Apocalyptic Flood: Sexy Beauty Neighbor's Midnight Plea for Food Chapter 1212 - 550: Method to Break Through to the Middle Tier of the Genetic Map

"Already reached Chengyang City!"

Liang Yuan took another stroll underwater and discovered a few rusty iron signs along the highway; the road markers were no longer visible.

Emerging from the depths, Liang Yuan didn’t immediately return to the Floating Island of the Abyssal Mouth. Instead, he soared through the air for a considerable duration.

The further he proceeded southeast, the more grim his expression became.

This was because the terrain grew progressively lower the deeper he ventured southeast.

Within the entirety of Chengyang City, barely any structures remained above the waterline.

Only the peaks of some mountains were still exposed, with faint wisps of smoke rising, likely from survivors gathered there.

"The lower the altitude, the fewer the survivors."

"These mountaintops aren’t particularly high either; who knows how much longer they can hold out."

"When winter arrives and the water’s surface solidifies into ice, these people will likely seek refuge at higher elevations."

Liang Yuan pondered with a frown, suddenly realizing that Yangshan's altitude wasn’t strictly speaking, very high.

Should the residents of Yangshan consider relocating to higher ground?

"No need to rush. Yangshan currently presides over two Floating Islands. Although the Floating Island of the Abyssal Mouth that I possess isn’t ideal for survival, Qinghua’s refined Mirage Snake Space could serve as an excellent sanctuary."

"Before contemplating a move to higher ground, I must first ascertain if any other calamities loom in the high-altitude regions."

Liang Yuan's thoughts churned; moreover, he needed to journey to Guangfu to settle matters with the Three Great Sects.

Among the Three Great Sects, excluding the Spiritual Ability Sect, the other two sects each commanded their own Floating Island.

If he could seize these assets, his dominion would expand significantly.

Whoosh!

With a burst of speed, Liang Yuan streaked back to the Floating Island of the Abyssal Mouth.

He located the black dragon.

"Next, I require you to exert your utmost effort to guide the Floating Island in a northwestern trajectory. Before the temperature drops and the waters freeze, reach the location where we first encountered each other."

The black dragon’s Spirit Attribute had reached a remarkable 100 Points, and naturally, its intelligence was not lacking.

Having assimilated the brain core of the Floating Island of the Abyssal Mouth, it possessed the capability to manage the island's climate, the surrounding currents, and the direction of the Floating Island's movement.

Entrusting this task to it was the most logical choice.

Liang Yuan couldn't help but feel a surge of secret delight; it was fortunate he hadn't decisively eliminated this black dragon previously.

Otherwise, he would have been stranded without a means of departure, forced to navigate the island himself.

With the black dragon at the helm of the Floating Island, he would be free to return to Yangshan first.

After issuing these instructions to the black dragon, Liang Yuan re-entered the Shadow World, seeking out Deng Ze.

Upon beholding Liang Yuan once more, Deng Ze immediately adopted a subservient posture, proclaiming, "Liang Yuan, I harbor no ill will towards you. Should you grant me freedom, I shall offer an apology on behalf of the Water God Sect."

"How many Blood Crystals do you desire, or if you require vessels, I am empowered to agree on the sect’s behalf."

"As long as you release me, we can engage in negotiations."

Liang Yuan let out a cold chuckle, "A jest, Deng Ze. Do you truly believe I am lacking in such commodities?"

"Furthermore, once I dismantle the Water God Sect, your assets will naturally become mine."

Deng Ze hastily retorted, "Liang Yuan, you cannot possibly destroy the Water God Sect."

"Our sect leader also commands a Floating Island, and now that you possess one as well, you must comprehend the immense power an Island Lord wields over their Floating Island."

"Our sect leader obtained their Floating Island in the early stages; one can only speculate on the current pinnacle of their strength."

"Do not presume that merely because you have vanquished me and Han Tai, our Water God Sect is left defenseless."

"Publicly, it is acknowledged throughout Guangfu that the military's Feng Jiangong holds the title of Guangfu's foremost expert, but this is solely due to Feng Jiangong's frequent public displays of power."

"However, numerous formidable cultivators have yet to reveal their true capabilities. The leaders of the Three Great Sects and the highest echelons of the military, they all possess vast resources for cultivating extraordinary powers."

"Do you genuinely believe they are as easily subdued as I am?"

Liang Yuan raised an eyebrow upon hearing this and inquired, "Oh? So, in your estimation, your sect leader surpasses me in strength?"

Deng Ze responded, "I concede that you are powerful, terrifyingly so. However, our sect leader is by no means inferior to you."

"Indeed, our sect leader wields the Genetic Species of the Divine Water Kite Phoenix, and there are already indications within the sect that they have discovered a method to breach the Middle Tier of the Genetic Map."

"They might even have formulated a Middle Tier Genetic Map of their own."

"That represents an entirely different dimension of power!"

"Within the Miyuan Rainforest, he personally established the Drowning Spirit Guard and the Abyssal Stalker Team, many of whom have already manifested the Divine Water Kite Phoenix Genetic Species."

"This isn't mere chance; it's the precise doing of the Sect Leader."

"Can such a feat be accomplished?"

"This highlights the formidable nature of the Middle Tier Genetic Map."

Liang Yuan inquired with a trace of bewilderment, "He possesses the ability to dictate the direction of his subordinates' Genetic Species awakenings?"

It was widely understood that even users of Water Attribute Superpowers could manifest their powers in a myriad of ways.

Yet, he recalled the initial capture of disciples from the Water God Sect, where they had indeed mentioned this very subject.

They had spoken of how numerous Genetic Species masters within the Water God Sect manifested as the Divine Water Kite Phoenix Genetic Species.

Despite encountering countless adversaries from the Water God Sect personally, he had never once come across a master with this particular Genetic Species.

Deng Ze pleaded, "Release me, and I shall furnish you with all related intelligence."

Liang Yuan simply offered a knowing smirk. "Even if he can steer the course of his subordinates' Genetic Species awakenings, what truly matters?"

With that, he turned his back and began to depart.

Deng Ze, unable to restrain himself, shouted, "You fail to comprehend! The power unleashed when Genetic Species Superpower Users collaborate far surpasses a simple 1+1."

"Furthermore, masters of the same Genetic Species are capable of forming a Rune Array. If you dare to set foot in the Miyuan Rainforest, your demise is assured!"

Liang Yuan's form vanished from the Shadow World, leaving Deng Ze to yell desperately, striving to hold him back.

Nevertheless, Liang Yuan remained impervious, though he mentally logged the information Deng Ze had divulged.

Middle Tier Genetic Map...

Has the Water God Sect's leader truly ascended to such a profound level?

Liang Yuan proceeded to inspect his attribute panel.

Within the Genetic Map section, it remained at the Initial Tier stage.

Moreover, his various genetic attribute points were stagnating at the 100-point threshold.

"It appears to be the same predicament as when I encountered the 50 Points barrier."

"Is a specific methodology required to break through to the Middle Tier of Genetic Species?"

Liang Yuan's brow furrowed slightly, and he suddenly recalled certain imagery from the gene memory during the refinement of the Heart Core.

A thoughtful expression dawned upon his face.

"It seems that within the gene memory lies an inheritance for the breakthrough to the Middle Tier of the Genetic Map."

"I shall require time to meticulously digest this gene inheritance."

Liang Yuan did not hasten his departure from the Floating Island of the Abyssal Mouth; after entrusting the island's oversight to the black dragon, he opted to enter seclusion to immerse himself in digesting this inherited gene information.

The refinement of the Heart Core was merely the preliminary phase; the crucial step lay in absorbing and assimilating this complex gene data.

Back then, when Chang Yuntao held dominion over Mist City, it had consumed a considerable duration to refine the Brain Core.

And subsequently, embarking on the refinement of the Heart Core, how much time had that entailed?

Liang Yuan finally understood the reason for the protracted passage of time.

A colossal, island-level entity, harboring an immense inheritance of gene memory.

To fully comprehend and integrate such a legacy would, naturally, demand substantial time.

From this day forward, Liang Yuan officially commenced the intricate process of comprehending and assimilating the gene inheritance memory.

The enigmatic visions within the gene inheritance replayed themselves in his mind's eye.

Though fragmented, Liang Yuan gradually managed to decipher certain revelations from these disjointed recollections.

"This Abyssal Mouth appears to be some form of entity originating from the vast expanses of the starry sky."

"Its home planet faced annihilation, compelling it to seek refuge within a fragment of its world, eventually drifting to a peculiar planet."

"Wait, could this peculiar planet be Blue Star?"

"In the recorded imagery, what are those terrifying behemoths? Have such creatures ever existed on Blue Star?"

The gene memory visuals were severely incomplete, with many images flashing by in mere instants.

Liang Yuan found it challenging to grasp the complete narrative, left to conjecture and surmise on his own.

Time inexorably marched onward; half a month evaporated in the blink of an eye.

On this particular day, Liang Yuan's eyes opened, signifying the fundamental digestion of the entire gene memory.

"Advancing within the Genetic Map necessitates the reordering of the body's inherent gene sequences."

"Throughout this metamorphosis, gene expression becomes externalized, and one's form gradually transforms to increasingly resemble the progenitor creature of the Genetic Species."

A spark ignited in Liang Yuan's eyes. "Fortuitously, this gene recombination process is reversible; otherwise, Zhao Kai and the others might find themselves evolving directly into turtles?"

Liang Yuan conjured that image in his mind and couldn't help but let out a chuckle.

He had definitively discovered the pathway to achieving the Middle Tier of the Genetic Map.

The subsequent directive was clear: to commence the attempt at reorganizing his genes.

"It's fortunate that my [Hundred-Change Demon Ape] Genetic Species possesses an innate affinity for gene transformation, granting me a distinct advantage in gene recombination."

"Roar——"

Exactly as Liang Yuan was about to commence gene recombination, the shadowy black dragon erupted from beneath the ground with a guttural roar.

A shared origin bound Liang Yuan and the dragon; one cultivated the Brain Core, the other the Heart Core, their minds inextricably linked.

Upon perceiving the black dragon’s guttural cry, he instantly grasped its conveyed message.

His countenance darkened slightly. "You're saying the external water mass has solidified, and the Abyssal Mouth can no longer drift freely?"

"Roar——"

The black dragon confirmed with a nod.

Liang Yuan immediately rose, his form a blur as he swiftly arrived outside the Floating Island.

Beyond, the water's surface had entirely frozen over, a thick sheet of ice halting any flow.

Continuous heavy snowfall blanketed the ice, forming a substantial snowdrift.

Liang Yuan ascended from the island, his gaze sweeping over the Abyssal Mouth's floating island.

Verily, the entire floating island stood immobilized, encased in ice on all sides.

Liang Yuan's brow furrowed slightly, the immobility of the floating island dawning on him.

He then recalled something, his attention rapidly shifting skyward.

Above, the clouds remained dense, thunder rumbling within their depths.

There was no sign of them dissipating.

Countless snowflakes descended from the overarching clouds.

Liang Yuan pondered the feather procured from the Gouwu Pavilion, contemplating what avian mutants would encounter upon traversing the clouds above.

Was it also snowing beyond the cloud layer?

Liang Yuan's thoughts began to wander, snapping back to the present moments later.

"I have no idea of our current location, nor how far we are from Yangshan."

Considering this, Liang Yuan scanned his surroundings with haste.

Everywhere stretched endlessly, covered in icy white expanses, with no structures visible.

Particularly, this vast white snowy terrain, prolonged observation could even strain the eyes.

Liang Yuan observed the thick snow cover and the icy layer, feeling an impulse to descend beneath the water to ascertain their position, but the frigid temperature below made him shake his head.

"Never mind, I'll conduct a reconnaissance around the vicinity."

His form flickered, selecting an arbitrary direction, and he flew with great speed.

Fortunately, on this occasion, after a flight of approximately five kilometers, he detected a low bluff.

He alighted swiftly, noting the bluff adorned in white snow, its trees draped in silver.

Liang Yuan observed faint wisps of smoke ascending from the distant bluff.

"There are survivors; I must inquire about this place from them."