Once she heard that Nangong Wentian truly knew nothing, Dongfang Tiexin lost interest in staying and prepared to leave. Before she did, she looked at Nangong Wentian.
"Nangong Wentian, last time, Yun Tian was there. This time, you've already fought, so beating you wouldn't be a fair victory. Next time, I'll defeat you and capture you!"
With that, Dongfang Tiexin left.
With Dongfang Tiexin and Fierce Yama gone, West Gate City finally welcomed the peace it had gone so long without. The city, once shrouded in fear, gradually regained its former tranquility and harmony.
West Gate City's guardian, Void Beast, had also returned to normal. Its enormous body radiated a powerful aura, as though proclaiming to the world that West Gate City was safe. Void Beast shook its broad wings, let out a low roar, then flew straight toward the city's Great Windmill.
Under the wind blown by Void Beast, the Great Windmill began to turn slowly. Each blade danced merrily, as though it had been given life. As the windmill turned, a powerful force flowed into West Gate City's main river.
The main river seemed to awaken, its rushing waters beginning to flow swiftly. They passed through Sweetwater Town, bringing fresh mist and vitality to the little town; then they flowed through Clear Spring Town, making its springs even clearer; finally, they reached Heavenly Music Town, intertwining with its music to form a beautiful symphony.
As the music rang out, the entire West Gate Region seemed to fill with renewed energy. People began stepping out of their homes. Children played by the river, the elderly basked in the sun and chatted in the square, and merchants busied themselves with their businesses. Every corner of West Gate City filled with laughter, regaining its former life and vitality.
Next, Nangong Wentian and his companions would head to the Beiming Xue Snowfield.
Meanwhile, where Yun Tian was, the sun shone brightly in a cloudless sky. It was a beautiful day. The group eagerly discussed taking their newest companion, Beiming Xue, out to play.
They left the room and went outside, enjoying the fresh air and beautiful snowy scenery. Ling'er looked at Yun Tian with delight and said sweetly, "Husband, let's ride snowmobiles!"
Yun Tian smiled fondly and agreed without hesitation. "Sure!" Before his words had faded, he gave a light wave of his arm. Several sleek snowmobiles instantly appeared on the snow as if by magic, as though they had crossed over from another world.
Beiming Xue's eyes widened as she stared in bewilderment at the vehicles that had suddenly appeared before her. She had no idea what they were.
"Brother Yun, what are these? I've never seen them before," she asked curiously.
Yun Tian smiled and patiently explained, "Xue, you only just got here, so you wouldn't know. These are motorbikes, a kind of vehicle that can travel quickly."
Beiming Xue nodded in understanding. "Oh, I see, Brother Yun."
"All right, everyone, go have fun!" Yun Tian said with a smile.
"Yay!" Ling'er and Bailing cheered excitedly. They eagerly took Beiming Xue by the hands and ran off to play together.
Watching their cheerful figures retreat, Yun Tian suddenly felt something peculiar. Rather than looking after three wives, he felt like a father raising three adorable daughters.
He couldn't help laughing at the thought. It really was an amusing feeling. Not only did he have to look after their daily needs, but he also had to play with them. He truly was acting as both father and mother!
Just then, a terrified cry suddenly rang out. "Help! Brother Yun, save me!" The voice tore through the peaceful air like a thunderclap.
Yun Tian's heart tightened. He hurriedly looked toward the voice and saw Beiming Xue's snowmobile racing wildly, seemingly out of control. Its wheels scraped against the ground with an ear-piercing screech, like a rampaging beast that refused to obey.
In an instant, the snowmobile tipped sharply sideways. The entire vehicle flew into the air before crashing heavily to the ground. Beiming Xue was flung from her seat like a kite with a snapped string.
Beiming Xue hurtled through the air, her long hair whipping wildly in the wind as though tugged by an invisible force. Her face was deathly pale, her eyes filled with terror as she watched the ground draw closer and closer.
Just before she could slam into the hard ground, Beiming Xue squeezed her eyes shut in fright, unable to watch any longer.
Just as Beiming Xue thought she was done for, Yun Tian acted. He appeared beside her in an instant, caught her in his arms, and landed perfectly. Looking down at Beiming Xue in his arms, Yun Tian smiled.
"It's all right, Xue. You're safe now."
Hearing Yun Tian's voice, Beiming Xue slowly opened her eyes. The first thing she saw was his face, smiling down at her. She stared, utterly entranced, and even forgot to get out of his arms.
Seeing Beiming Xue staring blankly, Yun Tian gently rubbed her head and asked with a smile,
"What's wrong? Are you hurt anywhere?"
Coming back to her senses at his question, Beiming Xue hurriedly replied,
"No, Brother Yun."
"Thank you, Brother Yun," Beiming Xue said, hugging him tightly again.
Ling'er and Bailing arrived just then and saw Beiming Xue clinging tightly to Yun Tian.
"Husband, what's wrong with Xue?"
"Her snowmobile overturned while she was riding, and she got thrown off. I caught her, but she must have gotten frightened. That's why she's like this."
"Oh. Xue, are you hurt?"
"Sister Ling'er, I'm fine. It's all thanks to Brother Yun saving me."
Unlike the cheerful scene on Yun Tian's side, Nangong Wentian and his companions had run into trouble. After they reached the Beiming Xue Snowfield, Heaven Crystal Beast fell ill. Now it was shivering all over from the cold and had no strength to fight.
Wen Ya said, "Brother, Heaven Crystal Beast doesn't seem well."
Nangong Wentian looked over and saw Heaven Crystal Beast lying motionless on the ground.
"Heaven Crystal Beast, what's wrong?"
"Wentian, I... I'm so cold."
Ximen Xiao said, "Huh? Heaven Crystal Beast, isn't your special move Frost Soul? Why are you afraid of the cold?"
"The temperature here is much lower than my Frost Soul's."
Wen Ya asked, "Oh no, what do we do?"
For the moment, none of them could think of an effective solution.
Just then, a green figure appeared in the distance. Xiao Long was the first to notice him.
"Wentian, look! What's that over there?"
"He seems to be moving, and he's coming toward us."
Hearing this, Nangong Wentian and his companions immediately went on alert.
"Xiao Long, can you make out what he is?"
"No, he's too far away."
Nangong Wentian thought for a moment, then said,
"Xiao Long, come take a look with me."
"All right."
Nangong Wentian and Xiao Long headed in the direction Xiao Long had indicated. As they drew closer, Nangong Wentian finally saw that the figure was a Divine Weapon Beast-Shennong Beast, to be precise. After confirming that it meant them no harm, they spoke with it. Nangong Wentian learned that Yun Tian had sent Shennong Beast to support them, and that it would accompany them on their mission to save the Jade Dragon Kingdom.
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