"Hmm? Life-saving trump cards?" Duan Wuyong raised an eyebrow slightly, instinctively feeling somewhat uneasy.
But seeing the anticipation in Ye Qingchan's eyes, he ultimately didn't try to dissuade her further.
Better to guide than to block.
Obstructing relentlessly might backfire.
That Ling Xiao, it was said he risked his life to show off at the Enlightenment Mountain peak, confessing to the Dao Palace Divine Maiden Nian Qingyun.
That scoundrel's playboy reputation was probably something Ye Qingchan would easily find out with a little inquiry.
By then...hehe, she would naturally be utterly disappointed in him.
"Alright. This Divine Transformation Talisman seals one of my master's soul incarnations, comparable to a Divine Emperor. Keep this Communication Talisman; if anything happens, contact me immediately. And this Exquisite Seven-Orifice Pagoda is a supreme protective treasure; it can protect your life at critical moments..." Duan Wuyong took out numerous spiritual treasures one by one from his Qiankun Bag. Ye Qingchan's pretty face immediately bloomed with a radiant smile.
Young Master, I hope you like the gifts I'm bringing you!
Only after Ye Qingchan's figure had gone far away did Duan Wuyong scratch his head, feeling like the scene before him was somewhat familiar?
"Even now, you still refuse to merge with me?" But!! Just as Ye Qingchan left the Heavenly Sword Immortal Sect and stood on a branch of an ancient tree at the mountain's foot, a strange woman's voice suddenly sounded in her soul sea.
"Merge with you? Or be controlled by you?" The smile on Ye Qingchan's face had long since vanished, replaced by an extreme coldness.
Beneath her,the ancient forest instantly turned into ice sculptures, along with the living beings within, frozen the moment a dark blue light bloomed in her eyes.
"How can you still not understand? You are me, and I am you. What's the difference? Only by merging can we awaken our memories, awaken our power!!" The voice contained anger. She couldn't forcibly take over Ye Qingchan's consciousness, but if she did, it would be difficult to return to her peak.
"Hehe, I am you? What I like is Young Master Ling Xiao. Why do you detest him so much?" Ye Qingchan shook her head with a scornful smile.
She found that as her cultivation grew stronger, this strange soul would gradually merge with her.
This fusion was something she couldn't resist.
But sealing her cultivation...to the Young Master, she would just be a useless person. What right would she have to stand by his side?
It was a very contradictory feeling.
So,she didn't want to wait a moment longer; she wanted to be by the Young Master's side now.
"That Ling Xiao's aura is not right. He is definitely not as simple as he appears. Even..." The ancient soul's voice was hoarse, seeming to contain fear.
Although she had only seen Ling Xiao a few times,she faintly sensed a... sinister and familiar aura on him.
That kind of aura had once plunged her into eternal ruin.
The only thing puzzling her now was,who is Ling Xiao?
Wasn't that person already...
"Hmph! I don't care who he is. In my eyes, he is the Young Master Ling Xiao who protects me, loves me, and gives me countless opportunities! Whatever you don't want me to do, I'll do it! If you have the ability, merge with me by force." Ye Qingchan sneered, suddenly stepped forward, and headed down the mountain.
"You!! You will regret it sooner or later!" The ancient soul lamented and then vanished.
For now,Ye Qingchan still dominated this body. She didn't dare act too hastily because... she harbored a secret in her heart that could overturn the entire Sheng Zhou!
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Central Sheng Zhou.
On a towering mountain, spiritual energy swirled, forming a sea of clouds.
Ancient trees reached for the sky,bearing mystical fruits.
Endless Dao charm veiled the sky for thousands of miles.
This place was precisely the Heavenly Dao Sacred Mountain,regarded as a holy land by all powers and experts in Sheng Zhou.
At this moment, a figure in golden robes stood on the mountain peak with his hands behind his back.
Behind him stood an elderly-looking Daoist.
"That's right, this aura is unmistakable. Go."
"Yes!"A grave look flashed in the old Daoist's eyes. He turned and vanished.
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Within the Secret Realm.
Ling Xiao looked at the bloody ghost pearl and a crimson-gold dragon talisman in his hand, his expression not showing much joy.
Lin Xi, Xia Chen, Ling Tian, Su Yan, Bai Ling.
Five Sons of Fate dealt with in one secret realm.
Although the process was somewhat tedious,the result wasn't bad.
The Soul-Devouring Ghost Pearl, Wind and Thunder Divine Wings, the Primordial Emperor Flame, and the Dao Principles of Water, Fire, Primordial Chaos, Darkness, and Slaughter were obtained, directly causing a qualitative improvement in his strength.
Not to mention he had also found the method to achieve the Body of Fate.
But at this moment, he still didn't feel happy.
His heart felt somewhat empty.
Nian Qingyun's death didn't plunge him into despair, nor did it make him heartbroken and vow to cultivate hard to bring her back someday, like an ordinary Son of Fate would.
But right now,he just felt like something was missing in his heart, something that couldn't be filled with spiritual treasures or opportunities.
Peerless Female Emperor, Gu Chaoci!
This was the name from Xia Chen's memories.
Simultaneously, he finally understood why Xia Chen had shown such a strong obsession with Nian Qingyun.
The Chaotic Divine Body.
It was said the Upper Realm of Sheng Zhou was called the Qing Lan Realm.
Immortal dynasties stood side by side,ancient sects were everywhere, powerful experts roamed freely, and martial arts were supreme...
Divine Emperor was the threshold for competition among the younger generation.Major ancient sects all had Saint Realm experts presiding.
It was a world of constant warfare.
Talented geniuses emerged in large numbers,monsters were everywhere, making one yearn for it.
And Gu Chaoci was the heir of an eternal immortal dynasty, peerlessly talented, suppressing her entire generation.
Even with Xia Chen's strength,he was crushed in front of her.
But Gu Chaoci had always shown her face with a golden mask since her appearance,never revealing her immortal countenance.
This,without a doubt, added a layer of mystery to her name.
Aloof and utterly cold,no one could enter her heart or eyes.
Decisive in killing,she alone ruled a dynasty upon reaching adulthood!
But...
If I can make a split soul develop feelings,how can you escape my grasp?
"A single soul incarnation has ten thousand Luck Points. I wonder what terrifying amount of Luck Points Gu Chaoci herself possesses." Finally, a cold smile curled on Ling Xiao's lips. He looked up at the sky, lost in thought.
To quickly forge the Body of Fate, the Qing Lan Realm was the true starting point for conquest.
It seemed he needed to reach the Divine Emperor level quickly to find a way to ascend to that realm.
However...
Before that,the Holy Church needed to be dealt with.
Ever since Liang Yi spoke about the secrets of the Heavenly Demon True Form, he always felt the Holy Church hid an extremely shocking secret.
But...what was it?
Ling Xiao now possessed eight Dao Principles. He only needed to fuse one more Dao Principle for the Heavenly Demon True Form to advance to the Third Transformation realm, unlocking a new demon body form...
The demon body had nine transformations,each transformation a new form.
And the Heavenly Demon Hall had nine great demon generals.The demonic shadow around Liang Yi was an evil dragon. What connection was there between these...?
Ling Xiao lowered his head, looked at a golden dragon talisman in his hand, and a playful smile suddenly curled on his lips.
Fortunately, Nian Qingyun had just returned to her main body.
Ling Xiao had a premonition they would meet again soon!
As for whether she would remember him then...
Hehe.
No matter.Even if she forgets, I'll make her... develop feelings over time!
The Soul-Devouring Ghost Pearl entered his soul sea, emitting a sinister bloody glow, complementing the soul palace formed from the Pangu Stone.
At this moment,Ling Xiao's soul could truly be described as impregnable, capable of both offense and defense.
"Young Master!!" Shui Yue'er's figure rushed out from the ancient forest and stood beside Ling Xiao, her expression seemingly sorrowful.
She had witnessed Nian Qingyun's fall just now.
Only now did she understand how deep the Dao Palace Divine Maiden's love for this heir of the Ling Clan truly was!
Although she died by Ling Xiao's hand,it was clear she was willing, and also... without resentment.
"Let's go. This secret realm journey should come to an end." Ling Xiao spoke calmly, took one last deep look at the valley before him, and stepped towards the Fire Clan's location.