Worlds’ Apocalypse Online

They didn't end up having a drinking bout.

[True Luck]'s effects hadn't ended, so every second was exceptionally precious, and Gu Qing Shan wouldn't waste it on something like a drinking bout.

And as sharp as the evil creatures were, it only took Gu Qing Shan a random excuse for them to put their party off until a different day.

------the Elements Purgatory was about to become accessible, and since Gu Qing Shan was a Chosen Saint, it naturally made sense for him to be a busy person, the evil creatures were quite considerate.

Everyone only discussed the Elements Purgatory briefly before dispersing.

Xie Dao Ling had been standing on the sideline this entire time, waiting until Gu Qing Shan was done before she spoke:

"Now that you have the evil creatures' support, you need to take the initiative and enter the Elements Purgatory first"

"Do we really need to be in such a hurry?" Gu Qing Shan couldn't help but ask.

"The Samsara was already broken once so that it could evolve, it would only become stronger than before. Only by becoming one of the most exceptional living beings would the Samsara allow you to wield its power" Xie Dao Ling explained.

"Then what about you?" Gu Qing Shan asked.

"The Heavenly Emperor must be searching everywhere for me right now------- it seems I need to find a secluded location to take refuge" Xie Dao Ling replied.

Gu Qing Shan turned his gaze towards the string bracelet on her wrist and nodded.

If it wasn't thanks to my temporary luck, if it wasn't for the Book of the Sea quickly identifying an Apocalyptic spoil of war----- the set of armor that used to belong to the Samsara, and if the Key of the Wind hadn't been able to directly open a gate into the secret room, the Heavenly Emperor would have been able to catch up to us.

At the moment, the Heavenly Emperor is still the strongest.

And he also has the Pendant of Fire with him.

For the sake of safety, it certainly does make sense to go into hiding first, rather than meeting up with the 'other' Shifu.

Gu Qing Shan thought quickly before suddenly speaking to the void of space: "All three of you, come out here, I have something to discuss with you"

The Book of the Sea and Key of the Wind both appeared.

A golden glint manifested as the Coin of the Earth also emerged from the palm of his hand, hovering with the other two Saint Pillar Soul Artifacts.

Gu Qing Shan crossed his arms and complained: "I say, isn't it about enough of this? Three can't win against one, and being chased all over the place like this as well, doesn't it feel humiliating?"

The Book of the Sea refuted: [We can't be blamed for that------- we Saint Pillar Soul Artifacts all have different functions. For example, my function is to record knowledge, so if you tell me to attack or defend, of course, I wouldn't be able to do it]

The Key of the Wind added: [There is another crucial factor. You are the Earth God, so you can utilize the Coin of the Earth's powers almost completely, but since you aren't the Wind God nor the Water God, you are unable to utilize the power of the Wind and Water Pillars to their limits]

Kaling!

The golden coin also let out a noise to signal its agreement.

Gu Qing Shan fell into thought.

A Soul Artifact must have a wielder.

This is similar to how weapons must have a wielder to truly be able to exert their true powers.

And more importantly…

He made various considerations before gradually resolving himself.

I'm currently being affected by [True Luck], so everything should proceed in the most beneficial manner to me, which means this is the best time to do this!

Gu Qing Shan cleared his throat before turning to the Key of the Wind and Book of the Sea:

"Then, how about I find you both a new master?"

The Book of the Sea spoke right away: [If you're talking about that woman next to you, then I absolutely refuse------ she nearly ripped me in half with her bare hands earlier!]

Gu Qing Shan could only turn to the Key of the Wind.

The Key of the Wind spoke: [You were the one who forged me, so I'll respect your wishes just this once and see if she qualifies to become my master]

The Key of the Wind flew by itself and began circling around Xie Dao Ling.

While moving, it also started giving off green light that gradually surrounded Xie Dao Ling.

Something miraculous occurred.

As the light illuminated Xie Dao Ling, various colorful spirit flowers continuously manifested, displaying their solemnity and mysticism.

The Key of the Wind flew back and told Gu Qing Shan: [She is surrounded by overwhelming natural spirits, even though she is currently an incomplete soul, if she is able to escape from her current restraints and regain her complete self, her capabilities would be immeasurable------- I'm very pleased]

Gu Qing Shan grinned.

The Key of the Wind is the Spatial Saint Pillar Soul Artifact, so if it's willing to accept Xie Dao Ling as its master, her safety would be guaranteed.

The Heavenly Emperor would never be able to capture her again!

That way, I can enter the Elements Purgatory without any worries.

"Would the Heavenly Emperor detect us during the acceptance ritual?" Gu Qing Shan asked.

[He would not. This is an internal matter between Saint Pillar Soul Artifacts, completely unrelated to the owners------ of course, as you are the Earth God, we won't chase you away since you're already here] the Book of the Sea answered.

Gu Qing Shan felt even more assured.

"Shifu, the Key of the Wind in my hands wishes to accept you as its master. As you've already seen, it is capable of opening a gate to any location, as long as you can provide it with the necessary vitality" Gu Qing Shan explained.

"I can see that, if it is one of the Four Saint Pillars, then it would certainly be of great help to me------ come!" Xie Dao Ling called out towards the Key of the Wind.

The Key of the Wind replied gently and obediently landed in her hand.

Something immediately occurred------

Lines of bloody red text started to appear in the void of space:

[You're currently witnessing the following ritual:]

[Xie Dao Ling becoming the master of the Key of the Wind]

[According to the rules of the Four Saint Pillars, as one Saint Pillar forms a covenant, the other three Saint Pillar Soul Artifacts will manifest to witness it]

The bloody red text quickly disappeared.

In an instant, the entire world was nowhere to be seen.

It had become a vast river of stars.

Xie Dao Ling doubtfully asked: "This is------"

"This is the ritual of acceptance of the Four Saint Pillars, when I became the master of the Earth God's coin, I also experienced the same thing" Gu Qing Shan explained.