"Back then, during the Lifespan Extension Pill case, the Master... Qing Xu intended to kill to mislead the Da Lan Dynasty and temporarily pacify the situation..."
Qing Ding recounted the events to Tai Yu.
By sheer luck, he managed to preserve a strand of his true soul, hiding in a pill box. Later, when Li Fei brought the Dream Command to the Daluo Sect, he was instinctively drawn to this unclaid True One Magical Artifact, taking refuge inside to preserve a sliver of life...
"And so, I've been following Li Fei since. He saved my life, and my experience has been sowhat useful to him."
Qing Ding finished recounting his experience.
Despite the story's bizarre nature, Tai Yu was largely convinced of his identity after hearing it.
Because many details recounted by Qing Ding involved Qing Xu and the Daluo Sect, which were impossible for outsiders to know.
"Why didn't you consider having Li Fei send you back to the sect sooner?"
Tai Yu paused in silence, then asked.
Qing Ding's voice carried a hint of sorrow:
"Uncle Tai Yu, in my current state, this is as good as it gets in this lifeti. A fragnt of a soul, barely surviving, even returning to the sect wouldn't change anything. It's better to stay by Li Fei's side, where I might still be of so use."
"...."
Even with all his life experiences and firm resolve, Tai Yu couldn't help but be stirred by these words.
Because he truly understood what Qing Ding ant.
The so-called usefulness wasn't about helping Li Fei, but aiding the Daluo Sect!
Qing Ding had long recognized Li Fei's trendous potential, foreseeing his future significance within the Da Lan Dynasty.
Thus, he remained by Li Fei's side, nurturing their relationship, which in turn patched the relations between the Daluo Sect and the Da Lan Dynasty!
However, Qing Ding, once the world's greatest alchemist with a promising future, now was left with only a wisp of a soul struggling to survive.
All of this was caused by the sect!
Despite being hard so deeply, Qing Ding's heart was still set on doing sothing for the Daluo Sect.
How could Tai Yu not be moved?
"....You've worked hard."
After a long silence, Tai Yu could only manage to say these words.
What else could he say?
To soone left with only a wisp of a soul, promising them future compensation?
In Qing Ding's current state, he only has the slow path of fading away, any thoughts of rebuilding, reincarnation, or possession... are all futile.
"Uncle, this ti it was Da Lan Dynasty's Grand Secretary Ye Ze'an who suggested I hide within Chaganbayar to et you. I, too, wanted to do this."
Qing Ding spoke.
He had learned the magic of the Nightmare Sect from Li Fei, using the 'Dream Realm' to infiltrate the surface layer of Chaganbayar's subconscious with his true soul, leaving the latter completely unaware.
Ye Ze'an's intention was twofold: to probe Chaganbayar's identity, and to have Qing Ding persuade Tai Yu.
First, thwart the Buddhist plot, greatly diminishing their influence.
Then, let Li Fei personally negotiate with Tai Yu to show sincerity.
Finally, let Qing Ding reveal himself.
By force, by reason, by emotion!
If this step had been taken too early, while the Da Lan Dynasty was still under siege and beset with enemies, facing possible ruin at any mont, the Daluo Sect could not have been swayed.
Using it at this ti, however, was perfect timing.
In his effort to win over the Daluo Sect for the Da Lan Dynasty, Ye Ze'an had exhausted all available ans.
Tai Yu: "You also wish to persuade to help the Da Lan Dynasty?"
Qing Ding: "Uncle, although Li Fei can now rival peak strong individuals, I have been following him since he was in the Tao Foundation Stage. Over the years, I've guided him and helped him often.
Li Fei is a man of deep sentint; he will surely rember these bonds!"
The bond between Qing Ding and Li Fei is genuine, and his presence has indeed allowed a 'buffer' between the Daluo Sect and the Da Lan Dynasty.
Tai Yu sighed: "I fear... that against the great trend, Li Fei alone might not change anything."
If the West Pole Country were destroyed, the Da Lan Dynasty would have no rival in the Eastern Continent and wouldn't need to keep the Taoists in check anymore.
Would they truly tolerate a Daluo Sect with a deep-seated blood debt to the Da Lan Dynasty?
Qing Ding, a bit anxious, said:
"Uncle, even if the Da Lan Dynasty does sweep the world in the future, think about who they mainly rely on? If the Da Lan Dynasty aims to completely eliminate the Taoists, it's not just about dealing with you but also confronting Profound Heart True Monarch and possibly including True Monarch Wu Hui!
If Li Fei doesn't lend his strength, can the Da Lan Dynasty achieve this?"
Tai Yu didn't believe so:
"If the Da Lan Dynasty lacks external enemies, they could mobilize three of the Four Imperial Camp Armies, with Wenren Zheng personally leading the forces. How then will the Taoists defend?"
Qing Ding: "In the future, Li Fei's status and influence in the Da Lan Dynasty will definitely surpass Wenren Zheng. Even the Emperor will have to respect his opinions! As long as Li Fei is willing to speak on behalf of the Daluo Sect, things won't reach that point!"
Tai Yu fell silent once more.
He absolutely believed in Qing Ding's stance and did not think the latter would speak on behalf of the Da Lan Dynasty.
Therefore, Qing Ding acting as an interdiary impacted him the most!
This forr world's greatest alchemist, now left with only a wisp of a soul, has such a clear purpose. He doesn't need, nor can he seek anything for himself anymore.
Qing Ding's last wish in this life is just for the Daluo Sect to be well!
At so mont, Tai Yu suddenly raised his head, his expression changing slightly.
"Uncle?"
Qing Ding noticed the change in Tai Yu's deanor.
"Very well then."
Tai Yu sighed, "I will make a trip to the West Pole Country."
Qing Ding was overjoyed: "Uncle, are you agreeing to help the Da Lan Dynasty?"
Tai Yu did not provide a definite answer, simply stepping toward the exit of the Great Hall.
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