Chapter 437: Since Resistance Is Futile, Enjoy the Beautiful View
Of course, there was an even stronger piece of evidence the moment in the original story when Huo Yuhao saved Dai Hao by relying on the master of the Qiankun Wenqing Valley to resurrect the already dead White Tiger guards.
To be honest, among the Seven Monsters of Shrek, only Oscar and Ning Rongrong's Light of Resurrection had this kind of effect. But the master of Qiankun Wenqing Valley couldn't possibly be Oscar his personality wasn't that mischievous. Only Ning Rongrong had the kind of playful and mischievous nature to pull something like that off.
After all, Ning Rongrong wasn't actually that old. Even though ten thousand years had passed in the mortal realm, the flow of time between the divine realm and the mortal world was completely different. In reality, Ning Rongrong had only spent about twenty years in the divine realm. Such a short time wasn't nearly enough to cause a drastic change in her personality.
Old habits die hard.
However, the good thing about Ning Rongrong was that she was the ancestor of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. If clearing the Qiankun Wenqing Valley trial could help strengthen the future generations of her sect, then no matter what, she would ensure that Ning Tian passed. After all, as one of the Seven Monsters of Shrek, Ning Rongrong had developed a very important trait protectiveness.
Though she might tease Ning Tian a little, ultimately, Ning Tian was bound to pass. As for Wang Dong, while she would also clear the trial, Huo Yuhao would never choose her. He could only wish her well.
After all, with a father like Tang San and no New Star to share the burden of the trials, it was obvious that Wang Dong was under immense pressure.
Following Wang Dong meant being prepared to endure Tang San's torment. Huo Yuhao had no desire to suffer under Tang San's trials, so he would never choose Wang Dong. However, as Tang San's torment of Wang Dong intensified, there was even a chance he might draw her closer, playing out some kind of harmonious father daughter act.
As the Shrek group emerged from the thick fog, they instinctively surveyed their surroundings. What greeted their eyes was a breathtakingly surreal landscape. Towering mountain peaks, like the arms of a giant, encircled a vast, magnificent lake, tightly enclosing it. A fresh and pure aura filled the air, bringing an indescribable sense of serenity and bliss to everyone present.
At the center of the lake lay a circular golden surface, radiating a warm golden glow, akin to a miniature sun. Surrounding it was a crescent shaped silver light, giving the illusion that the sun and moon were intertwined within the lake. Under the shimmering glow, the crystal clear lake water gradually took on a golden silver hue.
The Shrek group found themselves enveloped in the same golden silver light, slowly being drawn closer to the lake's surface.
Cai Mei'er took in the scenery, her expression filled with admiration. She couldn't help but sigh, "This is breathtaking… Since the moment I gained consciousness, I've never seen such an awe inspiring view. If Elder Mu were here to witness this, I'm sure it would lift his spirits."
Though Elder Song was also deeply moved by the stunning sight, she remained vigilant. The safety of the students was of utmost importance. With a stern tone, she scolded, "Mei'er, stay alert. Don't be deceived by the beauty before you. Our focus must be on the students' safety."
Cai Mei'er sighed helplessly, "Elder Song, even with the combined strength of the three of us, we can't resist this immense pulling force. This clearly indicates that the being behind it possesses overwhelming power. Even an Ultimate Douluo couldn't achieve this. It's highly likely that a god has intervened.
Since we can't resist, we might as well enjoy the view. Against a god, do we even stand a chance of fighting back?"
Elder Song fell silent. She had never faced a god before, but she knew that their power was unfathomable easily capable of crushing her and the others.
After all, according to Shrek Academy's historical records, their ancestor Tang San's strength was nearly omnipotent. While not all gods might be as powerful as Tang San, they were undoubtedly far beyond a mere Rank 97 Super Douluo like herself.
If it truly was a god at work, then perhaps, as Mei'er suggested, the best course of action was to comply.
With a soft sigh, she began contemplating how she should communicate with this divine being. Judging from their current situation, the entity didn't seem particularly hostile otherwise, they would have been killed long ago.
Meanwhile, within Ning Tian's spiritual sea, Huo Yuhao remained hidden, listening to Cai Mei'er's words. He couldn't help but inwardly mock, "Strictly speaking, the Qiankun Wenqing Valley should have some degree of selectivity in pulling people in. Tang San is definitely manipulating things from behind the scenes.
Otherwise, even someone as high ranking as Xu Tianran, the prince of the Sun Moon Empire, was completely unaware of this mysterious location outside Mingdu until Zhongli Wu informed him.
If people had been disappearing in the Western Mountains for years, the Sun Moon Empire would have certainly launched an investigation. And of course, those sent to investigate likely never returned. Over time, the missing persons cases would have escalated, and Xu Tianran would have eventually been made aware of this place."
"To be honest, the Tang Sect's Poison Manual is a truly mystical thing. As part of the Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record, it contains records of the Three Great Treasure Troves, which gives off the same kind of feeling as a martial arts manual documenting an immortal emperor's burial ground.
But whether it's the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well or the Qiankun Wenqing Valley, both are products of the Douluo world. The former was created by the death of the Ice Fire Dragon King, while the latter formed from the fall of the God of Love.
The ancestors of the Sichuan Tang Sect were truly incredible to be able to deduce the existence of these three treasure troves across different worlds."
"To be honest, the world where the Sichuan Tang Sect existed was definitely not under the rule of the divine realm.
Because if it were, given Tang San's personality, the entire Sichuan Tang Sect would have been endlessly subjected to his so called divine grace.
Even though Tang San once 'leaped off a cliff to prove his loyalty,' that was just a stunt to establish a righteous image before his supposed death.
But now, as a Divine King, his status and power have grown far beyond what they once were. That so called act of loyalty is nothing but a stain on his past. And since it's a stain, it must be erased.
Thus, the elders and sect masters of the Tang Sect would naturally become his enemies.
And considering how the 'audacious' ancestors of the Tang Sect dared to challenge Tang San's claim to the Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record, that alone would have sealed their fate.
I wouldn't be surprised if Tang San ended up reenacting an even more ruthless version of the 'Second Attack on the Clear Sky Sect,' letting the Sichuan Tang Sect experience firsthand what it truly means to be at the mercy of divine wrath."
Before long, the Shrek group reached the center of the lake. Each of them was enveloped in a golden silver light barrier before suddenly falling into the lake. The young Shrek students landed on a golden circular platform.
Elder Song, Cai Mei'er, and Xian Lin'er watched the scene unfold, when suddenly, a voice echoed in their minds:
"Too old. No need for the Trial of True Feelings. Permission to leave."
Thank you for the support, friends. If you want to read more chapters in advance, go to my Patreon.
Read 30 Chapters In Advance: patreon.com/Albino1