Free Web NovelChapter 381: Special Aura
The Crystalline Rain Region was filled with wonders and marvels.
In fact, there had been rare instances where a few drops of crystalline rain imbued with Spirit Qi would fall upon a living being, instantly granting them serendipitous benefits and significantly augmenting their strength. Although such events were infrequent, they had occurred on multiple occasions in the past.
Now, a multitude of Mortal Step cultivators were drawn to the Crystalline Rain Region in the hopes of acquiring these rare drops of crystalline rain infused with Spirit Qi, which could supposedly boost their strength to unimaginable heights.
Yet, the majority of the marvels and phenomena within the Crystalline Rain Region were sufficient to captivate Mortal Step cultivators alone. Principle Step cultivators did not pay much heed to the wonders of the Crystalline Rain Region, as it was relatively small and already governed by the Divine Emperor Kingdom.
The Crystalline Rain Region fell squarely under the jurisdiction of the Divine Emperor Kingdom. Consequently, no one dared to engage in subterfuge or flaunt their power within the Region, as they risked facing the wrath of the Divine Emperor Kingdom, which could lead to their annihilation.
In fact, there were instances where certain cultivators had perpetrated massacres within the Crystalline Rain Region, only to be pursued and ultimately executed by the Divine Emperor Kingdom in retaliation.
There had been numerous instances where the Divine Emperor Kingdom had meted out punishment, including death sentences, to arrogant and unruly cultivators who blatantly ignored the authority of the Divine Emperor Kingdom.
As such, the Divine Emperor Kingdom occasionally had to flex its power to remind the Bright Yang Continent that they were the most formidable organization in the entire continent and that nobody could afford to provoke them.
Encompassing the Crystalline Rain Region was a substantial wall that stood several tens of meters in height and was several meters thick. These were not ordinary structures, they were fortified with a multitude of intricate Array Formations and manned by guards who were cultivators.
Despite all these defences and enclosures, they were insignificant in the presence of Principle Step cultivators.
Nonetheless, the wall, defences, and guards served the purpose of screening Mortal Step cultivators, verifying their identities and affiliations, and ensuring proper procedures were followed before allowing them entry into the Crystalline Rain Region. Even regular humans would need to pass through these defences and undergo thorough inspections beforehand.
For Principle Step cultivators, the process was much simpler and, in a sense, more straightforward.
Whenever a Principle Step cultivator desired entry into the Crystalline Rain Region, a Principle Step cultivator of comparable cultivation level would promptly respond from within the Crystalline Rain Region.
Then, a series of inquiries would be posed, and as long as the visiting Principle Step cultivator cooperated and answered satisfactorily, they would be granted access to the Crystalline Rain Region.
As Tang Yin approached the Crystalline Rain Region, a potent divine sense emanating from a Peak-stage Principle Manipulation Realm cultivator surged forth from the heart of the Region and swiftly closed in on Tang Yin...
’A Peak-stage Principle Manipulation Realm cultivator? This individual must be the most formidable cultivator in the Crystalline Rain Region, likely holding a prestigious position. But why would they be interested in me? My cultivation level isn’t that high...’ Tang Yin harboured various questions and suspicions, though he kept them well concealed, betraying no hint of his thoughts outwardly. freewebnøvel.coɱ
"Young man, what brings you to the Crystalline Rain Region?" The moment the divine sense of the Peak-stage Principle Manipulation Realm cultivator reached Tang Yin, it spoke directly to him.
"Is the Crystalline Rain Region not accessible to the public?" Tang Yin inquired casually.
"It appears I acted too hastily. Please pardon me, fellow cultivator. I am Lao Gu Tao. May I ask for your name?" The divine sense of the Peak-stage Principle Manipulation Realm cultivator, Lao Gu Tao, appeared to acknowledge his impatience and swiftly assumed a more composed demeanour.
"No problem at all. I am Ma Liang, and I simply wish to enter the Crystalline Rain Region for some experience." Tang Yin responded, his demeanour shifting from nonchalance to a more energetic one, his eyes gleaming with purpose.
"Experience?" Lao Gu Tao’s divine sense conveyed no hint of scepticism whatsoever.
In the world of cultivation, all cultivators sought experiences. It didn’t matter what kind, virtually everything new was considered an experience worth pursuing.
Cultivators frequently travelled to different Regions in search of fresh experiences and to witness the vast world firsthand. This was especially true for Principle Step cultivators, as it was common for these formidable individuals to explore new Principles in the hope of gaining enlightenment or epiphanies to further their cultivation or gain insight and comprehension into their own specific Principle.
The Crystalline Rain Region held a special allure for nearly every cultivator because of the unique crystalline rain found there. This rain was the main attraction, drawing cultivators from far and wide to experience it at least once in their lives.
This appeal was particularly strong for cultivators who practiced Principles related to water, such as the Principle of Water or the Principle of Ice, among others.
The Crystalline Rain Region was just one example. Many other Regions had their own unique features and circumstances that attracted attention and popularity among cultivators.
"I see." Lao Gu Tao murmured to himself.
"Fellow Cultivator Lao, what brings you here in person to meet me? I’m just a cultivator at the Mid-stage of the Principle Manipulation Realm." Tang Yin was using his divine sense to communicate with Lao Gu Tao’s divine sense, which originated from his Mid-stage Principle Manipulation Realm soul. This made him appear as a Mid-stage Principle Manipulation Realm cultivator. Moreover, because Tang Yin had concealed his true cultivation level using the Heaven Deceiving Art, Lao Gu Tao had no means of uncovering his genuine strength.
Tang Yin couldn’t help but find it incredibly peculiar that the most powerful individual in the entire Crystalline Rain Region, as well as the leader of the cultivators situated there by the Divine Emperor Kingdom, had chosen to personally supervise his arrival in the Region.
"Please, Fellow Cultivator Ma, do not misunderstand my intentions. I sensed a dangerous aura emanating from you, which compelled me to personally extend my greetings. I must admit, your aura is indeed quite remarkable." Lao Gu Tao explained, his words tinged with a hint of surprise and apprehension. ƒгeewebnovёl.com
"My aura?" Tang Yin’s initial thought was that his cultivation level and true identity had been exposed. However, after a moment of contemplation, he realized that this wasn’t the situation at all.
When Lao Gu Tao mentioned Tang Yin’s ’aura’, he was actually referring to the overall impression and feeling that Tang Yin conveyed as a person. It had nothing to do with the strength of his cultivation base or his soul.
In other words, it implied that an ordinary person could exude an extraordinary presence if they were something unique. However, such instances were exceedingly rare. There might have been historical anecdotes about such mortals, but their authenticity remained uncertain.
However, it wasn’t overly challenging for cultivators to cultivate a distinctive aura around themselves. For instance, a cultivator who had taken countless lives could exude an aura saturated with death and violence, instilling fear into anyone who merely glanced at them.
While in theory, it was deemed impossible for a mortal to attain this state, there were exceptional circumstances where mortals could achieve it, even though the probability of such an event was abysmally low.
When a cultivator possessed a distinctive aura that originated from the core of their being, it often provided significant insights into their personality. In the case mentioned earlier, someone emitting an aura of death and violence after taking countless lives made it rather straightforward to assess their character. It would be glaringly evident that they were ruthless and devoid of empathy, showing no respect for human life and ready to kill anyone who merely glanced their way.
Tang Yin had encountered several cultivators with unique auras in the past. One notable example was his master, Tian Huang.
Tang Yin could still recall with great clarity the initial encounter he had with Tian Huang. At that moment, Tian Huang appeared to exude an aura that was both divine and unrelenting, as if he were a merciless deity observing the world from an exalted position.
This unique aura had been a constant presence that Tang Yin had sensed from Tian Huang, not only during their first meeting but also throughout their time together.
Whenever he found himself in Tian Huang’s company, it was an experience akin to standing in the presence of a deity, while he, in comparison, felt like nothing more than an insignificant ant, vulnerable to being crushed at any given moment.
As Tang Yin contemplated the situation, he couldn’t detect any distinctive aura emanating from Lao Gu Tao’s divine sense at this moment. Nevertheless, he couldn’t be entirely certain that Lao Gu Tao lacked a unique aura until they met face-to-face. However, Tang Yin had no intentions of agreeing to such a meeting.
