Versatile Mage: Lord of Space

Two full days passed, and finally, a ray of twilight light pierced through the thick clouds, casting its glow upon the damp city of Xiamen. The buildings standing in the floodwaters cast long shadows, swaying gently in the receding tide…

The sunrise is visible; tomorrow should be a sunny day. Warmth and brightness will return to this southern coastal city, and then the sirens will have to retreat to their underwater lairs. Those who refuse to leave will face only one fate: utter slaughter!

……

Lin Lan did not participate in the subsequent clearing operation. He was already exhausted, and when he woke up again, it was a warm afternoon. The light laughter of a young girl came from the lawn outside the window, crisp and lively.

He got up and drew back the curtains, finding himself on another campus of Jimei University. This campus was built on land, and although it was also near the sea, its higher elevation meant it had not been damaged by the sirens or typhoons.

Listening to the lively sounds of the energetic female students chasing and playing, it felt as if the massive storm that had recently engulfed Xiamen was just a nightmare. Upon waking, everything was once again gentle and peaceful.

Lin Lan turned her attention to the Heavenly Mountain Sacred Lotus. Ultimately, improving her strength was the key.

With the Oath Fruit obtained, all that is needed is a Heavenly Mountain Sacred Lotus and ten Earth-type Soul Seeds as energy to generate the Earth-type Heavenly Seed.

Therefore, we must go to Tianshan.

Moreover, Mu Bai was killed by Gui Ji, so to save him, one would have to make a deal with the Dark King.

……

"The quartz crystal is found in the Tianshan Mountains."

Since he was going on another trip, Lin Lan naturally had to invite a few of his good buddies along.

"What? In the damn Tianshan Mountains!" Zhao Manyan's face was full of reluctance.

"Tianshan?" Mo Fan was also taken aback.

“Should we reconsider? You’ve all heard of the Scar of Tianshan, right? The quartz we’re looking for is in that crack in Tianshan, a place where sunlight never shines, it’s icy cold like hell on earth, and the demons there are ridiculously powerful, all strange and bizarre creatures. Legend has it that the place is so ancient that it can be traced back to the origin of totems, and even the origin of humankind!” Zhao Manyan became more and more excited as he spoke.

There are many dangerous places in China, but the Tianshan Scar is a true forbidden zone for humans. Those who go in either never come out again, or suddenly reappear decades later with no memory of what happened inside. Those who don't come out can't even send out a single message.

Mysterious and terrifying, countless folk tales abound. Of course, a very few have seized the opportunity, soaring to great heights and becoming legends. But whether they are the brave warriors buried in the snow-covered cliffs or the triumphant returnees, none of them ever speak of what truly happened within the Tianshan Scar…

“Go ahead, I’m going there to look for opportunities. Si Yingshi can bring one back for Mu Bai on the way. Besides, there are totems in Tianshan, which will benefit you,” Lin Lan said.

"To be honest, it's not actually that dangerous there. As long as you're strong enough, even the forbidden zone isn't that scary." Lin Lan naturally knew the true level of danger in Tianshan.

With one's foresight and intuition, the problem can be easily solved.

“Totem… right, right, someone told me that to find out the truth about the totem, I have to go to Tianshan.” Lin Lan’s reminder made Mo Fan suddenly remember this.

“Tianshan is a sacred mountain in the East, incredibly ancient. Forget totem legends, I wouldn't be surprised if you told me an entire totem tribe still lives there!” Zhao Manyan said. “Have you asked Jiang Shaoxu? Has her brother, Jiang Shaojun, mentioned anything about Tianshan and totems? Since we're determined to go to Tianshan to find Si Shiying, why not dig up some totem clues along the way? I've wanted to go to Tianshan for a long time.” Mo Fan found it increasingly feasible.

It's almost a certainty that the Tianshan Mountains have a totem. Mo Fan has read through many ancient books, and even Egyptian and Greek documents mention the "Eastern Sacred Mountain," which refers to the Tianshan Mountains.

As the totem seals they collected became more and more complete, a grand and ancient totem scroll was slowly unfolding.

To find the main thread that runs through the entire story, the "core" that unifies all totemic imprints, the answer can only be found in the Tianshan Mountains.

He didn't remember who specifically mentioned Tianshan to him, but someone must have told him more than once: if you really want to understand totems, you must go to Tianshan.

“Indeed, the clues we have about the totem are always fragmented. Relying solely on Jiang Shaoxu’s scattered memories of her brother is definitely not enough. There must be something we’re looking for hidden in the Tianshan Mountains.” Zhao Manyan nodded in agreement.

Zhao Manyan became particularly enthusiastic when totems were mentioned. Following the path of totems had indeed benefited him greatly; he had not only broken through to the Super Rank, but had also gradually gained the recognition of the ancient tortoise.

In Xiamen, he truly experienced the thrill of dominating the battlefield. No wonder there are so many superheroes in American TV shows; honestly, the feeling of spending money like water while saving the world is far more satisfying than simply chasing women!

He was immature before, always wanting to live a comfortable and wealthy life. Now he's "awakened," and he wants to be like Iron Man—rich, handsome, with girls, and incidentally saving the world!

Therefore, the search for totems filled him with unprecedented motivation.

In comparison, Mu Bai's life hanging by a thread... sigh, everyone has their own fate. If Mu Bai really doesn't make it, it's just bad luck. Zhao Manyan will "experience" Mu Bai's life to the fullest!

……

Since the decision has been made, let's be decisive and just go.

Lin Lan was after the Heavenly Seed, and as for information such as the Heavenly Mountain Sacred Lotus, totems, and Si Shi Ying, which were almost secretive, it was far from enough to just inquire at information centers in Shanghai and the Hunter's Building; he had to go to the local area to find out for himself.

Once everyone has arrived, let's set off!
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After overcoming numerous hardships, including demonic interference and magical clashes, the group finally arrived at the Scar of Tianshan!
The problems encountered during this period were not particularly difficult, and they were all resolved one by one by meticulous planning and strong capabilities.

After passing Tianchi Lake, we arrived at the true destination of this trip: the Scar of Tianshan!

Here, glaciers hang upside down, like waterfalls of clouds cascading from the sky. Walking in this area of ​​thin ice and dense clouds, one feels as if the endless ice layer above one's head is the solid ground, and that one is strolling in an inverted world.

There are countless rumors about the Tianshan Scar, but ironically, no one has ever described its true appearance. It's either depicted as an icy abyss or a desolate valley wreathed in howling snow. In reality, however, there is no swirling snow; everything is like a frozen painting: the mountains are like mirrors, reflecting the light and shadows of the sky and clouds; icy clouds, like veils, gently drape the stillness of time and space. Though the oxygen is thin, the air is as crisp and clear as the morning dew.

Unexpectedly, the Tianshan Rift showed no signs of ferocity. Everyone who stepped in felt as if they were walking through the gates of hell; but when the invisible door was pushed open, what lay before them was a beautiful, silent sanctuary that made one forget pain, fear, and unease.

Naturally occurring sacred lotuses, totems, and Siying stones will all appear here! (End of Chapter)