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Looking at the two of them, Wu Qiu finally sighed, raised his head and looked at the Thousand Rock Army over there, "Get out of here, or you'll die!"

Chapter 174: Selfish? Guardian

Qian Yanjun and his men left, in a great hurry. Even at the very end, Wu Qiu could see the captain's astonished eyes. Perhaps, in his heart, Wu Qiu and the others' actions were incomprehensible, utterly absurd.

Once everyone had left, Wu Qiu loosened the rope and let the suspension bridge fall. This way, at least they wouldn't have to worry about the Thousand Rock Army coming again, saving them a lot of trouble.

"Let's go, don't think about it too much, you did a great job."

Ying patted Wu Qiu on the shoulder and smiled. Everyone smiled approvingly at Wu Qiu; in their eyes, Wu Qiu's actions were right, definitely better than killing these people directly.

"Alright, let's continue. Jueyun Pass is just ahead. According to the map Grandpa Li gave us, we still have a long way to go."

Feng Shan Jueyun spoke, and everyone nodded, continuing their journey. They were heading to the very center of Jueyun Realm, where they had heard there was a massive Immortal-Seeking Platform, where seeking immortality was most likely to succeed.

The Jueyun Pass is vast, incredibly vast. They walked for a long time, but it was much easier than expected. They encountered no danger along the way, and everyone chatted and laughed.

However, what worried Wu Qiu was Wu Xiang Feng Zai. He hadn't made a sound for a long time, and even after calling him several times, there was no response. Wu Qiu guessed that it might be because of the True Lord of Moon-Shaving and Sun-Building. This immortal, whose strength was at least level seventy, might not necessarily be stronger than Xiao in combat, but one thing was certain: in terms of methods, he was definitely much better than the guardian yaksha who focused on fighting.

Soon, they crossed a canyon, walked through misty mountains, and finally arrived at a huge space.

The place was surrounded by mountains, with clouds and mist everywhere, and the road was very difficult to travel. If they hadn't had a map, they wouldn't know when they would have arrived.

And now, they have arrived here. And in the center stands a huge platform, looking magnificent and imposing.

"This place... is so magnificent."

Paimon exclaimed in amazement, and everyone's mouths dropped open. They had never seen such a scene before; it truly resembled a fairyland.

"These clouds smell so good, so comforting."

Shuangxue sniffed, excitedly tugging at Wu Qiu's finger. She looked at him expectantly, asking, "How is it? Doesn't it smell wonderful?"

Wu Qiu smiled slightly and patted her head. "You should know that the air you breathe is different for someone who is 1.8 meters tall and someone who is 1.6 meters tall."

Shuangxue was taken aback, then her face turned red. "You're not allowed to say I'm short!"

She looked at Wu Qiu with a slightly aggrieved expression. Before Wu Qiu could say anything, Paimon couldn't help but laugh first.

"Paimon, you seem shorter."

Ying turned to look at Paimon speechlessly. Paimon, however, put his hands on his hips and said, "It's different. I can fly."

"Ugh... I'm so envious."

Frost looked at Paimon with envy. Paimon said proudly, "Want to learn? I'll teach you."

Shuangxue's eyes lit up. "Is that okay?"

“Of course.” Paimon nodded. Wu Qiu and the others also looked over curiously. After all, everyone wanted to fly, and they really wanted to hear about it.

"First do it this way, then do it that way, and finally do it this way again."

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Everyone was speechless at being tricked. But the atmosphere was getting better and better. Just as everyone was walking and chatting, a yellow light suddenly flashed on the platform.

"Who is making such a racket here, disturbing the pure cultivation of this True Monarch?"

It was a truly awe-inspiring sound; you couldn't tell where it came from just by listening. It was as if it were coming from all directions at once, incredibly powerful, and it struck right at your soul.

However, as soon as the words were spoken, Wu Qiu and the others saw a figure. A deer appeared out of thin air on the platform.

This deer is very similar to the True Lord of Moon-Cut Yang in Wu Qiu's mind, but the feeling it gives is completely different.

Rather than calling him an immortal, it's more accurate to describe him as a divine beast, a true divine beast. Every movement exudes boundless majesty, and his eyes, devoid of pupils yet radiating golden light, are shrouded in mystery.

"Is this what an immortal is?! They actually came out on their own!"

Paimon exclaimed in surprise. Fengshan Jueyun shouted even louder, "Holy crap! There really are immortals here! Grandpa Li really tricked me. If I had known about this place earlier, would all my wishes have been fulfilled?!"

The True Lord of the Moon-Cut Sun turned to look at the Cloud-Slaying Peak and said, "You should thank your grandfather. If you had come here and made those wishes, you would never have been able to go back."

Feng Shan Jueyun's body trembled, but he then spoke up: "No, you know?"

“Of course.” True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang spoke calmly, “The entire Jueyun Realm is under my control, and I know everything that happens there.”

"So that means you knew we were attacked on the bridge?"

Wu Qiu asked. True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang nodded, "Yes, I have seen your performance, and that is why I came to see you."

"I am the Three-Eyed Five-Manifestation Immortal, the True Lord of Carving the Moon and Building the Sun. Human, state the purpose of your visit."

The True Lord of Moon-Cut-and-Sun-Building has made it very clear: I am here to see you because your previous actions were worthwhile. But whether or not I will help you depends on your purpose for coming here.

Seeing that the immortal was quite easy to talk to, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. Wu Qiu also felt a weight lifted from his heart.

Aside from Xiao, the three immortals who are known as Moonshaker, Watershaker, Mountainshaker, and Cloudshaker are the most famous. After all, he had the most explosive temper from the beginning and wanted to suppress Liyue. Later, he told the story of Ganyu in the Ganyu story. Although he is not very popular, he is much more well-known than the other two.

However, Wu Qiu immediately went to find True Lord Xiaoyue Zhuyang. The reason was simple: True Lord Xiaoyue Zhuyang was the most benevolent and kind immortal in the story. Wu Qiu had seen this on the stone tablet in the game, so he came.

It seems that True Lord Xiaoyue Zhuyang is indeed very easy to talk to. That's enough. Wu Qiu and the others didn't come for fame or fortune, so it's believed that True Lord Xiaoyue Zhuyang won't refuse them.

“True Lord, it’s like this, my friend has contracted a… illness, let’s call it an illness. We’ve met with the Great Sage Who Subdues Demons, and he said that if he wants a cure, he can only come to you.”

Ying stepped forward and spoke. She didn't know Wu Qiu's situation, so she could only recount what had happened.

Upon hearing this, True Lord Xiaoyue Zhuyang was somewhat surprised. "Oh! Such a thing has happened."

As he spoke, he stepped forward and looked at Wu Qiu. The light in the eyes of the Moon-Cut Yang True Monarch shone brighter, as if he were examining or confirming something.

After a while, True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang shook his head. "Sure enough, even I can't see anything."

Wu Qiu's heart skipped a beat. But then True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang spoke up, "However, it's not a split in spirit. They belong to the same spiritual consciousness and are under control. You should be able to control him to some extent."

Wu Qiu was taken aback. "That's right! Why have I always been thinking about fighting against it? It's clearly a consciousness in control, so why can't I control it?"

But then another problem arises: "But I can't control him. He seems to have developed his own consciousness."

Wu Qiu spoke. The True Monarch of the Moon-Cut Sun shook his head. "No, to be precise, it can't be entirely said that way. Perhaps it was as you thought at first, but now, has the other half of consciousness ceased to appear?"

Wu Qiu nodded. "Yes, things have been normal during this period, and it hasn't happened again."

The True Lord of Moon-Shaping and Sun-Building nodded. "Perhaps, by now you no longer have any differences in consciousness. Although you are separated on both sides, you are roughly the same. However, compared to you now, I see a more authentic side in him."

"what?"

Wu Qiu stepped forward. The True Monarch of the Moon-Cut Sun spoke, “Selfish protection.”

“Selfish protection? What does that mean?” Wu Qiu didn’t understand. True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang shook his head. “Your situation is very special, and I can’t make a decision right now. However, you no longer have any so-called differences. There is only one thing that makes you unable to get along, and that is that he is fulfilling the contract hidden deep in your heart.”

"This contract signifies both selfishness and protection."

Chapter 175: The Maze

“I can help you and give you the opportunity to truly confront him. But it takes you, you have to defeat him yourself. If you lose, then you will disappear, or more precisely, your consciousness will weaken, a true change from the consciousness itself.”

"So, if you really want to win over your partner, then you need to change. Make your mind strong enough so that you will have a chance to win him over."

Wu Qiu seemed to understand what True Lord Xiaoyue Zhuyang meant. His meaning was simple: I don't know your situation or what good ways you can deal with it, but I have a simple and direct solution.

That means you have to confront your other half of consciousness head-on. If you win, everyone is happy; if you lose, you're gone, and your other half of consciousness completely takes control of your body.

Moreover, judging from the tone of True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang, no one else can help. Therefore, Wu Qiu must fight this battle on his own and win by pooling his strength.

"So, what are my chances of winning if I fight him now?"

Wu Qiu asked somewhat nervously. The True Monarch of the Moon-Cut Sun spoke directly: "No, if I'm not mistaken, you have no chance of winning."

Wu Qiu immediately deflated. However, True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang spoke again: "However, if you are willing to undergo training, it might still be possible."

Wu Qiu's eyes lit up, and he looked at True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang and said, "Then, True Monarch, what do you think..."

The True Lord of Moon-Shaping and Sun-Building nodded: "This is the first time I've encountered a situation like yours. It might be beneficial for me as well. So, if you're willing to stay, I will train you and strengthen your will."

"Great!"

Paimon jumped up and down in the air with joy. Wu Qiu put his hands together and bowed to True Lord Xiaoyue Zhuyang, saying, "Then thank you very much, True Lord."

"No need to be polite, you should go and rest first. We'll start the first training session tomorrow."

After speaking, True Monarch Yaoyue Zhuyang simply raised his head, and a wooden house suddenly rose up not far away. The wooden house was not very big, but it could accommodate everyone, and it shouldn't feel crowded.

Having done all this, True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang disappeared. Wu Qiu and the others had no intention of disturbing him any further, and each went to the wooden house to rest.

The next day, Wu Qiu got up very early. As soon as he stepped out of his room, the first thing he saw was a new array on the ground.

The formation wasn't very large, and it looked quite ordinary. Apart from the somewhat frightening array patterns, Wu Qiu didn't feel anything else.

As he stepped forward, a flash of light appeared beside him, and the True Monarch of Moon-Slicing and Sun-Building appeared. Looking at Wu Qiu, he said, "This is a simple maze. Once you enter it, your consciousness will travel to an illusory world. However, in that world, you won't know you're in a maze, nor will you realize it's fake."

"What you need to do is very simple: step out of that false world. But I want to remind you that getting out of that world is not just about realizing that it is a false world. In fact, it doesn't matter whether you realize it or not. To get out of there, you need to use your will to overcome all hardships. It's simple and brutal, but it's perfect for tempering your will."

Wu Qiu nodded to indicate that he understood, and then, at the direction of True Monarch Xiaoyue Zhuyang, he walked to the center of the formation. He sat down cross-legged, and the formation was activated.

This was Wu Qiu's first time receiving training from an immortal, and he was a little nervous. But soon his consciousness began to blur, and before long, Wu Qiu completely lost consciousness and became unconscious.

When he woke up again, he looked around and felt his head buzzing, as if he had been hit several times with a stick.

After a short while, Wu Qiu came to his senses. He remembered that he had been injured by Klee's bomb on his way to Mondstadt, and after being tortured by Rosalia in the cathedral, he was now resting in the Knights of Favonius.

Just now, because I didn't want Ying to take any risks, I said some hurtful things and angered her.

Looking at the gloomy weather outside, just like his mood, Wu Qiu gave a bitter smile, unsure of what to do next.

He sensed something was wrong, but couldn't pinpoint what it was. His agitated state made it even harder for him to calm down and think things through.

"Big brother!"

Suddenly, the door was pushed open, and Wu Qiu saw a fiery red figure run in. Seeing this person, Wu Qiu felt he should be afraid.

But no, Wu Qiu wasn't afraid at all; in fact, she suddenly felt her agitated mood vanish instantly. Seeing the little girl rush towards her, Wu Qiu scooped her up in her arms.

"Klee!"

With a single call, Wu Qiu's irritation vanished. He put Ke Li down and looked at this excessively cute little girl; Wu Qiu felt an urge to spend three years of his life earning her... cough cough...

"Big brother, I heard that Klee's bomb hurt you. I'm sorry, I apologize. Klee knows she was wrong."

Keli had a very sad expression on her face. She looked at Wu Qiu apologizing, and finally bowed deeply, looking very sincere.

Wu Qiu, of course, couldn't stand it and immediately succumbed. However, at this moment, Wu Qiu felt a tightness in his chest, and he felt very uncomfortable and uneasy.

He had originally intended to tease Klee, but now he didn't. He reached out and patted Klee's head. "Klee's been so good, she definitely didn't mean it. I forgive you."

"Really?! Yay!!"

Keli jumped up immediately, all the sadness on her face vanishing. She grabbed Wu Qiu's hand and asked, "Big brother, can you take me out to play?"