Chapter 1346, Looking for the Pool of Creation; A Despairing Situation

Translator: Fate

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

Those of the Floating Land were shocked by what Ah Li had said. They formed all sorts of speculation.

 

Some senior members of the place exchanged glances while seemingly hesitant.

 

Naturally, the descendants of the Great Sages were aware of some information about the First-Generation Civilisation Supreme Treasures. Certainly, they knew about the Pool of Creation she had mentioned.

 

The six First-Generation Civilisation Supreme Treasures played an important role in the fight against the Black Disaster back then.

 

The Great Sages led experts to go against the Black Disaster, and they eventually paid a huge price. However, with the help of the six First-Generation Civilisation Supreme Treasures, they successfully sealed the Will of the Master of the Heaven’s Proxy Group.

 

After that, the six First-Generation Civilisation Supreme Treasures gradually went missing.

 

The Great Sages who used to own the First-Generation Civilisation Supreme Treasures were hunted down by the remnants of the Black Disaster. Their Forces were destroyed. It was a wonder if their Descendants were still alive.

 

If Ah Li was not mistaken, Zhu Xuan was the last member of the Pan Clan, and his real name should be Pan Xuan, not Zhu Xuan.

 

The Pan Clan behind him must have been annihilated by the remnants of the Black Disaster, just like what happened to the Forces built by the other Great Sages.

 

“I had seen some records about the Divine Clan of Creation in the Holy Ancestor Pavilion. I didn’t expect that such a powerful ancient Clan would end up getting destroyed…” Those older, who had lived through those dark times, felt bitter and sorrowful.

 

“Fairy Qing, did you already know about my identity?” Zhu Xuan finally recovered from his shock. He looked at Nan Qing, who did not seem surprised at all. He couldn’t help but ask her that question.

 

Before this, no one had ever told him about his background. Elder Zhu only told him that he drifted on the Chaotic Spacetime Sea and arrived at this place. He was clad in a cloth while inside a bamboo basket, which was covered in powerful Restrictions. Fairy Qing noticed him and asked Elder Zhu to adopt him.

 

“I had some speculation.” Nan Qing nodded. She didn’t deny it.

 

She was wearing a face veil as well. Her clear gaze fell upon Zhu Xuan.

 

“Given your current strength, you can’t get revenge. The Pool of Creation is missing and no one knows where it is. The world outside the Floating Land is more dangerous than you think. Looking for the Pool of Creation is not a viable way for you.” She said calmly.

 

Zhu Xuan knew what she meant. Although he could sometimes use power that transcended the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm, he was not powerful enough to traverse across the Chaotic Spacetime Sea. Furthermore, his enemies were more powerful than ordinary Dao Realm experts.

 

“Is this the reason you never told me about this?” he said in a small voice. He felt a warmth in his heart because he knew Nan Qing was worried he would fall into danger.

 

Nan Qing shook her head and pocketed her gaze without saying a word.

 

“The Patriarch of the Pan Clan used to own the Pool of Creation. Since the Pool of Creation hasn’t fallen into the hands of the remnants of the Black Disaster, it must be in a safe place. The only way to look for the Pool of Creation is through a Descendant of the Pan Clan…

 

“And that is the exact reason I’ve come to look for you. Although you’re not strong, I can protect you. I’ll ensure your safety until you find the Pool of Creation.” Ah Li spoke directly about the purpose of her visit this time.

 

Zhu Xuan looked at her while feeling shocked by her frankness.

 

The residents of the Floating Land were shocked and doubtful as they looked at her. Many frowned and could not find it in themselves to believe her, even though she had just saved many of their lives.

 

No one knew what her true intentions were. The Pool of Creation was a First-Generation Civilisation Supreme Treasure. Countless Civilisations and Kingdoms were eager to get it. Once they found out its whereabouts, there would be a mad scramble for it.

 

Ah Li suddenly showed up when the dark beings came to attack. No one knew which side she was on. What if she only wanted to make use of Zhu Xuan to help her find the Pool of Creation? They had to be careful with such matters.

 

“How did you find me? Why should I believe what you’ve said?” Zhu Xuan solemnly questioned.

 

He was not a fool. Although he had taken a liking to Ah Li because she had saved his life, he was not certain about her intention. After all, she was aware of his identity and background as well as the matter regarding the Pool of Creation.

 

“You don’t know her at all, Zhu Xuan. You’d better not believe her. You have to consider carefully since this has something to do with the Pool of Creation.” The senior members of the Floating Land persuaded him not to believe the woman. They were worried he might be gullible due to his young age.

 

After Ah Li brought up the Pool of Creation, the people of the Floating Land kept their guard up against her. Although she said she was a Descendant of a Great Sage, she could not prove it. Moreover, even if what she had said was true, it couldn’t guarantee anything.

 

Many turned to look at Nan Qing, hoping that she would express her stance at this point.

 

However, Nan Qing remained silent. She calmly watched everything and waited for Zhu Xuan to make his own decision.

 

“I naturally have a way to find you. As for whether you’ll believe me, it doesn’t matter to me. Even without you, I’ll come up with another way to look for the Pool of Creation. On the other hand, all of you can’t save yourselves now. You’ve heard that the barrier can’t last long. Those dark beings will come again in a few days. By then, can you still fend them off? All of you will die together by staying here.”

 

“You’re still dreaming of saving your Grandfather when you can’t even save yourself. Isn’t it laughable that you even doubt my intention at this point?” Ah Li said calmly and bluntly. She had no qualms about pointing out the truth to them.

 

The expressions of the residents of the Floating Land changed when they heard that. Many were bitter and pale.

 

Ah Li was right to say that even though the dark beings had retreated, it did not mean they were safe. The barrier could only protect them for a few days, and this was the last period in their lives. When the barrier came apart, they wouldn’t be able to ward off the dark beings.

 

Zhu Xuan was pale as well. He clenched his fists so hard that his knuckles cracked. He could feel a massive sense of helplessness and despondence. It was suffocating.

 

Ah Li was right to say that they were at a dead end. They did not have a choice. What right did they have to doubt her?

 

“I have a way to take you with me and break the siege. But, I can’t protect the rest. If you want to save your Grandfather and get your revenge for your Family, looking for the Pool of Creation is the only way.” Ah Li looked at these people with disdain before shifting her attention to Zhu Xuan.

 

All of them had fallen silent. Zhu Xuan put on a helpless smile.

 

A moment later, he lifted his head. Under his unkempt hair, his eyes were full of determination as he glanced at Ah Li and said firmly, “I believe you regardless of what your intentions are. But, can you tell me why you want to look for the Pool of Creation?”

 

Ah Li was surprised upon hearing that. Then, she replied emotionlessly, “Just like you, I need to save some people and get my revenge.”

 

Zhu Xuan dipped his head.

 

“Fairy Qing, how long can the barrier around the Floating Land last? Since staying here is pointless, why don’t we come up with a way and bring everyone out of the Chaotic Spacetime Sea and venture into the outside world? Didn’t Senior Yuling come from the outside world? Right now, the Floating Land is surrounded by dark beings and they might come again at any moment. The Dark Concentrate continuously corrupting my Grandfather, turning him into a dark being…”

 

He turned to look at Nan Qing and told her his decision after careful consideration.

 

No one was willing to abandon their homeland in which they had lived for so many years if it was not necessary to do so.

 

“We have so many people here. It’s impossible that all of us will be able to flee. The dark beings won’t let us leave safely.” Nan Qing shook her head upon hearing this. She swept a glance over the people in the Floating Land. It seemed that she had expected Zhu Xuan to make this decision.

 

“But, since you’ve made up your mind, you have to bear the consequences regardless of what happens. My Mother has built the Floating Land, so I’m never going to abandon it, nor will I leave. If you want to leave, take as many people with you as possible. Before the barrier breaks apart, I’ll come up with a way to open up a portal through Spacetime that connects to the outside world. I’ll also hold up the dark beings for you.”

 

She was calm and collected. There was no emotion on her flawless face. When she talked about this, she sounded like it was something as simple as drinking water or having food.

 

The expressions of these people changed drastically when they heard that. Many were downcast. Their eyes reddened. They wanted to say something, but they realised they had a sore in their noses and couldn’t utter a word.

 

“W-What…” Zhu Xuan’s mind turned blank. When he came to his senses, his expression changed drastically. He could not believe what Nan Qing was saying. Even his voice had turned shaky.

 

Although Nan Qing had never acknowledged Zhu Xuan to be her Disciple, she was no different from being his Master. She would frequently tell Tiea to give him some guidance and teach him some techniques.

 

Of all the people in the Floating Land, Elder Zhu and Nan Qing were the most important to Zhu Xuan. Nevertheless, Nan Qing just told him that she would stay here and hold up the dark beings for them so that they could flee. How was he going to accept that?

 

“Fairy Qing, you’re incredibly talented and your achievements will be as great as those of the Holy Ancestor. How can you make such a sacrifice for useless old people like us? You’d best leave with Zhu Xuan and the others. We’ll protect the Floating Land.”

 

The older members of the Floating Land spoke solemnly. They knew their days were numbered, so they wanted to persuade Nan Qing to leave with Zhu Xuan and the others.

 

Their faces were wrinkled and their hair was white. They had almost used up their vitality in the earlier fight, so they knew they were just candles what would extinguish at any moment. They were determined to protect this land even if it meant losing their lives. But, they did not need the youth to sacrifice themselves for them.

 

“Fairy Qing, you don’t have to stay here. Old people like us whose days are numbered are supposed to hold up the dark beings instead.”

 

“You haven’t reached the pinnacle. There’s still a long way for you to go. You sacrifice is not worth it.”

 

Many Elders of the six Major Families spoke just then. They were willing to stay behind so that others could leave.

 

Many were infected by this moving but tragic moment. They were tearful, their noses were sore, and their throats had dried up. They hated themselves for being weak.

 

Ah Li looked at everything in silence.

 

“All of you are restricted by the environment in the Floating Land, which is why it’s hard for you to ascend to a higher cultivation level. If you venture into the outside world, you’ll have a chance to reach a greater height. Moreover, given your current strength, you will be unable to stop the enemies. Only I can hold them back. Stop persuading me. I’ve made up my mind.” Nan Qing calmly shook her head. There was no emotion in her voice. The moment she finished speaking, she landed on the crane and turned into a light before heading to the Holy Ancestor Mountain.

 

The people of the Floating Land were crestfallen. Many knelt and pressed their heads against the ground in the Holy Ancestor Mountain’s direction.

 

Since the dark beings had retreated, it was peaceful outside the Floating Land.

 

The light screen which penetrated the sky and connected Heaven and Earth was still around. Other than that, only the broken corpses and weapons were still floating around.

 

The people of the Floating Land seized the chance and went outside to retrieve the corpses of their Family members, as well as their clothes and broken weapons. They wanted to at least bring them back and bury them.

 

The light screen would only block out outsiders. It wouldn’t stop them from leaving.

 

*Boom!*

 

Just then, some people noticed some violent fluctuations spreading from the depths of the Chaotic Spacetime Sea.

 

It was as though countless soldiers were traversing across Heaven, causing the Chaotic Spacetime Sea to tremble.

 

The black mist came again. It surged and covered the entire sky. Deafening growls were heard coming from the black mist as though some horrifying living beings were in a violent battle. The growls could disrupt everything in the world.

 

Ancient battleships carrying Chaos Energy were coming over from that direction, trying to approach the Floating Land.

 

Several powerful cultivators were at the back of the fleet. They had summoned all sorts of Artifacts to deal with the dark beings.

 

A surging black mist floated around as it descended and mounted pressure on them like a galaxy.

 

The people of the Floating Land were rooted to the spot upon seeing that.

 

They did not expect so many ancient battleships to come at this point. Every ancient battleship was full of soldiers, engulfed in murderous intent. They were battling against the dark beings.

 

“Are they from the outside world? How are they supposed to fight the dark beings with their mortal bodies? If this goes on, they’ll be completely corrupted by Dark Concentrate.”

 

A petite figure in a red dress hovered outside the light screen and looked solemnly at what was going on in the distance. She was the person in charge of the Shangguan Family, Shangguan Qing.

 

“What’s your view on this? People from the outside world are suddenly barging into this place. I wonder what their intentions are. If they keep fighting like this, they’ll be devoured by the countless dark beings in no time.”

 

A person in charge of another Major Family showed up. His expression was solemn as well.

 

“Regardless, we can’t let them keep fighting the dark beings like this. It will only increase the number of dark beings. That would still impact us.

 

“We have to report this to Fairy Qing so that she’ll temporarily open up the light screen and let those people in.” Shangguan Qing said seriously.

 

Without hesitation, she turned into a Divine Light and headed to the Holy Ancestor Mountain upon finishing her words.

 

“I didn’t expect them to come…” In the distance, Ah Li also noticed what was happening while seated on the White Hou. Under the bamboo hat, there was a hint of surprise on her face.

 

“Leave now, Chu Heng. We can’t keep on fighting like this. These dark beings are strange. It’s impossible to kill them all. Also, you have to be careful not to be corrupted by the Dark Concentrate. Floating Land is over there. Let’s go.”

 

The ancient battleships were making their way across the Chaotic Spacetime Sea. The black mist spread endlessly from the Spacetime Rifts. Innumerable dark beings shot out of the black mist and battled against the people on the ancient battleships.

 

Chu Heng and the other powerful experts of the Heavenslayers Alliance were solemn. They were using all sorts of methods to stop the horrifying beings behind them from approaching.

 

Even an Ancestral Dao Realm expert like Chu Heng found it difficult to deal with them. He could only use 60 to 70 percent of his strength. He dared not to fully show all his power, worried that he might be infected by the Dark Concentrate.

 

He had never come across dark beings like them before this. In the past, he was not that concerned about the Black Disaster, which so many people were fearful of.

 

Nevertheless, when he finally bumped into them, he was terrified of their inconceivable strength. Could anyone in the world go against beings like these?

 

One had to know that he was an Ancestral Dao Realm expert and one of the most powerful people in a Supreme Civilisation. However, even he found it difficult to deal with enemies like them.

 

“All of you, leave. I’ll stay at the back and cover the rear.” Chu Heng gritted his teeth and told the others from the Heavenslayers Alliance to retreat.