Furina's Stage! The Eighteenth Entry of the Golden Ranking List Revealed!

Neuvillette, who was sipping tea while sitting at the stone table, paused slightly in his movements.

He set down the exquisite teacup in his hand and looked up, his pale purple slit pupils remaining calm and undisturbed.

"The way of the sword?"

Neuvillette shook his head gently.

"You have misunderstood."

"I do not understand any way of the sword."

Di Tian was stunned.

He didn't understand it?

Then what was that giant water dragon sword that had split the heavenly tribulation just moments ago?

Neuvillette smoothed out his cuffs, his tone as indifferent as if he were commenting on the pleasant weather.

"I have simply lived a bit longer than most."

"I have acquired a tiny bit of insight into the various forms water can take."

"That was a heavenly tribulation just now, and its lightning attribute was violent."

"If I had simply used water elements to wash it away, the efficiency would have been too low, and it would have soaked the floor here."

"Compressing the water flow to the extreme and imitating the shape of a sharp blade to sever the structure of the lightning is simply faster."

"That is all."

Neuvillette spoke very earnestly.

He truly believed this to be the case.

Throughout his long life, for the sake of fairness and efficiency in judgment, he had studied countless ways to control the flow of water.

Turning it into the shape of a sword was merely for the convenience of cutting things.

There was no such thing as a way of the sword to speak of.

Di Tian fell silent.

Bi Ji also fell silent.

However, the inner thoughts of the two were completely different.

Di Tian was frantically filling in the blanks with his imagination.

The Great Dao is simple!

This is what it truly means for the Great Dao to be simple!

There is no need for flashy sword techniques, nor is there any need for profound sword intent.

As long as one controls an element to its absolute limit, that is the Dao!

This lord's realm is unfathomable!

As for Bi Ji, she was cupping her face with both hands, her beautiful eyes filled with stars.

So handsome!

This kind of unintentional display of coolness is simply too charming!

And when he said he was "afraid of soaking the floor," that serious, earnest gentleness made one's heart melt.

"My lord is being too modest."

Di Tian bowed again, this time bending his waist even lower.

"Since your strength is so heaven-defying, then regarding the alliance proposed by Gu Yue earlier..."

Before Di Tian could finish, Neuvillette raised a hand to interrupt him.

"I do not like forming alliances."

"And I have even less desire to be dragged into the disputes of the God Realm."

Although Neuvillette's voice was peaceful, it carried a sense of aloofness that kept others at a distance.

"I established Skywater City simply to provide a stage for Furina to perform, and to give her a home."

"As for the Asura God or the Rakshasa God."

"As long as they do not come to cause trouble in Skywater City or disturb Furina's leisure, I will not take action."

Di Tian's heart tightened.

As expected, this lord's personality is very arrogant.

But he did not give up.

"My lord, when the lips are gone, the teeth are cold."

"Those false gods in the God Realm are extremely hypocritical; they cannot tolerate us Soul Beasts, and naturally, they will not tolerate a powerful existence such as yourself."

"If our Star Dou Forest falls, I fear the next target will be Skywater City."

"We do not ask you to take the initiative to strike, only that when Star Dou Forest faces a catastrophe, Skywater City might extend a helping hand."

"In return, all Soul Beasts belonging to Star Dou Forest are willing to honor Skywater City as an ally; even if it means dying for you, we would not refuse!"

Di Tian's words were heavy with weight.

He had practically lowered the status of Star Dou Forest into the dust.

Neuvillette pondered for a moment.

He truly disliked trouble.

But he also knew that in this world, some trouble was unavoidable.

Moreover, having a few extra fighters could save him from having to take action himself quite often.

"Very well."

Neuvillette nodded slightly.

"Limited to mutual protection."

"If you provoke trouble yourselves, Skywater City will not be held responsible."

Hearing this, Di Tian was overjoyed.

"Many thanks, my lord!"

With the matter settled, Di Tian dared not linger, fearing he might displease the other party.

"I shall return to report back now; Gu Yue is still waiting for my news."

As he spoke, Di Tian prepared to leave.

But after taking two steps, he realized something was wrong.

Bi Ji had not moved.

The Emerald Swan remained standing there, her eyes seemingly glued to Neuvillette.

"Bi Ji?"

Di Tian whispered a reminder.

Bi Ji's pretty face flushed red, and she rubbed the corner of her clothes in embarrassment.

"Um... Di Tian, you know that I just had a breakthrough because of that cup of Silk Flower Wine."

"My current realm is still somewhat unstable."

"The water element here in Skywater City is extremely abundant, which is of great benefit to my recovery."

"I was thinking... would it be possible for me to stay here to stabilize my realm?"

"..."

By the end, Bi Ji's voice was as thin as a mosquito's hum.

She secretly lifted her eyes to glance at Neuvillette.

Her long, fair legs pressed together instinctively, exuding a stunning charm.

Watching Bi Ji's behavior, the corners of Di Tian's mouth twitched slightly.

Stabilize your realm?

Is that really what you want to do?

You're just lusting after him!

But did he dare say that?

He did not.

Besides, leaving Bi Ji here could be considered a form of hostage, which would deepen the connection between both sides.

"Ahem."

Di Tian gave a dry cough.

"Since that is the case, I will have to trouble Lord Neuvillette to look after her."

"Bi Ji, remember, do not disturb the lord's cultivation."

Having said that, Di Tian transformed into a streak of black light and fled as if escaping.

He was afraid that if he stayed any longer, he would be choked to death by the subtle, ambiguous atmosphere between the two.

After seeing Di Tian off.

Just as Neuvillette was about to return to his room, a petite figure darted out from behind the corridor.

Furina held a small notebook in her hand and ran over, looking full of excitement.

"Neuvillette! Neuvillette!"

"That Golden Ranking List from just now was so grand!"

"..."

Furina circled around Neuvillette, the ahoge on her head swaying back and forth.

"Then take a guess, who do you think will be number one?"

"Could it be me?"

Furina pointed at her own nose, her large eyes filled with anticipation.

Neuvillette looked at the lively young girl before him, the indifference in his eyes instantly melting away, replaced by a trace of imperceptible indulgence.

He reached out his hand and gently ruffled Furina's hair.

"Of course."

"Lady Furina is the master of all waters, the most dazzling star in this world."

"Besides you, who else would have the qualifications to sit in that position?"

Furina was overjoyed by the praise, placing her hands on her hips and lifting her chin.

"Hmph, that goes without saying!"

"I, the Hydro Archon, am going to save the world!"

"Once I take first place, I'm going to make that Golden Ranking List give me lots and lots of cakes!"

"..."

Watching the girl's innocent smile, Neuvillette's mood also became pleasant.

As long as he could protect this smile.

Even if it meant splitting the entire God Realm apart, what would it matter?

Just then.

The massive Golden Ranking List in the sky trembled once more.

A grand voice interrupted everyone's thoughts.

[Announcing the eighteenth place on the Power Ranking!]

[Name: Golden Crocodile Douluo!]

[Martial Soul: Golden Crocodile King!]

[Level: Rank 98 Peak!]

[Affiliation: Martial Soul Hall!]