Early morning, at the East Bay Ferry, people were coming and going on the pier.
The azure sea stretched to the horizon.
Most ships traveling between the Boundless Sea and the Divine Tree of Yingzhou docked here, and workers were busy unloading cargo.
The Shengyu Festival had passed 1 week ago, and the lockdown from the Feather Capital Chaos had just been lifted.
Many routes had only resumed operation recently, making the area exceptionally lively.
In the distance, a Spirit Boat floated on the water.
The emblem of the Penglai Island alchemy cauldron held an aloof status; the patrolling guards were all respectful and did not dare to disturb it.
The two Island Lords had been saving lives and healing the injured.
Once the patients were out of danger, they prepared to return home quietly without saying goodbye to the cultivators in the Sundial Immortal Mansion.
Many merchants and islanders were traveling with them.
Canghai and White Whale were chatting and laughing on the deck.
Mentioning the Zhusheng Dynasty, they secretly shook their heads; fortunately, they had made it through without any major incidents.
They were not optimistic about the Princess’s choice.
It was truly unwise to cooperate with someone like Madam Jing Rui just to secure the throne.
They only hoped she wasn’t playing a dangerous game with a tiger.
The one who had gained the most from this trip was Li Su.
After coming out for a journey, he had eaten and drunk his fill while experiencing a thrilling adventure with his master.
Along the way, they had subdued many Demonic Sect Fiends and personally witnessed the phenomena of the Heavenly Dao.
He had gained quite a bit and now had the capital to brag once he returned.
The little Dan Boy straightened his hat and leaned on the railing in a daze.
The thought of leaving this place so soon made him a bit reluctant.
The yellow-haired girl was a bit of a fool who only knew how to eat all day, while the red-haired one was like a firecracker — ready to explode at the slightest spark.
It was quite amusing to see the two of them together.
If it weren’t for Sister Qin, they would have started fighting in a matter of seconds.
He didn’t know how Young man Yun could stand them.
Li Su yawned, and suddenly his eyes lit up.
A smiling young man was slowly approaching.
He hurriedly tugged on the sleeve of the middle-aged man next to him.
“Master, Master!”
Seeing the white-robed youth, Canghai walked off the boat in surprise, and even White Whale’s stiff face broke into a smile.
“Why are you here?”
“To see you both off, of course. Since things here are settled, it’s about time for me to get on the road as well.”
Yun Liu forced a smile, feeling somewhat guilty.
He had specifically come to see these “plagues” off.
Canghai burst into laughter.
The East Pole Pavilion Master had a reserved personality and had even claimed to be sick in bed a few days ago.
When had he ever been this enthusiastic?
“I’m relieved to see that you and Xiao Miss are fine. I didn’t expect Shiyu to have such ability. Your apprentice is naturally gifted and possesses great Blessed Fate. It truly makes one envious.”
Li Su was unconvinced upon hearing this, and Yun Liu rolled his eyes.
That girl was someone he truly couldn’t drive away even if he wanted to.
“Since Mr. Yun has already left the Sword Sect, why not join us to enjoy the scenery of the islands and live as a free spirit? The Boundless Sea is the true vast world for rogue cultivators. The once-in-a-century great whirlpool is about to open.”
“At that time, the underwater Mirage City will reappear in the world, unveiling the mysterious veil of the Merman Water Capital. It definitely won’t disappoint you.”
White Whale invited him again, sounding like a recruitment officer, nearly shoving the quest into Yun Liu’s mouth.
Li Su also nodded frantically.
If Young man Yun visited Penglai Island, those two followers wouldn’t be far behind.
The island would become much more lively.
“If there is an opportunity, I will certainly visit.”
Yun Liu shook his head with a wry smile; his ears were practically growing calluses from hearing this.
“Alright, alright. You say it every time we meet. Even if he isn’t tired of it, I am.”
Canghai couldn’t help but laugh, and White Whale could only give an embarrassed smile.
The two were close friends, both refined gentlemen who had helped the Protagonist in many ways.
In the game, they were also a pair of characters that players liked quite a bit.
‘Why not? It is too dangerous for you to stay here alone. You should just come with me. So what if you missed the Vermilion Bird? If the two of us join forces, let alone the East Pole Province and the Boundless Sea, the entire Nili Abyss will be beneath our feet. Who among the Eight Banners Sect would dare to disobey?’
A charming voice echoed in his Sea of Consciousness.
It was the stowaway’s grand declaration.
She was equally unwilling to let the young Heavenly Dao Alchemy Master be used by others and was still trying to persuade him.
‘No. If left alone, Ji Shiyu might become a formidable enemy of the Holy Sect in the future. Right now, she is in the light while I am in the dark. It’s better to find a way to figure out her background and nip the danger in the bud. If she can be used by me, that would be for the best.’
Yun Liu sneered in his heart and ignored her.
She was just bragging.
Given the demonic woman’s current injuries, she wouldn’t be able to come out and cause trouble again anytime soon.
If she wanted to recruit him to be a villain, she had to show some real capital.
Hiding her head and showing only her tail showed no sincerity at all.
Look at Madam Ji.
The first time they met, she had given him a full tour of her “floor plan” and welcomed him to move in at any time!
‘Talk is cheap. Aren’t you just greedy for those top-quality cauldrons? Especially that certain yellow-haired sister…’
Yun Liu rolled his eyes but didn’t deny it.
He had a very clear understanding of the villain persona he was building.
His motives were completely undisguised.
‘Of course. They are the stepping stones I’ve carefully selected on my path to the Dao. Every single one is indispensable!’
The Minghuang Holy Fire was famous for its high-caliber heavy firepower.
Once cultivated to a profound level, one became a walking hormone — a succubus-like physique, without a doubt.
When combined with the Heartsway Technique and the Soulbinding Seal, the effect was excellent, providing an unparalleled attraction to the opposite sex.
Cultivating the Saintly Body externally had many benefits, but the drawbacks were also obvious.
The Yang core was difficult for ordinary people to satisfy, except for those with the Yeli Merit Body.
Therefore, the Holy Sons of past generations were all devils who indulged excessively in women.
Every one of them was an expert in the arts of Dual Cultivation, making the demonic women of the wicked path unable to extricate themselves and the fairies of the righteous path tremble with fear.
‘Hmph, you’d better make sure you know her inside and out. Careful not to get killed while trying to “capture” Ji. If your identity is exposed, Yu Steward will be the first one to never let you go.’
‘I know what I’m doing.’
The demonic woman grumbled.
Seeing the Holy Son so obsessed with Ji Shiyu actually made her feel a bit sour and possessive.
What an arrogant person she was.
Yun Liu was clearly the destined partner the Holy Master had chosen for her, intended to build the Great Dao together.
Now, he was acting ambiguously with a yellow-haired girl of unknown origin.
Not only had he broken his engagement for her, but they were even playing master and apprentice.
That woman was a wolf in sheep’s clothing with deep schemes.
Even she had suffered a great loss and nearly died here.
The little Holy Son might not be her match.
When the time came and they were separated by great distances, if the undercover act became real and his Dao Heart grew attached, it was hard to say who would be defecting to whom.
Thinking about how she had been beaten up by another yellow-haired girl for no reason, the Saintess grew angrier.
‘Is Dual Cultivation with me really inferior to that woman with the Formless Spiritual Root!?’
The mental exchange between the True Holy Maiden and the False Holy Son lasted only a moment.
The Spirit Boat of Penglai Island was about to set sail.
“Mountains and rivers meet again. Let’s part here.”
“Take care.”
Yun Liu smiled and nodded.
He was in no hurry to explore the Boundless Sea; the opportunity in Mirage City had not yet arrived.
He hooked his finger, and a strand of blood quietly slipped into the cabin, unnoticed by anyone.
‘Act carefully. Goodbye (let’s never meet again).’
‘Mm-hmm, you too.’
Just you wait, my little Holy Son.
The next time we meet, I will appear in a manner that completely crushes Ji Shiyu, making you realize exactly who the girl of destiny is~
The Spirit Boat headed out to sea and drifted further away.
Finally, he had sent the “plagues” off.
Yun Liu broke into a sweat, unaware that someone was already planning the next “chance encounter,” preparing to dazzle him.
This time, he had really shot himself in the foot.
Hopefully, things wouldn’t spin out of control.
Cultivating the Tianxing Jade Mansion internally for endless life and the Minghuang Holy Fire externally to forge an undying body — having two equally domineering techniques in one person could be a stroke of genius, or it could be playing with fire.
No one in the game had ever tried it, because Feng Aotian simply had no use for it.
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