Myth Beyond Heaven

Chapter 2500: Conspiracy

Liu Feng trembled in fear. “You… Please let me go,” he begged.

Yun Lintian walked towards Liu Feng, his expression unreadable. He stopped a few meters away and said calmly, “Tell me everything you know about the Chaos Knights. Why are they here?”

Liu Feng hesitated for a moment, his eyes darting around nervously. He knew that he was in a precarious situation, caught between a rock and a hard place.

On one hand, he was terrified of Yun Lintian’s overwhelming power, the ease with which he had dispatched Ju Liang and Sun Qi still fresh in his mind. On the other hand, he was bound by fear of the consequences if he betrayed the Chaos Knights.

Yun Lintian, sensing his hesitation, raised an eyebrow. “I can make your death quick and painless,” he said, his voice laced with a chilling undertone. “Or, you can choose to cooperate and perhaps live to see another day.”

Liu Feng’s eyes widened in fear. He knew that Yun Lintian was not bluffing. He had witnessed his ruthlessness firsthand, the swift and merciless execution of Sun Qi still burned vividly in his memory.

“I’ll talk!” he blurted out, his voice trembling. “I’ll tell you everything I know.”

Yun Lintian nodded curtly. “I’m listening.”

Liu Feng took a deep breath, trying to compose himself. “The Chaos Knights are an elite force within the Haven,” he began, his voice still shaky. “They are tasked with protecting the Lord of Chaos and carrying out his will.”

“What is their purpose in the Abyssal Rift?” Yun Lintian pressed.

Liu Feng hesitated again, his eyes darting towards Xia Nongyue. He was unsure how much he could reveal without incurring the wrath of the Chaos Knights.

“The Chaos Knights are here to guard something,” he revealed, his voice barely a whisper. “Something of great importance to the Lord of Chaos.”

“What is it?” Yun Lintian asked, his curiosity piqued.

Liu Feng shook his head. “I don’t know,” he admitted. “Only the higher-ranking Chaos Knights are privy to that information.”

He paused, gathering his thoughts. “But I have heard rumors,” he continued, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. “Rumors of a hidden chamber deep within the Abyssal Rift, a chamber that holds a power capable of reshaping the very fabric of reality.”

Yun Lintian’s eyes narrowed. “A power capable of reshaping reality?” he repeated, intrigued by the revelation.

Liu Feng nodded. “That is what I have heard,” he confirmed. “But I cannot say for sure. It is just a rumor.”

Yun Lintian pondered the information, his mind racing. The only thing he could think of was the seal of the Chasm of Uncreation. The power capable of reshaping reality should be related to the power of time.

He turned back to Liu Feng, his expression serious. “Tell me more about the Chaos Knights,” he commanded. “Their numbers, their strength, their movements.”

Liu Feng, eager to cooperate, revealed everything he knew. He spoke of the numerous Chaos Knights scattered throughout the Abyssal Rift, their strength ranging from the initial level of the True God Realm to the peak, their movements shrouded in secrecy, their purpose unknown to most.

He explained how he had been forced to accompany Ju Liang and Sun Qi. It was a common rule that everyone must cooperate with the Chaos Knights. He had no choice but to obey their commands. He spoke of his fear of the Chaos Knights, their ruthlessness and their unwavering devotion to the Lord of Chaos.

Yun Lintian listened intently, absorbing every detail, every nuance. He still didn’t quite understand how Ju Liang possessed the power of the Shadow Demon and the Void Creature.

He looked at Liu Feng and asked further, “How could they have the power of the Shadow Demon and Void Creature?”

“I… I don’t know,” Liu Feng stammered, his voice barely a whisper. “It’s a closely guarded secret within the Haven. Only the Chaos Knights themselves and perhaps a select few within the higher echelons of the Haven know the truth.”

Yun Lintian’s eyes narrowed slightly, his suspicion growing. “And how does one become a Chaos Knight?” he pressed, his voice sharp.

“There’s a test,” Liu Feng said, his voice barely audible. “A trial held within the depths of the Abyssal Rift. Those who pass the test are granted the title of Chaos Knight and bestowed with… with powers beyond comprehension.”

“And what does this test entail?” Yun Lintian pressed, his curiosity piqued.

Liu Feng shook his head. “I don’t know the specifics,” he admitted. “But it is said to be a grueling trial, a test of strength, resilience, and… and loyalty.”

He paused, his gaze flickering towards the swirling chaos of the Abyssal Rift. “Those who pass the test are required to remain within the rift for a certain period,” he continued, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. “They are tasked with guarding the secrets of the Haven, ensuring that no outsider gains access to its forbidden knowledge.”

“Why did they go after her?” Yun Lintian said as he glanced at Xia Nongyue.

“I don’t know, really,” Liu Feng said. “They told me that they were looking for people who

didn’t belong to the Realm of Chaos. It was the Lord of Chaos’s personal order.”

Yun Lintian raised his brow slightly and turned to Xia Nongyue. “Your friend has been captured, right?”

“Yes,” Xia Nongyue responded. “She came here last time but was captured by the Chaos Knights.”

“How did they know your identity?” Yun Lintian was puzzled.

“I met them once,” Xia Nongyue explained. “When I left the Ice Phoenix Kingdom with my friend, we encountered the Chaos Knights. We were lucky enough to escape with the help of the people from the Divine Light Kingdom.”

“Oh?” Yun Lintian was slightly surprised. “Why did they go against the Chaos Knights for you?”

Before Xia Nongyue could reply, Liu Feng quickly spoke. “The Divine Light Kingdom is different from us. The Divine Light Empress seems to look down on the Chaos Knights.”

Yun Lintian glanced at Xia Nongyue and saw her nod in confirmation.

He looked at Liu Feng and said, “It’s time to say goodbye.”

“Wait! Wait! I can help you find the Chaos Knights. Don’t kill me!” Liu Feng hurriedly pleaded.

Yun Lintian smiled and said, “No need. They will come for me eventually.”

“No! Don’t!” Liu Feng’s expression turned to horror as he saw a crimson flame shoot out of

Yun Lintian’s finger.

In the next moment, Liu Feng’s entire body was burned to ashes.

Yun Lintian looked at Xia Nongyue and said, “Let’s continue. It’s getting more interesting

now.”