"So, did the Ice God choose to leave voluntarily?"

At this moment, Xue Di, having recovered her senses, finally spoke, breaking the silence.

Her voice was low, with a slight, almost imperceptible tremor.

"Tell me, what did the Ice God say at the end?"

Snow Empress's gaze, as cold as ice, pierced through the biting wind as she stared directly at Leiosli, awaiting his answer. The Ice Bear King, Little White, growled softly behind her, its massive body leaning slightly forward, as if ready to attack at any moment.

The chill in the air intensified once more, making even breathing feel bone-chillingly cold.

Leosley stood quietly, his expression still calm and serene, as if the tense atmosphere before him had nothing to do with him. His gaze met Xue Di's, their eyes clashing in the air, a silent confrontation.

A moment later, Leosley tilted his head slightly, glanced at the Ice God Bow in his hand, then raised his head, his tone calm yet respectful: "Lady Skadi's last words were, 'The far north is yours.'"

Upon hearing this, Xue Di's eyes trembled slightly, and she gripped the Ice God Bow tightly. Her knuckles turned white from the force, clearly indicating that these words had touched upon the deepest emotions within her.

The Snow Empress's body trembled slightly, as if all the snow and wind of the far north had frozen on her shoulders. Her fingers gripped the Ice God Bow tightly, her knuckles turning white from the excessive force. The ice bow emanated an even more chilling coldness in her hands, as if responding to the turmoil in her heart.

The Ice Bear King, Xiaobai, sensed the change in Xuedi's emotions and let out a soft whimper. Its massive body moved slightly closer to her, attempting to offer her some comfort with its body heat. Its paws gently touched the ground, causing the ice to crack slightly under its weight, producing a soft, cracking sound.

A heavy silence filled the air, with only the howling of the wind and snow echoing in their ears. Xue Di's gaze never left Leiosli, her eyes filled with a complex mix of emotions—grief, anger, helplessness, and even a hint of relief.

After a long while, the Snow Empress finally took a deep breath and slowly loosened her grip on the Ice God Bow.

Xue Di's gaze gradually returned to calm, but the turmoil deep within her eyes had not completely subsided.

Snow Empress turned around, her back to Leosli and the others, her gaze fixed on the collapsed Ice Temple in the distance. The ruins, broken and desolate, looked particularly forlorn in the wind and snow, like a tombstone devoid of its soul.

Seeing this, Xiaobai moved its massive body slightly closer to Xue Di and asked in a low voice, "Mom, what should we do next?"

The Snow Empress remained silent for a moment, then spoke in a deep and firm voice: "The far north is our home. Since the Ice God has entrusted it to me, I will protect this land."

She turned around and faced Leosley and the others again, her eyes filled with determination, but when she looked at Xiaobai, there was also a hint of helplessness.

"And another thing, Xiaobai, how many times have I told you? You are the clan leader now, you are the king, stop calling me 'Mom' all the time."

Xue Di's tone carried a hint of reproach, but more so, it was full of doting affection. Her gaze softened, as if she were looking at a child who would never grow up.

Little White blinked its huge bear eyes, looking somewhat innocent, but still obediently nodded and whispered, "I understand, Mom... uh, Snow Empress."

Snow Empress shook her head helplessly, but a smile involuntarily crept onto her lips. She reached out and patted Little White's thick fur, saying softly, "That's more like it. As the leader of the clan, you must learn to be more composed and not act impulsively like before."

Little White chuckled憨厚ly, its massive body swaying slightly as if expressing its submission and dependence. Its gaze shifted between Snow Empress and Leosli, finally settling on the Ice God Bow in Snow Empress's hand, a hint of curiosity flashing in its eyes.

The Snow Empress noticed its gaze, looked down at the Ice God Bow in her hand, and her expression became solemn once more. Her fingers gently traced the bow, feeling its familiar chill, as if she were conversing with the departed Ice Goddess Skadi.

Her eyes were deep, as if she were recalling something.

Snow Empress slowly raised her head, her gaze sweeping over everyone present before finally settling on Leiosli. Her voice was deep and firm, carrying an undeniable authority: "Human, I will keep in mind Lady Skadi's last wish. I will protect the far north."

"But where is the legacy of the Ice God now?"

Since the Ice Goddess has chosen to leave, she must have already found a successor. Over the years, what she has protected is not only the temple left behind by the Ice Goddess, but also the Ice Goddess Heart that belongs to the Ice Goddess's legacy.

The Heart of the Ice God is the true legacy.

The Ice God Bow is just a weapon.

With the heart of the Ice God, the new Ice God can create countless Ice God Bows.

The Snow Empress slowly raised her gaze from the Ice God Bow, turning it towards Leosley, her eyes filled with a hint of inquiry and pressure. Her voice was low, carrying an undeniable authority: "The Heart of the Ice God is the true inheritance. Since Lady Skadi has chosen to depart, where is the Heart of the Ice God?"

Leosley remained standing there calmly, his gaze indifferent and unwavering. He didn't answer immediately, but instead turned his head slightly to look at Shui Bing'er, who was hiding in his shadow behind him.

Shui Bing'er's body trembled slightly, her face as pale as snow. Her fingers gripped Leosley's clothes tightly, as if they were her only support.

Her eyes flickered with fear and unease, her lips parted slightly, but no sound came out. The cold wind howled past, ruffling her hair and making her appear even more vulnerable.

Leosley stood there like an iceberg, blocking Xue Di's sharp gaze. His figure loomed over Shui Bing'er, forming an invisible barrier.

He didn't speak, but simply tilted his head slightly, his gaze sweeping lightly over Shui Bing'er before turning to Xue Di, his expression remaining calm as still water.

Xue Di's gaze shifted back and forth between Leiosli and Shui Bing'er, her brows furrowing slightly.

Even if she's stupid now, seeing Shui Bing'er would make her understand what's going on.

The Ice God actually chose a human?
Or is it such a weak human being?
If we consider this human's Soul Master level, he hasn't even reached the Soul Emperor level. Compared to a ferocious beast like her, he's not even worth a speck of dust!
A complex emotion flashed in Xue Di's eyes—surprise, confusion, but mostly worry. She couldn't understand why the Ice God would choose such a weak human as her successor.

Leosley turned his gaze to Shui Bing'er, his eyes filled with deep helplessness.

"Don't be so nervous."

"Leosley said calmly."

Siegwen remained standing, clutching the strange weapon, a faint smile playing on her lips, as if everything that had just transpired was merely a game. Her gaze met Xue Di's, her eyes showing no fear. (End of Chapter)

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