Swallowed Star: The Sacred Eye of Duplication

Ye Yun silently calculated the potential of the blue-gold crystal in his hand. If it helped passively with his cultivation, it would only take about three months for his mental power and genetic energy to reach the ninth planetary level without any risks.

With the aid of the Green Wave Marrow, this time could be shortened even further. In other words, Ye Yun wouldn't have to worry about improving his genetic energy or mental power for the time being. Instead, he could focus on understanding the laws and amplifying his strength.

As he rubbed the blue-gold crystal, Ye Yun realized that without scanning it using the Eye of Replication, it would only benefit him without any harm. However, he suspected the crystal's true functions and effectiveness went far beyond that.

"Momoyu mentioned it contains the fundamental law of water?"

Remembering the simple results from the Momo fish, Ye Yun recalled something from the original book. Luo Feng, after entering the mysterious realm of the Ancestral God Sect, obtained a "Heart of Space"—a material used to refine the original treasure. It was a high-tier material capable of connecting to the sea of space laws.

One level below the "Heart of Space" connected to the eight lower laws of nature: gold, wood, water, fire, earth, wind, thunder, and light.

Above that were the top fusion materials like "Golden Void" and "Wooden Void," with even higher levels that were said to merge all the laws.

Staring at the blue-gold crystal, Ye Yun couldn't help but wonder if this unassuming object could be a material used to refine an origin treasure that connected to the law of water. Origin treasures were highly coveted by cosmic overlords and even universe masters. The thought of possessing such a treasure made Ye Yun feel a surge of excitement. However, as a mere planetary-level figure, he knew he wouldn't survive if others learned he held such a powerful item.

After some thought, Ye Yun carefully stored the crystal. Whether or not it was the legendary "Heart of Soft Water," he had no intention of revealing it to anyone. However, he wasn't ready to give up on it. The opportunity was now in his hands, and he would not throw it away.

Ye Yun reminded himself that he needed to focus on improving his strength. With the blue-gold crystal, he no longer had to worry about cultivation resources before the Cosmic Genius Battle. He could dedicate himself to enhancing his understanding of the laws and his power's amplitude. If he performed well in the battle, he could join the Virtual Universe Company and secure his future development.

If this really is the 'Soft Water Heart,' it's a huge boost. With its help, my mastery of the water realm will skyrocket, and crossing the threshold of water law won't be difficult. By the time the Genius Battle arrives, I might not be weaker than those prodigies!

Sitting in the control room of the spacecraft, Ye Yun couldn't help but smile. Although he was still a bit down, this unexpected reward from his journey lifted his spirits. Humming a tune, he conjured a roasted chicken leg and muttered, "Momo Fish, where are we headed now?"

The Momo fish appeared on the screen, its voice filling the control room.

"Dad, after leaving the Kumei Galaxy, I followed your instructions and entered the dark universe. Our next destination is the Liuya Galaxy. It's under the jurisdiction of the Celestial Empire, a primary civilization in the universe. Should we stop there?"

Ye Yun thought for a moment before responding, "I came out to broaden my horizons in the universe. Who would've thought such a treasure existed in this remote slave galaxy? The universe is full of miracles and opportunities. Let's use the Milky Way as the endpoint and chart a winding route. I want to explore various galaxies and cosmic civilizations to increase my knowledge while practicing. After all this time, my mind needs to be tempered."

Earth Time: August 2057.

Luo Feng, dressed in black, was meeting Hong in the reception room.

"Luo Feng, your discovery of Mist Island and your participation in the mining effort have been invaluable. In recognition of your contribution, you'll receive 15% of the total harvest," Hong said.

A moment later, under Hong's guidance, Luo Feng exchanged his share for the Black God Suit, Sky Shuttle, and "The Fundamentals of Spiritual Master."

As they were about to leave, Hong casually asked, "Luo Feng, I heard you and Ye Yun are classmates?"

Luo Feng chuckled and nodded, replying, "Yes, Master, we're more than just classmates. Ye Yun is my best friend! But aside from a phone call last December, I haven't heard from him. He mentioned he was in seclusion. Do you know anything about it?"

Luo Feng was aware of Ye Yun's status in the Extreme Martial Arts Hall. He surpassed the God of War and ranked among the top ten, with several personal guards and inspectors at his side.

Luo Feng was worried since he hadn't heard from Ye Yun in so long. He feared that Hong had assigned Ye Yun some dangerous mission. Since Hong brought up Ye Yun, Luo Feng decided to ask directly.

Hong shook his head, a rare hint of helplessness on his usually composed face. "This kid told me he was going into retreat, and after that, I haven't heard from him at all. I had planned to have him watch your life-or-death battle with Li Yao on the Australian continent, but we lost contact. I'm more and more puzzled by him—I don't know what he's up to!"

Luo Feng's attention shifted when Hong mentioned Li Yao. After his experience in Kirishima, he'd reached the level of an invincible god of war, and Li Yao was no longer a serious concern for him. Luo Feng wasn't planning to ask Ye Yun for help, even though Ye Yun could easily handle Li Yao's troubles. He wanted to grow on his own, and Li Yao had played a significant role in his current progress.

Luo Feng smiled and said, "Master, Ayun has his own plans. If the Martial Arts Hall needs him, he'll definitely show up to help. Ayun is incredibly talented, and like all of us, he's focused on improving his strength."

Luo Feng also noticed that Ye Yun had changed greatly since the time he fainted in class. He had shown extraordinary talent and behaved unpredictably. Yet, no matter how Ye Yun changed, Luo Feng knew deep down that Ye Yun would always be his good brother.

Hong waved his hand, not wanting to delve into Ye Yun's troubles. He turned to Luo Feng and said, "With your current strength, you no longer need to stay in the elite training camp. I have two options for you."

After listening to Hong's suggestion, Luo Feng chose the position of Jiangnan Base City Supervisor. As he left the headquarters, he glanced toward Jiangnan Base City and sighed, "Ayun, I've improved again… Don't leave me too far behind."

Meanwhile, Ye Yun sat cross-legged in the training cabin of the Black Dragon Mountain-X81 spacecraft, his focus on the floating blue-gold crystal. Using his spiritual power, he immersed himself in the mysteries of the water law and advanced his understanding of the water domain.

During this time, Ye Yun had stayed within the Black Dragon Mountain star field, traveling through major galaxies around the Milky Way. Along the way, he witnessed countless wonders and encountered strange races, such as the three-handed beings in Duya galaxy and the Cyclopes in Suju galaxy. He saw diverse customs and cultures, and through these experiences, Ye Yun felt his soul had been elevated. He realized that one couldn't become a strong person by training behind closed doors alone.

However, the universe wasn't without danger. In remote areas under the control of cosmic empires, Ye Yun encountered space pirates. But with his Black Dragon Mountain-X81 spacecraft, a C5-class vessel, and the Silver Guard, he was well-equipped to handle these threats. His advance warning system, courtesy of Momo Fish, allowed him to stay one step ahead and select the best strategies. As a result, he personally eliminated over a hundred space pirates, including some powerful stellar-level ones.

Thanks to the blue-gold crystal, Ye Yun successfully reached the ninth level of the planetary stage in just two months. He then broke through to stellar level after just one month. At this stage, he no longer used the crystal to aid his cultivation, instead focusing on mastering the water law within. With his strong natural affinity for water, he integrated the water realm into his own unique gun skills, showing early signs of his own school of "Soft Water Gun Skills."

Ye Yun knew that understanding the laws was crucial. With the blue-gold crystal and his own talent, he had a unique advantage in the water law. If he could master it in time for the Cosmic Genius Battle, his future prospects would be promising.

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Author's Note ✏️: You might already know this, but I'd like to mention that in most Xianxia media, 'Spear' is often referred to as 'Gun' 🔫. I can easily change it to 'spear,' but I feel it adds a unique touch to keep the original translation ✨. So, remember that whenever 'gun' is mentioned in this novel, it's referring to a 'spear', not an actual gun.

P.S: Due to some complains I've noticed I've decided to translate 'Gun' to 'Spear' and 'Shooting' to 'spearman ship'. These corrections will be made into later chaps like after ch-78 forward. So plz be patient. 😊

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