Chapter 975: Harvest and Dilemma (Mid-Autumn Festival Joy)

The distribution of spoils, presided over by Master Fenghua Emperor, was no longer fair, but clearly favored Xu Jin.

Of course, Xu Jin had long noticed this wasn’t merely Fenghua Emperor’s favoritism, but also reflected the intentions of his mistress, Duyue Emperor.

Both of them likely felt the duty of elders to care for their juniors.

Thus, at the initial spoils distribution, Duyue Emperor merely took a token share—very little.

The elders’ care was their goodwill; for Xu Jin, as a disciple, to voluntarily give up part of the spoils was his own gesture of respect.

It would also greatly enhance Fenghua Emperor’s standing before Duyue Emperor.

The bulk of the spoils consisted of the three Forbidden Domain Streams, obtainable only by Emperor-level cultivators, (Note: Emperor Long Yu’s main Fire element and secondary Space element both had Forbidden Domain Streams.)

Duyue Emperor took only the Space Forbidden Domain Stream—its single tributary—because only that one suited her.

The other two were assigned to Xu Jin and Zhu Linxiao.

One was the Fire Forbidden Domain Stream with four tributaries; the other, the Metal Forbidden Domain Stream from Emperor Ju Ling, with five tributaries.

These were Xu Jin’s greatest gains from this battle, aside from the Zi Yuan Puti Root.

Once cast into the Candou Star River, they could amplify corresponding Star Arts, unleashing astonishing destructive power.

Now he possessed three tributaries of Space, four of Fire, and five of Metal.

Unfortunately, his current Dao Embryo cultivation base limited him to activating only one type of power at a time.

If his Divine Soul cultivation advanced significantly in the future, allowing him to activate two or even all three Forbidden Domain powers simultaneously, combined with Time Acceleration, even Emperor-level cultivators would dread facing him.

“Jin’er, keep these two Forbidden Domain Streams safe. Wait until your cultivation reaches Gao Jie True Person before attempting to comprehend them—under no circumstances should you reveal them now,” Fenghua Emperor specifically warned.

Xu Jin naturally agreed aloud, but immediately slipped them into the Candou Star River.

To date, the Candou Platform remained Xu Jin’s greatest secret.

Aside from the Candou Platform, his master knew nearly all his other secrets.

The spoils from the two Emperors’ Nirmāṇakāya spaces were also extremely rich.

Each of their personal wealth rivaled that of the former Space Emperor Yin Zheng.

Even after dividing among Duyue Emperor, Xu Jin, and Zhu Linxiao, each still received an immense share.

Duyue Emperor took only a few items she could use—primarily primordial treasures, such as Youyu Soul-Refining Flowers, Taiyin Star Essence Seeds, and a small amount of Zhou Tian Star Dew.

Xu Jin noticed Duyue Emperor showed particular interest in a crystal-bead item called Hun Dun Yin within the two Emperors’ Nirmāṇakāya spaces; she was happiest when taking it.

She took half of it outright.

After casually asking, Xu Jin learned Hun Dun Yin was essential for Emperor-level cultivation and a universal currency.

The remaining dozen or so Hun Dun Yin beads, after collecting his share, Xu Jin promptly offered to his master, Fenghua Emperor.

Fenghua Emperor smiled, stroked his short beard, and accepted without refusal.

A disciple’s filial offering must be accepted—it would be rude to refuse.

As for other matters, there would be future exchanges.

Other spoils—especially True Person and Star Jun’s treasures, plus numerous ordinary heavenly treasures—mostly went to Xu Jin and Zhu Linxiao.

Zhu Linxiao’s resources for cultivation advancement were assured for the foreseeable future.

As for primordial treasures, the universal currency, Xu Jin now possessed over a hundred items again, after his earlier spending.

With further refinement and upgrading, they would become priceless Hun Dun Yuan Materials.

As for primordial spiritual materials, there were even more.

In summary: for the next three to five years, Xu Jin had no need to worry about cultivation resources.

Beyond that, what delighted Xu Jin most were the True Person Blood Crystals collected by the two Emperors.

Emperor Long Yu had twelve True Person Blood Crystals, mostly human, with a few from other races; Emperor Ju Ling had slightly more—fourteen.

Mostly human, partly from other races, even including their own species.

Twenty-six True Person Blood Crystals now directly benefited Xu Jin.

In the future, they would allow the Candou Star River to host over one hundred thirty stars, greatly amplifying its power.

However, the number of Law Dao fragments was relatively scarce.

Some Blood Crystals granted Xu Jin two or three uncomprehended Law Daos; others, one or two; some offered none at all—perfect for discarding into the Candou Star River.

Overall, they still provided him with over twenty Law Daos.

This would further strengthen the foundation of his Hun Dun Cloud Tower.

After the spoils were divided, Fenghua Emperor turned to arranging Xu Jin’s next steps.

But before speaking, Fenghua Emperor glanced at Duyue Emperor, then said, “Jin’er, normally, upon your arrival, I would have stationed you on the two star islands under my guard to cultivate and rapidly strengthen your power.

But now that I know your strength is extraordinary, I wish to assign you a task—what do you think?”

“Master, please speak.”

“One of the two star islands under your mistress’s guard has suffered repeated setbacks, causing her to lose face and potentially affecting her future standing.

Originally, there was nothing to be done.

But now that your power is exceptional, I want you to stay on your mistress’s island for a while—to help her recover her losses!”

“After all, when trouble struck your mistress’s island…”

Fenghua Emperor was about to continue, when Duyue Emperor suddenly stepped forward, linked arms with him, and gently tugged.

Fenghua Emperor paused, fell silent, then added, “There’s one more thing you should know!

Among the Tongxuan, Hongluan, Qingyu, and Qianxing War Zones, our Qianxing War Zone has the most relaxed atmosphere, the strongest strength, the most Emperors—but also the fiercest internal competition.”

Xu Jin sensed something odd, but said nothing more—he would listen first, then learn gradually.

His destination was soon settled.

But before leaving, Xu Jin couldn’t help asking, “Master, how is Yuchan doing? She’s been at Qianxing Alliance for nearly two years now.”

At the mention of “Yuchan,” Zhu Linxiao’s ears perked up sharply.

Duyue Emperor immediately noticed the tension and quietly pulled Zhu Linxiao aside to speak in hushed tones.

Fenghua Emperor chuckled, “Jin’er, even if you hadn’t asked, I was going to mention it!

After you settle in a few days, you may visit Yuchan.

Moreover, your Qianxing Token should now allow direct contact with Yuchan.”

“Master, are you saying Yuchan has come to the Star Wastes?”

“But her cultivation isn’t sufficient yet, is it?” Xu Jin was stunned.

“She arrived recently, just breaking through to Great Star Jun. Her cultivation is still weak, but her combat power is extraordinary.

According to Miaozhang Emperor, Yuchan already possesses the strength of a Star Commander.”