440: ethereal beast

Bai Guang had just left the Giant Beast Alliance when Bai Huang received a Divine Thought transmission almost simultaneously.

"Star Swallower has been dealt with. You must head over immediately and bring that Void Spirit Beast with you."

The message was transmitted directly into Bai Huang's Sea of Consciousness by the Old Ancestor using the Heart Seal secret technique; the tone was calm yet unquestionable.

This immediately sparked confusion in Bai Huang's heart—since Star Swallower had been personally dealt with by the Old Ancestor, why the specific instruction to bring the Void Spirit Beast?

The Void Spirit Beast was an extremely rare exotic beast in the Hongmeng Realm, naturally feeding on Souls and highly sensitive to fluctuations in Soul Power.

It was first discovered by the Dao Law Progenitor deep within an ancient Secret Realm; at that time, the beast was devouring an ancient remnant Soul, its body wreathed in dark Law runes.

Seeing that its comprehension of the Law of the Soul far exceeded that of ordinary creatures, the Dao Law Progenitor was moved and wanted to bring it back to study the secrets of the Soul Dao Origin.

Later, the beast was transferred to Bai Guang, who unexpectedly tamed it through special means, making it a major combat force under his command.

The training of this beast consumed nothing but the precious Souls of Human Race powerhouses; every summoning, every command, required a massive Soul price.

Even for Bai Huang, who was a high-level executor, the mere thought of deploying the Void Spirit Beast made his heart ache.

However, since the Old Ancestor had personally issued the order, Bai Huang naturally dared not ask questions, let alone delay.

He quickly suppressed the distracting thoughts in his mind, made preparations, and led his subordinates, rushing towards the direction of the Yuan Ling Universe.

Within the vast and majestic territory of the Giant Beast Alliance, Star Swallower's expression appeared exceptionally gloomy, his brows tightly locked as if bearing an indescribable weight.

Shadow King stood to the side, his gaze tinged with helplessness as he softly said: "Current circumstances force our hand, and there is nothing that can be done about it. Back when the Dao Law Progenitor suddenly fell, rumors spread outside that it was Second Elder Bai and Third Elder Ye who acted in secret. In my opinion, these rumors are likely not groundless and could very well be the truth."

Star Swallower slowly raised his head, a flash of heartbreak and confusion in his eyes, and said in a deep voice: "The Dao Law Progenitor was their guide, after all, and had shown them great favor. If it really was the two of them who made the move, then they are truly unscrupulous, simply ungrateful, and chilling to the core."

Shadow King smiled bitterly and spread his hands, his tone carrying a touch of sighing and emotion as he said leisurely: "There is no smoke without fire. Since someone has spread this theory, there must be some reason and basis for it. Such things are rarely completely baseless."

Star Swallower stared at Shadow King, silent for a long time, as if experiencing intense struggle and thought in his heart, before finally saying: "Little Shadow, you should still make a trip to the Yuan Ling Universe. At the very least, find a way to ensure the safety of the living beings within the Yuan Ling Universe. I cannot directly protect that Xun Xiuyuan, but if I can protect the Yuan Ling Universe, it can be considered giving him an answer."

Shadow King knew Star Swallower's character well; he had always valued feelings and loyalty, placing great importance on relationships and promises.

If not for Bai Guang using the entire Giant Beast Alliance as a threat, Star Swallower might have even disregarded everything to clash head-on with Bai Guang for the sake of his Named Disciple, Xun Xiuyuan.

However, Bai Guang's methods were too shameless and insidious; Star Swallower dared not take risks easily, for moving one part would affect the whole.

Thinking of this, Shadow King nodded and replied with a firm tone: "Alright, I will set off for the Yuan Ling Universe now. However, I worry that Second Elder Bai has already arranged for a Hongmeng Realm expert to head there. You know that my combat power is fine against those in the Guiyi Realm, but if a Hongmeng Realm existence intervenes, I will truly be powerless."

Star Swallower heard this, a flash of gravity in his eyes, and slowly nodded: "If Bai Guang has arranged for a Hongmeng Realm existence to head to the Yuan Ling Universe just to deal with it, then we truly have no better way. Hongmeng Realm experts are not cabbages; although the Cosmic Alliance has many such experts, most will not easily listen to Second Elder Bai's orders and arrangements."

However, what Star Swallower never expected was that Bai Guang had indeed arranged for a Hongmeng Realm existence to head to the Yuan Ling Universe, but it was not an ordinary powerhouse; it was an extremely rare and powerful Void Spirit Beast.

After returning to the Yuan Ling Universe, Xun Xiuyuan first exchanged brief pleasantries with True Person Yuan Ling and several other important figures, then headed straight to the Artifact Spirit Hall, choosing to go into secluded Cultivation there.

Considering the deep connection already established between Little Xuan and the Artifact Spirit, this place was not only rich in spiritual energy but also extremely hidden, undoubtedly the safest and most secure place for secluded Cultivation.

Bai Huang and his companions arrived at an extremely large teleportation hub. The space here was exceptionally vast, with countless Teleportation Arrays densely packed like stars, interwoven into an intricate transportation network.

These Teleportation Arrays connected various different Universes, including stable passages to the Silver Sea Universe and ancient Formations leading to the Phantom Poison Universe, highlighting the special status of this place as an important hub.

Their group stepped into the designated teleportation area, quietly waiting for the Formation to activate.

However, as time ticked by second by second, the Teleportation Array remained completely motionless, with only faint light flickering around it, as if it had lost its vitality.

Bai Huang could not help but furrow his brows, a trace of unease rising in his heart; clearly, the situation was somewhat unexpected.

Seeing this, the member of the local forces operating these Teleportation Arrays walked towards Bai Huang with an apologetic look, his tone filled with helplessness. He whispered: "Senior, I am very sorry, but the Teleportation Array to the Silver Sea Universe seems to have been completely destroyed. We have tried to contact them many times, but there is no response from that side; it is as if the connection has been completely severed."

Bai Huang's brows locked even tighter. He immediately realized that this was highly likely a preventive measure taken in advance by the Yuan Ling Universe, intending to hinder their actions.

He calmly asked: "Then, which Teleportation Arrays can currently reach the area near the Silver Sea Universe? We need to find an alternative solution as soon as possible."

After thinking for a moment, the operator replied: "Apart from the Silver Sea Universe, the Teleportation Array to the Phantom Poison Universe is the closest option to that region. We can try to transfer through there."

Bai Huang nodded and decisively said: "Alright, let's execute this plan. We will transfer immediately."

Thus, the group quickly changed their plans and turned to another Teleportation Array connecting to the Phantom Poison Universe.

This Formation appeared even more ancient, its surface carved with mysterious runes, emitting a faint dim light. They entered the waiting state again, holding their breath in anticipation that it would start smoothly this time.

However, after a long wait, the operator spoke again, looking troubled: "The situation does not seem good. The Teleportation Array to the Phantom Poison Universe seems to have been destroyed as well; we cannot establish a stable connection." His voice carried obvious frustration and confusion.