The night was as still as water, and the Milky Way flowed slowly across the sky above the Annihilation Abyss Epoch. The entire Great Realm seemed to tremble slightly the moment Qin Yu returned, as if the very origin of heaven and earth were making way for him. Deep in the void, a slender and clear figure of light slowly emerged from the river of laws.
That figure was Yingling. "My lord, welcome back."
Qin Yu nodded gently, and at that moment, the myriad laws of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch rose slightly, as if responding to Yingling's respect for her master. He took Jin Hanyan's hand and headed towards the center of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch.
In the distance, a palace spanning the heavens and the earth slowly emerges beneath the night sky.
That is the Book Master Law Palace Hall.
It is not merely a building, but rather an ancient scripture unfolded between heaven and earth. The entire palace is supported by countless colossal pillars that radiate light, their surfaces inscribed with intricate Fate Soul runes, each line emitting a faint glow as if breathing slowly. A massive wheel of law floats atop the palace, rotating slowly and projecting countless golden and blue rays of order, enveloping the entire palace in a sacred and solemn radiance.
The palace gates are ten thousand feet high, forged from the primordial stone of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch. The four ancient characters "Law Master Returns to the Source" are engraved on the gates, each stroke seemingly containing the weight of an entire world. The steps in front of the palace extend down from the void, with flowing light like a river of laws floating on both sides of the steps, and stardust shimmering gently underfoot.
When Jin Hanyan first saw this palace, her steps unconsciously slowed. Although she was a supreme expert of the Stainless Realm · Supreme, she was still deeply shocked by its grandeur. This was not the main hall of an ordinary great world, but the core of the order of a world, Qin Yu's true "root".
Just then, two figures rapidly approached from afar.
The first aura was as cold and clear as snow, while the second aura was as warm and gentle as water.
The light and shadows flickered slightly before the hall, and two stunningly beautiful figures landed simultaneously.
Jin Hanyan met them for the first time.
The first to step forward was Qian Ruishan.
She wore a simple white dress that shimmered with a faint, watery light under the starlight. The hem of her dress fluttered gently in the night breeze, like ripples spreading through the air. The fine blue and silver patterns on the dress flowed like a gentle stream, soft and mysterious. Her long hair cascaded down to her waist, silvery-white with a faint blue glow, and there seemed to be tiny water droplets gathering and scattering among the strands.
Her face was gentle and Kong Ling, her brows and eyes seemingly holding a tranquil sea within them. Her eyes were like starlight reflected on a lake, clear yet firm and serene. She gave off an aura of not being sharp or aggressive, but rather a profound and protective strength.
When her gaze fell upon Jin Hanyan, there was no hostility, no probing, only gentleness and composure. It was a calmness born from being prepared to accept everything.
Following closely behind was Mu Qingwan.
Her temperament was completely different from Qian Ruishan's, elegant yet with a touch of sharpness. Her light blue robe billowed in the wind, and a sword-like light flowed within the sleeves. Her eyes were cold, but softened when she looked at Qin Yu. She stood beside Qian Ruishan, quietly gazing at Jin Hanyan with deep eyes.
The air seemed to freeze slightly as the three women locked eyes.
It wasn't hostility, but a silent convergence of destinies.
The night breeze of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch gently swept through the Book Master Law Palace Hall, the light wheel of laws slowly rotated, and Yingling stood quietly beside Qin Yu. At this moment, the entire Great Realm seemed to hold its breath.
Qin Yu tightened his grip on Jin Hanyan's hand slightly, his gaze gentle yet firm.
This moment is no longer about a great battle, no longer about Annihilation, no longer about life and death. It is about returning home.
Inside the Book Master Law Palace Hall, starlight flowed, and the light wheel of law slowly rotated. The Annihilation Abyss hanging from the ceiling cascaded down like a waterfall, illuminating the figures of the people inside.
Qian Ruishan was the first to walk to Jin Hanyan's side.
She showed no awkwardness or hesitation, but simply reached out and gently grasped Jin Hanyan's fingertips. Her hand was warm and soft, like spring water brushing against ice, softening even the air.
"Yu, you've finally come back, and this time you've even brought back such a beautiful lady! Aren't you going to introduce her to us?"
As she spoke, her eyes curved into crescents, and her voice carried a light, cheerful tone, but without a trace of provocation, only sincerity and joy.
Qin Yu watched this scene, a long-lost relaxed smile appeared on his lips.
"Shan'er, this is Jin Hanyan." His voice was gentle yet solemn. "Yan'er, like you, has been with me through thick and thin, always by my side in the Source of Epochless · Middle Layer."
The phrase "just like you" carries immense weight. Mu Qingwan.
Her steps were calm and elegant, her Qingyi gleaming faintly in the starlight. She didn't ask any questions, but simply came to Jin Hanyan's other side and gently took her hand.
"Oh, Yan'er, let's ignore this big bad guy." Mu Qingwan smiled, but her tone was deliberately teasing. "Ruishan and I will take you around first, and show you around the Annihilation Abyss Epoch."
Two women grabbed her from either side. Jin Hanyan was momentarily stunned.
She had been a formidable force in the Source of Epochless · Middle Layer for many years, remaining calm and composed in the face of countless traps and conspiracies. Yet, at this moment, she was somewhat bewildered by this unexpected enthusiasm.
She nodded subconsciously, her voice slightly softening. "Mmm... okay, okay, Hanyan for your help, sisters."
As soon as the word "sister" was uttered, Qian Ruishan Mu Qingwan exchanged a smile, as if a tacit understanding had been achieved silently.
Just then, the light patterns of laws outside the hall rippled slightly. Two figures slowly stepped into the hall.
One's aura is gentle and clear, as pure as morning dew; the other's aura is deep and silent, as boundless as the night sky.
It was Yunyi and Extinguished Light who immediately focused their attention on Extinguished Light Jin Hanyan.
Her eyes narrowed slightly.
She had seen this woman back when she fought alongside Qin Yu at the Deep Root Lower Layers. She remembered the atmosphere of that battle, and she remembered the woman's icy composure even on the brink of life and death.
But she never expected that Qin Yu would bring her back to the Annihilation Abyss Epoch.
Extinguished Light didn't speak, but simply glanced at Qin Yu, his gaze carrying a subtle, almost imperceptible meaning.
Yunyi, on the other hand, had a completely different reaction.
Her eyes lit up the moment she saw Jin Hanyan.
"My goodness, Little Qinzi!" She exaggeratedly rubbed her forehead and circled Qin Yu, "You've managed to seduce such a beautiful fairy. Tsk tsk tsk."
She looked Qin Yu up and down, her smile meaningful. "Your charm is becoming more and more terrifying."
Qin Yu sighed helplessly, "Sigh, Yunyi, you're still as mischievous as ever."
Yunyi spread her hands. "I'm just stating the facts." The atmosphere in the hall became much more relaxed as a result.
Just as the laughter of the crowd had subsided, Qin Yu's expression suddenly turned calm.
He spoke slowly. "Ruishan, Qingwan." The two women stopped in their tracks.
Qin Yu's tone was serious and solemn.
"The most important reason I brought Yan'er back this time is that Yan'er Fate Soul was severely damaged. Although she has only recently recovered, it is far from stable and will take a long time to fully heal."
The atmosphere in the hall tensed slightly. Qian Ruishan's eyes softened even more as she gently tightened her grip on Jin Hanyan's hand.
Mu Qingwan's expression also turned serious. Qin Yu continued, "Secondly... I miss you all very much too."
This simple sentence caused everyone in the hall to pause slightly.
"So this time, I brought Yan'er back with me. Firstly, so you can take good care of her, and secondly... so I can come back to visit you."
He spoke calmly. Yet, in his tone lay the tenderness born of a long journey and the appreciation that comes from having faced life and death.
Qian Ruishan's eyes reddened slightly, and she chuckled softly, "Yu..."
Mu Qingwan gently patted his shoulder. "It's good that you're back."
Jin Hanyan stood between the three, watching this scene, and a soft spot in her heart slowly melted.
Above the night sky of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch, star rivers flow. The wheel of laws continues to rotate.
At this moment, there was no killing intent, no Annihilation, no blood-stained battlefield. There was only belonging.
The starlight of the Book Master Law Palace Hall had not yet faded, and the Milky Way above the Annihilation Abyss Epoch flowed slowly. The entire Great Realm seemed to tremble slightly under the aura of Qin Yu's return.
Qin Yu slowly withdrew his gaze and looked at Yingling, who stood quietly to the side.
Yingling was dressed in pure white flowing robes, her hair cascading like a silver river, and her eyes shimmering with a faint starlight, as if she herself were the embodiment of the laws of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch. She stood there quietly, awaiting Qin Yu's instructions.
Qin Yu's tone was gentle, yet carried a long-lost ease. "Yingling, go and inform everyone tonight."
He looked up at the palace dome, which reflected the mountains and rivers of the entire Annihilation Abyss Epoch.
"Let's all get together tonight. Especially Senior Xuancang Shenying, Senior Grand Venerable Mingxu, and Senior Ling Jingxi... and Zi Xue and the others, they should be stationed in the Four Domains right now. Let's celebrate properly tonight."
These words seemed to warm the entire palace.
Yingling lowered her head slightly, her voice clear and respectful. "Yes, Master."
Mu Qingwan then added softly, her gaze calm, rational, and meticulous.
"Yingling, let everyone relax completely tonight, but don't make too much noise."
She looked up at the boundless star field outside the hall, her tone slightly tense.
"After all, there are other God Clan who have crossed dimensions and various sects residing in the Annihilation Abyss Epoch."
Qin Yu's brows furrowed slightly upon hearing this. "Wan'er, what about the other God Clan and sects?"
His gaze fell on Mu Qingwan's face. Mu Qingwan nodded.
"Yes, Yu. The Void Obliteration Domain was in turmoil some time ago, shaking all realms. The Annihilation Abyss Epoch is now enormous in size, its laws are stable, and it possesses an extremely strong flow of Limitless Evolving True Flow."
This has attracted many cross-domain forces to settle here and test the waters.
Her tone remained calm. "Among them are several branches of the God Clan Spirit Firmament Great Realm's divine race, and some sects that claim to be from higher dimensions."
Qin Yu's gaze deepened slightly, but he did not immediately press for answers.
Mu Qingwan looked at him and smiled gently. "I'll explain in more detail later. Let's not talk about this tonight."
Qin Yu nodded slightly. "Okay."
Yingling bowed again. "Master, Madam, I will inform them immediately."
With a flash, he transformed into a streak of light and merged into the star map above the palace. The next instant, the light patterns of the laws of the four domains of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch quietly vibrated, silently transmitting the "news of his return" to all directions.
Inside the Book Master Law Palace Hall, the atmosphere gradually quieted down.
Mu Qingwan turned around, her gaze softening. "Tonight, let's have a good get-together here."
Her voice wasn't loud, but it carried a long-lost sense of calm.
Qian Ruishan chuckled and replied, "Yes, it's been so long, and Yu has caused such a commotion, how can we not celebrate?"
Yunyi was already excitedly planning. "I'm going to prepare some spirit wine! I'm going to get even the Grand Venerable Mingxu drunk!"
Extinguished Light against a pillar, covered his mouth with both hands, and smiled slightly, "Make sure you don't get drunk first."
Laughter gradually rose within the hall. Starlight swirled above the dome, and the light wheel of law in the center of the palace slowly lit up, making the night of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch gentle and vast.
This is a long-awaited reunion after a great war. But behind this tenderness, the laws governing the entire realm continue to operate silently.
Standing in the hall, Qin Yu observed everything before him, a knowing glimpse into his heart that this tranquility was hard-won...