Remove Malevolence and Exterminate Fiends

Time flew by like a fleeting white steed. Lin Yan and Mo Xuan joined forces, toiling across the vast desolate land of the Outer Area of the Canyon for nearly a hundred years.

A hundred years might have been no more than the blink of an eye to the Prehistoric World, but for this land, it had been enough to turn seas into mulberry fields and give it an entirely new face.

The Outer Area of the Canyon, once filled with Malevolent Qi and overrun by fierce beasts, had now changed dramatically. The Primal Chaos Plate had absorbed and transformed the Malevolent Qi across more than half the region. The air was no longer thick with Fierce Sha Qi full of Destructive Aura, but was gradually being filled with pure, peaceful Innate Spiritual Qi.

Across the land, ravines had been filled, Earthfire had been suppressed, and the fierce beasts that had once been everywhere, rampaging without restraint, had vanished without a trace. However, they had not all been slain. Some fierce beasts had quietly hidden away in secluded corners and gone into hiding.

That man and Kirin outside were far too vicious. Fierce beasts had no reason to speak of, but seeking fortune and avoiding danger was the instinct of all living beings. Since their enemies were so powerful, it was safer to hide in their old nests and wait until those two fierce beasts even more terrifying than themselves had left before going out to roam again.

That day, Lin Yan and Mo Xuan stood side by side atop a newly formed verdant hill, looking down at a marshland below that was emitting wisps of Malevolent Qi.

"Ha ha, that felt great!" Mo Xuan shook his magnificent Kirin Head, his Seven-Colored Scales gleaming brilliantly beneath the sunlight. "Lin Yan, look. There must be a fierce beast lair here. Let's go down and wipe it out."

Over the past hundred years, Mo Xuan, the Seven-Colored Qilin, had served as the pair's main fighter, trampling who knew how many fierce beast old nests flat beneath his hooves. This feeling of "upholding justice and cleansing Qiankun" gave this Kirin Young Master an immense sense of accomplishment.

But as more and more fierce beasts fell to their hands, it became increasingly difficult for him to gain that same sense of accomplishment. Now that he had finally discovered another Fierce Beast Lair, he could hardly wait to begin fighting.

Lin Yan withdrew his gaze from the marsh, which carried a faint Fierce Beast Aura and sparse Malevolent Qi, then turned to the Seven-Colored Qilin beside him. "Xiao Mo, don't be hasty. We won't kill the fierce beast here for now. Let him remain here."

"Hm? Leave him? Why? Judging by his aura, the fierce beast here shouldn't be very strong, right? I can handle him by myself." Mo Xuan asked in confusion.

"Xiao Mo, have you ever considered why Primordial Heaven and Earth has a Distinction Between Clear and Turbid, a Distinction Between Yin and Yang? And why it possesses both Spirit Qi that nourishes All Things and Malevolent Qi that destroys everything?"

Mo Xuan was taken aback. Tilting his head, he thought for a moment. "Great God Pangu opened up the Prehistoric World. The clear rose to become heaven, while the turbid sank to become earth. That is simply the Principle of Heaven and Earth. As for Spirit Qi and Malevolent Qi... well, Spirit Qi is good stuff, and Malevolent Qi is bad stuff. Good things should be kept, while bad things should naturally be removed. Why are there so many whys?"

"That may be true, but Heaven and Earth must still maintain balance in its workings," Lin Yan said slowly. "Think about it. Without the contrast of night, how could the brightness of day stand out? Without Severe Cold, how could one know the value of warmth? Though Malevolent Qi is a Power of Destruction, in some sense, it is also part of the Cycle of Heaven and Earth. It can break down decayed and declining things. In a way, it has made its own contribution to Heaven and Earth."

He paused, then pointed at the newly sprouted spirit herbs in the valley below. "Plants flourish and wither, and there will always come a time when they decline. If we clear away all Malevolent Qi and exterminate every fierce beast, then once these spirit herbs decay and rot, how will they be dealt with?

Little Kirin Mo Xuan had been born into the Qilin Clan and was an innately top-tier Spirit Beast. Whether it was the knowledge contained within his Bloodline Inheritance or the teachings of the elders in his clan, all had told him that fierce beasts were their natural enemies, while purifying Malevolent Qi was their innate duty.

This was the first time Lin Yan's words had offered him such an interpretation of the relationship between Spirit Qi and Malevolent Qi from another perspective. Yet after thinking it over carefully, it did seem to make a great deal of sense.

Seeing that he was still somewhat doubtful, Lin Yan continued, "Therefore, I believe that Malevolent Qi and fierce beasts cannot be completely eradicated. Instead, a dynamic balance must be sought between Spirit Qi and Malevolent Qi. Only then can the ecology continuously achieve Self-Improvement and make Heaven and Earth more stable."

Mo Xuan fell silent for a moment before suddenly speaking. "Lin Yan, what you said... seems to make some sense. An Elder in my clan once said that the Way of Heaven is to Reduce the Excess and Supplement the Deficient. Too Rigid Breaks Easily, Too Soft Withers, Solitary Yin Does Not Give Birth, and Solitary Yang Does Not Grow. It is actually the same principle as what you said. Pure 'cleanliness,' in the long run, is not a good thing for Heaven and Earth."

Hearing Mo Xuan say this, Lin Yan could not help revealing a trace of approval. It seemed this Kirin Young Master was quite good at thinking and was not some stubborn, hidebound fellow.

"Xiao Mo, your comprehension is terrifyingly strong. I only explained it a little, yet you understood right away. As expected of the Genius Qilin of the Qilin Clan, the three-thousand-five-hundred-and-sixtieth direct-line Great-Grandson of Senior Ancestor Qilin." Lin Yan promptly laid on the flattery.

Little Kirin Mo Xuan's eyes immediately narrowed. He was very susceptible to this approach. Whenever Lin Yan praised him, he would reveal this sort of expression.

This Little Kirin seems a little starved for affection. Just a couple of nice words and he has already fallen for it. How little does your Qilin Clan encourage its children? Lin Yan thought to himself.

Just as Lin Yan was about to praise the poor Little Kirin some more, the system suddenly delivered a notification.

[ Ding! It has been detected that the Host has eliminated most Adverse Factors within the designated range that severely affected the Ecological Environment, producing an initial Positive Impact on the Ecological Environment. The mission "Explore the million-li region surrounding the canyon and eliminate Adverse Factors within the range that affect the Ecological Environment" has been judged complete.]

[Reward for Host: cultivation raised to Mid Earth Immortal;]

[Reward for Host: three Innate Spiritual Objects, "Earthen Spiritual Crystals";]

[Reward for Host: divine ability "Earth Vein Resonance" (Beginner).]

Immediately afterward, a surge of pure energy flooded into his major acupoints. The Earth Origin within his Dantian also grew significantly, and his comprehension of the Law of Earth instantly deepened considerably. At the same time, a divine ability method for connecting more closely with the Great Earth Pulse was imprinted upon his heart.

Mid Earth Immortal... Lin Yan felt the sudden increase in power within his body, and his heart filled with delight.

Over the past several hundred years, he had absorbed countless amounts of Spirit Qi and Wutu Essence. The eighty-one segments of his true body had long been filled with Spirit Power, yet he had been unable to break through his current cultivation.

Now that he had completed one of the three missions, his cultivation had instantly risen by an entire level. It seemed that if he wanted to improve his cultivation, he had to complete missions with both quality and quantity.

"Eh?" Mo Xuan keenly sensed the change in Lin Yan's aura and asked curiously, "Lin Yan, how did your cultivation suddenly improve?"

Naturally, Lin Yan could not explain the system to him. He could only smile and brush it off. "Perhaps it was thanks to you. I gained some insight just now, so my cultivation naturally improved a little."

"Ha ha, the Elders in my clan have always said that Kirins are Auspicious Beasts. After spending so much time with me, you were influenced by the Auspicious Aura I give off, and even your cultivation rose by a level out of thin air." Mo Xuan was extremely proud of his Racial Talent.

Seeing how pleased with himself he was, Lin Yan followed along with a smile. "Naturally. Being with a Kirin Young Master like you, a Heavenly Auspiciousness with profound foundations, I will naturally receive greater Favor of the Heavenly Dao as well. Xiao Mo, then I shall thank you in advance." Lin Yan casually clasped his fists toward Mo Xuan in thanks.

Mo Xuan proudly raised his Kirin Head.

"Xiao Mo, we've been clearing Malevolent Qi continuously for a hundred years now. The fierce beasts and Fierce Plants around here have mostly been dealt with. How about you come back to my canyon with me and rest for a while?"

"Go to your home?" Mo Xuan's eyes lit up. He was naturally active, and even staying at Qilin Cliff for too long had made him feel stifled. That was why he had secretly run out to travel through the Prehistoric World. Over the years, he had heard Lin Yan mention his canyon camp countless times and had long wanted to see it for himself.

"Sure, sure!" Mo Xuan hurriedly agreed. "I'm getting tired of fighting fierce beasts too. There are no fierce beasts here worth me making a move against anymore. Perfect, I'll go have some fun at your home. By the way, does your home have anything fun?"

Lin Yan smiled. "Don't worry, you definitely won't be disappointed. But before we head back, we still need to do something first."