Beast Taming Patrol Chapter 1494 - 422: Azure Invitation, Breaking Through Tier 8! (2-in-1, Finale Countdown: 29) (Part 3)

"Hmm..." Lin Su murmured with a nod, scanning the email several more times as his expression grew increasingly puzzled. "I haven't caught wind of any upcoming collaborative research initiatives being organized within the Lanyan Magical Beast Zone lately."

"Mii? (｡òωó｡)" (Could it be a scam?)

Qiuqiu chimed in.

"That is impossible; the sender is officially verified as Lanyan," Lin Su replied, shaking his head to dismiss the doubt.

Suddenly, a realization struck him.

The invitation hadn't specified the project details, likely because it was classified as a secret operation.

While Lin Su wasn't particularly fascinated by the project itself, the message from the Lanyan Magical Beast Zone had sparked a different interest. Wei Miao, the master of the Lanyan Magical Beast Zone, was a Pure Water Elemental of the immortal rank.

If he intended to find a path for Lanlan to return via Faith Evolution, wouldn't it be wise to consult someone with a deep understanding of Pure Water Elementals? Researching in isolation was proving fruitless. Despite mastering all the existing data on Faith Evolution, Lin Su felt that visiting the Lanyan Magical Beast Zone might provide the fresh perspective he needed rather than continuing his blind experiments here.

"We will depart for the Lanyan Magical Beast Zone tomorrow," Lin Su decided firmly.

Currently, both he and his companions were preoccupied with their impending breakthroughs. It would be better to complete those and return to Bluestar before heading out.

After sending a formal acceptance via email, Lin Su gathered his five companions and hurried out of the laboratory toward the dormitory.

...

Shenwu.

North God Domain, Self Transformation Valley.

At the first light of dawn, Lin Su guided his five little ones toward the central portal of the Self Transformation Valley. Standing beside the gateway was the Eight-colored Immortal Crane—the same beast that had transported him from the Qianling Sect. It opened its massive, radiant eyes to look at Lin Su.

In the next breath, its voice boomed through the void, whipping up a localized gale.

"You have arrived?"

"Greetings, Color Sovereign," Lin Su said, bowing with cupped hands. "Per our earlier arrangement, today marks the day for entry into the Spiritual Mist Secret Realm."

"Very well, come with me."

With a slight nod, the Color Sovereign beat its wings and rose to its full height, stirring up a majestic storm. Mysterious laws pulsed around the Color Sovereign as various attributes manifested, eventually condensing into eight feathers of distinct colors, each representing a different attribute.

These eight feathers, composed of pure energy, radiated the Color Sovereign’s unique presence. Controlled by the Sovereign's will, the feathers drifted toward the void portal, slotting into it in a precise, rhythmic sequence.

Instantly, the once-dark etchings on the portal flared to life! As the radiance intensified, flickering runes began to manifest within the structure.

The center of the gate ignited! The empty space transformed into a swirling spatial vortex, and through the shifting distortions, new landscapes began to flicker into view.

Finally, the spatial turbulence settled, revealing a clear image within the portal's frame. It was a blurred, ethereal world that looked like a realm of the immortals. Just standing at the threshold, watching the mist dance within, Lin Su felt an unusual sense of serenity.

The environment of the Spiritual Mist Secret Realm was truly unique.

Knowing that the realm held numerous opportunities for himself and his companions, Lin Su felt a surge of anticipation. He glanced back at the five eager faces behind him and smiled. "My thanks to the Color Sovereign."

"It is of no consequence," the Color Sovereign replied before stepping through the portal first.

Lin Su and his five little ones followed immediately, crossing over into the immortal-like domain.

They had entered the Spiritual Mist Secret Realm!

...

In an unremarkable valley located in the southeastern North God Domain near the Endless Sea, two massive beasts had concealed themselves by shrinking their forms. Every living thing in the valley and the surrounding area had been silently wiped out, replaced by illusions to hide any signs of a disturbance.

Breaking the silence, one of the behemoths spoke. Its voice was heavy with the power of the Dao, radiating an oppressive force and a touch of irritation that echoed through the cliffs.

"Hidden Mirage King, how much longer must we wait here? Are you certain that human brat, Lin Su, will show up today?"

"Stay calm, Yue Xie," the Hidden Mirage King replied coolly. "I have surreptitiously searched the memories of several Self Transformation Valley disciples. Lin Su is scheduled to enter the Heaven Rank Secret Realm under their control today. Once he leaves the realm, he will depart from the North God Domain."

"While an ambush in the Endless Sea would have been more certain, the Sea Breaking Barrier would weaken our combat effectiveness. Furthermore, the Endless Sea has been restless lately." A strange light flickered in the Hidden Mirage King’s eyes. "I am not entirely sure what is happening there."

It had previously attempted to find a hiding spot within the Endless Sea's borders, only to be confronted by several immortals of equal power the moment it arrived.

Having been stationed in the North God Domain for so long, the Hidden Mirage King lacked intel on the Endless Sea’s internal affairs. To be safe, it chose this ambush point near the border instead.

"I have some inkling of the situation in the Endless Sea," Yue Xie grunted. "It involves the Southern Wilderness Domain. I heard a powerful immortal has surfaced there with hidden motives."

After mentioning it, Yue Xie gave a jealous snort. "A Heaven Rank Secret Realm... these humans are truly loathsome."