Simultaneous Transmigration: From Douluo Continent to the Pinnacle

The Palace of Stars.

In the void, starlight flowed, and countless stars twinkled in the darkness, like eternal guardians. Deep within the palace, two star thrones stood side by side, the gems inlaid on their backs emitting a soft glow.

Lin Yao, from the Doupo world, leaned back on his throne, legs crossed, holding a cup of fine wine formed from the power of stars. He wore a long black robe with golden cloud patterns embroidered on the hem—the kind of attire only Dou Zun powerhouses on the Dou Qi Continent were qualified to wear. His aura was calm and restrained, like a bottomless lake, but the occasional flashes of sharpness were enough to make people tremble with fear.

Sitting next to him was Lin Yao from Reincarnation University. He wore a dark blue uniform with an embroidered badge on the chest—an open book supporting a star, symbolizing the spirit of Reincarnation University. He was tall and handsome, with a sharp and confident look in his eyes.

The two were chatting casually, exchanging interesting stories from their respective worlds.

"You have no idea how insane our Reincarnation University's freshman assessment is." Lin Yao from Reincarnation University picked up his glass, took a sip, and shook his head with a sigh. "The first round is a theoretical exam, testing basic knowledge of the Reincarnation Space and the background settings of various worlds. The second round is a practical simulation, where we have to face attacks from various monsters in a virtual space. The third round is even more outrageous; they throw us directly into a real Reincarnation World and require us to complete a task within a limited time."

"That does sound difficult," Lin Yao from Doupo smiled and said, "but with your strength, it shouldn't be too hard, right?"

"Of course." Lin Yao from the University of Reincarnation proudly raised his chin. "Although there are no related films or television shows to correspond to the several reincarnation worlds I experienced, and I don't have the advantage of foresight, I still managed to start the situation by relying on the power of the Star Palace."

He paused, then continued, "To be honest, I was a little surprised when I first realized I knew nothing about the cycle of reincarnation. After all, I thought that since I had transmigrated into the cycle of reincarnation, I could at least have some advantage based on my memories of my past life. But it turned out that those worlds were not any of the movies or novels I had ever watched. It felt like I had prepared a bellyful of answers, only to find out that all the questions were different when I got to the exam hall."

"But you didn't panic?" Lin Yao from Doupo asked.

"I'm not panicking," Lin Yao from Samsara University smiled. "After all, the combined power of the Star Palace is already quite sufficient, enough for me to gain an advantage in the early stages. Moreover, not having the advantage of foresight actually makes me more cautious, preventing me from becoming careless just because I know the plot. As it turns out, being cautious is always the right thing to do."

"And then?" Lin Yao from Doupo asked.

"Things went much better after that," Lin Yao from Reincarnation University said. "With the power granted to me by the Star Palace, coupled with my own hard work, I consistently ranked at the top of my class at Reincarnation University. Those prodigies with the heritage of the Reincarnation Clan were all surpassed by me."

"Of course," he added, "I'm not holding back either. Although I have the Star Palace as my trump card, I've always maintained a cautious attitude. I've prepared multiple identities for myself. To outsiders, I'm just a barely average, excellent college student. Nobody knows that I'm the strongest newcomer on the Reincarnation Space Ranking."

"Keep a low profile and bide your time." Lin Yao nodded. "A wise move."

"And you?" Lin Yao from Reincarnation University asked in return, "How's it going on your end?"

"My side?" Lin Yao thought for a moment and said, "In the Dou Qi Continent, the strong are respected. My current strength is considered that of a strong person in the Dou Qi Continent. However, there is still a considerable gap between me and those truly peak existences."

"But it's alright." He smiled, picked up his wine glass and took a sip. "Once I ascend from the Battle Through the Heavens world to the Great Thousand World, I'll be able to encounter more exciting worlds and stronger opponents. After all, I belong to a later-stage world, so I have plenty of time and opportunities."

"Ascension to the Great Thousand Worlds..." A hint of longing flashed in Lin Yao's eyes at the University of Reincarnation. "That must be amazing."

"Yes," Lin Yao nodded, "I'm looking forward to it too."

As the two were talking, they suddenly sensed a fluctuation coming from the depths of the Star Palace.

That's a sign that someone's joining.

The two exchanged a glance and stood up simultaneously. Their gaze fell upon the center of the palace, where three previously somber thrones were slowly being illuminated. Starlight rose from the base of the thrones, spreading upwards along the backs, and finally coalescing into three bright stars at the top.

Three figures slowly emerged in the starlight.

The man on the left is wearing a brown adventure jacket over a white shirt, khaki cargo pants, and hiking boots. He has a soft-brimmed hat on his head, beneath which is a young and energetic face. He has a camera around his neck, a small dagger at his waist, and a bulging backpack on his back, making him look like an archaeologist who has just returned from a field expedition.

The man in the middle wore a black, tight-fitting combat suit. The suit's material appeared to be some kind of high-tech synthetic material, with a faint fluorescent glow flowing across its surface. He had a well-proportioned and agile physique, exuding a capable and sharp aura. His face was expressionless, and his eyes were calm as still water, but the occasional flashes of shrewdness revealed that he was not as simple as he seemed on the surface.

The man on the right was dressed in magnificent Hanfu. It was a moon-white robe, the hem embroidered with exquisite ink bamboo patterns, a jade belt around his waist, and a fine mutton-fat jade pendant hanging from it. His face was handsome as jade, his eyebrows like distant mountains, his eyes like bright stars, his nose high and straight, and his lips clearly defined. His temperament was gentle and elegant, as if he had stepped out of an ancient painting. Standing there, he was like a walking landscape painting, making people unable to help but look at him more.

The three newlyweds stood in the hall, their faces showing varying degrees of bewilderment and wariness. They surveyed their surroundings—the endless sea of ​​stars, the floating throne of stars, the flowing starlight—their eyes filled with shock and confusion.

Lin Yao from Reincarnation University and Lin Yao from Battle Through the Heavens stepped forward with friendly smiles on their faces.

"Welcome to the Star Palace, three newcomers," Lin Yao from Reincarnation University spoke first, his voice gentle and clear. "I know you must have many questions right now, but please don't be nervous. It's safe here."

"You can call me Lin Yao, from the Samsara University world." He pointed to himself, then to the Battle Through the Heavens Lin Yao beside him, "This is also Lin Yao, from the Battle Through the Heavens world. We are all members of the Star Palace, just like you, all lucky chosen ones."

The three newcomers looked at each other, their faces still showing wariness and doubt.

"I know it's hard for you to believe what you're seeing right now," Lin Yao from Doupo said. "But please give us some time, and we will explain everything to you."

He raised his hand and pointed to the three newly lit thrones in the center of the hall: "Those are your thrones. Every Lin Yao who joins the Star Palace will possess their own throne. It will be linked to your soul and become your anchor point in the Star Palace."

"Now, please take your seats on your thrones," Lin Yao of the Reincarnation University added. "Then, you will see a phantom of a star appear before you. Click on it, and you will gain all the information about the Star Palace, as well as the opportunity to merge your memories with those of Lin Yao from other worlds."

The three newlyweds exchanged another glance, then slowly walked toward their respective thrones.

Lin Yao, from the Jackie Chan Adventures world, was the first to act. He walked to the throne on the left, curiously examined it, and then plopped down on it. The back of the throne automatically adjusted its angle, perfectly conforming to the curve of his back. Sure enough, in the void in front of him, a fist-sized phantom star appeared, emitting a soft light.

"Wow, this is quite comfortable," he muttered, then reached out and pointed at the illusory star.

The instant he touched the illusory star, a massive surge of information flooded his mind. His body trembled slightly, his eyes widened, his mouth opened slightly, and he fell into a brief state of daze.

Immediately afterward, Lin Yao, the one in the middle wearing a black combat suit, also took his seat on the throne. His movements were clean and swift, without the slightest hesitation. He reached out and pointed at the illusory star, also receiving the information stream. However, his expression changed very little; he only frowned slightly before quickly regaining his composure.

Finally, Lin Yao, dressed in Hanfu, gracefully ascended the throne. His movements were composed and elegant, as if he were attending a court banquet. He extended his slender fingers, gently touching the illusory starlight, and then closed his eyes.

A moment later, the three of them opened their eyes almost simultaneously.

The previous confusion and wariness were gone from their eyes; in their place was a sense of understanding and clarity.

"I see..." Lin Yao, from the Jackie Chan Adventures world, murmured. "A star palace, connecting countless worlds... This is so cool!"

An excited smile spread across his face, and he jumped up from his throne as if he'd been injected with adrenaline: "So, does that mean I can go on adventures in other worlds now? That's fantastic! I've been wanting to see the sights of other worlds for ages!"

Lin Yao from Reincarnation University and Lin Yao from Battle Through the Heavens exchanged a smile upon seeing his excited expression.

"This guy seems like he's never going to sit still," Lin Yao from Reincarnation University said in a low voice.

"And he's also very outgoing," Lin Yao from Doupo added.

Lin Yao, from the Jackie Chan Adventures world, heard their murmurs, turned around, and said with a grin, "Seniors, my name is Lin Yao, from the Jackie Chan Adventures world. Strictly speaking, I am Jade's cousin—although if you really get into the details, the blood relation is extremely thin, but we are still related."

He paused, then continued, "My world, how should I put it, appears on the surface to be an ordinary modern world, but in reality, it hides all sorts of magic and mysterious powers. There are talismans, masks, shadow legions, and all kinds of ancient demons and gods."

"I run an antique shop with my uncle—the old man who always keeps saying 'Demons and monsters, get out of here'—and my cousin Jackie Chan. Of course, that's just the surface. In reality, we often have to deal with all sorts of supernatural events."

"I love archaeology and adventure." His eyes gleamed. "After I traveled to that world, I found out I was Xiaoyu's cousin, and I became very interested in the power of talismans. I went on adventures with them. With me, their cousin, by their side, Xiaoyu, who was already a headache for Chenglong, became even more of a headache for him."

At this point, he couldn't help but laugh: "But to be honest, although I have memories of my past life, I didn't deliberately try to change the plot. I like archaeology and adventure, and I'm pretty good at fighting. So I often team up with Xiaoyu to influence the course of events using the power of talismans. Even when we're in adversity, relying on Xiaoyu's cleverness and my own strength, we always manage to reap thrilling and exciting joy."

"An old guy who loves archaeology and adventure, and likes to act young, going on adventures with Xiaoyu," Lin Yao of Reincarnation University thought to himself.

Lin Yao from Doupo noticed the man in the middle wearing a black combat suit and asked, "And you? What world are you from?"

Lin Yao was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "I come from a... game world."

His voice was hoarse, as if he hadn't spoken in a long time: "That world is called 'Warframe.' I am a Tenno, a warrior who controls a Warframe."

"Warframe?" Lin Yao from Reincarnation University was taken aback. "That world sounds like science fiction."

"Yes." Lin Yao, dressed in black, nodded. "In my world, humanity has entered the interstellar age. We explore the universe, discover the ruins of the ancient Orokin civilization, and encounter various dangerous enemies—Grineer, Corpus, Infested... and those Sentients lurking in the shadows."

"I am a Tenno, possessing the ability to control Warframes. Warframes are bio-armor that grants me various extraordinary powers. I can become invisible, unleash energy attacks, manipulate elements, and move at high speeds..."

He paused, then said, "However, my world is in the midst of war. The Grineer and Corpus are vying for supremacy in the galaxy, the Infested are growing in the shadows, and the Sentient are stirring. As Tenno, our mission is to maintain the balance of the galaxy and protect the innocent."

"It sounds like a very dangerous world," Lin Yao from Doupo said.

"Yes," Lin Yao in black nodded, "but it was also very exciting."

Finally, everyone's attention turned to Lin Yao, who was dressed in Hanfu.

He stood up gracefully, cupped his hands in greeting to the crowd, and smiled, "My name is Lin Yao, and I come from a... rather complicated world."

"Complex?" Lin Yao from Reincarnation University raised an eyebrow. "How complex?"

Lin Yao, dressed in Hanfu, sighed and said, "The world I live in is a chaotic world that blends the backgrounds of multiple eras, such as Water Margin, Dream of the Red Chamber, and Romance of the Three Kingdoms."

"What?" Lin Yao from Samsara University and Lin Yao from Battle Through the Heavens were both stunned.

"Yes, you heard me right." Hanfu Lin Yao said with a wry smile, "That world has the Liangshan heroes from 'Water Margin,' the Twelve Beauties of Jinling from 'Dream of the Red Chamber,' and the various warlords from 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms.' These characters, who originally belonged to different eras, all appeared in the same world."

"The world is filled with chaos, yet there is a distorted prosperity. Various forces are vying for power and constantly fighting each other. In this chaotic world, the lives of ordinary people are truly miserable."

"And what about you?" Lin Yao asked in Battle Through the Heavens, "What was your identity in that world?"

A complex expression appeared on Lin Yao's face as he wore Hanfu: "Speaking of which, it was quite a coincidence. My father—the father of this body—once saved Lin Ruhai's life. To repay the life-saving grace, Lin Ruhai adopted me as his son, making me Lin Daiyu's brother."

"Lin Ruhai? Lin Daiyu?" Lin Yao from Reincarnation University was taken aback. "Isn't that a character from 'Dream of the Red Chamber'?"

"Yes." Lin Yao, dressed in Hanfu, nodded. "So I am now Lin Daiyu's brother, living in the Lin family home in Suzhou. Lin Ruhai treats me very well, and Jia Min—Lin Daiyu's mother—also treats me like her own son. As for Lin Daiyu... she is a very intelligent and sensitive girl, and we siblings have a very good relationship."

"However..." He paused, then continued, "I know how the story will unfold. Lin Ruhai will die, Lin Daiyu will go to the capital to seek refuge with the Jia family, and then die in the Jia family in despair. I want to change all of this, but my power alone is limited."

"Fortunately, I have another trump card." A glint flashed in Lin Yao's eyes. "I come with a 'Minecraft' building system. That system allows me to gather resources, build structures, craft equipment, and grow crops... As long as I have enough time and resources, I can build a base of my own."

"A Minecraft building system plus a Dream of Red Mansions starting point..." Lin Yao from Reincarnation University stroked his chin thoughtfully and said, "This combination is quite interesting."

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