Old Friends Meet Again

At the Taixu Mountain, golden light shone everywhere, but Ji Lin paid no attention to it. He stared solemnly at a line of words displayed on the ground, words so familiar they were terrifying.

Her voice trembled slightly as she asked, "How... how do you know this font?"

Such a familiar font, it shouldn't exist in this world. It belongs to her world. Even if there are countless parallel worlds in the universe, and each world has a person with the same name, the fonts in each world are very different, and it is impossible for them to be so synchronized.

This is no longer a matter of similarity, but of being completely identical.

This made Ji Lin wonder if this world was truly the next era of their world.

"This was discovered in some ruins. There are many sculptures inside, and this sentence is written next to one of the sculptures," Lena truthfully told her.

Ji Lin remained silent.

With the addition of this sentence to the sculpture, Ji Lin thought she knew who could have done this, and only that person would have done these things and written this sentence.

Danzhu

But why? This world is truly connected to them; otherwise, how could Danzhu's work have come about?

The sculptures are just figurines that Danzhu often talks about, and the words next to the figurines are probably for promoting their deeds.

"Where are the ruins you mentioned?"

"The once- Lieyang Star, but it's probably no longer visible."

Since the great war tens of thousands of years ago, Lieyang Star was also split in two, and the ruins may have been destroyed long ago.

"Is that so? Perhaps you have some connection to us! But that's all from a bygone era. In that case, what difference does it make whether I am or not?"

"If you are, then I would like to invite you to return with me to the Hall of Lieyang Star. You are the God of War, the Yellow Emperor, and even if an era has passed, we are still your subjects."

The Yellow Emperor, Ji Xuanyuan, was the ancestor of the earliest civilization and the originator of the China.

The Lieyang Star was originally from the same source as Earth. However, with the development of civilization, it gradually became separate from Earth. According to the myths of that time, Lieyang Star was the so-called Heavenly Court, and Earth was the human world.

Therefore, it is not wrong for the people of Lieyang Star to be the subjects of the Yellow Emperor.

God is also made of man.

The Qiangwei beside him opened its mouth as if to say something, but after glancing at the current situation, it closed its mouth in the end.

If we're really talking about it, shouldn't the Yellow Emperor be the ancestor of the China? How did he end up on Lieyang Star just because of those so-called relics?

However, regardless of what Qiangwei thinks, Lena is still on the same side, so it's best not to undermine her.

Qiangwei chose to touch and observe.

Unfortunately, her silence doesn't mean others won't voice their objections.

A cold, arrogant voice rang out from among the Angel Clan.

"The Yellow Emperor Ji Xuanyuan of Huaxia Yellow Emperor is the ancestor of the China, but he has little to do with your Lieyang Star. Even according to ancient China mythology, you are the Heavenly Court, while she is the human race. The two are completely unrelated," the Angel Leng said sarcastically.

After the Angel Leng words, Lena's face began to darken.

The other party wasn't wrong, but did they expect her to admit that Lieyang Star was once inhabited by Earthlings?

Even if she admits it, she'll definitely get a severe scolding from that old-fashioned Pan Zhen when she gets back.

These second and third generation angels were unaware of these things, but Kaisha was certainly aware of them. She knew a little about the affairs of the Lieyang Star, and even if it was little, she knew more than her subordinates.

Kaisha didn't elaborate much on Lena's color change; at least on the surface, this was the best explanation.

"If anyone is her people, it's those in the Xiong Bing Lian."

Apart from Lena, Qiangwei, and Prince Denuo, the warriors in the Xiong Bing Lian are basically all native China, including Sun Wukong.

After all, it sprang from a stone in China; oh, in the setting of the Xiong Bing Lian, it seems to be a super soldier.

"At least for now, I am on the same side as China."

Yes, just now.

—Damn it, angels are really annoying.

Lena thought fiercely to herself

Ji Lin watched the two bickering with great interest. If this world really was the future of their world, then it meant they had succeeded and completely defeated the Honkai.

Ji Lin did not sense the existence of the Honkai among the people in this world, which instantly lifted her spirits, and she didn't even care about her increasingly illusory body.

The joy of overcoming the Honkai made her happier than her own demise.

It seemed that in an instant, the heavy burden on my shoulders vanished, and I felt a sense of lightness over my entire body.

Unfortunately, this time was too short, and she would soon disappear.

Even so, I cannot exist forever; I am but a remnant soul. To be able to reappear and see my old friends is a blessing from heaven.

If it weren't for the strange change in Yu Du Chen and the arrival of the Heavenly Tribulation, she might never have been able to wake up. Being able to see Crimson Kite was already the greatest honor for her, so why would she be greedy for more?

Lena withdrew her gaze and looked at the now transparent Ji Lin, feeling regret in her heart. Yes! How could a wisp of a soul possibly last forever?

"If I give you energy, can you survive?"

Ji Lin chuckled, "Energy is finite and cannot last forever. One day, I will still dissipate. Regardless of whether you are my subjects or not, I am still very happy. I have seen the world I hoped for, a world I could never have dreamed of before. At least I was satisfied with what I had."

So, are you satisfied now?

A soft sigh sounded from behind, followed by footsteps and a serious tone.

Two figures approached hand in hand, one in silver and one in red, stopping a few steps behind Ji Lin.

Ji Lin smiled bitterly. Satisfied? No, she was very greedy. How could she possibly be satisfied now?

The close friend she finally met, the prosperous world she finally witnessed, the world that hadn't Honkai —these were her hopes in the past, but definitely not the world she is now.

But so what? She was ultimately nothing more than a remnant soul.

The sudden appearance of the two familiar faces, their unchanging charm, made Kaisha smile.

—A guest from another world!

"Whether I'm satisfied or not, what difference does it make?" Ji Lin smiled bitterly.

"If it were before, perhaps there would be no difference, but now... it's different," the girl said softly.

His amber eyes stared directly at Ji Lin's retreating figure, and as his body suddenly stiffened, a smile curled at the corner of his lips.

"Don't you want to see your old friend, Ji Lin?" the girl chuckled.

"You are..." Ji Lin looked up, staring at the unfamiliar yet familiar face.

The girl's youthful features were somewhat familiar, but her demeanor was much more mature, which made Ji Lin unable to make a connection for a moment. Moreover, the girl's current attire was completely unfamiliar.

"Speaking of which, you've never seen me dressed like this before, so how about this!"

The girl reached out and untied the binding behind her head, letting her tied ponytail fall loose. Her shoulder-length brown hair cascaded down her shoulders, and her long silver trench coat disappeared, revealing a tight-fitting inner shirt underneath. The inner shirt vanished from her shoulders, showcasing her fair skin.

The same silver inner shirt faded to a warm tea color, with a belt around the waist, a warm jade ornament on the front, shorts, and dark casual shoes.

Such modern attire was not unfamiliar to others, but in Ji Lin's eyes, it was out of place in that era, which instantly reminded her of someone.

"You are... Mikoto!"

"Long time no see, Ji Lin," the girl, also known as Mikoto, smiled and looked at Ji Lin, whose eyes were wide with shock.

A slight smile played on her lips, a mixture of joy and a gentle chuckle at Ji Lin's changing expression.

"You're not..."

"Explaining this would take a very long time, so let's deal with your own problems for now!" After saying this, Mikoto knelt down beside Ji Lin, looking at the body that had mostly disappeared.

With a flick of his right hand, a Cherry Blossom Orb appeared, emitting a soft light. Just after this pearl appeared, Ji Lin's body, which had been dissipating, suddenly stopped.

"This is?"

Ji Lin could feel her remnant soul being enveloped, a gentle power nourishing it, and the feeling that was about to disappear vanished instantly.

But that was all; the dissipated lower body still did not return.

"It can preserve your remnant soul, but it cannot completely resurrect you."

Even as a remnant soul, I am content.

Mikoto chuckled softly, "Perhaps someone wouldn't."

Ji Lin was stunned. Suddenly, she looked at Fu Hua in her arms. If Fu Hua knew that she was still alive and could even be resurrected, she would definitely not sit idly by.

Thinking of this, Ji Lin's eyes softened. Yes! It's not enough for just one person to think it's okay.

"So..."

"Before that, let me heal your body first! Otherwise, she'll be heartbroken to see you like this."

"Good"

Mikoto smiled again, extended her left hand, and energy gathered. An invisible wind swept by, but returned to calm in an instant. Just like that, a bright blue gem appeared, and the rich Honkai Energy Ji Lin change color.

"How do you have Herrscher Core?"

Mikoto shrugged. "Why bother with all that? Power is neither good nor bad; if used wisely, it is good."

Ji Lin remained silent. "Indeed, I was being old-fashioned."

The azure blue Herrscher Core floated calmly in Mikoto's left palm, unassuming and serene like an ordinary sapphire. However, only Ji Lin could sense the vast and concentrated Honkai Energy within it.

Just as Mikoto said, power is neither good nor bad, it only depends on the person who uses it. Unfortunately, after being corrupted by the Honkai, very few people can still retain human consciousness.

Over time, those who possessed the Herrscher Core became enemies, and this awareness took deep root in their hearts.

However, it is unknown whether her remnant soul can resist the consciousness of the Honkai and avoid being transformed into a Herrscher.

Seemingly sensing Ji Lin's concerns, Mikoto added another sentence.

"Don't worry, this is blank. There is no consciousness inside. The energy within is only to maintain your current body. Once the energy is used up, it will need to be replaced."

"So it can be done like this?" Ji Lin asked in confusion.

"You can ask Crimson Kite then."

"Hmm," Ji Lin nodded, and then fell silent.

After the explanation was almost complete, Mikoto did not hesitate at all. She placed the Herrscher Core in her left hand on Ji Lin's chest. Without any consciousness, it slowly merged into Ji Lin's body as Mikoto pushed her hand.

The body that had seemingly vanished was reconstructed, appearing as real as a physical body.

"This is"

He clenched his fists, and a tremendous power surged forth, far better than the previous feeling of being adrift. At this moment, he felt as if he were truly alive.

"Alright, now we need to settle Crimson Kite in. We can talk about anything else later."

"Good"

P. S.: Tsk! I'm so diligent, I even updated twice in a row! Did you expect that?! Guess what the bead that Mikoto took out is?

Actually, this book should be considered a branch of a series. Fu Hua came to the Douluo Continent because of Mikoto. There may be a surprise in the next chapter, or the chapter after that, but it will not exceed three chapters.

PS: Oh my! Ji Lin is alive!