124: Chapter 124 The Aftermath of Shattered Stars, Secrets of the Black Stone

Beside the spatial rift of Shattered Star Gorge, the star vein spiritual vines were still trembling slightly.

Bai Yunzhou condensed the clear radiance of Chaos at his fingertips, gently stroking the Formation marks on the edge of the rift.

The Disciples of the Investigation Department were carefully collecting the remains of the otherworldly stone puppets.

"Elder, the core of the stone puppet retains an unfamiliar Realm aura," Song Xinghe stepped forward to report.

Bai Yunzhou took the detection Jade Slip, and his Divine Thought probed into it, immediately sensing the violent spirit-devouring power.

"This is the aura of the Black Stone Realm, which survives by plundering Spiritual Veins," he said in a deep voice.

Zhou Zhiting gripped the battle blood spear tightly, vigilance flashing in her eyes: "We need to reinforce the defense line immediately."

Bai Yunzhou shook his head: "Capture a living captive first and find out their invasion intentions."

Everyone hid within the star vein Formation surrounding the rift, waiting quietly.

Three days later, a black shadow darted out from the rift, turning out to be a scout of the Black Stone Realm.

As soon as the scout landed, he sensed something was wrong and turned around to flee back into the rift.

"Chaos Domain, seal!" Bai Yunzhou let out a low cry, and his Domain instantly unfolded.

The scout was suppressed by the Law, his aura plummeted by sixty percent, and his movements became sluggish.

Zhou Zhiting's figure was like lightning, the battle blood spear pointing straight at the scout's throat.

The scout hissed in panic, and the black Qi around his body surged, attempting to self-detonate.

"Star vein binding!" Ling Shuang struck in time, the spiritual light of the star vein condensing into chains.

The chains wrapped around the scout's limbs, and the black Qi was purified by the power of the star vein.

Everyone escorted the scout to the temporary tent, and Bai Yunzhou began the interrogation.

The scout clenched his teeth tightly, his eyes fierce, unwilling to reveal a single bit.

"Chaos Cleansing Heart Art." Bai Yunzhou tapped his fingertips lightly, and the Power of Chaos surged into the scout's Sea of Consciousness.

The defense line of the scout's Sea of Consciousness collapsed, and information regarding the Black Stone Realm emerged.

The Black Stone Realm was located in the desolate star sea at the edge of the Myriad Realms, and its resources had been exhausted for a long time.

The Black Stone King sensed that the star Spiritual Veins of the Myriad Realms had reached Major Achievement, and wanted to invade and plunder with his entire clan.

A hundred years later, the Black Stone King would use the blood sacrifice method to expand the rift and launch a massive attack.

"A hundred years is enough for us to make thorough preparations," Ling Shuang said.

However, Bai Yunzhou's expression was solemn: "The combat strength of the Black Stone Realm is formidable and cannot be underestimated."

He stood up and walked toward the rift: "We need to set up the Chaos Star Spirit Formation to cut off the passage."

Everyone followed behind him and set about deploying the grand Formation, with star vein spiritual ores continuously embedding into the Formation eyes.

Bai Yunzhou circulated the Chaos Green Lotus Body, injecting the Power of Chaos into the core of the grand Formation.

The star veins and the Power of Chaos intertwined, and the light of the grand Formation grew increasingly intense, forming a dual barrier.

The rift was completely sealed by the grand Formation, and the otherworldly aura could no longer overflow.

"This Formation can guarantee a hundred years of peace, but it requires dedicated personnel to garrison it," Bai Yunzhou said.

Zhou Zhiting volunteered: "I will lead five thousand members of the Guardian Coalition to garrison Shattered Star Gorge."

Bai Yunzhou nodded in agreement and handed her a Chaos Realm-Protecting Vice Seal.

"If there is any unusual movement, transmit a message immediately, and I will rush to reinforce you at the first moment."

After dealing with the matters of Shattered Star Gorge, everyone set off to return to Black Stone City.

Along the way, star veins and Spiritual Veins intertwined, and the Myriad Realms were thriving.

But Bai Yunzhou knew clearly in his heart that crises were hidden beneath the peace.

Returning to Black Stone City, he immediately called for an emergency meeting of the Star Sea Alliance.

Representatives from various Realms gathered in the Alliance Grand Hall, their expressions turning solemn upon hearing about the threat of the Black Stone Realm.

"For a century of war preparation, we need to take it in three steps," Bai Yunzhou stood up and said.

The first step is to reinforce the defensive Formations at the core of the Spiritual Veins across all Realms.

The second step is to integrate the combat power of the Myriad Realms and form the Star Sea Guardian Coalition.

The third step is to study the combat tactics of the Black Stone Realm and find its weaknesses.

"I am willing to be responsible for studying the combat tactics of the Black Stone Realm," Song Xinghe volunteered.

Ling Shuang added: "The Guardian Academy needs to strengthen the training of Disciples and enhance their practical combat abilities."

Representatives from various Realms responded one after another, performing their respective duties, and the war preparation actions were fully rolled out.

Bai Yunzhou headed to the Green Lotus Secret Realm to begin deducing the advanced methods of the Chaos Star Spirit Formation.

Within the Secret Realm, the chaos green lotus and the spiritual light of the star veins merged, and the embryonic form of a new Formation gradually appeared.

He knew deeply that only with stronger power could he protect the peace of the Myriad Realms.

At the same time, in the classes of the Star Vein Guardian Academy, divergences quietly bred.

Some radical Disciples believed that they should take the initiative to attack and seize the resources of the Black Stone Realm.

"The power of the star Spiritual Veins is enough to sweep across the Black Stone Realm, why bother with passive defense?" a Disciple said.

His remarks won the agreement of quite a few young Disciples, and the classroom fell into Chaos.

The headmaster hurriedly stopped them: "The original intention of a Guardian is protection, not expansion."

However, the radical Disciples were unconvinced: "Resources are limited, and the strong should possess them."

This matter quickly reached Ling Shuang's ears, and she immediately headed to the Star Vein Guardian Academy.

"Guardians should protect the living beings of the Myriad Realms, rather than being belligerent and eager to win," Ling Shuang said in a deep voice.

The leader of the radical Disciples stepped forward: "Alliance Master, this opportunity must not be missed."

"The Black Stone Realm consists of tigers and wolves; taking the initiative to attack will only result in being attacked from both front and back," Ling Shuang retorted.

Both sides argued endlessly, and finally decided to hold the Myriad Realms Guardian Assembly to vote.

As the news spread, Cultivators across the Myriad Realms discussed animatedly, splitting into two factions.

The conservative faction supported steadfast defense, while the radical faction advocated taking the initiative to attack.

Bai Yunzhou came out of seclusion from the Green Lotus Secret Realm, and fell into deep thought after learning about this matter.

He understood that this matter concerned the inheritance of the Guardian philosophy and could not be taken lightly.

On the day of the Myriad Realms Guardian Assembly, the square of Black Stone City was packed with people.

Cultivators from various Realms, representatives of the Yao Race, and representatives of the common people gathered together.

Ling Shuang spoke first, expounding on the necessity of steadfast defense.

The leader of the radical Disciples subsequently took the stage, recounting the benefits of taking the initiative to attack.

Both sides used fierce words, and the Cultivators off stage discussed incessantly, finding it hard to choose.

At this moment, Bai Yunzhou slowly walked up to the high platform, clear radiance scattering all over his body.

The square instantly quieted down, and all gazes concentrated on him.

"What is the original intention of a Guardian?" Bai Yunzhou opened his mouth and asked.

No one answered, and everyone fell into deep thought.

"It is to protect the people of the Myriad Realms so they can live and work in peace and contentment, and to protect the Spiritual Veins so they continue endlessly."

"Rather than relying on power to plunder and provoke the flames of war," his tone was firm.

"When the Black Stone Realm invades, we should rise up in resistance and guard our home."

"But if we take the initiative to attack, how are we any different from the Black Stone Realm?"

Bai Yunzhou's words were like the morning bell and evening drum, awakening quite a few people.

The radical Disciples showed hesitation, beginning to reflect on their own thoughts.

"For a century of war preparation, we need to be united as one, rather than having internal divergences."

"Disciples of the radical faction can go to the borders to garrison and temper their Dao Heart."

Bai Yunzhou's proposal won the approval of everyone, and the radical Disciples also had no objections.

The assembly concluded successfully, and the Myriad Realms once again condensed into one mind to prepare for war against the Black Stone Realm.

Bai Yunzhou stood on the high platform, looking at the people below who were united in heart and strength.

Secretly resolving in his heart that no matter what price must be paid, he would protect the Myriad Realms.

He raised his hand and looked toward the sky, where the light of the star Spiritual Veins was becoming increasingly brilliant.

But he knew that beneath this brilliance was an approaching violent storm.

In the direction of Shattered Star Gorge, Zhou Zhiting was leading the coalition to reinforce the defense line.

The Disciples of the Star Vein Guardian Academy began even more rigorous training.

The Disciples of the Artifact Hall worked day and night to rush-manufacture star vein Spirit Treasures, upgrading equipment for the coalition.

The Disciples of the Pill Hall refined a large number of healing pills and soul-protecting pills, storing up supplies.

The teams of the Investigation Department spread across the borders of the Myriad Realms, closely monitoring the movements of the Black Stone Realm.

Everything was proceeding in an orderly manner, and the century-long war preparation officially kicked off.

Bai Yunzhou returned once again to the Green Lotus Secret Realm to charge towards a higher Realm.

He understood that only when his own strength was powerful enough could he play a decisive role in the future great battle.

Within the Secret Realm, the Chaos Green Lotus Body and the power of the star veins continuously underwent Fusion.

His aura rose steadily, marching toward the Void Refining stage.

And at the edge of the Myriad Realms, within the star sea of the Black Stone Realm.

The Black Stone King stood at the highest point of the Black Stone Palace, overlooking the Black Stone Legion below.

"A hundred years later, the star Spiritual Veins of the Myriad Realms will ultimately belong to my Black Stone Realm!"

Greed and fierceness flashed in his eyes, and black Qi soared into the sky around his body.

A great battle concerning the survival of the Myriad Realms was quietly brewing.

Bai Yunzhou perceived the aura of the Black Stone King and opened his eyes.

"Black Stone King, a hundred years from now, I will definitely make sure you never return," he said softly.

The light of the Green Lotus Secret Realm became increasingly blazing, foretelling the impending rise of a powerhouse.

The common people of the Myriad Realms still lived and worked in peace and contentment, unaware of the crisis a hundred years later.

But they believed that with the protection of Bai Yunzhou and the Star Sea Alliance, they would definitely turn danger into safety.

The morning bell of the Guardian Academy rang on schedule every day, and the young Disciples studied and practiced diligently.

The incense of the Hall of Heroes curled upwards, and the spirit of the martyrs was passed down from generation to generation.

The star veins and Spiritual Veins nourished the Myriad Realms, full of vitality.

A hundred years seemed long, but it passed in the blink of an eye.

Bai Yunzhou knew that he must make thorough preparations within this hundred years.

Not only did he need to enhance his own strength, but he also had to unite all the power of the Myriad Realms.

Only by doing so could he guard the peace of this star sea when the Black Stone Realm invaded.

He closed his eyes once again, immersing himself in Cultivation, as the Power of Chaos and star veins surged within his body.

On the square of Black Stone City, the training of the Cultivators of the Myriad Realms was in full swing.

Every single person was putting in their own effort for the great battle a hundred years later.

The conviction of the Guardian took root and sprouted in the hearts of everyone.

A century of war preparation was both a challenge and an opportunity.

The Star Sea Alliance would become more united and powerful in this war preparation.

And Bai Yunzhou would also become a true Guardian of the Star Sea in this war preparation.

The defense line of Shattered Star Gorge grew increasingly solid day by day, and the star vein Formation flashed with dazzling light.

Zhou Zhiting led the coalition in drills every day, and their combat strength continuously improved.

Ling Shuang coordinated the overall situation, allocated resources, and ensured the smooth progress of war preparations.

Song Xinghe studied the combat tactics of the Black Stone Realm and searched for countermeasures.

From top to bottom, the Myriad Realms shared the same mind and virtue, jointly resisting external enemies.

A war preparation spanning a century was quietly unfolding within the Myriad Realms.

And all of this was just to guard that hard-won peace and tranquility.

Bai Yunzhou knew clearly in his heart that the future road was destined to be filled with thorns.

But he was fearless, because behind him were the expectations of the living beings of the Myriad Realms.

The steadfast perseverance of the Guardians, and the spiritual protection of the martyrs.

A hundred years later, when the army of the Black Stone Realm arrived as scheduled.

He would surely lead the Cultivators of the Myriad Realms to rise up in resistance and fight to the bloody end.

Using Life and hot blood to guard this star sea and protect all living beings.

Letting the concept of the Guardian be eternally passed down within the star sea.

Letting the light of the Myriad Realms shine upon every corner forever.

This was his mission and responsibility as the Guardian of the Star Sea.

In the Green Lotus Secret Realm, the light was boundless, and a powerful aura was currently gestating.