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Chapter 449 They are of the same origin!

Sections 457 and 457 are cognate!
The reason why the gentle light of her jade sword can purify the darkness is because it contains the protection of "life" and the cherishing of "existence"!

She looked at the tattered, dark gold armor. This must be the actual Guardian Armor mentioned in the notes!

Although damaged, its material and structure far exceeded her previous expectations.

She could even sense an indomitable will emanating from the armor, as if the guardians who once wore it had not truly left, and their spirit remained imprinted within it.

She placed her hand on the armor. A cool yet powerful force instantly surged into her body, resonating with her protective power.

Countless fragmented images flashed through her mind—ancient battlefields, roaring void monsters, guardians fighting bloody battles, and… that dark golden figure that seemed to have responded to Yu Kong on the battlefield of the Fallen Sky, standing quietly.

A thought struck her—it was the armor she had obtained from Yu Kong! They were from the same source!

This is not only the inheritance of power, but also the connection of wills!
She felt that her connection with Yu Kong had become closer, as if there was a thread in the dark drawing them together.

She picked up the jade slips again.

These jade slips recorded more specific cultivation methods and combat techniques. One jade slip caught her attention; it was inscribed with: "Purification Technique for Seeds of Nothingness—'Igniting the Flame'."

Xu Qinghan's body trembled! Targeting the Void Seed! This might be the key to saving Senior Brother Xu Ran!

She immediately placed the jade slip between her eyebrows and carefully read its contents.

This is an extremely complex and dangerous secret technique that requires the practitioner to possess extremely strong protective power and unwavering willpower. By guiding the power of the universe's origin, the practitioner attempts to "rekindle" the fire of the "self" that has been eroded by nothingness.

This secret technique has an extremely low success rate and carries a huge risk of backlash against the user.

If the spell fails, the caster will suffer a great loss of power at best, and at worst, their "self" will be devoured by the backlash of nothingness!

But Xu Qinghan didn't hesitate at all. This was the only hope she had found!

She carefully put away the "Record of Eternal Heritage," the jade slip, and the tattered armor. She knew she had gained a tremendous opportunity here, but at the same time, she felt a heavy responsibility.

She must master these powers and knowledge as soon as possible, especially the secret technique of "igniting the flame".

She must find Yu Kong as soon as possible. They share the same mission and possess the same source of power. They must unite!
Moreover, she vaguely sensed that there seemed to be even more powerful guardians left behind deep within the Forbidden Zone, perhaps the remnants of the "consciousness" of those fallen guardians, or perhaps the final barrier they left behind.

She took a deep breath, her eyes becoming even more determined.

"Seniors, Xu Qinghan will definitely not let you down!"

She left the secret chamber, restored the walls to their original state, and then, following the guidance in the "Record of Eternal Heritage," continued to venture deeper into the forbidden zone of eternity.

After she left, the tattered dark gold armor in the secret chamber, its surface shimmering with a faint golden light, seemed to be responding to her vow, or perhaps anticipating something.

……

The vast universe, the fifth dimension.

The laws here have completely lost their original order; chaos and distortion are the only rulers. But for the "container," this is the perfect breeding ground.

His body has completely transcended the realm of carbon-based life, becoming a pure aggregate of laws.

On the flowing gray "armor" surface, countless runes flashed, combined, and transformed at an incredible speed, each transformation signifying the construction or integration of a new law model.

His core, that pulsating gray ball of light, had now become like a small black hole, frantically devouring the surrounding chaotic torrent of laws.

[Success rate of rule integration: 45%]

[Container Energy Level Upgrade: Pinnacle]

[Under construction: Space Collapse Law Model, Time Reversal Law Model, Consciousness Annihilation Law Model]

An even more terrifying model of laws was constructed.

He can easily create miniature spatial collapses, compressing all matter and energy in an area into nothingness.

He can briefly reverse the flow of time in a region, trapping his opponent in a cycle of the past or a chaotic future.

He can directly attack the root of a being's consciousness, erasing it from the law of causality.

He no longer simply applied the laws, but, in a sense, became the laws themselves!

But all of this did not originate from his will.

He has no will.

He was merely a perfectly programmed machine, a tool for executing the highest instructions.

His gray "face" was expressionless, and his empty eye sockets held only a cold, calculating light.

He stretched out his thick, abstract limbs, easily tearing through space, grabbing a vortex of chaotic laws, and then throwing it into his core to devour it.

[Approaching the next stage threshold.]

Distance calibration complete: 10%

A chilling voice echoed within "consciousness." This voice was not auditory, but rather information directly imprinted on the level of laws.

Threshold.

calibration.

These words represent the significance of his existence, and signify that the plan for a great being is being realized step by step.

The "trial" in the Fifth Dimension is nearing its end. He has integrated most of the available chaotic laws here, and his power has reached a new limit.

He sensed that a grander, more ancient consciousness was slowly approaching him, a consciousness that was cold, vast, like the universe itself, and possessed a chilling quality of "nothingness".

That is the Lord of Nothingness!

The “calibration” is about to begin, which means that he will establish a deeper connection with the Lord of Nothingness, receive higher-level “instructions”, and may even become the “anchor point” for the Lord of Nothingness to descend into this universe!
The distorted space around his body became even more unstable, as if it might collapse at any moment.

A massive vortex of laws condensed above his head, emanating an aura of destruction.

He felt no fear, no expectation, no emotion. He simply stood there quietly, awaiting the final "calibration."

He, the container, is ready.

The Southern Stars and Universe remain completely unaware of this.

……

In the vast depths of the universe, a gray shadow composed of countless twisted limbs and faces is now "gazing" in the direction of the Fifth Dimension. It can sense that the "container" has reached the predetermined threshold and is about to complete the first stage of calibration.

This is a crucial part of the plan. The potential of this "container" has exceeded expectations, and its efficiency in integrating the rules is satisfactory.

Once calibration is complete, the container will gain greater power and be able to leave the fifth dimension and head to the designated "anchor point" to begin its cleanup mission.

It could also sense that the boy who inherited the guardian's will was hunting down its "awakened ones" in the universe, and was moving towards the Eternal Forbidden Zone at an astonishing speed.

The girl who went to the Forbidden Zone of Eternity has also obtained a more complete Guardian's inheritance and is trying to master a way to fight against it.

“A faint resistance…” a hoarse voice whispered in the darkness.

"A futile struggle..."

"The flame... has long been extinguished..."

It cannot comprehend concepts such as "protection," "hope," and "love." In its understanding, all "existence" is a form of entropy increase, a transient phenomenon that will ultimately return to chaos and nothingness.

Its existence is to accelerate this process, allowing the universe to return to its original state of "nothingness".

It harbors no "hatred" towards the guardians; they are merely "obstacles" hindering entropy increase and need to be removed.

Like an obstructive star in the universe, it will eventually be swallowed by darkness.

Its gray domain is expanding, eroding the surrounding starlight and laws.

Some distant galaxies are gradually losing their brilliance, as if some invisible force is draining their life force.

"Time... is running out..."

"The anchor point... is about to be secured..."

"Cleanup...Starting..."

Its "vision" pierced through countless spaces, locking onto several key nodes in the Southern Starry Universe—the Eternal Forbidden Zone, the Meteor Battlefield, and several areas that concealed ancient powers.

These places were once barriers erected by the guardians, and now they need to be smoothed over one by one.

And that perfect "container" will be the best tool to perform this task.

Around the gray shadow, countless tiny gray dots of light leaped, as if cheering, or as if wailing.

They are the whispers of nothingness, the hymns of darkness.

The fate of the universe became even more precarious at this moment.

……

Soaring through the starry sky at high speed, they were getting closer and closer to the ancient forbidden zone.

He could sense that the spatial fluctuations in the area ahead had become exceptionally complex, containing both ancient, dormant energy remnants and newly emerging, distorted dark energy.

He knew that he had entered the outer area of ​​the Eternal Forbidden Zone.

The starry sky here is no longer pure darkness, but is dotted with many eerie lights and distorted scenes—as if the chaotic laws within the forbidden zone have been reflected onto the outside world.

He became more vigilant, slowed down, and began to use the methods recorded in the Guardian's Handbook to sense potential dangers and marks left by the Guardians.

He sensed a faint aura of a guardian, emanating from the depths of the forbidden zone, carrying a glimmer of hope, yet also a sense of remoteness.

At the same time, he also sensed several powerful dark auras!

These auras were more restrained and more dangerous than those of the "awakened ones" he had encountered before, like venomous snakes lurking in the shadows.

He felt a chill run down his spine, knowing that the enemy he was about to face would be stronger than ever before.

Just then, he suddenly sensed a familiar yet unfamiliar presence!
The aura was powerful, cold, and full of distortion and destructive force, but at its core, one could vaguely detect a fluctuation belonging to Senior Brother Xu Ran!

This aura is approaching the ancient forbidden zone from the depths of the universe at an incredible speed!

"Senior Brother Xu Ran!" Yu Kong's expression changed drastically.

This aura wasn't Xu Ran himself, but rather a power completely assimilated by the power of nothingness! He had become a "vessel" and was being dispatched to carry out some kind of mission!
And the direction he was heading was the eternal forbidden zone!

Yu Kong instantly understood!
The Lord of Nothingness dispatched a "vessel" to the Forbidden Zone of Eternity to destroy the legacy left behind by the Guardians! This is a crucial step in its plan to eliminate obstacles!
And Xu Qinghan is deep within the Forbidden Zone of Eternity!
A strong sense of crisis gripped Yu Kong's heart.

Senior Brother Xu Ran has been completely assimilated, and his power is terrifyingly unparalleled. His journey to the Forbidden Zone of Eternity is undoubtedly the greatest threat to Xu Qinghan!

He can't delay any longer!
Yu Kong no longer cared about concealing his whereabouts. The protective power within his body suddenly erupted, and his entire body transformed into a dazzling golden light, rushing towards the Eternal Forbidden Zone at top speed!

He had to find Xu Qinghan before Senior Brother Xu Ran, no, before that "container" reached the depths of the forbidden zone!
……

Deep within the Forbidden Zone of Eternity, Xu Qinghan is on an ancient altar, attempting to draw upon the power of the universe's origin and temper her protective strength according to the methods described in the "Record of Eternal Inheritance."

The space around the altar was incredibly stable, as if it were a sanctuary that the guardians had maintained with all their might.

In the center of the altar was a groove that perfectly matched the shape of the Guardian's Notebook. When she placed the notebook inside, the altar instantly activated, emitting a soft glow.

She sat cross-legged on the altar, closed her eyes, and let her consciousness sink into her body.

She could sense a vast and pure power from the depths of the universe being guided through the altar and merging with her protective power.

This power is the "Origin of the Universe" mentioned in the "Record of Eternal Heritage"!
It is the most fundamental and primordial force that constitutes the universe, containing vitality, order, and "existence" itself!
She guided this primordial power, gradually cleansing her protective strength, making it purer and more powerful.

At the same time, she also began to try to understand the jade slip that recorded the secret technique of "igniting the flame".

The secret techniques are obscure and difficult to understand, and every step involves enormous risks.

It requires the caster to merge their own protective power with their primal power to form a special "flame," and then inject this "flame" into the body of the target that has been corrupted by nothingness through specific runes and techniques, attempting to rekindle the spark of their "self."

This process is like lighting a match in a void; if you're not careful, the match will be extinguished, and even the person who lit the fire will be swallowed by darkness.

Xu Qinghan knew that to successfully perform this secret technique, she not only needed great strength, but also a deep understanding of her senior brother Xu Ran, as well as that unwavering belief!
The image of Senior Brother Xu Ran flashed through her mind—the senior brother who always smiled gently, gave her countless guidance in cultivation, and always stood in front of her in danger.

"Senior brother... I will definitely save you!" she silently vowed in her heart.

Just then, the light from the altar suddenly began to flash intensely!

A powerful, cold, and destructive wave surged in from the outer perimeter of the restricted area like a tidal wave!
This aura was so powerful, so pure, it was as if darkness itself had descended!
Xu Qinghan suddenly opened her eyes, her face turning pale instantly.

(End of this chapter)