Crystal Clan

The Crystal Clan's senses were extremely sharp. As soon as White Night's divine sense touched the city, dozens of blue figures flew out. The leader was an old man wearing a crystal robe. His wings were covered in golden patterns, and the tip of the staff in his hand was embedded with a blue crystal similar to a planetary core, radiating the pressure of the mid-Immortal Venerable Realm. This was the patriarch of the Crystal Clan, Elder Lan Jing.

"Outsiders, why have you trespassed into the Life Star Domain?" Elder Lan Jing's voice carried the resonance of the Life Law, gentle yet authoritative. "This is the territory of the Crystal Clan, and no outsiders have ever set foot here."

White Night retracted his Chaos Star Domain, cupped his hands, and said, "Junior White Night, I come from the Nine Heavens Realm to explore the universe law, and I had no intention of offending your noble territory." He released a trace of pure Star Origin to prove he harbored no malice. Star Origin and Life Energy both belong to the 'Creation Laws' category, which could make the Crystal Clan lower their guard.

The moment Elder Lan Jing sensed the Star Origin, surprise flashed in his eyes: "You actually wield the Creation Law? In this Bicolor Star Domain, besides our Crystal Clan, no outsider has ever been able to control such pure creation energy." He put away his staff and gently flapped his wings. "Follow me. We can have a good talk in the Patriarch's Hall."

The interior of the Crystal City was more magnificent than imagined. The streets were paved with transparent crystal, and golden Life Liquid flowed beneath the surface. The crystal buildings on both sides were carved with patterns recording the history of the Crystal Clan. These patterns showed that the Crystal Clan had lived in this star domain for millions of years, guarding the core of the Life Star Belt, the 'Crystal of Life,' generation after generation. The Destruction Law from the Purple Turbulence Zone was their greatest threat.

In the center of the Patriarch's Hall, a massive blue crystal floated, sealing a purple stream of lightthe energy of the Destruction Law. Elder Lan Jing pointed at the crystal and said solemnly, "Millions of years ago, the Destruction Law in the Purple Turbulence Zone suddenly erupted. Countless life planets were devoured, and our clansmen suffered heavy casualties. If our ancestors hadn't sealed part of the Destruction Law here, the Life Star Belt would likely have ceased to exist long ago."

White Night approached the sealed crystal, and the Chaos Star Domain automatically expanded. As soon as the cyan and black airflow touched the purple stream of light, a strange reaction occurred: the Destruction Law actively merged into the Chaos Law, being rapidly converted into energy containing creation attributes. Simultaneously, the Life Energy within the blue crystal surged, and the previously dull surface of the crystal re-emitted light.

"This... what is happening?" Elder Lan Jing watched the scene in shock. "We tried countless methods, but none could purify the Destruction Law. You can actually convert it directly?"

"My Chaos Law can devour all energy, and combined with the purifying power of the Star Origin, it can naturally convert the Destruction Law," White Night explained. He could sense that the converted Destruction Law contained a new Law Fragment. When this fragment combined with the Life Law, it produced a 'Regeneration' effect. The crystal buildings previously damaged by the Destruction Law began to repair themselves automatically under the nourishment of the energy.

"The Regeneration Law!" Ecstasy flashed in Elder Lan Jing's eyes. "Ancient records state that the fusion of Life and Destruction Laws can give birth to the legendary Regeneration Law! This Law can allow withered planets to regain vitality and restore life to dead creatures! Fellow Daoist White Night, if you can help us purify the Destruction Law in the Purple Turbulence Zone, the Crystal Clan is willing to share all of our Law inheritances with you!"

White Night nodded: "Purifying the Destruction Law will not only help your noble clan but also allow me to understand the universe law more deeply. I am willing to help."

Over the next three months, White Night and the Crystal Clan worked together to research a purification plan. He discovered that the core of the Purple Turbulence Zone was a 'Black Hole Star Body' wrapped in the Destruction Law. This star body continuously devoured the surrounding Life Energy and converted it into the Destruction Law, causing the turbulence zone to expand. To purify it completely, they must first destroy the Black Hole Star Body and then use the Regeneration Law to repair the damaged star domain.

"The Black Hole Star Body's gravity is extremely strong, capable of devouring even the energy of a peak Immortal Venerable Realm expert. We must first weaken its gravity." Elder Lan Jing took out a star domain map and pointed to the three purple planets surrounding the Black Hole Star Body. "These three 'Destruction Satellites' provide energy to the Black Hole Star Body. As long as we destroy them, the Black Hole Star Body's gravity will be reduced by thirty percent."

White Night, Wind Howling Silver Wolf, and Elder Lan Jing formed a three-person team and flew toward the Destruction Satellites. The surface of the first satellite was covered in purple volcanoes. Destruction Law-formed magma continuously erupted from the craters, and the ground was riddled with fissures capable of corroding an Immortal Venerable's body.

"Chaos: Devour!" White Night deployed his domain. The cyan and black airflow formed a giant vortex, sucking in all the erupting magma. The Chaos Law in the vortex rapidly converted the destruction energy. The purple magma gradually turned into golden Life Energy, merging into the domain and becoming nourishment for the Chaos Star Realm.

Elder Lan Jing brandished his staff, releasing vines formed by the Life Law. The vines wrapped around the crater, completely blocking the internal energy channels of the volcano. Wind Howling Silver Wolf was responsible for vigilance, using its Void Shuttle divine ability to slay any hidden destruction creatures that appeared.

The process of destroying the three Destruction Satellites went more smoothly than expected, taking only half a month to complete the mission. When the last satellite exploded, the Black Hole Star Body in the Purple Turbulence Zone vibrated violently, its gravity indeed weakening by thirty percent, and the surrounding space became relatively stable.

"Next, we destroy the Black Hole Star Body." White Night took a deep breath, raising the energy of the Chaos Star Realm to its maximum. The cyan and black airflow merged with the blue Life Energy and the golden Star Origin, condensing into a three-colored sphere in front of him. This was a fusion of the three Laws: Chaos, Life, and Star, containing the dual powers of creation and purification.

"Chaos Star: Regeneration Break!"

The three-colored sphere flew toward the Black Hole Star Body like a meteor. The Destruction Law along the way was rapidly purified, and the stream of light in the Purple Turbulence Zone gradually turned into a gentle blue. The moment the sphere touched the Black Hole Star Body, a violent explosion echoed in the void. The Black Hole Star Body's gravitational field began to collapse, and the internal Destruction Law was forcibly stripped away and converted by the three-colored Law.

"Roar—!"

A furious roar suddenly came from the Black Hole Star Body, and a massive purple phantom condensed from the star body. The phantom had three heads and six arms, wrapped in pure black Destruction Light Bands, radiating the pressure of a peak Immortal Venerable Realm expert. This was the materialization of the Destruction Law, the Shadow of World Destruction!

"Outsider, how dare you disrupt the balance of the Destruction Law!" The Shadow of World Destruction's voice carried the resonance of the Destruction Law, and the surrounding space began to collapse rapidly. "Today, this Shadow will make you perish along with this star domain!"

Its six arms swung simultaneously, and countless black Destruction Light Blades shot toward White Night. These light blades contained pure Destruction Law and could easily tear through the defenses of a late Immortal Venerable Realm expert. Even the barrier of the Chaos Star Realm showed cracks under the impact of the light blades.

"Elder Lan Jing, help me restrain it!" White Night shouted, fully merging the Chaos Law and Star Origin. The three-colored light on his iron sword surged, condensing into a sword light that pierced the heavens and earth in front of him. This sword light integrated the power of the Regeneration Law, capable not only of destroying the Destruction Law but also of repairing damaged space, making it his strongest killing move currently.

Elder Lan Jing understood. Blue light erupted around him, and the Life Law formed a massive protective shield, blocking most of the Shadow of World Destruction's light blades. Wind Howling Silver Wolf transformed into a silver streak, circling behind the Shadow of World Destruction. The sharp force of spatial fissures condensed on its wolf claws, fiercely grabbing at its six arms.

"Clang! Clang! Clang!"

The moment the wolf claws collided with the arms, a deafening noise erupted. Three deep, bone-visible wounds appeared on the Shadow of World Destruction's arms. Black destruction energy seeped from the wounds but was forcibly annihilated the instant it contacted the Space Law.

"Vile beast!" The Shadow of World Destruction roared, backhanding with a palm strike. The black demonic palm, carrying immense pressure, instantly sent the Silver Wolf flying, silver blood tracing an arc in the air.

In that momentary gap, White Night's sword light arrived. The three-colored sword light, like the judgment of a heavenly god, carried the dual powers of creation and destruction, instantly splitting the Shadow of World Destruction's body in two. The Destruction Law within the sword light was rapidly purified, converting into gentle Life Energy that merged into the surrounding starry sky.

"No—! The Destruction Law will not disappear!" The Shadow of World Destruction's voice carried despair as its body gradually became transparent in the sword light. "The balance of the universe requires destruction... you will regret this..."

As the voice faded, the Shadow of World Destruction was completely annihilated. The Black Hole Star Body also shattered under the influence of the three-colored Law, converting into countless blue streams of Life Light that flew toward the Life Star Belt. The Destruction Law in the Purple Turbulence Zone was thoroughly purified. Green vegetation began to appear in the previously barren area, and new planets condensed within the light streams, displaying vibrant vitality.

[Purified the Destruction Law of the Bicolor Star Domain, obtained Regeneration Law Fragment x1, Chaos Star Realm Law integration +30%]

[Unlocked Universe Map. Current Exploration Progress: 5%]

[New mission triggered: Search for the universe law core, balance the Creation and Destruction Laws]

White Night put away his iron sword and walked over to the Silver Wolf. The Silver Wolf's injuries healed rapidly under the effect of the Regeneration Law, and it quickly regained its vitality, happily rubbing against his palm. Elder Lan Jing stepped forward, his eyes filled with admiration: "Fellow Daoist White Night, you have not only saved the Life Star Belt but also brought a new balance to the universe. This is the Crystal Clan's 'Life Inheritance Crystal Core.' It records our millions of years of understanding of the Life Law, and we hope it can help you perfect the Regeneration Law."

White Night accepted the Crystal Core. The vast information contained within instantly flooded his Sea of Consciousness. This information not only included cultivation methods for the Life Law but also recorded clues about other star domains in the universe. To the east of the Bicolor Star Domain was a 'Mechanical Star Domain,' where the inhabitants mastered the Technology Law and could create mechanical constructs comparable to the Immortal Venerable Realm. To the west was the Soul Star Domain, where creatures fed on souls and could manipulate the lingering souls of the dead in combat.

“The vastness of the universe truly exceeds imagination.” Excitement flashed in White Night's eyes, and his desire to explore unknown star domains intensified. “Elder Lan Jing, thank you for the assistance of your clan. Once I finish exploring the other star domains, I will certainly visit again.”

Elder Lan Jing nodded, “The Life Star Domain will always welcome you. If you encounter danger, you only need to release life energy, and we will sense your location and come to your aid.”

After bidding farewell to the Crystal Clan, White Night rode the Wind Howling Silver Wolf and flew toward the Mechanical Star Domain. Between the Dual-Color Star Domain and the Mechanical Star Domain lay a “Nebula Turbulence Zone,” where the nebulae contained powerful Electromagnetic Law that could interfere with the divine sense of an Immortal Venerable Realm expert and even destabilize a Law Domain.

“Be careful, the Electromagnetic Law here affects void travel,” White Night warned, raising the defenses of the Chaos Star Realm to the maximum. Azure and black streams of air formed a thick barrier outside the domain, isolating them from the interference of the Electromagnetic Law.

Silver Wolf understood, slowing its flight speed and relying on its keen intuition to avoid dangerous areas within the Nebula Turbulence. Even so, there were still many troubles along the way—a type of “Electromagnetic Jellyfish” inhabited the Nebula Turbulence. Their tentacles could release electromagnetic pulses comparable to the early stage of the Immortal Venerable Realm, causing the Law Domain to briefly lose control if struck.

“Chaos: Strangulation!” White Night swung his iron sword, and the azure and black streams of air formed a vortex, sucking in all the attacking Electromagnetic Jellyfish. The Chaos Law within the vortex rapidly devoured the electromagnetic energy, converting it into nourishment for the domain, while the jellyfish bodies crumbled under the pressure of the Law, turning into part of the nebula.

After a month of arduous flight, the two finally passed through the Nebula Turbulence Zone and arrived at the Mechanical Star Domain. The scenery of this star domain was completely different from the Life Star Domain—all the planets were made of metal, their surfaces covered with gears and pipes, the air permeated with the smell of oil, and countless silver Mechanical Warships traveled between the planets, their cannons gleaming with cold metallic luster.

“The Technology Law here... has reached such a level.” White Night's Heavenly Heart Imprint probed the nearest mechanical planet, discovering that the planet's interior was a massive factory where countless mechanical arms were automatically assembling Mechanical Soldiers. These soldiers' bodies were forged from “Star Steel,” which even Immortal Venerable Realm cultivators couldn't destroy, and the laser cannons on their arms could release energy containing the Law of Destruction, giving them strength comparable to the late stage of the Golden Immortal Realm.

Just then, three Mechanical Warships flew toward White Night. Their cannons slowly lifted, aiming at the two, and red warning symbols lit up on the ships' display screens—they had clearly been identified as enemies.

“Outsiders, stop immediately!” A mechanical voice came from the warships. “The Mechanical Star Domain prohibits outsiders from entering. If you do not leave, we will launch an attack!”

White Night did not retreat. Instead, he released a wisp of Chaos Law to demonstrate his strength: “Junior White Night, I come from the Nine Heavens Realm to explore the universe law and have no intention of being enemies with your clan. I hope to speak with your leader.”

The cannons of the Mechanical Warships were still aimed at White Night, but the attack did not launch immediately. Clearly, the Mechanical Race was analyzing his strength. A moment later, the warship's voice sounded again: “The leader agrees to meet with you. Please follow us to the ‘Mechanical Core Star’.”

The three warships led the way, with White Night and Silver Wolf following closely. On the mechanical planets along the route, countless Mechanical Soldiers stood neatly, like a forest of steel, radiating cold killing intent. The Mechanical Core Star was a massive metal planet with a diameter of 100,000 kilometers. Its surface was covered with giant energy pipelines, through which a golden liquid, like magma, flowed—this was the Mechanical Race's energy core, “Star Energy Fluid.”

The leader of the Mechanical Race resided in the “Mechanical Temple” at the center of the planet. This temple was forged from pure Star Steel, its interior filled with complex circuits and gears. On the central high platform sat a humanoid creature clad in silver Mechanical Battle Armor. Its head was a display screen flashing blue light, its hands were sharp claws composed of countless mechanical parts, and its body was surrounded by energy fused from Technology Law and Metal Law, radiating the pressure of the late Immortal Venerable Realm—this was the leader of the Mechanical Race, the Mechanical Emperor.

“You are White Night?” The Mechanical Emperor's voice had an electronically synthesized texture, and complex data streams flashed across his display screen. “According to analysis, your Chaos Law can devour all energy, your Star Law can purify evil, and your Regeneration Law can repair damage... This ability to fuse multiple Laws is extremely rare in the universe.”

White Night cupped his hands and said, “Senior, you flatter me. I came this time hoping to understand the mysteries of the Technology Law and to search for clues regarding the universe law core.”

A blue light flashed across the Mechanical Emperor's display screen: “I do know some clues about the universe law core. Deep within the Mechanical Star Domain exists an ‘Ancient Technology Ruin.’ The ruin records the secrets of the Law from the beginning of the universe, and perhaps you can find the core's location there. However, the ruin is occupied by ‘Out-of-Control Mechanical Beasts.’ These mechanical beasts are failed creations from the ancient era, possessing destruction-level Technology Law, making it impossible even for me to approach.”

He raised his hand and waved, and a golden stream of light flew into White Night's hand. The stream contained a map of the Ancient Technology Ruin and the Mechanical Race's technological core—the “Star Core Chip.” “This chip can control all the creations of the Mechanical Race and might help you deal with the Out-of-Control Mechanical Beasts. But you must remember that the Laws within the ruin are extremely chaotic. A slight mistake could lead to a Law Backlash, causing even a Peak Immortal Venerable Realm expert to perish.”

White Night accepted the Star Core Chip. The Technology Law contained within the chip resonated wonderfully with the Chaos Law. He could feel that his Chaos Star Realm had gained a new ability—“Mechanical Fusion,” which allowed him to integrate technological creations into his domain, forming a Composite Defense that combined Law and technology.

“Thank you for your assistance, Senior.” White Night thanked him solemnly. “If I can find the universe law core, I will certainly share the method for Law Balance with the Mechanical Race.”

The Mechanical Emperor nodded, “I look forward to your good news. If you encounter danger that cannot be resolved, you can contact the Mechanical Race via the Star Core Chip, and I will dispatch a fleet to assist you.”

After leaving the Mechanical Temple, White Night followed the map's guidance and flew toward the Ancient Technology Ruin. On the mechanical planets along the way, the Mechanical Race soldiers cleared the path, clearly having received orders from the Mechanical Emperor. Curious light flickered in the wolf eyes of the Wind Howling Silver Wolf, and it occasionally touched the technological creations by the roadside with its claw. These creations automatically transformed into small Mechanical Pets, following Silver Wolf and forming a peculiar sight.

Half a month later, the two arrived at the Ancient Technology Ruin. This was a massive metal structure floating in the void. Its surface was covered in rust, yet it still emitted powerful Technology Law energy. At the entrance of the ruin, countless mechanical wreckage lay scattered. The surfaces of these remnants were covered with traces of energy erosion, clearly the handiwork of the Out-of-Control Mechanical Beasts.

“Be careful, the mechanical beasts inside might possess the ability of Devouring Law.” White Night deployed the Chaos Star Realm and integrated the Star Core Chip into the domain.

Countless golden streaks immediately appeared within the azure and black streams of air.

The metal gate of the Ancient Technology Ruin slowly opened under the sensing of the Star Core Chip. The hinges creaked with a rusty sound, as if a giant beast that had slept for billions of years was finally awakening. Behind the door was not the expected passage, but a metal platform suspended in the void. The platforms were connected by energy bridges flashing blue light. Below the bridges was bottomless darkness, where occasional purple electric currents darted about, emitting terrifying fluctuations of Technology Law.

“The stability of these energy bridges is less than thirty percent; watch your step.” White Night deployed the Chaos Star Domain. The azure and black streams of air spread along the energy bridges, reigniting the previously dim blue light. The Technology Law within the domain resonated with the Star Core Chip, and several metal guardrails suddenly popped up at the edges of the platform. These guardrails were inscribed with runes originating from the same source as the chip, clearly safety devices left behind by the Ancient Mechanical Race.

When the Wind Howling Silver Wolf stepped onto the energy bridge, the moment its claw touched the surface, the blue light suddenly rippled, revealing a miniature star map. The map marked the internal structure of the ruin. The core area was located in the deepest part of the platform cluster, where red warning symbols flashed, clearly the gathering point for the Out-of-Control Mechanical Beasts.

“It seems the Star Core Chip can not only control machinery but also activate the ruin's defense system.” Surprise flashed in White Night's eyes, and he walked toward the core area following the guidance of the star map. Scattered on the platforms along the way were many incomplete mechanical parts. The material of these parts was tougher than the Mechanical Race's Star Steel, and the runes inscribed on their surfaces bore some resemblance to the Star Patterns of the Nine Heavens Realm, clearly products of the fusion of Law and technology from the ancient era.

When they reached the third platform, the sound of metal friction suddenly came from the darkness. Three enormous mechanical beasts rushed out of the darkness. Their bodies were coiled from hundreds of metal tubes, their heads were single red-flashing eyes, their four limbs were sharp metal blades, and they were surrounded by electromagnetic pulses that could interfere with the operation of Laws—these were the Out-of-Control Mechanical Beasts mentioned by the Mechanical Emperor, possessing strength equivalent to the early Immortal Venerable Realm.

“Roar!” The mechanical beast let out an electronically synthesized roar. Its single eye shot out three red lasers, which contained the destructive power of the Technology Law, instantly burning three gaps into the energy bridge.

“Chaos: Devour!” White Night shouted softly. The azure and black streams of air formed three vortices, sucking in all the lasers. The Chaos Law within the vortices rapidly converted the technological energy, and the red lasers gradually turned into gentle blue energy, integrating into the domain and replenishing the power of the Star Core Chip...