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"Flowing Water Sword Technique..." The young man looked down, and his mind kept replaying the sword technique in which a drop of water turned into an ocean, as well as the feeling of "flow" and "stickiness" that came towards him.
None of Ruotu's attacks actually went towards the embers, because when the first wave of water hit, Ruotu was destined to be tightly entangled by the water.
The impact from the soul continued to hinder Ruota's movements, making it impossible for him to attack.
Even if Ruo Tuo really launched an attack, the young master felt that it would be useless. Under that "flow", the young master felt that any attack would be dodged.
"Flowing Water Sword Technique...Devil's Armor..." The young master looked at his palm. He had always been proud of his skill called "Devil's Armor".
But now, can the Demon King's armed forces defeat the endless and increasingly powerful swordsmanship?
The answer is no. The young master took a deep breath and said, "He is a god...what can I compare with him?"
"Yes, what can I compare with him..."
The young master had no idea that the emotion called "escape" appeared in his heart for the first time.
"Why is this guy so fierce?" Osel saw the beast jumping not far in front of him. Despite the obstruction of Yu Zhang, he still shrank back.
Who knows if these animals will turn into a wall of flesh and "reshape" him again?
"How dare you call yourself a senior if you're not strong?"
The flames burning in the sky made the sound of embers. Then the flames faded, and the flames burned directly through Zhongli's jade halberd, and it seemed that they wanted to fly directly to the Qun Yu Pavilion.
However, Yu Jin still had an idea in mind. When it was about to reach the Qun Yu Pavilion, the flames dissipated, and then Yu Jin "smashed" directly to the ground.
"Don't talk to me, I need a break."
Glancing at the crowd gathered around him, Yu Jin made them hold back their words with just one sentence.
After saying that, the ember lost all its life, as if it were dead.
The silent silence lasted for a long time. Yu Jin didn't speak, and no one else spoke either.
After all, no matter how you think about it, the miracle just performed had consumed a huge amount of energy and was still being cleaned up, so Yu Jin had to have a good rest.
Just as everyone was thinking this, they suddenly saw Yu Jin's body move. Then he stood up with a "swoosh".
"Okay?" Osel asked in disbelief when he saw Yu Jin standing up from the floor with a somersault.
How long has it been? An hour? He's already standing up? Osel was thinking that if things didn't work out, he could go to the sea and catch some seafood for Yu Jin.
"It's OK." Yu Jin patted his chest, as if nothing had happened. Well, actually there were still some effects, for example, Yu Jin felt sore all over.
It's similar to how an average person feels after strenuous exercise.
"Okay, you're awesome." Osel said nothing more and started drawing circles with his tail.
Why is there such a big difference between humans and snakes?
"Brother Yu Jin is in good health, of course. I wonder if Ruo Tuo is down there..."
Before Zhongli finished speaking, Yu Jin threw his Piercing Rainbow Spear back to him, waved his hand and said, "It's okay, I just fell asleep."
Looking at Ruotu's even breathing, Yu Jin nodded. I didn't expect Ruotu to sleep so quietly. If he was still groaning at his size, the whole of Liyue would probably not have any sleep.
"Once he wakes up, everything should be over. Of course, the premise is that your relationship with him is good enough."
"If it's the same as with Osel, I think we'll have to fight again. We'll see then!"
Yu Jin suddenly felt that something was wrong. What if Ruota still harbored ill will towards Liyue after waking up?
"Don't worry about that. Morax and that fat dragon are in cahoots." Osel said with some contempt as he looked at Ruota who was sleeping below.
Morax is already powerful, and with him there is also Ruotu, who is on the same page with him. The war between the gods and demons in Liyue is really heartbreaking and makes people cry.
He is so strong but still hires thugs. For Morax's behavior, Osel wanted to raise his middle finger to express his contempt.
"Good relationship? Then why was he sealed?" Yu Jin scratched his head. The way Rota came out was somewhat similar to Osel.
However, without his help, Osel would probably have to release his projection through the crack in the seal and wait for an opportunity to break the seal from the outside.
As for Ruotu..., Yu Jin recalled that what he first saw was the chaotic rock elemental force in the world. It is estimated that Ruotu discovered that there was a flaw in the seal and directly tore the seal apart with all his strength.
"Because of wear and tear." Zhongli changed back to the man wearing the long gown, and the Guanhong Spear in his hand disappeared.
"Wear and tear can drive people crazy. Even former good friends can become enemies because of wear and tear." He shook his head and looked at the people behind him.
“So, Emperor…” Ningguang and Zhongli looked at each other, and she saw deep fatigue in Zhongli’s eyes.
"Well, the wear and tear has affected my sanity. If I don't 'retire', I'm afraid I'll end up like Ruota, forgetting... or even hating Liyue."
Zhongli sighed. Wasn’t faking his death a way of saving himself?
"Stand still! I'll give you a few hits." Yu Jin drew out the Flowing Curved Sword again, eager to try it out against Zhongli.
His eyes occasionally glanced at the young master and the scattered soldiers beside him. Although the flowing water sword technique of the embers became stronger and stronger with use, it required the original soul as the source of power.
Fortunately, there are two of them here.
Although both of them are male, they cannot produce more life. However, the boundary between male and female is as non-existent to Yu Jin.
and so……
Seeing Yu Jin sharpening his knife, both the Young Master and the scattered soldiers felt a deep sense of malice.
Chapter 314: Zhongli is determined to retire
2023-11-25
"Repair the wear and tear..."
Zhongli looked down at Ruota who was sleeping like a mountain and fell into deep thought.
He looked back at Ningguang and the others behind him, and then felt the three platforms filled with immortal energy on the Jade Pavilion, and nodded imperceptibly.
"Yes! Just hit them twice and take a nap, I guarantee you'll feel refreshed the next day!" As he said that, Yu Jin swung the curved sword in his hand, and the sharp sword light immediately cut off several strands of the young master and the scattered soldier's hair.
The cool feeling coming from their heads made the two of them take a few steps back. If Yu Jin's hand shook again, it would probably be their heads that fell.
"I thank Brother Yu Jin for his kindness. But... my duties as the God of Rock end here." Zhongli raised the corner of his mouth to smile.
"After I give up my priesthood, the wear and tear will no longer be a life-threatening danger to me. Moreover, among the seven gods, the God of Rock has performed the priesthood for more than two thousand years."
"As for Liyue, I have watched over it for more than 3,700 years. Now... it's time to retire."
Zhongli Feng recalled the past calmly. The more he recalled the past, the more determined he seemed to be to resign from his priesthood.
"Is the Emperor going to leave Liyue?" Ganyu, who had been silent in the Jade Pavilion, asked.
"I haven't thought about it yet." Zhongli shook his head, turned around and looked at the people behind him and said earnestly:
"The protection of the gods will not last forever. From what happened today, I know that you have the character to lead Liyue forward."
“So, in the future of Liyue, I’ll be in trouble for Qixing.” Zhongli clasped his fists and nodded to the people behind him, officially handing over the responsibilities that originally belonged to the God of Geo to Qixing.
"Your Majesty, you are too kind." Ningguang, Keqing and the others quickly bowed to Zhongli. While they were excited, a trace of worry appeared on their brows.
There have always been voices among the Seven Stars who want to expand the "duties" that belong to humans, but most of them have been suppressed by others who follow the Emperor.
Ningguang herself had also imagined in the dead of night that if all of Liyue was in her hands, how long would it take for the shadow of the Jade Pavilion to cover the Seven Kingdoms?
Now that this fantasy had become reality, in addition to the excitement that followed, Ningguang actually felt a little more suspicious and fearful.
For thousands of years since Liyue was founded, every step has been taken under the guidance of the Emperor, and Liyue has thus become the most prosperous country on the continent.
Now they are the ones who are guiding Liyue. Can they steer such a large ship?
The self-doubt in her heart did not last long. After a few deep breaths, the sad expression on Ningguang's face disappeared.
Although she represents the Seven Stars, she is not the Seven Stars after all.
Yuheng Keqing's execution ability, Tianshu Tianshu's ingenious calculations... these are things that even Ningguang herself cannot compare with.
Not only that, she also has many reliable companions. Thinking of this, the originally heavy duties of a god seem to be much lighter.
Seeing Ningguang regain her confidence, Zhongli smiled even more. He had made no mistake about the person. The Seven Stars of this class could take on his responsibility.
"Hey! Emperor, we have been friends for so many years, why didn't you even tell us?" When True Lord Liufeng Jieyun saw this, he flapped his wings, with some indignation in his tone.
It's fine that he deceived Qixing, but Zhongli even kept them in the dark. Does he not trust these old friends?
"Liuyun, don't joke around. Everyone knows that you have a big mouth. Besides, the emperor left enough clues, it's easy to see his purpose."
The deer-bodied True Lord Xueyue Zhuyang stepped forward and complained. Liuyun's big mouth was well-known far and wide.
"That's absolutely right." The True Lord Lishui Dieshan, who looked like a flamingo, nodded in agreement.
"you……"
"Hahaha, it seems like you guys still have such a good relationship. What a coincidence, don't be disgusted when I go to your cave to join in the fun in the future."
Zhongli couldn't help laughing when he saw the three immortals bickering. Since becoming the ruler, he had so many affairs to manage that he didn't have much free time.
The leisurely days of sitting in the mountains with a pot of tea for a day are becoming less and less. Fortunately, such beautiful days will soon return to him again.
Thinking of this, even Zhongli, who was usually calm, couldn't help feeling happy.
"Don't mind. It happens that I'm currently researching a cooking machine that can cook automatically. You can come and give your opinion on it when the time comes."
Zhenjun Liuyun Jiefeng was naturally very happy. She had long wanted Zhongli to try out all the mechanisms she had developed or was developing!
"Okay, then I'll look forward to seeing what kind of delicious dishes your [Cooking Machine] can cook." Zhongli nodded and agreed.
"So... what should we do with these two guys?" Yu Jin put away his weapon and pointed at the young master who was happy to receive the silver bracelet and the scattered soldier.
"Who let me out?" Before Zhongli could make any move, Osel spoke first.
"The orange-haired one." Yu Jin pointed at the young man with his eyes glancing around and said so.
"Good boy, I can tell at a glance that you are quite skilled. Since you set me free, I will reward you handsomely!"
Osel's whole body radiated a bright blue light, and then he said, "Put your head over here, and I'll give you a big one. I'll make you my dependent!"
The young master glanced at Osel and did nothing.
"Don't be ungrateful, kid. Become my follower, and you will be able to mobilize elemental forces without the Eye of God. And your life span will be the same as mine. You won't need to take a bath anymore, and you can be the same underwater as on land..."
Osel thought that the young master didn't know what was good, so he told him all the benefits of becoming his dependent in one breath, which made Yu Jin want to try his luck.
At least the “underwater is the same as on land” part was pretty appealing to Ember.
"Well... Actually, I am already a follower of the Ice God." The young man scratched his head and said embarrassedly.
The Fatui's executive officers were much more powerful than ordinary God's Eye owners. This was certainly due to their own extraordinary factors, but the Ice God's divine protection could not be ignored either.