Life in Ionia was very peaceful, especially with Noxus temporarily abandoning its invasion.
Xu Xiao walked alone on the land of Ionia, the news he had received from Wukong still echoing in his mind.
The monkey is trapped somewhere in this world, in the Spirit Realm, the Void, or some other alternate dimension.
'I must find him, otherwise, as the protagonist, he won't get any experience on this journey.'
The reason Xu Xiao carried the monkey's true spirit around to reincarnate was to train it.
Experiencing different powers in different worlds and fighting against different powerful beings allows monkeys to grasp the Dao of Battle more quickly.
He himself needs to change the fate of each world and acquire enough Power of Variables to prove the Daluo.
The two objectives are not contradictory; on the contrary, they complement each other. Monkey is Xu Xiao's most desired first-choice henchman.
'Unfortunately, despite having delved deep into Wukong's mind, I haven't obtained much information; I can only search slowly, place by place.'
Xu Xiao has traveled from the island where the Wuji Sect is located to the mainland of Ionia. His destination is the famous Placidium of Navori of Navori, where he will learn everything about the First Lands.
Incidentally, let's investigate whether the monkey's true spirit is sealed within the Spirit Realm.
After all, Wukong is Vastaya born in Ionia, and the fact that he could dream of the monkey's true spirit suggests that the other party is very likely to have stayed in Ionia.
Better to make a mistake than to let one go – that's Xu Xiao's attitude.
With Xu Xiao's speed, he arrived safely in Placidium of Navori by evening, a peaceful land.
People were working and practicing on the land, and a tall treehouse in the Ionia style stood out prominently in the center.
Without hesitation or any attempt to hide anything, Xu Xiao barged directly into this secluded paradise.
"Stop right there! Who are you?!"
Several cultivators tried to stop the stranger, but Xu Xiao paid no attention.
"Go to sleep."
Arcane power rippled outwards like waves, as if words could become law.
Whether they were those who tried to stop them or those cultivators in the distance, their eyelids trembled, and they instantly collapsed to the ground, falling into a deep sleep.
Xu Xiao, on the other hand, strolled casually across the land as if he were wandering through a backyard, making his way step by step toward the towering treehouse.
He could sense that inside the treehouse, there was a core of pure Natural Energy, which was clearly a very important place.
In Ionia, the First Lands is not just a name; it is more like a collective term for the will of the land.
This land possesses a soul, or rather, a consciousness. Although it has not yet become a true living being, its power should not be underestimated.
With Xu Xiao's current strength, he is not able to fight against Spirit of Nature that controls an entire continent; he can only access it from some of its nodes.
Placidium of Navori was the entry point he chose.
Soon, as his footsteps touched the ground in front of the treehouse, a flurry of flying knives shot down from above, accompanied by a sharp cry.
"Who are you? Why did you invade Placidium of Navori? What have you done to everyone?"
A tall woman dressed in red and white appeared above the treehouse, with several sharp blades hovering beside her.
A rich flow of Natural Energy emanated from the throwing knife, and Xu Xiao could feel the power within it.
With a deft dodge, Xu Xiao looked up at the woman above him and said, "Hello, Blade Dancer - Irelia."
Even before arriving, Xu Xiao already knew that Placidium of Navori was protected by Irelia, and he also knew that his actions would inevitably clash with her, but he was not afraid at all.
He might be somewhat wary of Karma, who possesses a legacy spanning generations and can even draw upon the power of the Spirit of Ionia; but with Irelia... it's no problem at all.
"You know me! You know me and yet you still dare to commit crimes here, stranger. You are trampling on this First Lands and deserve the judgment of all spirits."
Irelia glared at them. After years of fighting against Noxus, she was no longer the girl who could only dance; she was now a warrior.
Although the purpose of Xu Xiao's visit was unknown, the sight of the unconscious people before him was enough to show that he had ill intentions.
"I'm sorry, but I'm not some insignificant spirit, much less a little girl like you, who can judge me."
Ignoring the blade that had locked onto him, Xu Xiao walked step by step toward the top of the treehouse.
Irelia's eyes sharpened, and without saying another word, she waved her hand as if gently stroking.
The blade hovering behind his shoulder transformed into a streak of white light and flew swiftly towards Xu Xiao.
This treasure, from the ancestors of the Zan family, had already proven its power on the battlefield, enough to make this audacious stranger regret his boldness.
Irelia could already picture the sight of her opponent's body being sliced to pieces by the blade, and a sigh escaped her lips: 'For the sake of all souls.'
However, the moving blade did not pierce the opponent's body as usual, but lost control as it approached Xu Xiao.
A powerful will directly overpowered Irelia's connection to her bloodline, suppressing the spiritual will she had left behind and erasing it.
Then, Xu Xiao gently waved his hand, and control of this powerful weapon changed hands, falling into his grasp.
Dozens of sharp blades quietly fell back behind Xu Xiao, as if they were born to belong to him.
"This! How is this possible?! This is... mine!"
The anxious Irelia leaped down from the height the moment she sensed the weapon losing contact, clenching her Riot Games and smashing it towards Xu Xiao's face.
Even without a blade, she has transformed into a powerful female warrior in the flames of war, possessing remarkable fighting skills.
Unfortunately, despite the force of her fall from the height, Xu Xiao managed to grab her wrist.
With a seemingly casual pull, Irelia's power was dissipated, and she was completely controlled by Xu Xiao.
An Arcane chain crackling with lightning extended from Xu Xiao's other palm, quickly binding the shapely Irelia tightly.
The intense electric current made her tremble uncontrollably, but she still gritted her teeth and shouted angrily, "Let me go, you bastard! What did you do to the Sword of the Ancestors?"
"Is your first concern your weapons, not yourself?"
Xu Xiao chuckled, then playfully pinched Irelia's chin, making her look up at him.
From his angle, he could fully appreciate the beautiful woman's exquisite figure; dancing girls always have such beautiful figures.
"What... what do you want to do!" Irelia, clearly aware of the fate of a woman controlled by the enemy, turned pale.
"Haha, don't worry, I'm no longer interested in mortal girls. You should get some sleep."
Xu Xiao smiled with a hint of mischief, then lightly tapped the other person's forehead.
Watching the woman fall into a deep sleep, he smiled with satisfaction, then stepped onto the treehouse.
After Xu Yuantui's Dao of Desire was separated, Xu Xiao was no longer the kind of person who enjoyed humiliating mortals. Unless someone was truly beautiful and attracted him, or there were other factors involved, he would not waste his energy on such things.