High-Level Martial Era - Chapter 770

Chapter 770: Chapter 406: Mirror of Laws
 

“Awakening the Eight Star Veins, Li Yuan muttered to himself, having already achieved them.

But he wasn’t surprised that the black-robed elder was not accurate.

Star Meridians are concealed, and it’s extremely difficult to probe with external forces; judgments based on life breath are often imprecise.

Especially after one becomes powerful, if a True God powerhouse were to inspect my body, they would certainly be able to tell, but just from appearances? Others are not like me, having the Mind Spirit Divine Palace as an inquiry method.

“Over five hundred years, that’s too long. My own cultivation is only a matter of decades,” Li Yuan said with a shake of his head and a smile.

Although said deliberately, it also reflected Li Yuan’s inner thoughts.

Over five hundred years? Li Yuan cannot wait that long.

If he were to return after such a long time, perhaps the Seven Star Civilization would have undergone great changes, and many friends and relatives might have already passed away.

“Haha, no rush, you would hardly be able to catch up this time anyway,” the black-robed elder said with a laugh: “Semi-Divine is the last realm before Ascending to God, and it is a crucial one… Take your time to think, perhaps in a hundred years, you might change your mind.”

“Becoming a god a few hundred years earlier doesn’t mean much.”

“And the Ancestral Realm Order is a rare opportunity for the powerhouses of Jue Xing Continent.”

The black-robed elder thought Li Yuan was too young, merely at the Flying Heaven Level, and had not encountered some of the supreme powerhouses, so he had no clear understanding of the significance of the Ancestral Realm Order.

He would come to understand in time.

But what he didn’t know was that if Li Yuan were a native being of Jue Xing Continent, perhaps he would be willing to wait, but he was just an outsider.

At this moment.

Li Yuan had already made up his mind: “I must do everything in my power to figure out a way to join the battle in twelve years and strive for the Ancestral Realm War… regardless of success or failure, I must give it my all.”

No matter how difficult!

Was it harder than initially awakening the Second Rank Eight Star Veins? Li Yuan’s nature was to never admit defeat.

Even if he fails, at least there would be no regrets.

… “Elder, why would there be such a requirement for becoming a Registered Disciple of an Ascended Heavenly God?” Li Yuan asked, puzzled.

“The master loves reputation,” the black-robed elder chuckled: “According to the master, the benefits you receive are proportional to the karma you create… For Direct Disciples and Inner Sect Disciples, the requirements are quite stringent.”

“For a Registered Disciple, there’s no need for additional demands, after all, they receive very little… If a Registered Disciple turns out to be a failure, so be it.”

“But if they become an extraordinary figure, the master also wants people to know, that this is his Registered Disciple, that’s why he requires the public disclosure of the identity,” the black-robed elder said.

Li Yuan was caught between laughter and tears.

This Heavenly Divine actually cared so much about fame? Even in death, he sought renown.

Truly a remarkable character.

No wonder the behavior of the black-robed elder before him was also quite odd; like master, like servant.

“I understand your concerns.”

“The master has formidable enemies, hence the places of inheritance are very secretive, and he does not demand any disciple to disclose their identity openly,” the black-robed elder said: “But with two conditions.”

“If you Ascend to Heavenly God, naturally you won’t fear the master’s great enemy, and even the Starry Sky Ancient City will have to respect you.”

“If you can seize the Ancestral Realm Order as a Semi-Divine, as long as you don’t fall in the future, you generally can reach the level of a True God at the peak.”

“As long as you wish, you could fully join the core ranks of ‘Jue Xing Ancient City’, and you are just a Registered Disciple… The master’s great enemy, should probably not go so far as to kill you,” the black-robed elder said.

Li Yuan nodded slightly.

According to the norms of the Divine Realm, a Registered Disciple is essentially close to a ‘follower’, and their status is not even as high as some trusted followers.

Inner Sect Disciples are usually considered formally included in the sect.

In the Divine Realm, many Heavenly Divines fight to the death among themselves, and when one side falls, it usually does not affect the Registered Disciples.

Unless there is a great threat, they do not deliberately eliminate even Inner Sect Disciples.

The supreme powerhouses have their pride too.

But no matter what, there’s always a risk.

If this Ascended Heavenly God’s enemy is one to bear grudges, then that would be a major problem.

“Elder, if I become a Registered Disciple of an Ascended Heavenly God, what could I gain?” Li Yuan asked directly.

Whether the risk is great also depends on the gains.

“Such hesitation, it seems that you are indeed determined to obtain the Ancestral Realm Order,” the black-robed elder laughed: “The previous ten-plus Registered Disciples didn’t hesitate much.”

Li Yuan couldn’t help but nod.

Most Flying Heaven Realm or even Semi-Divine would probably not hesitate much and would directly agree.

“By the master’s command, all Registered Disciples, as a first gift, will receive twenty thousand Divine Crystals,” the black-robed elder said.

Twenty thousand Divine Crystals?

Li Yuan thought to himself, that amounts to the entire wealth of many Initial Rank of Pseudo-God powerhouses.

But for a Heavenly Divine that is nearing the end of life and has specifically left behind an inheritance, that’s too little.

Like the treasures left for their Direct Disciples by gods like Ancient Flame True God, how much could one acquire? Just an Ancient Divine Palace alone would be invaluable.

“The second gift depends on the strength of the Registered Disciple; after all, Registered Disciples vary in strength, so naturally, the gifts can’t all be the same.”

“If they encounter a powerful Registered Disciple, naturally, a better gift must be prepared,” the black-robed old man said with a smile: “Like you, in terms of strength and potential, you’re even stronger than Direct Disciples and Inner Sect Disciples at the Flying Heaven Level… You are qualified to choose one of the top three treasures from the ‘Registered Disciples’ Treasury.'”

“What are the top three treasures?” Li Yuan asked curiously.

“The top three include two True God Instruments, both meticulously crafted by the master, worthy of being the pinnacle of True God Instruments… after all, the Heavenly God Artifacts were reserved for his Direct Disciples,” said the black-robed elder: “The other treasure is the Mirror of Laws.”

Mirror of Laws? A flicker of puzzlement passed through Li Yuan’s eyes.

What is it?

“You might want to agree to him,” Gu You’s voice suddenly resounded in Li Yuan’s mind, even with a hint of excitement: “The Mirror of Laws! I knew it, a Heavenly Divine on the brink of death would definitely leave behind such an important item, but I didn’t expect even a Registered Disciple to have a chance to obtain it.”

“Sister, what is the Mirror of Laws?” Li Yuan quickly asked.

“Do you remember the three methods I told you about that can most quickly improve Law Comprehension efficiency?” Gu You’s voice transmitted.

“I remember,” said Li Yuan: “First, is to enhance one’s own compatibility, such as practicing auxiliary Supreme Star Techniques like ‘True Interpretation of the Sky Wind Star Meridian’ or using the Origin of Sky Wind to transform one’s body, which are permanent improvements.”

“Second, is to acquire treasures that assist in Enlightenment, like the ‘Map of Myriad Stars.'”

“Third, esoteric objects meant for Enlightenment, like the legendary Enlightenment Leaves.” Li Yuan quickly said.

“Correct.”

“This Mirror of Laws, it is such an esoteric object for Enlightenment,” transmitted Gu You: “The Mirror of Laws is exceedingly rare, even in the Divine Realm, many Heavenly Divine Direct Disciples might not be able to obtain it.”

Li Yuan listened, astonished.

Even Heavenly Divine Direct Disciples might not be able to obtain it? Is it that precious?

“Because, it is the product of a deceased Heavenly Divine,” said Gu You: “A Heavenly Divine Powerhouse must fully comprehend a law, coupled with a deep understanding of the Space Law… allowing their souls to almost merge into the Origin of the Great Dao, making the soul incredibly special.”

“When nearing their fall.”

“If the Heavenly Divine is willing, they can strip out many of their Law Comprehensions and condense them into the Mirror of Laws, True River of Laws… these two great treasures. The True River of Laws is even more magical.”

“Typically, the soul of a Heavenly Divine can condense more than one Mirror of Laws. Once used, it illuminates the Cultivator’s heart and directly points to the source of the law… definitely a huge fortune,” transmitted Gu You: “The treasures left behind by father are absolutely beyond your imagination, so, True God Instruments… even the finest True God Instruments, you don’t need to care too much about.”

“After all, True God Instruments can only be used once you Ascend to God, and once you become a god, you’ll probably become a True God in one breath, and obtaining True God Instruments won’t be difficult.”

“But the Mirror of Laws is extremely rare and also holds a legendary status as an esoteric object of enlightenment in the Divine Realm,” solemnly transmitted Gu You.

Li Yuan already understood.

He couldn’t help but think of the Pseudo-God Liquid, crafted from the souls of Pseudo-God Powerhouses.

And yet the Mirror of Laws, True River of Laws, can only be condensed from the Law Comprehensions within the soul of a Heavenly Divine upon their imminent death… representing the life of the Heavenly Divine.

No wonder some Heavenly Divine Direct Disciples couldn’t obtain it.

“A living Heavenly Divine, unless robbed, where else could one come from?” Li Yuan thought to himself: “Only a deceased Heavenly Divine could possibly leave one behind.”

Such esoteric objects meant for Enlightenment, this mysterious Heavenly Divine left behind before death – there must be more than one but not many.

“I’m all in!”

“Heavenly Divine enemy? If I complete the Purple Garment mission, I will leave Jue Xing Continent,” Li Yuan thought to himself: “By then, even if that Heavenly Divine wants to kill me, he will likely be unable to find me.”

Li Yuan had already thought through the pros and cons.

With only twelve years left, he must seize every opportunity. Once he leaves the Abyss Demon Blood Den… as an outsider with an unclear identity, even with high talent, he may not be recognized by other Heavenly Divines on the Jue Xing Continent.

In such a short time, it would be extremely difficult to come across greater opportunities.

This black-robed elder, with just his teleportation skill alone, could easily kill him if he wanted to; there was no need to deceive him.

“Seize every opportunity to become a Purple Garment Member,” Li Yuan thought to himself: “From the many traces left by the principal, Dongfang Alliance Leader, the opportunity contained within the Burial Immortal Ancient Domain seems to be even greater than that of the Heavenly Divine Direct Disciples.”

With this in mind.

“Senior, I wish to become a Registered Disciple of the Heavenly Divine,” said Li Yuan.

“Haha, good, that’s a wise choice,” the black-robed elder showed a smile: “Rest assured, you will be happy with your decision today… Some things, due to special reasons, I can’t tell you, but you’ll understand soon.”

“You’re called Xu Yuan, right?”

“Correct,” Li Yuan nodded.

“Xu Yuan, follow me,” the black-robed elder turned and was about to fly towards another corridor in the hall.

“Senior, what about them?” Li Yuan couldn’t help but point at the skeletons on the ground.

“These people, although they barely passed the peripheral challenge, still didn’t meet the requirements,” sighed the black-robed elder, shaking his head: “In the end, they could only die of old age here; these are the master’s orders, and I cannot defy them.”

“In fact, the ‘Abyss Demon Blood Den’ you experienced is not the actual peripheral challenge of the Legacy Land.”

“Those ferocious beasts were cultivated by another True God specifically for Slaughter,” said the black-robed elder.

Li Yuan nodded in understanding.

This was also one of his confusions, the Semi-Divine Level ferocious beasts and Blood Demons he encountered in the Abyss Demon Blood Den… the difficulty was much greater than in the corridors.

“That involves other secrets,” the black-robed elder shook his head: “After all, most of the Legacy Land’s treasures have been taken, and I did not care much.”

“Unless one is powerful, like at the Flying Heaven Level showing the strength of Initial Rank of Semi-Divine, hopeful to become a Registered Disciple of the master, then I would teleport them here.”