Myth Beyond Heaven

Yue Yun examined the stone in her hand, her expression thoughtful. The Netherworld River Stone was a rare and powerful artifact, said to be born from the depths of the River of

Forgetfulness, a place where the boundaries between life and death blurred. It was a treasure that even the most powerful cultivators would covet.

“Why would you give this to us?” Yue Yun asked, her voice steady but filled with suspicion. “What are your motives?”

Si Junyi’s expression remained unchanged, his dark eyes meeting hers. “I inherit my master’s will,” he said simply. “The God of Death’s will. That is all you need to know.”

With that, he turned and began to walk away, his form gradually fading into the void. Before he disappeared completely, he paused and glanced back at Yue Yun. “The balance of life and death is delicate. Do not underestimate the forces at play.”

And then he was gone, leaving Yue Yun and the others standing in silence.

Ning Yue stepped forward, her eyes fixed on the Netherworld River Stone in Yue Yun’s hand. “What does this mean?” she asked, her voice filled with confusion. “Why would the inheritor of the God of Death help us?”

Yue Yun’s expression was thoughtful as she examined the stone. “The God of Death has always been an enigmatic figure,” she said slowly. “Unlike the other Primordial Gods, he rarely interfered in the affairs of the living. But he understood the balance between life and death better than anyone. If Si Junyi is truly following his master’s will, then this stone could be a key to strengthening the World Tree.”

“But can we trust him?” Ning Yue asked, her voice filled with doubt. “He’s the inheritor of the God of Death. What if this is some kind of trap?”

Yue Yun shook her head. “Si Junyi has no reason to deceive us. If he wanted to harm us, he could have done so easily. His power is on par with Yao Xi’s, if not greater. He didn’t come here with malice. He came to deliver this stone, and that’s all.”

Ning Yue frowned, still unsure. “But why? Why would he help us?”

Yue Yun’s gaze turned distant, as if she were recalling something from long ago. “The God of Death was never an enemy of the World Tree. In fact, he understood its importance better than most. The balance of life and death is essential to the stability of the universe. If the World Tree falls, that balance will be disrupted, and chaos will reign. Perhaps Si Junyi is acting to preserve that balance.”

Ning Yue nodded slowly, though her expression was still troubled. “I see… But what do we do now?”

Yue Yun turned to her, her expression resolute. “We use the stone. If it can strengthen the World Tree, then we have no choice but to trust it. Time is not on our side, and we need every advantage we can get.”

Ning Yue hesitated for a moment, then nodded. “Alright. But how do we use it?”

Yue Yun glanced at the World Tree, her gaze thoughtful. “The Netherworld River Stone is a conduit of death energy, but it also contains the essence of life. It can be used to nourish the World Tree, to strengthen its roots and accelerate the power transfer to you. But it will require a delicate touch. One wrong move, and the stone’s energy could overwhelm the tree.”

Ning Yue’s eyes widened in alarm. “Then how do we proceed?”

Yue Yun turned to the Dragon God Ancestors. “Seniors, I will need your help. The four of you must channel your energy into the stone, stabilizing its power while I guide it into the World Tree.”

Long Er nodded immediately. “We will do whatever it takes.”

Yue Yun then turned to Ning Yue. “As for you, you must focus on connecting with the World Tree. The stone’s energy will flow through you, and you must guide it into the tree’s core. This will not be easy, but it is necessary.”

Ning Yue took a deep breath, her expression determined. “I understand. I’ll do my best.” Yue Yun nodded, her gaze softening slightly. “I know you will. Now, let’s begin.”

***

The training chamber was filled with a dense, golden haze of spiritual energy, swirling and pulsating like a living entity. The air was thick with power, and the atmosphere was charged with an almost tangible force.

At the center of it all sat Yun Lintian, his eyes closed, his breathing steady and deep. Around him, his wives—Yun Qianxue, Han Bingling, Yang Ningchang, and the others-sat in a perfect formation, their auras intertwining with his in a harmonious dance of energy.

The dual cultivation had been ongoing for weeks, and the results were evident. Yun Lintian could feel the immense power of the God of Mountain and the God of River coursing through his veins, no longer wild and untamed but refined and under his control.

His body felt like a vessel of boundless energy, and his mind was sharper than ever. He had finally consolidated his strength, and a portion of the divine power he had inherited was now fully mastered.

At the same time, his wives had also benefited greatly from the process. Their cultivation bases had grown exponentially, and each of them had reached the threshold of the True God Realm. Their auras were radiant, their presence commanding, and their connection to Yun Lintian had deepened to an almost spiritual level.

As the final strands of energy settled, Yun Lintian opened his eyes, his gaze sharp and focused. He took a deep breath, feeling the power within him stabilize. He glanced around at his wives, who were also beginning to stir, their eyes opening one by one.

“Lintian,” Yun Qianxue said softly, her voice filled with awe. “I can feel it… the True God Realm. It’s so close.”

Yun Lintian smiled, his expression warm. “Thank you for your hard work.”

Yun Qianxue and the others blushed upon hearing this. Although they had done countless sessions, they still felt embarrassed mentioning it.

“All of you can stay here first. I will check the situation,” Yun Lintian said.

He stood up and walked out of the chamber.

As he left the training chamber, he was greeted by the sight of Yun Ruanyu, who had been waiting for him. Her expression was calm, but there was a hint of urgency in her eyes.

“You are here,” Yun Ruanyu said in a heavy voice.

“What happened?” Yun Lintian immediately noticed the solemnness in her demeanor.

Yun Ruanyu took a deep breath and said, “The Azure World has been taken away by the Ancient Devil God.”