The Seal

Just as Su Mo was there for Xi'er's Martial Soul awakening.

Countless tens of thousands of miles away from Linyang City, on the vast Central Continent, amidst a range of majestic mountains, stood magnificent palaces.

A thousand palaces with gilded bronze tiles occupied a hundred sky-piercing peaks, incredibly grand, like palaces in the heavens.

At this moment, in a luxurious central palace.

A towering figure seated on a dragon throne suddenly stood up.

The towering figure's aura was like a surging tide, vast and mighty, sweeping across the surrounding void. His eyes shot out two sword-like divine lights, shredding the void before him into nothingness.

"Someone!"

His light shout was like thunder from a clear sky, its sound echoing for a thousand miles.

Swish! Swish! Swish!

"Palace Master!"

"Master!"

Dozens of figures immediately flew rapidly into the great hall, bowing respectfully to him.

"My daughter's whereabouts have appeared, in—the East Continent."

The towering figure gazed towards the east, a rare smile appearing on his resolute face.

His daughter, lost for over a decade, finally had news!

"Who is willing to go to the East Continent and bring my daughter back to the palace?"

The towering figure's gaze was like lightning as he looked at the people below.

"This subordinate is willing to go!"

"This subordinate is willing to go!"

"This disciple is willing to go!"

Thunderous replies resounded, and everyone stepped forward to volunteer.

"Thirteenth Elder, Hao'er, you two go! Make sure to bring my daughter back!"

The towering figure said. With a wave of his hand, a palm-sized jade plate flew towards the two: "This item can sense my daughter's precise location."

"Yes, Palace Master!"

"Yes, Master!"

Below, a gaunt old man and a handsome youth immediately accepted the order, took the jade plate, bowed, and withdrew.

Su family.

Su Mo and Xi'er arrived at the Patriarch's courtyard and met his father, Su Hong.

"Father, what's going on? Why can't Xi'er's Martial Soul awaken?"

Su Mo explained Xi'er's situation to his father, Su Hong, and asked.

"Let me examine Xi'er first!"

Upon hearing this, Su Hong took Xi'er's arm and injected a wisp of True Qi into her.

As he examined her, Su Hong's brow gradually furrowed.

Seeing his father's expression, Su Mo's heart sank, a bad premonition welling up.

"Father, what exactly is wrong with Xi'er?"

Su Mo couldn't help but ask again.

"It seems there's an invisible power within Xi'er, and it's this power that's preventing her Martial Soul from awakening!"

A trace of solemnity flashed in Su Hong's eyes as he stopped probing, speaking uncertainly.

"An invisible power?" Su Mo asked, full of confusion.

"Right, it's a seal. There's a seal within Xi'er that's sealing her Martial Soul, which is why her Martial Soul can't awaken!"

Su Hong suddenly realized something and exclaimed.

"What? A seal?"

Su Mo was stunned and looked at Xi'er, asking, "Xi'er, why would you have a seal inside you?"

Xi'er shook her head, looking bewildered.

Su Hong also looked puzzled. Sealing was a very profound technique, one that ordinary people wouldn't possess. He had only encountered it occasionally in the past.

Su Hong also knew Xi'er's background and was very perplexed.

Logically, Xi'er was just a girl from a small mountain village. How could a Martial Path expert have placed a seal within her?

"Father, is there any way to break the seal within Xi'er?"

Su Mo asked urgently.

Su Hong shook his head and sighed, "I've only encountered seals occasionally in the past. As for how to break them, I have no idea."

"The sealing techniques are too profound; they are beyond our ability to break."

Hearing this, Su Mo's brow furrowed. If the seal within Xi'er couldn't be broken, then Xi'er would never be able to awaken her Martial Soul.

He absolutely could not stand by and do nothing.

"Mo'er, no one in Linyang City can break this seal. Perhaps only powerful experts from the major sects outside have the ability to break it," Su Hong added.

"Brother Su Mo, you don't need to worry. It's okay even if I can't awaken my Martial Soul!" Xi'er managed a weak smile.

She didn't want to see Su Mo worry too much about her.

"Xi'er, don't worry! I will definitely find a way to break the seal for you and let you awaken your Martial Soul," Su Mo said firmly, seeing the hidden disappointment in Xi'er's eyes.

With his talent, he would eventually leave Linyang City. Once he became powerful, he would naturally find a way to break the seal for Xi'er.

Since his father couldn't break the seal for Xi'er, Su Mo had no other options. Just as he was about to take Xi'er back, Su Hong called out to him.

"Mo'er, the Martial Arts Competition starts in three days! Wei Rufeng from the Wei family has publicly declared that he wants to avenge his brother. He said he will cripple your cultivation and break your limbs during the competition. Be careful then. If you encounter him, surrender early," Su Hong cautioned.

"What is Wei Rufeng's cultivation?" Su Mo asked.

"It's said he has already reached the peak of the Ninth Layer of Qi Cultivation. His strength is very formidable, no weaker than Su Tianhao's," Su Hong replied.

"Peak Ninth Layer of Qi Cultivation? And he dares to be so arrogant?" A cold glint flashed in Su Mo's eyes. He said coldly, "If he doesn't know any better, his brother will be a lesson for him."

With that, Su Mo left with Xi'er.

Su Hong was stunned and shook his head with a bitter smile. He found his son increasingly unfathomable!

Returning to his own courtyard, Su Mo and Xi'er sat in the yard.

"Xi'er, after this Martial Arts Competition ends and the New Year passes, I will take you away from Linyang City. Outside, there are countless powerful individuals, and there will surely be a way to break the seal for you," Su Mo gently comforted Xi'er.

"Brother Su Mo, I'm sorry, I've caused you trouble," Xi'er said with her head bowed, her words full of apology.

"Silly girl, why are you being so polite with me!" Su Mo affectionately ruffled Xi'er's head.

Unknowingly, his heart had already developed feelings for this gentle, lovely, and pure-hearted girl.

"Brother Su Mo, Xi'er doesn't want to be a burden to you," Xi'er looked up at Su Mo, her eyes as clear as autumn water filled with determination. "Brother Su Mo has exceptional talent. The vast world outside is more suited for you. Xi'er will wait for your return at home."

"Heh heh! Silly girl!" Su Mo was touched. He put his arm around her and pulled Xi'er into his embrace.

Xi'er's body trembled slightly, but she didn't resist, leaning gently against Su Mo's shoulder.

Neither of them spoke, but the feelings in their hearts bloomed silently.

At this moment, Xi'er's heart was filled with immense sweetness.

Su Mo's heart was calm. Holding Xi'er, his heart was as tranquil as water.

Having lived two lives, he had never felt such peace in his heart as he did at this moment.

In his previous life, he struggled amidst blood and fire, his heartstrings taut at all times.

Now, holding Xi'er and enjoying this quiet and peaceful state, he felt a deep sense of attachment.

PS: I've been very busy with work for the past two days, so the updates have been a bit slow. Please forgive me!!!