Ren Jinting thought about it and agreed.
While Chuchu was eating, Song Yaqing asked, “Has Shen Guang’s problem been resolved?”
Chu Chu shook her head. "Not really. It's still very tricky. I'm still trying to figure it out."
Song Yaqing sighed, "I've tried my best to buy time. Is ten days enough?"
Chu Chu looked grateful, "That's enough. I will find a way to get him back as soon as possible. Thank you, Mommy."
…
As night fell, stars dotted the deep sky, and Chuchu's room was brightly lit. Frowning, she sat at the table with Tianyi and Qingtian, their faces solemn as they discussed a plan to rescue Shen Guang. Ultimately, they agreed that they should seek help from the celestial being, the Maori Star Lord, who might offer a glimmer of hope.
After passing through the six realms, Chuchu, Tianyi, and Qingtian embarked on a journey to the heavens. They passed through layers of clouds and mist and arrived at the magnificent and ethereal heavenly palace.
In the heavenly palace, there are jade buildings and flying cranes, creating a peaceful scene.
They came to the residence of the Lord of the Morning Star - a palace located in the east, bathed in the first rays of sunlight.
In front of the palace, a thousand-year-old sycamore tree stands tall, and the crystal clear morning dew seems to still remain among its branches and leaves.
The Lord of the Sun, clad in a multicolored robe and wearing a golden sun crown, has a benevolent yet majestic expression, his eyes gleaming with wisdom. He holds a sun fan inlaid with brilliant gemstones and stands before the temple, gazing at the rising sun, as if he can see through everything in the world.
As Chuchu, Tianyi, and Qingtian entered the celestial palace, shrouded in a celestial aura and resplendent with golden splendor, their hearts were filled with apprehension about the unknown and eager anticipation. Their footsteps echoed in the vast hall, each step seemingly tracing the pulse of time, until a familiar, warm light came into view—the Lord of the Sun stood before the hall, welcoming them with an indescribable gentle power.
Xingjun's smile, like the first rays of sunlight, pierced through the haze in their hearts, dispelling the anxiety and uneasiness that had accumulated over the past few days due to Lu Chenguang's incident. His smile was filled with the kindness of an elder and the wisdom of a man who saw through the world, making people want to confide in him.
"Isn't this the Chongming bird that lives in the underworld? Little Chuchu, tell me, what do you want from me?"
Chu Chu didn't know that her true form was the Chongming bird. She often entered her own sea of consciousness, but had never seen her true form.
There was no time to ask that question. Lu Chenguang's matter was more important. She slowly pleaded, "I've come here to ask for a favor. You must have heard about the injustice done to the Demon Lord Lu Chenguang. He was a righteous man, but he was framed and imprisoned in Purgatory on false charges, suffering untold torture. As his friend, I cannot sit idly by. I must redress his injustice and find a way to save him."
Upon hearing this, the Maori Star Lord's expression grew solemn. He gently stroked his long beard, seemingly weighing every word. "Xiao Chuchu, I understand your determination, but this matter is of no small importance. The matter of the Demon Lord is no longer a simple matter of right and wrong; it involves the balance of the six realms and the majesty of the Emperor. Saving him would be tantamount to defying Heaven, and the risks are immense. You can imagine."
Chu Chu heard this, a hint of determination flashed in her eyes. "Xingjun is absolutely right, but I'm mentally prepared. I know this road will be full of thorns, but as you can see, I'm not fighting alone. More importantly, I possess the power of the core of the Liuhe Qiankun Formation. This is my greatest reliance, and the trump card I'm most reluctant to use lightly. I believe that as long as we work together, we will always find a way out."
Maori Xingjun sighed softly, his eyes filled with both praise and worry. "I admire your courage and determination. But you must understand that even if you are the Princess of the Underworld, you cannot easily become an enemy of the Emperor. Moreover, the Hades is the key to Purgatory. And how can you convince the Hades to risk offending the Emperor by releasing a condemned Demon Lord?"
Chuchu's heart burned with anxiety. She took a deep breath and bowed deeply to the Maori Star Lord once again, her tone filled with unquestionable determination. "Star Lord, I know that you are not only knowledgeable and experienced in this vast celestial realm, but also have a heart of compassion and a pursuit of justice. You use the stars as your companions and use demons to defend the truth. You are a beacon in the hearts of countless beings. Today, the world is in chaos and the truth is buried. It is time for us to stand up and redress the innocent. Please tell me how."
Looking up, her eyes gleamed with a resoluteness and trust that could not be denied. "Star Lord, although I, Chuchu, am a mere mortal, I also know the weight of responsibility. Don't worry, I will never let you fall into any difficulties because of me. You only need to tell me the method, and the road ahead, no matter how difficult, I will walk it alone. Today, I am here, facing the heavens and the earth, and you, and I swear an oath: no matter what the outcome, I will bear it alone, and will never let anyone be implicated because of me. If the Emperor asks about it in the future, I will bear all responsibilities and consequences with all my strength, and I will never back down."
Upon hearing this, a complex expression crossed Mao Ri Xingjun's face, a mixture of approval for Chu Chu's determination and concern for the unknown risks. He sighed softly and said slowly, "Little Chu Chu, well, since you're so insistent, I'll tell you a possible solution, but please proceed with caution."
"The Demon Lord is no simple demon. He is Rong Lin, the Heavenly Lord from ten thousand years ago. His true form is a noble and powerful Qilin beast. Although he strayed into the devil's path and was imprisoned in Purgatory, his true form has not perished. The Qilin, a divine beast, has possessed the ability to call upon the Six Paths of Heavenly Thunder since ancient times, one of the purest forces in the universe. If we can recover his true form and return it to its rightful place, perhaps we can use this power to break through Purgatory's numerous blockades."
"It's difficult. First, to enter Purgatory, you must obtain permission from Hades or find Youlan, the guardian of the underworld. She holds a token that can open the gates of Purgatory. But the problem is that Purgatory not only imprisons the Demon Lord, but also countless vicious ghosts and spirits. If the seal is loosened and these evil spirits are released, the six realms will be plunged into unprecedented catastrophe."
Chuchu nodded, "Xingjun, this is the only way, right? Unless my father is willing to release the Demon Lord? However, I want to know, if his true form is summoned, what will happen in the end? Will he return to the Qilin clan?"
While Xingjun was still pondering, Tianyi said, "As far as I know, there is a secret method in ancient times that can control a powerful god and make him temporarily lose his soul and mind. Xingjun, do you know this method?"
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