185 Confirmation

As the concept of Temperance began to take effect, in Yuan Chen's perception, Ne'Zuk's ideology in the spiritual realm also gradually became clearer.

In fact, even Yuan Chen himself wasn't quite sure whether the Temperance he possessed could actually work against the curse on Ne'Zuk.

Because the curse on the Dark Descendant was not cast by mortals, but was a spell jointly created by the First Twilight Spirit, Myisha, and the Dark Descendant who control the source of Blood Magic.

In this case, if the Dark Descendant Curse were to be assessed on an equal footing, it would at least be a top-tier legendary spell.

Temperance itself, as a power wielded by an unknown Nascent Demon, is of legendary quality, but due to factors such as the loss of its true name and the lack of awakening of its class, its effectiveness against external objects is very limited.

However, as the power of the Upright Temperance was gradually released, Yuan Chen could clearly feel that the curse spell engraved on Ne'Zuk's soul, which had almost merged with his soul, was not as deeply rooted as he had imagined.

As he thought about it, Yuan Chen's gaze gradually became more serious.

The idea that it's not so deeply rooted is only in contrast to Yuan Chen's worst-case scenario. In reality, even in its current state, without the power of Temperance as a key, a true separation would be impossible.

As he unleashed his power, Ne'Zuk began to let out a sharp roar.

Accompanied by the roar, its physical body, located in the spiritual realm, began to expand and collapse continuously.

One by one, tumors rapidly proliferated under the skin without any warning, accompanied by foul-smelling pus and blood. Their bodies began to split open from the spine on the back, and then a dark red light flew out from the split flesh.

The instant the blood splattered, Ne'Zuk's consciousness collapsed to the ground as if his bones had been ripped out.

Turning to look, in the spiritual realm, what had been Temperance and separated from Ne'Zuk's body was a skeleton composed entirely of coagulated, decaying flesh.

Upon seeing the form of the curse, Yuan Chen nodded thoughtfully.

The material realm influences the spiritual realm; for example, the Rune Wars were a period of peak activity in the spiritual realm, as are the traditional customs of Ionia.

However, the spiritual realm also influences the material realm.

If, in the spiritual realm, the curses that Ne'Zuk suffered took on a skeletal form, then in the material realm, the connection between the Dark Descendant curse and the physical body would only be even stronger.

Just as Yuan Chen was still thinking, as the curse was removed, Ne'Zuk, who had been lying on the ground, began to tremble after a brief silence.

His previously clouded and confused gaze gradually cleared, and his dark eyes transformed from hesitation and confusion into solemnity.

Looking around at the space, after a brief period of sensing and confirmation, Ne'Zuk also turned his gaze to Yuan Chen beside him.

"Human, is this your spiritual realm?"

"Yes."

Yuan Chen nodded, his gaze narrowing slightly as he looked at Ne'Zuk's face—did he not recognize him?

Is it because my future self didn't have any contact with him? Being single is impossible...

Thinking it over, Yuan Chen showed no change in expression on the surface, but instead asked:

"May I ask if you can recall who you are?"

"Of course I know!"

Hearing Yuan Chen's words, although his spirit was still extremely weak due to having just escaped the curse, his mind cleared, Ne'Zuk was clearly somewhat impatient with Yuan Chen's questions:

"I am the Ascended! The Proof of Truth of the Shurima Empire! The Heron that Brings Enlightenment and Wisdom to the Desert! The Elemental King of Ixialia! The Chosen One of the Vidalion Loom! The Builder of the Monolith Fortress! The Celestial Ne'Zuk!"

Looking at Yuan Chen before him, though weak, Ne'Zuk's tone was still filled with a clear sense of pride.

It's only because he's weak and powerless right now that Yuan Chen is certain this guy is looking down his nose at him.

Thinking about it, Yuan Chen stroked his chin and asked in confusion:

"Then how did you become Dark Descendant?"

"Shut up! You arrogant fool!"

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's words, Ne'Zuk, like a cat whose tail had been guessed, roared angrily:

"I am an immortal Celestial Warrior! You pathetic mortal, you have been fortunate enough to break my seal, but that does not mean you can act recklessly before me!!"

He paused, as if remembering something, Ne'Zuk suppressed his anger, saying in a low voice:

"Enough. Mortals are short-sighted and foolish, unable to see the essence of things through appearances. I forgive your ignorance, but now, offer your body and soul, and I will bestow upon you infinite truth and glory."

As he spoke, perhaps having become familiar with the laws of the spiritual realm, Ne'Zuk stood up, crossed his arms, and looked down on Yuan Chen as if Yuan Chen was not the one who had saved him, but merely a lucky bug.

Even if it's to repay a debt of gratitude, this attitude is more like giving charity.

But it doesn't really matter, since Ascended are completely different from humans in both their external form and internal structure.

In fact, Yuan Chen could clearly sense that the magic flowing within Ne'Zuk's body was no longer a power accessible to ordinary mages, but a more special and extraordinary power.

Yes, this must be the divine power bestowed upon us by the Sun Disc.

After thinking it over, Yuan Chen simply said:

"I am Yuan Chen."

"Yuan Chen?"

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's words, Ne'Zuk, who had been so arrogant, was slightly taken aback and then lowered his head.

A pair of sharp eyes scanned Yuan Chen intently. After a long silence, his brow furrowed, and he said with a face full of doubt:

"Impossible! Although my consciousness is constantly being shattered and reassembled by the curse, I still remember what Yuan Chen looks like... He's not a weak and powerless person like you!"

Here we go again...

Yuan Chen thought to himself--

Not only Ne'Zuk, Styraatu also seems to have said that his future self is significantly different from his present self.

Thinking this through, Yuan Chen didn't delve into it further, but went straight to the point:

"The remnants of the Void from three thousand years ago caused unrest along with the founding of Ixialia. The first Golden Army, which perished in Icathia, and nine Ascended were also corrupted by the Void and are now heading towards Yishuaoken."

Hearing Yuan Chen's words, Ne'Zuk narrowed his eyes. After a long silence, Ne'Zuk asked:

"Ixialia has decided to open its kingdom?"

"Yes."

Having received an affirmative answer, Ne'Zuk paused, then released his arms from his chest and looked at Yuan Chen hesitantly, saying:

"Are you really Yuan Chen?"