The World Within the Seal

"Why did you come up with the idea of solving this once and for all?" Xiao Han was very puzzled after hearing about Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice's plan.

Logically speaking, even if all the creatures in this seal die, the latter will still need to contribute their power to other seals. So how can it be a one-time solution?

Could it be...? An exciting idea popped into Xiao Han's mind.

"That's right, this is the final seal." Seeing Xiao Han's excited expression, Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice guessed what he was thinking.

"Although I don't know how the seal was broken, after it was broken there, this place is the only seal left in the world."

"Once this problem is solved, our mission will be over!" Although his tone was still as cold as ever, Xiao Han keenly sensed the excitement hidden within it.

It makes sense. After tens of thousands of years of perseverance and constant vigilance, we are finally about to see the dawn.

A new life is right in front of you. If you can remain indifferent to this, you are probably just a heartless Shi Tou.

"So what are your plans after this?" Xiao Han's eyes darted around, an idea popped into his head, and he immediately asked.

"Thoughts?" Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice was somewhat lost in thought. He hadn't considered these things; he had only wanted to leave this place and see the scenery outside.

After all, he had been trapped in this lifeless Ruins for tens of thousands of years, and he had become familiar with, and even loathed, every blade of grass and tree here. His desire for freedom had long been stirring within him.

However, this overlooked the fact that he was now all alone, and even his former kind had perished, causing his mood to plummet.

But then he thought again, with his own strength, how could he not have a place to belong in this vast world? If he joined any force as Elder, he would be treated like an ancestor!

But...

"What are your suggestions?" Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice asked calmly. Although they hadn't known each other for long, he knew very well that this guy was definitely a shrewd person. Since he had raised this question, he must have a backup plan.

"This brother probably doesn't have anywhere to stay, does he?" Xiao Han said with a smile, his gentle smile seemingly the first time Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice had ever seen him.

"No, I have it. There's nowhere in the world I can't go." When talking to someone like that, you can't let them lead you by the nose, so Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice decisively refuted them.

That's not very interesting, is it? How can we fool them now... Hmm, let's get to work!

Although he was inwardly grumbling, Xiao Han kept his expression unchanged and continued to persuade him, "The danger is very high if the identity of a rare Mysterious Object like you is exposed."

What Xiao Han said was indeed true, and there were precedents to follow, such as the Pure Lotus Fire whose name cannot be revealed.

Purification Lotus Demon Fire: I am ranked third on the Strange Fire Ranking. Please call me if you need anything!

"This..." Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice hesitated. He was found here even in this Ruins before, so if he were to leave and his identity were exposed...

He dared not think too much about it; this was indeed very troublesome! His strength and value were in no way inferior to certain Exotic Fire, which were top-tier natural treasures that roamed the continent.

Once it's truly exposed, that means...

Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice unconsciously glanced at Xiao Han. Had she really been manipulated after all?

He knew very well that the only person who knew his Mysterious Object status and wasn't interested in him was this guy who already possessed the Extreme Cold Crystal.

"Help me resolve the problems within the seal, and I'll become Elder in your faction. How about it?"

Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice also knew that this guy in front of him, as the leader of a force, would not refuse a Dou Sheng Expert like himself, especially in this era where Dou Sheng Expert were said to be extremely rare.

"Deal!" Xiao Han was thrilled. He never expected that his unintentional act would bring him another Dou Sheng Expert. This deal was worth it!

As for why it cannot be completed?

Hehe, it would indeed be difficult to do if it were just Xiao Han alone, but isn't there another helper?

Although the power of the Heavenly Ice cannot coexist in one body, it can be combined. Xiao Han, who can draw on the power of the Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice, can fight against a slightly weaker Eight Star Dou Sheng even without using Secret Method.

Having power means you can be so capricious! As for that Nine Star Dou Sheng... he'll take him down in no time with a little trickery.

"When do we depart...?"

"We'll talk about it tomorrow. Let me first explain the situation inside..."

Before their eyes lay land shrouded in black mist, the Black Mist almost obscuring the Blood Moon in the void above.

The scene was utterly silent, with bones exposed in the wilderness. One could imagine that no living creature had survived in this place for a very long time.

However, this tranquil world seems to have welcomed one... oh, rather two uninvited guests today.

Two humanoid beings appeared silently. One of them looked around, sensing the corrosive and violent aura around him, and was clearly disgusted.

He clicked his tongue and remarked with considerable admiration, "You really are someone who endures humiliation with great fortitude!"

The one who spoke was Xiao Han. In his perception, this space was filled with a nauseating atmosphere, and the strong Evil Qi made him feel as if he were sinking into a swamp.

The feeling is like falling naked into a cesspool; anyone who tries it knows!

This was only his perception; for a pure and wondrous Mysterious Object like the Heavenly Ice, the experience would be far more profound. Even so, the Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice had the audacity to come here so many times...

Tsk tsk, Xiao Han could only say that, as expected, his pursuit of freedom had surpassed his inner resistance to filth.

"Alright, stop making sarcastic remarks." Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice said irritably. Did he come here of his own accord?

Nothing ventured, nothing gained.

If he had a choice, wouldn't it be better for him to comfortably guard the seal? Why does he have to single-mindedly burrow into the garbage dump?

"Where should we start?" Xiao Han asked impatiently. He wanted to finish as soon as possible so he could get off work early. Yi Huang was still waiting for him to return to the Langya Pavilion.

If he disappears for a few more years, he probably won't even be able to get back into his home.

"What's the rush?" Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice looked at Xiao Han with disdain, as if to say, "I'm ashamed to be associated with you."

"Shadow Demon City!"

Leaving behind the still sound of an ancient well, Fallen Thunder Crystal Ice's figure took the lead, flying away into the distance, each time appearing a thousand feet away.

"Sigh, this guy..." Xiao Han shook his head as he watched the other person's near-maximum speed. He was all talk and no action! He was even more anxious than Xiao Han.

He sighed and followed suit immediately. As an outsider, he should just obediently follow the local tyrant!

In the dimly lit hall, a skeletal old man was bowing his head and reporting something to a gentle-faced man...

It was the Saint Gu You and the Hun Miesheng.

"Lord of the Hall Master, will our 'guests' Clan Leader like them?" Saint Gu You asked cautiously, his voice tinged with a hint of anticipation.

Since Saint Gu You broke through to the Dou Sheng, he has failed in two consecutive missions, causing great dissatisfaction within the clan. This is his chance to make amends!

"Don't worry, that's a great gift!" Hun Miesheng's smile was somewhat sinister. With their help, the clan's grand plan was more secure.

Xiao Han was naturally unaware of the conspiracy between the two. One can imagine the shock that would be brought to the entire continent when those "surprises" were revealed to the world.