful age and being a human, what rare Treasure could he possibly have?

Yet when Jing Yan revealed the Black Son, it gave even Lady Nu Zhen pause. For her, too, a Black Son carried significant worth.

"Senior Nu Zhen, as I represent the Human Clan in offering my congratulations for your birthday, how could I possibly take it back? I insist you accept it," Jing Yan stated earnestly.