The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3174 - 3169: Mountain and River Destruction Map?_1

The Mountain and River Destruction Map had been his companion since his youth. However, as time passed and his power grew, its utility seemed to diminish, leading him to set it aside and rarely call upon its strength.

Initially, he assumed the map had become less effective simply because his cultivation level had surpassed its capabilities.

Now, he realized that assumption was incorrect.

Han Bo’s recent explanation had shed new light on the matter.

Experts in the Heaven-appointed Realm possess the ability to craft world embryos and even entire complete worlds.

When Yang Chen compared this to the sensations he experienced within the Sword Servant World, he felt an increasing certainty that the Mountain and River Destruction Map was not merely a treasure, but an actual world!

The more he contemplated this, the more plausible it became.

While the idea had crossed his mind before, he lacked the evidence to confirm it until now.

Of course, the map currently lacked life. Based on Han Bo’s descriptions, it was likely still in the state of a world embryo.

"It seems Elder Hua Qingfeng’s supposed transformation into a feather upon leaving this treasure behind was merely a facade," Yang Chen mused, shaking his head. "I once thought he had ascended to a different interface, but it appears he likely exhausted his life’s essence creating this world embryo, leaving it to posterity because he could no longer advance."

A world embryo was capable of draining the entire energy reserves of a Heaven-appointed Realm master.

The ability of the Mountain and River Destruction Map to allow a user to merge with landscapes, or even the sun and moon, was a feat no ordinary divine weapon could replicate.

Only this specific map possessed such profound properties.

Yet, the map’s true potential had always remained out of his reach.

The reason was simple: it was Hua Qingfeng’s world. Such world-level power was reserved for those in the Heaven-appointed Realm. How could a mere Boundaryless cultivator like himself hope to master or fully unleash the power contained within?

"Elder Hua Qingfeng reached such an incredible height back then..." Yang Chen sighed, filled with emotion.

He had previously estimated Hua Qingfeng’s cultivation to be at the Heaven-separated Realm at most.

With this new realization, several lingering mysteries began to make sense.

It explained why the map focused on suppression rather than direct offensive power, and how it was capable of containing vast rivers and mountains within itself.

"If that is the case, the Artifact Spirit of the map is likely a being left behind by Senior Hua Qingfeng. I must find time to communicate properly with it," Yang Chen decided.

However, the present moment was not the time for such things.

His current priority was the Seven-colored Colored Glaze Mine.

If the map truly was a world embryo, then the minerals from that mine would be of unimaginable value to its development.

Yang Chen carefully suppressed these thoughts, hiding his excitement.

The existence of a world embryo had to remain a strict secret. The lure of such an item would be far too great for any Heavenly Fate Realm expert to resist.

...

Two days passed quickly.

Yang Chen arrived at the designated meeting point to join Han Bo and Lin Tianyi.

Scanning the group, he asked with a hint of confusion, "Where is Ji Yue Shuang? Is she not joining us?"

Lin Tianyi gave a short laugh. "She desperately wanted to come, but we turned her down. She’s currently sulking back in her room."

"Our Junior Sister is certainly capable, but this mission is too perilous. With so many Heaven-separated Realm experts and various foreign clans involved, we simply couldn't justify the risk," Lin Tianyi added, shaking his head slightly.

Yang Chen offered a wry smile, understanding their protective instincts. Despite her strength, she would be vulnerable once they reached the deeper levels where her senior brothers couldn't easily protect her. They preferred her anger over her potential demise.

For Yang Chen, her absence changed little regarding his own plans.

After a brief exchange, the trio led their contingent toward the Colored Glaze Mine.

During the journey, Yang Chen gathered more specifics about their destination.

Possession of a Colored Glaze Mine was the only way to access the subterranean depths of Bi Shuangxing; it served as the essential gateway to the planet's core.

The human forces controlled one such mine.

This particular site was under the collective protection of the three titans: Heavenly Melody Mountain, the Divine Night Sect, and the Grand Abyss Palace.

It was toward this shared stronghold that Yang Chen’s party traveled.

Yang Chen also took the time to familiarize himself with his companions.

Beyond Han Bo and Lin Tianyi, over a dozen Heaven-separated Realm experts were already stationed at the mine's entrance.

Their current group also included dozens of Boundaryless cultivators, including Guo Huaian, a face Yang Chen recognized.

Han Bo and Lin Tianyi had explicitly designated Yang Chen as the leader of these Boundaryless cultivators.

Yang Chen had tried to decline the responsibility, but his objections were overruled.

Within the time it takes to finish a cup of tea, the group reached the vibrant, shimmering expanse of the Colored Glaze Mine.

The area was swarming with soldiers.

The distinct camps of the Divine Night Sect, Heavenly Melody Mountain, and Grand Abyss Palace were clearly visible, each maintaining their own sector of the perimeter.

Han Bo led their group into the Divine Night Sect’s designated zone.

Upon their arrival, several Heaven-separated Realm experts approached them with welcoming smiles. "Brother Han Bo, you’ve arrived! And Brother Yang Chen is with you. It is a pleasure to have you join us, Brother Yang Chen."

The other high-level cultivators nodded in greeting, showing Yang Chen a surprising amount of respect.

Yang Chen responded immediately by cupping his hands in a polite salute.

The members of the Divine Night Sect appeared largely harmonious; while true trust was rare, they were at least free of blatant internal conflict.

"Brother Gao Ming, how long until the Sky Cave opens completely?" Han Bo inquired.

"Roughly two days," Gao Ming replied. "The Heaven-separated Realm experts among us already have a strategy. How do the Boundaryless cultivators plan to proceed?"

"About that..." Han Bo turned his gaze toward Yang Chen. "Brother Yang Chen, the depths of Bi Shuangxing are vast and the environment is unpredictable. Clashes over Seven-colored Colored Glaze Mines can erupt at any moment. Will you be acting independently, or will you take charge of this Boundaryless group?"

The eyes of every Boundaryless cultivator turned to Yang Chen, awaiting his answer.

After a moment of careful consideration, Yang Chen spoke humbly. "Senior Han Bo, fellow cultivators, it isn’t that I wish to avoid my duties, but I am truly not fit for command. I may have survived a few battles, but I lack the years and experience to lead. I ask that you appoint someone more seasoned for this role, Senior Han Bo."