Chapter 133: Heartbreaking News
After the disciples left, Yu Linglong continued, "Dragon bones are the key to forming a dragon body. Although you and I have obtained the dragon soul and nurtured it with essence, we can only activate the dragon energy and utilize its power."
Xiaoyao Lang: "So, even if a true dragon appears in the world, it's no more noble than our human race!"
Yu Linglong: "Naturally, although the dragon race has extraordinary talents, their lifespan is short and they are often ravaged by the heavens. In order to avoid the heavenly tribulation, they must cultivate into human form and be able to appear in the world for a few months. Otherwise, once they appear in the world, they will surely suffer the heavenly tribulation."
Upon hearing this, Xiaoyao Lang hurriedly asked, "Did your actions just now put you in danger?"
Yu Linglong shook her head and said, "No, I am a human. I just formed the dragon's energy and borrowed its power. It was nourished by my essence and recognized me as its master."
Xiaoyao Lang smiled and said, "That's good. As long as it doesn't harm you, I'm relieved!"
The Jade Linglong means: "Dragon energy itself is entirely beneficial and harmless. It can not only protect the inner essence, but also transform into armor for one's own use."
After pondering for a moment, Xiaoyao Lang said calmly, "So, I myself can also unleash dragon energy?"
Yu Linglong: "Of course you can, but with your current abilities, you can't yet form dragon energy!"
Xiaoyao Lang: "Why is that?"
Yu Linglong: "To utilize dragon energy, one needs not only the activation of internal energy cultivation techniques but also sufficient internal force to form it, and you have neither. Therefore, what is currently in your body is only the dragon soul, not dragon energy."
Xiaoyao Lang: "I see. And you just mentioned that dragons need to cultivate into human form to avoid heavenly tribulations and survive for a long time. What direct relationship does this have with our human race?"
Yu Linglong patiently explained, "The four races of dragons, foxes, phoenixes, and unicorns originally belonged to the lineage of elves. However, because they possess natural comprehension, many have attained enlightenment, and their bloodlines are inherently noble, they are not comparable to other elves. Thus, they broke away from the elf lineage and formed their own races. The human race, on the other hand, has existed since the beginning of time. Although they are not as noble as the dragon race, they have achieved enlightenment earlier than the dragon race."
Xiaoyao Lang: "Linglong, now that we've come this far, I have an idea. But you can't laugh at me for saying it!"
Yu Linglong: "Since you have something on your mind, Yu Lang, why not share it?"
Xiaoyao Lang: "As you said, the dragon race is formed from dragon bones, dragon spirits, and dragon energy. By cultivating into human form, they can survive tribulations and exist in the world for a long time. Can our human race also have such a cultivation?"
Upon hearing this, Yu Linglong smiled and said, "No one has a better understanding than Yu Lang. You grasped it immediately, and you have not wasted my careful explanation!"
Xiaoyao Lang asked in surprise, "So, you thought of this all along?"
Yu Linglong nodded and said, "That's right! Humans can control all three of the three elements: bone, spirit, and qi, but their lifespan is only a few hundred years. Observing the cultivators throughout history, one can guess that qi is the key to determining lifespan!"
Xiaoyao Lang nodded in agreement, saying, "Linglong, you are absolutely right. I had the same thought."
Yu Linglong said calmly, "But the ultimate realm of Qi is unimaginable. I have now reached the Saintly level, and I can travel across thousands of miles of mountains and rivers in an instant, but I still cannot break through to the realm beyond the borders."
Xiaoyao Lang listened with a puzzled expression, frowned and muttered, "What is the realm beyond the borders?"
Yu Linglong smiled and said, "This matter is currently a secret of heaven, and I cannot tell you! But I believe that as long as you can see through the illusions of the mortal world, you will definitely be able to understand its profound meaning."
Xiaoyao Lang nodded and said, "That's true. Everyone's 'spirit' is different, and no one can comprehend all the laws of the world."
Upon hearing Xiaoyao Lang's words, Yu Linglong looked at him with admiration but said nothing more.
Just then, two female disciples arrived. They bowed respectfully and said, "Reporting to the Palace Master, news has arrived from the Southern Ocean Continent: Lord Yi Yunke of Longyang City has been killed by Ouyang Fanhuang..."
"What?" Xiaoyao Lang exclaimed in surprise, immediately stepping forward to ask, "When did this happen? Is the news reliable?" He was unusually agitated when he asked.
The female disciple cupped her hands and replied, "Young Master Xiaoyao, this happened last month, and the information is absolutely reliable."
Xiaoyao Lang felt a chill run down his spine. His eyes flickered, and he shook his head, muttering, "Impossible...impossible! I only left Longyang City last month! Besides, Lord Yi's martial arts are unparalleled, how could he die so easily?!" He roared at the two of them.
Seeing Xiaoyao Lang's indignation, the two exchanged a glance, then looked at Yu Linglong. The other female disciple said, "The news of Lord Yi's death is absolutely true. Ouyang Fanhuang has taken over Longyang City and is recruiting soldiers everywhere."
Knowing the matter was settled, Xiaoyao Lang quickly regained his composure and, forcing himself to calm down, asked, "Is there any news about Yi Qingxue and Yi Mingzhao? Those are the children of City Lord Yi. Is there any news about them?" His voice was filled with both anxiety and anticipation.
“This…” The female disciple paused, then shook her head.
Yu Linglong said, "You may leave now. If there is any new news from Southeast Asia, please report it to me immediately."
"Yes!" the two replied simultaneously, bowing respectfully as they withdrew.
"Yulang, you seem very saddened by Yi Yunke's death?" Yu Linglong asked with concern.
Xiaoyao Lang choked back tears, saying, "Linglong, Qingxue and the others are in danger. I must return to Longyang City immediately." He then lowered his head.
Yu Linglong's gaze flickered for a moment upon hearing this, and she asked softly, "Do I really have to go?"
With a resolute look in his eyes, Xiaoyao Lang declared, "I have been orphaned since childhood and have been raised thanks to the care of Lord Yi. Now that he has been brutally murdered, and his children's safety is unknown, how can I stand idly by? A man should uphold justice and righteousness. I, Xiaoyao Lang, owe the Yi family too much, and this journey is my duty." Having said this, he turned to leave.
Yu Linglong immediately said coldly, "Xiaoyao Lang, if you leave today, don't even think about seeing me again for the rest of your life." Her tone was chillingly cold, and this was the first time she had spoken to Xiaoyao Lang in such an attitude.
Upon hearing this, Xiaoyao Lang stopped and slowly turned around, saying, "I have feelings in my heart, but I also have a sense of righteousness. Xiaoyao Lang's love for Yu Linglong will never change, and Xiaoyao Lang will never forget the kindness and righteousness in his heart." After saying this, he immediately strode away.
Upon hearing this, Yu Linglong immediately looked up and took a deep breath. As she lowered her eyes, two lines of tears slid down her cheeks. She said, "Xiaoyao Lang, are you still bound by worldly ties and unable to escape worldly tribulations?"
Xiaoyao Lang arrived at Yu Linglong's room, quickly packed his belongings, picked up the Wu Can Sword, and headed towards Yingfeng Terrace.
Dongxue rushed over and asked, "Young Master Xiaoyao, where are you going?"
Xiaoyao Lang puffed out his cheeks and replied softly, "Farewell. Please take good care of Linglong for me." With that, he turned and flew towards the suspended rope.
"Sigh..." Before Dongxue could respond, Xiaoyao Lang's figure had already disappeared into the clouds.
"Let him go. The cause and effect of the mortal world are predetermined, and no one can force it," Yu Linglong said leisurely from behind.
"Yes!" Dongxue gazed at the swirling clouds above the windward platform, a mix of emotions and worry welling up within her...
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