Yan tightly gripped the Fire God Sword in his hand, feeling the surging and immense power within it. His heart was filled with both awe and reverence.
This was not just a weapon it was the inheritance of the Fire God's will, a recognition and reward for his soul and determination.
A gentle yet solemn voice echoed in Yan's ear:
"Your growth has exceeded my expectations. Remember, true strength does not lie in the power of the weapon, but in the wielder's state of mind."
As the Fire God's voice faded away, the surrounding environment began to change. The space, once scorching like a purgatory, gradually became gentle.
At this moment, a beam of light burst from the Fire God Sword, instantly illuminating the entire space.
Yan felt his vision blur, and when the light faded, he had already returned to reality.
The Fire God Sword merged into his right arm, becoming a part of his body.
He had successfully passed the fifth trial, which had taken a full four months.
Although he endured tremendous pressure every single day, making each day feel like a year, it was all worth it.
Having obtained the Fire God's divine weapon, Yan's strength took yet another leap forward. This meant he had officially gained the power of the Fire God.
At this moment, Shui Bing'er and Ye Lingling were undergoing their own trials in the Water God's secret realm.
Yan began working on his next plan to locate and slay the million-year soul beast, the Deep Sea Demon Whale King.
Meanwhile, on the other side, in Star Luo City.
The peace agreement made with the Martial Soul Empress Qian Renxue, which called for a one-year ceasefire, was about to expire. The Star Luo Emperor and his ministers were all extremely uneasy.
They knew that once the agreement ended, Qian Renxue would once again launch an attack against the Star Luo Empire.
By then, there would only be two paths before them either choose to fight or continue ceding territory in exchange for a brief peace and the empire's prolonged survival.
In recent days, the pro-war and pro-peace factions had been quarreling nonstop.
The Star Luo Emperor understood clearly that with their current strength, they stood no chance against the Spirit Empire led by Qian Renxue.
The strength of the Clear Sky Sect was no longer what it once was.
Of the five elders who descended the mountain back then, four had already died, leaving only Tang Xiao and one other elder.
A year ago, Tang Xiao had been seriously injured by Yan, suffering a permanent wound that still hadn't healed completely.
Although Ning Fengzhi was also working hard to restore the sect to its former glory, under the Spirit Hall's oppressive threat, they still fell far short of expectations, and could only rely on Sword and Bone Douluo to prop up the sect.
Due to a clear clause in the agreement forbidding the private manufacturing of high-powered hidden weapons like the Zhuge Godly Crossbow, the Star Luo Empire was even more passive.
Over the past year, the army had done nothing but train desperately, making no other progress.
In stark contrast, under Qian Renxue's leadership, the Spirit Empire had grown increasingly powerful. Unifying the Douluo Continent seemed inevitable.
On this day, Yu Xiaogang received a mysterious letter.
After reading its contents, he couldn't calm down for a long time, so he summoned Flender.
"Flender, Bibi Dong sent me a letter. She wants to meet, saying there's something important to discuss."
"What?! That vicious woman actually dares to write to you?! Hasn't she hurt us enough?!"
Upon learning that the letter was from Bibi Dong, Flender flew into a rage, gnashing his teeth in anger.
Yu Xiaogang was also furious. The extermination of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was all thanks to Bibi Dong.
However, he still maintained his composure and did not let his anger cloud his judgment.
He suspected that Bibi Dong contacting him at such a sensitive time must have a special purpose.
He sensed a trace of opportunity from it perhaps he could use Bibi Dong.
"Flender, I know you're angry. I'm angry too. But for us, this might be a chance to make use of Bibi Dong."
"What do you mean?"
Yu Xiaogang paused, then continued analyzing:
"According to reports from our scouts, Yan has not been in the Spirit Empire this past year, nor in Spirit City. Why did he suddenly disappear? There may be a secret behind it perhaps Bibi Dong knows something. Also, I've always felt that Qian Renxue and Bibi Dong aren't on the same side. Maybe we can take advantage of that."
"Then you're going to meet her?"
"Yes. She asked me to meet her in Spirit Hall City."
"Spirit Hall City?! Do you think that's a place you can just walk into? What exactly is she planning?!"
Flender once again became agitated.
"Flender, calm down first. The meeting place she agreed upon is on the outskirts of Spirit Hall City. If she really intended to harm me, she wouldn't need to go through all this trouble."
Thinking of the place where he and Bibi Dong had once pledged their love, a wave of complex emotions surged in Yu Xiaogang's heart.
Though today's Bibi Dong was cruel and malicious a woman he had sworn to kill—he still retained in his heart the memory of her pure and innocent former self.
"Xiaogang, then I'll go with you."
"Alright. Perhaps this time, we can save the empire from peril."
After that, the two secretly set off for Spirit Hall City.
Dozens of days later, Yu Xiaogang arrived at a lake on the outskirts of Spirit Hall City. This was where he and Bibi Dong used to frequently meet.
"Xiaogang, you've come."
A gentle voice sounded from behind Yu Xiaogang.
The speaker was none other than Bibi Dong.
A year ago, she had been forced by Yan into self-detonating her body. After a period of recuperation and cultivation, she had now fully recovered.
Yu Xiaogang turned to look at Bibi Dong, a trace of complicated emotion flickering in his eyes.
At this moment, Bibi Dong looked especially gentle, with none of the majesty befitting the Supreme Pontiff.
Facing this woman who had destroyed his clan, the woman he had long wanted to kill with his own hands, his heart suddenly softened.
In a moment of daze, Yu Xiaogang's gaze suddenly turned sharp, and he shouted angrily:
"Bibi Dong, what is the real reason you asked me here?!"
"Xiaogang, even in this special place, are you still so heartless toward me?"
"Bibi Dong, just look at what you've done! The Spirit Hall wiped out my clan, killed my students, my lover, and my friends do you still expect me to remember the past and show mercy?!"
"Xiaogang, I did all of this for you. Those who once hurt and humiliated you they all deserved to die!"
"You… you're completely irrational! You've gone utterly insane!"
Seeing Bibi Dong's eyes filled with tears, Yu Xiaogang tried his best to suppress the fury within his heart, believing it to be nothing more than an excuse from her.
After calming his emotions, Bibi Dong continued:
"Xiaogang, do you still not understand my painstaking efforts? The power of the Spirit Hall grows stronger by the day. The Star Luo Empire has no ability to resist; its destruction is only a matter of time. Come back to me. Only I can protect you."
"Even if I die on the battlefield, I don't need your protection!"
"Xiaogang, why are you so stubborn? If Yan wants to kill you, even I, in my current state, might not be able to stop him."
Hearing this, Yu Xiaogang was suddenly startled.
"What did you say? Is he really that powerful?"
Bibi Dong nodded slightly, a hint of viciousness flashing in her eyes.
"Of course! Yan's strength has already far exceeded anything you all can imagine."
Yu Xiaogang froze, then seized the chance to ask:
"From what I know, Yan hasn't been in the Spirit Empire or Spirit City this past year. Was he perhaps carrying out some special mission?"
Bibi Dong shook her head.
"I don't know either. His whereabouts are unpredictable he's impossible to grasp. If I see him again, I will definitely kill him!"
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