After a half-hour run, you found a spacious, abandoned stone cave.

【"Aww~!"】

[Smack!]

【"Awoooooo~"】

You glanced at the unknown monster that was obediently running away with its tail between its legs, and snorted coldly.

"You dare to sneer at my cave dwelling?"

[Then you casually waved your sleeve forward, and spiritual energy swept across the entire cave, cleaning it spotless in the blink of an eye.]

Having done all this, you nodded in satisfaction and took out a beast-taming pouch.

A streak of light flew out of the bag and landed heavily in the center of the cave.

It was that half-dead blue phoenix.

Its once radiant feathers were now dull and lifeless, mostly stained with dried blood, and its aura was extremely weak; it seemed on the verge of becoming an immortal.

You slowly walked up to it, gently stroking its drooping head, a hint of regret flashing in your eyes.

That's so pitiful.

"Go in peace. I will transform everything you have into resources for your cultivation path. When you become an immortal or an ancestor, you will also have a share!"

【"Phew~"

The Azure Phoenix's breathing suddenly became heavier. It opened its eyes with difficulty, and upon seeing that it was a human before it, a flash of resentment and madness appeared in its eyes.

Upon seeing this, your eyes flickered slightly, and your aura suddenly changed, with the unique aura of the Azure Phoenix Sacred Body slowly emanating from you.

【"you..."】

[The Azure Phoenix was shocked and spoke in human language, but its tone was very peculiar, neither male nor female, making it difficult to discern.]

"Don't be afraid, I am also a descendant of the demon race."

Your touch on its head became even gentler, your eyes filled with affection.

【"No!"】

Its tone firmly denied your statement.

[Upon hearing this, a murderous glint flashed in your eyes. You beast, how dare you contradict my identity!]

"You are royalty of our avian race, Lady Azure Phoenix!"

Seeing the sincerity in its words, the murderous intent in your heart vanished instantly, replaced by a helpless sigh.

"Ah~ good child, what royalty is there anymore? They're just pitiful monsters clinging to life in this world."

"My lord! You must save our Azure Phoenix clan!"

However... the bird seemed possessed, completely ignoring what you were saying, and immediately began to wail and complain.

But you did glean some useful information from its fragmented narrative.

[It actually came from a place called Yunchi Star. Due to a sudden change in its clan, the teleportation array was disrupted during the process, which is why it was inexplicably teleported to this cultivation world.]

You remembered the story of the otherworldly realm told by the old man with the ring.

As expected, there are other cultivation worlds existing beyond the Nine Realms Continent.

"What is your cultivation level?"

[Only after you've seen it stop crying do you speak up and ask.]

"Only... late-stage fifth rank."

Qingluan avoided eye contact, clearly ashamed.

【"......"

You remained silent.

[Late stage of fifth rank... um, that corresponds to the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm in a cultivator.]

[Then you ceased to conceal yourself, and the powerful aura of a late-stage Golden Core cultivator was revealed.]

Under Qingluan's astonished gaze, you nodded helplessly.

"You read that right, I'm only at the late Golden Core stage."

"How is this possible?!"

It screamed in terror.

"The Azure Phoenix Clan is born with the strength of the peak of the fifth rank, so why has your cultivation regressed, sir?"

【"......"

You fell silent again.

[The Azure Phoenix Clan didn't include you when they were at their peak, and now that they're fallen from grace, they've created this ridiculous bloodline curse, which you've inherited.]

How much do you know about my people?

[Qingluan snapped out of her reverie, pondered for a moment, and then slowly spoke:]

"I don't know much. There are no true Azure Phoenix Clan members left on Cloud Dragon Star. It's just a rumor that the royal family members were almost completely wiped out in the fight against the darkness."

Its voice lowered slightly.

"However, we have not forgotten Lord Qinghuang's kindness. There are still many races on Yunchi Star who worship the statue of Qinghuang."

Despite your low cultivation level, this somewhat foolish bird still treats you with utmost respect.

"My lord, when you become powerful in the future, will you be able to visit Yun Chi Star? The elders will surely be delighted."

Looking at its excited eyes, you suddenly asked:

"Didn't you just say that something happened to your race, and that they were still alive when I got there?"

Lies don't hurt, but the truth is the sharpest knife.

【"Waaaaah~"】

Perhaps it had been suppressing its emotions for too long, or perhaps it really wasn't very old among the demon beasts, but the little blue phoenix started sobbing again.

You sense the other's life force rapidly fading, knowing its days are numbered.

"I can't promise you anything, but if I have the chance in the future, I will definitely go and take a look at that Cloud Dragon Star."

【"Really?"】

Qingluan blinked her long, narrow eyes, blurry with tears, her gaze filled with longing.

【"Um!"】

You nodded solemnly.

This isn't just a perfunctory response; from the few words they utter, you can deduce that the Azure Phoenix Clan definitely existed in that realm.

Then there's a high probability that it will leave behind a legacy.

"Thank you... thank you, sir..."

The Azure Phoenix's aura grew increasingly weak, and a sincere smile appeared in its eyes.

"Then Little Bird will help the adults too!"

"Little Chirp?"

"Yes! Little Chiu is my name, please remember me, sir!"

As soon as it finished speaking, a brilliant blue light suddenly shone in its previously dim eyes.

"With my Azure Phoenix bloodline, I offer this sacrifice to awaken the Sacred Body."

Its hoarse voice suddenly rose in pitch, carrying a desperate, all-or-nothing resolve.

[Sacrifice?!]

You felt a jolt of surprise, a strange sense of unease creeping over you.

Monsters...sometimes they really are a race that's hard to understand.

Although you can scheme and plot for your cultivation level, you will still be somewhat moved when faced with such a pure and innocent heart.

[So be it, consider this a karmic debt owed to me today...]

If given the chance, would you help it in real life?

The next moment, countless tiny red specks of light burst forth from the enormous beast's body before you, dazzling and vibrant, but you knew that it was burning its own life essence.

Those points of light, carrying a scorching heat, floated slowly, enveloping you completely.

[You felt as if something within your body had been ignited; a domineering yet pure power rose from your inner world, surging wildly along your meridians.]

"Hmm~!"

[This pain is extremely similar to when you first awakened the Azure Phoenix Sacred Body; your mind is becoming increasingly clouded.]

[Then, amidst this extreme pain, she slowly drifted into a deep sleep...]

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