He tightly gripped a Treasure-Seeking Compass in his hand, as if it were his lifeline.
Song Heng walked up to Gu Lisheng on his own, speaking mysteriously, "Master Dao, I've discovered a treasure land. Want to check it out?"
After speaking, Song Heng glanced at the sky above the coast, showing little interest in his eyes.
This was definitely the commotion caused by those seniors, which was quite normal for cultivators.
Over the past five hundred years, he had also broken through to the Nascent Soul stage, and the commotion he caused back then even startled Brother Dog.
Gu Lisheng remained indifferent, his gaze still fixed on the sky.
He merely sneered, "Master Dao, I don't quite believe your words. Who knows if that treasure land is some ancient tomb?"
Goodness, not falling for it!
Song Heng's small eyes darted around, as if in deep thought, but in reality, he was just stalling for time.
Song Heng's expression turned serious as he spoke in a deep voice, "Lisheng, even if you don't believe me, can you not trust the Treasure-Seeking Compass?"
Gu Lisheng glanced at his compass and teased, "Master Dao, why don't you just throw away your Treasure-Seeking Compass? It always points in the wrong direction."
Song Heng was somewhat exasperated. Over the years, they had indeed explored Trash Island.
But there really wasn't any treasure here; everything pointed to was just scrap magical artifacts...
Especially Brother Dog. Back then, the three of them even dug out a small mountain.
But they only unearthed an ancient relic, the bones of a spirit beast, which angered them so much that they ground the bones to dust on the spot.
But these things were just part of his plan, merely to get used to his Treasure-Seeking Compass.
He, Master Dao, was determined to trick Gu Lisheng into the tomb and give him a good humiliation to avenge the great insult of that fart back then!
Gu Lisheng noticed Song Heng's expression was a bit odd, with a cold smile on his lips, thinking: Fat Song, with Brother Dog not around, you still have a long way to go to trick me.
"Lisheng, our brotherhood is witnessed by the heavens, yet you..." Song Heng's expression was one of shame and anger, pointing at Gu Lisheng with one hand, crying out tragically, "Ancestors above, your descendants are not trusted by their own brothers!"
Gu Lisheng was furious upon hearing this. When did he become the descendant of his ancestors?!
His gaze sharpened, and he shouted angrily, "Fat Song, are you taking advantage of me?!"
Song Heng chuckled, retreating dozens of steps, "Lisheng, Master Dao has matters to attend to tonight, so I'll head back to the desolate mountain to meditate. If you need anything, you can find me there!"
"I'm not looking for anything," Gu Lisheng suddenly turned and shouted, seemingly valuing his lineage, and knowing that Fat Song's desolate mountain was definitely not a good place.
His expression suddenly froze, and he looked at Song Heng with a meaningful gaze, a faint smile on his lips.
"Hmm?" Song Heng frowned slightly, wondering what this kid meant.
"Fat Song, Brother Dog's Image Stone..."
"Damn it!"
Before Gu Lisheng could finish speaking, Song Heng suddenly flew into a rage, his small eyes bulging, veins popping on his forehead, his voice sharp and piercing.
"Hahaha..." Gu Lisheng laughed heartily, enjoying this feeling, so satisfying!
Song Heng fled in embarrassment, cursing under his breath, even dropping some inexplicable black and murky objects from his body.
This scene left the people from the Online Store around them bewildered, but they dared not interfere, instead turning their attention back to the strange phenomena on the distant coast.
...
Half an hour later.
Little Crane slowly opened her eyes, a sparkling light flickering within them. She extended a jade-like hand and gently waved it.
An invisible stream of air condensed in the air, transforming into a crystal-clear azure longsword, suspended in her hand.
The longsword was engraved with the image of a tree, entwined with delicate vines and leaves, vivid and lifelike, appearing ancient and mysterious.
Crane Spirit Yin Yang Sword!
Little Crane gently waved it, and the longsword instantly turned into countless points of light, scattering in all directions, transforming into a fine rain.
Amidst this fine rain, the previously gray and dull piles of trash suddenly teemed with life.
Among the overgrown hills, appeared illusory, strange, and breathtakingly beautiful flowers, exuding an intoxicating fragrance.
The fresh scent permeated the night, making the entire junkyard seem as if it had been cleansed. Little Crane smiled slightly, and the longsword in her hand vanished.
She quietly closed her eyes, taking a deep breath, enjoying the freshness and tranquility of the world.
Chen Xun watched from a distance, his expression solemn.
He could feel the aura on Nangong Heling continuously sublimating, as if she had truly become an independent entity, no longer connected to her original form.
He smiled slightly, his figure drifting in the wind, emanating an endless qi of the Five Elements, instantly appearing on the coast.
Little Crane's eyes widened in surprise, "Eldest Brother!"
As soon as she spoke, Little Crane's aura began to gradually decline, and the Crane Spirit Yin Yang Tree by the coast completely vanished into the void, leaving only the Boundary-breaking Ship still anchored on the sea.
She exuded a faint spiritual qi all over, looking every bit like a normal cultivator.
However, her dress with its ribbons appeared fresh under the night sky, exuding an aura of harmony with all things.
Chen Xun slowly approached, a look of relief on his face, "Your talent is extraordinary, it only needed a little guidance. It seems severing the connection with your original form hasn't harmed you much."
Little Crane's eyes were filled with joy as she clutched Chen Xun's sleeve, "Eldest Brother, I'm fine, and my original form even refined a protective magical artifact for me."
Chen Xun gazed at the night sky, his eyes deep, and smiled, "Hmm, shall we take a walk, Third Sister?"
"Sure, Eldest Brother." Little Crane's eyes lit up; it was rare for her eldest brother not to be concerned about her cultivation today or make her read books.
They strolled along the coast, Little Crane feeling a rare sense of relaxation.
It was the first time she felt so at ease with her eldest brother, not even feeling as afraid anymore.
Under the night sky, the starry sky of the world of immortals appeared particularly cold and tranquil, the Milky Way flowing across the sky like a grand ribbon, dividing the entire firmament in half.
Chen Xun found an open space to sit down, and Little Crane sat beside him, both of them gazing up at the boundless starry sky in silence.
At this moment, their souls seemed to merge with the heavens and earth, quietly appreciating the magnificent and mysterious starry sky.
Enjoying the tranquility and peace it brought, feeling the grandeur and endlessness of this grand world, as if all worldly troubles had dissipated into the starry sky.
Both of them took a deep breath in unison, experiencing the mystery and wonder contained within this starry sky.
"Eldest Brother..." Little Crane suddenly lowered her head and called softly, her eyes carrying a hint of confusion, "This grand world is so marvelous, I never dared to imagine it before."
When she first gained sentience, she only knew she was a tree, not daring to hold any fantasies about the outside world, and envying living beings for their freedom, unbound by anything.
But after reading so many books and experiencing some things, she realized she had been wrong.
She hadn't written these insights in her little booklet, wanting to tell her eldest brother in person.
"What's the matter, Third Sister?"
Chen Xun spoke softly, as if afraid of disturbing the tranquility.
