"If even this item cannot suppress the demonic seed once activated, then this calamity is one Xiyue was fated to face. You may leave on your own. There is no need to concern yourself with her any longer."
With matters having reached this point, Chen Sanshi had no reason to refuse.
He accepted the talisman treasure. "Master's Wife, rest assured. This disciple will certainly do everything in his power to protect Senior Sister."
"On Xiyue's behalf, Master's Wife thanks you."
True Person Yuling's voice suddenly trembled for some inexplicable reason. "Sanshi, if you are willing, Master's Wife has a way to find you a place where you can cultivate wholeheartedly, free from interference by anyone in the outside world.
"You possess exceptional aptitude. If you cultivate with a tranquil heart, you will surely ascend and become an immortal someday, enjoying blessings equal to Heaven."
The implication was clear: abandon the defense of the Eastern Continent, find somewhere to hide, and focus solely on his own cultivation.
"This disciple appreciates Master's Wife's kindness."
Chen Sanshi said solemnly, "But this disciple has sworn to live and die with the Eastern Continent."
The reason he had formed his Golden Core this time was precisely because he had acted throughout his life with a clear conscience, which was why it had gone so smoothly. If he truly fled without a trace, even if he had no heart demon now, he would surely give birth to one.
Master and disciple exchanged no further words. Chen Sanshi took his leave.
"Yuling, there is no need to persuade him any further."
A clear voice came from within the forest. "For Sun Xiangzong to have accepted him as his final disciple and passed down his mantle to him, he must have possessed a heart of utmost sincerity. How