The Conversation

"To give a gift of Divine Ability that is so rare that it is hard to find anywhere in the world, my husband, you are very generous."

Inside the inner hall of the Silver River Water Palace.

Ao Le nestled in Lu Qingfeng's arms and chuckled softly, but there was a hint of worry in her eyes.

"Ao Jun is the son of Third Brother, and he is our nephew."

"Giving him a Divine Ability for self-defense is nothing."

Lu Qingfeng shook his head.

He had already enhanced the 'Soul-Severing Divine Radiance' to the level of Great Divine Ability back in the Barbarian God Realm. However, Great Divine Ability are too profound, and Lu Qingfeng worried that Ao Jun would not be able to master them in his lifetime, so he only passed on ordinary Divine Ability.

Even so.

With a powerful Divine Ability hand, especially the formidable 'Soul-Severing Divine Radiance', Ao Jun's strength would be elevated several levels. Once he mastered its cultivation and unleashed its full potential, he would be invincible in his realm.

"Jun'er is still young. If he flaunts his age outside, he may cause trouble."

Ao Le knew Lu Qingfeng's feelings—

The fact that she gave such a generous gift upon their first meeting must be because of her third brother Ao Lie Ao Jun, and her own reputation.

Although she was happy, she was also worried about the potential problems.

Also.

"A hundred years ago."

"The Sorrow River Heaven-Suppressing Army's 'Heaven-Illuminating Treasure Mirror' illuminates the movements of demons in the East Sinking Continent, and all of them are recorded in the treasure mirror. Afterwards, someone examined the treasure mirror and saw that my husband, enveloped in blood and light, sank into the ground and disappeared without a trace in the Ghost-Cry Maze."

"According to the confessions of the demons in the Ghost-Cry Maze, the Sorrow River has determined that my husband, under the alias 'He Shan,' joined the Bloodspring Demon Sect, which is considered a betrayal."

Ao Le leaned against Lu Qingfeng's chest and recounted the story of Guangyuan's betrayal and defection to the demons, and Min River's exile to the Poison Dragon Pool.

Lu Qingfeng had already heard about these things from Luofuzi Zhang of the Mount Yu Sect Chang Zhang Sect, but hearing Ao Le recount them now brought a different kind of feeling to his heart.

"This is a long story—"

Lu Qingfeng shook his head with a wry smile.

Whether it was his seclusion for a hundred years or the discovery of him in the Ghost-Cry Maze by the Heaven-Suppressing Army, neither was his wish, nor was it something he expected.

At that time.

One of his avatars cultivated the "Blood Sea True Scripture," merging with the Blood Sea and bearing Blood Sea boundless sins. This caused Lu Qingfeng to be burdened with overwhelming Karmic Power, not only exposing his true nature but also diverting all his mental energy, leaving him only able to silently recite the Yellow Court to resolve the situation.

All his External Incarnation fell into a state of mental stagnation, pretending to be in 'seclusion'.

This is why, after Lu Qingfeng emerged from seclusion, he knew nothing about the Min River or his own affairs, and ignored all the people sent by Ao Le to the Mount Yu Sect.

And under those circumstances at the time.

The Heaven-Suppressing Army, high above in the sky, used the 'Heaven-Illuminating Treasure Mirror' to illuminate the earth, and thus clearly saw Lu Qingfeng's movements after the great formation inside and outside the Ghost-Cry Maze was broken.

Afterwards, officials such as the "Illuminating Official" and the "Censure Office" jointly reviewed the Precious Mirror.

Lu Qingfeng's whereabouts were uncovered, and his background and origins were thoroughly investigated. They then questioned each of the demonic Devil Cultivator Ghost-Cry Maze.

The Censure Office then convicted Ao Zhan's son-in-law, Guangyuan, of the following:

They betrayed and joined the demons.

As the son-in-law of the Min River Dragon, Ao Zhan and others were implicated by him and were all banished to the Poison Dragon Pool.

"I've dragged you all into this."

The creation of the Blood-Sea Doppelganger was terrifying and should not be spoken aloud to avoid revealing the secret. Lu Qingfeng looked at Ao Le, feeling guilty.

"We're family, let's not talk about implicating each other."

Ao Le shook his head.

Knowing that Lu Qingfeng had many secrets, she didn't delve into them, but simply frowned slightly and said, "If my husband wants to use Mount Yu to escape this time, it won't be easy. A hundred years ago, the Heaven-Suppressing Grand Marshal only let bygones be bygones for Red Cypress's defection to the demons because of 'Senior Brother Luofu.' But one thing can't be done twice. Your whereabouts were discovered in the Ghost-Cry Maze, and afterwards your identity as 'He Shan' was exposed. Even if the Mount Yu Sect Leader intervenes, it will be difficult to shake the judgment of the Sorrow River Dragon Palace and the Heaven-Suppressing Grand Marshal."

As Ao Le spoke, she noticed the ease on Lu Qingfeng's face, and her brows immediately relaxed. She playfully scolded Lu Qingfeng, "My husband has returned so confidently, he must be sure he can clear his name. Le'er worry for nothing?"

He returned as a criminal.

He bestowed Divine Ability powers at will without fear of future troubles.

Based on Ao Le's understanding of Lu Qingfeng, he knew that Lu Qingfeng must have a way to deal with the current situation.

"Not only was his injustice cleared—"

Ao Le looked at Lu Qingfeng, only to see Lu Qingfeng's lips move slightly as he explained to her.

Ao Le was increasingly shocked as he listened, his eyes widening in surprise.

Immediately, a burst of light flashed in the inner hall.

Upon seeing this light, Ao Le's face lit up with a radiant smile, all his worries vanished, and he felt completely at ease.

"Uncle!"

Three days later.

Lu Qingfeng and Ao Le walked out of the inner hall hand in hand. Ao Jun had been waiting outside for a long time. When he saw the two of them, his eyes fell on Lu Qingfeng. His eyes were burning with desire. Without making any move, he bowed to the ground and said excitedly, "Nephew Ao Jun thanks Uncle for bestowing the Dharma!"

Three days.

Ao Jun swallowed the elixir, restoring his divine soul and incidentally gaining some insight into the 'Soul-Severing Divine Radiance'. Under Lu Qingfeng's Enlightenment, although Ao Jun had only recently acquired this Divine Ability, it was equivalent to comprehending two hundred years' worth of experience. Although he hadn't truly mastered it, he could already unleash some of its power and witness its mysteries.

Only then did I realize how precious this method was.

Feeling grateful, he waited outside the hall, just to express his thanks in person.

"Although the method is good, it still requires diligent practice."

Lu Qingfeng reached out and helped Ao Jun up, laughing heartily.

"Your nephew will follow your uncle's teachings."

Ao Jun stood up and respectfully responded.

Looking up at her uncle, whom she was meeting for the second time, she recalled the opinions of the people in the Min River Dragon Palace over the years, the image of her aunt holding a painting and stroking the person in the painting with deep longing, and the Divine Ability of 'Soul-Severing Divine Radiance'. For a moment, she felt that her eyes were filled with mist, and her uncle was shrouded in mist.

The mystery of the end.

"Those rumors were indeed just rumors."

"Even my father seemed to believe it."

Ao Jun thought to himself.

His aunt missed him terribly and could bestow Divine Ability powers upon him at will, so how could his uncle do such despicable things as extorting money, demanding bribes, or embezzling rations?

Ao Jun shook his head inwardly, thinking to himself that rumors are hurtful and gossip is laughable.

"I never expected that Jun'er and my husband would get along so well."

"It's only the second time we've met, and he only has eyes for his uncle, not his aunt."

Ao Le glanced at Ao Jun, then looked at Lu Qingfeng, his eyes full of teasing and mockery.

Lu Qingfeng smiled but remained silent.

Ao Jun, seeing the smile on his aunt's face, knew it was a joke and said with a forced smile, "Aunt, please don't make fun of your nephew."

"Ha ha!"

Upon hearing this, Ao Le and Lu Qingfeng exchanged a glance and both burst out laughing.

Silver River Water Palace.

Lu Qingfeng, Ao Le, and Ao Jun sat down and chatted casually.

Outside the hall, a general suddenly ran in and knelt down, urgently saying, "Reporting to the Water Lord and Young General, Green Bull Mountain has dispatched three thousand troops and is challenging us to battle outside the Water Palace!"

"Green Bull Mountain?"

Lu Qingfeng looked at Ao Le.

But Ao Le, dressed in military attire, immediately drew his sword upon hearing this, stood up, and angrily shouted, "You Green Bull Mountain, you really dare to come here to bully us!"

A single word was uttered.

Anger surged forth, but he quickly regained his senses and looked down at Lu Qingfeng beside him.

His anger vanished instantly, his face flushed red, and the dignified Lord Silver River appeared somewhat awkward and shy.

"These years."

"You've suffered."

Lu Qingfeng grasped Ao Le's hand, feeling guilty and pity. Seeing the murderous look on Ao Le's face instantly turn into tenderness, he said to Ao Jun beside him, "Jun'er, you lead the way."

"Yes."

Ao Jun, oblivious to matters of the heart, was overjoyed upon hearing this. With his uncle around, what was there to fear from the small Green Bull Mountain?!

He immediately stood up and strode forward, rushing out of the water palace.

"Let's go too."

"Let's see what kind of monster dares to disturb my reunion with Le'er."

Lu Qingfeng, holding Ao Le's hand, strode out of the hall.

Silver River Water Palace.

Three thousand demons lined up, each exuding Sha Qi.

The two demons were the leaders.

It was none other than Green Bull King of Green Bull Mountain and his Green Bull King, Ox Mountain.

On the front lines.

A demon general raised his voice and challenged them to battle.

Following behind were the Green Bull King and Ox Mountain. Ox Mountain, with its ox head, glanced at the Silver River Water Palace, then looked at the Green Bull King, hesitatingly saying, "This Silver River Water Lord is the daughter of the Poison Dragon Pool Lord appointed by the Sorrow River Dragon Palace. Although the Poison Dragon Pool Lord is unworthy of the title, hiding in the Purple Sun River, he is still quite powerful. If we attack the Silver River Water Palace like this, won't we—"

Green Bull Mountain had long since allied itself with the Golden Lotus Sect and the Spirit Communion Limitless Gate, but it also had a good understanding of the surrounding area while suppressing the local population.

I know it myself—

Although the Silver River Water Palace is no match for Green Bull Mountain, it is backed by the Poison Dragon Pool Lord, whose strength is unknown. If pushed too far, who knows if it might attract immeasurable experts.

Ox Mountain felt somewhat uncertain.

"What's there to be afraid of!"

"I have come here merely to press my advantage and dampen the morale of the Silver River, lest they grow stronger in silence and pose a threat to my Green Bull Mountain. I do not intend to actually breach the Silver River Water Palace and kill the Silver River Water Lord."

"The Water Lord of Poison Dragon Pool is outnumbered and outmatched, and is too busy to help himself."

"As long as his daughter's life is not in danger, why would he have time to go to the Silver River? Besides, my Green Bull Mountain is backed by the Golden Lotus Sect, and it is not without experts comparable to the Poison Dragon Pool Lord behind us."

The Green Bull King sneered.

Although he was born a bull demon, he had managed his territory and built a considerable empire, possessing exceptional wisdom and intelligence. He was ordered to guard Green Bull Mountain and contain the Silver River Water Palace. However, he knew in his heart that currently, only the Silver River Water Lord and the young general of the Silver River Water Palace were worth paying attention to; the others were all insignificant.

Rather than destroying the Silver River Water Palace, which could potentially attract the Poison Dragon Pool Lord or other powerful figures and cause unforeseen changes, it would be better to confront the Silver River Water Palace as it is.

Destroying their forces poses no threat whatsoever.

At that time, I can lie high on Green Bull Mountain and watch the people on all sides fight to the death. Wouldn't that be wonderful?

Ox Mountain listened, his eyes shining, and he couldn't help but admire him wholeheartedly, "Father is indeed very thoughtful."

However, the words had barely left his mouth.

Whoosh!

The surrounding scenery changed, and when my vision returned, three figures appeared before me.

One of the female generals and the young general, Ox Mountain knew each other.

Ox Mountain was terrified, but before he could utter a sound, a surprised voice rang out beside him, "Silver River Shuijun?!"

Ox Mountain turned his head and saw that his father, the Green Bull King, had also been captured out of thin air, just like him. He was kneeling on the ground, unable to move.

"The Green Bull King".

Ao Jun's eyes widened slightly. He was startled to see the Green Bull King and his son, but immediately turned to look at Lu Qingfeng, only to see Lu Qingfeng pointing a finger to the sky, where lightning surged.

Rumble!

The roar was incessant, instantly engulfing the three thousand demons of Green Bull Mountain. Lightning flashed and thunder raged.

The Green Bull King and his son were out of control, their bodies suspended in mid-air, and the three thousand demons were all within their sight.

"Your Majesty!"

"It is the King!"

The demons roared in alarm, and seeing the Thunder Prison all around, the chaos intensified.

At this time.

Yet a mysterious and loud sound resounded throughout the heavens and earth—

"The Green Bull King and his son have already submitted to the Silver River Water Palace. Why don't you all surrender immediately?!"

The sound was deafening.

A strange power spread out and exploded in the hearts of the three thousand demons.

The next moment.

Jingle bells!

The three thousand demons laid down their weapons, knelt on the ground, and shouted—

"We are willing to surrender!"