newbobooks Chapter 198 Do you know the secret of immortality?
Chapter 198 Do you know the secret of immortality?
"Xu Fu, do you think you really know the secret of immortality?" Li Qiankun suddenly stopped with a playful smile on his face.
Xu Fu frowned and turned to look at Li Qiankun, a hint of displeasure flashing in his eyes: "Oh? Then tell me, where did I go wrong?"
Li Qiankun took a deep breath and said slowly, "One thousand years ago, the heaven and earth were separated, and people could no longer become immortals. The immortality you pursue is nothing more than an unattainable dream."
Xu Fu's eyes flashed with surprise after hearing this. He hadn't expected this seemingly ordinary young man to say such a thing. After a moment's silence, he said coldly, "So what? Even if I can't become an immortal, I will find a way to live forever."
Li Qiankun shook his head, his tone filled with helplessness: "Xu Fu, you are wrong. True immortality is not about living as long as possible. It is about living out your own value and meaning in a limited life."
After hearing this, Xu Fu fell into a long period of contemplation. He seemed to be pondering Li Qiankun's words, and also seemed to be recalling his own past. The pursuit of immortality, the efforts and sacrifices made for eternal life, now seemed vague and distant.
Finally, he sighed and said, "Maybe you are right. But I, Xu Fu, have come so far and can't turn back." There was a hint of bitterness and helplessness in his voice, as if he was lamenting for his persistence that he could not give up.
Just then, a gust of wind blew by, bringing with it a distant commotion. The two looked in the direction of the sound and saw a group of people dressed in gorgeous attire sitting together, discussing something, not far ahead. Approaching, they saw Zhang Chulan, Zhuge Qing, Wang Ye, Zhang Lingyu, and others.
"What are you discussing?" Xu Fu asked curiously.
Zhang Chulan looked up at them and said, "We're discussing the cause of Qin Shi Huang's death. This unparalleled emperor had a question until his death: why did he, a powerful immortal on earth, have such a short lifespan?"
Hearing Qin Shi Huang's name, Xu Fu's eyes flickered with a complex expression. He was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "Qin Shi Huang was truly a remarkable figure. His talent and vision were unmatched. If he had lived another twenty years, the entire world would have been transformed."
Zhuge Qing, Wang Ye, and Zhang Lingyu were all surprised after hearing this. They had never expected that this seemingly ordinary old man would have such a high opinion of Qin Shi Huang.
"Then why did he die so early?" Zhang Lingyu asked curiously.
Xu Fu shook his head and said, "I don't know the specific reason. But some people speculate that he was assassinated by some force. After all, he changed the entire pattern of the Central Plains and touched the interests of too many people."
"What do you think? Was Qin Shi Huang assassinated?" Zhang Chulan suddenly spoke, breaking the silence. His voice was filled with a hint of determination and speculation.
Zhuge Qing and Wang Ye looked at each other, both with expressions of surprise and doubt on their faces. They had not expected Zhang Chulan to put forward such a point of view.
"How...how is this possible?" Zhang Lingyu stuttered, "Qin Shi Huang, who could have assassinated him?"
"Yes, and there are so many mechanisms and treasures in his tomb. How could anyone sneak in and assassinate him?" Wang also agreed.
Zhang Chulan shook his head, took a deep breath and said, "Perhaps someone is plotting something in this world, and we are just pawns."
As soon as he finished speaking, a woman in a gorgeous long dress slowly approached. Her face was stunningly beautiful, her demeanor noble, like a fairy from a painting. Everyone stood up and saluted; she was the queen of this land.
The Queen didn't show much surprise after hearing Zhang Chulan's words. She smiled faintly and said, "The cause of Qin Shi Huang's death is indeed a mystery. But I can tell you that he was indeed assassinated."
"What?" Everyone exclaimed. They had never imagined that this mystery that had been baffling the world could be solved so easily by the Queen.
The Queen continued, "Qin Shi Huang's idea of unification touched the interests of too many people. He attempted to bring the entire Central Plains under his rule, which made many people uneasy. Therefore, some people secretly joined forces to assassinate him."
Hearing this, Xu Fu's eyes flashed with a complex look. He seemed to see that era full of intrigue and struggle, that empire that was constantly fighting for power and interests.
"What about the royal family? Why were they driven out of the Central Plains by the Qin Empire?" Zhang Chulan asked.
The queen sighed and said, "Although the royal family is well versed in various secret arts and divination techniques, Qin Shi Huang did not trust us. He believed that our power was too mysterious and powerful, and might threaten his rule. Therefore, he ordered us to be expelled from the Central Plains."
Hearing this, Xu Fu's eyes flashed with anger and helplessness. He seemed to see the tragic experience of the royal family being wronged and excluded, and the hardships they had to run around in order to survive.
"Qin Shi Huang was a remarkable figure, his genius and wisdom unmatched," Xu Fu suddenly said, a voice tinged with admiration and regret. "If he had lived another twenty years, the entire world would have been transformed. But, in the end, he died."
At this point, Xu Fu's face showed deep regret and helplessness. He seemed to see the once glorious empire, which has now become only the dust and memory of history.
Zhang Chulan's brow furrowed, his gaze fixed on Xu Fu's back. He asked in a deep voice, "Xu Fu, what are you planning to do? Are you really going to sacrifice all of our lives for that distant hatred?"
Xu Fu stopped, turned around, and gave Zhang Chulan a cold look. His voice was low and firm: "Zhang Chulan, you don't need to ask any more questions. Our Xu family's blood feud must be avenged by ourselves. Finding those who assassinated Qin Shi Huang and making them pay the price they deserve is our mission."
Xu Fu's face was pale, but his eyes were extremely determined. It was as if the flame of revenge was burning in his heart, and no matter how many difficulties and obstacles he faced, they could not stop him.
The queen stood aside, silently watching Xu Fu's departing figure. Her eyes were filled with both worry and helplessness. She knew that Xu Fu had made his decision and would try no matter what the outcome. This persistence and determination made her admire him but also terrified.
Li Qiankun looked at the direction where Xu Fu left, a complex look flashing in his eyes. He felt both sympathy and understanding for Xu Fu, but also worry and uneasiness about the unknown future. He took a deep breath, turned around and said to everyone, "Let's go. No matter how many difficulties lie ahead, we must face them bravely."
Upon hearing this, everyone nodded and followed Li Qiankun to the 12th floor.
As soon as they entered the 12th floor, the Queen's expression suddenly changed. She looked at Li Qiankun and said anxiously, "Qiankun, why did they try to sow discord between you and others? Even if they kill us, they won't let you go!"
Li Qiankun stopped and glanced at the queen calmly, a look of indifference on his face. "What happened on this ship is much more complicated than I imagined. You are not the first queen to come here, nor are you the only one with ambitions and desires."
Upon hearing this, the Queen's expression darkened. She said coldly, "Qian Kun, you should know that our best chance now is to join forces to fight them! Otherwise, we will all become their victims!"
Li Qiankun smiled slightly, his tone calm and firm: "I have done what I promised you. Whether you live or die from now on depends on your own fate. I have tried my best. The rest of the journey needs to be walked by yourself."
The Queen's expression darkened upon seeing this. She hadn't expected Li Qiankun to be so resolute, unwilling to join forces with her again. With a cold snort, she waved her hand fiercely, and the nine guards immediately charged towards Li Qiankun.
"Kill!" The nine guards attacked simultaneously, their terrifying might erupting instantly. Their attacks came at Li Qiankun like a violent storm, as if to tear him apart completely.
However, facing the attacks of the nine guards, Li Qiankun simply smiled faintly. He moved, weaving through the crowd like a ghost. Each dodge was perfectly timed, as if he had already foreseen the trajectory of the opponent's attack.
"You are no match for me, so let Xu Fu come out." Li Qiankun's voice was calm and indifferent, as if he was talking about something insignificant.
The nine guards' expressions suddenly changed upon hearing this. They exchanged glances, a flicker of fear in their eyes. They knew that despite their considerable strength, they were as insignificant as ants in front of Li Qiankun.
However, they were the queen's subordinates after all, and dared not disobey the queen's orders in the slightest. Therefore, they attacked Li Qiankun again. This time, their attack was even more ferocious, as if they wanted to pour all their anger on Li Qiankun.
Yet, Li Qiankun remained unfazed. His figure flickered through the crowd like a phantom, each strike precise and deadly. The nine guards fell under his onslaught, unable to fight back.
At this moment, a low and indifferent voice suddenly sounded: "Li Qiankun, do you think you have won?"
Upon hearing this, everyone turned to look. They saw Xu Fu slowly emerging from the darkness. His eyes were filled with murderous intent and rage, as if he wanted to completely devour Li Qiankun.
Li Qiankun looked at Xu Fu, a cold smile on his face: "Xu Fu, are you finally willing to show up? I thought you would always hide in the dark."
Xu Fu snorted coldly, and with a single movement, he charged towards Li Qiankun. His speed was as fast as a flash of lightning across the night sky. His attack was so fierce that it seemed as if he wanted to completely destroy Li Qiankun.
Li Qiankun's expression remained unchanged. With a gentle wave of his hand, he dissipated Xu Fu's attack into thin air. His figure moved through Xu Fu's attacks like a ghost, and each dodge was just right.
"Is this your strength? It's a little too weak." Li Qiankun said calmly. His tone was full of sarcasm and disdain, as if he sneered at Xu Fu's strength.
Xu Fu's face darkened upon hearing this. He hadn't expected his full-strength attack to be so easily neutralized by Li Qiankun. He snorted coldly, moved again, and launched an even more ferocious attack at Li Qiankun.
The two instantly engaged each other, a terrifying explosion of energy erupting. Their attacks poured down on each other like a torrential rainstorm, as if to completely destroy the other. The surrounding buildings collapsed under their attacks, turning into ruins.
At that moment, a gigantic figure suddenly appeared on the battlefield. It opened its maw and let out a deafening roar. Everyone turned to look, only to see a gigantic Nine Infants lunging towards them.
The Nine Infants' immense size weighed down everyone's hearts like a mountain. Its eyes were filled with ferocity and greed, as if it wanted to devour everyone. It opened its maw and swallowed a guard whole.