After crossing the death zone, the scene ahead suddenly opened wide. At the end of the path lay a vast circular platform, entirely paved with pure white jade. The platform floated above the waters of the Jade Pool, surrounded by mist and clouds. Spiritual energy filled the air like gentle rain. At its center was a spring barely a few feet across—but the liquid flowing from it was no ordinary water. It shimmered with seven-colored radiance , thick and luminous like liquid light. The purity of its vitality and aura— it was from this spring that all the surrounding life force emanated! Yet the moment they stepped onto the white jade platform, the serenity vanished. The spiritual richness brought no comfort; instead, an even deeper, more terrifying pressure descended— far greater than what Bai Chan or even the chaotic laws had unleashed before. It was as if a mountain had materialized upon their chests, crushing their hearts and souls. At the platform’s center,...