Soon, only Ning Rongrong and a few others remained.
"Uncle, you must save Sister Qingling!" Xiao Wu pleaded.
Chen Xin, standing to the side, sized up Chen Shenge. Was this really her disciple's father?
So young?
This completely contradicted Chen Xin's preconceived notions.
Shouldn't he be an old man with white hair? How could he be so much younger than herself?
No wonder he became a reclusive powerhouse; he was truly skilled.
She couldn't see through him at all!
Chen Shenge glanced at Xiao Wu indifferently. "Don't worry, I won't let anything happen to my daughter."
As he touched the white cocoon, he quietly discovered a faint, almost imperceptible glimmer of life.
Perhaps this was a sliver of hope.
"Uncle, what can we do to save Qingling?"
"This is not something you can control. You can only wait quietly for the day she breaks free from the cocoon."
Chen Shenge had a strong premonition.
When his daughter broke free, her strength would definitely increase dramatically, and there might even be some other changes.
As the saying goes, only by being placed in a desperate situation can one find a way out!
Of course, all of this is a story for later; the answer will only be known when Chen Qingling emerges from her cocoon.
…
"Is this the world after death?"
Gazing at the white expanse, Chen Qingling murmured to herself.
Saving the continent, saving so many people, was the greatest thing Qingling had ever done in her life.
If Heaven gave her another chance, she would repeat it without hesitation!
This wasn't just about saving the continent, nor just about saving so many people, but also about those Qingling cared about.
She never wanted those she cared about to be affected by the power of the abyss.
Having experienced that tragic scene, Qingling had made up her mind.
Even if it meant sacrificing herself, she would never let everything she cherished be destroyed.
Thinking this, Chen Qingling took small steps through the white world.
The further she walked, the more uneasy she felt.
This didn't seem like the world after death?
"Could it be that I didn't die?" Chen Qingling was deeply puzzled.
No one understood the Butterfly Goddess's tragedy better than her!
It was a tragedy that required self-sacrifice to unleash unparalleled divine power, sweeping away the evil of the world.
Chen Qingling looked around, feeling an increasing sense of familiarity, as if she had seen this place before.
She racked her brains, her pupils contracting slightly, "Could it be…?"
"Is this the Butterfly Goddess's Trial?"
"Correct answer!"
A clear, melodious voice rang out, and a pair of magnificent wings came into view. The newcomer was none other than the lingering remnant of the Butterfly Goddess.
"The Butterfly Goddess!"
Upon seeing the Butterfly Goddess, Chen Qingling's eyes lit up, her face beaming with joy.
"That's wonderful! I really didn't die."
"But… I clearly used the Butterfly Goddess's Lament, I should have died… Could something have gone wrong?" It was
n't that Chen Qingling didn't want to live, but if she lived, it would prevent her from saving the world and the people of the continent, from purifying the abyss's power.
"Don't worry, nothing went wrong. Everything you care about is fine. The continent has been restored to its former state because of you."
Hearing the Butterfly Goddess's words, Chen Qingling's heart settled.
"That's good, that's good. But… Butterfly Goddess, may I ask, what exactly is my situation?" Chen Qingling asked, her soul filled with doubt.
She couldn't understand this question no matter how hard she tried.
The Butterfly Goddess smiled faintly, "Have you ever heard of 'being reborn from the brink of death'? Have you ever heard of... transforming from a pupa
into a butterfly?" "Being reborn from the brink of death... I understand, but what
does 'transforming from a pupa into a butterfly' mean?" "Butterfly Goddess, aren't I already the Goddess of Light Butterfly? How could I be transforming from a pupa into a butterfly? "
The Butterfly Goddess shook her head with a smile, "You're right, but your situation is exceptionally special."
"Special..." Chen Qingling's eyes widened in confusion.
Was her situation really that special? Why didn't she feel it at all? It was truly strange. "When you leave, all your doubts will be answered." "Alright, now you await the Divine Trial. I couldn't figure out the content of the eighth trial, but after this experience, I've decided." "To save the continent from fire and water!" " Chen Qingling has successfully completed it. What reward do you want?" "Reward..." A glimmer of light flickered in Chen Qingling's eyes. What reward did she want? Now that her strength had reached the Title Douluo level, she didn't need a new soul ring. So, only her soul power level remained. "Soul Power Level, please." "Alright!" Butterfly Goddess flicked her finger, and a beam of light landed on Chen Qingling, instantly raising her Soul Power Level by two levels. Level 95! As everyone knows, for a Title Douluo, the difference between each level of Soul Power increase is precipitous. Feeling the surge of Soul Power flowing into her body, Chen Qingling smiled and clenched her fist. "It feels so good to become stronger." "What is Butterfly Goddess's final test? It won't be this easy, will it?" Butterfly Goddess smiled slightly, "For you, any difficulty is easy, so why would I deliberately make things difficult for you?" Chen Qingling nodded; what Butterfly Goddess said did make some sense! It's no exaggeration to say that she was the strongest person in the world, not including her father. "So what is the ninth test?" Butterfly Goddess asked calmly, unable to think of anything for a moment. The test was meaningless. Just as she said, it was nothing but a futile attempt to make things difficult. Thinking of this, the Butterfly Goddess sighed softly, "Fine, fine, I won't set any more tests. Consider it a pass." "Huh?!" Chen Qingling was dumbfounded. Could it really be like this? So casually?
This was, after all, a divine test, and the final one at that!
Compared to the Sea God's test next door, this was incredibly easy; the latter was nothing short of torture and harassment.
"Butterfly God, is this... really okay? Will anything happen?"
"Nothing will happen. You don't need to worry about this causing me any unnecessary problems."
"I have already perished, leaving only this lingering will in the world."
"This... alright."
The next moment, another beam of light shone upon Chen Qingling, and her soul power level increased by two levels again, reaching level ninety-seven!
Such a speed of improvement was unparalleled in the entire Douluo Continent.
At the same time, along with the increase in soul power level, Chen Qingling felt a unique power within her body. It
was many times stronger than soul power.
"Is this divine power?"
"That's right, this is divine power. Divine power is like a vast ocean, incomparable to the mere soul power found on a lakeside."
Soul power is weak and powerless; divine power is omnipotent.
"Qingling, congratulations on becoming the new Butterfly Goddess. My wish has been fulfilled, I am finally free."
The Butterfly Goddess's figure flickered, seemingly about to vanish at any moment.
"Butterfly Goddess... what is this..."
"This time, it really is time to say goodbye."
"From now on, there will be no more Butterfly Goddess like me, and you will become the new Butterfly Goddess."
"No, Butterfly Goddess, don't go."
Although they had only met twice and their relationship wasn't particularly close, the Butterfly Goddess had genuinely been kind to her.
Chen Qingling was extremely reluctant to see the Butterfly Goddess leave.
After all, Chen Qingling had always kept the Butterfly Goddess's kindness in her heart.
The Butterfly Goddess waved goodbye to Chen Qingling.
"Isn't the purpose of a person's life to pursue their heart's desires and aspirations? This is what I seek."
"Sometimes, liberation is a good thing."
"Qingling, you must properly inherit the legacy of the Goddess of Light Butterfly, let it shine brightly in your hands, illuminating the world and recreating the name of the Goddess of Light Butterfly." "
The conditions for the birth of the Goddess of Light Butterfly... are too harsh. It might take thousands or tens of thousands of years for one to appear, or even none at all."
"I existed for so long, and in the end, the continent left no trace of me."
Saying this, the Butterfly Goddess shook her head and chuckled, tears welling in her eyes.
"I don't want you to disappear, Butterfly Goddess. It's too cruel for you."
Having been the Butterfly Goddess for so long, to look back and find no trace of herself left in the world—
isn't that tragic?
The Butterfly Goddess slowly closed her eyes and spread her jade hands, "Let the world completely forget me, and only remember the new Butterfly Goddess."
With these words, the Butterfly Goddess completely vanished into the white world, her presence no longer felt.
"Butterfly Goddess…" Chen Qingling's eyes were red, her voice choked with emotion.
…
Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Council Hall.
Ning Fengzhi's hands pounded nervously, venting his inner turmoil.
"Qingling hasn't broken free of her cocoon yet?"
Chen Xin sighed sadly, "Not yet… So much time has passed, and there's still no sign of her breaking free."
"I wonder if I'll ever see my disciple again in my lifetime."
"What discouraging words! You worthless wretch, don't curse my disciple!"
"My disciple will definitely break free of her cocoon this year!" Gu Rong said through gritted teeth.
"If she breaks free this year, I'd rather lose ten years of my life."
"Hehehe, I'm tired of hearing that. Can you please stop?"
Suddenly, an aura silently appeared within the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Instantly, the expressions of the three people in the hall changed slightly.
"This aura…"
The next moment, a figure appeared in the hall.
"We didn't know you'd grace us with your presence, senior. What brings you here?"
Upon seeing Chen Shenge, Ning Fengzhi, Chen Xin, and Gu Rong immediately rose, displaying utmost respect.
This was Qingling's father!
A reclusive powerhouse!
Although they had never witnessed him personally take action, recalling the various techniques their disciple had displayed, all were attributed to Chen Shenge!
Therefore, his strength was simply unimaginable.
Chen Shenge, like Chen Qingling, was straightforward and got straight to the point.
"My daughter once took in a younger sister."
"Yes, yes, senior, are you here to see Chen Chu'er? I'll have someone bring her over."
"No need, I'm here."
Without waiting for a summons, Chen Chu'er walked into the hall herself.
The moment Chen Shenge saw Chen Chu'er, his eyes narrowed.
She resembled her, very much so, but ultimately, she wasn't her.
And no one could replace her!
Chen Chu'er looked at Chen Shenge with clear eyes, her heart filled with curiosity.
This was the first time she had been able to observe Chen Shenge and Qingling's father so closely.
"Chen Chu'er, right?"
"Yes, that's right." Chen Chu'er gritted her teeth and spoke softly.
"Would you be willing to be my disciple?"
Since his daughter had chosen to take Chen Chu'er as her younger sister, the father had to show some appreciation.
These words completely stunned Chen Chu'er.
What had she just heard?
He wanted to take her as a disciple?
No!
This wasn't right!
She was just an ordinary person; how could she be worthy of being Qingling's father's disciple?
She was completely unqualified!
But Chen Chu'er, as if possessed, blurted out, "I'm willing."
"Senior…she's just an ordinary person, she can't accept that…" Ning Fengzhi stammered.
Chen Shenge remained calm. "Does choosing a disciple require considering talent? Perhaps, but I don't think so."
"Talent? It's just a way for a master to slack off, or perhaps to use a disciple to gain fame."
"Whoever wants to learn my sword, I will teach."
"Are you willing to learn my sword?"
Chen Chu'er nodded vigorously without hesitation. "I'm willing!"
Perhaps this was her last chance!
How could she know if she could succeed without taking a chance!
This scene completely shocked Ning Fengzhi and the other two.
Could this really be taught?
Wasn't this your unique soul skill?
They were utterly dumbfounded.
...
Four Elements Academy.
A beautiful figure appeared before the long-sealed white cocoon, her expression sorrowful.
The figure wore a light blue short skirt, her long hair flowing down to her hips, her neat, ear-length bob, her delicate skin like a lychee, her exquisite face, and she was about 1.76 meters tall.
Her beauty was a harmonious softness, radiating a special nobility, just like her martial soul, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
Although Ning Rongrong was not yet twenty years old, she already possessed an air of elegance and nobility.
"Qingling... are you alright?"
"This is the third year you've been in your cocoon. When will you finally emerge?"
"I've been waiting for you to take me and Xiaowu on a journey across the continent, but you haven't emerged yet." "
Your father said... he doesn't know how long it will take. It might be a few years, or it might be more than ten years, or even decades."
"No matter how long it takes, I'm willing to wait, just to see you again."
"Seeing you once is better than anything."
Ning Rongrong slowly reached out and gently stroked the white cocoon. Seeing that there was still no response, she sighed, then, as usual, spoke to herself.
"Qingling, today I taught my students a lesson, a very special one."
Yes, Ning Rongrong had become a teacher at the Four Elements Academy.
A year after Qingling emerged from her cocoon, Ning Rongrong and the others graduated and chose to stay at the academy as teachers, hoping to wait for Qingling to emerge.
"This lesson is titled 'Why Does Life Sleep?'"
"This question has always troubled me, I couldn't figure out why..."
"Now I understand. Life sleeps because we are not yet ready to face death, to avoid a heart from sorrow."
"That's my answer."
"I think that's also the answer in your heart, Qingling, right?"
Ning Rongrong leaned gently against the white cocoon, a bitter smile on her face.
She so wished... so wished Qingling could emerge from her cocoon at this moment.
But it was just wishful thinking, or perhaps a beautiful dream.
Ning Rongrong often dreamed of Qingling emerging from her cocoon, and each time she would wake up startled.
"Rongrong! I knew you were here!"
At this moment, Xiao Wu's voice came from behind.
"You always sneak here alone to whisper secrets to Qingling." This time, it was Zhu Zhuqing, standing beside Xiao Wu, who spoke.
"You have the nerve to say that to me? Don't you sometimes come here alone to whisper secrets to Qingling?"
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