1079 - I Became a Villainess and Was Pestered by Beautiful Girls
Title: Chapter 1079 - Emerging from Stone The transformation of the crystal trapped those who ventured in, leaving them powerless. The formidable energy fluctuations kept even Xin Er and Tian Er at bay. A chilling aura surrounded the area, giving the impression that once entered, one might never escape. However, amidst the tension, there was a sliver of relief: their bloodlines showed no tremendous disturbance, suggesting that Senior Xue’s life was not in danger. Without a solution, they could only wait patiently. And so, three days and nights passed. Crack— At last, the sound of shattering ice heralded a change in the "Frozen Domain." The frozen objects began to thaw one by one, reviving as if life returned to them. When the cracks spread to the silver-haired witch, finally freeing Senior Xue who had been immobilized for three days and nights, she moved her hand off the crystal. Instantly, the cold dissipated, and save for the lingering mist, it was as if nothing had ever happened in the valley. “Sister Xue,” Tian Er approached, her voice laced with concern, “are you alright?” “Me?” The silver-haired witch seemed puzzled, “I’m perfectly fine, what happened?” “You were frozen for three days and nights…” “What? I only felt my thoughts pause for a moment…” she exclaimed in shock. From placing her hand on the crystal, sensing the chill, to removing it, it felt seamless. Seeing everyone nodding behind her, she couldn't help but ponder deeply. Could it not only freeze the body but also the mind? Or had it frozen time itself? “Senior Xue, do you know what this is?” Xin Er asked softly. “Hmm,” the silver-haired witch nodded knowingly, “this is one of the most mystical items in existence… Chaos Crystal.” “Chaos Crystal?” No one present had ever heard of such a name. “It was something born of the primordial world before the realms shattered, both tangible and intangible, both energy and non-energy…” Senior Xue explained at an unhurried pace. In the era of the primordial world, the Chaos Crystal was one of the most precious and mysterious items. It harbored immense energy, enough to be a strategic weapon. It also had the unique capability to "transform into anything," essentially making it an omnipotent stone. The phrase "transform into anything" doesn't mean it can become absolutely anything but, under the premise of knowing the correct method of use, it can simulate the properties of most entities in existence. If you wanted to turn it into gold, it would become gold; into a rock, then a rock. Most terrifyingly, it could even transform into a "person." “I once speculated that I wasn't born of my parents’ flesh, but this origin is rather anticlimactic…” Senior Xue mused, reflecting on her emergence as if from a stone—a somewhat enigmatic origin for the “Grandmaster Sister of Xuanling Sect.” Upon touching the Chaos Crystal, she felt a strong connection, and the crystal's power did her no harm. Without this connection, it would be hard to explain why the current situation arose. However, although the Chaos Crystal is termed the "omnipotent stone," it cannot create a "spirit" from nothing. It doesn’t possess its own "spirit." At most, it can only provide a "living" form. Moreover, this doesn't explain the origin of her "ancestral bloodline." "Let me handle this artifact," Senior Xue reigned in her scattered thoughts and said, “The destructive power of the Chaos Crystal is terrifying; mishandling it could easily backfire.” Naturally, there was no objection from the others; having conquered the family, the items in the valley surely belonged to the silver-haired witch. With a legion of loyal members and territories now under her arm, the House of Xue had practically ascended to one of the “Ten Great Families” of the Void Realm. Yet Senior Xue did not plan to openly flaunt their ascendancy. At such a crucial time, making too big a statement might provoke extreme reactions from other forces, causing unnecessary trouble. Delegating the family's management troubles to her subordinates, Senior Xue turned her attention to the "Divine Stone." The catalyst that sparked an all-out war between the two great families was this very relic. Back at the Beast Wasteland, numerous members had already gathered at the site where the "Divine Stone Anomaly" was reportedly discovered. “The Divine Stone contains unique worldly power, attracting strong souls,” reported Xue Qi. “However, the area is teeming with high-ranking Void Beasts. Intelligence gathered from various regions suggests that areas surrounding a newly birthed Divine Stone are usually fraught with danger. Obtaining it requires significant sacrifice.” Wherever these extraordinary artifacts might appear, from the Nine Provinces Mainland to the Void Realm, formidable powers often surrounded them. But while power is stagnant, humans are dynamic. With enough ambition, there's always a way to achieve one's goals. Leaving the necessary personnel behind, Senior Xue led a host of the clan's strong members to the region where Void Beasts gathered. Void Beasts differ from the spiritual beasts of the Nine Provinces; regardless of their power, they can’t develop high intellect. In return for their lack of intelligence, their sheer strength was astonishing. In one-on-one collisions, humans could scarcely defeat a Void Beast of equivalent level. “According to rough estimates, there are at least a hundred fourth-level and above Void Beasts,” a subordinate reported, “commanded by three seventh-level Void Beasts, forming an impenetrable formation protecting the potential whereabouts of the Divine Stone.” "What are our odds if we force our way through?" Senior Xue inquired. "The family hasn't fully recovered from the recent battle," Xin Er analyzed. "To counter such an enemy scale, we'd need to gather nearly all remaining members. If we're okay with high casualties, the odds are about sixty percent..." And that’s considering the silver-haired witch's display of immense combat prowess. Otherwise, with those three seventh-level Void Beasts, neither the House of Xue nor the House of Tian could easily contend. Casualties involved meant potentially losing over half the clan members in battle. After some thought, the silver-haired witch abandoned the idea. While the Divine Stone was significant, the family had to bear considerable responsibility in subsequent conflicts and couldn't afford severe losses. Perhaps a solo attempt? Absorbing the Tian House patriarch’s bloodline restored some of her energy, but she hadn’t reached her peak state. The familiar weapon "Little Broom" was also far from being fully operational, adding layers of challenge to acquiring the Divine Stone. Before resolving this problem, yet another trouble arrived swiftly. "Ancestor," a member reported anxiously, "teams from multiple super families have reached Tian House's heartlands, requesting an audience with you." "How many?" Senior Xue did not appear surprised. This battle not only defeated the Tian House but also alerted the Void Realm's other superpowers. The threat of the ancestral bloodline could no longer be concealed. "Hundreds of strong individuals, their collective might exceeds ours by fourfold. Members left there dare not make any move..." “Invite those family delegates to the Beast Wasteland,” the silver-haired witch stated calmly, “Given the current circumstances, there is no need for the House of Xue to hide anymore.”