Xingtie: Starting with an in-depth analysis of the Yellow Springs

"I even found a house for him to live in after he changed his mind... Now, forget about retirement, I didn't even get to see him one last time..."

"...Old stubborn fool! Old ox!"

[Laigushi: In the world I created, humans, as data, have found their value. Isn't that a success? I gave them experiences, so why can't they, in turn, fulfill me?]

[Bai'er: Lai Gushi, you're not human! What's the difference between you and those hypocritical people? You think you're right, but aren't you trapped in your own world?]

Titus: Ha! You're a beast, a self-righteous beast.

[Black Tower: Senior, tell me, why did you do this?]

[Star: Senior? What's going on, Black Tower?]

[Screwgoom: Lady Black Tower, now is not the time. If Laigus's identity is exposed, it will likely attract even more forces that covet Onpharos.]

[Sunday: Please feel free to ask if you need my assistance.]

[Black Tower: No rush. Onpharos is now sealed off; even I and Screws can't get in.]

[Qingque: Now I understand Aglaia. In this environment, there's no hope without ruthless measures.]

[Little candle: Understand me, be me, surpass... impossible to surpass the great Caesar.]

[Little Fish Knight: How could Caesar's vision be surpassed? They are merely fish in the deep sea, unable to see the colors of the sky.]

[Star: Our Uncle Yang is the man at the top!]

After informing the families of the deceased, Xia remained silent for a long time. "...That's all. These are the families of my colleagues that I remember."

"Let's go, take me to see Aglaia."

Upon arriving at the Golden Baths, they were stopped by the guards and informed that Aglaia was handling important matters and would not receive anyone.

The tailor also sent a message: Thank you for the hard work of Xing and his team, so you can get some rest.

She also sent an emoji. Aglaya writing.jpg

At that moment, Teacher Xia was naturally overjoyed; she couldn't be happier than not to have to confront that woman while she was ill. So, she left first.

He needs to deal with the effects of Ceres' possession.

It must be said that although the conflict did not bring positive changes to Onfaros, those relatives did indeed keep the Black Tide from entering Suspended Peak City.

Now that the Nicardi spark is missing, even the Tree Garden, which has the most thorough research on the Black Tide, has collapsed in just a few days, leaving only a ground covered with the blood and tears of heroic spirits.

The trials of conflict are imminent, and with countless enemies at our doorstep, we must make a decision as soon as possible.

Chapter 325 Beware... The Suspended Man

As for the black-robed swordsman in the Tree Court, even Tibo, who had lived for a thousand years, had never encountered him in the Black Tide. Xia Die guessed that the fall of the strife had secretly stirred up terrifying influences.

Moreover, she sensed a strong aura of death, likely due to the black-robed swordsman's countless deaths.

“Speaking of Cenatos… Lord Xing, there is one more thing I would like to confirm with you.” A glint of light appeared in Xia Die’s purple eyes; she also wanted to interact with people like normal people.

"You should already know about the curse I bear... I was born a shadow of death, a deadly poison that all living things avoid..."

Her cheeks flushed slightly. "But back then, at the Tree Garden, when you took me in... I was just curious why you weren't affected by my power?"

Xing scratched his head. "I wouldn't have remembered this if you hadn't mentioned it."

“I’m sorry, my question was too abrupt.” Xia Die lowered her head. “Throughout my life, I’ve always pondered: what does death mean to me, and why am I so intricately connected to Cenatos…”

Xing yawned, and Xia Die gently inquired, "You must be exhausted after traveling for several days. Please put the tragedy of Shuting behind you for now and have a good rest for a day."

She stayed where she was and waited for Aglaia.

Xia Die is right, let's go back and rest first. Xing headed towards the private bathhouse. After fighting the black-robed swordsman, she had been traveling non-stop and was almost exhausted.

As for Mimi, she had long since fallen into a deep sleep and stopped speaking.

I wonder what Danheng has been doing these past few days.

[Qingque: Is Xing not afraid of Miss Xiadie's death because of the star core within her, where two negatives make a positive?]

[Linnie: Perhaps Onphalus's death doesn't affect people outside the world.]

[Dan Heng: I was near Ms. Xia Die once, and that intense aura of death was unmistakable; it would affect us.]

[Robin: In Pinocchio, she could also see the Clockwork Boy and the origami bird, probably because of Xing's constitution.]

[Fireworks: Be bold, is it possible she's already dead? Hahaha.]

[Walter: Fool, please don't joke at a time like this.]

[Star: I'll just try it, come on, Xia Die, let me touch it.]

[Xia Die: No, Your Excellency. You are absolutely not allowed to contact me until the cause is determined. Although I long to experience the feeling of an embrace, it must be based on the premise that there is no danger.]

In his private bathhouse, Danheng is enjoying the view from the rooftop.

"Hey, looks like you're doing well." Xing tried to sneak up on him, giving him a big fright.

"Long time no see." Dan Heng had already noticed and turned around. "I heard about what happened to you from Bai E... You must have had a tough time."

"My dear friend, I miss you!" Xing opened her arms to give him a hug, but the baby was heartbroken. She had made a boast before leaving, only to be reprimanded by the Fire Thief.

Dan Heng dodged to the side, his eyes filled with a hint of heartache, "...It seems you've suffered quite a blow."

He wasn't idle in Ohmma either. He got some research materials on tree gardens from Feng Jin, organized his logs, and discovered something interesting.

"The skies of Onpharos are sealed off by a Titan, Aegler [Sky]... Its existence isolates this world from the heavens."

"And Feng Jin's ancestor... seems to have been a sky priest who worshipped Aegler. Perhaps she can provide more clues to find a way back to the Star Train."

Seeing that Xing was really tired, Danheng briefly explained the day's events and told her to rest well, while also suggesting, "If you're going out for a stroll, I suggest you avoid hot baths first."

A bathhouse? Since you've put it that way, I have to go check it out. Xing pondered, lying on the recliner.

[Ring: So what exactly happened in the hot bath? Ahhh, my curiosity is piqued!]

[Star: Could it be...?]

[Bai E: Oh dear, partner, don't say it! It'll make me lose face. Wan Di will laugh at me.]

[Wan Di: If you're bad, practice more.]

[Rin: I'm even more curious now.]

[Little Candle: Isn't that Lord Swordflage's residence? Little Gray Fur, move out! Even if it's not our reincarnation, you're not allowed to live there.]

[Little Fish Knight: Caesar, let the little gray fish go. The bathhouse needs people to liven it up.]

[Little Candle: Well, you haven't even met him yet, and you've already captivated my Sword-Banner Lord. I can't bear to let you stay.]

[Star: Should I leave then?]

Some time ago, inside the Marble Palace.

Tibo suddenly opened her eyes wide, her mind uneasy, "Tian...?"

"What's wrong... Is there trouble at Tree Garden?" Aglaia asked.

"Yes. There was a fleeting but extremely strong reaction... They seem to have encountered some tricky trouble. Tian has used the Hundred Worlds Gate again."

The fact that they still need to open the Hundred Realms Gate even with Xia Die and Xing present suggests that the situation is not optimistic.

Aglaia: "Can we see the specific images?"

"No, it's as blurry as usual. But the enemy's presence has disappeared; perhaps they've moved to a safe place...maybe."

"I hope it's just a false alarm. Trust Xing and Xia Die, my teacher... they will protect Tian." Aglaia comforted her.

Tian touched her head. "Why are you treating us like little kids, Aya?"

“One day, Tien will reach her limit, and Tibbo will take over the doorman’s job from her. We all know that.”

“I’m just… a little worried about her mental state. Before we left, Tian couldn’t even pronounce sentences clearly…”

She pleaded, "At least let us say goodbye properly."

“I will pray with you,” Aglaia said softly. Even though she had long been accustomed to life and death and her rationality had prevailed, she still felt grief.

"Thank you. Aya, we'll have to trouble you to come with us to the bathhouse this time to relax... It feels like we haven't laughed in a long time."

Tibo held Aglaia's hand, her voice full of childlike innocence, "Let's set off on the west wind."

[Paimon: Tibbo, Tien, Tinin, Paimon doesn't want anything to happen to them. They're such adorable little ones. Onpharos is such a nasty place.]

[Bai'e: If it weren't for the Black Tide and Laigus, Onphalus would be the most beautiful world in my heart. As long as we have friends and companions, nothing can defeat us.]

[Laigushi: Naive.]

[Star: Ugh! Just seeing your name makes me nauseous. Don't interrupt our chat.]

[Ju Fufu: Junior sister, do you have a way to quickly become stronger? I want to protect Master so she can rest properly.]

[Ring: Come to my room, I'll tell you a secret.]

Tibo and Aglaia stepped into the bath, where the perceived temperature rose several degrees, and a wave of heat hit them.

Tibo fanned herself with her hand, "It's so hot. Is it usually this hot?"

Through the steam, a woman could be seen lying on the ground, seemingly injured by the high temperature.

"What...what's going on?!" Tian was worried. Had the Black Tide invaded the Golden Baths?

The woman was about to fall into a coma, "Ah... be careful... be careful... the man with the piercing blade..."

【Wan Di: ...】

Chapter 326 The murderer is... Medemos!

Aglaia was puzzled. "The Suspended Peak People? This horrific scene... they caused it?"

Although Suspended Peak reveres combat, it wouldn't warrant taking action at the bathhouse.

"Aya, forget about all that, hurry and save the injured!" Tibo was extremely anxious.

Feng Jin quickly weaved through the crowd, "Excuse me, everyone!"

He approached the injured person, knelt down to examine the injury, looked to the side, and his breathing calmed down. "You two! I'm relieved to see you here as well."

Tibo asked worriedly, "Why is the Dim Light Courtyard here too! What happened?"

While healing the injured, Feng Jin explained, "Actually, I just came here to relax... but as soon as I got to the vicinity, I saw a lot of people lying on the ground in all sorts of positions."

"I checked them over, and they seemed fine. It just felt like... the water was too hot and they had been soaking for too long."

Aglaia's expression turned slightly cold. "Many people have fainted due to the high temperature of the pool water? Where is the bathhouse manager?"

Feng Jin shook her head. "He disappeared, his whereabouts unknown. Some people are muttering that it was the work of the Suspended Peak Man... Does Ms. Aglaia have any clues?"

The golden threads trembled. Aglaia pondered for a moment, then said, "Let these people rest. You two, come with me."

"Aya, have you thought of anything?"

"Of course. I don't know what they're planning, but it's time to put an end to this farce."

Throughout the bathhouse, most of the people were Ohmans lying unconscious on the ground. The Suspended Peak, known for its fighting prowess, had few wounded, which explains why people suspected the Suspended Peak people.

As the three approached the hot bath, a voice suddenly trembled.

"A pathetic savior, nothing more than that."

"Little...Little Enemy?!" Tibo ran over and saw Wan Di trembling, holding his forehead, standing in a corner of the bathtub, while Bai E lay face down on the ground, looking like a salted fish.

Upon reaching him, Bai E was panting heavily, his entire body flushed red from the intense heat.

"Little White! Even Little White..."

“The… killer…” Bai Er uttered each word as if using all his strength, “The… killer… is… Medemos…”

Onphalus's savior... died!

[Star: My good brother, my good partner, what would I do without you! No, Wan Di... how could you be so cruel? He's already like this and you still won't let him go, what did he do wrong! Bai E~]

[Xia Die: Uh… Your Excellency, you certainly have a unique interest.]

[Bai E: Partner, I'm perfectly fine. Besides, how could I be that outrageous? I overdid it.]

[Star: Ahem, let's lighten the mood.]

【Wan Di: A pathetic savior, nothing special at all...】