Arthur composed himself, piecing together his thoughts that had been scattered by the sight of Gu Yue in a maid outfit.
He quickly began to recount the intelligence he had gathered from Ya Li.
He clearly detailed how Yun Ming was being watched by an unknown entity, the complete disappearance of the Holy Spirit Cult, the unknown malice on Sea God Island, and his own speculation about the possible involvement of the Abyss Plane.
He forced himself to focus on the increasingly solemn expression on Gu Yue's face, rather than that damnably seductive outfit.
"So, I suspect that the Holy Spirit Cult's ability to hide so thoroughly, and the person observing Yun Ming without being detected, likely involves interference from the power of the Abyss Plane," Arthur concluded, his brows furrowed.
"Those lunatics are capable of anything."
Gu Yue listened quietly.
"Your speculation makes some sense," Gu Yue said slowly. "The Abyss Plane's mastery in the realms of space, spirit, and negative energy indeed far exceeds that of the Douluo Continent. If they are in deep cooperation with the Holy Spirit Cult, providing them with concealment or shielding technology, it's certainly possible that even Yun Ming wouldn't be able to counter it."
She paused and walked to the table to pick up a water cup. As she moved, her skirt swayed, and the lines of her long legs, clad in white silk stockings, flashed before Arthur's eyes.
"The Abyss Plane's goal is invasion, and the Holy Spirit Cult's actions to destroy the living forces of the Douluo Continent align perfectly with their interests."
"Cooperation between the two is an inevitable result."
"However, regarding the malice on Sea God Island you mentioned, I've been there many times and never felt anything... Hey, are you listening?"
"Ah? Yes, I'm listening!" Arthur snapped back to attention and sat up straight. "Since even you didn't feel it, it must be specifically targeting me. I'll just avoid going to Sea God Island from now on."
If even Gu Yue couldn't detect it, it would have to be a God King, right?
It was more likely to be Tang San's doing.
"O mighty Dorae-Yue, show me the way," Arthur prayed with his hands pressed together under Gu Yue's helpless gaze. "What should we do next?"
"I really can't do anything with you." Gu Yue shook her head, her hand to her forehead, as complicated emotions surged within her.
She was the Co-lord of the Spirit Beasts, the Silver Dragon King. Since her awakening, the obsession with the revival of Spirit Beasts and seeking revenge against humans had been etched in her heart.
But the Arthur before her was an exception.
She wanted to help him, but she didn't want to help humanity.
Regardless of who won this struggle, it would benefit her Spirit Beast side.
It was just a matter of the scale of the benefit.
If the Holy Spirit Cult won, a large number of human powerhouses would die. Her Spirit Beasts would reap the benefits of the conflict.
If the Holy Spirit Cult lost, she would continue to slowly ascend into the upper echelons of human society.
After a moment of thought, Gu Yue decided to provide a strategy. Arthur's requests were truly hard to refuse.
"Gu Yue, oh Gu Yue, you'll eventually fall because of your weakness for male charms." Gu Yue secretly resented her own lack of resolve, then enjoyed Arthur's attentive gaze and said:
"The Abyss Plane is colluding with the Holy Spirit Cult, and the cult's tracks are completely hidden, making them impossible to trace. However, the entrance to the Abyss Plane has always been guarded by the Blood God Legion."
"Since they've used the power of the Abyss, they will inevitably have contact with the Abyssal forces at the entrance. If you investigate there, you might find clues or even follow the trail to find the Holy Spirit Cult's hiding place."
Arthur's eyes lit up, and he slapped his thigh. "Exactly! Why didn't I think of that? The Holy Spirit Cult hides deep, but the Abyss Plane is right there and can't run away."
"I'll go'send them some warmth' right away."
Seeing his excitement, a faint curve appeared on the corner of Gu Yue's mouth, but it quickly vanished. "Don't get happy too soon. The Abyssal forces have Divine Rank powerhouses; the danger level is far beyond your imagination. You must be extremely careful on this trip."
"Don't worry!" Arthur patted his chest with an air of invincibility. "Gu Yue, you might not know this, but when it comes to invasions from other planes, I'm a professional."
The speaker was casual, but the listener was attentive.
Gu Yue, who studied and took notes on every move and word of Arthur, became thoughtful upon hearing this and made a mental note.
"But what if the Holy Spirit Cult attacks while I'm gone?" Arthur's brow furrowed instantly, his newfound excitement dampened by this sudden concern.
He felt no pressure about fighting the Abyss, but he was worried about what would happen to his family and friends in Shrek City if the Holy Spirit Cult launched an attack while he was away.
"Sigh, I'll help you leave a Spatial Beacon." Gu Yue spoiled Arthur too much; she knew he wasn't yet familiar with ultra-long-distance spatial teleportation. "If the Holy Spirit Cult comes, I'll notify you, and you can teleport back directly."
"Oh! Love you, Gu Yue! See you next time." Arthur excitedly gave Gu Yue a hug and then left, eager to start his Abyss dungeon run. "I'll go get ready to head to the Blood God Legion."
Leaving Gu Yue stunned in place.
The warm sensation seemed to linger on her shoulders.
The room fell silent instantly, leaving only the sound of her own slightly rapid heartbeat.
Her previous internal conflict about whether to help was immediately forgotten. Gu Yue's mind now had other things to do—she was intensely reminiscing about that hug.
This was the first time Arthur had hugged her on his own initiative.
"That bastard..." Gu Yue bit her lip and cursed in a low voice.
"How was it, My Lord?" Bi Ji stepped out from the shadows. "I told you a 'little chef boy' like him would definitely like this style. If you wear this tonight and attack his weakest point, he won't be able to resist."
Gu Yue snapped back to her senses, her cheeks instantly turning bright red. She glared at Bi Ji, both embarrassed and annoyed. "Presumptuous!"
Gu Yue gave a low shout, and the air around her suddenly froze. Elemental currents exploded slightly around her, blowing the hair at her temples.
Bi Ji wasn't afraid at all. She just covered her mouth and chuckled, stepping forward slowly. Her gaze swept over Gu Yue's maid outfit. "My Lord, I'm not being presumptuous; I'm just telling the truth. Look at Arthur's eyes just now—his soul was almost hooked away by you. If it weren't for important business, he probably wouldn't have been able to move."
Gu Yue fell silent, not knowing how to refute.
After thinking for a moment, she actually felt that Bi Ji had a point.
Then it was time to activate her second personality and let the Queen make her appearance.
Any later and Arthur would have already left for the Blood God Legion... Given Arthur's connections, his enlistment in the Blood God Legion was given the green light all the way.
In fact, many people couldn't wait for him to go quickly and then die in the Abyss.
"What are you going to the Blood God Legion for?!" Agravaine was the first to come over, looking at his nephew, completely unable to understand.
"What kind of place is the Abyss?" Agravaine's tone was urgent. "You just need to Cultivate properly for now. The matters of the Abyss Plane will be handled by those taller than you."
Anything else would be fine, but the Abyss was different.
Agravaine had served in the Blood God Legion when he was young; the Abyss Plane was far too dangerous.
Even a Limit Douluo would shed blood there.
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