Chapter 332: Forceful Entry!

Boom!

In the sky, the Creation Monument, like a protruding tongue, slowly retracted back into the gray vortex.

Then, the gray vortex disappeared.

The world returned to a calm and peaceful state.

Qin Chuan scanned the surroundings with his divine sense, ensuring no one was spying on them. He then said, "Let's go."

"Alright," Qin Zi nodded.

A layer of light radiated from Qin Chuan's body, enveloping Qin Zi, and together, they soared through the sky, piercing the void.

Their speed was extraordinary.

The space around them shifted in a kaleidoscope of colors as they traversed vast distances in the blink of an eye.

Qin Zi, thinking for a moment, said, "Father, I obtained many legacies this time, and some of them are quite unusual. They might provide you with some insights. I'll share them with you."

"Very well," Qin Chuan calmly nodded.

He didn't pretend to be modest, nor did he refuse. He accepted it as a matter of course.

Because that's what a father does!

When you decline or hesitate, it's because you subconsciously feel like you're taking advantage. But when everything you do is for the other person's sake, for their good, would you refuse? Of course not.

Why would you decline?

If I grow stronger, isn't it also to protect you better? What's yours is mine, and what's mine is yours. We don't differentiate.

Because I'm your father!

So, when someone can accept gifts from others without hesitation, they either deserve it without question, or… they're shameless!

Although Qin Chuan clearly fell into the second category, he was confident that in Qin Zi's mind, he would certainly imagine him as the first, without a doubt.

"Hehe, I'll transfer them to you now."

Sure enough, Qin Zi seemed quite happy. He grinned and, with a flash from his forehead, golden lights shot out and entered Qin Chuan's brow.

Soon enough.

Qin Chuan felt a flood of legacies and techniques filling his mind, many of which were strange and unusual.

"Guanyin Fire Lotus."

"Absorption Palm."

"Milk Induction Palm."

"Eight Extremes Collapse."

These divine abilities seemed a bit out of sync with the current cultivation system of the Nine Heavens Realm, and their names were peculiar. But their power was undeniable.

Take the "Guanyin Fire Lotus" for example.

Once unleashed, it would generate countless fiery lotuses, and from them, an avatar of Guanyin would appear, seated at the center of the main lotus. The fiery lotuses would rotate endlessly, burning everything in their path.

As for the "Eight Extremes Collapse."

It centered around the mysterious Eight Extremes Fist. With one punch, it could collapse the surrounding world—no matter if it was the sun, moon, stars, plants, mountains, rivers, or even the fabric of space and the laws of the Dao themselves—it would all crumble. A truly domineering technique!

In addition to these techniques, there were also many scriptures focused on refining the body and tempering the soul. These were highly valuable and could further enhance his combat strength.

Whoosh!

Before long, the father and son returned to their secluded residence on an unnamed mountain peak.

As soon as they landed, they spotted a familiar figure with golden hair cascading down like a waterfall, her face delicate and beautiful—it was none other than Ye Lingshuang.

"Master! Long time no see!"

Qin Zi shouted in surprise, opening his arms as he ran toward the golden-haired beauty for a bear hug.

However...

Ye Lingshuang sidestepped the clumsy attempt and, as Qin Zi charged at her again, she extended a slender finger and pressed it against his forehead, keeping him at bay no matter how much he flailed.

Qin Zi, visibly frustrated, began to grumble.

"Come on, you're grown now. Don't act like a child." Ye Lingshuang finally withdrew her finger, smiling indulgently.

Hem hem.

Qin Zi coughed awkwardly, grinning sheepishly. He gave up his antics and asked cautiously, "Master, have you completed your breakthrough?"

"Yes, I've already broken through to the Extreme Realm," Ye Lingshuang replied with a smile.

"Hiss!"

Qin Zi gasped, exclaiming, "A stunning beauty, breaking through to the Extreme Realm at such a tender age—how terrifying!"

"Stop with your flattery!"

Ye Lingshuang tapped him lightly on the head, exasperated. "You're already a Martial Emperor at your young age. I've spent over a thousand years cultivating, and with the help of ancient legacies, reaching the Extreme Realm is hardly surprising."

"Hehe, not surprising at all, Master,"

Qin Zi chuckled nervously, rubbing his hands together in a rare display of humility.

Though he often boasted and acted brashly, only before his father and master would Qin Zi reveal such a submissive demeanor. These were the only two elders he truly respected—those who had been with him since he was weak, nurturing and protecting him.

"Lingshuang, it seems like you have something on your mind,"

Qin Chuan observed closely and soon noticed the faint worry between her brows.

"Yes, recently I've felt as though a mysterious force is trying to guide me somewhere,"

Ye Lingshuang said, her expression growing serious.

"Have you heard any voices or seen anyone in your dreams?"

Qin Chuan asked gravely.

"No, but for some reason, I keep feeling a pull toward a certain direction, as if something is drawing me in. But I can't pinpoint exactly what it is—just an instinct."

Ye Lingshuang took a deep breath, visibly unsettled.

"I know it's not normal, so I haven't dared to go there recklessly. I was hoping you might have a solution," she added, looking to Qin Chuan for help.

Qin Chuan frowned in thought, then said, "I can't say for sure what's causing this, but running away won't solve it. I'll go with you to check it out."

"Okay,"

Ye Lingshuang nodded softly, her face slightly flushed. "Thank you, Brother Qin, for the trouble."

"We're all family; no need for formalities,"

Qin Chuan waved his hand with a smile.

"Father, can I come too?"

Qin Zi quickly chimed in, his eyes shining. Lately, he wanted to be wherever the action was.

With his father around, he knew he was safe. The more dangerous the place, the greater the opportunities!

"Of course,"

Qin Chuan nodded, more than willing for Qin Zi to come along. After all, he could always rely on his son to act as a shield in a pinch.

"Will it be dangerous for Xiao Zi to come along? I have a feeling that whatever is drawing me… something feels off,"

Ye Lingshuang said, concerned.

"Don't worry. If there's any real danger, I can take you both into my inner world. It won't affect us much."

Qin Chuan reassured her.

"Alright then,"

Ye Lingshuang nodded, then pointed northeast. "It's in that direction—something there is calling me."

Qin Chuan's eyes narrowed slightly.

That direction… could it really be?

It couldn't be such a coincidence, could it?

"Let's go."

With a wave of his hand, Qin Chuan sent out a surge of energy, carrying the two with him as they flew off in the indicated direction.

With Ye Lingshuang's guidance, after several days of travel, they finally reached their destination.

"As I suspected!"

Qin Chuan's expression turned serious.

In front of them was a massive black abyss, and within it floated a mountain, shrouded in mist and darkness.

"The Forbidden Divine Mountain?!"

Ye Lingshuang gasped in shock, her eyes wide. Never had she imagined that this place would be calling to her.

This was the greatest treasure of the Nine Heavens Realm!

Her heart raced, her mind spinning with endless possibilities, each more thrilling than the last.

Could it be that the Forbidden Divine Mountain was meant for her?

Could it be… that she was destined to be its master?

Could it be… that her time to rise had finally come?

Her thoughts spiraled.

In reality, when faced with fortune, few remain slow-witted. In fact, such moments tend to provoke even more wild fantasies.

Like when someone realizes that someone else likes them—everyone else may have already seen it, but they act clueless.

Clueless? Not at all!

It's just an act.

You may think they're unaware, but in truth, they've already run through every scenario a thousand times in their head, pretending ignorance to avoid seeming presumptuous.

But deep down, they're delighted.

"Let's head inside."

Qin Chuan spoke, then extended his right hand. A golden bridge materialized, spanning the abyss before them.

Boom!

The golden bridge shot forward like a sword, piercing through the gray storm surrounding the Forbidden Divine Mountain. The storm trembled violently before retreating under the force.

"So direct and forceful,"

Ye Lingshuang's eyes sparkled with admiration. She had never seen anyone approach the Forbidden Divine Mountain in such a bold and domineering manner.

She had once witnessed many Martial Emperors attempt to enter the Forbidden Divine Mountain.

Those people spent a long time calculating outside the mountain, using various tools and formations to deduce the storm's movement patterns before cautiously stepping forward, hearts pounding with fear.

But Qin Chuan? He cut straight to the point, storming in without hesitation.

Before long, the three of them stepped onto the golden bridge and quickly entered the depths of the Forbidden Divine Mountain.

Hum!

The moment they stepped off the bridge, Qin Chuan felt as if he had entered an entirely new world.

This time, instead of warmth and humidity, a majestic and desolate aura swept over them.

All three blinked, their surroundings shifting rapidly from the dark mountain into a vast world!

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!

Everywhere they looked, they saw endless yellow sand, stretching as far as the eye could see. In the distance, a massive crimson sun hung low on the horizon, so enormous it dominated the entire western sky like a giant backdrop, awe-inspiring and heart-stopping.