Apotheosis

For the first time in their lives, Eastern Emperor Taiyi, Yasamin, King Ieuan, and the Wing King could finally set foot in the Supreme Pure Realm. This was a momentous achievement for all of them.

This was a huge deal especially for the Wing King. Because no matter how powerful he was, he had never entered the Supreme Pure Realm yet.

Because this was their first time there, it would make sense for them to be full of expectations. They were supposed to enjoy and celebrate this wonderful accomplishment.

However, Zen had been missing for quite a while now. So instead of being excited, everyone's heart was heavy. This unfortunate occurrence had really dampened their spirits.

They discussed at length Zen's possible current whereabouts after he left the Whining Road. For the entire day, they only talked about where he could be and how they could possibly find him.

They were well-aware that talking about it while they were in the village would yield nothing. Still, it was obvious that Zen was extremely important to them.

Deep within the hearts of Fuxi and the Snake Goddess, they knew that Zen was the key to the completion of the Finale Way. He was their only hope. Even if it would cost them their lives, they definitely would not hesitate to save him.

Twelve hours had passed by so quickly. Before they knew it, darkness had fallen once more.

It was nighttime on the Whining Road again. Before long, they heard familiar noises in the distance.

The Treacherous Beings were howling again. This had been happening for the past two nights already. They would appear as soon as the darkness had settled in.

On the third night, the Snake Goddess merely continued counting the number of the Treacherous Beings out there in the dark.

So far, she had counted one hundred ninety-eight of them.

However, she suddenly discovered that some Treacherous Beings formed a strange shape on the Whining Road four hours later.

She kept observing them and realized they were gathering within an area and were making a circle.

All of a sudden, a strange and dazzling white light appeared at the center of the circle.

The Treacherous Beings as well as the white light were blinding. It was almost as if there was a sun shining at night.

The bright light illuminated the entire area so much that the people inside the thick thatched hut were able to see them clearly.

"What is that white light? Where is it coming from?"

"Look! It is getting bigger and bigger."

As the group watched this scene unfold right before their eyes, they noticed a change in the white light. Seeing this, they instantly had a guess as to what it was.

As the expanding white light began taking shape, it seemed clear to everyone what was really happening.

That specific Treacherous Being was being revived.

It became clear that Zen made the right decision.

If they had made the other choice earlier, they could still spend the second night safely, but it would not be the case this night.

The third night would be riddled with danger. They were quite sure about this.

It was sure as day that

nters were not surprised when they saw the Blood Swamp. The expressions on their faces remained impassive. "The Blood Swamp will expand every thirty years and it will also shrink in another thirty years. Right now it's in the process of expanding. It's normal for it to expand up to the exit of the Whining Road," Pearson chimed in nonchalantly.

"It seems that the three of you have already come to the Blood Swamp before," Fuxi observed.

Pearson smiled. His expression revealed a hint of excitement. "Yes, we have. Moreover, we actually hid here for quite a long time. That's why we're very familiar with it."

"Well then, please show us the way," the Snake Goddess said as she cupped her hands and bowed slightly at Pearson.

"Our absolute priority now is to find Zen," Sawyer said with pure conviction.

Originally, the Eternal Realm Hunters' goal was to hunt down Zen and his group.

But now, they had chosen to join this group instead because of Zen.

"Okay then. Let's get moving. Wing King, you said earlier that you are able to sense the Civilization Artifact. Can you sense Zen now?" the Snake Goddess inquired enthusiastically.

"Well, I'm going to try."

The Wing King closed his eyes and a green light instantly rose above his head.

It didn't matter how far away he was. He could always communicate with the Civilization Artifact of the Regal Jade Civilization any time. His bond to it was quite special. It was almost as though it was a part of his body.

Buzz! Buzz!

"The Regal Jade Spirit." The Wing King's voice reached the Civilization Artifact and sounded from it.

"Wing King." The Regal Jade Spirit's response was immediate.

"Do you know where Zen is right now?" The Wing King promptly asked the question they had all been wanting to be answered.

"After he left the Whining Road, he entered the Blood Swamp. He continues running wildly towards the north. He hasn't stopped yet." The Wing King sensed a deep anxiety in the Regal Jade Spirit's tone.

It was now clear that Zen's current situation was beyond their control.