CHAPTER 921: CHAPTER 907: NIGHT HUNT

Actually, when seeing the golden rhombus crystal, Ye Zhen already realized what this thing was.

Moreover, because he knew the top secret of the Sun and Moon Divine Sect, Ye Zhen had already expected that this time the golden rhombus crystal might appear.

But when he truly saw it, Ye Zhen was still greatly startled.

Especially when Ye Zhen’s Divine Sense fell upon the golden rhombus crystal, the Mirage Dragon Pearl within him trembled slightly, and immediately concealed its aura to the extreme.

Even Ye Zhen himself had to deliberately use his Divine Sense perception to find the Mirage Dragon Pearl with its aura concealed.

This discovery left Ye Zhen quite amazed.

From the reaction of the Mirage Dragon Pearl, whether it’s the Sun and Moon Divine Monarch or the golden rhombus crystal bestowed by the Sun and Moon Divine Monarch, they should both have some connection to the origin of the Mirage Dragon Pearl.

Moreover, judging by the Mirage Dragon Pearl’s reaction, it is likely a friend rather than a foe!

However, in the lingering shadow images left for Ye Zhen when the Mirage Dragon Pearl recognized its owner, among those terrifying entities determined to destroy the Mirage Dragon Pearl, there was no figure like the Sun and Moon Divine Monarch.

Nonetheless, all of this sounded alarms for Ye Zhen, and he must be even more cautious in the future.

Although he had the help of the Mirage Dragon Pearl, allowing him to ascend defyingly, the existence capable of refining the Mirage Dragon Pearl had already fallen, what does Ye Zhen count for now?

This also made Ye Zhen more curious about what heaven-defying ability the Mirage Dragon Pearl possesses that would make those terrifying entities determined to destroy it?

Anyway, so far, nothing has been discovered, which is related to Ye Zhen having only unsealed three layers of the Mirage Dragon Pearl.

Unfortunately, the further along, the energy needed to unseal the Mirage Dragon Pearl would increase exponentially or even thousands of times. With Ye Zhen’s current Cultivation, even if he pours all his Cultivation into the Fourth Stage Spatial Seal barrier of the Mirage Dragon Pearl, he would barely make a dent in it.

The only method for Ye Zhen to unseal the fourth or even the fifth layer spatial seal barrier is to rapidly improve his own Cultivation. Once Ye Zhen’s Cultivation reaches a certain level, unsealing the fourth layer spatial seal barrier of the Mirage Dragon Pearl would become much easier!

As the golden rhombus crystal appeared out of thin air inside the golden altar, the open eyes of the Sun and Moon God Monarch’s Divine Statue began to slowly close, and the golden light projected also disappeared.

Once the golden light disappeared, the golden altar on the ground also vanished, leaving only the golden rhombus crystal placed there.

"Receive the treasure bestowed by the Divine Monarch!"

With a low shout from Jian Qianxiong, Ye Zhen left the Moon Disk, as it was the Assistant Priest’s responsibility. He took the Jade Plate that had been set aside and used Spiritual Power to lift the golden rhombus crystal, placing it on the Jade Plate and standing beside it.

"Having enjoyed the grace of the Divine Monarch, everyone, follow my lead in thanking the divine favor!"

Immediately, guided by Jian Qianxiong, everyone presented a grand ceremony of three kneels and nine bows towards the Sun and Moon Divine Monarch Statue. Of course, the Divine Sacrifice did not end here, it was merely beginning.

Just now, the sacrifice and enjoyment of the Power of Grace were the most important segments, and the remaining parts were merely ceremonial rites, presided over by Jian Qianxiong.

However, Ye Zhen couldn’t rest either, as an Assistant Priest, he still had to cooperate from the side.

This situation continued for an hour, after which Jian Qianxiong announced the end of the sixty-year Divine Sacrifice.

"Everyone, the Divine Sacrifice is over, but you must strive harder!

The grace of the Divine Monarch only descends to those who have accomplished deeds. Only those who have made contributions to the Sun and Moon Divine Sect can be positioned here and enjoy the grace! I hope that during the next Divine Sacrifice, I can still see you standing here rather than being replaced by newcomers!"

This final sentence was Jian Qianxiong reinforcing authority.

Say no more, just the direct improvement in Cultivation during today’s Divine Sacrifice is enough for the higher-ups present to fight desperately for the Sun and Moon Divine Sect.

No exception, just by standing here for over an hour today, including Ye Zhen and Jian Qianxiong, there were fifty-five people present.

Among these fifty-five people, even the one with the worst gain experienced a one-stage improvement in Cultivation.

Normally, this one-stage improvement requires at least three years of secluded hard Cultivation, with the time spent in normal practice definitely exceeding five years.

This is the visible benefit; the direct improvements in internal organ functions, removal of hidden injuries, strengthening of meridians brought about by the Sun and Moon Yin Yang Elemental Power, which are intangible benefits, are countless.

Who wouldn’t care for such benefits?

That’s the least, and today, they personally saw colleagues who, with the help of the Sun and Moon Yin Yang Elemental Power, broke through to the Realm of Establishment, which is usually difficult to reach, who wouldn’t envy and be moved?

Just like Yao Sen and Tian Guizhang, both of whom elevated their Cultivation to the Peak of Seventh Stage of Vein Forging Realm, but are still one step away from the Establishment Realm, now looking at Shen Cang, Tus De, and others, their eyes are full of envy.

It can be said that this Divine Sacrifice is not only a substantial enhancement of the Sun and Moon Divine Sect’s power but also the cohesion of the Sun and Moon Divine Sect and the loyalty of the higher echelons will reach an unprecedented level after this Divine Sacrifice.

After the end of the Divine Sacrifice, the high echelons returned to their positions and performed their duties, while Ye Zhen couldn’t rest.

Previously, when Ye Zhen and Jian Qianxiong discussed how to deal with Yan Wuji gathering the allied army of the three major forces, Ye Zhen agreed to take on a task, which must be accomplished now.

The sooner this matter begins, the better.

Ye Zhen prepared to slightly organize the skyrocketing cultivation within his body before taking action.

However, before Ye Zhen could return home, a talisman communication from Jian Qianxiong arrived.

When Ye Zhen reached Jian Qianxiong’s silent chamber, Jian Qianxiong was sitting cross-legged there with a solemn expression, as the golden rhombus crystal floated in front of him.

Jian Qianxiong’s ten fingers fluttered as strands of five-colored spiritual power flew from his fingertips, starting to layer upon layer wrap around the golden rhombus crystal.

Ye Zhen did not speak, he simply watched Jian Qianxiong’s actions quietly.

This scene lasted for about 15 minutes, and the golden rhombus crystal that appeared inside the golden altar was currently wrapped in five-colored spiritual power silk, resembling a cocoon.

Moreover, in Ye Zhen’s spiritual power perception, as the cocoon thickened, the aura of the golden rhombus crystal became increasingly weak, until finally, it was entirely indiscernible.

Ye Zhen already understood that Jian Qianxiong was sealing this golden rhombus crystal.

After Ye Zhen could no longer perceive the aura of the golden rhombus crystal, Jian Qianxiong continued to wrap it in five-colored spiritual power silk for nearly half a quarter-hour, and it was still not finished.

He took out a black box densely inscribed with engravings and carefully placed the crystal inside.

At this point, Ye Zhen couldn’t even sense the aura of the five-colored spiritual power silk.

"I have completely sealed it. Unless I actively break its seal, this golden rhombus crystal will not be activated!"

Jian Qianxiong wiped the sweat off his forehead, "However, if the battle fails and the situation is critical, I will still unseal it to summon the divine monarch’s envoy. You should understand this, Ye Zhen!"

"It’s better to serve a troublesome ancestor than to see the sect annihilated! Of course, unless absolutely necessary, I will not take this step." Jian Qianxiong’s expression was somewhat somber.

"I understand, Sect Hierarch, I can comprehend!"

"Alright, now you can tell me what oddity occurred on your person during the divine sacrifice today?" Jian Qianxiong asked, which was the real reason for summoning Ye Zhen!

Ye Zhen, naturally, would not reveal the truth to Jian Qianxiong, and speaking the truth wouldn’t explain it clearly — the more involved, the more complicated it would get, unless Ye Zhen was willing to disclose all his secrets to Jian Qianxiong.

Ye Zhen gave Jian Qianxiong a plausible yet inexplicable answer, stating that an anomaly occurred after his divine sense touched the divine monarch divine statue, and coincidentally, he forged a new vein.

As for why, Ye Zhen apologized, saying even he wasn’t clear and needed Sect Hierarch’s guidance!

"Ah, extraordinary encounters in the world are often inexplicable mysteries!

However, this Sun and Moon Divine Altar’s divine sacrifice occurs once every three years. If we can amass a similar number of offerings in the future, perhaps it can be attempted again!" Finally, Jian Qianxiong reached a conclusion.

"Sect Hierarch, time is of the essence. No one knows when the allied army of the three forces led by Yan Wuji will strike. For victory or defeat, I wish to implement that plan tonight!" Ye Zhen said.

Upon hearing this, Jian Qianxiong’s expression stiffened, and he nodded heavily, "Indeed, but be careful in everything. I’ll await your good news here!"

Giving a respectful gesture, Ye Zhen strode out, returned to his manor, and began calming his breath, channeling the surging Xuan Fire Spiritual Power within him!

During the divine sacrifice, although nine-tenths of the Sun and Moon Yin Yang Elemental Power Ye Zhen absorbed were used to open the sixth innate bloodline and refine the five internal organs and six hollow organs, it couldn’t compare to the overwhelming amount Ye Zhen absorbed.

Relative to Xuan Fire Spiritual Power, the grade of Sun and Moon Yin Yang Elemental Power was higher, so Ye Zhen’s originally empty dantian, including the half-empty martial vein, was currently filled with Xuan Fire Spiritual Power.

Purely from the perspective of cultivation, because of cultivating the Impermanence Mysterious Fire Scripture and this divine sacrifice, Ye Zhen’s cultivation did not grow at all, but the total amount of spiritual power within him surged fivefold.

While combat power would not correspondingly soar fivefold, the enhancement was still highly significant!

Having gained so much power in a short time, Ye Zhen needed to adapt using divine sense.

Otherwise, it’s like an ordinary person suddenly gaining an acquired spiritual body; if they were to jump using the same strength again, they would definitely hit their head.

Although Ye Zhen had undertaken such tasks before, they are still exceedingly perilous, so Ye Zhen must ensure everything is perfect, allowing no room for error!

Over an hour later, as a surge of Xuan Fire Spiritual Power rippled externally a few times, Ye Zhen slowly opened his eyes.

"Little cat!"

With a soft call, the Cloud Winged Tiger King, who rested in its true form on the other side of the silent chamber, let out a joyful cry and swiftly transformed into a white streak, leaping at Ye Zhen.

As it leaped into Ye Zhen’s arms, it had already changed to the size of a palm.

With a gentle stomp of one foot, Ye Zhen seemed to sink into quicksand, disappearing instantly into the ground.

Night Hunt Plan — Begin! (to be continued. If you enjoy this work, feel free to vote for it with recommendation tickets or monthly tickets on Qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)