Chapter 494: Chapter 119 Soul Magic_1
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Another moan resonated, sounding so familiar to Xuan Yue’s ears. She blindly looked towards where the sound was coming from in the dim light and cautiously asked, "Big Brother Ah Dai, is that you over there?"
Ah Dai gradually came to, feeling dizzy and nauseous. Hearing Xuan Yue’s voice, he instinctively responded, "Brother, that’s me. Where are we?"
Xuan Yue sighed and said, "I’m afraid we might have been imprisoned."
Ah Dai’s mind gradually cleared, recalling everything that had happened previously. At that time, as soon as the first of the four elders of the Yajin Tribe uttered their word ’Lin’, they all felt as if their brains had been hammered, with the intense pain stimulating all their nerves. Their spiritual power was shaken violently like never before, making it impossible to control their own bodies, let alone launch an attack. They could only resist with sheer willpower. Each utterance from the elders of the Yajin Tribe struck brutally at the root of their spirit, rendering them unable to offer an effective resistance. Olivia, weakest among the four of them, fainted as soon as the first ’Lin’ word was spoken despite the protection of the Staff of Wind God. Kino, who had reached the Magus level, only managed to bear it until the second word. If it were not for Ah Dai’s Divine Dragon’s Blood and Sword of Hades, it would have been impossible to hold on until the sixth word. Ah Dai’s recently built confidence was completely shattered by the elders’ attack, and he said dejectedly, "We couldn’t even resist a few words! Brother, do you know what method they used to restrain us?"
Xuan Yue let out a sigh and said, "If I’m not mistaken, it must be the tabooed Soul Magic. It seems like these so-called lost arts and Space Magic continue to exist in this continent!"
Ah Dai asked in confusion, "Soul Magic? What is that?"
Xuan Yue explained, "As the name suggests, Soul Magic directly attacks the soul of an opponent. No matter how powerful you are, if your soul is broken, you’re at the mercy of others. The spiritual power of those four old men might not surpass ours, but their skill in applying spiritual power has reached a state of perfection. By resonating our spiritual fields through vibration of sound, they ruined our will, induced unconsciousness, and eliminated our ability to resist. I could sense that their spiritual powers can instantly transform into various forms to launch attacks through various channels, how could we resist their combined power? However, this magic is extremely dangerous. If they can’t control the opponent’s soul, they will be strongly backlash. In severe cases, their spiritual power will completely disappear, reducing them to fools. I guess when I fainted, they must have been on the verge of collapse. Big Brother, can you still use the fight energy?"
After hearing Xuan Yue’s explanation, Ah Dai’s heart sank. All his years of hard training had been in vain, as he was defeated without using his martial skills. He tried to mobilize his Golden Body in the Dantian, but as soon as his intent moved, an intense pain immediately spread throughout his body from his brain, making him moan and causing his body to convulse.
Without asking, Xuan Yue knew that Ah Dai was going through the same thing. She couldn’t help but feel a little desperate. "Big Brother, don’t try anymore. It seems that they have sealed our spiritual powers. Apart from simple thinking and talking, we have lost control of our bodies. Unless the sealers remove this spiritual seal themselves, there’s nothing we can do."
The pain gradually subsided a bit, and Ah Dai panted heavily, "Is there really no way to deal with them? Then wouldn’t the Yajin Tribe be invincible? Do my martial arts training have any use?"
Xuan Yue shook her head, "They are not necessarily invincible, and they are not undefeatable. If grandfather was with us that day, they wouldn’t have had a chance. His spiritual power is as unfathomable as the ocean, untouched by them. Even us, we may not have lost. Our failure that day was mainly due to the lack of preparation. We had never seen such an attack from the Soul Magic before. We were led by them right from the start, our hearts shocked. Although they are skilled in controlling the spiritual power, they have severely weakened bodies due to the long-term practice in the spiritual field. As long as we could have attacked them once, they would have been sent to Hell."
Ah Dai sighed, "But, do we really have a way to attack?"
Xuan Yue firmly said, "Yes, we do. As long as we prepare in advance and immediately close our eyes, ears, noses, tongues, and bodies to the five senses when they just start attacking, we will not be affected by the spiritual power. The sixth sense cannot be closed, but with our spiritual power, we should still be able to defend against the remaining spiritual attacks. Relying on our instinctive ideas, we definitely have a chance to win."
Ah Dai’s eyes lit up for a moment, then dimmed again as he forced a smile and said, "it is too late now. We have been completely subdued, all our magical treasures are useless and we’re at their mercy."
Xuan Yue sighed and was about to say something when two other groans came from the room. Xuan Yue knew that it must be Olivia and Kino waking up. As expected, Olivia’s weak voice resounded, "Where is this place? My head hurts so much!"
Xuan Yue said, "This is the cell where they imprisoned us, Big Brother Vila, don’t try to use force, it will be very terrible."
Kino’s voice sounded, "Ah! Are we, are we locked up? Why is this so? My head hurts too. Those old guys are so powerful! I passed out without understanding what was going on."
Xuan Yue explained the matter of Soul Magic to them. After listening to Xuan Yue’s narrative, the stone cell fell silent. After a while, Olivia said helplessly, "So, are we going to be locked up here all the time? Since they have already caught us, why didn’t they kill us? Is there any other goal? Could it be that Clan Leader Di Ya didn’t want to kill us so easily and wanted to humiliate us first?"
Xuan Yue said, "The human body needs to be controlled by the mind. Once the spiritual power is blocked, nothing can be done. All our attack and defense tools are based on spiritual power. Even Brother Ah Dai’s True Qi cannot be utilized without the function of spiritual power. Now all we can do is wait and see what the Yajin Tribe plans to do to us. Since they didn’t kill us, it means that we still have a glimmer of hope. As long as a person is alive, there is hope, everyone must not give up, wait for the opportunity." As she said this, there was a sudden flurry of footsteps outside the cell, and the four people’s hearts tightened. Xuan Yue whispered, "Quickly lie down and pretend to be unconscious, let’s see what they want to do to us", and then hurriedly lay on the hay and closed her eyes. Although in a desperate situation, she was still able to remain calm. This is the advantage of practicing Light Magic.
A harsh noise sounded, and a solid stone door opened on the right side of the tightly closed stone cell, and dim light came in from outside. With the dim light, Ah Dai squinted his eyes and saw that Xuan Yue was not far away from him, while Olivia and Kino were on the other side. Five people came in from outside. Seeing the four tall and slightly stooped figures, Ah Dai’s heart shuddered. It was the Yajin Tribe’s four elders and the Clan Leader, Di Ya. Di Ya was holding an oil lamp in her hand, and the dim light came from it.
Elder Tian Luo, the eldest of the elders, looked at the four people lying on the ground, smiled slightly, and said, "I know you guys are already awake. Get up. We should have a good talk."
The four didn’t move, continuing to maintain their original postures. Tian Luo leaned on his wooden staff to support his old body. He said, "Your spiritual power has been blocked by us. I can clearly feel all the spiritual fluctuations. Come on, I have no malice."
Xuan Yue was the first to sit up. She was surprised to find that she seemed to be able to slightly control her body now. Since the other party could sense her spiritual fluctuations, there was no point in pretending. The beautiful eyes flashed with resentment as she stared at the four elders, and she said bitterly, "If you want to kill us, then just kill us, but don’t think that you can humiliate us."
Elder Tian Luo glanced at Di Ya and said, "I know that you all have powerful forces behind you, but we are not afraid, no one will know that you have been imprisoned by my Yajin Tribe." He looked at Xuan Yue with piercing eyes, paused, and then continued, "We have already figured out the ins and outs of things. The conflict this time was caused entirely by misunderstanding. Therefore, I don’t intend to cause you difficulties. Please don’t be nervous."
Upon hearing his words, Ah Dai was surprised. He said, "So, you are willing to let us go?" He was a bit confused in his heart. The Yajin Tribe would let them go at such a advantageous time. Didn’t they fear retaliation?
Elder Tian Luo said, "Yes, we are willing to let you go. But there are some things that need to be clarified first. Clan Leader."
Di Ya trembled and stepped forward with the oil lamp, moving to Elder Tian Luo’s side. Under the dim light of the oil lamp, her beautiful face had a hazy feeling. She bowed slightly to Ah Dai and the others, spoke lightly, "I was too impulsive about what happened before. Please forgive me."
Ah Dai and the others were all taken aback, the Yajin Tribe’s initial resistance and subsequent compliance left them full of doubts. Ah Dai was simple-minded. Seeing that the other party had apologized, he murmured, "We are also wrong, we should not have destroyed the gate of Andis City."
Elder Tian Luo smiled, "Since the misunderstanding has been cleared up, there is no hatred between us and them. As for the matter of the East City Gate, your spiritual powers have been sealed by us, and you have suffered a lot, let’s just call it even." His casual comment basically glossed over what happened earlier. Among the four, Xuan Yue was the most calm. She clearly understood that the Elder of the Yajin Tribe being reasonable surely indicated that he had something to ask the four of them.
Elder Tian Luo stared at Xuan Yue with a gaze that seemed to penetrate her soul. His aged voice resounded in her heart, "Little girl, don’t be anxious, if I’m not mistaken, your name should be Xuan Yue, right? You’ve easily traded your identity, and your friends probably don’t know, right? You should have a very intimate relationship with that young man called Ah Dai."
Xuan Yue was greatly startled, and exclaimed, "How do you know?"
Elder Tian Luo said seriously, "I will release the banishment on you, but before that, I have something to tell you. Two years ago, I received a letter from the prophet Pu Lin of the Pu Yan Tribe. He mentioned a lot in the letter, especially about the Savior, and I think I have a rough idea of your identities, which is also why I did not make things difficult for you. Pu Lin and our four elders have known each other for many years, and I have absolute faith in his divination. Therefore, I do not want you to see my Yajin Tribe as enemies. We are not only not your enemies, but should also be allies standing in the same trench."
Ah Dai was shocked and said, "You know Prophet Pu Lin?" Among the people he knew, Prophet Pu Lin was one of the people he respected the most. Every time he thought of him sacrificing his own life energy for the sake of his tribe, Ah Dai felt deep respect. Hearing that the four elders knew Pu Lin, the hidden enmity in his heart was greatly reduced.
Xuan Yue had surrendered as soon as the Grand Elder revealed her identity as a girl. Since the day Ah Dai rejected her, she had decided not to reveal her identity to him unless he changed his mind. She indifferently said, "So, you are a friend of the Prophet Pu Lin. It seems there has been a misunderstanding. My younger sister, Xuan Yue, and Elder brother Ah Dai have received teachings from Prophet Pu Lin. You can rest assured that we will not be enemies with the Yajin Tribe anymore. I am willing to swear in the name of the Sky God."
The Grand Elder, of course, understood Xuan Yue’s reluctance to disclose her true identity, and smiled, "That’s the best. There’s no need for the oath, I trust you. Alright, you just need to relax, concentrate your thoughts on your spiritual platform, and I will remove your mental block." As he spoke, he and the other three elders closed their eyes at the same time. Right hand traces out a complex trajectory in the air, forming a hand seal and placing it in front of their chest, the four old and deep voices simultaneously resound, "Release——" "Release——" "Release——" "Release——". This sound was as heart-stirring as a drumroll, it shook Ah Dai and the others to their core. A pure stream of energy circulated within their minds, gradually dispelling the haziness within their minds. They discovered that they had regained control over their bodies. Ah Dai, being the strongest, stood up from the ground and attempted to stimulate the Second Golden Body within his Dantian. His powers had been restored.
Xuan Yue, Olivia and Kino also stood up. The removal of the mental block left them feeling quite weary. The Grand Elder said, "I apologize for the inconvenience. Please accompany us." Following which, the four Grand Elders and Di Ya turned and left the stone house. Xuan Yue used her spiritual power to instruct Olivia and Kino not to act impulsively because of earlier events, they should wait and see what the four Grand Elders have to say.
Ah Dai and Xuan Yue exchanged a glance, both of them felt as if they had been reborn. They took a deep breath and followed the four elders out. While walking, Ah Dai asked Xuan Yue via telepathy, "Brother, do you think what these four elders said is true? Do they really know the Prophet Pu Lin?"
Xuan Yue nodded slightly, "It should be true. Otherwise, they wouldn’t bring up the Prophet Pu Lin, let alone identify you as the savior. This is something only Prophet Pu Lin, my sister, and the members of our church are aware of. Since they are being courteous, they must require our assistance. Let’s see what they plan to do. For the sake of the Prophet Pu Lin, let’s forget about the previous incidents." She wasn’t one to hold grudges, especially since the Grand Elder knew that she could change her appearance. To protect this secret, she couldn’t afford a confrontation now.
Ah Dai, who was naturally averse to conflicts, smiled and nodded at Xuan Yue’s words. He communicated back telepathically, "Alright, I will follow your lead. In any case, my powers have been restored. They won’t get the chance to surprise attack us with soul magic." As his powers were restored, he used the true qi to form a protective barrier around his spiritual power center, ensuring that even if the elders launched another attack, he could withstand it. He only needed a brief moment to make sure that the Four Elders couldn’t hurt anyone with their spiritual powers.
After walking down a long corridor for about the time it takes to finish a cup of tea, a stone staircase appeared in front of them. Di Ya, who was leading the group, led them to the top of the staircase and opened the heavy stone door, letting everyone out. It was night outside, and the fresh air was invigorating. Ah Dai felt a sense of intense relief he’d never experienced before. The feeling of regaining his freedom was wonderful!
There was no expression on Di Ya’s pretty face. As she led the way, she indifferently said, "This is my mansion. Let’s talk in the living room."
The Clan Leader’s Mansion was nothing more than an ordinary courtyard, devoid of extravagant decorations. The courtyard was filled with only a few towering ancient trees that rustled when the night wind blew, casting overlapping shadows that swayed under the moonlight, creating a peaceful atmosphere. About every ten meters, there was a guard from the Yajin Tribe. Although they were maintaining vigil at night, they stayed alert and vigorous. Ah Dai could sense the considerable strength they exuded. Xuan Yue tightened her grip on the Angel Wand she had been holding. In the short time since escaping from the stone cell, she found that she had regained about eighty percent of her magical abilities. This reassured her, made her more composed.
Di Ya led everyone into the mansion’s main hall, decorated in an antique style. Facing the main entrance was a mural of fog-enshrouded mountains and water painted on the wall. Underneath, there were two big rattan chairs with a coffee table in between, upon which a copper incense burner was placed. Eight additional rattan chairs were neatly arranged below the head of the room on both sides. Each pair of chairs was separated by a small wooden table. This was where the Yajin Tribe held their council meetings. Di Ya walked up to the main seat, set down the oil lamp she was holding beside the incense burner, and gestured for Ah Dai, the other three, and the four elders to be seated. "Please, take a seat," she said.
The four elders sat on the right with Ah Dai and the others facing them. Only then did Di Ya take her place at the head of the room. She gently clapped her hands twice. Two maids walked in from the back of the hall holding trays, clearly prepared in advance. They put teacups next to each person. Having been unconscious for seven days, Ah Dai and his friends were incredibly hungry and thirsty. They each lifted the lids of their cups, and their noses were met by a strong, refreshing fragrance. Much to their surprise, it was the Amber Dew they had previously drunk at Golden Jade Building.
"This is Golden Jade Building’s Amber Dew, a tonic to rejuvenate your energy," Di Ya explained. "I’m sorry for the inconvenience you suffered these past few days. Please, feel free to enjoy. It will be good for your health."
After gulping down the Amber Dew, Ah Dai and his friends immediately felt much better, their bodies warmed by the beverage. Kino, who was tasting this delightful drink for the first time, looked impressed, a content look on his face that hinted he still hadn’t had enough.
Xuan Yue put her cup down and turned to Elder Tian Luo, inquiring, "Can we start discussing the matter at hand now?"
Elder Tian Luo nodded subtly and gave Di Ya a signal. Di Ya took a deep breath. When she first learned about Ah Dai and his friends’ identities from Elder Tian Luo, she was shocked. Even now, her feelings were still somewhat tumultuous. She made a slight bow, saying, "I apologize again for my earlier actions – I was too headstrong. I hope you can forgive me."
Xuan Yue replied, "What’s done is done. For the sake of Prophet Pu Lin of the Pu Yan tribe, we are willing to let go of the past. Besides, you spared our lives, which is a mercy in itself."
Di Ya looked at Xuan Yue, a hint of oddity flashing in her beautiful eyes. Elder Tian Luo hadn’t informed her that Xuan Yue was a woman. Therefore, she still regarded Xuan Yue as a handsome ritual officer of the Church. Xuan Yue’s formidable strength, displayed in the previous confrontation with the four elders, left a deep impression on Di Ya, especially her staunch resistance till the end despite the hardships. Di Ya gave a small smile and said, "We’ve invited you here primarily to discuss certain matters. I believe you already know that the Yajin Tribe’s rise to prominence has been very recent – my ancestors were originally nobles in the Empire of Tian Jing, but due to various reasons, they relocated to this land a thousand years ago. After generations of hard work, the Yajin Tribe has grown to its current size. I was shocked when Elder Tian Luo informed me that in the near future, a catastrophe that could affect all of humanity is looming over the continent. As part of humanity, the Yajin Tribe is willing to contribute to aversion of this crisis. If you encounter any difficulties in the future, we will lend our full support without reservation. I hope you accept our offer. That’s all I have to say."
Xuan Yue squinted slightly. Although Di Ya was describing it indifferently, she gathered from the other’s words that it wasn’t that simple. She asked, "Is this assistance unconditional?"
Di Ya nodded, "Yes, our help is unconditional. We also know a thing or two about the affairs of the Pu Yan Tribe and sympathize with their tragic fate. After discussing it with the four elders, we’ve agreed to support you as we would have supported the Pu Yan Tribe. The Tian Yuan Continent is our human homeland. Anyone with a shred of humanity wouldn’t want to see it engulfed in misfortune. Not only do we hope that the Yajin Tribe can continue to thrive successfully, but we also want the entire human society to remain prosperous and stable. Please accept our sincerity."
Ah Dai looked at Di Ya’s sincere gaze, and his heart stirred. Although he had never considered himself a savior, he couldn’t help but feel his blood boil at that moment. "Clan leader Di Ya, Prophet Pu Lin once said that the millennium crisis of the continent is inevitable. Since you are offering help with such sincerity, we have no reasons to refuse. Despite our limited strength, we will surely go all out should any issues arise."
Elder Tian Luo said, "Ah Dai, our intention is clear. We hope you remember that the Yajin Tribe will always stand as your ally, and that’s enough. You shouldn’t underestimate yourselves. The combined strength of the four of you can match anyone. We barely won that day, and if you had held on a bit longer, we would’ve been the ones to break down. You are all still young and have great potential. When you have the time, you should focus more on cultivating your spiritual power. I know the four of you have the support of the Pope, Tian Gang Sword Sect, Mage Guild of the Continent and Tian Jing Mage Guild. I want to remind you, when you encounter problems you can’t solve by yourselves, the forces standing behind you will be your greatest aide. You must know how to use them wisely to amass powerful force to help the humans overcome the crisis. We’ve said everything that needs to be said. You’ve been delayed here in the Yajin Tribe for quite a while now, and you can leave now. No one will stop you."
Xuan Yue stood up, carefully considering Elder Tian Luo’s words. Only then did she truly understand the horror of the millennium crisis. Growing up, she had never shown interest in Church affairs. Even when Prophet Pu Lin claimed that she and Ah Dai were destined to be the saviors of the continent, she hadn’t taken it too seriously. But now, she suddenly realized that their lives weren’t that simple, and maybe, they were really destined to save the humans of the continent. As the prophecy of Prophet Pu Lin suggested, there would be countless obstacles ahead. Could she and Ah Dai successfully navigate through them?
The four elders and Di Ya escorted them to the entrance of the living room. Elder Tian Luo said, "Before we part, let me share a piece of advice with you. Go with the flow and elevate your cultivation. What is destined cannot be defied. No one can prevent what is meant to happen. Only by continually improving yourselves, can you have the power to resist when the disaster comes. Never be complacent, the journey ahead is still long. Xuan Re, if you see the Pope, please send him our regards. Tell him that the Four Souls still miss him. We are old, and I’m afraid we won’t have the chance to visit him again."
Looking at these four mysterious elders, Xuan Yue was deeply moved. Not only were they acquainted with Prophet Pu Lin, but they also knew her grandfather—the Pope. Clearly, they were once influential figures on the continent. She couldn’t help but ask, "Elder, how did you recognize that we are the people mentioned by Prophet Pu Lin? Did you merely gauge from my status as a priestess?"
Elder Tian Luo smiled faintly and said, "A blend of kindness and evil, an amalgamation of light and dark, led by the Phoenix’s Blood, breaking through barrier after barrier, concluded by the Dragon’s Blood, the eternal essence of love. When you were attacked by our Soul Speech, the Dragon’s Blood and the Phoenix’s Blood revealed your identities. Do you understand now?"
Upon realizing this, Xuan Yue bowed slightly and said, "Please take care, elders. We have to go now. If there is a chance in the future, we would like to come back and learn more about Soul Magic."
Ah Dai held deep respect for these four powerful beings who had previously defeated him. He bowed alongside Xuan Yue. As they turned to leave, they heard Di Ya calling out, "Wait." Di Ya stepped forward from behind the elders. She walked up to Xuan Yue, her face a faint red. She took out a dagger from her bosom and handed it to Xuan Yue. Head lowered, she whispered, "This dagger was given to me by my master. You’re a magician, use it for self-defense." Her beautiful eyes shifted, and the ruler of the Yajin Tribe, a tribe of almost a million people, had a bashful expression on her face.
Xuan Yue reflexively accepted the dagger. She didn’t comprehend Di Ya’s intentions and simply smiled, "Thank you, sister. If there’s a chance, we’ll definitely come back to visit you." She didn’t see herself as a woman, only considering Di Ya’s gesture as a token of friendship. Meanwhile, Ah Dai was pleased for "Xuan Re," finding the clan leader of the Yajin Tribe to be an excellent match for his brother.
As Di Ya and the four elders watched Ah Dai and his companions disappear into the night, a bewildered look flickered in Di Ya’s eyes. Xuan Yue’s handsome face remained engraved in her mind for a long time. For the first time in her life, Xuan Yue became the first individual to occupy her heart. Elder Tian Luo watched Di Ya, his heart fluttering. Given his extensive experience, he understood that Di Ya had mistakenly interpreted Xuan Yue’s identity. However, he chose not to clarify. He believed in fate and the divine intervention of the Sky God, and thus decided to let things take their natural course. With this thought, he said, "Clan Leader, now that everything is settled, we’ll take our leave first." The four elders nodded slightly to Di Ya and began walking towards their quarters located in a secluded corner of the Clan Leader’s Mansion.
Coming back to her senses, Di Ya returned to her room. As the tumult in her heart gradually subsided, she softly said, "You two can come out now."
Lian Dan and Zhu Yuan strolled out, smiles on their faces as they gazed at their younger disciple sister. Feeling unsettled under their gaze, Di Ya’s face flushed once again. "How could you two just stare at me like that?" she pouted. Her coyness only added to her charm, leaving Lian Dan and Zhu Yuan somewhat stunned.
Lian Dan laughed heartily, "We were just thinking about how our little disciple sister, who’s just discovered love, has changed. Hmm, our little disciple sister, you do have good taste. The young man named Xuan Re is truly worthy of you. Such a young Magus, I’ve never even heard of such a thing before. If you were to unite with him, backed by the powerful support of the Church, the Yajin Tribe wouldn’t need to worry about anything."
Di Ya blushed furiously, she stammered, "Big Brother, stop teasing me. I-I didn’t..."
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