Chapter 284: Successfully Seizing the Inheritance

Chapter 284: Successfully Seizing the Inheritance

Everyone gazed at the semi-transparent entrance, where the inheritance orbs awaited. Murmurs spread through them as they gasped in astonishment:

"Once someone obtains a cultivation method inheritance, they can instantly grasp its theory. They might even reach the minor accomplishment-level or soar to the great accomplishment-level."

"Just these cultivation method inheritances alone are treasures that would make anyone envious."

"Securing those cultivation methods is like being halfway into the Transcendence realm."

"But only one person can enter. All the cultivation methods can be obtained by a single individual."

"And it's the same with those pill and spiritual plant inheritances."

The group's murmurs faded, but the weight of their words lingered in the air.

Jiang Chen looked at the words on the light screen, pondering internally, 'Only one person can enter at a time?'

'No wonder members of the Golden Proud Cult would cast aside their camaraderie, show their true colors, and come to blows over this.'

'I assume that a million years ago, the cultivators of the Immortal Martial Continent wanted to nurture a genuine powerhouse as the 'Pillar of the Continent', which is why they set it up this way.'

'They probably never imagined that it would be a million years later that someone would finally open this Doomsday Cave Heaven.'

'While this inheritance is impressive, it still pales in comparison to my Wordless Heavenly Jade.'

'After obtaining all the cultivation method inheritances, one can only grasp a portion of the theory. To truly harness its power, one must still practice on their own.'

'In contrast, my Wordless Heavenly Jade allows one to completely grasp a cultivation method, as if they've practiced it for countless years.'

'I may have an abundance of cultivation methods, but those spiritual plants are vital for me. Among them are spiritual plants of the Transcendence realm!' Jiang Chen's thoughts continued to swirl, deeply absorbed in the implications of what lay before him.

Obtaining those spiritual plants would surely elevate the Burning World Red Lotus back to the Peak-stage Dao Palace realm.

Such a gain would not only elevate his cultivation base but would also intensify the effects of the cultivation methods he practiced.

Put simply, it would greatly amplify both his realm and combat abilities.

It was also becoming evident that in the original plot, Gu Ran had plans to intervene. He would likely use the Purple Heaven Holy Land as a shield against the Golden Proud Cult and smoothly make his escape.

This was a scenario Jiang Chen was determined to prevent.

His heart was a tumult of emotions. Overwhelm, frustration, and a deep-seated sorrow rose within him, threatening to spill over in tears.

Life was unrelentingly tough for him, Gu Ran.

After all, when an elusive golden opportunity finally presented itself, it was snatched away just as abruptly.

And the outcome? With the formation restraining him, he could only watch in agony as the coveted inheritance was seized by another.

'No! This can't be happening!' Gu Ran seethed internally as a surge of anger overwhelmed him. 'I bore no ill will towards any of you. My only desire was the inheritance, then to depart in peace.'

'Yet, you stand in my way, obstructing my only chance at changing my fate! Now, I'm left with no option but to retaliate. You've all pushed me to this point!' The intent to harm, even kill, was palpable as he glared at the disciples from Purple Heaven Holy Land.

Unbeknownst to Gu Ran, Jiang Chen had already picked up on the subtle shifts in Fate Value amongst the lesser significant supporting characters, deducing who was in imminent peril.

"Master, shield Outer Sect Elder Li Dong." Jiang Chen sent a silent mental message to Ji Mingxiu, positioning himself beyond the light screen.

The light screen's entrance suddenly swung open.

Shortly thereafter, the 'chosen' inheritor from the Purple Heaven Holy Land moved confidently through the formation, gearing up to enter the underground space made of white jade.

Meanwhile, Jiang Chen maneuvered into the underground space with greater stealth and speed, unseen by others.

His tactic? Let the conspicuous actions of others divert attention while he worked clandestinely.

Then, the gentle sounds of "puff, puff, puff" filled the air. The glowing orbs shattered one by one, transforming into luminous streaks of light. They merged at the center, and then, just as quickly, disappeared without a trace.

"What!?" a voice from the Purple Heaven Holy Land group exclaimed in shock.

"The inheritance... it's gone!"

"Who would dare take what's rightfully ours?"

"By the heavens, mobilize everyone! They can't get away with this!" The expressions of the Purple Heaven Holy Land cultivators morphed with alarm. While most were genuinely taken aback, Ji Mingxiu and a few others were merely putting on a show.

'Impossible! There's someone else, hidden like me, intent on taking the inheritance?' Gu Ran's eyes widened in disbelief as he took in the chaotic scene, his stomach churning with a mix of dread and anger. 'Why weren't they confined within the formation? Who could they be?'

The mood grew tense as the surrounding cultivators, now on high alert, unleashed their might, launching widespread attacks.

Masking their faces with horror, Ji Mingxiu and his associates swiftly abandoned the formation, darting towards the underground chamber made of white jade, letting loose a barrage of formidable spells.