Chapter 767: Hiding the Truth of the Universe

The final selection was made: a total of 673 evolutionaries met the criteria. This was nearly double the 300-400 invitations rumored to have been circulated earlier.

Without a doubt, this group represented the strongest combat power in the contemporary universe!

On that very day, Great Dream Pure Land publicly announced the chosen participants to the cosmos, declaring that a great opportunity of this era was about to begin. Those who truly emerged victorious might leverage this to gain an advantage for ultimately ascending beyond the nine heavens.

To be a hundred years ahead of one's peers would surely make all parties envious. In this universe, there were only a limited number of similar opportunities for the younger generation!

"What supreme gathering of cosmic geniuses? These people don't represent the entire universe!"

In the star sea, someone spoke on a platform, feeling very indignant, as they had not received an invitation and were not qualified to attend.

In an instant, many people resonated with this sentiment, because only a little over six hundred people could truly attend. There were countless geniuses from various races in the universe, so naturally, many evolutionaries felt they were no weaker than others.

At this point, Chu Feng was brought up as an example.

"Even the Great Demon Chu Feng wasn't invited, yet you dare to call this a gathering of the universe's strongest geniuses? If you're brave enough, go to Earth and fight that demon. I bet 99% of you would be defeated!"

"Exactly! If I remember correctly, Demon Chu has never lost since his debut, repeatedly defeating godsons and saintesses from all walks of life. He even sold many godsons and saintesses. Some of the attendees might even be his former captives, his prisoners. Can a gathering with such participants truly represent the supreme assembly of young geniuses? It's full of shady dealings, and we refuse to accept it!"

Someone was stirring up trouble, attacking the gathering.

This sparked heated discussion. Indeed, in terms of combat power alone, how many people in the entire star sea now dared to claim they could suppress the Great Demon Chu?

Inside Great Dream Pure Land, a few of these geniuses had indeed been Chu Feng's captives, becoming his prisoners. They had been ransomed back by their clansmen. At this moment, they were all incredibly embarrassed and mortified.

That same day, Great Dream Pure Land publicly declared that selecting participants was their sect's freedom, and others had no right to interfere.

Furthermore, if anyone was unconvinced, they could come to Great Dream Pure Land to challenge them; everyone would be given an opportunity.

However, who would be so foolish as to seek trouble? If they were to force the issue and attack the sect directly, they would certainly not end well. One must remember that Great Dream Pure Land was ranked fifteenth in the world and feared no force.

"It's simply unfair! Without the Great Demon Chu, this gathering doesn't show its true value. If you're bold enough, let Chu Feng in! I bet he could take down a whole bunch of people. Are you perhaps scared?" Someone incited the crowd.

For a while, many people felt indignant and spoke up for Chu Feng.

"No matter, I have already set off, preparing to carry the Demon Ancestor's Cauldron to attack Great Dream Pure Land. Fellow Daoists, is there anyone among you who dares to cause a ruckus with me at Great Dream Pure Land?!"

On Earth, the Great Black Ox, Maiden Xi, and others impersonated Chu Feng, putting on an act, carrying the Demon Ancestor's Cauldron, as if about to depart.

This action caused Great Dream Pure Land to become tense. That day, all their masters were dispatched, and their sect's guardian weapon was brought out, ready to defend at any moment.

However, nothing happened that day, but whether something would happen later, no one could predict!

"Everyone, rest tonight. Tomorrow at noon, enter the divine hall!" an old woman at the Golden Body level instructed everyone inside Great Dream Pure Land.

"Little Juntu, come, let's have a heart-to-heart talk by candlelight with your uncle!" That very ancient Golden Body expert called out to Ouyang Feng, telling him to come along.

A group of people were incredibly envious, but only Ouyang Feng wanted to curse.

However, Chu Feng cursed him first, secretly saying, "You have such an opportunity, and you're not taking it? Are you stupid?! Hurry and go dig for insider information. Whether we gain a big harvest depends entirely on you!"

Then, Ouyang Feng reluctantly, as if heading to an execution ground, walked away with the old man, occasionally revealing glances that were as resentful as could be.

That night felt incredibly long to many people. Everyone was adjusting their state, aiming to be at their strongest!

At dawn, Chu Feng suddenly opened his eyes. Golden flames rose from his body as the Phoenix Breathing Technique circulated, his energy surging and forming a protective light barrier.

At the same time, he swiftly shifted his body sideways in an instant.

A dark red small wooden arrow streaked past where he had just been meditating, and with a thud, it struck the stone wall of the grotto, causing a terrible event: collapse and annihilation!

This arrow was too powerful; if Chu Feng had reacted a step slower, he would have been shot dead!

"Ancient Cursing Art?!"

With a whoosh, Chu Feng dashed out of the grotto. At the instant the grotto collapsed, an unknown, strange energy permeated the air, attempting to entangle his body.

To be assassinated within Great Dream Pure Land, and in such a dangerous manner, with an arrow capable of threatening him, made Chu Feng solemn. His expression became unreadable as he stared at the shattered arrow.

He had fought with Qin Luoyin before, and knew that her sect possessed older cultivation methods like witch dance. The small wooden arrow from just now seemed somewhat similar.

Was it an external cosmic genius assassinating him, or someone from within Great Dream Pure Land? This made his expression grim.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh...

Figures rushed over one after another. Some old figures from Great Dream Pure Land were alarmed and rushed to the vicinity. Their expressions were grim; to think something like this had happened.

If a genius from a powerful race died here, they would certainly be in a desperate situation and pay a price for it.

"Little Brother Wu, do not be angry. We will give you an explanation. Do not let this matter affect your emotions. Perhaps your hidden rivals wish for you to lose your composure and thus perform abnormally in the divine hall."

The people from Great Dream Pure Land immediately characterized the incident.

Chu Feng nodded, saying nothing.

Until noon, it was not investigated who had made the move. However, Chu Feng was not the only one attacked; several incidents had occurred, but Great Dream Pure Land had suppressed them all, and no one caused trouble because of it.

Ouyang Feng returned and briefly chatted with Chu Feng, full of anger. It truly was a "heart-to-heart talk by candlelight"—wandering through a garden with an old man, looking at flowers and enjoying the scenery. It was utterly tasteless and lacked any flair. The toad grew angrier the more he thought about it.

"Didn't he reveal any inside information?"

"Rubbish! He just told me to beware of sneak attacks from those around me, and that was it. Did I need him to emphasize that?!" Ouyang Feng fumed.

He added, "Oh, and he said some baffling things, talking about 'hidden fundamental truths of the world.'"

Chu Feng's expression grew solemn upon hearing this. He had been attacked even before entering the divine hall; it would likely be even more dangerous once inside.

"For an old man to give such a solemn warning, you must be careful; it's probably very dangerous inside!" Chu Feng said seriously.

"Yes, I know!" Ouyang Feng nodded.

Noon arrived. Hundreds of cosmic-level geniuses gathered, following Great Dream Pure Land's elders towards an ancient hall.

Along the way, there were fragrant flowers and birdsong, precious grasses carpeted the ground, exotic flowers competed in beauty, clear springs tinkled, and immortal mist lingered. The scenery was picturesque.

A certain hall looked very ordinary, and not even large. It was built from stacked stones, standing isolated in a chaotic rock forest. Beyond this point, all vegetation disappeared.

"Everyone, I want to emphasize once again: The opportunities inside are for each to seize by their own means; do not fight among yourselves!"

"In fact, it will be very difficult to fight inside. Your physical bodies will be immobile. Everything will depend on your mental willpower. At that time, your wills will enter a strange world. It's best if you can join forces and form alliances with each other, otherwise, you will surely feel too insignificant and suffer greatly. Please think twice!"

"Furthermore, once you leave that strange world, your experiences and part of your memories will automatically dissipate. Therefore, although your predecessors have been here, they cannot give you too much guidance. Please remember every word we emphasize: do not fight among yourselves; it's best to cooperate!"

"Even if you fight among yourselves and kill each other, it's actually very difficult to kill someone in there. At worst, your spiritual will will return, and you will simply lose the opportunity to gain fortune."

The people from Great Dream Pure Land emphasized, saying a lot.

At this moment, not only were the more than six hundred geniuses waiting here, but also 1,500 disciples selected by Great Dream Pure Land had arrived, which was more than the people invited from outside.

"What you experience inside is definitely not false. One day, it might even become reality, or perhaps all of this reflects the true future of our universe!"

"However, you cannot take away those terrifying secrets. Having experienced and understood it here, that will be enough for you!"

The people from Great Dream Pure Land said this, which astonished everyone and made them feel slightly solemn.

At the same time, Qin Luoyin arrived. Her grace was peerless. Dressed in a vibrant, colorful robe, her every move exuded unparalleled charm. She was breathtakingly radiant.

However, she merely nodded in greeting to everyone, not saying a word.

At this moment, Chu Feng looked at her, feeling that something was different about her. Then, his gaze inadvertently swept over her abdomen, which unexpectedly triggered her perception.

Qin Luoyin turned her gaze back. In an instant, this small world seemed to brighten. She showed a surprised expression, a slight hint of doubt, and glanced at Chu Feng.

Then, Ying Zhexian, Yuan Yuan, and Vermilion Bird Fairy stepped forward together. Even Ying Xiaoxiao was surprisingly allowed to come here, and stood with Qin Luoyin. The women all knew each other, being goddesses of the same caliber. For a moment, they whispered to each other, all with faint smiles.

Without a doubt, the sight of such peerless beauties standing side by side and walking together was the most eye-catching, truly captivating with their myriad charms. Their grace was unparalleled, each with her own unique allure.

Just as the divine hall's door was about to open, someone came to report, whispering to the elders.

Then, the elders present all frowned, appearing somewhat reluctant. But finally, they whispered, and after some discussion, someone sighed, making a certain decision.

"Everyone, I apologize. Please wait a moment. Three more people are about to join."

This made everyone look surprised. To think that people could still be allowed to join at the last minute! Who could they be? Even Daoist Jinlin, Ying Wudi, and Yuan Shicheng were astonished.

"Everyone, apologies. We are late. We offer our apologies here for making you wait so long."

One man and two women appeared. The leader wore golden battle armor, full of heroic spirit and looking very divine and mighty. His long golden hair cascaded down, as if a god had descended.

Behind him followed two women, also exceptionally presentable and extraordinary.

"Emissary!" the direct descendant of the Heavenly God Race, who had come with an invitation, exclaimed in surprise. In an instant, everyone knew the identities of these three.

The people from Chaos Celestial Palace had arrived. No wonder Great Dream Pure Land had to show them respect; these were individuals of great background!

Chu Feng and Ouyang Feng exchanged glances. They had been campaigning in the name of the Heavenly Gods, which in reality meant looting in the names of these three. Today, they met the real owners.

"Esteemed seniors, thank you for your accommodation. Thank you for waiting for our arrival. This kindness is etched in our hearts."

The emissary from Chaos Celestial Palace bowed to the people of Great Dream Pure Land, expressing gratitude. Regardless of what was said, such conduct did not cause resentment.

"Everyone, you may enter!"

As an old man spoke, the ancient stone gate was pushed open with a rumble. The entire hall, from its walls to its gate, was almost entirely made of stone. Even what appeared to be tiles were, upon closer inspection, polished stones.

"Today, you might witness the cruel historical truth of our universe!"

"Even more terrifyingly, what you experience might be what is destined to happen in the future. Go and experience it—that terrifying future, filled with great horror. Today, you will touch upon it in advance!"

These words left everyone deeply shaken.

Then, everyone quietly entered. Over two thousand people walked into the not-so-large stone hall, yet it was not crowded at all. Inside, it was pitch black. Everyone who entered seemed to be swallowed by a black hole, never to be seen again, and no sound could be heard.