Perfect World: Double Pupils Open the Heavens, Ascend to Immortality

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In the capital of the Stone Kingdom, the news of the return of the Peerless Emperor spread like wildfire, causing a huge uproar. Everyone was so shocked that they were speechless. After seeing the Peerless Palace decorated with lanterns and streamers, they knew that this was probably true.

The Peerless Emperor has truly returned.

Upon hearing this news, the current Stone Emperor, who was also the former War King, stood up in surprise and immediately decided to personally go to the Peerless Palace to visit the Peerless Emperor.

Back then, the Stone Emperor fled due to a great calamity. The princes and princesses colluded with other forces to plot against the Stone Kingdom's foundation. At this critical moment, Shi Yi took strong action, took control of the palace, punished those princes and princesses, stabilized the Stone Kingdom's foundation, and ultimately handed over the throne to the War King.

Over the years, the War King has worked diligently and conscientiously to manage the Stone Kingdom, and has governed the country very well.

Now that the peerless emperor Shi Yi has returned, the War King naturally wants to pay him a visit in person.

Suddenly, two figures appeared, a man and a woman. The man was tall and imposing, and the woman was stunningly beautiful, like a pair of celestial beings.

The War King was shocked. This was the royal palace of the Stone Kingdom. Who would dare to trespass like this?

But when he saw the man's familiar face, the surprise on his face vanished instantly.

"Peerless Emperor!"

"War King, how have you been?" Shi Yi greeted him casually.

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An hour later, at Demon Spirit Lake, Shi Yi and the witch arrived together, where they received a grand welcome and hospitality.

The old golden spider and the Azure Demon Black-Eyed Spider were both present. Seeing Shi Yi return with his success and still remembering Demon Spirit Lake, they were filled with joy.

Back then, Demon Spirit Lake helped Shi Yi a lot. He obtained his first Ten Fiend Treasure Technique, the Qilin Treasure Technique, through Demon Spirit Lake. Subsequently, Demon Spirit Lake also provided him with a lot of resources.

This time, Shi Yi not only revisited his old haunts, but also helped the two Spider Venerables of Demon Spirit Lake rebuild their Dao foundations, leaving behind a considerable amount of powerful medicine.

The old golden spider and the Azure Demon Black-Eyed Spider were deeply moved. With these powerful medicines, Demon Spirit Lake would surely prosper and become one of the most powerful forces in the desolate region.

They were also sensible, and immediately issued ancestral precepts: Demon Spirit Lake would never be an enemy of the Stone Kingdom, and would forever be on good terms with the Peerless Palace, as close as family.

Shi Yi smiled. This was not his request. Even if he didn't make such a vow, it wouldn't matter, because with him there, Demon Spirit Lake wouldn't be able to cause trouble.

After returning to the Peerless Palace with the witch, Shi Yi traveled through the ethereal realm, entering this ancient spiritual world.

The witch followed them in, and Shi Yi intentionally brought her along.

"You're back?"

The moment Shi Yi and the witch appeared, Bird Master and Jingbi Grandpa appeared beside them.

"Yeah, I'm back."

Shi Yi smiled and nodded.

"Huh? Your cultivation level..."

Grandpa Jingbi was greatly surprised. In just ten years, Shi Yi had reached this level.

Bird Master was equally shocked, and the bird on his shoulder was so frightened that it became incoherent and made strange cries.

It still vividly remembers how terrifying Shi Yi was; back then, it almost had its skin peeled off.

“My cultivation level is nothing to mention. It’s you guys who have been seriously invaded by darkness over the years.” Shi Yi’s eyes gleamed, and he could tell at a glance that something was wrong with them.

"As expected of you, we have indeed been severely corrupted. Over the years, we have often lost our senses. If this continues, the consequences will be unpredictable," Bird sighed.

Shi Yi nodded.

"Let's go, let's go check out the Dark Temple. I guess those creatures are getting restless, thinking they can rise from the ashes," he said.

"Buzz!"

A path parted in a chaotic area, and Bird Master and Jingbi Grandpa arrived with Stone Witch.

This wasn't Shi Yi's first time here. He had risked his life to retrieve the True Phoenix Treasure Technique from the Dark Hall. Back then, he was just a boy, and he fought against those sealed beings, narrowly escaping death.

But things are different now. Apart from the Dark Quasi-Immortal Emperor on the other side of the Boundary Sea, who dares to say they can surpass his fighting instincts and awareness? The Heavenly Emperor's insights encompass all aspects.

"You're far too terrifying now. I feel like the rules of the Void God Realm can't restrain you at all," Grandpa Jingbi said with a look of surprise and uncertainty.

Shi Yi admitted this.

"The Void God Realm can no longer suppress me. Whether it's a god-level arena or anything else, it's all meaningless to me."

"hiss!"

The two gasped. They had indeed thought highly of Shi Yi back then, but none of them had expected that Shi Yi could reach this level at such a rapid pace.

Finally, the group arrived at the Dark Hall, the place where the Dark Immortal King and the primordial spirits of his generals were imprisoned.

The so-called lower realm's eight domains of prison are actually set up for these beings.

Their primordial spirits were suppressed in the Realm of the Void Gods, while their physical bodies were suppressed in various parts of the Eight Domains.

In Shi Yi's chaotic little world, there still lies the corpse of an immortal, which is the physical body of a dark true immortal in the dark hall.

The group stood before the dark hall, not entering. Inside stood four ancient and mysterious stone statues, all bound by chains—the embodiment of supreme rules and order, designed to trap the ancient statues' spirits and prevent them from escaping.

Beyond the dark hall lies a strange place, where dozens of altars are scattered, each sealed with an earthenware jar.

These earthenware jars are where the Dark Immortal King's generals and commanders were sealed.

In the altar area, the True Phoenix Bone still remained, burning quietly, sometimes transforming into a True Phoenix, soaring through the heavens and earth. Its aura was key to suppressing the overflowing dark aura.

However, now, these earthenware pots are all emitting black gas, and the four stone statues are also restless, trying to break free of their chains and leaking dark power outwards.

Compared to more than a decade ago, the entire dark hall gave Shi Yi an even more ominous feeling.

It seems that this place has indeed been severely corrupted, and as the guardians of the Dark Temple, Bird Master and Spirit Wall Master have naturally suffered greatly from it.

But now that he has arrived, all the efforts of these dark creatures will be in vain.

Shi Yi informed everyone that he was about to enter the hall to cut off the hands of these dark creatures that shouldn't have reached out and to suppress them back into their original state.

In fact, with his strength, he could have easily destroyed those earthenware pots on the altar, but there was no need. This place could serve as a training ground. As long as Shi Yi didn't cause any problems, this place would remain as stable as Mount Tai, and no one could break the seal.

In the years to come, everyone will inevitably have to fight against dark creatures. If they are not prepared, they will definitely suffer a great loss. This place is the best training ground.

These sealed beings, suppressed by the rules of the Void God Realm, can only maintain the same level of power as the intruders when they make a move.

Their advantage lies in their superior combat awareness and instincts, as well as their terrifying combat power that surpasses the limits, especially the four Dark Immortal Kings.

With their combat strength, few geniuses could fight them on equal footing.

Shi Yi planned to renovate this place. The order of the Dark Hall was a bit wrong. The War General should be placed first, corresponding to the Supreme Realm Dark Beings, followed by the True Immortal Realm War Generals, and then the Four Dark Immortal Kings.

"Be careful, these guys are no pushovers," Bird Master warned worriedly.

"Don't worry, this isn't the first time I've fought them. Back when I was weak, I was able to force my way in and bring out the True Phoenix Treasure Technique alive, so what's the big deal now?"

With that, Shi Yi stepped into the dark hall.

As soon as they entered, the dark hall echoed with the terrifying clanging of chains, a sound that was both awe-inspiring and chilling.

The four stone statues simultaneously extended a large hand, reaching out to grab Shi Yi. They had already recognized this being as the ant who had narrowly escaped their grasp years ago, and now dared to return.

"boom!"

Shi Yi moved, engaging the four giant hands. His entire body blazed with intense light, his ethereal aura dazzling and blinding, as if illuminating the past, present, and future. He thrust his fists horizontally, clashing with the giant stone hands.

"Boom!"

With a single strike, the giant stone hand trembled violently, shaking off endless dust. The cracks on its surface widened sharply, and it shattered on the spot.

"This... is too intense!" Grandpa Jingbi stared in disbelief.

That was the hand of the Dark Immortal King. Even if he was suppressed to the same level as Shi Yi, he was still an Immortal King.

"boom!"

Another giant stone hand exploded, blasted apart by Shi Yi's punch.

He was like an invincible celestial emperor, smashing the arrogant celestial king statue to pieces on the spot. This was not a fierce battle, but a crushing defeat.

It should be noted that Shi Yi at this level is capable of killing True Immortals and Immortals, while the Dark Immortal King at this level is simply unable to do so, and it is only natural that he was crushed.

To defy the immortals and conquer them is not something that can be made up for by combat instinct and experience; it is a fundamental difference that requires a qualitative change to achieve.

In just a few breaths, the four Dark Immortal King statues became docile, their arms smashed to dust, suffering heavy losses.

Subsequently, the dark power receded back into the bodies of these stone statues like a tide. Realizing the difference in power, they naturally stopped provoking Shi Yi.

"hehe."

Shi Yi sneered and walked towards the altars again.

"boom!"

On each altar and within each earthenware jar, an astonishing number of enormous hands simultaneously erupted and slammed towards Shi Yi.

He didn't care at all, his hands behind his back. With just a glance, those large hands shattered. They were no match for Shi Yi, and couldn't even make him take a little more seriously.

"So this is all the scum in the darkness is like," Shi Yi sighed softly and shook his head.

The generals and commanders, having suffered heavy losses, retreated back into their folds, and the area instantly fell silent. The power of darkness visibly dissipated.

Chapter 429 Another World, True Dragon

Shi Yi took action, eliminating the remaining dark power within the Dark Hall.

This wasn't something that happened overnight; it was the result of gradual, cumulative damage.

Now that the disease has been cured, the place has returned to its former tranquility. The four stone statues and dozens of earthenware pots silently witness all of this without any reaction.

They knew that this being was invincible among beings of the same level, and even a powerful immortal king could only bow down to it.

Those who understand the times are wise. The dark creatures do not want to die yet, so they continue to lie low and wait for the great reckoning to come, and perhaps a turning point will appear.

"Buzz!"

The Dark Hall was purified by Shi Yi's intervention. Bird Master and Jingbi Grandpa had the deepest understanding of this, as did that featherless strange bird.

The two stood there, stunned, their bodies changing. A great deal of black energy rose up and dissipated into the world. Their cloudy old eyes became clear, and an extraordinary aura emanated from them, making them appear even more unfathomable.

The featherless strange bird, however, grew vibrant plumage, displaying magnificent five colors, as dazzling as a five-colored flame.

"True Phoenix?"

The witch was astonished. She had thought this featherless bird was nothing special, but who knew it was actually a true phoenix.

Bird Master's gaze deepened, exuding immense majesty, as did Master Jingbi's.

But soon they became playful and carefree again, reverting to their old ways and acting without any seriousness.

"Thank you. Hmm, this feels better than ever before. Since these guys started using dark power to erode the temple, we have forgotten a lot, and our authority in the Void God Realm is gradually declining."

"If it weren't for your intervention and eradication of the root cause, I really don't know what would have become of us." Grandpa Jingbi thanked him.

"It was just a favor. From now on, let this place serve as a training ground. Darkness will come sooner or later. It won't hurt to witness its power and feel its aura beforehand," Shi Yi waved his hand and replied.

"Well, I don't know what your idea is, but how about this, we'll give you complete access to this place, and you'll be in charge of everything." Bird nodded, completely trusting Shi Yi.

It's important to understand that the authority here is no joke; it concerns the life and death of the entire Void God Realm and the Eight Domains of the Lower Realm.

However, Bird Master and Jingbi Grandpa believed in Shi Yi.

"Sure, as long as you two trust me." Shi Yi had no objections.

"Of course I trust you."

As soon as they finished speaking, Bird Master and Spirit Wall Master exchanged a glance, and countless chains of divine order surged around them, flying toward Shi Yi and circling around him.

Soon, Shi Yi felt that he had gained control over this dark temple.

He told everyone to stand back a bit, and then began to make sweeping changes, sorting the dark creatures from weakest to strongest to make them easier for anyone who came to challenge them.

From War General to War Master, and then to Dark Immortal King, progressing step by step, finally placing the True Phoenix Bone into the Dark Hall as the ultimate reward for completing the challenge.

Then, stone tablets were erected at each level, detailing the dangers of the challenge and what one would face. At the end of each level, there were stage rewards.

Soon, a dark and deep road was completed.

After completing all this, Shi Yi began to repair the seal, mending the damage caused by the dark creatures over the years and reinforcing the seal to prevent them from causing trouble and causing accidents.

He paid particular attention to the four stone statues in the Dark Hall. In addition to repairing the damaged parts, he also added some chains of order. These chains did not affect their ability to attack; they were only used to reinforce the seal. Once the stone statues attempted to erode the seal, the chains of order would be triggered, and Shi Yi would be informed at the same time.

Throughout the entire process, the dark creatures remained completely silent, showing no sign of resistance.

After completing all the arrangements, Shi Yi told the two elders that when they brought people over later, they should carefully consider whether they were qualified to take on the challenge.