Chapter 81 Chapter 81 “If it were me who was sick today…
Yanzhan represents water, and Jimin represents earth.
There is another very important reason why they were chosen as immortal officials to guard Wu Ri Abyss.
That is, after the thunder tribulation, a lot of heavenly fires will appear in the entire Wanlei Mountain that cannot be extinguished naturally, and it will require water-based immortals to cast spells to extinguish them.
The earth-type celestial beings are responsible for the stabilization and repair of some rock fractures.
Only if Wanlei Mountain remains safe and sound can Wu Riyuan maintain its normal state and avoid a situation where the mountain collapses and the God of Sin escapes.
Similarly, the occasional lightning and fire that appear due to the instability of the force field are also within Yan Zhan's responsibility.
Yan Zhan was used to doing these little things, and he finished muttering to himself, but his movements were calm and unhurried.
He walked to the exploded Jilei Rock, pinched his fingers with one hand, and a cold ice-blue immortal power poured out like a waterfall.
The sky fire still wanted to resist stubbornly, but after a few dozen breaths, it became smaller and smaller under Yan Zhan's suppression until it was completely extinguished.
Jiu Zhao seized the opportunity, flew down first, and ignited the second strand of immortal power.
boom!
There was another deafening sound.
Yan Zhan's relaxed face froze for a moment, he rolled his eyes slightly, and followed without any doubt.
Explosion, extinguish.
Extinguish, explode.
After repeating this three or five times, he was led to the foot of the mountain by Jiu Zhao.
Immortal power flows on the dark and dry earth.
Wherever it goes, it neutralizes the heat of the heavenly fire and spreads a cool and warm dew.
Just as Jiu Zhao was delighted that his plan was going so smoothly, as if even the Ancestral Goddess was helping him, the seemingly lazy and slow-witted immortal officer on duty paused the flow of immortal energy, his eyes alert as he whispered to himself, "I've been guarding here for nearly ten thousand years, and I've never seen such frequent bursts of heavenly fire when thunder punishment isn't coming—could there be something unusual going on?"
After saying this, he condensed a trace of immortal power with his backhand, probed into the heavenly fire, and sensed the source of the power.
Things took an unexpected turn, and Jiu Zhao's heart was frightened by his sudden serious expression, hanging in his throat.
She reviewed every step she had taken before: as the only remaining phoenix in the Three Pure Ones Heaven, it could be said that when she released her immortal power, the aura that was far more surging and burning than that of ordinary fire immortals was the most intuitive symbol of her identity as a goddess.
Taking this into consideration, she had done her best to erase all of it while burying her immortal power in the Thunder Rock. Yan Zhan was a Celestial Immortal like her, and even though he had been in office for many years longer than her, he wouldn't be able to see at a glance that the ignition of the Heavenly Fire was man-made.
But then again, it's better to be safe than sorry -
The more tense the moment, the more terrible what-ifs flood into your mind.
Jiu Zhao stared at Yan Zhan who was analyzing with his eyes closed, and thought to himself, no matter what, everyone has to take responsibility for their own actions. If Yan Zhan really found something wrong, he would show up and fight with him, and at the same time, he would protect Ying Luo's safe retreat in Wu Ri Yuan.
While she was thinking, she bent her fingertips halfway, about to summon the divine whip in advance.
Yan Zhan suddenly opened his eyes.
“It seems like there’s nothing different.”
He scratched his head, his vision wavering in confusion. "On the eve of the thunder punishment, the thunder energy accumulated in the Thunder Rock is attracted by the thunderclouds and is ready to move. The lightning and fire bursts more frequently. This is normal. The God of Mount Yi once said this... What am I thinking? Who would come to this remote place to cause trouble? Staying with that old fogey Ji Min, have I also been assimilated?
"Forget it. I have no evidence. If I bring this up with Ji Min, I might just get ridiculed.
"I'm too lazy to go!"
After Wu Shao's rebellion failed and was suppressed, Wu Riyuan ushered in ten thousand years of peace.
Even if there are occasional frictions between the Three Pure Heavens and the Burning Sea, it will not disturb the unique tranquility here.
There's no sacrifice, no threat to life, but daily life is a bit hard. However, the resident immortals can be replaced every ten thousand years, so as long as you can endure the loneliness, you can make a big mark in the merit book when you return to the Three Pure Heavens.
Yan Zhan's term of office is about to end, and the long period of comfort has long worn away his alertness.
Jiu Zhao heard every word of his words.
As soon as the divine whip condensed into a shape, it quickly turned into fragments of light and disappeared.
She watched as Yan Zhan finished convincing herself, and his bent body straightened up. He hummed a little tune and was about to return to the mountainside.
But the time agreed with Yingluo had not yet arrived, and he had not left far enough.
Once the immortal power is injected into the Jilei Rock, it cannot be withdrawn.
Staying here is always a hidden danger.
Jiu Zhao gritted his teeth.
Detonate the remaining arrangements together.
Boom boom boom!
The continuous sky fire extended all the way to the foot of the mountain, and Yan Zhan finally became flustered.
He had no time to think about anything else and quickly turned around to go up the mountain.
“Although your negligence provided me with an opportunity to sneak into the Sunless Abyss.
"But you're guarding such an important place, yet you're so careless. You deserve to endure the pain of this chaotic firefighting!"
With a light sarcasm, Jiu Zhao folded his arms and fell on Yan Zhan's back, watching him run down the mountain groaning in pain.
…
A quarter of an hour later, Yingluo finally sent a secret message.
He told Jiu Zhao that the plan had succeeded, and that he had found out where Zhu Long was imprisoned. As they journeyed deeper into the Sunless Abyss, Ji Min clearly loathed Yan Zhan to the extreme, his face filled with disdain, unwilling to exchange even a single unnecessary word, yet he harbored no suspicion.
Although the incident was alarming, it was not dangerous.
As a result, Jiu Zhao also became optimistic about the upcoming Nine Heavens Thunder Punishment.
They returned to their nesting place and shared their harvest.
Jiu Zhao said happily, "Yan Zhan of your merman race is actually more alert than that wooden-headed Ji Min. Seeing the frequent eruptions of wildfires, he felt a momentary suspicion and channeled his immortal energy into investigating. However, I thought of this and concealed my phoenix aura in advance. He couldn't find anything, and he was unwilling to discuss it with Ji Min, so he had no choice but to walk into my trap."
With this kind of cleverness, there is no difference whether you have it or not.
Yingluo is a cautious and serious person, so naturally he can't stand Yanzhan's casual attitude.
He frowned, skipped the topic, and talked about his experiences in the Sunless Abyss: "The crimes of the sinful immortals ranged from light to heavy, and they were imprisoned in different prisons. Ji Min led me through five checkpoints in succession before arriving at the bottom where Zhulong and Wu Shao were imprisoned.
"The material used to build the prison comes from the West Sea. It's the Western Frost Iron, which is the strongest against fire.
"The prison is independent, with layers of restrictions outside. I haven't seen Wu Shao, but Zhulong is still alive. He has transformed into a dragon, with his neck and limbs locked with cold iron. When we went to check, he was curled up in a corner, motionless, and looked very weak.
"Your Highness is indeed as foresighted as a god."
Ying Luo had never been to Wu Ri Yuan. All the information he knew came from ancient books, and he had no idea about its internal structure.
He reported the news to Jiu Zhao, and thought about what Jiu Zhao had said two days ago about his own speculation about the imprisoned Zhulong. His face was full of confidence. Suddenly, a thought came to him: "Your Highness, have you been to Wuriyuan...?"
Jiu Zhao hesitated for a few breaths before revealing the truth, "Tens of thousands of years ago, on the Mother Goddess's birthday, Father God brought me here once. He took out his divine command and, just as he was entering the first level, suddenly stopped dead in his tracks. Less than a moment later, he said nothing and led me away.
"So even though I've been here, I don't have a very clear memory—
"I only know that those imprisoned are all bound in chains, and the Father's token can unlock all restrictions."
At this point, she raised her right hand, and a divine light condensed in her snow-white palm. "Coincidentally, when I was still very young, I thought the divine decree in Father God's hand, which could open any restriction, was very impressive. So I pestered him for three days and three nights, and coaxed him into making one for me."
The light dissipated, and a token engraved with the seal of Ziwei Palace and the title of God Emperor appeared in front of Yingluo.
Yingluo was silent.
He finally understood why Jiu Zhao was so determined to break into the Wu Ri Abyss and obtain the Jaw Pearl.
turn out to be.
Just like she said.
She could indeed accomplish this task on her own, but it would cost her more.
"So, Yingluo, I am very grateful to you for finding out the location where Zhulong is imprisoned for me, and I am also very grateful for everything you have done for me.
"Tomorrow is the day of the Thunder Punishment. You see, I'm already fully prepared. I have the divine order to unlock all restrictions, and I have the protection of my natal feathers that can offset one fatal blow. In fact, I don't need you to gamble your life and future to protect me. It's not too late for you to withdraw now."
Jiu Zhao once again admonished Ying Luo.
Ying Luo asked back: "No matter how well prepared Your Highness is, whether he will be injured or not, trespassing into the Sunless Abyss is a serious crime. This is Your Highness's last chance to turn back. Anyway, if you don't save Zhu Yan, he won't resent you. He is willing to die -
"Are you willing to stop here?"
This time, it was Jiu Zhao who remained silent.
A kind of stubbornness that Yingluo saw through but did not understand vaguely emerged on her face.
He didn't understand what Jiu Zhao was insisting on.
After all, she didn't love Zhu Yan that much.
She is a goddess, no matter in the past, present or future, as long as she gives an order——
Some people are willing to die for her.
Just because Zhu Yan has a little more love for her, does she have to die nine times in retaliation?
Thinking of this, Yingluo repeated: "You know my personality. This is one last chance. We can turn back together."
Jiu Zhao suddenly raised his drooping eyelids and looked at him intently.
Just when Yingluo thought she was persuaded, her expression flickered like a fire in the wilderness, and an unknown anger quickly erupted. "I don't understand. Even if I have no relationship with Zhu Yan, he has a gentle personality and outstanding talent. If he can survive well, he will definitely contribute to the Three Pure Heavens in the future. But Zhulong is a sinful god who will die sooner or later. Isn't it worth using him to save Zhu Yan?"
Yingluo was speechless.
He could only respond in the most businesslike manner: "Your Highness, this is a decree from Heaven.
"When a deity is thrown into the Sunless Abyss, it symbolizes their unforgivable sin. Since their sin is unforgivable, the prison gates will never be opened for the rest of their lives.
"...If it's opened illegally, no one can predict what kind of dire situation it will cause."
"Perhaps you are right."
Jiu Zhao's eyes were calm. "But what do you think Father God would do if it was me who got sick today?"
Without thinking too much, Ying Luo's face turned pale.
"See, you know the answer too."
Jiu Zhao raised the corners of his lips and smiled coldly, "When I make a mistake, the Heavenly Order can choose to ignore it. When Meng Chu makes a mistake, the Heavenly Order can condone and cover it up. Zhu Yan barely has a chance of survival, yet everyone says they must obey the Heavenly Order."
"Heaven's command, Heaven's command.
"The sacred and inviolable decree of Heaven—
She repeated it several times coldly.
"So I say, sometimes I really hate this damned decree that only targets the weak."
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