Su Fu stood at the periphery of the volcano.
The rising heat waves made the air incredibly scorching.
This dungeon was a “Civilization Projection.”
In other words, the anomalies here could replicate numerous gods based on the history they had witnessed.
According to the setting of [The Investiture of the Gods], the anomalies must have seen those Sages who took action.
Therefore, Lady Nuwa had certainly been replicated as well.
Although it was hard to say how much of her ability remained after being copied, she was undoubtedly the peak of power in this dungeon.
However, while replicating based on witnessed history had its advantages, it also possessed a fatal weakness.
The more accurately and perfectly they imitated, and the more they acknowledged the legitimacy of these powers, the easier it was for the true deities to intervene.
For instance, once they accepted the setting of “Nuwa creating humans and mending the sky,” the true Nuwa’s authority could move through this place without hindrance.
‘Since they acknowledge Nuwa as a Sage, they must listen when she speaks.’
No matter how strong a replica was, it could never surpass the original.
This was because their power originated from “observed history” rather than the true authority of the Heavenly Dao.
Therefore, Su Fu was certain that Lady Nuwa’s intervention would definitely be able to mask the secrets of heaven here.
This was a sure thing.
If Su Fu were a bit stronger, she could even directly replace the “Pseudo-Nuwa” within the dungeon and become the “New Sage” recognized by the Heavenly Dao of this world.
It was not impossible, but she did not want to be controlled by this world’s Heavenly Dao.
Su Fu quickly gathered her thoughts and summoned Qingluan and Cai Feng to “knock on the door” of the Phoenix Clan’s territory on her behalf.
Qingluan solidified in the void, transforming into a Divine Bird dozens of feet tall.
The Rainbow Phoenix appeared simultaneously, its tail feathers trailing brilliant rays of light.
“Go!”
The two Divine Birds gave a long cry and spread their wings, flying into the depths of the Nanming Undying Volcano.
The long cries penetrated the rolling clouds of lava, appearing to be an inquiry to the Phoenix Clan —
“May we meet?”
One second, two seconds…
The volcanic range remained as silent as before.
There was only the muffled sound of rolling lava, as if no one was paying them any attention at all.
The cries of Qingluan and the Rainbow Phoenix gradually became more urgent.
Chesia nervously wrapped herself around Su Fu’s wrist and asked, “No way… We can’t even see a single person?”
Su Fu frowned slightly, ‘It shouldn’t be. The aura of Qingluan and the Rainbow Phoenix could not be faked. No matter how arrogant the Phoenix Clan was, they wouldn’t ignore those of their own bloodline.’
Just then, the Undying Volcano suddenly shook.
A plume of lava erupted from the crater, and a clear, piercing phoenix cry echoed from the depths of the volcano.
Three red shadows shot up from the depths of the volcano.
Wherever they passed, space distorted, and even the air seemed to be ignited.
“Screeech”
The three figures landed in mid-air and transformed into human forms.
A crushing pressure washed over Su Fu; it was the aura of a Quasi-Sage.
Chesia couldn’t help but shrink back into the Thorn Ring.
“So… so strong!”
The man in the center wore crimson-gold robes.
His long, scarlet hair cascaded down to his waist like a waterfall.
His golden eyes were like suns, and his face was matchless in its beauty.
The one on the left held a long halberd.
His features were as picturesque as a painting, and his temperament was ethereal.
The person on the right was dressed in black with sharp eyes and a fierce aura.
Su Fu thought, ‘As expected of the Phoenix Clan, their looks are truly top-tier.’
The red-haired man in the center narrowed his golden eyes and asked, “Human junior, why have you trespassed into our clan’s forbidden grounds?”
His tone was displeased, “You even went as far as to drive Qingluan and the Rainbow Phoenix? Have you come to provoke the dignity of my clan?”
Su Fu remained silent.
Their self-esteem was a bit too high.
If she hadn’t summoned Qingluan and the Rainbow Phoenix, how could she have called them out?
But words were useless.
She directly chanted in her heart and summoned the Phoenix phantom —
“SUMMON PHOENIX —”
“AID ME!”
In an instant, golden light exploded behind Su Fu, which then condensed into the phantom of the Great Desolation’s True Phoenix.
The phantom was as brilliant as gold.
Its spread wings blotted out the sun, and its tail feathers swayed, scattering brilliant golden fire.
“This… this aura!” The three elders’ expressions changed simultaneously.
“Could it be…”
The three looked at each other, their eyes filled with horror.
The red-haired man asked in disbelief, “How can you possess the aura of the Great Ancestor, Yuan Feng?”
Su Fu did not panic.
She said calmly, “During the Great Tribulation of the Dragon and Han, a strand of the true spirit was fortunately reincarnated. Now that the tribulation is over, I have returned.”
The three glanced at each other.
Their eyes were filled with shock and joy, but they still retained their reason.
The man on the left said hesitantly, “The aura of Yuan Feng is genuine, but you clearly have a human body.”
“How could Yuan Feng’s true spirit be reincarnated into the human race?”
Seeing this, Su Fu knew it was time to use her ultimate move.
She only needed one last spark.
‘Summon Nuwa Manifestation!’
In the next second, a massive Divine Manifestation suddenly appeared between heaven and earth.
The top of the manifestation was lost in the clouds as it stood tall between heaven and earth.
In its hand, it held the Five-Colored Stone used for mending the sky.
As its eyes looked down, it seemed to traverse time and space, seeing through the essence of all things.
The Nuwa phantom appeared in mid-air, merciful yet majestic, enveloping the entire Nanming Volcano.
She spoke indifferently —
“This girl has a destiny with the Phoenix Clan; she shall enter the clan grounds.”
The three men no longer possessed their previous indifference.
They became incredibly respectful and bowed collectively to Lady Nuwa.
“We shall obey the Sage’s decree!”
The man in red, Feng Xuan, never expected that Saint Nuwa, one of the supreme existences between heaven and earth, would personally descend for this human woman.
Suddenly, a flash of insight struck him, ‘Could this matter be planned by Lady Nuwa?’
The more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed.
Although the Lady became a Sage by creating humans, she was originally a Demon Emperor of the Demon Clan.
Back then, the Great Tribulation was tragic.
If she had secretly intervened to leave a glimmer of hope for Yuan Feng, it was extremely possible.
Now, she was using the opportunity of the Investiture of the Gods to allow her to return through reincarnation.
Regardless, since this woman had a decree personally issued by Lady Nuwa, he had to obey.
The Nüwa Manifestation’s eyes moved slightly.
She gave a light nod and let out a soft hum of acknowledgment.
In the next instant, the manifestation dissipated into the horizon as if it had never appeared.
Su Fu saw the three elders’ uncertain expressions and didn’t say much.
After all, letting them fill in the blanks themselves often led to more “reasonable” conclusions.
In any case, Nuwa’s appearance had already given her the strongest possible endorsement.
As for the rest, these clever phoenixes would come up with a suitable reason on their own.
The red-robed man was the first to react.
A look of realization flashed in his eyes, and he then respectfully bowed to Su Fu.
“Feng Xuan welcomes the Lady’s return to the clan.”
“The Goddess is merciful. Though the Great Tribulation was heartless, she still left a glimmer of hope for our clan.”
Seeing this, the other two also bowed respectfully.
Although there were still many doubts about this matter — such as why the reincarnation would be in a human body — it didn’t matter.
It must have been a reincarnated body specifically arranged by the Goddess to avoid the detection of the Heavenly Dao.
This move was brilliant!
Who could have imagined that the supreme true spirit of Yuan Feng would be hidden within a frail human body?
As expected of Lady Nuwa.
The two felt it was more and more reasonable the more they thought about it.
No wonder she could summon Qingluan and the Rainbow Phoenix.
So, she was the reincarnation of Great Ancestor Yuan Feng’s true spirit.
Otherwise, how could a mere mortal possess the aura of Yuan Feng?
Lady Nuwa personally appearing must have also been to mask the secrets of heaven.
After all, when the Ancestral Dragon and the Primal Qilin were completely wiped out in the battle of old, if Yuan Feng had a chance at life, how could she be ostentatious about it?
Since this woman was the reincarnation of Yuan Feng, she was the future hope of the Phoenix Clan!
The man on the left holding the long halberd took the initiative to speak, “Lady, I am an elder of the clan, Chi Yue. Since you have returned, you should naturally enter our clan’s ancestral grounds. It’s just that the current situation is complex. I’m afraid we still need to provide some cover for you.”
Feng Xing agreed, “Exactly. Now that the Investiture of the Gods is approaching, our clan must act with caution. I suggest that except for the few of us in the clan, this should be temporarily hidden from others to avoid drawing the gaze of the Heavenly Dao.”
Su Fu nodded slightly and said, “That is fine. Then, please lead the way, Elders.”
The three elders looked at each other, and Feng Xuan took a step forward.
“Please follow me, Lady.”
He turned and waved his hand, immediately opening a path.
The four of them entered toward the core area of the Nanming Undying Volcano.
The further they went, the hotter the air became, making it almost suffocating.
Even breathing became painfully searing, as if they were inhaling molten flames rather than air.
When they reached the inner area, Su Fu could even see lava flowing like rivers beneath her feet.
Even with Divine Power in her body, it was difficult to withstand the terrifying Nanming Li Fire of this world.
Perhaps only the Phoenix Clan could do it.
‘It’s too hot…’ Su Fu’s brow furrowed.
Even though her body had been improved by the Tree of Life, she had reached her limit.
If she stayed for even a second longer, she would be scorched.
She no longer hesitated and directly activated the Phoenix’s Nirvana skill.
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