Before my eyes, the boundless laws interweave into a network, sprawling across the entire land.

The law network resembles the arteries and veins of heaven and earth, crisscrossing and operating ceaselessly.

"That is my law."

A strand of law connects Wang Xu's body, communicating with heaven and earth, merging with the law network between heaven and earth.

The white stream shining with radiance was originally meant to comply with the intent of the laws, circulating between Wang Xu and the laws.

But now it has completely reversed direction.

"The law network pervades every corner, and all living beings exist under the laws."

For the first time, Wang Xu truly saw what the "law" looks like, "and my law is moving in reverse within the law network."

Not just him, but all the Saint Venerable Ancestors present had their laws "reversing," like vehicles driving against traffic, unique and conspicuous.

Yet, Wang Xu's law stood out even more, for his law realm had reached the Third Realm, reversing, with the dazzling white stream flowing continuously like water, whereas the Saint Venerables whose power of laws had not reached the Third Realm were intermittent, appearing and vanishing, the difference between the two immense.

Looking again at the law strands on Dark Night Saint Venerable and Ancestor of Wine and Music, the law surges were not only rapid and turbulent, but even the law strands were several times thicker.

This clearly shows how powerful the law power of Dark Night Saint Venerable and Ancestor of Wine and Music is.

Feeling the law aura on Wang Xu's body had changed drastically from before, Ancestor of Wine and Music laughed: "Young one, your power of laws has made a breakthrough?"

Wang Xu snapped out of his daze.

"Thank you, senior, for your guidance. My debt of gratitude is immeasurable!" Wang Xu expressed his gratitude.

The Third Realm had consumed a million years of his time before he finally comprehended it.

But this was because of Ancestor of Wine and Music's guidance. Without his wholehearted bestowal, Wang Xu might have taken several million years, tens of millions of years, or even several Law Eras to barely reach the Third Layer, and definitely not as clearly as now!

"It's no great favor. Just don't forget this old bone of mine when you become strong and formidable in the future!" Ancestor of Wine and Music took a big swig of wine, calling out in satisfaction.

"Rest assured, senior. In the future, if there's anything within my power, I will definitely help you accomplish it!" Wang Xu nodded in agreement.

The guidance from Ancestor of Wine and Music saved Wang Xu countless years of sitting in dry meditation, a great kindness and favor that must be remembered.

"If you want to help me, then quickly cultivate 'Zheng' and pass this damned trial! But in terms of power of laws, I can still guide you. As for 'Zheng,' I have no way at all." Ancestor of Wine and Music stashed away the wine pot, "I've been trapped in this wretched place for who knows how many years, feeling incredibly nostalgic for the outside world!"

After speaking, Ancestor of Wine and Music shook his head: "Forget it! Sleep!" And immediately lay on the ground, snoring away.

Wang Xu bowed deeply to Ancestor of Wine and Music, then looked toward another side, where Dark Night Saint Venerable sat immovable as a mountain rock.

Dark Night Saint Venerable had also challenged numerous times over this million years.

The results were evident, all failures.

"Dark Night Saint Venerable's 'Zheng' is still at the Fifth Level. If he reaches the Sixth Level, then I will have no chance." Wang Xu mused inwardly.

He was striving to catch up with and surpass Dark Night Saint Venerable.

One must admit, Dark Night Saint Venerable's talent is indeed formidable, achieving such high accomplishments that ordinary people cannot reach.

Even among those peak geniuses accompanying Wang Xu, few could truly compare with Dark Night Saint Venerable.

But Wang Xu would not concede.

"Dark Night Saint Venerable is a genius, and so am I!"

In the Genetics Academy, Wang Xu had already shown remarkable talent. Reaching Ancient Luo Cosmos, he only ascended further, although the contributions of You Ji accounted for most of it. But without Wang Xu's own extraordinary nature, how could he achieve such heights?

Moreover, he had cultivated to this point without reaching a Law Era!

An ordinary cultivator takes several Law Eras to become a Celestial God. Wang Xu achieved the rank of Saint Venerable without reaching a Law Era, proving his talent is equally monstrous!

In the hearts of geniuses, there is pride; none will admit defeat.

Wang Xu is no exception.

"But how can I cultivate 'Zheng' to the Sixth Level?" This is where Wang Xu is perplexed.

Even a talent like Dark Night Saint Venerable spent such a long time without reaching the Sixth Layer. Even if Wang Xu possesses comprehension unmatched by Dark Night Saint Venerable, it will still take at least as long.

If during this time, Dark Night Saint Venerable reaches the Sixth Layer, succeeding in enslaving ten Golden Dragons and passing the trial, not only will the Great Emperor's Treasure belong to someone else, but Wang Xu's years of effort would all be in vain.

What exactly should be done?

Wang Xu sat on the ground, frowning in thought.

Hoo!

"Wang Xu, what troubles you now?" The red-robed silhouette of You Ji appeared, immediately drawing the attention of many Saint Venerable Ancestors.

Feeling the unique aura of the Chaos Fire Spirit, the Saint Venerable Ancestors were itching to move.

"I wish to elevate 'Zheng' to a higher realm in the shortest time possible, but I am truly powerless."

Wang Xu shook his head and sighed, "To cultivate 'Zheng,' one must first strengthen soul power, but how difficult is it to cultivate soul power? Not to mention understanding the enslavement technique within 'Zheng,' even many in the Ancestor Realm find it impossible, making it even more difficult for me."

On this small island, a thousand Saint Venerable Ancestors are trapped, yet the highest realm of 'Zheng' reached is only the Fifth Level by Dark Night Saint Venerable.

As for Ancestor of Wine and Music? To this day, he remains at the Third Level, just like Wang Xu.

Some Saint Venerable Ancestors have even lower realms, barely reaching the Second Level, First Level.

Trying to advance the realm of 'Zheng' indicates how challenging it is.

"Hehe, even such a trivial matter troubles you?" You Ji smiled slyly, "I have a good method that can greatly elevate the level of your 'Zheng' in a short time!"

"Oh?"

Wang Xu's eyes lit up with interest all of a sudden, "What method?"

"Look there." You Ji pointed into the distance, and Wang Xu followed his gaze, "Dragon Circle?"

"That's right!"

You Ji slyly smiled, "Remember the Silver Dragon from the last challenge? That was quite a feast!"

Recalling the delicious experience of that day, You Ji's eyes showed a longing expression. He couldn't help but lick his lips, savoring the memory.

"A feast, indeed, but it only replenished my lost Power of Laws, Sacred Qi. How does that affect 'Zheng'?" Wang Xu sneered.

"Fool!"

You Ji grinned fiercely, "Tell me, for 'Zheng' to be powerful, doesn't it need a strong Soul Power firstly?"

Wang Xu nodded.

Indeed, 'Zheng' is a Soul Chaos Primordial Technique, describing how to use Soul Power to enslave living beings.

When the Soul Power is strong, naturally, 'Zheng' can exert even greater power.

"There you have it!"

You Ji chuckled, "Do you know why I devoured the dead beings, transforming their corpses into Primordial Qi and giving you all the Power of Laws?"

"It's because what I needed wasn't Primordial Qi and Power of Laws, but the souls within the beings that hadn't yet dissolved!"

You Ji being the Chaos Devouring Fire, as he had mentioned, specialized in devouring Spiritual Souls and Spirituality, Wang Xu wasn't surprised by this.

"At first in the Ancient Luo Cosmos, Fen You replaced me to survive, but he was so weak then, he had no choice but to form a Symbiotic Contract with you."

You Ji narrated the past, "Afterward, when you killed living beings, Fen You would devour their corpses, giving you the Primordial Qi while the souls went to Fen You."

"Unfortunately, those souls were too small to heal Fen You's injuries."

"Luckily, in the end, little by little, Fen You awoke."

"With Fen You's roar, my seal naturally unraveled, and I was free."

"Only, before Fen You died, he took you to Chaos, consuming a lot of Soul Power, forcing me to devour those small-souled beings."

You Ji laughed with malevolence, "Don't think I can only devour the corpses of dead beings; I can equally devour living beings! If I reach my peak, even a Great Emperor Realm can be devoured!"

"And yes, I mean a living Great Emperor!"

Devouring a living Great Emperor!

Even though Wang Xu's mind was calm enough, hearing this, he couldn't hide the shock in his heart.

"Heh heh, now you know how strong I am, right?"

You Ji displayed a smug expression, "I don't take action because you haven't truly grown yet. You need to go through trials and tribulations, to squeeze out all potential through great dangers... I don't want to end up like Fen You, following some Qu Yao Saint Venerable, only to perish in Ancient Luo."

You Ji, born as a Chaos Fire Spirit, in terms of pride, dignity, and arrogance, is no less than Wang Xu and his kind.

Should they grow up, even the Great Emperor would disdain them, let alone follow someone as inconspicuous as Wang Xu!

"You probably don't know how many times I've seen you almost die at the hands of others, pondering whether to step in. Fortunately, you're tough, you survived, and achieved such accomplishments, haha!" You Ji laughed out loud.

These words left Wang Xu deeply moved.

For so many years, the always mysterious You Ji finally unveiled the veil of mystery before him.

Wang Xu also finally understood a crucial question—why once the Fire of Silence touches something, it can't be extinguished.

Why?

Because You Ji burns the soul!

He devours the souls of beings, and as long as the soul exists, the fire cannot be extinguished.

"You had such secrets and didn't tell me!" Wang Xu said with a mix of anger and laughter, delivering a solid punch to You Ji.

"You..."

You Ji glared, "Forget it, now just choose to challenge directly, let me devour the Silver Dragon, all you need to do is prepare well and receive the Soul Power!"

Saying this, You Ji once again licked his lips.

It seemed he was truly craving it.

"Alright! We'll do as you say!"

Wang Xu nodded heavily.

…

"Lan Ji! I want to challenge!"

Wang Xu stood in front of the Dragon Circle and shouted loudly.

Lan Ji's figure appeared, without asking anything, directly waved a hand, "Begin."

"Kill!"

Like a wolf or tiger, Wang Xu charged straight into the group of Dragon Beasts, slaughtering wildly. (To be continued. If you like this work, you're welcome to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please go to m.qidian.com to read.)