Nian Shi's decision was final. He would not be chasing phantoms. He would consolidate his ultimate victory by mastering the ultimate power.
Tantai Lanling bowed deeply, her expression one of absolute faith. "A wise and lofty plan, my Lord. This lowly one has no objections. I shall stand guard and recuperate my strength, awaiting your glorious ascension."
Nian Shi gave a slight, indifferent nod. Without another word, he moved to the center of the devastated plain, where the barriers had once stood. He sat down in the lotus position, exactly where Yun Lintian had been meditating before.
The Beyond Heaven King's Crown on his brow glowed softly, drawing upon the unique energies of the land to aid him. The dual auras of Creation and Uncreation, now under the command of a ruthless and infinitely experienced will, began to swirl around him with renewed intensity, no longer chaotic, but moving with purposeful, terrifying precision.
