Light Fortress

Chapter 1743 - 395: Silver Fox General

"Crack!"

In the spiritual world of destiny divination, a crisp cracking sound suddenly echoed.

This sound did not originate from within the divination scene.

Instead, it came from the three interlocked Sealing of Destiny!

This world of visualization, woven together by countless swirling wind and snow, is actually supported by the triune power of destiny from the bracelet, bangle, and pendant... and the divination cycle currently playing out in this world is consuming the Empress’s spirit.

The Empress is in her prime years, and her spirit is virtually inexhaustible.

As long as the sealing items can conduct divination, she can pay the price.

But prying into the "Divine Throne" has imposed a burden on these three items of destiny... especially as the target of scrutiny is the most powerful among the Seven Gods—Qinglong!

[The Sanctuary of the Goddess of Destiny], that seemingly intact repaired location, cracks open once more!

The next moment.

The spiritual world shatters, the golden clouds atop the Source Tower are pierced by a black arrow, and the subsequent divination scene is unknown, with the three pieces of destiny jewelry falling to the ground.

Destiny divination, thus ends.

"It opened..."

Gu Shen reached out to catch the pendant.

This pendant, which was finally united with much difficulty, has once again cracked open.

"A sealing item of such caliber is in its most perfect state the moment it is born. Trying to repair it back to its original state is actually impossible." The Empress’s expression was very calm; as the supporter of this destiny divination, she could sense the state of these three sealing items at any moment.

Before the pendant cracked open, she had already received a premonition in her Heart Lake.

However, she could do nothing about it.

The only consolation is that this pendant held out until the "critical divination scene" appeared.

"The golden clouds of the Source Tower were shattered by the black arrow..."

Gu Shen murmured, "Is this the indication given by destiny, is that arrow Qinglong’s end?"

In the attic of the Divine Domain, the two sat opposite each other in silence for a long time.

The capabilities of the Sealing of Destiny are limited.

The scene following the arrow’s shattering of the golden clouds was unseen by anyone.

But Gu Shen clearly saw the humanoid sphere of influence of the [Thunder Realm Walker]... this is almost a "clear indication" given by destiny.

Back then, Qinglong was injured by an Extinguishing Candle wielded by a [Thunder Realm Walker].

Now, the Five Continents World welcomes another [Thunder Realm Walker]...

"Judging from the divination scene just now, Bai Xiu is the key figure in killing Qinglong."

Gu Shen frowned and said, "I just can’t understand, a divine throne can’t sway the battle, can Bai Xiu really make a difference?"

Killing Qinglong is really difficult.

Especially when battling Qinglong within the Sky Divine Domain.

In the scene just now, Gu Shen saw clearly, that battle took place in the Sky Divine Domain at the apex of the Source Tower, even now, before fully refining the spark, he isn’t sure about joining the battle.

Could Little Xiuzi grow to such a level without a spark?

"This arrow might just be the beginning."

The Empress lowered her gaze and spoke after a long pause, "Without refining a spark, Bai Xiu’s chance of killing Qinglong is zero, no matter what fortuitous encounters he might have... it won’t help."

The gap between the divine throne and the mortal realm is like a chasm.

"This scene strikes me as somewhat strange."

Gu Shen murmured, "In the scene of killing Qinglong, either you or Mr. Bai Shu should appear."

"Quite the opposite."

The Empress responded, "The destiny divination should not touch forbidden existences. The more one masters the spark and accesses the origin, the more they are ’specially treated’ by destiny. The reason this scene can be divined is precisely because it did not feature any real divine thrones from start to finish..."

Hearing this, Gu Shen suddenly somewhat understood.

The golden clouds atop the Source Tower are just a corner of the Divine Domain.

As for the arrow-shooting Little Xiuzi, though appearing magnificent in the scene, is ultimately "mortal."

Precisely because of this.

The destiny triad was able to smoothly perform the divination... and this was already their "limit."

Gu Shen asked, "The pendant shattered because another forbidden existence is set to appear next?"

"I think that’s very likely the case."

The Empress nodded, saying, "Perhaps it is Qinglong, perhaps it is I, perhaps it is Bai Shu... or perhaps, it is you who has already refined the spark. The appearance of a god-level combatant means that this segment of video surpasses the divining limits of the three sealing items, leading to the phenomenon of ’shattering.’"

"That makes sense." Gu Shen also nodded.

"Bai Xiu... Thunder Realm Walker..."

The Empress absent-mindedly shook her head and remarked with a chuckle.

"This divination scene is indeed intriguing. I anticipated countless possibilities, but never imagined that this Divine War would be initiated by a mortal..."

Gu Shen’s thoughts stirred, saying, "I heard Little Xiuzi is now cultivating in the North Continent."

The Empress smiled slightly, saying, "You seem to be constantly interested in him."

"Perhaps it is the destined in fate; I’ve always regarded him as my strongest opponent."

Gu Shen solemnly said, "Since I began Extraordinary Cultivation, I’ve never seen a cultivator as astonishing as Bai Xiu..."

"Indeed."

Even the Empress offered sincere praise, "Bai Xiu’s intuition, aptitude, spirit, and physique are of top-notch quality. He’s practically a perfect candidate born for ’Extraordinary Cultivation.’ Even from my perspective, he’s one of the top geniuses."

For a continent’s Emperor, a dignified divine throne to offer such an evaluation.

It shows how high Bai Xiu’s talent is.

"One of the top?" Gu Shen smiled wryly and shook his head, asking, "Is there anyone else who can compare with Bai Xiu in cultivation talent?"

"Of course, there is."

With a meaning-laden gesture, the Empress extended her hand and patted Gu Shen’s shoulder across the space: "Far away in the sky, right in front of you."

Gu Shen was stunned for a second.

Was she referring to himself?

However... upon closer reflection, his talent for Extraordinary Cultivation is indeed high. Even without the blessings of the Netherworld King’s Spark, he is not inferior to Bai Xiu.

When he awakened, Little Xiuzi had already achieved fame and success.

This journey.

Gu Shen had been chasing Bai Xiu, and most of the time, he couldn’t even see Bai Xiu’s shadow... But now, he finally stood at the same height as Bai Xiu.

"There’s one more."

Lin Lei said solemnly: "Gu Changzhi."

"However, solely on the path of Extraordinary Cultivation, he is more pure than you, and more pure than Gu Changzhi."

Lin Lei shook her head, saying: "You are carrying too many burdens now, whether it’s the Ancient Literature Society or the Netherworld King’s Spark, they are actually not conducive to focused cultivation..."

Gu Shen fell silent.

Indeed.

In this regard, he couldn’t compare with Bai Xiu, and many times his progress was driven by circumstances.

He had no choice but to move forward.

If given the option, he might not have chosen to stand at the crest of such a wave.

Gu Shen raised his head and asked: "And Mr. Gu Changzhi?"

"He is different from Bai Xiu."

Lin Lei thought for a long time; a faint smile appeared at her lips, "In my eyes, Gu Changzhi is a very simple person. He embarked on the path of ’Extraordinary Cultivation’ to pursue the resolution of injustice, so he does not pursue extreme power. As long as it is sufficient, he is satisfied."

Gu Shen puzzled: "Sufficient?"

"If he wants to do something, if a mountain blocks, he will split the mountain; if a sea hinders, he will move the sea."

The Empress’s voice was exceptionally solemn, "If a Divine Throne obstructs, he will punch the obstruction into smithereens."

Gu Shen’s mind swayed after hearing.

What power, what dominance is this?

Unfortunately, he missed seeing Mr. Gu Changzhi at his peak and prime.

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...

Gu Shen left the pavilion, Mu Wanqiu and the corps commander had long awaited outside.

Besides them, there were hundreds of Lin’s Imperial Guard, arranged in formation, standing silently and solemnly.

"Are you alright?"

The corps commander asked solemnly.

The pulsing power from the pavilion just now indeed left a strong impression.

It seemed His Majesty had used the power of the Divine Domain; what matter warranted such use?

"Rest assured, Aunt Wen, being with His Majesty, I am naturally unharmed."

Gu Shen smiled and spoke.

Receiving this answer, Purple Rain was relieved; she was not so curious about what happened in the Divine Domain.

"That’s good."

The corps commander waved a hand, dismissing the distant waiting Lin’s Imperial Guard.

The estate suddenly became much quieter.

"What was that commotion just now?"

Mu Wanqiu quickly asked in a lowered voice.

Gu Shen feigned seriousness, coldly saying: "Don’t ask what you shouldn’t ask."

Mu Wanqiu: "???"

Privately, Gu Shen transmitted a message to clarify: "Don’t worry, just a divination occurred using the power of the Divine Domain, hence the grand display."

"For the record, I’m not interested in matters within the Divine Domain."

Though Mu Wanqiu transmitted this, her expression didn’t quite match disinterest.

"However, as a crown-bearer... I believe if this matter relates to the future ’Divine War,’ I should have the right to know."

Mu Wanqiu brought up a reasonable but tenuous excuse.

She and Gu Shen had just left Changye—

Regarding killing Qinglong, intuition told her the turmoil was not over.

In fact, her intuition was quite accurate.

"Regarding the method of killing Qinglong, an initial glimpse was seen..."

Gu Shen originally didn’t plan to hide it.

He looked at the corps commander, earnestly asking: "Aunt Wen, I hear Little Xiuzi is cultivating under Silver Fox General?"

"Yes, that’s true."

The corps commander raised an eyebrow, saying: "Bai Xiu has been in North Continent for some time, he initially expressed his intention to follow the General in cultivation. But this doesn’t align with the army’s internal regulations... However, his conditions are too special, and Silver Fox General favors him greatly. Ultimately, the Second Army took him in exceptionally."

Army promotions have extremely clear and strict regulations.

Not just anyone can come or go as they please.

But...

Bai Xiu, a top-tier talent with the potential of reaching the Divine Position, is indeed too rare.

Now, with the major fusion plan progressing smoothly, North Continent won’t miss the chance to forge ties with such a genius.

"Please introduce me if convenient."

Gu Shen sincerely said: "If possible, I would also like to learn from Silver Fox General."

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(Only one Chapter tonight, a large Chapter will come tomorrow.)