Chapter 85: The Divine Couples Hall

Chapter 85: The Divine Couples Hall

The black flame scorched the last of the God-Forging Steel, revealing the true appearance of the Diamond Fruit. It was a golden fruit the size of a fist, emitting a golden aura under the cave’s firelight, like a small sun.

The fire lynx swallowed it in one gulp, as if afraid someone might snatch it away. But it wasn’t in a hurry to refine it, as it hadn’t yet fulfilled its promise to the two humans.

“Congratulations, Senior. You’ve finally achieved your wish,” Zhanyue said. He hadn’t even gotten a clear look at the Diamond Fruit before the fire lynx swallowed it.

The fire lynx patted his shoulder, “This wouldn’t have been possible without your help. Now I have hope of breaking through to the eighth grade and becoming a Beast Emperor.”

Zhanyue’s realm had now reached the fifth stage of Soul Control, his strength improving significantly, thanks in no small part to the spirit fruits the fire lynx collected daily from the secret realm.

“I’ll naturally fulfill my promise to you two. Let’s go, I’ll send you into that secret realm, then I’ll come back to focus on refining this Diamond Fruit. I don’t know how long it will take,” the fire lynx, used to living alone, felt a bit reluctant to part after spending time with Zhanyue and the others.

“Baizhi, how much time do we have left?” In the cave, there was no way to tell time, and Zhanyue didn’t even know what time it was now. But Baizhi had been keeping track of the days.

“We have about a month left before our one-year limit is up. At that time, we’ll probably be teleported out directly,” Baizhi said, her pretty face showing some panic.

Zhanyue could see through Baizhi’s thoughts. He held her small hand, feeling it tremble slightly, and comforted her, “Don’t be afraid. We’ll figure something out after we leave. The world is so vast, the Bai family can’t control everything.”

“Mm,” Baizhi nodded.

“Only a month left. Who set this one-year restriction? What a pity...” Zhanyue shook his head helplessly. This secret realm was full of treasures, his strength was progressing rapidly, and there were various inheritances waiting to be explored. “Perhaps it’s those Ghost Shark clan bastards.”

“Hurry through, I can’t hold it for long,” The fire lynx controlled the fireball to forcibly cut off the water flow at the cave entrance.

“Alright.” Although Zhanyue and Baizhi couldn’t fly, they could easily jump this distance. With one leap, they both entered the cave.

“This trial should be most suitable for you. Good luck, Old Xiang will head back now.” As the waterfall closed again, the fire lynx’s voice came through the sound of water.

“Let’s go.” In front was a pitch-black passage, and behind was the huge waterfall. Lighting an illumination stone, the two walked along the passage.

Soon after, a vast cavern appeared before them. In the center of the cavern was a huge palace. The palace was resplendent with gold and jade, carved railings and jade steps, grand and majestic. In front of the palace stood two huge statues, one male and one female. The man was heroic, the woman stunningly beautiful. Before the statues was a pale yellow curtain, like a barrier completely enclosing the palace behind it.

“The Divine Couple’s Hall inheritance only accepts couples for the trial. Those who are single may not enter. Those with false feelings may not enter.”

A mysterious voice transmitted to both their ears.

Zhanyue and Baizhi looked at each other, both showing shocked expressions. No wonder the fire lynx said this place was most suitable for them; it truly hadn’t deceived them. The fire lynx had lived in this secret realm for many years, accidentally entering many inheritance grounds. It could be considered the best guide.

Zhanyue sighed, “This inheritance ground is really interesting. Even if you have unparalleled talent, if you’re single, you can’t obtain the inheritance. It seems the two people carved in these statues have some story. I just wonder who they are.”

Baizhi, however, was a bit shy. She asked Zhanyue beside her, “So, do you think we count as a couple?”

“Why don’t we try and find out?” Zhanyue directly picked up Baizhi in a princess carry and stepped across the pale yellow curtain, officially entering the Divine Couple’s Hall trial ground.