Reverse flow of the Yellow Springs

The flame from the match, accompanied by a suction force, twisted in mid-air and fell into the furnace's mouth.

With this suction force, the match burned rapidly, transforming into a vortex of flame that disappeared into the furnace mouth.

Captain Furnace also made a swallowing motion.

He raised an eyebrow slightly: "This brand of matches is no good. It has a strange smell, like expired and smelly milk."

This surprised Li Yelai: "He really swallowed it?"

"A fire-swallowing beast can naturally swallow fire," the furnace nodded and smiled.

In mythology, it is the divine beast of Zhurong, the god of fire.

Both the Classic of Mountains and Seas and the Compendium of Materia Medica contain similar, though slightly different, accounts, but both describe the practice of feeding on fire.

"My mythical form is the Ferocious Beast. If it is fully activated, it can even devour psionic flames," the Furnace laughed. "And it can also restore a certain amount of psionic energy."

“And I remember that Captain, your five sense abilities are Lava Dragon Breath. So, if you spit it out, can you eat it back?” Li Yelai’s expression changed slightly.

“While your statement is somewhat disgusting, it is indeed true.” The Forge nodded and said, “In battle, I can devour my own, or even the enemy’s, psionic flames to replenish my psionic energy and improve my endurance. Of course, if I encounter someone who plays with water or ice, this trick won’t be as effective. But I can still reclaim my own flames.”

“Normally, I can also devour ordinary flames to feel full. If I were inside the labyrinth, I probably wouldn’t be as hungry as you are.” The Furnace explained, “This is Mythical Mimicry, an ability that can qualitatively change the strength of a psionicist. One of the champions on your team was a Mythical Mimicry Glutton. He devoured the heavens and the earth, and was incomparably powerful.”

"So, you need to pay more attention to mythological mimicry."

"What good will it do me to pay attention?" Li Yelai shrugged. "Isn't it still about watching potions?"

"We do have the formula for the Six Senses, but some core materials are really hard for us to gather. Mythical Mimicry is all about the word 'mythical.' Those ethereal, even legendary species—how can you possibly gather those materials? So, what kind of mythical mimicry we Omnipotent Psionicists can actually obtain is quite dependent on luck."

The furnace grumbled, "In Border City No. 1, there's a captain specializing in frost. His fifth awakening is Frost Dragon Breath, but his mythical mimicry is Crimson Flame Steed. Although it can make enemies feel the pain of both ice and fire, it ultimately conflicts with his own ability path. When used simultaneously, each will weaken in power."

"Judging by looks?" Li Yelai's expression changed slightly: "Then I'm doomed?"

Li Yelai never had any expectations for his luck, and the lucky wheel had already proven everything.

If you're unlucky and the mythical mimicry you get is too weak, then it's a waste.

"It's not entirely based on appearance. From the analysis, it might be related to so-called cause and effect. In some places, we can establish a slight causal relationship with the so-called existence, which is why we can obtain its abilities when mimicking mythology."

The furnace said, "But there's no clear evidence yet, so I can only tell you to be more careful. For example, the Jing family's Divine Treasure Palace this time. There might be mythical creatures inside. By the way, you don't know about the Jing family's Divine Treasure Palace, do you?"

"Some time ago, an internal conflict broke out in the Jing family. The strong members of the Jing family headquarters who came from Yaoqing Giant City had some conflicts with the Jing family in the third border city."

It is said that a big shot from their own clan has arrived. No one knows the details, but in any case, after the two sides fought amongst themselves, the secret of their Divine Palace was exposed.

Although the internal strife was eventually quelled, they remain at odds ever since. "You have a good relationship with that young master of the Jing family, but don't rashly interfere in other people's family affairs," Furnace cautioned. "After all, he hasn't joined us, and we have no reason to interfere."

Li Yelai nodded, indicating his understanding.

But he had promised Jing Lin that he would definitely take action if a certain situation arose.

Whether as Night General or Emperor's Fall, this mission will ultimately be completed.

This has nothing to do with any grudges between the Jing family; it's simply a promise made to a friend.

Of course, Li Yelai didn't mind giving the Jing family a piece of his mind. It would also be a way to vent his anger for his mother.

"Hopefully, we can find those legendary mythical creatures within the Divine Treasure Labyrinth. Although the chances are slim," Li Yelai replied, lost in thought.

With the resources of the Ark and the Church, even if they couldn't find it within the Asgard Palace, there were other options, so there was no need to be too impatient. He was truly far from achieving the Sixth Awakening; it was unlikely he'd reach it this year.

It has been almost a year since Li Ye became a psionicist.

Reaching the fifth level of enlightenment is already an extremely rare feat. The next step requires consolidation and accumulation, climbing the ladder step by step to reach the sixth level.

'Or... sacrifice some more heads to the Blood God so I can level up?' That's not easy either; the demand is too great, and the risk is not low. If I really become a Chosen One of Chaos, I'm doomed.' Li Yelai thought to himself.

Afterwards, the refreshed Li Yelai and Ronglu and others boarded the convoy and set off again.

This place isn't close to Border City No. 3; it's about a day's drive. And it requires passing through the abandoned city known as the 'Gourmet Desert' that Li Yelai had encountered before.

As they entered the city, the Forge said, "I heard you found the remains of the Vast Supreme Being here?"

“That’s right, it was precisely because of these remains that I was able to move within the Great Snow Mountain and find the labyrinth,” Li Yelai replied, the intelligence containing both truth and falsehood.

He actually used the Ark to obtain the forbidden item, the Fiery Oil Lamp, from high-ranking officials, which allowed him to move at low altitudes in the snowy mountains. After entering a dangerous area, the hand bones of the Vast Supreme Being emitted flames to protect him, enabling him to successfully find his father, Li Qiong.
However, Captain Forge was unaware of this intelligence; he was unaware of the Ark's existence.

Therefore, Li Yelai could only respond with this explanation.

As for the church, they believe that Li Yelai survived in the snow mountain because he carried the forbidden item, the Flaming Oil Lamp, from the beginning. He was unaware of the Supreme Hand Bone's existence. Otherwise, he might have used it to create a psionic weapon.
Afterwards, the Fiery Oil Lamp disappeared in Border City No. 2; in fact, it was taken away by Little Mad King. This completed the intelligence loop.

"Even in death, the Vast Supreme is still protecting his descendants," the Furnace chuckled in response. "The Vast Supreme's descendants are in Lava Mine City. They are a sizable psionic family. Upon learning this, they are very grateful to you and hope to befriend you. The Divine Palace of Immortal Treasures will be opening in Lava Mine City soon, and you will most likely be going. Take this opportunity to send the Supreme's remains back."

Li Yelai nodded: "Not at all. Without the power of the Supreme One, I would have frozen to death in the Great Snow Mountain long ago."

Not to mention, being able to find her father, Li Qiong, would relieve Li Yelai of a worry.

Li Ye should thank the Supreme Being of Vast Ocean.

At this moment, Li Yelai noticed that there was some liveliness in this abandoned city.

Surprisingly, several caravans were resting in the city.

That's rather unusual, considering the wilderness is extremely dangerous, and some caravans occasionally masquerade as bandits. Generally, they wouldn't be piled up together.

The last time Li Ye came to this abandoned city, there was only one caravan, Hong Biao, and they were blocked.

"Some psionic families or official teams that learned of the upcoming opening of the Celestial Palace are all rushing here," Furnace said. "I wonder how those giant cities and families, which are far away and separated by two or three forbidden zones, found out about this information? It is said that people from Kunlun Giant City have come here, but I have never seen anyone from that giant city."

How else could it be obtained? Isn't it through the Ark? Someone mentioned this information at the last gathering. This information will be shared with some major cities and families by the Ark voters scattered around the world.

These groups, hailing from psychic families or distant metropolises, have now practically expanded trade routes, making them even safer.

Li Yelai himself saw several psychics walking on air in the abandoned city.

Some talented young people with different accents were exchanging ideas and skills.

"It seems this Celestial Palace gathering will be quite lively," Li Yelai remarked. He noticed many young people with impressive spiritual energy levels despite their young age. They must be the prodigies of their respective families.

Seeing so many human prodigies, Li Yelai was quite pleased; humanity's power was gradually accumulating. Eventually, they would suppress the forbidden zones and chaos!

"Indeed, some of them are quite arrogant. One old overlord from out of town even planned to test his skills against Captain Yang Chen. He said he didn't know if it was true that the champion was invincible among his peers. Unfortunately, Captain Yang Chen wasn't in the giant city. Instead, he went to the outskirts of the second border city and killed an overlord from the Doomsday Forest. That made those challengers much more obedient," a night watchman laughed.

"That's right. If you want to challenge for the championship, you should at least take down one of the Chaos Chosen first, right?" Another Night Watchman chuckled, patting Li Yelai on the shoulder. "Night General, you're one of the few strong ones out there. You'll have to take down one of the Chaos Chosen to make the champion team famous. That way, those nobodies won't bother them." As one of the two Chaos Chosen, Li Yelai could only nod and agree.

The reputation of the champion team is too great, and their domineering dominance, which is invincible among their peers, has spread far and wide.

This inspired the psionicists from afar to take on the challenge.

Li Yelai estimated that there were quite a few geniuses in this abandoned city who were planning to challenge the champion team.

However, even if some of the champion team's elite members are away on missions, they still have enough fighting power, so there's no need to worry too much.

The convoy passed through the abandoned city, and after a day of bumpy travel, Li Yelai once again saw the high walls of Border City No. 3.

After being away from home for more than two months, he can finally go home.

The convoy drove straight into the giant city.

Looking at the prosperous scene in the giant city, Li Yelai couldn't help but smile.

"Finally home"

The convoy passed through the old town and returned to the East City branch.

As soon as Li Yelai got out of the car, he was lifted up high by his teammates who came to greet him.

"Welcome back, Night General!"

"Well done, comrade!"

"Although we can't tell anyone, we know what you did. Well done!"

"Oh, you've reached the fifth level of consciousness? Great!"

His teammates cheered and carried Li Yelai into the East City branch.

This attracted the attention of many outside psychics.

"Who is that?"

"Night General of the Champion Team".

"They were said to have carried out a classified mission and returned safely."

"Good-looking, very handsome, but is he strong?"

"I don't know, but the people on the champion team seem to have a lot of confidence in him."

"The champion team's confidence? Interesting! Let's go pick them and test the champion team's level!"

Li Yelai was naturally unaware of the challenger who had appeared out of nowhere. At that moment, his teammates dragged him to the cafeteria for a big celebration.

Now that Yang Chen is gone, more than half of the elite warriors have also left the giant city. Adding to this are some teams dispatched for daily operations. The team itself isn't large, but it's still quite lively, with many comrades from other teams joining in the celebration.

Li Yelai saw Xinghuo and Yingliu carrying two-handed spiral swords, as well as the heavy cavalry and the detective.

But the doll, Little Mad King, and the others were still on their way back from Border City No. 2. We couldn't see them.

But her younger sister, Li Yunyan, couldn't come to such a lively environment. She was still at home.

"You've been out of contact for way too long!" Xinghuo clicked her tongue. "You've been gone for over two months. And you're already half asleep when you get back? You must be out of control."

"Did you offer me tribute again?" Li Yelai complained.

"Who told me to be kind-hearted?" Xinghuo grinned.

Yingliu chuckled softly, "My brother went to inquire with Team One a month and a half after you left, and learned that you had gone missing. He was heartbroken for a long time, saying that Brother Ye had really gotten into trouble this time. He offered you a lot of tributes."

"Don't worry, he didn't waste any. He ate it all before it expired. He just has some indigestion," the detective added.

The heavy cavalrymen looked at Li Yelai and nodded, saying, "Welcome back. I still couldn't catch up with you."

Her advancement speed is not slow; judging from the psionic fluctuations, she is about to advance to the fourth level of awakening.

They were very close; the two were about the same age, with Li Yelai only having been in the fourth grade two months earlier than her.

If it weren't for the blessing of the Blood God that allowed Li Yelai to advance to the fifth level of perception, he would probably have caught up by now.

“I just had opportunities outside,” Li Yelai replied. “You, on the other hand, should be more cautious.”

"nature."

After they had eaten and drunk their fill, Li Yelai was taken away by Yin Huo, who said he needed to go to headquarters to report on the details of the mission.

"You little rascal, you've really given me a big one!" Yin Huo exclaimed from inside the vehicle.

The original plan was for Li Yelai to assassinate the traitor Meiwu in the forbidden zone. Unexpectedly, Li Yelai accidentally entered the Great Snow Mountain and found the Spirit Fruit. Later, he became a chosen one and infiltrated the church for the Giant City.

They encountered the champion team and awakened the former powerhouses, killing two of the chosen ones.

They went to the main headquarters, killed a large number of elite troops, and destroyed the treasure vault.

Finally, he went to the second border city and killed another chosen one, thus becoming a dual chosen one.

When Yin Huo learned of this information, he was completely stunned.

Old Mad King is probably a little numb.

These achievements are enough to make the city lord relinquish his position!

Unfortunately, these achievements cannot be told to outsiders. Of course, no one would believe it if they were told.

Li Yelai didn't seem to care much about this. Instead, he said, "Captain Yin Huo, please prepare a large warehouse for me, the bigger the better, and the more secluded the better. I still have quite a few good things inside my Ark!"

"This time, our third border city will directly achieve A-level psionic weapon freedom! Each captain will have one, and the elite Night Scouts will also be able to get some, but our team will be given priority. I've calculated it, over a hundred pieces of sixth-level mystical material should be enough!"

"Hiss!" Yin Huo gasped. Then he looked at Li Yelai seriously and said, "Why don't you become the city lord?"

"what?"

(The original plan was to write a side story in chapter 301 that wouldn't be easy to publish, but the current plot isn't suitable, so I'll postpone it for now.) (End of this chapter)