Eternal Tale

In the midst of the swirling snow, Immortal Absolute sat slumped, his gaze cold and hollow, as if he had become one with the desolate snowy landscape.

The snow fell like silver, the chill pervasive, forming a thin white layer on him, mirroring the despair in his heart that could not be erased.

The snowflakes danced around him, turning into cold specks without a trace of warmth, as if mocking his inner plight and poverty.

He sat alone in the snow, feeling alienated from the world, unable to find his place. The joy of becoming stronger, the thrill of being acknowledged by the Dao Ancestor, had all vanished. Now, he felt nothing but emptiness and loss.

The snow fell all around him, creating a world of solitude and desolation.

A massive debt of five hundred thousand top-grade spirit stones... it would bankrupt his entire family.

Immortal Absolute stared at the snowflakes, as if seeing his own hopelessness and predicament. Each flake represented the pain and helplessness in his heart, making him feel trapped by fate.

Slowly, he rose and knelt on the ground, spreading his hands to the falling snow, all his emotions and words condensed into a tragic howl: ”No~~~!!!”

Buzz—

The mournful cry echoed in all directions, shaking the mountains, causing flocks of spirit birds to fly away, thinking the giant had gone mad.In the distance.

Chen Xun and Black Bull faintly heard the piercing scream, their laughter growing louder, only to be gradually drowned out by the wind and snow. However, Chen Xun found himself quite fond of Immortal Absolute.

Such people were rare in the world of immortals. The sheer determination to repay debts, even in death, was something that deeply impressed him. He had never met anyone like that before.

He wondered if the entire Nine Heavens Shadow Clan was like this, or if it was just Immortal Absolute.

Their figures vanished into the white expanse, and after a stick of incense, they arrived outside Mo Fuyang’s cave abode.

Whoosh!

Whoosh!

...

As they appeared, dozens of puppets surrounded them from eight directions around the cave, even covering the sky and ground. These puppets came in various forms, some humanoid, some beast-like.

Moreover, there were clearly formation flags set up around, though the puppets themselves were quite worn.

Yet, within these puppets flowed the qi of the Five Elements. In terms of cultivation, they were only at the Qi cultivation phase, with the strongest at the Foundation Establishment phase.

”Wow.” Chen Xun’s eyes lit up, marveling at the sight around him. ”So these are Five Elements Puppets, using the principle of mutual generation among the Five Elements to piece together the scraps from Trash Island.”

”Moo moo!” Black Bull’s gaze turned to the formation flags, his eyes also lighting up. These flags didn’t control the qi of the Five Elements in the world but could manipulate the Five Elements qi within the puppets.

”Old Mo, well done.”

Chen Xun nodded approvingly, looking at the respectful figure slowly emerging outside the cave abode. ”But the puppets are filled with too much Metal qi, disrupting the balance of the Five Elements, and they lack the essence of the Five Elements, making them somewhat rigid.”

”Dao Ancestor, you have a keen eye!” Mo Fuyang said respectfully, bowing deeply. ”My skills in refining are still immature, unable to achieve true mutual generation of the Five Elements. The essence of the Five Elements... will have to be acquired later at an auction.”

”Well, the ’Five Elements Immortal Scripture’ is somewhat incomplete, not your fault, haha.”

Chen Xun smiled, gently raising his hand. ”There’s no need for such formality between us, no more bowing at every turn.”

”Yes, greetings to Ancestor Bull.” Mo Fuyang had just raised his head and immediately bowed to Black Bull, making Chen Xun shake his head with a smile, saying no more on the matter.

”Moo moo~~”

Black Bull shook his tail, taking out three formation flags from his storage ring and sending them flying to Mo Fuyang’s hand. ”Moo!”

”These are formation flags Old Bull and I refined when we first entered the world of immortals. Old Bull said to give them to you. They’ll greatly aid in controlling your Five Elements Puppets. Just immerse your divine sense into them to learn the refining method.”

”Thank you for the gift, Ancestor Bull!”

Mo Fuyang’s voice was filled with excitement, bowing so low that he almost touched the snow. He didn’t want to be taller than Ancestor Bull when bowing.

”Moo~” Black Bull joyfully snorted, releasing a warm breath that dispersed into the snowy wind.

Chen Xun then changed the subject: ”Old Mo, any issues with your cultivation? I can help with anything.”

”Dao Ancestor, no worries, reaching the Void Refinement phase won’t be a problem.”

”Take this Image Stone; I’ve prepared it especially for you. It contains my insights and teachings.”

Chen Xun’s expression was calm, knowing Mo Fuyang’s talent wasn’t high, so he tailored his teaching. ”I also have a friend named Yuanming, skilled in refining. You can follow him for cultivation, just mention my name.”

Mo Fuyang was startled: ”Dao Ancestor, are you planning to leave?”

”Yes, in a few days.”

Chen Xun nodded with a smile, taking a few steps forward. ”The road is long, no need to worry. You can contact me through the Star Compass if needed. Just focus on your cultivation; one day, we’ll establish a sect.”

Mo Fuyang’s gaze sharpened, bowing silently. His fate had been changed by the Dao Ancestor, and this bow was for the reverence in his heart. If the Dao Ancestor established a sect, he would willingly serve as a humble disciple, dedicating everything to the sect.

A glimmer flashed in Chen Xun’s eyes as he spoke calmly: ”When we return, we’ll visit Star Swallowing Immortal City together. If there’s nothing else, send someone to find your old friends, don’t leave any regrets.”

”Yes, Dao Ancestor.” Mo Fuyang’s pupils contracted, surprised that the Dao Ancestor remembered such a small matter. For some reason, he didn’t feel moved, only a profound sense of awe.

”Old Mo, take these four Taiwei Purple Immortal Fruits and live well for me.”

Chen Xun suddenly placed a large hand on Mo Fuyang’s shoulder, his expression solemn. ”You must join us in witnessing the future of this grand world, don’t fall on this path.”

”Moo moo moo!!”

”You weren’t born a prodigy, lacking the conditions to consume longevity fruits. Now there are two types of longevity fruits available, and Old Bull and I will find them for you, rest assured!”

”...Yes... yes... yes! Dao Ancestor!”

Mo Fuyang trembled slightly, struggling to speak, ”Mo Fuyang will follow Dao Ancestor to the end, through life and death, never falling on the path.”

Black Bull slowly raised his head, looking at the solemn Chen Xun. This statement carried too many regrets and burdens from Chen Xun’s life.

Mo Fuyang was just a reflection of that, the words spoken from the heart, as if addressing him, yet also speaking to countless old friends.

It let out a soft moo, turning to gaze at Mo Fuyang as well. Even if they faced divine retribution, they would find the ninth level of the Water Spirit Decision, changing fate for all their friends, old acquaintances, and juniors!

The cold wind howled, bringing a biting chill, blurring the surrounding scenery.

But it couldn’t overshadow the emotion and determination in Mo Fuyang’s heart. They stood in the wind and snow, exchanging resolute glances, their figures flickering in the storm.

Their presence was like a shining light in Mo Fuyang’s heart, piercing through the snowy world, illuminating the path ahead.

One man and one bull had already left, while Mo Fuyang remained, bowing deeply for a long time. The Dao Ancestor... vast and majestic, the Dao law boundless!