I am cautiously cultivating immortals in a strange world

Chapter 2203 Mysterious Woman
Forced into a corner, Chen Lin frequently tried various methods.

But none of them are usable.

Under the suppression of dark energy, even internal energy cannot be used, let alone lower-level supernatural powers; even activation is impossible.

But he kept trying.

no way.

Now, we have no choice but to try anything, even if it seems hopeless. If all else fails, we'll just have to push through.

"Ok?"

suddenly.

Chen Lin looked surprised and doubtful.

When he tested the Luck Enhancement Technique, the feeling of being blessed with good fortune suddenly appeared.

He thought he had misjudged the situation and immediately checked.

It turned out that it was correct.

He had used this secret technique many times, and the feeling of using it was already imprinted in his mind.

He obtained this technique when he was in the lower realm. Although it was profound, its level was very low. He had not used it since entering the Upper Yuan Domain.

Moreover, he had tried it before, but it had almost no effect in the upper realm, and it was even less effective in the outer world and star field.

How can it still be effective here?
Chen Lin sensed the changes in his aura and realized that the secret technique had not been suppressed and was still in a similar state to before.

He became increasingly suspicious.

He didn't know if it was because of the special nature of this space that this technique could unleash its power, or if the technique itself was of a very high level that he had simply overlooked.

But there was no time to think about it.

The surrounding fog grew thicker and thicker, concealing immense danger. Since the Luck-Boosting Technique could be used, it meant that this was the will of Heaven. So, let's take a gamble with this method.

No hesitation.

With a thought, Chen Lin activated the phoenix crown in his hand.

Worried that one use of the Enhanced Luck Technique wouldn't be enough, he used it on himself again, then closed his eyes, channeled his soul power to its maximum, transforming it into a giant soul hand, and tossed the phoenix crown into the sky.

at the same time.

The space trembled violently.

The black mist churned violently, and all the flowers swayed wildly, emitting a terrifying aura that captivated the mind.

Chen Lin opened his eyes and looked up at the sky.

His expression immediately changed.

The phoenix crown he threw out did not fall, but was swept up by the vortex formed by the rolling black mist, rising higher and higher until it disappeared without a trace.

The phoenix crown has been taken away!

Chen Lin's face was extremely ugly. It seemed that his thinking was wrong. Although he could use the Strong Luck Technique, it had no effect in this high-dimensional space.

The black mist surged like a whirlwind.

It's getting worse and worse.

Gradually, Chen Lin could no longer withstand it, and his body was gradually eroded, undergoing twisting and change once again.

No matter how much he persisted, he still couldn't stop it.

In less than the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, its body transformed into the shape of a flower, and many roots grew from its feet, quickly sinking into the soil.

The soul can still hold on for the time being and has not completely lost consciousness.

However, Chen Lin knew that as the black mist continued to erode, his already suppressed soul could not hold on for long, and sooner or later it would collapse from its source and completely turn into a flower.

He had lost all hope.

Instead, they were considering whether or not to self-destruct.

If turning into a flower doesn't equate to death, then the symbiotic seal between him and Tiezhu won't be activated. It's better to end his own life; perhaps he can be resurrected.

Seeing that his soul essence was about to dry up, Chen Lin sighed inwardly and, without further hesitation, was about to detonate the soul seed.

Even if he dies, he can't let the other person have an easy time.

Moreover, the power generated by detonating the Soul Seed can also break the rules binding this place, increasing the chances of the Symbiotic Seal taking effect.

"boom!"

There was a muffled sound.

Chen Lin's expression shifted.

He hadn't started his self-destruction yet; the voice wasn't coming from the soul seed, but rather appeared beside him.

He immediately shifted his attention to the outside world, and then saw that the phoenix crown that had been swept away had fallen down again, but it did not catch any flowers. Instead, it landed on the open ground not far in front of him.

Chen Lin's newly raised hopes were dashed once again.

He couldn't help but let out a bitter laugh.

Even as a cultivator of destiny, he was still tricked by fate before his death, which could be considered a fitting end.

But Chen Lin soon discovered it.

The strange energy on his body suddenly dissipated, as if the large hand holding his had been released, and his body began to return to normal.

He perked up.

Although it's unclear why this happened, and no flowers were seen being placed under the phoenix crown, the rules seem to have been broken.

The Luck Enhancement spell has taken effect!

Chen Lin immediately stopped activating his soul seed and then stared intently at the phoenix crown.

The phoenix crown was still activated, its gems radiating brilliant light that enveloped the land below.

Time passed little by little.

The light of the phoenix crown gradually dimmed after a full incense stick's time.

Then, ripples appeared in the space centered on the phoenix crown, forcing back all the black mist and creating a hazy space.

Chen Lin's vision blurred.

All the flowers on the mountain disappeared, replaced by a tiny red flower, only slightly larger than the one he had taken from the Valley of a Thousand Flowers.

At this moment, the little flower keeps changing.

One moment it's a flower, the next it transforms into a hazy woman's figure, while the phoenix crown hangs high above, continuing to provide it with energy.

Chen Lin's eyes flickered.

It turns out there was another hidden flower here, which he had never discovered, and the target he had been targeting was actually the other party.

Without using the Luck spell, he would never have been chosen.

pit!
Chen Lin cursed under his breath and took the opportunity to check his body.

Because the rules were broken, he was no longer bound, his body could move freely, and the energy in his body returned to normal.

However, Tie Zhu is still unable to communicate.

He reached into the package and touched Tie Zhu's body, trying to wake him up.

"You don't need to look for your partner anymore. I need to talk to you about something. I've temporarily pulled him into an illusion, and you can't wake him up."

A faint voice sounded.

Then a flash of light.

The red flower had completely solidified into human form, and the phoenix crown landed on her head.

It was as dazzling as divine light, impossible to look directly at.

An indescribable sense of oppression arose, causing Chen Lin to subconsciously pull his hand out of the package. But immediately, his soul seed trembled, and the all-powerful aura of the Soul Master emanated, pulling him away from the oppressive force.

"The original inheritance."

The woman glanced at Chen Lin, her eyes filled with complex emotions.

He then looked away.

After a moment of silence, he said, "The inheritance you received is the Soul Master, right? This inheritance is very difficult to cultivate. Although your soul already has that characteristic, it is still very unlikely that you can reach the pinnacle."

What is that characteristic?

Chen Lin immediately seized on the key point and asked a counter-question.

The woman did not answer.

She paused for a moment.

He slowly said, "I have a primordial monument that has not yet been used. Are you willing to exchange your inheritance?"

Chen Lin was taken aback.

"As far as I know, once a primordial inheritance is chosen, it cannot be changed, right?"

"Do not."

The woman remained unmoved.

"The beginning is a new start, with many paths to choose from, but it's not easy to do it."

"No need to change it."

Chen Lin shook his head and refused.

He didn't know who the other person was, so how could he believe what the other person said? Besides, he had already prepared items to dispel the soul and change the inheritance, so he would have to start all over again.

"OK then."

The woman did not insist. She gently raised her palm, opened her mouth, and revealed a rhombus-shaped black crystal.

"Here, take this. It can help you and also serve as a token. When you succeed, come back here to find me, and I will go with you then."

"Before you become a Soul Master, do not tell anyone that you have seen me, or you will be in big trouble."

"What do you mean? Who are you, and what do you want?"

Seeing that the other party was about to stop communicating, Chen Lin hurriedly asked the question that had been on his mind.

But the other party still didn't answer.

My vision blurred again.

The mountains, the sea of ​​flowers, the red walls—all have vanished.

He returned to the secret place, only to find it desolate and shrouded in endless darkness.

"what."

Tie Zhu's voice rang out.

"Dad, why did you come out? Didn't you go to the bridal chamber with your new stepmother? It's such a pity that I didn't get to drink this last jar of fine wine."

"What wedding night?"

Chen Lin's heart stirred, and he asked.

"Dad, have you forgotten? Has your memory been erased?"

Tie Zhu asked in surprise.

Then he explained, “After we entered the palace behind the red wall, you subdued the female ghost inside, took her as your concubine, and obtained five hundred ghost soldiers and generals.”

"correct."

Iron Pillar flew out of Chen Lin's package.

After surveying the area, he muttered dejectedly, "Damn it, it was just an illusion. I, the protagonist, have been played. Damn it, I must find a way to temper my mind and make up for my weaknesses when I get back..."

Chen Lin ignored Tie Zhu's resentment.

Extend your palm.

The black, rhombus-shaped crystal came into view, its gentle appearance conveying a sense of untouchability.

The existence of this object is enough to prove that what just happened was real, and that his obtaining the phoenix crown was not a coincidence, but related to his soul master inheritance.

The owner of the phoenix crown used this as a selection criterion; if she passed, she would meet the other person, and if she didn't, she would become a member of the sea of ​​flowers.

of course.

It's also possible that the other party is a victim, bound by the rules, and needs to be rescued by the original inheritor.

Calm your mind.

Chen Lin kept the woman's words to himself and didn't tell Tie Zhu.

It's not that I don't trust Tiezhu, but there's no need to say anything, because he has no intention of coming back. He won't get involved in whatever the other party's purpose is, nor does he have the ability to do so.

He dared not touch the rules that could even bind the other party.

"Dad, can you upgrade Mom's steamed buns? They're not useful to me right now. I'm in a hurry to improve my state of mind."

The iron rod wrapped around Chen Lin's wrist and made its demands.

"no problem."

Chen Lin smiled.

He glanced once more at the location where the red wall had originally stood, then spread his soul wings and continued flying in the direction he had chosen.

The mind is under extreme tension.

Before entering, Yu Yuanqi had warned that there might be monsters here. They had just encountered such a powerful being, and if they encountered another one, it would be troublesome.

The most important thing is that you've just used the Luck Enhancement Technique, and the backlash will come immediately, making it highly likely that you'll encounter another one.

Chen Lin continued to increase his speed.

He needed to get as far away from the area as possible before the effects of the Luck Spell wore off, ideally flying to the rendezvous point Yu Yuanqi had mentioned, where he could hide and wait for the backlash of misfortune to subside.

As he flew, Chen Lin examined the rhombus-shaped crystal.

This thing might be a treasure; I wonder if I can use it directly to enhance my strength.

But he soon discovered that this item was not an offensive or defensive treasure, but rather an auxiliary one. The energy it released could continuously nourish his soul, causing a subtle change within it.

The effect is very slow.

But you can still feel it.

Because the transformed soul has become subtly more powerful.

The words of the woman in the phoenix coronet echoed in Chen Lin's mind once again.

"Could it be that kind of characteristic?"

He muttered to himself.

I used to think the other party was just being deliberately mysterious, but now it seems that 'that characteristic' really exists.

But what exactly is it that even he himself cannot perceive?
After much thought, Chen Lin felt that this so-called 'characteristic' should be related to his identity as a transmigrator, and was also the source of his special soul.

We can't feel it now because we lack the strength; perhaps we'll see the truth after the soul is released.

Just as he was thinking this, Chen Lin paused.

The mysterious fortune quickly dissipated, replaced by a strong feeling of palpitations.

Misfortune has struck back!

"There is a situation!"

The luck had just dissipated when Tie Zhu issued a warning.

Chen Lin immediately stopped and looked to his left front.

A crow flashed by.

Then came the second, the third, and more and more.

These crows are entirely black and fly without making a sound, appearing like ghosts in the darkness.

By the time they discovered it, they had already formed an encirclement.

"Gah!"

Upon seeing Chen Lin's discovery, one of the crows made a strange cry, causing Chen Lin to feel his thoughts scattered and unable to concentrate.

"The Dark Raven?"

He immediately thought of a creature.

Back in the lower realm, he had encountered a similar creature with the same cry and abilities, but this one was much stronger, hundreds or thousands of times more powerful than the one he had encountered.

"Quack quack!"

As soon as the first crow fell, the others joined in, sounding like there were at least a hundred of them.

"Noisy!"

Chen Lin gave a soft shout.

The Soul-Destroying Finger was unleashed in succession, sending out wave after wave of ghostly light.

The strange screams stopped abruptly.

Immediately afterwards, a series of muffled thuds were heard, and at least a dozen crows fell to the ground.

The rest fled in panic.

Chen Lin's eyes flashed.

I thought the monsters that appeared under the influence of bad luck would be very powerful, but I didn't expect to be dealt with so easily.

He didn't chase after them.

I went over and inspected it, then collected all the crow carcasses in one place and examined them carefully.

It was ultimately determined that it was not a raven.

These crows have a distinctly eerie aura, but lack any dark or malevolent energy. They are mutated beasts that have been corrupted by strange energy.

But whether it's a mythical beast or a monster, it can be countered by the Soul-Destroying Finger, so it's not very dangerous for him.

Except for women wearing phoenix crowns.

"Daddy is awesome!"

Tie Zhu promptly offered a compliment.

"It's okay."

Chen Lin smiled and replied, easing his tense mood caused by the backlash of misfortune. He then dissected all the crows one by one and took out their demon cores.

Unfortunately, they are all at the Qi Realm level and not yet fully formed, so their value is not very high.

But they still accepted the package.

They also cut off the crow's meat and kept it as food.

move on.

After a short while, Chen Lin stopped again, activated his Heavenly Eye, and looked down from the air.

Below is a vast expanse of ruins, which appears to be the residence of the Linglong Sect disciples.

This gave him a boost of spirits.

Such a complex of buildings must be built in the central area of ​​the sect, which means that he chose the right location. As long as a meeting point is found, it will be safer.