Myth Beyond Heaven

Chapter 2541: Grand Scheme (3)



Yun Lintian, Xia Nongyue, and Cai Xieren, escorted by Qi Gang, Lan Hanyu, and Long Bing, found themselves in a lavishly decorated hall.

As Yun Lintian's group entered, Qi Zongwen, Qi Jian, Qi Xun, and Qi Mu looked at them. There were also a few unfamiliar figures. With a glance, Yun Lintian could see that they were Chaos Knights.

Qi Zongwen, his gaze fixed on Yun Lintian, gestured for them to approach. "Welcome back, Yun Lintian," he said, his voice a deep, resonant baritone that echoed through the hall. "I trust your journey was enlightening? Unfortunately, we couldn't gather more Chaos Crystals." Yun Lintian nodded. "It was, Senior," he replied, his voice firm and steady.

Qi Zongwen nodded slowly, his golden eyes gleaming with interest. "I'm eager to hear all about it. But first, let us celebrate your return. A banquet has been prepared in your honor."

With a wave of his hand, servants appeared, carrying trays laden with exotic delicacies and fine wines.

Yun Lintian, Xia Nongyue, and Cai Xieren were led to a table near the dais, where they were joined by Lan Hanyu, Qi Gang, and Long Bing.

"Can you tell me about your experience inside the Abyssal Rift?" Qi Zongwen asked. Qi Xun and Qi Jian had already told him about their experience, but they didn't know what had happened after parting with Yun Lintian.

Yun Lintian recounted the situation, his meeting with Dian Lun, the Chaos Knight, and the revelation of the Gate of the Abyss, without hiding anything.

Qi Zongwen listened intently, his expression grave, his golden eyes reflecting the flickering light of the torches that illuminated the hall.

When Yun Lintian finished his tale, a heavy silence descended upon the hall. The weight of his words hung in the air, a stark reminder of the threat they faced, the danger that loomed on the horizon.

"The Gate of the Abyss," Qi Zongwen finally said, his voice low and thoughtful. "I didn't expect there would be such a thing."

The Gate of the Abyss was undoubtedly the source of the chaos. Just a tiny bit of the Chasm of Uncreation's aura could give birth to countless creatures of chaos. Qi Zongwen couldn't imagine what would happen if the Chasm of Uncreation broke free from the seal.

On the side, the three Chaos Knights stared at Yun Lintian coldly.

Yun Lintian, observing them closely, felt a growing sense of dread. He could sense the dark, chaotic energy that now permeated their beings.

Qi Zongwen, however, seemed oblivious to the change in his disciples. Or perhaps, he was simply choosing to ignore it, clinging to the hope that they were still loyal.

He looked at them. "What have you learned in the Haven? What insights have you gained into the nature of our enemy?"

Yun Lintian raised his brow slightly. For some reason, he felt that Qi Zongwen had a hidden intention in asking this.

Qi Lang, the tallest of the three, stepped forward. His movements, once fluid and agile, now carried a stiffness, a rigidity that spoke of inner turmoil, a conflict between his former self and the dark power that now coursed through his veins.

"The Haven," he began, his voice devoid of its usual warmth and vibrancy, now a monotone, almost mechanical in its delivery, "is a paradise, Master. A realm of pure energy, of boundless knowledge, of unimaginable power."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the assembled group. "The Lord of Chaos," he continued, his voice taking on a reverent tone, "is a being of infinite wisdom and power. He seeks not to destroy, but to transform, to reshape the Realm of Chaos into a realm of perfect order, a realm free from the chaos and suffering that plagues our current existence."

Yun Lintian had the urge to roll his eyes. This reminded him of the propaganda he had seen back on Earth.

"The Lord of Chaos preaches once a year," Qi Lang continued, his voice taking on a fervent, almost zealous quality. "His words are like thunder, shaking the very foundations of the Haven, his wisdom illuminating the darkest corners of our minds. He speaks of the flaws of the current order, of the suffering caused by the imbalance of power, of the need for a new order, a new world, forged in the fires of chaos."

Qi Gang, Lan Hanyu, and Long Bing furrowed their brows. They didn't expect the Chaos Knights to be this brainwashed. It was several times worse than what Yun Lintian had told them earlier.

"And what of the training?" Qi Zongwen asked, his voice laced with apprehension. "What did you learn there?"

Qi Lang's lips curled into a faint, almost imperceptible smile. "The training was rigorous, Master," he said, his voice taking on a hard, almost brutal edge. "We were pushed to our limits, our bodies and minds honed to perfection. We were taught to harness the power of chaos, to wield it as a weapon, to use it to destroy our enemies."

He paused, his gaze shifting toward Yun Lintian, a flicker of something dark and dangerous crossing his eyes. "We were taught that the old ways are flawed," he continued, his voice dropping to a near whisper. "That the old gods are weak and complacent. That only through chaos can we achieve true strength, true power, true enlightenment."

Yun Lintian's eyes flickered slightly, facing Qi Lang's hostility. Why did Qi Lang suddenly mention this? The Old Gods? Was he talking about the Primordial Gods?

However, no matter what kind of hidden message Qi Lang wanted to convey, Yun Lintian knew that there was only one goal for him and the Lord of Chaos behind him to destroy everything and rebuild it.

Yun Lintian's mind raced. He began to think about everything the Beyond Heaven King had done in the past. The struggles Yun Tian went through each life cycle told him that someone clearly didn't want him to grow up and change the fate of the entire universe... Could that person be the Lord of Chaos?

Qi Zongwen took a deep look at Qi Lang. "Not bad. It seems you have learned a lot."

He turned to look at Yun Lintian. "You must be tired. I've already prepared rooms for you."

"Many thanks, Senior," Yun Lintian said politely.Nôv(el)B\\jnn

Qi Zongwen nodded. Everyone exchanged a few more words before returning to their respective rooms.

Inside Yun Lintian's room, Xia Nongyue, Cai Xieren, Qi Gang, Lan Hanyu, and Long Bing

gathered.

Yun Lintian looked at everyone. "Let's go back to the Primal Chaos."