I Created a Sanctuary in Marvel

Chapter 211 Returning to This Universe, the Fantastic Four

"Snap!!"

A crisp cracking sound came from the dimensional gap, as if an invisible glass had been shattered.

Ye Feng stepped out of the chaotic passage and landed back on the relatively solid foundation of the dimensional gap in this universe.

"Phew—I'm finally back."

He let out a long sigh of relief, and the starlight around him, which was used to resist the erosion of the infinite hell, slowly receded.

The return journey was more complicated and mentally taxing than the outward journey, as it required more careful avoidance of the territories of certain powerful beings and dealing with some unexpected obstacles.

"If we succeed this time—we won't have to rely on the dangerous path of Infinite Hell anymore."

Ye Feng frowned slightly. Every time he crossed that area filled with endless malice and pain, it was like dancing on the edge of a knife, a double test of will and luck.

Becoming a Dimensional Lord and controlling an independent dimension means he will have a private ferry that allows him to travel relatively safely between the multiverses and a stable base of operations.

He was utterly weary of this feeling of entrusting his fate entirely to perilous paths.

"I hope it will succeed."

He muttered to himself, composed himself, and walked toward the wall that was shimmering with a soft light.

As the Sorcerer Supreme of this universe, this barrier, which is indestructible to ordinary people, is nothing to him.

He extended his finger and gently touched the surface, causing ripples to spread, and his figure had already blended into them.

The familiar aura of the primordial laws enveloped me like a gentle stream of water, dispelling the last trace of the chill and discomfort brought by hell.

"I'm finally back."

Ye Feng completely relaxed his tense nerves. In this universe that he had cultivated for so long, the sense of security was completely different.

"Swish! Swish!"

Almost the instant his aura was fully revealed, two streaks of light pierced the sky and appeared before him in an instant.

It was Wu Fengji and Athena who sensed his return and rushed over.

"Your Majesty! You've finally returned!"

Wu Fengji's spirited face was filled with undisguised excitement, while Athena maintained more composure, but the joy that shone in her wise eyes was equally genuine.

Ye Feng glanced at the two of them, a hint of approval on his face: "It seems you haven't let your guard down while I was away."

"His aura is refined, his inner universe is surging. He's only one step away from comprehending the seventh sense, Manas, and truly entering the realm of gods. Very good."

Both of them were slightly encouraged by Ye Feng's affirmation.

Wu Fengji immediately replied, "It's all thanks to the clear cultivation path left by Your Majesty, and the support of the Holy Domain's resources. Your departure this time—it seems to have lasted quite a while?"

She keenly sensed the profound feeling of having traveled a long journey in Ye Feng's aura.

"More than ten years have passed where I am. What about where you are?"

Ye Feng asked directly, as this was his main concern.

Wu Fengji and Athena exchanged a glance, and Athena spoke: "Counting from the time you left this universe, it has been exactly one year to today."

"One year versus ten years?"

"The flow of time is out of sync?"

"It seems that the unique nature of the Time Prison distorted the normal time flow of that nascent multiverse, accelerating its internal processes to accommodate the rapid rise of the new gods and the cycle of Ragnarok?"

Ye Feng frowned again.

He analyzed in a low voice that this was not good news.

The vast difference in the flow of time means that he cannot linger too long in this universe, otherwise the variables there may become uncontrollable, and Odin's lifespan and the stability of the situation will be in question.

"Your Majesty, what's the situation over there—"

Wu Fengji couldn't help but ask with concern.

"Overall, the project is progressing as planned, and there have been no major problems."

"With Gaia's cover, my arrival was very secretive."

"We have reached a deep cooperation with Odin, the king of the gods of Asgard, and have acquired some key resources and knowledge."

"But when it comes to dealing with Mangog, our current strength is far from sufficient."

Ye Feng gave a brief summary.

He said in a solemn tone, "Once that thing breaks free, it will start at the level of a single universe, and as it grows, it may even threaten the structure of the multiverse."

"The Celestials are probably no match for it, not even cannon fodder. Even the Celestials trapped in that universe would have an uncertain fate against the fully-formed Mangog."

"Mangog————"

Athena repeated the ominous name softly, her expression somewhat dazed, as if she were seeing herself being torn apart again.

"So your sudden return this time is to seek the power to break the deadlock?"

Wu Fengji suddenly realized.

"That's right."

"The target is the dimension left behind by the Lightbringer Harps, which was suppressed beneath Kunlun."

"If I can successfully refine that dimension and become its lord, my strength will experience a qualitative leap."

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"By then, not only will their own combat power soar, but they will also benefit from the unique ability of dimensional lords to exist outside the timeline and be empowered by their own dimensional laws."

"Even when facing an enemy at the level of the Shadow Ancient God, I have the confidence to maneuver and even fight back, instead of having to be careful and hide at every turn like I am now."

Ye Feng nodded, casting the light eastward, as if piercing through space, and saw the majestic Kunlun Mountains.

Upon hearing this, Wu Fengji's face showed worry: "But Your Majesty, that dimension—is too dangerous."

"Last time we only explored the periphery, and those derivative monsters corrupted by dark power were already incredibly powerful. The core area has been corrupted by the power of Sithon and Set for countless years, I'm afraid—"

She still felt lingering fear when she recalled their last experience fighting side by side.

The monsters derived from mere remnants of power were enough to put her and Ye Feng in a fierce battle, which shows how dangerous the dimension itself was.

"I know the risks, but it doesn't mean there's no chance of winning."

"The essence of that dimension is light. Although it has been suppressed and eroded by the power of the dark god for a long time, the source of light has not been completely devoured or assimilated; it is just dormant."

"This is the greatest foundation. Secondly, I have the elemental imprint bestowed upon me by Mother Earth Gaia, which greatly enhances my perception and control over the elemental forces within the dimension."

"Finally, and most crucially—"

With a flick of his wrist, a crystal radiating immortal light appeared—Badr's divine spark of light.

"This complete divine spark of light is the best key to awakening and unifying the remaining source of light in that dimension."

"Combining these three factors is worth a shot. Of course, if things don't go well, I won't fight to the bitter end; I'll withdraw in time. After all, preserving my usefulness is essential for the future."

Seeing that he was well-prepared and determined, Wu Fengji and Athena knew that persuasion was useless, so they could only suppress their worries and turn them into support.

"By the way, nothing much has gone wrong here while I was away for a year, has anything?"

Ye Feng turned to Athena and asked about the situation on Earth and in the Sanctuary.

"No major issues, everything is proceeding as planned, even better than expected."

"Since the Holy Domain established its global leadership position, the integrated system of learning, cultivation, awakening, and advancement that you have developed has been fully implemented. Society is functioning well, and the development of extraordinary power is orderly and full of vitality."

"Earth civilization has initially acquired the capability for interstellar exploration and is making steady progress."

"As for minor matters—Dr. Reed Richards' four-person scientific expedition team encountered abnormal solar storm radiation during a near-Earth orbit experiment, and all members gained different superpowers. They are currently adapting to and exploring the use of these abilities, which is an unexpected bonus for Earth's advanced scientific research and reserves of extraordinary power."

"In addition—Zeus sent me a message a few days ago: the universe has been quite turbulent recently. Several planets that have given birth to intelligent civilizations have been completely destroyed by an unknown force, their ecosystems have been completely wiped out, and they have been turned into absolute dead zones."

"The murderer acted cleanly and efficiently, leaving no obvious traces. The motive is unknown. Zeus is trying to track him down, but has no definite clues yet."

Athena reports to the leader.

"The Fantastic Four have appeared—in the Dead Zone—"

Ye Feng nodded thoughtfully.

The changes in Reed's team were expected, but the events in the Dead Zone sent by Zeus were strange and required close attention.

"I understand. I'll write these down beforehand."

"The news of my return should not be made public for the time being. Regardless of the success or failure of my dimensional journey, I will make a public appearance before leaving this universe again to reassure people."

He must minimize outside speculation and interference regarding his whereabouts.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

The two responded in unison.

Without alerting the others in the Holy Domain, Ye Feng, accompanied by Wu Fengji and Athena, arrived directly at the summit of Kunlun Mountain through a secret teleportation array within the Holy Domain.

The ancient and powerful seal atop the mountain remains unchanged, exuding a vast and profound aura, firmly sealing off the abyss below.

After the last upheaval, the seal seemed to have been reinforced, and now appeared exceptionally stable, so stable that one almost doubted whether the previous upheaval was just an illusion.

Ye Feng stood quietly in front of the sealed entrance for a day, adjusting his state to its peak.

"I'm leaving this place in your care."

Ye Feng spoke to his two capable lieutenants beside him.

"Your Majesty, do you really not need us to accompany you? Even just providing support from the outside would be helpful."

Wu Fengji couldn't help but speak again, her brows furrowed with worry.

Dimensional conquest, especially in dimensions corrupted by the power of ancient evil gods, involves too many variables. It's truly worrying to venture into such a place alone.

Ye Feng patted her shoulder, then smiled at Athena, his eyes full of confidence and reassurance: "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

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"When necessary, I will transmit information through soul connection or dimensional fluctuations. You just need to be ready to meet me outside."

"The situation inside is complicated, and having too many people might not be a good thing."

Having said that, he no longer hesitated. His divine power surged slightly, and with one step, his figure disappeared silently into the seemingly indestructible ancient seal, like a pebble sinking into the water.

A flash of light appeared at the entrance, then everything returned to calm, as if nothing had happened.

Wu Fengji and Athena exchanged a glance, both seeing the solemnity and determination in each other's eyes.

They sat cross-legged atop Kunlun Mountain, one on each side, their minds highly focused, ready to respond to any call that might come from the depths of the dimension.