Martial Arts Genius with Proficiency System Chapter 1011 - 450: The Poison of Faith, the Desire of Chen Yuan—You Are All My Food! (Part 2)

Thus, one can become poisoned by faith. Yet Su Tu had absorbed a considerable amount of this faith, and lacking any direct bloodline causality with his believers, he remained uncertain if this faith would eventually bring about negative consequences.

"The Power of Faith I've absorbed is not insignificant. Thus far, there has been no discernible impact, but I cannot continue to unilaterally devour faith," Su Tu mused inwardly. Now aware of the potential perils associated with the Power of Faith, he recognized the necessity of abandoning this particular course of action. His initial strategy involved commandeering the followers and faith of the Tri-Deity Cult to propel the Inference of Heaven to its ultimate level. However, that plan now necessitated adjustments. Su Tu harbored a genuine curiosity about the supposed Great Destruction and the origins of the Tri-Deity Cult. But with the matter of faith potentially jeopardizing his future, his interest in pursuing them waned. After all, the Great Destruction loomed on the horizon, and ample opportunities would arise later to seek answers. The immediate concern, however, was discerning how to manage the immense faith residing within the Three Deceits Cult, as he could no longer absorb it himself. A true powerhouse, he believed, must rely on their own strength. While his current use of faith to fortify his Heart and Spirit seemed unhindered, it was likely due to the limited quantity absorbed. To consume the entirety of the Tri-Deity Cult's faith would be an immeasurable undertaking. Becoming ensnared by faith, existing solely by its sustenance, would irrevocably sever his path to becoming a true powerhouse – a fate Su Tu vehemently wished to avoid. His simulations of the future via the Inference of Heaven had revealed numerous scenarios where he was shackled by faith, prompting a moment of profound contemplation. Suddenly, the words of Bone Father and Blood Mother from their earlier outburst echoed in his mind. Muddy World, unlike them, was immune to the poison of faith and could recklessly consume its Power. Su Tu had initially believed he could leverage Muddy World to find a solution. However, Muddy World had long since been absorbed by Bone Father and Blood Mother, existing merely as a concept that the Three Deceits Cult actively corroded. Had this concept not solidified into a physical form, occupied by his own consciousness, even that ephemeral remnant would have... Hmm?? No!! This vessel he now inhabited was it not the materialized power of Muddy World? If so, did this body still retain the capacity to withstand faith? Su Tu jolted to awareness, preparing to delve inward. Just then, a sudden violent tremor shook the surroundings! Bang!! Gurgle~~ Splosh!! This peculiar space began to emanate a terrifying cacophony as colossal bubbles of blood and flesh emerged upon its surface. The instant these bubbles materialized, they commenced bursting en masse, unleashing torrential downpours of blood and flesh. "Hahahahaha!!!" "Come!! You have finally arrived, my child; I knew you wouldn't disappoint me!" The blood and flesh cascaded like a deluge, pouring unrestrainedly upon Blood Mother and Bone Father. Su Tu's expression shifted slightly as he realized he had lost control over the powers wielded by Bone Father and Blood Mother. Crackle crackle~ Blood soaked Bone Father's being, which had been reduced to a minuscule, trembling bone fragment, bringing its tremors to a halt. In an instant, Bone Father's body rapidly expanded, the blood infusing him and allowing him to instantly revert to his original form. "Useless! You have only just begun your actions!" Bone Father bellowed angrily towards the heavens, his eyes blazing with Bone Fire, fixing Su Tu with an intensely malicious gaze. At this juncture, Blood Mother also rose from the ground, her former compassionate and graceful demeanor restored. Yet, her eyes, now devoid of tenderness, betrayed an intensity of hatred and murderous intent. "Now, can you still control our powers?" Blood Mother chuckled, a hint of smugness playing on her lips. "While I do not comprehend how you wield such pure Power of Great Destruction, it is ultimately not the Great Destruction who has arrived in person. From the moment we entered the present world, we harbored a fear of the Great Destruction's revival, for should He awaken, all that we possess would become mere phantoms. After all, we originated from Him and were born of Him. But we were unwilling; we refused to accept this, so we sought out a 'child' and established this space; this space is sustained by the purest faith and hatred. Once all within this sanctuary is unleashed, the defiled faith erupts, concealing us. We were already riddled with the sores of faith and were consequently unharmed. The Great Destruction itself is so pure, thus we became severed from Him, concealed beneath the filth." Blood Mother proclaimed with pride, her gaze fixed upon Su Tu with unbridled cruelty. "We never departed this space not because we were incapable of remaining in the present world, but rather because we knew the Great Destruction would inevitably demand retribution. We..."

The Blood Mother and Bone Father vocalized in unison, their resonant voices echoing.

"We have eagerly awaited this moment!!"

"We have eagerly awaited this moment!!"

Su Tu understood these two were not speaking falsely, as he found himself truly powerless to control the abilities of his Bone Father and Blood Mother.

Furthermore, following the spill of blood, the auras of the Bone Father and Blood Mother intensified, becoming even more formidable and intimidating.

"Chen Yuan, Chen Yuan..."

A chilling glint flickered in Su Tu’s eyes.

Chen Yuan had previously asserted that this realm was constructed from countless versions of himself. Earlier, when the Bone Father and Blood Mother were pushed to such extremes, this anomaly had not surfaced, indicating that this power surpassed their command.

The identity of the one pulling the strings was, naturally, self-evident.

At this very instant.

Outside the somber facade of the Church, every follower, including the three Archbishops, knelt in devoted supplication, a potent and unalloyed stream of faith beginning to surge.

Chen Yuan traversed the air, his gaze surveying all from above.

He uttered softly.

"All congregations of the Tri-Deity Cult, all devoted followers of the Tri-Deity, raise your hymns in anticipation of the divine arrival!!"

As his gentle words descended, across myriad galaxies, innumerable clandestine leaders of the Tri-Deity Cult’s various branches perceived his decree.

They looked with a mixture of elation and trepidation towards the assembled, long-awaiting faithful.

"Offer your hymns for the advent of our divine being!!!"

"All for the Tri-Deity!!"

"All, for the Tri-Deity!!!"

Regardless of the congregation's size, their standing, or their location within the vast Star River, every believer of the Tri-Deity commenced the solemn recitation of scripture, channeling their fervent faith.

Buzz!!!

The convergence of faith, flowing from every corner of the Star River, resembled countless tributaries merging into a great ocean, surging towards the Tri-Deity Cult.

At this juncture, the entirety of the Tri-Deity Cult appeared suffused with an unparalleled, radiant brilliance.

Even more astonishingly, Chen Yuan, the supposed leader of the Tri-Deity Sect, proceeded to walk upon this tide of faith, his steps buoyant as if he were the true sovereign of that devotion.

His countenance remained devoid of emotion, neither joy nor sorrow apparent, his eyes mirroring his name—profound as the ocean, unfathomable in their depth.

It seemed, at this moment, as though the countless followers of the Tri-Deity knelt not before their deity, but in homage to Chen Yuan himself!!

This profound devotion was not directed toward the Tri-Deity, but… was channeled for him!!

"O Harbinger of the Great Destruction, your mastery of Divine Techniques and your fundamental essence are vaster than I had ever conceived, O Heaven-Reacher."

"Yet, unidirectional devastation and annihilation are not my ultimate desire. What I yearn to witness is your divine pantheon, like savage beasts, turning upon one another in mutual slaughter,

thereby becoming the 'central course' for my grand banquet."

Chen Yuan appeared to converse with himself, yet it was as if he addressed an unseen entity.

"Precisely as, in ages past, a ‘god’ inflicted upon me."

As he concluded his declaration, Chen Yuan manipulated the Power of Faith, descending back to the earth. He passed among the devotees, seemingly unnoticed.

This was because, at this critical juncture, every believer had become utterly consumed by their faith.

Even the Red Robe and Gray Robe figures were no exception to this profound immersion.

Chen Yuan moved through the throng and arrived before the figure clad in immaculate white robes. He stooped slightly, his gaze reflecting the placid visage of Mama Liu, who appeared lost within the depths of her devotion.

"White Robe, within this Church, you are the one I trust above all others. We have been companions since our youth, yet are you truly prepared to dismantle all that we have painstakingly constructed for the sake of your student?"

Chen Yuan’s voice resonated slowly, and as his words concluded, the White Robe’s eyes snapped open abruptly, filled with an unmistakable panic.