đ Chapter 1090 - Bam!
As Wang Baole and the others sat down, the atmosphere of the birthday celebration also turned a bit strange. Originally, Reverend Heaven-Learned should have been the focus of all attention, but⌠at that moment, most of the cultivators on the giant beasts were looking at Wang Baole.
Among these people, there were some who had encountered him during the trial, and some who had not. Xu Yinling and Chen Han, who had regenerated his body, were in their midst. However, compared to the others, these two people were unsurprised by Wang Baoleâs performance.
âDaddy is worthy of being my daddy after all. Incredible, amazing!â Chen Han sighed internally. The more he thought about it, the more he felt that meeting Wang Baole really was this rebirthâs great opportunity.
On the other hand, Xu Yinlingâs whole body was shaking, and she couldnât help but recall that terrifying feeling when she watched Wang Baole immersed in his tenth life, as if she was looking at the center of the universe. Unknowingly, her breathing hastened, and redness appeared on her faceâŚ
For some reason, the more nervous and terrified she was, the greater her excitement becameâŚ
But it wasnât just the cultivators on the giant beasts down below looking at Wang Baole. Even Xie Haiyang and Xing Jignzi sitting on their islands were also looking at him.
Xie Haiyang was internally shocked, but he was already quite familiar with Wang Baole. Thus, when he looked at Divine Emperor Kigaâs ninth disciple and the seventh Dao Child of the Nine Provinces Dao sitting there as if they were facing a great enemy, he could more or less guess the truth.
For Xie Haiyang, the reason he was able to succeed in gaining enlightenment of his tenth life was only partly related to his own talent. The more important aspect was that he had been lucky enough to be sent to a remote area in the trial land. Thus, he wasnât affected by the snatching of light of guidance that was going on in other places. This luck was the key to his success.
âBut Iâm still nothing compared to Sect Uncle Baole⌠Looking at his attack just now, his battle prowess has grown to an unbelievable level during this trial!â Xie Haiyang took a deep breath. He once again became determined to serve Wang Baole with all his heart in order to resolve his fatherâs crisis.
As for the black-robed Xing Jingzi, sitting there with the big sword on his back and exuding a powerful baleful aura, his expression had turned extremely solemn. When he glanced over at Wang Baole from time to time, there was no hostility in his gaze, but only a powerful battle intent.
Seemingly sensing his battle intent, the sword on his back rumored to be a devil blade also vibrated slightly, but this vibration caused Xing Jingzi to be even more shocked.
His heart was one with his devil blade, so he knew that the bladeâs vibration was not excitement for battle. Instead, it was⌠fear!
âMy devil blade is⌠afraid?â Stunned, Xing Jingzi fell into deep thought.
It wasnât just these people who were observing Wang Baole. There were also⌠the eighty-nine seemingly nonexistent projections on the other islands. When they saw Reverend Heaven-Learned return Wang Baoleâs bow, all of them turned their heads to look at him.
Before participating in the trial, Wang Baole had only thought that these projections were unfathomable. But now, he looked at them with a different frame of mind, sighing in reminiscence.
There was also that old servant next to Reverend Heaven-Learned. He stared at Wang Baole with some doubts in his eyes, but it was time for the banquet to start, so⌠the old servant didnât think too much. With a flick of his sleeve, his aged voice echoed out in all directions.
âThe banquet begins!â
Celestial music fell from the sky as ethereal tones reverberated in everyoneâs ears. As the sound spread across Planet Heavenâs Mandate, all the distracting thoughts in everyoneâs minds dissipated, and they became awash with peace and clarity. Fairy-like figures seemed to emerge from the music, stepping forward and bringing celestial fruit and wine to each island, respectfully placing them down.
The cultivators on the giant beasts naturally werenât neglected either. As the celestial music washed over them along with a cool breeze, celestial fruit and wine appeared in front of them as well. The slightly suffocated atmosphere immediately turned lively as cultivators flew out one after another, cupping their fists at Reverend Heaven-Learned and sending blessings and birthday gifts.
Every now and then, Reverend Heaven-Learned would nod and smile, and the projections on the island would occasionally give him a toast. If nobody knew the truth beforehand, they would have no idea that the ones toasting were just fake projections.
âOr maybe they arenât really fakeâŚâ Wang Baole narrowed his eyes. He looked around at the lively celebration, and when his gaze swept over the projections, they would smile and raise their glasses to him.
Wang Baole returned the gestures and slowly sipped at his wine. Finally, his gaze fell on Reverend Heaven-Learned. The old man seemed to sense his gaze, because he too turned his head to look at Wang Baole.
When their gazes met, Wang Baole seemed to fall into a daze. Those old and wise eyes made him feel like he had returned to being the little white deer in the city lordâs courtyard, watching the old ape sitting among a maze of rocks and celebrating his birthday with the other auspicious beasts.
âLong time no see.â Wang Baole took a deep breath and collected himself. His voice was so soft that others couldnât hear it, but Reverend Heaven-Learned obviously received his words. A meaningful smile appeared on the old manâs face as his lips moved. An aged voice echoed in Wang Baoleâs ears that only he could hear.
"Welcome back."
Wang Baole chuckled and didnât say anything more. Reverend Heaven-Learned also laughed, shaking his head before looking away. As the banquet continued, the sun slowly grew lower and lower on the horizon. Finally, when the day was almost over and the setting sun cast a crimson afterglow on the celebration, suddenly⌠a familiar figure flew out from the giant snake that had carried Wang Baole.
âMoon Star Sect disciple Li Wanâer wishes the reverend a happy birthday on behalf of my sectâs old ancestor. Spring and autumn come and go, and years pass by in perpetuity; may your life be like an ever-waxing moon or a never-setting sun. May you live as long as the universe, never suffering injury or loss. May your everlasting posterity be written in the book of fate!â
The one who spoke was Li Wanâer, who was wearing a flowing blue dress. Although the mask on her face prevented people from seeing her true appearance, her lilting voice still made people feel that she was extremely beautiful. Combined with her long hair fluttering in the wind, her elegant demeanor was unforgettable from the first glance.
Her words were equally elegant, full of profound meaning. In particular, the final sentence caused Wang Baoleâs expression to change.
The âbook of fateâ should be referring to a certain book that held a lifetime in each page. And the âposterityâ should be related to inheritance.
These words made Wang Baoleâs eyes light up. He took a glance at Li Wanâer before turning and looking at Reverend Heaven-Learned again. Surprisingly, the reverend was actually laughing.
This wasnât a polite smile like before, but true, hearty laughter. It was unknown whether this was because of the birthday wishes, or because of the person Li Wanâer had come on behalf of.
âWhy didnât your old ancestor come in person?â Reverend Heaven-Learned asked after laughing.
âThe old ancestor is in seclusion. He will exit in sixty-eight years.â Li Wanâer bowed her head and replied respectfully.
âWhy bother?â Reverend Heaven-Learned shook his head and picked up his wine glass, taking a big gulp. Li Wanâer bowed again, glanced at Wang Baole, and returned to the back of the giant snake.
Wang Baole narrowed his eyes. While he ruminated over the undertones of that conversation, another person flew out from a different giant beast. This person was covered in a black robe, and it was impossible to tell whether they were male or female. As soon as they flew into the air, they spoke some words that made Wang Baoleâs eyes narrow and caused Xu Yinling to tremble.
âThis nameless slave is here on behalf of Matriarch Zi Yue to wish the reverend a happy birthday. The matriarch is unable to come in person due to some matters, so she sent me to ask a questionâŚ
âShe said that she has recently recovered some of her memories, and would like to ask the reverend when she will remember everything in full!â
âIn sixty-eight years!â Reverend Heaven-Learnedâs expression didnât change as he answered freely.
âMany thanks, Reverend. The matriarch also sent me here to take someone away.â The person in black nodded and turned to look at Xu Yinling.
Xu Yinlingâs breathing instantly became chaotic. Her body trembled even more, but she involuntarily stood up and began walking toward the black-robed person. However, her eyes were full of struggle, and she forced herself to turn and look at Wang Baole with a pleading gaze.
Reverend Heaven-Learned frowned slightly, but he didnât stop what was happening.
On the other hand, Wang Baole narrowed his eyes. After pondering for a moment, he gently placed the wine glass in his hand back down. But the moment it touched the table, the wine glass in his hand seemed to be replaced by a black wooden board. Although the illusory black wooden board appeared for only an instant, when it struck the table, a crisp knocking sound echoed out!
Bam!
The black-robed person instantly shuddered. All of a sudden, their body exploded into a bloody mist, dissipating between heaven and earth. Xu Yinling also shuddered, coughing up a mouthful of blood and coming to a halt. Regaining control of her body, she gave Wang Baole a deep bow of gratitude.