The Last Immortal Recap, Plot, Synopsis

The Last Immortal Synopsis

Gu Jin is the son of a god. His divine power is sealed. Feng Ying is a new phoenix emperor. They meet by accident, embarking on a journey to find Feng Ying's immortal spirit.

Since then, under the accompaniment of A Yin, Hong Yi, and Yan Shuang, they collect Feng Yin's immortal spirit along the way.

Through many difficulties, defeating the villain Qinglin and his subordinates, they help Feng Yin nirvana, gaining love and friendship, and maintaining the peace of the world.

The Last Immortal Recap

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In the realm of the dead, where the soul's journey has no end, Xiu Yan, leaning against a withered tree, listened to the song of Little Ghost Sovereign, welcoming a familiar figure seen nearly a hundred times. A Yin, having returned from the tribulations, complained about her current life in the royal family, unable to suppress the declining fortune. When she glanced at a corner of the water mirror, she noticed the White Robed God with an extraordinary demeanor, his forehead knitted with sorrow. Little Ghost Sovereign, in a moment of impulsiveness, revealed the love and hatred between the White Robed God and the Female Immortal Monarch, causing chaos in the immortal realm due to her infidelity with the Fox Clan's Demon King. A Yin, finding the emotional tale somewhat insincere, bluntly stated that if she were the Female Immortal Monarch, she would choose never to meet him again. Unexpectedly, the White Robed God appeared at this moment without warning. Xiu Yan had already cast A Yin into the Forget River, beginning a new cycle of tribulations. The White Robed God inquired about A Yin's identity, and Xiu Yan denied it once again. Although he didn't fully believe, he still anticipated a reunion day, worth waiting for no matter how long it took.

A thousand years ago, the Nine Provinces and Eight Wilderness gathered the three realms of immortals, demons, and spirits. The ancient divine realm was revered, and the True God Emperor sacrificed himself. Since then, the grudges between immortals and demons temporarily ceased, and the war halted. Feng Yuan, as both the Phoenix Emperor and the Heavenly Emperor, ruled the immortal realm. The tranquil Wutong Island was about to witness a joyous event—the birth of the second Fire Phoenix. Feng Ran announced a grand feast, inviting all the gods to celebrate. Since the creation of the world by the Ancestor God, a phoenix was born only to perish, signifying the first occurrence of two phoenixes simultaneously. Donghua, the head of the Great Ze Mountain, speculated that Feng Yuan might be announcing the succession of the phoenix duty to the young Fire Phoenix. Considering the bond between his disciple Gu Jin and the young Fire Phoenix, Donghua arranged for him to represent the Great Ze Mountain at the feast. Meanwhile, Gu Jin was at the Drunken Immortal Pavilion, competing for a wine pot with Ling Feng, a disciple of the Wanyi Mountain, willing to sacrifice two hundred years of cultivation. Gu Jin's nephew Qingyun urgently sought him out, finding him in a drunken stupor. He decided to carry Gu Jin back to the sect to meet Donghua.

Idle Shan, a new disciple of Great Ze Mountain, accompanied by his master, came to see Donghua. Satisfied with the disciple, Donghua gave him the immortal title Qing Yi, warning him not to follow the misdeeds of his senior Gu Jin. Just as he finished speaking, Qingyun arrived carrying the drunken Gu Jin. While Donghua shook his head at the absurdity, he allowed Qing Yi to accompany Gu Jin to the feast for knowledge. During the event, Qing Yi learned about the rumors of the divine realm through Qingyun, finding it full of longing and mystery, unlike the disdain shown by Gu Jin. Among the three realms, only Donghua and his disciples, Idle Shan and Qing Yi, knew the true origin of Gu Jin. Originally the son of Yihe, he was once a true god but lost his divine power, sent to the mortal realm by the Mother Goddess for training. On the other side, the boundary around the Fire Phoenix in the Wutong Tree loosened. Feng Yin, after transforming into human form, witnessed the prosperity of Wutong Island as her first sight of the world and was eager to join the excitement. In this well-known feast, participants included not only the immortal realm but also the demon tribe, with Fox King Hong Ruo and his nephew Hong Yi in attendance.

Hong Ruo intended to form a marriage alliance with the Phoenix tribe, choosing Feng Yin as his niece-in-law. He even brought the betrothal gifts he personally made. The other immortals were shocked and looked down on the demon tribe, thinking they were overestimating their abilities to climb to the immortal realm. Hong Yi, unable to tolerate, decided to leave. Coincidentally, he encountered Gu Jin face-to-face and, seeing Gu Jin and others in a sorry state, looked down on them even more. All the immortals took their seats, with the Peacock King Hua Mo bringing his daughter Hua Shu. Hua Shu's beauty attracted the attention of young male immortals, while the female immortals whispered, belittling Hua Shu as a second-rate sect, even with the peacock jade ornament. Compared to the true god's Fire Phoenix, Hua Shu, born as the daughter of the Heavenly Emperor, could only be considered a beautiful immortal. Feng Yin, hiding in a corner, couldn't understand why they competed over family background when freedom was what she longed for. At this moment, in the Nine Abyss Purgatory, the Demon Lord Qinglin sent Zhaoying to seize the Fire Phoenix jade during the Fire Phoenix's birth, taking the opportunity to kill the young phoenix.

Gu Jin, accidentally entering the back garden, overheard Ling Feng and the female immortal gossiping about their parents. In anger, he stepped forward to argue but was insulted and beaten by the female immortal. Feng Yin, standing behind a screen, watched the two confrontations, hoping Gu Jin would gain the upper hand. Unfortunately, Gu Jin was helpless, and she used magic to subdue him, giving him a good lesson. The female immortal, noticing the red skirt behind the screen, mistook her for the Peacock Princess Hua Shu, just as Hua Shu passed by. Feng Yin hurriedly left, and her act of saving the hero was falsely credited to Hua Shu. Gu Jin, sincerely grateful to her, offered to retrieve the Fire Phoenix jade as a reward. Originally, Zhaoying planned to seize the Fire Phoenix jade but discovered that Gu Jin's blood could break the barrier, unexpectedly causing Feng Yin's celestial essence to dissipate. Sensing the anomaly, Feng Yuan, along with other immortals, rushed to the scene, but it was already too late. The Soul Lamp couldn't sense any trace of Feng Yin's breath, fearing that she had been torn apart and fallen into the turbulent flow of time and space. The Phoenix tribe's immortals were furious, demanding severe punishment for Gu Jin, but Feng Yuan, aware of Gu Jin's background, hesitated to make a decision.

Feng Yuan, after countless cycles, finally achieved the positive result and underwent Nirvana. Feng Yin, the long-awaited Phoenix bloodline of Wutong Island for a hundred years, was supposed to be an anomaly in this lineage. However, due to the appearance of Gu Jin, she became an unexpected change. Gu Jin regretted deeply, willing to accept punishment, and also concealed the reason for trespassing the barrier for Hua Shu, presenting a heroic sacrifice. Just as Feng Yuan faced a dilemma, a deep voice cut through the sky, and in an instant, the figure of an old man in white robes descended. This person was Donghua. Having experienced millennia of fluctuations, he had become a demigod and gained considerable prestige among the immortals. Although he couldn't retrieve Feng Yin's celestial essence, there were still ways to nourish the physical body and gather immortal essence.

Feng Yuan, wise as he was, understood Donghua's intentions at a glance. He announced on the spot the punishment for Gu Jin: secluded cultivation in the forbidden valley of the Great Ze Mountain. The day Feng Yin returned would mark the day Gu Jin left the Great Ze Mountain. With no one daring to oppose, the severity of the punishment was hard to distinguish. Among the immortal lords, only Donghua understood Feng Yuan's difficulties.

In order to find the whereabouts of the Fire Phoenix, Gu Jin endured nine heavenly lashes and personally sought answers from the Stone of Heaven. However, the Stone of Heaven revealed that Feng Yin was born against the heavens, and wanting her to return was an even more rebellious act, unless Gu Jin was willing to face the heavenly calamity. Suspended in mid-air, the Stone of Heaven spoke word by word, and Gu Jin answered without complaint. Feng Yuan and Donghua watched this scene unfold. The lineage of the Fire Phoenix had faced numerous tribulations since ancient times, and Feng Yuan knew that Feng Yin's fate was predetermined. His only concern was that Gu Jin might be in danger, betraying the trust of the Ancestor God. Donghua calculated the fate of Gu Jin and found entanglements with Feng Yin's karma. Forced by circumstances, Feng Yuan decided to temporarily entrust the immortal realm to Lan Feng and go into seclusion overseas to nourish his celestial essence. Henceforth, the eternal flame in the Phoenix Hall's Soul Tower burned for a decade.

Trapped in the forbidden valley, Gu Jin pondered more and more. He wanted to wait for Feng Yin's return to personally give her the Water Nymph Beast to replenish her body. However, he found the Water Nymph Beast bland, so he added some spices to make it flavorful. That night, the Water Nymph Beast hatched from its egg. Although it couldn't speak, it understood Gu Jin's words. It harbored resentment toward Gu Jin's idea of harvesting its inner core. Almost devoured by a Qiongqi, the Water Nymph Beast was saved by Gu Jin, who named it "A Yin" and sternly criticized it. Gu Jin set up a barrier to prevent A Yin from wandering, but A Yin, taking advantage of his rest, transformed into a human and secretly drank the Drunken Jade Dew. The next day, Gu Jin was shocked to find a beautiful woman beside him. Upon noticing her bracelet, he recognized her identity. However, A Yin, belonging to a long-extinct water tribe, surprised everyone by hatching and surviving without the nourishment of the Hanging Lake's water.

A Yin remembered that Gu Jin's initial intention in adopting her was not out of kindness but to offer her to the Fire Phoenix to replenish her body. Her first thought after transforming was to stew Gu Jin, reciprocating his intention. Due to a misuse of spells, A Yin injured herself more than her enemy. She decided to take Gu Jin to the back mountain. Donghua, seeing this, was amused and opened the mountain gate, realizing that Gu Jin's calamity was approaching, probably due to the promise he made to the Stone of Heaven years ago. Palace Red Chou of the Clear Pool criticized Donghua for not protecting Gu Jin, suggesting killing A Yin to eliminate future troubles. However, Donghua believed that A Yin, as a creature of the three realms, shouldn't be arbitrarily killed. The best course of action was to let her form a master-servant contract with Gu Jin.

Almost simultaneously, A Yin and Gu Jin were surrounded and chased by Qiongqi. Forced to jump off a cliff, they found themselves floating in mid-air, forming a master-servant contract. This contract could resolve calamities, emotional conflicts, or grievances. Restricted by the master-servant contract, A Yin had to follow Gu Jin at all times, suppressing any rebellious thoughts or murderous intent. She became his little fairy servant. Seeing the removal of the restrictions and his newfound freedom, Gu Jin speculated that the young Fire Phoenix had returned and felt genuinely happy.

Feng Yin's divine soul dissipated nearly eleven years ago. Gu Jin and the immortal beast regained their freedom, but in A Yin's eyes, this freedom did not belong to her. Listening to A Yin's complaints, Xian Shan and others revealed the fact of the Water Nymph Beast's extinction. Donghua, the old Immortal Lord, knew that forming a master-servant contract without permission was indeed inappropriate for A Yin. To make amends, he used divine power to cleanse her marrow and build her foundation, reshaping her immortal body for smooth future cultivation. Consequently, A Yin became not only Gu Jin's little fairy servant but also a prospective disciple of the Great Ze Mountain. Donghua promised A Yin that if she could help gather the celestial essence of the young Fire Phoenix from Wutong Island, the contract would naturally be lifted, and she could officially join the Great Ze Mountain. Since Feng Yin's celestial essence had not returned, Donghua sensed that a portion of it was in the Great Ze Mountain. Finding this part would provide clues to the remaining eight portions.

Gu Jin volunteered to search for the Fire Phoenix's celestial essence, but his cultivation was weak. Donghua taught him and A Yin a set of Illusory Mirage techniques. Once perfected, they could communicate telepathically and reach a profound state. Immortal disciples were already waiting outside. Seeing Gu Jin and A Yin coming out, they eagerly surrounded them, offering gifts to A Yin as if she were family. Due to the distance restriction of the master-servant contract, Gu Jin and A Yin couldn't be too far apart. A Yin complained that Gu Jin's flying speed was too slow, so Gu Jin playfully treated her like a kite, swinging her in the sky. That night, A Yin was eager to cultivate, but Gu Jin, uninterested and unable to rest, had to practice the Illusory Mirage with her.

Gu Jin did not follow the formation properly, causing A Yin to fall and be filled with anger. A Yin, in human form for the first time, knew little about human customs. When she tried to share a bed with Gu Jin, he rejected her, stating that only immortal couples could do so. Reluctant to sleep on the ground, A Yin and Gu Jin agreed to three rules and placed a bowl of water between them. However, A Yin, not sleeping obediently, kicked over the bowl, leaving Gu Jin helpless. That night, A Yin slept soundly, while Gu Jin struggled to sleep and even took a nap after breakfast. A Yin felt that Gu Jin lacked ambition and hindered her cultivation. She dreamt of collecting the Fire Phoenix's celestial essence, finding an outstanding and handsome Immortal, and flourishing the Water Nymph Beast clan.

In the third realm of the Demon World, outside the Gate of Life and Death, Hong Yi failed to pass through and was stopped by his aunt Hong Ruo. Despite being vastly outnumbered by the strongest of the Demon tribes in this place, Hong Yi refused to accept defeat. He blamed Hong Ruo for not returning promptly during the previous war between Immortals and Demons, claiming that her involvement with the Demon Prince Lin Mo led to their parents' death in that battle. Although Hong Ruo felt guilty and took care of Hong Yi for the sake of their parents, he was unappreciative.

Accompanying Gu Jin to the forbidden valley, A Yin seized the opportunity to find her sister A Yu. However, A Yu had not hatched yet, and A Yin accidentally dropped her into the Sword Mound. Gu Jin helped retrieve A Yu and unexpectedly discovered the Ancient Emperor's Sword left by the Mother Goddess. He forged it into a sword, and due to the blood of chaos, the Ancient Emperor's Sword recognized Gu Jin as its master, a significant gain for him. Moments later, the Wutong tree broke through the soil, and A Yin sensed a different aura. Fire Phoenix Jade collected the celestial essence of the Fire Phoenix from the tree. Though the heavenly realm had not sent messengers, the disciples of the Great Ze Mountain knew that Donghua would ascend to godhood. Before leaving, he informed Gu Jin of the locations of three ancient Wutong trees: the Quiet Secluded Valley of the Fox Clan, the Nine Abyss Death Prison in the Purple Moon Mountain, and the Ruins Mountain where the former Heavenly Emperor Chen Hui once cultivated. The exploration of the other locations would continue.

Considering the difficulty and danger of these places for Gu Jin, Donghua gave him the Heaven-Shrouding Umbrella. This artifact was indestructible by anyone below demigod status. With these words, a divine light illuminated the hall. After Donghua flew to the heavenly realm, the reunion between master and disciple seemed distant. Gu Jin, Xian Shan, and others knelt and respectfully bid farewell, their eyes filled with tears. The selection for positions in the Heavenly Court was approaching, but Gu Jin had no interest. A Yin, however, wanted to join the excitement and find prospective husbands for herself. Ling Feng taunted Gu Jin as a worthless second-generation disciple, and A Yin too, but Gu Jin embarrassed them with a counterargument. Hindered by the sacredness of Gu Jin's cultivation sect, they left angrily.

Since Donghua ascended to the heavenly realm, Xianshan, as the head disciple, officially took charge of the Great Ze Mountain. Although Gu Jin had become an elder, his reputation had plummeted since the failure of Feng Yin's Nirvana on Wutong Island. The criticisms focused on his allegedly stubborn nature and weak immortal power. Initially, Hua Shu disregarded Gu Jin, ignoring his letters. However, when she found out that the Heaven-Shrouding Umbrella became Gu Jin's artifact, she saw an opportunity for a scheme. The arrival of Hua Shu disrupted the tranquility, and despite the passing years, Gu Jin still harbored admiration for her. Hua Shu, still as beautiful as ten years ago, bore a subtle expression of worry and weariness. She revealed that conflicts between the Peacock Tribe and the Eagle Tribe were escalating, putting Bai Niao Island on the brink of peril. She hoped Gu Jin could use the Heaven-Shrouding Umbrella to help the tribe through this crisis.

Witnessing Hua Shu's sincere expression and plea, Gu Jin couldn't bear to refuse. However, just as he was about to agree, A Yin hurriedly ran over and stood in his way. Claiming the status of a junior disciple, A Yin asserted that the Heaven-Shrouding Umbrella was left by Donghua to protect Gu Jin's life. She obstructed Gu Jin from softening and giving away the umbrella, embarrassing him in front of Hua Shu. Due to this incident, Gu Jin, angered, cast a spell to punish A Yin, making her run around the courtyard late at night. Qing Yi helped Gu Jin collect biographies of famous immortal beasts in the Three Realms. A Yin aimed to learn about the relationship between masters and servants from these stories, especially the advice that one should not confront their master directly. This advice enlightened A Yin.

Early the next morning, A Yin, limping, came to find Gu Jin. Following the principle of not being confrontational and catering to his preferences, she specially prepared green bean cakes for him, leaving Gu Jin amazed. The two bid farewell to Xianshan, preparing to search for celestial essences. Xianshan reminded Gu Jin to go to the Demon World first. Hong Yi, as the rare Ten-Tailed Celestial Fox in a millennium, had not only successfully passed through the Gate of Life and Death but also needed to refine a weapon in the Black Marsh Pool of the Third Realm to recover the Annihilation Wheel left by his father. Zhuiying was ordered to guide Hong Yi into the Nine Abyss, and Qinglin wanted to use Hong Yi for her own purposes. However, Hong Yi, injured, hid under the Wutong tree in the southeast, making it difficult for Qinglin to approach.

Gu Jin and A Yin flew toward the Immortal-Demon Boundary and soon reached the deepest part of the Second Realm, which was also the resting place of the Fox Demon Clan. Unaffected by the allure of the Fox Clan, they easily met the Demon King Hong Ruo and straightforwardly explained their purpose. The Quiet Secluded Valley was the sacred place where the Fox Clan nurtured their young foxes, so the Fox Clan strongly opposed the idea. Hong Ruo guessed that Gu Jin's background was not simple and said that if he could find her missing nephew, she would agree to let him enter the Quiet Secluded Valley. Coincidentally, the celestial essences of the Fire Phoenix were also scattered in the Purple Moon Mountain. Gu Jin and A Yin readily agreed, promising to bring back Hong Yi within a year. During this time, A Yin was curious about the differences in the Purple Moon Mountain. Gu Jin explained that it used to be under the jurisdiction of the Emperor's Consort, and the artifact Purple Moon was the source of power for the entire Demon World. It also had a powerful protective barrier that would tear apart anyone who intruded without permission. Before leaving, Gu Jin encountered Hua Shu being besieged by the Eagle Tribe princess Yan Shuang. He rushed to help and, after learning that Hua Shu was injured, took her to a nearby inn to rest. Taking advantage of A Yin going to get medicine, he secretly cast a spell to make A Yin lose her way. Unable to bear seeing Hua Shu harmed, especially after hearing her intentions to marry for the sake of Bai Niao Island's peace, Gu Jin impulsively took out the Heaven-Shrouding Umbrella and gave it to Hua Shu.

A Yin got lost outside the inn and, in a panic, called Gu Jin's name. Gu Jin used the master-servant contract to keep A Yin waiting while he gave the umbrella to Hua Shu. As a result, Hua Shu spoke disrespectfully to A Yin, mocking her lowly servant status and leaving A Yin sulking inside the room. Purple Moon Mountain had three fire dragons guarding its gate, making Gu Jin no match for them. Fortunately, the Water Nymph Beast Bi Bo appeared in time to intervene. The three fire dragons transformed into human forms, addressing Bi Bo as Gu Jin's nephew. They invited them in and explained that there were no traces of the Fox Clan in the mountain. Bi Bo, upon hearing that Gu Jin intended to find the ancient Wutong, showed fear and reluctance, only revealing that the Wutong tree was located in the Nine Abyss Death Prison.

Rumored to be extremely perilous, the Nine Abyss Death Prison is not only an extradimensional space but also a prison. Only true gods and gatekeepers can summon it. Despite the revered status of the three fire dragons in the demon world and their possession of a portion of divine essence from the Emperor's Consort, demonic beasts, unlike immortal beings, often meet a tragic end when crossing tribulations into godhood due to their excessive bloodshed. Recognizing Gu Jin's extraordinary background, the three fire dragons agreed to help him open the barrier. The condition was that he had to retrieve the heart of the Wutong tree for them. Possessing this item would safeguard their divine essence, making their tribulation safer. Gu Jin readily agreed, preparing the Heavenly Silk Robe in advance to ensure his concealment upon entering the Nine Abyss Death Prison.

With only one Heavenly Silk Robe, A Yin had to cling to Gu Jin's clothes to hide with him. Under the Wutong tree, they obtained the celestial essence of the Fire Phoenix. While Gu Jin went to get the tree's heart, A Yin noticed a fire fox lying nearby and picked it up. The nearby god-slaying flowers sensed A Yin and launched an attack. These flowers could devour all things, and with A Yin's current cultivation, any contact would be fatal. Although the Heavenly Silk Robe offered protection, its effects would gradually diminish, becoming ineffective after some time. The two were clearly unable to withstand the overwhelming tide of god-slaying flowers. Gu Jin was knocked down, spitting blood on the Ancient Emperor Sword, causing it to undergo a transformation. At a critical moment, a sharp roar sounded, and Hong Yi, in the form of a fire fox, appeared behind the god-slaying flowers. His claws tore through the flowers, carrying A Yin and Gu Jin to the entrance of the Purgatory, successfully evading Qinglin's attack, while the barrier closed in time to block demonic disturbances.

After everything calmed down, A Yin angrily questioned why Gu Jin hadn't used the Heaven-Shrouding Umbrella, realizing he had already given it to Hua Shu. Before Gu Jin could explain, he fell into a coma. A Yin attempted to use basic healing techniques, but they were ineffective. She then learned advanced healing from Bi Bo, enduring the pain of burning her inner core. Gu Jin soon regained consciousness. Upon waking up, he faced A Yin's accusations. As he tried to explain, he noticed a small notebook A Yin had dropped, discovering that her previous kindness was a calculated act. As a result, Gu Jin's guilt vanished, and he, in turn, blamed A Yin for attempting to control him, leading to a falling out. A Yin, angered, ran outside and found the fire fox curled up weakly. Unable to bear it, she used healing magic again. Her previous efforts, coupled with healing Gu Jin, had depleted her inner core. Seeing A Yin's weakened state, Gu Jin, angry, forbade her from using such methods, warning it could cost her life.

However, A Yin, as a Water Nymph Beast, believed she should use her abilities to save others. Thus, they argued again over this issue. Hong Yi, misunderstanding Gu Jin's actions, kicked him in defense of A Yin. Later, Gu Jin angrily confronted Bi Bo, believing he shouldn't have taught A Yin such techniques. This sparked another dispute between them. After reverting to human form, Hong Yi privately sought Gu Jin to defend A Yin. Just as they were about to have a confrontation, Hong Yi noticed A Yin in the distance. He immediately transformed into a small fox, rushing into her arms and pretending to be vulnerable. This angered A Yin, who scolded Gu Jin for being barbaric and bullying the weak. As they prepared to leave, the three fire dragons specifically cautioned Gu Jin not to inform Yihé of this incident. After receiving Gu Jin's assurance, they felt at ease.

Originally hiding in A Yin's Qiankun Bag, Hong Yi was nowhere to be found when A Yin took it out, realizing he had disappeared. Fortunately, the bag still retained Hong Yi's aura, confirming that they had indeed brought him out of Purple Moon Mountain. Hong Ruo agreed to let them go to the Quiet Secluded Valley to find the celestial essence of the Fire Phoenix. The Quiet Secluded Lake, hidden in the back mountains of the Fox Clan, had an island in the center, with a Wutong tree presided over by Wugui Xianjun, a semi-god well-known in the immortal realm and familiar to Gu Jin. Seventy thousand years ago, the ancestral tree Wugui fell in love with the Phoenix Emperor Fenchì. Later, Fenchì died in battle, and Wugui collected and reshaped his divine essence, sealing their memories for a time.

However, the Phoenix Clan always followed the tradition of an old Phoenix Emperor's death and the birth of a new one. When Fenchì regained his memories, he chose Nirvana to dissipate. Expelled by the Phoenix Clan, Wugui was later saved by the first Fox King. Resentful of Fenchì's resolute departure and heartbroken, Wugui decided to stay in the Quiet Secluded Valley to nurture young foxes for the Fox Clan. The actual truth, however, had another hidden story. Wugui had brought Fenchì down to the mortal realm without permission. According to the law, she should have faced the punishment of extreme divine thunder. Fenchì, to protect Wugui, made a deal with the ancestral god, exchanging his safety for Wugui's, and altering the destiny of the Phoenix Clan—one life extinguished, another born.

Gu Jin deliberately revealed the truth under the Wutong tree, finally resolving the emotional burden that Wugui had carried for nearly a thousand years. Amidst sorrow and regret, she handed over the celestial essence of Feng Yin, feeling fortunate not to have destroyed the cherished wish of her beloved. A Yin, knowing that Wugui was a semi-god of the immortal realm, was confident that she could dissolve the master-servant contract and hoped that Wugui could fulfill this desire. Wugui, upon hearing this, did not refuse and cast a spell between A Yin and Gu Jin in the next moment.

Wugui attempted to dissolve the master-servant contract but failed because the contract was formed by Donghua Shenzun, and no one but him could break it. Therefore, Wugui deduced that Gu Jin was the Divine Son Yuan Qi and naturally understood Donghua Shenzun's reasons. He comforted them not to be hasty. A Yin wanted to inquire further, but Gu Jin stopped her, and they bid farewell to Wugui. Reflecting on this incident, A Yin contemplated the relationship between herself and Gu Jin. Perhaps it could become more harmonious, transcending the master-servant dynamic and evolving into a genuine friendship.

Gu Jin explained to A Yin the reason for borrowing the umbrella and promised that once the master-servant contract was lifted, he would embark on a journey through the heavens and earth to find a method to extend her lifespan. A Yin, moved by Gu Jin's sincere commitment, found her heart unexpectedly stirred. However, the punishment of the master-servant contract brought her back to reality. In private, when no one was around, A Yin secretly wrote Gu Jin's name in her record of potential suitors. When Gu Jin tried to sneak a peek, A Yin hid it away.

After a trip to the demon world, A Yin's perception of the demon race underwent a significant change. She realized that they were not as sinister and malicious as depicted in the immortal records. The demon world boasted not only beautiful landscapes but also kind-hearted demons. This experience deepened A Yin's understanding that goodness or wickedness should not be judged solely based on one's race. Gu Jin, hearing A Yin's reflections, nodded approvingly. Since they needed to go to Gui Xu Mountain to find the celestial essence of the Fire Phoenix and considering Princess Chen Hui guarded the area, Gu Jin planned to take A Yin to the demon market to prepare generous gifts.

Two days ago, an immortal-demon war erupted, and divine punishment fell upon the Chen Hui family. Chen Hui, bearing the tragedy, was left alone, guarding Gui Xu Mountain. Even the family emblem was lost and unaccounted for. Gu Jin coincidentally discovered the emblem in the demon market, thinking of retrieving it as a token of goodwill to win Princess Chen Hui's favor. A Yin realized the significance of this emblem and agreed to visit the market the next day. While conversing, they looked up to see a shooting star. A Yin made continuous wishes upon the star until she became drowsy, praying even in her dreams for Gu Jin's future happiness and peace. Gu Jin was deeply moved by her sincerity.

Upon arriving at the demon market, Gu Jin and A Yin were denied entry. The divine sword transformed into a small dagger, and the gatekeeper looked down on them, mocking them. As they pondered how to enter the market, Hong Yi suddenly appeared. At A Yin's request, Hong Yi confidently led them in, seemingly without a care. However, he had ulterior motives. Hong Yi, disliking Gu Jin, intentionally declared that Gu Jin was his celestial servant, even using him as a gambling stake. The first bet was the Chen Hui family emblem. Gu Jin eagerly participated but unexpectedly faced the Three-Eyed Tiger shopkeeper. Whenever she saw a young and handsome man, she would appear, and her gambling skills were unmatched. Gu Jin stood no chance.

Faced with losing the emblem, Gu Jin, in desperation, falsely claimed that Hong Yi had admired the Three-Eyed Tiger for a long time. Indeed, upon seeing Hong Yi's appearance, the Three-Eyed Tiger, delighted, decided to have him accompany her to a private room for a few drinks. As long as she was pleased, she would give the emblem to Gu Jin. Despite Hong Yi's reluctance, he had to sacrifice his appearance, heroically entering the private room. In the second bet for the Blood Jade Lingzhi, a substance needed by Hua Shu, Gu Jin once again took the stage and successfully won the Lingzhi.

At a critical moment, Yan Shuang descended from above, determined to snatch the Blood Jade Lingzhi. Gu Jin, inferior in cultivation to Yan Shuang, naturally fell short. Suddenly, she turned and threw the Lingzhi to A Yin. Yan Shuang swung her whip towards A Yin, but Hong Yi appeared in time to shield her. In the next moment, A Yin saw Yan Shuang taking Gu Jin hostage. Seeing this, Hong Yi had to use the charm technique of the fox tribe to control Yan Shuang successfully. A Yin, feeling sympathy for Yan Shuang, used her Qiankun Bag to take her away. Gu Jin and A Yin prepared to go to Gui Xu Mountain, but Hong Yi wanted to follow. Gu Jin cast a spell to restrain him, but unexpectedly, Hong Yi used a small trick to fly into the Qiankun Bag, engaging in a scuffle with Yan Shuang.

Qing Lin reappeared in the Nine Abyss Death Prison, recruiting a group of demon clans who sought refuge for her own use. She instructed Zuo Ying to retrieve the Fire Phoenix Jade at all costs. Zuo Ying couldn't understand why the Fire Phoenix Jade could open the Nine Abyss Death Prison, and Qing Lin revealed that the prison's power had weakened over time. As long as one possessed a bit of divine essence, they could unlock it. Qing Lin then went alone to the resting palace of Lin Mo, the Second Prince of the Tiger Clan. Seeing him still yearning for his former lover Hong Ruo, Qing Lin felt an increased hatred towards him. However, she couldn't completely sever her lingering affections for him. In the past, Qing Lin and Hong Ruo, both Nine-Tailed Foxes, fell in love with Lin Mo. She resorted to any means to kill Hong Ruo's brother and sister-in-law, and through a feigned death, made Lin Mo promise to marry her, ultimately betraying her beloved.

On the way to the Southern Heaven Cave with his disciples, Xian Zhu's disciple accidentally dropped some books to the mortal realm. Xian Zhu personally descended to retrieve them and, incidentally, saved a girl named Wan Yue who was in danger. This encounter made Wan Yue develop admiration for Xian Zhu, and she took the initiative to mend his robe. Her gentle beauty stirred emotions in Xian Zhu's mortal heart. Due to Xian Zhu's absence and Xian Shan's busy schedule as the sect leader, Gu Jin replaced them to collect the rewards for the trial tournament. He unexpectedly found out that the reward was the Yin Fire and Yang Ice. Thinking of the crucial importance of Yin Fire and Yang Ice to A Yin, Gu Jin actively signed up for the competition. A Yin, thinking that he joined for Princess Hua Shu, couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy.

As the trial tournament was an opportunity for immortals to gain fame and secure a promising future, many registered, including Feng Ming, the nephew of Feng Yuan. Although Feng Ming was not as talented as Feng Yin in various aspects, he harbored great ambitions, aiming to ascend to the position of Phoenix Emperor and secretly colluding with the Demon Clan. Zuo Ying approached Feng Ming, informing him about the restriction on the Fire Phoenix Jade. She advised him to use the Star Compass to locate the immortal veins, plant the Shiyin Flower, and destroy the restriction. Emperor Lan Feng personally presided over the trial tournament, hoping to discover some talents among the participants. Gu Jin and others took the stage, and suddenly, everyone saw Hua Shu descending from the sky, captivating everyone. With a bird's cry breaking through the air, the Thunderbird became the coveted item, and the rule was that the first two Immortal Lords to collect the Purple Thunder would win.

During the trial, Emperor Lan Feng took the initiative to talk to Hua Shu, picking up the sachet she dropped, a gift he had given her before. On the contrary, Ling Feng deliberately caused trouble, using immortal magic to immobilize Gu Jin. With one less competitor, he focused on chasing the Thunderbird and was eventually beaten by Feng Ming. At a critical moment, Gu Jin grabbed the Thunderbird's leg. When Feng Ming was collecting the Purple Thunder, he coincidentally encountered the Thunder Tribulation. Seeing the danger, A Yin flew forward to help him cross the tribulation. However, when the last lightning struck, Gu Jin instinctively shielded A Yin in front of him, holding her tightly in his arms.

Fortunately, this Thunder Tribulation was not too perilous, and Gu Jin only suffered minor injuries, successfully advancing to the rank of Lower Lord. Hua Shu let Gu Jin choose his position, but he only chose the reward, leaving others puzzled. After Gu Jin woke up from a night of unconsciousness, he handed the reward he won to A Yin. At that moment, A Yin finally understood the true reason Gu Jin participated in the trial tournament, feeling warm and sweet in her heart. Because A Yin realized that she had misunderstood Gu Jin, she decided to help him pursue Hua Shu and fulfill his wish. A Yin went to seek advice from Hong Yi on how to pursue a girl. Hong Yi, unfamiliar with matters of love, suggested using the enchanting techniques of the fox clan, which A Yin promptly vetoed. After much thought, they planned for Gu Jin to invite Hua Shu to appreciate a rare Pear Tree Red Lotus on the Qixi Festival.

Gu Jin eagerly extended an invitation to Hua Shu, who smiled and accepted, but secretly had other considerations. Initially, Hua Shu thought Gu Jin was just an ordinary second-generation immortal. However, after spending time together, she sensed his extraordinary background. To ensure that the Sunshade Umbrella remained with the Peacock Clan, she decided to temporarily cater to Gu Jin's feelings. In addition, Hua Shu intentionally dropped a sachet, taking advantage of their childhood acquaintance to spend time together. As expected, Emperor Lan Feng developed deep feelings for Hua Shu and invited her to appreciate the moon on the Qixi Festival. On the other hand, with A Yin's help, Gu Jin successfully made the Red Lotus tree blossom. He used A Yin as a stand-in for Hua Shu to practice confessing his feelings, expressing his true emotions. Although A Yin knew that the person Gu Jin liked was Hua Shu, she couldn't help but feel a momentary flutter in her heart, leading to unconsciousness. Qing Yi quickly took A Yin back to her room and brought Hong Yi and Xian Shan. When A Yin woke up and saw everyone by her bedside, Xian Shan pointed out that she had developed feelings for Gu Jin.

A Yin denied having any harmful thoughts towards Gu Jin, but Xian Shan pointed out that she had developed feelings for him. Although A Yin did not admit it, everyone present knew the truth, so they asked her to stay alone in her room for a while. However, A Yin couldn't help but overthink, silently evaluating Gu Jin's strengths and weaknesses in her mind, making her restless. On the night of Qixi, the magpies formed a beautiful scene on the bridge of the Milky Way, attracting many immortals to come and enjoy. A Yin saw Hua Shu meeting with Emperor Lan Feng, where they shared their feelings with each other, expressing mutual understanding. Emperor Lan Feng presented a magpie feather lamp to Hua Shu and prepared a special gift for her.

While Emperor Lan Feng went to get the gift, A Yin approached Hua Shu, questioning why she stood up Gu Jin. If she had no interest in him, she should make it clear instead of avoiding the issue. Hua Shu, unimpressed, mocked A Yin for being a servant with delusions of climbing to higher branches. Surprisingly, A Yin guessed that Hua Shu was concerned about Gu Jin reclaiming the Sunshade Umbrella, which explained her reluctance to make her stance clear. Realizing that Gu Jin was being deceived by Hua Shu, A Yin became angry and decided to find Gu Jin to reveal the truth. Hua Shu used magic to control A Yin, wiping away her memories of that day. Emperor Lan Feng, unaware of Hua Shu's scheming, had a talented fairy craftsman create a peacock necklace for her, sparing no effort to win her heart.

Meanwhile, A Yin, in a daze, walked to the bridge of the Milky Way, suddenly becoming more aware. She felt like she had forgotten something important. On the other hand, Gu Jin waited by the Red Lotus tree the entire night and only saw Hua Shu arriving at dawn. Hua Shu falsely claimed feeling unwell, leading to the missed appointment. However, A Yin, recovering some memories, only remembered that Hua Shu had another date but forgot the man's identity. Hua Shu tested A Yin with a truth-checking spell, threatening her with pain if she lied. Gu Jin, not easily believing Hua Shu, trusted A Yin and doubted Hua Shu's words. Maid Hong Que congratulated Hua Shu for successfully captivating Emperor Lan Feng, disregarding A Yin and Gu Jin.

Although Hua Shu leaned more towards Emperor Lan Feng, she knew he wouldn't favor her for personal reasons. He was, after all, a righteous heir to the Heavenly Emperor. Hua Shu received news that her brother, Hua Yan, impulsively attacked the Eagle Camp and was captured by the Eagle King. In this situation, she decided to refine the Sunshade Umbrella to enhance her cultivation and ascend to the rank of Upper Lord. Hong Yi accompanied A Yin outside, where they drank and admired the moon. When asked about matters concerning the fox clan, Hong Yi fell into a heavy and complex emotional state. Although Aunt Hong Ruo treated Hong Yi exceptionally well, he couldn't forget the battle between immortals and demons, wanting to escape the memories. A Yin, comforting Hong Yi in her tipsy state, promised to find him a place of freedom in the future. Touched, Hong Yi wanted to confess his feelings, but at a crucial moment, Gu Jin used their master-servant bond to bring A Yin back to her room. Due to excessive drinking, A Yin transformed into her original Water Nymph form, remembering someone gifting a magpie feather lamp to Hua Shu. Unfortunately, A Yin had no evidence, and Hua Shu arrived at their doorstep, with Gu Jin not giving much thought to the matter.

Feng Ming discovered the location of the immortal veins. Due to the protection of the Sunshade Umbrella's spiritual power, he couldn't enter. Qing Yi sensed something amiss and came to inspect. After examinations by Xian Shan and Xian Zhu, they found no damage to the immortal veins, and the barrier was intact. Currently, Xian Shan's biggest concern was that Gu Jin liked A Yin but was unaware. If that were the case, it might directly lead to calamities. The Peacock Clan won a decisive victory against the Eagle Clan, even though the eagles were not their match originally. However, Hua Shu had refined the Sunshade Umbrella, greatly increasing her strength, resulting in heavy casualties for the Eagle Clan. Feng Ming, injured by the Heavenly Power, was healed by Zuo Ying, who gave him the Shiyin Flower seed. She instructed him to plant it in the immortal veins, assuring him that the Sunshade Umbrella had been refined.

With the Peacock Clan's triumphant return, Peacock King Hua Mo began preparing for a grand celebration, inviting various immortal sects to join the feast on the island. To prevent calamities for Gu Jin, Xian Shan, using the pretext of Gu Jin admiring Hua Shu, wrote a marriage proposal as the sect leader and asked him to bring it along with the Starlight Phoenix Crown to propose on Hundred Birds Island. Gu Jin hesitated, especially when he looked at the Phoenix Crown and thought of A Yin's appearance. Under the instructions of the two senior brothers, Gu Jin, accompanied by Qing Yi, traveled to Hundred Birds Island by flying chariot. Before leaving, Qing Yi informed A Yin about the proposal, and A Yin, feigning calmness, returned to her room, where she saw Gu Jin's map scroll for finding the Hidden Cloud Mountain, feeling sad and tearful.

Peacock King Hua Mo welcomed Gu Jin warmly, intending to establish good relations with Da Ze Mountain and rightfully claim the Sunshade Umbrella. Gu Jin did not directly state his proposal, causing Qing Yi to become anxious. Qing Yi privately informed Peacock King Hua Mo about the proposal, and Peacock King, overjoyed, accepted the Starlight Phoenix Crown. However, Hua Shu had her own calculations, considering Da Ze Mountain insignificant. She aimed to become the Heavenly Empress, making the Peacock Clan replace the Phoenix Clan in the admiration of the immortals.

Gu Jin went to Hundred Birds Island for the feast, leaving A Yin alone in her room feeling upset. Hong Yi used magic to create a snowy scene to cheer her up. The two ventured out to find the Hidden Cloud Mountain but instead encountered Yan Shuang being pursued by the Peacock Clan. Hong Yi intervened in time to save Yan Shuang, making her heart flutter, once again misunderstanding him to be using charm techniques. Initially, A Yin believed the conflict between the two clans was mainly the fault of the Eagle Clan. However, when Yan Shuang revealed that Hua Shu deliberately distorted the truth, falsely accusing the Eagle Clan and manipulating them, A Yin realized they had all been deceived by Hua Shu's cunning. Initially, Hua Shu sought the assistance of Da Ze Mountain for the Sunshade Umbrella, accusing the Eagle Clan of causing disputes for nearly a century by trying to seize the Northern Sea cave paradise.

However, the truth was that members of the Eagle Clan with profound spiritual power had mysteriously disappeared in the past. Even elders were missing, leading to the Eagle King's anger. After an investigation, they found a trace of spiritual power near the Infinite Cave. However, the Infinite Cave belonged to the Peacock Clan, and when the Eagle King sought an explanation from the Peacock King, he was not only refused entry but also driven out of Hundred Birds Island. This refusal led to the Eagles directly delivering a declaration of war, igniting decades of unresolved conflicts. Throughout history, the two clans lived side by side in the Northern Sea. The truth of the century-old disputes between them was challenging to ascertain. However, in A Yin's eyes, Hua Shu's true reason for starting the war and blaming the Eagle Clan was despicable. After careful consideration, she decided to go to Hundred Birds Island with Yan Shuang and explain the situation to everyone.

On the other hand, unable to retrieve the Sunshade Umbrella, Gu Jin observed the actions of the Peacock King, growing suspicious. He unintentionally saw a magpie feather lamp in a maid's hand, recalling A Yin's words to him. It seemed A Yin's words were not unfounded. Qing Yi was unaware of Gu Jin's thoughts and, in a moment of impulsiveness, mentioned that the Peacock King accepted the marriage proposal. Gu Jin became anxious and, with Qing Yi's reminder, awakened to his true feelings for Hua Shu. Now that the Sunshade Umbrella had become Hua Shu's weapon, merging with her own source of immortal power, Gu Jin wanted to retrieve it. However, he knew that taking it back at this moment might lead to a confrontation. So, Hua Shu planned to use Emperor Lan Feng to resolve the matter. She met Emperor Lan Feng alone, subtly expressing her need for the Sunshade Umbrella and trying to win his sympathy.

Coincidentally, Gu Jin witnessed this scene and overheard their conversation. Distressed, he thought about the girl who had once saved him and realized the absurdity of his obsession over the past decade. Quietly, he left, unaware that Hua Shu had noticed his presence, smiling triumphantly. On the day of the Peacock King's birthday celebration, Hundred Birds Island was lively, with Emperor Lan Feng and various immortal lords in attendance. Gu Jin directly stated his purpose: to reclaim the Starlight Phoenix Crown and give the Sunshade Umbrella to Hua Shu, signaling his intention to sever ties with the Peacock Clan. The Peacock King showed displeasure, but Emperor Lan Feng stood up and requested the Peacock King to marry Hua Shu to him. The audience was surprised, realizing that if the Peacock Princess married the future Heavenly Emperor, it would be a tremendous honor, surpassing even the Phoenix Clan. Everyone congratulated them, but Gu Jin remained seated, calmly sipping the exquisite wine from Hundred Birds Island, his gaze passing over Emperor Lan Feng and Hua Shu with an unprecedented calmness.

At this moment, A Yin and Hong Yi, riding on a giant eagle, attempted to breach the barrier and enter Hundred Birds Island. Responding to Gu Jin's request, the Peacock King lifted the barrier, revealing a woman as the transformed giant eagle. She publicly disclosed the true reason for the disputes between the two clans. Emperor Lan Feng, maintaining justice, promised to let the Eagle Clan investigate the Infinite Cave. The Peacock King, not wanting to worsen relations, reluctantly agreed. Gu Jin realized he had been used by Hua Shu and, disappointed and angry, demanded a vow from the Peacock King not to engage in hostilities with the Eagle Clan within the next hundred years. If the Peacock King refused, he threatened to assist the Eagle Clan in drawing their swords for war. Seeing Gu Jin brandishing the Ancient Emperor Sword, the Peacock King felt some fear and had no choice but to agree.

Hua Shu had a maid fetch Gu Jin, explaining privately why she had refined the Sunshade Umbrella. Gu Jin disagreed with Hua Shu's actions but understood her difficulties in protecting her people. Considering her past kindness to him, he offered some advice without revealing her hypocrisy publicly. However, despite this, Hua Shu harbored murderous intent towards A Yin, vowing not to let a man she didn't want fall into someone else's hands.

On the way back, Gu Jin fell into contemplation, suspecting that he might have developed feelings for A Yin. Similarly, A Yin was worried that this would deeply impact Gu Jin and felt somewhat guilty. On the other hand, Hong Yi suggested they go to the You Ming Realm to find the Phoenix Essence to help them move on from the events on Hundred Birds Island. His plan involved using cow dung to attract a cart into the realm. During this time, A Yin developed feelings for Gu Jin, and due to the master-servant bond, she faced punishment. Hong Yi, aware of this, took special care to keep her away from Gu Jin. The three visited the You Ming King without success, but the guards directed them to Xiu Yan Tower, where they could meet the You Ming King if they could afford the price. However, the total amount of money they had was less than a hundred gold. To obtain the token from the Zhong Ling Palace, Gu Jin intentionally said some provocative words to anger Xiu Yan.

A Yin sensed that the newcomer had severe damage to the inner core, but judging by the natural expression and distant demeanor, even after a long stay in the You Ming Realm, the person appeared more noble than an immortal lord. Xiu Yan noticed A Yin at first sight, inviting her to stay in the You Ming Realm, promising her a lifespan of thousands of years and a lifetime of blessings. However, A Yin did not respond and attempted to use magic to heal the person. Unfortunately, her offer was politely declined as the person withdrew their spiritual power. Although Xiu Yan didn't trouble Gu Jin for A Yin's sake, he proposed a condition: A Yin had to help him retrieve the Three Lives Stone before he handed over the special token. As the three left, Xiu Yan suddenly changed his expression, becoming extremely weak. He tried to persuade Ao Ge not to defy the heavens and attempt to seize others' spiritual power, but Ao Ge paid no heed.

After leaving Xiu Yan Tower, Gu Jin took out a device, indicating that he had just gathered information about the Three Lives Stone. With this device, they could find the approximate location of the stone. Hong Yi spent money on a carriage, and Gu Jin disguised himself as a carriage driver. They headed to a remote area and coincidentally encountered Yan Shuang, who was there for business. With Yan Shuang's help, they discovered that the Three Lives Stone was in the hands of a dragon demon and under magical control. Many villagers had gathered by the river, intending to sacrifice a woman to the dragon demon in exchange for blessings. Witnessing the dragon demon's audacity, Gu Jin and the others decided to eliminate the threat to the people. A Yin volunteered to replace the sacrificial woman, wearing a red bridal gown as she descended into the river.

Due to having only one Heavenly Shuttle Dress, Gu Jin took the opportunity to infiltrate the ceremony, guarding A Yin closely. Hong Yi and Yan Shuang stood outside. Since the dragon demon possessed semi-divine status, he quickly saw through the identities of A Yin and Gu Jin. The dragon demon, aspiring to transform into a dragon, especially desired A Yin's inner core, given her identity as a Water Nymph. Gu Jin attempted to break the formation but failed, watching A Yin suffer injuries and spit blood as she lost her inner core, causing him great distress. At a critical moment, the Ancient Emperor Sword, tainted with Gu Jin's chaotic blood, once again displayed its divine power. With the Ancient Emperor Sword, Gu Jin broke the barrier, severely injuring the dragon demon, retrieving the inner core, and placing it back into A Yin.

Enraged and humiliated, the dragon demon transformed into a giant python, attacking Gu Jin recklessly. A Yin, disregarding her safety, rushed to his side. However, both of them fell under the dragon demon's magical control. Their spiritual power was continuously drained, and weakened to the extreme, Gu Jin attempted to use the master-servant bond to transfer spiritual power to A Yin, preserving a thread of her life force. At this critical moment, Hong Yi and Yan Shuang arrived in time. The four joined forces to battle the dragon demon, ultimately annihilating it. Yan Shuang picked up the Three Lives Stone and handed it to A Yin and Gu Jin. However, they unexpectedly couldn't sense the master-servant bond and speculated that it had self-dissolved within the formation. Seeing A Yin's joyful expression, Gu Jin couldn't help feeling a bit disappointed.

The second prince of the Tiger Clan, Lin Mo, invited Hong Ruo for a meeting in the Quiet Gorge, agreeing to meet at a later time. Hong Ruo wanted to suppress the devouring nature of the God-slaying Flower, but the powerful demonic energy in the Quiet Gorge still posed a threat to it. Qing Lin, attempting to seize the opportunity, took control of Hong Ruo. When Lin Mo hurriedly arrived, Hong Ruo had already fainted. Hong Yi discovered rare earth from the dragon demon, intending to extract elements to locate the general location of the Quiet Gorge. Once found, they could establish a home for the Water Nymph. Coincidentally, Gu Jin overheard the conversation outside the door, misunderstanding that A Yin had developed feelings for Hong Yi. He called her out, expressing that she was free to leave and declining her offer to accompany him in searching for the Phoenix Essence. A Yin misunderstood Gu Jin, thinking he didn't want her to bother him, and they parted with their own concerns. On the contrary, Feng Ming used the excuse of repairing the tower to visit Da Ze Mountain and attempted to approach the Immortal Vein. He was discovered by Xian Zhu, who found an excuse to evade inquiry. Xian Zhu, while experiencing the mortal realm, fell in love with the mortal woman Wan Yue. Unfortunately, Wan Yue's lifespan had ended. Violating the rules, Xian Zhu brought Wan Yue into the spatial barrier of the immortal realm, hoping to defy fate and extend her life. Feng Ming noticed that Qing Yi had sent the Seven Star Lamp to Xian Zhu and followed him, learning that Xian Zhu had hidden the mortal woman in the immortal realm.

Early in the morning, Hong Yi bid farewell to Gu Jin and Yan Shuang, leaving them feeling reluctant. Gu Jin, unsure of how to persuade A Yin to stay, shared A Yin's preferences with Hong Yi and emphasized them. As they were talking, the Three Lives Stone rolled down the stairs, prompting the four to chase after it. To their surprise, the stone transformed into the appearance of a woman. In order to weave the red thread for herself and her beloved, she needed to facilitate a thousand couples' destinies. With only two matches left, the Three Lives Stone paired Gu Jin with A Yin and Hong Yi with Yan Shuang. Each of them received a destiny fruit bracelet, and the energy of the fruit would mature with increased intimacy and changes in their relationship.

A Yin suddenly discovered that her Divine Bond Record was missing. With Yan Shuang's company, they searched everywhere, and Gu Jin and Hong Yi also joined in the search. Gu Jin unexpectedly found the Divine Bond Record, and upon seeing Hong Yi's name, he couldn't help but feel sour. After calmly thinking it over, Gu Jin noticed traces of alteration on the record. Returning to the scene, he witnessed A Yin angrily accusing Hong Yi, realizing that his name was originally written on the record. His mood instantly improved. On the other hand, during Hong Yi and Yan Shuang's date, Hong Yi was so focused on buying things A Yin liked that Yan Shuang couldn't help feeling jealous. When she saw the changes in the destiny fruit, she realized her own feelings.

Passing by a pastry shop, Yan Shuang stopped to reminisce about the cloud slice cake her mother used to make. Hong Yi empathized with her and decided to buy the cake using the bracelet that Hong Ruo had given him. However, Yan Shuang rejected his offer, knowing the bracelet was precious to him. She suggested he give it to her directly, allowing her to then give it to Hong Yi, which indeed increased Hong Yi's fondness for her.

Gu Jin took A Yin to the marketplace, bought candied hawthorns for her, and held her hand. Under the Marriage Tree, Gu Jin and A Yin hung locks engraved with each other's names. A Yin, seeing Gu Jin throw away the key, was curious. Gu Jin explained that they were now completely locked together. A Yin liked the bamboo dragonfly as a prize at the noodle shop, and Gu Jin tried to win it for her, but unfortunately, it slipped through his fingers.

Hong Ruo infused half of her demonic energy into the bracelet. Due to the influence of the God-slaying Flower, she was at a disadvantage against Qing Lin and ultimately fell victim to possession. Lin Mo, unaware of the true identity of the person in front of him, accepted Qing Lin's closeness and happily proposed to rebuild their friendship. Simultaneously, Feng Ming sent a secret letter to the Immortal Realm, informing Lan Feng Emperor about Xian Zhu hiding a mortal woman in the mortal realm.

Hong Chou had been keeping an eye on Gu Jin. Recently, she discovered that Gu Jin was in danger, and the biggest variable was A Yin. She decided to kill A Yin to eliminate future troubles. Xian Shan and Xian Zhu tried to persuade Hong Chou not to harm innocent lives and promised to strengthen Gu Jin's Immortal Vein, ensuring his safety. After a whole day, the destiny fruits of Gu Jin and A Yin changed significantly, while those of Hong Yi and Yan Shuang had yet to mature. To expedite the process, the Three Lives Stone devised a plan for them to pretend to be married.

On the night of the bridal chamber, Gu Jin confessed his deep feelings to A Yin, resolving their misunderstandings and deepening their relationship. Meanwhile, Yan Shuang, wearing a red veil, prepared to worship with Hong Yi and accidentally stepped on her dress, leading to a kiss between them. Hong Yi stood stunned, blushing and unaware that it was his first kiss. In the end, the two couples completed the ceremony under the Marriage Tree, gaining results from the destiny fruits. The Three Lives Stone eagerly checked the destiny book and discovered that a couple had been separated, facing a life-threatening situation. To their surprise, the couple was Xian Zhu and Wan Yue.

Because Xian Zhu violated the rules by falling in love with a mortal woman, attempting to transfer half of his immortal power to her and allowing them to be together forever, Lan Feng Emperor learned about this and ordered the Heavenly Officials to punish Xian Zhu. Xian Zhu endured forty-nine heavenly tribulations on the Execution Platform. Many people came to plead for Xian Zhu, with Xian Shan, Gu Jin, and others willing to share the punishment. Seeing this, Xian Zhu felt regret but decided to bear the remaining tribulations alone.

After the forty-nine heavenly tribulations, everyone carried Xian Zhu's lifeless body back to the mountain. Due to the separation of his immortal essence, Hong Yi thought of the fox clan's precious item, the Soul Igniting Grass. Unable to quickly restore Xian Zhu's essence to his body, Hong Yi returned to the fox clan and found his aunt, Hong Ruo, apologizing and admitting his mistake. Unfortunately, Qing Lin had taken possession of Hong Ruo's body, and the relationship between aunt and nephew did not improve; in fact, it worsened. Qing Lin refused to give the Soul Igniting Grass to Hong Yi, explicitly stating that, as the Fox King, he would never allow anyone to take away a treasure of the fox clan during his reign. Moreover, Qing Lin warned Hong Yi not to test his patience any further, and from then on, there would be no exceptions for him. Disappointed, Hong Yi returned empty-handed.

At this moment, Feng Ming held the ancestral treasure, the Soul Burning Lantern. Although the lantern could sustain Xian Zhu's weakened soul, it required spiritual power from a demigod or above. Feng Ming suggested using the celestial veins in the cave to repair it. They reluctantly decided to try this desperate measure, combining their efforts to cast a spell on the lantern. Under the lantern's influence, the souls of A Yin and others left their bodies and entered the formation to search for Xian Zhu's immortal essence, only to find out that it was being held by King You Ming. It turned out that Xian Zhu, not having reached the end of his life, ventured into the You Ming Realm alone after the death of his lover, Wan Yue. Faced with this situation, the two decided to go to the You Ming Realm. Feng Ming privately met with Zuo Ying, explaining that the God-slaying Flower seed had been destroyed. He left a secret symbol at the entrance of the celestial vein, allowing him to enter the barrier later. Without delving into details, Zuo Ying instructed Feng Ming to retrieve the God-slaying Flower seed from the heavenly treasury and warned against any mishaps.

A Yin and Gu Jin encountered Xiu Yan in the You Ming Realm, and upon seeing the return of the Three Lives Stone, he fulfilled his promise and handed them the token. With the token, they successfully met King You Ming, Ao Ge, and directly stated their intentions. However, Ao Ge demanded that A Yin contribute half of the Water Condensing Beast's inner Dan spiritual power. Hearing that there were two Phoenix Immortal Essences in the You Ming Realm, A Yin was willing to make the trade. However, Gu Jin hurriedly intervened, knowing that the spiritual power was equivalent to A Yin's lifespan. If she gave it to someone else, it would be akin to suicide. Just as A Yin tried to persuade Gu Jin, the Three Lives Stone rushed in and reminded them not to agree to Ao Ge's demands. Because of Xiu Yan's agreement with Ao Ge, the bearer of a special token not only could meet Ao Ge but also had the power to make Ao Ge fulfill one condition. Indeed, Ao Ge felt somewhat uneasy. Without hesitation, Gu Jin took away only Xian Zhu's immortal essence.

As a result, Ao Ge first scolded the Three Lives Stone and then expressed dissatisfaction with Xiu Yan. Xiu Yan advised Ao Ge not to waste his efforts, even if A Yin's spiritual power might not be enough to restore his own inner Dan. Xiu Yan also suggested that Ao Ge should stop being cold-faced all the time; among everyone in the You Ming Realm, only the Three Lives Stone dared to chat and laugh with him, thanks to the Three Lives Stone's fondness for him. When Xian Zhu woke up and learned that his beloved had passed away, he spit up blood in distress. A Yin proposed to stay and take care of Xian Zhu. Hong Yi, on behalf of Qing Yi, brewed medicine for Xian Zhu and A Yin. Memories of his aunt patiently taking care of him surfaced in Hong Yi's mind, making his emotions complicated. While A Yin was attempting to treat Xian Zhu, she became visibly exhausted from depleting her spiritual power. Hong Chou specifically brought the Ancestral Soul Pill from the Qing Chi Palace, which proved effective when Xian Zhu consumed it.

Red Chou spoke privately with Gu Jin, warning him not to develop feelings for A Yin. The pact established by Dong Hua was to prevent emotions from growing after a long period of service. Gu Jin insisted that his feelings for A Yin were mutual. Seeing Gu Jin's determination, Red Chou secretly swore to find a way to separate the two. Gu Jin gained insights from Xian Zhu and Wan Yue's story, understanding the importance of cherishing the person in front of him. He decided to go to the Yantian Temple with A Yin to form a marital bond. A Yin was overjoyed, reviewing the instructions overnight. However, Red Chou deceived her into picking Forget-Worry Fruit to save Xian Zhu and then ambushed her, causing her to fall off a cliff.

Fortunately, at a critical moment, Xian Shan and Gu Jin appeared to rescue A Yin, with Gu Jin channeling spiritual power to her. Xian Shan, knowing the reason for Red Chou's harm to A Yin, thought of a win-win solution. They would use the Forget-Worry Flute to extract the chaotic power of the Elemental Sword, taking the opportunity while Gu Jin cultivated his divine power to extract his emotional threads. Only by removing the emotional threads could the lingering feelings for A Yin be extinguished.

Gu Jin looked at A Yin's injuries and found them not severe. Finally relieved, he advised her to rest well. Taking advantage of Gu Jin's healing, Hong Chou played the Forget-Worry Flute and took away Gu Jin's emotional threads, dissipating the intimate scenes between him and A Yin like smoke. Although Hong Chou wanted to burn the emotional threads, they were too resilient. He had to abandon the idea of destroying them and temporarily stored them in the Forget-Worry Flute. Early in the morning, A Yin groomed herself in front of the mirror, carefully dressing up. Hong Yi recalled the words of his aunt, Hong Ruo, who, despite her recent odd behavior, spoke a truth: beings from the immortal and demon realms never got along. He should leave Da Ze Mountain as soon as possible. Before leaving, Hong Yi invited A Yin to come with him, but the invitation was declined. Instead, he heard that A Yin intended to form a marital bond with Gu Jin. This made him both angry and frustrated, feeling a bit lost.

However, after Gu Jin lost his emotional threads, he became somewhat distant and indifferent towards A Yin. When they arrived at the Yantian Temple, A Yin discovered that Gu Jin was there to form a master-servant pact. He openly stated that he considered her a junior sister with no romantic feelings involved. A Yin questioned Gu Jin if he remembered confessing during the worship ceremony and even kissed him, frightening him to push A Yin away and hide. Outside Gu Jin's room, A Yin coincidentally encountered Hong Chou, who warned her not to waste her efforts. Hong Chou revealed Gu Jin's true identity, stating that as the only son of the Yihé True God and the Emperor's True God, he, as a true god looking down on all beings in the three realms, could not possibly fall for her, a mere hundred-year-old Water Condensing Beast. Hearing this, A Yin's eyes turned red, and she argued that even if Water Condensing Beasts had short lives, it didn't mean they were inferior. When Gu Jin heard Hong Chou's words, he rushed over to explain to A Yin. However, A Yin, unable to listen anymore, believed that he had been deceiving her from the beginning, confirming he was just a minor deity.

Xian Zhu sat alone in the pavilion carving a wooden image of Wan Yue. Seeing his deep affection for mortal women, A Yin couldn't help but ask why he chose to love despite the vast differences in status. Reflecting on the matter, Xian Zhu felt regret. If given another chance, he would rather keep a distance from Wan Yue, sparing her from the fate of soul and spirit destruction. For this reason, he advised A Yin to let go of her obsession with Gu Jin, as the one who ultimately bears the brunt is always the weaker party, suffering the greatest harm. Hearing the conversation between Xian Zhu and A Yin, especially A Yin's deep sorrow, Xian Shan felt somewhat guilty.

To help them forget each other quickly, Xian Shan decided to separate the two. He found Gu Jin alone and asked him to go to the Heavenly Palace for official duties and assist Emperor Lan Feng in organizing the Spiritual Oracle Assembly. Gu Jin instinctively wanted to bring A Yin along, but seeing Xian Zhu's uneasy expression, he had to abandon the idea. Xian Shan found the location of Mount Ningyun for A Yin and told her she could find the cave according to the map. A Yin, learning that Gu Jin had gone to the Heavenly Palace without saying goodbye, realized he was deliberately avoiding her. Xian Shan conveyed Gu Jin's message, hoping A Yin would take care of herself. A Yin pretended to be indifferent but was deeply hurt. Hong Yi returned to the demon clan, unable to stop thinking about A Yin. Realizing that no one could replace her, he took the opportunity to go to Da Ze Mountain, only to learn that A Yin and Gu Jin had not formed a marital bond and had gone their separate ways. At this moment, A Yin arrived at Mount Ningyun, seeing the abundant spiritual energy, making it an excellent place for Water Condensing Beasts to recuperate. She placed A Yu in the lake, anticipating her sister's birth.

On the other hand, Hong Yi hurriedly arrived. A Yin inquired about the impact of the Three Lives Stone on emotions, suspecting that Gu Jin's confession might be controlled by the Three Lives Stone. The so-called marital bond might be a sham. Tian Gong Inspector Immortal sensed the changes at Mount Ningyun and came to investigate, ordering A Yin and Hong Yi to leave quickly. Yan Shuang, knowing about A Yin's distress, offered her a suggestion. As long as A Yin obtained an official position in the Heavenly Palace and rose to the fifth rank as an immortal official, she would be eligible to establish a cave residence on the mountain. Meanwhile, Peacock King attended a banquet with his children, discussing marriage with Emperor Lan Feng and wanting his son, Hua Yan, to take charge of the Temple of Military Affairs. Emperor Lan Feng, fair-minded as he was, emphasized that the position of Temple Master was a matter of fairness in the immortal realm and required participation in the Immortal Examination based on one's own strength. Hua Shu pretended to be understanding and spoke well of her younger brother, so Emperor Lan Feng had to let Hua Yan start with the position of acting Temple Master, leaving Peacock King slightly dissatisfied.

After A Yin calmed down, her mind became much clearer. Despite the vast difference in their backgrounds, she and Gu Jin had already understood each other's feelings. So, A Yin was not willing to give up easily. Seizing the opportunity, she decided to serve in the Heavenly Palace. This way, she could not only qualify for owning Mount Ningyun but also express her feelings to Gu Jin. Regardless of the future outcome, at least she had fought for this relationship.

With the support of Yan Shuang, A Yin became even more determined. Hong Yi, being aware of A Yin's feelings for Gu Jin, accepted the situation calmly, understanding that emotions cannot be forced. Hong Yi planned to retrieve the lost Annihilation Wheel and also considered a visit to the Heavenly Palace. As the princess of the Eagle Clan, Yan Shuang was obligated to fulfill her duties in the Heavenly Palace, so the four of them were about to reunite there.

On the day of the selection of celestial officials in the Heavenly Palace, A Yin, with her low spiritual power, almost faced elimination. Fortunately, due to her sincere attitude and willingness to endure hardship, Yufeng Immortal Lord was willing to give her a chance. He arranged for her to join the Temple of Military Affairs in the Heavenly Palace. Joyfully heading to report at the Temple, A Yin was suddenly blown away by a gust of wind when she opened the door, desperately clinging to a pillar.

On the other hand, Hong Yi wanted to stay together with A Yin, but Yufeng Immortal Lord took an interest in him, forcefully placing him in his own Temple of Wind. Hong Yi, with excellent comprehension, quickly broke free from the celestial shackles. Yufeng Immortal Lord was very satisfied, giving him an appreciative look. Taking advantage of Yufeng Immortal Lord's moment of rest, Hong Yi's sneak attack failed to reveal any mysteries. He had to wait in the Temple of Wind.

As Hong Yi had suffered injuries in his confrontation with the Immortal Lord, Yan Shuang personally applied medicine to him in their room. While he complained about his situation, she reminded him not to provoke trouble, as Yufeng Immortal Lord was near the pinnacle of Upper Sovereign Realm, and the difference in their cultivation was vast. Regarding the matter of the Annihilation Wheel, Yan Shuang believed it should be carefully considered. Just as she finished speaking, Yan Shuang accidentally fell onto Hong Yi, and both recalled the ambiguous and tense atmosphere of their wedding night.

A Yin waited outside the hall the entire day. Finally managing to sneak into the Temple of Military Affairs, she unexpectedly discovered a divine weapon behaving suspiciously. After several encounters, the Fuchen Sword was very satisfied to return to its old appearance, with the appearance of the White-Haired Immortal. During their conversation, A Yin unexpectedly discovered that the strange winds during the day were caused by the sword's toothache. She used magic to treat it, and the Fuchen Sword's attitude improved significantly. It advised her to rest well that night and promised to cleanse the artifacts tomorrow.

The next day, A Yin, carrying pastries, went to find Gu Jin and courageously confessed her feelings to him. Although Gu Jin politely rejected A Yin, she found it challenging to suppress her affection for him. From the moment she hatched after being picked up by Gu Jin, to the first glance they exchanged, and every moment from the Forbidden Valley to Da Ze Mountain and into the mortal realm, they were all beautiful memories. A Yin made her intentions clear. Even if Gu Jin forgot their relationship, she wanted to pursue him again and make him fall in love with her anew.

Early the next morning, Hong Yi arrived at the Temple of Wind and discovered that his earlier failures were due to the Ling Body playing tricks. Yufeng Immortal Lord praised Hong Yi for learning to calm down, considering it a significant improvement in his cultivation. He promoted Hong Yi to the sixth-grade guardian of the Temple of Wind, allowing him the freedom to come and go and arrange his time conveniently, making it easier for him to meet A Yin.

Through Hong Yi's skills, Yufeng Immortal Lord remembered an old friend, Hong Yi's father. Sharing the past, Yufeng Immortal Lord unintentionally made Hong Yi feel uncomfortable. News arrived that the senior fox elder, Hong Mei, had been brutally assassinated. Shocked, Hong Yi rushed back to the Fox Clan, observing that Hong Mei's death was related to the demon clan.

However, Hong Ruo insisted that it was the work of the celestial clan, leading to another argument between the aunt and nephew. Lin Mo worried about Hong Ruo's safety, repeatedly advising her. Little did he know that Hong Ruo was the true culprit behind Hong Mei's murder. Leaning against Lin Mo, she expressed her intention to report to King Lin Sen, emphasizing the need to strengthen precautions against the celestial clan and take the initiative when necessary.

Fuchen Sword brought A Yin to cleanse three divine artifacts: the Precious Gourd, the Annihilation Crossbow, and the Void Blade. All three had become sentient, with large and rebellious temperaments, making them uncooperative during the cleansing. A Yin, taking on this challenging task, was subjected to various tricks by the divine artifacts. Fortunately, Yan Shuang appeared in time to control them.

Assigned as the head of the Temple of Military Affairs, Yan Shuang warned all the artifact spirits not to act recklessly. Understanding the true reason behind their reluctance to be cleansed, A Yin used a clever method to inject spiritual power into them. As a result, the artifact spirits fell in love with the cleansing process, feeling no discomfort. It was A Yin's friendly and approachable nature that led to a friendship with the artifact spirits.

Emperor Lan Feng witnessed this scene and appreciated A Yin and Yan Shuang. On the other hand, Hua Shu angrily accused Emperor Lan Feng of breaking his promise to make Hua Yan the head of the Temple of Military Affairs, appointing Yan Shuang from Eagle Island instead. Facing Hua Shu's questioning, Emperor Lan Feng presented evidence that Hua Yan had not achieved enough merits. Most of his accomplishments were fabricated, while Yan Shuang had made significant contributions even before entering the Heavenly Palace. Unfortunately, due to Hua Shu's strong personal bias, she completely disagreed with Emperor Lan Feng's decision.

Hong Yi observed that the injury on Elder Hong Mei seemed to be caused by the Ring Blade, a powerful weapon that made him think of the lost artifact of the king. A Yin, unfamiliar with such things, consulted Fuchen Sword for information about the Annihilation Wheel. Fuchen Sword suggested checking the Heavenly Palace's secret repository, but unfortunately, the repository was protected by barriers, making it impossible for A Yin and the others to enter.

Upon hearing that the Wutong Tree was hidden in the Temple of Military Affairs, Gu Jin used the pretext of having a battle robe tailored to investigate. A Yin personally measured Gu Jin's three dimensions, and the close proximity made Gu Jin uneasy. Before the measurements were complete, he turned and left. The artifact spirits, enthusiastic about gossip, noticed a shift in the relationship between A Yin and Gu Jin. A Yin countered, stating that their hearts were once in harmony, and she didn't understand why Gu Jin suddenly changed.

Listening to A Yin's description, Fuchen Sword suddenly remembered an immortal tool that could extract threads of emotion. A Yin immediately realized the significance. That night, A Yin approached Hong Yi and Yan Shuang, mentioning the tool. The urgent task was to retrieve Gu Jin's emotional threads, but A Yin hesitated to reveal Gu Jin's true identity.

Initially, Hua Shu wanted Emperor Lan Feng to show mercy to her brother, Hua Yan. However, Emperor Lan Feng, unwavering in his principles, believed that their feelings should not be tainted by transactional elements. When Hua Shu returned to the Hall of Merits, Hua Yan urgently sought her, revealing his imminent promotion to Lower Sovereign. Having failed three times before, he hoped to borrow the Xuanwu Shield from the Temple of Military Affairs to resist the heavenly tribulation.

Under Hua Yan's earnest plea, Hua Shu handed him a token to enter the Temple of Military Affairs. She reminded him to take the token quietly and leave in the middle of the night, avoiding trouble. However, when Hua Yan infiltrated the Temple of Military Affairs, he triggered the heavenly tribulation, attracting the attention of A Yin and others. The three joined forces to retrieve the Xuanwu Shield, but the thunder and lightning indiscriminately attacked them.

In a critical moment, Gu Jin appeared, shielding A Yin from the heavenly tribulation without hesitation until it disappeared. A Yin pretended to be weak in Gu Jin's arms, causing him great concern. He hurriedly carried her back to her room, only to find a minor wound on her hand. Although Gu Jin saw through A Yin's act, he patiently stayed by her side. On the other hand, Hong Yi noticed Yan Shuang's injury and calmly handed her a bottle of healing medicine, concealing his worry for her.

Back in the palace, Gu Jin couldn't sleep, his mind filled with thoughts of A Yin's appearance and laughter. Even in his dreams, her figure lingered. The next day, Emperor Lan Feng summoned Hua Shu, expressing anger that she had allowed Hua Yan to cause trouble in the Heavenly Palace. According to celestial rules, punishment was necessary. This approach displeased Hua Shu, creating a rift between them.

The previous night, Fuchen Sword transformed into a sword to save A Yin, revealing the patterns of the wutong wood on its body. Under Gu Jin's questioning, Fuchen Sword reluctantly admitted to being a sword made of wutong wood that required nourishment from the Fire Phoenix Immortal Element. Gu Jin used the Yang Flame Seed from Da Ze Mountain to heal Fuchen Sword's injuries, and in gratitude, Fuchen Sword willingly handed over its Immortal Element to Gu Jin.

Now that Hua Yan's promotion had failed, and he faced severe punishment, even Hua Shu wrote a self-accusatory edict. Consequently, King of Peacocks no longer had expectations for Emperor Lan Feng. He advised his daughter to marry the Third Prince of the South Sea, forming an alliance with the Southern faction. Hua Shu, aware of the Third Prince's promiscuous nature, rejected the proposal outright.

Since the retirement of the Cloud Immortal Lord, only the positions of Wind, Fire, and Thunder Immortal Lords remained among the Five Immortal Lords. The position of Cloud Immortal Lord had been vacant, and no one had filled it. These positions were highly esteemed, surpassing all immortals and allowing participation in heavenly discussions with the Heavenly Emperor. Hua Shu aimed to fight for this position with Emperor Lan Feng. However, Emperor Lan Feng insisted on a fair election without favoritism.

A Yin, recalling Fuchen Sword's words, speculated that the matter of emotional threads was likely related to Hong Chou. Coincidentally, Hong Chou encountered A Yin in the Celestial Realm, worrying that her close association with Gu Jin might lead to feelings. Thus, he warned her again. However, A Yin expressed her genuine affection for Gu Jin, regardless of whether he was human, god, or immortal. She believed Gu Jin wouldn't care about social status, unlike Hong Chou, who was born in the Divine Realm and lived with petty calculations and no divine aura.

Hearing the conversation between A Yin and Hong Chou, Hua Shu realized Gu Jin's true identity, shocked and intrigued. Despite her emotional inclination towards Emperor Lan Feng, she needed a husband who could help revitalize her family. Disappointed by Emperor Lan Feng's impartiality, she decided to please Hong Chou and renew her ties with Gu Jin. Hong Chou, seeing through Hua Shu's intentions, decided to use her to make A Yin retreat.

Emperor Lan Feng, in order to organize the Spirit Oracle Grand Ceremony, instructed all immortal dignitaries to handle matters with utmost care, ensuring no mistakes would be made. Considering the accumulated grievances between the immortal and demonic realms over the years, Emperor Lan Feng planned to use this opportunity to reconcile and return the sacred object, the Finger Bone of Mountain Emperor Zhen Yi, to the demonic realm. As the Finger Bone was nurtured by the Samsara Formation, the immortals were concerned that the spiritual energy might damage it. After contemplation, Emperor Lan Feng decided to create a protective spirit arrow to temporarily store the Finger Bone. The Hall of Military Affairs was tasked with collaborating with the Temple of War to complete this, and A Yin volunteered, hoping to frequently meet Gu Jin.

On the other hand, Hua Shu personally reported this matter to Hong Chou. Dissatisfied with A Yin repeatedly approaching Gu Jin, Hong Chou, accompanied by Hua Shu, went to find Gu Jin. They used the pretext of discussing manufacturing to allow the two to be alone, intentionally setting up a protective barrier at the entrance.

Gu Jin treated Hua Shu with great courtesy but remained distant. Despite Hua Shu's friendly gestures, she gained no advantage. Due to the barrier, Gu Jin and Hua Shu shared the same room, creating a somewhat awkward atmosphere. Noticing the well-made battle robe from the Hall of Military Affairs, Hua Shu suggested that Gu Jin try it on, actively helping him with the attire. A scene that appeared intimate was witnessed by A Yin, who, feeling heartbroken, left the scene. In reality, Gu Jin either ignored or decisively rejected Hua Shu's advances, leaving her with no expectations. Despite Hua Shu persistently trying to get close to Gu Jin, the Ancient Emperor Sword suddenly emerged to attack her. After being reprimanded by Gu Jin, it broke the barrier and Hua Shu had no reason to stay.

The area around the Heavenly Palace Secret Repository was sealed with barriers, and only the combined opening of Emperor Lan Feng and the Wind Controller could unlock it. Knowing the urgency, Qing Lin sent a letter to invite the Peacock King for a meeting, aware of Qing Lin's possession of the body in the demonic realm and her ambition to rule the three realms. As a condition for cooperation, the Peacock King proposed becoming the ruler of the immortal realm.

Gu Jin took the initiative to find A Yin and took her to see the sky filled with bamboo dragonflies celebrating her birthday, deeply moving A Yin. However, Gu Jin, acting as a senior, also expressed concern about A Yin's future marriage, stating that if she found a suitable Immortal Lord, the Daze Mountain would host a splendid wedding for her. A Yin felt uncomfortable hearing this, as even though Gu Jin remembered her birthday, he forgot that the bamboo dragonflies were his engagement gift to her. Recently, A Yin performed exceptionally well and earned Emperor Lan Feng's appreciation, being appointed as the supervisor of the Hall of Military Affairs' armory, a fifth-rank celestial official. A Yin eagerly submitted a request for a cave dwelling but was intercepted by Hua Shu. Hua Shu, attempting to get close to Gu Jin, sabotaged A Yin's application, leaving a list of other celestial officials.

Emperor Lan Feng hoped to repair relations with Hua Shu, but she remained indifferent. Although Hua Shu liked Emperor Lan Feng, she believed that the prosperity or decline of the clan was more important than personal happiness. Emperor Lan Feng, being straightforward, would not favor her or Bai Niao Island. Faced with this, Hua Shu decided to cut ties and seek a new path.

Invited to a feast in the Dim and Clear Realm, Ao Ge attended for the sake of his brother's negotiations. Seeing the guest list, Hua Shu decided to personally receive the venerable Kunlun Patriarch, and she assigned the eccentric King of the Dim and Clear Realm, Ao Ge, to A Yin. She instructed the Vermilion Bird to manipulate the timing of the Heavenly Gate Token, causing A Yin to offend Ao Ge by being late. Hua Shu appeared with the Vermilion Bird, and the Heavenly Gate Token she held changed from the Rooster hour to the Monkey hour. Using this as a pretext, Hua Shu publicly scolded A Yin, demanding an apology to Xiu Yan and even considering disciplinary action. Ao Ge stopped Hua Shu's behavior, exposed her scheme, and the maid, Vermilion Bird, took all the blame. Through this incident, A Yin had a slightly better impression of Ao Ge, thanking him for standing up for her. However, Ao Ge did not give up on A Yin's spiritual power, giving her a token to freely enter and exit the Dim and Clear Realm if she wanted to exchange her spiritual power for two Phoenix Immortal Essences.

When Ao Ge discovered the Three Lives Stone hidden in his clothes, he couldn't send it to the mortal realm and had to ask A Yin to look after it. Originally, the Three Lives Stone thought that Gu Jin and A Yin were a couple, but Gu Jin's attitude left her puzzled. It wasn't until A Yin explained the situation that she understood. A Yin wanted to know if the Three Lives Stone could control people's emotions, making them unconsciously do intimate things. The Three Lives Stone gave a negative answer, confirming that Gu Jin truly liked A Yin.

Upon learning about the matter of the Love Threads, the Three Lives Stone suggested that A Yin seek help from the Moon Matchmaker. The real purpose of the Three Lives Stone's visit to the Heavenly Palace was to ask the Moon Matchmaker to connect him and Ao Ge with a red thread. The Moon Matchmaker gave A Yin a gourd, instructing her to use it to collect Gu Jin's dreams. This would allow them to find the Love Threads within the residual emotions. Hong Yi, with the help of the drowsy insect, put Gu Jin into a deep sleep, making the plan proceed smoothly. When A Yin and the others brought the gourd back, the Moon Matchmaker used magic to reveal Gu Jin's dreams. To everyone's surprise, Gu Jin dreamt of being taken by A Yin as her husband. The Moon Matchmaker sensed that Gu Jin's Love Threads were sealed, and several artifacts, including the Forget-Memory Flute from Daze Mountain, had the ability to seal Love Threads. A Yin guessed that Gu Jin's Love Threads were in the Forget-Memory Flute, indicating that Gu Jin's senior brothers at Daze Mountain disapproved of their relationship. This revelation made A Yin hesitate about retrieving the Forget-Memory Flute, feeling that she was always the one making efforts in this relationship. In the end, comforted by Yan Shuang, A Yin decided to go to Daze Mountain to retrieve the Forget-Memory Flute.

Gu Jin, intending to find A Yin, encountered Hong Chou just as he left. Hearing that Hua Shu had gone alone to the dangerous Yehai Realm, supposedly to search for Wutong, Gu Jin believed the misinformation. Red Bird deliberately distorted the truth, claiming that Hua Shu had always been concerned about Gu Jin's affairs. Red Bird spread false information, causing A Yin to be late for her appointment with the King of the Dim and Clear Realm. Gu Jin, believing the false information, hurried to the realm to search for Hua Shu. At this moment, Hua Shu, aware of Gu Jin approaching, forcefully attacked the Wutong tree, causing intense flames to erupt unexpectedly, triggering the Blood-Drinking Sands. Gu Jin saved Hua Shu in time, successfully obtaining the Phoenix Immortal Essence. Seeing Gu Jin's rapid increase in power, Hua Shu couldn't help but feel amazed.

Initially, Hua Shu wanted to use this opportunity to win back Gu Jin, but he had already given up on her. After Gu Jin left, Hua Shu, angered by the increasing difficulty of dealing with him, was suddenly approached by the Peacock King. He revealed his cooperation with Qing Lin, offering her the chance to become one of the Five Venerables. Reluctant to be controlled by the Demon Clan, Hua Shu wavered upon hearing that Qing Lin could help her achieve such a position. The Peacock King handed her an arrow, instructing her to exchange it for a protective spirit arrow in the Heavenly Palace Secret Repository, ensuring the success of Qing Lin's plan. To avoid suspicion, Hua Shu decided to use A Yin to carry out this task.

Before the Spirit Oracle Grand Ceremony, Emperor Lan Feng, accompanied by Hong Yi, A Yin, and Yan Shuang, visited the Secret Repository to check if the protective spirit arrow was functioning properly. Unexpectedly, the Crimson Flame Blade suddenly injured the Astonishing Thunder Immortal, and only the Xuan Pool Immortal Dew in Emperor Lan Feng's hands could save his life. Emperor Lan Feng instructed A Yin and Hong Yi to temporarily take charge of the protective spirit arrow, while Feng Ming stood guard outside. He rushed to the Hall of Military Affairs with Yan Shuang.

Inside the Heavenly Palace Secret Repository, Hong Yi discovered the abandoned Annihilation Wheel left by the King of Flames but chose not to take it to avoid implicating A Yin. As Hong Yi hesitated, the Annihilation Wheel recognized him as its master, surprising A Yin. At that moment, a weapon very similar to the Annihilation Wheel flew in, and the Annihilation Wheel blocked its attack on Hong Yi, causing the weapon to retreat. Although Hong Yi couldn't catch up with the weapon, he encountered his aunt, Hong Ruo. Suspecting that Hong Mei's death was related to this artifact, Hong Yi confronted Hong Ruo, who coldly rebuked him and scolded him for neglecting his duties by coming to the Immortal Palace. As Hong Yi left, Qing Lin used Hong Ruo's body to commit wrongdoing, planting the Deicide Flower Seed in the surroundings.

The three realms—Immortal, Demonic, and Dim and Clear—all gathered in the Heavenly Palace for the Spirit Oracle Grand Ceremony. To show sincerity, Emperor Lan Feng initially returned the Finger Bone to the Demonic Realm. However, the protective spirit arrow suddenly exploded the next moment. Seeing the demonic sacred object destroyed, Demon King Lin Sen, incited by Fox King Hong Ruo, angrily decided to go to war with the Immortal Realm.

Hong Chou believed that all signs pointed to A Yin, but Gu Jin felt that the situation was not clear, and they should not jump to conclusions. Considering A Yin's responsibility for creating and guarding the protective spirit arrow, Emperor Lan Feng immediately ordered her arrest to appease the fury of the Demon Clan.

Seeing that the Heavenly Execution Officer was about to go to the Hall of Military Affairs to capture someone, Prince Youming Ao Ge suddenly appeared on the scene, claiming to have lost his way and requesting the Heavenly Execution Officer to give him a ride. In reality, he was buying time for A Yin to escape. With the cover of others, Gu Jin and A Yin quickly slipped out through the back door and temporarily hid in the War God Temple.

A Yin blamed herself for causing trouble to everyone, but they didn't mind at all and helped analyze which link went wrong. Considering the strict security of the Heavenly Palace Secret Repository, the only possibility was the presence of a spy in the heavens. The immediate task was to secretly investigate. Yan Shuang handed the damaged protective spirit arrow to A Yin, and the Blood-Drinking Sands on it reminded Gu Jin of the Yehai Realm.

Subsequently, everyone acted separately. Hong Yi was responsible for closely monitoring the Hall of Wind to check for suspicious individuals. Yan Shuang, with the help of the Dust Concealing Sword and others, investigated the duty roster of the Hall of Military Affairs, searching for all celestial servants who had access to the drawings and arrow-making process. Gu Jin and A Yin needed to follow the clues of the Blood-Drinking Sands.

It turned out that Qing Lin intended to extort more celestial lands from the Celestial Clan using this incident. Unexpectedly, the Celestial Clan used the demonic sacred object, the Annihilation Wheel, to appease the situation, thwarting her conspiracy. Due to the constant growth of the demonic army and the increasing difficulty of concealing demonic energy, Qing Lin wanted a suitable place to settle the demonic army. Otherwise, it would be discovered by the Celestial Realm sooner or later, unless there were boundary stones to hide the demonic energy.

Zhuo Ying was ordered to remove traces of the fake protective spirit arrow, but A Yin and Gu Jin happened to discover it. Immortal Wind quickly led people to block them, but the culprits managed to escape. Fortunately, after this incident, A Yin was completely cleared of suspicion. Immortal Wind learned the whole story and promised to truthfully report to Emperor Lan Feng, revoking the arrest warrant for A Yin.

The Three Lives Stone tirelessly searched and finally found Gu Jin's Love Threads inside a tree. They urgently conveyed the message to Gu Jin. On the other hand, Feng Ming discovered a celestial disciple practicing demonic cultivation, and as he bore burn marks, confirming him as the demonic person intending to destroy evidence. Hua Shu, unaware of Hong Ruo's collusion with the Demon Clan, worried about the exposure of the matter and sought comfort from the Peacock King. He assured her not to worry and persuaded her to deny A Yin's application, directly assigning the Niyun Mountain to the Demon Clan.

Emperor Lan Feng was puzzled by Hua Shu's decision to return Niyun Mountain to the Demon Realm but hesitated to intervene. Feeling guilty towards A Yin, he had to reveal the truth to her. A Yin was devastated by the loss of Niyun Mountain, knowing that her sister A Yu's birth might be delayed. Yan Shuang comforted A Yin upon learning about it and also revealed that Gu Jin had found Love Threads.

Now, Gu Jin, through the Love Threads, saw the moments between him and A Yin and finally understood that his emotional restraint originated from someone stripping away his Love Threads. A Yin remembered Hong Chou's words and suspected her involvement. Indeed, Hong Chou admitted directly, explaining that she did it for Gu Jin's well-being.

The niece and aunt argued incessantly. In her urgency, Hong Chou stated that the safety of Daze Mountain was at stake, even if it angered Gu Jin. Initially, Gu Jin didn't understand her intentions until Hong Chou unfolded the mountain gate scroll. He realized that he and A Yin were destined to face a calamity together. Even though Donghua formed a master-servant bond between them, Hong Chou feared an accident and linked Gu Jin's calamity to Daze Mountain. If Gu Jin's calamity arrived, everyone in Daze Mountain would suffer for him.

At this moment, Pan Heng, regarding the calamity between Gu Jin and A Yin, was no longer just about the two of them but about everyone in Daze Mountain. Gu Jin, unwilling to endanger others for personal feelings, endured the pain of love and reluctance, saying harsh words to A Yin to make her believe that he valued social status greatly. To completely make A Yin give up, Gu Jin destroyed the Love Threads in front of her, leaving only a friendship between fellow disciples. A Yin, seeing this, burst into tears.

Later, Gu Jin went alone to the Demon Realm, using the Floating Cloud Boat as a bet to challenge the Fox Clan experts. Regardless of winning or losing, he would hand over the boat to the Demon Clan. Initially, Gu Jin was no match for the Demon Clan experts, but he awakened the Ancient Emperor Sword with chaotic blood, deciding the outcome in one move. Hong Ruo, wanting to obtain the boundary stone, didn't want to provoke Gu Jin and agreed to give Niyun Mountain to him if he won.

As Gu Jin didn't want A Yin to know about this, he entrusted Emperor Lan Feng to deliver the Niyun Mountain token on his behalf. Unaware of the truth, A Yin stayed in Niyun Mountain, drowning her sorrows in alcohol. Yan Shuang and Hong Ruo comforted and consoled her. Little did she know that Gu Jin silently stood not far away, watching A Yin in such a state, feeling equally uncomfortable.

Hua Shu failed in the Heavenly Palace election and was not chosen as the Cloud Lord, causing her anger and frustration. She intended to confront Emperor Lan Feng about it. However, Hua Shu unexpectedly discovered that Emperor Lan Feng had been on the Qinglong Terrace these days. When she went there in person, she found out that Emperor Lan Feng had been self-punishing due to the incident with the protective spirit arrow, enduring successive heavenly thunder punishments, leaving him weak and vulnerable. It turned out that Emperor Lan Feng had already found out Hua Shu's connection with the protective spirit arrow, deliberately framing A Yin. However, he chose to conceal this information and took the blame for Hua Shu. Furthermore, Emperor Lan Feng proposed to Hua Shu again, knowing her scheming nature, but he did it for the sake of the Peacock Clan. As a heavenly lord, he had to act justly and prevent her from going astray, committing harmful actions. Touched by his words, Hua Shu agreed to their marriage.

Qing Lin handed the Divine Slayer Flower seed to the Peacock King, instructing him to plant it in the immortal veins of Daze Mountain and have Feng Ming cooperate. Feng Ming used the Linglong Tower of Phoenix Mountain to distract Xian Shan, Xian Zhu, and Gu Jin. Despite their combined efforts to reinforce the enchantment, it proved ineffective. The urgent task was to either obtain the Phoenix Immortal Essence or have someone sacrifice their immortal essence to stabilize the Linglong Tower. Gu Jin believed the calamity was caused by himself and decided to contribute his immortal essence. Qing Yi was extremely worried and hurriedly informed A Yin and others. A Yin asked Hong Yi and Yan Shuang to stop Gu Jin, stating that she had a way to retrieve the Phoenix Immortal Essence. Her method involved going to the Youming Realm and offering half of her inner elixir's spiritual power in an equal exchange with Ao Ge.

Soon, spiritual power flowed into Xiu Yan's body through A Yin's fingertips, silently repairing his soul, strengthening it until the shattered soul imprint deep within his ghostly core gradually gathered and became powerful and stable. In contrast, A Yin's face became increasingly pale. To express gratitude to A Yin, Xiu Yan not only handed over two Phoenix Immortal Essences but also helped her advance her cultivation, promoting her to the rank of Lower Deity. However, in the next moment, A Yin deduced that Xiu Yan was, in fact, Ao Ge. Indeed, Ao Ge revealed the truth to A Yin, admitting that Ao Ge and Xiu Yan were originally twin brothers—one in charge of the Heavenly Palace, the other managing the Youming Realm. In the demon-sealing battle ten thousand years ago, Demon God Ming Qi and the demons broke through the seal of the Nine Abyss Execution Purgatory. The Emperor's consorts and the merging true gods coincidentally descended to the mortal world, so he and Ao Ge led tens of thousands of gods to quell the chaos, with Xiu Yan sacrificing himself to summon an army and seal the Demon God once again.

Later, Ao Ge found fragments of Xiu Yan's inner elixir, broke into the Hall of Life and Death for him, stole the Book of Life and Death, and found the merging true god who had undergone trials in the mortal realm. He pleaded with her to use the power of chaos to condense Xiu Yan's inner elixir fragments. However, if the merging true god used the power of chaos to condense the fragments, it would take tens of thousands of years, during which there would be no new executioners in the Qiankun Platform, causing chaos in the world. In this way, Ao Ge decided to take over Xiu Yan's role in managing the Youming Realm, becoming one entity with Xiu Yan. As Ao Ge narrated the past to A Yin, Demon God Ming Qi had new plans and tried to persuade Xiu Yan to give up his seal. He offered to use the inner elixir fragments to rebuild his body, but Xiu Yan rejected the proposal.

Hong Yi and Yan Shuang hastily rushed to Phoenix Mountain to stop Gu Jin, informing him of A Yin's journey to the Youming Realm. Alarmed by this news, when Gu Jin arrived at the Youming Realm, A Yin was already weak, and after handing over two Phoenix Immortal Essences, she fell into a coma. Gu Jin brought A Yin back to Daze Mountain, and Xian Shan and others diagnosed her, discovering that her lifespan was about to end. It turned out that when A Yin's mother was pregnant with them, she was injured by a demon. Although A Yin was fortunately born later, her lifespan was not even a hundred years, at most ten years. Now, A Yin sacrificed half of her lifespan, living in the mortal realm for over four years, which meant she had less than a year left. Shocked and saddened by this revelation, Gu Jin, unable to believe it, attempted to find other ways to save A Yin. Xian Zhu mentioned that for a divine beast to break free from the shackles of lifespan, they needed to become gods. However, becoming a god within a short time was wishful thinking.

Hua Shu saw the scene in the mirror, turned back to Lan Feng, and indeed found that the wound on his chest originated from the Annihilation Wheel, further confirming the connection between the murderer and the Fox Clan. The immortals were filled with indignation, expressing their opinions, but Immortal Wind Lord remained calm and rational. He stated that before the truth was uncovered, hasty conclusions should not be drawn. Otherwise, it would be a disservice to the true body of the Emperor and jeopardize the hard-won peace between the immortal and demonic realms.

One immortal joined in, agreeing that he had clashed with Hong Ruo before and noticed that the techniques used by the murderer were different from Hong Ruo's spiritual attacks. Caution was needed before making any conclusions. The Mountain Lord of Wanyi suggested using tracking techniques to find the traces of the murderer, which led them to Daze Mountain, surprising everyone.

Hua Shu and others stopped at the mountain gate, causing a stir that alerted the disciples of Daze Mountain. A Yin, despite her weak condition, came forward to greet them. Upon hearing Hua Shu accusing Daze Mountain of harboring the demon responsible for Lan Feng's death, A Yin, feeling a bit dazed, associated it with Hong Yi. However, knowing Hong Yi's upright character, she dismissed the possibility of him being the real killer. Gu Jin stepped forward to clarify.

Unfortunately, Hua Shu lost her composure and, using the Sky-Blocking Umbrella, tried to expose Hong Yi, forcing Gu Jin to counter with the Ancient Emperor Sword. In this situation, the Peacock King surprisingly showed a "deep understanding of righteousness" and persuaded his daughter to calm down. Especially after hearing that Xian Shan represented Daze Mountain as a guarantor for Hong Yi, they followed Immortal Wind Lord's suggestion and initiated a thorough investigation using the Immortal Net.

Qing Lin, being purely a demon god, was not afraid and balanced the power of half-god artifacts. As expected, no abnormalities were found in Daze Mountain. Although suspicion still lingered on the Fox Clan, after Immortal Wind Lord left Daze Mountain, he dispatched envoys to report to the Demon Emperor and thoroughly investigate the Fox Clan.

Xian Shan was relieved that Gu Jin had matured and temporarily handed over the management of Daze Mountain to him. He decided to seclude himself, focusing on nurturing the God Lamp along with Xian Zhu. Gu Jin successfully refined the Divine Transformation Pill, but unexpectedly, the pill automatically shattered. A Yin, weakened to the point of no breath, shocked everyone. Yan Shuang, in disbelief, mournfully revealed that A Yin's immortal aura had dried up, a sign of impending death.

Gu Jin, finding it hard to believe, realized that Bi Bo must have concealed something, causing the failure in refining the Divine Transformation Pill. Gu Jin decided to take A Yin to Purple Moon Mountain to get answers from Bi Bo, but considering Hong Yi's ascension, Yan Shuang assured Gu Jin that she would take Qing Yi and others to help Hong Yi through the tribulation to ease Gu Jin's concerns.

Hua Shu returned to Bai Niao Island to question the Peacock King, speculating that Hong Ruo's relationship with the demon clan was the reason for Lan Feng's death. However, the Peacock King adamantly denied it and privately found Hong Ruo. Worried that this matter would eventually be exposed, he planned to investigate the truth with the Fox Clan when Emperor Fengyuan returned.

Meanwhile, Bi Bo was still confronting three Fire Dragons. Gu Jin hurriedly arrived, sternly accusing Bi Bo of deceiving him. Bi Bo was surprised that Gu Jin had obtained the inner elixir of a ten-thousand-year flying beast. He then revealed that the most challenging part of the Divine Transformation Pill was the Nine Abyss Demon Marrow from the heart of the God-Slaying Flower King.

The God-Slaying Flower was known for its extreme danger, and ordinary immortals and demons could hardly approach it, let alone Gu Jin, who had not opened his divine power and had injuries. Despite this, Gu Jin decided to venture into the Nine Abyss Death Prison, willing to take the risk to prevent his beloved from dying. Before leaving, he entrusted the Fire Phoenix Jade to Bi Bo for safekeeping.

Outside the Changsheng Hall, thunder roared, covering the Yantian Hall. Daze Mountain disciples stood guard, and Yan Shuang flew to absorb several thunder tribulations for Hong Yi. Sensing the demonic aura around him, Hong Yi lost control, broke through the hall, shattered the formation, and seized the God Lamp despite the immortals' obstruction.

The God Lamp was already burning with eight stars, just one breath away from completion. Even with Yan Shuang and Xian Zhu exhausting all their spiritual power, they couldn't stop Hong Yi's evil deeds. A grand thunderbolt descended from the sky, penetrating Hong Yi and the God Lamp. The thunder, imbued with the demonic power of the demon-slaying process, entered his body, directly promoting him to a god with ten tails, leaving everyone in awe.

Yan Shuang and the disciples watched as the black hair of Xian Shan and Xian Zhu turned white, indicating the imminent death of the immortals. The disciples rushed towards the main hall, vowing to live and die with Daze Mountain. Hong Yi destroyed the God Lamp and the Immortal Vein, summoned the demonic army to attack Daze Mountain, revealing a cruel smile. Yan Shuang felt a chill down her spine, finding him incredibly unfamiliar.

Xian Shan entrusted Qing Yi to Yan Shuang, hoping she would take Qing Yi out alive. He wanted her to inform the Three Realms of Daze Mountain's fate today and preserve the last trace of Daze Mountain's bloodline. In the end, Xian Shan and Xian Zhu bound Qing Yi, used magic to send him and Yan Shuang out of Daze Mountain, and left the disciples behind to form a sword formation, accompanied by the mournful cries echoing through the valley. They perished along with the demonic army. At the same time, Hong Yi was pulled back by Qing Lin, keeping him for future use. Gu Jin faced the God-Slaying Flower alone, feeling his heart twisted with pain.

Gu Jin suddenly felt his heart twisting like a knife, but the thought of A Yin waiting for help made him endure the discomfort and continue advancing through the God-Slaying Flower. The God-Slaying Flower, like entwining vines, relentlessly tangled around Gu Jin, making it difficult for him to move forward. In desperation, he had no choice but to break the blood seal in his heart, successfully obtaining the demonic marrow. Just as Gu Jin was about to leave, a voice came from afar, questioning him about risking Daze Mountain's safety to save A Yin and whether it was worth it, mocking him for not having fully formed true godly elements.

On the other hand, Yan Shuang flapped her wings, flying without stopping towards the direction of the Heavenly Palace, with Hong Yi, now a half-god, easily blocking her path. Yan Shuang couldn't believe that Hong Yi had turned into this, protecting Qing Yun with her life. However, Hong Yi, wielding the Annihilation Wheel, was relentless, and she could not withstand his attacks for long.

Feeling a sense of despair, Yan Shuang slowly uttered her last words. Seeing her tears, Hong Yi suddenly regained clarity, struggling to control the demonic aura within him. Witnessing this, Yan Shuang realized that Hong Yi was not intentionally slaughtering Daze Mountain. From despair, a glimmer of hope emerged. She shouted with all her might, but Hong Yi's clarity lasted only a moment. When the demonic aura took over again, he continued pursuing Yan Shuang and Qing Yun.

At a critical moment, Immortal Wind Lord and others appeared, joining forces to trap Hong Yi. Seeing this, Hong Ruo, recalling that half of his demonic aura was still within Hong Yi, couldn't let him be captured and cause alertness in the heavenly realm. She reluctantly showed up to rescue him, but being outnumbered, she was injured and fled.

While Gu Jin was in the Nine Abyss Death Prison, Bi Bo used her magical power to sustain A Yin's life. Upon Gu Jin's return, the Divine Transformation Pill, infused with the Nine Abyss Demon Marrow, proved to be effective. A Yin, after taking the pill, saw her white hair turn black again. Upon awakening, her first sight was Gu Jin, standing with injuries all over.

Seeing A Yin's recovery, Gu Jin was excited and embraced her. A Yin, however, stood still for a moment, hesitated, and then reached out to hug Gu Jin. Inexplicably, tears of joy welled up in her eyes. Finally, the two faced each other's feelings openly. At that moment, a bell rang outside, and everyone turned to see that the restriction on the Fire Phoenix Jade had disappeared.

The Heavenly Emperor's bell belonged to all the previous heavenly emperors. Although it couldn't be used in battle, it served as a summoning command. When the heavenly emperors were in power, they issued a divine command that any member of the immortal race who appeared on the bell when it rang must rush to the location. It indicated that something significant was happening. With A Yin in his arms, Gu Jin hurriedly rushed to the Daze Mountain territory. The Nine-Star Lamp and Thunder had disappeared, and to everyone's surprise, immortals from the heavenly realm had gathered.

The immortals stepped aside, leaving a path straight to the mountain gate, with a view of ruins and broken walls. In a short time, the entire mountain was destroyed, and the sect annihilated. Only the immortal formation, radiating ethereal light, remained, transformed from the spirits of the deceased Daze Mountain disciples. Normally, the spirits of immortals would enter the ghost realm and undergo the cycle of reincarnation in the next life based on fate. However, if the spirits refused to enter the ghost realm and be reincarnated, within three days, they would dissipate. For the sake of preserving Daze Mountain, they chose to give up the opportunity for reincarnation.

Feeling the grief that Gu Jin was enduring, no one dared to speak. Immortal Wind Lord broke the silence, recounting how Hong Yi slaughtered the immortal sect, chased Yan Shuang and Qing Yun. Gu Jin remained silent throughout. A Yin felt uneasy and reached out to tug at Gu Jin's sleeve. Before touching him, Gu Jin walked toward the main hall and knelt down in a deep bow.

In an instant, a faint divine light appeared, enveloping Gu Jin's entire body. The true god seal was broken, and Yuan Qi, the true god, manifested. The spirit of the Ancient Emperor Sword acknowledged him publicly. The immortals, astonished, knelt in reverence, while Hua Shu suggested severe punishment for Hong Yi. A Yin watched as Gu Jin's gaze swept over her, but in that fleeting moment, it seemed as if she had turned to dust in Gu Jin's eyes.

Back in the Heavenly Palace, Hong Yi was bound and brought over. When he heard Hua Shu accusing him, he urgently explained, but no one believed him except for A Yin, who was willing to defend him. Thinking of Yan Shuang and Qing Yun still unconscious from their injuries, Gu Jin ordered Hong Yi to be imprisoned in the Demon-Locking Tower and subjected to the Nine-Tiered Profound Thunder punishment. If Hong Yi's words were true, the Nine-Tiered Profound Thunder would force out the demonic aura.

Since Gu Jin regained his true god identity, the immortals treated him with great respect. A Yin, however, felt that he had become distant and unfamiliar. Upon learning that Gu Jin was the son of the Harmony True God and the Emperor's Consort, Qing Lin, surprised and concerned, rushed to discuss rescuing Hong Yi. Lin Mo advised her to consider the situation carefully.

Hong Chou, accompanied by Qing Chi Palace's Chief Manager, came to see Gu Jin, congratulating him and handing him the Sect Master's Scroll. The scroll recorded the deeds of the senior disciples, who had now vanished along with their immortal essence. Gu Jin was plunged into sorrow. A voice from outside requested an audience, and Gu Jin guessed it was someone pleading for Hong Yi. He chose to avoid it and not meet them.

To protect A Yin, Gu Jin temporarily confined her to the Hall of Military Affairs. Even though she felt that losing her freedom was a small sacrifice to prevent Hong Yi from being wrongly executed and to thwart the demonic scheme, she was content. Just when A Yin was relieved that she had already placed her sister on the Condensed Cloud Mountain, Hua Shu suddenly stormed into the room with her subordinates, ordering A Yin to be taken to the Azure Dragon Platform for execution.

A Yin argued that the Heavenly Palace was not the Hundred Birds Island, and even if she were guilty, Hua Shu had no authority to command her. However, Hua Shu produced the promise seal that Gu Jin had gifted her in the past, claiming it was a decree from Yuan Qi. She declared that, following Yuan Qi's orders, A Yin would be subjected to lightning punishment in advance. Today was the day to strip A Yin of her celestial bones and revoke her immortal status.

On the Azure Dragon Platform, Hua Shu was determined to kill A Yin. Disregarding the objections of the executioner, she cruelly inflicted the most severe punishment on A Yin, intending to seize the Water Nymph's inner core. A Yin endured immense pain, screaming in agony. Hua Shu found satisfaction in this scene and even blamed A Yin for the death of Emperor Lan Feng.

Intentionally revealing A Yin's torture to Hong Yi, Qing Lin succeeded in provoking him. To save A Yin, Hong Yi raised an army to invade the Rakshasa Realm. Upon hearing this, high-ranking immortals like Yu Feng rushed to defend against the imminent clash between immortals and demons. Meanwhile, Qing Lin, holding the Fire Phoenix Jade, approached the vicinity of the Nine Abyss Execution Prison. He aimed to open the barrier and absorb the divine essence of the three fire dragons, attempting to succeed in his scheme.

Seeing this, Xiu Yan wanted to save the three fire dragons and Bi Bo, but he lacked the necessary strength. Moved by their companionship of several millennia, Ming Qi was willing to lend a hand. Angered by the entry of three fire dragons and Bi Bo into the barrier, Qing Lin, frustrated, thought of Gu Jin and planned to seize his divine essence.

Trapped in the demon realm, Gu Jin, disregarding the objections of the Sword Spirit, insisted on using the Blood of the Heart again to break free. In the end, the Ancient Emperor's Sword displayed immense power, breaking the barrier and killing the Burning Shadow. The war between immortals and demons reached a critical point, with neither side gaining the upper hand. Hong Yi, seeking revenge, mercilessly struck down immortals, infuriating Immortal Wind Lord, who vowed to make Hong Yi pay with his life.

At a crucial moment, Gu Jin descended from the sky, holding the Divine Sword. He publicly revealed the truth about Hong Yi being possessed by demonic aura, causing him to commit murder. Furthermore, the true goal of the demonic clan was to instigate a great war between immortals and demons. As the words were spoken, Qing Lin secretly released a demonic array, trapping Gu Jin and causing him to feel the uncontrolled loss of his divine essence.

A Yin suffered torment at the hands of Hua Shu until her inner core shattered. In the nick of time, Yan Shuang appeared on the Azure Dragon Platform, saving A Yin and blocking Hua Shu's attacks. Yan Shuang urged A Yin to quickly find Gu Jin. Sensing the abnormality of the Fire Phoenix Jade, A Yin endured the intense pain, rushed to the Rakshasa Realm, and used the healing technique of the Water Nymph to remove the demonic aura from the Fire Phoenix Jade, allowing Gu Jin to break the demonic array.

Initially, Hong Yi, persuaded by A Yin, was willing to sign a ceasefire agreement with Gu Jin. However, the immortals, ungrateful for past favors, turned against A Yin, attributing the current calamity to her. In addition, the Peacock King intentionally fueled suspicions, suggesting that A Yin, an ordinary celestial official, could eliminate the demonic aura and might be colluding with demons or even be the mastermind behind the demonic array.

Gu Jin clarified the fact that A Yin was the Water Nymph. Although other immortals were informed, the Peacock King and Feng Ming introduced new allegations, suspecting A Yin's ability to eliminate the demonic aura and assuming that she could hide it. They urged Gu Jin to use the Nine-Tiered Profound Thunder punishment on her. Influenced by the Peacock King and others, the high-ranking immortals were filled with righteous indignation, unanimously supporting the momentum to kill A Yin.

Faced with this situation, A Yin did not want to put Gu Jin in a difficult position. She voluntarily requested divine punishment to prove her innocence. Gu Jin, facing a difficult choice, had no option but to use his sword to sever the connection to the Condensed Cloud Mountain and personally seal A Yin's celestial bones. A Yin lost her immortal abode, feeling despondent. She set up an immortal barrier around herself and Gu Jin, preventing any interference from other immortals and demons.

Yan Shuang hurriedly arrived, stopping the settling of the situation. However, the Ancient Emperor's Sword, in Gu Jin's hands, pierced A Yin's physical body. With her inner core shattered, A Yin, for a moment, turned into ashes in Gu Jin's embrace, dissipating into nothingness.

The three fire dragons and Bi Bo are trapped in the Nine Abyss Execution Prison, a divine beast and a divine artifact rendered powerless before Ming Qi. Ming Qi and Xiu Yan observed from a distance as Gu Jin personally killed his beloved, causing her soul to dissipate. Initially, Xiu Yan believed that Gu Jin could escape calamity and change fate, but now it seemed that Ming Qi's speculation was confirmed, and fate was destined to be unalterable.

Gu Jin suffered two consecutive major blows, first losing a fellow disciple, followed by the loss of his beloved, leaving him severely injured and unconscious. With a vacant expression, Gu Jin, still in a dream, gazed at A Yin, experiencing extreme inner torment. Hong Chou and others were extremely anxious, fearing that Gu Jin might not wake up. Fortunately, Gu Jin sensed A Yin's aura and abruptly sat up, realizing that A Yin might be in the Ghostly Mire Realm.

Subsequently, Gu Jin personally went to the Ghostly Mire Realm, hoping that Ao Ge could help find A Yin. Ao Ge denied this, stating that A Yin, as a low-level divine beast, was completely unable to withstand the Ancient Emperor's Sword, and her spiritual essence had long been extinguished. Unwilling to believe, Gu Jin insisted on entering the Ghostly Mire. Ao Ge ordered him to pass through the Bell Ling Palace, where he would endure the burning of "Karmic Fire" and break through the Illusory Lament, falling into the Bitter Water Abyss to reach the Underworld and meet Xiu Yan.

Unfortunately, on the path to the Underworld, A Yin was nowhere to be found. Even Xiu Yan presented the harsh reality, warning Gu Jin that since he had let A Yin down in her lifetime, there was no need to pretend in death. As Xiu Yan mentioned, the list of those crossing tribulations showed no trace of A Yin. Gu Jin, disoriented, left the Ghostly Mire Realm, only to be informed that Qing Lin was the one behind A Yin's framing.

Hong Yi and Yan Shuang frantically searched, attempting to find any remnants of A Yin's essence but to no avail. Yan Shuang discovered Hong Ruo's fallen hairpin nearby, linking it to her previous unusual behavior and the invasion of demonic aura. It wasn't hard to deduce that her aunt had tragically fallen victim to Qing Lin's treachery.

Upon this revelation, Hong Yi sought out Lin Mo to confirm his suspicions. Discovering that his aunt had expended a significant portion of her spiritual power to create a bracelet for his protection, both swore to avenge Hong Ruo. They led an army to confront Qing Lin, who was already prepared. Qing Lin revealed her true form, using Hong Ruo's demon core as leverage. Fortunately, Gu Jin appeared in time, angrily questioning Qing Lin about A Yin's death. Qing Lin did not deny it.

Seeing that Qing Lin showed no remorse, and having caused the deaths of both Hong Ruo and A Yin, Gu Jin took matters into his own hands, personally beheading her with his sword to protect Hong Ruo's demon core. However, Hong Yi harbored resentment towards Gu Jin for failing to protect A Yin, and their relationship remained unrepaired. Considering the possible conflict between the celestial and demonic realms after the loss of the Purple Moon Illuminating Buddha, Gu Jin entrusted the Clear Pool Palace's Eternal Lamp to Lin Mo to maintain the balance between the immortal and demonic realms and prevent further conflicts.

With the disappearance of the Purple Moon, elusive and untraceable across the vast Three Realms, despite Ao Ge's desire to find the remaining core in the Nine Abyss Execution Prison, Xiu Yan knew that there were many unjust deaths in the recent immortal-demon war. Ao Ge needed to continue guarding the Ghostly Mire Realm. Lin Mo and Hong Yi placed Hong Ruo's demon core in the tranquil Hidden Valley, reminiscing about Hong Ruo with mixed emotions.

Hong Yi bid farewell to Lin Mo, heading to the mortal realm to cultivate and atone for his sins. When the Pear Blossom Forest was in full bloom, it would be the day of his return to the demonic realm. Yan Shuang decided to accompany Hong Yi in the mortal realm, temporarily avoiding the Heavenly Palace, regardless of whether it would be a hundred or a thousand years. As the last bloodline of the Da Ze Mountain, Qing Yi, under Gu Jin's arrangement, embarked on a journey in the mortal world, anticipating various possibilities in the future.

A thousand years passed in the blink of an eye, and the celestial realm underwent significant changes. Since the immortal-demon war, the five deities had all retreated. Hua Shu became the Empress of the Celestial Realm, personally selecting new deities. Red Chou was punished and banished to the mortal realm for her crimes, and her past actions remained unknown. The Peacock King advised Hua Shu to get closer to Gu Jin. Only with the support of the true divine Yuan Qi could she succeed him as the true Emperor.

Gu Jin, disinterested in celestial affairs, spent a millennium traveling far and wide, collecting Feng Yin's immortal essence and searching for A Yin's traces. During this time, A Yu hatched from her shell, receiving much affection from Gu Jin. In his efforts to vindicate A Yin, Gu Jin diligently cultivated the Mixed Yuan Cloud Pearl. One night, Gu Jin once again felt A Yin's soul imprint. However, when he hurried to the Underworld, Xiu Yan concealed his presence. After Gu Jin left, Xiu Yan discovered a trace of A Yin's immortal essence left behind. Believing that A Yin was protected by Gu Jin's soul imprint and not completely extinguished, Xiu Yan placed her in a snow lotus to nurture her, hoping for her survival depending on fate.

For centuries, A Yin traversed the Underworld repeatedly, experiencing numerous life cycles, yet never recalling who she was before becoming the female ghost A Yin. The final trial was crucial for A Yin, fraught with danger. Given her current soul strength, she was likely unable to withstand it. Unfortunately, at this critical moment, she saw Gu Jin, though he remained in stealth mode, avoiding a direct encounter.

Hong Yi spent a thousand years in the mortal realm, accompanied by Yan Shuang. Witnessing the Peacock Clan's prosperity and the repeated mistreatment of the Eagle Clan, the Eagle King intended to withdraw, sending someone to bring his daughter back to succeed the throne. However, Yan Shuang, unwilling to part with Hong Yi, pleaded with her uncle for more time. Hong Yi, still immersed in the pain of losing A Yin, sought solace in alcohol daily. It wasn't until he heard the news from the Three Life Stone that he rushed to the Ghostly Mire Realm.

Upon hearing the conversation between the Three Life Stone and Hong Yi, Gu Jin learned that A Yin's residual soul was weak, and the upcoming trial might be insurmountable for her. Despite the repeated persuasions of Xiu Yan and others, offering a better destiny for A Yin, she rejected their goodwill and jumped into the Pool of Transmigration. Gu Jin, witnessing this, reached out to grab A Yin, intending to undergo the cycle of reincarnation together. However, A Yin let go of his hand.

Back on the Yellow Springs Road, Xiu Yan saw the snow lotus gradually wither, lamenting that A Yin's spiritual power was nearly depleted, and the situation was grim. Unwilling to witness A Yin's disappearance, Gu Jin continuously infused spiritual power into the snow lotus, even extracting a strand of his own immortal essence. Unfortunately, all efforts were in vain, and the snow lotus eventually dissipated, leaving him unable to feel A Yin's soul imprint, causing him profound grief.

In the following days, Gu Jin recuperated in the hall. The Sword Spirit, with idle time, played with the Water Condensation Beast and discovered that it had successfully transformed into a graceful girl. The Sword Spirit, delighted, urged A Yu to find Gu Jin. However, when Gu Jin saw A Yu, his yearning for A Yin deepened, adding to his melancholy. A Yu persuaded Gu Jin not to succumb to despair, urging him to clear A Yin's grievances and helping him regain clarity.

Upon learning from a maid that A Yin had no chance of survival, Hua Shu felt overjoyed, envisioning seducing Gu Jin to secure her position as the Empress and control the entire immortal realm. On the other hand, Feng Ming, wanting to take advantage of Feng Yuan's seclusion overseas, aimed to assume a leadership position. He proposed convening the Hundred Birds Chirping Assembly to suppress the Peacock Clan's influence and showcase the Phoenix Clan's status.

Just as Feng Ming was about to volunteer for this responsibility, a phoenix cry suddenly sounded, stunning everyone, who rushed to the Phoenix Tree. Under the elder's leadership, the phoenixes soared, and their cries resonated throughout the nine heavens. This spectacle, accompanying the news of the Little Phoenix Sovereign's rebirth after Nirvana, spread across the immortal, demonic, and Ghostly Mire realms in a single day.

Upon hearing the news, Feng Yuan ended his seclusion prematurely and personally returned to visit his disciple. To his surprise, Feng Yin had undergone significant changes, her eyes seemingly witnessing the world's loneliness and profound inscrutability. She had ascended to a demigod, and her imposing aura rivaled his own. Concerned about Feng Yin's transformation, Feng Yuan finally had the opportunity to ask. Feng Yin candidly explained that it was due to the accumulated trials over a thousand years, retaining memories from each life.

Feng Yuan's greatest puzzle, however, was the demigod power of Feng Yin. While it wasn't uncommon for immortals to descend for trials over the years, the method used by Feng Yin, a god incarnate, was unprecedented. Furthermore, she hadn't triggered divine tribulations. Pondering this, Feng Yuan felt a sense of relief, deciding to pass the position of Phoenix Emperor to Feng Yin, allowing her to lead the Phoenix Clan.

To cheer up Gu Jin, A Yu constantly revolved around him, inadvertently shattering the Phoenix Jade. Fearing Gu Jin's reprimand, A Yu fled to the mortal realm. Unexpectedly, she was attacked by a masked assailant. Fortunately, Hong Yi intervened at a critical moment, and Gu Jin arrived in time. Gu Jin examined the aura and discovered the assailant to be a celestial who had fallen into demonic influence. He had long suspected collusion in the celestial realm involving Qing Lin. Consequently, Gu Jin returned to the Clear Pool Palace and tirelessly refined the cloud pearl, nearly depleting his own chaotic primordial source, leaving him physically weak.

Feng Yin was not prepared to face old acquaintances yet, so she decided to change her appearance using restrictive spells, falsely claiming that she wanted to investigate some matters in her new identity. Feng Yuan did not delve into it deeply but reminded her to handle it quickly, as the birth of the Fire Phoenix would undoubtedly attract attention from the Three Realms.

That night, A Yin arrived near the Hall of Military Affairs, reminiscing about burying the Peach Blossom Brew under a tree with Yan Shuang, Hong Yi, and others, ready to celebrate when the threads of emotion leading to Gu Jin were found. Initially, Feng Yin intended to drink all of the Peach Blossom Brew to sever ties with the past, but unexpectedly encountered Fu Chenjian. Hearing him defend A Yin's innocence, she felt a mix of emotions.

Not long after the Heavenly Edict was issued by Emperor Feng Yuan, stirring up the interest of the Heavenly Beauties, Hua Shu, though burying the past events deep within her heart, now held a significant position among the Five Supreme Beings. However, she had not yet become the legitimate Heavenly Emperor. Fearing that the awakening of the Fire Phoenix might jeopardize her status, Hua Shu decided to test the attitudes of the other immortals.

With no Demon Emperor reigning in the Demon Realm, Lin Mo valued Hong Yi as a rare Heavenly Fox in a thousand years and considered him the best candidate for the position of Demon Emperor. Additionally, Lin Mo thought about Hong Ruo's lingering concern during her lifetime, the alliance between the Fox Clan and the Phoenix Clan. However, Hong Yi had no intention of such an alliance. The Eagle King urged his daughter to take over the throne quickly and noticed Yan Shuang's long wait for Hong Yi's response. He empathized with her from the bottom of his heart.

Hua Shu gathered the Immortal Masters for a meeting, and Immortal Yanhuo openly challenged her, stating that the Phoenix Clan was the leader of all birds and should prepare gifts promptly. This displeased Hua Shu, and the birth of the Fire Phoenix led the Immortal Masters to harbor various thoughts. If they wanted to stand out in the selection of the Heavenly Emperor, they needed the support of a true god like Gu Jin.

Upon learning that Hong Yi formally succeeded to the throne of Demon Emperor and sent a congratulatory gift to Gu Jin, Feng Ming personally came to Feng Yin to advise her not to befriend the Demon Clan. Red silk carried the betrothal gifts to Wutong Island, hoping to facilitate the marriage between Gu Jin and Feng Yin. Feng Ming also wished for Feng Yin to marry into the Heavenly Realm, allowing him complete control over Wutong Island. Therefore, Feng Yin accepted this marriage proposal.

On the other hand, when Hong Yi found out that Feng Yin sent a congratulatory gift and wanted to form an alliance with Gu Jin, he was furious. He went to reprimand Gu Jin for being an unfaithful man and forgot about his feelings with A Yin. Gu Jin confirmed that it was Red Silk's unilateral decision to deliver the marriage proposal and personally apologized to Feng Yuan, seeking annulment. Feng Yuan, considering the difficult situation, did not blame him excessively. To avoid Feng Yin becoming a subject of mockery, he suggested that Gu Jin show some sincerity and, for a month, serve as a servant by Feng Yin's side. The matter of annulment would be announced by Wutong Island.

Gu Jin readily agreed, and his words and actions reached Feng Yin's ears, gradually improving her mood. Elder Feng Huan arranged for Gu Jin to clean the courtyard. As Gu Jin passed by Feng Yin's palace, he faintly sensed A Yin's presence. However, when he looked closely, the woman on the other side seemed like A Yin but not quite, causing him some disappointment.

Feng Huan noticed Feng Yin's subtle attitude towards Gu Jin and assigned him to the kitchen. Gu Jin stayed in the kitchen, preparing various pastries, each of which A Yin excelled at. However, Feng Yin saw it as unnecessary. The memories of the millennium's trials and tribulations were deeply engraved in Feng Yin's mind. Even though she had resolved to sever her ties with Gu Jin, seeing him still stirred complex emotions within her. Therefore, she coldly ordered Gu Jin to return to Qingchi Palace, not to be bothersome in front of her.

As Gu Jin's birthday approached, Hua Shu invited various Immortal friends to the Heavenly Palace for the upcoming celebration. Feng Yin did not want to meet Hua Shu and sent Feng Huan with generous gifts as a response. Hua Shu seized this opportunity to find Gu Jin and was surprised to see him arranging flowers in the backyard. Although Gu Jin refused to prepare a birthday feast, Hua Shu managed to persuade him by citing peace between immortals and demons. Gu Jin no longer resisted.

As soon as Hua Shu left, Feng Yuan came to talk to Gu Jin, intending to matchmake him with Feng Yin. Unfortunately, Gu Jin's heart only belonged to A Yin, and Feng Yuan sensed his heavy thoughts. Feng Yuan felt puzzled, thinking that Gu Jin had something on his mind, especially since he was unwilling to let others approach him. In reality, Gu Jin's spirit was weak, and he occasionally became transparent. Thanks to the Sword Spirit maintaining his visibility with spiritual power.

At this moment, Ling Feng infiltrated Wutong Island, intentionally approaching Feng Yin near the Wutong Ancestral Tree, pretending to coincidentally meet her and attempting to win her favor with flattering words. However, Feng Yin already knew about Ling Feng's character and disliked his pretentious actions. She used a Thunderfire Charm to knock him to the ground, witnessed by Gu Jin.

Feng Yin continued to expose Ling Feng's ugly face, rebuking him for contemptuously mocking true gods on Wutong Island a thousand years ago, insulting the son of a true god. Ling Feng was shocked by her words, and even Gu Jin stood there in astonishment, realizing his mistake in identifying his benefactor and feeling a thousand years of relief and emotion.

For thousands of years, A Yin walked the path of the Underworld time and time again, reincarnating repeatedly, but she never managed to recall who she was before becoming the female ghost A Yin. The final trial was crucial for A Yin, filled with extreme danger. With her current soul strength, it was highly likely she wouldn't withstand it. Unfortunately, she happened to see Gu Jin at this critical moment, though she remained in invisibility, avoiding a direct encounter with him.

Hong Yi spent a thousand years in the mortal realm, accompanied by Yan Shuang. He witnessed the flourishing days of the Peacock Clan and the repeated struggles of the Eagle Clan. With the Eagle King planning to step down, he sent someone to fetch his daughter to assume the throne. However, Yan Shuang couldn't bear to part with Hong Yi and begged her uncle for more time. Hong Yi, still immersed in the pain of losing A Yin, drowned his sorrows in alcohol daily until he heard news from the Three Lives Stone. He immediately rushed to the Ghostly Mingshi Realm.

Upon hearing the conversation between the Three Lives Stone and Hong Yi, Gu Jin learned that A Yin's remaining soul was weak, and the final trial might be too much for her to endure. Despite the persuasions of others, offering a better fate for A Yin, she rejected their goodwill and jumped into the Pool of Reincarnation. Seeing this, Gu Jin reached out to grab A Yin, wanting to go through the cycles of reincarnation together, but A Yin let go of his hand.

Back on the Yellow Springs Road, Xiu Yan saw the gradually withering Snow Lotus and sighed, realizing A Yin's spiritual power was nearly depleted, and the situation was dire. Gu Jin, unwilling to witness A Yin's disappearance, continuously infused spiritual power into the Snow Lotus, even sacrificing a strand of his own immortal essence. Unfortunately, it was all in vain, and the Snow Lotus eventually turned into nothingness. Gu Jin could no longer feel A Yin's soul imprint, and he was overcome with grief.

In the following days, Gu Jin recuperated in the main hall, and Sword Spirit would occasionally play with Shui Ning Beast. To his surprise, he found Shui Ning Beast had successfully transformed and grown into a graceful girl. Sword Spirit, delighted, urged Ah Yu to find Gu Jin. However, when Gu Jin saw Ah Yu, he only missed A Yin more, adding to his melancholy. Ah Yu persuaded Gu Jin not to be so disheartened and encouraged him to clear A Yin's grievances. Gu Jin gradually regained his composure.

Upon hearing the maid's report, Hua Shu confirmed that A Yin had no chance of survival, filling her with joy. She deluded herself into thinking she could seduce Gu Jin, securing her position as the Heavenly Emperor and controlling the entire immortal realm. On the other hand, Feng Ming wanted to take advantage of Feng Yuan's seclusion overseas, considering himself the acting ruler. He proposed convening the Hundred Birds Paying Homage Ceremony to overshadow the Peacock Clan and showcase the Phoenix Clan's status.

Just as Feng Ming was about to volunteer for this responsibility, a phoenix cry suddenly rang out, shocking and delighting everyone, who rushed to the Wutong Tree. From the elders of the Phoenix Clan to a hundred phoenixes soaring, the resounding cries, coupled with the news of the Phoenix Sovereign's rebirth, spread throughout the Immortal, Demon, and Ghostly Mingshi realms in a single day.

Upon hearing the news, Feng Yuan cut short his seclusion and personally returned to visit his disciple. He was astonished to find that Feng Yin had undergone tremendous changes, her eyes seeming to have experienced the loneliness and profound mysteries of the world, completely devoid of her previous playful and charming demeanor. Having ascended to a demigod, she was no less imposing than himself. Concerned about Feng Yin's transformation, Feng Yuan finally had the opportunity to ask her about it, and Feng Yin openly revealed the effects of the trials over the past thousand years, with memories of each life still intact.

Feng Yuan's greatest confusion, however, lay in Feng Yin's demigod power. While it was not uncommon for immortals to descend and undergo trials through the ages, the method Feng Yin used was unheard of, especially since she, as a god, did not face the heavenly tribulation. Pondering this, Feng Yuan felt somewhat relieved and decided to pass on the position of Phoenix Sovereign to Feng Yin, allowing her to lead the Phoenix Clan.

To lift Gu Jin's spirits, Ah Yu constantly hovered around him, accidentally breaking the Fire Phoenix Jade. Fearing Gu Jin's reprimand, Ah Yu fled to the mortal realm to hide. Unexpectedly, she was attacked by a masked assailant, but Hong Yi intervened at a critical moment, and Gu Jin arrived just in time. Gu Jin inspected the aura and discovered it was the work of a corrupted celestial being, suspecting collusion with Qing Lin in the heavenly realm. This led Gu Jin to tirelessly refine the Cloud Bead upon returning to Qingchi Palace, nearly depleting his own chaotic origin, leaving him physically weakened.

Gu Jin hurriedly arrived at the Youming Realm, only to find that Hua Shu had also come looking for him. Using the pretext of catching up with the past as the High Sovereign, she invited him to the Heavenly Palace, but faced rejection from Gu Jin. However, Hua Shu continued to pester him, questioning whether he still missed the Water Condensation Beast and even accusing A Yin of causing the death of Emperor Lan Feng unjustly. Such insulting words angered Gu Jin uncontrollably. In front of everyone, he rebuked her for handling matters too arbitrarily and being unfit to sit in the position of the Heaven's Emperor. If not for the face of Emperor Lan Feng, he would not have allowed her to be so audacious repeatedly. Before Hua Shu could retort, Gu Jin exposed her despicable act of pretending to be a benefactor and used this debt to subdue the Heavenly Umbrella.

Seeing Gu Jin's furious gaze, Hua Shu felt anxious but could only feign bitterness and sorrow. She explained that she deceived Gu Jin because of the crisis on Hundred Birds Island, but Gu Jin had already lost patience, warning her not to harbor any delusions from now on and to take care of herself.

Xiu Yan and Feng Yin watched this scene from above, their eyes revealing ambiguous emotions. Suddenly, Xiu Yan intervened, striking Hua Shu down and scolding her to leave the Youming Realm. Hua Shu left in a sorry state, and as Gu Jin looked up, he saw Feng Yin holding a bamboo dragonfly, resembling A Yin. This confirmed his suspicion that they were the same person. Gu Jin hastily chased after her, unable to refrain from calling A Yin's name, and Feng Yin stopped in her tracks. Although Feng Yin no longer concealed her identity and reverted to her original appearance, her inner emotions remained calm. San Sheng Shi came to reunite with Feng Yin, expressing joy that she was alive and had become the Phoenix Empress. Xiu Yan remarked that Feng Yin seemed familiar, confirming the reunion of old friends. At this moment, Gu Jin was in tears, and Xiu Yan, feeling sympathy, asked if Feng Yin was willing to catch up with him. Feng Yin clearly stated her desire to no longer be involved.

After leaving the Youming Realm, Feng Yin returned to Wutong Island and found Gu Jin standing outside, deliberately casting a spell to make it rain, intending to force him to leave. However, Gu Jin insisted on standing in the pouring rain, even though his spiritual power weakened, refusing to take a step away. The next morning, when Feng Yin woke up and saw no sign of Gu Jin outside, she gradually felt relieved. Fu Chenjian revealed that Gu Jin had stood there the whole night before finally leaving. Feng Yin then went to meet Yan Shuang and, upon seeing numerous pear blossom wines inside, casually picked up a bottle. Upon hearing that Yan Shuang brewed the wine for an old friend, Feng Yin took out the token that Yan Shuang had once given her, confirming her identity. Yan Shuang was incredulous, hugged Feng Yin with tears of joy, and learned about the general situation through Feng Yin's narration.

At this moment, Hong Yi stood beside them, watching them with a dazed expression. After confirming Feng Yin's identity, he ran over joyfully and embraced her tightly. Seeing Hong Yi's ecstatic appearance, Yan Shuang, while happy that A Yin had transformed into the Phoenix Empress, also recalled the words of the Eagle King, realizing that Hong Yi's heart had always belonged to A Yin. Feng Yin wanted to investigate the true cause of the death of the Demon Emperor Lin Sen, and Hong Yi suggested she have a face-to-face conversation with the Wind Immortal, Yun Feng Zun.

Already weak and having suffered a serious illness from standing in the rain, Gu Jin was visited by A Yu on behalf of the Sword Spirit. Guiding Feng Yin to the Clear Pool Palace, she unexpectedly learned that Feng Yin was her sister A Yin. While Feng Yin thanked Gu Jin for helping A Yu transform, she made it clear that the past could not be pursued, and now she only wanted to uncover the truth behind the chaos caused by the Demon Clan, offering solace to the many spirits in Daze Mountain and clearing A Yin's name.

Despite Gu Jin's understanding that A Yin would not become his supporter knowing the truth of the past, he continued to organize a birthday feast. Temporarily creating a false impression of a good relationship between himself and Gu Jin, A Yu no longer sought forgiveness from Feng Yin. Gu Jin no longer expected forgiveness from Feng Yin but hoped to spend the remaining time accompanying her. He sent gifts to the Phoenix Clan, all things that A Yin had once liked.

Gu Jin arranged to meet Feng Yuan under the Wutong Ancestral Tree, confessing A Yin's identity a millennium ago and the bond between them. Gu Jin hoped that Feng Yuan could speak favorably for him in front of Feng Yin. Seeing Gu Jin's sincerity, Feng Yuan personally came to have a heart-to-heart talk with Feng Yin, telling her that if she missed the person in front of her, she might regret it, especially since Gu Jin would not easily give up.

Yan Shuang gathered courage to confess her feelings to Hong Yi, arranging to meet him at the Pear Blossom Cottage. Unfortunately, just as Hong Yi was about to meet her, he received an invitation from Feng Yin to discuss matters with the Wind Immortal, Yun Feng Zun. Hong Yi had to make a detour to Wutong Island first. Gu Jin watched as Hong Yi entered Feng Yin's palace, and the palace maids gossiped about the two of them being a perfect match, almost causing a commotion. Even Fu Chenjian blocked him from entering. Yun Feng Zun explained the incident to Feng Yin, making her suspect the existence of a traitor in the immortal realm. While Gu Jin also investigated the matter, Yun Feng Zun suggested cooperation between Feng Yin and Gu Jin, but Feng Yin politely declined. After analyzing the case, Hong Yi suddenly remembered their appointment and rushed to the Pear Blossom Cottage, only to find Yan Shuang's absence.

It turned out that Yan Shuang had carefully prepared a meal and wine, waiting for Hong Yi. Upon hearing that Hong Yi had gone to Wutong Island to meet Feng Yin, she couldn't hide her disappointment and left. Caught in heavy rain, Yan Shuang stood alone on a bridge, fortunately encountering Kunlun Mountain's Young Master Lian Xi, who kindly offered her an umbrella. Lian Xi took Yan Shuang to an inn, where Yan Shuang, curious about his painting, discovered that the person depicted was herself, surprising her. On the other hand, when Hong Yi hurriedly arrived, he accused Lian Xi of having ill intentions towards Yan Shuang. Despite Hong Yi explaining the reason for missing the appointment, Yan Shuang, ignoring his explanation, intentionally clung to Lian Xi's arm, severing ties with Hong Yi completely.

In a bid to secure her position as the Heavenly Empress, Hua Shu diligently practiced cultivation daily, aiming for an early ascension to divinity. However, her eagerness led her dangerously close to demonic cultivation. The Peacock King appeared in time to control her and offered a shortcut to godhood – absorbing others' spiritual power to enhance herself. Learning that her father intended for her to practice demonic cultivation, Hua Shu firmly refused and questioned her father's involvement in demonic cultivation. The Peacock King, with no concealment, revealed his own strength and pretended to act for his daughter's and the clan's well-being. After emotionally manipulating Hua Shu, he even revealed that only demonic cultivation could resurrect Emperor Lan Feng. Once the Peacock King left, Hua Shu approached Emperor Lan Feng, acknowledging her father and the Emperor's sincere concern for her. She ultimately made a choice and informed the Peacock King, urging him to hide the demonic energy.

Qing Yi successfully transcended tribulations after several years in the mortal realm. Learning that Gu Jin repeatedly showed goodwill to Feng Yin, he mistakenly believed that Gu Jin had transferred affections, feeling unjust for A Yin. Unaware that A Yin had undergone Nirvana and still observed A Yin's memorial day in the Rakshasa Land, Gu Jin brought Feng Yin to witness the scene, causing a mix of emotions. Feng Yin approached to consume the offerings, and Qing Yi, angry, was about to question them. However, upon closer inspection, he was pleasantly surprised to find out that it was A Yin, creating a moment of joy. Hong Chou, witnessing Qing Yi and Feng Yin getting closer, worried about potential rumors. She sought out Feng Yin privately, clarifying that Gu Jin had no feelings for the Water Condensation Beast apart from pity. Unfortunately, her attempt to prevent misunderstandings only made things more complicated.

Initially, Gu Jin had hoped to strengthen his relationship with Feng Yin through Qing Shan. However, Feng Yin suddenly became temperamental, causing their relationship to plummet once again, leaving Gu Jin puzzled. Gu Jin consulted Hong Chou about the reasons, and after hearing her explanation, he angrily reprimanded her, telling her not to interfere in his affairs. He suggested she go to the East Sea to deal with the Mountain Demon Chaos if she had nothing else to do. Later, Gu Jin returned to Wutong Island, bringing out the recently cultivated Chaos Pearl, intending to use Hua Shu's birthday banquet to expose the real culprit. Although Feng Yin agreed with Gu Jin's plan, she remained cold towards him. Upon learning this, Feng Yuan agreed to reopen the case and collaborate with them in the investigation.

Hong Yi dreamt of Yan Shuang seeking him out. Disappointed upon waking up, he decided to send a message to Yan Shuang, inviting her to meet at the Pear Blossom Cottage. The palace maids reported that the birthday banquet was well-prepared, and various immortal dignitaries had arrived. Hua Shu had prepared for Gu Jin's absence, using the banquet to maintain appearances. Feng Yin and Gu Jin attended the banquet together, with various bird clans flattering Hua Shu. However, when Feng Yin suddenly appeared, the atmosphere shifted. As Feng Yin arrived, the bird clans bowed in worship, but Hua Shu remained arrogantly standing in place.

The Phoenix Clan holds the highest position among the bird tribes, appearing as if they were a new emperor ascending to the throne, despite being guests. While the other female sovereigns knelt in reverence, Hua Shu maintained a haughty demeanor, claiming that Feng Yuan and Yuan Qi had appointed her as the Acting Heavenly Emperor a thousand years ago, exempting her from treating the Phoenix Emperor as a subject. However, Feng Yin completely rejected this notion, arguing that even if she was appointed by the Acting Heavenly Emperor, she needed an imperial decree from the Heavenly Emperor. Feng Yin, using her identity as the Phoenix Emperor, intimidated Hua Shu. Since the Phoenix Clan historically received worship from the bird tribes, any disrespect from Hua Shu could lead to the Peacock Clan losing their position among the bird tribes because of her. With this warning, Hua Shu had no choice but to bow and acknowledge her allegiance. At that moment, Gu Jin descended from the heavens, and although Hua Shu was initially pleased, she soon realized that Gu Jin stood by Feng Yin's side. Gu Jin subtly reminded Hua Shu to distinguish between superior and inferior positions until Hua Shu took the initiative to apologize to Feng Yin.

Before the birthday banquet began, Gu Jin persistently clung to Feng Yin, causing her annoyance. When the banquet started, various immortals arrived, and the Five Immortal Sovereigns sat below Gu Jin. However, the throne prepared for Feng Yin remained unoccupied. Other immortals and leaders discussed Gu Jin's fortune, hinting at a potential good match, indicating Hua Shu. They even suggested that he take a concubine to serve in the palace. While Gu Jin politely declined, Feng Yin arrived late, stunning everyone. It turned out that Feng Yin was the destined person for Gu Jin. Hua Shu, frustrated by miscalculations, witnessed Hong Yi and Lin Mo entering the hall, triggering memories of Emperor Lan Feng's death. Her anger flared, and before she could give orders, Gu Jin intervened.

At the same time, Feng Yin, Hong Yi, and even Gu Jin revisited an ancient case that affected both the immortal and demon realms. The immortals, unaware of the truth, accused the demon clan of killing many immortals at Daze Mountain and conspiring with the demonic tribe. As the last descendant of Daze Mountain, Qing Yi personally revealed the truth, with Yan Shuang as a witness, leaving Hua Shu with no room to argue. To reconstruct the entire process, Gu Jin used the Chaos Pearl, retracing any moment in time. Similarly, Hong Yi had refined the Burning Shadow Wheel, allowing him to locate Yan Shuang in different timelines. Yun Feng Zun and others demanded a reinvestigation, even though Hua Shu was reluctant, she had to go along with everyone's wishes.

Subsequently, Feng Yin, Gu Jin, and Hong Yi traveled through time to retrace the events based on the information left by Qing Lin, confirming that Feng Ming had switched the protective spirit arrows. Even the attack on Emperor Lan Feng was orchestrated by someone else. When everyone was about to see the appearance of the demonic entity, Peacock King intentionally disrupted the formation, causing the image to disappear. Separated in different timelines, Feng Yin witnessed Gu Jin's efforts to secure Nian Yun Mountain for her, Emperor Lan Feng's punishment on the Azure Dragon Platform, and even Gu Jin's sacrifice of a millennium-old flying beast's inner core, promising it to Hua Shu on behalf of their agreement. Feng Yin realized the extent of Gu Jin's efforts for her, making her emotions complicated. Eventually, Gu Jin and Hong Yi found Feng Yin, and together they broke free from the Chaos Pearl. With the truth revealed, Hua Shu wanted to execute Feng Ming for Emperor Lan Feng's revenge, but Feng Yin stopped her, believing that some aspects were still unclear and detained him temporarily. Gu Jin publicly declared that A Yin, Hong Yi, and Yun Feng Zun were innocent victims of the demonic conspiracy, clearing their names and comforting the spirits of Daze Mountain.

The birthday banquet concluded successfully. Hong Yi attempted to reconcile with Yan Shuang, but she remained indifferent. Feng Yin confronted Hua Shu privately, exposing her manipulation of A Yin through the Mirror of the World. Unapologetic, Hua Shu made Feng Yin laughable, claiming not to feel guilty. Feng Yin, for the sake of Emperor Lan Feng's face, chose not to reopen old grievances, hoping she wouldn't betray Emperor Lan Feng's deep affection.

Gu Jin noticed Feng Yin's injuries during the chaos and carefully healed her wounds. He also shared his speculation that the one who planted the Divine-Killing Flower wasn't Feng Ming. On the other side, Feng Ming, unwilling to die in vain, carefully recalled his encounters with the demonic tribe and realized that the Peacock King was suspicious. Unfortunately, before he could reveal the truth to Gu Jin and others, he was killed by demonic energy. Gu Jin and Feng Yin examined his wounds, confirming that the demonic cultivator had reached the realm of demigods.

Upon receiving a message, Hong Yi came to find Feng Yin and discovered that the Eagle King and his daughter were also present. To quickly expose the demonic cultivator, the Eagle King proposed a solution – the union of a demigod from either the immortal or demonic clan in marriage. This would attract divine light, making it impossible for the demonic cultivator to escape. The Eagle King suggested that Feng Yin and Hong Yi pretend to be a couple. Hong Yi readily agreed, but Feng Yin, observing Yan Shuang's changing emotions, was unwilling to consent. Eventually, with Yan Shuang's persuasion, she reluctantly agreed to use this method to find the demonic cultivator.

Yan Shuang was alone in the pear blossom forest, drinking in solitude, reminiscing about the past, feeling deeply troubled. Feng Yin took the initiative to find Yan Shuang and openly expressed that there was no romantic affection between him and Hong Yi. Once the divine light revealed the demonic cultivator, their marriage contract would be dissolved. However, Yan Shuang, putting on a brave smile, responded indifferently, as she had decided to return and assume the position of the Eagle King, taking on her true responsibilities.

Although Hong Yi achieved his wish to marry Feng Yin, he didn't feel as happy as expected. He sensed a difference between Feng Yin and A Yin; A Yin was adorable and warm, while Feng Yin seemed cold and distant, as if two different people. Lin Mo, upon hearing Hong Yi's words, saw through it but didn't expose him, instructing him to focus on preparing for the wedding.

Hua Shu suspected that the Peacock King was the demonic cultivator who attacked Emperor Lan Feng, given that he was the only demonic cultivator with the right to enter the heavenly palace. The Peacock King vehemently denied this accusation. To dispel Hua Shu's suspicions, he took her to the ice coffin containing Emperor Lan Feng's remains. Using magic, he made the Emperor's fingers move, indicating his desire to save Emperor Lan Feng and proving that he would not kill his son-in-law. Convinced, Hua Shu believed that her father practiced demonic arts for the sake of their well-being.

The next morning, Hua Shu found the records in the celestial scrolls and handed the documents to Gu Jin. However, Gu Jin was curious about why numerous celestial maidens were wrongly banished in the past, even Hua Shu's attendant, Red Sparrow, met an unclear fate. Startled, Hua Shu explained calmly that these individuals were demoted due to negligence in their duties. Just as Gu Jin was about to inquire further, news of Feng Yin and Hong Yi's impending marriage arrived. In a rush, he went to Wutong Island, excitedly grabbing Feng Yin's hand and confessing his deep feelings for her. Although Feng Yin felt reluctant, she coldly rejected him, stating that her words from the past about A Yin being just a passerby still held true, and the bond between them had ended.

While Hua Shu thought that Feng Yin's marriage was a good thing for the bird tribes, the Peacock King suspected it might affect her aspirations to become the Heavenly Emperor and Emperor Lan Feng's resurrection. Gu Jin, who never believed that Feng Yin would like Hong Yi, left Wutong Island and personally studied some ancient texts. Finally, he discovered the true purpose behind Feng Yin and Hong Yi's union.

With no interest in preparing for the wedding, Hong Yi found excuses to ask Yan Shuang for help, but she firmly declined. Consequently, Hong Yi had to visit in person, surprisingly being thoughtful and romantic, presenting Yan Shuang with flowers and various exquisite pastries, leaving her pleasantly surprised. However, when he waved his hand to reveal the prepared wedding attire and complained about the hassle of wedding affairs, Yan Shuang felt a surge of anger and directly kicked him out of the room.

The attendants on Wutong Island prepared the bridal attire, triggering memories in Feng Yin about her and Gu Jin pretending to be a couple in the mortal realm. Feeling a mix of emotions, Gu Jin visited Feng Yin again, using divine power to bind her and take her back to the Qingchi Palace, stating that he had a way to uncover the demonic cultivator. Unwilling to listen, Feng Yin broke free and walked away.

On the eve of the grand wedding, Gu Jin brought a few bottles of fine wine to Hong Yi, pretending to celebrate the marriage. He intentionally got Hong Yi drunk. When Hong Yi woke up and realized he had been deceived, he rushed to Wutong Island. Unexpectedly, he saved an eagle clan member and learned that an elder of the eagle clan turned demonic and attacked Yan Shuang. Seeing the urgent situation, Hong Yi, forgetting about the wedding, personally went to rescue Yan Shuang, causing a delay in their marriage.

Dressed in red, Feng Yin appeared, receiving the admiration of the immortal beings. However, Hong Yi's presence was still missing, leading to discussions among the immortals. Suddenly, Gu Jin appeared and claimed that he had come to snatch the bride. Immediately, he changed into groom attire, presented the token of the Qingchi Palace, and willingly offered the entire Qingchi Palace as a dowry, proposing to marry into Wutong Island.

Seeing Feng Yin's silent demeanor, Gu Jin smiled, quietly reminding her to make a decision quickly. The immortals were astonished, and some female sovereigns couldn't help but feel envious. In the end, for the greater good, Feng Yin reluctantly accepted the Qingchi Palace's token, announcing on the spot that she and Gu Jin were married. On the other hand, when Hong Yi arrived at Wutong Island, he saw that Feng Yin and Gu Jin had already become a married couple.

After Gu Jin and Feng Yin's wedding, a divine light descended, bringing joy to the celestial beings. Hong Yi couldn't hide his disappointment, and Yan Shuang, aware of his inner turmoil, stopped in her tracks, considering that she had already let go of him and didn't step forward to console him. After the wedding, Gu Jin followed Feng Yin back to Wutong Island, and to avoid suspicion, they had to act as a loving couple.

Hua Shu was furious that her careful plans, relying on Gu Jin to secure the position of the Heavenly Emperor, were endangered by Feng Yin's appearance. Many celestial beings distanced themselves from the Peacock Clan. The Peacock King sensed something was amiss, speculating that Feng Yin's sudden marriage to Gu Jin was likely to attract divine light. He suspected that Gu Jin had bribed the Phoenix disciples on Wutong Island to monitor Feng Yin.

On the night of their wedding, Gu Jin poured two glasses of wine, handing one to Feng Yin, reminiscing about their past marriage on Earth. Even though it was hastily arranged, he vividly remembered A Yin's joyful expression, her eyes shining brighter than the heavens.

However, Feng Yin didn't take the wine cup; instead, she presented a pre-written divorce letter, announcing their return to freedom after one month. Initially, Feng Yin intended to make Gu Jin abandon any thoughts of reconciliation and leave Wutong Island. To her surprise, Gu Jin suggested that, before the divorce, they still had a month to openly act as a married couple on Wutong Island.

Hong Yi returned to the Demon Clan, drinking in frustration, cursing Gu Jin for playing with him, and worrying about Yan Shuang's injuries. Later, he went alone to the Eagle Clan, coinciding with the succession ceremony. He couldn't help but complain about Yan Shuang not informing him. In front of everyone, Yan Shuang declared that she would draw a clear line with Hong Yi, stating that, from now on, every word and action represented the Eagle Clan. Shocked, Hong Yi, upon confirming that Yan Shuang was serious, angrily turned and left. With Yan Shuang officially taking over as the Eagle King, she watched Hong Yi's departing figure, shedding tears.

Gu Jin and Feng Yin, though sharing the same room, had separate beds. When Feng Yin woke up early and didn't see Gu Jin, even missing him during breakfast, a slight unease crept into her heart, fearing he might be facing divine punishment without her knowledge. As Feng Yin anticipated, Gu Jin, despite extreme spiritual weakness, endured heavenly thunder and pretended to return unscathed.

Fuchen Sword verified the absentees on the guest list, including the Peacock King, Hua Mo, arousing suspicion in Feng Yin. Gu Jin successfully restored Feng Ming's residual essence and witnessed his murder, leading him to conclude that the demonic cultivator was the Peacock King. Although they found the demonic cultivator, they couldn't act hastily: first, to investigate if there was a mastermind behind it, and second, to trace the exact location of Ziyue.

Shortly after, Fuchen Sword found that Ziyue was in the Xuanchi Immortal Realm. Without a corresponding magical treasure, it would be challenging to enter the source of the Weak Water. At this moment, Gu Jin brought personally made exquisite pastries for Feng Yin to taste. A Yu entered the room and, seeing the intimate scene, urged them to quickly have a child to play with, leaving the two alone.

Due to the strong devouring ability of the Weak Water, Gu Jin thought of overcoming it by obtaining a few fox hairs from Hong Yi. Hong Yi, already in a bad mood, saw Gu Jin as an archenemy and wanted to fight him. Fortunately, Feng Yin intervened, explaining the purpose directly. Hong Yi willingly agreed, taking the opportunity to vent his frustrations about Yan Shuang.

On the other side, Hong Chou, upon hearing that Gu Jin was marrying into Wutong Island, felt dissatisfied and decided to go to Wutong Island to settle the score with Feng Yin. After hearing Hong Yi's account, Feng Yin comforted him, advising him not to be angry. She explained the challenges Yan Shuang faced in taking over as the Eagle King. However, Hong Yi's greatest anger was not towards Yan Shuang but towards Yan Shuang's frequent interactions with Lianxi. This revelation made Feng Yin and Gu Jin subtly acknowledge that Hong Yi was jealous without realizing it.

Feng Yin found an excuse to talk to Yan Shuang, and Gu Jin prepared to leave. Hong Yi stopped him, sincerely offering his blessings for Gu Jin and Feng Yin. He also realized that his unrequited love for Yan Shuang was meaningless. Gu Jin, exposing Hong Yi's feelings for Yan Shuang, awakened Hong Yi. Yan Shuang was delighted to see Feng Yin and appreciated her visit. Feng Yin, knowing Yan Shuang still had feelings for Hong Yi, wanted to persuade her to give him another chance. However, Yan Shuang had already made a decision and just wanted to manage the Eagle Clan properly.

Hong Chou never expected that A Yin was the Fire Phoenix, and she was even more surprised to find out that Feng Yin still retained memories about A Yin. She justified her dislike for A Yin by claiming that she feared A Yin would bring calamity to Gu Jin. However, Feng Yin completely disregarded this explanation, questioning why the life of Water Condensation Beast should be considered inferior to that of a God. She pointed out that Dong Hua and Daze Mountain had gone to great lengths to protect them, while Hong Chou, in her arrogance, took it upon herself to judge A Yin, thinking she had seen through everything. Little did she anticipate the current situation.

When Hua Shu attempted to harm Ah Yu, Feng Yin discovered her intentions and used magic to restrain her. Upon learning about the relationship between A Yin and Feng Yin, Hua Shu was not only astonished but also consumed by impotent rage. Under the pretext of seeking revenge for the Lanfeng Emperor, she attempted to ambush Feng Yin but ended up being defeated by her. Feng Yin warned Hua Shu that if she continued her wrongdoing, there would be no mercy.

Hong Yi gradually understands his own feelings. When he mustered the courage to confess to Yan Shuang, it was already too late. Yan Shuang expressed her intention to be engaged to Lian Xi, even if they were friends, she emphasized the need to be cautious and avoid suspicions, suggesting limiting their interactions in the future. Hearing this, Hong Yi was consumed by anger. He questioned Yan Shuang, pointing out that she and Lian Xi had only met a few times and didn't truly understand each other. Yan Shuang countered, stating that no matter how long they knew each other, it wouldn't make a difference.

Disheartened by his romantic setback, Hong Yi sought solace in Gu Jin over drinks. However, Gu Jin, being successful in love, had fully reconciled with Feng Yin. The couple was deeply in love, which left Hong Yi feeling discontent. Gu Jin, having been through similar experiences, shared his insights with Hong Yi. He tactfully looked after Feng Yin, and the subtle exchanges of affection between them were unbearable for Hong Yi. He stood up, holding the wine jug, and left.

The immortals of Daze Mountain returned, bringing immense joy to Feng Yin. Eager to share this good news with Gu Jin, she entered only to find Gu Jin in a semi-unconscious state. His entire body had become transparent, sustained only by the sword spirit, and Long Que revealed the truth to Feng Yin. Gu Jin had exhausted his divine essence in reviving Daze Mountain, his physical form dissolving. He barely maintained existence through the power of chaos, making it uncertain whether he could still be considered alive.

Feng Yin silently stayed by Gu Jin's side until he gradually regained consciousness, extremely weakened. Gu Jin had previously mentioned that finding everyone was necessary to restart Daze Mountain. However, Feng Yin saw this as an imperfect solution, as it required sacrificing Gu Jin. Faced with this situation, she could only helplessly watch her beloved depart.

During this period, Feng Yin searched through all ancient texts to find a cure for Gu Jin, but unfortunately, she found nothing, causing her heart to sink to the depths. Feng Yin personally went to find Gu Jin and overheard a conversation between Long Que and the Sword Spirit at the door. Unexpectedly, she learned that the only way to save Gu Jin at the moment was to use her Phoenix Pill.

Without waiting for Gu Jin to refuse, Feng Yin pushed the door open, tearfully accusing Gu Jin of not hiding things from her. She argued that if he wanted her Phoenix Pill, why would he hesitate. Gu Jin, in an attempt to reassure Feng Yin, falsely claimed to be in good health. However, under Feng Yin's persistent questioning, the Sword Spirit admitted that Gu Jin's life might only be sustained by the power of chaos for less than three days. Unable to prevent Feng Yin, Gu Jin had no choice but to confess that after losing A Yin in the past, he couldn't bear to lose Feng Yin now.

In the end, Feng Yin returned to Daze Mountain in the identity of A Yin. At this moment, everything in Daze Mountain seemed normal, as if the events of the past had never occurred. Xian Shan had not yet become the sect leader, Donghua remained in Daze Mountain, and her senior brothers treated her with care. Even Gu Jin appeared unharmed by her side. Before Feng Yin could fully react, Donghua had already entered from the door, smiling as he asked Gu Jin if he was bullying little A Yin again.

After uttering these words, Donghua turned to Feng Yin, stating that he urgently brought her here today to announce that from this day forward, she would be his closed-door disciple. As soon as this was said, everyone present applauded, but Feng Yin stood still, at a loss. After all, in her memory, Gu Jin was Donghua's closed-door disciple, and she couldn't understand why such a significant change had occurred.

Feng Yin spent a wonderful time in Daze Mountain, but in the blink of an eye, she woke up from the dream. It wasn't until Chang Que came before her that she managed to hold back her tears. Chang Que, with a heavy heart, bid farewell to Feng Yin, expressing that today he and Hong Chou would return to the Divine Realm. He hoped she would take care of herself, as the small God Sovereign had devoted a lifetime to guarding the Three Realms, and now the fate of the Three Realms would depend on her protection.

Listening to Hong Chou's words, Feng Yin murmured to herself. Origins and endings, all in an instant. She swore to protect the Three Realms. In the following days, Feng Yin took over as the Heavenly Emperor, also the leading Phoenix among the hundred birds. She busied herself with various affairs every day, even to the point where others couldn't bear to see her and advised her to take a rest.

On the day of Yan Shuang and Hong Yi's grand wedding, Feng Yin came to offer her blessings. In the crowd, she unexpectedly spotted a familiar figure.

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