Martial Arts Genius with Proficiency System Chapter 971 - 430: Karma Like a Crown, All Beings as Prisoners, the Daluo Lie, and a Ruined Eternity (Part 2)

Yet, as if showing a sliver of compassion, he did not inflict the same brutality upon his own kind as he did the Foreign Race. Though every blow was fatal, he ensured their corpses remained whole.

With the relentless pace of the slaughter, the murderous aura emanating from his eyes grew, and even World Light seemed to perceive it, a faint smirk gracing the corners of his mouth.

"Amitabha, why does the esteemed benefactor feign ignorance? As the solitary 'Immortal' untouched by this world, and having witnessed eons of reincarnation, have you not already unearthed the answer within your own being?"

Jia Xun’s voice resonated with compassion, his gaze sweeping over the carnage unfolding within the illuminated screen, his eyes betraying neither sorrow nor delight.

However, the moment his words concluded, World Light’s demeanor abruptly soured.

"Do you truly entertain the notion that this world possesses the capacity to birth a being capable of transcending annihilation?"

"Cease this jesting!! Such a concept is naught but a falsehood. Among the myriad dimensions, only the Origin World of the Human Race holds the qualification to bring forth a Daluo. And those who overcome extinction must surpass even the existence of a Daluo—how could such an entity possibly emerge from this mere Star River? Even trapped within the cycle of endless reincarnation, it remains an impossibility!!"

World Light directed his gaze at Jia Xun, as if finding a long-awaited outlet for his pent-up emotions, his voice laced with an almost unbearable degree of madness.

"I am aware that Daluo perceive and comprehend all cause and effect, that the river of time is but a gentle current within their grasp, but that was in times past!! Now, they can scarcely defend themselves. The Dao has twisted into something sinister, giving rise to malevolent forces that wield power on par with the Dao itself."

"The Dao of the Origin World is the true Dao, the genesis from which all infinite dimensions spring. All manifested Daos across All Realms are but reflections of that primeval Dao. When such a profound Dao awakens to sentience and desires to obliterate all existence, I cannot even conceive of what entity could possibly stand against it! Not even a Daluo would suffice! Perhaps those Daluo have already been corrupted, tainted by these ominous forces, which explains their creation of such a preposterous world! A predator, a ravenous shark born from the vast ocean, yet they endeavor to nurture beings within a mere fishbowl to combat it—is this not the very definition of a fool’s delusion?"

World Light bellowed, his voice echoing with fury.

Before him, Jia Xun simply uttered the Buddha’s name with gentle humility, engaging in no debate whatsoever from beginning to end.

After unleashing his torrent of emotions, World Light gradually regained his composure, the fiery anger within him subsiding into an profound, unspeakable sorrow.

"The thoughts of the mighty can reshape the entirety of a weaker being’s existence, and a simultaneous disturbance among the Daluo could plunge this universe into an eternal cataclysm..."

"Master, the Buddhist Sect espouses the principle that good deeds yield good, and wicked deeds yield wickedness. Then tell me, we lost our forms, our identities, branded as Void Spirits by our former allies and subjected to relentless pursuit. New generations arise, ignorant of their names, their very race, confused and resembling beasts. All of this stems from your arrival. What transgression have we committed to deserve such a fate?"

As World Light spoke, the spectral, colossal tree slowly faded, replaced by an endless expanse of Star River, populated by countless diverse races.

Serene and harmonious, this Star River appeared utterly devoid of warfare or strife.

A vista as breathtakingly beautiful as a painted masterpiece.

And yet...

Boom!!!

The very fabric of the Star River shuddered as a singularity tore open, engulfing the entire celestial expanse of the Star River. Following this, immense, incomprehensible figures began to materialize, observing the scene.

Their mere presence caused the entire Star River to tremble; one being idly raised a hand, instantly drawing together the most spiritually potent and sentient fragments of shattered stars scattered throughout the Star River, coalescing them into a single, azure planet.

Subsequently, another entity extended its hand, imprinting an intangible concept upon the newly formed planet.

In swift, synchronized action, these entities vanished, leaving behind only a fleeting silver luminescence that was perceived by countless races.

These beings existed far beyond the comprehension of any powerful entity within this Star River; they were incapable of grasping the purpose or actions of these supreme beings.

In the aftermath, the dominant, powerful races commenced urgent council meetings. The foremost hundred races of the Star River forged an alliance, determined to investigate the perplexing and deeply unsettling occurrences.

Later, these formidable beings succeeded in locating the azure planet.

What transpired next was even more astonishing: in less than three days, a civilization unlike any ever witnessed spontaneously emerged on the planet.

The High Priest of the Fate-controlling Race, renowned for their unparalleled skill in discerning fortune, emitted a heart-wrenching cry upon discovering that the collective destiny of the entire Star River was rapidly being drawn towards this anomalous race.

This race, referring to themselves as the Human Race, insignificant as ants, found themselves repelled and constrained by the inherent limitations of the Star River, unable to cultivate Qi. Yet, the concept of their accumulating fortune was so abstract and profoundly disturbing.

A race capable of drawing the aggregated fortune of an entire Star River could not be permitted to persist!!

Without a moment’s hesitation, the numerous powerful entities who had discovered this place resolved to utterly annihilate all life on Blue Star.

However, before their destructive plans could be set into motion...

Buzz!!!

From the 'Blue Star,' a boundless, radiant light erupted. An Immortal Ship, awash in unending brilliance, pierced the void, exuding an aura reminiscent of those terrifying shadowy figures from before.

At that moment, all powerful beings sensed an impending threat. The impressions left by those entities were too profound; they would have avoided a confrontation if possible.

However, the survival of the Star River was at stake. They were compelled to face this danger, even when confronting beings whose strength far exceeded their imagination.

The Immortal Ship came to a halt in the void. Its door opened gently, releasing mystical mist. Yet, what emerged before them were not fearsome entities.

Instead, they were small, meatball-like creatures—infant humans, each radiating a mysterious aura, seeming to exist between reality and illusion. Before anyone could react, they transformed into streams of light, hurtling towards the Blue Star.

With the appearance of these infants, the High Priest of the Fate-controlling Race began to tremble uncontrollably.

Because... he foresaw a future where the Star River would crumble and all existence would perish.

These minuscule beings were the origin of this impending doom.

Several experts skilled in the Heart and Spirit Technique attempted to capture the light of these infants as they transformed. One slightly slower infant was almost seized.

The infant furrowed its brows, let out a wail, and instantly, all the powerful beings felt an overwhelming surge of hatred—it was a collective sentiment gathered from all of humanity.

Such potent hatred emanating from an infant was enough to be etched into the hearts of an entire race. These infants undoubtedly harbored a profound issue. If they could be eliminated, the planet's crisis might be resolved.

Indeed, they feared those mere shadows that had nearly fractured this Star River, yet they could not stand idly by while the river marched towards extinction.

But just as they finally steeled themselves to act...

Buzz!!!

Endless silver light beamed down from beyond the void, illuminating everyone present. A force transcended the Dao and all rules.

Then, an image of an immeasurably towering figure materialized before their eyes—a colossal being entirely composed of silver, its stature beyond comprehension.

It clasped its hands together as if safeguarding something of immense importance, and upon seeing what lay within the giant's palms, they felt dizzy and nauseated.

It was their Star River!!

Yes, their entire Star River Universe was cradled within this colossal giant's hands!!

The sheer absurdity and madness of this realization were overwhelming.

"Protect, seek, guard, uphold the Dao."

"You seek to harm the 'seed,' obstructing the birthplace of one who overcomes extinction—this cannot be allowed. Daluo decrees, I cannot kill, expel!! Expel!!!"

The voice of the Silver Giant resonated like the Dao itself, wielding unimaginable power. After uttering these words, holy figures of incredible stature appeared behind the giant.

Then...

A horrifying event unfolded—everyone present began to distort, their very essence undergoing a radical change!!

Everything about them was being altered, forgotten. More terrifyingly, this transformation began to extend to all their kin through their Origin.

They desperately tried to resist, but their efforts were in vain. Within moments, all beings lost their original forms, transforming into grotesque and distorted monsters!!

"Henceforth, we lost our names, only remaining the... words Void Spirits."

World Light's emotionless voice echoed, and as the words faded, all scenes shifted once more.