kingnovel Chapter 453: Without a soul, even immortality is just an empty shell
Chapter 453: Without a soul, even immortality is just an empty shell
The crescent moon hanging above Liyue was shrouded in dark clouds.
At this moment, the silence in Guiliyuan was a little depressing.
"I have restrained all the power of Tai Chi and only release elemental power at a moment's notice. I don't believe you won't take the bait." Han Yu, who seemed to be sleeping, tilted his mouth and waited for his prey.
However, the black shadow also regarded Han Yu as prey.
Judging from the outline of the shadow, the elemental power emitted by Han Yu is not abundant, but he can gather seven kinds of elemental power, which must be a great tonic.
This black shadow is actually the follower of the Evil Knight Surtrloch in the Silkok Legend quest, and is also an old friend.
His name is Skefnug, and he is also a Kanriya who has been affected by the curse of undeath.
Before leaving Teyvat to travel, Surtr'loki left a gift for his friend.
...
About a hundred years ago.
"Although we have tried our best to prevent your death, if you fall into [immortality], it will be another kind of pain."
The person who spoke was wearing black armor. In his hand, he held a giant sword condensed from the power of the abyss. On his chest was a miniature dark star, which was sucked inward like a black hole.
"Forget it. Surtloch, immortality is good for me too. Infinite life means I can keep getting stronger. Maybe... maybe." The man looked at his old friend, and it would be a lie to say he wasn't envious.
Because at this time, Surtloch had divided a large amount of the power of the abyss from Kong's body, and could be considered a truly powerful person. After all, who can resist a powerful force?
"When you return to Teyvat, I hope we can still fight like we did in the past."
The man was none other than Skfenug, his eyes determined.
Because in my opinion, infinite life means infinite possibilities. Even if I am weaker than my opponent now, as long as I have enough time and keep training myself...
"Haha, you're really optimistic, Nug, but..." Surtloch's tone changed, "Have you thought it through? I don't know how long it will take me to come back. Your body...or should I say, your soul, can't take it."
Nug's body is cursed with immortality and will naturally not age or die, but the soul of an ordinary person cannot resist the wear and tear brought by time.
For example, you gain eternal life, but as time goes by, you will find that your spirit is insufficient.
To put it bluntly, after a few hundred years, your body will still be eighteen years old, but your soul will not be immortal. It will be constantly washed away by the long river of time until...
Hmm... Alzheimer's.
"We have to try. People... have to earn their own lives, right?" Nug looked at Surtloch with a firm look in his eyes.
The latter was slightly stunned and said, "Well said."
Surtloch praised his friend and then said, "If one day you have had enough of the pain of eternal life, then go find my apprentice and have a good fight with her."
...
Han Yu's mental power began to fluctuate, and a memory and a figure appeared in front of him.
The man threw out a black and purple broken blade, which pierced through his chest, but he did not feel the pain he had imagined.
He just felt that something was missing from his body, and the scene in front of him only appeared for a moment before it shattered, because Han Yu's mental power was too strong.
I have to thank Sitrali for this. Without the meditation she taught me, my mental strength would not have grown so strong.
According to the plot, when the traveler was deprived of his soul power, he had a very long dream. However, facing Han Yu, whose mental power exceeded his own, the field released by Nug did not have much impact on him.
At this time, Nug's soul had been worn out by the long river of time and fell into endless madness, with only the devouring instinct left.
Standing up, Han Yu returned to Mondstadt before dawn without disturbing anyone.
"Han Yu——"
In her sleep, Funina stood on tiptoe and brought her little mouth close to him, and Hanyu followed suit and kissed her!
Then I discovered...
Fu Fu suddenly pinched her face with her hands, and Han Yu shuddered and woke up instantly.
"Don't you see what time it is? It's time to get up!"
"Yeah, brother Yu, breakfast time is almost over."
"Idiot, Hanyu."
You guys...
"Oh, why do you have dark circles under your eyes?" Fu Fu then put her delicate face close to Han Yu's face.
"Maybe it's because I have too many worries."
Han Yu yawned, "What time is it?"
"It's almost ten o'clock in the morning~" Fu Fu was holding an alarm clock, which was given to her by Fu Carlos, so she had to carry it with her wherever she went.
"It's a rare trip to Mondstadt, shall we go out for a walk?"
Before Han Yu nodded in agreement, Fu Nina pulled herself up and ran downstairs...
"Hey! I haven't washed up yet!"
It's so lively this morning, these three are really energetic...
Han Jingjing in her fantasy: "The world has forgotten me... woooooo~"
"I'm afraid that you gentlemen may not be used to the food, so I specially prepared local delicacies from Liyue, Fontaine, and Zhidong." Seeing his Lord Fuguo coming downstairs, Rogerf hurried to greet him.
"Roger, if you have this much time, you might as well think about how to improve diplomacy with Mond." Han Yu rubbed his eyes.
Roger's heart skipped a beat!
Oh no! Does Lord Fuguo prefer something simpler?
"However, I accept your kindness, and I have a little more." Han Yu took the cup of coffee handed to him.
Before Han Yu could say anything, Lei Ying stepped forward to remind him, "When you come to Mondstadt, you must experience the local cuisine and customs."
Roger suddenly realized, how come he hadn't discovered such a simple truth!
"Thank you, Master Lei Ying, for reminding me. I will keep it in mind."
The sun is shining brightly in Mondstadt today, and the air is filled with the fragrance of Cecilia flowers, mixed with the unique scent of windmill daisies.
"Today's recommended dish is grilled steak~"
Sarah is busy at the Deer Hunter Restaurant. As the Windflower Festival is approaching, there are obviously more foreign tourists coming and going every day, so business is naturally good.
The Deer Hunter Restaurant is considered to be Mond's iconic restaurant, where you can taste the most Mond-style food.
If this were on Blue Star, it would be an internet-famous restaurant. It's a must-visit spot when you come to Mondstadt.
"Hello, what would you like to order..."
"Four portions of medium-rare venison steak and two portions of satisfying salad, thank you." Han Yu didn't even look at the menu and directly ordered the restaurant's signature dish.
Sarah was stunned. She had never seen this before... "This Liyue person is so handsome."
No, no.
"Sarah, what are you thinking about?"
"Excuse me, ma'am, is there something on my face?" Han Yu joked.
"I'm so sorry, sir. Just to confirm, it's four medium-rare venison steaks and two satisfying salads, right?"
Han Yu smiled slightly and nodded.
"Okay. If you don't mind, please take a seat here. Um... it seems like it's pretty full." Sala was a little troubled. The business was getting more and more prosperous recently.
"If you don't mind, you can share the table with us..."