"That's why I said this might be the most precious thing here."

Shen Wang nodded. "Grass and trees can grow for many years, and ordinary trees can grow for tens of thousands of years. Spirit Woods over a hundred thousand aren't that rare, so a Divine Wood over ten thousand years isn't very old, but it's definitely extraordinary."

With the assistance of this Divine Wood to cultivate Fire Dao Techniques, there would definitely be a significant amplification effect.

"The flame here feels even more terrifying than outside."

Shi Kongxuan sensed the surroundings, expressing his apprehension. "Is hiding here really safe?"

"Rest assured, I can control part of the Array. The flames here won't harm us."

Shen Wang said, "There's also a circle of Earth Fire outside blocking it. Even the Demon Saint can't easily enter here. I'll take a Holy Pill to recover."

He didn't waste any more words, sitting cross-legged on the thick branches, taking out a Nourishing Spirit Cyan Spirit Pill and swallowing it in one gulp.

The Elixir entered his mouth, instantly transforming into a cyan brilliance that enveloped Shen Wang, converging at his brow. His consciousness became clear, with the Primordial Spirit Power rapidly recovering.

In the Sea of Consciousness, Shen Wang's primordial spirit refined the medicinal power, absorbing it swiftly.

As he recovered his Primordial Spirit Power, the commotion outside grew louder. The Demon Saints entering the ruins arrived one after another, all joining the ranks attacking the palace gate.

Even though the entire palace was considered a Magical Treasure and was integrated with an Array, without anyone to activate it, enduring attacks passively, it still couldn't hold out for long.

As the power was consumed, the defense of the gate grew weaker, becoming unsteadily precarious.

"Keep it up, it's about to open soon!"

Shi Yushuo cheered everyone on.

Meanwhile, Shen Wang opened his eyes, the cyan light in his pupils fading away.

Not only did he recover his Primordial Spirit Power, but his primordial spirit itself had also been enhanced.

"How is it?" Shi Zhixiang asked, standing by without taking a Holy Pill. He hadn't expended much energy, and it wasn't the right time yet.

"Recovered, let's continue Array Breaking."

Shen Wang repeated his old tricks, starting to break the Array again. He had to control more than half of the Array's permissions to have a chance to take everything in one fell swoop.

Using this space as a starting point, he once again swiftly broke the Array, controlling an even larger area.

The Array here was arranged with the palace as the center, with Earth Fire as its source of power. Now, with no one controlling it, given his Array level, breaking it only required time and effort.

Suddenly, his pupils contracted.

Because during the process of breaking the Array, he found at the bifurcation of the Phoenix Tree's main trunk, in a position covered by countless flames, there was a small golden palace.

And inside it was an egg!

This egg lay quietly in the center of the golden palace, below it was a nest woven from the branches and leaves of the Phoenix Tree. The eggshell was covered with colorful patterns, emitting a brilliance as gorgeous as clouds.

These patterns seemed to contain a bit of the power of Law, breathing slowly under the encasement of the flame. Every time the brilliance flickered, it was accompanied by slight fluctuations in the surrounding flames, and this egg was absorbing the power within.

"Is this a Phoenix Egg? The offspring left behind by a fallen Phoenix?"

Shen Wang contemplated, speaking subconsciously, "Is someone raising a Phoenix?"

Shi Kongxuan was startled by what he heard. "What do you mean?"

"I mean, can a Phoenix be raised?" Shen Wang pointed downward. "I found an egg, it should be a Phoenix Egg, right?"

"What! There's a Phoenix Egg here?"

Shi Kongxuan was shocked. "This Phoenix Tree might be nurturing it."

"Probably."

Shen Wang's gaze rippled. "If it can be hatched, it should be a formidable pet."

Shi Kongxuan replied crossly, "What are you thinking? Phoenixes are divine species of the world. There's a powerful Phoenix Race outside. If you dare to make someone a pet, other Phoenixes won't treat you kindly."

Shen Wang smiled awkwardly. "I was just saying."

"This isn't something we can covet, mainly because we don't have the strength."

Shi Kongxuan shook his head.

"I know, let's leave it alone."

Shen Wang turned his attention to the Array, continuing the breaking process.

As the Array was continuously unraveled, his control range expanded further. Not only the situation within this space but also the Array outside the spatial crack was gradually coming under his control.

Soon, his control over the Array reached half, and with more control, he would have the authority.

If he could control seventy percent, he would have the opportunity to take most of the things from here.

Boom!

The palace outside shook violently. Under the continuous attacks of many strong individuals, the defensive force of the palace shattered. A crack appeared at the gate, revealing greedy eyes from the outside.

Some of the Demon Race members' eyes turned red, and they laughed a few times, using Shrinking Technique to flicker into the palace through the crack.

Shen Wang's eyes lit up, taking advantage of the diminished power of the palace, his Primordial Spirit Power infiltrated the palace core along the Array he was controlling.

But soon, his Divine Sense was pushed back, and Shen Wang frowned. It seemed it was still not enough.

This palace had developed a certain consciousness. He thought with half the Array under control, he could attempt to refine it, but it wasn't enough.

His power was too weak. The Array here was arranged with this palace as the core. The palace could be considered the heart of the Array. Even using half the Array Power, it wasn't sufficient right now.

Because with half the Array permissions, it compared his power to the palace's, and clearly, he was still a bit short.

"Even an Unowned Magical Treasure is this formidable. This palace is likely beyond a Spirit Treasure. Is it a Profound Celestial Spiritual Treasure, the Emperor's Weapon of this world?"

Shen Wang guessed, his heart pounding.

This Phoenix Skeleton was a Great Saint before death, setting up the Array to utilize the Power of Earth Fire to nurture this palace. After all these years, this palace should have advanced.

His heart eagerly stirred. His Tai Chi Yin Yang Mirror was merely a Spirit Treasure, yet its power was extraordinary. As a Profound Celestial Spiritual Treasure, the palace's power would naturally be stronger.

He must obtain it!

Shen Wang pressed on tirelessly, continuing to gain control of the Array. Now, as the palace expended its power to deal with the intruding adventurers, it was only going to get weaker.

When it reaches the critical point, would be when he triumphs.

Whoosh whoosh!

Several figures rushed into the palace, and before they could observe, a sudden red light blazed around them.

Scarlet flames surged forth. These Earth Fires, refined over many years, were terrifyingly potent. The few people only lasted a flash before turning to ashes.

Not only that, but the flames also burst out from the crack, burning the adventurers at the door who reacted too slowly into char.

Several Demon Saints also intended to enter, but all were forced out by the flames.

Shen Wang heard the wretched cries and murmured, "A bunch of fools, rushing in without even understanding the Killing Array."

The first group entering was completely fallen. The eager eyes outside now seemed much clearer.

Amongst those who died, many were High-Level Demon Venerables. Encountering the red fire inside the palace turned them to ashes instantly, causing even the present Demon Saints to feel a twinge.

"Idiots, what's the hurry, open the door a bit wider!"

The Yaksha Race's Demon Saint scolded, casting a force to block the red fire leaking out.

"That's right, open the door first and let some of the Earth Fire inside dissipate."

Shi Yushuo echoed, and everyone continued to attack the gate, triggering an Earth Fire attack. This time, being prepared in advance, aside from the teams without Demon Saint protection having casualties, no large-scale deaths occurred again.

Creaaak—

The gate opened further, and the entrance was completely enveloped by a sea of flames. To enter now, one would have to withstand the flames.

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