Chapter 139

Qi received a transmission from the starry sky, and also sensed everything that had happened in Qujiang, unable to help but sigh:

"The cause of former days, the fruit of later generations; I prosper because of it, and I perish because of it."

"I only hope that I alone bear the cost; do not involve anything else."

Qi did not know why he felt such a sigh, but he seemed to sense something in his heart; he quietly gazed into the sky, feeling the fortune descending from the sun star.

Qilin Han Yu - Qilin's cold rain

Hongjun also sensed the changes in the starry sky; as long as one is in the Primordial Wasteland, most abnormalities will be perceived by the Fortune Jade Disc.

Just lacking a few glances, he again turned his gaze toward Qujiang, after a slight satisfied nod, he muttered to himself:

"This humble daoist is not one who breaks promises; since you have completed what this humble daoist entrusted, this humble daoist will naturally not let anyone notice the change of fortune in the starry sky."

"However, your position is special, so you should also sense something; I just don't know if you still find it worthwhile now. Though this humble daoist's cause and effect is good, it is not easily taken."

Hongjun extended his hand and summoned; a plain white banner spiritual treasure appeared, covered with countless auspicious clouds, as if flowing upon the banner.

Flower Stone Mountain - Flower Stone Mountain

To the naked eye, the heavenly canopy and the starry sky seemed unchanged, yet everything between them had been completely separated.

Unless Hongjun is willing, or someone ventures deep into the starry sky, any investigation will yield only illusion.

After completing these, Hongjun then turned his gaze westward and said:

"Luohou, now that I have placed my stone, I don't know how you will respond."

"The two share a tacit understanding that seems to exist and not exist at the same time, possibly because their goals are aligned, so they understand each other best."

"Mount Sumeru."

"Luohou also noticed the conflict between the Dragon and Qilin clans; after the divine light swept over, he couldn't help but feel doubtful, and said:"

"\"This time Hongjun acted so swiftly; usually it's me who strikes first, then he moves, and then he dumps the blame on me, right? \""

"\"Why no patience this time, not waiting for me to act first? \""

"Luohou pondered for a moment, then spoke thoughtfully:"

"\"It seems there is someone acting in his stead, and even if problems arise they won't implicate him; otherwise, given his style, he wouldn't do this. \""

"\"But never mind; since it won't involve him, dragging it on is pointless, and I don't care about those reputations. \""

"Luohou's reputation is now so poor; although partly due to his own actions, most of it stems from his bad deeds being publicized by Hongjun."

"Otherwise, most of these things would be impossible for outsiders to notice; it's just that Hongjun's reputation is too upright, while his is somewhat tarnished, so others don't believe what he exposes."

"He reached out and plucked from the air; a tattered phoenix feather appeared in Luohou's hand."

"This is the same feather he had previously plucked from the Fortune Phoenix, but after being used by the World-Ending Grindstone, it became much more tattered."

"Luohou stepped forward, his figure vanishing within Mount Sumeru; the next time they met, he had arrived at a place on the border between the Dragon and Qilin clans in Bei Fang."

"Flower Stone Mountain."

"This mountain now lies on the Dragon clan's border, yet it is territory of the Qilin clan; the guardian here is the Seventeenth Son of the Primordial Qilin, Qilin Han Yu."

"At that moment he was in the main hall, pondering how the Mist Mountain incident had rapidly worsened the border tensions between the two sides; before he could react, a figure appeared beside him."

"He was still thinking quietly when his body suddenly ached and he collapsed; only then did he sense something abnormal, wanting to lift his head to see who it was, but he was unable."

"All he could see was the lotus embroidered at the hem of the black robe; as the figure approached, his consciousness sank and his true spirit dissipated."

"\"Just this one seems a bit too thin; I'm afraid we'll have to go back and forth a few more times. \""

"Luohou smeared a faint trace of Phoenix qi onto his wound, then covered it with Dragon qi from above."

"After repeating this several times, his form dissipated once more; the next time they met, it was again at a border between the Dragon and Qilin clans."

"After exhausting the Phoenix fortune in his hand, Luohou returned to Mount Sumeru, gazing at the rising sun in the sky as dew continually refracted the light, giving Mount Sumeru endless brilliance."

"Despite such scenery, Luohou snorted and said:"

"\"What a beautiful view, a pity it's heartless and boring. \""

"\"However, a Da Luo Golden Immortal plus seven Taiyi Golden Immortals are enough to add color. \""

"\"However, the Eastern Netherworld Qi is now exhausted; this Qilin ally is of little use anymore, so let them die. \""

"Hardly had he finished speaking when a cold morning wind swept in, making the Bodhi tree shiver and a few yellow leaves flutter down."

"Luohou watched the scene, hesitated for a moment, but still turned back into his cave abode, pretending he hadn't seen it."

"Kunlun Mountain."

"The Primordial Qilin flew into a rage; in a short time the Qilin clan suffered heavy losses, all occurring at the border with the Dragon clan."

"Everyone suspected it was retaliation by the Dragon clan, after all they had sufficient motive and strength."

"They ruled out an individual perpetrator, given that spanning the eastern, western, and northern continents, someone with such power is rare in the Primordial Wasteland."

"In the Primordial Qilin's furious investigation, the massive Qilin clan finally revealed its true strength."

"Over thirty Da Luo Golden Immortals rushed to the Dragon clan's border, and the clash between the two sides was imminent."

"Yet at this critical juncture, news came of a turning point: someone discovered Phoenix clan aura on his wound."

"This eased tensions somewhat, but the fighting did not cease; faintly, scales and beasts showed a posture of being unable to coexist."

"This discovery also dragged the previously spectating Phoenix clan into the fray, making the whole Primordial Wasteland's atmosphere eerie."

"The Dragon clan denies that the Qilin clan's misfortune is their doing, and claims they will investigate the responsibility of the Fire Qilin."

"The Phoenix clan likewise scolded the Qilin clan for having gone mad, wildly biting, and warned them to be careful not to break their teeth."

"Finally, the Primordial Qilin stepped forward and clashed with Yuan Feng, after which the beings of the Primordial Wasteland could determine who the culprit was."

"Many speculated that the Phoenix clan sought to provoke conflict between the Dragon and Qilin clans, then sit back and reap the benefits, dominating the Primordial Wasteland alone."

"Nan Fang Continent, beneath the parasol tree."

"\"Phoenix, are you alright? \""

"Yuan Huang asked with a hint of worry:"

"\"It's fine; although he is strong, I am not someone to be taken lightly. \""

Yuan Feng's voice was full of confidence; in the battle between the two, he indeed hadn't suffered any loss, neither side dared to let loose, so naturally there would be no major hindrance.

Suddenly, Yuan Feng seemed to think of something, and said fiercely:

"If I find out who is framing me, I will skin him alive!"

Yuan Huang beside him also agreed, speaking in a similar tone:

"This thief truly deserves death!"

Rahu, far away on Mount Sumeru, seemed to sense something, slightly furrowed his brow, and thought:

"How could I suddenly feel this malice? It seems I should go out less lately."

(End of chapter)