Upon hearing this, the Star Lord frowned, and his deep eyes seemed to contain the mysteries of the sea of stars, and seemed to be weighing endless pros and cons.
He spoke slowly, his voice low and magnetic, "Little girl, I have indeed heard of the secret method you speak of. It is a forbidden technique called 'Soul Locking Heart Forbidden', which can temporarily bind a powerful soul, causing it to lose its independent consciousness and become a tool in the hands of the executor. However, this method goes against the laws of heaven and reincarnation. Once used, it will not only cause irreversible harm to the person being cast, but may also cause chaos and disaster in heaven and earth."
At this point, Xingjun paused, his gaze sweeping across the crowd before finally resting on Chuchu's expectant yet slightly childish face. He sighed softly and continued, "More importantly, this method requires the caster's immense cultivation and even their vitality. A single mistake could result in the caster's own demise. Furthermore, even if the spell is successful, who can guarantee that after the seal is lifted and the Demon Lord's true form is awakened, he will retain his former self, or become a completely manipulated puppet? The risks involved are simply too great."
Tian Yi's eyes flickered slightly upon hearing this, as if he was weighing Xingjun's words. But then he said firmly, "Xingjun, we don't intend to use this method lightly. We only consider it as a last resort. If we can truly cause the Demon Lord to temporarily lose control and utilize the power of his Qilin beast to break through Purgatory, perhaps we can save the six realms from the dire situation. As for what happens next, we will naturally seek other ways to restore his sanity, or find other more reliable solutions."
After hearing this, Chu Chu eagerly interjected, "Yes, Star Lord, my father has always taught me that as a member of the God Clan, we have a responsibility to protect the peace of the six realms. Although the Demon Lord has strayed into the devil's way, he is originally a Qilin divine beast. If his power could be used for good, wouldn't it be a great blessing? Please, Star Lord, guide us and tell us how to rescue the Demon Lord without causing a greater disaster."
The Star Lord was silent for a long time. Finally, he slowly shook his head, his tone filled with helplessness and determination. "Chu Chu, Tian Yi, I understand your feelings, but some things can't be accomplished with passion alone. This method is too dangerous. If it gets out of control, the consequences will be unimaginable. As the Star Lord who protects the peace of the six realms, I cannot let you take such a risk."
He paused, his gaze softening and penetrating. "Although I cannot directly teach you how to use that forbidden technique, I can guide you to seek other possible solutions. Perhaps, in ancient texts, secret realms, or other powerful beings, we may be able to find a more gentle yet effective method."
The Treasure House is a place where the heavens use to store countless rare treasures and ancient artifacts. It is guarded by heavenly soldiers and generals in turns, and a powerful barrier has been set up. Any disturbance will lead to the encirclement and suppression.
If the gods in heaven want to enter, they must obtain the consent of the Heavenly King, or have the three tokens.
The official position of the Pleiades Star Lord is low, and he does not have such a token.
So she started to feel troubled again. Chuchu sighed, "Xingjun, just tell me, who has such a token?"
Pleiades Star Lord looked embarrassed and sighed again, as if he felt a little guilty for not being able to directly help Chuchu and the others.
"Chu Chu, what you're asking is truly a headache. Regarding the token, the situation is just as I mentioned earlier. The Crown Prince and the Emperor each have one, and the last one originally belonged to Lingxi Jun of the Chongming Bird Clan. However, he disappeared for a thousand years, leaving no trace."
After hearing this, Chu Chu frowned, with a hint of helplessness in her tone: "It seems that this way is not feasible. What should we do then? We can't just give up like this, right?"
Qingtian, standing by, had clearly lost his patience. He rudely interrupted the conversation, "Xingjun, are you kidding us? You've been talking for so long, but it's all useless!"
Chuchu, however, seemed calmer. She sat directly on the Star Lord's chair, facing the Pleiades Star Lord, and asked earnestly, "Alright, let's not talk about the token anymore. Star Lord, you mentioned the Chongming Bird earlier and said I was related to it. What's going on? Why have I never seen my true form? You need to give me an explanation."
"Because of the demonic energy, and also because of my grandmother's biological father."
"What do you mean, my biological father is a demon?"
Upon hearing this, a complex emotion flashed across Pleiades Star Lord's brow. He sighed softly, as if organizing his thoughts so that he could unravel this ancient and secret story. He explained, "Chu Chu, you misunderstood. I'm not saying your biological father is a demon. In fact, it's because you possess a special power that can counteract demonic energy. This power reminds me of the Chongming Bird—a legendary divine bird that can purify evil and protect light. Because I can clearly see your true self, when you come to the heavens, most gods will be able to see your true form."
He paused, then continued, "As for why you've never seen your true form, that's a complicated question indeed. Perhaps it's because the power within you hasn't fully awakened, or perhaps it's because some external seal is protecting you from prematurely exposing you to danger."
Chuchu frowned upon hearing this, but the doubt in her eyes gradually transformed into determination. She took a deep breath and said, "I understand, Xingjun. Regardless of my background, I will find a way to enter the Treasure House."
The Pleiades Star Lord continued, "Although I cannot give you the token directly, I can tell you some legends and secrets about the Chongming Bird and the Treasure House. Perhaps this information will be helpful to you."
Chuchu wanted to listen, "Xingjun, since it's still early, please tell me about it..."
"In ancient legends, the Chongming Bird is not only a messenger of light, but also inextricably linked to the Treasure House. It's said that the Treasure House wasn't originally built to store treasure, but to protect a divine artifact capable of balancing heaven and earth and suppressing demonic energy. And that artifact is the key to the Chongming Bird's bloodline."
"Ten thousand years ago, before the Demon Lord fell into the devil's way, he was the wisest of the Celestial Realms, fully aware of the need for a balance of power. To prevent the rampant spread of demonic energy, he sought out the Chongming Bird Clan and formed a deep alliance with them, also protecting the artifact. At the same time, he gifted it to Lingxi Lord as a symbol of trust and cooperation between the two clans."
"However, with the fall of the Demon Lord, everything changed. The artifact's whereabouts are unknown, the Treasure House has been redefined as a treasure trove, and the token has become the indispensable key to entry. As for Lingxi Lord, it is said that he sacrificed himself to protect the artifact and his people during that catastrophe, using his own power to set up numerous seals, both to prevent the invasion of demonic energy and to prevent the artifact from falling into the hands of the wicked."
"As for you, Chuchu, why you are believed to be connected to the Chongming Bird? Perhaps this is fate. Your appearance may be precisely to solve this ancient mystery, recover the lost artifact, and restore the balance of heaven and earth. Although you have never seen your true self, please believe that the blood flowing in your body and your dedication to justice are your most precious treasures."
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