53: Gathering at the ancient altar, we open the gate to transcendence; crossing boundaries, we embark on an unknown new journey.

The road to the Ancient God Altar was full of vitality. The five origin level crystal cores in Lin Chen's Storage Pouch grew slightly warm, as if responding to a call from the center.

"Daddy, are we almost at the Ancient God Altar? I want to see the gate to the new world!" Nian Xue sat on A Qing's dragon back, her small hands waving an elf flower.

Clear Snow walked by his side, her nine tails lightly brushing the ground as she collected scattered Spiritual Plants into a bag: "Almost there. That golden light ahead is the direction of the Ancient God Altar. The aura is very dense."

The Dragon Clan Branch Dragon Guards circled in the air, suddenly shouting: "My Lord! There are experts from various clans around the Ancient God Altar! They're here to help us!"

Lin Chen's Divine Thought swept through—members of the Crystal Spirit Clan, Wood Spirit Clan, Stone Spirit Clan, Dragon Clan Branch, and Elf Clan Branch had all arrived. There were also Ancient God Clan guards, totaling over two hundred people. The weakest aura was at the Legendary Rank Early Stage.

"Everyone is here!" Lin Chen quickened his pace. The Ancient God Altar drew closer, and the origin inheritance orb at the top glowed with golden light, resonating with the aura of the five crystal cores.

The Ancient God Clan leader waited personally beneath the altar. Dressed in a gold-patterned robe, his aura reached the Transcendence Level Early Stage: "Lord Lin Chen, the five crystal cores are gathered. We can now open the entrance!"

The team ascended the Ancient God Altar. The five crystal cores were placed into the slots at the top one by one—Crystal Spirit Clan (blue), Wood Spirit Clan (green), Stone Spirit Clan (grey), Dragon Clan (gold), and Elf Clan (cyan), perfectly matching the colors of the slots.

"Inject Origin energy to open the entrance!" the Ancient God Clan leader shouted, being the first to inject Origin into a slot.

Lin Chen, Clear Snow, and the clan leaders also injected their Origin simultaneously—the five crystal cores lit up instantly, their pale light weaving into a pillar that shot into the clouds. A vortex-like light gate gradually appeared in the sky, exuding a Transcendence Level Origin aura.

"The entrance is open!" Everyone cheered. Nian Xue clapped her small hands, her eyes shining like stars: "Daddy, that gate is so pretty! It looks like it's made of rainbows!"

Once the light gate stabilized, the Ancient God Clan leader handed over a gold-patterned token: "This is the 'Transcendence Token.' It allows passage in the Legendary Level World. If you encounter danger, crush it, and we will provide support!"

Lin Chen took the token and put it in his Storage Pouch: "Thank you, Leader. We will come back to visit often."

As the team prepared to enter the light gate, a Crystal Spirit Clan Elder stepped forward and handed over a bag of crystal core fragments: "These are for little friend Nian Xue to play with. Remember to miss us!"

The Wood Spirit Clan Chief also handed over a life fruit: "This can replenish Origin. Eat it on the way!"

Lin Chen accepted them one by one and cupped his hands in thanks: "Thank you, everyone. We will wait for you in the Legendary Level World!"

Nian Xue hugged A Qing's neck and waved her small hand: "Goodbye, Crystal Spirit Brother and Wood Spirit Grandpa! We'll bring back new gifts!"

The team stepped into the light gate, and a gentle energy enveloped them. The scene before their eyes changed instantly—behind the light gate was a vast sea of clouds. Beneath the clouds glowed a pale purple Origin light, and in the distance were floating islands covered in glowing exotic flowers and herbs.

"So this is the Legendary Level World!" Clear Snow took a deep breath. Her Origin concentration rose from 96% to 98%, and her Ice and Snow Law carried a Transcendence Level aura.

Lin Chen's Divine Thought expanded instantly, reaching 350 kilometers—he could sense rich origin crystal veins beneath the sea of clouds, as well as the auras of unknown tribes, though they showed no hostility.

"Let's find a safe place to rest first and familiarize ourselves with the energy here," Lin Chen said to the group. Holding Nian Xue, he led the way toward the nearest floating island.

The floating island wasn't large. There was a stone house on it, and in front of the house was a tree bearing purple fruit. Lying beneath the tree was a pure white beast. Seeing the group approach, it wagged its tail friendly—it was a "Transcendence Level spiritual pet" with no hostility.

"This is a 'Cloud Snow Beast.' It can sense danger and is very gentle." The Star Spirit Clan Leader held up a crystal, its light softly scanning the spiritual pet. "The purple fruits on the island are 'transcendence fruits,' which can increase Origin concentration."

Nian Xue slid down from Lin Chen's arms and cautiously approached the Cloud Snow Beast, gently stroking its fur: "Little Beastie, hello. My name is Nian Xue."

The Cloud Snow Beast nuzzled her hand and picked up a purple fruit in its mouth to give to her, as if offering a gift.

Nian Xue took the fruit and took a bite. Sweet juice flowed down the corners of her mouth, and her Origin concentration rose from 15% (Diamond Mid-Stage) to 20% (Diamond Mid-Stage). The demon god mark on her forehead flashed with intense purple-gold light.

Lin Chen also picked a transcendence fruit. After eating it, his Origin concentration rose from 45% (Diamond Mid-Stage) to 50% (Diamond Mid-Stage). His Divine Thought range expanded by another 5 kilometers, reaching 355 kilometers.

Clear Snow ate the fruit, and her Origin concentration went from 98% to 100% (Diamond Mid-Stage). Her Ice and Snow Domain could now cover fifteen zhang, capable of freezing Transcendence Level Early Stage Origin attacks. A Qing ate the fruit and broke through to the Legendary Rank Middle Stage, his dragon scales shimmering with pale purple light.

The team rested in the stone house. The Metal Clan inspected weapons, the Wood Spirit Clan cultivated Spiritual Plants, the Stone Spirit Clan reinforced the stone house, and the Dragon Guards stood sentry in the sky. Everything was in perfect order.

Nian Xue and the Cloud Snow Beast were having a great time. She rode on the Cloud Snow Beast's back, running around the island, while A Qing followed behind, occasionally puffing out Little Dragon Breath to help her drive away insects.

Clear Snow leaned against Lin Chen, watching their daughter's figure. She said softly, "Husband, the energy here is ten times purer than in the Legendary Rank world. Cultivation speed can be five times faster."

Lin Chen nodded and took her hand: "Yes. We'll establish a foothold here first, then explore the surrounding islands to find Transcendence Level Opportunities."

The Star Spirit Clan Leader suddenly shouted: "Lord! A hundred miles to the east is a large island. There is a 'Transcendence Level origin crystal mine' on it, as well as the auras of an unknown tribe. No hostility!"

Lin Chen extended his Divine Thought—he indeed sensed a dense aura of crystal mines, as well as dozens of Transcendence Level Early Stage auras. The tribe members were pale purple all over, seemingly composed of Origin energy.

"They are the 'Transcendence Clan,' the legendary tribe that guards origin crystal mines." The Ancient God Clan leader's voice came through the Transcendence Token. "They are very friendly. As long as you don't try to steal the mine, they will help you."

Lin Chen nodded: "We'll go to the large island tomorrow to see if we can form an alliance with the Transcendence Clan and collect some crystals while we're at it."

That night, the team stayed in the stone house with the Cloud Snow Beast guarding the door like a loyal protector. Nian Xue leaned in Lin Chen's arms, listening to him tell legends of the Legendary Level World. Her small eyes gradually closed, a smile still on her lips.

Clear Snow helped tuck her in and said softly, "Husband, from now on we will live here, grow stronger, and protect each other."

Lin Chen nodded, his gaze turning to the sea of clouds outside the window—the clouds glowed with pale purple light, and the distant floating islands were like gems dotting the night sky. The journey in the Legendary Level World had only just begun. More opportunities, companions, and challenges awaited them ahead.

The next morning, the team assembled. The Cloud Snow Beast took the initiative to walk in front, as if to lead the way. Lin Chen picked up Nian Xue, and Clear Snow and the various clan members followed closely behind, heading toward the large island to the east.

The wind from the sea of clouds carried a pale purple Origin aura. Nian Xue lay in Lin Chen's arms, her small finger pointing at the large island in the distance: "Daddy, does that island have glowing mines?"

"Yes, and friendly new friends. We will befriend them and grow stronger together." Lin Chen said with a smile. In his Divine Thought, the aura of the large island drew closer, and the figures of the Transcendence Clan were faintly visible—a new story was about to unfold on this unknown land.