Mystery Descends: My Exchanges Are Not Equal Chapter 1049 - 443: Divine Realm Mist! Talent Fusion!

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Previously on Mystery Descends: My Exchanges Are Not Equal...
The attempt to recruit Bodhi Zi as a Traveler failed because his True Dragon Bloodline talent reached S-Level, making him eligible only as a Guardian. Wang Teng pondered the connection between the Guardian Divine Domain and the True Dragon, while Bodhi Zi revealed his bloodline's seal was broken after reaching S-Level. Wang Teng then fused two SS-Level Bounty Tokens, activating an SS-Level Peak bounty called 'Divine Realm Mist'. This bounty involves collecting three Divine Books, solving the mystery of Hua Country mythology, and promoting Wang Teng to Guardian Hongmeng Venerable, with powerful enemies expected.

"Within the Guardian Divine Domain, individuals possessing the S-Level True Dragon Bloodline should attain the status of Guardians without further ado."

Upon uttering these words, Bodhi Zi and Liu Erlong offered slight nods of agreement.

Then, as if a new thought sparked, their expressions turned animated once more.

"Your Majesty, it appears that if we journey to the Guardian Divine Domain, a reunion with our ancestors might be possible!"

"Indeed! Your Majesty, could this perhaps represent a momentous opportunity for us?"

Wang Teng lightly shook his head, a hint of caution in his tone. "No! If my assessment is correct, the Guardian Divine Domain has already undergone a transformation; otherwise, traitors like Liu Dao and Lun Hui would never have emerged!"

"Furthermore, the bounty’s objective pertains to the Divine Realm Mist, specifically to locate the testamentary decrees of our ancient progenitors. This clearly signifies that our ancestors have mysteriously vanished. They may be in grave peril, or worse, have already perished."

As these pronouncements concluded, Bodhi Zi and his companions were visibly moved, their nods becoming more pronounced.

Wang Teng pressed on, "Therefore, until the truth behind their disappearance is brought to light, we must absolutely refrain from disclosing our lineage as descendants of those ancestors. To do so would invite utter catastrophe!"

"Even our ancestors, possessors of immense power though they were, vanished under mysterious circumstances. How could our burgeoning Celestial Court possibly withstand such formidable adversaries!"

Upon absorbing these words, a pallor spread across everyone's faces, an intangible sense of impending crisis permeating the atmosphere.

Subsequently, Bodhi Zi drew a deep breath. "Your foresight is indeed remarkably comprehensive! It seems imperative that I arrange for all disciples of the Three-Star Cave to enter into a sworn pact with you."

"Only through such a measure can everyone be compelled to maintain silence, ensuring the secrecy surrounding our Hua Country ancestors' affairs."

"Precisely, that is the most prudent course of action!"

Liu Erlong voiced his concurrence.

With the very safety of the Celestial Court hanging in the balance, no one dared to treat the matter with any degree of complacency.

At this juncture, Bodhi Zi spoke with a sense of urgency, "Your Majesty, I shall immediately convene the disciples!"

Wang Teng offered a smile and a nod. "Excellent! On a related note, there is another facet to my bounty, concerning the knowledge contained within the Divine Books of Past and Future. Do you happen to possess any insights into this matter?"

"This..."

Bodhi Zi paused, his brow furrowed in deep contemplation.

Then, a spark ignited in his eyes. "Your Majesty, I do recall something. According to ancient legends, the Celestial Emperor Clan authored The Book of Changes, which was bifurcated into three distinct sections: Zhou Yi, Lianshan Yi, and Gui Cang Yi, each imbued with profound mystique."

"Now, we are aware that Zhou Yi constitutes a page of the Current World Divine Book, and it is highly probable that Lianshan Yi and Gui Cang Yi are intrinsically linked to those other two Divine Books!"

Wang Teng's eyes gleamed upon hearing this revelation. "Indeed! Should I manage to acquire these two scriptures, the task of collecting the two Divine Books would be significantly simplified! After all, pages belonging to the same Divine Book exhibit a natural resonance. Does the Cave Master know of the current whereabouts of those two scriptures?"

Bodhi Zi responded with a rueful smile and a shake of his head. "Both Lianshan Yi and Gui Cang Yi have vanished without a trace; I am only in possession of the original text of Zhou Yi."

Liu Erlong expressed his regret. "Our Hua Country ancestors bequeathed such invaluable classics, yet two of them have inexplicably disappeared in succession; it is truly lamentable..."

Little Douzi also knitted his brows, remarking, "Indeed! If we had those two ancient texts, it would greatly facilitate the Master's quest for the Divine Books of Past and Future."

A similar expression of regret settled upon Wang Teng's face.

The mechanism of Unequal Exchange necessitated both the target's name and its owner; mere knowledge of a scripture's title might prove insufficient.

Just then, as if a new idea had occurred to him, Bodhi Zi spoke again, "Ah, Your Majesty, I have encountered certain folklore, though I cannot vouch for its veracity?"

"Pray, share it," Wang Teng prompted.

"Rumors suggest that the disappearance of our Hua Country's classical texts may be connected to the Western Hundred Coloured People. Consequently, formidable figures have emerged from the West, such as True Lord and Satan."

Wang Teng gave a slight nod, his gaze involuntarily drawn towards the map of the Sixth Division.

On that map, a solitary green dot captured his attention.

It represented Matthew of the Divine Kingdom of Light!

He wondered if any information regarding the two great scriptures could be gleaned from him.

"Master, the map indicates that the green and blue factions have forged a complete alliance!"

Feng Xi also directed his attention to the Sixth Division map.

The markers for Jiang Taichu and Taishi were converged, their combined force advancing towards the Celestial Maiden Race.

Judging by their proximity, it seemed a confrontation was imminent!

Moreover, forces originating from the Eighth and Tenth Divisions had also penetrated the boundaries of the Sixth Division, proceeding in the direction of the Celestial Maiden Race.

In light of these converging movements, the Celestial Maiden Race appeared to be facing an imminent crisis!

With this in mind, he declared, "Everyone, hurry up and complete your tasks! The grand battle in the Sixth Division must not be missed by any of us! That battle could very well be the decisive encounter of this round of the competition!"

The senior members became enthusiastic upon hearing this!

"Your Majesty, I shall immediately assemble the disciples for a pact with you!"

Wang Teng lightly waved his hand, and the Four Great Water Avatars materialized.

Without delay, the four avatars departed with Bodhi Zi to commence the signing of contracts.

Subsequently, Wang Teng addressed Liu Erlong and the others, "Liu Erlong, you, along with Granny Feng Qi, Feng Xi, Little Douzi, Little Ju Mang, and Qian Lingxue, are to proceed to annex the territories of the Nine Clans in the Fifth Division with utmost speed!"

Liu Erlong and the rest acknowledged his command.

In the very next second, the entire group soared towards the Nine Clans.

Little Ju Mang divided into four, directly heading for the strongholds of four mysterious powers.

Swoosh~!

It is now time to attend to my own affairs.

With this resolution, Wang Teng transformed into a streak of white light and vanished from his original position.

Not long after, Wang Teng reappeared in the Palm Buddha Country and encountered Di Jiang.

One of his Fission Bodies was occupied with administering the Experience Divine Pill to the young one.

Throughout this period, Di Jiang had already ingested more than a dozen Experience Divine Pills, propelling his level to Level 11.

His combat power had surged to an impressive 4.3 billion.