Martial Universe: Starting with Lin Langtian, who crippled Lin Dong's father.

Chapter 40 Ancestral Symbol Trial, Endless Dark Domain

Lin Langtian and Xiao Diao remained silent.

This old man was the previous owner of the Devouring Ancestral Symbol and had also participated in that epic battle against the alien demons.

Regardless, I hold it in my heart with respect.

And this last glimpse.

This is probably the last trace it left in this world.

Therefore, the man and the sable followed his gaze.

I watched the sun slowly rise.

Just a moment later.

That rising sun seemed to ascend to a celestial realm, hovering in the sky.

This land is desolate and boundless, devoid of any signs of life.

And this rising sun also brought a glimmer of life to this desolate land.

Only when the sun was high in the sky did the old man in black robes turn his head and look at Lin Langtian.

He slowly raised his aged hand.

Then, the black pillar on which he sat suddenly exploded, forming thousands of rays of light and shadow, which finally transformed into a pitch-black rune.

With a gentle wave of his hand, the black runes flashed towards Lin Langtian.

The latter also hurriedly extended both hands and respectfully accepted the rune.

Black light flowed slowly across the runes, emitting a faint glow in the sunlight.

When placed in the palm of your hand, it exudes a faint coolness.

"Remember, obtaining the Ancestral Symbol does not mean you can rest easy or squander its power at will. Rather, it means you must shoulder the heavy responsibility of protecting humanity. You will understand this later..."

As he spoke, the old man in black robes slowly closed his eyes.

Its form gradually became ethereal, eventually turning into wisps of black ash that drifted away with the wind.

Lin Langtian bowed to the spot where the old man had passed away, and said solemnly.

"Thank you for your guidance, senior."

Although he knew it was a damaged portrait, he still admired this sincere and compassionate predecessor.

"Hey kid, did you know something beforehand? Otherwise, why would you have 'accidentally' barged in like that?"

The little ferret teased from the side.

"In any case, we've got the Ancestral Devouring Symbol, haven't we?"

Lin Langtian examined the black runes in his hand and smiled calmly.

"Alright, let's refine the Devouring Ancestral Symbol first, then we can enjoy ourselves later."

Xiao Diao's tone was somewhat hurried.

After all, the Devouring Ancestral Symbol is now as easy as taking something out of a bag.

But since I haven't received it yet, I'm naturally a little anxious.

Lin Langtian nodded, put away the black rune, and then stepped into the black vortex again.

Little Marten quickly followed, transforming into a streak of light and flashing into the vortex.

……

On the black altar.

A pitch-black vortex suddenly appeared and began to slowly rotate.

The light and shadow flashed, and then a figure stepped out from it. In the blink of an eye, another purple light and shadow streaked out from it.

The top of the huge black pillar.

It remains the same as before.

The black Devouring Ancestral Symbol still hovered in the center of the six-pointed star array, emitting waves of devouring aura.

"Let's refine it here. There's probably no safer place in the outside world."

The little sable pondered for a moment, then said.

Lin Langtian nodded and then sat cross-legged next to the Devouring Ancestral Symbol.

The natal spirit talisman in the Niwan Palace roared out, surrounding the Devouring Ancestral Talisman and slowly rotating.

Then he took out the black rune given to him by the old man in black robes and slowly affixed it to the Devouring Ancestral Symbol.

Although we've already succeeded most of the way, we still can't be careless. If we mess things up here, we'll be in big trouble.

"Buzz!"

Just as spiritual power surged into the Devouring Ancestral Symbol.

Lin Langtian felt a sudden darkness before his eyes, as if his entire body was enveloped by a force.

Consciousness seemed to freeze.

Just before darkness was about to completely envelop them, an aged voice came from beside them.

"Remember that everything in this world is an illusion. Only by staying true to yourself and walking steadily on the path you are on can you succeed."

Finally, there was another sentence.

"Watch where you're going..."

Before Lin Langtian could react, he also lost consciousness after the last sound disappeared.

I don't know how much time passed.

When I opened my eyes again, I was completely surrounded by darkness.

There was not a single ray of light.

It completely deprives all the senses.

Whether it's sight, hearing, or touch.

They all vanished into this darkness.

Even though Lin Langtian had made preparations well in advance, the oppressive silence was like a giant hand tightly gripping his heart, making it hard for him to breathe.

Although I didn't experience the dark room of my past life.

But I've only heard bits and pieces about how terrifying it is.

But after actually stepping into this space, I gradually experienced the terror that had been rumored.

A feeling of helplessness and weakness welled up inside me.

His once formidable spiritual power was now unusable, as if it had vanished, making it impossible to connect to.

At this moment, he...

Just like in his previous life, he returned to the state of an ordinary person.

Despite the fear.

But Lin Langtian knew in his heart that if he continued like this, he would go crazy sooner or later, so he had to calm down immediately.

In a silent, dark space, without communication or feeling, this state is more terrifying than death!

I forced myself to cheer up.

They walked slowly, step by step, into the darkness ahead.

To gain power, this is the only way; even as a transmigrator, there are no shortcuts.

……

A long time has passed.

Lin Langtian was almost numb at this point. Everything he could think of, everything he had experienced, he had already recalled countless times.

I don't know how much time has passed.

One minute.

……

One hour.

……

One day, one year, two years...

Lin Langtian had completely lost the concept of time.

Like a soulless shell.

Walking in this space filled with deathly silence.

He had once roared hysterically in despair, and he had also broken down in tears.

But all of this was to no avail.

Gradually, after experiencing all of this, he calmed down again and quietly walked forward.

As my mind gradually stabilized, I found myself in a strange state.

There was no emotion whatsoever, no feeling whatsoever.

Only three words remained in my mind.

Keep moving forward.

Like an obsession, it keeps moving forward.

Lin Langtian was somewhat pleased with this situation.

Although I don't know if I've gone mad, being free from the darkness and no longer feeling suffocated like before is a good thing.

As for whether he's really gone mad.

That happened after we got out...

……

in the dark.

A figure walked silently.

His steps were mechanical, each one precise and perfectly controlled.

"I walk in the darkness, and comprehend the true meaning of devouring; devouring is everything."

A hoarse voice slowly emerged.

This is the truth that Lin Dong finally realized in the original work, and it is also the key to breaking out of this dark space.

(End of this chapter)