Chapter 582: Entering the Star Region, A Sightseeing Tour Among the Stars!
In a mysterious void, ripples of energy suddenly spread, and more than ten figures slowly emerged.
The ones who appeared were none other than Wu Tian and his group. Before they could even react, an intense heat swept over them.
For Wu Tian, who had been here before, this was no surprise at all.
Beside him, Cao Ying and Dan Chen were completely shielded under his protection, while the others had to rely on their own Dou Qi to resist the scorching heat.
This was the Star Region where the Three Thousand Burning Flames roamed. Even a Dou Zun who let their guard down could be burned by the flames here.
Wu Tian's heartbeat quickened, just as it had whenever he encountered other Heavenly Flames.
At this moment, his heart was reacting to the Three Thousand Burning Flames.
"So this is where the Three Thousand Burning Flames reside? It's… so hot~"
Cao Ying, standing next to Wu Tian, had just stepped out into the open and was immediately struck by the unbearable heat.
Anywhere with a Heavenly Flame was like a living hell whether it was extreme heat, lethal toxins, or bone-chilling cold, the environment was always terrifying.
Wu Tian glanced at Gu You and saw the old man's eyes burning with excitement.
For someone like Gu You, the allure of Heavenly Flames was simply irresistible.
Even though he had a strand of Nihility Devouring Flame within him, relying on an external force could never compare to possessing a flame of his own.
Moreover, the Three Thousand Burning Flames was eternal and indestructible. The physique and energy it provided were enough to drive any flame cultivator mad with desire.
Shifting his gaze from Gu You, Wu Tian's eyes landed on the "new Xiao Yan."
This version of Xiao Yan was far sharper and more cunning than the original.
Wu Tian was certain that this "Xiao Yan" had not absorbed the new Heavenly Flame!
After receiving Wu Tian's silent approval, the real Xiao Yan had likely swallowed the pill containing the new flame. Given his natural affinity, he would have been able to fuse with it effortlessly.
After all, the flame originated from his own body like a bound artifact in a game.
Even if it was momentarily lost, it still belonged to him.
Of course, if someone powerful enough forcibly took it away, that "binding" would become meaningless.
As the group surveyed their surroundings, curiosity flickered in their eyes.
This was called the Star Region a space forcibly torn open by the three giants of the Pill Tower.
Unlike the Pill Realm, the Star Region was vastly inferior in stability and scale.
The environment here was barren and desolate, filled with faint, scorching mist.
Yet, in the distance, under the dim glow, one could see countless tiny flickering lights!
As girls, Cao Ying and Dan Chen were naturally drawn to the soft, glowing lights.
Unable to resist, they reached out to touch them.
The moment their hands brushed against the lights, a cool sensation spread through their fingertips, causing their eyes to widen slightly.
"This… is the light of the stars?"
"No wonder they call this place the Star Region… It truly looks like a sky full of stars. Such beauty… makes this trip worth it! Right, Sister Ying?"
Dan Chen waved her delicate fingers through the glowing specks.
For a moment, she and the twinkling lights became one a sight so stunning that even Wu Tian couldn't help but admire her.
Dan Chen's elegant, fairy-like presence perfectly matched this ethereal scenery.
Wu Tian found himself unable to resist.
Instead of just looking, he pulled her soft waist into his embrace.
"Ah~"
A soft gasp reached his ears.
If it weren't for the others being present, he definitely would have taught them a "special" cultivation method to ease their exhaustion.
While a faint trace of Heavenly Flame danced at his fingertips, his other arm reached out for the mischievous Cao Ying.
At that moment, the scene felt less like a deadly expedition and more like a romantic night tour, gazing at the stars.
Even Qiu Ling, the Great Elder of the Pill Tower, twitched at the sight.
Are you serious?
Did you come here… for a sightseeing trip?!
Unable to tolerate it any longer, Qiu Ling spoke with a hint of irritation.
"The Star Region doesn't block the infiltration of star energy. However, during the daytime, the energy is at its weakest, which is why we must enter now."
"Oh~ So if we came at night, it would be even more beautiful?"
Cao Ying completely ignored the Elder's impatience and turned to Dan Chen with excitement.
Hearing this, Dan Chen eagerly nodded in agreement.
"Yes! With countless stars surrounding us, it would be a breathtaking sight. What a shame…"
Everyone: ...
Are they seriously treating this like a romantic getaway?!
Wasn't the whole point of coming during the day to subdue the Three Thousand Burning Flames?
Yet these two were talking like they were on a nighttime stargazing date…
What's next? Singing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star?
At this point, everyone else activated their mental mute button and ignored them.
With Qiu Ling leading the way, the group finally understood the significance of this place.
The Three Thousand Burning Flames was also known as the Flame of the Starry Sky born from the condensation of pure star energy.
As long as star energy existed, this flame would never die!
And star energy… was eternal.
Even during the daytime, the power of the stars was present, though slightly weaker.
Thus, the moment the Three Thousand Burning Flames was formed, it became an immortal existence.
More importantly, it had no natural enemies.
Born high above the sky, it was untouchable only descending when it was fully formed.
The energy it contained was unfathomable.
Compared to other Heavenly Flames, the Three Thousand Burning Flames was practically ancestor-tier.
Even among the flames ranked above it, only a handful could truly surpass its power!
That was why this flame was so difficult to subdue.
Even the Hall of Souls had no absolute confidence in capturing it.
"Stay close. Do not stray from the group. This space contains hidden cracks that lead to the void. If you step into one… well, I trust you understand the consequences."
With a wave of his hand, Qiu Ling moved swiftly ahead.
The others followed silently.
He wasn't wrong this space was unstable.
After all, it had been forcibly torn open by Xuan Kongzi and the others.
Even they could accidentally break the space further, which would cause… problems.
If the Three Thousand Burning Flames escaped before they could subdue it…
Well, that would be quite the disaster.
Though the Star Region was smaller than the Pill Realm, it was roughly the same size as Holy Pill City.
But what made this place truly terrifying was its heat.
The overwhelming, scorching temperature was enough to make even experts uneasy.
After about ten minutes of travel, Gu You and Old Monster Qing Hua finally activated their full Dou Qi defenses.
Even they could no longer ignore the intensity of the heat.
"We're here. Be careful."
Qiu Ling suddenly came to a halt.
His sharp gaze swept over the group, finally resting on Gu You.
"If anyone dares to break the rules… I have the authority to disqualify them.
And execute them on the spot."
"Jie jie~ Execute me?"
Gu You chuckled darkly.
(End of Chapter)
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