Survival for All: I can deconstruct projections and synthesize everything.

Chapter 496 Soul Clan

In the deepest part of the microcosm, in a solitary space devoid of any living beings.

Lin Xiao sat cross-legged, and a miniature universe slowly rotated behind him.

The power of the five elements circulated around him, with the five rules of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth intertwined to form a seven-colored halo.

His consciousness was immersed in the deepest part of the universe, feeling the time and space that had not yet been born, feeling the creative power that brought something from nothing.

The eighth to ninth order is to make the missing elements in Lin Xiao's microcosm the same as those in the main universe.

Conceptually speaking, Lin Xiao's microcosm is no less powerful than the Misty World and the main universe.

Ideally, we should incorporate the elements that are missing from the miniature universe.

The King of Gold once said that the essence of the ninth rank is "fusion".

To integrate oneself with the universe, yet maintain one's independence.

This may sound contradictory, but that is the essence of the ninth rank.

Lin Xiao closed his eyes, his consciousness probing into every corner of the miniature universe.

He felt the birth and destruction of those stars, the flow and changes of those nebulae, and the cycle and ceaselessness of the five elements.

He wanted to find the path to the ninth level, to find the node that merged with the misty world.

But no matter how hard he searched, it was as if he was separated from the viewer by a thin layer of paper.

That thin layer of paper is right in front of you, but you just can't seem to break through it.

"It's still not enough..." he murmured, his brows furrowed.

His understanding of the rules is not deep enough, and his understanding of the nature of the universe is not thorough enough.

He needs more time, more understanding, and more accumulation.

But time is precisely what he lacks most.

Just then, a communication request suddenly entered his consciousness.

Lin Xiao's brow twitched slightly as the Omniscient Rule probed into the communication crystal.

It is Zhuge Duo.

"What's wrong?" he asked.

Zhuge Duo's voice came from the crystal, carrying a hint of solemnity.

"Lin Xiao, there's some news that you might need to handle personally."

"What news?"

"In the Misty World, the leader of a super-large race sent us a message."

Zhuge Duo paused for a moment, then continued, "Their leader is a ninth-tier being. He wants to see you."

Lin Xiao's pupils contracted slightly.

A ninth-order being?

Want to see him?

"What race?" he asked.

"The Soul Clan." Zhuge Duo's voice carried an elusive tone. "A race similar to ghosts. They have no physical bodies, only bodies composed of souls. Their attacks are also primarily carried out using their souls."

"The Soul Clan..." Lin Xiao murmured, the Omniscient Rule searching for information about this clan in the memories of other clans.

A moment later, his brows furrowed slightly.

The Soul Clan is an extremely ancient race in the Misty World.

They were born in the early days of the Misty World and were among the earliest inhabitants.

They have no physical body, only pure souls.

Their bodies are formed from the power of their souls, allowing them to change shape at will, penetrate matter, and be immune to most physical attacks.

Their attack method is equally bizarre—a soul attack that directly targets the target's soul, ignoring physical defenses.

In the misty world, the Soul Clan is a race that strikes fear into the hearts of all.

It's not because they are evil, but because their abilities are too strange and too difficult to guard against.

"Their leader wants to see me?" Lin Xiao asked. "Why?"

Zhuge Duo's voice was somewhat solemn: "He said he wants to discuss with you when to launch another proactive attack on the Mist World."

"Launching another attack?" A hint of doubt flashed in Lin Xiao's eyes.

When did they launch an offensive?

The destruction of the Dark Erosion Order was thanks to the Eternal Alliance. What does it have to do with the Soul Clan?

Zhuge Duo seemed to sense his confusion and explained, "The Soul Clan has always been one of the resistance forces in the Misty World. They have been secretly accumulating strength, waiting for their opportunity. The destruction of the Dark Eclipse Cult has given them hope."

"Their leader believes that now is the best time to unite all resistance forces and launch a general offensive against the Misty World."

"So, he wants to meet with you to discuss cooperation."

Lin Xiao fell silent.

His omniscient rules were operating at full capacity, deducing every possibility of this matter.

Is the Soul Clan's invitation a genuine offer of cooperation, or a trap?

A ninth-tier being like him wouldn't need all these complicated methods to deal with him if you really wanted to.

Just take action directly.

But what if... it's a conspiracy within the Misty World?

What if the Soul Clan has already been subdued by the Misty World, and this invitation is just a bait?

Zhuge Duo seemed to sense his concerns and said softly, "The results of the calculations based on the rules of fate show that this matter is very risky, but the rewards are equally great."

"If the Soul Clan is truly willing to cooperate with us, we will gain another ninth-tier ally. Our chances of victory against the God of Mist will be much greater."

"But what if this is a trap—"

She paused, then didn't continue.

Lin Xiao knew what she wanted to say.

If this is a trap, he will face a ninth-tier being alone.

The other members of the Eternal Alliance were simply unable to support him.

He closed his eyes and pondered for a long time.

Then, he opened his eyes, a resolute glint in them.

"I'll go."

Zhuge Duo's pupils contracted slightly: "Are you sure?"

Lin Xiao nodded: "Confirmed."

"If the Soul Clan is truly willing to cooperate with us, we cannot miss this opportunity."

"But what if this is a trap—" He paused, a confident smile playing on his lips.