Chapter 592: Heavenly Star Positioning, Collecting the Four Great Ancestral Seals (Part 1)

On the way back, Wang Yu chose not to dwell on Kongkong Daoist's impotent rage, the way he had fumed and glared, yet was utterly helpless. Wang Yu wasn't one for empty threats; he'd wait until he held the blade himself to unleash his pent-up frustration. Just an old geezer with mediocre talent, that's all. He was an adversary, but nothing more.

The moment the Void Erosion core was completely purified, the six individuals felt enveloped by an invisible force, their consciousness gradually blurring. Lin Feng felt a tightening in his chest, as if something was being drawn out of his body, yet simultaneously, new power was subtly flowing in.

The world before him began to spin, the heavens and earth turning upside down. He faintly heard Ye Qingxue's voice: "Lin Feng... wake up!"

"I..." Lin Feng abruptly opened his eyes, finding himself lying on soft grass under a clear blue sky. Sunlight filtered through the leaves, dappled and warm.

This was neither the world they had been in before entering the Void Erosion domain, nor the space guided by the Star River Origin Crystal.

"Where is this...?" He struggled to sit up. The spiritual energy in his body flowed smoothly, and the Nine Nether Divine Crystal had regained its original luster.

"We're back," Zhao Yunlan said, standing nearby, gazing calmly into the distance. "But it's not our original world."

Lin Feng followed his gaze, seeing continuous mountain ranges in the distance, rich with spiritual energy. A majestic city was built against the mountainside, with faint figures of cultivators flying through the air.

"It seems we've been transported to an unknown cultivation world," Chu Tianxing said slowly. "But this place... appears more complete than our original world, with no traces of Void Erosion."

Su Yao gently closed her eyes, sensing the surrounding world's energy. "The laws here are stable, spiritual energy is abundant, and... there's none of that oppressive feeling."

Li Hao looked down at a fragment in his hand—the last remnant of the Star River Origin Crystal. It was faintly glowing now, as if responding to a call.

"The Star River Origin Crystal hasn't completed its mission yet," he murmured. "Perhaps our journey isn't over."

Just then, hurried footsteps sounded from a distance. A group of cultivators in dark robes approached quickly, their leader holding a jade slip with a solemn expression.

"Who are you? Why are you at the edge of the forbidden zone?" the man asked coldly, his gaze wary.

Lin Feng and the others exchanged glances, a suspicion already forming in their minds. They had not only crossed space but possibly also the boundaries of time and destiny, arriving in a completely new era of cultivation.

"We are... travelers from another world," Lin Feng slowly stood, his voice firm. "We seek the truth of order and the true path of cultivation."

The cultivator's expression shifted slightly at his words. He then whispered a few words to the person next to him, who immediately turned and left.

A moment later, an old man in purple robes slowly approached, his gaze as deep as the ocean.

"Are you... the inheritors of the Star River Origin Crystal?" the old man asked, a hint of barely perceptible excitement in his voice.

Lin Feng nodded, and the light of the Star River Origin Crystal appeared in his palm.

The old man took a deep breath and slowly knelt. "Finally... you have come."

Everyone was surprised.

"Elder, do you know who we are?" Zhao Yunlan stepped forward, his expression solemn.

The old man looked up, tears glistening in his eyes. "Three hundred years ago, an ancient will left a prophecy: when the Star River Origin Crystal reappears, six 'Children of Order' will descend, bringing new hope."

"New hope?" Ye Qingxue frowned. "Does that mean this world... is also facing a crisis?"

The old man nodded gravely. "Indeed. Although this place has not suffered from Void Erosion, we are experiencing an unprecedented upheaval. The laws of heaven and earth are in chaos, spiritual energy is rampant, and many sects are in turmoil. Some even suspect that all of this is related to the opening of the 'Gate of Reincarnation.'"

"The Gate of Reincarnation?" Li Hao blurted out.

"That is a passage connecting all the myriad worlds," the old man explained slowly. "It is said to open once every thousand years, allowing powerful cultivators to enter and acquire inheritances and opportunities. But this time, it opened prematurely, and... no one knows why."

Lin Feng pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "Perhaps this is why the Star River Origin Crystal brought us here."

Zhao Yunlan nodded. "We need to understand this world's past before we can decide what to do next."

The old man looked at them earnestly. "If you are willing, you may follow me to the 'Heavenly Pivot Holy Land.' There, you will find ancient texts that might answer your questions."

The group exchanged glances and nodded.

Thus, led by the old man, the six stepped onto this unfamiliar yet hopeful land.

The Heavenly Pivot Holy Land, located in the heart of the Central Continent, was one of the oldest sects in the cultivation world, with a lineage tracing back to ancient times. Upon entering the Holy Land, Lin Feng immediately felt a familiar aura—the residual fluctuations of the Star River Origin Crystal, as if responding to a resonance.

In the Hidden Scripture Pavilion, they perused countless ancient texts and finally found records concerning the "Gate of Reincarnation." It turned out that this gate was not merely a passage to other worlds, but also the pivotal point of the entire cultivation world's destiny. Each opening would trigger adjustments in the laws of heaven and earth, affecting the world's balance. This premature opening was very likely due to the purification of the Void Erosion triggering a chain reaction.

"So, we changed the destiny of the old world, but unintentionally affected the timeline of this new world?" Su Yao frowned.

"Perhaps it's the pull of causality," Zhao Yunlan said gravely. "No matter where we go, we can never truly escape destiny."

Lin Feng remained silent for a long time before finally speaking: "Then we must find a way to control the Gate of Reincarnation, otherwise, this world will eventually fall into chaos as well."

"But how do we control it?" Chu Tianxing asked.

"Only by finding the 'Heart of Reincarnation'," the old man interjected. "That is the core of the Gate of Reincarnation, and the only entity capable of controlling its opening and closing."

"Heart of Reincarnation..." Lin Feng murmured, then suddenly thought of something. "Could it be related to the Star River Origin Crystal?" He opened his palm, and the fragment of the Star River Origin Crystal vibrated slightly, as if sensing something.

"Perhaps the answer lies deep within the Gate of Reincarnation," Ye Qingxue said softly.

Lin Feng nodded, his gaze firm. "Then let's go."

Thus, the six once again embarked on their journey, aiming directly for the Gate of Reincarnation.

They didn't know what awaited them, but they all understood that true cultivation was never just about fighting external enemies; it was about constantly breaking through one's own limits and understanding the essence of destiny. This path might be more challenging than any they had faced before. But they were fearless. For they had learned how to face their inner selves, how to accept the past, and how to choose their future.

Their story continued.

The opening of the Gate of Reincarnation signified that the cultivation world was about to enter an unprecedented period of turmoil.

Lin Feng and his companions set out from the Heavenly Pivot Holy Land, following the routes described in ancient texts, traversing dangerous lands until they finally reached the legendary "Pre-Domain of the Gate of Reincarnation." This was a desolate land where the spiritual energy between heaven and earth was violently chaotic, at times raging like a tide, at others drying up completely. A strange aura permeated the air, as if even time itself was warped here.

"This area... looks like it's been eroded by something," Su Yao frowned, tightly clutching the Star River Origin Crystal fragment in her hand, feeling its slight tremor.

"Not erosion," Zhao Yunlan said, his gaze fixed. "It's more like some power interfering with reality, attempting to reshape the laws."

Lin Feng took a deep breath, slowly raised his hand, and suspended the Star River Origin Crystal fragment above his palm. Instantly, a faint light shot out from the fragment, outlining a flickering path in the air.

"Is this... a guide?" Li Hao murmured.

"Perhaps it's the Star River Origin Crystal's own will," Ye Qingxue said softly. "It's guiding us forward."

Chu Tianxing scanned their surroundings and warned in a deep voice, "But this path isn't safe. I sense countless divine senses probing us."

No sooner had he spoken than a fissure suddenly opened in the distant void, and a colossal hand formed of black mist abruptly stretched out, grasping towards them!

"They're here!" Lin Feng exclaimed, and the Nine Nether Divine Crystal instantly activated, black demonic flames burning around him, forming a barrier.

Ye Qingxue drew her sword, severing the black mist hand with a single strike. However, the hand didn't dissipate; instead, it transformed into countless fine threads that coiled around her sword blade.

"It's the residual consciousness of the Void Erosion!" Zhao Yunlan's expression hardened. He swiftly formed a seal, and a runic light barrier rose, incinerating all the black threads.

"It seems that even after purifying the Void Erosion's core, its residual consciousness has still seeped into certain corners of this world," a cold glint flashed in Lin Feng's eyes. "We must thoroughly eliminate these hidden dangers."

He took a step forward, and the Star River Origin Crystal fragment erupted with dazzling light, dispelling the surrounding black mist. Simultaneously, the path ahead gradually became clear, and the outline of an ancient stone gate emerged.

"Is that the Gate of Reincarnation?" Su Yao asked.

"No," the old man's voice came from behind them; he had accompanied them all the way. His expression was solemn. "This is merely the antechamber. The true Gate of Reincarnation is hidden within deeper spatial rifts."

"Deeper?" Li Hao frowned. "Does this gate have layers?"

"The Gate of Reincarnation is not a single entity," the old man explained slowly. "It is a complex structure composed of multiple spatio-temporal nodes. Only by passing through layers of trials can one truly reach its core."

"In other words, we face not only spatial obstacles but also trials of time," Zhao Yunlan mused for a moment, then looked at Lin Feng. "Are you ready?"

Lin Feng nodded, his gaze firm. "Whatever awaits us, I will not shrink back."

The six stepped forward, entering the passage woven from light and shadow.

The next moment, the world abruptly inverted. They seemed to be swept into a torrent of time, and scenes of memories not their own unfolded before their eyes: human cultivators battling fiercely on battlefields; powerful demon beings tearing the sky; immortal palaces collapsing, stars falling; and children gazing at the starry sky under the moon, making wishes to cultivate.

"These... are fragments of memory carried by the Gate of Reincarnation," Ye Qingxue murmured.

"No," Zhao Yunlan shook his head. "These are illusions woven from our own pasts and futures. The Gate of Reincarnation not only records history but also reflects destiny."

Lin Feng closed his eyes, allowing the images to flow, yet keeping his mind clear. He knew he couldn't get lost, or he would be forever trapped in this long river of time.

"What do we do?" Chu Tianxing asked.

"Find the exit," Lin Feng opened his eyes, his voice resolute. "As long as our wills are united, we can find the path to the core."

The five exchanged glances and nodded in understanding. They walked side-by-side, guided by the Star River Origin Crystal, gradually traversing the layers of intertwining seas of memory. Whenever an illusion attempted to engulf them, a ray of starlight would flash and shatter it.

After an unknown period, they finally arrived in a serene space. Here, there was no concept of time or spatial boundaries; only a massive gate stood silently in the void. The gate was inscribed with countless runes, each stroke containing an ineffable, profound power.

"This is... the core of the Gate of Reincarnation," Su Yao whispered.

"And also where the 'Heart of Reincarnation' resides," the old man said solemnly from behind them. "Only by mastering the Heart of Reincarnation can one determine the fate of this gate."

Lin Feng slowly stepped forward and reached out to touch the gate. Instantly, a vast power surged into his body, as if to tear his soul into countless fragments.

"Ah!" He groaned, veins bulging on his forehead, sweat trickling down.

"Lin Feng!" Ye Qingxue cried out, wanting to rush forward and support him, but was blocked by an invisible force.

"Don't move!" Zhao Yunlan stopped her. "He's undergoing the trial of the Heart of Reincarnation!"

Indeed, despite his immense pain, Lin Feng's gaze remained unwavering. He gritted his teeth, forcibly stabilizing his mind, and resisted the surging power.

"I... will not fall," he growled. "I want to know the truth! I want to control destiny!"

As he roared, the runes on the gate began to flicker, and a brilliant light shone from the crack in the door, piercing directly into his chest. Lin Feng's body trembled violently, and then he was completely enveloped by the light.

The next moment, he opened his eyes, and the confusion was gone, replaced by an unprecedented clarity.

"I... understand," he said slowly, his voice deep yet full of power. "The Gate of Reincarnation is not just a passage; it is the pivot of destiny, a bridge connecting the past and the future."

"So... what will you choose to do?" Zhao Yunlan asked.

Lin Feng was silent for a moment, then finally smiled. "Let it continue to operate, but no longer passively accepting destiny. Instead, we will actively shape the future."

He extended his hand, and the Star River Origin Crystal fragment slowly merged into the Gate of Reincarnation. Both resonated, emitting a soft glow. The entire space trembled in response, and the Gate of Reincarnation slowly opened, revealing a path of light leading to an unknown world.

"Let's go," Lin Feng turned, looking at the others. "Our journey is not yet over."

The six stood side by side, stepped onto the path of light, and vanished at the end of the Gate of Reincarnation.

After they departed, the old man gazed at the slowly closing gate and murmured softly: "The Children of Order have finally completed their mission."

Winds surged and clouds gathered; a new era was about to begin.