Star Odyssey

Chapter 1614: Gaining Control

Ku Wei looked up, his face pale, Master, you still aren’t making your move? This guy’s an Envoy! Your disciple can’t deal with this!

Cang Zhou’s palm slammed down, but suddenly, flying flowers and willow leaves appeared around him and trapped him.

The man’s expression changed drastically. "Who is so presumptuous on my Chaosgod Mountain? Come out and face me!"

As Cang Zhou spoke, his powerful aura swept through the void, drifting up from the bottom of Chaosgod Mountain and igniting the entire mountain. The mountain did not burn with true flames, but instead it was the visual result of an explosive power that had shattered the void. It also resulted in a terrifyingly hot gas forming, and the attack shifted between the visible and the true universes.

Cang Zhou's attack created countless eruptions of energy that tore across the top of Chaosgod Mountain. The mountain was completely covered by the spatial tears that looked like a black hole.

The willow leaves and flying flowers were destroyed.

Liu Ye and Fei Hua both emerged from the void with solemn expressions. “That’s a truly impressive level of physical might, but you still can't escape."

The two then worked together. Their cooperation resulted in a greater strength than just one plus one, and Cang Zhou's movement were quickly restricted.

The master of Chaosgod Mountain stared at Liu Ye and Fei Hua before moving his hands and causing countless flames to shoot towards the two Envoys. Pressure burst out, and it crushed both the colossal giants and Chaosgod Mountain’s disciples to the ground where they all trembled in fear. This was the power of an Envoy. No, this was the power of an elite Envoy. The strength caused the entire mountain to shudder and ripple effects spread out throughout Chaos Flowzone, stirring up the nearby universe.

At the same time, nine lined battle force shrouded Cang Zhou's body, causing his strength to rise further than ever.

Liu Ye and Fei Hua looked at each other. They each were about as strong as Cang Zhao, but when working together, the two of them were able to match up to an Envoy who had passed five stellular tribulations, and were able to defeat four tribulation powerhouses. Clearly, Chang Zhou could not reach this level of strength, but he was still a difficult opponent to lock down. It would be easy for the couple to defeat the master of Chaosgod Mountain, but they would struggle to capture him. Still, it was within their means.

Within the black dome, Lu Yin emerged from the void and looked up.

Above him, there were several Chaosgod Mountain disciples attacking a colossal giant with the strength of an Enlighter.

Lu Yin's face gradually changed back to his own.

One disciple watched as this happened, and his expression twisted with fear as he screamed, "Lu - Yin!"

His yell startled many people, and many other disciples, including Cang Shi, turned and saw Lu Yin.

Many things pieced together in Cang Shi’s mind after he saw Lu Yin. Everything that was happening had to be related to this person.

Lu Yin had a reputation not only for being the most powerful member of his generation, but also for being an ambitious leader. He had appeared quietly while the giant had been rioting, so even a fool would realize that Lu Yin was related to the chaos.

"Lu Yin, what have you done?" An old man rushed at Lu Yin and attacked him with a long ax. The man’s body had six lined battle force wrapped around it.

However, Lu Yin did not even look at the man or his ax. Instead, his spiritual force swept through the area, stunning many Chaosgod Mountain disciples. They swayed on their feet or collapsed to the ground, but they were unable to retain control of their own bodies. The old man in front of Lu Yin also crumpled to the ground.

Spiritual force was the weakness of Chaosgod Mountain’s cultivators, and Lu Yin's spiritual force had become very powerful.

He looked up and locked eyes onto Cang Zhou, and then Lu Yin’s focus heightened: Daynight Praises.

Cang Zhou was in the process of wildly attacking Liu Ye and Fei Hua in an attempt to break free of the two Envoys, but suddenly his brain was rattled, and it caused his movements to falter. At that moment, Liu Ye and Fei Hua both suddenly retreated before willow leaves and floating flowers appeared. Cang Zhou was completely restrained, and he fell down to the top of the black dome.

Cang Zhou glared in fury at his attackers, but he was unable to free himself.

Liu Ye and Fei Hua both landed on the ground. They maintained their vigilance against their captured opponent.

"Who are you? Why are you attacking my Chaosgod Mountain?" Cang Zhou shouted he glared at the two other Envoys with murder in his eyes.

Footsteps could be heard from behind the captured Envoy. "Senior Cang Zhou, it's been a long time. This junior, Lu Yin, greets you."

Cang Zhou's face betrayed his startlement, and he slowly turned his head to see a familiar-looking person walking over.action

There was a small smile on Lu Yin’s face. "Even though it’s already been a few years, Senior still has the same attitude as ever."

Cang Zhou roared, "This old man knew there was no way you had settled down! I should’ve killed you in Chaos Flowzone back then!"

"Senior, even if you go back in time with perfect foresight, you still would never have been able to kill me two years ago." Lu Yin laughed.

Cang Zhou glared at Lu Yin. "You planned the colossal giants’ riot in order to force me to lock down Chaosgod Mountain and seal this place to isolate us. If you want to secretly control my Chaosgod Mountain, you’re dreaming! My Chaosgod Mountain has no cowards! Not one of us is afraid of death."

The man had almost instantly understood the entire situation. He only regret was not understanding the truth sooner, as his actions had actually helped Lu Yin.

Lu Yin nodded. "This junior understands the struggles that Chaosgod Mountain’s disciples endure, and I’m also aware that your people are not afraid of death. However, since this junior is already here, I refuse to leave empty-handed."

"What do you want?" Cang Zhou gritted his teeth as he stared at Lu Yin.

The greatest regret in Cang Zhou’s mind at this moment was not pushing to carry out the Purge when the chance had arisen. Why had he listened to this youth’s deceptive words back then? That moment had led to the destruction of Chaosgod Mountain! Lu Yin had already taken control of one of the ruling powers of the major flowzones.

Ku Wei shrank himself down and moved to Lu Yin's side. His breath was ragged as he greeted Lu Yin, "Master."

Just as Lu Yin was about to reply, he sensed runes moving. He turned his head back around to look see what was happening, and he saw that Cang Yi, who supposedly had been left lying on the ground badly wounded, had somewhat recovered and was fleeing.

Lu Yin raised a hand and flicked a finger. A powerful gust of wind shot through the void, and even entered the true universe before finally piercing through Cang Yi's legs. The man fell with a scream.

Cang Zhou saw the entire exchange, and his expression changed dramatically as he gazed at Lu Yin in disbelief. "You- your strength?"

"You little shit, you still want to run away? Master, that kid beat me up for an entire day! His name Cang Yi, and today, Brother Wei is going to rip off his bird wings!"1 Ku Wei angrily declared.

Cang Yi? Lu Yin raised a hand to hold Ku Wei back even as he looked over at Cang Yi, who had been left in a miserable state some distance away. Lu Yin became quite interested, as this person was actually one of his primary targets in Chaosgod Mountain. He had not expected to find the person so quickly. Fortunately, Lu Yin had not attacked Cang Yi with much strength. “Go get him and bring him to me. Don’t hurt him any further, as he’s of use to me."

Ku Wei grew curious. "Master, what use do you have for that kid?"

"Just go," Lu Yin whispered.

Ku Wei nodded and moved towards Cang Yi.

Cang Zhou was confused, and he looked at Cang Yi as he was captured where he had fallen. "Lu Yin, what is it that you want? Do you want my Chaosgod Mountain to join your Great Eastern Alliance? That’s impossible!"

Lu Yin waved a hand dismissively. "Liu Ye, you can take care of him, so please keep a close eye on him."

Cang Zhou shouted, "Lu Yin, no one in all of Chaosgod Mountain is afraid of death, but we can still cooperate with you! We will never move against your Great Eastern Alliance. Even if all of your Great Eastern Alliance moves into the Innerverse, Chaos Flowzone will still give you a place to stay."

Lu Yin just waved a hand to have Liu Ye take Cang Zhou away.

All of the other humans from Chaosgod Mountain were also rounded up by the giants, including Cang Song, who had almost died. There was another elder with a power level of more than 300,000 who had been unluck enough to have been stomped to death by the giants.

Everyone pulled back to allow Lu Yin the privacy to speak with Cang Yi alone.

Cang Yi was lying on the ground with both of his legs destroyed. He had suffered grave injuries after being attacked by Ku Wei’s Finger Tap, and he was essentially only a breath away from death.

"I can let you live and have a good life," Lu Yin slowly offered.

Cang Yi looked up, and his eyes flickered. "What do you want from me?"

Lu Yin squatted down and stared at the man. "Will you agree or not?"

"I’ll agree," Cang Yi struggled to speak.

Lu Yin laughed. "Cang Zhou told me that Chaosgod Mountain disciples don’t fear death, and yet you didn’t even put up any sort of struggle; why?"

Cang Yi’s voice grew bitter, "Living is better than dying. Alliance Leader Lu, you’ve worked so hard to gain control of Chaosgod Mountain, so how could you ever leave with nothing? Even if I die, other Chaosgod Mountain disciples will surrender to you and become your puppets."

Lu Yin nodded as he exclaimed, "I think the same. As expected of one of the Fifth Mainland’s rare traitors who’s turned to the Technocracy."

Cang Yi stood rooted to the spot in horror the moment he heard Lu Yin’s words.. It was as though he had been struck by lightning on a cloudless day. He stared at Lu Yin in a daze. This revelation was completely beyond belief.

Lu Yin smiled. "What? Is it so strange for me to know about that? It’s not just you, but also many others from throughout the Innerverse who have turned to the Technocracy. No, I should say the Sixth Mainland. I know about many of you; why else do you think I spared you just now? The only reason for me to leave you alive is because I know that you’re afraid of death and someone who’s already become a traitor has no lines that they won’t cross.” At the end, Lu Yin stretched out a hand and grabbed hold of Cang Yi’s hair, and his voice became icy cold.

Cang Yi hung his head as sweat dripped down. Blood and sweat mixed together, and his mouth was dry. He had no idea how to respond.

Lu Yin released his grip and took out an Enhanced pill that he stuffed into Cang Yi's mouth. "Tell me: who do you serve? You should be aware that your only path to survival is to beg me for mercy, or else you’ll quickly find yourself dead, especially because there are many other traitors in the Innerverse. No one will care if one of you dies. Why else do you think the Xun family was wiped out? There’s also Wen Zhaocheng.”

Cang Yi’s heart fell the moment he heard Wen Zhaocheng's name. He closed his eyes and twice. "Madam Hong."

Lu Yin's eyes flashed. "Flying Horse Manor’s Madam Hong?"

Cang Yi nodded. "More than ten years ago, just when the Inner and Outerverse had become separated and the Sixth Mainland had started its invasion. Back then, all I knew was that the person who gave me my orders was Madam Hong, an elder from the Sixth Mainland's Daosource Sect. My orders were always given in the Technocracy’s First Edition City."

The Technocracy’s First Edition City was absolutely massive. It had been built by the Technocracy’s Master Brain, but was controlled by the Sixth Mainland. It had been the base from which the Sixth Mainland had launched their assault on Endless Weave. It was a place that had been at war with the Human Domain for countless years.

Cang Yi had betrayed the Human Domain and joined the Technocracy. It was only natural for him to have been based out of that particular city, but Lu Yin had not expected that Cang Yi would be controlled directly by the Sixth Mainland’s Daosource Sect.

It looked like it had not been Flying Horse Manor who had made Cang Yi become a turncoat, but rather the Sixth Mainland’s Daosource Sect. Madam Hong had not been acting as part of Flying Horse Manor, but as a protector of the Daosource Sect.

"When the Sixth Mainland invaded, people from the Grand Martial Realm were able to easily slaughter countless cultivators from the Innerverse and they even managed to seize control of Chaos Flowzone. Flying Horse Manor even destroyed Astral-3; were you involved in any of this?" Lu Yin asked.

Cang Yi's expression changed. "I had nothing to do with any of that! A- all I did was tell Madam Hong where Astral-3 could be found, but I had nothing to do with anything that happened!"

Lu Yin's eyes turned icy cold. At this moment, he contemplated killing Cang Yi immediately. The Astral Combat Academy’s Astral-3 had been destroyed, and their headmaster had been killed by Flying Horse Manor. Many of the students had been captured, and then used as bait to lure out Innerverse cultivators who tried to rescue the students. If not for Lu Yin’s arrival, all of those people would have eventually been killed.

[1] Cang Yi = Azure Wings. Tear of his "wings" is said with the intention of bringing Cang Yi down (from his overinflated ego). ☜