As early as when the first half of the Immortal Boat storyline was released, some people speculated that there might be problems with the character Tingyun.

There was even a secret from an uncle who said that Tingyun was actually a certain Jue Mie Dajun in disguise, and that he would be treated as a boss on the Immortal Ship.

Back then, Lin Mo dismissed these conspiracy theories and absurd revelations with disdain.

You think this adorable yet timid fox lady is actually the Destroyer Lord of Annihilation in disguise?!

Who would believe that!

And those conspiracy theories are clearly just people looking for topics to talk about during a lull in activity.

However, after immersing himself in the storyline, Lin Mo changed his mind.

Just the Jade Gate itself is shrouded in mystery.

Uncle Yang and the others said that someone had opened the Jade Gate for their side, but they didn't say anything else... Of course, he wouldn't doubt that Uncle Yang was lying.

But who exactly opened the Jade Gate?

This is usually the job of the ferrymen like Tingyun... Moreover, the Jade Realm Gate is equivalent to the gate of the Luofu Immortal Ship, and apart from these ferrymen, who else can open these gates...

Recalling Tingyun's actions along the way, he did feel a vague sense of unease.

After combining Xing and Tingyun's chat logs, he couldn't help but believe some of the conspiracy theories and his uncle's revelations.

However, this information alone is not enough to deduce that Tingyun was possessed by the Great Lord of Annihilation.

After all, that's too abstract.

Why did you, the Great Lord of Extinction, have to come to Luofu?

etc.

Could it be for the Star Core and Jianmu?

Lin Mo was taken aback for a moment, then thought of a suitable reason.

Thinking about it this way, it seems to make sense. The Great Lord of Annihilation infiltrated the Immortal Ship for the Star Core and the Jianmu Tree... possessing the body of a fox girl, and then gradually getting closer to the Star Core and the Jianmu Tree through various actions, eventually arriving at their location and stealing them...

Just as he was lost in thought, he suddenly felt a surge of murderous intent coming from in front of him.

This startled Lin Mo awake.

"Is it pretty?" Qingque crossed her arms and gave him a gloomy look.

That one glance almost made Lin Mo lose his mind, but he immediately came back to his senses.

Only then did he realize that while he was thinking, his gaze had been completely fixed on Xing's chest...

They all blushed from looking at them.

"Uh, sorry, sorry, I was just spacing out, I'm so sorry!"

Seeing this, Lin Mo quickly apologized.

Xing didn't delve into it further, but simply nodded. "It's almost time. Let's hurry back. Uncle Yang and the others must be getting impatient. I just received a notification that Tingyun has finished reporting and is just waiting for us to arrive."

After saying that, she got up and walked back.

Lin Mo did not delve further into the mystery surrounding Ting Yun. After all, there was no need to rush this matter, because according to the plot, Ting Yun's behavior before arriving at the Pill Cauldron Division was normal and he did not do anything out of line.

As long as you can figure out Tingyun before the plot deviates from your own understanding, that's about enough.

"Let's go."

Lin Mo looked at Qing Que, only to find her standing still. He was slightly taken aback, then asked, "What's wrong?"

Qingque pouted, looking aggrieved, and glared at Lin Mo without saying a word until Xing walked away before she finally spoke, "Lin Mo... do you think I'm too young?"

...

Soon, the group successfully met with Uncle Yang and March 7th. After receiving Xing's notification, the group headed towards Sichen Palace.

Along the way, they encountered many refugees caused by the Star Core Disaster, which made everyone feel very uneasy.

After inquiring, it was learned that after the Star Core Crisis broke out, most areas were sealed off, and many people were left homeless.

This strengthened the train crew's resolve to deal with the star core.

"Oh? Our benefactors arrived quite early!"

The fox girl had been waiting for a long time in front of the Sichen Palace.

"We apologize for the long wait. Lord Yukong is waiting for you all in Sichen Palace."

Upon hearing this, March 7th paused for a moment and asked, "Huh? Aren't you coming?"

Tingyun smiled and said, "I have already reported everyone's information to Lord Siduo, so I won't go in."

Having said that, the group did not pursue the reason and hurriedly entered the Sichen Palace.

...

Flight Attendant: "--Yes, sir."

"Report the loss figures to General Jingyuan, and then summon the people from the Imperial Apostles. With such a huge mess, how can they stand idly by?"

Inside the main hall, Yu Kong stared at the holographic screen in front of him, his voice displeased.

Taibu Si...

Hearing Yu Kong's murderous tone, poor Lin Mo and Qing Que instinctively broke out in a cold sweat.

So they've already gotten this busy. Sure enough, the Grand Diviner is going to drag us in.

Qingque swallowed hard, unable to help but think to herself.

When Yu Kong noticed that someone was coming, he turned around and saw that everyone looked exactly as Ting Yun had described. He then said, "Hello, guests of the Starry Sky Train."

"Tingyun has already informed me of your purpose in coming. My duties do not include receiving tourists."

"But since you know about the Star Core and have stated your intention to help Luo Fu, I must give you all a chance to meet face-to-face, both morally and logically..."

At this point, Yu Kong paused for a moment.

"Please decline in person."

Upon hearing this, the three members of the train crew were slightly taken aback, and then Xing exclaimed in surprise, "Refuse?!"

"It's just a mere star core. The Alliance has long been aware of this thing and has its own way of dealing with it. The Immortal Ship has been sailing for eight thousand years. Although the current disaster is coming fiercely, the Immortal Ship has the strength to deal with it on its own. There is no need to rely on outsiders to quell the disaster."

"Esteemed guests who have traveled from afar, you have absolutely no reason to get involved in this matter. Do you understand what I mean?"

When Yu Kong spoke, he had essentially said everything he wanted to say.

However, Uncle Yang pushed up his glasses, clearly unwilling to give up so easily.

"Judging from the current situation, the influence of the star core has not yet fully penetrated. If we can find its location in time and contain it, those who have been infected will have a chance to recover."

"We once prevented the catastrophe of the star core, and we have come here this time only to lend you a helping hand."

After hearing Uncle Yang's words, Yu Kong crossed his arms and said, "I have made myself very clear. The Star Core Crisis is an internal matter of the Immortal Ship. There is no need for the Starry Sky Train to intervene. To show respect, I have specially met with everyone to convey the final decision, which is not to be changed."

"But……"

Before Mr. Walter could speak, March 7th, hands on his hips, interrupted with dissatisfaction: "Forget it, Uncle Yang, the alliance can handle it themselves, why should we bother? Let's just leave."

"No, you cannot leave."