Chapter 1128: Destined to Shine Like the Sun

Dakong, over 1.9 meters tall, had sword-like eyebrows extending to his temples and golden eyes that shimmered with visible symbols, radiating a dazzling light. He stared at the wooden spear in Chu Feng's hand, clearly reluctant to part with it.

But in the end, he said nothing, turning away to choose other artifacts.

Chu Feng grumbled inwardly. Was this the so-called mother-child connection or father-son bond? Did this "eldest son" also sense the spear's extraordinary nature, just like him? In truth, even Chu Feng himself felt a pang of guilt; how could this possibly be his bloodline or his biological child? Strictly speaking, Dakong had merely obtained a wisp of creation essence because of him, which had led to the union of heaven and earth and the premature incubation of a spiritual egg.

If Haoyuan and Dakong knew that someone was constantly thinking of adopting Dakong as a son, they would be so furious they’d burst a vein and would certainly try to beat Chu Feng to death.

"Young man, to have an artifact in your hand catch the eye of a prodigious being born from a spiritual egg, if I were you, I would be delighted and present it to Fellow Daoist Dakong." This was spoken by another young man with brown hair and bronze skin, who appeared overly mature and fierce, astonishingly possessing three heads and six arms. This was a scion from an extremely powerful lineage; individuals with such features had always been descendants of gods and demons.

Chu Feng didn't even lift his head. He continued to examine other artifacts and said, "Because you are indeed not me, you can only be a small star among many, or merely a large meteorite. As for me, I am destined to become a sun-like figure, illuminating the past, present, and future."

A group of people clicked their tongues. This young rogue cultivator was indeed spirited, arrogant, and confident. He had just severely beaten Shi Huang, the young master of the Shi family, and extorted and blackmailed them, causing the Shi clan great loss. Yet now, he remained so conceited; he was truly "unconventional."

As for Dakong, he was the personal disciple of the Yuzhou master's grand-disciple. His true status was unattainable. In a sense, he was considered one of Yuzhou's young masters.

Someone spoke dismissively, saying, "Ha, this is just a little guy who hasn't been to battle. He's good with words now, but if he were truly on a battlefield with millions of corpses, he'd probably wet himself immediately." This was a white-haired man, very young, but already a deity of considerable strength.

"Did you have such an experience? Otherwise, how can you be so certain? How many times did you wet yourself back then?" Chu Feng sneered. He then added, "If I go to battle, I'm destined to claim lands and become a king, a sovereign overlooking the world, becoming one of the ultimate powers. Isn't comparing yourself to me a joke?!"

Everyone was speechless. This young rogue cultivator was truly overly confident; how dared he say such things? Currently, there were only three ultimate powers in the world: Eastern Yongzhou, Western Hezhou, and Southern Zhanzhou. Did he want to become the fourth? If the organization selling the Time Furnace and Meng Po Soup hadn't promised to protect him, it's estimated that some people present would have long since moved to eliminate him.

Chu Feng felt no psychological pressure at all. After leaving here, who would know him anyway? No one could recognize him now.

"Disperse, disperse! Get ready, we're about to enter the Skyreach Waterfall. We'll achieve the Heavenly Venerate realm overnight. We'll meet again later to discuss the Dao." Chu Feng waved his hand, looking like a pompous old man. The expressions of the crowd varied: some gritted their teeth, some were astonished, and some scoffed.

"Little brother, have you been deceived? Do you not know what the Skyreach Immortal Waterfall is?" asked the woman selling the Time Furnace. Chu Feng looked at her expression and felt something was off. He secretly gripped the Skygold Stone Coffin in his sleeve and whispered, "Old Gu, are you tricking me?" At the same time, he humbly asked the middle-aged woman what was going on here. The middle-aged woman said, "Becoming a Heavenly Venerate overnight is just a rumor, a beautiful legend. The horror and bloodshed during that process are not beautiful at all."

Damn it! Chu Feng immediately wanted to smash the palm-sized stone coffin. He was certainly deceived by Old Gu, that old rascal!

"Hmm, this furnace is good; it has a connection with my clan," the Stone Buddha said from afar, expressing his interest while reluctantly caressing the Time Furnace. Haoyuan, from Yongzhou, also showed a divine glint in his eyes. He believed that if he brought the furnace back to Yongzhou, his grandmaster, that peerless overlord, would surely be able to comprehend it thoroughly. That organization had once comprehended various scriptural profound truths from the furnace, ultimately creating the astonishing tenth profound art—"Return from the Netherworld"—which was truly remarkable. Moreover, the leader of this organization had not explored the deepest parts and ultimate limits of the Time Furnace, which implied there were even more astonishing treasures and truths to be discovered.

Suddenly, cold laughter echoed from afar, leading to a sensation and chaos. This was because one of the world's most powerful families, the Heng Clan, had appeared. In that area, clouds and mist swirled. An eternal light stretched from an extremely distant region. An old man, seemingly timeless, abruptly appeared there. An elder of the Heng Clan had arrived! This was a clan that felt no fear even when facing the Buddhist Clan, being only stronger, not weaker. When this elder looked at the Stone Buddha, he was exceptionally domineering, with sharp eyes and a voice as resonant and clanging as a golden bell.

"Connected to the Buddhist Clan? What a joke! Stone Buddha, care for a match?"

"Brother Hengtuo, you jest. Not today," the Stone Buddha said, decisively refusing. This showed the might of the Heng Clan's elder. Even when facing the Stone Buddha, who was second only to the Future Buddha Lord among the current generation of the Buddhist Clan, he was so domineering as to immediately consider making a move.

After the Heng Clan appeared, Emperor Peng immediately walked over, representing the super-powerful Peng Clan. Although he was originally a rogue cultivator, after gaining fame, the Peng Clan had long regarded him as a core genius. Furthermore, the Sub-Immortal Clan also thought highly of him and had provided him with the strongest pollen. In the field of evolution, the choice of pollen was extremely crucial. The Black Blood Journal, one of the four authoritative evolution journals in the mortal realm, had published research articles detailing the growth trajectories of the strongest individuals in history, showing a strong correlation with the pollen they used. The Sub-Immortal Clan had taken a liking to Emperor Peng early on and provided him with support.

Now that Emperor Peng had gone, some members of the Sub-Immortal Clan also moved, such as Ying Wudi, Ying Zhexian, and other core disciples of the clan. The Peng Clan and the Sub-Immortal Clan were too famous in the mortal realm. Standing together with the Heng Clan, they instilled awe. They stood with the Southern Zhanzhou faction, supporting the overlord who had risen there.

Haoyuan spoke, saying, "Almost everyone who should be here has arrived. Let us few discuss how to bid for and purchase this furnace." He gestured towards the Stone Buddha and Hengtuo. Nearly ten unfathomable elders walked together, confronting each other and secretly conversing.

Chu Feng mused that the Time Furnace was probably not destined for him. He couldn't compete with those individuals. If it were to fall into his hands, even the organization might not be able to protect him!

"Time is almost up. Those who wish to enter the Skyreach Waterfall should make their preparations soon," someone reminded. Chu Feng sighed, lingering reluctantly, taking three steps forward and looking back once, as he walked towards the waterfall, his gaze occasionally falling on the Time Furnace behind him. Some people were speechless. "You, a mere rogue cultivator, dare to covet such a divine treasure? Isn't that just dreaming?!"

Many people, including Dakong, Lin Nuoyi, Emperor Peng, and Ying Zhexian, had arrived near the waterfall. A large crowd, from youths to adults and elders, were all preparing to enter the waterfall.

"Everyone, please look closely at this stone wall. If you emerge looking as described on it, you are destined to be executed without mercy!" someone shouted, reminding everyone. In front of the waterfall, there was a stone wall covered by mist. Now, its misty aura had been forcefully dispersed, revealing the rough stone body with words etched onto it, like silver hooks and iron strokes.

Chu Feng gasped, as some very terrifying things were recorded on it. The Skyreach Waterfall originated from beyond this domain and had descended here, its source still undiscovered. All who went to explore it never returned!

"A mere 'beyond this domain' is just another universe. Can it stop Heavenly Venerates and mighty beings?" Chu Feng refused to believe it. Someone sneered, "What do you think that 'beyond this domain' is? The starry sky cannot block it, and the universe cannot imprison it. But what about time? And that astonishing realm membrane?"

Chu Feng felt he knew too little and shouldn't speak much, otherwise, he would only appear too unfamiliar with various parts of the mortal realm, raising suspicions. He stared at the stone wall, his heart churning intensely.

Indeed, some people had achieved the Heavenly Venerate realm overnight, even minor cultivators, soaring upwards in a single evening. Some even instantly became mighty beings, shocking the mortal realm! However, this was not a good thing. Such individuals emerged with drastically changed temperaments, as if they were different people. Various clans speculated that this was due to possession by malevolent spirits! There are malevolent spirits in this Skyreach Waterfall? Chu Feng nearly cursed Old Gu to death. This deceptive old bastard!

Records from prehistoric times stated that strange, terrifying creatures emerging from this Skyreach Waterfall had once ravaged the world, causing great calamities and spreading panic throughout the mortal realm for several eras! Of course, these "emerging" creatures were actually beings possessed by malevolent spirits, replacing their original hosts with terrifying power. Back then, many experts died trying to encircle and annihilate these creatures; Heavenly Venerates bled, and mighty beings lay dead! Even now, thinking back, three to five of these creatures had not been wiped out. They had escaped into several forbidden lands, and outsiders could only sigh, not daring to enter.

Chu Feng examined closely. Such terrifying creatures had appeared multiple times. During the world's joint suppression efforts, blood had flowed across the land, and the mortal realm was shrouded in gloom. Such eras were truly horrifying.

"Old Gu, you grandson, how dare you trick me!" Chu Feng complained, fidgeting with the Skygold Stone Coffin in his sleeve. "Ahem, I was in too much of a hurry then and didn't have time to explain clearly," Old Gu chuckled dryly, continuously coughing. Chu Feng still wanted to stomp him to death. If it weren't for his apprehension regarding some of the old monsters present, such as the Stone Buddha, Haoyuan, and Hengtuo, he would truly have pulled out his Skyblood Starry Sky Mother Gold Dagger and chopped up this stone coffin!

What kind of place was this? Special creatures occasionally escaped, capable of causing cataclysms in the mortal realm, bringing devastation to all living beings. Even the patriarchs of sects would be killed, utterly defenseless. What kind of place of good fortune was this?! This place was simply too terrifying. Any mishap here would mean the arrival of the bloodiest and darkest era. It was practically the source of great calamities in the mortal realm.

Chu Feng secretly asked, "Tell me, what exactly is this place? Didn't your big brother ever reveal the truth?" "He never said, but I know he obtained immense benefits from here multiple times," Old Gu replied. Then, sensing Chu Feng's displeasure, he added, "Think about it, this place is called the Skyreach Immortal Waterfall; it has the character for 'immortal.' I figure it must be related to immortal beings."

Chu Feng was stunned, his heart throbbing. Could the ancient malevolent spirits be linked to the Immortal Clan?! He stared at the stone wall, learning that the greatest benefit of coming here was a relatively easy breakthrough. More astonishingly, it could temper one's spirit and physical body, laying an astonishingly powerful foundation. According to records, the growth trajectories of the strongest individuals in history were inseparable from this place. Some had forged what were universally recognized as the strongest Dao fruits at certain stages.

Chu Feng pondered. He could forge the strongest golden body here. Could he also secretly temper his previous life's spiritual position—a Dao fruit at the God-King level?! As he thought of this, his heart burned with immense anticipation. If he succeeded, his strength would surge, greatly enhancing his sense of security! What if, using the foundation of his God-King realm, he broke through here and ascended to Heavenly Venerate? Of course, this was likely difficult to achieve. After all, his previous life's Dao fruit was truly nothing special in the mortal realm, with various flaws. But one must always have dreams; what if it comes true?

"The waterfall has a hint of blood color. Time is almost up, everyone prepare, we're about to enter!" someone reminded. The originally brilliant waterfall now surprisingly showed a streak of crimson, as if stained with blood, descending from the sky. Some people knew that the time had come!

"Dakong, you possess fiery golden eyes, born from the interaction of heaven and earth, truly destined. This time, I want you to forge the strongest golden body in history!" From afar, Haoyuan spoke, his expression calm, but his words brooked no argument. At the same time, he warned some people that Dakong carried a trace of his grandmaster's imprint. Whoever dared to strike secretly would be seeking their own demise, and they shouldn't say they weren't warned.

"Heh, the strongest golden body? Besides my Heng Clan, who dares to claim to be number one under heaven?" Hengtuo spoke, his words quite arrogant, but he had the confidence to back them. The Stone Buddha, however, remained calm. He merely pressed his palms together and recited an ancient scripture. He didn't need to say more, as it was well-known throughout the world that the Buddhist Clan's golden bodies were astonishing, with legends of indestructible bodies persisting through generations!

"Everyone, let's not argue. There are always people better than you, and there's always a higher heaven. It has always been so through the ages," someone interjected, trying to mediate.

"Heh heh, really? I'd like to see who can truly be above all!"

At this moment, outside the waterfall, some people began to gather in groups of three to five. In the Skyreach Waterfall, cultivating alongside powerful and "correct" individuals offered immense benefits! Of course, it was best if they were at the same realm, as the runes emitted when one achieved enlightenment could benefit others at the same level nearby! At this time, Ying Zhexian walked with a core successor of the Heng Clan; they were at the same evolutionary level. Emperor Peng and the young God-King of the Peacock Clan exchanged glances. They stood shoulder to shoulder; although their factions were different, a temporary alliance was not a bad idea. After all, it was rumored that the two clans were close relatives, and cultivating together could bring significant benefits.

For a time, the young master of the Heng Clan, Dakong, the prodigy of the Yi Desert Clan, Emperor Peng, Little Golden Crow King, and the beauty of the White Tiger Clan, among others, were surrounded and became the center of attention. Chu Feng's side was truly deserted. Besides the donkey spirit and the Northeast Tiger, there was no one else. Some people revealed faint smiles. Although they didn't openly mock him, their expressions clearly showed they were enjoying his predicament.

Chu Feng, thick-skinned and unshakable, said, "Is anyone coming over? I will protect you all. I am naturally going to cultivate the strongest body in history. If you stay by my side, you can contend for the second strongest physique." In an instant, many people burst into unconcealed laughter, disdain evident in their eyes and brows.

"It'll only take one night to prove it. Don't regret it later!" Chu Feng said calmly. Then, he decisively shouted to the middle-aged woman selling the Time Furnace, "How about I sell you a spot? You can choose someone to stay by my side."

"No deal!" the middle-aged woman refused decisively. The crowd burst into laughter.

"Then what are you waiting for? Send someone to prepare to protect me! Your organization promised!" Chu Feng exclaimed. Everyone was first speechless, then many burst out laughing.