"You invited me for drinks, and now you're giving me Earth's Soul."
"But I'm a cultivator. Shouldn't we be on opposing sides?"
Hearing this, the Flame God turned to glance at Li Qing, his gaze profound and calm.
"The first reason is that you are a man without fate. The instant I came into contact with you, my own fate changed as well, and I became an existence without destiny."
"With this change, once the future world ascends in dimension, I will no longer be bound by this world's fate. Another possibility will open before me."
"The second reason is that I saw a pure method of immortal cultivation within you. You do not possess the Aberrant Contamination found in those evil cultivators."
"Your Dao is entirely different from theirs. It seems to be the true immortal Dao!"
"I am merely making an investment—investing in someone who may change the world, and who may also bring me greater hope."
The Flame God spoke with a calm expression and an unclouded gaze.
Hearing this, Li Qing nodded slightly.
"So that's how it is. I understand."
At that moment, the Flame God raised a hand slightly. Under a wondrous force, Earth's Soul slowly flew up from the lotus dais and landed in his palm.
A mysterious power swiftly enveloped Earth's Soul, completely sealing it away.
"Take it. The Earth's Soul you wanted!"
Li Qing accepted the material and let out a long breath of foul air. Now, only the final Humanity's Fate remained. Once he obtained it, all the materials would be gathered.
Looking at the Flame God, he said, "Many thanks!"
"Fellow Daoist, will you be staying here from now on?" Li Qing suddenly asked, looking at the Flame God.
The Flame God thought for a moment. "The world is undergoing