The Chaos Dragon Prince

Before answering, Cain analyzed themselves.

The 9thfall stage gave a considerable leap to their prowess. This confidence surged to where he believed both of them could properly match a Late Divine Star warrior.

Moreover, he had complete assurance in escaping any situation because of Chaotic teleportation.

Risks were certainly there. But a life of a Martial cultivator was all about risk.

"Mn. Well, this really is going to be a risk we just have to take. Especially if we can gain something that massively enhances our Inner World foundation. Something on Zhou Ling's Saint-level or perhaps even that mystical Primordial rank is real." Cain confidently decided.

However, the last part of his words made Amber quirk his brows in confusion.

She asked, "The...Primordial rank? Uhm...if I can recall right, didn't Senior Wei say that's just a simple myth we should forget about? They say the Primordial rank was a legend even in the Spirit Emperor Era."

Cain faintly smiled. "I would be inclined to agree if I didn't detect the sensations within the lake. My Chaos sense perceived so many energy signatures within them. Most of them greatly surpassed anything we've experienced on the outside and some that could even make my heart race despite being miles away. Moreover, don't you remember reading just how long that lake stayed around?"

"Heh. More like people just sloppily attempting to piece together this anomaly. So many sources just say anything with the lake coming from all Eras possible. At the very least, it's commonly agreed that the lake isn't from the current era. Still, not sure if it can contain any primordial rank items." Amber's skepticism shined through.

Understanding her thoughts, Cain casually shrugged. "If not Primordial, we can still gain something at least at Top quality Saint rank. All we have to do now is just brace ourselves for any potential danger."

"Speaking off, I was curious for some time, but could you use your Slave Law marks to enslave a powerful Divine Star Dao beast? For something as unpredictable as the Lake of Stars, it could turn out good." Amber curiously asked.

Falling into a moment of contemplation, Cain ponders on it. The idea sounds fine, but he knew there would be some complications going into it.

Despite Dao Beasts having inferior Spiritual Seas that are incapable of producing intelligent thoughts, their souls immensely differ from any other life-forms.

Cain could say that he could so easily implant his Slave Law marks into other humans because he's extremely familiar with the energy principles of a human soul. And of course, his Chaos energy perfected the process, making sure the enemy's soul had no choice of resisting.

As for Dao Beast, Cain would actually need to take some amount fo time to comprehend some of a beast's soul before he could properly implant his Slave Law essence within it.

Comprehension and control will always be in the corner mark for anything related to cultivation. If Cain can't understand how a method works or how to properly flow his energy, not just the Dragon Slave Art, none of his other cultivation art would work.

Still, Cain didn't completely dismiss the matter. He can tell there are some really terrifying immemorial beasts out there that can stand on equal footing with high realm masters. Even up to the legendary Heavenly Venerate realm!

Furthermore, some special Dao Beasts have natural abilities that no other intelligent race would ever be able to cultivate.

Gaining control of anyone of those beats would certainly be a terrifying force.

After contemplation, Cain said, "It's a great idea for the future, but not now. I will need to spend some time perceiving a Dao Beast's soul before I can properly implant Slave Law essence within them."

"Ah, I see." Amber nodded and then gazed around the cave room. "Well then, we've made enough plans, right? Let's take everything here. And get out of this cramped place. Even I'm starting to miss fresh air."

Cain's lips curved into a small smile. He nodded while also taking a look around the cave room, especially noting the glittering Dao Fragments Cores either embedded into the wall or on the ground.

"I feel that. Even if it's not affiliated with our main Laws, we should still take them. I'm not sure if we should use them for the Divine Star realm, but they all would at least be helpful to progress through the Great Divine Sea realm."

As Cain spoke, he waved his hand, unleashing a suction force that poured the Dao Core Fragments into his spatial ring.

Amber simultaneously did her own sweep over, though she didn't care enough to pull in that many Dao Core Fragments.

A few seconds later, the whole treasure was cleared out.

Amber sighed with feigned pity, her eyes glowing in amusement at the now-empty cave room. "You know, I almost feel sorry for whatever expert this was. But I'm sure if they can already find so many, they can do it once again."

"Or maybe they already used up all of their luck just to get into this cave. Either way doesn't concern us at all." Cain lightly chuckled in a similar amusement.

Even if this mysterious expert was some grand Holy King, the duo simply knew Chaos energy can not only teleport them away from danger but also cover their trails.

Cain grabbed hold of Amber's hand and spread out his Chaos-enhanced sense.

Chaos energy shrouded the duo's body as Cain took an invisible step forward. They directly tore through the void space, teleporting right through Spirit formations barriers without a single hitch.

The sense of space shifted all around the duo.

A moment later, they were back outside, into the lushes forestry area.

Cain closed his eyes as his Chaos sense expanded out again. His head subconsciously pinpointed in a specific direction.

Nodding to himself, he said, "Alright, recalling right, the Lake of Stars is in this direction. Let's set o-"

Before Cain could finish his thought, a buzzing sensation went off in his mind.

Digging into his pocket, Cain pulled out Peng Fu's contact ring, which was now brightly glowing.

Amber puzzledly knitted her brows. "This guy is calling so soon? What could he...wait...just how long have we been in this cave? Truthfully, close-door cultivation seems so short to us, but days can pass before we even know it."

"Perhaps that did happen with us. Either way, let's see what he wants." Cain poured soul energy into the contact ring and instantly heard Peng Fu's voice speaking in an urgent tone.

'Ah? Master? Thank the lords I finally got through to you! I've been trying to contact you for a few days now for news that you need to know about.'

'Let me guess...is this concerning that Wen Shao? He seems like a particularly ruthless one.' Cain had sarcasm practically drowning his entire tone.

This mere Divine Decree Lord is more of a nuisance than anything else. A nuisance that will one day fall to ruin beneath his and Amber's feet.

Evidently, Peng Fu didn't share such confidence. His tone was still fraught with worry as he explained, 'Indeed, it is, master. After our failure, Wen Shao deemed you as a threat that can't be allowed to grow. He already anticipates Wen Dao gaining much usage out of master and then using master and mistress on him. His already paranoid personality amplifies these zealous thoughts. This is why master and mistress should be very careful when leaving the Zhou Family. Wen Shao has a massive array of loyal subordinates. Nearly all of them are desperate to prove themselves to Wen Shao. His influence is just that wide. Now, not everyone among us is potentially talented and powerful. But master should at least treat anyone of them with great caution.'

'Is that right? Any immediate threats I should know about?' Cain asked in a casual tone.

Peng Fu paused as if he was checking around his current surrounding. Afterward, he said, 'Well, there is still my partner back in the Zhou Family, Du Hu. She's a Middle Stage Divine star expert, so I would advise treating her very cautiously. And also, very recently, my direct senior subordinates sent out a squad around your general area. They believed with your disappearance, you two may still be around. The squad itself consists of not only Early Divine Star experts but also another Middle Divine Star warrior.'

'Middle Stages, huh?' Cain's will for battle instantly surged.

It seems like whenever he achieves a new level of power, a willing punching bag is ready at his doorstep.

As for offending and arousing Wen Shao's suspicions more, Cain didn't give much of a damn. Even if that almighty Divine Ruler personally comes for him and Amber, Chaos energy will instantly teleport him from any seemingly impossible danger.

Although, the threat of death is still very much possible. A Divine Ruler means can certainly catch either him or Amber completely off-guard.

However, such a thought barely made Cain feel a sliver of worry. In fact, surges of excitement continued to pump through his veins.

Cain clenched an eager fist as he turned over to Amber. "Tell me. I can already guess your answer, but what do you prefer, staying safe behind doors or the constant thrill of killing and adventure?"

"Constant thrill?" Amber exasperatedly sighs while shaking her head. "You and your arrogant sister really do share a number of potent qualities. I much rather prefer slow adventures where can enjoy quiet places and am consistently relaxed. But with you? I guess these troublesome things aren't so bad. Is that Peng Fu warning us about Wen Shao?"

"Indeed. Even sent a squad in our general area. Deemed us as too much a threat and wants us gone. I have a feeling this is only the start of a long line of complicated problems." Cain's smile only grew wider, despite the severity of this issue.

He turned his attention back onto Peng Fu and only said, 'If you find any more leads, be sure to notify us as soon as you can.'

'Yes, master.'

With that, the contact ring lost its luster.

Cain grabbed Amber's hand again as his smile turned insidiously devious. "Seems like we're taking a bit of a detour to the Lake of Stars. You ready?"

"You don't even need to ask." Amber snuggled into Cain's body, not really treating whatever squadron without any true urgency.

Chaos energy shrouded the duo's body. The void space tore open, and the duo teleported into the black void in a green flash.