Chapter 312: "So It Was Meant to Deal with Me? Never Mind, Then!"
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The Evil Emperor unleashed his power. The light emanating from his giant eye gradually calmed the turbulent spatial fluctuations, restoring stability to the once chaotic energy.
It was as if a raging tsunami had been suppressed by a mysterious force, transforming into a tranquil lake. Everyone watched in stunned silence, feeling a deep sense of awe at the immense power released by the Evil Emperor's giant eye.
As the light from the giant eye slowly receded, peace returned.
"Well done, Evil Emperor!" Both the Ice Emperor and the Deep Sea DemonIC Whale King expressed their gratitude.
If not for the Evil Emperor's timely intervention, both their master and themselves might not have survived.
"This guy... he can actually neutralize spatial power?" Di Tian looked at the Evil Emperor in disbelief.
The Evil Emperor's power was second only to his own, yet even he had been powerless in the face of the previous crisis.
The Evil Emperor noticed Di Tian's reaction and spoke slowly, his voice deep and mysterious. "Don't look so surprised. I trained this technique specifically to deal with you. If I hadn't become the master's spirit soul, I might never have accidentally perfected it."
Di Tian's face flushed with embarrassment upon hearing this.
He had no idea the Evil Emperor had been hiding such an ace up his sleeve. His gaze toward Shui Wuya now carried an unintentional hint of reverence.
Outside, the world seemed on the brink of chaos, yet Shui Wuya, immersed in his cultivation, remained blissfully unaware.
The terrifying spatial fluctuations just moments ago were, in fact, his own doing—a result of his attempt to create a space within his body. However, the process proved exceedingly difficult, forcing Shui Wuya to abandon the effort.
"Why is this technique so different from the others? Could it be that it's not originally one of the Ice God's Eight Techniques?"
Shui Wuya was puzzled. He began to suspect that this skill might not be part of the original Ice God's Eight Techniques but rather a new one created by the Ice God after ascending to divinity.
When Shui Wuya had learned the first seven techniques of the Ice God, Shui Bing'er was still in the Divine Realm, confronting Tang San, unable to aid the lower realms. Now that Shui Bing'er had unified the Divine Realm, it was quite possible that she had updated the Ice God's legacy over the millennia.
"It seems that nothing should be updated lightly," Shui Wuya chuckled bitterly, shaking his head. "I guess I'm falling behind on the new version."
Feeling a bit weary, Shui Wuya decided to stop cultivating for the day and take a break.
Just as he was about to conclude his session, the Ice Phoenix within him suddenly emerged.
The Ice Phoenix danced gracefully around Shui Wuya, like a dazzling ice lotus, elegant yet mysterious. Its wings radiated a luminous white glow, and as it moved, flickering beams of ice-blue light filled the air.
As the Ice Phoenix continued its dance, the surrounding spatial fluctuations were gradually drawn in, as if controlled by an invisible force. The turbulent spatial energy seemed to be drawn to the Ice Phoenix, converging toward it like rivers flowing into the sea.
"This..."
Shui Wuya was momentarily stunned, then overjoyed.
He had never imagined that the Ice Phoenix would have such a wondrous ability!
With the Ice Phoenix's assistance, Shui Wuya's mind began to calm, allowing him to slowly merge with the mysterious space, absorbing its secrets and power.
"So this is the legendary Ice Phoenix?"
Di Tian was astounded by the scene before him. He had heard rumors that Shui Wuya harbored a miraculous Ice Phoenix capable of traversing space, but he had never seen it with his own eyes until now.
Now, the Ice Phoenix, immersed in the space around it, moved effortlessly as if swimming in water, demonstrating a mastery over spatial abilities that utterly eclipsed Di Tian's own. Di Tian couldn't help but question his understanding of the world.
Just how many extraordinary beings were hiding within Shui Wuya's body?
After absorbing the spatial energy, the Ice Phoenix began to circle around Shui Wuya, its pale blue light growing ever brighter, forming a halo that enveloped him.
Then, the Ice Phoenix spread its wings and dove back into Shui Wuyai's body, its form like a streak of light weaving through his being.
Shui Wuya felt a cool, soothing energy flowing from the Ice Phoenix, steadily infusing into him. Under the Ice Phoenix's guidance, the once turbulent spatial energy within Shui Wuya began to stabilize, becoming calm and orderly.
He closed his eyes, focusing on the spatial power the Ice Phoenix had brought, and started to comprehend the mysteries of space.
At that moment, Shui Yanjun and the Ice Emperor hurriedly arrived at the scene.
Seeing that Shui Wuya was now stable, a heavy weight lifted from their hearts. After inquiring about what had happened, Shui Yanjun breathed a sigh of relief and smiled. "It seems the Clan Leader is all right."
The Ice Emperor also let out a sigh of relief, his deep voice reflecting his earlier tension. "It looks like those spatial fluctuations were intentionally caused by the Master. We underestimated his methods and were alarmed for nothing."
Shui Yanjun then planted an incense stick into the ground and gently lit it. The smoke curled into the air, spreading its fragrance. In the serene mountain forest, Shui Wuya continued his meditation, the spatial energy flowing through him like a gentle stream.
Feeling reassured, Shui Yanjun led the many spirit souls quietly away, careful not to disturb Shui Wuya's cultivation.
The Ice Emperor, however, remained troubled, his brows furrowed as he kept glancing toward the mountaintop.
"This cultivation session seems to be particularly significant for the Clan Leader…"
"Lord Shui Yanjun, do you think the Clan Leader will be all right?" the Ice Emperor asked, his voice filled with concern.
Shui Yanjun gazed at the distant figure of Shui Wuyai, his expression resolute. "No matter how difficult this cultivation is, I believe the Clan Leader will overcome it."
"Besides, the Ice God is watching from the Divine Realm above. Even if the Clan Leader encounters any danger, the Ice God will intervene in time to ensure his safety."
"The Ice God?" Di Tian's eyes widened in disbelief as he scanned the surroundings, trying to find any sign of the Ice God but to no avail. Confused, he asked, "You're saying the Ice God is watching over us? Has she already descended?"
Shui Yanjun shook his head, smiling as he explained, "Before ascending to godhood, the Ice God left three incense sticks for the Shui family. Lighting them invokes her protection. The first two were used within a thousand years of her ascension; the one just now was the last. Though we cannot see the Ice God's form, she is protecting the Shui family and watching over the Clan Leader in secret!"
Hearing Shui Yanjun's explanation, the other spirit souls began to relax, their fears easing as they gratefully looked toward the sky.
Even Di Tian couldn't help but be amazed, his respect for the Shui family's heritage deepening.
Nevertheless, concerned for the Clan Leader's safety, Shui Yanjun decided it was best to inform Shui Yuanchen of the situation immediately.
He bid farewell to the other spirit souls and departed.
On the mountainside, the incense stick quietly burned, while the spirit souls waited outside, silently praying for Shui Wuya's safe return.
(End of Chapter)