Chapter 1431: Grand Aspiration

A deep darkness flowed within the deepest core of the Cangxuan Heaven world, its ominous and strange aura sending shivers down one's spine.

After a moment of shock, Zhou Yuan slowly regained his composure. He stared at the darkness deep within, his gaze solemn and wary. So, the so-called flaw of Cangxuan Heaven was located here...

The darkness was highly corrosive. Moreover, Zhou Yuan could sense a faint, almost imperceptible will deep within it, yet it filled even him with dread.

Even though he was now the Heaven Master of Cangxuan Heaven, that will still made him feel a suffocating sensation.

"Is it... a wisp of the Saint God's will?!"

Zhou Yuan took a deep breath, his heart racing. Within the entire Heaven Primal World, not even the ancient Saints of the Saint Race could possess such terrifying will. To reach such a level and harbor malice towards all heavens, it could only be the Saint God!

Clearly, this dark corrosion in Cangxuan Heaven was the work of the Saint Race!

At some unknown point, the Saint Race had infused darkness, containing a wisp of the Saint God's will, into the core of the Cangxuan Heaven world. This darkness would gradually spread its corrosion. Given enough time, once the corrosion was complete, even if the Saint Race did not control the Cangxuan Saint Seal, they would still be able to control the entire Cangxuan Heaven.

Furthermore, as Cangxuan Heaven became more corroded, the probability of Saints appearing in this domain would progressively decrease, fundamentally cutting off Cangxuan Heaven's future.

This was likely the primary reason why Cangxuan Heaven had declined among the heavens over tens of thousands of years. The Saint Race was truly malicious.

Zhou Yuan predicted that if he couldn't resolve this hidden crisis within Cangxuan Heaven, it was likely that in the future, Cangxuan Heaven might not even produce any more Saints.

For a domain, this would be a fatal blow.

Therefore, to restore Cangxuan Heaven to its proper state and achieve completeness, this dark corrosion had to be eradicated. However, this was clearly no easy task. Grand Ancestor Cangxuan must have tried many methods for this in the past, but from the current situation, their effects seemed negligible.

Of course, Zhou Yuan fully understood this. After all, he himself stood outside this darkness, daring not to step into it, because he knew that the wisp of Saint God's will hidden within the darkness was too terrifying. Even though he was now the Master of Cangxuan Heaven, if he were to delve deep and be contaminated by the Saint God's will, the outcome would likely be grim.

Just as Sheng Yuan eventually became so insane and twisted because of contamination and corrosion by the Saint God's will, it demonstrated how incredibly domineering the Saint God's will was. Without absolute certainty, Zhou Yuan truly dared not easily touch it or act.

At this moment, Zhou Yuan also understood the meaning behind the mysterious force that had drawn him here.

Zhou Yuan took a deep breath and muttered to himself with solemn words: "Though the path ahead is perilous, as a member of Cangxuan Heaven, it is my duty to protect its beings. If given the opportunity in the future, I will certainly restore Cangxuan Heaven to completeness!"

His voice was low, every word emanating from the depths of his soul, as if he were making a grand vow, aligning with his true self.

Cangxuan Heaven did not possess a clear consciousness, but it did have an instinct for self-preservation. The force that had drawn Zhou Yuan here originated from this.

Zhou Yuan's grand vow could be considered a promise made to all of Cangxuan Heaven and its beings. From another perspective, it was also a form of covenant for him as the new Heaven Master.

As Zhou Yuan's grand vow concluded, he suddenly felt countless whispers in his ears. Immediately after, the countless world networks before his eyes began to glow brilliantly. Zhou Yuan's will slowly emanated at this moment, beginning to merge without hindrance into the so-called "Heaven's Heart."

My heart replaces the Heaven's Heart.

From then on, this heaven and earth truly had a controller and master.

As his own will began to replace the Heaven's Heart, Zhou Yuan also felt an unimaginable change occurring deep within his flesh, blood, and soul...

It was a leap and transformation in his life level.

That was, from mortal to Saint.

The entire power of Cangxuan Heaven's world began to stir at this moment, fully mobilizing to help Zhou Yuan complete this transformation.

"Hmm? The power of heaven and earth is stirring."

At the same time, Cang Yuan and others also noticed the upheaval of power within Cangxuan Heaven. The immensity and grandeur of this power caused even seasoned Double Lotus Saints like them to be slightly moved.

However, after their initial surprise, Cang Yuan couldn't help but beam with joy, because he knew that Zhou Yuan had successfully merged his will with the Heaven's Heart, and from then on, he would truly control Cangxuan Heaven.

And Cangxuan Heaven would, in return, bestow its greatest gift upon this new Heaven Master, supporting him with the power of the entire domain to help Zhou Yuan take that step into Sainthood.

"Cang Yuan, you old fellow, you truly have good fortune! A few years ago, your eldest disciple became a Saint, and now this young disciple of yours has not only become a Heaven Master but is also about to attain Sainthood."

"Tsk, tsk, three Saints from one lineage, that's incredibly rare throughout history."

The other six Double Lotus Saints couldn't help but speak up at this moment, their faces filled with envy and admiration.

As Double Lotus Saints, they naturally understood what a difficult Heavenly Chasm it was to transition from mortal to Saint. From ancient times until now, countless incredibly talented prodigies had failed to cross this Heavenly Chasm, dying with regret.

Once one attained Sainthood, they would instantly leap to the pinnacle of existence in this world, revered and honored by billions.

Cang Yuan having three Saints in his lineage would undoubtedly increase his influence within the Divine Hall of Return to Ruin, allowing him to overshadow other veteran Double Lotus Saints.

Facing the envy of the Saints, Cang Yuan's old face couldn't help but light up with joyful smiles, even though he knew the current situation wasn't entirely appropriate.

At the same time, he felt a sense of emotion. Over the years, he had only taken three personal disciples. Zhou Yuan had joined the latest, yet his attainment of Sainthood far surpassed Zhuan Zhu. Such talent and fortune were indeed a rare sight in tens of thousands of years.

However, regarding Zhou Yuan's tutelage, he, as a master, was not entirely competent. In a sense, Yaoyao was more like Zhou Yuan's true mentor, guiding him from the frail youth with unopened eight meridians to the Heaven Master he was today.

Without Yaoyao, Zhou Yuan might not have achieved what he had today.

And without Zhou Yuan, Yaoyao might not have retained her humanity. By now, she might have become the Third God, filled with divinity, detached, indifferent, and looking down upon all living beings.

These two, supporting each other with their hearts aligned, had journeyed through trials and tribulations together. It was no wonder their bond was so profound.

Just as Cang Yuan was musing, his expression suddenly changed, and his gaze sharply shifted towards the two chaotic pillars of fire ahead. There, two terrifying immense powers were being unleashed, and the swirling pillars of fire were gradually dimming, transforming into countless flickering flames.

Cang Yuan took a deep breath. The seven Saints beside him also grew solemn.

They knew that Mojie and Heizhao were about to break free.