Chaotic Sword God Chapter 3991: Searching for the Reason

Jian Chen chose not to disturb the disciples of the Nine-heavenly Xuan Immortal. Instead, he gathered the nine Immortal Emperors and the Thousand Soul Demon Exalt, and with a stern demeanor, inquired about all their knowledge concerning the Hole of Reincarnation.

Faced with Jian Chen's serious expression, the Immortal Emperors and the Thousand Soul Demon Exalt, despite their curiosity, asked no questions. They proceeded to share everything they knew about the legendary Hole of Reincarnation.

However, the information they provided offered nothing new to Jian Chen. Essentially, none of it constituted secrets within the Immortals’ World.

“Have any of you heard rumors about the Hole of Reincarnation influencing people’s emotions?” Jian Chen posed the question.

“Influencing emotions?” Upon hearing this, they exchanged glances before shaking their heads uniformly.

“Sect master, while there are numerous rumors circulating about the Hole of Reincarnation in the Immortals’ World, we have never encountered any pertaining to its effect on emotions…”

“Let alone affecting emotions, there are no rumors that even touch upon such a subject. Of course, if you insist, there is the universal greed surrounding the Hole of Reincarnation. After all, with the example of Daowei Chengqing, many individuals covet the treasures found within the Hole of Reincarnation…”

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Jian Chen gained no practical insights from the nine Immortal Emperors and the Thousand Soul Demon Exalt. Following his departure from the Primeval Divine Hall, Jian Chen retreated to his chambers. He continued to ruminate on the strange sorrow that had inexplicably surfaced.

This was the second occurrence, and the peculiar melancholy now felt like a permanent weight upon Jian Chen’s spirit. He understood that without uncovering its source, true peace would elude him.

After some deliberation, Jian Chen summoned the artifact spirit of the Observance Heaven City once more. Through the artifact spirit, he gained an unhindered audience with the master of the Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets.

As a Ninth Heavenly Layer Immortal Exalt, the pavilion master held an esteemed position. Even the ancestors of prominent organizations would find it challenging to secure a meeting, yet Jian Chen could essentially visit him at will. This level of access underscored the significant regard the pavilion master held for Jian Chen.

This time, Jian Chen bypassed pleasantries and directly conveyed the emotional turmoil he had been experiencing to the pavilion master.

Placing considerable trust in the pavilion master, Jian Chen refrained from withholding much. Naturally, he omitted the peculiar phenomenon related to the Hundred Superimposition Sword.

“You claim the presence emanating from the Hole of Reincarnation impacts your emotions, plunging you into a state of uncontrollable sorrow?” The pavilion master appeared stunned upon learning of Jian Chen’s predicament. He was visibly taken aback.

Even his gaze towards Jian Chen shifted, carrying a trace of doubt, as if questioning whether Jian Chen was jesting with him.

Jian Chen’s expression remained serious as he earnestly inquired, “Senior, your knowledge is profound, and you possess the ability to perceive the world’s secrets. Have you ever encountered instances where the Hole of Reincarnation could influence individuals?”

“I have not. My understanding is limited to the fact that every single item retrieved from the Hole of Reincarnation is sufficient to drive people to madness. This is a consequence of their inherent greed, not something attributable to the Hole of Reincarnation itself,” the pavilion master responded, his brow furrowed in deep thought. He fixed his gaze on Jian Chen and mused, “Aside from this, has the Hole of Reincarnation affected you in any other unusual manner?”

Jian Chen meticulously recalled his entire experience from the first time he passed by the Hole of Reincarnation. After a brief pause, he stated hesitantly, “I was overwhelmed by an intense urge, an urge to enter the Hole of Reincarnation.”

Hearing this, the pavilion master’s expression shifted subtly. To enter the Hole of Reincarnation? That was no trifling matter.

Throughout history, numerous individuals, regardless of their strength, had ventured into the Hole of Reincarnation. Without exception, none had ever returned, their fates effectively sealed as deceased.

Indeed, ancient records indicated that even a Grand Exalt had entered the Hole of Reincarnation, yet they had never reappeared, vanishing from the Immortals’ World permanently.

While the Hole of Reincarnation had been lauded historically as a beacon of fortune, a place capable of altering destinies, it was concurrently an abyss—an abyss of no return that could engulf all living beings.

The emergence of Daowei Chengqing a hundred thousand years prior eventually shattered this grim cycle, simultaneously elevating the Hole of Reincarnation to unprecedented renown.

The pavilion master fell into a brief silence. After a considerable interval, he addressed Jian Chen with utmost gravity, “There is something you must firmly remember. Regardless of any perceived effect the Hole of Reincarnation might have on you, and no matter how intense your curiosity becomes, you must never, under any circumstances, set foot inside.”

Jian Chen gave a nod, his curiosity about the Hole of Reincarnation piqued, yet a profound sense of caution and reverence accompanied it.

“Information regarding the Hole of Reincarnation is exceedingly scarce; its enigmatic nature surpasses even the knowledge held within our Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets. Even seeking answers from Grand Exalts would yield little, for they too lack substantial insight,” the pavilion master explained.

“Indeed, even Grand Exalts dare not venture into that place…”

Shortly after, Jian Chen took his leave from the pavilion master and returned to his inn.

Following Jian Chen’s departure, the vice master of the Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets, Liao Chen, materialized. After offering a respectful bow to the pavilion master, he cautiously voiced his thoughts, “Pavilion master, it is unheard of for one’s emotions to be stirred by the Hole of Reincarnation. Could this signify a fated connection between Jian Chen and the phenomenon?”

Upon hearing this, the pavilion master’s gaze sharpened. He recognized Liao Chen’s earnestness; when the vice master spoke of “destiny” with such gravity, it implied something far beyond the ordinary enlightenment cultivators gained from observing the Hole of Reincarnation’s fluctuations.

“Continue,” the pavilion master prompted, already sensing Liao Chen’s line of reasoning.

Liao Chen drew a deep breath, contemplating before speaking again. “The Hole of Reincarnation has endured through the ages, yet never before has it been known to influence a person's emotional state. Jian Chen appears to be the first. This leads me to a bold hypothesis: might Jian Chen be the second individual, following Daowei Chengqing, capable of entering the Hole of Reincarnation?”

The pavilion master countered, “That theory is exceedingly audacious. While the emotional influence is unprecedented, numerous cultivators have benefited from the Hole of Reincarnation’s changes over time. Should they all be deemed to have a destiny with it?”

“You speak truly, pavilion master. My conclusion was indeed hasty. I should not have jumped to such a swift judgment,” Liao Chen admitted with a hint of shame.

“You are simply too eager for a second destined individual to emerge. The Hole of Reincarnation has existed for eons, and throughout history, only Daowei Chengqing has successfully emerged from its depths. The probability of a second person appearing in such a relatively short span is infinitesimally small,” the pavilion master sighed softly. “Furthermore, we cannot even be certain if a second person will emerge alive. And even if such a feat is accomplished, I question if I shall live to witness it.”