"Hmm?"
Lin Fei opened his eyes.
What matter could be so urgent that the Azure Emperor Supreme himself would send a message directly? Was it concerning the Dark Demon Domain?
Lin Fei did not know, and the Azure Emperor Supreme had not elaborated.
Thus, Lin Fei rose and stepped forth, traversing space in an instant. When he reappeared, he had already arrived at the headquarters of the Ancient Covenant.
"Lin Fei has arrived!"
At that moment, within the grand hall of the Ancient Covenant, including the Azure Emperor Supreme, all eight Supremes were assembled.
Clearly, a significant event had transpired; otherwise, it would be unthinkable for all eight Supremes to gather together.
"Esteemed Supremes, what has happened?" Lin Fei asked directly. "Is there some movement from the Dark Demon Domain?"
The Azure Emperor Supreme shook his head slightly, "There has been no movement in the Dark Demon Domain; they remain secluded within the Yin-Yang Immortal Domain without any signs of expansion, appearing utterly quiet.
We have been monitoring the Dark Demon Domain closely. Should there be any disturbance, we would know immediately. This matter does not concern the Dark Demon Domain, but rather, it pertains to the Chaos."
"The Chaos?" A gleam of curiosity flashed in Lin Fei's eyes. He had long been aware of the Chaos. Within it, countless realms like the Dark Demon Domain and the Divine Realm existed, realms only the Supremes could traverse.
Although Lin Fei was not yet a Supreme, his strength was no less than any among them. Moreover, having transformed his body into a world of its own, robust in flesh, he was also capable of venturing into the Chaos. It was only the current turmoil in the Divine Realm that had prevented him from exploring the Chaos until now.
"Indeed, it concerns the Chaos," continued the Azure Emperor Supreme. "Recently, we detected some intense fluctuations near the Divine Realm. These fluctuations are undoubtedly artificial, possibly even indicating a battle. Thus, we dispatched Black Tortoise Supreme to investigate."
"What exactly had happened?"
"Black Tortoise Supreme discovered the source of the disturbances. It turns out, near our Divine Realm, a nascent realm is forming. That is to say, a realm is slowly coming into existence. Of course, it is still nascent.
To fully emerge, it could take thousands if not tens of thousands of years or even longer. However, for some reason, this information may have leaked. Many Supreme beings from the Chaos have gathered around this nascent realm.
They are preparing to wait for the nascent realm to fully form, to then claim it. We believe that since this nascent realm could potentially become a full-fledged realm, it is of utmost importance.
Martial Ancestor Lin, your Eternal Realm, although not a true realm in Chaos, is still a world. You have always said, you wish for your Eternal Realm to evolve. And isn't the ultimate evolution for a world to become a realm like the Divine Realm?
If you were to consume this nascent realm and fully integrate it into your Eternal Realm. Could there not be a chance, in the future, for your Eternal Realm to evolve into a realm?
Even if it cannot transform now, it could surely greatly enhance the power of your Eternal Realm, could it not? With the Lord of Dark Demons remaining silent, we are all somewhat uneasy. He is likely brewing some earth-shattering scheme."
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Only with the increased power of your Eternal Realm, Martial Ancestor Lin, might you be able to withstand the machinations of the Lord of Dark Demons!"
Upon hearing the Azure Emperor Supreme's words, Lin Fei's heart surged with excitement.
A nascent realm!
A realm that could one day fully emerge! If he could allow his Eternal Realm to consume it, then perhaps, Lin Fei's Eternal Realm could also transform into a realm. Even the mere hope was sufficient. This indeed was a rare opportunity for Lin Fei.
"Azure Emperor Supreme, thank you for bringing the nascent realm to my attention," Lin Fei expressed his gratitude. "You are correct in your speculation. The nascent realm is likely of great importance to me."
"Therefore, I have decided to venture into the Chaos," Lin Fei declared with unwavering resolve. "No matter what, I must seize that nascent realm."
The Azure Emperor Supreme smiled, knowing well that Lin Fei would not miss this opportunity. With a laugh, he said, "Indeed, Martial Ancestor Lin, you should take this time to seize the nascent realm and strive to enhance your strength."
"Since the Lord of Dark Demons remains inactive," he continued, "and since he is silently preparing something, we too must not be unprepared.
However, Martial Ancestor Lin, this will be your first foray into the Chaos. Although your strength is formidable, you are unfamiliar with the Chaos. This time, Black Tortoise Supreme and I will accompany you to the Chaos to claim the nascent realm!
The remaining six Supremes will remain stationed within the Divine Realm. Regardless, we will return to the Divine Realm as soon as possible to avoid any unforeseen events."
It appeared that the Azure Emperor Supreme and the others had already planned thoroughly.
Lin Fei nodded in agreement. This indeed was the best arrangement. With the experience of the Azure Emperor Supreme and Black Tortoise Supreme, there should be no mishaps in the Chaos.
Moreover, their strength would also be a significant aid to Lin Fei in contesting for the nascent realm.
"Very well, let us delay no further and depart immediately!" Lin Fei was already eager, almost impatient to head into the Chaos.
"Martial Ancestor Lin, there is no need to rush," the Azure Emperor Supreme cautioned. "The Chaos is not so easily navigated. Once you enter, it remains to be seen if you can adapt."
"Let's go!" he declared, and under the guidance of the Azure Emperor Supreme, Lin Fei, and Black Tortoise Supreme, the trio directly traversed the void, vanishing from the Ancient City.
"Hum."
In a certain void within the Divine Realm, ripples of space appeared.
"Swoosh."
Lin Fei, the Azure Emperor Supreme, and the Black Tortoise Supreme emerged one by one from the spatial passage.
"Where is this?" Lin Fei looked around. It seemed like nothing special. Just an ordinary expanse of the void.
The Azure Emperor Supreme offered a gentle smile.
"Martial Ancestor Lin, why not try to feel the surroundings once more?"
Thus, Lin Fei concentrated once again on sensing the void around him. Still, he initially discerned nothing unusual. Deciding to fully embody his Eternal Realm—for in this form his power peaked and his senses were heightened to their utmost—he finally detected the uniqueness of this expanse of void.
"This void," Lin Fei noted, "seems to be blocked by some force ahead and above. Or rather, it seems there is no void ahead or above at all. Is there no path forward?"
Lin Fei was somewhat astonished, having never encountered such a phenomenon before. The Azure Emperor Supreme explained with a smile, "Indeed, this part of the void is the boundary of the Divine Realm."
"People say the Divine Realm is boundless," he continued. "But in truth, even the vast Divine Realm has its limits. It's just that ordinary beings cannot reach this boundary, or even if they do, they do not realize it.
Only we, the Supremes, can sense the edge of the Divine Realm. What lies ahead and above is the realm's membrane. To leave the Divine Realm and enter the Chaos, we must breach this membrane."
"Realm membrane?" Lin Fei murmured to himself.
He reached out his hand, attempting to grasp what was in front of him. Yet, there was nothing tangible—merely an emptiness, seemingly unobstructed.
But when embodied as his Eternal Realm, Lin Fei could feel that indeed, the path was "blocked."
"How can we break through the realm membrane?" Lin Fei inquired.
"It's quite simple. One only needs the power of a Supreme," the Azure Emperor Supreme responded. "Breaking the membrane from the outside to enter a realm requires far greater strength. But from inside to the Chaos, it is much easier.
Moreover, we need not fear that we cannot return. We carry the essence of the Divine Realm, the breath of life from the Divine Realm. Even if we return from the Chaos, the Divine Realm will readily accept us, allowing us to easily break through the Divine Realm's membrane and reenter.
Those from the Dark Demon Domain cannot do this. Beings from the Dark Demon Domain can only enter the Divine Realm because the Lord of Dark Demons uses some artifact or method to forcibly open the Divine Realm's membrane."
Lin Fei nodded, indicating his understanding.
"Good, now that you understand, let us proceed," declared the Azure Emperor Supreme.
As his words fell, "Boom." In the next moment, Lin Fei acted.