Misery: There is a pawn shop here

Chapter 208 Two Bridges Appear Simultaneously
On the desolate wilderness, Tan Wuyu, returning empty-handed, is blocked by a mysterious cultivator, who leads him to the Six Extremes Heavenly Bridge, a mysterious realm of high status in the martial arts world.

Faced with the invitation, Tan Wuyu was puzzled and asked, "It is said that only those whose cultivation and temperament have reached a certain level can enter the Holy Land through the Six Extremes Heavenly Bridge. I have only heard of its great reputation, but I have never had the honor of going. I wonder what the purpose of this invitation is?"

Stepping forward, Bu Nanji's starry eyes flashed with a sharp light: "Sir, there is no need for such modesty. Our presence here concerns the future of the martial world, and the details are far-reaching, too numerous for us to fully explain here. Sir, you only need to follow us onto the Heavenly Bridge, and you will meet the Bridge Master. At that time, all doubts will be dispelled."

"Hmm? Okay, then I'll trouble you."

The Six Extremes Sky Bridge is indeed a mysterious place in the martial arts world. Now that it has appeared in the martial arts world, Tan Wuyu is also curious about its purpose. Seeing that Tan Wuyu agreed, Tai Cixin and Bu Nanji exchanged a glance and simultaneously activated their magic. Amidst the sea of ​​clouds and the sky opening up with strange light, a bridge with golden light and auspicious clouds appeared above the nine heavens.

Tai Cixin and Bu Nanji simultaneously raised their hands and invited, "Sir, please come with us to the Sky Bridge."

"Thank you for your trouble." Tan Wuyu straightened his robes and was about to step onto the bridge steps when suddenly, the sky and clouds on half of the horizon changed color! The originally clear twilight was suddenly swallowed by dark clouds, thunder rumbled, and lightning flashed, tearing open another bridge in the void opposite the Six Extremes Sky Bridge!
The bridge was pitch black, its body shrouded in a chilling aura of death. Each step seemed to be cast from ancient black iron, exuding an aura that kept the living at bay.

"Hmm?" Tai Cixin and Bu Nanji's expressions immediately became extremely serious, and they each circulated their true energy to prepare. At the same time, a gentle voice came from the Six Extremes Heavenly Bridge.

"It seems you're deliberately obstructing the suspension bridge."

"That's a rather biased statement. You invite your guests, and I also have the right to extend invitations to others."

Atop the Broken Bridge, a somber yet mocking male voice rang out: "That's a rather biased statement. You invite your guests, and I naturally have the right to extend invitations to others." The voice paused, then turned to Tan Wuyu. "Tan Wuyu, the Broken Bridge is equally aware of the matter the Six Extremes Sky Bridge seeks your explanation. However, on my Broken Bridge, your doubts can be answered more thoroughly and genuinely. Now, do you still insist on ascending the Six Extremes Sky Bridge?"

"This..." Tan Wuyu had not expected that things would take such a turn. The Six Extremes Heavenly Bridge was already famous in the martial arts world, attracting countless people to yearn for and follow it. But the Broken Extremes Suspension Bridge was unknown to him. Judging from its behavior, it was probably the opposite of the Six Extremes Heavenly Bridge.

"Hesitating? If you refuse this time, it won't be so easy to climb the Broken Bridge next time. Perhaps the talented Yue will have to think it over carefully?"

"Oh dear, I never imagined that I, Tan, would be so sought after." Tan Wuyu looked at the two distinct sky bridges in the sea of ​​clouds and said, "It seems that you two are looking for me for the same thing, and you must be acquaintances."

"Oh?" The voice of the Broken Bridge Master carried a hint of surprise. "How does the Moon Talented Scholar know this?"

"This atmosphere of confrontation yet tacit understanding is all too familiar to me." Tan Wuyu raised an eyebrow, his words carrying a deeper meaning. "Since you two have sought me out for the same matter, why not be frank and discuss it together?"

Upon hearing this, both sky bridges fell into a brief silence. After a moment, a long sigh echoed from the Six Extremes Sky Bridge: "So be it..."

Before the words were finished, two soft golden beams of light shone down from the top of the bridge, enveloping Tai Cixin and Bu Nanji. The two were involuntarily lifted into the air and guided back to the Six Extremes Sky Bridge. At the same time, the light of the Six Extremes Sky Bridge gradually dimmed and slowly disappeared into the sea of ​​clouds.

"Mr. Tan, this is not the time for conversation. I will apologize to you another day. Farewell." The voice of the Six Extremes Sky Bridge Master faded into the distance. Tan Wuyu saw this and inwardly cried out in alarm. He turned sharply to look at the Broken Extremes Suspension Bridge, only to see that the dark bridge was also beginning to dissipate at the same time.

"Choosing neither means you are rejecting the invitation from the Broken Bridge." The Broken Bridge Master's voice carried a hint of coldness. "Talented Moon, you may not have the same opportunity to cross this bridge again next time."

The moment the words fell, the Broken Bridge vanished completely into the thunderstorm, leaving Tan Wuyu standing alone in the wilderness, facing the empty sky. The new faces and forces that had suddenly appeared in the martial world made him feel extremely troubled.

"The Broken Bridge, the Six Extremes Sky Bridge..." Tan Wuyu murmured, his fingertips unconsciously tapping his temples. "At this time, such a mysterious force has emerged in the martial arts world. Is it a blessing or a curse?"

He recalled the conversation between the two bridge owners and their discussion of the "future situation of the martial arts world," and his doubts deepened. "And what exactly is the issue they care about?"

"This is really troublesome. This matter should give you a headache. Now that your injury has healed, get back to work as soon as possible."

……

At the summit of the Six Extremes Sky Bridge, shrouded in mist, a simple and ancient jade pavilion was hidden among the clouds. Tai Cixin and Bu Nanji stood outside the pavilion with their heads bowed, facing the mysterious phantom that appeared and disappeared within the pavilion, their expressions respectful yet tinged with trepidation.

“Bridge Master,” Tai Cixin spoke first, her voice filled with self-reproach, “it is my incompetence that I failed to bring Tan Wuyu onto the bridge. Please punish me, Bridge Master.”

The phantom in the pavilion swayed gently, and a calm voice rang out: "There is no need to be so nervous. The appearance of the Broken Bridge at this time was unexpected, and it is not your fault."

Phantom paused, a hint of complexity in her voice, "Besides, the obstruction of the Broken Bridge cannot ultimately change our predetermined course. You two need not worry about it, rest assured."

"Yes," Tai Cixin and Bu Nanji replied in unison, feeling somewhat relieved. Bu Nanji couldn't help but ask, "Bridge Master, should we find another opportunity to explain the 'divine artifact matter' to Tan Wuyu?"

Phantom was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "No need. This matter is far-reaching, and the timing is not yet ripe. I have my own plans for how to proceed. You two have been traveling for days and must be tired. You should go and rest."

"Yes, we take our leave." The two bowed again before turning and leaving, their footsteps gradually disappearing into the mist.

Inside the jade pavilion, a mysterious phantom stood alone above the sea of ​​clouds, gazing in the direction where Tan Wuyu had disappeared, muttering to itself with a hint of melancholy and helplessness in its voice: "My friend... why do you always have to do the opposite of what I do at such crucial moments?"

(End of this chapter)