“Heavens above, what—what is that?” A guard on duty saw the most shocking scene as Fan You appeared.
The soldiers beside him offered no reply, for they were all staring blankly at the sky, where they beheld not only a colossal, blue-glowing magic array but also a towering, ancient tree enveloped in golden light, slowly ascending!
The impact of this vision was akin to an atomic bomb detonating in their minds, instantly petrifying them where they stood!
Such a colossal disturbance sent everyone throughout the Imperial Palace rushing outside, not just to witness what had occurred, but also to flee the earthquake-like tremors shaking the grounds!
“My God, that—is that a tree? How—how is it flying?” A serving girl gasped, her entire body trembling uncontrollably, unsure whether it was from fear or exhilaration.
The high-ranking officials held different thoughts from the common folk; they clearly recognized the direction as that of the “Nanyugong” (Southern Joy Palace). Their minds raced: What in the world has happened in the ‘Nanyugong’? Could this be some conspiracy? Has Brenda finally decided to make her move?
The constant scheming between various factions within the Palace was an unspoken truth. Now, the foremost concern for every rival faction was whether this bizarre phenomenon was a plot orchestrated by the ‘Nanyugong’. If that proved true, the situation would become dire!
Consequently, all parties began dispatching secret agents to investigate what transpired at the ‘Nanyugong’ and simultaneously prepared for a confrontation. Paige was no exception to this mobilization, but just as she started issuing orders, Kaine gently restrained her!
“Paige, there’s no need to get so worked up!” Kaine chuckled lightly, covering her mouth.
She knew very well that anyone capable of creating such a massive upheaval could only be Zhong Shenxiu, and that peculiar magic array was one only he could employ. That was why she appeared so relaxed at that moment.
Paige, unaware of these subtleties, looked at Kaine with an expression of anxious confusion.
“Oh, look how tense you are. Relax, this was done by Little Xiu!” Kaine explained.
Hearing Kaine’s explanation, Paige didn't relax; instead, she became even more bewildered. “Done by Xiu? Why would he go to the ‘Nanyugong’?”
“That... I’m not sure about, maybe there’s some treasure there!” Kaine couldn't help but laugh again.
Treasure? Paige’s expression grew even more vacant. For a mere treasure, there was no need to cause such a massive stir that it alarmed the entire Imperial Palace! And besides... isn't this a bit too monstrous?
Meanwhile, Brenda had collapsed onto the ground, her face deathly pale. No one suffered a greater visual shock than she, as she witnessed the ‘live broadcast’ at close range. The picture quality and sound fidelity were incomparable to those viewing from afar!
Watching the demon-like structure violently shake and collapse, the entire ‘Nanyugong’ would soon disintegrate completely!
Heavens above, why didn't you grant me clear eyes? Why did I ever provoke such a lunatic?
Brenda could only regret this internally, yet dared not voice a single complaint. This feeling could be vividly summarized by four words: witnessing a live implosion!
Robin stood silently nearby, observing the earth-shattering spectacle, her eyes shimmering with a fervent, almost reverent light.
As the saying goes, the expert sees the technique, while the novice enjoys the show. Robin was different from everyone else; she deeply apprehended the infinite mysteries unfolding before her!
Just as Robin was intently absorbing this experience, Zhong Shenxiu’s voice calling her name reached her ears.
With a swift whoosh, Robin was instantly at Zhong Shenxiu’s side, her small face slightly flushed, looking at him as if hesitant to speak.
“I’ll teach you later. For now, just follow my instructions!” Zhong Shenxiu then began relaying the necessary precautions.
To extract such a massive ‘Primal Spiritual Tree,’ it had to be stored within Robin’s ‘Storage Bracelet.’ However, the environment inside the ‘Storage Bracelet’ was unsuitable for the ‘Primal Spiritual Tree’s’ survival, necessitating some specialized preparations!
Robin was quick-witted and soon committed Zhong Shenxiu’s instructions to memory. The remaining task was to collect this ‘Primal Spiritual Tree.’
As Zhong Shenxiu formed another set of hand seals, a magic array, matching the size of the one in the sky, materialized beneath the ‘Primal Spiritual Tree.’ From a distance, the entire tree seemed suspended within a gigantic cylinder. Then, the two arrays began rotating in opposite directions, their emitted light growing even more dazzling.
“Robin, you can start now.”
As soon as Zhong Shenxiu finished speaking, Robin, surprisingly, began forming hand seals herself—though the method was entirely different from what Zhong Shenxiu had just performed!
When Robin completed her seals, her ‘Storage Bracelet’ began emitting a faint purple glow. At that precise instant, Robin pushed off with her feet and shot upward like a meteor, streaking toward the suspended ‘Primal Spiritual Tree’!
Just as she was about to collide, Robin suddenly extended her small hand, placing it directly against the trunk. Then, with a whoosh, the entire ‘Primal Spiritual Tree’ vanished, along with the two massive magic arrays.
Evidently, the ‘Primal Spiritual Tree’ had been secured within Robin’s ‘Storage Bracelet,’ and the sky returned to darkness. After all was complete, Zhong Shenxiu offered Robin, who had just landed, a small word of praise, eliciting a charming smile from her.
The ordeal was finally concluded successfully, and Zhong Shenxiu couldn't help but show an excited grin.
Though collecting this ‘Primal Spiritual Tree’ had been tedious, it was immensely worthwhile—a fact that would be proven later!
Glancing briefly at the devastated surroundings, Zhong Shenxiu paid it little mind, called out to Brenda, and proceeded toward the next objective!
Alas, the entire ‘Nanyugong’ was destined for a sleepless night! … They worked tirelessly until the break of dawn the next day. Zhong Shenxiu and Robin finally bid farewell to a smiling Brenda, having systematically stripped the ‘Nanyugong’ of virtually every valuable and precious item. The palace was now essentially a hollow shell; Brenda’s staple diet might soon be reduced to steamed buns, pickled vegetables, and millet porridge!
When Zhong Shenxiu and Robin returned to the ‘Dongyue Palace,’ they could hear servants everywhere gossiping about the strange phenomena of the previous night, with the stories growing more outlandish and spawning several different versions.
“Sister, where did you go?”
As soon as they entered the small courtyard, they heard Tiya’s slightly petulant voice.
Tiya had woken up very early, intending to discuss what she witnessed last night with Robin, only to find her room empty. Robin was nowhere to be found. After inquiring with the maids, who claimed ignorance of Robin’s whereabouts, Tiya had no choice but to wait here. Finally, seeing Zhong Shenxiu and Robin walk in, she immediately rushed over.
Robin glanced at Zhong Shenxiu, knowing he was about to immerse himself in research, and quickly said to Tiya, “Let’s go somewhere else!”
Tiya readily agreed, taking Robin’s hand and heading out while recounting her own experience of seeing immortals the previous night.
Without realizing it, the two arrived at Belladanti’s residence; it seemed Tiya often visited this place when she had free time!
“Teacher, Teacher, are you there?” Tiya was already calling out upon reaching the courtyard.
The door opened, and Belladanti emerged. The way she looked at Tiya and Robin now was peculiar, as if observing and pondering simultaneously!
Since Zhong Shenxiu and his group arrived at the ‘Dongyue Palace,’ the shocks she experienced had been relentless: first, Robin’s demonstration of incredible power, then Zhong Shenxiu teaching Tiya a magical technique, and yesterday’s bizarre event—it was one astonishing incident after another, impossible to keep up with!
“Teacher, what are you thinking about?” Tiya moved closer to Belladanti and tugged on her sleeve.
Belladanti snapped out of her reverie. However, instead of answering Tiya’s question, she turned to Robin and asked, “Robin, was that incident last night caused by you two?”
She had pondered all night, concluding that only freaks like Robin and Zhong Shenxiu could possibly create such a grand spectacle!
Robin gazed at Belladanti, remaining silent for a long moment before giving a slight nod.
Although the gesture was subtle, in Belladanti’s eyes, it stirred up a massive internal storm!
Heavens, it really was them! Their strength has reached an almost unreal level. Are they truly human?
Belladanti couldn't help but examine Robin again.
“Teacher, what are you talking about?” Tiya hadn't understood and asked curiously.
Belladanti suppressed the shock in her heart, turned to look at Tiya, still offered no answer, and instead said, “Tiya, could you show Teacher that powerful magic you learned yesterday one more time?”
This was her second greatest point of concern. She genuinely could not comprehend how magic could be imbued into a thin leaf and yet drastically increase both destructive power and defensive capability—it utterly defied conventional understanding!
Earlier, while in her room, she had been studying this very problem, but she had found absolutely no headway!
Children love to show off, and Tiya was certainly no exception. Delighted, she performed the move Zhong Shenxiu had taught her yesterday.
Belladanti watched intently, and the light in her eyes grew more fervent the longer she watched, completely immersed in the profound mystique she was currently sensing!
Regrettably, she still couldn't resolve the question plaguing her mind. Finally, unable to suppress her burning curiosity, she posed her query to Robin, hoping Robin could illuminate the path for her!
Robin did not disappoint Belladanti; she gave her a practical lesson, which ultimately shattered her completely—F
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