X-Dragon Era

He could die, but once he truly died, what would happen to his family? Who would take care of his parents? Who would look after his children? Who would take care of his wife? Besides... it was not worth such loyalty for the Kashi Family.

Frankly speaking, his role in the Kashi Family was merely to put food on the table. Not to say he was without loyalty, since he had been there for many years and it was impossible not to have feelings, but... when compared to his family, they all had to take a back seat. To him, nothing was more important than his family. For his family, he could abandon everything, including honor and dignity!

However, no matter how one put it, betrayal was betrayal. Deep inside... he felt utterly despicable, but he hadn't expected that the beautiful girl, who didn't seem real, would articulate all that he was feeling inside. That feeling of being understood and acknowledged nearly brought him to tears on the spot. As a man, without a significant reason, who would willingly shoulder the infamy of betrayal!

Facing Yi Luo Xiang's consolation, Xin Yun finally saw the light and nodded slightly. Xin Yun retracted the Heaven and Earth Seal in his hand and said to the opposing Three-Star Expert, "Alright, since you are willing to submit, the fight ends here. Welcome to the ranks of the Sky-opening Sect."

In response to Xin Yun's words, the Three-Star Expert remained silent, the complexity within his heart beyond words. What troubled him the most was that he would likely soon receive orders from Xin Yun to turn against his former companions.

A declaration of allegiance, indeed... now that he had submitted, he had to completely sever ties with his past, especially now, when the Sky-opening Sect and the Kashi Family were in the midst of fierce battle, this was all the more true. Without showing sufficient sincerity, he would never gain any trust.

The thought of soon having to personally kill his former companions and subordinates... that incomparable pain nearly suffocated him. But did he have a choice?

Amidst his anguish, Xin Yun's voice rang out again, "Don't worry, I won't make you strike against your former companions. I am not that cruel yet. If you choose to betray, that's up to you. However, I warn you that once you join the Sky-opening Sect, there is no leaving. Otherwise, even if I have to chase you to the ends of the earth, I will have to kill you."

Upon hearing Xin Yun's words, the other party was stunned for a moment before gratefully clasping his fists towards Xin Yun. Although he said nothing, his deep appreciation for Xin Yun's understanding and consideration was evidently engraved in his heart.

With a slight hesitation, Xin Yun continued, "Your strength is still commendable, so for now, you will join the Sky-opening Outer Sect."

As he spoke, Xin Yun extended his hand and streaks of five-colored radiance, like a bond, instantly shot out from his palm. Before the other could comprehend what was happening, the prismatic light had already entered his spiritual palace.

Calmly looking at the other, Xin Yun said in a deep tone, "Although it's just the Outer Sect... you can now enjoy the standard treatment of the Sky-opening Sect. I grant you eternal life, immortal and undying!"

"Huh? You..." Feeling the five-colored light that entered his mind and wrapped tightly around his Sea of Consciousness and soul, the other party was clearly astonished. After a careful sensation, however, he felt no discomfort.

Observing the other's doubtful expression, Xin Yun smiled and said, "Don't be suspicious. This five-colored light serves as a tether. If you die, this light will instantly bring your True Spirit to me, and I can resurrect you."

"What! That's... that's impossible!" The Three-Star Expert was dumbfounded upon hearing Xin Yun's words. Resurrection from death? Eternal life, immortal and undying! Could this be true?

Viewing his doubtful appearance, Xin Yun smiled slightly and provided no further explanation. He reached out with both hands, palms facing outwards, fingers slightly curled, and then... Xin Yun took a deep breath, and in a flash... a profusion of colorful specks, like a swarm of fireflies, burst forth from his palms.

Under everyone's gaze, the colorful specks floated in midair, dispersing further and further, evenly dotting the sky in front of Xin Yun.

The next moment... accompanied by Xin Yun's low shout, each colorful speck suddenly transformed into swirling vortexes, frantically drawing on the power of the Five Elements from the surrounding space.

Under the intense suction, one hundred and seven colorful specks became one hundred and seven huge color masses, which gradually expanded in midair, resembling cocoons suspended in the sky.

"Roar! Roar! Roar..." After approximately three seconds, all the masses extinguished simultaneously, and upon closer inspection, a ferocious Giant Dragon emerged within each, their heads raised, emitting earth-shaking roars.

Beholding the Dragon Group that had miraculously appeared, the Three-Star Expert was utterly dumbfounded, especially having locked in combat with Tie Zhan for an entire minute, a Diamond Three-Star just like him, he had left a deep impression.

To think, just moments ago... he had witnessed this fellow's death with his own eyes, even felt the force of the other's Self-Destruct with his own body. But now, this person who was supposed to be dead was resurrected before his eyes!

Of course, without employing the Demonic Dragon Disintegration Technique, Tie Zhan was merely a Diamond Two-Star, and the other one hundred and six Stellar War Generals were all at the Purple Crystal level, but that wasn't important. The critical point was that they had all died moments ago, and yet now they were simultaneously resurrected. What was going on?