Eternal Tale

Trash Island.

Chen Xun had returned to the coast, sitting quietly there, often lost in thought.

He now enjoyed sitting by the piles of trash listening to the sea, no longer as enthusiastic about the garbage recycling plant.

”The Nine Heavens Illusory Dream Star Compass.”

Chen Xun took out this magical artifact from his storage ring, resembling an array diagram, and said, ”Let’s refine it first.”

A primordial spirit emerged from his body, instantly merging into the star compass.

Chen Xun was taken aback; this transformation was even more peculiar than the Thousand Mechanism Spirit Seal. Not only was his divine sense drawn in, but even his primordial spirit was completely captivated.

At this moment, the divine light of the Five Elements suddenly appeared in the surrounding space, causing a lot of trash to be blown into the air, filling the air with a foul stench.

”My soul is completely drawn in, the primordial spirit is just a catalyst.”

Chen Xun frowned slightly, pondering how to conceal his identity, ”How was this crafted? My knowledge is indeed shallow.”He closed his eyes slightly, immersing himself fully into the Nine Heavens Illusory Dream Star Compass.

At this moment, the world became blurred and chaotic, reminiscent of the time he entered the heart demon illusion.

Stars filled the sky around him, and he seemed to stand in the void, looking around in confusion. These stars appeared alive, varying in size, all as elusive spots of light.

In Chen Xun’s eyes was reflected a dreamlike starry sky, filled with shimmering halos, yet it was a dead silence, with no sound or living creatures.

Instinctively, he donned the bandit suit, instantly transforming his aura into one of cold professionalism. As Fellow Daoist Yu had advised, one should not casually reveal their identity.

”Damn, did I transmigrate?”

Chen Xun cursed under his breath, looking bewildered, even gripping the mountain-axing axe in his hand, ”Seven million mid-grade spirit stones, for this...”

A look of pain flashed in his eyes. Was he supposed to wander this vast starry sky looking for people?

Although it seemed his primordial spirit had descended here, he couldn’t bring anything with him, making transactions impossible!

Buzz—

Suddenly, the stars around him seemed to rearrange, and a vast aura of heaven and earth swept over. Chen Xun’s expression changed slightly; he dared not resist and decided to keep a low profile.

His primordial spirit was now filled with various celestial lights, and Chen Xun felt as if he was being seen through completely.

But this will did not emanate from any living being; it was like the moment they descended into the grand world, leaving a profound impact on his heart.

After a stick of incense, the scanning finally ceased, as if confirming his identity.

At this moment, a grand celestial voice came from all directions, making Chen Xun’s primordial spirit buzz.

”Cultivator Chen Xun, human race, bone age 20, soul age 20, cultivation at the early Void Refinement phase, congratulations on officially entering the vast Taiyi grand world of immortals today!”

”The Nine Heavens Illusory Dream Star Compass will provide you with all conveniences. The path of immortality is long; let it lend you a helping hand in your quest for immortality!”

”It has been detected that your star compass is of Yellow-tier, only opening the Southern Yu Continent’s immortal path area. For a higher immortal experience, please purchase a higher-grade magical artifact.”

”You may customize your identity, appearance, and Daoist title within the star compass. Once completed, your primordial spirit can enter the stars, opening the Star Pavilion, which cannot be directly joined if hidden.”

...

At this moment, beneath Chen Xun’s feet, above his head, and all around, there was a sky full of colorful light, as if celebrating. Various strange magical patterns were even inscribed in the starry sky, quite dreamlike.

Chen Xun’s heart was in constant turmoil, even feeling a bit numb. Seeing a part reveals the whole; the power of the Nine Heavens Immortal Alliance had already exceeded his imagination, capable of creating such things.

Various messages flooded in instantly, and he stood there pondering for a long time.

Before him now was a dazzling light screen, with the energy fluctuations resonating intensely with his primordial spirit.

There were many blanks on it, to be inscribed with his primordial spirit, akin to his identity within the star compass, completely isolated from the outside world.

”No wonder Fellow Daoist Yu spoke so highly of it; the star compass is indeed extraordinary.”

Chen Xun squinted slightly, quite coldly, ”It seems it will be much easier to gather some information here.”

He then turned his gaze back to the light screen, starting to fiddle with it. Inside, he could customize his entire appearance, like setting a pose, or just have an avatar.

Gradually, Chen Xun made a bold decision in his heart. He chose to communicate using an avatar to avoid revealing too much, as he was not a sect leader or elder of a major sect.

He hoped the fellow Daoists of the star compass would give the Old Man Crossing the World some face and not be unreasonable.

”Daoist title...”

Chen Xun looked troubled; after all these years, he really didn’t have a Daoist title. Trash Immortal? Forbidden Sea Bandit? Universal Wanderer?

He thought of a long list of Daoist titles. Entering the star compass naturally had its purposes, and there were many.

”Old Man Crossing the World, then.”

Chen Xun murmured softly, the greater the contrast, the harder it was to guess his true identity, ”Besides, I have five primordial spirits... five identities to enter?”

His mind began to wander with some thoughts, but for now, he decided to observe the situation first. Having multiple identities might not necessarily be advantageous here.

Chen Xun placed two fingers in front of his chest, casually selecting a star of moderate size, transforming into a stream of light and heading towards it.

Buzz—

A grand portal sound suddenly unfolded, and the multicolored light even overwhelmed his pupils.

Kunwu Star Pavilion.

Various explosive pieces of information suddenly appeared in his primordial spirit, and he could see countless primordial spirits’ external information.

This star pavilion had at least ten thousand people, and the lowest cultivation level was the Void Refinement phase!

Chen Xun was dumbfounded, his gaze still in a state of intense shock. It felt like he had entered a new world, rather than just standing outside like before.

”The Xuanmen Immortal Sect welcomes Fellow Daoist to join ’Kunwu Star Pavilion.’ Our sect ranks among the top thousand immortal sects on the Southern Yu Continent, with a legacy nearing the hundred-thousand-year mark, possessing immense strength, and disciples spread across the continent, with exclusive cultivation techniques, making it the top choice for Void Refinement Daoists!”

”The Feixian Sect welcomes Fellow Daoist to join ’Kunwu Star Pavilion.’ Our sect excels in the immortal path of primal energy, welcoming Daoists from all directions to discuss the Dao. The sect’s coordinates for heaven and earth primal energy are as follows...”

...

In an instant, ten welcoming congratulatory messages entered his mind, and Chen Xun instantly had an impression of these ten major forces.

Such messages seemed not to be sent casually; one must have a certain foundation and strength within the star pavilion, essentially automatic promotion.

Damn...

Chen Xun felt a bit dizzy, the impact too fast and intense, and he hadn’t fully recovered yet.

At this moment, messages were flying all over the star pavilion. Without a Void Refinement primordial spirit, one couldn’t even see the speed of message transmission, with everyone speaking their own mind, all in a single thought.

[Void Refinement] Real Person Hong Guang: ”Haha, a new Daoist has arrived, huh? ’Old Man Crossing the World’?”

[Void Refinement] Real Person Xiao Zhi: ”Hmm? What kind of avatar is this?!!”

As soon as these words were spoken, they caught the attention of several people, all starting to probe Chen Xun’s information, their expressions changing slightly, seeing only a bare avatar with no affiliation introduction.

What, did a starry sky thief sneak in?!!