Chapter 557: Heavenly Treasure Ship

Buzz—

The space vessel swiftly traversed the passage, incredibly stable. The next stop was the Southern Yu Continent, where they would officially begin their journey away from this region.

Five days later.

Chen Xun and his companions set foot on the land of the Southern Yu Continent, gazing out at a vast expanse.

But before them, a colossal vessel hovered in mid-air, towering like a moving giant mountain suspended in the sky.

The ship's body was constructed from space materials embedded with dazzling magical patterns, emitting a faint glow.

The hull was engraved with strange patterns, resembling ancient celestial script, all conveying one message: it was indestructible!

From the bottom of the ship extended wide blue-white bridges, where beings and powerful figures of various races entered with solemn faces, speaking little and maintaining order.

"Holy crap..."

The entire scene was grand and magnificent, even the space storm stirred their robes to flutter.

However, Ji Yan and the others, having seen much of the world, were not as exaggerated as Chen Xun, only showing a slight appreciation in their eyes.

"Bull, the... Image Stone."

Chen Xun blinked, feeling as if the world before him was somewhat unreal. "Show this to third sister and the others later. Isn't this more impressive than that Misty Qingchen Ship?"

"Moo~~~" Black Bull let out a long breath of astonishment, quickly taking out an Image Stone to record. Over the past two years, they had bought a bunch of Image Stones to store in their storage rings.

"Fellow Daoists heading to Xuanwei Heaven, you may board the ship with your jade tokens. It will depart in half an hour."

A grand voice echoed from all directions, urging cultivators arriving by air, "For those not boarding, please move a hundred miles away to avoid being caught in the spatial turbulence."

On the vast platform resembling a dragon, overseers announced to the surroundings. Every year when the 'Heavenly Treasure Ship' set off, many cultivators came to see off their friends or family, often causing some chaos.

"Xuanwei Heaven has sent word that the large space passage is ready to connect."

"The protective formation has been activated, the Void Mystical Green Secret Stone is being filled, the ship's exterior is stable, and the internal space is stable."

"The bottom passage is preparing to close. For this journey, thirteen thousand five hundred thirty-one Daoists have been registered in the Star Palace, with feedback: no wanted cultivators, all are innocent."

"Southern Yu Immortal Palace reports that the space passages through various regions are stable, permitting the opening of cross-regional space passages."

...

Steady voices resonated around the 'Heavenly Treasure Ship.' Chen Xun and Black Bull walked step by step on the bridge, dumbfounded, their hearts filled with awe.

They looked up, eyes trembling, wondering what kind of scene this represented and how powerful they truly were...

Buzz—

The bridges began to slowly retract, with countless cultivators still standing outside the platform, bidding farewell to their Daoist friends or family with a sense of nostalgia and emotion.

Chen Xun and Black Bull took one last look around before stepping inside with determination.

They seemed to pass through a thin membrane, entering a cabin rich with spiritual qi, surrounded by chaotic mana light, and even glimpses of the majestic scenery outside.

The internal space was vast, with visible mountains, great lakes, and mana staircases leading upward. The ship had five levels, and they were currently on the second level.

"Fellow Daoists, please return to your purchased small cave abodes. The 'Heavenly Treasure Ship' is about to set sail. The journey will take three years."

"The top floor has a place for Dao discussions to ensure the journey is not dull."

"Moreover, the top floor also has a restaurant, Refining Pavilion, and Pill Refining Pavilion for fellow Daoists. Please abide by the rules of the grand world and refrain from dueling within the treasure ship."

"The escort for this journey is Venerable Yun Rui."

...

Heavenly voices appeared in all directions of the cabin, polite and objective.

Cultivators from all sides responded with slight bows. Those who could board this ship were naturally wealthy, and no one would intentionally cause trouble here.

Everyone then took their jade tokens and, following the guidance, went to their designated small cave abodes. Most cultivators preferred solitude, especially on such long journeys, choosing to meditate in seclusion.

Chen Xun and Black Bull also arrived at their cave abode, where thousands of them had been scattered.

Such a 'Heavenly Treasure Ship' was beyond their current means to charter... and there was no need.

The cave abode was small but fully equipped with a pill refining room and other facilities, soundproofing, and mist formations, reminiscent of the caves they used to live in.

"Heh." Chen Xun suddenly chuckled, looking at Black Bull, "Bull, how about it? Gained some knowledge, haven't you?"

Black Bull nudged Chen Xun, nodding repeatedly, still excited. Fortunately, they had spirit stones; otherwise, they couldn't even afford a ticket.

"Damn... these grand world cultivators are truly formidable."

Chen Xun clicked his tongue in admiration, looking around, already beyond his understanding. "In the Mengmu Sea Region, weren't we just playing around? We need to get out and see more."

"Moo!" Black Bull nudged Chen Xun, grinning widely, indeed.

As they joked, a grand voice spread throughout:

"Fellow Daoists, calm your minds and prepare to traverse the large space passage. There will be unavoidable turbulence from the massive spatial currents."

As the voice fell, rumble!

The entire 'Heavenly Treasure Ship' emitted a loud roar, and the cabin shook like an earthquake, though it only lasted a few breaths, and everyone was mentally prepared.

The surrounding boundaries and the formation light shield above began to transform into a dazzling display, with stars shining and nebulae drifting, like traveling through the Star Palace, quite dreamlike.

Chen Xun tightly hugged Black Bull, eyes filled with excitement and thrill, though there was a strong sense of being pushed back, causing some discomfort, but this sensation gradually diminished.

Gradually, everything stabilized, and many cultivators stepped out of their cave abodes to exchange information and such.

Everyone who came with Chen Xun was in seclusion in their small cave abodes; this journey was not for leisure.

Their sole purpose for going to Xuanwei Heaven was the Tower of Babel, to break through to Unity there!

Only Ji Yan, with a calm demeanor, roamed the surroundings, his amiable aura naturally endearing him to others, beginning to make connections with fellow Daoists on the 'Heavenly Treasure Ship.'

These people all had value to him, even if just insignificant figures, each had their specific use.

Black Bull set up a few Image Stones in the small cave abode to show third sister and Little Chi later, planning to come again together.

Time began to pass silently, the journey uneventful and extremely safe.