Shrouding the Heavens

Chapter 363 - 364 Chapter 369 Divine Eye of Perspective

364: Chapter 369 Divine Eye of Perspective 364: Chapter 369 Divine Eye of Perspective Those who frequent the Illusionary Food Mansion and the Drunken Immortal Pavilion are often prominent figures, sometimes even influential ones, such as respected individuals from the Great Sects and their Grand Elders.

The commotion within the Purple Palace naturally caught the attention of others.

Not only did Yao Yuekong and An Miaoyi arrive, but some elder figures also took notice.

The Great Xia Prince stepped forward and laughed heartily.

“Little Brother Gu, it’s been over a month since we last met!

Every time I enter or leave a Stone Workshop, I find myself wishing you were here.” Ye Fan smiled, stood up, and filled a cup with wine.

Ignoring Li Yishui and several disciples from the Source Technique noble families nearby, he personally offered it to Xia Yiming.

Li Heishui also stood up.

He had the staff of the Illusionary Food Mansion bring new wine and dishes, then invited Yao Yuekong and the others to sit down, completely ignoring the people from the Source Technique noble families as if they were air.

“HMPH!” One of them snorted heavily, his expression suddenly turning icy.

Li Yishui, the Grand Elder of the Illusion Destruction Palace, paced forward and said, “I, as an elder, do not wish to bully the young.

However, you two juniors show me no respect.

Today, I shall discipline you in place of your elders.” Nearby, several disciples from the ancient families of Source Technique smirked, ready to watch Ye Fan and Li Heishui be taught a harsh lesson.

“Old codger, who do you think you are?” Li Heishui retorted, completely unafraid.

“Do you think you can suppress anyone you please?

Do you fancy yourself the Peacock King or a divine king of the Eastern Wastelands?” A disciple following Li Yishui shouted, “You court death!” There were some things Li Yishui couldn’t say himself, being the Grand Elder of a Sect.

His disciples, however, had no such scruples and loudly rebuked them.

Li Yishui’s expression darkened.

He approached, glaring coldly at Ye Fan and Li Heishui, seemingly ready to unleash a devastating blow at any moment.

The Great Xia Prince, his bearing imposing, stood up and said, “Senior, even if they are in the wrong, there’s no need to resort to suppressing them by force, is there?” Yao Yuekong also put down his wine cup, rose, and said, “Sir, this is the Illusionary Food Mansion.

Fighting is not permitted here.” “They were disrespectful to Senior Li first,” a disciple from a Source Technique noble family chimed in.

“So, even if he disciplines them, it would be justified.” Ye Fan didn’t say much more.

He gestured to the young women serving nearby and said, “Please escort these individuals out.” “You…” The expressions of Li Yishui and the young people from the Source Technique noble families flickered.

To be unceremoniously thrown out like this was something they had never experienced.

“Distinguished guests, it would be best if you left,” several attractive young women explained cautiously as they approached.

“The Illusionary Food Mansion genuinely has a rule against disturbing other patrons.” “HMPH!” Li Yishui flicked his sleeve, his face dark, and turned to leave.

Though he wished he could slap Ye Fan and Li Heishui dead on the spot, he had to restrain himself.

The Illusionary Food Mansion had formidable backers, the Great Xia Royal Family being one of them.

“HAHA…” Li Heishui roared with laughter, feeling immensely gratified.

The disciples from the Source Technique noble families, their faces ashen, turned and left without a word.

“If you wish to challenge me in Source Technique, prepare one million jin of Source beforehand,” Ye Fan’s voice transmitted to them as they departed.

“Otherwise, don’t go around making a fuss.” “Fine, fine, fine!” Several disciples from the Source Technique noble families glanced back with sneers.

They said nothing more and stormed off in anger.

“Excellent!

Let’s toast to that!” Li Heishui raised his cup, inviting everyone to drink with him.

Within the Purple Palace, those present were all individuals of considerable status and unafraid of Li Yishui and his group.

Thus, they showed no restraint and continued to enjoy the fine wine.

“Don’t be angry, little one,” the young nun in white gently soothed the Golden Little Spirit beside her, which was currently glaring at Ye Fan.

“Little thing, are you still holding a grudge over a single Divine Source?” Ye Fan smiled, reaching out to grab it.

WHOOSH!

The Golden Little Spirit instantly darted behind the young nun in white.

Clutching a strand of her glossy hair, it peeked at Ye Fan, its large eyes rolling around, looking quite mischievous.

Seeing this, everyone burst into laughter.

An Miaoyi was particularly envious, repeatedly exclaiming how adorable the little creature was and wishing she could hold it.

“I saw the Divine Silkworm outside the city when I returned.

What was that about?” Ye Fan asked with a smile.

“Oh, that one,” the young nun said, gently tapping the Divine Silkworm’s forehead.

“It spends most of the day running wild.

I’m constantly worried someone might catch it.

Little one, you need to be good, alright?

No more mischief.” As the banquet was drawing to a close, someone from the Qing Palace delivered shocking news: Ye Fan was to have a grand Source Technique duel, and the wager was one million five hundred thousand jin of Pure Source.

The wager had been increased by a full five hundred thousand jin!

A group emerged from the Qing Palace and cast a deep glance in their direction.

Several elderly men, accompanied by a group of younger people, then turned and departed.

Ye Fan watched the retreating figures of the old men, his brow furrowed.

Their eyes, though seemingly dim with age, concealed an inner Divine Radiance, and their fingertips had turned a distinct pale gold.

“What do you make of it?” Li Heishui asked.

Ye Fan replied, “This is big trouble.

Those old men are profoundly skilled in Source Technique.

Their Source Heavenly Origin Treasure Wheels must have long reached the Transformation Realm, and it’s highly probable they’ve also cultivated Spiritual Eyes.” “Then what should we do?

Can you handle them?” Li Heishui frowned.

I hope they haven’t cultivated the Heavenly Eye, Ye Fan murmured to himself.

Ye Fan and his companions also left the Illusionary Food Mansion.

After bidding farewell to the Great Xia Prince, Yao Yuekong, and the others, they encountered Li Yishui again, but he made no move.

“This divine city is full of hidden masters.

It’s best for young people to maintain a low profile,” Li Yishui said.

“Otherwise, you never know when someone might crush you with a single finger.” After saying this, he mounted a cloud and departed with a sneer.

“That old codger is definitely not a kind person,” Li Heishui remarked.

“Since he didn’t act now, he’s surely scheming something.

He might strike at us when we least expect it.” “I’m more worried that the Sacred Lands won’t be able to sit still,” Ye Fan said.

“This time, I intend to wager tens of millions of jin of Source.

A gamble of this magnitude will undoubtedly make people think of a Heavenly Source Master.” “We need to go back, think carefully, and arrange an escape route.

This event is destined to cause a monumental stir.” News that elder figures from the ancient families of Source Technique had emerged from seclusion to duel Gu Feng, the young Source Technique prodigy, with a wager of one million five hundred thousand jin of Source, shook the divine city.

Once this news broke, the entire city was in an uproar.

It was truly a sensational gamble, the likes of which hadn’t been seen in thousands of years.

The mere thought of it was enough to make one gasp.

The news spread like wildfire, not just within the divine city.

All the major Sects in the northern region were alerted, and even the Sacred Lands could no longer remain calm.

Undoubtedly, this sensational Source Technique showdown would take place in the Stone Workshops of the various Sacred Lands.

For the Stone Workshops, this was utterly disastrous news.

To draw Ye Fan out, the younger generation from the ancient families of Source Technique had been boasting for the past month that they would crush Gu Feng, the Source Technique prodigy, in a contest of skills.

Now, the grand Source Technique duel was finally about to begin.

Everyone had a premonition that it would inevitably shake the world.

The news spread far and wide, and many people rushed to the divine city to witness this sensational Source Technique duel.

Many had a hunch that something truly extraordinary would be cut from the stones this time.

After all, the last major event had revealed a heaven-defying creature like the Divine Silkworm.

This time, with veteran Source Technique Masters personally present, it was bound to be even more spectacular.

The proprietors of all the major Stone Workshops looked positively green.

They knew that whichever workshop was chosen would be incredibly unlucky.

They were all secretly cursing, hoping that some accident would befall both groups, or better yet, that they would be driven out of the divine city.

Otherwise, it would be an absolute “catastrophe” for them.

In their eyes, Gu Feng and the Source Technique Masters were “locusts” – the most unwelcome individuals imaginable.

Upon returning to his dwelling, Ye Fan immediately took out the purple Stone Gall.

He had originally intended to use it when he cultivated the Heavenly Eye, but it seemed there was no time for that now.

Another Stone Gall can be found, but I absolutely cannot lose this time!

If my Source Heaven Divine Sense isn’t elevated to the next level, those old men will likely defeat me thoroughly.

After all, I’ve cultivated Source Technique for too short a time, while they have been immersed in it for most of their lives.

The Stone Gall was taken out, suffusing the room with a shimmering, purple radiance.

Li Heishui stood guard nearby, acting as his protector.

The moment the purple Stone Gall was cut open, an intense fragrance filled the room, seeping deep into one’s bones.

Even Li Heishui couldn’t help but gulp, swallowing audibly.

Purple liquid, like streams of Purple Mist, overflowed, its fragrance assailing the nostrils.

Ye Fan carefully squeezed it, letting the crystal-clear droplets flow into his eyes, bringing waves of coolness.

But in the next instant, his sensations changed dramatically.

He experienced waves of searing pain, as if his eyes were on fire, pricked by countless needles.

Tears streamed down his face.

“Little kid Ye, are you alright?” Li Heishui asked, suddenly tense.

“I’m fine.

This is a necessary part of the process!” Ye Fan replied, enduring the pain.

He wiped away his tears and squeezed all the remaining liquid from the Stone Gall into his eyes.

Then, he closed his eyes and began to quietly circulate his Source Technique, starting the process of refining his eyes.

At this moment, his eyelids had turned purple.

They were nearly transparent, shimmering with a crystalline light, looking exceptionally peculiar.

CHII!

Suddenly, with a sound of something tearing through the air, a golden streak shot into the room at incredible speed, heading straight for Ye Fan.

Li Heishui roared in fury, but he was a fraction too slow.

Unable to match the golden streak’s speed, he could only watch helplessly as it snatched the Stone Gallbladder Skin from Ye Fan’s hand.

“It’s the Divine Silkworm!” Li Heishui exclaimed, both shocked and angry.

He reached out to grab it, but unfortunately, he couldn’t even catch an afterimage as it darted away with a WHOOSH!

“Don’t chase it.

The Stone Gallbladder Skin is useless now,” Ye Fan said, shaking his head to stop him.

“That little thief is too fast!” Li Heishui pushed open the door and saw that the little golden creature hadn’t actually left.

Dazzlingly golden, it stood on the courtyard wall holding the Stone Gallbladder Skin.

It wriggled about, making faces at him and Ye Fan, occasionally performing a few somersaults and even cheekily turning its little backside towards them.

Ye Fan squinted slightly.

Witnessing this, he couldn’t help but smile.

“This little thing is quite amusing,” he remarked.

Li Heishui also laughed and cursed, “This little rascal is deliberately provoking us!” The Divine Silkworm, its large eyes bright and limpid, noticed that neither of them was angry nor chasing after it, so it stopped its antics.

It hugged the Stone Gallbladder Skin, took a deep, appreciative sniff of its fragrance, a look of bliss spreading across its face, and then took a delighted bite.

However, in the very next instant, its joyful expression froze.

With a THWAP, it threw the Stone Gallbladder Skin to the ground.

Its little face contorted with bitterness, and its color changed completely.

The Golden Little Spirit spat continuously, hopping frantically on the courtyard wall.

Its golden lips had turned purple from the bitterness.

Then, it collapsed and began to retch violently.

HAHAHA!

“It even dared to eat a gall!

Doesn’t it know all galls are bitter?” Ye Fan and Li Heishui roared with laughter.

The Divine Silkworm was furious.

It silently pointed a small paw at Ye Fan and Li Heishui, its large eyes welling with tears.

Then, it swayed unsteadily and collapsed onto the wall, apparently overwhelmed by the taste.

“It’s down!

Let’s see you run now!” Li Heishui laughed loudly and dashed after it.

Startled, the Divine Silkworm scrambled to its feet.

Struggling to stay conscious, it shot into the sky.

Though it swayed like a drunkard, its speed didn’t diminish in the slightest, and it vanished in the blink of an eye.

One hour later, Ye Fan stopped circulating his Source Technique and opened his eyes.

Two streaks of purple light flashed within them before vanishing, leaving his gaze as deep and profound as the starry sky.

“How is it?

Did it work?” Li Heishui asked.

“Why are you so flashy, wearing floral underwear?” Ye Fan burst out laughing.

“Damn it!

You’ve developed X-ray vision!” Li Heishui cursed, his face flushing slightly as he half-turned away.

“Aren’t you afraid of getting styes?!” Ye Fan felt refreshed, his vision exceptionally clear.

His Source Heaven Divine Sense had improved significantly.

Although he hadn’t cultivated the Heavenly Eye, his eyesight had reached an astonishing level, almost capable of seeing through walls.

He pushed open the door and gazed into the distant sky.

He could even clearly perceive a mosquito in the far distance.

This was a qualitative leap.

“I’ve figured it out, little kid Ye!

You’re a natural-born pervert!” Li Heishui exclaimed.

“If you encounter An Miaoyi, the Great Xia Princess, or the sacred ladies from the Sacred Lands again, how will they—or anyone else, for that matter—endure it?

Your lecherous eyes will surely be glued to them!” “Am I really such an impure person?” Ye Fan asked with a smile.

“You’re as pure as a pervert!” Li Heishui said, green with envy.

“I finally understand why Heavenly Source Masters of old frequented the Sacred Land Stone Workshops!

The stone gambling was just a pretext; they were definitely after the sacred ladies!

Your profession truly has its traditions!” “The great Source Technique duel is in three days,” Ye Fan said.

“Come on, let’s go check out the major Stone Workshops now.” “Little kid Ye, I despise you!

You’ve just cultivated your pervert eyes, and you already want to go see the sacred ladies?!” Li Heishui jeered.

“Be careful, or you’ll get styes from staring too much!” “I’m doing this to prepare for the stone gambling.

Today, I’m just looking around, not making any moves,” Ye Fan replied.

“TCH!

Don’t be so sanctimonious.

You definitely just want to go see the sacred ladies,” Li Heishui retorted, pursing his lips.

Ye Fan and Li Heishui first headed towards the Ji Family Stone Workshop.

They wanted to see if they could locate the mysterious Stone King.

On the way, they heard much news about Purple Mountain.

The major Sacred Lands and the various sects of the Central States were reportedly about to make their move.

It seemed a storm was brewing there.

Before they even neared the Ji Family Stone Workshop, they spotted several acquaintances.

Young people from the Source Technique noble families had also just arrived, among them Wu Ziming, Li Chongtian, and Tuoba Chang.

Clearly, they shared Ye Fan’s purpose: they were scouting Stone Workshops, trying to decide where would be the most suitable place to make their move.

“Those two bastards really have it out for us!” Li Heishui said brashly, staring directly at Wu Ziming and Li Chongtian as he spoke.

“You…” Both Wu Ziming and Li Chongtian were furious.

“Am I wrong?” Li Heishui sneered.

“First, you brought Tuoba Chang, and now, through him, you’ve invited this whole horde of monsters.

Isn’t that right?” “I won’t argue with you now,” Li Chongtian said viciously.

“This time, I refuse to believe you can overturn the heavens!” “This time, I will personally witness our seniors utterly crush you in Source Technique!” Wu Ziming added, gritting his teeth.

“You talked big last time too, but didn’t you just end up gifting us Source for free?” Li Heishui roared with laughter.

“I look forward to your selfless contributions again this time!” The young people from the Source Technique noble families all sneered.

One of them said, “This time, we’re afraid you might lose your very lives.” “Are you planning to use force?

To kill us?” Li Heishui retorted, unafraid.

“Ignorant fools!

Source Technique duels can indeed be a matter of life and death.

Don’t you even know that?

Perhaps you’ll die suddenly during the stone selection process!” “Our previous talk of crushing you wasn’t just empty words.

Whether you can survive will depend on your own abilities.

When the time comes, don’t you dare kneel at our feet begging for mercy.” The individuals from the Source Technique noble families sneered.

Having finished their taunts, they strode forward.

“Can stone gambling really decide life and death?” Li Heishui asked Ye Fan.

“It can!” Ye Fan nodded, a hint of solemnity in his expression.

At this moment, they arrived before the Ji Family Stone Workshop.

Ye Fan saw two familiar figures: a young man and a young woman.

The man was heroic and imposing, the woman beautiful and graceful.

The man resembled a god, his black hair cascaded like a waterfall, and a faint halo enveloped his body.

He seemed like a born divine king, gazing down upon the vast Red Dust with an overwhelming aura of solitary supremacy.

It was Ji Haoyue.

Beside him stood a young woman in flowing Purple Clothes, slender and graceful.

When she smiled, her intelligent, large eyes would curve into crescents, revealing adorable dimples on her cheeks and small, sparkling canine teeth.

It was Ji Ziyue.