Chapter 2465: A Sword Across Fingers

Chapter 315: A Sword Across the Fingers

"What method?" Su Chen asked.

"Go to the Origin Stone of the Immemorial Emperor!" the Spirit King said.

"The Origin Stone of the Immemorial Emperor?" Su Chen furrowed his brow slightly.

"Yes, the Origin Stone of the Immemorial Emperor. It is the power core of the Immemorial Emperor, the central control stone. Only by controlling the Origin Stone can one control the entire Immemorial Emperor. The Origin Stone is located in the deepest part of the Immemorial Emperor, surrounded by layers of defenses. Each layer requires tremendous power to break through, and the deeper you go, the more powerful the defenses. But if you can break through all the defenses and reach the Origin Stone, you can control the Immemorial Emperor. Only then can you escape from here," the Spirit King said.

"Control the entire Immemorial Emperor?" Su Chen looked thoughtful.

The Origin Stone of the Immemorial Emperor. Was this the only way out?

"But the layers of defenses you mentioned, how powerful are they?" Su Chen asked.

"Beyond your imagination," the Spirit King said. "The Immemorial Emperor was a giant war machine created by the Immemorial God Dynasty to resist powerful enemies. Its defenses are incredibly strong. Even if you have the power of a Creation realm cultivator, it would be difficult to break through. Moreover, time is limited. Once the Immemorial Emperor completely revives, its power will be even more terrifying."

"So, even if I reach the Origin Stone, I might not be able to control it?" Su Chen asked.

"Yes, to control the Origin Stone, you need not only strength but also a specific method. The Origin Stone of the Immemorial Emperor is extremely complex, and ordinary methods are useless. You need to find the correct control method," the Spirit King said.

"The correct control method? Where can I find it?" Su Chen asked.

"I don't know," the Spirit King shook its head. "The control method is a secret of the Immemorial God Dynasty. It might be hidden within the Immemorial Emperor, or it might be somewhere else entirely."

This method seemed even more difficult.

Breaking through layers of powerful defenses in a limited time, reaching the core, and then finding a secret control method within the complex structure of the Immemorial Emperor. This was a challenge that seemed almost impossible.

"Is there any other way?" Su Chen asked.

"Perhaps," the Spirit King said hesitantly. "If you can find the heart of the Immemorial Emperor and disrupt its power core, it might cause a collapse. But the heart is even more difficult to reach than the Origin Stone, and it's guarded by even more powerful defenses. Furthermore, disrupting the heart might cause the Immemorial Emperor to self-destruct, which would be devastating."

Su Chen fell silent. Both options seemed extremely dangerous. The first option required incredible power and knowledge, while the second risked self-destruction. Neither was ideal.

"Are there any weaknesses in the Immemorial Emperor?" Su Chen asked.

"Weaknesses?" The Spirit King seemed to ponder. "Every machine has weaknesses, but the Immemorial Emperor was built by the Immemorial God Dynasty, their pinnacle of technology. Its weaknesses are extremely subtle and well-hidden. I don't know of any obvious weaknesses."

Su Chen sighed. It seemed there was no easy way out.

He needed to make a decision. Time was running out.

He looked at the Spirit King. "Spirit King, are you willing to help me?"

The Spirit King was silent for a moment, then said, "My existence is bound to the Immemorial Emperor. If you destroy it, I will cease to exist. But if you can control it, I might have a chance to gain true freedom. I will help you."

"Thank you," Su Chen said.

"But my help is limited. I can provide you with some information about the internal structure of the Immemorial Emperor and some of its defenses, but I cannot fight alongside you. I am just a spirit," the Spirit King said.

"That information is already valuable," Su Chen said.

"Alright then. What is your plan?" the Spirit King asked.

Su Chen thought for a moment, then said, "We'll go for the Origin Stone. While it's difficult, it's the only way to gain control. We'll have a chance to escape and potentially gain a powerful ally in the Immemorial Emperor."

"Very well. I will guide you to the location of the Origin Stone and provide you with information about the defenses," the Spirit King said.

Su Chen nodded. He knew this would be an uphill battle, but he had to try.

With the Spirit King's guidance, Su Chen began his journey through the inner workings of the Immemorial Emperor.

The internal structure of the Immemorial Emperor was a complex network of tunnels, chambers, and machinery. The air was thick with the scent of metal and energy. Strange humming sounds echoed through the corridors.

As they moved deeper, the defenses became more intense. Energy barriers, automated sentries, and even robotic guardians appeared. Su Chen had to use all his skills and power to overcome these obstacles.

The Spirit King's information was crucial. It helped Su Chen anticipate the defenses and find the most efficient paths.

They fought their way through numerous layers of defenses, each more challenging than the last. Su Chen's energy was being depleted rapidly, but he pushed on.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, they reached a massive chamber at the heart of the Immemorial Emperor.

In the center of the chamber, a colossal crystal pulsated with a blinding light. This was the Origin Stone of the Immemorial Emperor.

Layers of powerful energy barriers surrounded the Origin Stone, emitting a fearsome aura.

"This is it," the Spirit King said. "The Origin Stone. Now you need to break through these barriers and find the control method."

Su Chen looked at the daunting defenses. He knew this was the most challenging part.

He took a deep breath and unleashed his power.

Golden light erupted from his body as he channeled his True Origin. He attacked the first energy barrier with all his might.

The barrier shimmered and resisted his attack. It was incredibly strong.

Su Chen continued to attack, focusing his power on a single point. After several relentless assaults, the barrier finally cracked and shattered.

He moved on to the next barrier. Each barrier was stronger than the last, requiring more and more effort to break through.

As he fought, he felt the energy of the Immemorial Emperor growing stronger. The revival process was accelerating.

Time was running out.

He pushed himself to the limit, his muscles burning and his energy reserves dwindling.

He broke through barrier after barrier, his determination fueled by the urgency of the situation.

Finally, after a grueling battle, he reached the last barrier. This one was the strongest yet, emanating an aura of immense power.

Su Chen gathered all his remaining strength and launched a final attack.

The barrier roared and resisted, but Su Chen's attack was relentless.

With a final push, the last barrier shattered.

Su Chen stumbled forward, exhausted but victorious.

He stood before the Origin Stone, the massive crystal pulsating with power.

"You did it," the Spirit King said, its voice filled with awe. "You broke through all the defenses."

Now came the next challenge: finding the control method.

Su Chen looked at the complex patterns and symbols etched onto the surface of the Origin Stone. It was a maze of information, and he had no idea where to start.

"How do I find the control method?" Su Chen asked the Spirit King.

"The control method is not a physical object. It is a method of interacting with the Origin Stone's energy. You need to sense the energy flows within the stone and find the correct sequence to activate it," the Spirit King said.

Su Chen closed his eyes and focused his senses. He extended his spiritual awareness towards the Origin Stone, trying to feel its energy.

He felt a vast and complex network of energy flows within the stone. It was like a giant circuit board, with countless pathways and nodes.

He needed to find the correct sequence of activation.

He began to explore the energy flows, carefully tracing each path and trying to understand its function.

It was a painstaking process, like trying to decipher an ancient language without a dictionary.

As he explored, he felt the energy of the Immemorial Emperor surging around him. The revival was nearing completion.

He had to hurry.

He continued to explore the energy flows, searching for a pattern, a sequence that felt different, that felt like a control mechanism.

Hours passed, or perhaps it was only minutes, time seemed to blur in this place.

He was about to give up when he stumbled upon a small, almost hidden, energy pathway. It was different from the others, flowing with a peculiar rhythm.

He focused his spiritual awareness on this pathway and followed its flow.

It led him to a nexus point, a central node where several energy flows converged.

He felt a sense of recognition, a feeling that this was the key.

He cautiously extended his spiritual awareness to the nexus point and attempted to interact with it.

A surge of energy flowed through him, connecting him to the Origin Stone.

He felt the immense power of the Immemorial Emperor, its systems, its defenses, its weapons – all within his grasp.

He had found the control method.

He had a brief moment of exhilaration, but it was quickly replaced by the realization of the immense responsibility he now held.

He could control the Immemorial Emperor. He could use it to escape, or he could use it for something else entirely.

But before he could make a decision, a voice echoed in his mind.

"Intruder! You have activated the Origin Stone!"

The voice was cold and metallic, filled with an ancient power.

Suddenly, the chamber around him began to transform. Mechanical parts shifted and rearranged themselves.

From the walls and floor, monstrous figures emerged. They were metallic guardians, their eyes glowing with a menacing light.

"You will not control the Immemorial Emperor!" the metallic voice roared. "The Immemorial Emperor belongs to the Immemorial God Dynasty!"

More guardians appeared, surrounding Su Chen.

He was trapped.

He had gained control of the Origin Stone, but now he had to defend it.

The battle had just begun.