"That is also true."
Ye Yunfei nodded after hearing Hun Lao's words.
After all, Gu Huang the Great Emperor's identity was only that of a Heavenly Emperor from the ancient Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds. When Gu Huang left Hun Lao back then, he made it clear that he was going to join the World-Ending War—a conflict that took place within the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds.
The Gudao World Cluster was extremely far from the Three Thousand Major and Minor Worlds, so it should have no relation to Gu Huang the Great Emperor from that region.
"Has everyone noticed?
That black hole is emitting massive amounts of high-grade energy and laws."
Just at this moment, someone exclaimed in surprise.
Immediately, everyone's Soul Power probed toward the black hole.
Indeed, it was so. A vast amount of high-grade energy was surging out incessantly from within the black hole.
Invisible laws streamed forth, then transformed into colorful chains of laws, manifesting in the space around the black hole, as dazzling as a rainbow.
"It seems these are the energy and laws contained within the Guhang Secret Realm. Truly, they are overwhelmingly powerful!" someone remarked in awe.
"Why do I get the feeling these energy and laws belong to the Deity-level?" someone else voiced doubt.
"That's right. These are unquestionably Deity-level energy and laws," an Advanced Demigod said with a grave expression.
"According to my deductions, these energy and laws indeed belong to the Deity-level," a divination master slowly announced.
Aside from Master Ouyang from the Gudao World Cluster, many other well-known divination masters had also rushed here.
"Truly worthy of being the legendary Guhang Secret Realm!
I suspect every bit of energy and law inside this secret realm is at the Deity-level."
All those present were deeply astonished.
"Everyone, now our chance has arrived.
The entry to the Guhang Secret Realm has reopened. That means we can enter to explore and seek treasures!" someone shouted eagerly at this point.
"Correct. Being one of the ten great secret realms in ancient times is no simple matter. There are definitely many treasures and resources inside. If we venture in, the gains will be immense."
Hearing these words, others' spirits lifted, their eyes shining brightly.
"Everyone, with such an opportunity before us, we cannot pass it up.
The Guhang Secret Realm's entrance has been ruptured by the Heavenly God Coffin—a chance like this comes once in a thousand years! What are we waiting for? Let's charge in together!"
Many people could no longer contain themselves, all crying out eagerly.
If this was truly one of the ancient ten great secret realms, the Guhang Secret Realm, very few could resist such temptation. They were eagerly waiting to enter and begin an adventure for treasures.
"Exactly. Let us go in! Why hesitate now?
We must not let such an opportunity go to waste."
An increasing number joined the clamor.
"Let's begin!"
Suddenly, several Demigods shot into the air, rushing toward the black hole that the Heavenly God Coffin had blasted open.
This world never lacks for those brave enough to take risks.
Seeing this movement, more Demigods followed suit.
About five or six Demigods gathered together, rushing toward the black hole.
Among them, the strongest was an Advanced Demigod, with others being Middle-stage and Initial Demigods.
The five or six Demigods reached the black hole's threshold instantly, about to plunge in. But just at that moment—
Bang! Bang! Bang!
The bodies of the Demigods were struck as if by lightning, and they were all sent flying backward. Moreover, each Demigod spat several mouthfuls of blood in succession.
"What happened?"
Everyone else was dumbstruck.
Rumble...
As those Demigods flew backward, waves of energy roar reverberated from the black hole. Then everyone could sense even more terrifying energy and laws screaming out from within, shaking the surrounding space violently.
All felt unsteady on their feet, even their Soul Bodies swaying.
Instinctively, they stepped backward, retreating to distance themselves from the black hole.
Sensing these fearsome energy and laws, everyone seemed to understand: the five or six Demigods had likely been struck and blown back by the terrible energy and laws gushing from the black hole.
"These Deity-level energy and laws are truly horrifying.
We simply have no way to face them directly," a Demigod who had just been knocked away said in terror after spitting more blood.
"Let me try!"
An Advanced Demigod refused to give in, shouting as he stepped forward. Five top-grade Advanced Demigod-level magical treasures shot from his body, each erupting with a torrent of energy.
These were five seven-story pagodas of different colors, a complete set of treasures interconnected. The five pagodas formed a unified entity, boasting tremendous power.
Rumble...
The five pagodas charged forward, the Advanced Demigod himself following close behind, reaching the black hole within moments.
Then he drove the five pagodas to charge inside the black hole.
Using the pagodas as a shield to block the surging energy and laws ahead, while unleashing all his internal energy and laws, this Advanced Demigod began advancing step by step into the black hole.
"This is an elder from the Supreme Purity Sect. Indeed, Demigod experts from a superpower are formidable!" someone exclaimed, seeing the Advanced Demigod stride deeper into the black hole.
Yet, less than a breath later, a disheveled figure was flung violently out from the black hole.
It was precisely the Supreme Purity Sect's Advanced Demigod. After spitting two to three mouthfuls of blood, his face paled noticeably.
"Too terrifying! The Deity-level energy and laws are not something we Demigods can contend with!" the Supreme Purity Sect elder exclaimed with a frightened expression.
Then he moved to one side, found a spot, sat cross-legged, took out healing pills, and began to recuperate.
Witnessing this, the others temporarily dared not to force their way into the black hole.
"Everyone, I think we can join forces—combine the strength of many to charge in together. What do you think?
This is the Guhang Secret Realm. I believe it definitely contains Deity-level treasures and resources. If we can manage to break in, the gains will be enormous."
Soon after, someone proposed.
"Very well. Riches require risk!
Combining forces to charge in is an excellent approach."
Many quickly agreed.
After all, the legendary Guhang Secret Realm was too alluring, especially when it likely held Deity-level artifacts and resources.
Thus, after a short while, a great multitude gathered and launched a joint charge toward the black hole, intent on forcing their way into the Guhang Secret Realm.
This time, thanks to superior numbers, the situation seemed more hopeful. The crowd surged into the black hole together.
Yet, after about five or six breaths.
Ahhh!
Screams echoed from the black hole. Then those outside saw one after another miserable figure hurled incessantly from the black hole, like dumplings tumbling, landing all around the hole.
Moreover, observers noticed that some seemed to have disappeared; only bursts of bloody mist drifted from within.
"Too dreadful!
As one goes deeper into this spatial tunnel, the energy pressure grows stronger.
Just a moment ago, over ten people died inside," a Middle-stage Demigod who had just been ejected cried out in terror.
"Even a Perfected Demigod would find it hard to force their way into this spatial tunnel.
It seems the legendary Guhang Secret Realm is beyond us Demigods. I'm afraid only Deities might stand a chance," an Advanced Demigod who also seemed beaten and battered sighed.
"Only Deities can charge in?"
Hearing this, the gathered crowd was completely astounded.
"In that case, that must mean the Guhang Secret Realm unquestionably contains Deity-level treasures and resources. But we, with our current power, cannot break in. Truly a pity," someone lamented, shaking his head regretfully.
Ye Yunfei had long ago probed into the black hole with his Soul Power, sensing the endless gush of energy and laws emanating from within. He had determined that even with his power, forcing into this spatial tunnel would be exceedingly difficult.
"The energy and laws gushing from this spatial tunnel are all Deity-grade.
Most likely, only a Deity could force its way inside. A Demigod simply has no means," Hun Lao transmitted to Ye Yunfei.
"Indeed so," Ye Yunfei nodded.
"Marvelous!
The Gudao World Cluster's overall quality is rising steadily!"
Suddenly, a blue-robed elder shouted in excitement.
"Master Ouyang, you are right. The world cluster's grade appears to be continually climbing."
"I understand now. The Guhang Secret Realm's passage has been shattered, and these Deity-level energies and laws are pouring endlessly into the Gudao World Cluster, turning into the world cluster's energy and laws. Hence, the cluster's grade is increasing."
Hearing this, the others immediately released their Soul Power to verify, then nodded in agreement.
The blue-robed elder was precisely Master Ouyang, the most famous divination expert in the Gudao World Cluster.
"Haha!
Excellent!
I suddenly feel signs of a breakthrough.
I'm about to undertake my Lightning Tribulation and advance to Advanced Demigod realm!"
Suddenly, a Middle-stage Demigod standing near Master Ouyang shouted excitedly, then turned to leave immediately.
This Middle-stage Demigod was a native expert of the Gudao World Cluster who had been stuck at this realm for a long time, unable to advance. Yet now, he abruptly felt the intense opportunity to break through, so he acted decisively, leaving to seek a place to undergo his tribulation.
"I'm about to break through too!"
A Initial Demigod also screamed in excitement, then employed movement arts to leave, seeking a place to endure his own tribulation.
This Initial Demigod was likewise a native Demigod expert of the Gudao World Cluster.
Next, everyone noticed that practically every Demigod from the Gudao World Cluster showed intense excitement and promptly departed.
All these local Demigods had felt powerful opportunities to break through.
"Haha!
Wonderful!
Having cultivated for so long, I've finally touched the threshold to breakthrough into Demigod realm!"
A Perfected Heavenly Immortal from the Gudao World Cluster suddenly revealed overwhelming emotion, laughing heartily.
Stuck for too long at Perfected Heavenly Immortal, he yearned fiercely to become a Demigod. Now that he felt his Lightning Tribulation imminent, he leaped for joy.
"These Deity-level energy and laws surging from the Guhang Secret Realm are elevating this Gudao World Cluster's grade.
From now on, the beings in this world cluster will cultivate and break through much more quickly and easily.
Indeed, Deity-level energy and laws make it incredibly easy to lift the overall quality of an entire world cluster."
Seeing this scene, someone sighed.
"Truly, these are Deity-level energy and laws."
Just then, a tall demonic race figure appeared abruptly near the black hole, apparently having arrived unnoticed. He studied the black hole for a moment, then spoke softly.
Rolling demonic aura surged around him, intangible magic laws distinctive to the demon race manifesting nearby.
"This is an elder from the Demon Capital—a Perfected Demigod, and rumor says a Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal-level Perfected Demigod! Shouldn't this Demon Clan elder be secluded in the Demon Capital in closed-door cultivation, seeking to advance to Deity-level? Why suddenly appear here?"
Some soon recognized this demon figure: it was truly an elder from the Demon Capital, a Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal-level Perfected Demigod.
Generally, before any True Gods emerged in the Chaotic Void Sea, those Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal-level Perfected Demigods were considered among the apex combatants of this domain.
But such individuals seldom made public appearances, usually pursuing secluded cultivation to undertake their divine tribulation.
A while back, major factions dispatched forces to invade various world clusters, setting up temples to make sacrifices. These offerings were dedicated precisely to the Soul Power Clones of such Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal-level Perfected Demigods.
"Indeed, these are Deity-level energy and laws."
While everyone was focused on the demonic race Perfected Demigod, a plain-looking elder materialized before the black hole. He examined the torrent of energy and laws pouring out, then nodded slightly, speaking in a soft voice.
"He's an old temple master from the Heavenly God Hall!
Once widely renowned across the Chaotic Void Sea, but later suddenly withdrew into seclusion for closed-door cultivation, supposedly for tackling the divine tribulation."
Quickly, his identity was also recognized: a Perfected Demigod powerhouse from the Heavenly God Hall.
"Look!
Dark Faction Perfected Demigods have also arrived.
Heavens, what is going on?
All of them are Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal-level Perfected Demigods!
Shouldn't they be secluded in closed-door cultivation, seeking to break through? Why suddenly so many appear here?"
Seeing these successive appearances of Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal-level Perfected Demigods, everyone felt bewildered.
"All members of the Demon Race, heed my order! Immediately occupy a world within the Gudao World Cluster—the closer to the world cluster entrance, the better."
Just at this moment, an Advanced Demigod of the Demon Race leaped skyward, commanding loudly.
Receiving the command, all Demon Race members followed the Advanced Demigod to rush towards a nearby world.
"All members of the Heavenly God Hall, now is the time! Take over a world!"
Suddenly, an Advanced Demigod from the Heavenly God Hall bellowed.
Then this Advanced Demigod led Heavenly God Hall's forces, charging toward another adjacent world.
Soon after, one after another, other major factions' troops moved, barging into and occupying worlds within the Gudao World Cluster.
The overall power of the Gudao World Cluster was not particularly strong; the whole world cluster together had only a dozen or so Demigods. Thus, it was utterly incapable of resisting those mighty factions.
Soon, many worlds within the Gudao World Cluster were forcibly taken, especially those nearest the Guhang Secret Realm's entrance, almost entirely captured.
"Why are these major factions occupying these worlds within the Gudao World Cluster?"
Many were bewildered, wondering at this behavior.
However, soon shocking news spread: those Nine-Nine Return to Truth Immortal-level Perfected Demigods from these factions were preparing to undergo their divine tribulations within the Gudao World Cluster.
Based on the deductions of divination masters among these factions, undertaking the divine tribulation inside the Gudao World Cluster is an exceedingly ideal location—it could vastly enhance the chances of success.