Divine King of Honour Chapter 1911: Inheritance Array

Witnessing the hundreds of divine swords shimmering within the Sword Pond left Xu Nian in utter astonishment. As a seasoned Artifact Refiner, he could discern their past glory, a testament to their exceptionally high quality. Yet, the passage of countless millennia had taken its toll, significantly degrading their former magnificence. The divine radiance that once encased them had long since vanished, leaving these once-proud blades akin to mere mundane Divine Iron. The others present also observed this unfortunate transformation, their faces falling as they nodded in disappointment. What they had hoped would be a trove of formidable weapons had devolved into nothing more than a heap of worthless scrap.

After a cursory examination, Xu Nian's interest in these tarnished relics waned. Not a single God Sword could be found among them. He recognized that to make any use of these swords, they would require thorough reforging. For Xu Nian, the task of refining divine-level artifacts was now a simple endeavor. What he truly sought were God-level Artifact Refining Materials, rendering these swords of little consequence to his current pursuits.

Leaving the Sword Pond behind, Xu Nian pressed onward, venturing deeper into the expansive main hall. Within its depths lay a colossal Formation, its intricate array patterns ancient and mystifying, hinting at a power beyond the ordinary. "Could this possibly be the Inheritance Array?" the Red-haired Heavenly God mused aloud, a tremor of shock in his voice.

Inheritance Array? The query echoed among the onlookers, their faces etched with confusion and skepticism. "Indeed, it is the Inheritance Array," the White Robed Taoist confirmed, his voice laced with awe. "It is actually the Ancient Inheritance Array," Ye Shumin and the others echoed, their surprise palpable.

"What makes this Ancient Inheritance Array so special?" Xu Nian inquired, a genuine puzzlement in his tone. "Has Xu Fenn never encountered the Ancient Inheritance Array before?" Ye Shumin responded, her brow furrowed slightly. Xu Nian merely shook his head in reply. Tan Long, observing from the sidelines, couldn't help but reveal a flicker of disdain.

Though somewhat taken aback by Xu Nian's ignorance, Ye Shumin proceeded with her explanation: "In ancient times, the Hell Sect utilized the Ancient Inheritance Array to hone its disciples. This array scrutinizes each individual's soul, and upon successfully completing its trials, grants rewards that even God-level Experts would covet."

"Oh? What kind of rewards could possibly be envied by God-level Experts?" Xu Nian's curiosity was piqued.

"Typically, the rewards pertain to comprehension and the Soul Realm. For instance, it could instantly elevate a God-level Expert's Soul Realm by a full level or bestow incredibly potent divine skills," Ye Shumin elaborated.

Xu Nian absorbed this information with a degree of surprise. To elevate one's Soul level by an entire realm was significant. It was crucial to understand that the divine-level experts of the Nether World operated differently from those in the Divine World. Nether World divine-level experts lacked true physical bodies, inherently limiting their raw power compared to their Divine World counterparts. Furthermore, their cultivation focused solely on soul power, not the so-called divine power. Therefore, an advancement in soul level directly translated to a higher cultivation level for them.

Currently, Xu Nian's true self had completed the refinement of that particular Divine Pill. For any ordinary Nether Emperor, achieving Great Perfection in soul power signified the absolute zenith of their progression. However, Xu Nian was an anomaly; his soul power had already transcended the limits set for divine-level cultivators, now standing on par with individuals at the Peak of Divine-level strength. On the surface, Xu Nian's soul level still appeared to be at Nether Emperor Perfection, as he had yet to fully integrate with his nascent Godhood. Once this integration was complete, Xu Nian's immense soul power would be plainly evident. He pondered whether an advancement in soul level within the Inheritance Array might even propel him to break through into the God Realm. The possibilities were unknown.

"The Inheritance Array is equipped with seven cushions, precisely enough for our group of seven. Each of you should find a spot and take a seat," the White Robed Taoist instructed. With that, he immediately moved to occupy the central position. The Red-haired Heavenly God closely followed his lead. The rest of the group also promptly selected a cushion and sat down without hesitation. Xu Nian chose a cushion adjacent to Ye Shumin, though his seat was situated towards the periphery of the array. Nevertheless, Xu Nian remained unconcerned; he believed the specific position held minimal influence over the Inheritance Array's unfolding.

"Buzz!" The moment Xu Nian settled into a cross-legged posture, the formation beneath him hummed to life. A formidable wave of soul force surged outwards, engulfing Xu Nian and drawing him into an ethereal, otherworldly space. Before him materialized a colossal shadow, an immense figure that radiated an overwhelming sense of oppression.

"A Nether Emperor? When did a mere Nether Emperor infiltrate my domain?" the towering shadow boomed, its gaze fixed upon Xu Nian with overt disdain. Xu Nian found himself startled by the remark. Could this colossal shadow represent a God-level Expert? Did this imply that the Inheritance Array itself was a legacy left behind by a God-level Expert? "Junior Xu Nian pays his respects to the senior," Xu Nian declared, offering a respectful bow despite the condescending tone.

"Oh? Your soul level far surpasses Nether Emperor Perfection, and in terms of power, you’re comparable to a Peak of Divine-level, yet you haven’t condensed a Godhood?" the giant shadow inquired once more.

Upon hearing this, Xu Nian was even more astonished.

This entity could instantly discern his soul power's strength?

While some formidable experts could recognize that his soul origin level had already transcended the divine boundary, no one had ever precisely gauged the full extent of his soul power.

"Senior, I am merely fortunate. What kind of trial does Senior intend to bestow upon this junior?" Xu Nian posed the question to the colossal shadow.

It was evident that this immense silhouette was but a soul imprint left behind by that God-level Expert.

Yet, for a mere soul imprint to possess such potency, Xu Nian marveled at how profoundly powerful the individual must have been during their life; it was utterly baffling to him.

"Young one, since you have arrived here, you shall undergo my test. I present you with two options. The first path involves a standard soul tempering trial. If you succeed, I can elevate your soul power by one level," the shadow declared.

"And the second option?" Xu Nian’s curiosity was piqued.

The initial reward was a simple enhancement of soul power.

The second choice surely promised something far more exceptional.

"The second option presents a perilous path, a true 'nine deaths, one life' scenario. You must withstand my full-power assault for a duration of fifteen minutes. Should you survive, I shall bestow my Godhood upon you," the shadow revealed.

"Godhood?" Xu Nian was startled by the pronouncement.

The second reward was, indeed, a Godhood.

He fully grasped the immense value of a Peak of God-level's Godhood, especially one imbued with the perfection of the Heavenly Dao.

Such a Godhood, if obtained by a cultivator with compatible attributes, could allow for the gradual comprehension of the Heavenly Dao truths contained within.

Though this method was slower than direct refinement, it offered a way to gradually make the essence its own.

However, attaining comprehension of another's Heavenly Dao often imposed considerable restrictions on future cultivation breakthroughs.

Xu Nian's surprise stemmed not from any particular desire for the Heavenly Dao truths themselves.

Rather, it was the Godhood itself that intrigued him; if he could possess such a divine essence, he could refine a God-level Puppet with it, rendering it virtually invincible, nearing the might of a God.

Nevertheless, enduring fifteen minutes under the onslaught of such a formidable entity, even a mere remnant soul, was a feat Xu Nian felt incapable of achieving.

As he himself had surmised, even an early-stage God-level Expert would find such a trial to be a 'nine deaths, one life' situation, let alone himself.