Chapter 1326 - 278: Meeting (Part 2)

Until the two of them arrived at the Mariana Trench, as they passed through a faint blue light membrane, Fang Yuqiong immediately felt the energy fluctuations around them becoming complex and eerie.

"A detection barrier, merely a necessary security measure,"

The Demigod explained simply, then once again led the way downward until the two of them went underground and arrived before a cave.

In front of the cave, two members of the Sea King Tribe stood side by side, guarding the entrance like loyal dogs.

The Demigod entered first, Fang Yuqiong followed closely behind, and seeing this, the two Sea King Clan members showed no reaction.

This matter had already been permitted by the Earth’s Will, and Fang Yuqiong was personally brought by Lord Demigod, so the so-called security check was naturally unnecessary—in fact, the current Demigod and Earth’s Will had little wariness toward Fang Yuqiong.

Earth’s Will even pre-arranged for the Demigod to treat Fang Yuqiong courteously, not to do anything to upset him.

As the Commander-in-Chief of Yanjing, moreover, as the only card the Earth’s Will could play on the tiered battleground, its attention to Fang Yuqiong wasn’t excessive.

Seeing this, Fang Yuqiong mentally breathed a sigh of relief—no security check, no body search, no memory probe, it saved a lot of trouble, and spared the many countermeasures Fang Yuqiong had prepared.

...

The passage was long and winding, extending to unknown places, but Fang Yuqiong felt no impatience; he just followed the Demigod, chatting about "world events", and they set some strategies of "good for you, good for me, not so good for others". Until they delved into the magma layer, the Demigod finally emitted a spiritual fluctuation.

Accompanying the transmission of the spiritual fluctuation, in a moment, a strange creature covered all over by black rock emerged from the magma sea, crawling toward the two of them.

"Let’s go."

When the Demigod finished speaking, he climbed onto the back of the Black Rock Soul Puppet, followed closely by Fang Yuqiong. The Demigod waved his hand again, enveloping them both in a dark red light curtain, and then the Black Rock Soul Puppet quickly descended, heading toward the depths of the magma sea.

Standing on the body of the Black Rock Puppet, Fang Yuqiong chatted with the Demigod while sensing the forward path of the Black Rock Puppet—heading straight for the origin of Earth’s nucleus.

The location should be correct; just unclear whether this time he would meet the actual body of Earth’s Will, or some deceptive carbon copy...

...

In truth, Fang Yuqiong had underestimated Earth’s Will’s regard for him.

When the Demigod led Fang Yuqiong into a cave deep within the magma, Fang Yuqiong immediately realized that he had come to the right place this time.

In front of him, a massive light sphere emitted rich Origin Energy, and the atmosphere of comfort and peace around it made Fang Yuqiong feel a deep sense of safety as if immersed in a mother’s embrace.

He squinted his eyes, savoring this tranquil feeling for a moment, then slowly opened his eyes, unconsciously bowing his head in front of the great light sphere.

"Greetings, Master,"

There was no need for the Demigod to elaborate further, nor for Earth’s Will to verify its identity, that soul-stirring palpitation was genuine!

Until a will slowly awakened within the light sphere, then emitted tiny spots of light that gathered into a genderless shadow.

The shadow walked slowly toward Fang Yuqiong, stretched out its hand, and brushed it against Fang Yuqiong’s forehead.

"Bless you, my child..."

The grandiose voice emanating from the depths of the soul instantly made Fang Yuqiong feel that opposing it was a mistake, but his ability to catch Lin Haifeng’s attention naturally set him apart from others.

Fang Yuqiong quickly suppressed that thought, showing no sign of it on his face, only quietly waiting. Until the light points on Earth’s Will slowly dissipated, merging into Fang Yuqiong’s body; accompanied by soothing Origin Energy circulating within him, Fang Yuqiong realized his divine beast innate ability had unexpectedly strengthened.

"Just a small gift for the meeting,"

Perceiving Fang Yuqiong’s intention to express thanks, Earth’s Will spoke first, interrupting Fang Yuqiong’s words, then stood before Fang Yuqiong and the Demigod, observing his two capable generals.

"I heard you wanted to see me?"

Even with his head down, Fang Yuqiong sensed that these words were directed at him.

Upon hearing them, Fang Yuqiong immediately nodded, raising his head for the first time to look at Earth’s Will.

"I just wanted to meet my dear Earth Mother."

Perhaps it was Fang Yuqiong’s humble demeanor, or perhaps his respectful term "Mother", at this moment, Earth’s Will was indeed pleased. Its interest piqued, it waved its hand once more.

Another wave of Origin Energy drifted out from the light sphere, conducting another small-scale baptism of Origin Energy on Fang Yuqiong, until the baptism was complete, Earth’s Will returned to the light sphere representing the body.

"Coincidentally, I wanted to meet you too."

...

Watching the pleasant conversation between Fang Yuqiong and Earth’s Will, the Demigod couldn’t help but feel uncomfortable.

Like a fostered child bride he’d carefully cultivated being taken directly to the wedding chamber by a third party, the Demigod hadn’t quite absorbed what Earth’s Will and Fang Yuqiong were discussing; he was just deeply consumed by the negative emotion named "jealousy".

"Demigod..."

"Demigod?"

"Demigod?!"

Until the voice of his master rang in his ears, only then did the Demigod regain clarity, lifting his head in bewilderment, gazing toward the front.

At the front, the large light sphere subtly rippled, seemingly dissatisfied with the Demigod’s performance; noticing the Demigod regaining awareness, Earth’s Will spoke once more.

But the tone was much colder compared to the earlier lively exchange with Fang Yuqiong.

"What are you thinking?"

"Nothing...just feeling a bit uneasy..."

The Demigod briefly suppressed his fuzzy thoughts, glossing over his emotions, then he asked.

"What’s the matter, Master?"

"I just discussed some things with Yuqiong, go back and discuss them with Yuqiong. Leave this matter to you."

Exactly what was said, the Demigod naturally did not know. But it didn’t hinder him from confidently accepting the task.

"Now, I’m a bit tired too, you may leave first..."

Saying so, the brilliance of the large light sphere dimmed, the Demigod prepared to leave with Fang Yuqiong, but Fang Yuqiong, having turned around, seemed to recall something.

"By the way, Master, I have a question..."

"What is it?"