The black Forbidden Sea outside the Welcoming Emperor State was undulating with waves. The thick foreign matter turned into a cold aura that corroded all the races on the sea. Even the heat from the noon sun couldn't melt the foreign matter.
It couldn't even shine on the mysterious depths of the sea.
Because of this, there were many legends about the Forbidden Sea over the years. Stories about Divine Creatures were even more common.
Only the great races on the sea or high-level cultivators knew that although the Divine Creatures were strong, they weren't invincible.
The Divine Creatures weren't the only Divine Creatures in this world. The most terrifying thing in the depths of the Forbidden Sea wasn't the Divine Creatures, but the Divine Creatures that were in deep slumber.
The Divine Creatures could sleep on the sun and moon. They could rest in the Forbidden Immortal Palace and exist in the Forbidden Sea. Therefore, the Forbidden Sea surrounding the ancient continent of Liaowang was naturally the choice of the Divine Creatures.
Especially because … the Forbidden Sea was too big.
Just the sea between the Welcoming Emperor State and the Southern Phoenix State was extremely vast, let alone the sea outside the Southern Phoenix State.
In fact, even the sea where the Southern Phoenix State was located could only be considered a coastal sea compared to the entire Forbidden Sea.
The Forbidden Sea used to be called the Endless Sea. This was enough to describe its scope.
All of this made the Vajra Xu Qing a little stunned. After feeling all of this, there was also joy in its heart. Although the process was disappointing and its future was uncertain, at least it had survived today's tribulation.
Seven Life Lamps were also revealed, supporting the flames.
There was a grocery store here.
Big Wing didn't say anything this time. It wanted to say something, but it felt that Fan Jin was a little depressed after entering the Forbidden Sea. Therefore, it obediently touched Fan Jin's cheek.
The Nascent Soul gritted its teeth and thought of its instinctive response. Therefore, it angrily raised its hand and reached for the oil paper in front of it. However, when it touched it, it became incomparably gentle. It treated the oil paper like a treasure and held it in its palm.
He now had 18 Heavenly Palaces. 17 of them had formed Fan Jin and had experienced a Heavenly Tribulation.
Back then, he obtained the shadow here. Therefore, he wanted to bring the shadow back here and let it absorb the foreign matter in the Forbidden Sea. He wanted to see if it could help the shadow break through.
This was the seventh time he heard singing in the Forbidden Sea.
The store was still there, but the owner was no longer the same.
"Is this little sister Ling 'er's brother's childhood friend? He was originally very emotional, but after seeing this piece of candy, he immediately calmed down.
"
Ling 'er didn't care about this. She took out two jugs of wine and placed one in front of the tomb. She held the other jug in her hand and raised it high.
After all, the iron skewer was enough to support his cultivation. Even if he had sacrificially refined it once, compared to the fish bone, the difference in level was not big.
Evening passed, and night fell. The fog grew thicker and thicker until it covered everything. Within the fog, Fan Jin's murmur could be heard.
It had a white background and red patterns. An even thicker murderous aura circulated within it.
Therefore, he waited here silently.
Fan Jin sat quietly by the side, leaning against a big tree and looking at the tombstone.
Ling 'er murmured in her heart. She closed her eyes and cultivated.
As Vajra Xu Qing Mu's heart filled with grief and indignation, Ling 'er's eyes flashed with determination. She raised her left hand and formed an incantation gesture. Suddenly, a flame rose up and enveloped the iron skewer.
That molten iron was actually the body of Vajra Xu Qingmu.
Until today, footsteps could be heard from the empty street.
That was why today, Ling 'er had originally planned to undo the seal on the other party and let him go so that she could resolve the karma between them. As for the secret, she had other methods to guard against it.
Time passed. A day later, Da Yi sailed across the sea and finally arrived at You Lingzi. From afar, Ling 'er saw the blood-red eye that she had lived in for many years.
Therefore, she came here with a loving heart. As she slowly sorted out all of this, she was also looking forward to whether she would meet the child's brother here.
Although a mountain in the distance was taken to welcome the Emperor Province back then, it had long been rebuilt. Everything was as usual, except for the blood-red eye on the top of the mountain.
"Tu …"
"… Master … Master … Mistress … Very good … You're powerful … Useful!"
"…"
The shadow was so frightened that it trembled and quickly transmitted emotional fluctuations.
Although it was impossible to be agile, with Ling 'er's help, it could still kill enemies on its own. It was much better than before without the weapon spirit.
Vajra Xu Qing Mu was shocked.
In an instant, the white iron skewer flew out of Fan Jin's storage bag and floated in front of Ling 'er. As it trembled, Vajra Xu Qing Mu's figure appeared on it and bowed to Fan Jin.
"But I understand that I can't be a burden to you. I'm begging you, Master. I only ask that you give me a quick death on account of my years of conscientiousness."
"…"
Vajra Fan Jinfen's screams became more and more miserable. Little Shadow was so frightened that it kept twisting and trembling. It quickly fawned over Big Wing who saw all of this.
When he left, a gust of wind blew, lifting the withered leaves on the ground and swaying the oil paper. It also landed on Nascent Soul's body and shook his mind.
The corners of Ling 'er's mouth curled up. She didn't say anything else and walked into the distance.
That was D187 Xu Qing's ability.
That was his pursuit and also his dream.
Compared to the fish bone, its existence was too different. Therefore, the best way was to become the weapon spirit of the Thorn of Misfortune. Only by embedding it with a coat could it indirectly control the Thorn of Misfortune.
Ling 'er followed his gaze and looked at the grocery store.
Step by step, Ling 'er walked towards Fan Jin until she reached his side.
This sudden scene made him somewhat unable to accept it.
"Is candy that useful?
Then I'll buy some when I go back. "
Nascent Soul looked ahead without turning his head. He only tightened his grip on the evil spirit scythe and slowly let go. He didn't say anything.
It's not where I used to live, but this street that was stained with blood back then.
Traveling with Ling 'er were a thousand swordsmen from the county capital and Daoist Si Nan. High in the sky, Qing Qin spread her wings and soared.
A year later, they returned once again.
Although he had done his best, he still couldn't keep up with Ling 'er's footsteps.
There was a legend in this forbidden zone. If those who heard the song didn't die, they would receive a gift from the forbidden zone. When they heard the song for the second time, they would see the person they wanted to see.
Moreover, they had to ensure that they wouldn't die or be devoured in the future …
Under this cawing, the birds in the sky didn't dare to fly to a comfortable altitude. They could only choose to fly low and occasionally dive into the sea to catch prey and quickly return.
Vajra Xu Qing's heart was already extremely nervous. The feeling of impending disaster was extremely strong. His voice was trembling, and his heart was filled with despair.
After a long time, Ling 'er retracted her gaze and looked at the fish bone thorn in her hand.
In an instant, as Vajra Xu Qing wailed, the iron skewer that was fused together by two Thunder Tribulations began to melt and gradually turned into molten iron.
After a long time, Ling 'er sighed softly in the fog and kowtowed to the grave. Then, she stood up and left this place, walking step by step towards the depths of the forbidden zone.
"Captain Lei, I miss you …"
Ghost Sickle looked at all of this and spoke emotionally.
It seemed to have formed a world of its own, confronting the continent and the sky.
As long as there was enough power source, anyone could control it for a short period of time under the blessing of authority.
Fan Jin looked at the fog, and a cold light flashed in his eyes. However, he still walked forward until Ling 'er walked past the group of temples and walked into the depths of the forbidden zone. The fog was extremely thick here, and as it continued to spread, he vaguely heard singing.
At the same time, Fan Jin, who had left the scavenger camp, was walking in the forbidden zone towards Captain Lei's grave.
When he left the Four Sect Alliance, Old Master Yi had sent him off and mentioned that Seventh Senior Sister was in seclusion to break through.
"This is a test for me. That's right, this is a test for my loyalty.
Too cunning.
"
This time, Nascent Soul did not ask him to shut up.
He was thinking.
"Then, on the last day, if Brother Ling 'er is not depressed, I will take it out for him."
"
After a long time, Ling 'er took out a ball of oil paper and placed it on the ground in front of Nascent Soul.
Ling 'er stood on the balcony of Great Wing, and his gaze fell on the sea. Looking at the huge waves caused by a Plesiosaurus, he thought of the scene when he first went out to sea.
"Master, I've already prepared myself. In all the novels I've read in my life, all the main characters in them have improved by leaps and bounds in their cultivation. It's difficult for abnormal people to accompany them for a lifetime."
"
"But why is it that when I close my eyes sometimes, I still want to eat the food you cooked back then …"
Hence, Ling 'er did not stay in Blood Eye. Instead, Great Wing flapped and left this place, heading towards the east of You Lingzi quickly.
This place was still so dirty and messy, and Ling 'er did not recognize many of the scavengers outside.
Just as Great Wing thought that he had learned some useful knowledge, Fan Jin came to Captain Lei's grave.
"It's too difficult. I just want to be free and live. Why is it so difficult?"
"
Ling 'er stopped in his tracks. He looked up at the fog in the distance. This … the sound of footsteps could be heard.
"I'll give you a chance. Bear with it," Ling 'er said in a low voice.
He formed a seal with both hands, and the 17 Xu Qings opened their eyes at the same time and spat out Life Fire.
Vajra Fan Jinfen's eyes widened when he heard this. Then, huge waves surged in his heart, and his body trembled violently. However, in the next instant, he suddenly reacted.
Vajra Xu Qingmu's words moved Great Wing. He looked at Vajra Xu Qingmu and whispered to Ling 'er.
Great Wing's arrival stirred up the emotions of everyone in Blood Eye. Countless people looked up, and Fan Jin's voice transmission to Seventh Senior Sister was unsuccessful.
Finally, when the molten iron's temperature dropped and solidified, it was completely embedded in the fish bone.
"If there's a next life, I'll follow my master again and be at your beck and call. I'll watch you walk to the top of the world."
"
"Brother Ling 'er, that old man is a good person."
"
Moreover, he was so outstanding and upright. I was unwilling to deny that I was inferior to him, and I had to admit this fact.
"These days, I've been reminiscing about the past in the county capital. Ever since the Ten Intestines Tree, I've actually been silently protected.
"However, during this process, I'm much happier than before. After all, this transformation is equivalent to slowly being reborn. That kind of torture is hard to describe."
At the same time, Fan Jin mobilized his Divine Essence, and waves spread out from his body to strengthen the molten iron.
Vajra Xu Qingmu rejoiced in his heart. Just as he was about to speak, Fan Jin's eyes were filled with encouragement, and he spoke.
Ling 'er lowered her head high in the sky and watched all of this. After a moment, she walked alone and stepped into the familiar yet unfamiliar scavenger camp.
If he could soften his heart and let her go on impulse, then it would be perfect.
"Master, I …"
Occasionally, I feel that if I don't work hard, I'll definitely be killed by Ling 'er. This thought comes from my personality and is deeply rooted. Therefore, every time Ling' er's cultivation level increases, I'm actually terrified.
Ling 'er looked at Vajra Fan Jinfen meaningfully.
The fog here also suddenly became thicker as the shadow dispersed, and it gave off waves of greed. It was as if there were kind eyes in the depths of the fog that fell on Fan Jin and the shadow.
Today, the appearance of the fishbone made him know that what should come was finally coming.
The shadow was really scared. It had seen the explosion of the purple crystal and could not escape from the god's finger. Therefore, it had long since given up hope and only wanted to live.
It knew that it knew too many secrets. If it were Fan Jin, it would also have killing intent. Therefore, it tried its best to move Ling 'er so that Ling' er would put away its killing intent because of its hard work.
Therefore, in its nervousness, it said everything it could.
When it saw Ling 'er and Fan Jin at the altar in the county capital, great waves that it had never felt before stirred up in its heart.
A year ago, they had met at the scavenger camp. They had both experienced the god's face fragment opening and were lucky enough to survive.
In this way, perhaps one day, Vajra Xu Qingmu could transform and become the spirit of a divine weapon.
Ling 'er's voice was filled with reminiscence. After speaking, he turned and left. After walking more than ten steps, Ling' er stopped. Without turning back, she spoke in a serious tone.
I encountered something.
"Captain Lei, a few days ago, I encountered a big event …"
At this moment, as the song drifted in the air, the surroundings became gloomy and cold aura came from all directions.
But in his heart, he muttered.
Just like this, time passed. Vajra Xu Qingmu's wails became healthier and healthier. When it was about to disappear, the iron skewer completely melted into red molten iron.
"My Lord, I don't want freedom. I just want to follow you because compared to freedom, I want to relax more.
"
Ling 'er murmured. After the disappearance of Wushuang City, he wandered the world and tasted the suffering together. He could not forget the first person who brought warmth to his home.
"Old Ancestor Zong, I originally planned to give you freedom, but since you want to follow me forever, I will help you this time."
"
I didn't eat. As I looked at the shadow, the corner of my mouth on the mask revealed a smile.
I felt that my words had worked. The devil in front of me was finally moved by me. At this moment, the hesitation in his eyes was the evidence. The other party was weighing whether his hard work could offset his death.
Therefore, Ling 'er stopped looking at the shadow and sat down cross-legged.
It's not that I didn't work hard, but the other party left too quickly.
It was Fan Jin.
To Fan Jin in the past, You Lingzi was very big. He was so big that he had to teleport wherever he went. However, after experiencing so many things and looking at You Lingzi again, Fan Jin already understood why Old Man 1 said that Fan Jinfen was an island back then.
Ling 'er said softly.
Ghost Scythe was extremely excited. Its body trembled and its eyes revealed a red light.
Compared to the Ancient Gazing Continent, You Lingzi was indeed just an island.
The tombstone was the same as before.
Under the sunlight, the white thorn seemed to have become a white hole. As it absorbed the light, the fluctuations it emitted were even more shocking.
With Big Wing's speed, it only took half a day for Ling 'er to arrive at the scavenger camp.
At this moment, looking at the Thorn of Misfortune, Ling 'er's eyes revealed a look of contemplation.
At this moment, outside the Welcoming Emperor Province, the waves were rolling. Under the sky, a Big Black Wing was whistling through the air.
Vajra Xu Qingmu's face was filled with sorrow. Even at that time, his gaze towards Ling 'er was still filled with loyalty. This was the only chance he thought to save himself …
"It's like this … We had the chance to perish together with a Void Returning expert in the past. Even … perish together with a god. It's not impossible!"
"…"
"Master, ever since my sect's ancestor followed you, he has long understood a truth. Relaxation is more important than freedom!"
"I can roughly guess the waves in his heart, but I want to tell you that I ate this candy back then, and it resolved the sorrow in my heart. And this piece was bought for you from Blood Eye."
"…"
The appearance of the fish bone changed greatly.
He talked about the county capital, the sword-bearers, the war, and the Palace Lord.
It was also because of this that it attracted the figures of the plesiosaurs. They would often break out of the water in an instant, bite the birds in the sky, and fall into the sea with a rumble, causing even bigger waves.
Everywhere it passed, the trees began to sway and gradually turned into coffins with eyes growing all over them.
I can't believe that the source of my efforts to become stronger, the person I wanted to find in Fan Jinfen, has been by my side for these two years. "
The shadow also fluctuated after Ling 'er entered the forbidden area.
It was also because of the existence of the Nascent Soul that the street was very quiet. All the shop owners trembled and did not dare to speak.
Also, Vajra Fan Jinfen's state would gradually change after being tainted by the god's fish bone.
He opened it gently, revealing
There was a piece of sparkling rock candy inside.
"Ah?
"
What followed was a series of merciful voices. It was as if countless existences were whispering in this noisy forbidden area, floating in the fog.
Perhaps even he himself did not know what he was waiting for.
"Master!"
"Master!"
This was Lord Seven's big wing, and it was allowed to be used in Fenghai Province.
The number of weeds here had increased.
At this moment, the sky was already dusk. There was some thin fog around, and it was gradually thickening.
Fan Jin's eyes had a deep meaning, but he did not explain. After a few words of encouragement, he put away the fish bone and then looked down at the shadow under his feet.
He did not feel the other party's loyalty, but he saw Vajra Xu Qing's practical actions over the years. He had helped him a lot.
Around him, there were a few scavenger corpses that people dared to collect. Obviously, they were not people who opened their eyes to provoke. After all, not everyone in this world had abnormal thoughts.
"Fan Jinfen."
"Yes."
"Cute!"
"Yes."
While Vajra Fan Jinfen relaxed, she also secretly sighed in relief.
But Vajra Xu Qing's words made Fan Jin think about it and take back what he wanted to say. His eyes showed that he thought he might be able to give the other party a chance.
The robe covered a thin and weak body, and the face could not be seen clearly. He could only see a huge evil ghost scythe on the person's shoulder.
Vaguely, he seemed to see the figure of a dirty little girl with a scar on her face busying herself in the shop.
"Fortunately, I was alert, or I would have died today!"
"Yes."
Those scavengers who wandered between life and death, unless they were very lucky, a few years was often a lifetime.
"Yes."
"Yes."
Xu Qing had not appeared in the Sky Palace formed by the Dark Spirit Bloodwing Lamp. However, with the help of the other Xu Qings, it formed a siphon, causing the seventh Xu Qing to rapidly take shape.
And it was obvious that he had been here for some time. Perhaps it was to investigate some clues, or perhaps it was because he could not believe what he had seen in the county capital.
A year had passed.
At this moment, opposite the shop, under the eaves, sat a white-robed person.
"Also, remember to report to the Secretary."
"Yes."
"Qiu, you must seize this opportunity. This is a good opportunity given by the Heavenly Dao. In the future, you must listen to Lord Fan Jin. Do whatever he asks you to do. Do not refuse."
"Yes."
Just like how the other party had stood in front of him and replaced the bamboo scroll to protect him.
Ling 'er walked over silently, her goal clear.
The grudges of the past could be resolved.
"Senior Brother said that I have grown up. Yes, seven years … Captain Lei told me before that time will clear everything. So I have waited for so long, and I don't want to wait anymore."
"Yes."
And Vajra Fan Jinfen, as a weapon spirit, indirectly fused with the fish bone through that method.
"Yes!"
The Nascent Soul instinctively replied. After speaking, he immediately lowered his head and gripped the scythe tightly.
Ling 'er formed a seal with both hands and pointed. Immediately, the crimson molten iron turned into threads and went straight to the fish bone. They did not fuse with the fish bone, but instead flowed through the patterns on the fish bone.
"The happiness I had in those years was unprecedented in my life. I don't want to lose this feeling of happiness. If I can't follow you, I will be heartbroken. Even thinking about it now makes me sad."
He burned the iron skewers to refine them.
"Once, someone gave me a piece of candy here. He told me that when I was sad, I would be much happier if I ate it."
"…"
Walking inside, Ling 'er passed by scavengers and buildings. The fluctuations coming from his body were naturally concealed, making it so that in the eyes of mortals, they would forget him as soon as they saw him.
Ling 'er said with a smile. She drank the wine as she spoke.
And as Ling 'er went deeper, the fluctuations became clearer and clearer. At the same time, they spread out from under Ling' er's feet.
But now, the person I want to protect …
… doesn't need me to do anything. "
Thinking of this, Vajra Xu Qing spoke loudly.
Compared to when he left, this place had changed too much. It was still bustling and quiet. People came and went, and the boats of the First Peak's disciples could be seen coming in and out of the harbor.
Ling 'er didn't speak, and the Nascent Soul was also silent. However, his shoulders began to tremble.
Ling 'er muttered to himself. He had an idea in his heart. Perhaps it could speed up the shadow's breakthrough. Before, he had been unable to do it, but now he was confident.
"This proves that you are an existence like the main character of a novel, Master."
"…"
This made me feel a little lost, and endless sorrow rose in my heart. That was because all of my hard work and all of my bitter cultivation was so that one day, I would be able to protect this very important figure in my life.
Many of the Sword Wielders outside the tower had solemn expressions after sensing it. Only Fan Jin, because of her fleshly body, felt a sense of pressure when she held it in her hand. However, most of it came from the same source.
Ling 'er lowered his head and continued to drink wine, one mouthful after another.
"Heavens, if we can perish together with the gods in this life, it will be our ultimate glory!!"
"…"
For cultivators, it was much more difficult to forget, but in the scavenger camp, the ability to forget was perfect to erase everything.