# Chapter 4.50 Primordial Fragments (This is a Necessary Prerequisite)
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These are all hard requirements for advancing to Supreme Rank. However, some of these requirements can be optimized. For example, using 5 pieces of "Primordial Core" to replace the required 50 pieces of "Primordial Fragment" yields a higher upper limit after advancing to Supreme Rank.
Why do some Supreme powerhouses stagnate at the mid or upper levels of Supreme Rank? This is reaching the upper limit. Compared to slow progress in cultivation, hitting the upper limit is a more helpless situation.
In Su Xiao's view, even contractors and hunters have upper limits. Even within the Paradise camp, one might find ways to break through these limits, but compared to the difficulty of finding such methods, obtaining enough "Primordial Cores" is clearly simpler. If the former's difficulty is 80, the latter's difficulty is around 10. This is the gap between accumulation and compensation.
For Su Xiao, having a high upper limit after advancing to Supreme Rank is extremely important. His greatest enemy, the Supreme Being, is the strongest existence above Supreme Rank. To deal with this enemy, he naturally cannot set Supreme Rank as his ultimate goal.
However, the difficulty of obtaining "Primordial Cores" is extremely high. Su Xiao completed a terrifyingly difficult legendary mission and only obtained one piece. He needs to accumulate five in total. The difficulty can be imagined.
Correspondingly, he no longer needs to save the "Primordial Fragments" obtained subsequently. This also means Su Xiao can absorb more "Source Matter."
Whether it's "Power Source Matter" or "Special Source Matter," after absorption, he needs to absorb the Primordial Power within "Primordial Fragments" to stabilize and assist absorption. At least Su Xiao is like this. He doesn't have years or even longer to slowly stabilize.
The more "Source Matter" absorbed, the more Primordial Power is needed later to stabilize. This is because "Source Matter" enhances oneself by a percentage of current strength. For example, with "Power Source Matter," after Su Xiao absorbs it, his True Strength, Agility, Stamina, and Intelligence all increase by 5%.
Whether his current four attributes are 300 points or 400 points, the enhancement intensity differs. The former increases all four attributes by 15 points, the latter by 20 points.
Previously, Su Xiao absorbed two portions of "Power Source Matter" consecutively and successfully stabilized with just one "Primordial Fragment." This was a special case of first-time "Source Matter" absorption, almost like a newcomer's benefit in terms of "Source Matter."
For subsequent "Source Matter" absorption, to stabilize quickly, he must expend "Primordial Fragments" equal to the number of times he absorbs "Source Matter." That is, the next time Su Xiao absorbs "Power Source Matter," he will need to consume three "Primordial Fragments" to quickly stabilize his condition.
No wonder many powerhouses in Primordial Worlds rely on time to slowly stabilize. Some even spend decades or centuries stabilizing the unstable state after multiple "Source Matter" absorptions.
Su Xiao doesn't mind this situation. Since he's decided to accumulate "Primordial Cores" to advance to Supreme Rank, the "Primordial Fragments" obtained subsequently will be more than enough for absorbing "Source Matter."
Moreover, this isn't without benefits. Using time to slowly wear down the remnants of "Source Matter" might seem more economical, but it actually limits the development of [Absolute Strong, X (Passive)].
[Absolute Strong, X (Passive)]
Arcane Power: Current Strength, Agility, Stamina, Intelligence permanently increased by 5% (already enhanced twice).
Potential Power: Obtain corresponding enhancement based on Source Matter characteristics (not yet enhanced through Special Source Matter).
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The level of the Absolute Strong ability indeed cannot be increased, but its characteristics can be enhanced. If after each "Source Matter" absorption, "Primordial Fragments" are used to stabilize this ability, the enhancement ratio of "Arcane Power" can see small increases.
Initially, the improvement is barely visible, but if dozens of "Primordial Fragments" are invested, the growth that Primordial Power brings to "Arcane Power" becomes quite intuitive. Even if it only increases by 1%, it's a significant gap at later stages.
Besides "Primordial Cores" providing greater assistance for advancing to Supreme Rank, [Primordial Potion] is also a crucial component. This concerns whether the foundation can be strengthened to its most solid state.
Su Xiao's existing [Primordial Potion (Perfect)] is already the dream of all Absolute Strong powerhouses. But as a master alchemist, the [Primordial Potion] he uses himself naturally pursues the Miracle grade above Perfect grade. This is the peak.
Putting away the "Book of Original Sin," successfully dealing with the powerful enemy Zhushi, Su Xiao feels much more relaxed. So far, only one powerful enemy remains: the Scarlet Monarch.
In Su Xiao's view, the Scarlet Monarch is harder to deal with than Zhushi. The Scarlet Monarch can use Original Sin Objects, which is undoubtedly a huge threat. It can be said that this is the first enemy Su Xiao has faced that can use Original Sin Objects.
Although Shenfu holds the Golden Holy Grail, that's more of a coexistence relationship, unlike the Scarlet Monarch who can use the Big Daddy rank Original Sin Object, the Scarlet Scepter, as a weapon.
Therefore, before dealing with the Scarlet Monarch, Su Xiao has a few things to handle. He activates the Watcher's Ring. When the spatial mist dissipates, he is already inside the Gray Holy Sanctuary. The clanging sounds of forging come from nearby, while the scroll workshop opposite has its door tightly shut.
The Scroll Master has already left this world. He had always needed to go to the Transcendent World, the Witch Realm, for some urgent matter. Unfortunately, the Old Tree Clan member who served as the Eternal Light Watcher had become senile enough to forget how to open the spatial seal of the Eternal Light World. Upon seeing Su Xiao, he naturally borrowed a Sealing Blade and left this world.
When Su Xiao passes near the Old Tree Clan member, he finds the latter's aura has weakened to the extreme. Sensing Su Xiao's arrival, the Old Tree Clan member trembles his eyelids, trying to open his eyes, but ultimately fails. Not having died yet, the Old Tree Clan member is waiting for a result.
Arriving at his temporary residence, Su Xiao opens a wooden cabinet drawer and takes out a key. This is the [Eternal Light World · Law Destruction Faction Treasure Vault Key]. This is the faction treasure vault of the Law Destruction faction, not the personal assets of a single Law Destroyer.
Before coming to the Eternal Light World, Su Xiao had high expectations for this treasure vault. However, the vault is located on an isolated island in the Sand Sea. Before eliminating the Deep Sea Evil Spirit clan, he couldn't go there. After subsequently going to war with the World-Destroying rank clan, he finally has time now.
"Woof."
Bubu Wang, squeezing in from the side, looks quite expectant. His lifelong dream has been to master some Moon Wolf abilities. Whether it's strong or not is secondary; being cool is a lifelong pursuit. Unfortunately, Bubu Wang once tried to bite a great sword, only to chop it into a metal sword post, giving himself a mild concussion on the spot. Bubu Wang's swordsmanship dream shattered instantly.
As for Moonlight Power, don't even mention it. Bubu Wang once tried to sense moonlight energy. After holding his breath for over an hour, until snoring sounds came and went, he didn't sense a trace of moonlight power.
Wolf Swordsmanship and Moonlight Power are both hopeless for Bubu Wang. He can only hope that this trip to the Law Destruction faction's treasure vault might contain some Moon Wolf characteristic equipment, allowing him to share in the Moon Wolf's glory.
"Boss, you need to be mentally prepared. You know what the previous generation of Law Destroyers were like."
Baha speaks. Hearing this, Su Xiao's expression remains unchanged. He leaves the residence and finds the Dark Daughter stepping down from the teleportation array.
"Found the Scarlet Seed?"
"It could break the Nightmare Seal at any moment."
"Mm, that's good. I'm going to the isolated island in the Sand Sea first."
Hearing this, the Dark Daughter pauses mid-step, turns around, and walks onto the teleportation array. The Watcher's Ring on her index finger is half-activated. She says, "I'll take you there."
Su Xiao, Bubu Wang, Amu, and Baha step onto the teleportation array. As the array activates, a cold, bloody sensation gradually approaches. When the teleportation ends, Su Xiao finds himself on an island. This island seems piled high with countless bones. The sky is pitch black, and the clouds appear scarlet, making the already dim light even more gloomy.
At the center of the island is a giant skull hundreds of meters tall. Scarlet mist slowly drifts from the skull's eye sockets. The Dark Daughter raises her translucent blue finger, pointing toward the giant skull: "Souns and Yusha are over there."
Hearing the name Yusha, Su Xiao recalls this person whom he had met a few times in Sanctuary City, and whose spiritual body he had seen in the Scarlet Temple. However, the blood energy mark he left on her body last time was resolved by the Wolf Swordsman Souns using a Substitute Doll. It seems there's still room for improvement in this aspect.
Speaking of which, Grocery Brother Souns is the elder brother of the Wolf Swordsman Rosna, and Yusha is considered Rosna's daughter. So, is Souns Yusha's uncle?
This is actually a good thing. Grocery Brother's Fate Wound is already very severe. He's like a loner walking through endless ashes. After completing all his missions, what he wants most isn't lively celebrations and noise, but to find a quiet, uninhabited place to sleep forever. This Eternal Light Watcher is too tired.
At least that's how Su Xiao felt about Grocery Brother before. However, upon learning that his sister was still alive, Grocery Brother's heart stirred slightly. He seemed to want to entrust Su Xiao to prepare some potions to suppress the Fate Wound. But upon learning that his sister didn't have long to live, Grocery Brother abandoned this plan.
Now, knowing that his sister has a daughter, Grocery Brother might not be so lonely anymore. Especially since, according to the Dark Daughter, Yusha has inherited the Moonlight Power.
In this regard, Grocery Brother is the best teacher, bar none. Not to mention, the highest level of the Lightless Temple originally had five members. After Grocery Brother killed one, it became the Four Giants. Pitch Black Moonlight Souns was never a minor character. Grocery Brother is just very humble. After bearing the Fate Wound left by a top-tier World-Destroying rank existence and suffering permanent strength decline, he began to claim he was only half an Eternal Light Watcher, never revealing his former power.
Presumably, Grocery Brother won't have an affectionate attitude toward Yusha. After all, as a teacher, one must be strict. Especially since Yusha used to roam the mixed Dark Street. She seems obedient now, but once familiar, she's quite mischievous, brave yet harboring the cunning and ruthlessness honed in the Dark Street.
Su Xiao isn't in a hurry to go to the Nightmare Seal entrance for now. He looks at the Dark Daughter beside him and asks, "How did you get here?"
"By boat."
"That's perfect. I need to go to this place."
Su Xiao takes out the treasure vault key. The key floats up on its own, gradually drifting in one direction. He glances at the Dark Daughter again and says, "I'm going to find Souns."
"No need. He's guarding the seal entrance and teaching Yusha Moonlight Power. I know the route."
"That's best."
Su Xiao walks toward the shore. Approaching a small wooden boat by the shore, he frowns and asks, "You used this boat to reach the Bone Island?"
"Mm."
The Dark Daughter sits at the stern. Seeing this, Su Xiao sits in the center of the boat. Amu rows at the bow, while Bubu Wang sits behind Amu, looking around.
An hour later, the wind and waves on the Sand Sea are gentle. Su Xiao sits cross-legged in meditation.
Two hours later, Su Xiao opens his eyes, looking at the Dark Daughter sitting a meter away across from him. At this moment, she is frowning slightly at the sea chart in her hand.
Baha beside him wants to speak but hesitates. It actually wanted to say something long ago, but it really doesn't dare to chatter with the Dark Daughter, so it keeps holding it in.
Seeing the Dark Daughter frowning slightly across from him, Su Xiao suddenly has a bad feeling. He asks, "Is our current sailing direction correct?"
"Probably... correct."
Since knowing the Dark Daughter, this is the first time Su Xiao has seen her so lacking in confidence. Although her voice is usually soft, her tone is steady. This time, her tone grows weaker and weaker.
"Give it here."
Su Xiao reaches out. The Dark Daughter hesitates for a moment but eventually hands over the sea chart. Su Xiao begins to navigate.
An hour later, the Dark Daughter looks around at the endless sea of sand and asks, "Where is this?"
"..."
Su Xiao doesn't speak, frowning at the sea chart in his hand. Seeing this, the Dark Daughter's expression brightens slightly. Although she doesn't show a smile, it's clear she's in a good mood.
"Woof!"
Bubu Wang barks, meaning: 'Finally, it's this Wang's turn to show off!'
But half an hour later, Bubu Wang looks at the sea chart in confusion, then at the terminal in his paw. Finally, he slaps the terminal onto the boat, looking dejected with his head raised, as if to say: 'Even if this Wang is lost, this Wang still won't admit defeat.'
Amu takes the sea chart. This simpleton stares at it for over ten seconds, then puts it down. He goes all out with brute force, starting to row. An hour later, the isolated island where the Law Destruction Treasure Vault is located appears ahead.
Stepping onto the small island, Su Xiao passes through the circular forest by the shore and arrives before a grand hall in the central area. He stops before a metal door over ten meters high. Placing one hand on the door, he releases Cyan Steel Shadow Energy. The numerous mechanisms on the door open, and the double metal doors creak open.
Entering the hall, it appears somewhat empty. At the innermost part is a three-meter-high double metal door. This metal door is dark silver, covered in slash marks and repair traces. Beside it is engraved a line of text:
'After forgetting the key, do not chop this door — Key Reminder: Green.'
Looking at the scarred door full of stories, Su Xiao suddenly feels a bit apprehensive about this trip's gains. For example, upon opening the door, there might be a note hanging in the vast vault saying: 'Your experiences in the Eternal Light World are the most precious treasure, so turn back the way you came.'
Given the previous generation of Law Destroyers' integrity, they could indeed do such a thing. Or perhaps something even more unexpected.
Picking up the treasure vault key, Su Xiao pushes both door panels with his hands. As the doors open, a vast starry sky appears before him.
Su Xiao's eyes widen slightly. He then closes the vault door, pauses for a few seconds, and pushes it open again. The scene before him is still the vast starry sky. He even sees a few meteorites floating weightlessly past.
Su Xiao closes the vault door again. Perhaps the opening method is wrong. He inserts the key into the lock again, this time turning it counterclockwise. Unexpectedly, it can indeed turn.
Click-clack~
After turning it all the way, Su Xiao pushes open the vault door. The scene before him is pitch black. Within this endless darkness, a terrifying aura rushes toward him, as if a sky-devouring giant mouth is closing in. Su Xiao immediately closes the door. He can even feel the terrifying monster in the darkness crashing against this door, causing a horrifying vibration.
"Woof~?"
Bubu Wang's bark carries a tremble. His hind legs tremble violently. The horror of that dark giant beast scared him so much that he almost squeezed out a few drops of urine.
Su Xiao tries turning the key back. He finds that the key has many turning increments. Each increment represents a different environment. Moreover, the increments can be combined. For example, turning counterclockwise three increments from the starting point, then clockwise two increments. This combination opens the door to an unknown environment.
The real Law Destruction Treasure Vault is one of these many environments. The question is, which unlocking increment is correct? Su Xiao estimates that even the old Law Destroyers, Mawen Hua'erzi and Green Gillian, don't know. This should be a mechanism set up by an Ancestral Law Destroyer when the Law Destruction faction declined to its limit. The purpose is to leave resources for future inheritors while preventing enemies from taking them.
Thinking this way, this key lock disc is more like a decoy. Su Xiao tries injecting Cyan Steel Shadow Energy into the key. No change.
He simply turns the key back to the starting point. Looking at the engraved text on the door: 'After forgetting the key, do not chop this door — Key Reminder: Green,' he draws Dragon-Slaying Flash and stabs it into the door. This metal door feels indestructible, but when stabbed with a Law Annihilation Blade, there's only slight resistance.
Click-clack!
The key on the door begins to turn on its own. The inserted Dragon-Slaying Flash bounces out. The vault door transforms into a high-speed rotating winch, full of killing power.
Su Xiao releases the Demon Spirit and charges into it. Sensing that the Demon Spirit is stable on the other side, he swaps positions with it.
First darkness, then the ceiling above gradually emits a blue glow. The phantom of Star Devourer Arkas appears. This phantom is not a soul body, merely a projection of the blue glow above.
The phantom of Star Devourer Arkas points to the innermost stone platform, where an exquisite sealed box rests. A few seconds later, the phantom of Star Devourer Arkas disappears.
In Su Xiao's understanding, Star Devourer Arkas has always been reliable, rigorous, and serious. Leaving this phantom must have a purpose. Therefore, Su Xiao takes the spot where Arkas's phantom disappeared as the starting point and steps forward in a straight line.
He even suspects that only as a Law Destroyer with Cyan Steel Shadow Energy in his body can he see the phantom Arkas deliberately left. After he takes over ten steps, explosions sound from both sides. Sharp crystal spikes shoot from the ground to the ceiling, leaving only the half-meter-wide path Arkas indicated.
The surrounding spikes explode, accompanied by spatial teleportation, transporting the ground, ceiling, and anyone pierced by the spikes away. The rotating winch door behind immediately stops and locks from the inside, becoming openable only from within.
Discovering that this place was set up by Star Devourer Arkas, Su Xiao's heart completely relaxes. He guesses that the resources here shouldn't be particularly exaggerated. After all, it was left during the final decline of the Law Destruction faction. The faction's fall didn't happen suddenly but was worn down by Arcane Eternal Star over a long time, ultimately losing.
Under such circumstances, the resources in this sealed box won't reach an extremely exaggerated level. However, as a secret treasure left by an Ancestral Law Destroyer for inheritors, it certainly won't be meager. He arrives at the stone platform and opens the wooden box on it.
[You obtain a 3,000,000 Soul Coin Savings Card (This is entrusted by Star Devourer Arkas to Reincarnation Paradise for notarization through a Reincarnation Medal).]
[You obtain Primordial Fragments × 12 pieces.]
[You obtain Demon Spirit Source Matter × 3 portions (Law Destruction faction exclusive Source Matter).]
[You obtain Exclusive Awakening Stone (Law Destruction faction exclusive resource, a dedicated awakening stone for fully awakening the "Ultimate Ability · Azure Shadow King." Upon direct contact, this awakening stone will automatically transform into an awakening characteristic 100% compatible with you).]