Getting Stronger By Fighting

"What should we do now?" Zhao Feiyu no longer paid attention to the Fire Qilin’s words. Now that they were here, they could only focus on what lay ahead, as to what might happen in the ruins, they couldn’t know at this moment.

The only thing they could do was pray for Wang Zhan, hoping he might safely escape danger.

Nearby, the Sword Spirit slightly furrowed his brow. After hesitating for a while, he clenched his fist and spoke: "I want to stay here and keep waiting for Wang Zhan. I believe he’ll come out soon and join us. If we don’t see him within a year, I’ll return to the Tian Pavilion and make new arrangements for everyone."

Wang Zhan is the core of Tian Pavilion. If after a year he still hasn’t appeared, it can only mean one thing - Wang Zhan likely encountered trouble inside, and it would be impossible to meet him again on the Star War Battlefield. So it’s better to meet with everyone back at Tian Pavilion and tell them everything. As for what is to be done, that is entirely their matter.

Of course, the Sword Spirit has long been attuned to Wang Zhan’s thoughts and can fully guess what Wang Zhan thinks, so this decision is considered a wise one. The others exchanged a glance and all nodded.

"If you two have other matters, then go handle them first. The Fire Qilin and I will remain here, and as time goes on in the future, it will certainly be monotonous, so no need for you to stay here and waste time."

The two exchanged a look and helplessly nodded.

Having reached the level of Sword Spirit and Fire Qilin, they could even improve their cultivation by meditating in place, however, they couldn’t do this, so they naturally wouldn’t waste time here idly, especially since everyone knew the odds of Wang Zhan emerging unscathed.

After all, what lurks inside is the Spirit Devouring Beast, and everyone knows its strength, not to mention the exceptional Xiang Tian it cultivated far exceeded their expectations.

In an instant, Zhao Feiyu and Li Du headed towards the distance.

While the Fire Qilin watched their backs and clenched his fist, he spoke grimly: "These useless losers, what’s the point of keeping them around? I’d better strike directly and kill them! I feel angry just seeing them. Wang Zhan is trapped in the ruins for our sake, but these two leave mysteriously without even deciding to wait. It’s truly hateful!"

But the Sword Spirit shook his head, a bitter smile crossing his lips as he spoke softly: "Actually, the blame isn’t entirely on them. Had it been anyone else, they would likely choose to leave at this moment. Remaining here would just be wasting time. I believe the two of them realized this, hence their desire to improve their strength quickly. But if given time, once their strength grows to a certain level, they’ll promptly join us and inquire about Wang Zhan..."

Ultimately, none of this matters as long as Wang Zhan emerges safely from inside.

The Fire Qilin sighed, furrowing his brow as he spoke: "I surely don’t know what Wang Zhan is thinking. We could have left safely, but because of Xiang Tian, he’s willing to throw away his life here? Surely you see Wang Zhan is immensely gifted. Give him time and he’ll become a champion on the Star War Battlefield, with considerable strength. Yet, he’s overly sentimental which isn’t bad, but..."

Before finishing, the Fire Qilin stopped.

Clearly agitated, he viewed Wang Zhan’s actions as naive compassion.

Despite his words, he had no intent to leave and continued standing there, hoping to witness some miracle, finding Wang Zhan or meeting him.

The Sword Spirit too remained silent.

Fortunately, the ruins were sealed. Though the entrance to the mystical space was closed, and there was a massive gap above, nobody would dare venture easily inside, aware of the dangers within and the presence of the Hexagonal Golden Snake. Nevertheless, the events inside the ruins were unknown.

This was a boon for the Sword Spirit, providing time to cultivate in the space, perhaps only by strengthening their cultivation could they break the barrier’s entrance. Their strength wasn’t yet comparable to the Spirit Devouring Beast, hence unable to shatter the entry immediately, but given time, they could find a way.

Determined, they both sat down, improving their strength while feeling guilt that their prowess hadn’t yet matured, causing the current predicament.

Meanwhile, Zhao Feiyu and Li Du had already left the ruins and the ruins behind. Despite returning to familiar sea domain, Zhao Feiyu showed no delight, instead shaking his head and saying: "Can’t believe things reached this point, and Wang Zhan got trapped in there. Wang Zhan, to my eyes, was unparalleled, with no equal, especially with the Sword Spirit and Fire Qilin beside him, and even a Hexagonal Golden Snake. Despite this lineup, we still suffered defeat..."

Li Du’s expression also wasn’t good, he too dreaded the state they were in, wondering what could be done.

He patted Zhao Feiyu on the shoulder, speaking softly: "In the upcoming time, let’s search the sea domain for ways to boost our strength. There are plenty of ruins here that hold inheritances potentially augmenting our prowess. Once strengthened, we head back to the space, and together break through the sealed entrance!"

Li Du harbored a thought that enduring this, they’d meet Wang Zhan once more since he possessed Poseidon’s Trident and Crystal Armor—divine weapons of the sea domain, likely drawing Spirit Devouring Beast’s interest, hoping to obtain them, hence potentially sparing Wang Zhan, even considering making him another Xiang Tian.

Despite Xiang Tian’s terrifying state, his strength had increased significantly. And once Xiang Tian was safely out, there were ways to restore him.

Similarly, Wang Zhan would be fine.

Zhao Feiyu nodded resolutely and passionately declared: "Don’t worry; we’ll work hard together. I won’t hold you back. Though we’re not far apart in skill, I plan to surpass you."

Overcoming shame breeds diligence.

Li Du glanced far ahead, squinting slightly with a cold look before speaking again: "Do you recall what happened in the ruins, and the group trying to ambush us in the sea domain? Now that we’re out, with increased strength, let’s hunt them down one by one, what do you say?"

"Agreed!" Zhao Feiyu clenched his fist with a cold smile: "I had the same thought, just fearing your disagreement, hence my silence. Those foes brought us trouble, how could we let them off?"

"Adults must face consequences. This group owes us. Recall their faces? I’m unfamiliar with them. The sea domain is vast, without direction, it’s searching for a Needle in the Sea. Any plans?"

Li Du was craftier than Zhao Feiyu, excelling in planning, leaving Zhao Feiyu waiting for Li Du’s response.

"Though I lack their identities, we can offer rewards for their capture. They won’t escape!"