Chapter 467: The Strongest Path

“One, two, three… a full eight eggs! These really are ‘bastard eggs’!”

As soon as Chu Feng uttered these words, the Primeval Beast Platform instantly fell silent, followed by a burst of laughter. Many people no longer cared for saintly dignity; they simply couldn't stop laughing.

The Demon Princess was deeply satisfied with Chu Feng’s perfectly timed jab, her bright, watery eyes glancing sideways beyond the domain.

Outside Earth, Jun Tuo trembled with rage. The stone war chariot he rode rumbled and shook, as chaotic energy surged and churned, creating an immensely terrifying sight. At this moment, he was so choked with anger that he nearly spat out a mouthful of old blood.

“You beasts, you have sealed your own doom! When I flatten this planet someday, I will exterminate your nine generations!” Jun Tuo roared, completely losing his composure. He truly hated them. As an ancient saint, seated high in the firmament, with chaos veiling his dwelling place, possessing immense prestige—who among the various races would dare provoke him? Yet, upon arriving outside Earth, his lungs felt like they would explode from fury. Repeatedly provoked and with his saintly dignity trampled, he seethed with anger, and white smoke nearly billowed from his nostrils.

Chu Feng ignored him, pondering aloud, “Should I start eating from the ‘Number One’ egg, or eat backward from the ‘Bastard’ egg?” The eight sub-divine beast eggs shimmered with silver light, magnificent and vibrant, containing a vigorous life force—undoubtedly a great source of nourishment. Many on the Primeval Beast Platform salivated. Sub-divine beast eggs were rare and highly sought after; anyone lucky enough to get one would surely hatch it to raise a sub-divine beast rather than eat it. Besides, who would dare eat them? If discovered by an adult sub-divine beast, they would be hunted relentlessly!

“Divine one, don’t eat them! I’ll exchange a breathing technique for one divine egg!”

“Ah, I’ll exchange a Golden Body Lotus for one Star-Core Turtle Egg!”

In moments, the Primeval Beast Platform became restless and chaotic, with many people, their eyes burning with fervor, anonymously offering exchanges with Chu Feng. They knew that Chu Feng could now connect to the Primeval Beast Platform, as he possessed an optical computer.

“I am a master alchemist, willing to exchange three times the equivalent dose of precious medicine!” A crowd of people spoke up, all wanting to acquire the Star-Core Turtle divine eggs.

“Aren’t they just a few sub-divine beast eggs? All the legends in the world exaggerate their power. They only contain a vigorous burst of primal vitality, which has little effect on high-level evolutionaries,” Yaoyao said casually. “If they were to grow up, for instance, into an ancient turtle that has lived since antiquity, then they would contain much more essence. Although the meat of such old turtles is unappetizing, they are indeed a sacred tonic.”

Jun Tuo was about to spit blood. This was such an obvious veiled insult, clearly mocking him, wasn't it? On the Primeval Beast Platform, a group of people were speechless. Anyone who could live from ancient times until now would undoubtedly be a saint, and so far, Jun Tuo was the only ancient saint among the Star-Core Turtle race. Undoubtedly, many young people were greatly impressed by Yaoyao, treating her as a divine being.

“Are these Star-Core Turtle eggs useless?” Chu Feng asked.

“For you, they have excellent medicinal properties. Although the mother planet’s recovery has led to a ‘surge’ in all things, including evolutionaries—where cultivating here for a year is equivalent to ten or even a hundred years elsewhere—it still causes some internal depletion, even spiritual exhaustion.”

As the Demon Princess brought up this topic, she directly pressed out with a palm, making the area hazy and completely removing it from the Primeval Beast Platform, preventing anything from Longhu Mountain from being observed.

In fact, many people knew that so many divine sons and holy maidens were rushing onto the star road like moths to a flame precisely because they valued the rapid evolution possible here. Beneath the ruins of Earth lay a sacred root, which would eventually recover and bear sacred fruits—a fortune unimaginable! Top-ranking planets, such as those in the top hundred, certainly also had sacred trees. However, over the years, it had become customary that the distribution of their fruits was already regulated, with fixed quotas even for divine sons and holy maidens. Even more importantly, all things have their Dao and rules; the planetary will suppresses imbalances, so evolution generally proceeds gradually. However, a once-powerful planet that declined and then suddenly recovered would be different. In its initial stage, all things would ‘grow wildly,’ and evolution would likewise accelerate, quickly reaching new heights without suppression from the planetary will. In fact, this did not conform to the rules of the Great Dao. And such opportunities manifested only on a very few planets that were recovering after having been glorious and powerful in ancient times. The mother planet’s revival meant it was evolving itself, and thus wouldn't impose the suppression of the Great Dao. Therefore, cultivating here for a year was equivalent to ten or even a hundred years elsewhere. When the Yellow Ox first arrived, it had told Chu Feng about the immense advantages of cultivation and evolution here, enough to drive people mad. Of course, because traversing the star path was extremely perilous, and entering this planet involved passing through the “Gate of Hell,” even many who knew of this opportunity could only hold back. The Yellow Ox had spoken vaguely, without explaining the specifics. Now that Yaoyao had mentioned it briefly, Chu Feng instantly understood the full details. With the Earth’s will recovering, there would be a golden period for cultivation in the short term, one that absolutely could not be missed. Missing it would truly be a lifelong regret!

“Your year and a bit here is equivalent to ten years for others. Furthermore, your evolution speed has surpassed that of most people on Earth, so you’ve incurred a slight deficit that these can perfectly replenish,” the Demon Princess said, smiling. Chu Feng was speechless; he distinctly felt vibrant and energetic. “This relates to your potential and future achievements, and it’s enough to compensate for your internal consumption,” the Demon Princess stated.

“Thank you, Sister Divine Maiden!” Chu Feng said, then began to “fend for himself,” pulling out an iron pot from his spatial flask and starting to boil an egg in plain water. For his first attempt, he only put in one, wanting to taste it first. At this moment, the Demon Princess waved her hand again, allowing the area to be perceived by the outside world once more. When they saw Chu Feng actually boiling a Star-Core Turtle egg, many people’s eyes widened. He really wasn’t just talking; was he actually going to enjoy a sub-divine beast egg? Some old men were utterly distressed, wanting to exclaim, “What a waste! That’s a sub-divine beast! To just eat it like that?!”

“Hmph, what’s the big deal? It’s not a divine beast egg. Aren’t sub-divine beasts meant to be eaten?” Yaoyao, the ascended immortal, remarked once more, her tone light and unconcerned. This made a group of old men suppress their anger. As for Jun Tuo, blood seeped from the corner of his mouth. This time, he simply couldn’t contain his suppressed rage. He had come with a large force, intending to fish for the remnants and then kill them. How could he have expected to be humiliated and lose his descendants this time? It was clear that the so-called remnants would not take the bait, nor would they step into the trap he had set on his dwelling planet. Instead, they had launched a fierce retaliation. These eight Star-Core Turtle eggs were the embodiment of that retaliation! Jun Tuo knew that this time he had been utterly defeated, completely reduced to a loser, and would also be mocked. How could he not spit blood? He wanted to enter Earth to kill that woman, but it was impossible; he couldn't break through. One thing Jun Tuo couldn’t understand was: even on his own planet, there were no young pure-blood Star-Core Turtles left. Where had the Demon Princess’s uncle found these eight divine eggs?!

On Longhu Mountain, Chu Feng boiled the egg for a long time, but it wouldn't cook. Finally, he had to abandon the iron pot and use energy flames to directly heat the sub-divine beast egg. After half an hour, the turtle egg cracked open, emitting a fragrant aroma, finally cooked through. The Demon Princess said nonchalantly, “Try it and see how it tastes. If it’s good, I know of another dead star where a nest of Star-Core Turtle eggs is sealed. We can go collect them then.”

Outside Earth, Jun Tuo finally learned the origin of the eight divine eggs: they came from an ancient planet unknown to him, where they had been sealed and were now excavated. He was now extremely apprehensive. Could there be a second nest of Star-Core Turtle eggs? If so, he would swallow his pride and try to exchange benefits with the Demon Princess. Jun Tuo wanted to secretly contact the Demon Princess. If there truly was another nest of divine eggs, he would even temporarily humble himself! On the Primeval Beast Platform, many old figures were moved. Yaoyao, the ascended immortal, had truly seized Jun Tuo’s vital point. At the same time, some renowned masters also wanted to contact Yaoyao, wishing to exchange for Star-Core Turtle eggs.

“It tastes like chicken eggs. Aside from smelling good, I don’t find it particularly delicious,” Chu Feng said on Longhu Mountain. As soon as these words were uttered, the Primeval Beast Platform erupted in an uproar! A Star-Core Turtle divine egg described as tasting like a chicken egg?! This was unheard of since the dawn of time! Was this a shameful waste, or a subtle display of extravagance? The Primeval Beast Platform was in a commotion. Some elders pounded their chests and stamped their feet, feeling it was a disgraceful waste! Many young people, meanwhile, were consumed by envy and jealousy. That was a sub-divine beast egg! One should pray just for a bite, yet he was being picky? Wasn't he afraid of divine retribution?!

Outside Earth, Jun Tuo finally couldn't hold back. He leaped from his war chariot, his eyes like lightning as he glared downwards, revealing his true form. He was not tall but very stout, his features obscured by the chaos that enveloped him. He let out a low roar! The Demon Princess nodded, saying, “Indeed, that’s the taste. If the Star-Core Turtle eggs were pickled and eaten as a side dish, the texture would be slightly better.” Many who heard this were stunned. She had even gained experience from eating them?! This “Demon Immortal Sister” was too extraordinary; she must have eaten quite a few in the past! On the Primeval Beast Platform, many people were invigorated as if by phoenix blood, cheering wildly. They were utterly impressed by this unconventional woman with incredible power. Many almost worshipped her, as she had driven an ancient saint to the brink of madness, yet he dared not accept her life-and-death challenge. How astonishing and domineering she was!

Although Chu Feng said that, he immediately felt the medicinal effects. His entire body pulsed with silver light, and a rich primal energy surged through his flesh and blood. Yaoyao, the ascended immortal, waved her hand, completely making Longhu Mountain vanish from the Primeval Beast Platform, unwilling for others to spy on the events that would follow. At the same time, she looked up at the sky and said, “You few, leave now. What’s the point of staying?” In the sky, the three saints, two Daoist children, Yin Jiuque, and the leaders of the Mechanical Race and Xilin Race were silent. This time, they had been utterly disgraced. With that, Yaoyao waved her hand, and the area was enveloped in white mist. She also took out a cyan-gold umbrella, covering the spot so completely that even saints could not peer through.

“Time is short. I will get to the main point, so listen carefully,” Yaoyao said, still with a faint smile. Yet, her words made Chu Feng’s heart tighten. Even though his body was currently hot, silver light boiling, and the essence of life surging like a vast ocean, he calmed himself and listened intently.

“The Chains Realm is very important, yet it is the most easily overlooked!” This single sentence made Chu Feng extremely serious, daring not to miss a single word. “The world says that breaking twelve chains is enough to enter the Free Realm. This isn't wrong, but if you wish to become a peerless master, forge your own path, and truly become invincible under the stars one day, then that statement is false. It's a lie, a trap, misleading many onto the wrong path.” Yaoyao’s hair shimmered, and her bright eyes were captivating as she smiled faintly. Her grace was unparalleled. What she spoke of were the conditions required to become a supreme powerhouse, a secret teaching.

Chu Feng asked respectfully, “How many chains are there in total in the human body?”

“Some say thirty-six, others forty-nine, and some fifty!” Yaoyao replied with a smile, explaining that the numbers varied due to different classification standards. Some only considered major chains, while others included even subtle, easily overlooked ones. “To be invincible under the stars, you must break open all chains!” Yaoyao warned. Chu Feng immediately frowned. He had only broken twelve chains so far. Didn't this mean he had a long and arduous journey ahead, with no end in sight?

“For our human race, it’s normally very difficult to break all the chains throughout the body. One needs to understand where each chain is located and temper them over time. However, you've caught a good opportunity. With the mother planet recovering, time won’t be an obstacle. One year here can be worth ten or even more elsewhere. Furthermore, you can use sacred medicine for a baptism, completely breaking open all your chains at once, without having to do them individually! Of course, the prerequisite is that you survive the process!”

“I can endure it!” Chu Feng said firmly, then added, “Sister, are you referring to the sacred medicines on the altars of the Fengchan Land: the Flat Peaches and the Grass-Returning Pills?”

“Exactly. Your opportunity is yours to seize!” Yaoyao nodded. Chu Feng said, “I heard that Sister went alone to the deepest part of Kunlun, wanting to enter the Land of Ten Thousand Gods to pick fruits from the Ancestral Flat Peach tree to save someone. Why don’t you come with me to the Fengchan Land now and retrieve those Flat Peaches?”

“The one I want to save is myself. Even if I were to wait for the sacred great medicine from the Ancestral Flat Peach root to fully mature, it wouldn’t have much effect on me; I require far too much. The Flat Peaches in the Fengchan Land are not from the ancestral root, and those offerings have been there for unknown years, having lost much of their potency. They are ineffective for me, but they will be sufficient for you.” When Yaoyao spoke of wanting to save herself, she still smiled, showing no sadness. She viewed life and death lightly, impervious to sorrow or sentimentality. Chu Feng’s heart trembled. Save herself? He was stunned. In that instant, he made a firm resolve in his heart: he would definitely strive to save Yaoyao!

“Even if you undergo a sacred medicine baptism, breaking dozens of chains in the shortest possible time in one go will still cause significant internal depletion. This is where the eight sub-divine beast eggs come in handy. That race is long-lived, making them perfectly suited to prevent any lingering harm or trouble to your body,” Yaoyao explained. Chu Feng immediately understood that the so-called eight divine eggs were to be used for this purpose! Chu Feng had many questions, both about cultivation and past events, which he wanted to ask Yaoyao for clarification.

“You have your own methods, and you have your own path. I don’t want you to repeat my path; otherwise, I would simply emerge myself!” Yaoyao said directly. Chu Feng was taken aback. “I currently face too many adversaries,” he said, “from the star paths behind the famous mountains, to numerous divine sons and holy maidens, and experts from places like Penglai. It’s truly like being an enemy of the whole world!”

“Heh, an enemy of the whole world? Back then, I was invincible under the stars. Not only did I defeat all rivals of my generation, but even the so-called old monsters and ancient relics who had lived for countless ages were suppressed and utterly powerless! If I hadn't been interrupted, I would have already illuminated the heavens!” Yaoyao cast a sidelong glance at him, her red lips vibrant. Chu Feng was provoked. He suddenly looked up and declared, “I also said on the Primeval Beast Platform that I would be invincible under the stars!” Yaoyao said, “These are not mere words; they are meant to be acted upon. If you don’t become an enemy to the whole world, if you don’t suppress all your opponents, how can you look down upon the starry sky? How will you face those old monsters, knowing that even my ancestors were defeated! Therefore, you must only become stronger!”