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708: Chapter 121: Arex’s Defeat and Retreat 708: Chapter 121: Arex’s Defeat and Retreat Boom!

Boom!

Boom!

Boom!

One after another, whenever Izanagi rushed forward, Da Zhe, wrapped in black flames, would always strike him down in the most straightforward and brutal way!

It wasn’t that Izanagi didn’t want to use spells or similar attack methods, but these attack modes were utterly useless against Da Zhe — the black flames on Da Zhe’s body easily nullified all spell attacks from Izanagi.

Having lost these means, Izanagi could only choose the most primitive method of attack — the clash of power and power!

Once again, Izanagi charged up from below, and Da Zhe habitually slashed downward with Zhan Lu.

However, this time the slash felt different to Da Zhe!

The Zhan Lu Sword sliced through the Sword of the Gathering Clouds of Heaven effortlessly, and like cutting through tofu, its sharp blade followed Izanagi’s head and easily cut him in two! “This… a clone?” Da Zhe immediately thought about whether Izanagi had changed his combat strategy.

He nervously scanned the surroundings, but after waiting for a moment, he still found nothing. “No need to look, Izanagi is no more.”

At this moment, beside Da Zhe, a rift in space opened, and the Maid flashed out.

As You Ye appeared, she waved her hand towards Da Zhe, and the black flames entwined around him were reabsorbed into her palm and then disappeared.

Instantly feeling like he had moved bricks for three days and nights in a row, Da Zhe started convulsing, almost plummeting from the sky.

But even so, Da Zhe’s face turned pale, drenched in sweat, as if he were a candle flickering in the wind.

Although it seemed as if he had opened an unmatchable power when beating up Izanagi, when the black flames vanished, all that prematurely stimulated potential also disappeared, leaving Da Zhe in his most weakened state.

Seeing this, You Ye reached out, her hand mysteriously disappearing into the air, as if reaching into another magical space.

When the Maid pulled her hand back, she had a beautifully packaged small bag. “Eat this, it will help you recover faster.”

Da Zhe took the small bag, opened it, and found some… cookies!

He didn’t mind, thinking that the Maid wouldn’t harm him, and stuffed a handful of cookies into his mouth. “No need to eat so urgently,” You Ye smiled slightly.

Da Zhe blurted out, “Isn’t the battle still ongoing?”

Although Izanagi inexplicably got dismembered, an overwhelmingly powerful force was clearly emanating from the Heavenly Rock Pillar… far stronger than Izanagi’s previous display! “No, it’s already over,” You Ye said calmly, “Regarding our part, it’s finished.

Have you forgotten the terms of the deal with Arex?

We were just supposed to hold off one of them.

Since Arex initially had you deal with Izanagi, your task was over once Izanagi vanished.

This deal is considered completed.” “But how did Izanagi become so weak all of a sudden?” Da Zhe asked while biting into a cookie… the flavor was quite good and appeared effective, as the stinging sensation had lessened somewhat, and he started to regain some strength. “Izanagi was originally a fraction of Izanami’s power… now that Izanami has reclaimed this part of her strength and made herself whole, Izanagi naturally became weak, or rather, just a powerless shell.

For you, it was easy to handle,” You Ye laughed.

Da Zhe was taken aback, then his expression turned peculiar as he instinctively asked, “Did the boss know all along?

Isn’t this tricking Arex?” “Da Zhe, the terms of the deal and the desired outcome were all specified by Arex himself.

Weren’t you present at the time?

Besides, he specified one of the two, and if it was just about Izanami, a mere third of Yan Wuyue’s true soul wouldn’t suffice.

But because of the option to choose, it also means we might face an easy-to-deal-with Izanagi instead of the truly tough Izanami.

Understand?

This price compromise was not only for the customer but also for ourselves.

The master already offered a great discount; Arex didn’t consider this, and it’s not anyone’s fault…” You Ye gave Da Zhe a indifferent glance, “Also, I could pretend not to have heard you badmouthing the master, but just this once.” “…Alright.” Remembering the pain of being burned by black flames, Da Zhe shivered at the thought.

Though it could bring an outburst of power, he would absolutely refuse to experience it again!

But thinking about it, if Arex had specified fighting Izanami instead, the club would have intervened as well…

With the two choices, Arex chose wrong, and it seems there’s no one else to blame.

Having known Luo Qiu for some time, Da Zhe understood him somewhat.

The boss wouldn’t mislead the other party; all choices were up to the customer, for better or worse…

A tremendous crash!

From above Yatsumi Palace!

Meanwhile, the Heavenly Rock Pillar began to crack wildly, as if it could collapse at any moment!

This Heavenly Rock Pillar resembled a column holding up the sky.

If it collapsed, who knew if the sky would follow.

Da Zhe revealed a look of terror…

Such power, even during his previous burst of potential, left him feeling somewhat powerless. “If Arex buys another service, would I have to go against Izanami then?” Da Zhe asked with a heavy expression. “That would depend on whether Arex still has anything to offer us,” You Ye calmly replied.

Just as she finished speaking, You Ye glanced upward and then nonchalantly said, “Arex has been defeated and is escaping.

Even with a container able to infinitely draw out power, it’s still not enough against the lesser godly power of Izanami.”

A stream of light quickly shot through the sky from Yatsumi Palace above, leaving…

It was Arex. “Let’s leave as well.” You Ye withdrew her gaze and calmly told Da Zhe, “The master’s task is complete, so I must return to his side as soon as possible.”

You didn’t even put in any effort, did you, young lady…

But Da Zhe nodded nonetheless…

He was very clear about his position.

Although the Black Soul’s work also included finding a master, he had no interest in this aspect at all — rather, he was quite suited for this kind of enforcer role.

Originally, he had always been an enforcer, and now with no worries, he could fight without hesitation.

However, at that moment, dark clouds pressed down, and a ferocious black wind blew down from Yatsumi Palace above, accompanied by a tragic cry, “Want to escape, intruder!”

Just as the sound started, a figure abruptly appeared.

Da Zhe looked over, and even with his nerves seasoned by witnessing many occasions, he couldn’t help but be startled — this guy’s entire body was decayed, beyond description by any ugly words in the world! “We have completed our task this time, so we won’t do anything for now,” You Ye elegantly nodded towards Izanami, “Rest assured.” “You…” Izanami’s rotten eyeballs locked tightly onto You Ye, making her spirit tremble with an extremely dangerous sensation.

Yet, having long turned into a wildly extreme character, the warning in her heart was instantly overshadowed by resentment!

Izanami spoke with her throat as if burned, “You think that by saying this, the chaos you caused in my Yan Wuyue World can be settled?

Stay here and under the erosion of the Waters of the Netherworld, become just like me!”

The Maid looked on impassively but waved her hand to create a rift and sucked Da Zhe inside!

Just when Da Zhe entered the rift, a massive water sphere expanded from Izanami’s center, engulfing You Ye — these liquids gleamed with an earthy yellow hue and exuded an overwhelmingly foul stench, one of the filthiest of substances, instantly corroding anything it touched, polluting even the purest of things under its erosion. “Don’t touch me with this filthy stuff!”

Boom!

The Maid’s azure eyes suddenly fixed, and with an aura of cold killing intent, she revealed a truly dispassionate and ruthless expression…

The black flames erupted suddenly!

The Waters of the Netherworld were instantly dissolved!

Izanami’s eyes widened in shock. “This is… powerful divine might?!

Impossible, how can there be powerful divine might in this tiny Fragmented World!” “Izanami, I said, we won’t do anything to Yan Wuyue for now.

If you persist, I’ll have no choice but to switch to automatic defenses,” the Maid retracted the black flames and returned to calm.

At this, Izanami appeared doubtful and hesitated, refraining from making another move…

If she truly faced a powerful divine might, she could only quietly be at the mercy of the other party, even in this Fragmented World where she ruled. “However, if you ever need, you can also find us,” the Maid waved her hand, producing a black card without markings before Izanami.

Izanami took the card, and upon grabbing it, fell silent. “We are only representing the guests, so there is no right or wrong for us…

For us, the customer is first.

Please understand.” The maid lifted her skirt slightly, smiled faintly, and disappeared by slicing through space.

Izanami was silent for a long time.

She watched the Heavenly Rock Pillar about to collapse and murmured, “The legend is true…

This place truly exists.” … “How are you!

That monster didn’t do anything to you, right?”

After Da Zhe was taken away by You Ye, he arrived directly on a plain.

In the distance, he could see the towering giant cherry blossom tree.

He was secretly anxious, but in just a moment, You Ye appeared in front of him.

The maid shook her head and said calmly, “Nothing, I just had to do a little sales talk, so it took a bit more time.”

Seeing that You Ye was unharmed, Da Zhe nodded, “So, should we go back to the boss now?” “You go back first.” You Ye shook her head.

Da Zhe said in astonishment, “You’re not going back?”

Da Zhe found it incredible; didn’t this maid sister just say they needed to go back soon?

You Ye sighed and glanced down at her skirt, frowned, and said, “The clothes are torn, and they carry a dirty aura.

I need to wash them…

It would be too irresponsible to appear in front of the master like this.”

Your skirt just has a tiny corner missing, the size of a fingernail!! “Why don’t you go and wash up too?

You’re quite dirty yourself.” You Ye glanced at Da Zhe, seemingly serious. “I’ll just find some pool to wash off a bit.” Da Zhe retreated. … … “Miss Tsukihime, people from the Nagato House are here to invite you to the banquet.”

Outside the door, the samurai of the Kondo Family respectfully delivered the message.

Zi Xing simply said calmly, “I’m feeling a bit unwell, but it’s not polite to refuse the invitation, so I’ll attend wearing a veil.

Also, I won’t speak at the banquet.

Any questions from the Nagato House, you answer for me.” “Yes!” The samurai responded again.

Zi Xing waved her hand, and the maid, whom she had dressed up early on, with fearful eyes, trembled as she reached to open the door…

After everyone left, Zi Xing opened the bedroom door.

At this time, Mo Xiaofei, with an expressionless face, was carrying Nagato Tsuruko in one arm and a man on his shoulder, walking out.

The man being carried, of course, was Nagato Saburo.

After resetting time so many times, Mo Xiaofei handled Nagato Saburo effortlessly, facing no obstacles. “Ready, let’s go!” Mo Xiaofei said in a deep voice, “Hopefully, tonight we can unravel all the mysteries!”

Both were already clear about the way to enter the dungeon, and this time, instead of taking a detour to the Eternal Palace, Zi Xing and Mo Xiaofei headed directly to where Narukami Haru was imprisoned.

They stopped at the corner and put down Nagato Tsuruko and Nagato Saburo. “What now?” Mo Xiaofei looked at Nagato Tsuruko and Nagato Saburo and couldn’t help but ask directly—Nagato Tsuruko, for some unknown reason, hadn’t awakened since drowning, although she was breathing steadily.

Zi Xing thought for a moment and said, “Narukami Haru reacted violently to Nagato Tsuruko…

Let’s try Nagato Saburo this time!” “Alright!”

Mo Xiaofei did not hesitate.

At this moment, he peeked at the cage at the end of the corner.

Narukami Haru still looked disheveled, unresponsive to anything.

Mo Xiaofei took a deep breath and forcefully twisted Nagato Saburo’s ear, the pain jolting Nagato Saburo awake.

Taking advantage of the moment when Nagato Saburo was still not fully awake, Mo Xiaofei immediately lifted his body and threw it with force from there!

Thud!

The dull sound of a body hitting the ground!

Such a fall, all at once, woke Nagato Saburo fully!

He only remembered hiding in his room, drinking sullenly alone, and then it seemed as if something hit him…

But in front of him, it was dark, with only flickering firelight.

Nagato Saburo got up from the ground, shook his head hard, and instinctively looked ahead…

At this time, hearing the commotion, Narukami Haru also instinctively raised her head.

Their eyes met.

Nagato Saburo’s face suddenly turned extremely ugly! “Haru…”

Nagato Saburo called out softly but instinctively took a step back.

He quickly glanced behind himself, only to see that it was empty all around, leading him to smile bitterly, muttering to himself, “Besides big brother… who else would know here.

It seems I’m truly having a nightmare.

Did I drink too much again today…”

Nagato Saburo shook his head, finally let out a long sigh, and looked at Narukami Haru in the cell, who was just staring quietly now, without any reaction.

Nagato Saburo took a deep breath, hesitated for a moment, but then proceeded to walk forward.

Finally, separated by a row of bars, Nagato Saburo silently looked at Narukami Haru, now in a terrifying state.

Suddenly, he let out a bitter smile, “Big brother wasn’t wrong.

I really am a coward…

Knowing you are right here, yet only daring to approach you in dreams.

I’m sorry, Haru…”

As if reacting to Nagato Saburo’s voice, Narukami Haru suddenly stepped forward, gripping the bars tightly with both hands, her eyes wide open! “Is that so?

Still hating me this much…”

Nagato Saburo sighed deeply, “If time could be reversed, I would never hurt you, truly…”

Ten years ago, when he was new in the world, and she was coming of age, graceful and dignified, the heir of the shrine maiden, in her prime.

He swore to bring her into his home.

Ten years later, a row of bars stood between him and her.