Chapter 200: Fox Girl Tushan Qingxue Arrives at the Forgotten River

Chapter 200: Fox Girl Tushan Qingxue Arrives at the Forgotten River

Although terrified, the fox girl, Tushan Qingxue, was not resigned to fate. She unleashed her most powerful attack: a red water chestnut that transformed into a purple flaming dragon aiming directly for Chu Xiu's neck.

However, Chu Xiu casually waved his hand, dispersing the red water chestnut effortlessly.

The dragon wailed as the flames extinguished and the chestnut fell slowly to the ground. Tushan Qingxue's face, marked by horror, revealed her shock and powerlessness.

Chu Xiu's strength was overwhelming, deterring any thoughts of resistance. His cold fingers traced her slender neck, and she closed her eyes, resigning herself to her fate and pleading not to be refined, wishing to preserve her dignity in death.

Her plea was clear and melodious, yet Chu Xiu remained silent. He then threw her into a blood-colored star phantom, beginning her transformation. Initially, she struggled out of fear, but soon, her struggles ceased, and her expression softened into one of peace and enjoyment as the cocoon enveloped her.

Chu Xiu learned from her memories that she was a direct disciple of Tushan Yu Dasheng and closely related to Qianmian Zhenjun, his biological sister. Chu Xiu saw potential in her as a strategic asset against Qianmian.

Transforming her was more time-consuming than expected, but two hours later, the cocoon dissipated into a burst of scattered stars. Tushan Qingxue descended before him, her seven tails now nine, and her confusion replaced by respect and devotion. She bowed deeply and pledged her loyalty to Chu Xiu.

Chu Xiu affirmed her transformation, noting the full activation of her Nine-tailed Sky Fox bloodline. Grateful, Tushan Qingxue expressed her aspirations to surpass her master and serve him better. Despite her eagerness to accompany him, Chu Xiu instructed her to return and blend back with her clan to avoid suspicion, as it would be more strategic for their plans.

Afterwards, she took drastic measures to maintain her cover, mimicking severe injuries by stabbing herself, thereby ensuring her story aligned with the destruction around her.

Once Chu Xiu and his accomplices had left the scene, they erased all traces of their presence. Chu Xiu then met with the Saint of Yaochi, and together, they moved towards the upper regions of the void giant tree.

The narrative then shifts to other characters encountering the same area, puzzled by the absence of magical qualities previously noted by Saint Yaoguang. The scene wraps up with various characters progressing through the trials, driven by the urgency Chu Xiu's actions had instilled in them.

Ultimately, Chu Xiu and Yao Chi Saint face a new challenge at the Forgotten River, ready to break a stone tablet that would lead them to the next level and remove all restrictions for outsiders, adding a layer of danger and competition to their quest.

As they approached the treetops, the pressure around them intensified, necessitating brief rests. The further they went, the more treacherous their path became. A month later, they were stopped by a massive, colorful light wall next to a stone tablet inscribed with "Wangchuan·The Other Shore." A mechanical voice announced that breaking the stone tablet would grant them access to the Forgotten River and explained the consequences: no more suppression of power and the disappearance of all previous obstacles.

Yao Chi Saint looked solemn as they digested the information, understanding the new risks and opportunities that breaking the tablet would bring. Chu Xiu's smile, in contrast, turned maniacal with anticipation of the challenge ahead.

"The two looked at each other. Yao Chi Saint looked solemn. Chu Xiu's smile gradually became crazy."