Seeking Purification

After listening to Varus' story, I told him about some of the current situation, especially the situation in Shurima.♤💚 ➅➈ 🍟🎅

Upon hearing the news of Azir's resurrection, and especially Khopesh's return to the world, Varus's reaction was quite different from the other Vastaya; he was deeply moved and wanted to rush back to Shurima homage.

Since waking up, his bloodlust has been rising, causing him great discomfort and making him desperately need relief.

A thousand years have passed, but the effects of the Void energy still linger. If it were Sivir, perhaps Khopesh's power could be used to restore him to his original form!

At the same time, Varus hesitated. He didn't want to appear before the emperor in his current form. Ascended were noble Celestial Warrior, but now he was a demon hated by everyone.

In the end, he dispelled his doubts and decided he didn't want things to continue like this. He wanted to restore the glory and help Azir restore the empire to its former glory!

"It seems we can become friends. I am honored to have met your emperor."

"If I didn't have those other two guys inside me, I'd be happy, but it's too much of a hassle now; my body is still under their control."

Varus seemed helpless; in this respect, he was quite similar to Rhaast, both having to obey their hosts.

Then I heard another voice. "Varus, perhaps we have misunderstood you. You are not a ruthless demon. Since your heart is set on the light, I am willing to give you my body!"

"That's wonderful! You two brats can sleep peacefully now. Once I lift the curse, you'll be free!"

The voice did not respond further, seemingly acquiescing to Varus's control over the body.

I am also very pleased. I never expected that this operation would not only not create any more powerful enemies, but would instead make a very beneficial friend.

Unfortunately, Varus said he was the only neutral Vastaya and it was impossible to find a second ally.

I was also very interested in the part about when he woke up. He said that someone was calling to him and trying to recruit him to rebel against the gods!

This is extremely crucial information: uniting the Vastaya to rebel against the gods. I can't help but think of their former leader: Aatrox!

He wasn't present during the Vastaya conflict at all; what he was doing at the time remains a mystery. Moreover, compared to Evelynn manipulating everything from behind the scenes, I'm more inclined to believe Aatrox.

Only Aatrox has the ability and prestige to make Ascended betray the bloodline of Shetaka; even Bai Juen himself said that he had betrayed his original intentions.

Did he resent Shetaka's decisions after witnessing the Vastaya War, and thus turn his anger towards the god who granted them power?

I can't be sure, but this guess is very plausible! I didn't tell Varus any of this, after all, Aatrox was also a sacred being to him.

I was originally planning to go to Demacia to find some help, but it seems I'll have to go to Shurima first. Before that, I need to tell Hecarim.

I used my mind to convey the situation here to Miyue and Hecarim. Miyue was relieved after hearing it, but Hecarim was not quite convinced and wanted to come find us.

She is very skilled in perception; as long as we keep in touch, she can quickly locate me using her ability to sense Spiritual Power.

So we waited in the woods. Then I suddenly remembered that Akali and the others were still waiting for me. I was so busy chatting with Varus that I forgot about them.

I called a few people over and made introductions. Everyone was surprised; we were originally prepared for a life-or-death battle, but we ended up becoming friends.

Soon after, Hecarim arrived, followed by several men armed with weapons, seemingly to protect her from danger.

The moment they saw Varus, these guys all got ready to fight, but I stopped them:

"Stop! Varus is not the enemy!"

"He's already killed so many people, and you're still siding with him!"

"He was only forced to fight back; people attacked him first. If you were involved in the battle, you should know that, right?"

"This is the first time we've seen him. His face alone is enough to tell, isn't it? Besides, there are three corpses next to him. Who are you, and why are you stopping us!"

"I am Yasuo, and I have just succeeded Syndra as the Harbinger of the North."

My words clearly surprised them, and after they calmed down, they expressed doubt about what I had said:

"The Great One of Harbinger cannot speak, so why can you? Besides, your age is clearly wrong! If you dare to spout nonsense, don't blame us for being impolite!"

"Ask Hecarim; she found me using my Spiritual Power."

The group turned around and saw Hecarim nod. Finally, they dared not doubt me anymore and quickly apologized. The authority of the Harbinger was not something that could be questioned by just anyone.

At this point, Hecarim asked me what had happened. I didn't answer her; instead, I opened my closed mind and let her understand for herself. This was much easier than explaining it to her with words.

After learning the truth, Hecarim was somewhat surprised, but eventually put aside her prejudice, and I told her about what happened at the North Spring Temple and how I became the Harbinger.

She first welcomed me, then said she would gather more experts from the East to deal with any other Vastaya that might appear. After our conversation, she used her Spiritual Power to write three words in the air: Go back.

Although these people kept their eyes fixed on Varus and were very unwilling to believe this fact, the Harbinger had given them the choice to leave.

Having resolved matters in the east, it was time to set off for Shurima. We bid farewell to Li and, led by Shen, returned to the Kinkou Order.

Using teleportation magic twice in quick succession, especially with Varus's massive body on the way back, Shen was struggling and quickly used a secret technique to meditate and recover.

While I was at it, I asked Akali to help me buy a large robe; Varus's appearance isn't suitable for traveling.

After getting ready, we set off. There was a portal built by the Noxus mage army on the western outskirts of Prexian, which led to Shurima.

But when I got there, the garrison wouldn't let me use it no matter what I said; I needed Talon's order to do so, because using the portal was a very important matter.

There was nothing I could do but return to the North Spring Temple and explain the situation to Talon. On the way, I met Wukong, who was on his way to the Kinkou Monastery to inquire about me. I didn't expect to run into him on the way.

"You're back so soon, Master! I was just about to go to Abbot Kennen's place to inquire about you. It's so good to hear that you're safe and sound!"

Wukong always called Kennen "little mouse," but after seeing the power he unleashed during his fight with Zed, he never dared to call him that again.

I need to go to Shurima to take care of some business. Do you want to come with me?

"Of course! But what kind of place is Shurima?"

"It's a vast desert, with many oases within it..."