[Damn, that's cool! Why does this feel way cooler than the movie version?]
[The Divine Foresight in the movie was so short, but this one's insanely cool!]
[Jing Yuan, my man, you're the love of my life—mwah!]
["Radiant spirit, heed my word. Show no mercy!"—This line is straight-up legendary. It doesn't even feel like Jing Yuan's putting on an act; the sheer presence is overwhelming.]
[Watching this gave me chills. In my heart, this is already the coolest scene ever.]
[Last time I felt this was when Caelus raised his flaming spear against Cocolia.]
[Season 3 is packed with hype! It's been non-stop since Dan Heng parted the sea! Damn it, I'm burning up!]
[Is this the so-called "Martial Soul True Form"? Even the BGM is going insane.]
["Show no mercy"—this line stabbed right into my heart.]
—
The blow from the Divine Foresight was enough to deal a heavy strike to Phantylia.
Unfortunately, she still had the Ambrosial Arbor behind her—its connection remained.
Soon, Phantylia regenerated her body. No matter how many attacks she endured, it meant nothing.
"No matter. The desperate struggle of insects is a pitifully beautiful sight..."
With a mere wave of her hands, she sent the group stumbling.
"In the next act, I shall refine you all into Voidrangers.
Let the power of Destruction corrode your flesh, remolding you into pawns for Lord Nanook!
I shall start with this arrogant and conceited Xianzhou general!"
Before she could finish, two lotuses enveloped Jing Yuan, trapping him.
Strangely, despite having the chance to dodge, he still fell for Phantylia's trick.
Phantylia struck Jing Yuan with her palm, then lifted his near-lifeless body into the air.
"Ahahahaha..."
She continuously poured the power of Destruction into him. "I wonder… if the Luofu would descend into chaos once more were its general to become a Voidranger? Now that would be an amusing form of Destruction."
Jing Yuan calmly raised his head to look at her.
Phantylia suddenly sensed danger. "You dare—?!"
Because she had been flooding him with Destruction's power, Jing Yuan—relying on the Divine Foresight and his own will—managed to restrain her.
Jing Yuan let out a pained cry. "Dan Heng—NOW!"
Dan Heng hurled his spear, severing the link between Jing Yuan and Phantylia. Immediately after, the Divine Foresight struck her.
"ARGH—!"
Phantylia let out a shriek as her body began to dissipate.
The screen darkened, transitioning to another scene.
Jing Yuan, weakened, fell from the sky. Dan Heng dashed forward, catching him before Caelus could reach him.
Then, a flickering flame drifted before the group—Phantylia's voice echoed from within.
"Well done, General of The Hunt. But all I lost was a hastily crafted vessel.
As for you… how much longer can you last? The day of the Xianzhou's destruction draws near."
Supported by Dan Heng, Jing Yuan stood up, his expression stern, burning with vengeful fury.
"Begone, pawn of Destruction.
Carry this message to your Legion: The Hunt's vengeance shall come."
With a wave of his hand, Jing Yuan dispersed Phantylia's illusion.
[SO COOL!]
[Overflowing with dominance!]
[As expected of General Jing Yuan! I thought you were done for, but you're still speaking with such authority—seems you're fine!]
Suddenly, Jing Yuan staggered back a few steps. Dan Heng steadied him.
"General… are you alright?" March 7th asked worriedly.
"I'll manage." Jing Yuan smiled weakly at Dan Heng.
"It seems that our understanding of each other in the past has not disappeared."
Dan Heng did not speak, responding only with a smile.
"Phantylia… truly a fearsome foe. Had she not attempted to infuse the power of Destruction into my body, turning me into a Voidranger, the outcome might still have been uncertain.
Thanks to Dan Heng's perfectly timed strike, he severely wounded Phantylia, who was deeply connected to me, and severed her link with the Ambrosial Arbor."
March 7th let out a sigh of relief. "So that's what happened! When Dan Heng stabbed you with his spear, it scared me half to death…"
Caelus gazed in the direction where Phantylia had vanished. "That thing… is it dead?"
"Unfortunately, an Emanator of Destruction is not so easily destroyed. However…" Jing Yuan coughed lightly as he spoke.
Welt Yang: "Phantylia lacks the strength to stir up trouble for now, and there's no need to worry about her meddling with the Ambrosial Arbor again. However, sealing the Stellaron will still take some time."
"Leave these matters to Fu Xuan to handle… I just feel… somewhat weary…" Jing Yuan slowly closed his eyes.
"Leave these matters to Fu Xuan to handle… I just feel… somewhat weary…"
"Hey! Wake up—"
[Can't stay cool for three seconds.]
[No way, are they dropping a knife now?!]
[JING YUAN!!!!]
[I'll say it one last time—if you dare hurt Jing Yuan, I'll explode!]
The screen faded to black, followed by a line of text:
"A moment later, the Astral Express crew summoned Fu Xuan and the Cloud Knights. A starskiff carried you all toward Changling."
Some time later, the three Express members arrived at the Seat of Divine Foresight to inquire about Jing Yuan's condition.
The scene brightened, revealing Welt Yang conversing with a Foxian.
"Please wait a moment. The Master Diviner will return shortly.
As she is temporarily acting as the General, she must first issue public notices to stabilize morale before meeting with you. This is her first test as General—let's hope she adapts quickly."
"I doubt I'll ever adapt." Fu Xuan approached from behind. "It's good to see you all here.
Tallying casualties and losses, dispatching forces to eliminate the remnants of the Disciples of Sanctus Medicus, reporting the battle's outcome to the Six Charioteers… No wonder Jing Yuan said, 'Sitting in this seat is like sitting on a mountain of blades.'"
Caelus smiled faintly. "But you're enjoying it, aren't you?"
Fu Xuan turned her head away proudly. "The General's seat carries immense responsibility—how could it be enjoyable? At most, one could say I'm adjusting. Hmph…"
March 7th leaned in and whispered to Caelus, "I think she's totally enjoying it."