Previously on Mystery Descends: My Exchanges Are Not Equal...
Wang Teng achieved a new title, Supreme Celestial Patrol, after meeting a combat power requirement. Meanwhile, his subordinates in the Celestial Court and Three-Star Cave saw significant strength boosts. Bodhi Zi expressed interest in becoming one of Wang Teng's Wanderers, while Granny Feng Qi worried about Wang Teng's safety. Wang Teng then unexpectedly returned.
Bodhi Zi offered a smile as he revealed a scroll. An aura of primordial chaos emanated from it the instant it materialized.
“Is that truly Zhou Yi?!” Wang Teng expressed his surprise. Being a citizen of Hua Country, Wang Teng was certainly aware of Zhou Yi’s significance. How peculiar! How could a page from the Current World Divine Book manifest as Zhou Yi?
Bodhi Zi chuckled lightly. “My Zhou Yi is an original, ancestral copy. Most later versions are merely its reproductions.”
“At first, I dismissed it as merely an antique. However, after arriving in this world, I unexpectedly broke its seal and discovered it to be a Middle-Grade Divine Tier Heaven and Earth Wondrous Object!”
Those nearby were astonished. Liu Erlong was even more taken aback. “Middle-Grade Divine Tier?! But in our former world, we couldn’t even fly or roam freely. We were ordinary people; how could we possess such a Divine Object?”
Wang Teng inhaled deeply. “That’s not necessarily true! Legends speak of powerful figures in ancient times who could soar through the skies and pluck the sun and moon.”
Liu Erlong’s eyes widened in disbelief. “Uh~! Weren’t those just myths and legends? Could it be…” Her eyes suddenly gleamed with realization.
Soon after, she looked at Wang Teng in shock. “Your Majesty, are you suggesting that the ancient myths from our previous world might actually be historical fact?”
Wang Teng mused, “It’s merely a conjecture! However, the existence of such a Middle-Grade Divine Tier Heaven and Earth Wondrous Object in our ancestors’ possession must be connected to something.”
Bodhi Zi nodded slightly. “I believe so too! Perhaps the origins of our ancestors are far grander than we can imagine!”
The discussion piqued everyone’s interest.
At that moment, Liu Erlong added, “It’s said that Zhou Yi was written by King Wen of Zhou. Could its background be more intricate?”
Bodhi Zi pondered. “Actually, this book wasn’t authored by King Wen of Zhou. Its origin traces back to the era of the Celestial Emperor Clan, far earlier than King Wen’s time!”
Liu Erlong gasped. “You mean the Primordial Celestial Emperor, one of the three emperors from our tribe’s Celestial Emperor Clan?!”
Bodhi Zi sighed. “Precisely!”
Liu Erlong was astonished yet again. “How incredible! By the way, Cave Master, how is this Zhou Yi so miraculous? Could you demonstrate?”
Bodhi Zi readily agreed. “Of course!”
The moment he spoke, he reached out and gently stroked the Zhou Yi.
*Buzz~*
In the next second, the Zhou Yi erupted with spiritual light. Its form writhed and transformed, solidifying into a thin page that radiated a dazzling golden glow.
The Divine Page was inscribed with intricate Divine Runes, each character emitting a divine light that conveyed an extraordinary sense of grandeur!
The crowd couldn't resist activating their Detection Arts...
[Current World Divine Book Middle Page: Middle-Grade Divine Tier, Heaven and Earth Wondrous Object]
*Boom~*
Upon witnessing this, everyone was utterly shaken!
“My heavens! Isn’t this the middle page of the Current World Divine Book?!”
“Master, this is the middle page you’ve been searching for!”
At this moment, overwhelming joy washed over everyone!
They all knew that one of Wang Teng’s most desired items was precisely this middle page of the Current World Divine Book.
Wang Teng’s eyes also gleamed with delight!
He had confirmation at last!
The Zhou Yi in Bodhi Zi’s possession was indeed the very middle page of the Current World Divine Book he had been seeking.
Bodhi Zi appeared astonished. “Realm Master Wang Teng, are you in search of this middle page of the Current World Divine Book?”
Wang Teng did not conceal his intention. “That’s correct! I possess the upper and lower pages of the Current World Divine Book.”
With those words, Wang Teng gestured.
In the ensuing second, two mysterious book pages, pulsing with peculiar golden light, floated in his palm.
The apparition of the two pages was accompanied by brilliant radiance, exuding an astounding aura.
That aura was precisely identical to the middle page Bodhi Zi held.
Bodhi Zi was utterly stunned!
They were indeed the upper and lower pages of the Current World Divine Book!
It took him a moment to recover and he couldn't help but swallow.
He then took a deep breath and looked toward Wang Teng.
“Realm Master, did you transport these two divine pages from Hua Country?”
Wang Teng shook his head slightly. “No! I acquired them within this world!”
There was one additional detail he omitted. These two divine pages were obtained from two traitors of the Guardian Divine Domain.
“So, that’s how it is!”
Bodhi Zi pondered for a moment. “Realm Master, I am willing to offer you the middle page! However, I do have a small request.”
As soon as these words were spoken, Wang Teng’s eyes lit up.
He had not anticipated Bodhi Zi's directness, truly intending to hand over the middle page.
Without delay, he declared, "Cave Master, state your request freely."
Bodhi Zi took a profound breath. "I humbly request to become your Wanderer."
Upon hearing this, Wang Teng's smile widened. "That's a simple matter!"
Bodhi Zi's elation was palpable. "You agree?"
"Naturally!"
"Thank you, Realm Master!"
Bodhi Zi was utterly thrilled!
He then swiftly took the middle page of the Current World Divine Book, his hand gently caressing its surface...
Buzz~
As his fingers brushed across it, the page erupted in dazzling golden light, its aura becoming exceptionally potent!
Puff~
In the very next second, a soft sound emanated from within the divine page, and its spiritual radiance rapidly began to dim!
It turned out that Bodhi Zi was removing his Soul Seal from the sacred page.
Following this, Bodhi Zi respectfully presented the page with both hands.
"The Soul Seal has been removed! This middle page is now ownerless; please accept it!"
"Excellent!"
Wang Teng accepted the divine page without any hesitation.
Now, he possessed all three pages!
Once combined, he would obtain the Upper-Grade Divine Tier's Current World Divine Book!
This thought filled Wang Teng's heart with eager anticipation.
Subsequently, he stored away all the divine pages and produced a Middle-Grade Divine Tier weapon, alongside a Low-Grade Battle Armor.
These were the spoils he had acquired from Liu Dao Ancestor.
Wang Teng gestured, and both the Divine Sword and Battle Armor flew towards Bodhi Zi.
"Cave Master, this is for you!"
"Ah! This..."
Upon beholding the Divine Sword and Battle Armor, Bodhi Zi appeared somewhat stunned.
He accepted them numbly.
Regaining his composure, he exclaimed, "Realm Master, I offered you the middle page voluntarily, not as a transaction for these items."
Wang Teng offered a slight smile. "These two Divine Artifacts will considerably boost your combat prowess. I do not take without giving in return."
Bodhi Zi inquired with a hint of concern, "Then... does your offer to accept me as a Wanderer still stand?"
Wang Teng chuckled. "Of course!"
Bodhi Zi was overjoyed, gratefully securing the treasures, his heart overflowing with gratitude.
Previously, with only the Current World Divine Page, he could gain 40 million combat power.
Now, equipped with a Middle-Grade Divine Tier weapon and Low-Grade Divine Armor, he could accumulate an additional 60 million combat power.
Contemplating this, Bodhi Zi's respect for Wang Teng ascended to an unprecedented pinnacle.
He then gazed at Wang Teng with profound reverence.
"Realm Master, please finalize the contract with me to make me your Wanderer!"
"Very well!"
Without hesitation, Wang Teng drew blood from his finger and inscribed a Blood Talisman in the air.
Then, with a flick of his finger, he directed the Blood Talisman towards Bodhi Zi's brow, where it vanished instantly.
Boom~
In the subsequent moment, Bodhi Zi's entire body trembled, a resonance echoing deep within his soul.
[Lord-Vassal Contract successfully concluded!]
Acknowledging the notification, Wang Teng smiled at Bodhi Zi.
"Next, I shall formally recruit you as the Human World Traveler!"
Bodhi Zi, beaming with delight, respectfully closed his eyes.
Buzz~
In the ensuing second, the previously condensed Wanderer's Mark began to slowly meld into Bodhi Zi's brow from Wang Teng's fingertip...
Boom~ Rumble~ Rumble~
A powerful tremor shook the very heavens and earth!
The laws governing heaven and earth quivered subtly!
The Wanderer's Mark was gradually integrating into Bodhi Zi's brow...
However, in the very next moment, an unexpected anomaly abruptly occurred!
Buzz~
The Wanderer's Mark flared brilliantly with golden radiance, trembling violently!
Crack~
In the ensuing instant, the Divine Seal suddenly fractured, dissolving into starlight that slowly dissipated!
