Chapter 1228: Farewell

Soon, Chen Mobai, who was at the Immortal Sect, received news that the Three-Eyed King had been besieged and killed.

One account, named "Golden Needle Master," clicked "task completed" and even uploaded some bloody on-site footage, describing in detail the gains from this demon-infested planet. Among these, the Fruit of Ruin made many people beat their chests and stomp their feet, blaming themselves for being so slow after getting the news.

In contrast, many were also interested in the dismembered Three-Eyed King. Because of the "Rebirth from a Drop of Blood" realm, if utilized well, a complete Three-Eyed King could be regenerated. Even if its most powerful Eye of Destruction ability would be a tier lower, for some cultivators, this provided opportunities for extensive research. For example, the reborn Three-Eyed King could be refined into a magical artifact containing the power of destruction. Although the Central Dao Court did not advocate such inhumane practices, it did not prohibit them either. After all, the Three-Eyed race had been confirmed to have invaded and plundered many planets, committing grave sins. According to the rules of the Profound Gate of the Central Dao Court, these were criminals deserving of execution. And criminals had no human rights.

With the completion of this task, Chen Mobai's credit score finally broke through zero. On the Devil Market platform, completing any task, regardless of its size, granted 1 credit point. This task also completely established his reputation. Many hunters messaged him privately, asking if there were any new demon-infested planets. If they were similar to the Three-Eyed race situation, they were willing to pay with merit points to purchase information. Of course, some greedy ones requested to be notified immediately if such free information became available again. Chen Mobai categorized his contacts into friend groups based on these replies. For him, the greatest gain from this task's completion was the definitive end of the Three-Eyed race's threat. He could now leave the Immortal Sect with peace of mind.

Relieved of this great burden, Chen Mobai then confirmed a date with Qi Yuheng and others to open the realm gate. The date was set for one year later.

Within the Immortal Sect, Beiming and Yu Yi did not immediately consume the Spirit Condensing God-Shocking Pills after obtaining them. After all, this was not like performing the God-Shocking Melody, where the timing was not entirely within their control. Moreover, the Immortal Sect no longer faced the urgent crisis of the previous war, so they were not in a rush to break through and save the world. Especially Yu Yi, whose cultivation had not yet truly reached completion, still needed to undergo a process at the Kaiyuan Hall.

Only Yuan Xu and San Jue went into seclusion immediately to consume the pills. This was because they had reached the perfected Nascent Soul realm a long time ago, and Yuan Xu had even failed once before. Over the years, Yuan Xu had consulted Chen Mobai whenever he had time. Combined with his mastery of the Illusory Grand Dao and the use of the Square-Inch Book, he had simulated his breakthrough to Spirit Transformation countless times, so he was full of confidence.

Before leaving, Chen Mobai also showed concern for Yuan Xu and San Jue, specifically going to check outside their seclusion chambers. Among them, Yuan Xu's aura was perfectly harmonious, and his Nascent Soul Dharma Aspect was subtly taking shape, clearly indicating he was close to breaking through to Spirit Transformation. However, San Jue's situation was not as promising.

Chen Mobai felt great regret about this. He chatted for a while with Wenren Xuewei, who was the receptionist, and specifically mentioned the Spirit Condensing God-Shocking Pills. However, Wenren Xuewei seemed unconcerned. "Aren’t there six pills left? You can’t tell me you won’t give me even one," she said. Faced with Wenren Xuewei’s words, Chen Mobai wasn't sure how to respond.

After a moment of contemplation, Chen Mobai said, "After I leave, you can communicate more with Ming Yihua; he is my successor." Among the current generation of Nascent Soul cultivators in the Artifact Dao Academy, Ming Yihua possessed the highest talent. Coupled with his refinement of the Pure Yang Golden Lotus and the legacy of two Spirit Transformation cultivators, Chen Mobai and Cheng Xuan, he would receive a Spirit Condensing God-Shocking Pill as soon as he perfected his Nascent Soul. Furthermore, the Artifact lineage and the Jumang lineage were generations-long friends. After Chen Mobai's departure, as long as Wenren Xuewei and Ming Yihua continued this friendship, her Spirit Condensing God-Shocking Pill would definitely not be an issue.

"Thank you," Wenren Xuewei, being intelligent, vaguely understood Chen Mobai's meaning and smilingly offered him a cup of clear tea.

"Here’s a gift for you." After finishing the tea, as Chen Mobai was bidding farewell, he took a tea seed from his spiritual realm and handed it to Wenren Xuewei.

"What is this?" Wenren Xuewei took it curiously. It was a tea seed unknown in her realm, but upon closer inspection, she felt a slight sense of familiarity.

"Didn't you give me a Dao Comprehension Tea seed back then? I’ve painstakingly cultivated this one for over a hundred years, and it's now a high-grade Fourth-tier. I separated a sub-plant from it to give to you," Chen Mobai said with a smile. Wenren Xuewei’s jaw dropped in astonishment upon hearing this.

"A high-grade Fourth-tier Dao Comprehension Tea!?" It was important to know that she had painstakingly cultivated her own Dao Comprehension Tea for her entire life, barely managing to upgrade it to a low-grade Fourth-tier. Yet, Chen Mobai had casually produced something far superior.

"Could there be another, better cultivation method?" The thirst for knowledge in Wenren Xuewei’s eyes surpassed her interest in the Spirit Condensing God-Shocking Pills, and she repeatedly questioned Chen Mobai.

"I only managed to advance its cultivation through a fortuitous coincidence, perhaps because I cultivated my Dharma Realm," Chen Mobai said, knowing that Wenren Xuewei was an expert in this field. So he didn't delve into the precise details. After all, his Dao Comprehension Tea had only progressed thanks to Zhuo Ming's diligent efforts in collecting and feeding it with various tea trees from Eastern Continent. Such resources, even if he told Wenren Xuewei, she wouldn't be able to replicate. However, with this, her own tea plant could at least be upgraded by another minor grade.

"This is the best gift I’ve ever received," Wenren Xuewei said happily, holding the tea seed as she saw Chen Mobai off.

"Next time we meet, I’ll give you an even better one." Chen Mobai laughed heartily at this, then shimmered with silver light and vanished from the spot.

"Will there be a chance to meet again?" Wenren Xuewei wondered as she looked in the direction Chen Mobai had disappeared. Although she had some confidence in her own Spirit Transformation, the thought of leaving Elemental Star and venturing into the vast starry sky like Chen Mobai and the others filled her with an unknown fear. Moreover, her generation might not produce a powerful individual like Chen Mobai, capable of controlling realm gates. It was at this moment that Wenren Xuewei felt a pang of regret for her previous idleness. If she had worked as hard as Chen Mobai, she might have been able to compete for the Immortal Sect’s two Spirit Transformation opportunities and, if successful, could have left with them.

Before leaving Jumang Dao Academy, Chen Mobai naturally did not forget to communicate with the Great Camellia Divine Tree. He stated that although he was leaving Elemental Star, he would not forget his promise to her. Because there were no Sixth-tier spiritual objects in the Immortal Sect that could replace the Great Camellia, he had to go to the Xuangu Dao Field to look. Once he found something, he would rush back to help the Spirit of the Great Camellia achieve liberation. Although the Spirit of the Great Camellia was regretful, she could only accept it. For her, disappointment was a familiar companion.

"Don’t worry, Senior, I will return." Chen Mobai currently had few remaining ties, and his promise to the Spirit of the Great Camellia was one of the stronger ones. He had no intention of reneging or passing the responsibility to Ming Yihua or others. After all, by leaving the realm gate here, Chen Mobai could use this branch of the Grand Void Gate to pinpoint his location and instantly teleport back. However, that would consume a great deal of void power. Given his Spirit Transformation realm, he might need some time to accumulate it.

"I hope there will be a day we meet again," the Spirit of the Great Camellia said as she bade farewell to Chen Mobai. She had mastered the Grand Dao of Life, and her lifespan far exceeded that of ordinary Void Refinement cultivators. Generations of Spirit Transformation cultivators had left Elemental Star, but she had never lived to see them again.

"You will." After uttering these two words, Chen Mobai instantly vanished before the Great Camellia Divine Tree.

Time quickly passed, and a year went by.

Artifact Dao Academy.

Chen Mobai sat at one end of the conference table, Cheng Xuan at the other, with the remaining Nascent Soul cultivators of the Artifact lineage seated on either side. "So, the affairs from now on are entrusted to all of you," Chen Mobai said, concluding his brief division of authority within the Artifact lineage. Finally, Cheng Xuan added a couple of remarks before announcing the adjournment of the meeting.

"Farewell, Honored True Monarchs!" After the meeting, Deng Daoyun and the other seven Nascent Soul cultivators all rose and respectfully bowed to Chen Mobai and Cheng Xuan. Chen Mobai and Cheng Xuan exchanged smiles, waved to the crowd, and walked out together. Under their guidance, the Artifact lineage had reached an unprecedented peak. Now, it was time to explore the vaster cosmos.

After exchanging a few words with Zhuang Jialan, who stood at the meeting room door, Chen Mobai, prompted by Cheng Xuan, went to see Chen Xingxing. After successfully forming his Core, Chen Xingxing had been arranged by Chen Mobai to teach at the academy, working one day a week. He found this immensely enjoyable and often visited Yu Tianguang and others in the back mountains.

"Ah Xing, cultivate diligently. I hope we can meet in the starry sky someday," Chen Mobai said. The Star-Guiding Sword seemed to be in slumber, showing no signs of waking after Chen Mobai spoke.

"Starry sky? Are you leaving?" As a Core Formation cultivator and a teacher at the Artifact Dao Academy, Chen Xingxing naturally knew that Immortal Sect’s Spirit Transformation cultivators would eventually venture into the cosmos. However, Chen Mobai was still very young, so he was greatly surprised.

"After we leave, if you need anything in the future, you can go to Deng Daoyun," Cheng Xuan kindly said. He had watched Chen Xingxing grow up and somewhat regarded him as a junior.

"Oh," Chen Xingxing replied, his spirits somewhat low. He looked up at the deep, boundless starry sky, feeling for the first time that perhaps exploring the stars was the most thrilling and real game.

"I will come find you!" As Chen Mobai and Cheng Xuan were about to disappear, transforming into silver light, Chen Xingxing shouted to them. The two turned to look at him, both smiling.

Through a great void teleportation, Chen Mobai and Cheng Xuan arrived at Wangwu Blessed Land. Qi Yuheng and the other Spirit Transformation cultivators were already there, their expressions a mix of anticipation and apprehension.

"Did you bring the item?" Chen Mobai asked Qi Yuheng. The latter nodded and produced a jade box. Inside it was the Death God's avatar, sealed by the Star-Guiding Sword and the Heavenly Calculation Orb. Before they left, they definitely had to take this ticking time bomb with them.

For his last night, Chen Mobai naturally spent it at his home in Wangwu Blessed Land with his daughter. Soon after, Hua Zijing went to the airport to pick up Wang Xinying, who had just arrived. Upon their arrival, Wang Xinying and Chen Xiaohei prepared dinner together. Chen Mobai, meanwhile, chatted with Hua Zijing, his long-time subordinate.

"True Monarch, I have failed your expectations," Hua Zijing stood there, feeling somewhat guilty, having failed her attempt to form a Nascent Soul.

"Most people’s lives are filled with failures; success is but an occasional occurrence. Just succeed next time," Chen Mobai said comfortingly. He then handed her another set of Nascent Soul-forming resources he had prepared. "With my influence, you should be able to get another chance. Use these resources with the experience from this failure, and I believe you will succeed," he said.

"True Monarch…" Hua Zijing was deeply moved. The greatest fortune in her life had been following the right person.

"In the future, help Ming Yihua more. I’ve also left resources for Jialan. I hope when I return next time, I’ll see both of you have formed your Nascent Souls." Chen Mobai transferred all his connections to Ming Yihua, including the threads of influence tied to them. Hua Zijing naturally nodded respectfully.

After dinner, Chen Mobai also gave the spiritual stones, elixirs, Nine Heavens Clear Spirit Purple Splendor Qi, and other resources he had prepared to Wang Xinying and his daughter, Chen Xiaohei.

"Dad, will you come back in the future?" Chen Xiaohei’s eyes reddened slightly as she accepted the exceptionally precious resources.

"I will come back. After I leave, the only family you two, aunt and niece, will have in the Immortal Sect is each other. If Xinying is willing, you can ask Zijing to transfer you to Wangwu Blessed Land. After Yu Yi’s term ends, Ming Yihua will take over. And if Xiaohei forms her Nascent Soul after that, she will definitely be the Master of Kaiyuan Hall. With you by her side taking care of her, I can rest assured." Wang Xinying nodded gently upon hearing Chen Mobai’s words. Chen Xiaohei was somewhat reluctant to part.

Finally, Chen Mobai gave instructions to the Profound Guidance Sword, entrusting his daughter’s safety to it in the future. The sword spirit solemnly swore that as long as it was not shattered, it would forever protect Chen Xiaohei.

After talking with his sister and daughter until midnight, Chen Mobai stated he needed to prepare for tomorrow’s realm gate activation and went to the cultivation room to meditate. After leaving behind his second primordial spirit, his true body teleported to find Yan Bingxuan. He had already spoken with Meng Huang’er, and she was currently undergoing her second attempt at forming a Nascent Soul, so Chen Mobai didn't disturb her after sending a text message.

That night, the usually passive Yan Bingxuan was exceptionally proactive, allowing Chen Mobai to experience unprecedented joy. At dawn, Yan Bingxuan finally collapsed onto the bed, breathless, and fell into a deep sleep. Chen Mobai knew, however, that she was still awake; she likely didn't know how to face this parting, so she simply closed her eyes.

"Wait for me to return." After leaving these words in Yan Bingxuan’s ear, Chen Mobai returned to Wangwu Blessed Land.

Wangxian Peak.

When Chen Mobai flew from his home, he saw that Qi Yuheng and the other Spirit Transformation cultivators were already there, their expressions a mix of anticipation and apprehension.

"Did you bring the item?" Chen Mobai asked Qi Yuheng. The latter nodded and produced a jade box. Inside it was the Death God's avatar, sealed by the Star-Guiding Sword and the Heavenly Calculation Orb. Before they left, they definitely had to take this ticking time bomb with them.