“My chaotic power can break all laws. All restrictions and formations in this world are useless before me.”
“Regarding that hatred, it is their old grudge against all of humanity, not just against me.”
My trip is not for revenge, or provocation, but to discuss cooperation and seek coexistence. If we reach an agreement, it will be for the best; otherwise, I would just turn around and leave. They can’t stop me.
Lin Yuan looked at David’s unusually calm eyes and felt shocked.
There was no arrogance or anxiety in his eyes, only immeasurable calm and absolute self-confidence.
He recalled last night’s scene where David casually blocked his full-strength attack, his invincible attitude as he charged into the Black Rock Prison alone as if empty, and his terrifying strength in suppressing True Immortal Realm experts with just a wave of his hand.
Maybe……
Maybe this person really could do things that ordinary people couldn’t do.
Perhaps, he could truly resolve the eternal enmity between humans and spirits, and find a glimmer of hope for Freedom Valley and for all of humanity.
Lin Yuan opened his mouth, but the words of deterrence that almost came out of his mouth were finally swallowed back.
He took out a neatly folded animal skin map from his pocket. The map was old and yellowed, marked with mountains, rivers, canyons, and dangerous places. It was clear at a glance that it was a precious item that had been refined over many years.
Lin Yuan gently spread the map on the ground and pointed to a specially circled area in the deepest part of the north.
“The Ancient Realm of Ten Thousand Spirits is located in the deepest part of the Northern Territory.”
“Starting from here, head north and through the never-ending misty forest, and you will find the outer edge of the ancient kingdom.”
The entrance is sealed by an ancient restriction, and only members of the Spirit Clan can open it. Outsiders who wish to enter must be personally escorted by someone from within the Spirit Clan; otherwise, they cannot move an inch.
“How can we find people who can guide us?” David asked.
“Inside the Misty Forest, Elf patrol teams patrol all year round.”
Lin Yuan thought for a moment and said, “If you happen to meet them, state your identity and purpose, and you might be taken to meet the clan leader. Of course, you could also be expelled directly, or even arrested on the spot and imprisoned. Everything is uncertain.”
David bent down, picked up the map from the ground, and carefully put it in his pocket.
“I will try it.”
As soon as he finished speaking, he turned around and started walking out.
“David!”
Lin Yuan suddenly stood up and hurriedly called out to him.
David stopped for a moment and turned around.
Lin Yuan spoke solemnly, enunciating each word carefully: “The Spirit Clan Chief’s name is Qingmu.”
“His true form is the transformation of an ancient pine tree that has lived for 100,000 years. His cultivation is immeasurable. It is said that he has reached the ninth rank of the True Immortal Realm and is only one step away from the Golden Immortal Realm.”
“He is eccentric and secretive, reserved, and has a strong dislike for strangers, especially humans. Be careful in your travels, do not act impulsively or rashly, and always prioritize harmony.”
David nodded slightly: “I understand.”
He said no more and stepped out of the yard.
Jiang Xuelan was already standing quietly outside the courtyard gate.
He wore simple clothes, with an upright posture and a calm and aloof appearance, like plum blossoms in the snow-capped mountains, untouched by the dust of the world.
Obviously, he had heard every word of the conversation taking place on that page.
He didn’t speak, but just looked at David quietly, his gaze calm, but containing unspoken determination.
“Are you coming too?” David asked.
Jiang Xuelan nodded slowly, her voice calm but firm: “Wherever you go, I will go.”
No matter whether the path ahead was a bottomless abyss or a dangerous place, he would follow closely, never abandoning it.
David looked at him, a faint smile appearing on his lips.
With a person like that by my side, I won’t be afraid to go even to the most dangerous places.
“Okay, then let’s go.”
As soon as they finished speaking, the two of them moved simultaneously, turning into two streaks of light that shot into the sky and sped towards the northern horizon.
The incident was so fast that it disappeared in an instant.
In the morning light, Freedom Valley seemed to get smaller and smaller, slowly becoming blurry, and finally shrinking to a point, disappearing into the distance, like a dream that was slowly coming to an end.
At the mouth of the valley, Lin Yuan stood alone.
He stared at the direction where David and Jiang Xuelan had disappeared, and remained motionless for a long time.
The mountain wind blew his robe, making it flutter violently.
His mind was in a mess. He hoped that David could successfully persuade the Spirit Clan to bring strong reinforcements to the resistance army, but he was also worried that David would anger the Spirit Clan and bring trouble for himself, thus worsening an already precarious situation.
However, he had no other choice.
Hundreds of Free Valley residents were as fragile as candles blown out by the wind in the face of the fierce fury of the Protoss Alliance.
To survive, to continue the resistance, and to fight for a way out for humanity, we must seek outside help; we have to take risks.
Even if the hope is slim, even if the road ahead is full of danger.
Lin Yuan took a deep breath, his gaze hardening again.
He turned and walked back into the valley.
Regardless of the outcome, he would protect this place and its homeless citizens, and wait for David to return.
FAQ Novel
Q: Why does the Spirit Race hate the Human Race?
A: The Spirit Race’s hatred for the Human Race is deeply ingrained, stemming from an old grudge stretching back thousands of years, specifically due to past actions of humans exploiting Spirit Race resources.
Q: What is David’s plan for Free Valley?
A: David plans to travel to the Thousand Spirits Ancient Realm to attempt to gain the Spirit Race’s help, despite their known animosity towards humans, as Free Valley faces certain destruction without external aid.
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