38: Shattered Star Corridor, Test of the Laws

Holding the "void demon spirit core," which still pulsed with deep blue and silver light, Yun Feng used his Divine Sense, like the most precise probe, to carefully perceive the strange area composed of floating shattered stones and light bands—the System had marked it as the "Shattered Star Corridor."

"These light bands are not merely decorations or energy flows," Yun Feng said, his voice calmly reaching everyone's ears. "They are 'paths' and 'trials' formed by the combination of Space Law and some ancient Restriction."

He pointed toward several seemingly randomly intertwined light bands ahead: "A single wrong step could lead to being teleported to an unknown dangerous space or trigger a powerful Law attack."

Hearing this, everyone's expression grew more solemn. The two Guest Elders tried to deduce the paths using their knowledge of Formations, but they found the variations of the light bands were infinitely complex, far exceeding their scope of understanding, causing them to turn their gaze toward Yun Feng.

Nie Li also frowned deeply. Although he had not reached this place in his previous life, he had heard of Law trials existing in some ancient ruins, which were extremely perilous.

Yun Feng stopped speaking. Countless tiny rule runes flashed and disappeared within his eyes. The System was using the "void demon spirit core" as a guide, combined with on-site scans, to rapidly analyze the operational mechanism of the "Shattered Star Corridor."

A moment later, he raised his foot and precisely stepped onto an inconspicuous, slightly dim milky-white light band on the left.

"Follow closely. Step exactly where I land; there must be no deviation."

No one dared to be careless. Nie Li followed immediately, Yun Qiao, Lu Piao, and the others followed sequentially, and the two Guest Elders brought up the rear.

The moment they stepped onto the light band, everyone felt their bodies lighten, as if they had broken free from gravity's shackles, being pulled forward along the band by a gentle yet irresistible force. The surrounding floating shattered stones slowly rotated, forming a dynamic and vast star map that was dazzling.

However, killing intent was hidden beneath this tranquility. Yun Feng's Divine Sense constantly enveloped the surroundings. He could "see" that on the wrong light band paths, subtle spatial rifts occasionally flashed past, or chaotic energy masses capable of tearing apart Gold Rank experts condensed.

After traveling for about the time it takes an incense stick to burn, the light band ahead branched out. Three light bands of different colors extended in different directions: one was scorching like fire, one was icy cold like profound ice, and one was filled with vibrant vitality.

"A Law attribute trial," Yun Feng stopped and scanned the three light bands. "Choosing the attribute that aligns with or can be countered by your own is much easier for passage. Forcing your way through requires enduring the backlash of the corresponding Law."

He looked at Nie Li: "You Cultivate the 'Wind and Snow Spirit Record,' so the Ice Law should be your first choice."

Nie Li nodded and stepped onto the icy cold light band without hesitation. His figure was instantly enveloped in ice-blue light and slid forward. Although he could feel the bone-chilling cold, he was unharmed.

Yun Feng then looked at Yun Qiao: "With your Wood Spirit Physique, the Dao of Vitality is compatible with you."

Yun Qiao obediently hummed in acknowledgment and stepped onto the vibrant emerald light band. Vines around her body spontaneously stretched out, seemingly resonating with the path, allowing her to proceed easily.

Lu Piao's Cultivation Technique leaned toward fierce strength, so he chose the scorching light band. Although it was somewhat strenuous, he could barely withstand it. Wei Nan and the others, along with the two Guest Elders, also chose relatively easier paths based on their own circumstances.

Finally, only Yun Feng remained, standing at the fork where the three light bands split.

He did not choose any of them, but instead looked calmly toward the Void Realm where the three light bands converged. There, the System had analyzed an even more obscure "hidden path" that required simultaneously balancing the three Law attributes to step upon!

This path was the shortcut leading to the core area, and also the ultimate test of the intruders' comprehension of Law.

Yun Feng took a step, not landing on any of the colored light bands, but precisely stepping onto the Void Realm node that appeared to be empty space!

Buzz!

The moment his foot landed, red, blue, and green lights simultaneously surged from the Void Realm, like three raging Dragons, wrapping around him! The three distinct Law forces—scorching heat, chilling cold, and vitality—attempted to tear him apart, freeze him, or assimilate him!

However, an invisible force field seemed to exist around Yun Feng. When the three rampant Law forces approached within three feet of his body, they became incredibly docile, as if encountering a sovereign. Not only were they unable to harm him in the slightest, but they were easily harmonized and absorbed by the Black Gold Rank power within his body, which contained the Origin of myriad phenomena, transforming into pure rule comprehension to nourish himself!

Just like that, he walked forward leisurely along the invisible hidden path, step by step, moving even faster than Nie Li and the others who had chosen a single path!

This scene, witnessed by Nie Li, who had already reached the platform on the opposite side and looked back, caused his heart and mind to shake violently once again! Simultaneously controlling and balancing three fundamentally different basic Laws? What terrifying control was this?!

About half an hour later, everyone safely arrived at the end of the Shattered Star Corridor—a bluestone platform suspended in the Void Realm, emitting a vast and ancient aura.

At the end of the platform stood a tightly closed, massive door forged from unknown metal. Carved upon the door were the sun, moon, stars, flowers, birds, insects, fish, and many long-lost ancient demon spirit patterns. In the center was a groove whose shape subtly matched the "void demon spirit core" in Yun Feng's hand.

"It seems we already have the key," Yun Feng said, looking at the crystal core in his hand and then at the giant door, a hint of understanding flashing in his eyes.

The depths of this Heavenly Illusion Sacred Realm were indeed closely related to Space and Soul Law. What was hidden behind this door was likely not just wealth, but perhaps some important Legacy, or... a secret concerning a lost era of this world.

"Adjust your state and prepare to open the door," Yun Feng instructed.

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately sat down cross-legged, consumed Medicinal Pills, and recovered the Soul Power and mental energy consumed while traversing the Shattered Star Corridor. Nie Li looked at the giant door, his heart filled with anticipation and vigilance. He felt that whatever was behind the door might have a crucial impact on his future Dao.

Yun Feng stood before the door, his fingers rubbing the "void demon spirit core." His Divine Sense connected with the System, beginning to further analyze the Restriction on the door and the specific function of the groove. He needed to ensure that he could handle any potential accidents while opening the door.