There's Always Half of Him, The Marriage Tree's Fruit

The late autumn Southern Border was tinged with a chill, adding a touch of desolation to the Hanging Temple in the twilight.

Even after the Five Elements Realm closed, the Demon Race did not leave.

For the first time ever, a vegetarian meal was laid out in the main hall of the Hanging Temple, and all the demons were present, each with a different expression.

The Divine Monk Huai Kong sat beneath the Buddha statue, his eyelids lowered, neither sad nor happy.

He put his hands together and said:

"The mission of the Hanging Temple in Southern Border is to protect the Heavenly Jade, through thousands of years of blooming and withering."

"Now that the karmic connection has ended, after the banquet, there will be no more Hanging Temple in Southern Border."

Previously, the demons had more or less harbored illusions, but now Huai Kong's words couldn't be more straightforward.

Heavenly Jade has always been able to recognize its owner.

It's just that no demon has been able to do it for thousands of years.

Countless eyes turned to the person in the head seat.

Every demon king and great demon present was a powerful figure who could command the winds and rains in the Southern Border, yet the one sitting on the head seat was a young girl.

She sat down as soon as she came in, very naturally.

Although the Hanging Temple never interfered with the Demon Race of the Southern Border, it remained Square warning bell hanging over Demon Race heads. Now, the Hanging Temple is leaving.

But then there was the Divine Jade Green Phoenix Goddess wielded the divine jade.

Perhaps the future Green Phoenix Empress?

What will the future hold for Southern Border?

However, the room fell silent, and for a moment no demon spoke a question.

She perfectly embodies the word 'Goddess'.

She was already extremely dazzling and aloof from the world. After obtaining the Divine Jade, even Shang Qinqing, the Green Phoenix Clan sitting next to her, paled in comparison.

Her gaze was distant, and she seemed to be surrounded by an invisible, heavily guarded presence, making it impossible to approach her.

To be honest.

Once the demons entered the main hall of the Hanging Temple, they all wanted to kowtow to her first.

So who would dare to ask her directly?

So they could only murmur among themselves.

"By the way, where's Wu Mo?"

"Could it be that he suffered serious injuries after failing to seize the Divine Jade and left in despair?"

"Even the Cry Dragon Clan has disappeared. Could it be that they're worried about the Avian Clan..."

"Alas, what a pity. I wonder how the battle between the two demons unfolded."

"Wu Mo is a once-in-a-millennium talent, with the opportunity to wield the Divine Jade, but he was unlucky and happened to encounter her..."

While the demon kings and great demons were whispering amongst themselves...

Suddenly interrupted by a voice:

No.

"?"

The demons were stunned for a moment, only to see that the one who spoke was none other than the Green Phoenix Goddess.

"He wasn't unlucky, nor did he lose to me."

Ying Bing's tone was gentle and calm, her gaze seemingly passing through the Buddha Hall, heading somewhere unknown, yet as clear as her words.

"Then why did you end up obtaining the Divine Jade..." a powerful demon asked curiously.

"He let me have it."

"???"

"The Divine Jade, it belongs to him, forever."

Ying Bing's gaze remained fixed outside, but she gently nodded to Zhen, confirming once again that she had not broken her promise.

The expressions of the demons in the arena became incredibly varied, though most were bewildered.

Heavenly Jade!

The future Demon Lord of Southern Border!

Did they just hand it over?

The vegetarian feast at the Hanging Temple didn't even include any alcohol, so why did they all immediately think they were drunk? Could there really be a demon who could give away this food?

But when the Green Phoenix Goddess spoke these words, her expression was like that of a Bodhisattva who knew of the beauty of spring in the human world.

If it were him...

"Wu Mo once said that he hoped the Demon Race could unite..."

"Could he be setting an example by giving up the Heavenly Jade to show us that there are no insurmountable barriers in the world?"

"Hiss... He left without a trace after accomplishing his task, not even wanting to accept the worship of other demons. He is truly a noble demon, a demon who has transcended base desires."

"Waaah, I'm about to lose my little pearl!"

The demons present felt as if they had discovered the truth.

"From now on, the Heavenly Jade will not only belong to the Green Phoenix Clan."

Ying Bing squeezed the large-headed Big-Headed Doll at her waist and said softly:

"I will have the Divine Jade visit each tribe regularly; the order in which they visit is up to you to decide."

Having said that, she stopped looking at the various demon kings with their different expressions and got up to leave.

Divine Monk Huai Kong glanced at Shang Qinqing out of the corner of his eye and sighed softly:

"Today's vegetarian meal includes one more dish for you all to try: the Hundred Flavor Fruit, which represents the blossoming and fruiting of the Hanging Temple in the Southern Border."

After saying that, he took out an object, which turned out to be a bright red, heart-shaped exotic fruit.

Ying Bing didn't even turn her head.

"This Hundred Flavor Fruit is the culmination of the Marriage Tree's accumulation over thousands of years..."

Brush--

Huai Kong was somewhat bewildered by the sudden return of a certain Green Phoenix Goddess.

Ying Bing looked calmly at the old monk, her delicate hand outstretched and raised.

His eyes clearly said, "Give it to me, thank you."

"One for each person, please."

He picked up a single fruit.

Ying Bing released the Big-Headed Doll with her other hand and made a "two" gesture.

Divine Monk Huai Kong: "..."

The Green Phoenix Goddess left without taking away a single cloud.

They only took two fruits with them.

"As for the order of these Divine Jade, how should we put it? Let's give the first one to the Cry Dragon Clan, after all, they are the clan of Wu Mo..."

"Let's eat first, I'll try this fruit."

"Tsk, so sour, such a sharp and sarcastic taste."

"And you?"

"Hiss... not spicy."

"Hmm? Why do I feel a warm sensation in my stomach? This fruit seems to have some miraculous effects..."

At the same time.

Inside the Aquatic Clan Grotto-Heaven of the Hanging Temple.

The Aquatic Clan were enjoying Master Li's big pot of food. Sky Dragon Little Li was standing on a huge seashell, holding a spatula, and using his primordial power to stir-fry the ingredients inside over a great fire.

He cooked the rice and dishes for five or six giant clams all by himself, and there was still plenty of room for him.

After everything was finished, Murong Xiao acted as a waiter, and the Aquatic Clan feasted on the food.

"Boss Mo, you've worked so hard."

"No, no... You've all worked hard too."

Li Mo jumped off the giant clam and watched the Aquatic Clan carefree as they began to eat and drink, sighing softly to himself.

Many Aquatic Clan toiled hard in the Five Elements Realm, only to end up with nothing.

He's certainly achieved his goal... cough

I wish the investment returns could be paid out now.

"Is it because the Ice Block hasn't completely refined the Jade Phoenix God yet, which is why the feedback hasn't been sent yet?"

"Among the rewards, putting everything else aside, there's bound to be Gilded Creation Seal, right...?"

Li Mo's thoughts were racing, his mind soaring higher and higher.

He then shook his head, telling himself not to bite off more than he could chew.

He still has many divine objects that he hasn't fully utilized.

For example, the "Wukong Seeking the Dao Diagram," the "All-Heavens Star Profound Pill Scripture," and even the "Extreme Weapon Slaughter Body" that I obtained at the very beginning, are not yet fully complete.

There's no rush for returns on investment; let Ice Block take their time...

She just obtained the Divine Jade; the Demon Race will definitely have to deal with her...

Do you eat fruit after your meal?

"Um?"

When Little Li is focused on thinking, he will subconsciously take anything that someone gives him.

So he had a bright red fruit in his hand.

Like a heart.

The little rascal is about to faint from sleepiness. Goodnight, everyone.

I've already thought of what I'd say in my sleep tonight:

"Needs a recharge~~~"