Chapter 897 Wilderness
"The people of the Wilderness from the Northern Darksky seek an audience with the Martial Emperor!"
Outside, a respectful voice rang out.
"People from the Wilderness!"
The face of the Enlightenment Book showed a flicker of emotion as he whispered a few words to Chu Yuan, then said, "Guests of the Wilderness, please enter."
"Northern Darksky pays respects to the Martial Emperor!"
Two men walked in, both tall and sturdy, exuding an ancient and wild aura. One of the young men had already cultivated an immortal body and, upon seeing the majestic Chu Yuan, performed an ancient ritual of courtesy.
Behind him followed an elder as tall as a mountain.
The Wilderness was also an extremely powerful force in the stars of the Cosmic Sea, once home to a War God of the barbarian tribe who had waged wars within the stars, leading the Wilderness to glory.
Unexpectedly, the people of the Wilderness were actively seeking an audience with Chu Yuan.
"Guests from the Wilderness."
Chu Yuan nodded his head.
The Enlightenment Book had already informed him that the War God of the barbarian tribe came from the Northern Darksky clan of the Wilderness, the strongest clan within it.
However, the War God had not appeared in the stars for a long time. His last appearance was during the time of the gods, seemingly due to some personal complications, making it difficult for him to reappear in the world.
"I am Northern Darkmountain, the immortal protector of Northern Darksky."
Said the elder.
Protectors were present in some of the ancient and powerful forces.
This Northern Darksky was very young to have already cultivated an immortal body. He had the potential to become immortal, which is why Northern Darkmountain would protect him until he achieved immortality.
This was done to prevent the fall of talented individuals within the clan due to forces beyond their control, such as being assassinated by immortals.
"I had seen the Great Emperor at the Origin Divine Temple in the Cosmic Sea, truly majestic, overpowering the immortals but I never had the opportunity to request an audience. After learning that Your Majesty was also in the Wish-Fulfilling City, I came to seek an audience. I hope I am not disturbing you."
Northern Darkmountain was also present at the Origin Divine Temple that day, but he had not made a move, remaining hidden in the shadows.
"You are not disturbing me," Chu Yuan said with a smile, "After all, this is the Wish-Fulfilling City, and I also welcome the friends from the Wilderness to visit my empire in the future."
He could see that nowadays, as the Feathered Divine Dynasty waged war in the stars, the Wilderness would inevitably be drawn into it.
Northern Darkmountain's visit was not simply to exchange pleasantries and flatter but to express goodwill through the meeting and become friends with Chu Yuan.
After all, in times of great turmoil when the divine might of the Feathered Dynasty suppressed the other major forces, having more friends was not a bad thing, even if it was merely on the surface.
Chu Yuan naturally would not refuse; the Feathered Divine Dynasty might face adversity from all over the world, but it was not him.
"The Great Emperor's might truly leaves me in awe."
Northern Darksky seemed rough but was in fact thoughtful, with eyes twinkling with wisdom. One would be greatly mistaken to consider him a mindless brute.
"The War God of the barbarian tribe also shook the stars," Chu Yuan said with a smile.
"The War God..." Northern Darksky shook his head, "The War God's current situation is somewhat special."
He did not deny anything, as the status of the War God was known to many in the stars and was no secret.
"Your visit this time is also for the Great Wish between heaven and earth, but this Great Wish is special, and sometimes it also depends on fate. This Wish Bowl is quite unique, it's just that the cost of making a wish is too great."
Northern Darkmountain said.
"Making a wish at the expense of a great deal is an unequal trade," Chu Yuan said with a smile. "However, I have not yet seen the Great Wish myself and am also looking forward to it in half a month."
"Our goal is the same, and I also hope for Northern Darksky to become the fated one who can verify immortality."
Northern Darkmountain said.
"Everything shall be addressed on the day of the cosmic aspiration; the path to immortality is arduous," Beiming Kong said, "We won't disturb the Great Emperor. Should the opportunity arise, Beiming Kong hereby invites you to visit the Wilderness as a guest."
The two departed.
They came not to say anything specific to Chu Yuan this time, but merely to acquaint themselves with one another.
"Immortal, did you sense anything about this Martial Emperor?"
After leaving, Beiming Kong then asked Beiming Shan.
"Very powerful and mysterious. In his presence, my immortal mana was suppressed, yet I could not see through him. I can assert that his strength is far greater than it was in the Origin Divine Temple."
Beiming Shan spoke gravely.
"I had not heard of the Divine Martial Empire before, and the Martial Emperor's rise to fame came after the Origin Divine Temple. This emperor is very young and also very domineering. That makes sense. The Cosmic Sea is turbulent now, which will bring forth more mysterious figures than ever before."
Beiming Kong said, "The Martial Emperor's ambition is also tremendous, but the current great enemy is the Feathered Divine Dynasty. It's beneficial for us to form an alliance with the Martial Emperor. There's no harm in it for the Wilderness."
"I've heard that even the far shores of Shen Zhou have seen manifestations. It's not an easy place to provoke, and summoning some powerful beings to the other shore, the War God is deeply wary of it."
Admiration flashed in Beiming Shan's eyes as he said to Beiming Kong, "Yet, although the world is in chaos, it is also an era of great opportunity. The chances of breakthrough beyond immortality are greater. Were it not for the divine tribulation, peace would have remained in the cosmos for a long while, and there would be no time for the Feathered Divine Dynasty to rise."
"Wait for the cosmic aspiration."
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"Your Majesty, even the people from the Wilderness choose to make peace with the Empire. It seems the Feathered Divine Dynasty really has put immense pressure on them."
The Enlightenment Book said respectfully.
"Let there be chaos, for in chaos we seize opportunity."
Chu Yuan's gaze flickered as he spoke indifferently, "I am actually looking forward to the turmoil. To create a new order in the midst of chaos. Enlightenment Book, you have also reached the limit of the fourth step and should prepare to break through immortality."
"Immortality is too difficult." The Enlightenment Book lamented, "I have less than a ten percent chance of success."
"The Empire will help you."
Chu Yuan said.
Half a month later.
"The Wishing Well has opened, and the cosmic aspiration has emerged. Everyone may now head to the Wishing Spatial Realm. Whether you can obtain the cosmic aspiration depends on your own fortune."
A voice echoed throughout Aspiration City.
As soon as this voice fell, Aspiration City immediately erupted. Above the heavens, a hazy new world appeared, housing the existence of a divine cauldron, as the force of wishes swept down.
This was the Wishing Spatial Realm!
"Good, the cosmic aspiration has finally begun. I have been waiting for this day for a long time!"
"Countless wishes are made to open the cosmic aspiration once. The cost paid is far too great!"
"Yes, if not for the miraculous nature of the cosmic aspiration, how could so many immortals come here today?"
"Let's go, enter the Wishing Spatial Realm!"
...
As this special realm opened, numerous experts, drawn by the power of wishes, entered the Wishing Spatial Realm one after another.
Many were looking forward to this cosmic aspiration event. Sometimes, the benefits of obtaining the cosmic aspiration were a matter of luck. There have been several instances where cosmic gods received the favor of the great aspiration.
"Has it started?"
Chu Yuan gazed at the land of aspiration where three figures were already present, the Triarchs of Wishes, and then said, "Let's go. Follow me into the Wishing Spatial Realm to see. The cosmic aspiration has been so highly praised, I must have a good look."
With one step, he carried Shangguan Xian and the Enlightenment Book with his power, and upon entering the Wishing Spatial Realm, they finally clearly saw the shape of that cauldron.