884 One and Only Chance (2/2)

The broken soul of Celestial Emperor returned the hairpin and laughed. ”I am moved. I am truly moved. However, I have no reason to go to the mortal world. Celestial Venerable Hao is enough to settle everything.”

He paced around and sighed. ”My unfilial son has power over all levels of society. My powers are close to his, but if anyone finds out that I was once a Celestial Emperor, I will face their combined might and be killed. I have no reason to go to the mortal world.”

Qin Mu's eyes brightened. ”If Celestial Venerable Hao is unable to handle the Primordial Realm, would Your Majesty have a reason to go to the mortal world?”

The broken soul of Celestial Emperor was startled.

Qin Mu said, ”We will see if Your Majesty is willing.”

”You are a demon! Celestial Venerable Mu, you are indeed a demon!”

The broken soul of Celestial Emperor paced around frantically and then stopped suddenly. ”I am absolutely willing. I have nothing to lose. Poor Mother Earth, but this is also the only reason I would go to the mortal world. Only in this way can we have a glimmer of hope!”

Yan Qiling understood what they were going to do. She was appalled but remained silent.

”Qiling!”

Yan Qiling bowed. ”Yes, Master.”

The black soul sand surrounding the broken soul of Celestial Emperor swirled and spat out a bright round mirror into Yan Qiling's hands.

The broken soul of Celestial Emperor said, ”Go find Mother Earth. Have her face this mirror.”

Yan Qiling quietly put away the mirror.

Goddess of Heavenly Yin, who had been standing at the side, remained silent. She was simple and couldn't understand what Qin Mu and the broken soul of Celestial Emperor were talking about. However, once she saw the mirror, she finally understood.

She became even more withdrawn.

The broken soul of Celestial Emperor said, ”Celestial Venerable Mu, I plan to offer my strongest general. What do you think?”

Qin Mu bowed. ”Your Majesty's sacrifice is bound to be repaid.”

The broken soul of Celestial Emperor shook his head and laughed. ”Of course I want gratitude. You will perform your spell to reconstruct my souls. After that, you can go with Qiling to see the new Mother Earth.”

Qin Mu was about to agree when he heard Goddess of Heavenly Yin cough. He understood what she was trying to convey, but he pretended not to hear and continued his spell.

When he opened the Gate of Heaven Influence to tap into Heaven Duke's power, Heaven Duke and Earth Count immediately sensed it and looked across the world.

Qin Mu kneeled down in front of these two ancient gods.

Because of their feud with Celestial Emperor, the two ancient gods intended to retract their powers. However, upon seeing him kowtowing until his head was bleeding, the two ancient gods relented. They then exited the Gate of Heaven Influence and didn't pursue him for tapping into their powers.

Qin Mu stood up and continued performing his spell.

The reconstruction of Celestial Emperor's soul was an arduous task. He was completely exhausted but determined to finish the spell.

When Celestial Emperor's second soul was reconstructed, Qin Mu collapsed and fainted on the altar.

The earth soul of Celestial Emperor condensed and transformed into an imposing figure. He then looked up at the altar and laughed. ”Perhaps if you were still of any use to me, I would have you seek out my body. Now, I plan to get rid of you. Celestial Venerable Mu, to have you alive is dangerous…”

”Your Majesty!”

Goddess of Heavenly Yin stepped forward and bowed. ”Your Majesty is a man of your word. You can't renege on your promise.”

The second soul of Celestial Emperor looked at her and pondered for a long time. He then sighed. ”Heavenly Yin, you tend to favor outsiders. As he once saved your life, I won't blame you. But you are too simple-minded. There is a lot of evil in this world, and there are plenty of things you don't understand. Don't worry, he will live.”

With a flick of his fingers, a stream of essence entered Qin Mu, leading him to recover.

”Qiling, go with Celestial Venerable Mu.”

The second soul of Celestial Emperor then flew out of Heavenly Yin World as he said, ”Celestial Venerable Mu, everything is now in your hands. Defeating my unfilial son will depend on your abilities and methods. I will be waiting in the celestial heavens for the chance to descend to the mortal world. Before that, you need to protect Eternal Peace. If you can do that, we may have a glimmer of hope!”

Qin Mu got back to his feet and turned towards Yan Qiling. ”Thanks.”

Yan Qiling shook her head. ”I wasn't trying to help you. I wouldn't want you to die before I defeat you and have you beg for my mercy. Come with me, I will bring you to meet the new Mother Earth.”

Qin Mu turned and thanked Goddess of Heavenly Yin. ”Goddess, you shouldn't speak for me in front of Celestial Emperor. He doesn't trust you anymore.”

Goddess of Heavenly Yin was utterly confused. She suddenly broke into tears. ”Do you really want to kill Mother Earth? She is just like me, a lonely person.”

Qin Mu bid her farewell. ”She is nevertheless a pawn of Celestial Emperor. Goddess, please take care!”

He then turned and left with Yan Qiling.

Outside Heavenly Yin World, he and Yan Qiling rode on the dragon sparrow, navigating Yan'er. After a long time, Yan Qiling said, ”The new Mother Earth is actually my master's wife.”

Qin Mu was shocked but remained silent.

”I can't bear to do it, but I have no choice.”

Yan Qiling stared blankly, then laughed. ”I was confident about my abilities and looked down on those young warriors of the celestial heavens. I felt I would be able to easily defeat the Primordial Realm and help my master unite the realm when I descend to the mortal world. That was before I met you, and you taught me a lesson. I sometimes feel blessed. After experiencing so much, I realized…”

Qin Mu reached out with a finger and tapped the back of her head.

Celestial Emperor's blessing at the back of Yan Qiling's head immediately dimmed.