1 00:01:30,080 --> 00:01:34,930 [The Unclouded Soul] 2 00:01:35,240 --> 00:01:37,910 [Episode 36] 3 00:01:39,950 --> 00:01:41,130 As long as you live, 4 00:01:41,479 --> 00:01:43,210 I'll make you suffer every day. 5 00:01:47,000 --> 00:01:48,259 Can't take it anymore? 6 00:01:49,039 --> 00:01:50,039 I knew it. 7 00:01:50,310 --> 00:01:51,610 A human like you 8 00:01:51,680 --> 00:01:53,590 could never make her happy. 9 00:01:55,039 --> 00:01:56,050 But if you promise 10 00:01:56,840 --> 00:01:58,850 to never see Xiao Yao again, 11 00:01:59,289 --> 00:02:00,300 I'll let you go. 12 00:02:04,570 --> 00:02:05,560 Say it. 13 00:02:07,340 --> 00:02:08,669 Say it. 14 00:02:10,039 --> 00:02:10,910 Say it out loud! 15 00:02:15,190 --> 00:02:16,590 Why aren't you speaking? 16 00:02:16,750 --> 00:02:18,079 Promise me you won't see her again, 17 00:02:18,079 --> 00:02:19,360 and I'll end your suffering. 18 00:02:19,360 --> 00:02:20,340 Just say it. 19 00:02:20,710 --> 00:02:21,670 Say it! 20 00:02:25,400 --> 00:02:27,400 If I can see her again, 21 00:02:29,880 --> 00:02:31,220 this little suffering 22 00:02:32,150 --> 00:02:33,960 means nothing to me. 23 00:02:46,520 --> 00:02:47,760 Even if I kill you, 24 00:02:50,240 --> 00:02:52,240 Yao probably still won't like me. 25 00:02:57,180 --> 00:02:58,350 I can let you go. 26 00:02:59,480 --> 00:03:00,610 But you must promise 27 00:03:01,080 --> 00:03:02,610 that for as long as you live, 28 00:03:02,960 --> 00:03:03,960 you will never... 29 00:03:07,550 --> 00:03:08,890 Never 30 00:03:10,100 --> 00:03:11,120 betray her. 31 00:03:26,610 --> 00:03:29,010 Do you really think I don't dare to kill you? 32 00:03:30,910 --> 00:03:32,710 You are pure and sacred, 33 00:03:33,410 --> 00:03:36,010 and shouldn't coexist with the filthy humans. 34 00:03:36,240 --> 00:03:37,640 On the day of the eclipse, 35 00:03:38,030 --> 00:03:39,490 you should have killed me. 36 00:03:41,650 --> 00:03:43,450 But instead, you healed my hand, 37 00:03:44,870 --> 00:03:46,870 making me think of you day and night. 38 00:03:47,870 --> 00:03:49,000 For my Ao Hen Clan, 39 00:03:49,750 --> 00:03:51,240 cultivation is a battle. 40 00:03:51,780 --> 00:03:53,290 We fall when defeated, 41 00:03:53,910 --> 00:03:56,170 and lick our own wounds when victorious. 42 00:03:56,430 --> 00:03:57,760 For thousands of years, 43 00:03:58,430 --> 00:04:00,350 you're the only one to have ever tended to my wounds. 44 00:04:00,350 --> 00:04:01,950 I only helped you out of pity, 45 00:04:02,010 --> 00:04:03,120 nothing more. 46 00:04:04,200 --> 00:04:05,730 I won't force you to like me. 47 00:04:07,080 --> 00:04:08,490 But I will do my utmost 48 00:04:09,750 --> 00:04:11,610 to do anything that benefits you. 49 00:04:12,280 --> 00:04:14,080 And I will completely eliminate 50 00:04:14,960 --> 00:04:16,899 anything that harms you. 51 00:04:16,920 --> 00:04:18,390 How could you possibly know better than me 52 00:04:18,390 --> 00:04:20,149 what's best for me? 53 00:04:22,630 --> 00:04:24,160 Thank you for your concern, 54 00:04:24,640 --> 00:04:26,840 but please stop meddling in my affairs. 55 00:04:31,270 --> 00:04:32,909 I'm asking you one last time. 56 00:04:33,920 --> 00:04:35,130 Where is Hong Ye? 57 00:04:40,600 --> 00:04:41,670 I swear, 58 00:04:42,360 --> 00:04:44,020 if you just give me one chance, 59 00:04:46,360 --> 00:04:48,620 I'll protect you for ten thousand years. 60 00:05:08,480 --> 00:05:09,160 Yao! 61 00:05:17,610 --> 00:05:18,240 Yao— 62 00:05:22,510 --> 00:05:23,490 Xiao Yao. 63 00:05:37,600 --> 00:05:38,400 I'm sorry. 64 00:05:39,040 --> 00:05:40,140 I'm late. 65 00:05:46,510 --> 00:05:47,250 Let's go. 66 00:06:06,950 --> 00:06:08,280 Your behavior 67 00:06:09,360 --> 00:06:11,110 is truly disgraceful. 68 00:06:13,950 --> 00:06:15,680 Did you think I couldn't see 69 00:06:16,430 --> 00:06:18,430 how much you've made Hong Ye suffer? 70 00:06:19,870 --> 00:06:22,950 At least I never truly wanted to kill him. 71 00:06:23,390 --> 00:06:24,880 How does it feel 72 00:06:25,070 --> 00:06:27,330 to hand Hong Ye over to Xiao Yao yourself? 73 00:06:27,600 --> 00:06:29,330 Better than having Yao hate me. 74 00:06:30,950 --> 00:06:33,350 After cultivating for thousands of years, 75 00:06:33,890 --> 00:06:36,020 both of us are no match for a mere human. 76 00:06:36,120 --> 00:06:37,070 Is your mouth 77 00:06:38,409 --> 00:06:40,260 laced with poison? 78 00:06:48,000 --> 00:06:48,680 Hong Ye! 79 00:06:56,930 --> 00:06:59,060 Your meridians aren't like a demon's. 80 00:06:59,080 --> 00:07:02,280 I can only temporarily suppress the turmoil in your body. 81 00:07:05,040 --> 00:07:05,970 When we return to the Dragon Palace, 82 00:07:05,970 --> 00:07:07,370 we'll heal you properly. 83 00:07:10,720 --> 00:07:13,180 I won't go back to the Dragon Palace with you. 84 00:07:14,830 --> 00:07:16,760 I will protect you well from now on. 85 00:07:17,360 --> 00:07:19,360 I won't let any demon hurt you again. 86 00:07:20,430 --> 00:07:22,290 You've already helped me so much. 87 00:07:24,490 --> 00:07:26,890 I can't always hide under your protection. 88 00:07:28,240 --> 00:07:30,160 And I can't become your burden. 89 00:07:31,390 --> 00:07:32,430 Don't say that. 90 00:07:35,000 --> 00:07:35,800 Xiao Yao. 91 00:07:38,040 --> 00:07:38,870 Thank you. 92 00:07:40,950 --> 00:07:42,720 During our time together, 93 00:07:43,870 --> 00:07:45,310 you've given me respect. 94 00:07:46,070 --> 00:07:47,600 You've also made me believe 95 00:07:47,920 --> 00:07:48,630 that humans 96 00:07:49,190 --> 00:07:49,870 and demons 97 00:07:50,630 --> 00:07:52,270 can coexist peacefully. 98 00:07:53,760 --> 00:07:55,280 But once I leave you, 99 00:07:56,630 --> 00:07:58,870 whether it's dragons or other demons, 100 00:08:00,900 --> 00:08:02,730 their attitude toward humans 101 00:08:04,390 --> 00:08:06,120 will remain the same as before. 102 00:08:13,070 --> 00:08:15,870 just made me see reality more clearly. 103 00:08:25,190 --> 00:08:26,870 The demons' attitude toward humans 104 00:08:27,630 --> 00:08:29,300 is deeply rooted 105 00:08:30,240 --> 00:08:31,700 and impossible to change. 106 00:08:34,630 --> 00:08:35,480 So, 107 00:08:40,000 --> 00:08:42,270 or to be with you in a better way, 108 00:08:43,870 --> 00:08:46,470 I will find the Yuli Spring as soon as possible. 109 00:08:47,970 --> 00:08:48,730 You... 110 00:08:50,510 --> 00:08:52,270 In order to be with me? 111 00:08:57,010 --> 00:08:57,810 That's right. 112 00:09:12,680 --> 00:09:14,790 I used to be too insecure. 113 00:09:19,190 --> 00:09:20,610 was a joke 114 00:09:21,450 --> 00:09:22,710 or your true feelings. 115 00:09:24,710 --> 00:09:26,640 I was afraid of presuming too much, 116 00:09:34,840 --> 00:09:36,130 your image 117 00:09:37,120 --> 00:09:39,240 has become unforgettable in my heart. 118 00:09:47,270 --> 00:09:48,750 You can talk so much. 119 00:09:49,630 --> 00:09:51,030 Seems like you won't die. 120 00:09:57,220 --> 00:09:59,610 When I was in unbearable pain earlier, 121 00:10:01,360 --> 00:10:03,370 I kept telling myself 122 00:10:05,170 --> 00:10:06,250 that if I could 123 00:10:22,790 --> 00:10:24,540 I am grateful that you deign to accept me. 124 00:10:25,980 --> 00:10:27,670 It's yours now. 125 00:10:43,510 --> 00:10:44,270 Hong Ye. 126 00:10:50,960 --> 00:10:53,560 The Yuli Spring will disrupt the world's balance. 127 00:10:55,270 --> 00:10:56,510 If it's really found, 128 00:10:58,030 --> 00:10:59,560 it might not be a good thing. 129 00:11:00,800 --> 00:11:02,880 A human's life is too short. 130 00:11:04,660 --> 00:11:07,410 I just want to do my best to reduce the gap between humans and demons. 131 00:11:08,890 --> 00:11:10,670 I want to stay with you longer. 132 00:11:20,480 --> 00:11:21,120 Very well. 133 00:11:23,960 --> 00:11:25,160 I'll escort you back. 134 00:11:25,750 --> 00:11:26,120 Okay. 135 00:11:38,240 --> 00:11:39,770 This is a dragon bone flute. 136 00:11:40,120 --> 00:11:41,550 If you need to find me, 137 00:11:41,690 --> 00:11:42,780 just sound it, 138 00:11:43,270 --> 00:11:45,670 and I'll hear it from a thousand miles away. 139 00:11:54,670 --> 00:11:55,360 All right. 140 00:11:56,270 --> 00:11:57,730 Take care of yourself too. 141 00:12:53,270 --> 00:12:54,240 Father. 142 00:13:00,870 --> 00:13:01,620 Father. 143 00:13:10,720 --> 00:13:11,390 Father. 144 00:13:11,790 --> 00:13:12,480 Father. 145 00:13:16,830 --> 00:13:17,640 Father. 146 00:13:18,960 --> 00:13:19,900 Look at me. 147 00:13:20,440 --> 00:13:21,620 I'm Ye. 148 00:13:22,630 --> 00:13:23,630 I have returned. 149 00:13:24,670 --> 00:13:25,360 Father. 150 00:13:26,000 --> 00:13:26,670 Father. 151 00:13:28,600 --> 00:13:29,320 Father! 152 00:13:31,910 --> 00:13:32,760 Father. 153 00:14:12,600 --> 00:14:13,390 Prince Ye, 154 00:14:14,400 --> 00:14:15,670 you've finally returned. 155 00:14:15,670 --> 00:14:17,030 Who did this? 156 00:14:18,340 --> 00:14:19,890 The Ao Hen Clan. 157 00:14:21,150 --> 00:14:22,370 You led the fleet 158 00:14:22,640 --> 00:14:25,480 to search for the celestial mountain and didn't return for over a month. 159 00:14:25,480 --> 00:14:28,030 We sent search parties again and again, 160 00:14:29,060 --> 00:14:30,960 but in the end, along the shore, 161 00:14:31,140 --> 00:14:33,400 we only found the wreckage of your fleet. 162 00:14:34,290 --> 00:14:36,160 Everyone thought you had perished, 163 00:14:36,160 --> 00:14:38,760 and the emperor fell gravely ill because of it. 164 00:14:39,600 --> 00:14:40,720 Just recently, 165 00:14:40,920 --> 00:14:43,250 news came from a southern fishing village 166 00:14:43,910 --> 00:14:45,750 that villagers had seen you. 167 00:14:46,750 --> 00:14:49,080 The emperor rose from his sickbed, 168 00:14:49,120 --> 00:14:51,180 saying he wanted to welcome you home. 169 00:14:51,360 --> 00:14:53,090 He was planning to leave today, 170 00:14:53,480 --> 00:14:55,120 but unexpectedly, 171 00:14:56,000 --> 00:14:58,530 the Ao Hen Clan descended from the sky just now 172 00:14:58,750 --> 00:15:00,630 and destroyed everything they could! 173 00:15:00,630 --> 00:15:01,550 We have failed. 174 00:15:01,810 --> 00:15:03,670 We couldn't protect the emperor. 175 00:15:04,080 --> 00:15:04,970 Prince Ye, 176 00:15:05,720 --> 00:15:07,780 the human race is now in grave danger. 177 00:15:08,750 --> 00:15:10,870 Since you have returned safely, 178 00:15:11,840 --> 00:15:14,330 we beg you to immediately ascend the throne. 179 00:15:14,510 --> 00:15:17,600 Lead humanity in continuing the search for the Yuli Spring 180 00:15:17,600 --> 00:15:19,190 to give our race 181 00:15:19,480 --> 00:15:21,550 a glimmer of hope in this world. 182 00:15:22,390 --> 00:15:25,190 Since the demons haven't wiped out all humans yet, 183 00:15:26,440 --> 00:15:28,650 I shall borrow the power of heaven 184 00:15:29,120 --> 00:15:31,630 to fight for humanity's future. 185 00:15:32,030 --> 00:15:35,200 Long live Emperor Ye! 186 00:15:39,910 --> 00:15:41,470 Heaven and earth, 187 00:15:41,960 --> 00:15:43,650 the origin of all energy. 188 00:15:48,270 --> 00:15:50,270 Within and beyond the Three Realms, 189 00:15:50,390 --> 00:15:52,290 only the Way is supreme. 190 00:15:56,880 --> 00:15:58,600 Encompassing heaven and earth, 191 00:15:58,600 --> 00:16:00,370 it nurtures all living beings. 192 00:16:05,150 --> 00:16:06,810 Profound wisdom penetrates, 193 00:16:07,120 --> 00:16:08,850 as the five energies rise. 194 00:16:11,790 --> 00:16:13,240 The human emperor 195 00:16:13,360 --> 00:16:14,960 prays for heaven's mandate, 196 00:16:14,960 --> 00:16:16,430 seeking divine guidance 197 00:16:16,480 --> 00:16:18,070 to find the Yuli Spring 198 00:16:18,200 --> 00:16:21,790 and protect all people from suffering and hardship. 199 00:16:37,000 --> 00:16:39,800 The celestial mountain and Yuli have not appeared 200 00:16:40,080 --> 00:16:43,570 because humans have not shown true sincerity. 201 00:16:50,010 --> 00:16:51,670 Deity, I beg you for guidance. 202 00:16:51,980 --> 00:16:53,940 I am willing to find the Yuli 203 00:16:55,870 --> 00:16:57,080 at any cost. 204 00:16:58,410 --> 00:17:00,120 As with all things in the world, 205 00:17:00,120 --> 00:17:02,430 if you desire it intensely, 206 00:17:02,530 --> 00:17:04,760 you will become enlightened. 207 00:17:05,829 --> 00:17:07,859 If humans wish to become powerful, 208 00:17:08,160 --> 00:17:10,640 they must first have a powerful heart. 209 00:17:11,640 --> 00:17:13,400 Then will you be able to carry 210 00:17:13,400 --> 00:17:16,270 the divine power bestowed upon you. 211 00:17:17,349 --> 00:17:18,440 I, Hong Ye, 212 00:17:20,640 --> 00:17:22,770 am willing to receive divine power... 213 00:17:28,270 --> 00:17:29,910 with my mortal body. 214 00:17:51,770 --> 00:17:53,320 I grant you power 215 00:17:53,850 --> 00:17:55,460 to aid your cultivation. 216 00:17:55,960 --> 00:17:57,750 If you find Yuli, 217 00:17:57,790 --> 00:18:00,160 only then can the divine power be passed on. 218 00:18:00,160 --> 00:18:02,850 Otherwise, humans cannot be saved, 219 00:18:03,210 --> 00:18:04,960 and extinction would be justified. 220 00:18:04,960 --> 00:18:07,020 How exactly can I prove myself 221 00:18:07,920 --> 00:18:10,130 to find Yuli? 222 00:18:20,210 --> 00:18:23,860 Each demon tribe has passed down 223 00:18:23,890 --> 00:18:26,490 a pearl that condenses the primordial spirit. 224 00:18:27,550 --> 00:18:29,590 Gather all eight pearls 225 00:18:29,660 --> 00:18:33,550 and the celestial mountain and Yuli will descend for you. 226 00:19:40,030 --> 00:19:40,830 Your Majesty, 227 00:19:40,850 --> 00:19:42,930 drawing like this is harmful to your health. 228 00:19:42,930 --> 00:19:43,800 You must stop. 229 00:19:44,800 --> 00:19:46,070 The deity has shown mercy, 230 00:19:46,070 --> 00:19:47,130 granting me power. 231 00:19:47,940 --> 00:19:49,600 If I don't protect humans now, 232 00:19:49,720 --> 00:19:50,920 what am I waiting for? 233 00:19:56,120 --> 00:19:56,970 What is this? 234 00:20:02,350 --> 00:20:04,620 Distribute these divine talismans to everyone. 235 00:20:04,620 --> 00:20:05,560 Keep them close. 236 00:20:06,070 --> 00:20:07,610 If you encounter ordinary demons, 237 00:20:07,610 --> 00:20:09,160 these will shield you from their demonic power. 238 00:20:09,160 --> 00:20:09,480 Yes. 239 00:20:13,920 --> 00:20:15,780 Congratulations, Your Majesty. 240 00:20:16,070 --> 00:20:19,070 Several guards empowered with divine power went to patrol the mountains 241 00:20:19,070 --> 00:20:21,240 and surprisingly captured a demonic beast. 242 00:20:21,240 --> 00:20:23,350 This is the first time we humans have seen a demonic beast 243 00:20:23,350 --> 00:20:24,550 without having to flee, 244 00:20:24,550 --> 00:20:26,150 and instead brought it back. 245 00:20:27,000 --> 00:20:28,160 What kind of beast is it? 246 00:20:28,160 --> 00:20:29,160 An illusion beast 247 00:20:30,030 --> 00:20:31,630 with no power to harm humans. 248 00:20:51,510 --> 00:20:53,510 Illusion beasts are extremely rare. 249 00:20:53,510 --> 00:20:56,040 They survive in the world through illusions. 250 00:20:56,270 --> 00:20:57,640 Though they have little power, 251 00:20:57,640 --> 00:20:59,510 they can transform at will, 252 00:20:59,590 --> 00:21:01,520 deceiving both demons and humans. 253 00:21:02,400 --> 00:21:04,500 If this demon serves us, 254 00:21:04,790 --> 00:21:06,450 it will surely be beneficial. 255 00:21:08,160 --> 00:21:09,030 How so? 256 00:21:42,790 --> 00:21:44,810 Though you have gained divine power, 257 00:21:44,810 --> 00:21:46,630 the power gap between you 258 00:21:46,830 --> 00:21:48,640 and the many demons remains vast. 259 00:21:48,640 --> 00:21:50,640 Why not fight poison with poison 260 00:21:50,920 --> 00:21:52,110 and use this illusion beast 261 00:21:52,110 --> 00:21:53,550 to sow discord among demons? 262 00:21:53,550 --> 00:21:55,200 Only then can we gather all pearls, 263 00:21:55,200 --> 00:21:57,700 proving our sincerity to the deity. 264 00:22:02,750 --> 00:22:03,550 Your Majesty, 265 00:22:04,030 --> 00:22:07,020 this is the only way to gather all the pearls. 266 00:22:12,060 --> 00:22:13,830 The demons slaughter humans 267 00:22:13,830 --> 00:22:16,020 using the most extreme methods. 268 00:22:16,400 --> 00:22:17,270 Your Majesty, 269 00:22:17,680 --> 00:22:19,030 you bear a deep blood feud. 270 00:22:19,030 --> 00:22:19,630 Now, 271 00:22:19,880 --> 00:22:21,540 you have a way to take revenge. 272 00:22:21,680 --> 00:22:23,920 Why are you showing mercy to the demons? 273 00:22:29,830 --> 00:22:31,830 Which clan do you want to start with? 274 00:22:32,440 --> 00:22:35,330 Those who most enjoyed bullying humans 275 00:22:35,640 --> 00:22:37,100 were the mountain demons. 276 00:22:37,510 --> 00:22:38,900 Let's start with them. 277 00:22:59,270 --> 00:23:00,440 Hand over the Earth Pearl 278 00:23:00,440 --> 00:23:01,830 and your lives will be spared. 279 00:23:01,830 --> 00:23:02,560 Ridiculous! 280 00:23:03,170 --> 00:23:05,960 The mountain demon tribe has guarded this pearl for generations. 281 00:23:05,960 --> 00:23:07,090 You'll never get it. 282 00:23:11,830 --> 00:23:13,720 If all mountain demons die, 283 00:23:13,740 --> 00:23:14,920 there will be no point 284 00:23:14,920 --> 00:23:16,460 in guarding the pearl. 285 00:23:20,000 --> 00:23:21,450 Spare their lives 286 00:23:22,000 --> 00:23:23,790 and I'll take you to get the Earth Pearl. 287 00:23:23,790 --> 00:23:24,310 Leader, 288 00:23:24,810 --> 00:23:25,810 you can't! 289 00:23:26,550 --> 00:23:27,870 After this disaster, 290 00:23:27,920 --> 00:23:30,780 our tribe no longer has the power to guard the pearl. 291 00:23:31,110 --> 00:23:32,790 We must preserve some of our bloodline 292 00:23:32,790 --> 00:23:34,760 to prevent complete extinction. 293 00:23:37,790 --> 00:23:39,000 Follow me. 294 00:24:30,850 --> 00:24:32,990 The Earth Pearl has the power of life. 295 00:24:33,410 --> 00:24:35,270 One must respect all natural beings 296 00:24:35,270 --> 00:24:36,800 to receive its protection. 297 00:24:42,070 --> 00:24:42,610 Let's go. 298 00:24:48,750 --> 00:24:49,410 Leader! 299 00:25:02,410 --> 00:25:03,140 Dragon Lord, 300 00:25:03,350 --> 00:25:06,750 the Bi Fang Clan's Wind-Settling Pearl has also been stolen. 301 00:25:08,750 --> 00:25:10,350 Various clans are facing trouble one after another now. 302 00:25:10,350 --> 00:25:12,570 Rumors say the Ao Hen Clan uses extremely treacherous methods. 303 00:25:12,570 --> 00:25:14,350 Should we also prepare some countermeasures? 304 00:25:14,350 --> 00:25:16,600 If the Dragon Lord hadn't shown mercy before, 305 00:25:16,600 --> 00:25:18,310 Ao Hen wouldn't even exist anymore. 306 00:25:18,310 --> 00:25:20,440 Although his reputation isn't great, 307 00:25:20,550 --> 00:25:22,890 he's never been this vicious before. 308 00:25:22,980 --> 00:25:25,980 Could it be that when you spared him for Hong Ye's sake, 309 00:25:26,050 --> 00:25:28,250 it completely disrupted Ao Hen's mind? 310 00:25:30,010 --> 00:25:31,270 Though he's ruthless, 311 00:25:31,720 --> 00:25:33,840 he's not one for indiscriminate killing. 312 00:25:33,840 --> 00:25:35,180 Besides, after the solar eclipse, 313 00:25:35,180 --> 00:25:37,710 he experienced the benefits of cultivation. 314 00:25:37,790 --> 00:25:39,600 He surely wouldn't act this way. 315 00:25:39,780 --> 00:25:41,240 I fear that while mountains and rivers may change, 316 00:25:41,240 --> 00:25:42,970 one's nature remains the same. 317 00:25:43,030 --> 00:25:44,440 Report! 318 00:25:47,160 --> 00:25:48,000 Qiong Qi's leader has brought 319 00:25:48,000 --> 00:25:50,270 the leaders of Lei Meng, Fox, Mountain Demon, and Bi Fang Clans. 320 00:25:50,270 --> 00:25:51,790 They're all waiting outside. 321 00:25:51,790 --> 00:25:52,450 Let them in. Yes. 322 00:25:59,160 --> 00:25:59,960 Dragon Lord, 323 00:26:00,550 --> 00:26:02,480 Ao Hen's actions are disgraceful. 324 00:26:02,480 --> 00:26:03,880 Such a disgrace to demon-kind 325 00:26:03,880 --> 00:26:05,010 must be eliminated. 326 00:26:05,030 --> 00:26:06,750 The Fox Clan has already suffered 327 00:26:06,750 --> 00:26:07,720 multiple raids from the Ao Hen Clan. 328 00:26:07,720 --> 00:26:10,240 It's one thing that our tribe is weaker than theirs, 329 00:26:10,240 --> 00:26:11,350 but our repeated concessions 330 00:26:11,350 --> 00:26:12,960 only made them more aggressive. 331 00:26:12,960 --> 00:26:14,310 They kill innocents 332 00:26:14,310 --> 00:26:15,480 with vicious methods. 333 00:26:15,480 --> 00:26:17,030 Even after I handed over the Thunder Pearl, 334 00:26:17,030 --> 00:26:19,070 they still slaughtered my people, 335 00:26:19,070 --> 00:26:22,800 cutting off the foundation for future generations' cultivation! 336 00:26:22,920 --> 00:26:24,250 The Mountain Demon Clan 337 00:26:24,720 --> 00:26:26,270 only has a few remaining now. 338 00:26:26,270 --> 00:26:27,510 I watched helplessly 339 00:26:27,510 --> 00:26:29,030 as my entire clan, including our leader, 340 00:26:29,030 --> 00:26:30,350 died before my eyes! 341 00:26:30,720 --> 00:26:32,750 Though there have been conflicts between clans, 342 00:26:32,750 --> 00:26:35,120 none have been as ruthless as Ao Hen. 343 00:26:35,310 --> 00:26:37,160 Dragon Lord, since you've achieved Azure Dragon form, 344 00:26:37,160 --> 00:26:39,510 if you still stand by and do nothing like before, 345 00:26:39,510 --> 00:26:41,830 then you're simply enabling the Ao Hen Clan. 346 00:26:41,830 --> 00:26:42,270 Indeed. That's right. 347 00:26:43,030 --> 00:26:45,400 The dragons cannot stand idle! 348 00:26:45,400 --> 00:26:46,400 Please, Azure Dragon, help us. 349 00:26:46,400 --> 00:26:47,510 Please bring justice, Azure Dragon. 350 00:26:47,510 --> 00:26:47,790 Yes. 351 00:26:50,640 --> 00:26:51,370 Dragon Lord. 352 00:26:51,960 --> 00:26:53,290 Ao Hen ambushed my clan. 353 00:26:53,720 --> 00:26:55,250 You witnessed it yourself. 354 00:26:55,290 --> 00:26:56,610 As the Azure Dragon, 355 00:26:56,790 --> 00:26:58,310 committed to protecting all beings, 356 00:26:58,310 --> 00:26:59,920 surely you will be fair. 357 00:27:00,920 --> 00:27:02,380 We've come today 358 00:27:02,550 --> 00:27:04,210 in hopes that you would lead us 359 00:27:04,390 --> 00:27:05,500 to gather all clans 360 00:27:05,920 --> 00:27:07,370 and punish Ao Hen together! 361 00:27:07,370 --> 00:27:08,520 Punish Ao Hen! 362 00:27:08,550 --> 00:27:10,350 Yes, punish him! 363 00:27:10,350 --> 00:27:11,720 Yes, punish Ao Hen! 364 00:27:11,720 --> 00:27:14,400 Punish Ao Hen! 365 00:27:15,790 --> 00:27:17,250 Though Ao Hen is powerful, 366 00:27:17,790 --> 00:27:20,850 he doesn't have the ability to fight all demons at once. 367 00:27:20,880 --> 00:27:22,510 If he truly acts this way, 368 00:27:22,640 --> 00:27:25,440 it only harms others without benefiting himself. 369 00:27:25,680 --> 00:27:26,480 I think 370 00:27:27,030 --> 00:27:28,960 this matter is highly suspicious. 371 00:27:29,510 --> 00:27:30,240 Dragon Lord, 372 00:27:31,240 --> 00:27:32,260 the Ao Hen Clan 373 00:27:32,310 --> 00:27:34,310 has been pillaging and killing for years, 374 00:27:34,310 --> 00:27:36,200 constantly improving their power. 375 00:27:36,200 --> 00:27:38,070 They must think that their cultivation is complete 376 00:27:38,070 --> 00:27:40,070 and now, they want to rule the world. 377 00:27:41,440 --> 00:27:43,500 Why do you hesitate? 378 00:27:44,680 --> 00:27:47,090 Rumors say that Ao Hen and the Azure Dragon 379 00:27:47,270 --> 00:27:48,800 have a close relationship. 380 00:27:48,960 --> 00:27:50,000 Could it be 381 00:27:50,590 --> 00:27:52,340 you're favoring Ao Hen? 382 00:27:55,310 --> 00:27:55,840 Lei Meng. 383 00:27:59,000 --> 00:28:00,440 You're worried, 384 00:28:00,720 --> 00:28:02,920 but you shouldn't speak such nonsense. 385 00:28:04,000 --> 00:28:04,720 Otherwise, 386 00:28:05,510 --> 00:28:07,640 I will be the first to turn against you. 387 00:28:09,400 --> 00:28:11,310 Our clan is facing extinction. 388 00:28:11,830 --> 00:28:13,490 What do I have to fear from you? 389 00:28:15,400 --> 00:28:16,130 Come on then! 390 00:28:16,750 --> 00:28:17,950 I'm not afraid of you! 391 00:28:17,960 --> 00:28:18,790 Stop arguing! 392 00:28:20,160 --> 00:28:22,090 Punishing Ao Hen isn't difficult, 393 00:28:22,590 --> 00:28:24,110 but if there are forces behind this 394 00:28:24,110 --> 00:28:25,970 stirring conflict among demons, 395 00:28:26,110 --> 00:28:28,310 wouldn't we be falling into their trap? 396 00:28:29,270 --> 00:28:30,680 Everyone, return home for now. 397 00:28:30,680 --> 00:28:32,880 Take care of your people and treasures, 398 00:28:33,030 --> 00:28:34,490 and repair your barriers. 399 00:28:34,640 --> 00:28:36,040 I will find Ao Hen myself. 400 00:28:37,030 --> 00:28:38,430 Once I uncover the truth, 401 00:28:38,750 --> 00:28:40,610 I'll give you all an explanation. 402 00:28:41,350 --> 00:28:42,410 What if everything 403 00:28:43,350 --> 00:28:44,680 truly is Ao Hen's doing? 404 00:28:48,350 --> 00:28:49,750 I will eliminate the evil 405 00:28:50,570 --> 00:28:51,840 and show no mercy. 406 00:29:15,640 --> 00:29:18,700 This is the first time you've approached me on your own. 407 00:29:24,300 --> 00:29:25,840 I've always thought 408 00:29:26,190 --> 00:29:27,920 I needed to find the Yuli Spring 409 00:29:28,480 --> 00:29:29,880 and achieve immortality 410 00:29:30,090 --> 00:29:32,020 before I could be with you forever. 411 00:29:32,350 --> 00:29:33,960 But today's chaos 412 00:29:34,640 --> 00:29:36,260 has made me realize 413 00:29:37,640 --> 00:29:39,250 that if I were to die one day, 414 00:29:40,240 --> 00:29:42,100 the only thing I would worry about 415 00:29:43,290 --> 00:29:45,090 would be the bond I have with you. 416 00:29:47,620 --> 00:29:48,960 You're different 417 00:29:49,310 --> 00:29:50,160 from before. 418 00:29:51,240 --> 00:29:52,310 Life is short. 419 00:29:53,190 --> 00:29:54,790 I can't control everything. 420 00:29:55,910 --> 00:29:57,080 If that's the case, 421 00:29:57,510 --> 00:29:58,710 what I want to do most, 422 00:29:58,960 --> 00:30:00,510 and the only thing I can do, 423 00:30:02,790 --> 00:30:04,510 is to tell you how I feel. 424 00:30:40,310 --> 00:30:42,500 With a strand of my hair representing my love, 425 00:30:42,500 --> 00:30:44,760 I formally ask for your hand in marriage. 426 00:30:46,830 --> 00:30:48,640 Will you tie your fate with mine 427 00:30:49,900 --> 00:30:51,100 until the end of time? 428 00:31:02,170 --> 00:31:04,140 Perhaps I'm being too abrupt. 429 00:31:35,510 --> 00:31:36,320 I'm willing. 430 00:32:02,130 --> 00:32:02,720 Hong Ye, 431 00:32:03,510 --> 00:32:04,880 the reason I came here 432 00:32:05,980 --> 00:32:07,300 was to find you. 433 00:32:09,200 --> 00:32:11,660 You are the very reason of my existence here. 434 00:32:13,400 --> 00:32:14,050 Xiao Yao. 435 00:32:16,480 --> 00:32:18,540 No matter what happens in the future, 436 00:32:19,590 --> 00:32:20,550 remember this: 437 00:32:21,560 --> 00:32:22,350 everything I do is only 438 00:32:22,350 --> 00:32:24,550 so I can stand by your side as your equal. 439 00:32:27,790 --> 00:32:28,880 Between us, 440 00:32:29,140 --> 00:32:30,670 there is not only equality, 441 00:32:31,000 --> 00:32:31,730 but also 442 00:32:32,790 --> 00:32:34,990 love at first sight that lasts forever. 443 00:32:38,470 --> 00:32:41,070 Next month, August 15th, in the human calendar 444 00:32:41,070 --> 00:32:42,630 will be our wedding day. 445 00:32:42,880 --> 00:32:43,810 Is that alright? 446 00:32:46,110 --> 00:32:46,590 Yes. 447 00:32:52,820 --> 00:32:54,270 That's absolutely not acceptable. 448 00:32:54,270 --> 00:32:56,240 How could a human be worthy of the Azure Dragon? 449 00:32:56,240 --> 00:32:57,240 Yes, Dragon Lord. 450 00:32:57,270 --> 00:32:58,640 There has never been 451 00:32:58,720 --> 00:33:00,750 a precedent of marriage between demons and humans. 452 00:33:00,750 --> 00:33:02,200 Please reconsider, Dragon Lord. 453 00:33:02,200 --> 00:33:06,060 -Please reconsider, Dragon Lord! -Please reconsider, Dragon Lord! 454 00:33:07,180 --> 00:33:08,040 Dragon Lord... 455 00:33:10,920 --> 00:33:13,380 If everything always followed old customs, 456 00:33:13,880 --> 00:33:15,030 there would be no Azure Dragon either. 457 00:33:15,030 --> 00:33:15,760 Dragon Lord, 458 00:33:16,310 --> 00:33:17,640 you and Hong Ye 459 00:33:18,200 --> 00:33:19,750 have only known each other for a short time. 460 00:33:19,750 --> 00:33:22,440 This... things are moving too fast. 461 00:33:22,550 --> 00:33:23,110 -Yes. -Yes. Things are moving too fast. 462 00:33:24,070 --> 00:33:25,400 Since when has the depth of love 463 00:33:25,400 --> 00:33:27,620 been measured by the length of acquaintance? 464 00:33:27,620 --> 00:33:28,100 Well... 465 00:33:29,310 --> 00:33:30,040 Dragon Lord. 466 00:33:30,960 --> 00:33:33,000 I'm afraid a human would marry a dragon 467 00:33:33,000 --> 00:33:34,640 just so they can use the dragon clan's power 468 00:33:34,640 --> 00:33:36,500 to help them find the Yuli Spring. 469 00:33:37,480 --> 00:33:38,350 Rumors of this spring 470 00:33:38,350 --> 00:33:40,410 has now spread among all demon clans. 471 00:33:40,480 --> 00:33:42,550 The claim that Yuli Spring can enhance cultivation 472 00:33:42,550 --> 00:33:44,070 has caused many demons to neglect their proper cultivation 473 00:33:44,070 --> 00:33:46,070 and focus only on finding the celestial mountain. 474 00:33:46,070 --> 00:33:48,070 I suspect the Ao Hen Clan keeps stirring up trouble 475 00:33:48,070 --> 00:33:49,350 and killing other demons 476 00:33:49,350 --> 00:33:51,210 must be connected to this matter. 477 00:33:52,000 --> 00:33:54,200 With many issues unresolved among the demon clans, 478 00:33:54,200 --> 00:33:56,800 everyone is waiting for you to uphold justice. 479 00:33:56,830 --> 00:33:58,790 If you marry a human at this time, 480 00:33:58,920 --> 00:34:00,830 it will likely cause unease among all clans. 481 00:34:00,830 --> 00:34:02,150 Yes, Dragon Lord. 482 00:34:03,400 --> 00:34:05,270 If the Dragon Lord doesn't marry Hong Ye, 483 00:34:05,270 --> 00:34:08,000 will everyone stop seeking the Yuli Spring? 484 00:34:09,000 --> 00:34:09,670 Long Yu! 485 00:34:10,150 --> 00:34:12,010 Since becoming the Azure Dragon, 486 00:34:12,150 --> 00:34:14,440 our Lord has settled disputes and protected the weak, 487 00:34:14,440 --> 00:34:15,400 never indulging in luxury, 488 00:34:15,400 --> 00:34:17,320 and never acting arrogantly toward anyone. 489 00:34:17,320 --> 00:34:18,230 From great demons down to the flowers and grass, 490 00:34:19,190 --> 00:34:20,989 she treats all with utmost care. 491 00:34:21,000 --> 00:34:22,960 Just for Long Zhi's tribulation, 492 00:34:23,110 --> 00:34:24,770 she put in tremendous effort. 493 00:34:25,070 --> 00:34:26,030 In my opinion, 494 00:34:26,590 --> 00:34:29,400 the Dragon Lord has never done anything harmful to demons, 495 00:34:29,400 --> 00:34:31,199 so we should trust her decision. 496 00:34:31,440 --> 00:34:33,630 Secondly, speaking of status, 497 00:34:33,800 --> 00:34:35,440 no one ranks higher than the Azure Dragon. 498 00:34:35,440 --> 00:34:37,880 You surely don't intend to use status to restrict the Dragon Lord 499 00:34:37,880 --> 00:34:39,230 and condemn her to lifelong solitude, right? 500 00:34:39,230 --> 00:34:39,630 Well... I... 501 00:34:42,000 --> 00:34:43,139 Marriage matters 502 00:34:43,230 --> 00:34:45,230 are ultimately the Dragon Lord's personal affair. 503 00:34:45,230 --> 00:34:46,510 Even if Hong Ye is unworthy, 504 00:34:46,510 --> 00:34:48,320 it's only a matter of a hundred years, 505 00:34:48,320 --> 00:34:49,960 which has almost no impact for demons 506 00:34:49,960 --> 00:34:51,270 and the Dragon Lord. 507 00:34:51,630 --> 00:34:54,190 If she can't even make a hundred-year decision for herself, 508 00:34:54,190 --> 00:34:55,320 then that's no fun. 509 00:34:55,710 --> 00:34:56,320 In the future, 510 00:34:56,320 --> 00:34:58,650 who would want to become the Azure Dragon? 511 00:35:08,760 --> 00:35:10,160 Rest assured, everyone. 512 00:35:10,260 --> 00:35:13,060 I haven't forgotten my duties as the Azure Dragon. 513 00:35:13,190 --> 00:35:14,510 I, Xiao Yao, promise 514 00:35:15,150 --> 00:35:16,280 that before the wedding, 515 00:35:16,280 --> 00:35:19,210 I will resolve all issues affecting the demon clans. 516 00:35:19,320 --> 00:35:20,150 -Yes! -Yes! 517 00:35:51,150 --> 00:35:51,710 Yao, 518 00:35:51,840 --> 00:35:53,500 you've finally come to see me. 519 00:35:55,280 --> 00:35:56,480 Drinking alone? 520 00:35:57,760 --> 00:36:00,110 It's not as good as what I gave you before. 521 00:36:00,640 --> 00:36:01,700 If you hadn't come, 522 00:36:01,710 --> 00:36:04,570 I wouldn't have brought out those good wines at all. 523 00:36:06,030 --> 00:36:07,090 I've come to see you 524 00:36:07,320 --> 00:36:09,050 to borrow the Mist Pearl again. 525 00:36:14,910 --> 00:36:17,180 You lost Hong Ye again? 526 00:36:18,360 --> 00:36:20,280 This is a sacred treasure of your entire clan, 527 00:36:20,280 --> 00:36:22,280 yet you carry it around so casually. 528 00:36:22,960 --> 00:36:24,090 If I carry it with me, 529 00:36:24,150 --> 00:36:25,440 then it's my responsibility. 530 00:36:25,440 --> 00:36:26,960 If I didn't keep it with me, 531 00:36:27,730 --> 00:36:29,630 then it would be the entire clan's responsibility. 532 00:36:29,630 --> 00:36:31,580 I don't even consider it a treasure, 533 00:36:31,580 --> 00:36:33,840 so being casual about it doesn't matter. 534 00:36:34,340 --> 00:36:34,840 Wait. 535 00:36:35,510 --> 00:36:36,910 Let me stand further away 536 00:36:36,960 --> 00:36:37,960 before you start. 537 00:36:38,360 --> 00:36:40,360 I don't want to see Hong Ye's face. 538 00:36:41,440 --> 00:36:42,770 I'm not here to find him. 539 00:36:43,400 --> 00:36:45,590 The Ao Hen Clan has gained notoriety lately, 540 00:36:45,590 --> 00:36:48,290 but I've searched everywhere and couldn't find him. 541 00:36:48,290 --> 00:36:49,370 I want to see 542 00:36:49,400 --> 00:36:50,880 if he's hiding because he truly fears 543 00:36:50,880 --> 00:36:51,940 that I'll kill him. 544 00:36:52,670 --> 00:36:54,330 If he really did those things, 545 00:36:54,510 --> 00:36:56,370 he should know hiding is useless. 546 00:37:08,610 --> 00:37:09,570 I, Ao Hen, 547 00:37:10,000 --> 00:37:11,800 never care about my reputation. 548 00:37:13,840 --> 00:37:15,760 But when I heard that several major clans 549 00:37:15,760 --> 00:37:17,970 went to the Dragon Lord to address the situation, 550 00:37:17,970 --> 00:37:19,630 I was actually quite pleased. 551 00:37:20,210 --> 00:37:22,170 Clearing the undeserved infamy 552 00:37:22,200 --> 00:37:23,280 of the Ao Hen Clan 553 00:37:23,510 --> 00:37:24,840 wouldn't be a bad thing. 554 00:37:25,590 --> 00:37:26,720 But I never expected 555 00:37:27,320 --> 00:37:29,960 that even the Dragon Lord who protects all beings 556 00:37:29,960 --> 00:37:31,490 would believe such rumors. 557 00:37:32,110 --> 00:37:33,870 If it weren't for finding out the truth, 558 00:37:33,870 --> 00:37:36,200 I wouldn't be the only one looking for you. 559 00:37:38,990 --> 00:37:40,550 If I say I didn't do it, 560 00:37:41,710 --> 00:37:42,910 would you believe me? 561 00:37:43,670 --> 00:37:45,150 Then at least tell me 562 00:37:45,170 --> 00:37:46,840 where you were during those days, 563 00:37:46,840 --> 00:37:47,840 what you did, 564 00:37:48,070 --> 00:37:49,270 and who can verify it. 565 00:37:51,880 --> 00:37:53,080 I have nothing to say. 566 00:37:54,550 --> 00:37:56,070 Various clans have lost their pearls 567 00:37:56,070 --> 00:37:57,630 and countless lives have been lost. 568 00:37:57,630 --> 00:38:00,090 The demon world has never been in such chaos. 569 00:38:00,150 --> 00:38:01,440 If you truly didn't do it, 570 00:38:01,440 --> 00:38:03,190 you should join everyone 571 00:38:03,190 --> 00:38:05,390 to work together and uncover the truth. 572 00:38:08,360 --> 00:38:10,750 The Ao Hen Clan wasn't attacked. 573 00:38:10,920 --> 00:38:12,780 Our Universe Pearl is untouched. 574 00:38:13,280 --> 00:38:14,860 Why should I care about other clans? 575 00:38:14,860 --> 00:38:15,780 My affairs 576 00:38:16,280 --> 00:38:18,070 are none of your business. 577 00:38:18,070 --> 00:38:19,590 If you refuse to cooperate, 578 00:38:19,590 --> 00:38:21,280 then I'll have to take you back to the Dragon Palace 579 00:38:21,280 --> 00:38:22,340 to deal with later. 580 00:38:25,480 --> 00:38:25,960 Wait! 581 00:38:26,710 --> 00:38:28,250 I can vouch for him. 582 00:38:28,550 --> 00:38:30,510 This really wasn't Ao Hen's doing. 583 00:38:30,800 --> 00:38:31,320 Shut up! 584 00:38:32,400 --> 00:38:33,070 At a time like this, 585 00:38:33,070 --> 00:38:35,150 you're still worried about your pride? 586 00:38:35,150 --> 00:38:35,760 Yao, 587 00:38:35,840 --> 00:38:37,800 since you took Hong Ye away from Mount Yangxu, 588 00:38:37,800 --> 00:38:38,960 he's been here every day, 589 00:38:38,960 --> 00:38:40,550 feeling both ashamed and sorrowful. 590 00:38:40,550 --> 00:38:41,190 He's been taking me 591 00:38:41,190 --> 00:38:42,960 to drink heavily in this forest. 592 00:38:42,960 --> 00:38:43,920 Teng She, stop talking! 593 00:38:43,920 --> 00:38:46,000 He had no time to steal pearls! 594 00:38:56,110 --> 00:38:57,070 Xiao Yao and I 595 00:38:58,630 --> 00:39:00,290 went from enemies to friends. 596 00:39:00,920 --> 00:39:02,670 Now, because of a human, 597 00:39:03,360 --> 00:39:04,510 she hates me. 598 00:39:05,050 --> 00:39:07,510 What's so special about that Hong Ye anyway? 599 00:39:08,110 --> 00:39:09,480 Has the world changed? 600 00:39:09,900 --> 00:39:12,570 Isn't might supposed to make right? 601 00:39:12,960 --> 00:39:13,760 Right? 602 00:39:17,110 --> 00:39:18,240 I don't understand. 603 00:39:19,710 --> 00:39:20,760 I regret it too. 604 00:39:21,230 --> 00:39:21,840 Tell me, 605 00:39:23,360 --> 00:39:25,160 should I go apologize to Xiao Yao 606 00:39:25,480 --> 00:39:27,080 and beg for her forgiveness? 607 00:39:27,320 --> 00:39:28,320 Say something! 608 00:39:29,800 --> 00:39:30,400 Yes! No. 609 00:39:31,190 --> 00:39:31,920 I shouldn't. 610 00:39:31,950 --> 00:39:34,080 I, Ao Hen, am full of pride and dignity. 611 00:39:34,110 --> 00:39:34,920 I'm harsh to others 612 00:39:34,920 --> 00:39:36,070 and even harsher to myself. 613 00:39:36,070 --> 00:39:37,590 Even when facing death... 614 00:39:39,230 --> 00:39:40,960 I will never lose my composure. 615 00:39:42,920 --> 00:39:43,780 Yes... 616 00:39:44,360 --> 00:39:45,360 Serves you right. 617 00:39:51,110 --> 00:39:52,760 I, Ao Hen, swear to heaven. 618 00:39:53,320 --> 00:39:54,320 From now on, 619 00:39:56,070 --> 00:39:57,840 if I ever wrong Xiao Yao... 620 00:40:03,320 --> 00:40:05,920 May I be struck by lightning. 621 00:40:12,280 --> 00:40:13,840 When he made that vow, 622 00:40:14,030 --> 00:40:15,030 the sky was clear, 623 00:40:15,190 --> 00:40:16,590 with no lightning in sight. 624 00:40:16,590 --> 00:40:17,480 It proves that 625 00:40:18,000 --> 00:40:19,030 he was sincere. 626 00:40:20,280 --> 00:40:21,610 I believe what you said. 627 00:40:22,480 --> 00:40:23,360 But this way, 628 00:40:24,110 --> 00:40:25,440 things are even worse. 629 00:40:26,510 --> 00:40:27,150 See, 630 00:40:27,360 --> 00:40:28,690 Yao still believes you. 631 00:40:29,440 --> 00:40:30,500 She may believe me, 632 00:40:32,280 --> 00:40:33,940 but I've lost all dignity now. 633 00:40:36,190 --> 00:40:37,150 Then let's 634 00:40:37,400 --> 00:40:38,230 find out the truth together.