Chapter 994: Weng Falos 3.0 (40)

Oh…! I get it!

Fujiwara Chika slapped her thigh hard, springing up from the student council room sofa with a "thud": "I understand! That pink rabbit must have some special ability; it can sense the star core inside the celestial body, and it's heading straight for the star core!!"

Ishigami: "?"

Ishigami helplessly pressed his forehead, sighing that the secretary's thoughts were far too jumpy.

"Senior, would you listen to what you're saying? How could a native creature of Weng Falos know what a star core is? Moreover, if Heichi's origin is a disaster triggered by a star core, someone like Xing who bears a star core would likely be seen as Weng Falos's number‑one enemy, right?"

"And, senior, haven't you noticed? The ability this rabbit first displayed before the two pioneers… was almost identical to Oronis's prayer, but unlike Ti Bao and the others, this rabbit doesn't recite any complex incantations. So I can conclude that this pink rabbit is definitely linked to the Age Titan, likely a creature akin to a Titan's kin."

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"When you were asleep, I pondered some issues; the most troublesome right now is still the Weng Falos people's attitude toward the world beyond the heavens. In the short term, we probably can't get in touch with the train."

A cold bead of sweat slid down Xing's forehead: "…It won't also invite heavenly punishment, will it?"

Dan Heng nodded: "Yes. In the worst case, the entrance to Weng Falos is a one‑way gate—enterable but not exit‑able."

The two were discussing when Dan Heng's phone suddenly rang.

"Hmm? New message."

The sender was Bai E, who excitedly reported that Teacher Tian An had pinpointed Xuanfengcheng's location and wanted to invite the two to gather at Yunshi Heavenly Palace for mobilization.

The two gladly attended, and when they reached the Golden Descendants' bath near the pool, Bai E spotted them from afar and waved excitedly: "Here! You really came!"

Beside them, Wandi, seeing his excitement, let out a cold snort: "Really planning to hand destiny over to two strangers—whether that's madness or stupidity, I don't know."

"Maybe it's both. Wandi, you should make a few more friends too."

Aglaea stood on the high platform, announcing from above: "Heroes, please be quiet. Tian An brought news: after years, we have finally dispersed the mist surrounding Xuanfengcheng and confirmed its location."

"The long‑awaited moment for the Golden Descendants has finally arrived. The path ahead is clear: defeat the ferocious Spear of Heavenly Punishment Nicadoli, bring the spark of conflict back to Aohema, and add fuel to the miracle in the oracle."

"The mission is arduous; I must hear everyone's voice to decide the expedition's candidates. If any of you already have proposals, now is the time to declare them."

As soon as Aglaea finished speaking, Bai E stepped forward, volunteering: "I, Bai E of the Aili Secret Pavilion, am willing to go subjugate Nicadoli. Moreover, I wish to recommend two warriors from foreign lands—they will face Nicadoli's half‑body with me, and I have no doubt about their bravery."

Xing whispered into Dan Heng's ear: "Listening is dangerous; can we retract?"

——

Frilen, the doomed.

"It's time to let the Golden Descendants of Weng Falos feel the power of the Dragon Lord."

Hutark had already begun imagining the Golden Descendants' wide‑eyed, jaw‑dropping reaction after witnessing Dan Heng's strength. If they learned Dan Heng possessed such power, Aglaea's attitude toward them would probably flip dramatically, right?

"No, quite the opposite. He probably won't wield the Dragon Lord's power," Frilen said, expressionless, looking to the sky. "With both of them cut off from the train, the Dragon Lord's power is their biggest trump card on this journey, and Dan Heng can't use it lightly."

"Moreover, Aglaea's stance… once she knows the details, it's hard to say what else she might think. As long as the Fire Pursuit Journey can be completed, I doubt there's anything she can't accomplish."

Filien silently averted his gaze from the heavens and sighed lightly: "Alas, it feels this subjugation war is also full of scheming…"

"The only one truly trustworthy here is probably Bai E," Frilen said, looking at Aglaea's sculpted, expressionless face, "…but for some reason Aglaea seems to value Bai E greatly; the other Golden Descendants also call Bai E the 'Savior'. Could Bai E possess some unique qualities?"

In combat, Wandi is not beneath Bai E; in leadership and strategy, Demigod Aglaea also surpasses him. Yet why would even a Demigod willingly build a stage for Bai E? This perplexed Frilen greatly.

Could it be because they are the most normal‑looking among these Golden Descendants?

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"'Just lying in the bath palace doesn't count as pioneering,' Dan Heng reminded silently."

Wandi stepped forward: "I, Wandi of Xuanfengcheng, am willing to go. Nicadoli has been eroded by the Age, losing its pride. Yet its power remains great; to claim victory, we must mobilize the entire army."

Xia Die also added: "I am willing to accompany you. To escort dying souls and relieve your burdens…"

Aglaea nodded: "I agree with your view. Even though divinity has almost vanished, Nicadoli remains a formidable enemy. But I cannot stake all of your lives on a single battle."

"Now, the Hand of Gray Darkness is missing, the Eye of Dawn and Dusk still covets the earth; and Sethis and Oronis, though not yet showing hostility toward humanity, are equally not to be underestimated. Even with two Demigods guarding the Holy City, this gamble is too reckless. Therefore…"

Aglaea looked at the girl behind her: "Xia Die, you should stay in the city. The front line is not your place; the battlefield should be left to pure warriors."

"As for those two foreign warriors… pick one to accompany you, Bai E. Sending both distinguished guests to the front line is not what the host…"

Bai E agreed and, before everyone, praised Xing: "Xing excels at using various weapons; that flame spear has more than once thwarted enemy attacks. Both I and Wandi are even better at offense, so from a tactical standpoint…"

"Xing, what do you think?"

"My fortitude might not be enough."

Dan Heng softly reassured: "With the two of them, we should be able to finish quickly."

Bai E: "As long as Xing has no objections… Aglaea, then entrust the Titan‑hunting mission to the three of us."