Chapter 849: Chapter 849 Sun’s True Fire
Qin Sisi became even more baffled, lightly punched Ye You in the chest with her delicate fist, and said angrily, "What do you mean? Make it clear."
Ye You smiled mysteriously and said melodramatically, "Guess what’s hidden inside this Golden Tower Phantom Crystal?"
"What?" Qin Sisi widened her eyes as she looked at Ye You. Her mood turned somewhat tense, as she had the feeling that what Ye You was about to say was of great importance.
Ye You looked into Qin Sisi’s eyes and said word by word, "The Sun’s True Fire."
Qin Sisi was stunned for a long while, and asked in disbelief, "You mean, one of the Ninth Great Divine Flames, the Sun’s True Fire?"
Ye You nodded firmly, "Yes, inside this Golden Tower Phantom Crystal is one of the Ninth Great Divine Flames, the Sun’s True Fire."
"Impossible, right?" Qin Sisi was very skeptical about Ye You’s conclusion.
Of course, she hoped that what Ye You said was true, but the surprise came too suddenly, making it hard for her to accept. Besides, there were indeed many aspects that seemed inexplicable.
Qin Sisi questioned, "This Golden Tower Phantom Crystal was given by Uncle Hong, shouldn’t it be something from my world?"
Ye You thought for a moment and said, "I’m not clear about the specific reasons, but I’m pretty sure I’m not mistaken. Only a Divine Fire can fend off the invasion of another Divine Fire. Plus, considering the color of the flames and their connection with the sun, it should be the Sun’s True Fire."
Qin Sisi still wasn’t quite reassured and continued to press, "Who did the Sun’s True Fire belong to before?"
Ye You shook his head and replied, "The Sun’s True Fire has been missing for many years now. All other Divine Fires have clear ownerships, only the Sun’s True Fire’s whereabouts have always been uncertain. Looking at it this way, I’m not the first person to have traveled through the time tunnel. Perhaps, a very long time ago, there was an ancient master of great magical prowess who traveled from the Demon Sacred Realm to your world and left the Sun’s True Fire there, and it’s even possible that he spent the rest of his life there."
Ye You’s conjecture was shocking, but after much thought, it seemed to be the only answer that could explain the presence of the Sun’s True Fire in another world.
Qin Sisi took the Golden Tower Phantom Crystal from Ye You, overwhelmed with excitement.
In her heart, the Ninth Great Divine Flames were legendary, and those who possessed a Divine Fire were also very powerful figures. She had never imagined that she would come to own a Divine Fire.
Ye You helped Qin Sisi to put the Golden Tower Phantom Crystal back around her neck and whispered a gentle warning, "Keep this matter a secret for now, tell no one. Your current strength is too weak, I’m afraid someone might target the Divine Fire."
Weak in strength yet carrying a precious treasure, she was like someone flaunting wealth in the marketplace, turning herself into an easy target.
There had been crazed slaughters over the scramble for Divine Fire in the past. It was only after Sage Ruler Ruiyan confirmed the ownership of the Divine Fires and issued a decree stating that Divine Fires could only be transferred voluntarily by their owner, and not to be forcibly taken by others, that the chaos over the Divine Fires finally came to a halt.
Yet, with Tian Xiaozi committing fratricide for the throne, the unrest reignited in the Demon Sacred Realm, the situation became chaotic, and the late Sage Ruler’s decrees lost much of their power. It was inevitable that some would be hypocritical and try to take advantage of the turmoil.
Qin Sisi also understood the gravity of the situation and nodded in response, "I understand, don’t worry."
The sudden major discovery left both of their hearts racing with excitement. Ye You heaved a sigh of relief, nudged Qin Sisi’s arm with his shoulder, and said, "What do you think? Must be fate, right?"
Qin Sisi smiled subtly and bowed her head without saying a word.
Ye You continued in a softer voice, "The Sun’s True Fire belongs to the Demon Sacred Realm. Since you’ve obtained the Sun’s True Fire, you’re destined to come with me to the Demon Sacred Realm. It’s fate that you’re my person."
Qin Sisi’s face flushed, and ripples spread across the lake of her heart. In her fluster, she deliberately changed the subject, "Is your meat roasted yet? I’m starving."
"It’s ready, ready. You can eat it now," Ye You said, as he took out various condiments from his Portable Space. He sprinkled them over the roasted chicken, then tore off a chicken leg and handed it to Qin Sisi.
"Try my cooking," said Ye You with a beaming smile.
Qin Sisi took a bite without hesitation and after savoring it, she had to admit that the roast meat Ye You had made was indeed tasty. The meat was perfectly charred on the outside and tender on the inside, with a lingering aftertaste.
She gave Ye You a thumbs-up and praised, "Not bad at all, very delicious."
Ye You was very confident in his roasting skills, but receiving praise from Qin Sisi only lifted his spirits more, and he felt an increased appetite.
Having finished off the chicken together, Ye You then gave Qin Sisi a Cui Ling fruit, saying considerately, "Eating too much meat might make your stomach uncomfortable. Have a fruit to help with digestion."
Qin Sisi took the Cui Ling fruit, stealing a glance at Ye You, and the corners of her lips curved up into a sweet, unintentional smile.
Naturally, Qin Sisi’s subtle expression did not escape Ye You’s eyes. He gazed at her with deepening eyes, his look growing more tender.
After they had eaten their fill, Ye You truly led Qin Sisi out of the cave and into the forest.
Curiously, Qin Sisi asked, "Where are you taking me to fight what Demonic Beasts?"
Ye You smiled faintly and replied, "Didn’t you want to enhance your Gold attribute? We’ll go fight a Golden Pick Hedgehog."
Qin Sisi didn’t quite understand Ye You’s meaning and asked again, "Golden Pick Hedgehog sounds like it’s a Gold attribute Demonic Beast, right? Does fighting a Gold attribute Demonic Beast enhance the strength of your Gold attribute?"
Ye You shook his head and explained, "Fighting only increases the proficiency of Magic skills, not the strength of the attributes. But the bodies of Demonic Beasts form Magic Crystal Stones. The Magic Crystal Stones inside a Golden Pick Hedgehog are of the Gold attribute. After absorbing the energy of a Gold Attribute Magic Crystal, the Gold attribute within you will be significantly strengthened."
Qin Sisi exclaimed with surprise, "That’s possible? Then Heavenly Magic God’s Castle should really allow the students to gain more field experience. It not only improves the proficiency of Magic skills but killing Demonic Beasts to obtain Magic Crystal Stones can also enhance the strength of Magic Attributes."
Ye You laughed and said, "That’s a good idea. However, field training areas also have their own ecosystem. The students of Heavenly Magic God’s Castle are mainly First to Third Level, and if they were to frequently venture out in large numbers, the First and Second Order Demonic Beasts in the Holy Forest would suffer. Mass killing of low-order Demonic Beasts would affect the ecological balance of the entire Holy Forest, which is why Heavenly Magic God’s Castle only organizes two large-scale field trainings per year."
Ye You’s words left Qin Sisi somewhat disappointed, but she also knew that what he said was correct. To maintain a region’s ecological environment in a healthy cycle, hunting must be controlled.
As they talked, the two gradually made their way deeper into the Holy Forest.
