The sudden retreat of the disaster not only left the people of Qi Hua City puzzled but also made Qi Realm Dou Yanlan deeply anxious. Compared to Feng Yuan and the others, she was more worried about what her Soul Projection might do.
Even without much evidence, given what has happened so far, Qi Realm Dou Yanlan could not deny that her Soul Projection was quite special. After all, even Feng En hadn’t experienced such treatment. Although Feng En’s triggered disaster was not prevented at the time, she had a gut feeling that even if it was, the situation would not have been like this.
Especially with this seemingly nonsensical challenge, she became even more suspicious.
"What exactly is the challenge about today? If it’s an attack on us, she could have gone all out. Being afraid of you is no reason for this kind of act."
In the public lounge, Qi Chen asked Feng Yuan puzzledly. Even he could sense the problem, so it was unlikely Feng Yuan wouldn’t know anything. However, Feng Yuan was unsure why the Soul Projection acted this way, or how it had such capabilities.
Accomplishing almost Divine Beasts-like authority in a domain without Divine Beasts is not a simple matter. Feng Yuan didn’t understand, but felt this might be very important, as understanding it could explain why the attack on Qi Chen occurred.
"Very strange, her behavior is both orderly and disorderly. If she was fair, she wouldn’t have given us such opponents. But if unfair, she didn’t stop us from using Mythical Transformation power, and she retreated after victory."
Dou Yanlan voiced her confusion as she looked at the group. She simply couldn’t figure out what was going on; the Soul Projection’s behavior was too peculiar and contradictory, leaving her unable to deduce the truth.
"I feel the same, such contradictions, almost like a split personality. Even if beings from the Qi Realm have confused minds, it shouldn’t be like this."
War Qi Chen agreed, noting the oddities not only with the opponent but also throughout the whole process of battle.
Chaos and order coexisting, it’s strange no matter how you look at it.
"How about we go to the Qi Realm again? Maybe we’ll discover something?"
Qi Chen asked tentatively, feeling powerless in the Main World due to the presence of hostages, meaning their actions were heavily constrained.
"Even if we go to the Qi Realm, it won’t help if we can’t confront her Soul Projection. The issue is with her Soul Projection, not the Qi Realm itself, and visiting Qi Realm likely wouldn’t yield much."
Massaging his forehead, Feng Yuan spoke frustratedly, having considered another venture into the Qi Realm. However, all the abnormalities were related to Qi Realm Dou Yanlan’s Soul Projection, and during their last venture they couldn’t encounter her. Feng Yuan didn’t expect luck would strike on encountering the Soul Projection this time either.
Plus, with the Qi Realm starting the tide of disaster, Feng Yuan was uncertain if the internal structure of Qi Realm would shift, and causing disruption now could lead the Main World into disaster.
Despite his indifference, Feng Yuan had to consider whether such actions would turn the inhabitants of Qi Realm against the Main World.
"I tried to find her just now, and she didn’t appear. Whether she’s afraid of us or due to other reasons, I don’t think she’s the shy type."
War Qi Chen recalled something and spoke softly, prompting Feng Yuan to touch his chin and say
"Indeed, even though the situation during the disaster was severe, she still didn’t appear, and the instantaneous resolution of disaster hints at her authority..."
"Is there any issue?"
Dou Yanlan asked Feng Yuan curiously, not realizing the rapid disappearance of disaster might imply anything substantial. Feng Yuan thought for a moment and replied
"In our previous experiments, disaster could be identified as a natural calamity. Can you imagine a natural calamity disappearing with a wave of the hand? Especially one of such broad scope."
"If it’s Divine Beast-like authority, it might be possible. But why does she possess something akin to Divine Beast authority?"
Veronia muttered, looking at Feng Yuan as Feng Yuan shrugged his shoulders and replied
"I don’t know; this confuses me too. In Feng En’s records, I’ve never seen such occurrences recorded, meaning Feng En doesn’t possess this authority. But it’s understandable, since Feng En and his Soul Projection aren’t the same person."
"Yet... in Feng En’s files, his Soul Projection wasn’t that lively or proactive. This timeline’s Dou Yanlan, did she experience something unique, leading to this change?"
The question Feng Yuan posed puzzled everyone, as no one could think of a reasonable explanation. Qi Realm Dou Yanlan herself shouldn’t have any issues, otherwise Feng Yuan would have noticed long ago. Therefore, the variation centered around the Soul Projection.
However, with Soul Projection being a special mechanism of Qi Realm’s timeline, why did such change occur in Qi Realm Dou Yanlan’s Soul Projection alone? This is a question worth pondering deeply.
Or whether such changes could affect the Main World negatively.
"You wouldn’t really do something like that, do you truly believe in what they say?"
Han Qiuyue slapped Qi Realm Dou Yanlan’s shoulder with an unfriendly tone, then glanced at Han Qiuyue. Qi Realm Dou Yanlan whispered
"They didn’t say I should, nor did they prevent me from doing it, but... if the reflection of me in Qi Realm becomes the world’s enemy, then..."
"It is itself, and you are you. Even if you see a demon in the mirror, it shouldn’t be you paying the price. At worst, I’ll ask them to help eliminate that demon."
"No, they... they are dealing with her, just..."
After a prolonged silence, Qi Realm Dou Yanlan slowly spoke
"She’s hiding away, though their explanation suggests the projection and myself aren’t bound by life and death, my demise would likely harm her greatly; that moment, perhaps..."
"I won’t let you do that!"
Gripping Qi Realm Dou Yanlan’s shoulders forcefully, Han Qiuyue shouted sternly, her eyes widened as she took a deep breath and yelled
"He asked me to take care of you, knowing you’d hit dead ends with logic. You! Have you forgotten the promise you made with him?!"
"Until your promise is fulfilled, death! Is not just a matter concerning you alone!"
"But if my presence endangers more families..."
"It’s not your fault!"
"Come with me!"
After taking a deep breath, Han Qiuyue ceased further persuasion, recognizing her inability to stop Dou Yanlan’s irrational thoughts. However, they might succeed where she failed!
Thinking this, Han Qiuyue grasped Qi Realm Dou Yanlan’s hand and hurried toward their destination, Dou Yanlan tried to break free but discovered Han Qiuyue was using her Beast Tamer powers to suppress, while Qi Realm Dou Yanlan herself couldn’t wield her powers in resistance.
Perhaps, they didn’t wish for Qi Realm Dou Yanlan to act rashly.
The door was forcefully pushed open, and Feng Yuan curiously observed the intruders, Han Qiuyue glowered at Feng Yuan and shouted
"I need your help right now!"
Frowning slightly, Feng Yuan displayed dissatisfaction with her attitude, as she didn’t look like someone asking for assistance.
Pulling Qi Realm Dou Yanlan fiercely into the foreground, Han Qiuyue exclaimed
"This foolish woman wants to sacrifice herself to deal a heavy blow to her troublesome projection. I can’t convince her, so now it’s your turn!"
"Uh, why would you think that way? I doubt your action would help."
Oddly assessing Qi Realm Dou Yanlan, Feng Yuan found it hard to reconcile her with the composed demeanor she previously showed, as Dou Yanlan thought of something and tentatively stepped forward, saying
"Let me, I might understand your thoughts, but..."
Glancing at the wrathful Han Qiuyue, Dou Yanlan opted to pull her aside rather than persuading publicly, while War Qi Chen seemed to grasp something and whispered
"You... are alike..."
Qi Chen scratched his head in confusion. He couldn’t make sense of the situation, wondering why he alone was left in the dark.
Occasional argument intermittently captured the group’s attention, yet the fragmented overheard phrases couldn’t clarify the conversation’s topic.
No, War Qi Chen seemed to understand something, so he walked straight towards Qi Realm Dou Yanlan.
"I believe the me from this world matters greatly to you. Staying alone in this world requires courage, but to give up easily—do you think he’d be happy?"
"It’s not about others; you’re merely seeking an excuse."
"Although I once had similar thoughts, she and I agreed to travel through every city in the East Continent Great Xia, even if some needed reclaiming..."
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