Chapter 4, Treasure Zone

Knock knock knock

The elderly man in a silver robe was tall, with a rosy complexion and a youthful appearance despite his white hair. The aura emanating from within him, faint yet palpable, resembled that of a slumbering giant beast, instilling a terrifying pressure upon the Jun Tian formation.

Ultimately, the Origin Platform completely collapsed

What?

Under the lure of great rewards, there will surely be brave men; the common people will vie to sign up even at the cost of their lives, for this is the only opportunity to change their lives

Juntian awoke from his cultivation, his body brimming with vigorous energy, all wounds fully healed. Clenching his fists, he could feel an explosive power coursing through him, marveling at the greatness of cultivation.

This ... ... this thing can actually isolate cold matter?

Hmm?

It is said that a major accident occurred in the treasure excavation area of the yellow oriole, where the power of the Huang family's dominion is concentrated.

Half a month later

She put on her new cotton coat, exquisitely crafted, with her hair styled in a ponytail. Bouncing and skipping, she ran over and cheerfully said, "Little brother, your hair seems to have gotten a bit darker."

Jun Tian stood at the door, momentarily stunned. Yun Xi could not remember what had happened yesterday. Was it all just a nightmare

The heavens are filled with uncertainty; can the Origin Platform assist in energizing the tiles

Upon arriving at the destination, Jun Tian, I learned that the recent treasure excavation had resulted in severe casualties. It is said that some of the originators lost their lives in the process.

Huang De appears powerful in our eyes, but what does he mean to Huang Ying? It seems that in the short term, I am safe

Jun Tian was preparing to go out to gather information; he was well aware of Huang De's residence. This neighborhood remained the same as in the past

In a state of uncertainty, he went to the publicly accessible scripture repository in the town to research relevant information. It is said that certain special constitutions require sufficient strength to unlock the wheel of fate

Jun Tian was also very decisive, finding Huang Anshan, and said: "My lord, I am willing to share the young lady's worries."

Killing them would likely incite public outrage; the current situation is critical. Huang Anshan said in a lowered voice that at this juncture, the Huang family did not wish to create further trouble to avoid affecting the treasure excavation project

The large treasure area has been located, and the esteemed Miss Huang Ying is personally in charge, calling upon the young and able-bodied individuals of Snowfield Town and the library youth to go and excavate the treasure

Huang Anshan smiled, the foundation of the Huang family lies in the 'Eastern Region', while the North Pole is merely a training ground for the direct lineage within the clan. Huang Ying is quite capable, and upon her return to the family in the future, she will most likely be entrusted with significant responsibilities

He is wondering if the tiles are absorbing the material from the origin platform

This is indeed the case, but just look at their conduct. They refuse to excavate treasures unless they are granted a quota for the origin ceremony? They do not even consider who is providing for them

The tiles have changed my destiny, and there must be greater value to be explored!

This is the Origin Platform

Jun Tian hurriedly approached to persuade, as this matter originated entirely from him, and he did not wish for these individuals to be implicated because of it

I got up and went to the yard, watching Yunxi lively and energetically building a snowman

Miss, rather than killing them now, it would be better to have them dig for treasure for you

I understand

It is said that a firm origin platform can better complete the origin ritual, and the energy material it draws can further satisfy the strong in their cultivation, akin to a paradise of caves and blessed lands

As long as one can become a powerful originator, everything is possible! The vastness of the universe is boundless, but one must never reveal their identity as an originator.

Some elderly individuals who have participated in the treasure excavation in the treasure zone claim that striking it rich by unearthing treasures is sufficient to ensure a lifetime of wealth and can even allow one to relocate to an ancient city to live a prosperous life

... ...

In the coming days, during the nights, I will practice in the realm of Jun Tian, while during the day, I will pay attention to the movements in Xueyuan Town and have gathered extremely important information.

Its overall structure resembles an altar, intricately engraved with mysterious symbols that shimmer with a radiant glow, causing the surrounding populace to be envious and eager to rush forward at once

Wouldn't this allow for unobstructed access in the treasure area

Such events are of great significance and serve as a means for the powerful to control the populace. Do you wish to eat? To become an Originator? Come, take up the Ice Shovel and carve out a path in life!

The heart of Jun Tian trembled slightly; it is said that the ancient city in the North Pole was prosperous and thriving, with an excellent living environment, and there were academies for cultivation, which had been the hall he had long dreamed of since childhood.

Thank you for your kindness, Miss

At this time, the town mayor accompanied an elderly man in a silver robe to find Jun Tian

Jun Tian spoke with a face full of fear, yet his mood was exceedingly fervent. Since the tiles could isolate cold substances, perhaps they could truly unearth something.

How could the cause not be determined

Roar

Upon arriving at the training ground, the major announcement made by the town mayor sparked heated discussions. This left Jun Tian astonished, as he contemplated the ancestral hall. Would Huang Ying unearth the ancestral hall?

This outrageous scene left all parties astonished, and some citizens cursed inwardly, "Damn the Huang family, bringing out the abandoned origin platform to deceive us!"

Jun Tian felt a quiet excitement; this sensation of becoming stronger was akin to having lived a second life

The following morning

This is too fierce...

A large number of men knelt on the ground, desperately bowing their heads in prayer for forgiveness

Thank you, miss. Jun Tian expressed his gratitude with a sincere face and turned to walk towards the Origin Platform

Thud

What?

The dull sound of thunderous drums suddenly echoed, and Jun Tian's expression darkened slightly; this was the mayor beating the drum

Jun Tian paid close attention, and he did not let his guard down. After all, Huang De is the originator, and the Huang family will certainly investigate his long-term disappearance

He had no time to think further, mainly because Huang Anshan had already lost control of his emotions and was currently investigating the source of the collapse.

The authorities have begun to distribute food ration tickets in batches, allowing for the stockpiling of daily necessities, enabling meals to include meat regularly, and the stored grain can last for a year

... ...

Huang Anshan stood next to a young maiden, who was unafraid of the cold, dressed in a black, form-fitting leather outfit with exposed shoulders. Her figure was undeniably alluring, with a prominent bust and a curvaceous rear, yet she appeared even more aloof than a yellow warbler.

Huang Anshan smiled but did not speak; instead, this origin platform can accommodate thousands of people for cultivation

Fortunately, he did not discover any issues in the short term

He is the steward of the yellow oriole, Huang Anshan, and even the town mayor treats him with great courtesy.

At the same time, he imparted the Origin Sutra to Yunxi, instructing her not to speak of it to others, and he was uncertain whether this scripture could assist Yunxi in her cultivation

At this moment, Jun Tian discovered that the nine-colored tiles in the library of his mind were gradually becoming hot

Huang Lili, the cousin of Huang Ying, glanced at the various commoners scrambling to sign up and scoffed: "Do these lowly people really think the initiation ceremony is so easy to pass? I don't understand what my sister is thinking, being so keen on nurturing them; it would be better to raise a dog instead."

It is highly likely that the creatures of the snowy plains are besieging the town, or perhaps some significant event has occurred, prompting all males aged fifteen and above in the town to assemble

Within the giant war vehicle stands a blue stone platform, at the center of which is a circular giant pillar, soaring into the clouds as if connecting to the heavens

The people undergoing the origin ritual were filled with fear, many suffering head injuries from falling stones, and the air was filled with screams akin to those of slaughtered pigs

Continuously gathering the essence of heaven and earth, strengthening the physical body, my constitution can become increasingly robust

Jun Tian's expression was strange, as he discovered that the energy from the Origin Platform seemed to be absorbed by the tiles

In his view, this is not a blessing, but a death warrant

I have been absorbing the essence of heaven and earth day and night, and my physique has become stronger than before. Logically, I should be able to activate my fate wheel now. Only by activating my destiny can I be considered a qualified originator

Jun Tian furrowed his brow in contemplation. Having already qualified for cultivation, he did not wish to take risks. However, he was concerned that staying with Huang Ying for too long would expose his true condition.

Little sister, do not run around the house, I will be going out for a while

The heart of Jun Tian is somewhat unable to bear it, as the tiles have actually consumed all the essence of this Origin Platform

Huang Lili, unable to contain her anger, pointed at the common people of Juntian and exclaimed, "Have these lowly people polluted the Origin Platform?"

Huang Lili, as a native young lady of the Eastern land, looks down upon this harsh and desolate place from the bottom of her heart, considering the lives of the common people as worthless as paper

The townspeople do not dare to go down; even if they have money, they must have their lives to spend it. The originators will die, let alone them

Three days later, the team in the town set off, braving the cold wind towards the treasure area

The yellow oriole declares that anyone who dares to venture down can be given the opportunity to undergo the acceptance ritual in advance

Not good

Once activated, the Origin Platform at https://www.hetushu.com emits a glowing texture covering the surface, with a towering central pillar projecting intense light, filled with a considerable gravitational pull, as if corresponding to the operational laws of the sun, moon, and stars

Where would Jun Tian dare to refute? One must be honest and obedient, simply waiting for the opportunity to unlock fate, and then find a way to leave

Suddenly, a thunderous roar echoed, accompanied by a tremor that shook the earth and mountains. It was the nine-headed behemoth of the snow plains, pulling an ancient bronze war chariot, charging towards the mountain peak and causing a sensation.

Huang Lili's heart was bleeding; hundreds of thousands of taels of gold had just vanished like that? Always accustomed to indulgence, she was furious, her hair standing on end, and she drew the sword she carried on her back, wanting to kill someone to vent her anger

You are the villager that my sister just received? You seem to be acceptable in appearance, and it is your duty as a servant to help my sister alleviate her worries. Now, go on.

"Indeed, miss, we are willing to go down and dig for treasure." These men, kneeling and bowing, spoke with trepidation, fully aware that Jun Tian was a follower supported by Huang Ying

Oh

Jun Tianqiang suppressed the fluctuations of his inner emotions, and then he discovered that the reactivated tiles emitted an invisible sheen, enveloping his physical body, making him no longer feel the cold

The mayor is well aware of Huang Ying's strong desire for dominance; the town, spanning a radius of ten thousand miles, holds her in high regard. Moreover, she has a peculiar penchant for nurturing powerful battle pets to charge into battle on her behalf

Jun Tian's heart was somewhat chaotic; could it be that the tiles were treasures beyond imagination, or perhaps they were related to the cultivation sanctum that perished in the North Pole eons ago?

At the moment of Jun Tian's hesitation, the nine-colored tiles in his mind emitted warmth, subtly pointing towards the Origin Platform

Huang Anshan felt a sense of panic as he discovered that the rate of deterioration of the origin platform was astonishingly high, to the point where cracks had formed on the surface, rendering it nothing more than scrap material, which he found utterly absurd

At this moment, Jun Tian is seated on the Origin Platform, clearly sensing this kind of pulling force, which can awaken the slumbering treasure of the physical body

The mayor was surprised and smiled meaningfully: "Jun Tian, you actually managed to earn the favor of Miss Huang Ying? Do your best, serve your master well, and bring glory to our Snowfield Town!"

Huang Anshan was chatting with Huang Lili on https://www.hetushu.com when he suddenly frowned, noticing that the energy stored in the Origin Platform was rapidly dimming

He glanced at Jun Tian and frowned, saying: "You are Jun Tian, right? Since Miss Huang Ying has taken a liking to you, that is a blessing you have earned over three lifetimes. From now on, be more clever; otherwise, if you offend the young lady, no one will be able to protect you."

Jun Tian no longer wishes to descend; he only wants to quietly grow stronger while waiting for the opportunity to leave

However, Jun Tian encountered difficulties in his cultivation and still did not perceive the Wheel of Fate

He is well aware that there are distinctions of strength and weakness among the origin platforms, as well as hierarchies, which are closely related to the development and future of a community

Upon learning of this matter, Jun Tian felt a chill run down his spine as he gazed at the site where the tiles had been unearthed

This iceberg is almost hollowed out, with a giant pit exuding terrifying cold substances, causing his body to appear somewhat stiff

"The subordinate does not dare," said Jun Tian

Jun Tian furrowed his brow as he browsed through various strange tales in the Sutra Repository, discovering significant clues. Without unlocking fate, there was simply no way to absorb energy to strengthen the body.

Huang Lili cast a cold glance at him and said: "What business do you have interrupting the master while he punishes his servant? Do you think that by following Sister Huang Ying you can climb the social ladder? You need to understand your own status!"

Huang Lili suppressed her inner anger and pointed at Jun Tian, saying: "You go down first. If you fail to unearth any treasures, you can weigh the consequences yourself. And all of you, get down as well."

As for Jun Tian's hair, it is naturally gray. According to my grandfather, it is because of a depletion of vital energy in the womb that this occurred. Such occurrences are quite normal in the Arctic region.

He speculated that the cultivation system from eons ago was different from the present one

I have a special constitution? Since I was young, I have just been a bit stronger.

A lady conquering a vast expanse of land alone must have some warriors to serve her in order to better reap her wealth

Since his physique could still become stronger, he steadied his emotions and continued his training

Devouring the Origin Platform to replenish energy

However, this level of traction truly cannot be compared to that of the ancestral home

He was astonished. Although this Origin Platform is of the lowest tier, it still took hundreds of thousands of taels of gold to forge it. The consumption for merely initiating the Origin Ceremony should not be considered too significant, right