Chapter 248 (continued)

Si Kui didn't say anything more, only looked at her and said, "Then accept the Authority of God, and I will protect you."

Li Yang: "!"

Si Kui's gaze was perfectly calm, as if she had already foreseen a certain ending.

The old pavilion master remained Ninth-Grade Supreme until his death.

The old pavilion master's Astral Realm- shattering feat was that, with only the realm of Ninth-Grade Supreme, he had shattered through a large number of the Divine Venerable Realm who were stationed in the Fenglie Main City!

How did she do that?

Ninth-Grade Supreme of the Nature Department can indeed fight beyond their level; killing a Divine Venerable Realm would be quite an achievement...

The old pavilion master's record is something no one can even imagine!

Now, the answer is obvious.

After the old pavilion master killed the first Divine Venerable Realm in Fenglie Main City, he must have also possessed the Authority of God, yet he remained Ninth-Grade Supreme.

The Authority of God can enhance her strength, but it cannot elevate her realm.

Li Yang's heart sank slowly.

She insisted, "There must be a way! There must be!"

"Let's accept it," Si Kui said. "Even if war breaks out immediately, we are ready."

Li Yang took a deep breath and looked at Lianxin: "Lianlian, give me the Authority of Water."

Lianxin's expression was full of worry, but he didn't say anything more.

This was a difficult decision for Li Yang.

Both palms and backs of hands are fleshy.

If she fails to fulfill this Heaven and Earth Contract, the rescued Nature Department survivors will lose their lives.

If this Heaven and Earth Contract is reached, she will lose the protection of her home, the warmth of her family, and the teacher who gave her unconditional love.

"Focus," Si Kui reminded her, "Quietly feel the Authority of God. You must understand it and accept it in order to make it work for you."

Li Yang composed herself and focused on embracing the Authority of Water.

A powerful surge of Power of Water rushed in, and Li Yang felt as if she had fallen into a vast ocean.

The Power of Water is everywhere, as if all the Power of Water in the world has been gathered here.

They washed over her frantically, pushing and shoving her, as if trying to drive her away, or as if trying to hold her tightly.

Understand and accept.

Si Kui's voice gave Li Yang a timely reminder; she vaguely saw the water element subsystem.

Countless water elements surged into the subsystem, and the value skyrocketed.

Meanwhile, the progress bar is also growing rapidly.

20%...

40%...

60%...

The numbers jumped quickly. Li Yang sensed all kinds of water in this sea and comprehended countless Star Skills from it.

Those Star Skill are like river clams in the water; once she opens them, she can see Star Core as beautiful as pearls.

The power of water can save lives, it can kill, it can nourish, and it can destroy.

Gentle power can be relaxing, but it can also unleash a surprising sense of pressure at certain moments.

Li Yang vaguely saw some unfamiliar outlines, until the last one, she could clearly distinguish... it was Xuanyuan.

Are these the previous holders of the Authority of Water?

Li Yang was unable to glean any further information from it, but she was overwhelmed by a vast amount of knowledge related to water.

The progress bar has reached 100%.

Sister Longevity popped up a message: [Congratulations on gaining Authority of Water; your lifespan has increased by 10 million years.]

Li Yang: "!!!"

Fortunately, by cultivating lotus seeds through Lianlian, her lifespan limit was increased; otherwise... those 10 million years of lifespan would have been wasted.

Li Yang quickly opened the system panel and carefully checked her detailed information.

Just as she expected, the water element chain connected to the "earth" lit up completely, like a winding vein of earth.

She can also easily access a large number of Star Skill related to the Authority of Water, and she can even retrieve suitable Star Core based on her own insights and refine them into Star Core.

She opened her eyes, looked at Si Kui, and said, "Master, I feel..."

You are still Ninth Grade.

"..."

Li Yang was filled with resentment and said, "Why? I have already wielded the Authority of God, and under the laws of this Astral Realm... shouldn't I be..."

Before she could finish speaking, the surroundings suddenly went dark, and then suddenly lit up again.

Si Kui stood in front of her, with a giant purple sword hanging upside down behind her.

The purple giant sword was like a mountain, possessing an astonishing aura, and the pressure it exuded made people want to kneel down.

Si Kui stared at her and said, "You cannot materialize the Authority of God."

Li Yang stared blankly, still unconvinced, and said, "I'll try..."

She tried, she tried very hard, but although she could use all the power of the Authority of Water, she was unable to materialize it.

This Authority of Water is like a beautiful jewel, set into an unfinished divine weapon.

The gem cannot appear independently until the divine weapon is fully forged.

This is the Human Emperor Fortune Spirit...

She needs countless Authority of God to create a true "god"!

Si Kui suppressed her Authority of Envy, patted Li Yang's head, and said gently, "You know my personality; I'm not used to saying too much. If I weren't worried that I couldn't beat you, I wouldn't be wasting my breath on you right now."

Li Yang: "!"

She wasn't amused by Si Kui's antics; instead, she bit her lower lip tightly, staring at her with tear-filled eyes, unblinking.

Si Kui's heart softened completely, and she pulled her into her arms, saying, "Alright, you've been in seclusion for so long, and you're not young anymore. Don't act like a child..."

With a loud "whoosh".

Li Yang burst into tears in Si Kui's arms.

Si Kui swallowed back the words "I want to cry" that she hadn't said. She gently hugged Li Yang, feeling her trembling shoulders, her hot tears, and the unimaginable strength that filled her frail body.

Cry...

Si Kui recalled the first time she met Li Yang, that fragile yet strong girl.

She has grown so strong now.

Si Kui was very pleased and happy.

Li Yang didn't know how long she had been crying; it seemed as if she had released all the emotions that she had suppressed for countless years without any restraint.

Si Kui was not a patient person, but she took great care of Li Yang and never let go of her hand to protect her.

"Master..." Li Yang looked up at her, "There really is nothing else..."

"I am the most suitable," Si Kui looked into her eyes and said, "Because... I am your teacher."

Li Yang: "!"

Si Kui said firmly, "I believe in you. As long as there's a glimmer of hope, you'll seize it for me."

Li Yang hugged her tightly again, his voice muffled from his chest. "Definitely... definitely..."

Si Kui tapped her fingertips in mid-air, and both of their wet clothes were completely refreshed. Even Li Yang's red eyes recovered, though the corners of her eyes were still red. Coupled with her pitiful expression, she looked very distressed.

Si Kui didn't dare look at her too much, afraid that she would be reluctant to part with her.

She has to do it.

Just like their master back then, they stepped forward to protect their disciples.

Thinking of the old pavilion master, Si Kui's heart was filled with a profound sense of strength.

She also came to understand her master more and more.

To die protecting is a death without regret!

Marquis of Wind Pavilion waited anxiously, believing that Si Kui could persuade Li Yang, but she couldn't help but feel worried.

Seeing the master and apprentice return, her eyes suddenly lit up.

Li Yang looked at the Marquis of Wind Pavilion and said softly, "Marquis..."

Marquis of Wind Pavilion felt a tightness in his back and chuckled awkwardly, "Um... Li Yang, don't worry. For the past eight years, Master Li has led the entire Pill Division in tirelessly researching methods for preserving the body after losing Origin Soul... They will surely achieve great success."

As expected of the famous old fox of the Huaxia Heavenly Palace, Marquis of Wind Pavilion successfully diverted the "hatred" from the moment she opened her mouth.

Li Yaowan already knew about it.

It's impossible for Li Yang to be angry with Li Yaowan.

In fact, Li Yang wasn't angry with the Marquis of Wind Pavilion. She just blamed herself for being careless. If Lianlian hadn't reminded her, she wouldn't have thought of it at all.

Of course, they will eventually tell her, otherwise the plan will be difficult to carry out.

Li Yang understands everything rationally, but finds it difficult to accept emotionally.

Marquis of Wind Pavilion comforted her, saying, "Think about it from another perspective. If you hadn't rescued the survivors from the Nature Department back then, your teacher would have already stormed into the Upper Three Realms and fought them to the death!"

Li Yang's heart skipped a beat.

Marquis of Wind Pavilion added, "At that point, forget about saving people; your teacher will be lost too!"

Si Kui glanced at the Marquis of Wind Pavilion.

Marquis of Wind Pavilion remained defiant, not looking away.

Si Kui nodded and said, "That's right. If I were to go to the Upper Three Realms, I wouldn't be able to save anyone."

Li Yang: "..."

She knew everyone was trying to comfort her, but...

With a loud bang, the alchemy furnace exploded.

Li Yang looked up and gazed towards the research institute.

The Flower of Evil shouted, "Can't you guys watch yourselves! Don't blow up my Huahua!"

Amidst the thick smoke, a lithe figure with a silver-white afro and a small abacus clattering at his waist rushed towards Li Yang.

"It's done! It's done! It's done!" The one shouting was none other than Ms. Li Yaowan, the foremost master of the Chinese Alchemy lineage.

At this moment, Li Yaowan was in a state of utter madness. She hadn't slept for countless days and nights, and the dark circles under her eyes were as thick as painted soot from the bottom of a pot. She had already regained her youthful appearance, but now she had deliberately aged herself into a little old woman.

Although her appearance was withered, her small eyes shone with golden light.

It truly shines with golden light...

The golden light that propelled him to the Ninth-Grade Supreme!