Chapter 359: Level 88, Chaos Treasure Unlocked!

Entering the realm of the Flame World Tree, about a week.

Ta Ke's level rose to the peak of Level 79.

At the previous rate, it would have taken a whole month to reach that level.

But with the system's point allocation perfectly coordinated with the Ancient Fire God Tree,

Ta Ke reached Level 79 in just one week.

After attaining the peak of Level 79,

Ta Ke immediately ingested three crown‑tier materials—soul, source energy, and life—each bearing angelic attributes.

These materials had already been perfectly refined by Ta Ke.

Moreover, the Flame World Tree, in a rite‑like yet non‑ritual manner, provided protection and advancement to Ta Ke's ecology.

In roughly half a day, Ta Ke's level completed a breakthrough.

The level formally advanced to Level 80.

Next came the Flame World Tree's cyclical condensation on Ta Ke's "Steam Wizard Sequence Tree".

Even if Ta Ke filled the source‑energy experience of Level 80 to the brim,

the Flame World Tree still did not push Ta Ke's level forward, but continuously condensed the underlying foundation.

Ta Ke felt his own foundational base was already sufficiently dense.

But the Flame World Tree evidently disagreed.

Since the Flame World Tree proactively solidified its foundation, Ta Ke was more than willing.

Thus, after a full week of solidifying the root foundation, the Flame World Tree finally completed the cyclical condensation of Ta Ke's foundational base.

It then resumed pushing Ta Ke's level upward.

Level 81!

Level 82!

Level 83!

……

Ta Ke's level surged upward once more.

Unwittingly,

the month-long Holy Fire baptism of the Flame World Tree had already come to an end.

Upon the trunk of the Flame Tree, Ta Ke sensed the gradually receding ecological traits nurtured by the Flame World Tree's cycles.

Ta Ke also gradually withdrew his flame power.

【Steam Wizard: Level 88】

Feeling the auspiciousness of his current level, Ta Ke gave a gentle smile.

The subsequent half‑month of the Flame World Tree's nurturing propelled Ta Ke's level to a wild 88.

"The steam source energy's might has surged dramatically; this might…"

Ta Ke carefully felt the gap in steam source energy between the ascent to the eighth tier at Level 88 and the previous Level 75.

"At least a forty‑percent increase."

"Reaching my caliber, such a massive boost is already astonishing."

A faint smile gradually spread across Ta Ke's face.

"After advancing to the high tier, each major level increase yields source‑energy metamorphosis that instantly enhances overall strength."

"Beyond source‑energy metamorphosis, this soul‑level amplification has made my ecological magic net sturdier and denser, allowing numerous sorceries to settle more compactly within it."

"As for the life‑origin materials…"

"They have also extended my lifespan by a considerable stretch."

"Now I can live roughly seven to eight hundred years."

Feeling his abundant life source, Ta Ke pondered.

"There are ways to raise the lifespan ceiling, but for me, extending the ceiling is not a current pursuit; I have no need to worry about lifespan."

"When a wizard starts seeking to lengthen his life… he is essentially already close to death. Even extending it by a hundred or two hundred, or even three hundred years, is merely… waiting for death!"

"With a plentiful life source, forging into the next realm is the true path."

"This wave of level increase is astonishing, directly reaching Level 88; Level 90 is now within reach."

"Moreover, the upcoming Level 90 stage will be another subtle qualitative shift for me."

"This time, having ascended to the eighth tier and reaching Level 88, even without forging a master seed, I no longer fear those quasi‑masters; I am even slightly stronger."

"Later, whether advancing to Level 90 or initially forging a master seed,"

"Those quasi‑masters will instead have to fear me."

"Not bad, not bad!"

After a moment of thorough inspection inside and out, Ta Ke nodded, very satisfied.

More importantly,

Ta Ke discovered the ingenious use of the system combined with the Holy Fire baptism.

He only needs to pour experience into it, leaving the rest to the Flame World Tree.

Should future merits arise, there's no reason not to make another run, directly ascending to the ninth tier; with such a superb upgrade site, it would be wasteful not to use it.

And!

This upgrade method also marks the direction and means for Ta Ke's post‑Chao Shen Da Shi advancement.

"Huh… breathe…"

Exhaling lightly, Ta Ke surveyed his surroundings.

What about the Sacred Fire Forbidden Spell Seed?

Everywhere his gaze fell, raging flames burned.

The Sacred Fire Forbidden Spell Seed simply does not exist.

With Ta Ke's high‑dimensional insight, any trace would essentially be discovered.

And at this moment, not a single hint has been found, so it is most likely absent.

After examining for a moment, Ta Ke shook his head.

"Even if it existed, that Chao Shen Da Shi has taken it and hidden it away."

"Bei Lai·Lan Ya certainly knows how to intimidate."

"As for forbidden spells, I'm not lacking; currently, my main task is to bind a Chaos Master seed."

When his thoughts focus on the Chaos Master seed and the Chaos Nest.

Ta Ke's mind gradually sank.

"The path of the Chaos Master is indeed difficult; I've already poured massive Chaos Blood Crystals into the ecosystem, absorbed a great amount of Chaos primal essence, yet… there is still no sign whatsoever."

"This…"

Ta Ke lightly rubbed his palm.

"It is a lengthy process."

"The Chaos Master sequence seed is not easy to bind."

"Even aside from the Chaos Master seed, ordinary Rune Master seeds and Forbidden Spell Seed Masters are extremely difficult."

"Moreover… the area where I bind the Chaos Master seed is within a pocket world, and I must transport countless resources there piece by piece."

"At this stage it's merely laying the foundation of Chaos primal essence; nothing else has happened yet."

"When the actual binding begins… I will have to seriously consider relocating the ecosystem."

"After all… I can't keep binding while constantly venturing out to seek Chaos Blood Crystals."

"The Blood Sea Cabin realm of the Four‑tusk Elephant Ship is a decent place for ecological incubation."

"Of course, the Flame World Tree is also good. However… its flame properties are so strong they would interfere with the construction of my Chaos Nest."

"Relatively, the Blood Sea Cabin realm is more suitable."

"But there's no rush; merely settling the foundation takes several years, even a dozen or two decades."

"During this period, slowly searching for a suitable location is not too late."

With the month‑long Sacred Fire baptism coming to an end.

The nurturing power of the Divine Tree rapidly wanes.

Many have already risen, ready to leave this place.

Ta Ke slowly gathered his spirit, waved a single hand lightly, and the Blood Shadow Witch Robe swiftly gathered, forming a Blood Shadow Witch Robe that he donned.

Then Ta Ke rose with the others and left the Flame World Tree realm.

He gradually examined the many Transcendents emerging.

Bei Lai·Lan Ya's face bore a faint smile.

Their ancient Flame God Tree city‑state can attract a great number of idle Transcendents and A Lu Mo Fu's geniuses to serve them.

Chaos Blood Crystals, the Flame God World Tree, and the realm cabin treasures are the three primary resources.

His gaze fell on the Transcendents with relatively deep strength and foundation.

Information streamed like a creek, constantly flashing through Bei Lai·Lan Ya's mind.

"Ao Lei Ya was level 84 before, now level 87, a rise of three levels; her level is already high, three levels is enough."

"Lei Lu Si rose from level 91 to 93; although only two levels, he had already undergone a baptism once, so the second baptism's effect will be considerably weaker."

"Ai Nuo Ke Te rose from level 74 to 78, soon to reach 79, hmm… not bad. I heard his teacher is A Lu Mo Fu's top Transcendent Master over level 180."

"Ai Nuo Ke Te's talent is also extremely high; I even heard privately that he wishes to befriend that Ta Ni Lu."

"The information I gathered from these people contains no data on Ta Ni Lu."

"Most likely he changed his name, and his teacher kept it secret."

"For such a super genius, concealing his identity is normal."

Just as Bei Lai·Lan Ya was contemplating.

That familiar figure appeared.

"Hm?"

Upon a sudden close inspection, Bei Lai·Lan Ya almost thought he had seen wrong.

He inhaled deeply and reactivated his pupil power with strong insight.

This time, Bei Lai·Lan Ya looked carefully, confirming he was not mistaken.

"It is close to the ninth tier, roughly level 88 or 89."

"How could this be possible…?"

Bei Lai·Lan Ya's already large eyes widened, gleaming as he scrutinized Ta Ke.

The shock in his heart was no less than when he first learned that a seventh‑tier Transcendent possessed near‑master strength.

"He was only around level 75 before; in just one month, he jumped up more than ten levels."

"Consider that he also crossed the crucial level 80 during that span… this… rose too quickly!"

For a moment, Bei Lai·Lan Ya was at a loss for words.

He surveyed the vast plaza outside the towering spire.

Ta Ke wrapped his robe tighter, entered Shadow Form, and drifted along the path toward his tower's location.

Just as Ta Ke was about to leave the plaza.

A fifth‑tier Realm‑ship Guard Knight on the side rode up, saluting Ta Ke respectfully.

"Lord Ta Ni Lu, Lord Bei Lai·Lan Ya has another matter to discuss with you; please come to the side hall for a chat, and Lord Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La is also waiting over there."

Listening to the knight's explanation.

Ta Ke nodded, glanced at Bei Lai·Lan Ya from afar, and saw Bei Lai·Lan Ya bow his head toward him.

Ta Ke's voice was calm as he said.

"I understand!"

Immediately, Ta Ke turned and headed toward the side hall.

"Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La is also there?"

"Did anything happen during the seclusion?"

As he walked, Ta Ke was deep in thought.

The moment Ta Ke entered the side hall of the Ancient Fire God Tree Main Hall, a shout rang out.

"Your level? How did you level up so fast?"

Appearing before his eyes was Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La, her face showing bewilderment.

The female war goddess, compared to a year ago, now exuded a denser, weightier aura.

Her dashing bearing, blended with surprise, carried a unique charm.

"Perhaps my connection with the Flame World Tree is stronger, so my advancement is faster."

Ta Ke gave a faint smile.

"Even if you were the Flame World Tree's own son, you couldn't level up this quickly!"

Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La furrowed her brows, scrutinizing Ta Ke as if trying to uncover the secret behind his rapid rise.

After the Battle of the Blood Sea.

During the past year and a bit, Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La had repeatedly sparred with Ta Ke, traded resources, exchanged combat insights, cultivation insights, and so on; the two had become quite familiar.

Ta Ke paid little mind to Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La's scrutiny.

One can't just cover someone's eyes, can they?

Moreover, level is meant to be seen,

"You haven't yet bound the Master Seed?"

After a long pause, Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La suddenly spoke.

"So this is where your attention lies?"

Ta Ke's eyebrows lifted slightly.

"Master Seeds are still hard to bind; my teacher already told me that both the Master Nest and the subsequent seed binding are extremely difficult."

"Chao Shen Da Shi is the metamorphosis at the 100‑level major checkpoint; it cannot be attained casually."

"My binding is slower, which is reasonable!"

"But for you, binding the Rune Master Seed shouldn't be too hard!"

Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La's bright eyes narrowed slightly, a faint smile curling her lips as she said.

Ta Ke gave a light smile and said little.

"So it is indeed a Forbidden Curse Seed!"

Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La felt a slight enlightenment.

A moment later, Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La spoke in an extremely solemn and serious tone.

"This time I summoned you because something serious has happened."

"Serious?" Ta Ke looked at Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La.

Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La paused briefly, then began to explain carefully.

"Around the half‑month of your seclusion, within a compartment on the Fifth Layer, a massive spacetime vortex appeared."

"The vortex is not yet fully formed, but it possesses extremely strong spacetime‑shattering power."

"It far exceeds those previous small vortices by dozens, even tens of times!"

"Clearly, the destination is extraordinary."

"Moreover, in recent years, the Four‑Tusk Elephant Realm Ship has seen chaotic ecosystems bloom and treasures emerge."

"It is highly probable that this powerful vortex is linked to the upcoming chaotic‑ecosystem core treasure of the Realm Ship."

Listening to Ao Dai Lei Te·Nuo La's account, Ta Ke silently contemplated.

"Treasure… is it coming?"

Chaotic ecosystems inherently contain vast chaotic origins.

Just as steam ecosystems have abundant steam energy sources and steam cores, etc.

Within chaotic ecosystems, there must be abundant "Chaotic Ancient God Stones" with chaotic origins.

Even Chaotic Forbidden Curse Seeds or ancient artifact fragments are not impossible.

Whether from the battlefield traces of the Chaotic Ancient Continent Ta Ke learned about, or the war remnants on the Blood Sea Relic Shipwreck,

All this indicates that

the Chaotic Ancient Continent endured a protracted apocalyptic war.

The ancient deities have all vanished without a trace.

It is unknown whether they fell or went into hiding.

Anyway.

In the ancient Chaotic Continent.

Many ruins contain terrifying destructive power.

Some indescribable places still retain fragments of divine artifacts.

This Four‑tusk Elephant Worldship, left as war wreckage, can form its own world, surely for a reason.

Having artifact fragments there is not impossible.

This time, a spacetime vortex opened inside the Four‑tusk Elephant Worldship.

The treasure site opened, the iron plates clanged.

After all, several small chaotic ecologies had shown similar situations before.

Just as Ta Ke was pondering.

The side hall's seal was triggered.

Beilei Lanya entered.

"It seems Lady Odailete Nora has already spoken to Lord Ta Ni Lu about this spacetime vortex," Beilei Lanya said while walking.

"Then what is your plan now, Senior Beilei Lanya?"

Ta Ke looked at the approaching Beilei Lanya and asked.

Beilei Lanya thought briefly, then began to explain slowly.

"I have currently erected a massive gray mist barrier, covering that area."

"It delays outsiders from learning about the region."

"Lady Odailete Nora and I are not in the caster sequence, so we know little about such strange spacetime channel forces; our previous explorations yielded little."

"Now, Lord Ta Ni Lu, you have appeared; as a caster, you master many forbidden spells and excel at spatial movement, perhaps… you can investigate a bit."

"Even a little information would give us a decisive edge."

After hearing Beilei Lanya's detailed explanation,

Ta Ke thought seriously for a moment before saying,

"Although my research on spacetime is limited, I do have some insights and methods."

"Let's first go there to see the specifics!"

……

Half an hour later.

On the fifth layer of the worldship, deep within a dim, damp valley fissure.

It is shrouded in dense gray mist.

A massive, towering spacetime vortex gate over two hundred meters high floated before Ta Ke's eyes.

That terrifying spatial force, like a monstrous beast, threatens to tear everything apart.

Beilei Lanya and Odailete Nora dared not get too close, staying a hundred meters away.

Ta Ke, however, was almost pressed against the huge vortex gate.

Not long after.

Ta Ke broke free from the vortex's grip, slowly stepped back beside the two, and spoke calmly.

"The vortex's destructive power is astonishing, but my spatial leaping ability is still quite good."

"In other words…"

Ta Ke paused.

"Now, I can take both of you inside."

The two, hearing this, instantly showed ecstatic smiles.

Being able to enter this treasure site early is a great boon.

But the two are also human cultivators; since the steam wizard here said so, there must be further issues.

"But the problem is… that side is dangerous, and we have at most three days to explore."

"After three days, the vortex will stabilize."

"When the vortex stabilizes, the chaotic primordial ecology will bloom."

"Then, everyone on the worldship will feel the astonishing power of the chaotic ecology's bloom."

Having said that, Ta Ke looked at Beilei Lanya.

"Can Lord Gai Li Si come here to guard the entrance?"

Beilei Lanya shook her head helplessly.

"In this cabin realm, we have not opened a passage through the barriers; Lord Gai Li Si of the Chao Shen Da Shi realm cannot reach here."

"However, Lord Gai Li Si can kill any other Chao Shen Da Shi who try to enter within the fifth layer's cabin realm corridor, and even support us."

"That works," Ta Ke nodded.

"Then, as such!"

Taking a deep breath, Ta Ke glanced at Beilei Lanya and Odailete Nora, and said softly,

"We have one hour to prepare; then gather here, and I will lead both of you to the chaotic primordial treasure below."