Chapter 221 – Xiaobai, How Did Master Perform?

A pillar of fire shot into the sky, piercing through the heavens, scorching the lake below dry and forming a blazing red rope connecting heaven and earth.

In just a few short seconds.

Everything within the space lockdown vanished, leaving only the falling embers drifting down.

The terrifying force of the self-destruction dissipated.

As the aftershocks of the explosion gradually subsided, the sky was empty—White Tiger Earth Venerable, Qin Yang, and the other Beast God Sect experts had all vanished without a trace.

“It’s over…”

By the lakeside, citizens looked up, searching for any sign of Jianghai Arrow God, trying to find that familiar figure.

But…

They found nothing.

There was no longer any trace of human form in the sky, not even flesh and blood remained—only pale ashes drifting down, slowly settling beside the lakeside willows, on the water’s surface, and even on people’s heads.

A wave of sorrow spread, gradually passing among the onlooking citizens.

“Has Jianghai Arrow God… fallen?”

Everyone felt dazed and bewildered, watching the falling ashes in the sky, their minds filled with this thought.

Some refused to believe this reality, still desperately searching for his figure, hoping to catch a glimpse of him.

They searched repeatedly…

But no matter how hard they looked…

It was futile.

There wasn’t the slightest fluctuation of Star Power in the sky. Those Demonkin had been utterly annihilated, disappearing along with Jianghai Arrow God’s remains, all sent across the Yellow Springs.

“Senior Arrow God…”

“He perished together with the Heretical Cultists…”

Suddenly.

Among the crowd, a Star Warrior fell to his knees, heart-wrenching sobs tearing through him as he broke down crying!

Though Arrow God had only been in Jianghai for a few days, his presence had already left a deep impression on all citizens.

In fact…

Many citizens saw him as Sword God’s successor…

But now, just days later?

He had followed in his predecessor’s footsteps, vanishing before everyone’s eyes to defend against the Beast God Sect’s attack.

“Senior Arrow God…”

Elder Li and Lin Mofeng murmured, their expressions dazed and desolate, unable to believe this reality, wishing it were just a nightmare from which they couldn’t wake.

They looked around at the scene.

At Lishui Lakeside, the evening breeze blew gently, every plant and tree remained intact, showing no signs of damage.

“It was Arrow God who saved us…”

Lin Mofeng said vacantly, naturally understanding the situation.

If not for Arrow God’s space lockdown, just the aftershocks of this explosion would have been far beyond what they could withstand!

To protect the citizens below, Senior Arrow God had acted, sealing off the area above Lishui Lake and directly containing all the self-destruction’s power.

It was unimaginable what agony he must have endured at the self-destruction’s epicenter!

This scene felt familiar.

As if returning to that night of the Beast Tide.

When Jianghai Sword God had rushed to the scene, battled the blood path Demonkin with all his strength, and ultimately sacrificed himself in an explosion to save the city from certain doom.

The familiar scene was playing out again.

By Lishui Lake, the onlooking citizens wept bitterly, mourning Jianghai Arrow God’s departure, supporting each other as their legs grew weak.

Only one person was different from the rest.

“Using this move again…”

Li Qinghe’s beautiful eyes sparkled as she gazed at the clear night sky, unable to resist sighing inwardly.

According to her previous deduction.

Since her grandmaster had taken action, there was no need to worry.

Calculating it now, these Demonkin had suffered heavy losses, directly crippling their vitality.

Truly worthy of her grandmaster!Got it all under control!

“Wait, now’s not the time for secret glee…”

Li Qinghe glanced around at the heartbroken crowd, everyone weeping and wailing. If she were to laugh out loud at this moment…

Her reputation would surely be ruined…

“I’ve received professional training—I absolutely must not laugh!”

“I have to keep up the act for Grandmaster’s performance!”

Suppressing her rising smile, Li Qinghe struggled to contain her amusement, pulled out a handkerchief, and pressed it against her face, preparing to start crying.

But just then.

A blazing streak of light suddenly appeared!

In an instant, it illuminated the gloomy night, like the dawn breaking.

Startling everyone present!

Another attack from the Demonkin?

No…

Among the grieving crowd, a brave citizen dared to look toward the light and recognized a familiar figure.

“Liu Wushuang has returned.”

………

“He’s truly gone…”

Liu Wushuang slowly approached the edge of Lishui Lake, gazing down at the scene below.

Suddenly feeling an inexplicable pang of sorrow.

Looking around, all he saw were weeping citizens, ashes falling like rain, with no trace of Supreme aura left in the sky.

Nothing at all.

The Jianghai Arrow God had actually self-destructed alongside the White Tiger Earth Venerable…

“To be so resolute.”

Liu Wushuang looked dazed, staring at the cold moonlight as he reached out to catch a falling speck of ash.

Just moments ago, he had been speaking with the Jianghai Arrow God.

Who would have thought…

In just a brief moment, they were separated by life and death.

“Farewell, Sword God.”

Liu Wushuang felt heavy-hearted, and in his daze, it was as if he could hear Qin Yang’s questioning voice again.

“Is the so-called Supreme Alliance just this pathetic?”

“Surrendering to the Beast God Sect, unable to protect even one person—how can you claim to defend all living beings?!”

The more he pondered, the more unbearable the shame became.

A sense of remorse spread through Liu Wushuang’s heart.

Like ink staining paper.

Lost in thought.

Liu Wushuang unconsciously drifted to the lakeside. The crowd parted, silently watching him, their gazes tinged with complex emotions.

“Are they resenting me…”

Liu Wushuang lowered his head, unable to meet their eyes.

The pride he once held as a Supreme Realm expert was utterly shattered at this moment. Even if these citizens resented him now, he would accept it.

After all, the death of the Jianghai Arrow God was intricately linked to him…

If he hadn’t stubbornly insisted on challenging him to a duel, how could things have ended up like this?

If he had resolved it differently, without the duel, would it have been better?

Too many “ifs”… but reality offered no second chances. Now that the Jianghai Arrow God was gone, any words from him would be futile.

“With his archery talent, he could have ascended to Celestial Venerable…”

Liu Wushuang stamped his foot in shame, gripping the Dark Bow tightly, unconsciously applying a bit too much force.

Crack…

A faint cracking sound emerged.

Fine cracks appeared, spreading rapidly across the bow like a spiderweb…

The surrounding citizens, mistaking this for a show of intimidation, backed away in fear, wary of being caught in the crossfire of a Supreme Realm expert.

The next moment.

The crowd dispersed further.

As if an invisible wall had formed, separating Liu Wushuang from the people.

“Hah, I truly deserve this…”

Liu Wushuang recalled Qin Yang’s earlier questioning, his shame deepening. “This is the Supreme Alliance that claims to serve all living beings, yet it couldn’t even protect the Arrow God.”

One must know.When he had sincerely invited the Arrow God to join, he had boasted that he could guarantee his safety.

Yet when the Demonkin arrived, he had hesitated due to his position and could only slink away!

All these actions were utterly ironic!

Liu Wushuang’s thoughts were in turmoil as he slowly walked forward, his peripheral vision catching a glimpse.

He noticed Lin Mofeng by the lakeside.

At that moment, he was standing on the shore, supporting and comforting Elder Li.

“Little Lin,”

Liu Wushuang took a deep breath and slowly approached them, saying, “I have something to discuss with you.”

As he spoke,

Liu Wushuang waved his hand, releasing Star Power to seal off the surroundings, isolating the nearby crowd and preventing any possibility of eavesdropping.

“Please speak.”

Lin Mofeng watched Liu Wushuang approach, his expression impassive as he said in a low voice,

“We have many matters to attend to later and must handle them quickly. Time is pressing…”

His cold words hung in the air.

He looked at Liu Wushuang, his eyes devoid of any respect, as if gazing at a stranger!

“I…”

Hearing this,

Liu Wushuang fell silent, his guilt intensifying once more.

It was no wonder Little Lin now regarded him with indifference. If he hadn’t forced him earlier to reveal the connection to the Jianghai Sword God, such a tragedy would never have occurred.

From beginning to end, he bore undeniable responsibility for the death of the Jianghai Arrow God.

Now that the man was gone, the only thing he could do was try his best to offer some form of compensation.

With this in mind, Liu Wushuang opened the Star Ring, retrieved a notebook, and handed it over.

“Hmm?”

Seeing this, Lin Mofeng frowned deeply and did not reach out to take it. “What is this?”

“This is my compensation for the Arrow God.”

Liu Wushuang clutched the notebook, his voice trembling as he struggled to remain composed. “It contains a record of my lifelong insights into archery. Take it and give it to that lad Qin Yang.”

“Me, deliver it?”

Upon hearing this, Lin Mofeng’s expression turned icy.

“Senior, I’m afraid I cannot do this! If you truly wish to make amends, go and speak to him yourself. I have no face to see Qin Yang either!”

If he hadn’t exposed Qin Yang’s identity, the Arrow God might not have met such a fate.

“……”

Liu Wushuang remained silent, his heart aching again as Qin Yang’s face surfaced in his mind—that stubborn young man.

As the Jianghai Arrow God’s nephew, he must be grieving deeply now.

Back when he had interrogated and even pressured Qin Yang, the young man had not yielded an inch.

Now that the Jianghai Arrow God was dead, how could he possibly face his junior?!

“Senior Wushuang…”

At this moment, Elder Li, having somewhat eased his sorrow, stepped forward and advised, “You are highly skilled and respected as a senior, but I am older than you. May I say a few words?”

“Please speak.”

Liu Wushuang said softly, “I am listening.”

“Good, then I will speak, though my words may be harsh… But honest advice is often hard to swallow, so I hope you will not take offense.”

Elder Li said tremulously, “Today’s events were largely caused by you.

But now that the Arrow God has passed, there is no use in saying more. It would be best for you to face Qin Yang yourself… Whatever the outcome, you must give him an explanation.”

“I…”

Upon hearing this, Liu Wushuang stiffened and said nothing more, only sighing as Qin Yang’s face lingered in his thoughts.

If he were watching the live broadcast now, witnessing the fall of the Jianghai Arrow God…

He must be weeping and mourning, right?

……….

Meanwhile.In Fuhai District.

On the sofa, a little white-haired lolie lay stiffly, clutching a pink Phone with a look of utter despair as she stared at the ceiling.

Life as a fox was hopeless…

After confirming earlier, all her secret savings were gone.

From now on, she would have to return to her master’s side and become a humble little fox servant again…

Just then.

“Tch, what’s with that expression?”

Qin Yang sat beside Xiaobai, poked her cheek, and laughed: “So? How was your master’s performance just now? Pretty spectacular, right!”

“Said I’d self-destruct and did it immediately—definitely didn’t trick you!”

(End of Chapter)