Chapter 1372: Changchun Patriarch

Pure Nine Lotus Lantern:

Yen Xinjie integrated the grand methods of the immortal sects with ancient traditions, accumulating profound knowledge. Following Lin Daoming's successful experience, he believed that by refining the 'fetal essence qi,' he could achieve the Spirit Transformation stage. However, after taking over a new body and entering seclusion, he was consistently unable to break through the bottleneck from Nascent Soul to Spirit Transformation. After careful research, Yen Xinjie discovered that...

The Star River team's operations did not cease with their brief victory; on the contrary, they became even busier. With the advent of the 'Nine Revolutions Reincarnation Elixir,' various major sects requested to join forces, collaborating on the development of more potent elixirs and formations. Lin Yu was well aware that peace in the cultivation world was not a lasting state; hidden powers could resurface at any moment.

### Exploring the Abyss Rift

To uncover the secrets behind the 'Lord of Nothingness,' Lin Yu decided to investigate the 'Abyss Rift.' He gathered the core members of the Star River team, including Su Yao, Li Qingfeng, Qin Hao, Liu Yan, and A'gu, and together they journeyed to the rift's location—a mysterious region deep within the far northern ice plains.

Upon arriving at the rift, they found the space highly distorted, and the surrounding spiritual energy became extremely volatile. The rift emitted an unsettling aura, as if narrating the presence of something ancient and terrifying. 'This place is indeed not simple,' Lin Yu said with a frown. 'We must proceed with caution.'

Su Yao retrieved a jade slip containing information on spatial laws she had obtained from the Qingyun Sect. 'According to my research, this "Abyss Rift" might be a passage connecting different dimensions. If we can find its core, we might uncover more secrets about the origins of the cultivation world.'

However, the process of entering the rift was not smooth. Its interior was filled with various deadly traps and bizarre spatial fissures. Qin Hao wielded his Frost-Shattering Sword, repeatedly cutting through obstacles to clear a path for the team; Liu Yan used her spiritual energy shield to protect everyone from corrosive toxic mist; and A'gu, with his keen sensory abilities, detected dangers in advance and warned his teammates to evade them.

After several days of arduous travel, they finally reached the core area of the rift. There stood a massive stone monument, covered in ancient runes and emanating dazzling light. Lin Yu reached out and touched the monument, immediately feeling a vast amount of information surge into his mind.

'This is... the memory of creation!' Lin Yu murmured in shock. Through this information, he learned that the cultivation world was actually created by a powerful entity named the 'Chaos Ancestor.' The 'Lord of Nothingness,' a clone of the Chaos Ancestor, was initially tasked with protecting the cultivation world but gradually degenerated into an evil force threatening the world's balance over time.

'So that's it!' Su Yao said gravely. 'No wonder the "Lord of Nothingness" is so persistent about us. It wants to regain control of this world, even destroy everything, to rebuild its own order!'

'Damn it!' Qin Hao roared. 'No matter its purpose, we cannot let it succeed!'

### The Truth of the Eternal Spring

Meanwhile, another clue surfaced. Through his in-depth research on the 'Eternal Spring,' Li Qingfeng discovered that the spring water contained incredibly pure life energy. This energy could not only nourish all living things but might also be connected to the Chaos Ancestor's primordial power. 'I suspect the "Eternal Spring" is actually a crucial node left behind by the Chaos Ancestor,' Li Qingfeng stated. 'If its power can be fully activated, it might be used to counter the "Lord of Nothingness."'

Consequently, the Star River team split into two groups. One group, led by Lin Yu, continued to explore the secrets within the Abyss Rift; the other, led by Li Qingfeng, went to the location of the 'Eternal Spring' to attempt to activate its hidden power.

Near the Eternal Spring, Li Qingfeng encountered unexpected resistance. A group of cultivators calling themselves the 'Void Cult' suddenly appeared, claiming to be loyal followers of the 'Lord of Nothingness,' and attempted to prevent the Star River team from approaching the spring.

Battle inevitably erupted. Although the Void Cult cultivators were numerous, under Li Qingfeng's skillful command, the Star River team, relying on their tacit cooperation and the enhancement of the 'Nine Revolutions Reincarnation Elixir,' successfully repelled the enemies. Ultimately, Li Qingfeng located the crucial mechanism controlling the spring and initiated an ancient ritual.

As the ritual concluded, the 'Eternal Spring' burst forth with dazzling light, and the entire world seemed to tremble. A mighty surge of energy shot skyward, directly pointing towards the Abyss Rift.

### Prelude to the Final Battle

When Lin Yu returned from the Abyss Rift, he witnessed this exact scene. He felt the energy resonate with the information he had previously encountered, and a realization struck him: 'This is the key to defeating the "Lord of Nothingness"!' However, just then, a low chuckle echoed from the sky. 'Interesting, you actually found such a method.' A dark figure descended from above—it was the 'Lord of Nothingness.'

'It seems it's time to end this game,' Lin Yu said, drawing his long sword, his gaze sharp as a torch. 'Today, we will settle this right here!'

Both sides quickly engaged in intense combat. Lin Yu and the others unleashed their unique skills in a joint effort, entering a life-or-death struggle with the 'Lord of Nothingness.' Although their opponent possessed terrifying strength, the Star River team gradually gained the upper hand by utilizing the power of the 'Eternal Spring.'

At a crucial moment, Lin Yu recalled the knowledge he had gained from the Abyss Rift and comprehended an entirely new fighting method. He merged his spiritual energy with the power of the 'Eternal Spring,' forming a pillar of light capable of tearing through space, striking directly at the core of the 'Lord of Nothingness.'

Accompanied by a shrill scream, the 'Lord of Nothingness' disintegrated into specks of starlight and vanished between heaven and earth. The crisis in the cultivation world was thus completely resolved.

### A New Beginning

After the battle, Lin Yu stood atop a high vantage point, gazing down at the land, his heart filled with emotions. He knew that this victory was merely a milestone in the long journey of the cultivation world. Countless challenges still awaited them in the future, but he believed that as long as the Star River team remained united, nothing would be impossible.

'Let's go back, my brothers and sisters,' Lin Yu turned and said to the others. 'Our story has only just begun.'