Chaos Heavenly Emperor Art

Ling Feng remained silent, swallowing back the reason that was on the tip of his tongue.

I only have three chances, so I must think carefully before answering.

If the test fails, all previous efforts will be in vain.

Although this trip wasn't entirely fruitless, we were still just one step away from the secret treasure left by the creator god. No matter what, I absolutely couldn't turn back like this!

He took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down.

Although he only had three chances to answer, fortunately, the Emperor's Head did not give him a time limit.

So we can't rush things now.

You absolutely must not rush.

What kind of reason could possibly be enough to move the head of the imperial court?

Just as Yao Tian and the others said, the head of the Imperial Guard was deliberately making things difficult for them.

There was no reason at all; He simply didn't want to pass the test.

Was this test a mere facade from the very beginning, designed to discourage him from taking the challenge?

No, that's not right.

If the head of the Imperial Guard really didn't want him to pass, with his abilities, why would he bother setting up this test?

As the head of the imperial court, He has no need to resort to such tricks.

If He didn't want to give Him a chance, He had plenty of power and means; there was no need for Him to go through such a long and complicated process.

Therefore, this test must have had His purpose.

But what is He thinking?
Damn it!
Ling Feng was almost in despair. He wasn't a mind reader, so how could he have guessed the answer the Emperor wanted?

As time passed, Ling Feng, who had been sitting cross-legged in deep thought, gradually began to scratch his head and become increasingly anxious.

What exactly is the primary reason for the Emperor's rule?
Unbelievable!

I never would have guessed that!

Ling Feng's brows furrowed more and more. The more he tried to guess the thoughts of the Emperor's leader, the more confused and clueless he became.

As time went by, Ling Feng became increasingly restless.

After all, the Emperor's Head did not give him a time limit, but the reason they came here was because the Spirit Abyss of the Creation Realm was about to completely collapse, and the Dark Descendants of the Death Star would also break through the seal.

What they lack most is time!
"Damn it, this is just playing a trick on me!"

Yao Tian clenched his fists. If he weren't outmatched by those Eight Scenic Divine Tools, he would have really wanted to throw a tantrum and cause a scene.

"It seems we can't get past this hurdle, but Ninth Brother has at least refined an Eight-Scenery Divine Artifact. Even if we go back now, there's still a chance he can successfully refine the Pillar of Creation, right?"

Yu Tian gritted his teeth, already having second thoughts.

"It's difficult."

Huang Gu shook his head slightly, "Although the Lord's Creation God body has been awakened, it is still far from being able to resist the immense power of the Pillar of Creation. In any case, the secret treasure left by the Creation God is an indispensable key."

"This is so troublesome!"

Yao Tian gritted his teeth, finally mustered his courage, and roared at the head of the Imperial Guard: "Hey, head of the Imperial Guard, what reason do you want? What kind of stupid test is this? In the end, it's all up to you!"

At that moment, a flash of inspiration struck Ling Feng.

Yao Tian's words seemed to have given him a sudden realization.

The greatest truths are the simplest, and the greatest truths are the most genuine.

Sometimes, the simplest answer is the most correct answer.

He had been searching for a "perfect" reason, a reason that could move the head of the imperial court.

But he overlooked one point: the head of the imperial court had lived for countless years and witnessed countless changes in the world. To him, any great or noble reason was as insignificant as dust.

Before Him, any carefully crafted or painstakingly pondered reason appears pale and laughable.

Therefore, instead of racking your brains to come up with a perfect reason, it's better to go back to the question itself.

Ling Feng took a deep breath and slowly raised his head.

His gaze became clear and firm.

He looked at the head of the Imperial Guard and slowly said, "Senior, I've made up my mind."

"Oh?"

The head of the imperial court shifted his gaze slightly, fixing it on him: "Speak."

In an instant, Yao Tian and the others all looked at Ling Feng, some even holding their breath and not daring to make a sound.

Ling Feng's gaze sharpened, and he spoke slowly in a calm and composed tone: "I am going to the secret burial place of the God of Creation. There is no special reason."

"It's simply because I want to go back."

"I think that's all."

These words shocked everyone present.

Yu Tian, ​​Shi Tian, ​​Rong Tian, ​​Yao Tian, ​​Huang Gu—everyone was stunned.

They stared wide-eyed at Ling Feng in disbelief.

I think?

What kind of reason is that?
“Ninth Brother…” Yu Tian shook his head, “This doesn’t seem like a valid reason at all.”

"It's over, it's over!"

Yao Tian slapped his thigh, "It's completely over now! How could this reason possibly pass! Ninth Brother has definitely given up! That's right, the head of the Imperial Guard is clearly playing with Ninth Brother, so whatever reason he comes up with is useless."

Both Huang Gu and Shi Tian shook their heads and sighed softly.

Clearly, they didn't think this reasoning would be acceptable.

However, the head of the Imperial Court did not immediately reject it.

He was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "What do you want?"

His voice remained calm and even, but seemed to carry a hint of amusement: "Do you think such a reason is acceptable?"

Ling Feng raised his head, his gaze meeting the unwavering stare of the Supreme Ruler: "I don't know."

He paused, then continued, "But I have a question for you, senior."

"speak."

"The reason why the senior set up this test, and why he wanted me to give a reason..."

Ling Feng's gaze deepened. "Is it because, senior, you yourself don't actually have any so-called 'correct answer'?"

The expression on the face of the head of the imperial guard seemed to tremble slightly.

Ling Feng didn't wait for his reply and continued, "Whether it's excessive or not depends entirely on whether you want to or not, senior. Therefore, my reason is solely based on my own thoughts."

"As for whether it passes or not..."

He took a deep breath and said, word by word, "It all depends on whether you want me to pass, senior."

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire crystal world fell into a deathly silence.

Everyone held their breath, waiting for the Emperor's answer.

Yu Tian and the others were so nervous that their palms were sweating and their hearts were about to jump out of their chests.

Ling Feng's words were tantamount to passing the buck back to the head of the Imperial Court.

He's gambling.

Will the head of the gambling empire acknowledge his honesty?

Would the head of the gambling empire be willing to let him go?

It's a big gamble.

Time seemed to stretch on endlessly at that moment.

Every second felt like torture.

Finally, the head of the Imperial Guard spoke. "Interesting."

The head of the Imperial Guard chuckled softly, "Ling Feng, you are indeed very interesting. Indeed, I don't need any perfect reason."

He said slowly, "What I need is a reason for me to approve of you. And you..."

He paused, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes, "Your answer is the worst and most awful answer I've ever heard."

Finished!

For a moment, everyone looked utterly dejected.

Ling Feng's heart skipped a beat. He had guessed wrong and messed up!
"but……"

However, the head of the Imperial Guard changed his tone, saying, "But I'm willing to let you pass this test. You've won."

Upon hearing this, the entire room fell into a deathly silence.

This is actually allowed?!
Did this happiness come so suddenly?
But soon, everyone cheered and jumped for joy.

"It passed?!"

Yao Tian was the first to jump up, "Holy crap! Really?! It passed just like that?! Hahaha! It was that easy?!"

"What do you mean by 'it's that simple'?"

Yu Tian rolled her eyes at him. "If it were you, could you have thought of that?"

"hey-hey……"

Yao Tian scratched his head. "Who cares? As long as it passed!"

Shi Tian and Rong Tian exchanged a smile, both showing expressions of relief.

Ling Feng, on the other hand, let out a long sigh of relief.

His back was already soaked with cold sweat.

His words just now seemed calm, but in reality, he had no confidence at all.

But luckily, he made the right bet.

His gaze sharpened, and he bowed deeply to the head of the Imperial Guard: "Thank you for your kindness, senior!"

"No need to thank me."

The voice of the Emperor's leader returned to its usual calm, "Because you want to go there, and I just happen to want to see what kind of miracles you can create, that's all."

He paused for a moment before continuing, "However, don't be too happy yet."

Ling Feng was slightly taken aback: "What do you mean, senior?"

"Passing through the Forbidden City does not mean that the road ahead will be unobstructed."

The voice of the Emperor's leader became solemn, "To obtain the secret treasure of the Creator God is fraught with difficulties beyond your imagination. The road ahead will only be more dangerous and arduous than this place."

His gaze fell on Ling Feng. "If you are willing to give up the legacy of creation, we can still combine the power of the Eight Divine Artifacts to help you create a new divine body. That way, you will also greatly increase your strength, and you will not have to suffer the pain of refining the Eight Divine Artifacts."

"Although you have successfully refined the Source of Insight, each time you refine an Eight-Scenery Divine Artifact, it is a life-or-death test. Take advantage of the present moment, while you still have a choice, and you can turn back and choose an easier path."

“But if you accept the legacy of creation, you can only go all the way down this path.”

After Emperor Yu finished speaking, he fell silent, simply looking at Ling Feng and waiting for his reply.

At this moment, the Book of Wisdom also spoke up to advise, "Boy, Emperor Yu is right. One shouldn't be too greedy. Actually, becoming the God of Creation isn't that interesting. Refining the Eight Scenery Divine Artifacts is so dangerous. You might as well accept the divine body we've tailored for you. That way, you can still roam freely in the World Sea."

"Yeah, kid."

Rock Legs also said in a gruff voice, "Refining the Eight Scenic Divine Artifacts is more dangerous each time. Your success this time doesn't mean you can succeed next time. Know when to quit while you're ahead."

"Ling Feng, although I think you definitely won't give up."

Hurricane Legs chuckled, “However, I still advise you that the road may be more difficult than you imagine.”

It's clear that although they advised Ling Feng to give up, a large part of it stemmed from their unwillingness to be fused and refined by the Creation God's body again.

But it was indeed out of admiration for Ling Feng that I didn't want him to take that most difficult path.

However, Ling Feng shook his head without hesitation.

"Thank you for your kind offer, seniors."

His gaze was firm and composed. "But this junior's mind is made up."

He took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "I do not wish to become the God of Creation, nor do I covet the power of the Eight Sceneries from you, senior. However, I have made a promise to the Shadow of Creation, to the Spirit Guardians who guard the Spirit Abyss, and to the elder brothers of the Star Hunting Clan. I will completely resolve the calamity of the Death Star. Therefore, I must rely on the power of the God of Creation. This is my promise to them!"

The head of the Imperial Guard was silent for a moment, then slowly nodded: "In that case, I will no longer try to persuade you."

He raised his hand and gently waved it toward a certain point in the void.

A golden ray of light flew from His fingertip and disappeared into the void.

Immediately afterwards, the entire crystal world began to shake violently.

In front of Ling Feng and the others, a huge golden vortex suddenly appeared in the previously empty void.

Within the vortex, light swirled, as if leading to another world.

"The gates of the Forbidden Palace have been opened."

The voice of the Emperor's Head slowly rang out, "Pass through this door and you will arrive at the secret burial place of the Creator God. You may leave the Forbidden Palace at any time, and we will not stop you."

"Thank you, senior!"

Ling Feng bowed deeply to the head of the Imperial Guard, pondered for a moment, and then clasped his hands in a fist salute to the head of the Imperial Guard again: "By the way, senior, this junior has a favor to ask."

"speak."

"My two companions are still recovering from their injuries and are not fit for long journeys. I wonder if you would allow them to stay in the Forbidden Palace to recuperate for the time being? I will bring them back when I return from the secret place."

The head of the imperial court was silent for a moment, then slowly nodded: "It's acceptable."

"Thank you, senior!"

Ling Feng was overjoyed and quickly expressed his gratitude.

However, Yao Tian was the first to jump out: "No way! I'm going with you!"

"Sixth Brother, your injuries haven't healed yet, you should stay here and recover."

Ling Feng advised.

"What injury are you talking about! This little injury of mine is nothing!"

Yao Tian, ​​his neck stiff and his face full of resentment, said, "What, you look down on Sixth Brother?"

"Sixth Brother, that's not what I meant..."

"Then don't say anything!"

Yao Tian waved his hand and said, "If you think I'm holding you back, I'll just turn around and leave. Otherwise, I'll definitely come with you to explore that Secret Land of Creation!"

"This... sigh..."

Ling Feng felt a headache coming on. He looked at Huang Gu, whose attitude was exactly the same as Yao Tian's.

"My lord, although my injuries have not fully healed, I have regained some of my strength."

Huang Gu said in a deep voice, "Moreover, I am, after all, an innate beast spirit under the God of Creation. When we reach his secret place, I will definitely be able to help."

Looking at the determined eyes of the two, Ling Feng felt both moved and helpless.

He knew they were worried about him and wanted to stay by his side to face the unknown dangers together.

But their injuries...

Ling Feng cannot completely ignore it.

Seeing the resolute expressions on their faces, Ling Feng knew that further persuasion would be useless.

After a moment of silence, he could only shake his head and smile wryly, "Alright. Then let's rest here for a few days and set off again once your injuries have healed a bit!"

Moreover, Ling Feng can take this opportunity to comprehend the source of insight he had previously refined.

Also, the Heavenly Eye of Insight, which was finally activated to withstand the Asura's Arm Calamity, has stopped working. We'll see if it can be restored in the meantime.

He had a vague premonition that this power of the Heavenly Eye would definitely come in very handy once they reached the secret realm. (End of Chapter)