Splitting the Heavens

Chapter 1614: Sage Gu Yi of the Essence Hong World

"True Immortal Shang, Sage Gu Yi from our realm wishes to meet you!"

After revealing her purpose, Gao Qin saw that Shang Xia did not seem too shocked, as if he had anticipated their visit.

"Indeed, the affairs of the Essence Ping World and the Star Origin Lord have already attracted the attention of more and more Sages from worlds outside the Heaven Observation Field..." Shang Xia thought to himself, then lifted his gaze to the void behind the True Immortals.

"Sage Gu Yi, since you’re already here, why not show yourself?" Shang Xia suddenly called out, surprising Gao Qin and Geng True Immortal with his assertiveness.

"True Immortal Shang is indeed the most noteworthy rising talent in the Heaven Observation Field; it seems my movements were already exposed!" A gentle voice, like a breeze, came from the depths of the void, accompanied by a misty aura that gathered in front of Gao Qin and True Immortal Geng. It gradually formed into an old man dressed in a black robe with a square cap, his neck noticeably longer than the average person.

Behind the old man, Gao Qin and True Immortal Geng stared at him in shock. However, they quickly recovered and bowed respectfully behind the elder.

Shang Xia smiled, looking at the Martial Emptiness Realm clone that contained a portion of Sage Gu Yi’s soul and mumbled, “It’s nothing special. I’ve seen too many Martial Emptiness Realm clones and I’m used to your presence.”

The Martial Emptiness Realm clone before Shang Xia paused slightly, while high-level True Immortals behind him concealed their astonishment.

"It seems True Immortal Shang really isn't surprised by my appearance!" Gu Yi’s clone chuckled dryly.

Shang Xia didn’t bother beating about the bush. He stated casually, "Of the Essence Worlds surrounding the Heaven Observation Field, the Essence Hong World has already reached an agreement with the Spirit Mammoth World. The Spirit Abundance World’s cooperation with external forces should be even deeper. Considering how your Essence Ming World is the only one who hasn’t found someone in the Heaven Observation Field to work with... And how you expanded your territory over to my Star Beast Nest, It’s only a matter of time before you tried to find me or Patriarch Kou.”

Gu Yi’s clone smiled wryly, "It seems True Immortal Shang already knows the purpose of my visit, then..." Turning slightly solemn, he continued, "What do you think, True Immortal Shang?"

However, Shang Xia replied calmly, "I'm just curious. Even if I agree to cooperate with you, may I ask what the limit of the strength you can deploy within the Heaven Observation Field is?"

Without hesitation, Gu Yi's clone replied, "A single clone from me will be more than sufficient. Of course, I'll need True Immortal Shang to open the Star Curtain slightly and guide us in."

"A single clone at the initial stage of the Martial Emptiness Realm?” Shang Xia frowned slightly, seemingly unimpressed and even slightly disappointed, "If that's the case, then I assume the Essence Hong World and the others are the same...”

Shang Xia's expression did not change, and even his murmur seemed intentionally audible to the other party.

Gu Yi's clone's gaze sharpened. "Of course, I've heard that your Spirit Luxuriant World only completed your ascension 30 to 40 years ago and might lack some foundations, but if True Immortal Shang has any needs, these high-level True Immortals behind me can proceed to assist your world!"

2 high-level True Immortals would indeed be of great help, and a Martial Emptiness Realm Clone was something that should not be underestimated.

Yet, Shang Xia did not show the excitement expected by the other party and even subtly showed some contempt, which was particularly frustrating for Sage Gu Yi and the others.

Eventually, Shang Xia spoke somewhat perfunctorily, "This is a significant matter, not something I can decide alone. Although I am grateful for your willingness to help, I must inform Patriarch Kou and coordinate internally with the major forces of the Spirit Luxuriant World before I can give you a proper response.”

True Immortal Geng was about to step forward to speak but was held back by Gao Qin beside him.

The next moment, they heard Sage Gu Yi’s voice ringing through the void again. "It is reasonable for True Immortal Shang to wait for a response from your world. However, you had better hurry, as the situation in the Essence Ping World is probably clearer to you than to me."

Shang Xia nodded, gave a slight bow to the other party, and then slowly retreated back into the chaotic streams.

After Shang Xia disappeared, True Immortal Geng could not help but ask, "Are we just going to let him leave like that?"

Gao Qin was shocked by True Immortal Geng’s behavior. It was uncharacteristic of his usual demeanor and she quickly tugged at his sleeve and said solemnly, "Do not be disrespectful in front of the Sage!"

The clone was not bothered by True Immortal Geng’s somewhat accusatory tone and said lightly, "He wasn’t afraid of me, or perhaps he does not regard the power of a Martial Emptiness Realm clone highly! It seems that many things we are unaware of have happened within the Heaven Observation Field, and the upper limit of conflict has far exceeded our expectations."

Turning to the 2 high-level True Immortals behind him, Gu Yi’s clone mumbled, "Seems like we are far behind in terms of understanding the situation of the Heaven Observation Field compared to the Essence Hong World and Sage Luo Yidao...”

Gao Qin and True Immortal Geng bowed their heads in silence. They didn’t dare to say anything at that point.

"Forget it," Gu Yi’s clone waved his hand, "It's not related to you guys anyway. We still need to maintain and even improve our relationship with the Spirit Luxuriant World. As for other matters..."

He paused for a moment before he continued, "The Star Origin Dao Field was originally in a region of the Heaven Observation Field that contained the biggest weakness in the Star Curtain, and now that they left, although that space has been sealed, we need to intensify our effort to force ourselves into the Heaven Observation Field through the region.”

"However, I am not the only one watching that place..." As Gu Yi’s clone faded in the void, his voice became increasingly ethereal. Eventually, his figure disappeared from view.

Back in Star Beast Nest No.1, Shang Xia returned with a solemn expression. He looked extremely troubled.

Dou Zhong’s heart sank at the sight and he quickly asked, "What happened?"

Looking up at him, Shang Xia explained Gu Yi’s intentions along with those of the Essence Ming World.

Hearing Shang Xia’s recount, Dou Zhong was stunned for a solid second before fear appeared on his face. His heart was pounding so loudly Shang Xia could hear it clearly from 5 feet away.

He was a first tier True Immortal, but right outside the chaotic streams, not far out in the void, were 2 high-level True Immortals and a Martial Emptiness Realm clone! As a first tier True Immortal, he would die as long as any of them decided to fart in his direction!

For the first time, Dou Zhong felt that his life might be forfeited on the whims of others!

"Relax. The clone is unable to step into the chaotic streams...” Shang Xia spoke to reassure him after sensing his fear.

However, Dou Zhong only managed a bitter smile in response, knowing that even if the Martial Emptiness Realm clone could not enter, the presence of 2 high-level True Immortals was just as scary.

"If there's an emergency, just destroy the Star Beast Nest and escape using the Five Elements Teleportation Formation. Remember to carry the Five Elements Jade that Chu Jia gave you at all times. It will allow you to teleport away from anywhere within the Star Beast Nest without needing to reach the teleportation platform." As he spoke, Shang Xia recorded the recent events in detail on a jade slip with his divine soul and handed it to Dou Zhong. "After I leave, send this jade slip back to the institution and then have Instructor Ge quickly pass it to Patriarch Kou."

Dou Zhong took the jade slip, then looked at Shang Xia in shock. "You're leaving? The Martial Emptiness Realm clone from the Essence Ming World was just outside the chaotic streams! He might still be watching this place!"

Shang Xia smiled in response. "There’s nothing to worry about. He can't do anything to me!"