The Star Train's Journey Through the Heavens

Chapter 107 The Temptation of Tingyun

Soon, Fu Xuan opened his eyes.

"How is it?" Yu Kong asked anxiously.

“Based on the deductions from the Qiong Guan Formation, there are a few things that Tingyun said today that she would never have said before. In addition, although she is not much different from the Tingyun of the past in front of outsiders, her records of using the Jade Sign are quite different from before,” Fu Xuan said.

“So…” A hint of sadness appeared in Yu Kong’s eyes.

“It can be confirmed that this Tingyun is someone else in disguise, but whether it is the Great Lord of Annihilation, Huanlong, is uncertain,” Fu Xuan said.

"The merchant group's report mentioned that a starship was damaged. Could it be from that time?" After resolving the current problems with the immortal ship, Yu Kong decided to immediately send people to investigate the crash site of the starship. He wanted to find the person alive or dead!
"Let's assume she's the Great Lord of Annihilation, Huanlong. What's happening on the Immortal Ship is very much in line with her usual style. Luckily, our friends on the Starry Sky Train noticed, otherwise we would have been caught completely off guard," Jing Yuan said.

"Why don't we set a trap and capture him?" the air-riding man suggested aggressively.

“The envoy isn’t so easy to capture. Fortunately, our friends from the Starry Sky Train helped delay him, giving us ample time to plan. Fu Qing, I’m entrusting you with the plan to set up the trap and how to lure Huanlong into it. Make sure you are fully prepared. The situation has reversed; the enemy is in the open while we are in the dark. The hunter has suddenly become the hunted. I wonder what kind of expression the enemy will have then.” Jing Yun said to Fu Xuan with narrowed eyes.

Although it cannot be completely confirmed that she is the messenger of destruction, it is always right to think of the worst-case scenario, at most it will just waste some manpower and resources.

Compared to the safety of the fairy boat, it's not worth mentioning.

“It will take at least one or two days to set up a trap to capture the envoy,” Fu Xuan said.

“No rush. Let’s take this time to deal with another matter: the Star Core,” Jing Yuan said.

“When I activated the Qiong Guan Formation just now, I also used the information provided by the nameless guest as a guide to deduce some clues about the star core. The probability that the star core is in the Jianmu tree in the Lin Yuan Realm is 95%.” Fu Xuan’s expression was solemn. This probability was close to being confirmed.

"The fact that they were able to silently place the star core into the Jianmu tree sealed within the Scale Abyss Realm suggests that some of the dragon masters of the Chiming Clan have also gotten involved," Jing Yuan sighed. The Chiming Clan's autonomy and inability to reproduce are both troublesome.

"Isn't it rumored that only the Wisdom Dragon Lord can break the seal on the Jianmu tree?" Fu Xuan asked doubtfully.

“That’s true. However, each of those dragon masters has their own methods. With their combined efforts, it’s not impossible for them to open a gap and send the star core in,” Jing Yuan said.

"Bai Lu... can you break the seal on the Jianmu tree?" Fu Xuan suddenly realized a question.

Jing Yuan gently shook his head. He had been secretly watching Bai Lu and knew that she was incapable of doing this.

"Then how do we get in? With the strength of that seal, even you would have to use all your strength to break it, right? Such a commotion, with the fluctuations spreading out, would definitely alert Huanlong, making an ambush impossible. Why don't we deal with Huanlong first?" Fu Xuan suggested, frowning.

The Jianmu seal in Linyuan Realm has been continuously reinforced by generations of Dragon Lords, and the peak strength of a Dragon Lord can contend with the Commander for a short time, so the strength of the seal is unimaginable.

“The star core has appeared for several days now. If we delay any longer, something might happen, and we’ll have a hard time explaining it to the Alliance,” Jing Yuan said helplessly.

Are you deliberately watching the Jianmu tree flourish? Are you secretly yearning for abundance?

There will definitely be a lot of criticism then, and even he won't be able to withstand it.

“We can vouch for you,” Fu Xuan said.

"Thank you for your concern, Fu Qing, but don't worry, I have a way," Jing Yuan said with a soft laugh.

"What method?" Fu Xuan asked.

"It's really a good thing the Star Train arrived at this time," Jing Yuan exclaimed, feeling fortunate.

"You want to ask the Starry Sky Train for help? Can they break the seal on the Jianmu Tree?" Fu Xuan frowned.

"It seems I spoke too soon." Yu Kong felt somewhat embarrassed as he recalled his earlier refusal of the Starry Sky Train's help.

……

Yichen Inn.

Meng Huaifeng is using Ether Editor to analyze his remaining Soul Skills.

"Ding dong."

A notification sounded in my mind again.

Meng Huaifeng glanced at the message; it was from Tingyun again.

"Young man, I know a restaurant that's really good. Everyone raves about it. How about I take you there to try it?"

The title has been upgraded again!

When a beautiful woman takes the initiative to invite someone out, most people really can't refuse.

Unfortunately, I knew all along that you weren't human!

"That's such a pity. My companions and I have already had dinner. What's the name of the restaurant you mentioned? I'll go try it with everyone tomorrow," Meng Huaifeng replied.

"Huh? So early. #Disappointed#" Tingyun sent an emoji, and Meng Huaifeng seemed to see the little fox with droopy ears looking disappointed.

He shook his head violently. It was an illusion, all an illusion.

"Then why don't you accompany me shopping? A walk after dinner is good for your health. Xingchahai at night has a unique charm," Tingyun said again.

Meng Huaifeng was having a headache. What should he do? This guy was really targeting him.

"You haven't eaten yet, have you?" Meng Huaifeng decided to play the role of a straight man for once.

"To maintain my figure, I don't mind skipping a meal, but I'd much rather go shopping with you, handsome. #shy#" Tingyun replied.

Who can stand this?
But even if we can't hold on, we have to.

“Miss Tingyun’s figure is just right, she doesn’t need to lose weight at all. Just as you said before, for the sake of her health, Miss Tingyun should go eat first,” Meng Huaifeng said.

"Really? Do you like it?" Tingyun asked.

"I like it." This means I really like it.

"Hehe, then I'll go eat first, and I'll look for you again later," Tingyun said.

Meng Huaifeng rubbed his forehead and got up to look for Ji Zi.

Sure enough, not long after, Tingyun sent him another message.

"Pictures, pictures, pictures..."

When Meng Huaifeng saw it, his eyes widened immediately, and the phone he had intended to show Ji Zi quietly tilted to the side.

"What did she send you?" Himeko asked with a half-smile.

"It's nothing." Meng Huaifeng chuckled dryly, looking down at his phone, avoiding eye contact with Ji Zi.

“These are my private photos, do you like them, little brother?” Tingyun asked.

"I like it, it's good-looking, I love watching it," Meng Huaifeng said honestly.

“You were the first one to see him, little brother. Do you believe in love at first sight?” Tingyun asked.

“I only believe in lust at first sight,” Meng Huaifeng said.

"I love your honesty, brother," Tingyun said.

“I’ve been wanting to say this for a while now, I should be younger than you,” Meng Huaifeng said.

On the other side, Tingyun froze, gripping her phone tightly.

"Considering the lifespan of fox people, I am only equivalent to a dozen years old in an ordinary human," Tingyun said.

"Pictures, pictures, pictures." Tingyun sent a few more photos.

Himeko narrowed her eyes. Huaifeng's heart was beating so fast. What were they talking about?
Even though the person on the other side isn't really Tingyun, the thought of it being Jue Mie Dajun makes me even more excited. What should I do?
"Want to see more? I took a lot more photos," Tingyun tempted.

"You're so sexy," Meng Huaifeng couldn't help but say.

She's such a vixen; her disguise is so convincing.

“They only sent it to you. How about coming out to the night market with me? It’s so boring being home alone,” Tingyun said.

Meng Huaifeng fell into deep thought. He had already refused two or three times. Would refusing again make her suspicious or angry?
After all, she took the initiative.

If you really piss her off, she'll risk exposing her identity and attacking you.

"Sister Ji Zi, should I agree to her request? Even if I don't agree this time, what if she keeps making excuses later? If I keep refusing, she'll definitely become suspicious. It's better to agree this time to keep her calm. After all, she shouldn't target me before she achieves her goal. The plan to destroy the Immortal Ship should be more important than me, right?" Meng Huaifeng said to Ji Zi.

"Maybe you're more important to her? Did you take the things I gave you? Don't put them in your train ticket," Himeko reminded him.

“I brought it with me,” Meng Huaifeng said.

“Then go ahead, I’ll be preparing.” Himeko said.

Meng Huaifeng made up his mind and replied, "Okay, where are you?"

"Young man, you're not familiar with Xingchahai, so let me come find you. See you later. Pictures, pictures." Tingyun sent a few more photos.

Meng Huaifeng walked out of the room and ran into Sanyueqi. "Huaifeng, I was wondering why I couldn't find you in the room. So you were with Sister Jizi. Let's go have a pillow fight!" Sanyueqi said, pulling Meng Huaifeng along.

"I'm sorry, March, I have some things to do. Maybe next time," Meng Huaifeng said apologetically to March 7.

"What are you going to do?" March 7th asked.

“See Tingyun,” Meng Huaifeng said.

"Huh? Huaifeng, you haven't really been bewitched by that vixen, have you? No way, I want to go too!" March 7th exclaimed, his eyes wide.

"March, you'd better not go," Himeko said, pulling March Seven aside.

"Sister Himeko!" March 7th stamped her feet, looking at Meng Huaifeng's departing figure with some resentment.

"Don't worry, it's not what you think." Himeko patted March Seven's head.

"Okay," March 7th said with a pout.

Himeko frowned slightly. If she wanted to probe for information, she could take her time. Why rush things? Something just didn't feel right.

……

Xingcha Harbor.

Jing Yuan personally led a group of people to the Starry Sky Train.

"Returning to the same old place, you're not even willing to get off the train and take a look?" Jing Yuan said to the Starry Sky Train, his voice filled with mixed emotions.

The doors of the Starry Sky Train opened, and Dan Heng stepped out, his gaze towards Jing Yuan calm and peaceful.

"I have been forbidden from setting foot in Luofu," Dan Heng said.

Jing Yuan squinted, then slowly opened his eyes: "Are you blaming me?"

"The general was simply acting in accordance with the law and is not blaming anyone," Dan Heng shook his head.

After Danheng broke free from the strange cycle of wondering whether he was Danfeng, he saw through many things.

Being exiled is infinitely better than being imprisoned.

It was no easy feat for him, who possessed half of the Luofu Dragon Lord's legacy, to be exiled.

Jing Yuan has exhausted all his efforts to mediate for him.

He is the reincarnation of Danfeng, inheriting his cause and reaping his consequences. He no longer runs away, but he also firmly believes that he is not him.

Jing Yuan looked at the calm Dan Heng and a smile appeared on his lips: "It seems you've figured it out."

The old Danheng would never have been like this. The first thing he would have said when he saw me before was probably, "I am not him."

"May I ask what brings you here, General?" Dan Heng asked.

"You should know about the Star Core, right?" Jing Yuan asked.

“I know, Huaifeng has already told me.” Danheng nodded.

"I need your help to break the seal on the Scale Abyss Realm," Jing Yuan said bluntly.

"I have found a way to restore the Dragon Lord's legacy to its completeness. This is why I came to Luofu. You can bring the current Dragon Lord here, and I will help her perfect the Dragon Lord's legacy so that she can break the seal of the Scale Abyss Realm," Dan Heng said.

"How long will it take?" Jing Yuan was somewhat surprised, not expecting that the Starry Sky Train had come to the Immortal Ship for this very reason.

It must have been him who brought it up. Jing Yuan looked at Dan Heng with some relief.

"Initial results can be seen in just a few days, and full recovery will be achieved in less than a month," Dan Heng said.

"There's not enough time." Jing Yuan shook his head. "We'll still need your help."

“Okay.” Dan Heng did not hesitate. The problem with Jianmu should be handled by the Dragon Lord. Although he was not the Dragon Lord of Luofu, he carried the Dragon Lord’s inheritance.

“However, the ban…” Dan Heng frowned slightly.

Jing Yuan smiled helplessly. This guy was really taking advantage of him, and he still harbored some resentment.

But it's not bad either; Danheng looks much more vibrant now.

“In the name of General Luofu, I hereby rescind your exile order. Are you satisfied now? However, your contribution in breaking the seal on the Jianmu tree and assisting me in sealing the star core will not be counted,” Jing Yuan said.

"That's enough." Dan Heng chuckled, another worry on his mind resolved.

“Let’s go. We haven’t seen the scenery of Lin Yuan Realm for hundreds of years since then,” Jing Yuan couldn’t help but sigh again.

Danheng ignored the old man's melancholy and stepped off the train.

"Welcome back, Dragon Lord!"

The people Jingyuan brought knelt on the ground, looking at him with eager eyes.

Dan Heng's face immediately darkened. Walter pushed up his glasses and silently took a picture.

This familiar scene actually happened.

“They were all your followers hundreds of years ago. Time flies, and most of them have entered the cycle of reincarnation, leaving only them,” Jing Yuan said.

"We are not alone after all, and I am only getting off the train to help; I will not become the Dragon Lord of Luofu. I will return to the train after the Star Core issue is resolved," Dan Heng declared.

"I know, I know. Just consider it fulfilling the old folks' long-cherished wish," Jing Yuan quickly said.

……

The center of Xingchahai.

"Brother Huaifeng, over here! Over here!"

Meng Huaifeng walked out of the inn and soon saw Tingyun waving enthusiastically at him.

"Miss Tingyun is really energetic. I remember you just got back from a business trip. Aren't you tired?" Meng Huaifeng asked with a hint of helplessness.

"A little bit, but just thinking about you makes me feel completely refreshed," Tingyun said, her eyes sparkling.

She is the Great Lord of Annihilation, she is Illusion.

Meng Huaifeng kept reminding himself.

Tingyun tried to take Meng Huaifeng's hand, but Meng Huaifeng subtly dodged it.

The two walked down a brightly lit street.

"This is Yexuan Street, the liveliest street in the entire Xingchahai Central Hub. See that teahouse over there? It's called Never-Night House. The storyteller there is very famous, and many people from other places come to listen to his stories. It's a pity there are no storytellers at this time."

"This is Redemption Pavilion, the largest jewelry store. All the jewelry inside is original design, leading the fashion trend in Luofu. There's also a small night market in front, with lots of Xianzhou specialty snacks. Let's go try some."

Meng Huaifeng, like a blockhead, answered each question with a single sentence, while Tingyun could only keep talking, fully utilizing her charming and tactful persona to try and keep her words flowing, causing the atmosphere to become quiet.

However, it must be said that, listening to Tingyun's introduction, he really seemed like a local.

As I wandered around, there were fewer and fewer people around.

Meng Huaifeng sensed something was wrong and hurriedly said, "Miss Tingyun, it's getting late, we should go back."

"Does Brother Huaifeng really dislike being with Tingyun that much?" Tingyun was on the verge of tears.

“How could that be? Of course I like you very much,” Meng Huaifeng said.

“Then accompany me for another walk. There’s a park ahead with beautiful scenery. It’s a popular dating spot for couples. What do you think people do there?” Tingyun asked.

"Alright, let's walk around some more then." Meng Huaifeng wanted to see what this fake Tingyun was really up to.

It became increasingly remote, and there was no one else around.

Tingyun suddenly stopped, moved closer to Meng Huaifeng, and slowly reached out her hand, wanting to press it on Meng Huaifeng's chest as she had done on the Star Chariot.

Meng Huaifeng, who had been on guard all along, could not accept that Tingyun would place his fatal hand on his chest, such a vital spot, and took a step back.

"Hehehe~" Tingyun covered her mouth and chuckled softly.

"Brother Huaifeng seems to be very wary of me all this time?" Tingyun said with a smile in her eyes.

Unlike his previous laughs, this one was the kind of laugh that seemed to be looking at a toy.

"There's nothing I can do. In my hometown, there's a common phenomenon called 'honey trap.' A woman invites a man out, very proactively, and then a few burly men will jump out and blackmail him, extorting money from him. The man has no choice but to accept the situation," Meng Huaifeng said with a wry smile, trying to brush it off.

(End of this chapter)