Chapter 169: The Array Emperor’s Legacy, The Plot of the Imperial Corpse

"Master, my energy is exhausted. I need to rest for a while."

The voice of the Mystic Ice Crystal Tiger, Xiao Hong, resonated in his mind.

It wasn't that its stamina was lacking; breaking the Seal of an Array Emperor was still a bit forced for Xiao Hong.

"Take a good rest, leave the rest to me."

Zhou Chen raised his hand and stored Xiao Hong into the spirit beast pouch.

"The Array Emperor's Legacy… it seems I'll have to take a trip. But how strange—this Legacy isn't in the Array Emperor Palace, but inside a spatial rift. Interesting."

In the Thunder Emperor Peak on the other side, a young man in a thunder-patterned Daoist robe also opened his eyes. It was Lei Ming of the Thunder Clan; at this moment, his cultivation had actually reached the ninth level of the Saint Realm.

This was also thanks to the drop of Thunder Liquid gifted by Zhou Chen.

His Physique was originally the Heavenly Thunder Physique, and with the help of the Thunder Liquid, not only did his cultivation advance further, but his Heavenly Thunder Physique also received a massive boost.

Cultivators from other Holy Lands also began to swarm toward the direction of the spatial rift one after another.

However, Zhou Chen had already taken the first step and entered.

The scene before his eyes changed abruptly, as if they had stepped into another world.

Surrounding them was a boundless Void Realm, and both the ground and the sky were covered with constantly flowing, profound Formation runes, emitting an ancient and majestic Aura.

In the center of the space, an illusory figure radiating a terrifying Aura stood with his hands behind his back.

He wore a simple, ancient robe, and though his face was blurred, he possessed a natural Imperial Might. It was a wisp of a projection left behind by the Array Emperor!

"Welcome to this Emperor's place of inheritance. Do not be restless; once all those destined to be here have arrived, the Array Emperor Legacy trial shall officially begin."

The Array Emperor projection spoke slowly, his voice like a great bell, shaking the souls of those present.

Just then, the Primal Creation Scripture within Zhou Chen's body began to circulate on its own, as if facing some great horror.

Zhou Chen faintly felt something was wrong. Although he couldn't put his finger on what it was, he opened the opportunity panel as if possessed.

"System, check opportunities."

[Name: Chen Ping]

[Fate: Perished at the end of the Era of Emperor's Fall, approximately 100,000 years ago. Having set up the Imperial Rank Heavenly Dao Corpse-Nurturing Formation in advance, he refined himself into an Imperial Corpse. As the remnant soul sealed within the Imperial Corpse awakens, he forged a fake Array Emperor Legacy ruin. Under the guise of a trial, he lured various Prodigies to the spatial rift. Through the Imperial Rank Ten Thousand Soul Resurrection Formation, he intends to refine all the Prodigies who entered the rift to achieve complete resurrection. There are thirty-six core Formation eyes located at… subsequently caused a bloodbath in the Central Continent, eventually suppressed and killed by a hidden grand expert.]

[Recent Opportunity: Through the Ten Thousand Soul Resurrection Formation, absorbs the flesh, blood, and Divine Souls of the Central Continent's Prodigies, successfully resurrecting.]

A solemn expression appeared on Zhou Chen's face.

The Array Emperor's remnant soul, an Imperial Corpse—the horror involved far exceeded his imagination.

From the current situation, Zhou Chen's early entry didn't necessarily mean he'd find any good Opportunity.

No wonder when he first entered, he didn't see anyone's opportunity panel mentioning an Array Emperor Legacy.

"The Array Emperor's Legacy!"

Miao Dandan's eyes sparkled beside him.

"Xiao Hong, combined with the Medicinal Pills I gave you, how long will it take to recover?"

Zhou Chen secretly communicated with the Mystic Ice Crystal Tiger in the spirit beast pouch.

"Master, at least half a day."

Xiao Hong replied.

It seemed he could only take things one step at a time for now.

Seeing Zhou Chen's expression was off, Lin Xueer quickly asked if he had discovered something.

Zhou Chen shook his head and signaled them to stay close, lest they get separated during the trial later.

The figure above looked at Zhou Chen, a trace of suspicion flashing in his eyes. He wasn't sure if the youth had noticed something.

However, he didn't care. With his strength, the few people before him were merely ants to be suppressed at will.

"How fragrant… I really want to eat, but not just yet."

The figure with his back to Zhou Chen's trio revealed a sinister smile.

Rumble—

Before long, countless golden lights shot out from the spatial rift, weaving together in the sky into a massive portal.

The portal slowly opened, and an ancient, mysterious Aura emanated from within.

"The Array Emperor's place of inheritance!"

Someone recognized what it was and immediately shouted in excitement.

The Array Emperor—that was a supreme expert from a hundred thousand years ago!

His attainments in the Dao of Formations were unparalleled in the world, suppressing an entire era.

If one could obtain his Legacy…

At this thought, the eyes of everyone outside the rift glowed with greed.

"Charge!"

Someone took the lead and rushed toward the light portal.

In a short while, the area where Zhou Chen's trio stood was densely packed with people.

"Is that the Array Emperor up there? Truly extraordinary and terrifying."

"It would be great if I could get the Legacy."

"What are you dreaming about? The Legacy is mine."

Looking at the figure in the void, a fierce argument broke out among the crowd, none of them noticing anything amiss.

—

Just then, a voice came from the void.

"Those who wish to enter my place of inheritance must pass the trials."

"The trials are divided into three stages: Formation Attainment, Combat Strength Test, and Heart-Nature Trial. This is the first trial; those who pass are eligible for the second."

"Only those who pass all stages may inherit my mantle."

As soon as he finished speaking, three pillars of light appeared before the portal.

Each pillar had different runes, clearly corresponding to the different trials.

"Three trials…"

Zhou Chen stroked his chin. "Interesting."

Since Xiao Hong hadn't recovered yet, he could only play along with the Imperial Corpse's act.

For most of the people who entered, their fate was to be refined in a blood sacrifice.

Therefore, he wasn't in a hurry to participate in the so-called trials, but instead carefully observed the pillars of light.

Before long, Zhou Chen quickly saw through the mechanics of the light pillars.

The first stage, Formation Attainment, tested one's understanding and mastery of Formations.

The second stage, Combat Strength Test, tested one's own power.

The third stage, Heart-Nature Trial, was more mysterious; it was likely about facing one's inner malice or desires.

"Are you confident?"

Lin Xueer asked quietly.

"I'll give it a try."

Zhou Chen nodded and prepared to step forward. He had no way to inform the two of the current situation, so he planned to go up to test the waters and simultaneously check where the thirty-six Formation eyes were located.

Just then, an arrogant voice rang out.

"Everyone move aside! This Array Emperor Legacy is mine, the Divine Son's!"

Everyone turned to look and saw a youth in luxurious robes walking over.

This person was Ji Wuming of the Sword Clan!

Seeing Ji Wuming, a playful glint flashed in Zhou Chen's eyes.

This fellow arrived at quite a convenient time.

"Ji Wuming?"

Someone recognized his identity and immediately gasped.

"Someone from the Twelve Imperial Clans… we can't compete with him."

"Forget it, forget it. Better to stay far away."

"So overbearing, claiming everything is his. Is his name written on every Opportunity?"

"Do you want to die? If he hears you, you'll be waiting for your death and the destruction of your clan."

Many Cultivators chose to back away voluntarily.

The prestige of the Imperial Clans was no joke.

However, Zhou Chen had no intention of yielding and remained standing where he was.

"Eh?"

Ji Wuming noticed Zhou Chen, and a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes.

"You aren't afraid of me?"

"Afraid of you?"

Zhou Chen asked back, "Why should I be afraid of you?"

"Interesting."

Ji Wuming sized up Zhou Chen. "An ant who doesn't know the heights of the heavens dares to act insolently before this young master?"

"Is that so?"

Zhou Chen said indifferently, "Then you can try and see if I am an ant."

The atmosphere instantly became tense, as if swords were drawn.

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