66: Visitors from the void, the temple invites them.

Just as the Cloud Court was busily preparing for war, and the entire Demon Spirit Continent was filled with the oppressive premonition of an impending storm, an uninvited guest appeared once more in the Void Realm beyond the heavens.

This time, it was neither an emissary of order like the Sacred Radiance Hall, nor a chaotic minion of the Abyss.

What arrived was a pitch-black, sinisterly lined, shuttle-shaped battleship, seemingly forged from some kind of living metal.

The surface of the battleship bore no markings, only an aesthetic of coldness, purity, and the pursuit of power and efficiency.

It silently breached a weak point in the world barrier and hovered outside the Demon Spirit Continent.

Its stealth technology was extremely advanced; had Yun Feng not been a Legendary expert, and had his connection with the star brilliance token and the World Origin not deepened daily, it would have been nearly impossible to detect.

"System, scan this vessel, analyze its Origin and intentions."

Yun Feng issued the command immediately, and simultaneously sent an inquiry to the Moonlight Emissary via the star brilliance token.

[Scanning... Energy Signature: Highly condensed Void Realm energy, biased towards material decomposition and reconstruction.

Mixed style of technology and biological engineering.

Database cross-referencing... Highest match: Subordinate unit of the [Void Temple]—"Reaper" Sequence Scout Ship.]

[Moonlight Emissary Reply: Target confirmed as a unit affiliated with the "Void Temple."

The "Void Temple" is a powerful neutral (leaning chaotic) force within the Star Domain, advocating that "all things can be quantified and utilized."

They often roam various worlds as "Observers" or "Reapers," collecting rare resources, technologies, and specialized individuals.

Their code of conduct is unpredictable; cautious interaction is advised.]

Void Temple?

Reaper?

Yun Feng's gaze narrowed slightly.

Another external force!

And judging by the sound of it, they were not benevolent.

Just then, the front of the black battleship shot out a condensed beam of light—not an attack, but a message that was complexly encrypted yet crystal clear in its core meaning.

It transmitted directly into Yun Feng's perception, carrying an air of condescending scrutiny:

"High-value individual detected: Code name 'Cangwu - Yun Feng.'

Energy level: Initial Stage Legendary (Actual potential assessment: extremely high).

Bloodline characteristic: Unknown Chaos attribute (extremely high research value).

Confirmed to meet 'Seed' collection criteria."

"Individual 'Yun Feng,' we are the 'World Patrol Emissaries' of the Void Temple.

Pursuant to Article 3 of Chapter 7 of the Temple Codex, we hereby extend a 'Seed' invitation to you.

Accepting the invitation grants you the qualification to study at the Temple and access higher levels of knowledge and power; your Bloodline will receive the most perfect development.

Refusal... will be deemed a forfeiture of opportunity."

Recruitment?

And a recruitment that was nearly compulsory and research-oriented?

A cold smirk appeared on Yun Feng's lips.

The actions of this "Void Temple," compared to the Abyss, were merely another form of plunder.

Viewing him as a "high-value individual" or a "Seed" was simply because they coveted his Chaos Bloodline.

"Not interested."

Yun Feng's reply was simple and direct, carrying the oppressive might of the Legendary Domain, which instantly shattered the beam of light message.

The black battleship remained silent for a moment, seemingly not expecting such a definitive refusal.

Immediately afterward, the cold message returned, carrying a hint of warning:

"Individual 'Yun Feng,' your refusal has been recorded.

We remind you that rejecting the Temple's invitation means you automatically forfeit the Temple's 'Observer Protection.'

During the upcoming 'Purification Storm' (referring to the Abyss invasion) in this world, your chances of survival will be significantly reduced.

Your Bloodline will ultimately become nourishment for unordered Chaos, which is a massive waste of resources."

"The Temple's invitation remains valid until you change your mind.

We look forward to you making a more 'wise' choice."

Once the message transmission was complete, the black battleship showed no lingering hesitation.

Its engines spat out a faint blue tail flame, silently turned direction, and quickly vanished into the profound depths of the Void Realm, as if it had never appeared.

Its arrival was sudden, and its departure was decisive.

Yun Feng stood in place, his eyes cold.

The appearance of this "Void Temple," while a slight disturbance, indirectly confirmed the accuracy of the Star Alliance's warning—even these external "vultures" had scented the storm and begun to circle, preparing to "reap" the remnants after the disaster.

"Viewing me as a 'Seed' that can be plucked at will?

Referring to the Abyss invasion as a 'Purification Storm'?"

Yun Feng sneered internally.

"What truly... nauseating arrogance."

He did not inform too many people of this matter, lest it shake morale; he only mentioned it privately to Nie Li, ensuring he was aware.

This minor episode did not disrupt the Cloud Court's preparations for war.

Instead, it gave Yun Feng a clearer understanding of the Star Domain's cruelty—the strong prey on the weak, everywhere.

To avoid being treated as a "Seed" or "Nourishment," he could only become stronger, strong enough to make all those who coveted him tremble in fear!

He returned to his secret chamber and once again immersed his mind in Cultivating.

Although the brief contact with the "Void Temple" was unpleasant, the phrase, "your Bloodline will receive the most perfect development," subtly resonated with him.

Perhaps, outside of the 'Ruins' Legacy, he needed to more actively explore the mysteries of the chaos source blood, rather than merely being content with acting as a "key."

He attempted to do more than just draw upon the Origin Blood's aura; he separated an extremely subtle wisp of Divine Sense, like an explorer, and cautiously probed toward the dazzling light at the core of the Origin Blood...

Concurrently, in an unknown corner of the Demon Spirit Continent, the remaining forces of the Shadow Cult, through a secret ritual, received a clearer and more urgent command from the depths of the Abyss:

"The Key has initially Awakened... It must be seized... before the 'Gate' opens..."

"Spare no cost... awaken the ancient existence... beneath the Burial Bone Plain... pave the Dao... for the arrival of the great army..."

A conspiracy targeting Yun Feng and the chaos source blood was accelerating in the deeper darkness.

The situation on the Continent was like a tightening noose; crisis was imminent.