The Stars, My Home

Through the perception of his soul, Huai Shi sensed that destiny far away in the Present Realm, operating above Tamba.

The Great Siming of today had already enveloped that city.

Like a guardian deity.

Soon, he sensed the existence of his Origin Essence Weaponry as well, and where they now resided. Like blessings and enhancements, they guarded those souls.

But they were also part of his own soul.

What was this supposed to be...

Was he giving himself gifts?

He had suddenly met the fate of being divided into five. It was a little too exciting, and he could hardly process it.

And besides...

Huai Shi turned back, his eyes widening in stunned disbelief.

"...Why did you take so much too?!"

Tong Ji puffed out her chest without the slightest shame and solemnly retorted, "Of course it's because Sister Crow is under a lot of pressure, so naturally Sister Crow gets to take more!

"Fine..."

"Do you still remember the essence of the Heavenly Inquiry Path?" Tong Ji suddenly asked.

"You mean... 'sharing'?" Huai Shi asked.

"Exactly. Now, you've shared all your strength, Huai Shi. But have you become weaker?" Tong Ji asked. "On the contrary, you've become stronger. You're standing at a higher starting point.

"It isn't merely your one-sided giving. There is also the heartfelt return of those you have saved.

"To a certain extent, this already touches upon divine authority. This is true 'unity of all.' Even with the same ritual and treatment, no other Ascender of the Heavenly Inquiry Path besides you could achieve this."

She reached out, pressing a hand onto Huai Shi's shoulder, and told him, "You must remember where your power comes from."

"You mean... the people I protect?" Huai Shi vaguely understood.

"No, what are you thinking?"

Tong Ji shook her head,