Absolutely legitimate Star Iron, I've awakened the Underworld System?

Qingque cheered and jumped for joy, ;64*;5 hopping and skipping back to her workstation, completely different from her previous lifeless appearance.

Bai Qiong rubbed his forehead, feeling a bit of a headache. The power of this fire poker was truly... beyond his imagination.

He composed himself and said to Qingque, "Qingque, I'll be going now. You do your work well."

"Okay! Bye-bye!" Qingque waved without looking up, her attention completely back on her work. However, the way she was writing furiously gave off a vibe of... well, she was full of energy.

Bai Qiong shook his head, turned around, and left the Taibu Si.

After buying some snacks to fill her stomach, Bai Qiong's mood calmed down a bit as she walked along the Star Chariot Sea's long corridor.

He recalled everything that had just happened: Fu Xuan's worries, the mirror flow in the corner of the future, and the destiny mark that didn't belong to any existing star god.

All of this made him feel an inexplicable pressure. "System, are these things in the Qiong Guan Array related to the underworld memes that are now scattered throughout the universe...?"

Bai Qiong murmured to himself.

[Master, I cannot answer anything else. I can only tell you that there is no power in this world to create a Star God out of thin air. So, rest assured, you will not face an unknown Star God from the original storyline.]

"is that so.?"

Bai Qiong didn't know if the system's response was true or false; he simply looked up at the sky.

The sky over Luofu is always so peaceful and beautiful.

Occasionally, a star raft would fly by, and moonlight would filter through the clouds, casting dappled shadows that shone on Bai Qiong's face, bringing him a sense of peace.

Compared to the stark white expanse of Belleberg, he preferred the design of the Luofu Immortal Boat, many of which were derived from the old dynasty before his time travel, making Bai Qiong feel a sense of familiarity.

"No matter what, I will do my best. To restore this world to normal, and for... myself." Bai Qiong clenched his fist, his eyes resolute.

He took a deep breath, started walking, and headed towards Yichen Inn.

Bai Qiong returned to Yichen Inn, pushed open the door, and a familiar, faint sandalwood scent wafted into his nostrils.

He walked straight to the bedside, threw himself heavily onto the soft mattress, and let out a long sigh of relief.

"Phew... Today was really tough... I need to get some rest first."

Bai Qiong turned over, pulled the blanket over her head, and tried to isolate herself from the outside world and drift off to sleep.

However, just as he was about to fall asleep, the door suddenly creaked open.

Bai Qiong suddenly opened his eyes, sat up in bed, and looked warily toward the door.

A petite figure stood in the doorway. In the dim light filtering through the corridor, Bai Qiong could make out who it was.

It's a plain white dress!

Su Chang was wearing a thin nightgown, her hair was a little messy, her face was flushed with excitement, and her big eyes were shining brightly, as if she had discovered a fully charged purple mood.

"Master! You're finally back!" Su Chang exclaimed joyfully, her voice filled with happiness.

"No, what are you still doing here?"

Bai Qiong paused for a moment, then asked in confusion, "It's so late, don't you need to go back to your place to rest?"

Su Chang did not answer Bai Qiong's question directly, but instead walked into the room on her own and closed the door behind her.

As she walked, she began to unbutton her pajamas, her movements somewhat clumsy, yet revealing a hint of eagerness.

"Master, how can a dog leave its owner's side?"

Su Chang's voice was soft and sweet, with a hint of coquettishness, "You know, dogs are the most family-loving animals, haven't I learned well?"

Bai Qiong watched Su Chang's actions and listened to her words, and immediately felt...

Chapter 59 Grand Diviner, Stop Drinking! (5.8k)

Sunlight streamed through the window, filling the room with warmth.

Bai Qiong slowly opened his eyes, and what came into view was Su Chang's peaceful sleeping face.

She nestled in Bai Qiong's arms like a docile puppy, her breathing even and soft.

Not wanting to wake Su Chang, Bai Qiong reached out his other hand, picked up his phone, and opened the message list as usual.

There are two unread messages, one of which is from the train crew's group chat.

[The Starry Sky Train Family]

[Danheng: I received an unsigned invitation that read, "Upside down in the ancient sea, revisiting familiar places... Five people, three prices." Looks like I need to go to the Immortal Ship to settle some historical issues.]

[Danheng: @Baiqiong, how are you doing? Is there anything I can help you with?]

Ask Danheng for help?

Bai Qiong fell into a brief moment of thought.

The entanglements of their past lives, the bonds between the Five Heroes of the Clouds, are like an invisible thread connecting them.

Even though they are strangers in this life, it is hard to guarantee that Jingliu will not be stirred by the sight of Yinyuejun's appearance, and transform into a demonic form, making the situation even more troublesome.

Thinking of this, Bai Qiong replied.

[Bai Qiong: There's nothing I can help with for now, but I'll let you know if I need anything. Thank you, Dan Heng.]

Upon seeing Bai Qiong's reply, March 7th was the first to send the message.

[March 7th: Bai Qiong, why aren't you back yet? Do you know how I've been these past few days? {crying}1]

[March 7: Are you planning to pull off another individualistic heroism like Berloberg?!]

[Bai Qiong: I'm really fine. I can manage for now. I'll go back with Dan Heng once I've sorted things out. {pats head}]

[March 7th: Then I'll have Danheng keep an eye on you! You two have to come back together {puffed up}]

[Bai Qiong: {Received}]

[Danheng: {Received}]

Another message came from the Grand Diviner. Bai Qiong then opened her private chat with Fu Xuan.

[Fu Xuan: I have informed the General of all the intelligence I possess. The General has instructed that since the Qiong Observation Formation has made this clear, we should accept our fate. There is no need to be bound by the old feelings of the Five Valiant Warriors of the Clouds; there are no taboos. Just act according to the will of me and Bai Qiong.]

Bai Qiong sent a message asking...

[Bai Qiong: Lord Taibu, what should we do next?]

[Fu Xuan: I am not here, please do not disturb me (automatic reply).]

Two minutes later, Fu Xuan's message came through the chat box again.

[Fu Xuan: The General has invited the Five Heroes of the Clouds to a gathering, and Jing Liu will surely attend. I have already made some deductions; she should already be on her immortal ship, but her exact whereabouts are still unclear. 1]

Bai Qiong thought for a moment and replied.

[Bai Qiong: If it's just a matter of the mirror's movement, perhaps I can tell where she is. She should be around Liuyun Ferry.]

[Fu Xuan: ?]

[Fu Xuan: How did you know her exact location, and why were you so certain?]

[Bai Qiong: ...It was that fortune teller, whose fate is still unknown, who told me.]

[Fu Xuan: Oh? That diviner possesses such supernatural abilities? Last time, his deduction that you were the key to repairing the Qiong Guan Formation already amazed me. Even with the Qiong Guan Formation, I could only glimpse Jing Liu's location on the immortal ship; I couldn't reach any more detailed information. If there's an opportunity in the future, please introduce me to that diviner; I wish to learn a thing or two from him.]

Looking at Fu Xuan's message, Bai Qiong felt a headache coming on.

How could I possibly know any fortune tellers?!

The so-called method to repair the Qiong Guan Formation is merely a system prompt.

The reason he knew Jingliu would be at Liuyun Ferry was entirely because he already knew the plot of the two missions, "Test of Frost Blade" and "Leave No Trace in the Clouds".

In the "Test of Frost Blade" storyline, the naive Yanqing first encountered the fiercely sword-wielding Jingliu at Liuyun Ferry. The two of them, amidst the flashing blades and shadows of swords, competed to slay the abundant evil creatures.

Afterwards, although Yanqing was defeated by Jingliu's sword, he still resolutely accepted Jingliu's sword. Then, Jingliu disappeared like a gust of wind at Liuyun Ferry.

"Cloud Without a Trace" is the meeting place for the remaining four of the Five Heroes of the Clouds. At the end of the story, Jing Liu will "confess his sins" and be escorted by the Cloud Cavalry of the Immortal Ship, forever leaving the Luofu Immortal Ship.

Therefore, Bai Qiong knew the possible location of Jing Liu simply because he had read the script.

[Bai Qiong: That diviner is elusive, and I really can't track his whereabouts; I can only encounter him by chance.]

[Fu Xuan: {What a pity}]

[Bai Qiong: Time is of the essence. The four members of the Five Heroes of the Clouds should already be on the immortal ship. We'd better intercept Jing Liu before they meet.]

[Fu Xuan: Intercepting? That's a strange way to put it...][Bai Qiong: Ahem, anyway, it's best to change Jing Liu's mind about going to Lin Yuan Realm. In that diviner's prophecy, Jing Liu will confess her crimes to atone for her mistakes and be taken to the "Void Tomb" of the Immortal Ship headquarters. If the plot really develops this way, we won't see her again.]

[Fu Xuan: Tsk, if what you say is true, then my actions at this moment would be tantamount to betraying the Immortal Ship... Very well, I prefer to trust Qiong Guan's calculations. The future of the Luofu Immortal Ship cannot be lost.]

[Fu Xuan: I'll go crazy with you this time. Just as the general said, there are no taboos!]

[Bai Qiong: Then I'll trouble you, Grand Diviner, to come with me.]

[Fu Xuan: I'm still at the Grand Divination Office. You go ahead, I'll be there in a bit.]

[Fu Xuan: Oh, by the way, when you pass by the Marquis of Nevernight, buy me a cup of sweet soup, all sugar, no ice, no toppings.]

[White Dome:?]

[Bai Qiong: Seriously? Lord Taibu, you still have the mind to drink sweet soup at a time like this?]

[Fu Xuan: Who knows how long I'll have to wait for you? What's wrong with having some sugar water?! {puffed out}]

[Bai Qiong: I know, I know, I just can't do anything with you.......]

Bai Qiong closed the chat interface and let out a long sigh.

He moved his body carefully, trying to get up without waking Su Chang.

"Hmm..." Su Chang seemed to sense something, let out a soft moan, tightened her arms, and hugged Bai Qiong even tighter.

Bai Qiong gently stroked Su Chang's smooth long hair, a feeling of depression welling up in his heart.

Damn it, what kind of situation is this? Although Su Chang is cute, she can't just keep clinging to me like this! I have important things to do!

Bai Qiong gently nudged Su Chang, trying to wake her up: "Su Chang, wake up, it's time to get up."