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Chapter 42: At The End of the Abyss, That Ice Coffin:
"Young Master..."
"Please form a seal with my aura." Qiu Ruohan spoke in a serious tone.
The secret realm had opened again, and no one knew when it would close. Qiu Ruohan could sense the evil spirits in her body growing stronger, with attacks becoming more frequent in recent months. She knew it was likely she wouldn't survive this trip into the secret realm.
She had to choose someone trustworthy—someone worthy of her trust.
Lin Ang looked at the woman before him.
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Name: Qiu Ruohan
Favorability: 60 - Qiu Ruohan now sees you as a trustworthy person.
Golden Luck: Heroine of Destiny: She is the female lead of the novel, the first princess of the Divine Phoenix Empire, the top disciple of the Azure Cloud Sect, and the daughter of the Azure Cloud Sect's Master. She has been kind and brilliant throughout her life. While she does not seek rewards, goodness naturally follows her, like the warmth of spring leading to the blossoming of flowers.
Golden Luck: Past Empress: Ninth Empress, possessing a gaze that transcends time. Her strong luck affects those around her, benefiting the entire sect, and providing insights and inspiration like a spring breeze.
Black Misfortune: Evil Spirit Physique: Born with an evil spirit physique, she is fated not to live beyond the age of eighteen.
Black Misfortune: Shackles of Fate: One month from now, she will sacrifice herself to save the sect's ancestor, exchanging her life for the sect’s luck and immortality. Killed by a mysterious figure, she is destined to die at eighteen.
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Qiu Ruohan's fate was clear—her final moments with Lin Ang wouldn't change the outcome. The end was still death.
But at this moment, Lin Ang realized something. His favorability with Qiu Ruohan had increased. As if by fate, he had replaced Lu Ming, the son of luck, and a new twist of fortune appeared before him.
Luck entry refreshed!
[Golden Luck: The Coffin at the End of the Abyss]: After death, her body will be placed in an ice coffin at the end of the ice sea. There, she will inherit the legacy of the ancestors, awaken the Body of Tianshuang, and finally emerge from the coffin.
[Golden Luck: Ice Empress]: After awakening the Heavenly Cold Physique, she will enter a sacred holy place, become a saintess, and eventually rise to be the Ice Empress, renowned throughout the world.
Lin Ang was taken aback. He hadn't expected Qiu Ruohan's fate to be so complex. As the daughter of luck to his son of luck, her destiny was tied to the mysteries of a distant land where her fate would reverse.
At this moment, a new entry appeared in front of him, refreshing a third time.
[Golden Luck: Bond]: After performing the aura seal, the one who becomes her partner cannot be changed. Choose wisely.
"I can see these hidden threads of fate. I have inherited Lu Ming's luck. In this secret realm, I will be the ultimate victor... But only if I perform the aura seal with Qiu Ruohan." Lin Ang thought inwardly.
Seeing Lin Ang standing silent for so long, Qiu Ruohan bit her lip and stared at him. Her gaze held a hint of confusion, but her heart was resolute. If Lin Ang rejected her, she would face the dangers of the secret realm alone.
Finally, Lin Ang spoke. "We are both Daoists. Walking this path together is only natural."
With that, Lin Ang extended his wrist. The aura seal was a spiritual connection, like a form of telepathy, leaving a mark through the veins on the wrist. For someone in the Crimson Profound Realm, the seal would last about three months.
Qiu Ruohan nodded slightly, her voice soft. "Alright..."
It was the first time she had ever sealed her aura with someone else's, especially a man of her own age who was so remarkable. Throughout her life, Qiu Ruohan had remained distant, cultivating her mind and body, never interacting closely with anyone, let alone a man.
Though she had proposed the seal herself, she couldn't help the slight blush that spread across her face. It was the first time in her eighteen years that she had felt this way. But Qiu Ruohan wasn't one to hesitate for long. She calmly extended her delicate wrist and exchanged the spiritual seal with Lin Ang.
"Then... I'll take my leave. The secret realm opens in one month. See you then..." She said softly.
With those words, Qiu Ruohan turned and left.
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Day after day passed.
Night after night.
Flowers bloomed and wilted. A month slipped by.
This morning, Lin Ang sat at the top of Cangxuan Peak, dressed in his blue robe, basking in the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. His presence felt ethereal. After a month of secluded cultivation, he had made significant progress, reaching the fifth level of the Crimson Profound Realm.
"Master..."
A small figure appeared from the distance—it was Yi Yi. She rushed over and said, "Master, it's time to go to the secret realm. The flying boat is ready at Zongmen Square."
Yi Yi had been in the Azure Cloud Sect for more than a month, serving as Lin Ang's maid. She had fully adapted to life there, her daily routine dedicated to caring for Lin Ang. She had also come to see him as the closest person in her life.
Yi Yi, petite and delicate, had a face as flawless as porcelain, carved from jade. Dressed in the Azure Cloud Sect's small robes, she resembled a little fairy. Yet, her dark, empty eyes made anyone who saw her feel a pang of sorrow.
Lin Ang rose slowly, and gently patted Yi Yi's head. "I'll be gone for a few months on this trip to the secret realm. While I’m away, take care of the sea of flowers on Cangxuan Peak for me."
"And remember," Lin Ang added with a warning tone, "never get angry."
He knew Yi Yi’s fragile demeanor hid the personality of a world-ending entity. If her emotions ever collapsed... the consequences would be unimaginable. The entire Azure Cloud Domain could be wiped out.
"Don't worry, Master!" Yi Yi said with a smile. "I'm the happiest now. I won’t get angry!"
Yi Yi nodded earnestly as she watched Lin Ang depart.
-To be continued!
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T/N: Thanks for reading!