Chapter 2507: Temptation (1)
Yun Lintian, his gaze fixed on the imposing Gate of the Abyss, observed the fading ripples of chaotic energy with a thoughtful expression. The chilling voice that had echoed from within the gate still resonated in his mind, a stark reminder of the immense power that lay dormant within.
"Does this happen often?" he inquired, his voice carrying a hint of concern.
Dian Lun nodded, his expression grim. "It has become more frequent in recent years," he explained, his voice laced with a hint of weariness. "Many years ago, such disturbances occurred once every ten thousand years. Now, they happen almost every year."
Yun Lintian's brow furrowed, his mind grappling with the implications. The increasing frequency of these disturbances suggested that the seal on the Gate of the Abyss was weakening, the Chasm of Uncreation's power growing stronger with each passing day.
He pondered for a long moment, weighing the risks and rewards, the potential consequences of his actions. He had come to the Abyssal Rift seeking answers, seeking to unravel the mysteries of this chaotic realm. But now, he found himself facing a decision that could potentially alter the fate of the universe.
He glanced at Xia Nongyue, who stood beside him, her expression unreadable. He could sense her thoughts echoing his own, the weight of the situation settling upon them both.
Finally, Yun Lintian made his decision. He turned to Dian Lun, his eyes filled with newfound resolve.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
"I will help," he declared, his voice firm and unwavering. "I will reinforce the seal on the Gate of the Abyss."
Dian Lun's eyes widened in surprise, his expression a mixture of gratitude and disbelief. He had expected Yun Lintian to hesitate, to question the Lord of Chaos's motives, to demand further assurances.
"Are you certain?" Dian Lun asked.
Yun Lintian nodded, his gaze fixed on the imposing gate.
Yun Lintian's eyes snapped open, his gaze fixed on the gate. He could feel the Chasm of Uncreation's presence, its immense power attempting to break free from its prison.
"You are a fool," the voice continued, its tone laced with a seductive whisper. "Release me, and I will grant you power beyond your wildest dreams. You will become a god among mortals, a ruler of this universe."
Yun Lintian's heart wavered for a moment, the seductive offer tempting his very soul. But he quickly regained his composure and realized that it was a kind of soul technique.
He didn't respond to the Chasm of Uncreation and continued to pour his energy into the gate. The Chasm of Uncreation, sensing Yun Lintian's resistance to its seductive whispers, shifted its tactics. It unleashed a torrent of mental assaults, probing Yun Lintian's mind, seeking out his deepest fears and insecurities, his hidden desires and ambitions.
"Do you not crave power, mortal?" the voice hissed, its tone laced with venomous mockery. "Do you not yearn for the strength to protect your loved ones, to shape your own destiny?"
Yun Lintian's heart throbbed with a familiar ache, the memories of his fallen comrades, the faces of those he had failed to protect, flashing before his eyes. He gritted his teeth, his resolve wavering under the onslaught of the Chasm's insidious whispers.
"I can give you that power," the voice continued, its tone now seductive and alluring. "Release me, and I will bestow upon you the power to transcend your mortal limitations, to become an invincible force, a true master of the universe."
Yun Lintian's mind reeled, his thoughts a chaotic jumble of doubt and temptation. The Chasm's words struck a chord within him, echoing his deepest desires, his yearning for the power to protect those he held dear.
"Do you not want to know your true identity?" the voice whispered, its tone now laced with tantalizing curiosity. "Do you not wonder why fate has chosen you, why you are the linchpin in this cosmic game?"
Yun Lintian's heart skipped a beat, his curiosity piqued. He had always felt a sense of destiny, a purpose that guided his path, but the true nature of his identity remained shrouded in
mystery.
"I can reveal all," the Chasm promised, its voice dripping with honeyed deceit. "Release me, and I will unveil the secrets of your past, the truth of your existence, the destiny that awaits
you."