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"But I can't help you deceive Thunder. You know my relationship with the Demon Dragon Clan; they are all my friends."
"I'm not doing this to take revenge on the Demon Dragon Clan. I just want to strengthen my own abilities to protect these children. Besides, you know that the Dragon Soul also chooses its master; I just want you to give me a chance to get close to it."
"I can go talk to Thunder and give you a chance."
"That's impossible, Xi Meng," Chiba scoffed.
"Why? I don't understand... Thunder said that the reason they teamed up with Azure Dragon Academy was to help find a suitable vessel for the Dragon Soul."
"You're right; it is Azure Dragon Academy. But don't forget, we were never students of Azure Dragon Academy. Even if we were brought here, there is still a fundamental difference. Otherwise, you wouldn't see the current disparity in treatment. They are the real family."
"Doesn't Thunder fear that none of those people are suitable for the Dragon Soul?"
"You've misunderstood this point. The appearance of the Dragon Soul is indeed rare, but finding a compatible vessel isn't difficult, although it does come with some risks."
"Chiba, you need to think this through. Even Thunder doesn't dare to take risks lightly, which proves that the chances of success are too slim. Can you bear all the consequences?"
"I decided this long before you came here. This is my best choice; at worst, I die. These children will have to grow up on their own sooner or later... It's just that now there's an additional reason; I can't go back on my promise to you."
"So you're still hesitating?"
"Yes, I owe you a life." Chiba looked at me seriously, his eyes clear and unclouded.
"Let me think about it." I sighed.
Chiba was right. Although the divine realm had imprisoned the Demon Dragon Clan in the underworld, they remained a powerful presence there. If it weren't for Yama Queen being incited by the demon clan and using Nether Energy to suppress the Demon Dragon Clan, perhaps the stronghold of the underworld wouldn't be as it is now.
If in the future the likes of Siyimo and other demon clans are eliminated, the underworld may seem to regain its peace. However, according to the nature of the Demon Dragon Clan, they will surely take the opportunity to rise again... Now that the Yama Queen is gone, and I do not know what my own fate will be, there is no one left to suppress the Demon Dragon Clan. The underworld will once again fall into chaos, unable to maintain balance.
All living things require a relative counterbalance for survival. If Chiba and Dragon Soul indeed combine, it would be a safe choice, preventing a large number of Demon Clans from being suppressed in the future.
"Alright. I will give you a chance, but you must promise me that you will live and complete our upcoming mission together," I said solemnly.
"I promise you, I will see it through to the end."
"Do not go back on your word."
...
Although the following days were calm, my heart was constantly entangled in conflict and battle. Indecisive choices and an unclear future.
"Miss Xi Dream, Thunder Elder requests your presence." A boy resembling a student approached and said respectfully.
"Okay, I understand."
The boy led me out of Black Horn Hall. Before we had gone far, we heard deafening howls and shouts.
"What is happening up ahead?" I frowned and asked.
"Miss, it's a competition. Thunder Elder said that the winner will accept an honorable mission."
"What mission?" I asked anxiously.
"I'm not sure either; the elder didn't say," the boy replied honestly.
I was taken aback; it seems Thunder is beginning to choose a master for Dragon Soul.
“Miss Xi Dream, please take your seat.” The young man stopped in his tracks.
On the high platform sat Thunder and several other individuals I had not seen before. Upon noticing my arrival, Thunder stood up to greet me with a smile, saying, “Miss Xi Dream, you have arrived.”
He then spoke softly, “Dragon Soul has matured.”
Indeed!
I calmly nodded in response and took my seat, paying attention to the movements below. Besides the Demon Dragon Clan, there were probably several hundred Students divided into four major groups.
“I need to select the strongest body to merge with the Dragon Soul,” Thunder said with a light laugh, his face radiating a sense of assured victory.
“Have any suitable candidates appeared?” I asked.
“It’s just beginning, but there are a few promising ones.”
“...Why haven’t I seen those from Chiba?”
“They haven’t qualified to come here yet,” Thunder replied nonchalantly.
I was taken aback.
As the competition neared its end, I found myself distracted; those Students were not particularly impressive. In comparison, Chiba was definitely far superior.
“Thunder, I think that one from Chiba is quite good. Why not consider him?” I asked as casually as possible.
“Him? It’s not that I don’t want to; it’s just that I have some reservations. After all, he’s not one of us. Giving him such a great opportunity with the Dragon Soul would be too risky... He is indeed a good seedling, but it’s a pity.”
“Why? Isn’t he already part of the Azure Dragon Academy? The Champion Academy no longer exists.”
"No, that kind of person will never forget their roots. They will never be used by our Demon Dragon Clan. If given a chance, one day when they grow up, they will definitely choose to leave here," Thunder Eye said to me while watching the match.
It seemed that neither of them trusted the other.
"Thunder, tell me honestly, if one day the Siyimo and the other demon races become history, what will the Demon Dragon Clan become?"
Thunder was taken aback, seemingly surprised by my sudden question. After a moment, he smiled lightly and said, "Miss Xi Dream, the dragon race has always been the dominant force."
I fell silent, my mind wandering throughout the match. I hardly paid attention to the outcome; instead, I kept recalling what Chiba had said.
If the future I saw in Dream City were to come true, then it was very likely that both the rebellious forces and all of us would disappear with this war. We could not predict who would be the future master of the Demon Dragon Clan; it could very well be another hidden bomb waiting to explode.
"Miss Xi Dream, what's wrong?" Thunder asked with concern when he noticed my lack of reaction.
"Nothing, just suddenly feeling a bit tired..."
"What’s going on? You really don’t look well."
"How about this? I'll go back to rest for a bit. Just let me know when the match has a result," I replied.
"Alright, I'll have someone take you back."
I nodded and slowly walked off the stage, but my mind was racing with calculations on how to help Chiba complete his plan.
He would definitely understand my intentions. I steeled myself and firmed up my resolve.
...
After watching the student who escorted me leave, I hurried over to Chiba. It was better to act now; otherwise, once the match ended and candidates were chosen, my chances of getting close to Dragon Soul would be even slimmer.
After searching for a long time without finding any trace of Chiba, I couldn't help but think that I must not delay.
"Xiao Da, where is Chiba?!" To my surprise, it was that kid who had always looked down on us.
I thought he would ignore me again and respond coldly, but unexpectedly, his expression was extremely awkward as he scratched his head and stammered for a while, "I... I don't know... The senior said you weren't—"
"Xiao Da, I really have something important to do right now. Please tell me where Chiba is!"
"What?" He turned around and led the way.
I was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and quickly followed his steps.
"The senior is right here." Xiao Da pointed to a small cave ahead.
"Okay, I got it. Remember, don't let anyone know we are together."
"Yeah, I understand." Xiao Da nodded heavily.
As I entered the cave, an unusually intense heat immediately enveloped my entire body. This level of heat was comparable to the Flame Pool hidden by Mosang back at the Holy Spirit Village shrine!
Suddenly, I stepped back three paces, gasping for breath... What kind of place is this?!
"Is it?!" From deep within, I could hear Chiba's low voice filled with anger.
"It's me," I replied.
"Xi Meng?" Upon hearing my answer, his voice softened considerably. Before I could respond further, Chiba said, "Did Xiao Da bring you here?"
"Yes. Listen, Chiba, we need to accelerate our plan. Thunder has already started selecting a master for the Dragon Soul."
"I know," Chiba said calmly.
He knows?
...Why do I always feel that the Chiba I recognized before is not the whole of him? It seems like nothing that happens here can escape his eyes.
His strength is not particularly high, even lower than mine. Yet, that feeling of certainty, of knowing everything, deeply proves his extraordinary nature.
Chiba, is he hiding something from me?
"Pure Sound Armor—" I summoned Pure Sound, which could temporarily resist this destructive heat.
As I stepped deeper into the cave, a strange sensation surged within me.
Cold, terrifyingly cold!
The temperature was in stark contrast to the previous heat, yet it also brought a deadly discomfort!
My alertness instantly heightened as I cautiously stared ahead.
"Don't be afraid; this is just a rather special place. It's nothing," Chiba seemed to sense my unease and spoke with a hint of laughter in his voice.
Hearing him say that made me feel somewhat relieved, but I still proceeded forward cautiously.
Oh my God, where is this?!
I had no idea there was such a place in the Dark Corner!
Two adjacent pools: one bubbling with heat and the other exuding coldness. Their energies intertwined yet remained completely separate, with the overall temperature fluctuating between cold, hot, and warm.
I saw a man sitting in the cold, swirling Ice Pool, his upper body exposed, eyes closed, and his expression calm and composed.
“Chiba?” I called softly.
The moment the man opened his eyes, a strange beam of light emanated from him. He looked at me and said, “Wait for me a moment; it will be over soon.” After saying that, Chiba closed his eyes again and sat there quietly without moving.
Seeing Chiba like this, I thought to myself that he must be cultivating. Does he often have to soak in these two terrifying pools?
I casually walked to the edge of the fire pool and reached out my hand to test the temperature. As soon as I got close to the surface of the water, my right hand felt as if it had been pierced by countless fine needles, causing me to immediately pull my hand back!
“Wow!” I gasped. How could it be so intense?!
Looking at the protective membrane of Pure Sound Armor on my right hand, which sparked like it was electrified and made a sizzling sound, I couldn’t help but sweat as I stared at the monster in the Ice Pool. There was no doubt about it; Chiba must be a monster… Otherwise, who could endure such temperatures for half a day while completely exposed?
When Chiba comes out, I must ask him what is going on!
－－－－－－Side Note－－－－－－
The little cat just started school, and things have been really unstable during this time. I’m very sorry… But I will not abandon this story; it will be finished soon. I hope everyone can walk with me to the end! Thank you!
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