"Don't worry. This technique will persist for 100,000 years. Whoever can defeat them within this time frame will be rewarded." Gu Chuan stood with his hands behind his back, smiling slightly.
What?!
Hearing these words, many demon gods felt both excitement and shame.
The excitement came from the fact that they still had a chance after their previous failure. However, the shame stemmed from the Chaos City Lord's implication that it might take them a hundred thousand years to defeat mere shadow puppets. Did he truly think so little of them?
Yet, deep down, they understood. Someone like the Chaos City Lord wouldn't make such statements lightly. If he said it would be difficult to defeat these shadow puppets within a hundred thousand years, then it truly was a formidable challenge.
"Interesting… This technique perfectly replicates one's bloodline, magical power, combat instincts, and even magical treasures."
A glimmer flashed in Pangu's eyes. "Essentially, these shadow puppets are identical to their originals, aside from their battle awareness. If one cannot even defeat oneself, then one is indeed unworthy of a reward.
But this technique is truly fascinating. Can it fully simulate the original body? If one can overcome oneself, one will undoubtedly advance further. After all, no one understands their own weaknesses better than themselves."
Clicking his tongue in admiration, he acknowledged that while he had long known of Gu Chuan's status as the most powerful demon god in Chaos—a veritable treasury of supernatural abilities—there were still techniques beyond his knowledge.
Even so, witnessing this power firsthand left him deeply impressed. It was fundamentally different from his own path of strength, yet its potential seemed boundless.
"Enough nonsense. What do you want?" Gu Chuan asked, looking at Pangu with mild irritation.
"Actually, it's about these fools."
Pangu laughed heartily. "Simply training won't allow them to rapidly grow stronger. However, if they were to engage in life-and-death battles, they might perish if they're not careful. That goes against the fundamental purpose of training.
So, I want to ask you to create a trial ground—one that can help them improve their strength and combat effectiveness while ensuring they won't die easily. With your power, this should be a simple task."
He spoke with confidence, clearly convinced that Gu Chuan would accept.
"Not interested."
Gu Chuan rejected him outright, frowning. Did this guy really think he was some kind of construction worker?
"Wait, don't be so quick to refuse. I'll provide all the materials needed to build this trial ground, and as a reward, I'll give you a Chaos Magic Treasure. I guarantee it will be worth your while."
Pangu smirked knowingly, as if he had anticipated this response.
"Oh? What kind of Chaos Magic Treasure?" Gu Chuan raised an eyebrow. He wasn't opposed to doing some work, but it all depended on whether Pangu's offer was tempting enough.
"Here, take a look."
Pangu reached out with his massive hand, and suddenly, something appeared in his grasp.
Hmm?!
Gu Chuan's expression turned serious.
To the average demon god, it would seem like Pangu was playing tricks—his hand appeared completely empty. However, Gu Chuan's All-Seeing Eye perceived something astonishing: a transparent calabash wriggling about, seemingly excited and mischievous.
Though the calabash tried to escape, Pangu's grip held firm. If it managed to break free, it would vanish into the void, never to be found again.
Yet, this was no ordinary treasure. It didn't just conceal its owner's aura—it could erase one's presence entirely, severing all karmic ties. It was as if it had transcended the Three Realms and escaped into the chaotic void itself.
If Gu Chuan hadn't seen it with his own eyes, he wouldn't have believed that such a Chaos Magic Treasure could exist.
"Let go of me, you idiots! If I get away, I'll rob you all blind! Just you wait!"
The transparent calabash thrashed about furiously, its face twisted in anger.
"What kind of Magic Treasure is this?" Gu Chuan asked, eyes glinting with curiosity. Instinctively, he felt that this calabash was extraordinary—perhaps on par with the most powerful Chaos Treasures in his possession.
"You'll understand once you refine it," Pangu said with a chuckle. "But be warned, this little guy is quite mischievous. Once it escapes, catching it again is nearly impossible. It took me a great deal of effort to trap it."
"Hmph, this is child's play."
With a flick of his wrist, Gu Chuan activated the Chaos Sealing Technique. Instantly, the threads of three thousand laws wove together like an intricate spiderweb, ensnaring the calabash in an unbreakable cage.
No matter how powerful it was, it could not escape from the emptiness forged by Chaos itself.
"Big idiot! What do you think you're doing? Let go of me! Help! Someone save me!"
The calabash wailed, flailing like a child throwing a tantrum.
Rumble!
In the next moment, an immense surge of soul power burst forth from Gu Chuan's body, merging into the calabash. At the same time, primordial venom from the depths of his being seeped into every fiber of the treasure, instantly refining it and binding it to his soul.
For Gu Chuan, refining a Chaos Magic Treasure was now effortless—nothing like the struggles he had faced in the past.
"So, your name is Thief Calabash…"
A glint of understanding flashed in his eyes as the full knowledge of the calabash's abilities poured into his consciousness.
Name: Thief Calabash
Level: Chaos Treasure
Ability 1: Ability Theft
• Temporarily steals up to three abilities from an enemy (including supernatural powers, bloodline abilities, and martial skills).
• The stolen abilities are fully transferred to the user.
• After you use this ability once, it will also disappear and return to its original owner.
Explanation: Your technique is quite useful. I'll be sure to make good use of it.
Ability 2: Treasure Theft
• Can steal any Magic Treasure from an enemy.
• The success rate is random.
• Even fully refined treasures will instantly lose their owner's connection, rendering them ownerless.
Explanation: Your treasure is my treasure.
Ability 3: Void Concealment
• Grants absolute invisibility.
• No being, aside from the calabash's owner, can perceive it unless the calabash itself allows them to.
"It truly is a thief's treasure…" Gu Chuan murmured.
"What thief?! You're the thief! Your whole family are thieves!" Thief Calabash shrieked indignantly. "I'm just borrowing things! I always give them back… eventually."
The calabash pouted, then attempted to charge at Gu Chuan.
Unfortunately, it was far too weak to pose any threat to him.
Gu Chuan sighed, rubbing his temples. This thing was shameless. Borrowing? More like outright stealing. It had no intention of ever returning anything.
But while its abilities were undeniably devious, they were also terrifyingly powerful. In some ways, this calabash was just as heaven-defying as the Feng Shui Compass of Wishes he already possessed.
A mischievous smile crept onto Gu Chuan's lips.
This treasure… was going to be very, very useful.