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

"Alright, alright. I just wanted to remind you... your soul is almost gone. If you do nothing more, I will have to take control of this body."

Xia sneered, "I'm not in a hurry, so why are you? Don't think I don't know, you just want me to help you answer that question—"

"What exactly are we, right?"

She smiled with satisfaction and said, "It's good that you remember. It's all about equivalent exchange."

"Okay, don't worry. The answer is obvious, and you'll have to give my body back to me soon."

"Heh...really?"

“It’s true. I thought that my current state of constantly dying and coming back to life would prevent me from regaining my body… but I didn’t expect the answer to be right there. Hmph, it saves me a lot of effort, and I don’t even need that black-robed swordsman’s ritual sword anymore.”

"That's truly a joyous occasion."

He said helplessly, "It's just a pity... that I can't do the next experiment myself."

"Has that girl, who seems to be constantly facing death, made all the necessary preparations?" Cecilia asked casually.

“Don’t be impatient, Titan…” Naksha turned her gaze back to Cephall, “If we are always on high alert… how can death dare to come knocking on our door so easily?”

[Fufu: Um... haha, I have a friend who wants to know what these two are saying. She recognizes each word individually, but when they're put together, she really can't understand it.]

[Paimon: A Friend Out of Nothing, Frynn.]

[Fou: Don't call me out! Paimon, I'm never treating you to snacks again.]

[Walter: It's not hard to guess from their conversation that Naxsha has already seen through part of Onpharos's true nature, and the experiment has reached the final step... verification.]

[Nicole: I didn't realize that, but I thought Cecilia and Narcissus's comedy routine was pretty good.]

[Bai E: As expected of Teacher Xia, she actually set her sights on the Fire Thief's ritual sword. I never even expected that.]

[Xia Die: Does the teacher need me for his experiment? But he's already gone to the ends of the earth, so how can I verify his hypothesis?]

[Gui Naifen: I hate riddle makers and fictional historians.]

[Galácticos: I guess that doesn't include me, since I'm just the memory Galakrond now. Mianmian… I've decided on you, though the twilight has faded.]

[Bai E: Why did I feel a chill down my back?]

[Star: Partner, have you been training too hard lately? Is your body giving out? Try the strength pills I bought in Xianzhou.]

"Unfortunately, on behalf of Ohma, I must ask you to slow down."

The moment Aglaia appeared, Xia felt uneasy, and her tone instantly turned cold, "Heh... I forgot about you, sorry."

“Children speak without thinking, I’ll just take it as a mischievous child’s unintentional remark.” In her eyes, Xia was indeed quite young. “Come on, arrogant great performer, it’s time to talk about your serendipitous encounter with that Titan.”

He crossed his arms and turned his profile to meet his gaze. "What if I say no?"

“Provocation will only increase your chances of dying on Tarranton’s scales; things don’t have to come to that,” Aglaia warned.

At that moment, Xia naturally wouldn't compromise. "A monster that's neither human nor god, don't forget, you dare not kill me. If you extinguish the spark of reason... what will you use to contend with the Senate?"

There was a moment of tension.

Serhith tentatively asked, "Um... gentlemen, would you mind if I interrupted for a moment?"

Xia glanced at him sideways, "I told you, don't interrupt me—"

"Oh dear, I've been wanting to ask you this since just now: does death really mean anything to you?"

"…What's the meaning?"

"What I mean is, before I infused the fire into your heart... you were already a corpse?"

[Bai E: At that moment, Teacher Xia was already dead? That's impossible. Teacher Xia specialized in soul research. Even if Lai Gushi was set up, I'd still believe it. How could he have died so simply?]

[Magic Technique: For the sake of truth, what is there to fear in death? Byr, since you were once my student, you should know that the answer obtained at my cost will overturn Onphalus.]

[Kaze Sumire: That's true, but I really don't understand. The teacher could have lived.]

[Aglaia: A master performer of blasphemy. Shortly after the video of Onphalus was exposed, he began his performance, secretly advancing his own plans.]

[Doctor Truth: Anaxagoras asked me to borrow many academic papers and books. If I weren't trapped with Onphalus, I think I could have become friends with him.]

[Gold Sand: The professor's friend is my friend.]

[Qiqi: So... at that moment, Teacher Xia... was also a zombie...]

[Hu Tao: That can't be right. Perhaps it's the power of his remaining rationality that's sustaining his last breath. But he's ruthless enough to shatter his own soul.]

[Qingque: No wonder Xia didn't want to see Aglaia back then. They were already at loggerheads before they even exchanged two words. If they continued talking, they might end up fighting.]

[Aglaia: Ha, I don't have time to play around with him. Goldie will teach him a lesson.]

[Tibo: Aya, let's relax, please don't use the gold thread.]

[Magic Technique: Although I don't know you in my reincarnation, I dislike your attitude. Meneta may have chosen the wrong successor; it would have been better to give it to Bai Er.]

[Abao: Hmph, interesting. You're questioning my taste.]

Arrive at Xing's private bathhouse.

"I'm back. Finally have time to rest... Shall we chat, Xing?" Danheng walked onto the balcony and glanced around. "Strange, Mimi isn't with you?"

Xing shook her head. "Let it rest. It's exhausted these past few days."

Dan Heng expressed his understanding, "Since it's not here, let me ask you first. Are you really planning to take the trial of the Oronis Fire in place of the Golden Descendant?"

She shrugged. "I haven't thought of anything yet. It was Mimi's idea..."

Dan Heng sighed, "...In the end, it still came to this. Perhaps it's an inescapable fate for pioneers? You'd better be careful and prioritize your own safety. Judging from the experience of the predecessors, the trials are no child's play."

“But what I fear more is that you will tie yourself too tightly to Onphalus… If you really take over the divine office of that Titan, will you still have a chance to let it go?”

"Forget it, let's take it one step at a time. Whatever happens, I'll be with you."

Xing raised an eyebrow. "So sentimental, where did the others go?"

"I was entangled by two guards dressed in such a conspicuous manner that I missed Tian's farewell ceremony," Danheng said helplessly. "They claimed to be envoys from the Senate and wanted to check my identity."

Chapter 363 After the embrace, came eternal separation.

“But I suspect we’ve been being watched for a while now… they just waited until we were separated before taking action.”

“Their questions were incredibly detailed: from our journey to Ohmma to our personal relationships with every member of the Golden Family, even our experiences at the market.”

"Fortunately, those two henchmen aren't very bright, and I managed to brush off most of their questions. They shouldn't be causing trouble anytime soon."

After hearing this, Xing couldn't help but sigh, "There are undercurrents running deep in Ohmma City."

Dan Heng deeply understands this, "Their way of doing things...is indeed unpleasant."

Although they were in Ohma, they felt the same time they had spent on the Immortal Ship. If the Senate went any further, they would have to be shown the power beyond this world.

At the same time, Aglaia was still wary of us. Before we figured out the details, it was best not to offend either side, so as not to get dragged into internal strife.

"The only thing that can be confirmed right now is that there are people in the Senate who are quite dissatisfied with the Golden Descendants."

He had been talking with Xing for a long time and felt utterly exhausted, barely able to catch his breath. He had originally wanted to organize the clues about the Black Tide. But now…

"Since the weather is still pretty good, let's take a few more photos with the camera."

After waiting a while, the photo was not printed.

"Hmm? What's going on..." Danheng checked the inside of the camera. "Ah... the memory card is full."

He looked up and sighed, "I imagine they must be very anxious right now, aren't they?"

[Ring: It's foreshadowing, it's definitely foreshadowing. The camera's memory was full on March 7th, and Wan Di was the last photo taken, but what does that prove?]

[Silver Wolf: What does this mean? The pioneers should delve deeper into Onphalus; they can no longer stand idly by.]

[Himeko: Could it be that something happened to Mitsuki?]

[Bai E: Wan Di, look, my camera is already full shortly after I took your picture.]

[Charlotte: By the way, don't you guys think the principle of a camera is a lot like that of an onfarth? Since it's full, can't we just delete the unimportant ones, or even clear the memory and start over?]

[Fufu: Stop! That's giving me the creeps.]

[Nicole: Based on my extensive experience watching numerous films, for a long time to come, Onphalus will primarily focus on the struggle between the Golden Clan and the Senate.]

[Aglaia: Your guess is correct. I can sense a conspiracy brewing behind the scenes in Ohma. But if you dare lay a hand on a guest, then I will have no choice but to stain the gold with blood.]

Katniss: Heh... We'll see.

[Little Candle: Jin Zhijue, why keep those parasites around? You just value people too much, always trying to solve everything at the lowest possible cost.]

[Little Fish Knight: Caesar, trust her. The beautiful little golden trout of yesteryear is now capable of standing on her own.]

[Bai Er: I will protect you, partner, have faith in me.]

[Star: Don't underestimate me. Do you understand the prestige of the Galaxy Baseball Man? I possess four destiny paths; who can defeat me in an instant under my command?]

The scene shifts to March 7th's bedroom, where she is encased in Six-Phase Ice. The room is frozen solid, and the chill seems to overflow the screen.

[Star: Maru, March wasn't anxious at all, she was extremely calm!]

[Fufu: It's hard to believe Miss March is alright. Considering the camera's storage is full, could it be that her memories have ended here and she won't have any new memories?]

[Qingque: Miss March, please don't get frostbite!]

[Walter: Himeko, what's the real situation with Mitsuki?]

[Himeko: Sigh, it's almost exactly like the situation in the video. She'll be encased in the Six Phases of Ice soon.]

[Black Tower: That's her self-protection mechanism. You'll be more worried if the ice layer breaks one day. Because then, she'll either awaken or fall into a permanent slumber.]

The story of Wan Di and Tibo has come to an end, and the Trail Blazers will be involved in a deeper vortex.

And so, Ohmma spent a long day.

"Some people come and some people leave, just like every day of this journey, moving forward with stumbles and bumps."

"Renmei was already prepared; if she wanted to chase the flames, she had to get used to saying goodbye. But..."

"At that time, no one could have foreseen..."

“Death…her arrival is always so sudden, yet so unforgettable.”

Color appeared in the pitch-black scene. As Tibo narrated, Xia Die, who was in the sea of ​​flowers in the underworld, held Xing in her arms and stretched out one hand, as if praying for a miracle of death.

The star's body was shattering, its eyes gazing blankly at the sky.

Even stars from outer space cannot escape the clutches of death. And in that trial of death, what people gain and lose...

"Far heavier than life itself."

"Just as the prophecy revealed to Adie..."

"At the end of the sea of ​​flowers, the souls of the living will gently touch your fingertips... After the embrace, there will be an eternal farewell."

[Danheng: This is impossible, this is impossible... this is impossible!]

[Xia Die: Your Excellency, it's all my fault. It must be because of the death curse I carry. Why...Cenathos, why did you take away a life unrelated to Onpharos?]

[Himeko: Hoshi! Your fate is uncertain for three months. Are you also leaving us? We failed to protect you, Lady Black Tower. We are willing to pay any price to enter Onpharos.]

[Walter: Himeko, calm down. That's a world from another timeline. With me here, I can't let the children die first.]

[Jing Yuan: ...This is getting dangerous, Miss Bai Lu. Perhaps we need to support the Starry Sky Train. Otherwise, my former friend might make another mistake.]

[Danheng: I am not him...]

[Blade: Heh, are you ready to pay the price? Will I be waiting for you outside, and then... kill you?]

[Firefly: I no longer care about right or wrong. Elio said the script has changed, and I must protect her. Sam, I will set the sea ablaze!]

[Silver Wolf: My God, if something happens to you, the Star Core Hunters will all be scattered.]

[Fou: This is fake, right? Isn't she the protagonist of your world? Even the Commander hasn't appeared yet, and she's already... I really can't believe the story will end so abruptly.]

[Bai E: Who is it! The Fire Thief...it's you, isn't it? It must be you! Killing Xi Lian wasn't enough, now you want to kill our friends who were willing to help us. Where are you? Get out here!]

[The Fire-Stealing Traveler: I...]

[Wan Di: The Blade of Heavenly Punishment is fully charged. If detected, immediately send me the coordinates.]

[Ju Fufu: Hoshi, hurry up and say something! They seem to be really taking action.]

[Star: I'm dead...dead...gone. To hell with death! It's my own life, and what I say counts! Lagushi, believe it or not, I'll activate my Star Core and explode you, leaving you with nothing.]

[Laigushi: I'm sorry, but my understanding of the stellar core surpasses yours. You cannot bring yourself to perish with me.]