Checking in for 100,000 Years Chapter 1044: Counterfeit Yin-Yang Pearl
Previously on Checking in for 100,000 Years...
"I'm here, Master!"
A brilliant flash whizzed past, and a peculiar, zebra-patterned mirror—neither round nor square—materialized before Ye Yun from seemingly nowhere.
"Tsk, tsk, Master is too biased, always favoring the Imitation Mirror!"
"Exactly!"
"Master, could you perhaps assign some tasks for us next time?"
Amidst the vast, unending darkness, a multitude of lights flickered, and numerous treasures began to voice their collective displeasure.
"Next time, then."
Ye Yun offered a conciliatory smile, waving his hand as he appeased these treasures once more.
"Master, are you planning for me to imitate this bead?"
The Imitation Mirror shifted its gaze slightly, its attention drawn to the black and white Yin-Yang Pearl held within its Master's hand.
"Indeed, endeavor to replicate one as close in quality as possible, to the best of your ability. This should not be too challenging for you, correct?" Ye Yun inquired with a gentle smile.
"This Yin-Yang Pearl doesn't quite reach Super God Level. If I give it my all, I can certainly fulfill Master's request!" the Imitation Mirror declared with a touch of smugness.
"You little scamp, how much strength you truly possess, do you think I don't know? You always act like you're giving it your all, yet in reality, you haven't even utilized one percent of your power..." Ye Yun chuckled, shaking his head.
This eccentric Imitation Mirror had never once exerted its full might, not even a tenth of it.
This little fellow had a penchant for showing off, and Ye Yun had never called it out on it before.
This time, however, to perfectly imitate a half-step Super God Level Yin-Yang Pearl, Ye Yun felt compelled to make this little one exert a bit more genuine effort.
"Master, once I've completed the imitation of this Yin-Yang Pearl, can you take me out to play?" the Imitation Mirror asked with utmost seriousness.
"Do you truly wish to venture outside?
There are so many treasures here, allowing you to imitate to your heart's content; isn't that a wonderful prospect?" Ye Yun inquired with a lighthearted chuckle.
"Master, the warehouse is far too dim. I wish to experience the world outside." On the mirror's surface, the Imitation Mirror suddenly displayed the visage of a cute young boy, his rosy cheeks etched with an expression of apparent fear.
Witnessing the Imitation Mirror's earnest, pitiful charade, Ye Yun found himself momentarily taken aback.
"Very well, you imitate a respectable Yin-Yang Pearl, and then I shall take you out." Ye Yun conceded.
"Haha, thank you so much, Master!" The Imitation Mirror erupted in hearty laughter, joyfully spinning in the air.
"Now, get to work!" Ye Yun gently tossed the Yin-Yang Pearl he held, advising softly.
The Yin-Yang Pearl hovered in the void.
The Imitation Mirror drifted closer, its two eyes meticulously examining the treasure. Suddenly, it exclaimed, "Master, this Yin-Yang Pearl contains an Artifact Spirit within. Should I attempt to imitate that as well?"
"You can also imitate an Artifact Spirit?" Ye Yun inquired, a flicker of pleasant surprise crossing his face.
"Master, you underestimate me. Anything pertaining to artifacts, I can naturally imitate!" the Imitation Mirror declared with bold laughter.
"Very well, then create an imitation that closely resembles the original Artifact Spirit..." Ye Yun nodded with a smile.
With the Imitation Mirror's newfound capability, the task became considerably simpler.
Initially, Ye Yun had intended to craft a sufficiently similar Yin-Yang Pearl and then present it to the Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon.
This Little Dragon had been stagnating at the Half-step God King Realm for an extended period, and with a Yin-Yang Pearl, it could potentially achieve a breakthrough to the Divine King Realm.
The reason for this potential ease of advancement was that the Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon cultivated the Yin Yang Refining Virtual cultivation technique, making a Yin-Yang Pearl a direct catalyst for its breakthrough.
As for the Yin and Yang Old Ghost Artifact Spirit, Ye Yun had planned to inform the Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon that he had secretly slain it.
By doing so, the Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon's inner resentment would be extinguished.
From that point forward, free from internal turmoil, it could embark on its cultivation path with unimpeded progress.
This was the prior strategy.
However, now that the Imitation Mirror possessed the ability to replicate the Artifact Spirit itself, Ye Yun deemed it unnecessary to involve himself further. He would simply destroy the duplicated Artifact Spirit and bestow the imitated Yin-Yang Pearl upon the Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon, aiding its ascendance to the Divine King Realm.
The genuine Yin-Yang Pearl, Ye Yun naturally intended to secure within the warehouse, ensuring it would never again be revealed to the Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon.
The strategic reason for retaining this particular Yin-Yang Pearl was clear: to Ye Yun's mind, the true value lay not in the pearl itself, but in the Yin and Yang Old Ghost Artifact Spirit it housed.
This Artifact Spirit would henceforth serve as Ye Yun's invaluable asset.
The expansive Divine Land might still conceal relics or treasures from bygone eras. In such instances, he could summon the Yin and Yang Old Ghost for crucial inquiries.
...
"Master, this will not take long!" With his Master's benevolent approval, the Imitation Mirror was brimming with renewed enthusiasm and vigor.
Swish!
A vibrant stream of black and white light, resembling intertwined spirit serpents, bathed the Yin-Yang Pearl.
Not long after.
An illusory shadow of the Yin-Yang Pearl materialized upon the mirrored surface.
Steadily, this shadow began to solidify.
After the duration of an incense stick burned.
The faint outline of the Yin-Yang Pearl within the mirror achieved complete tangibility.
With a faint resonance.
The Imitation Mirror gave a subtle tremor, and the Yin-Yang Pearl depicted within it detached and flew forth.
"Haha, Master, it is complete!"
The Imitation Mirror chirped gleefully.
"Remarkable, truly! It’s nearly an exact replica, and the essence remains undiminished!"
Ye Yun offered a nod, his expression alight with approval.
This Imitation Mirror had indeed surpassed his expectations.
"I am grateful for your commendation, Master!"
The Imitation Mirror then zipped over, alighting on Ye Yun’s shoulder, and condensed itself once more to the size of a sparrow’s egg.
"Why adopt such a diminutive form?"
Ye Yun inquired with a smile.
"It is my inaugural outing, and I confess to feeling a trifle apprehensive. Shrinking my presence further serves to alleviate my nervousness and prevent undue panic!"
The Imitation Mirror offered a rather convincing explanation.
"Hahaha..."
A hearty laugh escaped Ye Yun.
"You, Imitation Mirror, possess a rather timid disposition. Should you find yourself unable to manage, you may always yield the opportunity to me; I would gladly accompany Master myself!"
A colossal yet indistinct Green Lotus of Chaos, swaying within the profound darkness, interjected.
"That shall not be permitted! This is a prize I have painstakingly obtained; do not attempt to usurp it, haha!"
The Imitation Mirror responded with unrestrained laughter, shaking its non-existent head.
"Tch!"
All the treasures present emitted derisive chuckles at that moment.
Ye Yun offered a wry smile, shaking his head slightly.
Truly, a collection of spirited treasures...
Ye Yun departed from the chamber, carefully depositing the original Yin-Yang Pearl into a separate storage space.
As the Stasis Technique remained active, the Yin and Yang Old Ghost, ensnared within the Yin-Yang Pearl, continued to be held in a state of immobility.
Grasping the duplicated Yin-Yang Pearl, Ye Yun exited the storage area.
With a flash of luminescence, a Yin-Yang Pearl manifested upon Ye Yun’s wrist.
Meanwhile.
Perched upon his shoulder, a peculiar, miniature mirror, adorned in black and white patterns, hovered serenely.
"What manner of object is this..."
The Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon found itself momentarily bewildered, gazing at the small, checkered mirror that had abruptly appeared on its Master’s shoulder.
It was an artifact whose origins and depth it could not fathom.
"Emerge!"
Ye Yun executed a subtle gesture, and a beam of light emanated from the Yin-Yang Pearl, coalescing into the form of the Yin and Yang Old Ghost.
Even as a mere replication, the Yin and Yang Old Ghost remained utterly incapacitated, incapable of any movement at this juncture.
"Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon, you harbor an irreconcilable animosity towards this Artifact Spirit, do you not?"
Ye Yun posed the question with calm deliberation.
"Indeed, Lord Ancestor Dragon!"
The Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon quivered with exhilaration, its fists clenched, and its draconic eyes ablaze with a blood-red intensity.
Ye Yun flicked a finger, unleashing a concentrated ray of light that struck the Yin and Yang Old Ghost.
Bang!
A resounding detonation ensued.
The corporeal form of the Yin and Yang Old Ghost disintegrated instantaneously, breaking apart into countless minuscule particles.
With a sweeping motion of his broad sleeve, Ye Yun dispersed the ubiquitous fragments.
"My deepest gratitude, Lord Ancestor Dragon, for avenging me!"
The Yin Yang Refining Virtual Dragon prostrated itself, performing repeated kowtows, its form overcome with emotion and tears.
"Haha, this Yin-Yang Pearl is henceforth yours. May it facilitate your swift ascent to the Divine King Realm!"
Ye Yun offered a gentle smile, bestowing the Yin-Yang Pearl unto the dragon.