Mrs. and Mr. Smith-Chapter 2381 - 2379: The Power of Origin Characters

Ethan Smith nodded. After simulating millions of times within the Five Elements and Eight Diagrams, he seemed to have grasped a rough prototype.

At the same time, an extraordinarily profound layer of spatial energy evolved in his hands. However, the moment the character’s prototype was manifested, it immediately drained a terrifying amount of energy from his body.

In an instant, ten thousand layers of spatial phantoms abruptly stacked in his hands.

In the moment of further transformation, he glimpsed the Sea of Space through that cluster of Spatial Qi.

His hand stretched gently into it, as if he could feel the aura of the Sea of Space.

*As his mind stirred, that cluster of Spatial Qi morphed into a fragment of a Space Dagger. Ethan Smith grasped it and lightly slid it across.*

A streak of flame in the shape of the character "one" burned into the air, within which an endless void abruptly sucked in a vast amount of air.

Even when that dagger vanished, the void shaped like the character "one" lingered indefinitely, seemingly unable to restore itself.

Within the span of three breaths, Ethan Smith felt as though his Chaotic Power had been almost entirely drained. That Origin Character prototype even sought to siphon all the energy from his very bones, threatening to leave him as nothing more than a desiccated husk.

Ethan Smith abruptly severed his connection to it, forcing his left hand to stop the character’s manifestation.

Cold sweat dripped from his forehead. *He knew that the energy contained within his Glazed Saint Body was likely unmatched even by Crossing Tribulation Cultivators.*

The energy drained by simulating this single character had nearly consumed half of what he possessed. *If a clearer Origin Character from the Sea of Rules could be discerned, how overwhelmingly powerful would it be?*

His previous strongest Defense Singularity Space had only reached a limit of a thousand spatial layers. Yet, after manifesting that Origin Character, he directly controlled ten thousand spatial layers—ten times the previous amount.

Ethan Smith now vaguely sensed an epiphany. The comprehension of the Sea of Rules seemed to be judged by position and depth.

*The core regions, such as where the Monohorse Hall resided, were undoubtedly at the very center of the Sea of Rules. By wandering there, one could undoubtedly glimpse the most complete form of the Power of Rules; however, refining it into pure Origin Power required continuous delving deeper.*

*This was the key difference in the strength of space comprehension between Emily Taylor and Finlay Taylor. Emily’s grasp of Space Power far surpassed Finlay’s, and perhaps this was the critical determinant of strength within the Tribulation Transcending Realm.*

However, he lacked subsequent information. Clearly, he would have to find time to visit Thunder Roar Academy to study and formulate a tailored plan for himself.

He hadn’t had time to think further when someone descended upon Ethan Smith’s courtyard, riding a Space Sword.

The Space Sword plunged forcefully into the ground, causing the entire courtyard to jolt violently.

"Finlay Taylor, what’s the matter?"

Ethan Smith was somewhat annoyed, his voice carrying a hint of irritation.

This guy had made him uncomfortable right from the start with his attitude toward Emily, *and now, on top of that, he had barged in without warning.*

*If this disturbance had occurred while he was navigating the Sea of Space, the resulting shock to his main body would undoubtedly have put him in a perilous situation.*

"Oh? From the tone of your voice, do you have an issue with me?"

Finlay Taylor raised an eyebrow, asking with a mockingly amused expression.

"Not at all. What brings you here at such a late hour?"

Ethan Smith forcibly suppressed his anger. *Now was not the time to turn against him. After all, this man held significant sway within the Taylor family.*

"I’ve come on behalf of the Taylor family to ask you, are you willing to hand over the He Family’s Treasure to us?"

Finlay Taylor said coldly.

Ethan Smith’s gaze instantly turned icy. *Such brazen demands—they truly regarded him as nothing more than a pawn without any power of his own.*

"You killed the First Elder of the Carney family, creating an irreconcilable feud with them. You also harbor enmity with the Green family and the Wilson family. The only reason you can cultivate safely here in the Holy Region is not because of your own strength but because of the Taylor family’s protection. If you have any other thoughts, it’s best to voice them now."

This was an unvarnished threat.

Finlay Taylor hadn’t directly accepted Ji Liuhe’s proposal, and it was evident he was assessing whether the Ancestor’s Treasure of the Ji Family could be brought under their control.

Not to mention the rare treasures it contained, just the Xuanyuan Sword alone was an unparalleled Treasure among celestial artifacts. With its power capable of splitting heaven and earth and staggering the gods, even all the celestial artifacts of the Monohorse Hall combined likely couldn’t compare.

"Setting aside the fact that I don’t have the He Family’s Treasure, even if I did, it rightfully belongs to the descendants of the He family. If it were to be handed over, it would go to their disciples."

Ethan Smith sneered. *At this point, he could clearly see through it. The Taylor family’s people were solely fixated on the treasures behind him, indifferent to everything else.*

"Then you may leave now. Otherwise, if you die here and disappear completely, don’t think it’s because the Taylor family covets your belongings and acted against you."

Finlay Taylor dropped all pretenses, bluntly issuing an order to leave.

Ethan Smith floated into the air, intending to inform Emily Taylor before departing.

"Get down! In the Taylor family’s territory, no one is allowed to fly without permission!"

Finlay Taylor bellowed in rage, slapping his hand into the air.

The air seemed to ripple like a drumhead, letting out a heavy, explosive sound as his attack landed.

A massive force surged through the air, directly striking Ethan Smith’s body.

However, Ethan Smith didn’t even flinch. The Qi Jin that entered his body dissipated directly into spiritual energy, flowing into his cells.

His body moved as he suddenly surged toward Keelbour Mountain.

"How dare you!"

Finlay Taylor roared in fury, preparing to strike again.

"Let it be."

Sebastian Taylor’s figure emerged like rippling water, quietly appearing beside Finlay Taylor.

"As I said, this boy is as stingy as they come. He’ll never hand over the Ancestor’s Treasure of the Ji family. Right now, he possesses the Traceless Treasure, the Nine-lives Coffin, and the Chaotic Body Bloodline. If you ask me, we should capture him directly, refine his memories, and extract his bloodline. Having his bloodline would be a monumental enhancement for the Taylor family’s own bloodline."

"There’s no need to speak further. The Family Head will handle this matter as they see fit."

Sebastian Taylor frowned slightly and dismissed Finlay Taylor’s suggestion.

His gaze shifted instead to the spatial fissure left earlier by the Space Dagger. The space still shimmered with searing flames, and the fissure had yet to vanish.

"Ethan Smith, no matter what, I must leave with you this time."

Emily Taylor’s face showed determination. She had once believed that her own cultivation strength might persuade Finlay Taylor to change his mind.

But the directives issued by the Taylor family over the past few days had made her see the reality.

The Taylor family would never approve of her and Ethan Smith.

"Emily, trust me."

Ethan Smith gently grasped her cold hand, reluctant to let go for a long time.

"Ethan Smith, be cautious on your way out. From what I know, many forces have already gathered outside the Taylor family’s territory, waiting for you to leave."

Liam Garrett sighed lightly, left a warning, and departed.

Behind him, Sebastian Taylor had arrived, taking a step to stand beside Ethan Smith, as if to expedite his departure.

He held Emily’s hand and slowly walked step by step out of the Taylor family territory.