Chapter 402 -402-Gazelle Star System, Meeting Dustin Again
Chapter 402: Chapter402-Gazelle Star System, Meeting Dustin Again
Daniel had no reason to doubt the goodwill of the Chaos Humans.
Back on Earth, Hyman had personally come under the Forefather’s orders to investigate the situation.
Not only had he helped Daniel construct his Divine Domain and gifted him a top-grade Holy Relic, but he had also bestowed a supreme sword manual upon Camille.
Those gifts alone were enough to demonstrate the sincerity of the Chaos Humans.
Besides, Daniel himself was curious about them.
Were these prehistoric people truly the ancient ancestors described in Earth’s legends—those mythical beings said to have split mountains and overturned seas?
Even now, Earth still preserved songs and ancient stone inscriptions recounting their exploits.
Meeting them in person could only be beneficial.
After a moment’s thought, Daniel replied,
"Very well. Send me the coordinates. I’ll head over immediately."
"I’ve already transmitted them."
Dustin’s voice carried a trace of anticipation.
"They’re not too far from your current location."
"Travel safely."
Daniel lowered his gaze toward the communicator.
A blue point marked the location of the Chaos Humans.
Without further hesitation, he altered the Imperial Bow Ark’s course and shot toward the designated coordinates at full speed.
...
Shattered stars flashed past the observation windows, leaving only fragmented reflections behind.
Though the journey itself wasn’t particularly long, the Ark crossed countless checkpoints and blockade zones along the way.
Fortunately, the Imperial Bow Ark was a Primordial Law Grade flying Sacred Artifact.
Not only was it unimaginably fast, but it also possessed the innate ability to break through dimensional barriers.
Since Daniel had no intention of wasting time, he simply charged straight through every obstacle standing in his path.
Before long...
His vision suddenly opened up.
A remarkably stable river of stars unfolded before him.
Daniel recognized it immediately from the ancient records he had read within the Golden Holy Mountain.
The Wisteria Star River.
The reason the Wisteria Star River had managed to preserve a rare pocket of peace within the war-torn Chaosverse was simple.
Several immensely powerful races that had migrated from other universes had established themselves here.
The Chaos Humans were one of them.
None of those races could be underestimated.
Even the weakest possessed a T7 Oracle-grade powerhouse.
The strongest were protected by T9 Great Oracle-grades.
Although occasional friction existed among the five races internally, they had long since formed an unspoken alliance against all outside threats.
It was precisely that mutual understanding which allowed this region of space to remain relatively peaceful despite the endless wars raging throughout the Chaosverse.
Among those five races, the Chaos Humans controlled several entire star systems.
Their headquarters was located within the Gazelle Star System.
Daniel gazed toward the gradually approaching star system.
Its appearance differed completely from that of the Golden Holy Mountain.
The headquarters of the Golden Holy Mountain consisted of countless layered dimensions personally constructed by various Great Oracle-grades.
It resembled a magnificent palace suspended between overlapping planes of existence, with every corner radiating the profound heritage accumulated over endless ages.
The Gazelle Star System, however, was far more traditional.
It was a conventional stellar realm where commerce and daily life coexisted naturally.
At first glance, it looked remarkably similar to the Black River Star System they had visited previously.
Simple.
Almost ordinary.
Daniel guided the Imperial Bow Ark toward the port.
Whoosh!
A streak of light suddenly flew toward him before stopping in the void ahead.
The light condensed into the figure of a tall young man wearing a mage’s robe.
His features were refined, his bearing composed.
He was a Divine Radiant-grade powerhouse.
The young man carefully examined the Imperial Bow Ark’s appearance and intricate engravings before revealing a warm smile.
"May I ask..."
"Are you Lord Faustus, the leader of our ancestral homeland whom the Chaos Humans have been eagerly awaiting?"
His tone carried exactly the right amount of respect.
Daniel immediately dismissed the Imperial Bow Ark and revealed himself in the open void.
"That’s me."
"Lord Faustus."
"I’ve long admired your reputation."
"The Chaos Humans have already made arrangements for your arrival."
"Please, allow me to escort you."
The young man stepped aside and gestured politely.
"Very well."
Daniel nodded before asking casually,
"What about Dustin?"
"It’s been quite some time since we last met."
"How has he been?"
"Dustin?"
The young man’s lips twitched slightly, as though recalling something amusing.
He looked as if he were trying not to laugh.
"He was summoned to the Hall of Judgment just a little while ago."
"A while back, he ignored direct orders and secretly joined one of the major battles."
"Right now..."
"He’s receiving his punishment."
"Oh?"
Daniel raised an eyebrow.
"What exactly happened?"
The young man continued leading the way as he explained.
"Not long ago, when the Chitin Universe launched its all-out invasion of the Chaosverse..."
"The Forefather personally ordered Dustin and the other young prodigies of our race to stay away from the battlefield."
"Their only mission was to continue cultivating and preserve themselves."
He chuckled.
"But Dustin still sneaked out and participated in one of the major engagements."
"In doing so, he directly violated the Forefather’s personal decree."
"So..."
"He was summoned to the Hall of Judgment."
"And the punishment?"
Daniel asked.
"Is it severe?"
"Nothing too serious."
The young man waved his hand dismissively, still smiling.
"He was merely ordered to reach the Divine Sovereign realm within five hundred years."
Daniel couldn’t help smiling himself.
That counted as punishment?
It sounded far more like an elder giving a promising junior a firm push while setting a clear goal.
It was obvious just how highly Dustin was valued within the Chaos Humans.
The so-called punishment was simply the gentle discipline of a senior guiding the younger generation.
"It seems the Chaos Humans’ Forefather simply doesn’t want the younger geniuses of the clan dying inside that cosmic meat grinder."
Daniel thought to himself.
"After all..."
"The future of the Chaos Humans rests upon these young talents."
"So he would never truly punish Dustin."
From that alone, Daniel could clearly see how much importance the Chaos Humans placed upon nurturing their younger generation.
The atmosphere reminded him strongly of the families back on Earth.
Parents there poured everything they had into raising their children.
As expected of a people who had once originated from Earth...
Even after countless civilization cycles had passed...
The inheritance engraved into their bloodlines remained unmistakable.
Guided by the young man, Daniel gradually entered the inner realms of the Gazelle Star System.
Below them, the distinctive architectural style of the Chaos Humans slowly came into view.
"Originally..."
"It was supposed to be Lord Hyman who welcomed you personally."
"After all, the two of you are already acquainted."
"The Forefather had also planned to meet you himself."
He suddenly paused before letting out a quiet sigh.
Daniel remained perfectly composed, silently waiting for him to continue.
The young man spoke again.
"Both the Forefather and Lord Hyman were injured during the last great battle."
"What?"
Daniel’s expression immediately tightened.
Even the T8 Oracle-grade Forefather had been wounded?
And Hyman had not escaped unscathed either?
The brutality of that war had clearly surpassed everything Daniel had previously imagined.
"So..."
"The Forefather and Lord Hyman are both currently in seclusion recovering from their injuries."
"I’m afraid they won’t be able to receive you personally."
As he finished speaking, the young man’s smile suddenly widened.
"Look."
"Someone’s coming."
A figure rapidly flew toward them from the distance.
Before even arriving, the newcomer was already waving enthusiastically.
"Faustus!"
"Long time no see!"
The corners of Daniel’s mouth lifted slightly.
That greeting...
Was exactly what he had expected.