Published: March 3, 2025
Chapter 723: Conclusion and Return
In Liu Yu's pitch-black pupils, two colors of spiritual light were reflected.
It was as if he was staring directly at the truth of the Dao. He blinked not once, fearing he might miss the brilliance within.
With an exceptionally keen spiritual perception, he could clearly sense concepts such as order, justice, ruin, and chaos emerging from the light.
As time passed, the exquisite gray hue of the sword of ruin became increasingly profound.
The concept of "chaos" also grew clearer.
As the master of this treasure, Liu Yu could distinctly feel the growth of the sword of ruin through the connection of his mind.
It was born from ruin, awakened in miracles, and grew amidst chaos!
Flecks of red light continuously emerged from the gray sword body, ultimately dissipating into the world.
The last hint of "flame" essence had completely vanished at this moment.
From now on, it was truly the "sword of ruin," carrying the rules of "ruin and chaos!"
It had completely severed ties with the original "Holy Flame Sword!"
Whether it was a delusion or not, Liu Yu felt that until this moment, the ruin had truly reached a state of perfection, becoming a true spiritual treasure.
"Order and chaos may not be entirely opposed."
"All order will eventually lead to collapse, evolving into chaotic disorder."
"And even within the most extreme chaos, some order will still exist."
As he gazed at the two spiritual treasures radiating light, he silently thought.
One breath, two breaths, three breaths
In the blink of an eye, half a quarter had passed, and the red light points continually emerging from the gray sword body suddenly vanished.
The sword of ruin also seemed to have "achieved perfection" in an instant, losing interest in the Nine Continents Cauldron Fragment and obediently returning to its sheath at his waist.
The once stimulating Nine Continents Cauldron Fragment returned to its ordinary state.
"This fragment, while having extraordinary significance, is ultimately just a fragment at the moment, unable to exert any power or effect."
"It seems to be somewhat of a useless trinket for me?"
Pinching the Nine Continents Cauldron Fragment between two fingers, Liu Yu felt a bit frustrated after failing to stimulate it with magical power again.
"However, being able to enhance the sword of ruin doesn't count as a wasted opportunity."
"After all, treasures are not necessarily better in larger quantities."
Thinking this, he rubbed the longsword at his waist, and his mood improved considerably.
Whether it was a delusion or not, after battling with the "Nine Continents Cauldron Fragment" and completing his transformation, the spirituality of the sword of ruin seemed to have increased significantly.
At least it now knew to "go home" on its own without needing to be instructed.
Perhaps one day, when he faced danger, this treasure would automatically protect its master.
With such thoughts, Liu Yu felt quite happy, and the regret of possibly missing the "Zhou Tian Star Chart" faded significantly.
After all, once he advanced to the nascent soul stage, he could forcibly refine spiritual treasures in the Immortal Abode, barely managing to activate the sword of ruin.
He would no longer have to face the awkwardness of only having a single strike like now.
The stronger the sword of ruin, the greater the power he could exert; this would be a tremendous advantage when facing other yuan ying cultivators.
In comparison, the Zhou Tian Star Chart seemed less significant.
"First Spiritual Treasure."
"Orthodox, legal principles."
Looking at the Nine Continents Cauldron Fragment at his fingertips, Liu Yu murmured, suddenly conceiving a bold idea.
After a long while, he finally stored it in the storage bracelet.
That bold plan, given his current cultivation level, was not yet feasible, and he could only wait for his cultivation to improve before taking action.
The transformation of the sword of ruin was an unexpected delight. After dealing with the Nine Continents Cauldron Fragment, Liu Yu turned his attention to the "Purple Lightning Cloak" and "Ghostly Twilight Armor."