Ruan Feng's breath hitched, feeling the demonic voice surging in his mind. Despite struggling to believe it, he said, "Old Wang, what did you say!"

Wang Guoping calmly said, "Seventeen, tell me, what are the chances that after we become friends, I will take you by surprise and cut off your head?"

Before Ruan Feng could answer, he chuckled.

“But I won’t do that. I was told to ‘be your friend, get close to you, and understand you.’”

Ruan Feng bared his teeth and glared: "You're in cahoots with them!"

Wang Guoping nodded: "Not only that, they're the ones who called me here."

Ruan Feng unleashed a murderous aura that was enough to terrify anyone, even blurring his figure: "You little brat, I'll kill you!"

Wang Guoping, however, remained unusually calm: "The reason I called them here is to reveal the truth that you've been unwilling to face for years."

"The one who's long been tired of living is yourself!"

The murderous aura suddenly dissipated, and Ruan Feng remained silent, like a statue.

Wang Guoping looked at him calmly: "Seventeen, if I said anything wrong, don't hold back, just slap me to death."

Ruan Feng remained silent.

Wang Guoping continued, "Finding your weakness and bringing you back is my mission. I am willing to die at any time for this goal. I will do whatever it takes to complete it. There is nothing that can make me hesitate or waver."

"At the same time, even if this task fails, it won't put any pressure on me. I am the best version of myself right now. Do you know how I did it? Hey, I gave up my own life."

Ruan Feng remained silent.

Wang Guoping explained slowly, "Aren't you curious why those kids were so calm in front of you? Because they, like me, have given up on themselves, completely given up!"

"Seventeen, you can do it too. Give it a try. Once you get over this hurdle, you'll feel incredibly relaxed."

The voice of Seventeen echoed the curse in his mind, plunging Ruan Feng into utter bewilderment.

Going back to the beginning, he was not a vicious person. He became sworn brothers with Wugensheng and others because they shared the same ideals.

His original wish was simply to live a little longer.

Unexpectedly, he actually learned the Six Treasures Immortal Thief technique and gained a lifespan far longer than he had imagined.

However, a problem arose: he discovered that he did not have the strength to bear this life.

That wasn't the power to split mountains and shatter the earth, to burn the sky and boil the sea, but the power to persevere and survive.

He was enveloped in endless emptiness, and only cannibalism could give him a little excitement and a sense of being alive. So he ate more than one person.

Each release of his cannibalistic desires brought him immense satisfaction, but each subsequent release brought him immense pain.

The people Wugensheng befriended, those heroic sworn brothers, turned out to be a man-eating monster.

Wang Guoping's voice still echoed: "You've had a tough time all this time, haven't you? You haven't truly lived all these years, you've just been enduring. If you could endure it, why did you come out of the snow mountain?"

"Who did you associate with in the past? Outstanding talents from all walks of life! Who do you associate with now? You even consider me, a despicable liar, your best friend!"

"How interesting, having a perfect body that is almost immortal, only to find that you don't have the heart to bear it, and you are defeated by loneliness, right?"

Ruan Feng clenched his fists, his whole body trembling.

Wang Guoping laughed and said, "Want to hold on a little longer? No problem, just kill us."

Tao Shangong and the others gathered around.

Wang Guoping pointed at himself: "I've lied to you for three years, so I must be the most hateful one. Kill me first."

"Hoo~Hoo~"

Nguyen Phuong was panting heavily.

Wang Guoping stared at him calmly: "Sigh, after you kill us, you must take care of yourself. Others will appear in your life in unexpected ways. At the same time, you will face a problem: you must ensure that you have the willpower to face a long life, otherwise..."

"Your end will likely be in the most humiliating way for a spiritual practitioner. Seventeen, I truly don't want you to commit suicide!"

……

The coastline of Nathan Island.

Perched atop the cliff, overlooking the surrounding area.

“A few Asians have come in here. Wait, they’re carrying identification; they’re from the observer group.”

As Ishikawa Shin and his group landed on the island, the sea breeze made Ishikawa Ken's robes flutter: "It felt like I was being watched by many eyes."

His fiancée, Yagyu Aiko, smiled and said, "It seems like a long-awaited battle could break out at any moment."

A short, androgynous companion spoke up: "Young master, young lady, please don't relax too much. This is, after all, a dangerous and treacherous place!"

"Rinqing, how many times have I told you not to call me 'Young Master'? When are you going to stop?"

Ringo, neither male nor female, blushed and remained silent.

"Thank you very much, Mr. Ron."

Shin Ishikawa assured the person on the other end of the phone, "In my capacity as the head of the Ishikawa school and the president of the Fish Dragon Association, I assure you that we will not take any unnecessary actions on the island, except for that gentleman."

After hanging up the phone, Kenjiro Ishikawa said, "Father, is it really necessary? You came to a place like this in person for that gentleman."

Ishikawa Shin laughed and said, "Ken, there is a saying in China, 'A thousand pieces of gold can buy a horse's bones.' Besides, I have known that gentleman for a long time, and he is not some dead skeleton."

His gaze drifted: "If only back then... Alas! He should have been that gentleman's disciple."

Upon hearing this, both Ishikawa Kenjiro and Yagyu Aiko's expressions changed.

That gentleman is a legend in the world of Sakura's supernatural beings, the sword saint of our time!
All of Ishikawa Shin's titles combined do not carry as much weight as "that gentleman's disciple".

Ishikawa Shin shook his head: "Mochizuki Satoru, the successor of the Mochizuki family, Satoru and his ancestors were outstanding individuals. I will not abandon him!"

Turning to Ishikawa Ken: "Ken, you are my son, and you will inherit everything from me in the future. You must have a long-term vision!"

Ishikawa Ken bowed his head to receive the instruction, his heart heavy with reverence, not only for his father's admonition but also for what he had just heard.

The phrase "almost became that gentleman's disciple" no longer needs any deliberate emphasis.

Upon entering the island, after casually dismissing a few islanders who tried to stop him, Mochizuki Satoru leaned against a rock, calmly gazing at the scene.

Ishikawa Shin exclaimed excitedly, "Satoru, you know why I came!"

"Of course I know. You're really stubborn, even though you've refused more than once."

"But at least Nathan was safe back then! Now, the Forest Kingdom is doomed, it's only a matter of time before it perishes. Do you want to go down with it?"

Gazing at the moon, he understood but remained silent.

Ishikawa Shin said in a deep voice, "You said that your Nasen Guard was inspired by the divine tree, but you can also make your own judgments."

He looked slightly agitated.

"Others are willing to swear allegiance to King Nathan, which is admirable, but you should be an exception!"

"Don't forget why you left your homeland as a branch of the Moon Gazing Clan."

"Your ancestor refused too many summons, and left to avoid the important figures who wanted your loyalty, didn't he?"

"The army your ancestors served was known as the strongest. Your Mochizuki clan, even if it meant leaving your homeland, was committed to upholding this loyalty. But now you are pledging allegiance to a young girl. Do you intend to betray the wishes of your ancestors?" Ishikawa Shin opened his arms: "Come back! Satoru! This world has changed. There are no more great generals, and no one can force your Mochizuki clan to pledge allegiance to anyone!"

"It's okay if you don't want to join the Fish-Dragon Society. You don't need to be loyal to anyone anymore. Just be loyal to yourself. Live freely as Mochizuki Satoru and let the Mochizuki clan prosper again!"

Watching Ishikawa Shin's passionate persuasion, Ringo behind him exclaimed with admiration, "So cool, Chairman!"

Ken Ishikawa chuckled, "Ringo, it's not that bad."

Yagyu Aiko was sweating profusely: "Uh... what's with this period drama-like development?"

Mochizuki Satoru calmly looked at Ishikawa Shin.

"Since we're an observation team, let's go see Wang and grab my hand."

Ishikawa Shin was somewhat helpless, unsure how much of Mochizuki Satoru's words had been heeded.

Holding hands, Mochizuki Satoru activated his teleportation ability, and the group arrived at the foot of the palace, but King Nathan was meeting with others.

Inside the palace, on the throne, a woman knelt on one knee: "Your Majesty, although my strength is weak, if it cannot be avoided, I will fight with all my might. My husband's spirit in heaven and I will surely protect you!"

The woman looked on with reverence, and the old man beside her couldn't help but laugh.

The Valkyrie, one of the Nine Guardians, angrily rebuked.

"What are you laughing at, you old man!"

Li Muxuan laughed loudly: "You don't know anything! Watching your granddaughter sit on the throne like a little adult, watching your daughter pledge allegiance to your daughter, a king? Haha!"

The Valkyrie roared in fury: "I've put up with you for far too long!"

King Nathan waved his hand: "Forget it, this Mr. Li has never had the awareness of being a Nathan Islander. After all, in his homeland, he was a lawless person, I think his name was Quanxing."

The woman became agitated: "Father, this is the king! How can you be so rude!"

Li Muxuan glanced at her: "I've lived a dissolute life, how come I gave birth to this thing like you? You don't even resemble your mother. Alright, you insisted on making me look at the child, and I've done it. It's time to go."

"Father, you cannot leave! The King needs your strength now!"

Li Muxuan didn't even turn his head: "All things in the world are born between heaven and earth, and naturally have a beginning and an end. If the forest kingdom, which has been passed down for so many years, will perish if I am not there, then let it perish."

As Li Muxuan walked out of the royal court, he ran into Mochizuki Satoru and the others. They didn't greet each other, except for Ishikawa Shin, who gave him a few extra glances.

This old man is not Nathanwei.

However, the heavy aura emanating from him gave off a powerful feeling that made him feel immense pressure.

I'm a little puzzled. When did this person appear on Nathan Island?

Kenichi Ishikawa sensed something: "Father, this man is terrifying!"

Even Mochizuki Satoru couldn't give him this feeling.

……

A lush green island breaks the monotony of the scenery, the roar of helicopters echoes between the sea and sky, and the sea below ripples gently.

Zhang Huaidan and his group looked down at Nathan Island through the porthole.

Zhang Chulan exclaimed, "We've finally arrived. It looks no different from any other island."

Zhang Huaidan gazed into the distance, as if taking in the entire Nathan Island. Baron, standing beside him, subconsciously looked him over. Although Baron's gaze wasn't directed at him, it gave Baron the feeling that his secret had been exposed.

But the moment he had this feeling, it vanished as if it were just a wishful illusion.

Zhang Chulan asked, "Brother Dan, have you found anything?"

Zhang Huaidan remained silent, but Feng Baobao suddenly poked her head out and stared intently into his eyes.

"Zhang Huaidan, in your eyes..."

Zhang Huaidan withdrew her gaze and met Feng Baobao's eyes with a hint of surprise.

Feng Baobao blinked: "That's all..."

Zhang Chulan and Baron were baffled: "Sister Bao'er, what's gone?"

Feng Baobao tilted her head and shook it, leaving Zhang Chulan and Baron speechless.

She had just sensed that Zhang Huaidan's eyes had changed, but she couldn't describe exactly what was different.

Zhang Huaidan smiled. He had just used his supernatural ability of "Fiery Eyes" to observe Nathan Island, but he didn't expect Feng Baobao to have noticed it.

Now his body is fully tempered, and his control over power has reached a new level.

It can be said that its brilliance is concealed and its sharpness is restrained.

Even if Tang Miaoxing and the others were present, they would not be able to observe the golden flames in his eyes again.

At most, it would be like Barron, creating some vague and unreal impressions, but I didn't expect Feng Baobao to be able to feel it directly.

The group didn't dwell on the minor details, and the helicopter slowly descended towards the beach.

Zhang Huaidan felt a little heavy-hearted.

Just now, when I used my supernatural powers to observe, the entire Nathan Island was shrouded in a strange energy field. Since it was only on the outer edge, even with my supernatural powers, I couldn't distinguish between good and bad.

There is only one thing that is beyond doubt!
The previous Heavenly Sensation indicated that the fluctuations of consciousness emanating from Nathan Island suggested the existence of something on the island that could break through the barrier between Heaven and Man!
The helicopter landed on the beach, the porthole opened, and everyone stepped onto the soft sand.

The moment the body touched Nathan Island, a very faint wave of consciousness swept over it, like a rigid program executing a fixed task.

Zhang Chulan and the others were completely unaware, but Feng Baobao glanced around.

She seemed somewhat confused, but couldn't discern whether it was a fluctuation of thought.

Zhang Huaidan not only clearly felt it, but the wave of intent that swept over him seemed to come alive the moment it touched him.

It was as if a search program that had been running for a thousand years had finally found the answer it was looking for.

In an instant, the subtle fluctuations came in layers, transforming into a murmuring sound.

"here……"

"here……"

'Shh~~'

The electronic equipment on the helicopter was making strange noises.

Zhang Chulan's expression changed slightly: "Brother Dan, Baron, Sister Bao'er, did you hear that? It sounds like something is talking in your ear."

Barron was startled: "I have no idea what they're talking about."

The two looked at each other in surprise; the voice sounded like the soliloquy of a mental patient, ringing right against their eardrums.

There is no logic to it, and its meaning is incomprehensible.

And the strangest thing is that if you don't listen carefully, the sound will be relatively clear, but once you concentrate, the sound will immediately become weaker.

Zhang Chulan felt a chill run down his spine.

"Damn it, Nathan Island is really weird!" (End of Chapter)

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