Chapter 587: Chapter 577: The Forbidden Path, the Forbidden Creatures

It also has a more resounding name—"Path of Time and Destiny."

Since the birth of All Heavens and Myriad Realms, or rather, since the birth of the River of Time, that path has existed.

Moreover, due to the special mechanism of that path, once you step in, regardless of how strong you are, if you can’t transcend above the River of Time, there’s no hope of returning.

This has led to all treasures that have flowed into "that path" being destined to remain there forever.

Many top-tier experts fled into "that path"; having seized some kind of supreme treasure, pursued and at their wit’s end, they would directly carry their precious treasures into "that path" rather than let their pursuers obtain it.

Thus, it’s said that the path is also a treasure trove, and calling it the largest and most mysterious treasury in All Heavens and Myriad Realms is not an exaggeration.

No one knows exactly what treasures lie on that path.

Therefore, if a second Fish of Coordinates truly exists in the world, it can only appear within "that path"!

.....

He hesitated for a long time before speaking because he was unsure of the extent of Brother Su’s mastery over the River of Time.

If Brother Su’s mastery over the River of Time is sufficient, then throughout Ten Thousand Realms, he would be the only creature capable of freely entering "that path" without being erased by the Time Rule!

But after he mentioned it, Brother Su seemed unaware of the existence of this path.

Apparently, Brother Su’s control over the River of Time is not significant.

He regretted mentioning it, fearing Brother Su might impulsively enter "that path," making him the greatest sinner!

......

Thinking to this point, he said to Su Mu, "Brother Su, actually I suggest you refrain from seeking that path for now."

"Why?" Su Mu furrowed his brows.

"Because... because I’ve never been there; I’ve only heard about it. I don’t even know if it truly exists."

"It might just be a fabricated legend."

"So, Brother Su, there’s no need to spend too much time and effort searching for it; I fear it may all come to nothing."

Since Brother Su was unaware, Elder Bai Mei straightforwardly claimed he had only heard of it, which might not exist.

Should Brother Su truly search for it, with his abilities, Elder Bai Mei believes he would likely find it. But should Brother Su enter that path and get trapped there, he would indeed become the greatest sinner in Ten Thousand Realms..... 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

He should speak less lest he disrupts Brother Su’s trajectory.

"I see...."

Su Mu rubbed his chin and nodded.

Evidently, he had committed the characteristics of the "path" described by Elder Bai Mei to memory.

What puzzled him, however, was that despite patrolling the river for years and considering the coverage of his Divine Sense, he couldn’t locate such a place, which was quite strange.....

Could it really be as Yang said, just a fabricated legend?

...

While they were chatting, the sky had already darkened.

Noticing this, Elder Bai Mei said, "It’s getting late; Brother Su, how about staying at my place for the night?"

Hearing this, Su Mu realized it was getting dark.

He gestured with his hand and replied, "No, I must be going."

"Today, many thanks to Brother Yang for enlightening me."

Seeing this, Elder Bai Mei hurriedly waved his hand, "Brother Su, no need to stand on ceremony; it wasn’t much."

"Farewell for now."

With that, Su Mu marched along the Long River, with just one step, his figure disappeared at the end of the river, out of Elder Bai Mei’s view.

Elder Bai Mei gazed in the direction Su Mu departed, his pupils flickering with Immortal Light, leaving his emotions a mix of complex thoughts.

From their previous encounter, Elder Bai Mei had noticed something about Su Mu, and by this second meeting, he confirmed his suspicion.

Whenever night falls, Brother Su always leaves, always returns home.

From the gesture of Brother Su freezing a vast amount of Water of Time, it is apparent that his mastery over the River of Time is considerable, at least he doesn’t fear the "night."

Hence, as night falls and Brother Su hurriedly leaves, it indicates he doesn’t fear the "night" but has something he can’t set aside, an urgency to return home.

Combining this with Brother Su’s prior behavior, the answer was almost self-evident.

Brother Su’s concern must be his vulnerability, and his concern lies at his home.

He just couldn’t guess what this concern might be—a relative of Brother Su? A friend? Or something else?

If it concerns Brother Su’s relatives, then they must be able to reside on the River of Time for extended periods, certainly not ordinary.

He now worries that Brother Su might fall into a dangerous situation because of his "soft spot."

Therefore, Brother Su’s home, Brother Su’s abode becomes an extremely crucial aspect that must be absolutely protected.

He also wishes to contribute, at least secretly safeguarding what matters most to Brother Su.

Yet, he can’t possibly investigate where Brother Su’s home is.

Firstly, he fears raising suspicion with Brother Su; secondly..... it’s best to remain ignorant, not knowing won’t cause trouble for Brother Su.

Moreover, he trusts that given Brother Su’s abilities and control over the River of Time, even if someone wishes to exploit Brother Su’s vulnerability, it won’t be easy.

Just as Brother Su said himself, having a vulnerability means simply protecting it well.

From another perspective, as long as Brother Su reaches the journey’s end to become truly supreme, invincible across Ten Thousand Realms, then..... his vulnerability wouldn’t be a vulnerability anymore.

Only the weak have "vulnerabilities."

Once you become strong enough, universally undefeated, with no one as your opponent, "vulnerability" ceases to exist.

.......

"Alas....."

Elder Bai Mei heavily sighed and turned towards his attic.

He didn’t know what he was sighing about, perhaps worry.....

After all, he had placed all his bets on Su Mu, naturally hoping Su Mu becomes the ultimate victor.

He also wishes to see how far Su Mu can go, what the end of the path will reveal.....

.......

Night gradually descended.

Su Mu traversed along the Long River, heading in a certain direction.

With each step he took, the void beneath his feet continually shrunk, matching his stride, allowing him to traverse vast distances with a single step.

......

In his mind, Elder Bai Mei’s words kept lingering.

To say he was not worried at all was impossible.

What needs to be done now is to quickly master this river, take Nannan and the others, leave here, and keep away from all the ensuing causes and effects.