Chapter 773 229: Huge Harvest

After the barrier pulsed, Shen Bai could finally see the strange phenomenon in the sky clearly.

Cracks appeared one after another. As their numbers grew, the barrier finally gave way.

The sound of a cracking eggshell echoed.

A hole tore open in the sky above Shen Bai's head.

The hole was pitch-dark, revealing no light or scenery. Even the reach of Shen Bai's Void-breaking Red Eye was obstructed by a strange power from within.

Just as the fissure appeared, Shen Bai heard Amber's urgent voice.

"Master, I know what that is! It's Deceit Transformation Pearls! There are Deceit Transformation Pearls inside, and more than one!"

'Deceit Transformation Pearls?'

Shen Bai froze for a moment, then his face lit up with delight.

The strange creature had given him twenty wisps of Evil Qi, which was a pleasant surprise. But he was even more delighted by the Deceit Transformation Pearls Amber had mentioned.

These items were incredibly useful for Deceitful Beasts. Both Amber and Red Makeup could gain new abilities by evolving with them.

This was especially true for Amber. Not only could she boost his combat power, but she could also increase his Skill Level, which would save Shen Bai a great deal of time.

The news that there were Deceit Transformation Pearls inside the fissure made him even happier than he had been after slaying the strange creature.

With this in mind, Shen Bai paused to think for a moment, then raised his hand and began a divination.

He channeled his Qi and performed the Infinite Divination Skill, hoping to divine the fortune and misfortune of the path ahead.

A golden light filled his vision—a sign of great fortune, indicating it was safe to enter.

Since the omen was auspicious, Shen Bai saw no reason to hesitate.

With a flick of his finger, he sent a thread of Qi transforming into Buddha's Light into the darkness.

As the Buddha's Light illuminated the darkness, Shen Bai used his Void Realm perception to see the scene within clearly.

It was a scene of utter ruin, filled with crumbling walls and debris.

The space within had the exact same scope as Molten Rock City. He could even tell from the silhouette that it was a perfect replica.

The only difference was that this version of the city was dilapidated and filthy, permeated by an aura of deathly silence.

After a moment's thought, Shen Bai activated Divine Thousand Miles, transforming into a blur as he crossed the shattered barrier.

The moment he stepped inside, he was struck by an atmosphere of desolation and monotony.

This aura directly assailed one's Divine Soul.

Without hesitation, Shen Bai activated his Flawless Divine Soul Body.

The white light from his Flawless Divine Soul Body blocked the desolate aura's intrusion.

A moment later, Shen Bai suddenly raised his head, a thoughtful look in his eyes.

As he felt the desolate aura, he was struck by a sense of inexplicable familiarity.

The feeling made him think he had encountered it somewhere before.

'Where on earth have I felt this desolate aura before?'

Shen Bai grew more and more puzzled.

Just then, a flash of insight struck him, and Shen Bai suddenly realized where he had felt it.

'The Desolate Forbidden Land!'

Back then, when the Drunken Daoist entered the Desolate Realm, he had used a method that broadcasted his journey for others to see.

This method allowed everyone in the world to watch with ease.

At the time, Shen Bai had sensed the power of the Desolate Forbidden Land through the images the Drunken Daoist had left behind.

The sensation this place gave him was remarkably similar to the desolate aura of the Desolate Forbidden Land.

The only difference was that the aura in the Desolate Forbidden Land was so terrifying it made one's skin crawl—not even the Drunken Daoist could withstand it. The desolate aura in this mysterious place, however, was not nearly as strong; even Shen Bai could endure it.

The ground beneath his feet felt completely solid. After entering, it was like being on the other side of a one-way mirror; he could no longer see Molten Rock City below.

But that wasn't a major problem for Shen Bai. He was here to explore, after all.

Just as before, the desolate aura suppressed his Void-breaking Red Eye, limiting its range significantly.

Shen Bai wasn't worried. He summoned the golden Buddha's Light from his Buddha Dharma Form Fist to illuminate his surroundings.

"First, let's look for the aura of the Deceit Transformation Pearls. Let me know as soon as I get close to one," Shen Bai said to Amber and Red Makeup in his mind.

Red Makeup and Amber quickly agreed.

With their confirmation, Shen Bai wasted no more time and began walking down the ruined street.

The street was in ruins. Even under the illumination of the sacred Buddha's Light, the scene remained unsettling.

Everywhere he looked, there was only desolation.

The atmosphere of ancient stillness and desolation was thick enough to wear on anyone's nerves and spirit.

After he had walked down two or three streets, Amber's voice echoed in his mind.

"Master, it's on this street. Just keep going straight, and you'll find a Deceit Transformation Pearl."

Shen Bai stopped at the entrance to a street and frowned.

This street was completely different from the others he had passed through.

Although it was still filled with the same aura of monotony and desolation, this street was much wider, spacious enough for dozens of people to walk abreast.

Compared to the other streets, the buildings on either side were relatively well-preserved.

Amber said, "Master, it's this way."

Shen Bai didn't hesitate. He changed direction and headed down the street.

Despite the auspicious omen from his Infinite Divination Skill, Shen Bai remained extremely cautious.

He held Cold Moon at the ready, not letting his guard down for a second.

Unfortunately, his journey was uneventful. No strange phenomena occurred, nor did any bizarre creatures or malicious figures appear to bar his way.

Shen Bai reached the end of the street without any trouble.