"With my remaining strength, I can conceal Soul Land within the void for three years," he said. "Even a Divine King will not be able to detect the existence of Soul Land within these three years."
Besides, I will grant you one more opportunity for creation. If you come to understand it, you will definitely break through to the realm of the Divine King within three years. However, if you fail to comprehend anything, your doom will arrive after these three years."
Upon hearing these words, Qin Xiao remained silent for a moment, then suddenly smiled. "At this point, it seems I really have no other choice, right? Please do tell me what I should do, senior."
"I give you seven days to deal with the trivial matters of Soul Land. After seven days, find a secluded place to begin your closed-door cultivation."
"Understood."
Qin Xiao nodded, then left the Spirit Space.
When he opened his eyes, he realized the battle over Spirit City had nearly come to an end.
The corpses of abyssal creatures piled up like mountains.
Of course, the loss of humanity was also extremely severe.
Qin Xiao fell silent for a while.
No need to ask.
He knew that humanity was facing an unprecedented disaster.
And no one would be spared in this catastrophe.
"Your Highness..."
At that moment, several excited voices called out in unison.
Qin Xiao turned around to see Zhu Zhuqing, Ning Rongrong, Meng Yiran, and others rushing towards him.
"It's good that you are all safe."
Seeing that everyone was unharmed, Qin Xiao was still very relieved.
This was normal.
How many people are truly selfless?
Qin Xiao saw Zhao Wuji, too, "Old Zhao, you have worked hard."
"Hehe, this is what I should do," Zhao Wuji said with a laugh, scratching his head.
Qin Xiao then looked towards Liu Erlong, "How great were the losses for the Blue Electric Overlord Dragon Clan?"
Liu Erlong thought seriously for a moment, "Although the losses are heavy, they are acceptable. Thankfully, we have formed an alliance with the major forces on Soul Land and gathered in Spirit City, where we still hold some power to resist; otherwise, the consequences would be unimaginable."
Qin Xiao nodded slightly upon hearing this.
Indeed, what was said was true.
Sea God's Island was an excellent example.
With the Black Emperor, a top-10 strength from the abyssal plane, descending, it was fortunate that we had Sea God's Trident, along with Poseissi and many Sea Soul Masters and sea soul beasts, to counter some of the forces from the abyssal plane.
What about those powers far inferior to Sea God's Island?
Undoubtedly,
Other than 'destruction', Qin Xiao could not think of another word.
"The war is not over yet; there are still a large number of abyssal creatures scattered all over Soul Land, which will take a long time to purge. Do not relax your vigilance easily."
Qin Xiao reminded Liu Erlong.
"You're right, we indeed need to work together,"
"And the war will last longer than we imagined."
"Destruction is easy, creation is hard. Even after the abyssal creatures are purged, planning the reconstruction is yet another big issue."
"..."
At this moment, Ning Fengzhi, Bi Bidong, and a seriously wounded Qiandaoliu, among others, also walked over.
They agreed with Qin Xiao's words.
"This matter can only be left to you all now."
"Are you leaving?"
Upon hearing Qin Xiao's words, everyone was stunned.
The intention to leave was not concealed in his words at all.
Even Ning Rongrong, who stood beside Qin Xiao, subconsciously tightened her grip on his clothes.
Qin Xiao gently patted Ning Rongrong's hand, "Don't worry, I'm just leaving for a while. My Cultivation Level has advanced too quickly, and some foundations are unstable; I need time to solidify them."
He did not mention the crisis in the Divine Realm to anyone.
Because with their abilities, they simply could not solve it; it would only increase their panic.
"I see," said Ning Rongrong as she let go of Qin Xiao's hand.
Of course, Ning Rongrong was easy to deceive.
Qiandaoliu, Ning Fengzhi, and others were somewhat skeptical about Qin Xiao's words, but they did not inquire further.
It's better to know less about the affairs of the martial world, as understanding some things might not benefit oneself.
Afterward, Qin Xiao struck with thunderous might, killing most of the abyssal powerhouses.
Among these were the Heavenly Bull Emperor and Bee Emperor, mighty beings from the top 10 layers of the abyss.
The remaining abyssal creatures were no longer a coherent force and couldn't pose much of a threat.
For the next five days, Qin Xiao didn't go anywhere; he stayed in a small courtyard within Spirit City, cherishing the time with the women.
No one disturbed them during those five days.
On the morning of the sixth day, the lively courtyard suddenly quieted down.
Because Qin Xiao had left.
He left them with these words, "This departure is only to ensure a better reunion next time."
...
Tiandou Empire.
Tiandou City.
Qin Xiao arrived at the outskirts of the city, which was a sight of devastation.
The once grand and majestic city was now only ruins and rubble.
The smoke of gunpowder still filled the air, unable to dissipate the pungent smell of blood.
It was hard to imagine the severe ferocity that had taken place here.
Fortunately, the disaster had passed, and under the lead of the Douluo Alliance, or the Douluo Federation, many people were active inside and outside the city, beginning the rebuilding process.
Walking through Tiandou City, Qin Xiao was filled with emotions.
After all, his memories of this city were remarkably profound.
Suddenly, a familiar voice reached his ears.
"The knowledge I'm teaching you is unbeatable. You must study hard, understand?"
Curious, Qin Xiao followed the voice.
In a short while, he arrived at a dilapidated courtyard where Yu Xiaogang, tattered and unkempt, was enthusiastically imparting his knowledge to a few children.
They were all seven or eight years old, obviously commoners whose Martial Spirits had failed to awaken.
"Xiaosan, do you remember the ten core competencies I taught you yesterday?"
At this moment, Yu Xiaogang pointed at a child who was both thin and short and asked,
"I, I, I..."
The child's face was filled with embarrassment, completely at a loss for an answer.
What nonsense about the top ten core competencies, if it wasn't for the sight of this madman in front of them, who could conjure up some food like magic, they couldn't care less about putting on an act here.
"Xiaowu, do you remember?"
Seeing that the boy couldn't answer, Yu Xiaogang turned to another skinny boy and asked.
"Teacher, I don't remember either..."
"Teacher, I'm hungry. You won't even let us eat our fill, how can we have the strength to study..."
The frail-looking boy said pitifully.
"Right, that's also true."
Upon hearing this, Yu Xiaogang nodded repeatedly, then took out two steamed buns from somewhere and handed them to the child in front of him.
"Quick, eat up. Once you're done, study hard. After you've learned the knowledge I teach you, you'll all become mighty Titled Douluos in the future."
Yu Xiaogang's expression was filled with anticipation.
But how could those children care about his words?
Looking at the steamed buns in their hands was far more appealing than looking at Yu Xiaogang.
"Is that Tang San and Xiaowu? If Tang San knew, he'd probably be turning in his grave..."
"However, who would've thought that Yu Xiaogang could survive this catastrophe..."
"And to think, he actually went mad."
Qin Xiao shook his head slightly and left the courtyard.
He thought it over carefully.
Suddenly, Qin Xiao felt that such an outcome might not be the worst for Yu Xiaogang.
After all, in the real world, nobody would have agreed with his ideas, right?
Yet what surprised Qin Xiao was that just as he had not gone far after leaving, he encountered two familiar figures.
One fat, one thin.
It was none other than Ma Hongjun and Oscar, who had been missing for a long time.
The two had stealthily left Blue Tyrant Academy, leaving behind only a letter.
Seeking their own dreams.
The contents of the letter roughly stated that with Qin Xiao around, the two of them would never have the opportunity to realize their own value. This wasn't the life they wanted.
They asked Flander for forgiveness for their sudden departure, and that they would apologize to Flander after they had made a name for themselves.
But,
Did they attain the life they wanted?
In Qin Xiao's view, probably not.
Ma Hongjun and Oscar at this moment were in a pitiful state.
Ma Hongjun's hand rested on Oscar's shoulder, holding a broken tree branch he had picked up somewhere, using it to feel the ground ahead.
It seemed, he had mostly gone blind.
Oscar's right arm was gone, his empty sleeve fluttering in the wind. His eyes, which once sparkled, were now dull and aimlessly fixed ahead, zombie-like as he led Ma Hongjun forward, ever forward...
They appeared so utterly dejected.
Seeing this, Qin Xiao did not disturb the two.
Everyone's life is full of choices, and likewise, they must pay the price for those choices.
Having left Tiandou City, Qin Xiao didn't head to another city.
After discerning the direction, his silhouette instantly vanished from the spot.
The next stop would be his last.
That strange Space where the Plane Will resided...
...
Having written up to here, the story of Douluo is roughly completed according to my outline.
The general thread of this book is about Tiandou, Spirit City, the Abyssal Demons of the Alternate Dimension, and finally, the Divine Realm...
Thus far, only the last step remains—conquering the Divine Realm. However, before that, a process of strength improvement is needed.
Thank you everyone for your support all along.
I am deeply grateful.
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