In his moment of defeat, Jia Sha relied on a bit of inspiration to find Zi Diâs flaw, allowing Zhen Jin to finally see her true intentions.
âI didnât expect that a deadly viper was hiding at my side!â
âYou wretched girl, you unexpectedly wanted to harm my life!â
Zhen Jinâs fright and anger mixed as he stabbed Zi Di with Silver Lightning.
At that crucial moment, Jia Sha cried out in alarm, preserving Zi Diâs life
âI donât have enough divine power, with just myself, I canât seize authority. But my spirit has always been entangled with Zi Diâs spiritual power. Her spirit received the tower spiritâs approval, I can adjust my spirit and pretend to be her. Only by doing this, can I control teleportation privileges and the like.â
âOf course, If Miss Zi Di coordinates with me, it would be the best outcome.â
Zi Di obstinately resisted, causing Jia Sha to malevolently shout: âTorment her for me, ruthlessly torture her!â
Zhen Jin kicked Zi Di down.
Silver Lightning thrusted down repeatedly, stabbing and breaking Zi Diâs limbs.
The tremendous pain made Zi Diâs body twitch, and she soon lay in a pool of her own blood.
Zhen Jin was a proficient martial artist, and even more skilled at torture. He understood the human body and how much pain Zi Di could sustain, for the moment, it wouldnât kill her.
The pain interfered with Zi Diâs spirit, and she was no longer Jia Shaâs opponent as she was routed again and again.
Zhen Jin continued to torture the girl and wished he could flay her.
âYou dare fool me, deceive me!â
âWho do you think you are? As a merchant daughter, it is a great blessing and opportunity to marry me!â
âYou went as far as to fall in love with a body double and abandon me?!â
âAhehehe, hahaha! As expected, dregs are dregs, they are best kept under the table.â
Zhen Jin constantly roared.
Zi Di lacked the strength to open her eyes.
Yet she still breathed.
âBeg for forgiveness, beg for forgiveness!â
âAs long as you beseech me, I will stab you less, hahaha!â
However, Zi Di never planned on surrendering.
Even though she was too weak to resist, despite being trampled on and miserably sinking in her own blood, she never said a word and never intended on compromising or begging for forgiveness.
This made Zhen Jin angrier and Jia Sha somewhat restless.
âWhatâs going on?â
Despite the priest quickly seizing authority, he still felt Zi Diâs spirit withdrawing to a corner and tenaciously resist him.
Zhen Jinâs callous and sinister torture methods also chilled Jia Shaâs heart.
âWith her injuries, she should be unconscious already.â
âNo, to be more precise, she is already unconscious. But why?â
âEven though she is unconscious, why hasnât her spirit been defeated yet?â
âHow is she persisting?â
âHow is she persisting? Donât tell me she still feels hope?â
Uncertainty expanded in the priestâs heart and he quickly examined the entire situation.
On the fourth floor, he already controlled the situation. Zhen Jin and the four guardian templar knights were on his side, and although he nearly died by Zi Diâs hands, she had been utterly defeated.
On the third floor, chaotic lightning occasionally fell, only the area near the bloodcore was safe. Zong Ge, Cang Xu, and the others received Zi Diâs warning and crowded around the bloodcore, they didnât dare to walk out lest they get struck by lightning like the body double.
On the second and first floor, as well as outside the tower, there were many artificial magic beasts. These magic beasts were fighting each other, and the scene was already bloody and disorderly.
Far away, in the lava battlefield, the seal on the flame dragon king was close to being destroyed.
Jia Sha couldnât find the source of his heartâs uncertainty.
âCould it be that just before I succeed, I am instead worrying about personal gains and losses?â
Darkness.
A deep darkness.
After a beast roared, a youngster consciousness converged here again.
âWhere?â
âWhat is this place?â
âWhere am I?â
As the youngsterâs mind grew clearer, he began to inquire.
An infinite and silent darkness enveloped him, there was no response.
The youngsterâs hope decreased, he examined himself, but couldnât find anything.
Bewilderment inevitably grew in his heart.
âSo, who am I?â
âWho am I?â
Following this doubt, scenes suddenly came to the youngster.
A jungle riverside.
A purple eyed girl with impatience across her face: âYouâre Zhen Jin, you are Baron Zhen Jin. My goodness, your Lordship, have you forgotten your own identity?â
âZhen Jin, I am Zhen Jin? Why do I not remember anything?â
The girl replied: âLord, we suffered a shipwreck a few days ago. There had been a violent storm, the ship capsized, and the survivors fled to this islandâŠâŠ
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Night, next to a bonfire.
After careful consideration, Zi Di responded: âLord Zhen Jin, I do not know much about you.â
âBut based on the rumors, your Lordship was not close to women and was a loner. Even when something big happened you do not show emotions.â
âYou spent most of your time at the temple as a serious and silent ascetic. Also, your food, your clothing, and even your every move was elegant and calm like a rich noble.â
âAlthough you had few friends you were very helpful, protected the weak, and helped the poor. The lower class admired you my Lord.â
âMy Lord, when you suddenly moved your hand and successfully entered the White Sands City Lordâs competition you surprised the other templars.â
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In a sultry cave.
A templar knight was charging to meet death.
After the bitter fight, the monkey tail brown bear died, and the youngster collapsed to the ground.
âHeheheâŠâŠâ Looking at the huge bear corpse, he produced a weak laughter until his breath dissipated.
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In the spider forest, Huang Zao cried for help.
The youngster and the girl discussed: âYou are not wrong. But you have forgotten the most important point.â
Zi Diâs smile instantly vanished; she lowered her head: âInstruct me my Lord.â
âI am a templar knight, a knight amongst knights, it is my creed to assist the weak and to save the dying! Even in times of distress, I will not abandon my companions.â The youngsterâs powerful words echoed in the tranquil forest.
For a moment Zi Di looked at the youngster blankly, then she smiled: âMy Lord, I understand.â
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Lan Zao and Huang Zao relied on Cang Xu to help them.
The youngster looked around, and with his body straight as a spear, his calm voice reached everyoneâs ears.
âThe light of the temple will cover every inch of land. The banner of the empire will shelter every person of the empire. Follow me and I will lead you all out of here alive.â
âYes my Lord!â Everyone responded in unison as they half-knelt one after the other.
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Lan Zao exclaimed from the bottom of his heart: âMaster, you truly have formidable strength!â
âLord Zhen Jin, your talent is amazing. Your bravery and accomplishments will certainly be praised far and wide.â Cang Xu also said.
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âMy Lord, as long as we have you here, there is absolutely nothing to fear! You are a knight, a templar knight! This time you are the one that saved us.â Bai Ya emotionally yelled and broke the silence.
âMaster, we brothers have pledged our lives to follow you, regardless of when or where, no matter if even the sky falls to the ground.â Lan Zao also expressed his loyalty.
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âThis is truly worthy of being the Bai Zhen bloodline! In terms of accuracy, the Bai Zhen bloodline is strong enough to be ranked in the top five in all of the Shen Ming Continent. Lord Zhen Jin, you are the Bai Zhen Clanâs hope and are sure to bring back the entire clan into glory.
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The exploration team exhausted their food and was in imminent peril.
Only by successfully hunting a flying squirrel group could they have a reprieve from death.
The battlefield.
The youngster shouted: âToday, if we defeat them, they will be our food. If we lose, we will be their food.â
âI, Zhen Jin, as a templar knight and the sole heir of the Bai Zhen Clan, will be with you all. I will lead you all in overcoming this dangerous obstacle and reaping victory. Follow me to glory!â
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In the desert, the youngster charged out and led everyone in breaking through the lizard groupâs encirclement.
âI have said that I will not abandon anyone.â The youngster said without hesitation. âBai Ya is no exception!â
âMy Lord!!â In Bai Yaâs most desperate hour, seeing Zhen Jin come to him had moved him greatly. He gratefully looked at Zhen Jin with admiration, respect, and affection.
Carrying Bai Ya, the youngster once again killed his way back and succeeded in converging with the others.
âFollow me closely out of here.â The youngster flatly said as he charged ahead once again.
âYes my Lord!â Everyone echoed together as their morale increased sharply.
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After breaking away from the scorpion group, the youngster returned to the desert, only four people were left now.
âI already said that I would do all I can to save everyone and would never abandon a single man. This is my promise and also my responsibility.â The youngster said to Zi Di and Cang Xu.
âMy Lord, your noble character is like a bright star in the darkness of the night sky! Cang Xu lamented internally, âYou are a paragon among the templar knights.â
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In the oasis, Bai Ya regain consciousness.
With red eyes and hot tears, he emotionally said: âLord Zhen Jin, I know you have carried me all this way. You are a noble templar knight, yet you bravely risked your life to save such a lowly person. Lord Zi Di and Scholar Cang Xu informed me that you also gave me precious water to drink.â
âAssisting the weak and saving the good is in itself a part of the templar knight creed.â The youngster smiled.
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âLord Zhen Jin, you are indeed amazing! You are young yet you have the power of the spirit. Compared to the storm sword spirit, you have a more outstanding bloodline. Among the templar knights, you are the most extraordinary. I am indeed honored that I could meet and follow your Lordship!â Bai Yaâs heart lamented.
Cang Xu laughed and said with positivity: âLord Zhen Jinâs innate skill is extraordinary; it is absolute that his future is even brighter than the storm sword saintâs. But the thing I admire most about you Lord Zhen Jin is your moral character. With you, the Bai Zhen Clan will surely rise once more.
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Meeting and confronting Zong Ge for the first time.
The youngster immediately grabbed his sword hilt, his brows deeply wrinkled, his complexion sunk, his gaze became as chilly as ice, and he growled: âZong Ge, pay attention to your words! You have the audacity to scorn the gods! My body sustains the gaze of Emperor Sheng Ming, this is the blessing of the gods. Divine spells are the gods giving more favor, they are not something to show off or used to proof status. Apologize to me at once! If not, you invite a templar knightâs fury!â
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âCome, we are returning to camp together.â The youngster took the initiative to invite Zong Ge and the others.
âWe were all on the same ship, and we were all victims of the shipwreck.â
âWe come from many places and we have different identities, but here, we are all impoverished victims on this island that want to escape.â
âOur objective is the same. We must unite together, any doubts, coldness, hatred, opposition, and other ill feelings will make our cooperation difficult, thus lessening the chance of our escape from this place.â
âI am the templar knight Zhen Jin. This is my promise to everyone, I will treat everyone fairly, regardless of their background, race, or bloodline. I will also punish criminals and the culprits; no crime will evade my retribution. I will do my best to fight on the frontlines and lead everyone together in the hope of rescue.â
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After the camp battle, the youngster, Zong Ge, Tripleblade, and Lan Zao pursued the escaping magic beast corps together.
The half beastman was startled by the youngsterâs appearance, after a long time, he opened his mouth and used a tone laced with confusion, exasperation, and a trace of indignation: âHey, Zhen Jin, is a youngster like you reallyâŠâŠa divine scion knight?â
âA divine scion knights?â The youngsterâs nice looking brows perked up, âI am a divine scion knight? Can I be considered one? I donât understand.â
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In the ravine, the youngsterâs team finally converged with the larger group.
Lan Zao stood on the second highest rock and loudly proclaimed: âListen with open ears! What stands before you is my masterââLord Zhen Jin. He is the Bai Zhen Clanâs sole heir, a noble templar divine scion knight, and White Sand Cityâs inevitable future lord!â
The youngster proclaimed: âRegardless of whether it is the mountains, ocean, swamps, or island, my masterâs holy light shines over it all. The imperial flag flies eternally in the wind and will never fall!â
âNothing can obstruct my path. I will gain glory, and by following me, it will be your glory too.â
âBeginning now, this place follows my commands.â
âAny objections?â
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As the new ship was being built, the ravine was constantly attacked by magic beast corps.
The youngster raised his voice slightly: âEveryone has a place on this ship, no one will be left behind.â
âIn other words, we are all in the same boat.â
âI know, differences exist between us.â
âThere are all kinds of differences between our statuses, bloodlines, appearances, and temperaments.â
âBut these differences should not become doubts, antagonistic, or reasons for internal conflict. We must tightly unite, only by doing so can we have the greatest chance of escaping.â
âWe are allâŠâŠone of us!â
Against his expectations, his impromptu speech won everyoneâs acclaim.
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Bai Yaâs unconsciousness attacked the youngster.
In the corridor, Zi Di threw herself into his arms.
My Lord!â She embraced the young knight and tightly hugged him, âLord Zhen Jin, you are absolutely qualified, no, you are an outstanding leader. You are a knight, myâŠâŠknight, please donât doubt yourself.â
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The ravine collapsed, the new ship couldnât sail, and an earthquake, in the blink of an eye, formed a new river.
âJust now, Emperor Sheng Ming illuminated me!â The youngster pointed at the river.
Everyone blankly stared.
âCould it be, did Emperor Sheng Ming make this river?â
âIt's no wonder no one died.â
âThe gods have insurmountable willpower!â
âDivine scion knightâŠâŠâ Cang Xu deeply bowed to Zhen Jin, and sighed endlessly, âPerhaps this is your heroic journey. My Lord Zhen Jin!â
Almost everyoneâs scalp felt somewhat numb.
They seemed to feel they were witnessing history!
This was a heroic epic!
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In the darkness, the youngsterâs consciousness condensed and came close to forming.
âSo, I am Zhen Jin.â
âI am a noble, a knight, and a hero!â
Suddenly, the youngsterâs consciousness became chaotic.
After killing the monkey tail brown bear, he recuperated in the cave. The fear of dying made him pray, confess, and appeal to Emperor Sheng Ming for pity.
No response.
During the exploration team food shortage, hunting the flying squirrel group was very risky. Helplessly pacing back and forth, he prayed to Emperor Sheng Ming.
No response.
When killing the flying squirrels, the youngster prayed silently.
No response.
Trapped in the desert, the youngster helpless prayed to Emperor Sheng Ming.
No response.
When helping Lan Zao in the oasis, the youngster sank into self-doubt and appealed to the gods.
No response.
During the camp battle, the youngster deliberately prayed aloud to deceive his comrades.
Because the gods never responded.
When the beastification secret was nearly exposed, the youngster prayed.
Suspecting the bloodcore was leading him astray and engrossing him in the lust for power, the youngster prayed.
After the ravine collapsed, his companions beastified, and he was trapped in desperate straits, the youngster prayed.
No response.
No response.
No response!
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In the spider forest.
âThis, what is this?!â His hands transformed and killed the blade spider leader.
During the flying squirrel hunt.
His arms grew dramatically, allowing him to kill the iron level flying squirrel chieftain with a throwing dagger: âHow can I have a blood red magic crystal in my heart?!â
The volcanic area.
He killed the spear scorpion leader and routed the rest: âMy carapace. My tail. Oh, I can actively control the magic crystal now!!â
Outside the small ravine.
As a man slaughtered a magic beast corps, the youngster completely transformed into a monster and was content with himself: âHahaha, even if there are more magic beast corps, how can they take me?â
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Rain shrouded a training ground.
Qing Kui stomped on a youngsterâs head, after humiliating him, he swaggered off with the other youths.
âStrange, I feel calm as if I am a bystander.â This humiliating memory now reappeared in his heart, but it didnât produce anger or hostility in him.
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After fighting the monkey tail brown bear, the youngster teetered between life and death.
Zi Di happily said: âMy Lord, your body is great. It is actually astounding. This kind of body essence is absolutely not at the silver level.â
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He discovered a camp being attacked by bat monkeys.
âMy LordâŠâŠthis camp seems like something I would set up.â Zi Diâs declaration was unexpected.
âDid you come here?â The youngster blankly stared.
Zi Di shook her head.
âI led the others through the rainforest to find you my Lord. Your Lordship was in a coma and could not wake up. I decided to build a camp nearby. I planned to heal you there and cure you as early as possible.â
Speaking of this, Zi Di once again looked at the camp and nodded with confirmation: âNot bad. I have a deep impression of this wooden house and camp. In order to keep your Lordship safe and to have a suitable place for medical treatment, I wanted to stay there for a while.â
Bai Ya was amazed: âHow is this camp hereâŠâŠah, I know, teleportation!â
As the one who lifted the siege and beat back the beast groups, the youngster granted an interview to Mu Ban.
âYes Lord Zhen Jin, I designed this rapid fire crossbow.â
âWhat does this 8 stand for?â The youngster pointed at the arrow box, âIs this your eighth work?â
Mu Ban shook his head: âNo. The lumber used to make the rapid fire crossbow was from the highest quality wood I could find around camp. The lumber had the 8 written on it.
The underground alchemy factory.
In the plaza, there were many small and large boxes. The large boxes were bigger than a gigantic lava turtle, while the smallest box was three meters long, two meters wide, and one meter tall.
The boxes seemed to be made of iron, however they were in fact made from a type of iron wood.
Em-096Sg-734ID5D-VR-862
The iron wood boxes also had red paint on their surfaces that displayed letters and numbers such as: Em-096, Sg-734, ID5D-VR-862, and so on.
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The control hub.
The youngster sensed a call.
âWhy is this hidden thing calling to me?â
âWhy does the control hub seem somewhat familiar?â
âDonât tell me I have been here before?â
âImpossible, how could I come to this place?â
When he entered the third floor, he discovered a second blood red magic crystal.
âWar Merchant also has a core!â
âDid he make this core?â
âHe put it on the third floor, that must mean he feels its value exceeds that of the Green Jade Golden Coffin and the Mermaid Fairy Tale!â
âBut why am I attracted so strongly to it?â
Inside the youngsterâs heart, strange red lights emitted from the core, and each flash of light seemed to shout to Zhen Jin: âEat it! Eat it! Absorb it now!!â
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Jia Sha sighed: âDivine artifacts cannot be misused; they are too important. The tower spirit was wounded too heavily, it was not my opponent. I will succeed soon. After the teleportation door is formed, we will teleport the two divine artifacts first.â
This proposal was resolutely vetoed by the youngster: âNo, teleport the people first, then the divine artifacts!â
Jia Sha was impatient, and he promptly roared at the lower floor, âZhen Jin! Go up and do your best. I know your misgivings, those are unimportant! Be at ease, with me, I will purify everything in you.â
The youngster hesitated, soon after he clenched his teeth and charged.
He charged towards the fourth floorâs stairs.
âStop!â
âZhen Jin, what are you doing?â
âIf you donât stop, you will suffer the consequences!â
The youngster turned a deaf ear and sped up.
Kakaka!
A few lightning bolts fell and struck the youngster, killing him on the spot.
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In the darkness, the youngsterâs consciousness suddenly stabilized.
He recalled everything.
âSo, I am not Zhen JinâŠâŠâ
The next moment, he slowly got up and opened his eyes.
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