The moment the dark space vanished, a warm glow enveloped her. Lin Zhixia's feet touched solid ground, and she found herself in a familiar little town—the Bluestone Road wound through the streets, shops lined the roadside, and the air carried the lived-in warmth of her childhood memories. It was the Starfall Illusion Realm, recreated from the path of her growth. There was neither sun nor moon in the sky above, only countless stars drifting across the heavens. The phantom of the Starfall Prophet Skull floated overhead, radiating a gentle silver glow.
"The fifth trial, the Trial of Love: Starfall Prophet Skull," the Will of the God Realm said gently. "Make three choices, glimpse the true meaning of love, and foresee the direction of the future. Only then will you pass."
As soon as the voice fell silent, hurried footsteps sounded from the street corner. A young Ning Rongrong ran forward in panic, clutching Sword Douluo's hand. Not far behind them, several Spirit Hall Soul Masters in uniform searched about with portraits in hand, shouting, "Capture Ning Rongrong, and there will be a hefty reward!"
When Ning Rongrong's phantom saw Lin Zhixia, a pleading light flashed in her eyes. "Sister Zhixia, save me!"
Two choices entered Lin Zhixia's mind at once: "Abandon the trial and save her" or "Continue the trial." Memories of fighting alongside Rongrong in their childhood surged into her heart, but this trial concerned the Divine Position Inheritance and was also the foundation for protecting everyone.
"I choose a third option." Lin Zhixia's gaze was resolute as she turned and rushed toward the woods outside the town. She channeled Star Power and lured a fierce beast away in the opposite direction from Ning Rongrong. The beast's roar successfully drew the Spirit Hall Soul Masters' attention, causing them to