My Longevity Simulation Chapter 1177: Departing Xuanhuang on the Dust-Crossing Boat

“Completely wrong!” Holy Embryo Li Fan interrupted with a cold rebuttal before Shang Shaojun had the chance to respond.

“This power's origin isn't nearby at all. It's buried far within the Star Sea!”

“Ah?”

Shang Shaojun froze in shock upon catching Li Fan’s declaration.

“I understand your disbelief, Shaojun. That's alright though. When I finally escape the Immortal Ruins’ constraints and soar beyond the Xuanhuang Realm, you'll see I'm correct!”

“Please, Shaojun, assist me in this!” With a grave look on his face, Holy Embryo Li Fan bowed low in request.

Shang Shaojun felt too uneasy to accept such respect from Li Fan and quickly moved to halt him.

“No need for that, Brother Li. It's just supplies. Given our bond, a single word from me suffices.”

“Yan Huan!” Calling over his reliable aide, Shang Shaojun directed him to manage the preparations.

“Don't worry. Within three days at the latest, all will be set.”

“Way too delayed! Such a divine chance won't repeat itself. Just one day!” Holy Embryo Li Fan stated directly.

After a brief contemplation, Shang Shaojun clenched his jaw. “Agreed! One day then!”

He appeared to issue some mental commands afterward.

Once done, he fixed his gaze on Li Fan, seeming eager to voice something yet holding back.

“Shaojun, if there's anything on your mind, just say it outright!”

“Brother Li, are you seriously intending to…” Shang Shaojun still looked somewhat doubtful.

A faint smile crossed Holy Embryo Li Fan's lips as he shared his analysis: “The immense energy shaking the Xuanhuang Realm stems from the starry sky's depths. It differs entirely from the Immortal Ruins’ usual pull on the Xuanhuang Realm.”

“Previously, venturing out of the Xuanhuang Realm without the world's safeguard meant doom—even for Dao Integration experts like ourselves, let alone regular Longevity Immortal realm powerhouses, facing certain death and dao erasure. Only Immortal Ancestor Heavenly Sovereign-level beings might scarcely withstand it. But circumstances have changed now…”

A basin of water materialized before Li Fan abruptly.

At its heart, a huge whirlpool swirled furiously, sucking in nearby flows with relentless force.

Holy Embryo Li Fan tapped it lightly.

Beside the original swirl, a matching vortex emerged unexpectedly.

Their interactions disrupted the currents, rendering the flow erratic.

Shang Shaojun grasped Li Fan’s point right away.

“Still, these are merely your guesses, aren't they, Brother Li? What if you're mistaken…”

“To hear the Dao at dawn allows death without regret by dusk.” Holy Embryo Li Fan kept his composure, betraying no dread.

“Missing this unparalleled chance would leave me with lifelong remorse, even if I persist in living.”

“Thus, I have to attempt it.” Li Fan's voice carried firm determination.

“I yearn to witness the nature of the entity wielding such colossal might.” Excitement gleamed in his eyes.

Shang Shaojun fell quiet.

The Qingxuan Army's prowess proved dependable indeed.

Within a single day, every resource Li Fan required stood fully assembled.

“The perils beyond the Star Sea are endless. Brother Li, you're certain about not gathering more? Crossing the starry expanse with only these?” Shang Shaojun voiced his skepticism.

“With ample time, building a robust flying vessel would be ideal. Yet time is scarce. We'll rely on the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance’s Dust-Crossing Boat as a stand-in for the moment.”

The Dust-Crossing Boat served as the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance's sole approved flying artifact for journeys to and from the White Mist Maze Zone presently.

During his 114th life, Li Fan had accompanied Ji Hongdao on this vessel to the Chizha Abyss.

Crafted from various exotic substances and fitted with multiple defensive arrays, the entire Eternal Immortal Fortress held just two of these boats.

Shang Shaojun's offer of one highlighted his steadfast loyalty and open-handedness.

“That said, provided it withstands the fiercest collision of those dual forces outside the Xuanhuang Realm, additional risks should be minimal.”

Holy Embryo Li Fan spent the last stretch enhancing the Dust-Crossing Boat.

In reality, one key detail went unmentioned by him.

Holy Embryo Li Fan's chief safeguard for traversing the Star Sea wasn't any tool from outside, but his personal Foundation Establishment anomaly: the Black Sword Heavenly Wonder!

As a law's incarnation, the Black Sword outlasted nearly everything in the Xuanhuang Realm in durability.

Furthermore, rather than eroding like typical defenses, the Black Sword could absorb outer energies to refine itself, growing ever more resilient.

“This owes much to the Immortal Ancestor's fresh technique. Even forsaking my flesh, the sword's law endures, letting me persist in the emptiness.”

Brimming with assurance, Holy Embryo Li Fan pondered potential surprises awaiting beyond the Xuanhuang Realm.

Such as…

The Black Sword Heavenly Wonder embodied the Xuanhuang Realm’s sword dao principles.

Upon exiting the Xuanhuang Realm and severing ties to the world, might its potency plummet sharply, leaving it vulnerable?

Additionally, Heavenly Doctor had warned of a particular “ailment” lurking in the outer void.

Li Fan had observed this affliction on Han Zhong previously.

It manifested as dark erosion gnawing at the divine soul.

Not even the Limitless Fullness and Emptiness Method, capable of mending souls, could touch it.

Holy Embryo Li Fan didn't aim for total resistance to this scourge. He merely sought to prolong his void endurance through abundant soul-strengthening treasures.

Another day slipped by swiftly.

The Xuanhuang Realm's quakes had noticeably started to fade.

Its cultivators displayed relieved faces, as though escaping a monumental calamity. Nevertheless, fear lingered for many, dreading the horror's potential return.

Near the Chizha Abyss's edge, Holy Embryo Li Fan finished his setups.

The Dust-Crossing Boat now bore little resemblance to its prior shape. After farewelling the Qingxuan Army folks, Li Fan stepped leisurely aboard the flying craft.

Gazing at Li Fan's receding form, Shang Shaojun parted his lips but held his tongue in the end.

A fleeting urge welled up within him to trail after and burst from the Xuanhuang Realm, unveiling the mystery of that tremendous force.

As a cultivator, how could such a monumental power fail to stir his curiosity?

Yet…

He bore responsibilities beyond himself, with countless factors demanding his attention.

Envy toward the Dust-Crossing Boat's occupant stirred unexpectedly in Shang Shaojun.

“Shaojun, are you tempted to come with me now, ignoring all risks to life?”

As though peering into thoughts, Li Fan sent a transmission just prior to launch.

Ere Shang Shaojun responded, Holy Embryo Li Fan chuckled: “But that simply won't work.”

A flicker of surprise hit Shang Shaojun.

“Remember, Shaojun, malevolent plotters lurk within the Xuanhuang Realm still.”

“Our joint absence would hand them victory on a platter, wouldn't it?”

“I figured you'd dismissed this issue instantly,” Shang Shaojun mused inwardly with irritation.

The Dust-Crossing Boat ascended gradually.

Holy Embryo Li Fan’s words resounded in Shang Shaojun’s mind.

“Shaojun, the Xuanhuang Realm and Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance's destiny now hinges on you.”

“Should I prevail through this peril, I'll return assuredly to aid you!”

Shang Shaojun tailed the Dust-Crossing Boat onward, passing the White Mist, until it vanished from sight at the horizon.

Emptiness settled over his heart.

Though their acquaintance was brief, Li Fan's prowess and demeanor had left a profound mark on him.

“Stay alive.”

Shang Shaojun whispered the wish deep inside.