Free Web NovelChapter 389: Origin Palace
Meanwhile, inside the Abyss Firmament, Tang Yin took in the unfamiliar sight of his world.
The previous time he had ventured into the Abyss Firmament, it was nothing more than a 10-kilometer-wide platform suspended in the centre of a vast, 10,000-kilometer expanse void.
However, now, things were different.
The Abyss Firmament had undergone a transformation. On the southern section of the 10-kilometer platform, a substantial landmass had emerged and branched off. This landmass bore a striking resemblance to the terrain one might encounter when traversing a desert or a desolate wasteland.
This vast ’barren wasteland’ was of extraordinary magnitude, extending over a staggering 90 kilometres in size!
Tang Yin was aware that this expansive region was the Flametail Scorpion Biome, meticulously created by the Flametail Scorpion Mother. After all, he had given her specific instructions to create this environmental Biome before allowing her and her nest to enter the Abyss Firmament.
At present, a 100-kilometre-wide platform floated within the 10,000-kilometre large void. The northern section of this platform was covered in lush, vibrant grass that exuded an aura of tranquillity and serenity. This verdant area comprised just one-tenth of the entire platform.
The remaining nine-tenth of the platform essentially consisted of a vast, barren wasteland, dominated by sandy terrain.
Naturally, Tang Yin understood that the Flametail Scorpion Biome wasn’t truly a wasteland. The Flametail Scorpion Mother’s new nest lay hidden underground, rendering the Biome’s exterior appearance perfectly unremarkable and ordinary.
Apart from this, Tang Yin had a strange expression on his face.
On the original landmass of the Abyss Firmament, the initial 10-kilometre grassland had undergone a significant change. This new addition was so extensive that it essentially covered the entire 10 kilometres of lush grassland. Importantly, this addition was thoughtfully designed to avoid encroaching upon the territory of the Flametail Scorpion Biome, rendering the original landmass of the Abyss Firmament almost unrecognisable.
The recent addition to the Abyss Firmament was an immense castle or palace, or whatever its exact nature might be. This colossal structure spanned slightly more than 8 kilometres, standing as a majestic and imposing edifice.
Tang Yin could discern that the structure was crafted from a diverse range of Qi-infused ores and precious materials. Its primary hue was black, complemented by a secondary colour of white.
The sheer size of the structure was so astonishing that even Tang Yin was momentarily taken aback. This was the first time he had ever encountered a palace of such colossal magnitude. freeweɓnovēl.coɱ
"Master! Do you like it?" As Tang Yin was marvelling at the grandeur of the colossal palace, a voice, sweet enough to melt a person’s heart, resounded from beside him.
"Did you create this?" Tang Yin was aware that such a massive palace couldn’t have simply materialized out of thin air. The only one with the necessary authority in the Abyss Firmament was Xiao Fei.
"Hehe! Naturally, Master needs a place for cultivation, right? I instructed the slaves to construct it." Xiao Fei stated with an air of pride, her expression clearly expectant of praise from Tang Yin.
"This..." While Tang Yin did recognize the necessity of having a place for cultivation, an 8-kilometre large palace seemed a bit excessive to him.
"Master, let me give you a tour." Like an eager child, Xiao Fei grasped Tang Yin’s hand and hurriedly led him to the palace.
Upon reaching the palace’s entrance, Xiao Fei suddenly remarked, "Master, I’ve decided to name it the Origin Palace because it was built on the Abyss Firmament’s original landmass."
Tang Yin nodded absentmindedly, completely engrossed by the magnificence of the Origin Palace up close.
The outer walls of the Origin Palace were fashioned from jet-black stones, meticulously polished to a flawless shine. These walls soared to an imposing height, embellished with intricate white jade carvings portraying a multitude of exotic and mythical creatures, each appearing as though they could lay waste to the world with a single gaze.
Towering black gates, each adorned with silver door knockers in the shape of phoenixes, stood as sentinels at the entrance to the Origin Palace.
As Xiao Fei and Tang Yin drew nearer, the Origin Palace’s form emerged as a harmonious blend of darkness and light, embodying the principles of Yin and Yang.
The fundamental structure was an interconnected arrangement of pavilions and towers, ascending in tiers, with the central edifice being the most prominent within the complex. These structures featured eaves adorned with white porcelain tiles, and their intricately designed wooden frames were coated in a glossy black lacquer. Subtle white silk banners waved gently in the breeze, bearing inscriptions that hinted at ancient wisdom.
The Origin Palace was encircled by carefully managed Zen gardens. Gravel pathways wound through miniature rock formations, interspersed with intricate stone lanterns in black and white, emitting an otherworldly radiance. An enchanting koi pond, mirroring the colour scheme of the Origin Palace, housed fish with vividly contrasting hues. Cherry blossom trees, with bark that was both white and black, were dispersed throughout, providing a serene contrast to the palace’s magnificence.
The interior of the Origin Palace was equally awe-inspiring. The central hall was a sprawling area of gleaming black marble, embellished with intricate white marble carvings illustrating the mysteries of the universe. The ceilings featured a pattern of black lacquered beams and white silk drapes, evoking a sensation of boundless space.
The grand throne room functioned as the core of the Origin Palace, featuring a splendid ebony throne embellished with intricate mother-of-pearl inlays that sparkled like stars in the night sky.
Every bedroom inside the Origin Palace served as a tranquil sanctuary, furnished with black and white silks and enriched by valuable materials. Tang Yin’s personal meditation chamber represented a sacred area, bathed in the glow of black candles and embellished with white jade sculptures depicting mythical creatures.
One section of the Origin Palace was dedicated to the Alchemy Chamber, discreetly nestled in one of the palace’s secluded wings. As Tang Yin ventured inside, the air was scented with the aroma of exotic herbs and rare ingredients.
The room was bathed in a gentle, otherworldly light emanating from luminescent crystals embedded in the walls, casting a soothing radiance over the area.
Shelves covered the walls, laden with jars and vials holding an array of ingredients such as Dragonwort, Ember Crystals, Moonstone Dust, and numerous other precious components and materials.
At the chamber’s centre, a spacious alchemical workstation crafted from polished black marble stood, complete with intricate alembics, retorts, and crucibles. A low, steady blue flame from a Bunsen burner hung over a cauldron, where Medicinal and Spiritual Pills were poised for preparation.
"Master, when you have your own dedicated Alchemist, you can have them craft pills for you in this chamber." Xiao Fei said with enthusiasm.
"Impressive, indeed." Tang Yin acknowledged with a nod before proceeding to the next Forging Room with Xiao Fei.
Stepping into the Forging Room, Tang Yin was enveloped by searing heat, and the ambience was dominated by the commanding presence of an enormous, roaring furnace. The furnace, made of black iron and fuelled by white-hot coals, emitted a fierce radiance that suffused the entire area with fiery illumination.
The walls of the room were adorned with various Artifacts, each a testament to Tang Yin’s wealth. A blacksmith’s anvil, massive and imposing, stood at the centre. Racks holding hammers, tongs, and files were neatly organized around the forge. White marble countertops offered ample room for crafting and inscribing intricate designs on the completed Artifacts.
"Similar to the Alchemy Chamber, you can place any skilled Forger here to create Artifacts for you." Xiao Fei explained.
Tang Yin remained relatively quiet, choosing instead to closely examine the Forging Room. After a period of observation, he turned and exited with Xiao Fei, proceeding to the next room.
The Library of Ancient Scrolls exuded an atmosphere of serene reverence and profound wisdom. It occupied a spacious chamber with towering black shelves adorned with intricate designs illustrating the passage of time and the balance of opposites. The shelves were filled with innumerable scrolls, some encased in ebony silk, while others were swathed in ivory. Soft, flickering candlelight provided illumination, creating a warm and contemplative ambience.
At the room’s centre, a colossal black stone desk dominated the space, its surface strewn with unfurled scrolls and age-old texts. On the far wall, a silk tapestry in black and white, depicting the eternal interplay of Yin and Yang, offered a tranquil backdrop for those who sought enlightenment among these sacred scrolls and volumes, repositories of ancient knowledge.
Tang Yin immediately recognized each scroll, tome, and book in the Library of Ancient Wisdom. After all, he had amassed every single one of them from the commencement of his cultivation journey, and he had also read most of them.
"Xiao Fei... Where did you acquire the resources to construct this Origin Palace?" Tang Yin inquired with a solemn countenance.
From what he could discern, he had only explored a little over half of the Origin Palace, and yet its value alone could already match the wealth of a Rank 6 Organization.
After all, everything was constructed from a considerable quantity of valuable materials and resources. Perhaps, not even most Law Domain Realm cultivators would possess such a grand and costly palace dedicated solely to themselves.
