Night Without End
Chapter 297

All Eyes on Him [Two Chapters Combined]

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The night was as dark as an abyss.

Qin Ming broke through the Heavenly Gate with five kinds of Sacred Fiend. After a brief period of airtime, he landed on the mountain peak and quietly comprehended the secrets.

A moment later, a Five Elements Wheel appeared in his hand. As he unleashed it, five-colored light pierced through the dark night fog.

The Vermilion Bird, wreathed in dazzling flames; the White Tiger, radiating a metallic, murderous aura; the Black Tortoise, pouring black water over the heavens and Black Tortoise... the Five Saintly Evils appeared, spinning rapidly alongside the Five Elements Wheel.

Meng Xinghai was amazed. He was well-versed in various biographies and knew the past of some historical figures. If he were standing at the Second Realm, he would definitely not be able to stop the young man in front of him.

Most phenomena in the world, regardless of their path, fall within the scope of the Five Elements.

Meng Xinghai knew that once the Five Elements Wheel was unleashed, it possessed the power to restrain all laws.

Suddenly, a string of colorful clouds descended from the night sky.

Amidst the clanging of swords, five Immortal Sword— red, blue, black, white, and yellow—arranged behind Qin Ming like a peacock spreading its tail feathers, sharp and beautiful.

Immediately, the five swords transformed into Five-Colored Haze and disappeared into Qin Ming's mouth and nose.

He groaned and staggered back two steps.

"As expected of the legendary Sacred Fiend, it has cut off at least 180 years of my lifespan!" His face turned pale.

Qin Ming drank the Auspicious Beast Blood again to nourish his life force and counteract the terrible effects that had not yet subsided.

The five-colored Sacred Fiend entered his flesh and blood, like five sharp swords cutting through his vigorous life force, and the negative effects it brought were too severe.

Clearly, fusing even one or two kinds of Sacred Fiend is already extraordinary; to incorporate them all into the body would cause immense damage.

In ancient times, a peerless warrior fused with the Four Saintly Evils, which caused a great sensation and was recorded in history books.

However, such achievements are not entirely due to one's own efforts; they require the help of Immortal Dojo, the replacement of God Bone, the repair of one 'Immortal Skin, and tempering in Imperishable Furnace.

Such a strongman, if he grows up to be an unparalleled master, can eventually become one.

Looking at the boy shrouded in five-colored light mist, Meng Xinghai felt a surge of emotions that were hard to calm.

He knew clearly that Qin Ming had previously integrated the Yin Yang Heavenly Light Diagram.

Moreover, the boy in front of us accomplished all of this independently.

Such an achievement surpasses even the monsters painstakingly created by Ancient Immortal Dojo; its value and Sacred Fiend power are somewhat frightening.

Qin Ming drank again and again. The Golden Haze, flowed into his mouth from the pure crystal, illuminating his entire body and giving him a surge of vitality.

Overall, the legendary Sacred Fiend is also Heavenly Light, descending from beyond the world, but it is too violent, causing people to keep their distance.

The rainy season had passed, Qin Ming could no longer capture the Longevity Heavenly Light in the Thunderfire, such as: Good Fortune Arrives, Purple Qi Comes From the East the east, and Longevity Like South Mountain.

"The auspicious blood can counteract the negative effects." Qin Ming's complexion was improving as he gradually adapted to the five most domineering forms of Worldly Heavenly Light.

Soon, he felt that he had made up for lost years of his lifespan.

Qin Ming's vitality gradually increased, Five-Colored Divine Radiance surged. He felt extremely powerful, and even had the illusion that if Cao Qianqiu stood in front of him, he would slap him twice.

After a brief moment of being lost in the power of new growth, he quickly came to his senses.

Although his lifespan was restored, upon closer examination, if he had fused with other heterogeneous substances instead of suffering such a loss, he should actually have lived nearly two hundred years longer than he does now.

Qin Ming sighed. "There are gains and losses in everything. This world is fair."

His pursuit of the extreme and domineering power of the Heavenly Light Force naturally requires some sacrifice.

However, that doesn't matter. As long as he keeps getting stronger and rapidly improves his cultivation level, his lifespan will be sufficient and will continue to increase.

Qin Ming continued to sip the golden Auspicious Beast Blood, feeling that he had completely adapted to the Five Elements Saintly Evil, which had become a part of his own Heavenly Light.

He put down the pure crystal vessel, mobilized the Five-Colored Divine Radiance, and soon it merged with his five internal organs, not only without harming his body, but also Inner Fortification.

This is the wonder of legendary Sacred Fiend!

Once completely refined and transformed into one's own divine Heavenly Light, it can empower oneself, granting one a trace of immortality.

After carefully sensing the changes, Qin Ming began practicing the Extraordinary Art.

Each time he achieved a breakthrough, he would practice Extraordinary Art and integrate new Heavenly Light Force.

He sipped the Auspicious Beast Blood; its effects were extremely potent, similar to those of the Demon Seed, and could aid in the practice of Extraordinary Art.

This time, in addition to choosing Extraordinary Art that suits him, he also needs to consider whether there are any "Secret Treasure" after he reaches a perfect level, and whether he can see New World.

"The Five Elements are complete. I can start practicing the <Wind Riding Scripture>. The Great Yu Royal Family's collection should be quite impressive." He considered it carefully.

He then took out a copy of the "Nether Scripture" and muttered to himself, "This one must be of considerable importance; it might even contain astonishing Secret Treasure."

These were the rewards he received for his efforts on several occasions for Yao Ruoxian of the Great Yu Dynasty Fourth Princess Yin Soil Ghost Path Ruins.

Afterwards, Qin Ming looked through the <Dragon Tiger Dao Scripture>, which he won in a bet with An Youxing and Pei Shuyan when he was a sparring partner for the Immortal Seed.

He had already mastered the basics of these three Extraordinary Art, and now, after drinking the Auspicious Beast Blood, his physique was continuously improving, and he was even beginning to show signs of Nirvana.

He naturally wouldn't miss the opportunity, and he gulped down several mouthfuls of the Strange Blood Elixir to practice his skills here, hoping to transform his Heavenly Light Force.

In the darkness, Qin Ming's entire body glowed, his sleeves fluttering, and he rose with the wind, briefly soaring from the mountain peak to the adjacent cliff.

Meng Xinghai lamented that he too had once been full of vigor and sprinted on the New Life Path, but ultimately had no choice but to give up and begin to study the God Path of the Esoteric Sect.

Now, he seems to see his younger self.

However, he was confident in Qin Ming and believed that he could break the curse that made the New Life Path so difficult to pass without having to change his route.

Qin Ming rode the wind and returned to the mountain peak.

After he began practicing the Nether Scripture, as his Heavenly Light Force increased, he was surprised to discover some "movements" in the night fog under the long, dark night.

"Is it one of those mysterious phenomena again? Like the 'hell' (a mythical creature), or the final resting place of the Old Traveling Merchant?"

He wouldn't actively get involved if those "movements" didn't approach him.

"Awooo! Roar!"

After Qin Ming practiced the Dragon Tiger Dao Scripture, a dragon and a tiger appeared, and faintly, the sounds of Dragon Roar Tiger Howl could be heard from his internal organs.

"Not only can it nourish the body and strengthen the internal organs, it is also a very powerful means of attack."

Qin Ming felt that among these three Extraordinary Art, there must be one that could be unearthed and "Secret Treasure."

His whole body was burning hot, and his flesh and blood were alive and his Essence, Qi, and Spirit was changing.

The Auspicious Beast Blood inherently possesses the power of Nirvana.

However, it has already offset the negative effects of the Sacred Fiend.

Qin Ming felt as if he were New Life, unsure whether it was the residual effect of the auspicious blood or the result of his own breakthrough.

Logically speaking, once you break through the First Realm on the New Life Path, it's very difficult to achieve another New Life during the subsequent breakthroughs in major realms.

He mastered three Extraordinary Art using the Auspicious Beast Blood!

In the following time, Qin Ming circulated the Silk Book Method, integrating three types of Heavenly Light Force.

Thunderfire and fire flowed from his head to his feet, and a rumbling sound emanated from his chest and abdomen.

Within Qin Ming's body, Thunderfire merged, dragon and tiger intertwined, and Great Medicine was being refined internally, with all forces gradually converging into one!

Soon after, a Golden Core appeared in his body, covered with many patterns, which were manifestations of various scriptures and doctrines, engraved on it, and also entwined with Sacred Fiend.

In addition, it is Good Fortune Like the Eastern Sea " and "May your longevity be as enduring Longevity Like South Mountain."

Boom!

The Golden Core spun and spun there, transforming into his own form before suddenly bursting forth with countless streams of light that rushed towards his limbs and bones.

Afterwards, Qin Ming began to cultivate his inner strength again, so as to leave no hidden dangers.

He's mastered the Hundred Refinements of Heavenly Light Force!

In the Shallow Night, in a place devoid of Fire Spring and barren of vegetation, the changes in light and darkness are barely perceptible.

But Meng Xinghai estimated that a night had passed.

At this moment, Qin Ming finished his training, and his feverish body gradually returned to normal. He had not only broken through his cultivation barrier, but had also New Life.

"Looking at it this way, my lifespan has increased overall, so it's not a bad deal!"

At this moment, he really wanted to find someone to test his skills and see what he was capable of.

"Breaking through to the Late-Second Realm is actually not much different from reaching perfection," Qin Ming muttered to himself.

The so-called perfection is actually just consolidation, accumulation, and polishing on the later foundation. For him, the road ahead is smooth and there are no obstacles.

All he needs to do is familiarize himself with and adapt to his current power. Once he achieves a state of harmony with it, he can consider breaking through the major barriers and officially advancing into the Third Realm.

On this "early morning," Qin Ming stood quietly, reviewing what he had learned.

Soon, his body and spirit merged into one, radiating a precious glow and flowing with a mysterious Daoist charm.

Currently, the meaning of the Silk Scripture is integrated into his very being, like the primordial One, governing all laws.

Then, Black and White and Yin Yang Heavenly Light Diagram appeared outside his body, slowly rotating and protecting him within it.

The Black White Scripture was also very important to him, like the changing two, so he paid great attention to its meaning.

The great way seeks simplicity; in fact, with the Yin Yang Diagram, it is not necessary to have the Five Elements Saintly Evil.

However, he naturally wouldn't object to having more protective measures.

In an instant, the Yin Yang Diagram changed, becoming Black White Tree that took root behind him, and the meaning of the Five Elements also manifested, such as the soil that provided the roots for the two trees and the water that irrigated them.

As the wind blows, the Black White Twin Trees sway, changing between Withering and Flourishing. Butterflies dance gracefully, while dragons and Dragon-Snake lurk in the clouds and mist.

Qin Ming released the two insects. They had been tempered in fire for a certain period and were now ready to be fed and molted.

Soon, a Golden Cicada appeared on the tree trunk, chirping merrily. A silkworm lay on a leaf, nibbling at the leaf formed from the Yin-Yang Qi.

Even though Meng Xinghai had overestimated him, he was still incredibly shocked.

If Qin Ming were to unleash his full power at the South Heaven Gate, there would be no need for a fight; he would surely crush all the younger generation of the Sun Elf with overwhelming force.

Even if the entire opposing team joined forces, it was useless.

Meng Xinghai sighed, "You're really something, kid! Once you unleash these skills, they're truly terrifying. Even someone as arrogant as Cao Qianqiu would have to bow down to you if he were a teenager again."

"There are always people more capable than you, Beyond Heaven something beyond your understanding. Uncle Meng, keep a low profile," Qin Ming said.

He then asked, "What was that old monster from the Imperial Immortal Sect, who has dabbled in the Seventh Realm realm, like when he was young?"

Upon hearing this, Meng Xinghai immediately laughed, pointed at him, and said, "You."

Then, with utmost solemnity, he said, "He is unfathomable."

In Chongxiao City, the Great Yu Capital, Qin Ming and Meng Xinghai returned to see people off.

In this Beyond the Mundane, the vanguard has already set off.

Today, a group of veteran masters will also set off with Immortal Seed.

Chongxiao City, spaceships were densely packed, and Higher Aberrant Bird soared about, their magnificent wings shattering the night fog.

Qin Ming and Meng Xinghai stood on a slope and looked out, spotting many familiar faces.

Soon after, he saw Li Qingyue, dressed in white, just as described in the poem: peerless and independent.

A middle-aged couple was whispering words of advice to her; if nothing unexpected happened, they were her parents.

Li Qingyue felt something and looked towards the hillside.

Immediately, a White-clothed Youth appeared not far from her. He seemed to sense her presence, turned his gaze toward Qin Ming, and then smiled slightly at her.

Although they had never met, Qin Ming knew that this must be Helian Zhaoyu.

"Exceptional perception!" That was Qin Ming's first impression of him; this person was no ordinary individual.

At the same time, he had no good feelings towards Helian Zhaoyu. Although his smile seemed bright, it was definitely not a gesture of goodwill.

Helian Zhaoyu walked towards the large spaceship near Li Qingyue, paused briefly, said something to her and her parents, then invited the nearby elders to board first, and then he himself boarded with great elegance and grace.

He nodded again in this direction, smiled slightly, and then disappeared into the cabin.

Qin Ming was certain that this guy was dangerous.

According to Pei Shuyan, Helian Zhaoyu prefers to wear black.

Today, he seemed to have deliberately chosen the same white robes as Li Qingyue.

His silent greeting seemed to carry a hidden meaning.

Could it be that he and Li Qingyue are about to travel to the depths of the Night Mist World, sharing their journey together?

"My Senior Sister and her husband actually came," Meng Xinghai said, unaware of Helian Zhaoyu's actions.

Li Qingyue's mother was his Senior Sister, and Li Qingyue's father had even saved his life. The two families had a very close relationship, and he planned to go and meet them.

"Little Qin, to be on the safe side, you'd better not go," Meng Xinghai said, to avoid attracting the attention of certain people on the Immortal Path and causing any accidents.

The place was teeming with warships and teeming with all sorts of powerful figures. As a rising star on the New Life Path, it was best not to make a high-profile entrance.

Qin Ming gave a muffled "hmm" and said nothing more.

Meng Xinghai departed and entered the Immortal Path Warship Zone.

Qin Ming thought of the scene when he and Li Qingyue walked side by side on the Shuyu Riverbank, and felt uneasy. Unfortunately, he could not go to see her off now.

With a whoosh, a figure flashed by, and Li Qingyun, whom we hadn't seen for some time, appeared.

"Master Li!" Qin Ming greeted him.

"You look more comfortable, Little Qin!" Li Qingyun said with a smile, though he also looked a little tired.

Neither of them mentioned the Imperial Immortal Sect, but they both knew that all of this was related to the Helian Family.

"Little Qin, I never expected that you would actually dig out the Fundamental Scripture scriptures of the Luofu Sect and give them to Qing Yue," Li Qingyun said.

"That's just a flawed technique," Qin Ming said.

Li Qingyun secretly transmitted his voice. " In the Beyond the Mundane, some people already know that she is practicing the complete True Scripture. After all, there are Sixth Realm Ancestor frequent that place."

Qin Ming immediately realized that the matter had been leaked.

When he was at the Luofu Immortal Mountain Ruins, he not only unearthed a tattered "Page of True Inheritance" made of Exotic Metal, but also resonated with the meaning of the Six Ding Divine Fire recorded on the Eight Trigrams Furnace.

After Li Qingyue reached the Third Realm, she was able to practice the Luofu Sect Sect's lost scriptures, which had been lost for a thousand years.

Moreover, even some Ancestor in the Beyond the Mundane noticed that she was perfectly compatible with the Near Immortal Object — the Eight Trigrams Furnace —and suspected that she might possess the Secret Method for cultivating the Six Ding Divine Fire.

In that case, the value of the Eight Trigrams Furnace would be immeasurable, and it would once again become an object of worship for the sect.

"It's not that Qing Yue wasn't cautious enough, but in the Beyond the Mundane, there's not just one Ancestor, but even an Old Heavenly Immortal with one foot in the Seventh Realm, whose eyes are sharp enough to see through anything. Qing Yue simply couldn't hide it from them," Li Qingyun sighed.

With warships densely packed ahead, he couldn't very well mention the name "old monster," even if he were to communicate secretly.

Qin Ming's expression was solemn. The fact that Grandmaster Level figure knew about the Fundamental Scripture and the birth of the Six Ding Divine Fire was naturally an extremely serious problem.

In the past, the Luofu Sect and the Imperial Immortal Sect were equally famous. After the former failed to convert the Blessed Land into Grotto-Heaven, the entire Blessed Land was destroyed, and it finally declined completely.

Back then, some Immortal Seed actually survived, but they disappeared forever on the day the Luofu Sect was destroyed.

Some say he was kidnapped by old monsters from other sects and forced to reveal the True Scripture. Others say he was very clever and fled overseas, living in seclusion.

It's easy to imagine that some people had their eyes on the legacy of the Luofu Sect from the very beginning.

Now Fundamental Scripture the fundamental scripture of the Luofu lineage has been fully reproduced and the method of refining in the Eight Trigrams Furnace has been developed, it is bound to tempt some people.

In Beyond the Mundane, someone investigated this matter thoroughly.

For example, the Imperial Immortal Sect once conducted an in-depth investigation, including details about Qin Ming and Li Qingyue's past and their relationship.

Even Li Qingyue's act of personally delivering the "Life Altering Scripture" to Qin Ming under the guise of going out, and giving Qin Ming one of the two pieces of Exotic Metal that were to be bestowed upon her, were all thoroughly investigated.

Some even suspect that the Fundamental Scripture Luofu Sect contain a method for cultivating the Six Ding Divine Fire, and wonder if Qin Ming obtained it and then gave it to Li Qingyue.

After all, both the Life Altering Scripture and the Exotic Metal were priceless, yet she personally traveled a long distance to deliver them to him.

In fact, when Li Qingyue gave away these two divine items, Qin Ming was preparing to give her a grand gift, but he had not yet given her the complete Fundamental Scripture and the chapter recording the Six Ding Divine Fire.

Li Qingyun said, "Qing Yue took the blame herself, saying that she obtained the Fundamental Scripture and the Six Ding Divine Fire Secret Art, and that she accidentally saw the mark left by the Ancestor."

The other Ancestor of the Beyond the Mundane did not dwell on this matter, nor did they believe that the people of the New Life Path could hear the lingering echoes of the Daoist rhymes of the Immortal Path Ancestor.

They believed that Li Qingyue and Qin Ming were close friends in their early years and later developed feelings for each other, which was why she gave them the Life Altering Scripture and the Exotic Metal.

A thousand years ago, the Luofu Sect was at its zenith; otherwise, how could it have dared to be the first to elevate its Blessed Land to Grotto-Heaven?

Therefore, the emergence of their most precious "legacy" cannot go unnoticed.

"The Luofu Sect is in decline now," Li Qingyun sighed.

Qin Ming asked, "So, they could only watch helplessly as the Imperial Immortal Sect Sect's key figures also wanted the scriptures and its most important treasures?"

Li Qingyun said, "The Grandmaster from the Imperial Immortal Sect said that this can be considered a marriage alliance. The two sects are of the same lineage and will prosper together. Qing Yue is also Immortal Seed of the Luofu Sect's immortal seed, and the Imperial Immortal Sect will provide various rare resources to help cultivate her."

An old monster who has reached the Seventh Realm stands on a cloud overlooking the world, which is tantamount to having no solution.

"Even if other lineages on the Immortal Path have complaints, is it difficult to change anything?" Qin Ming asked.

One after another, warships took off and disappeared into the dark clouds, officially marking the beginning of the Great Wilderness Expansion.

Qin Ming's thoughts were in turmoil. That was the pioneering of the Immortal Path, and he was not even qualified to join the expedition now.

In fact, that area probably didn't contain the books that the Road to New Life Path needed.

The main mausoleum there likely holds the secret of the Seventh Realm the Immortal Path, something the Immortal Path craves most. This pioneering effort may cause the overall strength of the Beyond the Mundane to surge, giving birth to a true peerless figure of the Seventh Realm!

The main force of the Immortal Path has been on a distant expedition, and the army has been gone for two days.

Qin Ming hadn't even left the Great Yu Capital when he heard too much discussion.

Undoubtedly, during this period, people in all the cities under the night fog were talking about this matter: after hundreds of years, the Great Wilderness Expansion had finally begun again!

"Historically, every Great Opening has been an era in which heroes rise rapidly, destined to be a golden age of brilliant stars. This time, the Immortal Path has gained the upper hand."

"When they return, I estimate that some of Immortal Seed immortal beings might be able to compete with the younger generation, while some of the top figures in their prime might be promoted to Grandmaster. As for Helian Yunji, Ling Canghai, Su Yuxiao, and others, they might step into the Grandmaster Level realm."

It has attracted worldwide attention and is being discussed around the world.

"Those great figures related to our Ancestor are too far removed from us. I only want to know how powerful the renowned Immortal Seed Jiang Ran, Pei Shuyan, Cui Chonghe, and Li Qingyue would be if they were to return. They are all outstanding figures of this era!"

"There are also Su Shiyun, Xue Yunzheng, and many others. Furthermore, you forgot to include the immortal Lineage of the Beyond the Mundane, such as the Helian clan."

Walking on the streets of the Great Yu Capital, Qin Ming could hear some teenagers arguing.

He deeply realized that a great era had arrived.

From royalty and nobility to commoners and laborers, everyone was talking about pioneering.

Qin Ming walked along the Shuyu Riverbank, retracing the path where Silver Willow and wisteria swayed in the soft moonlight. Thinking of Li Qingyue's words, his heart felt heavy, even choked with emotion.

With a sigh, he departed that very night.

Qin Ming returned to Red Haze City and had a good drink with Meng Xinghai.

"What are your plans? Do you want me to make arrangements? We're heading to the Immortal Grave area," Meng Xinghai asked him.

Qin Ming shook his head and said, "Forget it. The pioneers of the Immortal Path probably don't have much that the New Life Path need. Besides, if I go, it might cause some unnecessary trouble."

That place is full of experts from the Immortal Path; it would be too easy for someone to target him.

"Then let's go into seclusion and cultivate diligently in Red Haze City," Meng Xinghai said.

Qin Ming said, "I... will retire and return to my hometown to take a look around Black White Mountain."

Meng Xinghai said solemnly, "Don't look so dejected."

"No, I've had some insights, and I'd like to go there for seclusion," Qin Ming said.

"Then I'll go with you and pay a visit to that old sage," Meng Xinghai said in a low voice.

"Alright." Qin Ming nodded.

That day, Qin Ming and Meng Xinghai secretly arrived near Black White Mountain and entered Double Tree Village.

Qin Ming also wanted to see how Grandfather Liu Mo was doing now, and whether there was any sign of him regaining his divine status.

As it turned out, he found that the old man was still the same as before, with no changes whatsoever, except that he kicked the Old Huang more frequently every day.

Meng Xinghai was very good at interpersonal relationships, chatting and laughing. He drank with Old Man Liu for two meals without bothering him too much, and went home that same day.

Qin Ming still did not reveal his true identity, not wanting to get too involved with this place, fearing that someone might find this place in the future.

Although Old Man Liu is a bit strange, it's not necessarily true that he can protect the whole village. Just like when the Mountain Patrol Group was running rampant here back then, it was Qin Ming who stepped in to deal with it.

Late at night, Qin Ming sat cross-legged under the Black White Twin Trees, quietly meditating.

In an instant, the shadows of the trees swayed, and behind him appeared Black White Twin Trees. Illuminated by the Fire Spring, the Black White Tree in reality overlapped with the strange scene behind him.

This time, he understood his own situation, saw through the fog ahead, and became determined on his path!

Shallow Night approached, a squirrel leaped across rooftops and walls, traversing numerous houses, and landed with a whoosh in front of two trees, staring in astonishment at the people sitting quietly.

"Can't you recognize me? Can't you smell me?" Qin Ming gave it a flick on the head.

Immediately, the Red Squirrel's eyes welled up with tears, and it rubbed its forehead in pain, squeaking and protesting.

"You raided my burrow and then hit me! This is outrageous!"

Two days later, Qin Ming received a message from Meng Xinghai Fei Que, telling him to return immediately.

"Your New Life Path awaits you!"

When he returned to Red Haze City, he was immediately informed of this news.

The people from New Life Path will also be mobilized, and quite a few at that, including rising stars like Qin Ming.

"Go to Kunling, and travel with the people from the Mountain River Academy," Meng Xinghai said.

Before Jade Capital was even reached, the turmoil in Kunling was quelled.

Meng Xinghai handed him a letter, which was written by Yu Gensheng himself.

"Brother Lu mentioned to them that I should participate in this expedition," Qin Ming muttered to himself.

He set off that very day.

Qin Ming returned to the Mountain River Academy and found that many familiar faces had returned.

Five days later, in the Kunling Territory, one spaceship after another entered the night sky, and the people of New Life Path began their expedition.

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