The final "Star Scale Ship" was activated in Linde's palm. Unlike the previous two, which pointed to vague areas or ancient markers, this time the coordinates transmitted by the Star Scale were exceptionally clear and stable, like a lighthouse standing firm on a dark sea, clearly pointing to a specific star system.
According to the brief records the dragons left on the star scales, there exists a civilization in that star field known as the "Crystal People".
Records show that although this civilization's technological level and scale were still in the "initial" stage in the eyes of the Dragon Clan, far from reaching the level of Zedo or Iris, they developed a unique energy utilization system by virtue of a unique, global network of natural energy crystals on their home planet.
What concerned Lind even more was that the dragon's records vaguely mentioned at the end that the civilization's historical legends seemed to contain accounts of successfully repelling (or expelling) some kind of "star calamity" (which was likely a small group of evil god's minions).
“A unique path developed based on the planet’s characteristics…and practical experience in fighting against evil gods…” A hint of interest flashed in Linde’s eyes.
This is quite different from the ancient ruins or powerful alien civilizations we've encountered before, and it might offer a more "down-to-earth" and more valuable localized countermeasure.
Without hesitation, Linde channeled his magic, and his figure was once again swallowed up by the stream of light that traversed space.
...
As the dizziness from the traversing subsided, Lind found himself suspended on the outer edge of a binary star system.
One is a prime-aged yellow star, and the other is a smaller white dwarf emitting a soft blue light. The two stars orbit each other, casting a strange glow of interwoven gold and blue.
The target that Star Scales is pointing to is a beautiful planet at the gravitational equilibrium point of the binary stars.
The planet is a blend of pale purple and aquamarine. Instead of the usual oceans and continents, its surface is dotted with countless enormous, vein-like, crystalline mountain ranges, and between them shimmering "lakes" and "oceans" that appear to be composed of liquid energy. The entire planet seems to have been sculpted from a single, massive gemstone with veins of light flowing within it.
The deconstructed halo unfolds instantly.
(Planetary structure: The crust is mainly composed of high-intensity energy crystals, with huge crystal nuclei inside that continuously generate stable and gentle psionic fluctuations... A global natural energy network has been confirmed, with network nodes being large crystal clusters, where energy flows in an orderly and highly active manner... The atmospheric composition is suitable for carbon-based life and is rich in inert spiritual particles... Large-scale consciousness fluctuations have been detected, concentrated at the intersection of several large crystal cluster veins, suspected to be cities... Civilization energy level: Lower-middle, but with extremely high energy utilization efficiency and a high degree of integration with the natural environment.)
“A civilization living on an energy crystal…” Lind nodded slightly; it was indeed unique.
He could sense that while the planet's energy environment was active, it was unusually "clean" and "stable," completely at odds with the chaotic and distorted energy represented by the evil god. This also explained why they were able to repel small-scale invasions.
He concealed his aura, transforming into an invisible thought, and descended towards an area on the planet's surface where consciousness fluctuations were most concentrated and energy networks were most dense.
As you approach the ground, the scene becomes even more breathtaking. This "city" is not built of steel and cement, but rather relies on a massive natural crystal cluster.
Countless crystal structures, sharp and angular yet possessing a natural rhythm, "grow" from the massive base crystal cluster, connected to each other by radiant energy bridges.
The streets are paved with smooth crystal, and the vehicles are shuttle-shaped vehicles that use anti-gravity to levitate at low altitudes and glide silently, their power core seemingly drawn directly from underground energy veins.
The inhabitants are slender, humanoid beings with translucent skin that subtly shimmers with light. Their clothing also seems to be woven from light, flowing with a soft glow as they move.
Their movements were serene and composed. When they communicated with each other, sometimes they didn't even need to speak. A light touch of their fingertips or a glance would cause a faint ray of light to flash through the air, completing the transmission of information.
"A race that highly relies on psychic powers and spiritual communication..." Lind observed. This civilization was highly harmonious; there seemed to be a natural resonance between individuals and between individuals and their environment.
He quietly landed atop a tall crystal spire on the city's edge, overlooking the vibrant yet utterly tranquil city.
He needs to find the recorders, elders, or leaders of this civilization to learn about their history of fighting against the "Star Calamity."
However, just as he was preparing to take further action, a faint but sharp "dissonant sound" was suddenly detected by his senses!
This fluctuation didn't originate from the outside, but from within the city center, from the tallest, most colossal crystal cluster building that resembled the brain of the city! It was a psionic energy fluctuation carrying a sense of oppression, pain, and a hint of "distortion" that it tried desperately to conceal but couldn't completely erase! It was completely out of place with the overall harmonious and tranquil atmosphere of the city!
"Hmm?" Lind frowned slightly. Could it be that the evil god's corruption hadn't been completely eradicated, but had instead lurked in the shadows?
He immediately focused his senses on the central building. The [Deconstruction Halo] penetrated through layers of crystal barriers, reaching deep inside.
At the heart of the building is a magnificent circular hall. At the center of the hall, instead of a throne or altar, is a slowly rotating, complex three-dimensional network of countless tiny filaments of light—this appears to be a core node in the city's energy network.
Below the network, a dozen or so elderly Crystal People sat in a circle. The aura around their clothing was even deeper, and the wrinkles on their faces seemed to be formed from solidified light. They were clearly elders or leaders of this civilization.
But at this moment, the people sitting around the center were not meditating or discussing matters, but jointly maintaining a powerful psionic seal! At the core of the seal, a dark shadow was imprisoned, constantly struggling and trying to distort the surrounding light threads!
Lind was all too familiar with the essence of that shadow—it was the corrupted energy of the extraterrestrial evil god, filled with an aura of devouring and chaos! Although the quantity was small, its quality was extremely pure and stubborn!
One of the elders, who appeared to be the oldest and whose beard was made of condensed light threads, was pressing his hands lightly on the seal. The crystal core on his forehead was flashing intensely, clearly under immense pressure.
His psychic energy was engaged in a fierce tug-of-war with the shadow, attempting to purify it, but the shadow was like a persistent leech, constantly eroding his psychic energy, and even in turn injecting filthy whispers into his consciousness.
"[Hold on, Elder! We can't let 'Whispers of Nothingness' break the seal!]" Another elder beside him anxiously relayed the spiritual message.
"[It...it's more active than last time...it's drawing on the negative emotions in our psychic energy to grow stronger...]" The elder's mental fluctuations were filled with exhaustion and pain.
Linde understood. This civilization had indeed successfully repelled the invasion of the evil god's minions, but it had failed to completely purify itself of this last trace of the most fundamental pollution.
It is sealed here, guarded by the elders of each generation who have tried to purify it, but this is undoubtedly a heavy burden that continuously consumes the top power of civilization, and there is always a risk of it getting out of control.
It seems he doesn't need to search for records anymore. Right before his eyes is a living "history of confrontation," and a battle that is not yet over.
Lind no longer concealed himself. In a flash, he appeared directly in the center of the hall, next to the psionic seal, like a ghost.
His sudden appearance startled all the elders! The outer guards instantly unleashed blades of light formed from psionic energy, pointing them nervously at him. The elders maintaining the seal were also shaken, nearly causing the seal to falter.
"[Who are you?! Outsider!]" A mental shock, filled with vigilance and questioning, struck Lind directly.
Ignoring the guards and the mental attacks, Linde's gaze fell on the sealed evil god's corruption, and then on the elder who was struggling to hold on.
"I am a passing traveler." Linde conveyed a calm thought using the local psionic frequency he had just learned and analyzed through [Deconstructing the Halo]. "It seems you've encountered a little 'trouble'."
His gaze returned to the shadow, cold and sharp.
"Perhaps I can help you solve it completely."
Before he finished speaking, Lind raised his hand. He did not use the overly domineering power of the Light Vein or the Shadow Abyss, but instead activated a technique he had just comprehended from the "Iris Core"—"Psionic Harmony," which was based on his understanding of the deep resonance between consciousness and energy.
A gentle, balanced, and strangely calming energy flowed from his fingertips, like a babbling brook, spreading towards the sealed evil god's corruption.
This is neither forced purification nor violent destruction, but more like a kind of "sorting out" and "soothing", attempting to guide the distorted and chaotic psionic structure back to its original, peaceful "ground state".
Iris's wisdom was demonstrated for the first time at this moment.
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