CHAPTER 322: CHAPTER 308: THAT’S HAO LIAN!

Leng Shuqin... felt something?

Feeling a spark of curiosity, Shi Nian asked, "Little System, since the Heavenly Dao can control life at will, aren’t these protagonists merely controlled puppets?"

Little System responded, "Most people’s fates are decreed by heaven, and very few can defy and change their fate. These fates, while born from the Heavenly Dao, cannot be arbitrarily altered by it. It is more akin to a preset program, which can only operate according to its programming. In theory, the Heavenly Dao of such a small world should not even develop consciousness. But this particular Heavenly Dao is choosing the children of destiny on its own, even intervening actively, which clearly indicates it has developed self-awareness. Or perhaps, it has already become a sentient being."

Shi Nian frowned slightly, this Heavenly Dao seemed like a difficult opponent to deal with.

Little System continued, "But there must be a reason why the Heavenly Dao chooses these individuals to be the protagonists. Otherwise, why would it bestow such fortune upon others for no reason? To grant them such fate, it must come at a cost to itself."

As Little System spoke, a sense of bewilderment came over it.

In the story of the four pairs of protagonists, rather than saying that Yin Yu and Mu Jiangyue are the main characters, it is more accurate to say that the system is the protagonist.

After viewing the memories of that system, they understood that it had devoured numerous souls, including those of Immortal Emperor Level powerhouses.

The system was the true protagonist of destiny. Yin Yu was merely a vessel waiting to be consumed by it.

By that logic, the Heavenly Dao had truly chosen a total of seven individuals.

Little System always felt there was some kind of connection between these seven people, but for now, this connection remained elusive.

At this moment, they didn’t have the time to delve into the truth.

Only after resolving the matters at hand would it be time for the ultimate battle with the Heavenly Dao.

In Little System’s monitoring, Dongfang Zhang and Leng Shuqin had already arrived at the battlefield.

Both as Independent Practitioners, they had to first register at the entrance of the military camp.

Leng Shuqin, having lost the Golden Finger and not yet reaching the Golden Core Stage, was directly placed in the Independent Practitioner Camp.

Dongfang Zhang, being at the Mahayana Realm, was highly valued by the Human Clan, and the high-ranking officials personally met with him.

Shi Nian had already sent a message ahead of time, warning Lin Bai and Ling Tian Sword Master to be wary of Dongfang Zhang.

Initially, forcibly driving him away might have been a strategy.

But Shi Nian felt that given the modus operandi of that Heavenly Dao, even if they drove him away, it would find another way to meet the Third Senior Brother and reveal his identity.

Better to keep such a person under close watch instead.

As long as they could delay it until the final hour.

Even if the Third Senior Brother were recognized, she could arrive in an instant.

By then, there would be nothing to fear!

"Brother Dongfang," Lin Bai greeted with a smile, "All these years, I’ve heard quite a few stories about you."

Dongfang Zhang smiled, "Lin Bai Sword Immortal is said to be the preeminent figure of the Human World."

Dongfang Zhang spoke casually, even though in his words he seemed very nonchalant.

As a reincarnation of an Immortal Emperor from the Immortal World, Dongfang Zhang’s cultivation was not inferior to Lin Bai’s. In actual combat, he might even be slightly stronger than Lin Bai, so his confidence was justified.

"This title of being the number one in the Human World is nothing but flattery from others. In fact, it is Brother Dongfang who is the truly unfathomable one. Not to mention anything else, just the many beauties you’re acquainted with are enough to make one envious." Lin Bai said with a laugh.

Dongfang Zhang waved his hand dismissively, "Just casual dalliances."

Lin Bai chuckled, "Of course, with Brother Dongfang’s cultivation, how could ordinary women catch your eye. However, I seem to recall hearing about a certain woman, a beauty that Brother Dongfang desperately sought after?"

As he spoke, Lin Bai’s expression was peculiar.

Dongfang Zhang’s face changed instantly, and he clenched his teeth, "She is nothing but a thief! Brother Lin, let’s not talk about her!"

Dongfang Zhang was truly angry!

Despite his expertise in reconnaissance, he had been thoroughly deceived by that person, who ended up plundering his lair.

It was an utter humiliation.

Dongfang Zhang had been itching for revenge ever since but the person vanished as if evaporated from the Human World, leaving no trace behind.

Seeing Little System’s live broadcast, Shi Nian grew curious as well, but out of consideration for Dongfang Zhang’s presence, she refrained from communicating with Lin Bai, which made her incredibly anxious.

But a cross-dressing boss who had thoroughly deceived Dongfang Zhang and got away with it...

Shi Nian couldn’t help but think of her gentle and beautiful junior uncle.

If Dongfang Zhang was indeed tricked by her junior uncle...

Then all she could say was, well played.

Meanwhile, Lin Bai engaged Dongfang Zhang in prolonged conversation, dragging out the time.

On the other side, Leng Shuqin was approached by several Loose Cultivators, who kept her from leaving the camp.

An hour.

Only half an hour left now.

As long as they hold on, and mainly give Shi Nian time to get there.

Then, nothing else will matter!

Leng Shuqin also faintly sensed that the other Independent Practitioners seemed to be deliberately preventing her from leaving.

But if she can’t leave, then she can’t leave, what of it?

No sooner had this thought arisen than Leng Shuqin felt an instant splitting headache.

She suddenly had a strong premonition that she had to get out.

"I want to go out too, but there are so many people watching me," Leng Shuqin tried hard to communicate with the existence that was mysteriously controlling her.

No sooner had she thought this in her mind than those few Independent Practitioners seemed to be bewildered by something and suddenly stood there in a daze.

Leng Shuqin was startled for a moment, then seized the opportunity to rush out.

A hundred arenas, a sea of people and demons.

But Leng Shuqin’s eyes were immediately drawn to Yun Jian on one of the arenas.

Her eyes lit up!

Hao Lian!

That was Hao Lian!

Leng Shuqin struggled to push her way through the crowd.

Last time, she had been tricked by the Demon Clan Saintess, not only losing the Golden Finger but also being driven out.

But Leng Shuqin believed.

None of this was Hao Lian’s true intention.

If Hao Lian had to choose himself, he would definitely choose to be with her for a lifetime.

Moreover, this life’s Dongfang Zhang hadn’t been particularly tender toward her either, which made Leng Shuqin miss even more the Demon Clan youth who had silently covered for her in the mines.

Leng Shuqin continued to forcibly make her way through.

Now, she had only one thought in mind.

No matter what, she had to stand in front of Hao Lian and ask him if he still wanted to marry her.

If he agrees.

She is willing to abandon everything and go with him to the Demon World.

Time. Only one stick of incense left.

In the main hall.

Lin Bai was still trying to chat idly with Dongfang Zhang to stall for time, and said, "Speaking of that woman who deceived Brother Dongfang, I might have some clues."

"Oh?" Dongfang Zhang was indeed interested.

Lin Bai was about to explain in detail.

Suddenly, he seemed to be controlled by some force, blanking out for an instant.

Dongfang Zhang was as if drawn by something and went straight out the door.

By the time Lin Bai regained his senses, Dongfang Zhang was already in the sky and caught sight of Leng Shuqin!

He had never been particularly interested in Leng Shuqin.

But now, seeing Leng Shuqin’s eyes filled only with a demon.

Dongfang Zhang’s expression instantly turned cold.

His woman, he can discard.

But her, just having turned her back on him and thinking about someone else, that’s courting death!

This life’s Dongfang Zhang did not have the tolerance for Leng Shuqin like he had in the previous life!

He stretched out his hand expressionlessly, and in the next instant, Leng Shuqin was lifted into the air and directly sucked up to him.

"Do you know that male demon?" Dongfang Zhang asked coldly.