With Su Peng's death, the dark clouds that had originally shrouded the empire gradually dissipated, and the gloomy sky instantly became sunny.

At this time, all the flying ships slowly landed on the black open space that had turned into a battlefield filled with smoke.

Xia Ze quickly walked to Xie Qi's side, and after observing him carefully, he felt relieved.

However, at this moment, seeing Su Peng like this, Xia Xuan couldn't help but exclaimed: "Fuck, how did he become like this?!"

Xie Qi put away his bloodied sword and calmly explained, "The pursuit of immortality comes at a price. Death and decay of the body into a walking corpse is also considered immortality. Appearing radiant and beautiful, but actually old and frail, is also not considered immortality. Even if one is immortal, life is worse than death."

"And he practices this kind of evil magic. What? Brother, are you very interested in it?" Xie Qi looked at Xia Xuan with a slight smile on his face.

"No, no, no... Only fools would be interested in this damn thing!" Xia Xuan quickly waved his hands and shook his head, with an expression of disgust on his face.

In fact, what Xie Qi said was not just to Xia Xuan, but to everyone. Only by letting them know how serious the consequences are will no one be influenced by Su Peng and dream of such unrealistic immortality.

After today, the empire finally returned to peace. The residents of the empire cheered after learning of Su Peng's death. They thought it was the end of the world, but they didn't expect to see the sun the next day.

When they thought of that day, the dark clouds and thunder that rocked the city, they couldn't help but feel a surge of fear. That horrific scene unfolded before their eyes like a picture of hell, an unforgettable scene.

They were also very puzzled as to how much Xie Qi knew, but Xie Qi simply announced that he had seen these things in the ruins he discovered on the Dark Star, and that he had brought the sword back from there.

Although this explanation is a bit far-fetched, it leaves people with enough room for imagination.

Even powerful people would come to Xie Qi every now and then, hoping to buy the mysterious sword from him.

However, Xie Qi grew tired of these people's frequent visits, and eventually, he plunged his sword into a vacant lot in the center of the empire.

This action immediately caused an uproar. People's curiosity about the sword was completely aroused, and they flocked to watch.

The sword's appearance became a hot topic throughout the empire, with speculation and discussion abounding. But surprisingly, despite many attempts, no one succeeded in extracting the sword and carrying it away.

Some people even tried to use mechanical power to dig out the sword, but they soon discovered that the land seemed to have become extremely hard and even the machines could not shake it.

No matter how hard they tried, the sword remained firmly in place, as if it had become one with the earth.

However, the reason why these people could not draw the sword was actually very simple. The Demon-Slaying Sword was an ancient spiritual sword and could only have one master.

And now his master is Xie Qi. Only when Xie Qi disappears from this world will the Demon-Slaying Sword be sealed again, waiting for the next master to appear.

So no one except Xie Qi can pull out this sword.

In the end, the sword became the spiritual aspiration of the people of the Empire. They believed that anyone who could pull out the sword was a strong person. Although no one has yet succeeded, the sword still inspires the students of the Empire to continue to train hard, hoping that one day they can become the one to pull out the sword.

However, all this had nothing to do with Xie Qi. At this moment, he was happily sleeping with his beloved wife in his arms.

Xie Qi's voice was gentle and pleasant, like a spring breeze brushing against Xia Ze's ears: "Sleep with me for a while..."

Xia Ze gently pushed Xie Qi away and said softly, "You continue to sleep. I have to go to work."

Xie Qi struggled to open one eye and asked with a heavy nasal voice, "What time is it now..."

"Five o'clock."

"So early?"

Xia Ze smiled and explained, "A group of new recruits arrived today, so I need to go there early."

However, when Xie Qi heard this, he closed his eyes, was silent for two seconds, and then sat up suddenly, trying to wake himself up quickly.

Xia Ze asked with concern: "Why are you suddenly so violent? Does it hurt your head?"

Xie Qi shook his head and said firmly: "I'll go with you."

"But I have to lead the training of new recruits today, so I may not be able to take care of you."

Xie Qi smiled and said, "Sir, I'm a new recruit too."

If 948 hadn't reminded him just now, he would have forgotten that the original owner had submitted an application for employment right after graduation. And it just so happened that he was transferred to Xia Ze's military camp.

Afterwards, Xie Qi put on a handsome military uniform, packed his equipment, and set off for the recruit training camp with Xia Ze.

Along the way, he could clearly feel the curious gazes of the soldiers around him, but he didn't take it to heart. He still held Xia Ze's hand tightly, not willing to let go for a moment.

Thus, Xie Qi's military career officially began. He trained when he should have, and when he shouldn't have, he would go to Xia Ze's wife's office to tease him.

Afterwards, Xie Qi climbed up step by step with his unremitting efforts and outstanding abilities.

Just when everyone thought that Xie Qi would become a highly respected general as everyone wished, Xie Qi suddenly submitted an application to Xia Ze, hoping to serve as Xia Ze's adjutant.

Xie Qi had his own reasons for this decision. In his opinion, the empire had never lacked outstanding generals, but Xia Ze needed an adjutant who could be completely trusted, absolutely loyal, and would never betray him.

He firmly believed that he was the most suitable candidate. In addition, compared to becoming a high-ranking general, Xie Qi's heart was more eager to always be by Xia Ze's side, fighting side by side with him, and facing all kinds of difficulties, obstacles and unknown challenges together.

Finally, Xia Ze couldn't resist Xie Qi's constant persuasion and agreed to Xie Qi's request. Since then, Xie Qi has always been by Xia Ze's side, never leaving him.

They spent countless days and nights together, weathered many storms, and witnessed too much glory and desolation together.

Until the last moment of his life, Xie Qi still stood by Xia Ze's side and never left. When Xie Qi looked at Xia Ze, who was no longer breathing, he had a thousand words in his heart, but he didn't know where to start.

In the end, he chose to lie quietly beside Xia Ze and quietly left this world...