Don't use yourself as payment for the commission!

But to Yae Sakura's surprise, the scene she had envisioned of Hakuhime's soul being instantly corrupted by Higokumaru's evil thoughts did not happen.

"MAN!"

On the contrary, as soon as he returned to the black box, he saw Bai Xun use a sharp elbow strike to knock down the vicious fox demon's elbow that was lunging at him. The evil thoughts lurking in the Holy Mark space not only could not harm Bai Xun's soul in the slightest, but were also being absorbed by him at a speed visible to the naked eye.

"The power of the Sheep God, kid!"

The true value of being invulnerable to the soul is on full display at this moment. Coupled with the high-level power of the Fire Demon Qi's ability to devour any dark energy (negative emotions and power), Bai Xun is more than fifty times stronger in the pure consciousness world of the Sacred Mark Space than in reality.

With each elbow strike and punch, wisps of black energy emanated from Hiyomaru's body and merged into Hakuhiro's body, causing his crimson dragon eyes to glow brightly. His muscular physique, already possessing a strong presence, also exhibited an increasingly pronounced dragonification tendency. From afar, he resembled a tall demon with a dragon's head and a human body. Every muscle on his body displayed the true meaning of "purity"—enough to earn him at least an "A-grade natural physique" on the moon.

"Wow, that's a pro!"

"Boss, save my teeth!"

As Bai Xun's demonic energy grew stronger, Fei Yu Wan's power rapidly weakened, and he even embarrassingly begged Yae Sakura, who was watching in disbelief, for help.

"Shut up, Himeko! Don't ruin my plans!"

Another sharp elbow strike landed as Hiyokumaru's long, fox-like mouth slanted out to the side, its bright red lips resembling a dragon fruit feast.

While continuing to suppress Hiyomaru, Hakuhiro turned his head and shouted at Yae Sakura with his dragon head bearing prominent dragon horns.

"Sakura, my physical body isn't completely immune to the corruption of the Scarlet Prison Maru yet, go and hold my place!"

Despite the dual suppression of the Black Box and Judah, Hakuhiro's physical body was in direct contact with the Black Box, so he would inevitably be affected by the corruption of the Scarlet Prison Pill.

Before obtaining the Horse Talisman, Haku Xun's physical body was still easily restricted; at the pure soul level, it was a super large cup, while at the physical level, it was a stinky medium cup.

"it is good!"

With only the desire to help Ling find relief, Yae Sakura forced herself to ignore Hiyomaru's incessant calls of "Big Sister," and turned around to merge directly into Hakuhiro's body through the power of the black box.

Instead of taking over this body with great potential, it used its power, which had been counterbalanced by Hiyomaru for the past 500 years, to suppress the corrosive force that was eroding Hakuhiro's body.

No longer needing to sacrifice her own will to neutralize Higokumaru's evil intentions, only needing to expend power to resist a small amount of corrosive power, this was not a difficult task for Yae Sakura.

The battle inside the black box was completely predictable. Hakuhiro, who possessed the power of the Goat, was immune to corruption and could even devour the power of Higokumaru to strengthen himself. It was like he was beating up a kid.

[Successfully absorbed the evil intent of the Corrupting Herrscher, demonization increased by 11.4%]

Current status: 13.6% Fire Power, 14.8% Dragon Transformation, 27.4% Demon Transformation, and 18.6% Overall Fire Demon Transformation.

In reality, Bai Xun suddenly opened his crimson dragon eyes, and three cherry-colored tomoe took shape behind him, transforming into holy marks to help him further control the power of the Corruptor.

At this moment, Himeko's aura began to decrease rapidly, drastically, and violently!

As Bai Xun opened his eyes, Fei Yu Wan kicked his legs and collapsed to the ground with a thud, sticking out his tongue, turning into a wisp of black smoke and returning to the black box.

Having successfully suppressed the Scarlet Jade Pill, the black box in Bai Xun's hand suddenly emitted wisps of black energy, which decomposed, deformed, and reassembled in the process of trembling, until it was reforged into a sinister black and red katana.

The twelfth key of the gods, Jizo-mitsuru, was finally completed after 50,000 years.

[Completed the commission, obtained the Stigmata [Sakura of the Other Shore] and 1 lottery draw chance]

Stigmata: [Higanbana]

Description: A stigma formed by the combined power of Yae Sakura and the Herrscher of Corruption. It contains the consciousness of both Yae Sakura and the Herrscher of Corruption, greatly enhancing the holder's Honkai energy resistance and granting partial authority over the Herrscher of Corruption.

Note: This stigmata is a matching set with the Divine Key: Jizo Mitama. It's recommended to try the Spartan Family Legendary Stigmata.

"The demonization level is quite high. Luckily, I have the Tiger Talisman, otherwise I always feel like something unexpected might happen."

Bai Xun sensed the complex and varied powers within his body. Although they were chaotic and disorganized, they were clearly distinct and showed no signs of going berserk or out of control. This made Bai Xun marvel once again at the Tiger Talisman's incredible auxiliary effects.

"This knife is quite good."

Texas looked at the Jizo Mitama in Bai Xun's hand and, unusually, took the initiative to speak.

"It's really good, and this thing can also transform at will."

Bai Xun looked at the menacing black and red katana in his hand, and it seemed rather rare.

"Hiyomaru, give me a transformation. This katana looks rather unusual now."

"What's so rare about that! The boss always uses weapons like this!"

As Bai Xun finished speaking, a chibi-style fox-eared loli suddenly emerged from the blade. Her appearance was very similar to Yae Sakura, only more playful and childlike. She was none other than Higokumaru after all the evil thoughts had been devoured by Bai Xun.

Of course, it would be more appropriate to call it Himeko-maru now.

"I told you to change it, so change it. Otherwise, I'll just completely remodel you into a Palico! And with the Palico skin!"

"Boss, he's yelling at me!"

Himeko flew angrily behind Yae Sakura, who had reappeared, and bared her teeth and breathed on Hakuhiro.

But Yae Sakura simply tapped Himeko's head affectionately, then bowed respectfully to Hakuhime in thanks.

"I am very grateful to my benefactor this time. As stated in the contract, I will be at your service from now on and will never have any disloyalty."

The outcome was far better than Yae Sakura had anticipated. She had been prepared to sacrifice herself to permanently seal Hiyomaru, but in the end, not only did she not completely disappear, but Rin was also reborn.

The latter, in particular, made her feel even more gratified.

"Just keep Himeko in check. I'll definitely call you out when I need you."

Bai Xun waved indifferently, and Yae Sakura nodded, transforming into scattered cherry blossoms and returning to the stigmata on Bai Xun's back.

Suppressing Higokumaru was less of a mission for her and more of a fulfillment of a promise she made to Kallen.

Five hundred years ago, she was swayed by the villagers' will to kill her own sister, and under the influence of the Higokumaru, she massacred all the villagers. After that, she made a pact with Karen to guard the Higokumaru. From beginning to end, she lived in accordance with the wishes of others.

Now that Higomaru has been purified and her promise to Kallen has been fulfilled, Yae Sakura is at a loss as to what to do next.

All she could do was stay by Bai Xun's side and wait for the time when her benefactor needed her.

Back in the Stigmata Space, Yae Sakura stood before the shrine, looking at Himeko, a fox-eared loli, who was facing her, with a slightly complicated expression.

Now, how should we get along with this little guy?

In reality, Bai Xun swung the Jizo Mitama in his hand with satisfaction. The Jizo Mitama had transformed into a jet-black straight sword that could spew fire. He stroked the familiar sword blade, his eyes almost brimming with tears.

"Ranjiro, it turns out you've always been with me all along /(ㄒoㄒ)/~~"

Like other Divine Keys, Jizo Mitama also has the basic ability to change its form at will. Its main additional ability is undoubtedly the Herrscher of Erosion Core, which allows the holder to obtain the power of the Herrscher of Erosion and erode and distort all living things, machines and data.

The more normal way to use it is like Ling from the previous civilization, directly eroding the data, invading the nuclear silo, and launching all the nuclear missiles to warm all of humanity.

Inappropriate usage...

"Honkai Impact 3rd, activate!"

The Herrscher of Corruption's ability can corrupt both the physical body and the mind, so theoretically it can be used as a super hypnosis app.

If Bai Xun wanted to, he could even turn Honkai Impact 3rd into Honkai Impact 3rd Reborn, but compared to Honkai Impact 3rd Reborn, Bai Xun was more interested in seeing the last ability of the [Higanbana] stigmata that the system had prompted him to use.

"De Dog, A-Quan, watch closely, I'm going to show you what the Spartan family's passing the torch is all about."

After the Spring Spirit and Texas looked at him with some confusion, Bai Xun grinned, then suddenly flipped his sword and used Jizo Mitama to pierce his own chest.

"Hey?"

The Spring Spirit was somewhat dumbfounded, while Texas frowned slightly, wondering what Bai Xun was doing.

But in the next second, along with the rising flames, a pair of soft, swaying, long fox ears appeared on Bai Xun's head, instantly catching Texas's eye.

What kind of milk are you squeezing? (Image)

Chapter 61 German Dog: Brother, hello Silver Key

They're coming to inspect tomorrow, so I'm working overtime at school to finish some paperwork and engage in formalism. I can't write 4,000 words, so I'll just post a free 2000-word chapter for now. I'll try to update earlier tomorrow.

Unlike the original storyline where Yae Sakura directly transformed the core of the Herrscher of Corruption into Theresa's stigmata, the [Herrscher of the Other Shore] stigmata held by Bai Xun mainly houses the consciousness of Yae Sakura and Rin, possessing only a portion of the Herrscher of Corruption's power. The true core of the Herrscher of Corruption remains within Jizo Mitama.

When Bai Xun used Jizo Mitama to perform the Spartan family legend, the core of the Corruption Herrscher within Jizo Mitama also completely merged with the [Higanbana] stigmata, and the fox demon power belonging to Himeko instantly corroded Bai Xun's body.

Furthermore, under Bai Xun's deliberate guidance, it combined with the fire power within his body and the dragon vein, ultimately merging into a brand-new manifestation of power.

The delicate pink and swaying fox ears, the pink and white feathered coat that blooms like flower petals, the bright purple fox tail with its fluffy fur surrounded by a quietly burning ghostly blue foxfire, and the already handsome features now imbued with the alluring charm of a "fox".

The stigmata [Higanbana] has been temporarily fused with the Jizo Mitama, and with the power of the dragon vein and flames, it has gained a special form [Flame Fox Dragon]

[Flame Fox Dragon Form]: A special form formed by the erosion of the physical body by the power of a demon fox, influenced by the dragon veins and flame power possessed by the host.

This form greatly enhances physical strength, fire abilities, and charm, and each attack carries corrosive power. The skill's duration requires the continuous consumption of Honkai energy stored within the Jizo Mitama, with a maximum duration of 30 minutes.

Note: If it weren't for the Tiger Talisman, you would have blown yourself up several times over by now.

"Hey, how did you turn into a fox?"

Upon seeing the drastically changed Bai Xun, A-Quan couldn't resist curiously poking Bai Xun's pink fox ears, causing the latter to shake his head in annoyance.

"Stop moving it, I haven't gotten used to the four-channel sound yet. Heaven knows how Terrans got used to it."

As he said this, Bai Xun couldn't help but turn to look at Texas, which also had four channels.

But then he noticed that the gray wolf, which was usually calm and taciturn, seemed to be looking at him strangely, and its soft fox ears twitched involuntarily.

“Texas?”

Texas did not respond immediately to Bai Xun's call. Instead, she walked to Bai Xun's side and twitched her nose slightly, familiarizing herself with his current appearance in a wolf-like manner.

But something about what he said was off.

"Bai Xun, you smell so good..."

"Alas!"

Upon hearing this, Bai Xun instantly recalled what the giant Goliath had said to him when he and Chen infiltrated the Sarkaz tavern a while ago. He immediately felt a bit PTSD, took two steps back to create some distance between himself and Texas, and began chanting at an extremely fast pace.

"I know I'm very handsome and charming right now, but please be a little reserved. We're not at the point of dating yet. Can we start as friends?"

Texas: "?"

Texas, who had initially been quite affected by the [Flame Fox Dragon's] charm due to their shared canine nature, instantly snapped back to reality, twitched her erect wolf ears, and gave a somewhat troubled look.

"That's enough?"

Although Texas thought that if Bai Xun went to Syracuse with her current appearance, she would probably be "invited" home by some young lady of a family that very night, especially the Volper family, this did not include Texas.

Texas has always been rational and taciturn, and would never be influenced by such things.

Although this guy is indeed ridiculously good-looking, it seems that the characteristic of volppers being more attractive than women is also reflected in Bai Xun, who suddenly becomes a volpper.

"You absorbed the power of Higokumaru and changed your race?"

Texas, who was seeing this amazing operation for the first time, couldn't help but ask a question, as she had never heard of such Originium Arts.

But then I thought that Bai Xun could bring me to a brand new world, so this little trick wasn't so unbelievable.

"It's only temporary, and I'm not a pure Vulper anymore; my dragon bloodline is actually more pronounced."

Bai Xun wagged his tail somewhat uncomfortably and casually offered an explanation, then clenched his fist, feeling the unprecedented physical strength he now possessed.

Although the price is that people often call him "bro, you smell good" because of his current appearance, the benefits are also quite significant. Bai Xun estimates that he doesn't even need a weapon when he encounters Chupacabra now. He can just use a Strong Hand Skull Crack followed by Subduing Power and then a Breathtaking Strike to kill the opponent on the spot. He doesn't even need to use his ultimate move, Deliberate Punch.

The only problem is that this fake Flame Fox Dragon can't open its Heavenly Eye yet, otherwise its combat power could probably double.

Bai Xun shook his head with considerable regret, dispelling his Flame Fox Dragon form, causing Texas, who had been watching intently, to also turn away with regret.

To reiterate, Texas would never be seduced by a handsome man, but that doesn't stop her from taking a second look.

Bai Xun's Volpo form looks so good! I can't imagine what he would look like if he could transform into Lupo.

After the strange four-channel audio effect was gone, Bai Xun nodded in satisfaction and then started the lottery again.

As a super lucky player, you have to draw whenever you have stones; saving up for one draw is a sign of distrust in your own luck.

"I hear the echo of great fortune! Now, draw a card!"

As Bai Xun finished speaking, a dazzling silver-white light suddenly tore through space and appeared before his eyes, slowly drifting down into his hand and revealing its true form.

It was a cross-shaped key, entirely silver-white, with mysterious vine patterns engraved on it. The exquisite and beautiful engravings made it look more like a classical work of art or a ritual object than a real, usable key.

[Item Obtained: Silver Key]

Item: Silver Key (Bound)