Chapter 334 Awakening and Severance
After Jingzhe resolutely left Ling, she appeared in the lives of different people one after another.
The Misty Sect, at the foot of Cloud Sea Mountain.
A gentle young man, whose entire aura of sword energy formed its own domain, frowned at her "unexpected intrusion."
Jingzhe's face held just the right amount of apology and curiosity, exactly like when she first met Ling Shi.
She seemed to have "accidentally" triggered an ancient sword intent, putting her in danger.
This lucky one from the gold-type card intervened and saved her.
The gears of fate have begun to turn.
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The scene changed again.
The Starfall Platform is teeming with life, amidst the swirling nebulae.
A man dressed in a blue robe, with a gentle aura like spring rain, was tending to a dying spiritual plant.
Jingzhe happened to pass by without saying much, but a wisp of extremely pure life energy flowed from her fingertips and gently touched the spiritual plant.
The spiritual herbs revived and sprouted new branches. The Wood-type Qi Child slowly raised his head, his gaze towards the girl filled with surprise.
She responded with a humble yet slightly mysterious smile.
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The back mountain of Zixiao Immortal Palace.
At the summit of Flaming Mountain, lava churns and rolls.
The young man, dressed in a magnificent crown, was cultivating, and the raging flames around him almost burned away the void.
The Awakening of Insects appears on the edge, seemingly forced to make no progress by the terrifying heatwave, facing numerous dangers.
The Fire-type Destiny Child easily discovered her. Perhaps it was because he found her interesting, perhaps it was the mentality of a strong person at work, or perhaps it was the goodwill he had already earned that came into play.
He separated a wisp of his primordial fire essence to protect her, and sneered at her "weakness".
Jingzhe lowered her head amidst his sneer, a faint smile curving her lips, which Huali caught.
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The core of the Qingyun Sect's land.
A calm and composed young man, his slender fingers flitting like butterflies among flowers, instantly transformed the talisman into a massive magic array in his hands.
The power of the earth's veins trembled precariously with his movements.
The Awakening of Insects appears amidst the earth-shaking tremors, seemingly in disarray, yet always managing to pinpoint the safest landing spot.
They even "unintentionally" helped the other party stabilize the talisman and seal the restless monster underground.
Earth-elemental luck child cast a surprised glance, while Jingzhe responded with an innocent yet slightly fearful look.
Scenes flashed before Huali's eyes, so fast that they took her breath away.
Each of the chosen ones is unique, powerful, and radiates an unparalleled brilliance.
The Awakening of Insects approaches them in different ways: by showing weakness, revealing its value, or creating "coincidences," using all sorts of methods to precisely cut into their respective life trajectories.
She went through dangers with them, sharing her experiences and strength.
She made each of them believe that they were special and that she treated them with genuine kindness.
And indeed, that has proven to be true.
Jingzhe is undoubtedly an excellent "actress," immersing herself in every story.
How could she not be moved by the charm of such outstanding individuals?
For a moment, the days seemed as beautiful as she had promised, lasting forever.
But all of this ultimately points to the five cards in her hand.
Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth.
One star after another was lit up, illuminated by the sincerity and power that these exceptionally fortunate individuals gave without reservation.
Ah Ling isn't the first.
He was never the last one.
Once all the stars were gathered, a truly relaxed and radiant smile finally appeared on Jingzhe's face.
There may be reluctance to part ways, but there is more excitement about completing the mission.
But as she resolutely left—
The swords of the Misty Sect were broken, the spiritual herbs of the Starfall Platform withered, the lava of the Purple Cloud Immortal Palace churned, and the earth of the Azure Cloud Sect began to groan.
The petals of the cherry blossom tree fluttered down, and the world suddenly lost its color.
Ao Bai's forced break through the pursuit reached its time limit, and Hua Li's consciousness was once again bounced back to Ling's side.
After the initial breakdown and rampage, Ling did not die immediately.
His powerful innate spiritual body sustained him, but it also infinitely prolonged the process of death.
Time turned into an extremely cruel form of torture.
He sat under the tree, his face no longer showing any intense emotional fluctuations.
After immense suffering comes a deeper emptiness.
The first change was the blush at the corners of her eyes.
That color, once a symbol of vitality and elegance, now resembles washed-out rouge.
His once smooth, jade-like skin had turned into an almost transparent pale white, making him appear somewhat unreal.
It looked as if it would melt into the light at any moment.
Occasionally, a crisp cracking sound could be heard emanating from inside his body.
Those were powerful spiritual bones, and cracks began to appear after they lost the support of fortune and the power of their origin.
Throughout the entire process, Ling's face remained expressionless.
He sat there day after day.
The cozy little courtyard is overgrown with weeds. The former lawn has been restored. A road has been dug and a bridge built next to the cherry blossom tree. He is still there.
There was no dramatic death, only a slow, silent "rot."
Once a favorite of Heaven, a great monster of the mountains and wilderness, Chi Chang eventually rotted away into nothingness, unseen by anyone.
Tears fell, one drop, then two drops.
Karin wanted to speak, but found herself choked up and unable to utter a sound.
"Is it really right for Ao Bai to collect fortune and light up stars?"
"What...what I'm doing now...is different from what we're doing during the Awakening of Insects?"
The immense empathy created a terrifying sense of identification for Huali.
The thought that Luo Chuan, Shen Yu, Wen Jin, Lian Zhuo, and Xiao Niao would suffer the same fate caused Hua Li unbearable heartache.
“Host, it’s different.”
Ao Bai spoke, his tone firm, "We are different from her."
"The world's fortune has been seized, and those destined for it have lost their power. Although they will not die, cracks will appear in their Dao hearts, and their path to immortality will be cut off. Death is only a matter of time."
"But we are different."
"What the Awakening of Insects leaves behind is a lie of despair and the dregs of exploitation. The people sent by the world are essentially plunderers."
Ao Bai pressed her with his little paws, "But the host is sincere. You have never thought of abandoning anyone. Love is a two-way street, how can it be the same?"
“I’ve vaguely remembered something… host,” Ao Bai paused, “and I’m starting to think of a possibility…”
"Perhaps our cards are meant for countering each other."
Confrontation? Confrontation...confrontation!!!
Yes! The main system, the entire universe, is experiencing problems!!
This mission to collect all the stars is nothing short of a brutal plunder from beginning to end!
She saw not only Ling's tragedy, but also the full picture of a vast, meticulous, and ruthless plan.
The missions sent by the universe are like the most skilled hunters.
At the same time, five nets were laid, capturing the five most dazzling stars of this era.
They absorbed their most essential strength and fortune, leaving behind only heartbreak, despair, and a gradual withering away.
But this is not the end.
This world is not limited to just one era.
The world's fortune is like a giant piggy bank; taking a little away during the Awakening of Insects won't change anything.
But what if... what if there was a mission taker in every era?
They possess systems, are familiar with global functions, and may even have absorbed various methods and knowledge from the return of each "predecessor"...
If things continue like this, can the small world still hold on?
Thinking of this, a piercing electric shock suddenly shot through Huali's mind—
The long-absent voice from headquarters came through: "Warning! The executor's emotional state is fluctuating abnormally; useless empathy must be abandoned..."
"Fuck you!"
Huali forms hand seals!
With swift, deft fingers, boundless spiritual power condensed into an incomparably sharp blade of will, aimed without hesitation and with deadly force at the final line connecting it to headquarters in the darkness—
Slay him!
"Snap—"
As the sound of shattering from the depths of the universe resounded, a terrifying backlash force directly forced Huali's consciousness back into her body.
She opened her eyes and suddenly spat out a mouthful of bright red blood.
Intense pain swept through her entire body, but Karin stubbornly straightened her back and forcefully wiped the blood from her lips.
Those eyes, filled with tears and bloodlust, shone with an astonishing light!
I'll go! Go! To! Your! Mother!
Don't try to order me around! Don't try to order me around again!
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