"A crack has appeared in the barrier between gods and demons? That's impossible!"
The God Emperor suddenly sprang to his feet, his angry words carrying a hint of barely perceptible anxiety and tension.
“Father, the barrier between gods and demons was built with the power of the gods of our divine realm. Now, tens of thousands of years have passed, so it is natural that it has dissipated. It can be repaired.”
A gentle, warm voice came from the side, and Gu Zhong raised his head slightly to look at the person standing on the jade steps.
There was a woman of refined elegance and beauty, her moon-white brocade robe accentuating her graceful figure. Her entire being exuded an air of strategic wisdom and composure.
She just stood there, seemingly always waiting to be listened to, making people want to pour their hearts out to her.
"……Too."
After a long silence, the God Emperor calmed down.
“You will give the land to Gu Zhong.”
"Gu Zhong, return to the Abyss of Gods and Demons immediately and repair the barrier!"
"Gu Zhong, I obey!"
He bowed his head again, respectfully clasped his hands in agreement.
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Author's Note:
Return to the origin.
Am I just not accurate with normal speech? This is my first time trying voice input, and I'm questioning my life choices QAQ My child's neck really can't take it anymore.
Chapter 142 The Supreme God and the God of War (Part Two)
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"Let's see off Lord Gu Zhong."
The God Emperor waved his hand and slowly sat back in his seat. He placed one hand on his forehead, seemingly suffering from a headache.
"yes".
The young lord respectfully responded and walked out of the hall with Gu Zhong.
As soon as Fang stepped out of the palace gate, Gu Zhong saw Ling Yan peeking out from outside.
Upon seeing Gu Zhong and Shao Jun emerge, he excitedly ran towards them.
"elder sister!"
This phrase should be addressed to the young master, carrying a hint of filial piety and intimacy.
"Xiao Yan? What are you still doing here?"
Although Shaojun spoke with a helpless questioning tone, his face was full of doting affection.
"We've been waiting for you!"
Lingyan stuck out her tongue at her, looking like a child seeking praise.
"I entrust this matter to Lord Gu Zhong."
Shaojun shook his head with a smile in his eyes, turned to Gu Zhong beside him, and took out a small black box made of ancient sandalwood from his pocket.
"It is my duty to do this, and I cannot shirk it."
Gu Zhong reached out with both hands, respectfully took the box, opened the front cover, and quickly glanced at the silvery-white crystal lying inside.
"Lord Gu Zhong is indeed cautious."
Shaojun had not expected her to do this, and raised an eyebrow in surprise.
"Such an important matter should not be taken lightly or casually."
Gu Zhong's response was neither humble nor arrogant.
"Very good, Your Majesty, you must proceed with caution."
The young lord paused for a moment, then burst into hearty laughter and praised loudly.
"Please rest assured, young lord."
"Has the matter concerning Lord Gu Zhong been resolved?"
Ling Yan's curious gaze wandered back and forth between the two, watching Gu Zhong carefully put away the inconspicuous little black box, seemingly unaware of what was going on.
"Yes, that's right. I will return to the Abyss of Gods and Demons."
Looking at this kind and unique goddess with her innocent and naive face, Gu Zhong's tone involuntarily softened.
"Hmm—"
Her delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly in embarrassment.
"Judging from your hesitant manner, you're actually here specifically to wait for Lord Gu Zhong, aren't you? Poor me, I'm just here to accompany you."
Shaojun made a sad face and joked.
"Sister Shaojun, you've found out!"
Ling Yan raised her face, offering no denial whatsoever.
"Yes, is there anything else?"
Gu Zhong looked puzzled. She and Ling Yan were complete strangers. What could be so important that she would wait here for them?
"My Lord, may I accompany you to the Abyss of Gods and Demons?"
Now that she had been called out, Lingyan no longer hesitated and looked at Gu Zhong with shining eyes, like a puppy wagging its tail.
Such a look makes one's heart soften unconsciously, making it truly difficult to refuse.
"no!"
After a moment of frantic internal struggle, Gu Zhong's answer was resolute.
"The Abyss of Gods and Demons is the site of an ancient battlefield between gods and demons. The winds are howling, and those who are not skilled enough should not go there lightly."
It's not that Gu Zhong intended to belittle her, but it's true that although Ling Yan is the reincarnation of the Divine Pearl, she was only born a thousand years ago, and her power is weak. She will certainly be safe in the God Realm, but once she leaves the Heavenly Gate, things may change.
"Alright—I was just overly curious about the place guarded by the God-King."
Lingyan awkwardly touched her nose, her soft and aggrieved words making Gu Zhong's heart skip a beat, and he almost couldn't help but change his mind.
"Then—Lord God, will you be free three months from now?"
Lingyan's eyes were still full of expectation as she looked at her.
"Maybe—"
Gu Zhong swallowed back the "no" that had just been swirling on his tongue, giving a vague answer without any real conviction.
Having already rejected her once, I couldn't bear to firmly refuse her a second time.
And for some reason, Gu Zhong seemed rather reserved in her presence.
"Then, Lord God, will you be able to return to the God Realm in three months?"
"Generally speaking, unless there is an urgent matter or an order is received—"
Gu Zhong raised an eyebrow in surprise, becoming even more puzzled, wondering why she would ask this.
"If the Divine Lord agrees, I will go and request my father's decree!"
Ling Yan clapped her hands, interrupting.
Obtaining the God Emperor's decree allowing Gu Zhong to freely travel to and from the God Realm was indeed not a difficult task for her.
"The divine god has not yet told me the reason."
Gu Zhong suddenly realized that he had been led around by this cunning little god all along, and quickly retaliated.
"My thousandth birthday is in three months. Would the God of War be willing to come?"
Ling Yan pouted, seemingly unhappy that her plan had been exposed, and stopped beating around the bush.
She looked at the woman in black armor with some worry, a hint of unease hidden in her eyes.
Normally, no one would refuse her, but the considerations are different.
She treated the God Emperor with neither arrogance nor servility, simply doing her duty without flattery or fawning.
If she didn't want to come, Lingyan really had no way to force her to come.
"Is the High God inviting me?"
This was the first time Gu Zhong had received an invitation in his long life.
To be honest, in all these ten thousand years, she has never participated in any events such as a divine birthday banquet.
After all, most of the time she was either conquering other places or guarding the Abyss of Gods and Demons—besides, she always went her own way, and no immortals or gods were willing to invite her.
"Yes, my thousandth birthday celebration cannot be without the presence of the God of War."
With eyes full of pride, Ling Yan seemed to genuinely believe this.
—A fondness for extravagance and ostentation; even young children are like that.
Seeing her flamboyant appearance, Gu Zhong couldn't help but laugh out loud and replied gently.
"Okay, I'll definitely come if I have time!"
"Oh, right, this—you take it."
Lingyan took a token from her waist and handed it to Gu Zhong.
"What's this?"
Gu Zhong reached out and took it. The white marble token was engraved with a flamboyant phoenix relief, just like herself.
"With my token, no one can stop you anymore."
Lingyan held her head high with arrogance, looking smug.
"The divine being is very thoughtful."