The sun and moon alternated, and half a month passed in the blink of an eye.
Ever since the battle with the Burning Sky Sect, the reputation of the Qin Sect had risen in the entire Scarlet Flame Empire. Now, it had even surpassed the overlords of the two major regions in the southwest region, approaching the Mystical Palace.
Because of this, Qin Shi became a rising star that was like a comet, the number one young hero of the Crimson Flame Empire. There was a phrase that became popular among the people: The Sect Master of the Qin Sect is a man of his word. Being in his early twenties is better than being in his sixties.
Ancient City.
After half a month of restoration, in addition to the huge amount of spiritual stones and resources that Qin Shi had brought, the city began to develop decisively. Eight Treasures Town, Desolate Town, and the other desolate regions were all excavated.
Today, the ancient city had a glimmer of hope. It had directly surpassed the five major cities, becoming the most prosperous city in the northern region.
Near Desolate Town was the Qin Sect's headquarters. Surrounding it was a majestic defensive wall that was tens of meters tall. As soon as they entered the sect, an elegant fragrance wafted over. Flowers and plants were neatly trimmed, causing one's heart to be filled with joy. After entering the front courtyard, there were hundreds of bejeweled jade buildings, all made of high-grade spirit stones. The dense spirit energy in the air made it so that people didn't need to cultivate and could absorb it on their own.
The entire building spanned thousands of acres, and even the Burning Sky Sect of the past would have to be filled with reverence and awe when compared to it.
Behind the sect, there was a cliff.
On the cliff, there was a cultivation formation assisted by the Jade In The Book. The four corners of the formation were carved with four divine beasts, Blue Dragon, White Tiger, Vermillion Bird, and Black Tortoise. It was called the Four Symbols Heavenly Formation. It could gather the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. Apart from having a great effect on cultivation, it could also withstand the great power when breaking through.
At that moment, a skinny young man sat cross-legged in the center of the Four Symbols Heavenly Formation. His entire body was wrapped in pitch-black tattered robes, and his palms were placed on his kneecaps. Faint golden light seeped from the tips of his fingers. It was a very strange sight.
"Huff …"
Taking a deep breath, the young man's chest heaved up and down slightly. A mouthful of turbid air that had been suppressed for a long time was forced out of his body. There was even a trace of blood in it.
When the impure Qi left his mouth, there was a loud crash. It was like a monstrous wave that surged up from under the youth's black robe. It ruthlessly struck the Four Divisions Heavenly Formation, causing countless ripples. Only then did the youth open his eyes indifferently. His black eyes, which were as deep as the night sky, shot out in all directions with a bright light.
"Eh?
Not bad, you only used half a month to recover from such a serious injury? "
With a series of crackling sounds, a simple and unadorned book was flipped on the teenager's waist. A graceful figure jumped out of it. Wasn't it Jade In The Book?
There was no doubt that only Qin Shi could be the companion of Jade In The Book.
Qin Shi used all his strength to clench his fist. The corner of his mouth curled up slightly, "That's right, my injuries this time are a little serious. However, if I am unable to recover in half a month, how can I talk about protecting you?
You, Xue Xin, and Rakshasa are beauties at the level of Sky Immortals. Whoever can marry one of them will be lucky for three lifetimes. If the world finds out, there will be a lot of trouble. The revolution has not been completed yet, I still need to work hard. "
"You've just recovered, and you're already starting to talk nonsense." Jade In The Book curled her lips in annoyance.
Hearing her rebuke, Qin Shi's expression turned serious. He said in an unusually serious manner, "Sister Yu, I'm not talking nonsense. What I said is the truth …!
Do you know?
Back in Burning Sky Sect, when I faced Zhen Yuan, I felt an unprecedented powerlessness. If it wasn't for Feng Hen's sacrifice, I'm afraid the Qin Sect would have already been destroyed. "
"As for Zhen Yuan, he is just an insignificant character in Group Puppet. In Group Puppet, there are countless people who are stronger than Zhen Yuan. This time, I broke both of Zhen Yuan's arms, and he couldn't take away the Collapsing Jade. In the future, he will definitely not let the Qin Sect go. With my current strength, I will have to face Group Puppet. Just thinking about it makes me feel powerless. Moreover, the king of Group Puppet is one of the two great demons that destroyed the entire continent in the ancient war thirty thousand years ago: Zhe Tian. That kind of earth-shattering power is something that I can't even look up to now."
The more he spoke, the more powerless he became. Qin Shi clearly knew that in front of Group Puppet, he was just a fish on the chopping board. He could only wait to be slaughtered.
Thinking of this, he hated his own inferiority, hated his own weakness. He suddenly clenched his fists, his nails piercing deep into his palms. He said unwillingly, "If I was stronger, I wouldn't have watched Feng Hen be captured. If I was stronger, the Qin Sect wouldn't have sacrificed so many disciples. This is all because I'm too weak. I must become stronger!
Only then can I protect you! "
The desire to become stronger filled Qin Shi's heart like never before.
"Shi Tou …"
Her delicate body trembled slightly. Looking at the pale and haggard young man, Jade In The Book felt an indescribable pain in her heart. She held him in her arms.
Sometimes, she would wonder why the heavens were so unfair. This young man was only twenty years old, but he had to bear more pressure than anyone else. "Shi Tou, why do you have to bear all the pressure on your own shoulders? Don't you still have me, Xue Xin, and Luo Sha?
Didn't we say that no matter how thorny the road ahead is, we will be in the same boat together? "
Facing Jade In The Book's kind words, Qin Shi smiled bitterly and shook his head. The desolation in his eyes was restrained. Instead, he revealed a touch of determination. "No, I don't want to lose any of you. I must work hard. Only then can I protect you."
When he reached there, he purposefully paused for a moment and raised his head to look into the distance. He continued, "Moreover, sister Yu, you know better than me that no matter if it's you, Xuexin, or Yu Luocha, the three of you bear too many stories. Every single story is something that I can't even touch upon."
"Let's talk about you. It's been three years, but I still haven't been able to help you find the Divine Pregnancy Fruit. Luo Sha also has a lot of stories. She only told me about what happened thirty years ago, but she didn't tell me anything about how she was poisoned by the Yin Yang Passionless Talisman and how she entered the Desolate Forest fifty years ago. However, I know that it's definitely not simple, and I'm afraid that it has something to do with Team Ma. As for Xuexin, let's not talk about the grudge between her and Team Ma. This time, Zhen Yuan's words made me very afraid. I don't want to think about what Team Ma wants to do to Xuexin. Her life is already pitiful enough, I will not allow Team Ma to harm her anymore."
Every word and sentence tugged at Jade in the Book's heartstrings. At this moment, on Qin Shi's face, there was an unwavering determination like a boulder. It was something she had never seen in the past three years.
She never knew that in the heart of this unrestrained young man, there were so many things that no one knew about. Things that he was thinking about for them.
It went without saying that she was touched.
The jade-like hands that were hugging Qin Shi tightened. Jade in the Book held back her tears and nodded with all her might. She chuckled and said, "Yes, I believe you. Three years ago, I believed that you would definitely reach the peak. Xuexin and Luo Sha did not choose the wrong person."
Feeling the softness on his chest, Qin Shi frowned and said, "What do you mean by they did not choose the wrong person?
Did you choose the wrong person?
Don't forget, you are the leader of my harem. "
The tense atmosphere faded. Jade In The Book's face was gloomy at first, but it immediately turned red. She stared at him and teased, "That's good. When you recruit three thousand beauties, I will be in charge of your harem!"
"…" Speechless, Qin Shi waved his fist and pretended to be fierce, "Nonsense. Don't all emperors choose concubines first?"
"Anyway, I don't care. Bite me." Jade in the Book was always so unreasonable.
"Humph, don't regret it. I will bite you now!"
Shrugging, the two of them laughed in the Four Image Sky Formation, as if they had gone back to three years ago, when they were carefree. But deep down, Qin Shi knew that it was just like that. Today, he was no longer the man he used to be. What he had to face and bear was not the same as three years ago.
Three years ago, he was only thinking about how to win in the competition of the Qin family, how to help the Qin family stabilize among the three families in Barren Town, how to enter the Lihuo Sect, and that was all. But now, he had to face the most mysterious and dangerous Ba Group on the Barren Continent.
"I can never go back."
Sighing, Qin Shi smiled self-mockingly.
Jade In The Book's face was red. After being teased by Qin Shi, her wrist was covered with a few rows of teeth marks left by Qin Shi. She said bitterly, "I am so angry. Now you have grown up, and you even dare to bully me, don't you?
It hurts so much. "
"Didn't you tell me to bite you?
If you don't kiss me, it won't hurt! "
"Scram!"
Jade in the Book's domineering aura was brought out again. Following that, it glared at Qin Shi with all its might before saying, "Since your injuries have recovered, hurry up and go out. Uncle and the others have been guarding you outside for half a month. They are all worried about you."
Hearing that, Qin Shi's expression changed.
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"You didn't ask me." Jade In The Book turned the tables and smiled brightly.
Glaring at Jade in the Book in a bad mood, Qin Shi rubbed Jade in the Book's long hair hard before hurriedly leaving the Four Divisions Heavenly Formation.
As soon as he walked out, he was surrounded by close to a hundred people, including members of the Qin family, members of the Qin Clan, Qiu Diao, and a few Fiends.
Qin Tianqing hurried over and looked around. Seeing that Qin Shi was fine, he laughed heartily and said, "Good boy, you have recovered in just half a month?"
"I don't want my parents to worry about me. Of course I have to work harder." Qin Shi rubbed his nose and gave a childish smile.
Hearing that, Qin Tianqing laughed with satisfaction and patted Qin Shi's shoulder. "You have a conscience. No wonder you are my son."
Pah!
Before Qin Shi could reply, Qiong Shuyao pushed Qin Tianqing away. She massaged Qin Shi's shoulders with concern while glaring at Qin Tianqing fiercely. "Be gentler, what if you hurt my son?"
Being scolded by his wife, Qin Tianqing looked embarrassed. He smiled bitterly at Qin Shi and said, "See?
You are the only son in your mother's eyes now. I have no position in this family at all. "
Seeing the old couple teasing each other, the onlookers couldn't help but laugh.