Evolution Begins With A Big Tree

Chapter 498, The Gradually Disappearing Misty Mountains

Translator:  Ashish

Translation Checker: Silavin

“Achieve enlightenment ahead of them…” Muttering to himself, the corners of Yu Zi Yu’s lips couldn’t help but curve up slightly.

Indeed, cultivation has always been a competition.

One person’s enlightenment meant a lack of opportunity for others.

If Yu Zi Yu were to achieve enlightenment first, not only would the others’ hopes of enlightenment diminish, but even during the process of enlightenment, they would have to face an insurmountable obstacle – Yu Zi Yu.

It was conceivable why the Myriad Races chose to return now.

*Haaa…* Taking a deep breath, Yu Zi Yu seemed to have thought of something at this moment.

The next moment, he glanced at Golden Monkey and asked, “The reason Humans haven’t noticed the arrival of this round of Spiritual Energy Tide is probably because it’s not emerging from the depths of Earth, right?”

“Uh…” After a momentary astonishment, Golden Monkey cupped his fists and bowed in affirmation, “That seems to be the case.”

“The third round of Spiritual Energy Tide is likely to be the last, and after it, the world as we know it would have undergone a complete overhaul. It’s just my guess but the next terrifying Spiritual Energy Tide is very likely to surge from outer space.”

Yu Zi Yu too agreed with Golden Monkey’s speculation, “Indeed.”

Speaking of this, Yu Zi Yu looked up at the starry sky above and added, sighing, “It’s not just from space, but quite possibly from the depths of the starry sky itself. This round of Spiritual Energy Tide should be the most terrifying one in history, and it will sweep through the entire universe.”

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Yu Zi Yu was not just making speculations. These words stemmed from the vague movements he had been feeling, thanks to his horrid strength.

These movements were indescribable and unclear, but they did exist.

And now, with Golden Monkey’s tips, he became sure of it.

These movements should be a precursor of the imminent Spiritual Energy Tide.

Only those with fearsome strength could perceive it.

Apart from Ling Er, Humans didn’t have a single Tier-3, at least on the surface. As such, it was naturally difficult to perceive them. Whereas Yu Zi Yu was already a Tier-4. His terrifying strength exceeded people’s imagination, and was naturally capable of sensing them.

As for Golden Monkey…

Presumably, he also had a vague feeling, and then combining it with speculation about this world, he had reached such a conclusion.

Meanwhile, Yu Zi Yu was fine with the arrival of the third round of the Spiritual Energy Tide, as it would accelerate the evolution of this world.

This rapid evolution would bring most creatures much closer to Yu Zi Yu. If no one could get closer to him, who would fuel his further advancement?

It would have been fine if there were no Evolution Points, but since Evolution Points were useful tools present in his arsenal, every creature could become a source for his evolution. Only when the other creatures grow stronger could Yu Zi Yu’s reap the rewards and get more Evolution Points.

This path would be closer to what the Humans called proving one’s Dao through killing.

More importantly, thanks to his greater might, he could reap another terrifying harvest during the resurgence of Spiritual Energy.

For an existence like Yu Zi Yu, plundering a region’s Spiritual Energy Tide was not that difficult.

At that time, it would fuel Yu Zi Yu’s strength to an even more terrifying level.

While Mutant Beasts and Humans alike might grow stronger with the Spiritual Energy Tide, no one knew that Yu Zi Yu would be the biggest beneficiary of the Spiritual Energy Tide, with his strength growing even more fearsome.

‘Stay one step ahead, stay ahead at every step,’ this adage was not without any basis.

Moreover, Yu Zi Yu also had a huge force under him, Misty Mountains.

With these thoughts swirling in his mind, Yu Zi Yu looked towards the Nine Tails lying nearby and commanded, “Nine Tails, accelerate the expansion of Misty Mountains.”

“Yes, Master.” Nine Tails promptly accepted the order.

However, at this moment, as if thinking of something, the Nine Tails suddenly voiced her suggestion, “Master, should we found a Monster Kingdom in the coming days?”

“Found  a Monster Kingdom?” Yu Zi Yu muttered to himself, his heart astir.

However, just then, a voice suddenly interrupted, “Master, it’s best not to do this. Even if we do, it’s better to do it quietly.”

“Why?” Yu Zi Yu’s eyes couldn’t help but flicker, gazing at Golden Monkey.

“As the saying goes, the tallest tree catches the most wind. Now that Misty Mountains is so influential, who knows how many forces are eyeing us? With the Myriad Races returning as well, If we boldly establish a kingdom at this time, it will surely arouse the vigilance of the Myriad Races. We would definitely become the main thorn in their eyes. Even if Master is not afraid, if we become their target, it would surely be troublesome.”

Hearing Golden Monkey’s explanation, Yu Zi Yu also came to agree with him. “You’re right.”

But after a moment, as if thinking of something, Yu Zi Yu narrowed his eyes slightly as a smile bloomed on his lips. “Then let’s just have some fun in Misty Mountains.”

“Have some fun?” Somewhat puzzled, both Golden Monkey and the Nine Tails looked at each other.

At this moment, sensing the confusion of Golden Monkey and the Nine Tails, Yu Zi Yu smiled and explained, “I will use the mist to envelop the entire Misty Mountains and isolate ourselves from the entire world. At that point, with the mist as the boundary, Misty Mountains will become another world. We’ll establish a powerful force within this world, and slowly grow bigger, taking in Mutant Beasts and Humans from the outside every now and then.”

“The day I lift the fog, I hope that a terrifying force capable of shaking the entire world emerges.” Finishing his words, Yu Zi Yu glanced deeply at Nine Tails and Golden Monkey, and asked, smiling, “Now, tell me, can you two do it?”

Exchanging a glance, Nine Tails and Golden Monkey both grinned and affirmed, “But of course.”

“Fantastic.” Nodding his acknowledgement, Yu Zu Yu raised his perspective to overlook the entire Misty Mountains.

After a moment, a majestic voice suddenly echoed in everyone’s minds, “Come to me.”

Hearing this voice, White Tiger gave out a thunderous roar before taking flight.

The Purple Dragon flying amidst the clouds also gave out a Dragon Roar before diving down, transforming into a purple lightning bolt.

But that was not all.

On the ground, amidst successive tremors, a black tide of beasts surged towards Yu Zi Yu like waves, including the Great Beasts, Snake Queen, Little White, and even core members of various Clans of Misty Mountains.

For a moment, the entire Misty Mountains was beset with turmoil.

However, what they didn’t know was that the boundary of Misty Mountains delineated by mist was becoming increasingly blurred.

Faintly, the entire Misty Mountains seemed to be disappearing from this world.

Yu Zi Yu’s ability Hallucinogen had already reached Level 4, and coupled with the Mastery of the Mist, it was enough to make the entire Misty Mountains vanish from the world.

Not to mention seeing it, if someone stepped into this place, they would just be circling around a spot.

Of course, those skilled in psychic power or with strong intuition were another matter.

Creatures like these, even if ordinary, could still locate Misty Mountains.

But even if they found it, so what? Yu Zi Yu just didn’t want Misty Mountains to exist in the eyes of the world.