Master of Devouring Stars

In the vast expanse of time and space.

Li Ze nodded slightly upon hearing Tian Xun's words: "Senior Tian Xun, teleporting me directly here must have been your doing, right?"

"Ah."

Tianxun nodded, not denying it, and continued, "For countless years, I have been sleeping in Tianxun Mountain. Even if a life enters Tianxun Mountain, it has never met my requirements to awaken me."

"You are the first!"

"When I awoke this time, I first saw you fighting those guardian spirit soldiers and easily defeating them," Tianxun smiled. "Then, in the Reception Hall, I watched you activate the Reception Array at an astonishing speed, directly triggering the complete revival of Tianxun Mountain."

"Your strength is probably quite extraordinary even among the Hunyuan Lords."

"Never in the long history of life that has entered Tianxun Mountain has anyone of your level."

"You flatter me, senior," Li Ze said calmly.

He understood what Tian Xun meant. According to what the other party said, some lives had probably entered Tian Xun Mountain over the long years, but due to their strength, they could not pass the outer test. In fact, those lives had probably already perished on the outer perimeter of Tian Xun Mountain.

“I’m telling you the truth. I can tell you’re very young,” Tian Xun said with a faint smile. “To have the combat power of a Hunyuan Lord in such a short time, you probably have a big secret.”

Upon hearing this, Li Ze's aura subtly changed, and a hint of vigilance arose.

"Haha, don't be nervous."

"Who among those who reach the pinnacle doesn't have secrets?" Sensing the change in Li Ze's aura, Tian Xun said with a faint smile, "I have already fallen, so even if I obtained the secrets you possessed, it would be of no use."

"Besides, even if you really have a big secret, I might not be interested in you."

“Although you are a prodigy, the Hunyuan Space has existed for a very long time and has also given birth to some extremely prodigies. Although those prodigies had only cultivated for a short time, they were dazzling and peerless. I have also witnessed them.” Tian Xun looked at Li Ze.

Li Ze did not lower his guard because of the other party's words, but asked directly, "Senior, what do you want to do with me by teleporting me here?"

"Presumably, through the information in the guiding array, you already understand why my Tianxun clan was destroyed?" Tianxun did not answer Li Ze's question, but instead asked.

"Mm." Li Ze nodded slightly.

“Although our Tianxun clan was destroyed by the will of the Hunyuan Space Rules, I believe that our idea of ​​breaking through to the level of Lord was not wrong.” Tianxun said in a deep voice: “The only mistake was that we chose the wrong time and place.”

"For countless years, I have been waiting, waiting for a powerful figure like you to come in, inherit the legacy of my clan, and embark once again on the path of controlling the fundamental rules of the Chaos Space!"

As Tian Xun finished speaking, his eyes lit up as he looked at Li Ze and solemnly asked, "Are you willing?"

"The path to mastering the fundamental rules of the Hunyuan Space?" Li Ze was silent for a moment, then shook his head slightly: "I'm sorry, senior, I have my own path of cultivation to follow, and I'm afraid I'll have to disappoint you."

In Li Ze's view.

His own inner universe path was also a path rejected by the fundamental rules of the primordial space, a path leading to the pinnacle.

He's already reached this level; it's fine for him to learn from the strengths of other cultivation paths, but how could he possibly switch to another cultivation path?

Seeing Li Ze's direct refusal, Tian Xun was taken aback at first, then smiled and said, "You don't need to be so quick to refuse. Would you like to know why my clan was so determined to take the path of controlling the fundamental rules of the Chaos Space?"

"I'd like to hear the details." Li Ze was also a little curious. Since the Tianxun Clan had a being at the level of a Hunyuan Lord, they couldn't possibly be unaware of the power of the Hunyuan Space's fundamental rules. With their strength, how dare they do such a thing?

"It's because our clan discovered a rare treasure called the 'Ancient Road to Domination' in the Chaotic Origin Space. Within that treasure, our clan's powerful members underwent numerous trials before obtaining some secrets beyond the level of a lord."

"The Ancient Road of Domination? A secret beyond the level of a lord?" Li Ze's face showed a solemn expression.

“Yes, the secrets above the Sovereign, the reason why my clan embarked on the path of controlling the origin of the Chaos Space, was deduced from these secrets.” Tian Xun said, “Although my Tian Xun clan was destroyed, the ‘Ancient Path of the Sovereign’ remained, right here in Tian Xun Mountain.”

“Originally, beings entering Tianxun Mountain had to undergo numerous trials set up by my clan before being sent to the Ancient Road of Domination. However, because your strength and talent are both strong enough, making you the strongest among all beings who have entered Tianxun Mountain over the countless years, I did not subject you to any further trials.”

“After all, under the suppression of the original rules of the Hunyuan Space, a lot of energy is needed to maintain the operation of Tianxun Mountain.” Tianxun looked at Li Ze with a half-smile.

Li Ze was speechless.

It sounds like there would be many difficulties and challenges if I wanted to get here under normal circumstances.

However, Tianxun directly used the array in the Reception Hall to open a passage and teleport himself here.

"Then, senior, do you want me to enter the 'Ancient Road of Domination'?" Li Ze asked.

“That’s right.” Tian Xun nodded. “Of course, with your strength, I can’t force you to go in. Whether you go in or not is entirely up to you.”

"With your abilities, you are qualified to make a choice."

"If you are unwilling to go in, I will give you a Lord-level Primordial Treasure and then send you out. At that time, I hope that after you leave, you can inform other powerful figures about Tianxun Mountain so that more powerful figures can come in."

"If you're willing to go in, I'll open the entrance for you right now."

After saying that, Tian Xun quietly looked at Li Ze, waiting for his choice.

Li Ze also fell into thought.

He wasn't surprised that the other party gave him a Hunyuan Secret Treasure and then sent him away, given the first option.

Since he was unwilling to take the path of controlling the original rules of the Hunyuan Space, and was unwilling to enter the so-called 'Ancient Road of Domination', the other party would definitely not allow him to continue exploring in Tianxun Mountain.

But given his current strength, the other party could easily determine that it was impossible to forcibly expel or keep him; they could only offer him some benefits to make him leave on his own.

But it's a Lord-level Chaos Origin Treasure.

For most world-class Chaos Origin beings, a Lord-level Chaos Origin Treasure might be incredibly precious, but for Li Ze, having one more or one less makes little difference.

He was more interested in the rare treasure the other party mentioned, the 'Ancient Road of Domination'.

"Senior, what information is contained within the Ancient Road of Domination?" Li Ze asked directly.

“I can’t say that.” Tian Xun shook his head simply: “I can only tell you that the Ancient Road of the Sovereign contains amazing secrets. Even when I went in back then, I couldn’t reach the end.”

"This is extremely dangerous and the further you go, the more difficult it becomes."

“Once you go deeper, it’s not something you can just retreat from as you please.” Tian Xun said solemnly, “Back then, one of our clansmen, second only to Lord Hunyuan, perished there.”

"Although you are strong in direct combat, your cultivation level has not truly reached the Lord level. If you go in, you may not come back alive."

"Moreover, advancing on the Ancient Road of Domination tests not only strength, but strength is not even the most important factor." Tian Xun looked at Li Ze and said, "I can see that you are incredibly strong, and the path of cultivation you have taken is probably also extremely unusual."

"But if one does not break through to the Hunyuan Lord level, then one has not broken through at all. Without the ability to be immortal and indestructible, it means that there is a possibility of one's demise."

Fall?

Hearing Tian Xun's words, Li Ze became even more interested.

“Senior, I am willing to explore the Ancient Road of the Sovereign.” Li Ze’s voice was calm, yet it revealed an unwavering conviction. “Don’t you want to think it over? A Lord-level Chaos Origin Treasure is actually quite good. I can make one suitable for you.” Tian Xun smiled.

"Hehe, senior, you really don't want me to go in?" Li Ze looked at the other person, as if he could see right through him.

Seeing Li Ze's smile, Tian Xun nodded slightly: "Then I'll send you in to investigate. I hope you'll find something."

He looked at Li Ze and vaguely saw the shadows of many powerful figures, all of them so confident and so resolute.

This is exactly what he needs.

Subsequently.

Tian Xun waved his hand, and a huge crack appeared in the void not far away.

"Rumble~" As the crack opened, a thick stone path appeared, leading to an unknown distance. It was dark and unpredictable, and an aura of boundless desolation emanated from it in an instant.

Instantly, the massive energy flow that had been floating in the nearby void rushed into the stone path as if it had gone mad.

“Go ahead, how far you go is up to you,” Tianxun said.

Li Ze nodded, bowed to Tian Xun, and then transformed into a stream of light, flying into the deep stone path.

Rumble~
Suddenly, endless black mist was released from the deep stone path, completely engulfing Li Ze who had entered it.

"Unwilling to take the path of controlling the fundamental rules of the Hunyuan Space?" Tian Xun watched Li Ze disappear silently, a smile appearing on his face as he said, "I hope you will still stick to your ideas after you come out."

After saying that, he vanished into the void, and the Ancient Road of Domination also disappeared completely in an instant.

The "Dominant Ancient Road," though called a road, is actually a rugged and arduous stone staircase leading upwards. Its destination is unknown.
The stone steps were only a few meters wide, and the surrounding area was completely dark, with no end in sight.

As soon as Li Ze entered, his body automatically returned to its normal size. Standing at the bottom of the stone steps, he looked up and saw the steps stretching into endless darkness, with no idea where they led.

"I can't even see what's happening a kilometer away?" Li Ze muttered to himself.

The moment Li Ze stepped onto the stone steps, he felt as if he had returned to his weakest period, no, even weaker than his weakest period. He was like an ordinary person on Earth, unable to project his soul, consciousness, divine power, or any other means. He could only observe his surroundings through his own eyes.

Of course, none of his powers disappeared; they were simply unable to be applied outside his body.

"The rules within this Ancient Road of Domination seem to be completely different from those outside." Li Ze sensed the power contained within his body while surveying his surroundings.

At this moment, Li Ze vaguely understood Tian Xun's words.

In the Ancient Road of Domination, those who enter are not only tested on their combat strength.

"but!"

Li Ze's eyes shone with light: "The path I'm taking requires me to comprehend some power different from that contained in the Hunyuan Space. This Ancient Path of Domination might really help me take another step forward."

"Let me see what secrets this ancient road of domination holds!"

call!
Thinking it over, Li Ze stepped directly onto the first stone step.

Instantly, he felt an overwhelming and immense pressure rolling in, the spatial suppression being thousands or even tens of thousands of times greater than it had been on the Tianxun Mountain Continent.

Almost at the same time.

boom!
A deafening explosion rang out from the stone steps, and countless rays of light converged from the surrounding darkness, transforming into an endless torrent of light that surged toward Li Ze.

That wasn't light at all; it was clearly 'threads' formed from the convergence of various Dao principles.

Like a tidal wave crashing down on a vast ocean, it attempted to destroy Li Ze's body.

This was an absolutely terrifying scene, and if it were to spread, it would surely shock countless Hunyuan experts and even Hunyuan lords.

Because the mysteries contained in these Daos are completely different from the Dao rhymes contained in the origin of the primordial space outside!

It was as if this was the Dao from another world.

"These mysteries contained within the Dao do not belong to the Devouring World?" Ze seemed to ponder, but made no move, his body brazenly enduring the impact of countless threads of Dao.

His body immediately began to be damaged; his skin was torn apart, revealing the bright red flesh inside.

Some of the bones were even visible.

However, the collision between the strands of silk and the Daoist essence contained within his body produced inexplicable fluctuations that directly penetrated Li Ze's mind, causing countless insights to surge into his heart.

“Hiss, these Daoist rhythms fluctuate.”

"really!"

“Although this Ancient Road of Domination is dangerous, it also contains great opportunities. My physical body is so powerful that even if I don’t resist the attack of a Lord-level Chaos Origin Treasure, I would not be so easily injured. But these are just threads of Dao that can.” Li Ze realized: “However, these Dao are exactly what I need.”

"Perceive these profound mysteries!"

Thinking.

boom!
Li Ze moved, throwing a punch with all his might. His fist was covered in blood, but it contained an extremely strong will, as if it could pierce through the entire sky!
"Boom!" The fist, unparalleled throughout history, possessed boundless power, containing the essence of all the Dao that Li Ze had comprehended.

In an instant.

The strands of Dao energy that were impacting Li Ze's body were all annihilated by this punch, leaving only the mysterious fluctuations generated by the impact to invade him, allowing Li Ze to gain a deeper understanding of the profound mysteries of Dao.

this moment.

Li Ze's consciousness seemed to merge into the origin of another world, his consciousness rapidly operating, comprehending the Daoist principles contained within those fluctuations.

In an instant, Li Ze's understanding of these Daos surged.

time flies.

"Bang~"

Li Ze continued forward, stepping onto higher-level stone steps. With each new step he ascended, more and more complex threads of Dao would condense and be born, rushing towards Li Ze.

Li Ze repeatedly swung his fist, colliding with the threads, turning them into nothingness while comprehending all the fluctuations within them.

The killing move stems from an understanding of the Great Destruction, and it is something that Yuhe's superior laws and origins cannot suppress or shake.

As he climbed higher stone steps, more Dao fluctuations entered his mind, and a large number of different Dao insights surged into Li Ze's heart. He understood that this was a rare and great opportunity, a great opportunity that would allow him to go further on the path of the inner universe!
Moving forward step by step.

As Li Ze comprehended more and more Dao principles, changes slowly began to occur within his inner universe! (End of Chapter)