Chapter 397: The Elixir of Life

As Lin Fan listened to the Supreme One’s words, he couldn’t shake the feeling that the Celestial Barrier was indeed indestructible. He felt a pang of sorrow for the humans trapped on the other side—they were living in truly pitiable conditions.

Wasn’t their life no different from livestock, slaughtered and enslaved at another’s whim?

“Later, I, together with the Martial God, the War God, and the Emperor of Reincarnation, secluded ourselves for many years, hoping to carve out a pure land for humanity. But it was all in vain. Laughably, a single opponent was enough to suppress all four of us…” said the至尊, his expression filled with despair.

“No way!” Lin Fan was momentarily stunned. This all sounded far too real—could it be that the Supreme One was just trying to scare him?

In Lin Fan’s eyes, the Supreme Being was an absolute powerhouse, capable of splitting the heavens and shattering the earth with a single movement. Even now, Lin Fan himself still couldn’t reach that level.

If such terrifying beings truly existed, then what was the point of fighting at all? They’d be crushed in an instant.

“But wait, Supreme One, you mentioned earlier that anyone stronger than you could break through the Celestial Barrier. Then why couldn’t those terrifying beings you spoke of remove it?” Lin Fan asked, perplexed.

The至尊 looked at Lin Fan and sighed. “The highest cultivation level currently attainable in the Dongling Continent is Great Heaven’s Will, Perfect Enlightenment. Once someone surpasses this level, they embark on the path toward immortality. At that moment, mysterious forces will emerge to guide them into another realm. The four of us sacrificed everything, using the power of the Xuanhuang Realm to seal the heavens and erect this barrier. Those from the other side are unable to dismantle it.”

“So now,” the Supreme One asked solemnly, “do you still wish to break through the barrier?”

Lin Fan was taken aback, slightly helpless. “I just want to return to Cangling Continent, that’s all.”

“Fine, I can help with that. When you reach the edge of the barrier, call upon me again. I will help you cross,” the Supreme One replied. As long as the barrier remained intact, there would be no problem.

“Alright, Zun, we’ve talked enough. How about passing down that legendary fist technique now?” Lin Fan said eagerly.

“I’m afraid I can’t. This is only a fragment of my divine consciousness. If I demonstrate it once, I will dissipate completely and won’t be able to send you to Dongling,” the Supreme said regretfully.

“Ugh…” Lin Fan rolled his eyes. So it was a choice between two options after all. But he decided to let it go—getting back to Dongling was more important.

Later, Lin Fan asked the Supreme a few more questions. He still didn’t fully grasp the nature of that other world described as so tragic, but he could tell that life there must be extremely harsh.

The next day…

Huang Ling’er arrived at the place where Lin Fan was staying.

“Everything is ready. Whether the Wutong Divine Tree can recover depends entirely on this attempt,” Huang Ling’er said.

“Mm,” Lin Fan nodded and followed behind her. Today, she was dressed formally, as if preparing for a significant occasion.

The people of the Savage Clan followed behind them as they ventured deeper into the Savage Lands.

Before long, the group stopped at a location.

It looked like a cave, with two Savage Clan guards standing on either side of the entrance. Upon seeing Huang Ling’er, they respectfully stepped aside.

“This is the Savage Clan’s forbidden area. It has existed for countless ages,” Huang Ling’er whispered softly. She then knelt reverently before the sealed stone door, drew a dagger, and sliced her palm, smearing her blood onto the stone.

“Boom…”

The blood was instantly absorbed into the stone, followed by a deep rumbling sound. Slowly, the sealed stone door creaked open.

Lin Fan looked into the dark interior, sensing an ancient, solemn aura emanating from within.

“Stay outside and guard the entrance,” Huang Ling’er instructed, then nodded to Lin Fan.

The two stepped into the dark cave. It was pitch black inside, but as they took a step forward, flames suddenly ignited along the walls, illuminating the entire passage.

Lin Fan’s eyes narrowed as he gazed at the murals on the walls. If he had seen them the day before, he would not have understood their meaning. However, after his conversation with the Zun last night, he now comprehended much more.

One mural depicted a divine tree reaching the heavens, followed by a swarm of demons. Eventually, the tree fell, leaving behind a single seed that drifted away…

“What kind of beings could possess such power? The Supreme One didn’t explain much—probably because this is only a fragment of his consciousness,” Lin Fan mused. Curiosity might kill the cat, so it was better not to encounter those beings if possible.

Before long, they reached the end of the passage, revealing a massive hidden chamber.

Inside, there was a pool emitting white mist, its surface smooth as jade, breathtakingly beautiful.

“Amazing life force!” Lin Fan could feel the immense vitality radiating from the pool. Even the Wutong Divine Tree in its current state might not match it.

“This is the Divine Life Essence. It is the sacred liquid produced when the Wutong Divine Tree reaches full maturity. It might be enough to restore the tree,” Huang Ling’er explained.

Lin Fan stepped forward and dipped his hand into the pool.

*Ping* “Congratulations, you have discovered the Divine Life Essence.”

“Divine Life Essence: The essence of the Wutong Divine Tree, containing boundless life force.”

Indeed a rare treasure. Always cautious, Lin Fan activated his system to verify its nature. If this was a trap set by Huang Ling’er, it would be a tragedy.

With a wave of his hand, the withering Wutong Divine Tree floated into the air.

At that moment, the white mist drifted toward the tree. The withered branches, as if sensing something precious, began to stir like living things, greedily absorbing the mist.

“It works!” Lin Fan’s heart leapt with joy. He gently placed the tree into the pool.

The moment the Wutong Divine Tree touched the water, its roots rapidly extended, voraciously drinking in the Divine Life Essence.

“It seems my assumption was correct,” Huang Ling’er said, a smile forming on her face.

Lin Fan smiled as well. If the Wutong Divine Tree could grow stronger, it would be of great benefit to him.

But then he turned to Huang Ling’er. “Why are you doing all this?”

Lin Fan wasn’t naive. He didn’t believe in selfless kindness. He considered himself one of the few genuinely good people left. The Wutong Divine Tree was no ordinary treasure—Huang Ling’er had her reasons for handing it over.

“Don’t tell me it’s because you saw the future. I don’t buy that,” Lin Fan said.

Huang Ling’er laughed, her smile radiant. “I did see the future. But I’m giving you the Wutong Divine Tree because I need your help with something. However, the time is not yet right. When the moment comes, I will tell you.”

“Deal-making is my favorite thing. Fine, but if your request is unreasonable, I will walk away,” Lin Fan said with a faint smile.

As Lin Fan and Huang Ling’er continued their conversation, the Wutong Divine Tree suddenly underwent a transformation.

An ancient aura erupted from the tree.

“Phase two,” Huang Ling’er said joyfully.

Suddenly, green leaves sprouted from the previously withered branches, vibrant and full of life, as if the world had just been reborn.

The Divine Life Essence in the pool was quickly drained, completely absorbed by the Wutong Divine Tree.

Lin Fan watched in delight. It had worked.

The Wutong Divine Tree had not only recovered but had also evolved further, its branches now covered in lush green leaves—a clear sign of thriving life force.

Once the tree fully recovered, it would be time to head for Cangling Continent.

Revenge was never far from his mind.