After many years, returning to Wuji Sect, Chen Pingping felt deeply moved once again.

Looking at the familiar yet unfamiliar sect, he suddenly remembered the past, when back then... Qingfeng had only him, and he took in a disciple, Guang Xiaoyu, on behalf of his master.

At that time, he had just recently crossed over.

Now, hundreds of years have passed, and everything has changed.

The group of people from his generation, there are few left, even Nangong Jue has aged greatly, his blood and energy depleted.

Chen Pingping strode towards Qingfeng, the environment remained the same, it was well-preserved here, except for some wild-growing plants, and beneath the lawn lay a skeleton.

It was Baili Jiansan's.

He said nothing, quietly stepped forward, and then paid a deep respect.

The small courtyard still stood but hadn't been maintained for a long time, it was in disrepair everywhere.

Moo!

The old yellow cow was also touched by the scene, let out a long bellow, while the carefree Hei bounced around.

He stood silently for a long time, without a word.

Many beautiful images crossed his mind.

After a long time, Chen Pingping let out a soft sigh, realizing that what he had always pursued was actually getting further and further away from him.

That silhouette, that beautiful face.

No matter how hard he tried, the distance only widened, never shortening.

"Master, I didn't really understand what you were trying to do before, but now... I understand, every farewell you treated as the last meeting," Chen Pingping exhaled a breath of turbid air.

The higher the realm, the stronger the power, the more he could feel Wen Yuqing's helplessness and pale inevitability, because she had to face an entire universe, all the Divine Clan.

She bore the last hope of the Wen Dynasty, also the last hope of the Human Clan.

But she was only one person.

How could such slender shoulders bear such immense pressure?

Could she be probably very tired?

Not to mention, Wen Yuqing had also gone through countless reincarnations, which was an even more terrifying torment.

Drifting further away?

Chen Pingping squinted his eyes.

Behind him…

Jiang Ni'er, Li Qi, Nangong Jue, Xu Feng, and many high-level members of the Wuji Sect, as well as the young disciples of the sect, were all watching Chen Pingping.

At this moment, the hope in their hearts was right here.

A gentle breeze blew by, and after an indefinite period, Chen Pingping finally let go of his sorrowful emotion, calmed down, and smiled: "Junior Brother, you've worked hard over the years."

Nangong Jue halted a moment, sighed, "As long as Senior Brother hasn't forgotten us, it's good."

Chen Pingping turned around: "How could I? Sect Master Hongxiu and I always remembered you all."

Nangong Jue forced a smile: "Senior Brother, how do you think we should cope with this calamity?"

"The Human Clan lacking a Great Emperor is indeed a fatal issue, incapable of uniting hearts. Of course, their realms are too low; even if combined, they aren't enough to match Divine Clan experts. Junior Brother, could you handle this issue?" Chen Pingping looked at him.

"Senior Brother means?" Nangong Jue frowned.

"The imprints of the Investiture of the Gods showing up on the Heaven Martial Continent is no coincidence, perhaps... an opportunity has come for the Human Clan. Once the imprints fully bloom, this world will undergo significant change, and by then, the Heaven Martial Continent will need someone with absolute authority to speak." Chen Pingping said.

A tiny opportunity.

Even if the Nine Heavens are fully doomed and all of the Human Clan perishes on that land, there's still the Heaven Martial Continent.

Life can still continue here.

If given a few more thousand years, maybe it can grow to match the land of the Nine Heavens.

Nangong Jue had a solemn expression: "Has the situation of the Nine Heavens deteriorated to such a degree?"

Chen Pingping replied, "For now it's still fine, but after some time, who knows. Once the slaughter in the Ancient City fully erupts, it will affect all of the Human Clan."

This was by no means an exaggeration, he had a premonition.

Therefore, for now, Heaven Martial is still a pure land.

An elderly Elder suddenly asked, "Chen, how long do you think it will be until the Divine Clan attacks again after this failure?"

Chen Pingping contemplated for a while before answering, "As short as three years, as long as ten."

The time was too pressing.

Everyone fell silent, their expressions grim.

"Within three years, I will do my utmost to find the Taoist Body, while all of you remain in Heaven Martial Continent. Moreover, stabilize all forces, find a way to unite them." Chen Pingping spoke, "Li Qi will also remain here to assist you, including... the Phoenix."

"Phoenix?"

"Where?"

"Is there really a Phoenix in this world?" They were astonished.

Call!

At that moment, a long cry came from above the sky.

The massive body of the Ancient Phoenix emerged, covered in flames. With a flap of its wings, the sky filled with fierce winds, the scorching aura spreading down wildly.

And that fearsome pressure.

Everyone was stunned, their eyes wide open.

"She will set up an array here, guarding one side. You don't need to worry too much," Chen Pingping scanned them.

Hearts pounded in everyone's chests.

There really was a Phoenix, so majestic, incredible!

Humph!

The Ancient Phoenix turned arrogantly, once again hiding in the void.

It wasn't that she couldn't shrink her size, but because... not long ago, she had initiated her bloodline inheritance, and is still in the process of inheriting now.

So her size couldn't change temporarily, she needed some time.

"Senior Brother, when do you leave?" Nangong Jue took a deep breath.

"Soon!" Chen Pingping said.

He wanted to take a walk around, casually observe if there were any traces of the Divine Clan remaining.

Nangong Jue nodded, then immediately brought out Xu Feng: "This is my only disciple left, he has good talent, but unfortunately... in an environment like the Heaven Martial Continent, he's severely restricted and unable to grow. If possible, could you take him to Sect Master Hongxiu?"

Xu Feng slightly opened his mouth, immediately said, "Master, I won't leave. I want to stay here."

Nangong Jue didn't respond to him, still looking at Chen Pingping.

The latter glanced at Xu Feng, generally saw the problem, indeed good talent, it would be a pity to stay here, but... now there's another issue.

The situation of the Nine Heavens Continent is similarly not optimistic. Bringing Xu Feng away might not be for his good, but may harm him.

But Nangong Jue wasn't wrong either, at least in the current Heaven Martial Continent, it was not suitable for a talent like Xu Feng to grow.

Well then!

Chen Pingping smiled, "Alright, I will take him to the Nine Heavens, but I hope he can still see you when he returns."

Nangong Jue forced a smile, "Thank you, Senior Brother." But he didn't respond to Chen Pingping's previous remarks...

He knew his own state.

Whether he could live till then was an unknown!

At this moment, a voice came from the depths of the Heaven Domain: "Nangong brat, have you forgotten this old lady?"

The Ancient Phoenix was more than just an array master, she also possessed the Undying Power!

"Leave Hei with you." Chen Pingping looked towards Li Qi, "The upcoming issues with the Heaven Martial Continent will be handled by you and Junior Brother Nangong."

"Yes, Master!" Li Qi nodded.

He had a premonition, an epic battle was about to break out, and he would witness the moment his Master made his utmost effort.

After making all the arrangements, Chen Pingping lingered for about an hour, then left with Lao Huang, Jiang Ni'er, and Xu Feng.

Of course, he didn't return to the Nine Heavens immediately but took a tour around this old land, and not finding any trace of the Divine Clan, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.