Chapter 643 - 638: A New Journey, Leaving the East Sea

Chapter 643: Chapter 638: A New Journey, Leaving the East Sea

"To think that in this day and age, I’d still see someone from the Dark Witch Clan."

The Artifact Spirit sighed.

"Those not of our kind must have a different heart." It was this very belief that made the Martial Artists of the Great Thousand Realms so hostile toward the Dark Witches.

"This Dark Witch... is she your friend?" the Artifact Spirit asked.

"She is." Ning Jiang nodded.

"You must understand, once her identity is known to the world, there will be no place for her in the entire Great Thousand Realms. As her friend, you must either cut ties with her, or you will become an enemy to the whole world!" the Artifact Spirit said gravely.

A Dark Witch wasn’t just a hot potato; she was a source of disaster!

One hundred thousand years ago, the Dark Witches were able to survive in the Great Thousand Realms because they were protected by a Legendary Venerable. That Legendary Venerable was powerful enough to suppress the entire Great Thousand Realms, forcing people to accept them whether they agreed or not. But now, a hundred thousand years later, everything had changed.

Back then, not even someone as powerful as the Linglong Saint Monarch could resolve this matter. What could a mere Ning Jiang do?

"Are you telling me to abandon her?" Ning Jiang asked, looking at the Jade Cocoon.

"If you don’t want to become an enemy to the world, it would be best." The Artifact Spirit’s tone was serious. "The way she is now, she’s clearly awakening her Dark Witch bloodline. Once it awakens, her identity will be easily discovered."

The Dark Witches were a special race.

Initially, their bloodline was no different from that of the Human Race; they were essentially indistinguishable. But after reaching a certain age, the Dark Witch bloodline within them would begin to awaken.

After the bloodline awakening, a Dark Witch’s blood would change, and she would awaken the Talent Divine Techniques of the Dark Witch Clan.

’Indeed, if I don’t want to bring disaster upon myself, drawing a clear line with the Dark Witch would be the wise choice.’

Ning Jiang’s voice was light, but his eyes suddenly flashed with a sharp, resolute light that could tear through anything. "But I will not abandon her! This is my responsibility!"

That’s right. This was Ning Jiang’s responsibility.

One hundred thousand years ago, he had promised to protect the Dark Witch Clan, to give them safety and allow them to survive in the Great Thousand Realms. But his fall meant that this promise was never fulfilled.

Now, a hundred thousand years later, the Dark Witch Clan’s situation was clearly dire. How could he stand by and do nothing?

"Even if it means becoming an enemy to the world, you have no regrets?" the Artifact Spirit asked, frowning.

"I will do it at any cost," Ning Jiang answered without hesitation.

Hearing this, the Artifact Spirit fell silent. It had wanted to persuade Ning Jiang to cut ties with the Dark Witch. After all, Ning Jiang’s potential was limitless; he was the most outstanding person it had ever met. But if he got involved with a Dark Witch, Ning Jiang would very likely perish because of it.

It did not want to see a repeat of what had happened to Xuanyuan Bi’an’s father.

But Ning Jiang’s voice made it understand that his mind was made up. Any further persuasion would just be a waste of breath.

"Sigh... Since you’ve made your decision, I can only wish you good luck," the Artifact Spirit said helplessly.

"I came back this time to ask you if you have any Magic Crystals," Ning Jiang said, getting to the point.

Yue Lianxi was currently awakening her Dark Witch bloodline, and what she lacked were Magic Crystals.

Magic Crystals were the equivalent of the Great Thousand Realms’ Spirit Stones. However, such things were generally only found in the Demon Realm. Of course, the Great Thousand Realms was full of wonders, and perhaps some places also had Magic Crystals, but even if they did, they would be as rare as phoenix feathers.

"Although I claim to possess a myriad of treasures, I don’t have something like a Magic Crystal," the Artifact Spirit said, shaking its head. Its tone shifted. "If you must know where in this world one could find Magic Crystals, I’m afraid the only place is the Celestial Domain. The Celestial Domain even has a nexus connected to the Demon Race, known as Two Realms Mountain, where great battles often occur."

’Looks like I’ll have to make a trip to the Celestial Domain,’ Ning Jiang thought.

His gaze fell upon the black Jade Cocoon. He placed his hand on it, stroking it gently, and murmured in a voice only he could hear, "The promise I failed to keep one hundred thousand years ago, I will definitely fulfill one hundred thousand years later!"

He had promised to give the Dark Witch Clan a place to call home in the Great Thousand Realms.

This promise would not change with the passage of time!

...

Over the next few days, Ning Jiang became busy. On one hand, he sent people to the Six Eastern Provinces to bring back the remaining disciples of the Myriad Swords Sect. On the other hand, he began preparations for his journey to the Celestial Domain.

The date for his departure to the Celestial Domain was set for ten days later.

The person most reluctant to see Ning Jiang go to the Celestial Domain was, naturally, Ning Yu’an. At first, she wanted to accompany him, but he refused.

After all, he was going to an unfamiliar place. Moreover, his goal was related to Magic Crystals, so it was bound to be fraught with danger. He didn’t want Ning Yu’an to risk her life with him.

However, Ning Yu’an’s attitude this time was also exceptionally firm.

Time and time again, Ning Jiang had been out there, braving the world and taking risks all by himself, while she could do nothing. So this time, she wanted to be with him no matter what.

But in the end, Ning Jiang managed to convince her.

As long as Ning Yu’an could pass the Ninth Floor of the Linglong Tower and her Cultivation reached the Heaven-Reaching Realm, she could come find him in the Celestial Domain.

Ning Jiang spent five days arranging all of the Myriad Swords Sect’s affairs. He spent the remaining five days entirely with Ning Yu’an.

During these five days, Ning Yu’an also attempted to challenge the Linglong Tower.

She passed the first seven floors smoothly. On the eighth floor, when facing the Five Elements Spirit Body, she fought a bitter battle but ultimately fell short by a narrow margin. However, Ning Jiang knew that with the profundity of the Purple Qi Creation Technique, it was only a matter of time before Ning Yu’an passed the eighth floor.

As for the Ninth Floor, it had nothing to do with one’s Cultivation Technique.

It was a test of overcoming and transcending oneself.

Ten days passed by in a flash.

On this day, a light drizzle fell from a gray, dreary sky, creating a bleak and desolate atmosphere.

Partings are always sad.

Outside the Myriad Treasures Exquisite Tower, many of Ning Jiang’s acquaintances had come to see him off. Yue Wenfu, Chu Bai, Liu Xianyu, Wei Yanran, and the others from the Myriad Swords Sect—not a single one was absent.

"Have a safe journey."

Gu Huaying looked at Ning Jiang, her beautiful eyes filled with complex emotions. It seemed she had much to say, but after her gaze swept over Ning Yu’an, she only managed to utter those three words.

"You go on ahead to the Celestial Domain and scout it out. We’ll follow as soon as our Cultivation has improved a bit," the Little Dragon Girl said. She, too, yearned to see the Celestial Domain.

"Sect Leader, I believe you will continue to work miracles in the Celestial Domain," Yue Wenfu said with conviction.

One by one, the others said their goodbyes to Ning Jiang. Finally, it was Ning Yu’an’s turn.

Ning Yu’an spread her arms and, ignoring the gazes of others, hugged Ning Jiang tightly. She used all her strength, as if she never wanted to let him go.

"Little brother, wait for me. I will definitely pass the Ninth Floor of the Linglong Tower and come find you in the Celestial Domain." Her gaze was incredibly determined, filled with a resolve that not even landslides or earthquakes could shake.

Ning Jiang smiled slightly, cupped her lovely face, and planted a gentle kiss on her moist, alluring red lips.

In an instant, Ning Yu’an’s pretty face turned as red as a sunset.

The gazes from the people around them were a mixture of envy and sorrow.

Amidst the fine, drizzling rain, Ning Jiang turned and walked away, disappearing from everyone’s sight.

PS: The East Sea arc ends here for now. Next up is the Celestial Domain.