Chapter 1980: The Army's Defeat (Please Subscribe)_1
Immediately after, a familiar voice echoed in Ya'li's mind…
"Ya'li, why go to such lengths? Just being by your side and watching Shrek Academy thrive is more than enough for me!"
His soul resided within the Sky-Piercing Spear, but he witnessed everything that happened in the outside world…
Ya'li did not answer the question but, with tears in her eyes, she countered, "Yun Ming, do you know how much I've missed you these days?"
The Sky-Piercing Spear shone brightly once more, "I know, I've always known, and I understand that sacrificing oneself to protect the academy, this seemingly noble act, is very unfair to you!"
He already owed Ya'li so much, and now he'd left so early, leaving her alone and desolate!
How could his heart not ache…
Ya'li, however, wiped the tears from the corner of her eyes and lightly chuckled, "No, I know this is the responsibility of a Pavilion Master. If the Level Twelve Soul Guidance Shell were to fall, all of Shrek City would be destroyed. I don't blame you!"
Behind the Sky-Piercing Spear, Yun Ming's apparition seemed to emerge, his face filled with tenderness as he reached out to stroke Ya'li's head…
Although he couldn't touch anything, it was a great comfort nonetheless…
Then, turning to look at Elder Xu, he spoke softly, "Elder Xu, thank you for allowing me to speak with Ya'li once more!"
Xu Sheng just calmly looked at him without responding…
But Yun Ming knew that the other party must be able to hear his voice!
It was only then that Ya'li's expression returned to normal, and she spoke in a very serious tone, "Elder Xu, about this matter of communicating with Yun Ming using spiritual power, I promise to keep it a secret!"
The ability to revive the dead and to let the living communicate with them, either one of these, if revealed, would be enough to overturn the Soul Master's understanding!
Therefore, she would keep this secret deep in her heart!
Xu Sheng said nothing but waved his hand, "Elder Ya'li understands, that's good. If there's nothing else, please leave!"
After bowing once more, Ya'li clenched the Sky-Piercing Spear tightly and turned to leave…
Right then, Turbid World and Feng Wu Yu, who were patrolling the academy, happened to witness this scene…
The latter rubbed his eyes, hesitated for a moment, but couldn't help saying, "Why is Elder Ya'li coming out from Elder Xu's residence, could it be they have some unspeakable secret?"
Turbid World jolted and hastily interjected, "Elder Feng, you mustn't make careless comments. Elder Ya'li must have had some important matters to request from Elder Xu!"
Upon hearing this, Feng Wu Yu knew that the other had misunderstood his meaning and said irritably, "Turbid World, where is your mind going? Don't you know Ya'li's character as I do!"
They had both pursued Ya'li in the past and knew her loyalty in love was unwavering!
Turbid World scratched his head, looking somewhat embarrassed, "Heh... hehe, Crazy Old Man, I was just worried you might be too impulsive and misunderstand something about Ya'li and Xu Sheng."
Feng Wu Yu's gaze lingered on Ya'li's figure, musing, "Though I'm not sure of the specifics, I just have a feeling that a powerful spiritual force is watching us!"
Turbid World was startled, "Could it be Elder Xu?"
It seemed unbelievable that so far away, Xu Sheng could sense their presence!
Feng Wu Yu shook his head, his eyes gleaming, "No, I actually think it might be him!"
Having said that, he walked away with his hands clasped behind his back…
Leaving Turbid World with a puzzled expression, who then finally snapped back to reality and hurriedly followed…
"Him? Hey, Crazy Old Man, at least make yourself clear. Who is this 'he' you're talking about?"
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Meanwhile, in the depths of the abyss!
As the Ghost Emperor materialized out of thin air, he reached for the mask on his cheek and said indifferently, "Abyssal Emperor, regarding the last incident, I am very sorry!"
Although it was an apology, there was not a hint of regret on his face…
The Abyssal Emperor, on hearing this, swept his gaze over him, his eyes full of crimson light as he coldly said, "I didn't expect much from the Holy Spirit Cult anyway, but since we are to cooperate, I hope to see some sincerity!"
"At the very least, destroy the seal of the Abyssal Passage."
He could certainly break through the seal with his own power, but without a doubt, his strength would suffer considerable loss!
That was why he had agreed to cooperate with the Holy Spirit Cult!
Facing such a blatant threat, the Ghost Emperor remained composed as he said, "Rest assured, Abyssal Emperor, I have already sent a considerable number of evil Soul Masters to sneak back into Soul Land!"
"Before long, they will hurry to the Blood God Army and shatter the seal of the Abyssal Passage from the outside! Freeing the abyssal army!"
The Abyssal Emperor pursed his lips, expressionless as he said, "I hope things will develop as you say. This is the last chance I'm giving you!"
Having said that, his immense oppressive force exploded in an instant, scattering the Ghost Emperor's phantom…
Then, the emperors below began to discuss, "Abyssal Emperor, in my opinion, the Sect Hierarch of the Holy Spirit Cult, delaying to take action, I fear might also be calculating against us!"
"That's right, human nature is cunning and treacherous, not entirely trustworthy! This could very well be a trap!"
"Ha, a trap? Mere humans, in front of us abyssal creatures, all schemes are frail! Moreover, with the immense strength of the Abyssal Emperor, we have nothing to fear!"
"Agreed, last time we failed to devour the Human Plane, this time, we must turn it into sustenance for our abyss!"
Once the abyss devoured the Human Plane, it would ascend to a state comparable to the Divine Realm!
At that time, not only would the Abyssal Emperor be able to become a "Divine King," they could also become "gods" in a sense.
If they go unnoticed by the Divine Realm, quietly developing, they could even engulf the former in the future!
On hearing this, the Abyssal Emperor's gaze swept over all the creatures present…
"No matter, the existence of the Holy Spirit Cult is but a pawn to me, able to shatter the seal would naturally be good, but if not, it would mean they hold no value worthy of cooperation!"
"When the time comes, let them too become nutrient for our conquest of the Divine Realm!!"
This arrogant and conceited tone stemmed from his recognition of his own mighty strength!!
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In the Xingluo Empire! Inside the imperial palace...
The atmosphere in the entire hall was incredibly tense, even suffocating…
Sitting on the throne, Dai Yueyan looked at the battle reports submitted to him, his face dark as could be…
The Daijin below all understood that it was best to keep silent at this time, fearful of attracting the former's attention…
But the scenario they imagined did not occur. Dai Yueyan suppressed the rage in his heart and spoke, "The Xingluo Empire's forces are retreating step by step in the battle against the Holy Spirit Cult. Do any of you Daijin have suggestions?"
"Your Majesty, the army itself is composed of low-level Soul Masters; their combat power is extremely weak. With the massive conscription and scarcity of soul weapons, they are unable to exhibit their true power!"
"That's correct. In this servant's opinion, the only feasible solution right now is to purchase a large number of soul weapons from other empires to arm ourselves!"
"I second the motion, no matter the cost, we must fully equip our army!"
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