I Pick Up Talents on the Interstellar Battlefield Chapter 678 - 500: Life Mirror Demon, Demon Finger
Previously on I Pick Up Talents on the Interstellar Battlefield...
The Mirror Kingdom, a Golden Level Talent, possesses a total of four distinct abilities:
Mirror World, Mirror Demon Formless, Mirror Flower, and Mirror Seal.
Previously, the presence of individuals like Zhuge Yu had made it inconvenient to fuse this talent. Now, being alone, the timing is perfect for integration.
Qin Tian produced the ancient bronze mirror, cradling it in his palm. As his fingertip brushed against the mirror's edge, the artifact emitted a gentle, silvery luminescence. It wasn't a harsh glare, but a soft radiance akin to moonlight, which enveloped his fingers and rapidly spread to his entire hand.
With a mere thought, a pale golden rune detached from his brow, transforming into a streak of light that plunged into the mirror. The instant this rune impacted the ancient mirror, Qin Tian experienced a sensation of lightness between his brows, and his consciousness surged into the artifact like an overwhelming tide.
This was no ordinary spiritual link; it signified a complete amalgamation of his consciousness with the mirror artifact.
The lingering Spiritual Mark left by Beitiao Hezi within the ancient mirror dissolved like melting ice and snow. Qin Tian’s Spiritual Power, following the intricate patterns of the mirror, instantly established dominion over this life-nurturing artifact.
In the subsequent moment, his consciousness descended into an immense expanse. Beneath his feet lay a silver-white ground, as smooth and reflective as polished glass. The sky above shimmered with a faint, glazed hue, and minuscule specks of light drifted in the distant ethereal void. This was the "Mirror World," the exclusive domain born from the Mirror Kingdom talent.
With a simple mental command, Qin Tian materialized within the Mirror World's central nexus.
Before his eyes, an array of Jade Bottles stood in neat rows upon a stone platform. Labels such as "Qi Gathering Pill" and "Body Tempering Dew" indicated that these were medicinal elixirs previously amassed by Beitiao Hezi.
Tucked away in a corner, clothing, essential supplies, and Spiritual Tools were meticulously organized. Nearby lay a few corpses of Snow Beasts.
Yet, the most astonishing sight was revealed not far away: over a hundred women lay quiescently on the ground. Some were entirely unclothed, others donned long robes. Each possessed captivating beauty and graceful figures. Notably, some were of Alien Races. All of them had their eyes closed, their breaths deep and steady, clearly immersed in a profound slumber.
"Seeing Beitiao Hezi's effeminate demeanor, I initially thought him a minor figure, but he turns out to be a pervert hoarding over a hundred beauties," Qin Tian remarked with a helpless chuckle. "Truly, his 'little world' is filled with oddities. Could he possibly manage that many women?"
Fortuitously, just a single day after Beitiao Hezi's demise, Qin Tian had successfully fused with the Mirror Kingdom talent, making the bronze mirror his personal artifact. Had he not, this mirror artifact would have disintegrated within three days without a master, leading to the demise of the elixirs, supplies, and even these slumbering women within the Mirror World as the space itself fragmented.
At this precise moment, the specks of light within the Mirror World began to converge towards the center, and a misty gray haze materialized from seemingly nowhere.
This mist swirled and coalesced beneath the glazed sky, gradually evolving from an ethereal vapor into a humanoid form—a translucent figure, comparable in stature to a young boy. Its features were indistinct, like an ink painting not yet fully dried, with the sole exception of its eyes, which were exceptionally clear. They were as dark as a bottomless pool, yet brimming with the vibrant curiosity of exploration, embodying the nascent Mirror Demon born from "Mirror Demon Formless."
The newly formed Mirror Demon swayed its illusory body, seemingly acclimatizing to its corporeal existence.
It lifted its head, gazing towards the Mirror World's glassy ceiling, and suddenly opened its mouth to release a silent call. Though no audible sound was produced, it resonated directly within Qin Tian’s soul, conveying an inherent sense of dependence and affinity—the natural bond of a newborn life towards its covenantor.
Qin Tian's lips curved into a smile as he distinctly perceived this Mirror Demon's spiritual connection to him. This was the manifestation of a life contract; while other Mirror Demons might emerge later, this one stood as the core of the Mirror Kingdom talent.
"From this moment on, I shall call you Little Demon," Qin Tian conveyed through a soul transmission.
The Mirror Demon's body quivered noticeably, then it raised its phantom hand, giving a gentle wave towards Qin Tian. A jubilant ripple coursed through the soul level, akin to an affirmative response to its bestowed name.
Qin Tian keenly perceived that with Little Demon's emergence, his bond with the Mirror World intensified. Faint, silver mirror-like patterns began to manifest on his fingertips.
This served as undeniable proof of the "Mirror Kingdom" talent's complete fusion. The Mirror World, the Mirror Demon, and the Sealing Power were now all under his absolute command.
"Indeed, this talent is exceptionally potent."
Qin Tian stroked his chin thoughtfully. The Mirror Kingdom talent, with its integrated functions of storage, intelligence, sealing, and the Mirror Demon's spiritual impact, was indeed comprehensive. It certainly possessed the potential to be invested with a significant amount of resources to evolve into a Holy Blood level talent in the future. The only nagging issue was how to manage the predicament involving over a hundred women. He certainly wasn't a deviant like Beitiao Hezi, wanting to keep so many women around, nor did he have the heart to eliminate them. However, if he were to release them later and his involvement was discovered, it would undoubtedly present a substantial obstacle for him. It was crucial to remember that apart from the individual who controlled the 'Mirror Kingdom' ability, no one else could manipulate the mirror artifact. If it became known that he, Qin Tian, had released these women, how would he possibly provide an explanation? "Beitiao Hezi, you have truly left me in quite the quandary..." Qin Tian shook his head, deciding that contemplating these complex issues could wait. His immediate priority was to become proficient with his newfound abilities and to locate Zhuge Yu, Taishi Feng, and Huo Yuansheng. Furthermore, he harbored a strong suspicion that the long-vanished Lan might very well be present in this very location. Buzz~ Buzz— Abruptly, a brilliant Golden Light erupted from Qin Tian's palm. The golden patterns within his grasp began to swirl and dance, gradually permeating the ancient bronze mirror through its taotie patterns, moving as if they possessed a life of their own. This was the manifestation of the Divine Weapon Emperor's power. Upon contact with the mirror's surface, the ancient mirror responded with a gentle, resonant tremor. The mirror's originally soft, silvery radiance gracefully intertwined with the Emperor's Golden Light, transforming into a captivating spectacle of interwoven golden and silver rays.