[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea":3,"chapter-i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-1565":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Ascend to the Divine Throne through Arcane Means",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1089131,1419,"Chapter 1565 - 870: Treasures in the Underground City (Part 2)","i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-1565",1565,"\u003Cp>He didn’t know how long he had been moving forward when he suddenly felt a peculiar vibration coming from ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This vibration was faint, like a gigantic monster far away gently stomping its foot, yet it persisted without ceasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The experienced [Geisla] instantly became alert, his ears trembling slightly as he carefully discerned the source and nature of the vibration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew very well this was unlikely a sign of Abyssal Demon activity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Abyssal Demons move, it is often accompanied by heavy footsteps and savage roars, and those vibrations are violent and short-lived. However, this time, the vibration had a unique rhythm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could it be another treasure encounter?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sila speculated with a bit of excitement in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the Underground City, many treasures often come to life in unknown corners, sometimes accompanied by peculiar anomalies when they appear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The last time he found an Advanced Magic Gem was within a wall cracked open by vibrations in the Underground City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, at the same time, such signs in the Underground City also represent danger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, it’s not just him attracted to them, but also various Abyssal Demons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Geisla] knew this well, biting his teeth as he wrestled with a mental dilemma.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On one hand, he worried about facing those powerful Abyssal Demons, worried he might be stopped here;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, he came into the Underground City precisely for the treasures, and this anomaly seemed much more special than last time. He couldn’t bring himself to not take a look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a mental struggle, his desire for the treasure and longing for adventure ultimately won.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took a deep breath and cautiously proceeded forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He moved slowly along the passage, testing the ground to ensure it was firm with every step he took.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he approached the source of the vibration, the tremors grew stronger, and [Geisla]’s heartbeat quickened correspondingly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eventually, he arrived at a spacious Underground City area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The area was shrouded in a faint yellow mist, obscuring visibility of its contents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Geisla] hid at the entrance, carefully leaning out to observe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon stepping into this area, the scene before him took his breath away, as if he had entered a dreamlike otherworld.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This place resembled a wondrous canyon, utterly different from the other dark, damp, and stench-filled parts of the Underground City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Here, it seemed as if an invisible and enormous hand had ruthlessly torn the Earth open, revealing its deep depths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The canyon’s rock walls towered on either side, as if they were loyal guardians protecting this magical land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The canyon walls were covered with luminescent blue moss emitting a gentle glow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These mosses, like stars in the night sky, decorated the rock walls, casting a dreamlike glow over the entire canyon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clear streams flowing from crevices in the rock walls meandered down like graceful ribbons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The water flowed with a clear, crisp sound, akin to a melodious symphony orchestrated by Nature, providing a sense of purification to the spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These streams ultimately converged into a small lake in the center of the canyon. The lake surface glistened, reflecting various colors under the glow of the luminescent moss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the center of this small lake, there was a lone blue stone platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stone platform was ancient in design, bearing various mottled markings on its surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the stone platform, an oval brown-yellow Crystal Stone hovered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Crystal Stone was like a mysterious star, emitting a unique charm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its surface wasn’t smooth, appearing as if composed of countless glass-like reflective surfaces, each reflecting the surrounding light, radiating a starlit glow that was mesmerizing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A dense concentration of Earth Magic Elements floated around the Crystal Stone, drifting like light veils, bestowing an air of mystery and solemnity to the Crystal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These Earth Magic Elements appeared to have life, constantly shifting and transforming in shape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sometimes they coalesced into massive earthen blocks, sometimes they transformed into tiny grains of sand, leaving one in awe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, [Geisla] noticed quite a few Abyssal Demons already sensed the anomaly and gathered on the canyon walls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These Abyssal Demons varied greatly in form, some huge like a small mountain, covered in tough scales exuding a terrifying aura, while others were as agile as leopards, with a fierce glint in their eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oddly, these Abyssal Demons seemed extremely averse to the Crystal Stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whenever their gaze fell upon the Crystal, they showed a look of displeasure, instinctively moving forward as if wanting to destroy this peculiar Crystal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet simultaneously, they dared not approach the Crystal, as though an invisible force around it was warding them off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Geisla] hid behind a large rock at a distance, his eyes fixed intently on the Crystal Stone and the surrounding Abyssal Demons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Geisla] dared not get too close; any one of these Abyssal Demons had an intimidating presence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Couldn’t afford to provoke them!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, there was no way to stealthily take the Crystal Stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though a bit disappointed, [Geisla] quickly recomposed himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such a special treasure, even if unreachable, its information alone was immensely valuable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coincidentally, the White Dove Chamber of Commerce had been offering high prices for Extraordinary resources and precious treasures from the Underground City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Submitting this information should bring worthwhile rewards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Geisla] made no hesitation. After all, several similar posts on the player forum already proved the White Dove Chamber of Commerce’s reputation in such matters was indeed quite commendable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet at this moment, a lion-like Abyssal Demon seemed unable to resist its impulse, leaping down from the rock wall in a sudden rush.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its form was like a streak of dark red light, filled with madness, as it dashed viciously towards the Crystal Stone radiating mysterious light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its gaping maw, lined with sharp tusks, reflected a chilling gleam, as though ready to swallow the Crystal Stone in one bite.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Abyssal Demons already agitated due to the Crystal were suddenly thrown into chaos by this abrupt act.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some let out low growls, some tensed up, as though hesitating whether to join the charge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, just as the lion-shaped demon beast was about to make contact with the Crystal Stone, the still lake below it suddenly surged violently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A colossal, immensely imposing silhouette emerged from the lakebed—a terrifying Stone Giant radiating a strong aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Stone Giant was composed entirely of hard rocks, its surface etched with rough textures, and its eyes burned like blazing embers, exuding immense authority and anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Stone Giant stood in the water, extending its pillar-like arm at lightning speed to seize the lion-shaped Abyssal Demon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lion-shaped demon beast struggled in fear, letting out a shrill cry, but under the Stone Giant’s terrifying might, its struggle was utterly futile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a tremendous yank, the Stone Giant brutally tore the lion-shaped demon beast in two with a rip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood and entrails rained down like droplets, splattering the earth around the Crystal Stone and releasing a pungent scent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other Abyssal Demons recoiled from the bloody and terrifying spectacle; their previous restless inclinations vanished without a trace in an instant, leaving the entire valley in dead silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Geisla] witnessed this scene, and had no other thoughts, quickly turning to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And just as he was leaving, two figures stood in the shadows of the Underground City, with one saying:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Morris, the Earth Church is actually so generous to bring out a [Heart of Origin Soil]?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look at who they’re offering it to.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then... do we have to return it after use?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They never intended to take it back once given.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In that case, I won’t stand on ceremony.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1264,"2026-06-03T10:59:03.386Z","2026-06-03T10:59:11.932Z",1,"novelbin.me","b53f0329a73fa342ee57a414732e9ef09383a47a96e1d92a4ef30d5b86ccb0fd","i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-1618","i-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-chapter-1617",1658,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-ascend-to-the-divine-throne-through-arcane-mea-cover.jpg"]