The clouds disperse, the dust settles. Fire Root Ancestor, Diting, Kellen and Ningxiang were already standing in front of the inner hall of the Xiling Hall of the black and white Yama Palace. The white board square in front of the hall was very spacious, and there were already thirteen red-robed swordsmen in tattered clothes, scarred, waiting there. These thirteen red-robed swordsmen were, of course, the well-behaved disciples of the Fire Root Ancestor, the fire robed figures who had just nearly lost their lives in the Xuantian Thunderbolt Sword Array.
"Disciples pay their respects to the master!" All three of them knelt down in unison and called out to master. Full of confidence, as if there were no serious injuries. In fact, the thirteen were already exhausted and in great pain. Without three months of recuperation, it would be difficult for them to regain their strength. At present, the primordial energy is only sealed by the Fire Root ancestor and can only be maintained for a while, but not for long.
"Three of you, these thirteen unworthy disciples are already here. You can kill or tear them to pieces as you please!" The Fire Root Ancestor, riding the fire shadow, has already settled before the thirteen disciples. Look back and listen, Kellen laughs.
"Well! Well!" "Listen and laugh. "It's obvious that these rascals must have been enchanted by the netherworld ghost technique 'Soul Transfer and Soul Blocking Technique'. If it weren't for this powerful ghost technique of soul transfer and soul blocking, how could the flood flood the Dragon King Temple and the family not recognize the family? Besides, if you didn't have the intention to protect your disciples, you would probably have died in the Xuantian Thunderbolt Sword array long ago. To stay here for now is to give us a lenient punishment."
"You scoundrel, have you not thanked us for not killing!" "The Fire Root Ancestor laughed.
"Your disciples thank your benefactors for not killing." The disciples bowed their heads and did not dare to look up. He looked extremely respectful, and it seemed that the Fire Root Ancestor was also a man of strict discipline.
"Come to think of it, these thirteen of your most outstanding students have the most mysterious skills that even I would have to admit defeat. It seems that this sword formation is also the ultimate skill of the Fire Root Ancestor!" "Listen carefully.
"How dare! How dare! This sword array technique is something I learned by chance in the Thirteen Stars of the Dragon Fire Palace. That is why I chose these thirteen disciples to practice and created the unprecedented "Thirteen Sword Arrays of Dragon Fire". Unexpectedly, by chance, the results are increasing, which is quite a surprise!" When it comes to the "Thirteen Swords of Dragon Fire", the expression of satisfaction and pride on the face of the Fire Root Ancestor is not concealed at all.
Of course, in the presence of these fellow friends, the Fire Root Ancestor did not feel anything to hide. If he were to hide it, even an expression would make his fellow friends look down upon him. Besides, the Fire Root Ancestor is inherently fiery and generous. Even if he is self-satisfied, what harm is there in letting it out? Are you afraid of being laughed at by your friends?
It's obvious that each of your disciples is a rising star! From this perspective, you must have put in a lot of effort to select these thirteen elites from the Fire Spirit tribe!" "Listen with a smile.
"Alas! What a coincidence! It is the chance of the way of heaven!" By this time, the Fire Root Ancestor had already signaled his disciples to rise and said with a smile, "In the past, I watched the new talents of the Five Spirit tribes compete on the Xuantian Cliff. It happened to catch the sword formation of the thirteen people of the Fire tribe winning the championship. Then it turned out that the thirteen had already had nicknames, the famous Thirteen Heroes of the Fire Spirit Tribe. I saw that the thirteen fire kids were born with wisdom, but as for the sword formation of the little kids, it was really unbearable to look at. I took them as disciples at the moment, and that's how they have developed the ability to slay demons and defend themselves."
"You have a straightforward temper, but there is one thing I don't understand." "Listen carefully.
"What is it?" "Fire Root Ancestor asks with a smile.
"The Fire Emperor is your eldest son, and the other prince is your second son. You just need to show yourself. Why transform? Could it be that between father and son, there's no need to hide such small matters of closing the door to take on disciples? Could it be that you also take this as a secret?" Listen in puzzlement.
"Hey! Those two bastards, let's not mention them! If they hadn't framed me, my little son wouldn't have died a tragic death in the bridal chamber! If they had not caused trouble, my beloved daughter Phoenix would have left without a word. HMPH! I never thought that my old man, who had been so wise all his life, would end up making two scoundrels so angry! What's the use of having or not having this son?" When the Fire Root Ancestor did not mention his son, he became even more furious.
"You!" You just don't change your fiery nature! One person, one life; life and death are predestined. Besides, you are already in the ranks of immortals and have grasped the secrets of heaven. Why are you still so preoccupied with these mundane matters of the world? Besides, they are your own offspring. After a thousand years, it's time to let them go!" "Listen slowly.
At this moment, the thirteen heroes of the Fire Spirit learned that the teacher before them was actually the Supreme Emperor of the Fire Spirit tribe who had ascended to immortality! If it weren't for listening and asking, if it weren't for the Fire Root Ancestor speaking, how would the people know?
Hearing what Diting had just said, the Fire Root Ancestor let out a long sigh. "Rather than letting go, it's more like forgetting. Now that I have comprehended the mysteries of the heavens and ascended to immortality, what is there to be attached to the mundane world? If there is no attachment, how can there be the affection of children? So, to me, they have become strangers. At present, I only hope that they will do good deeds and govern the people of the Fire Spirit tribe well!"
"Well, well, in the end, it's not the Nine Kings of the Underworld who deny their kinship, but you!" Listen and laugh.
"Now you are right in front of me, and I have a question to ask." "Fire Root Ancestor said.
"I want to ask where your daughter, the Fire Phoenix, will end up, right or wrong?" "Listen and laugh.
"Not bad! I don't care about any of them at all, but my fiery daughter is always on my mind. It's strange that we never met again after a thousand years of separation. Where on earth has she gone? I hope you can give me some advice!" The Fire Root Ancestor looked sincere, and it seemed that he was deeply concerned about his beloved daughter.
"The laws of heaven are strict, and I am powerless to listen." Listen to silence.
"The Heavenly Rules are strict?" The Fire Root Ancestor pondered over these four words: Since the Heavenly Law is strict, it must have been bound by the Heavenly Law. Since they are bound by the Heavenly laws, they must be either gods or immortals! Either god or immortal, either above heaven or below heaven. In this way, the three realms of the gods are in contact, and there is hope for what is seen. As he thought about it, the Fire Root Ancestor laughed heartily.
"All right, all right!" The Fire Root Ancestor laughed three "good" in a row and said smugly, "I've long seen that my beloved daughter has a great talent! I never expected..." The Fire Root Ancestor suddenly stopped speaking, and if he did, he would probably reveal the secrets of heaven in front of everyone. Suddenly, he said, "It is said that my beloved daughter and Shui Gongjin have true feelings, but it is just a rumor. I do not believe it. Today I want to get the truth from Diting's mouth. This is not against the law of heaven, you must have said it, right?
Di Ting, however, said, "Please excuse my rudeness. I really can't inform you."
"Hey, huh? Strange, strange? My daughter's feelings are not a violation of the law, so why can't they be said? Could it also be regarded as a secret and subject to the laws of heaven? No, no, really no.
Alas! If you ask Shui Gongjin, he will blush and not be able to ask me to speak. But -- don't ask, and I'll be so unhappy! However, I have always been optimistic about Shui Gongjin. To have such a unique son-in-law, my face is shining with golden light!
Just now, when I saw that Kellen also had a sword spirit and looked very much like Shui Gongjin, I almost mistook her for someone else! But... It's not that I'm thick-skinned. This child actually has the shadow of my beloved daughter. I can't say... Hehe... I'm not sure if it's my little nephew. How about you whisper to me about Kellen's life?"
Hearing what the Fire Root Ancestor said, Diting's eyes shone with golden light. To be honest, Diting doesn't know Kellen's life. But when the Fire Root Ancestor spoke of Kellen as his little nephew, he undoubtedly admitted that Shui Gongjin was his beloved son-in-law. Water and fire are incompatible, and even if Shui Gongjin and Fire Phoenix are married, they should not have children. There is no name of Kellen on the book of Life and death... Thinking this way, not having a son, but having a son instead?
This matter is so strange that even Di Ting can't figure it out clearly. Kellen is not on the book of Life and Death, and she is an indestructible golden body. The appearance is very similar to that Water Gongjin, but the Fire Root Ancestor says that Kellen bears the shadow of his beloved daughter. His life is so mysterious that it has become a secret of heaven that no one knows in the three realms and five domains! Thinking of this, Di Ting shook his head repeatedly and said, "I really don't know! I really don't know!"
"Neither left nor right. It is said that one should listen and understand the three realms and five domains, but one will not speak of it! I'm really angry! However, I have a way. When I see the Great King of the Underworld in the future, I'll ask. I'm afraid you won't say anything. Hehe..." Even though the Fire Root Ancestor was already angry, there was still a smile on his face! How could such generosity be feigned?
Kellen listened in silence, many of her thoughts confused, but others brightened up.
The disturbed mind is the mystery of one's own life. I thought my biological father and mother might be Jinlang and Wanxin. Because Wanxin's feelings for Jinlang were undoubtedly sincere and unique love. During those months of being together, even I myself was inexplicably touched by Wanxin's true feelings. Had I not met Ningxiang, I would probably have fallen deeply in love.
As for the other thing. With Wanxin's appearance, even a god would probably find it hard to control himself, let alone Kellen, who is a fool with a vague heart. Kellen envies Jinlang from beginning to end, envies Jinlang for having a beloved like Wanxin who is so affectionate and gentle. Even more envious of Wanxin's unwavering love for Jinlang after a thousand years.
If there is anyone who can be with Wanxin, it is undoubtedly Jinlang. And since she looked very much like Jinlang, Kellen couldn't help but think that she was Jinlang's son and that Wanxin was his biological mother.
Just then, the words of the Fire Root Ancestor broke all Kellen's thoughts, especially the words, "It's said that my beloved daughter has developed true feelings with Shui Gongjin." What seemed insignificant to others was like a thunderclap from the ground to Kellen!
The Jinlang that Wanxin spoke of was, of course, the Shuigongjin that Huogen Laozu spoke of. Because when all the words Wanxin had said before were associated with what the Fire Root ancestor had just said, the identity of Shui Gongjin became clear.
What is puzzling is that Wanxin and Shuigongjin have such deep feelings for each other that Huogen Laozu has not mentioned a word! Not only that, but the Fire Root Ancestor felt that his beloved daughter and Shui Gongjin seemed to have some kind of true affection, which was a very satisfying thing for the Fire Root ancestor. How could this be?
What's even more puzzling is that the Fire Root Ancestor mistook Kellen for his nephew. The reason is that Kellen bears the shadow of the Fire Phoenix, the beloved daughter of the Fire Ancestor!
Kellen thought, if that were true. Wouldn't mother be the phoenix of fire? And who is the fire phoenix? Could it be that Shui Gongjin has fallen in love with someone else and married Fire Phoenix? Wouldn't Wanxin's love not come to nothing?
Kellen was very conflicted. She was so conflicted that her feelings should not come to nothing. She was so flawless and pure as jade. How could true feelings be poured into a mirage? Could it be unrequited love?
No! If it were the pain of unrequited love, Peach Abyss Waterfall, Wood Valley, and Wood Ancient Immortal would not be their shared memory. Also, Wanxin said that Jinlang could decipher the astronomy on the Mugu Cauldron. If they weren't truly in love, how could Wanxin have known so much about Jinlang?
Fire Phoenix, Water Gongjin, these two names undoubtedly became the major clues in Kellen's mind to search for the mystery of life and death. One more thing seems clear. I have a special face that is very much like Shui Gongjin's. That is to say, no matter who Shui Gongjin married back then, his biological father can only point to one person - Shui Gongjin.
But none of this mess is the most distressing. The most distressing thing is that since they have given birth to them, why do their parents both abandon them and leave their children alone in the abyss of the beast?
What is the place of the Beast Abyss? How could I have survived until now without the care of the Nine Spirits since childhood? The title "Valley of the Dead Kids" suddenly floated into Kellen's mind. "Dead Child Valley" is a heartless and evil place that abandons "dead babies". What's the difference between discarding oneself in the Abyss of the Beast and dumping one's body in the Valley of the Dead Child?
Thinking of this, Kellen burst into tears. The tears did not flow from the corners of her eyes, but were forced to fall to the bottom of her heart. Kellen lamented how wretched her life was, that she was born to be abandoned by her parents! Why would she be abandoned by her parents? What did you do wrong? If one is born to be abandoned, then why be born?
Elara's desperate search for her deceased parents in the netherworld shows how much she loves them. At the same time, Kellen could sense how much Elara's parents had loved her. So much so that more than a decade after her death, Elara has remained steadfast in her intention to come to the netherworld to search for her parents.
But where could Kellen herself find her parents who had been lost for so many years? Should she still look for such heartless parents?
Before one thought is settled, another arises. Why am I so interested in my parents? If they knew they had a son, why didn't they come looking for him?
Love and hate, righteous indignation. A jumble of life's troubles, along with a jumble of emotions in her heart, suddenly interwove with water and fire, and Kellen fainted with a "thump" under the steps of the grand King Yama's ancient hall.