Beneath Sea God Mountain, Atop Sea God Mountain

At the Sea God Mountain, in front of the Ring Island.

Qian Renxue, dressed in black, stood silently, all alone.

As for the other figure, it had disappeared without a trace.

Her tall and shapely figure is like a sculpture meticulously sculpted by an artist, flawless yet lacking vitality.

She silently gazed at Sea God Mountain not far ahead, her mind completely elsewhere, not on the silent, shimmering Sea God's Light.

From confronting Su Cheng directly, to touching his body, noticing the lingering injuries, and then the ensuing conversation...

All the images and words replayed slowly in her mind, frame by frame...

No one wants to share their lover with someone else.

Even she herself harbored reservations about the existence of another soul, let alone outsiders like Zhu Zhuqing.

As for Zhu Zhuqing, she's utterly ridiculous.

Not only is it laughable, it's also shameless!

Knowing full well about her relationship with Su Cheng, how dare she do this? What gives her the confidence?

What exactly was her mindset when she insisted on interfering in her relationship with Su Cheng?

Unless she has ulterior motives for approaching him...

Su Cheng, you're not stupid, so why can't you understand this?

Why do you have to be so stupid about something like this?

When will you finally understand that, besides me, there will never be another person in this world who treats you with such selfless sincerity...

At the same time, not far behind Qian Renxue, Snow Empress was also silently watching her, his eyes flashing with a strange light.

Before today, she had never seen Qian Renxue dressed in black with silver hair and silver eyes like this.

Looking at the other person's tall back, Snow Empress suddenly had a sudden realization.

If Qian Renxue had been in such a state when he fought her that day, neither he nor Bing'er would have survived.

That kind of solemn and cold majesty was just too intense.

"You..."

Snow Empress opened her mouth in thought, but after a long while, she still didn't know how to start. In the end, she could only ask in a dry, soft voice, "Are you alright?"

Qian Renxue turned around upon hearing the sound, raised her eyes and looked up and down at the stunningly beautiful woman in a plain white dress, her eyes thoughtful.

She naturally knew the origin of this Soul Beast.

She and her first personality are one soul, possessing both independent will and being inseparable, and naturally she has witnessed all those experiences.

However, compared to the other soul, her personality was much more gloomy and cruel.

When in a bad mood, it's easy to lose control of one's emotions and act recklessly, which is why she hasn't been seen outside.

She couldn't be bothered to show up.

She was completely indifferent to the existence of the Snow Empress.

For most of the past year, she had been quietly studying the cultivation techniques and gradually familiarizing herself with how to use the Sun Power.

However, after meeting Su Cheng today, although her mood was still bad, she was no longer as lifeless as before.

Regardless of whether the emotions were sadness or anger, they eventually became active again.

"... Are you asking me or her?"

After a long pause, Qian Renxue finally spoke, her voice extremely cold.

"If it were her, that guy would be hiding and crying right now, he wouldn't have time for you."

"..."

Snow Empress looked slightly taken aback upon hearing this.

She was a little confused.

Or rather, she never understood what Qian Renxue's bizarre existence was all about from the very beginning.

Half a moment ago, she was quite surprised when she saw that the other party had transformed into two people who looked exactly alike but had completely different temperaments.

But if they are really different people, why are they so in sync when facing that guy?

"What is the relationship between that man... and 'you'?"

"Don't ask questions you shouldn't ask." Qian Renxue frowned. "This isn't something you should be concerned about."

"..." Snow Empress paused slightly, then recalled the term "Spare Soul Ring" used by the other party earlier. Her anger finally became difficult to suppress, and her voice became much calmer and more dignified.

"I follow you not because I am afraid of death. You should give me at least some respect. Even if you are stronger than me, you may not be able to defeat me in a life-or-death battle."

"...I see."

Qian Renxue gazed at the Snow Empress and slowly nodded. "The pride of a king? Very well."

Upon hearing this, Snow Empress's lips curled up slightly, and her eyes became even clearer and brighter.

Whether in terms of strength or will, she has never been a weakling.

For hundreds of thousands of years, she has diligently cultivated to cope with Heavenly Tribulation, tempering her mind in a monotonous and tedious life. On the Northernmost Icefield, she once commanded countless Soul Beasts and was respectfully called "Snow Empress" by many powerful figures.

The Qian Renxue before him was indeed very strong, with strength and demeanor that were beyond the reach of ordinary people, and she was qualified to be addressed as "Master".

But she was not a servant, but a follower, and certainly not someone to be humiliated at will.

She needed to make this clear to the other party.

Otherwise...

The smile that had just appeared on Snow Empress's lips quickly froze.

Before me stood Qian Renxue, who held a broadsword tightly in her hand, its blade burning with silent silver flames.

Unlike the brilliant and blazing golden flames used by the blonde Qian Renxue earlier, this silver flame, despite having no heat leakage, seemed capable of freezing thoughts and burning souls, posing a great threat.

This awe-inspiring power sent chills down the spine of the Snow Empress, who was the embodiment of ice and snow in the Far North.

"Put away your pride; such things are nothing to me."

Qian Renxue's cold eyes also carried a hint of disgust.

The look in the eyes of the Soul Beast in front of her inexplicably reminded her of that little girl, Zhu Zhuqing.

It's equally nonsensical, yet it carries a kind of unfounded pride.

Little did they know that such self-righteous pride was utterly fragile in the face of true strength.

"..."

Looking at Qian Renxue, whose eyes were filled with Killing Intent, Snow Empress's expression changed several times.

His hands, clasped behind his back, clenched into fists and then relaxed, his powerful aura fluctuating wildly, the unparalleled Snow Empress's Three Absolutes were ready to be unleashed...

The next moment—

"Okay, it's alright now."

As the long sword in Qian Renxue's hand disappeared, her waist-length silver hair was dyed gold again, and her eyes once again shone with a brilliant golden halo.

Seeing this, Snow Empress was taken aback and then withdrew the surging aura emanating from her body.

The familiar Qian Renxue is back.

Although he's not exactly easy to get along with either, he's far better than the person who drew his sword at the slightest provocation.

It must be said that it is often through comparison that people can truly appreciate what they have.

"That was..."

Snow Empress opened her mouth, but still managed to ask the question.

The best option now is to stop while we're ahead. Otherwise, if we anger Qian Renxue again and repeat the scene from a moment ago, there will be no way to back down. We'll probably have to fight, and we might even lose our lives.

But the other party's state was so strange and mysterious that she couldn't suppress her curiosity.

Moreover, the situation of this "master" could very well affect her own future prospects, so she couldn't help but care.

Fortunately, Qian Renxue didn't take it to heart, and simply said, "She is another version of me."

"Another... second personality?"

"Well, you could say that, but it's not that simple in reality. There's no hierarchy between us, and it's not just about 'personalities'; we are both complete individuals."

After she finished speaking, she lowered her eyes and remained silent, seemingly lost in thought.

Snow Empress wisely refrained from asking any further questions, and instead pondered the matter in her heart.

Is Qian Renxue's current strength related to this special state?

She had heard of Twin Martial Souls and roughly knew about split personality, but she had never seen a person become two complete individuals.

Two souls, two consciousnesses, even two bodies.

Moreover, they possess equally formidable strength, equally terrifying talent, and completely different attributes, as well as their own independent thoughts and wills.

It's unclear whether Qian Renxue's unique twin state is due to birth, accident, or opportunity, or perhaps a unique cultivation approach.

After all, normally speaking, if two souls live in one body, it's obviously not much different from being mentally ill. No matter how you look at it, there's no reason for such a state to continue in a healthy way.

Even if they can maintain harmony for a while, conflicts will inevitably arise over time. Moreover, both of them are extremely strong-willed and have very different temperaments. There is no reason for either of them to compromise without any bottom line.

Even assuming there haven't been any major conflicts, there's no reason for such stability; there should at least be some internal friction.

One side's power is bright and pure, while the other's power is dark and profound. They are not only opposed and mutually restraining, but they are also definitely not complementary.

But the power between the two of them seemed to be able to transform and borrow from each other, which was quite strange.

Therefore, Snow Empress guessed that the other party probably possessed some special skill to maintain this stable situation, and even took it a step further, perfectly showcasing the powerful talents of both of them.

If that's really the case, then could I use this method to improve myself...?

Looking at Qian Renxue, who was staring blankly in front of him, Snow Empress couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

What methods did that damned guy use to bewitch this person in front of him?

At the same time, it's hard to understand how someone like Qian Renxue could fall so deeply in love with a philandering scumbag.

Even knowing that the other person was fickle, she was still reluctant to part.

She was well aware that human emotions are rich, especially in matters of love.

But she didn't think that such emotional problems could bother someone like Qian Renxue.

"It seems like there's no way to persuade her to change her mind. Should we find an opportunity to deal with that scumbag? His strength isn't a big deal, but we need to find a way to avoid Qian Renxue's senses first..."

Snow Empress harbors deep hostility towards Su Cheng.

Neither Qian Renxue nor Su Cheng himself had anticipated this.

After all, on the surface, the argument between Snow Empress and Su Cheng was merely a verbal altercation, and Snow Empress wasn't the one who suffered a loss in the subsequent battle. No matter how you look at it, it wasn't her place to be angry.

But in fact, Snow Empress didn't really care about the slight verbal offense.

She can be given a slight punishment, or she can let it go entirely, depending on her mood at the time.

Although Su Cheng's initial attitude displeased her somewhat, it didn't lead her to have any other thoughts.

The key reason actually lies with Qian Renxue.

Snow Empress now attaches great importance to her "master" and regards him almost entirely as her hope for the future.

Although this description may not be entirely accurate.

But for the current Snow Empress, the significance of Qian Renxue's existence is not much different from that of Tang San to Yu Xiaogang.

"What a beautiful view."

Standing Sea God Mountain, Su Cheng looked around and exclaimed in admiration.

Although he had climbed this sacred mountain in the previous Simulated World and personally destroyed the Sea God Hall on the summit and the divine artifact Sea God's Trident inside.

But at that time, he had no time to appreciate the scenery.

My mind was completely focused on seizing every minute and second to complete the final task.

Looking at it now, I noticed many things I hadn't noticed before.

Sea God Island is not large, and Sea God Mountain is not very high either; it is far inferior to the Spirit Mountain Range.

However, it is still more than enough to overlook the small Sea God Island.

The layout of this island is also quite unique.

Seven Sacred Pillar stand tall throughout the island, each topped with a unique Sacred Pillar depicting the images and spirits of various Sea Soul Beast such as Sea Dragon, Sea Horse, and Sea Witch, all of which appear lifelike.

A dense forest surrounds and protects Sea God Mountain, shrouded in a layer of mysterious energy. From above, the misty atmosphere, mixed with the humid air, creates a rather ethereal and impressive sight.

The vast blue waves beyond the island further amplify the breadth of the entire scene, making it even more impressive than Spirit City in terms of sensory experience.

You can't see this kind of boundless view there.

"A beautiful view?" Bo Saixi raised the corners of her mouth, but her eyes remained indifferent, showing no joy at the compliment. "If you were to look at this view for decades, you probably wouldn't think so."

Su Cheng was taken aback.

Bo Saixi gazed into the distance, her eyes vacant, as if lost in memories.

Her tone was tinged with melancholy. "I've lost count of how many years it's been. I've just been standing here watching. Watching my old friends pass away one by one, and a new generation of young people keep emerging. Over time, I've become numb. Apart from a few old friends, everyone else seems to have become just a string of numbers."

Su Cheng glanced sideways at the supreme ruler of Sea God Island, who was also an unparalleled powerhouse standing at the top of the world's pyramid.

She looks so young.

She has an exquisite and beautiful appearance, and smooth, fair skin.

As the mountain wind howled past, it billowed her long robe, yet her curvaceous figure remained stunning.

But in fact, she has lived for over a hundred years.

"If that's the case, why be so persistent? No one can force you to do anything. Don't you also have memories of those experiences? You can choose your own future."

"Is that so? I don't think so." Bo Saixi turned to look at Su Cheng, her eyes filled with a complicated expression.

"Su Cheng, do you think I'm stupid and hopeless? You've given me chances and always done things for my own good, but I don't appreciate it?"

"But you don't understand, many things aren't so easy to let go of."

"From the moment I awakened my Martial Soul, I have been working hard so that one day I can serve the Sea God."

"When I reached the Top Eight Trials, it was the happiest and most glorious moment of my life. From that day on, I was destined to become the next Sea God Island High Priest."

"Tell me, how could someone like me possibly abandon the glory of being the Sea God's messenger, how could I possibly deny my past?"

"..." Su Cheng's expression shifted slightly, and he shook his head and sighed softly, "High Priest, you've misunderstood."

"Um?"

Seeing that Bo Saixi was somewhat stunned, he continued to explain, "There has never been any talk of 'I'm doing this for your own good,' nor have I ever forced you to make any changes. What I hate most is imposing my own beliefs on others."

"Think back to the point that if I hadn't been kidnapped here and forced to undergo divine trials, would I have willingly come to Sea God Island to provoke you?"

"In fact, it is you who has been speculating about me from your own perspective. Perhaps it is out of vigilance, or perhaps it is because of your own strong beliefs, wanting to prevent problems before they arise, or perhaps you even think that you are doing it for my own good, and thus choose to take the initiative."

"But is it reasonable to attack me because of things that haven't happened yet?"

At this point, Su Cheng took a deep breath, his expression becoming much more serious.

"As for those memories, they are nothing but a dream, both for you and for me."

"In reality, I have never done anything detrimental to Sea God Island before, and I have no such intention at the moment."

"Even if we become enemies in the future, it will be due to a conflict between opposing camps, forcing us to be enemies, and it will certainly not be for the purpose of making people realize their mistakes. Those things are personal choices and have nothing to do with me."

"Of course, in this world, strength speaks, and reason is the most useless thing. Everyone has their own reason, but in the end, might makes right."

"I'm not saying this to defend myself, but simply to tell you my position."

After hearing these words, Bo Saixi fell silent, a bitter look appearing in her eyes.

I realized I had done something stupid.