Chapter 1356: Chapter 133 Light Rain Descends_4
The Sect Hierarch let out a long, eerie laugh that sent shivers down the spine of Elder Curse. "I never intended for them to breach the Elf Forest. These races have grown complacent; this was merely an opportunity to exercise their troops. Elder Curse, do not forget what our true purpose is. Also, tell the Fifth Elder to employ all his underlings to search and kill anyone related to the Light Rain across the continent without reporting to me—show no mercy. Remind him it’s better to kill a thousand by mistake than to miss one. After passing on these orders, head straight to headquarters to join us; what we await is the arrival of the final moment."
Elder Curse respectfully replied, "Yes, Sect Hierarch."
The Light Rain lasted for an hour before dissipating. Ah Dai, hugging Xuan Yue, snapped out of their stupor and suddenly felt a change in the Dragon’s Blood on his chest. He quickly took it out to inspect. The Dragon’s Blood retained its original shape, but the divine glow it once harbored had vanished, and the blue gemstone appeared dull and lusterless, with its golden symbols barely visible.
Seeing the state of the Dragon’s Blood, Xuan Yue’s heart skipped a beat, and she hurriedly took out her own Phoenix’s Blood, only to find it in the same condition.
Ah Dai frowned and said, "Yue Yue, could it be that the energy released just now was so immense that both the Dragon’s Blood and Phoenix’s Blood have lost their original powers? But Sheng Xie and the Bone Dragon are still inside!"
After considering for a moment, Xuan Yue replied, "They should not have lost their abilities. After all, the Dragon’s Blood and Phoenix’s Blood are Divine Artifacts. It’s likely that they’ve entered a slumber due to the massive depletion of energy, similar to what happened to Sheng Xie before. Once they replenish their energy, I believe they will return to their original form. I can feel that, despite their dull exteriors, Divine Energy still resides within them."
Comforted by Xuan Yue’s explanation, Ah Dai relaxed and said, "That’s good to hear. The combined power of the dragon and phoenix is truly frightening! If it were unleashed on the ground, I fear everything within several kilometers would vanish."
Xuan Yue smiled and said, "Alright, let’s not dwell on this. We should hurry and find Brother Yan Shi. If we delay any further, Sister Yue Ji and the others might catch up to us. Ah Dai, should I still disguise myself as a man?"
Gently stroking Xuan Yue’s blue hair, Ah Dai said softly, "There’s no need. I prefer you as you are now. You’re my Yue Yue, not Brother Xuan Re!"
Xuan Yue’s cheeks flushed, and she murmured, "Since you like it this way, then let’s keep it as is. But I was very tired yesterday, so you have to carry me. You still owe me from when we left the Illusive Forest."
Ah Dai playfully pinched Xuan Yue’s fair nose, laughing as he said, "Alright, I’ll do as you say. Even without our bet, I would carry you. How could I bear to tire you out again? Come on, Miss Yue Yue, your attendant is at your service."
Xuan Yue giggled, moved behind Ah Dai, and leaned on his back, saying, "Ah Dai, my little attendant, let’s set off."
Ah Dai took out seven or eight fruits from his Space Barrier and handed them to Xuan Yue, saying, "Eat some fruit while you’re on my back. These aren’t as good as those from the Illusive Forest, but they’re still quite nice. Xiao Qie and I already ate some in the orchard."
With one arm firmly around Ah Dai’s neck and the other holding the fruit inside her Mage Robe, Xuan Yue giggled and said, "If I spill any juice on your clothes, you’re not allowed to blame me!"
"Just be careful when you’re eating. This is the only set of clothes I have! Sit tight, we’re off." Ah Dai wrapped his arms around Xuan Yue’s legs, and the warmth of her soft body against his back stirred his heart. With his fighting spirit radiating outwards, enveloping both of them, a swirl of white light lifted into the air and headed south.
Despite carrying someone on his back, Ah Dai felt exhilarated, pushing his power to the limit and increasing his speed even more than the day before when he walked with Xuan Yue. Like a white comet, he dashed through the wilderness. Xuan Yue, protected by the life-infused fighting spirit, felt no wind while lying on Ah Dai’s back. The warmth of his back and the sense of security allowed her to enjoy the fruit while taking in the rapidly passing scenery on both sides, indulging in the leisurely sweeping views. Although traveling could be dull, at that moment, she was completely engrossed in the experience.
Time flew in sweetness. The sun gradually rose from the east to the zenith then slowly began to descend. After half a day’s travel, Ah Dai and Xuan Yue were nearing the largest tribe of the Pu Yan. Since Ah Dai had chosen wild paths all along the way, he hadn’t encountered any Pu Yan people.
"Huh." Ah Dai suddenly exclaimed in surprise, slowing down considerably.
Xuan Yue asked, "What’s wrong? Is something not right?"
Ah Dai answered, "There’s a figure up ahead that looks very much like Brother Yan Li. How come he hasn’t returned to the tribe? Maybe I’m seeing things."
Xuan Yue laughed, "Silly, although we’ve been delayed for some time, with your speed, it’s highly possible that we could catch up to Brother Yan Li before reaching the Pu Yan tribe! Why don’t we take a closer look?"
"Oh." Ah Dai sped up again and pursued the blurry figure ahead. With the distance closing, he could see the figure shrouded in a faint golden light, moving swiftly forward with two broad Battle Axes strapped to his back. Even without seeing the person’s face, Ah Dai was certain it was Yan Li. Overwhelmed with emotions at the prospect of seeing him after more than a year, Ah Dai accelerated to his utmost and quickly caught up to Yan Li.
