Chapter 01: The White-Clad Crossing the Sea, the Sorrowful Return to the Eastern Huashen Hero.
In this case, this wind and rain deity, known for their heroic spirit, is even more so the recipient of countless affections, particularly favored by Emperor Donghua, Dongfang Ming.
The young man in white who can delve into this place naturally possesses a powerful intellect that is difficult for ordinary people to attain
However, as soon as this method was conceived, before I had the chance to feel happy about it, I was already startled into a cold sweat by my own worries!
The wind and rain are startlingly beautiful, adorned in white garments. Regardless of character, appearance, or martial skills and talents, he is universally recognized as the most outstanding among all the Bright Divine Heroes throughout history
The wind dances with the snow, and ice and snow swirl around, yet the young man in white remains unmoved, his full attention focused intently.
Certainly, it is evident that this young man in white possesses immense magical power
It is unknown whether this persistence has touched some mysterious force in the unseen, but suddenly, the roaring giant waves all calmed down, and the raging sea became unexpectedly tranquil, revealing a peculiar sea area right in front of the bow of the young man in white.
In his eyes, Donghuazhou is the southeastern gateway to the Shenzhou continent; to invade the Shenzhou continent, one must first take Donghuazhou
The deep ocean seemed to pause for a moment at this instant before once again unleashing towering waves.
Yuchou can be considered an old master of the Divine Guardian.
Thus, on that day, when he discovered that the God of Light, the Hero of Wind and Rain, had unexpectedly gone missing, it felt as if the entire world had collapsed in an instant
They possess extraordinary strength by nature, have peculiar appearances, unusual skin colors, and some even have two horns on their heads and pointed ears. They resemble demons, yet their overall physique is strikingly similar to that of humans
The joyful demeanor with which she eagerly accepted the invitation seems to fulfill a long-held wish.
Now, his performance is extremely persistent and obstinate, as he and the boat head straight for the most perilous waves, as if he will not rest until he drowns here today
He is as handsome as a beautiful jade, as graceful as the morning breeze, with a spirit like the sun and moon, and eyes resembling the stars. The impression he gives is akin to the delicate flowers leaning against the jade tree, with the bright sun parting the light clouds. It can be said that every moment of his gestures and movements seems to embody the most elegant and captivating postures in the world—this is a posture that can evoke 'love' in a woman with just a single glance.
Although there are no witnesses at this moment, such a remarkable event has nonetheless left an enigmatic mystery in this silent world.
The demon race itself is divided into various types, with hundreds of different appearances, due to the inherent spiritual power and ancient heritage.
He suddenly laughed heartily towards the sky, and then, without hesitation and without a moment's reluctance, he rushed into the chaotic abyss of evil, laughing wildly, soon merging with them...
Gradually, in his field of vision, the murky seawater seemed to have completely vanished, and the phantoms dancing chaotically beneath the surface of the sea were laid bare before his eyes
As the name suggests, when Ao Pai Ting set forth grand and ambitious goals, Ying Tuo Nuo, with a thunderous roar, commenced its invasion of Donghua Continent in accordance with the meticulously devised and peculiar strategy outlined by Fa Xi Na
The underwater ruins are terrifyingly tranquil, yet they seem to silently scream and howl in madness.
If this origin is true, it can be seen that the starting point of the demon race is much higher than that of the human and demon races
Not only was there none, but on the contrary, his reaction was quite strange
The external waves roar to the heavens, yet one remains as still as a mountain; this movement and stillness approach the ultimate state
Do not underestimate a mere Donghuazhou; his ambition is, in fact, to conquer the entire world
Each Bright Divine Hero of the Donghua Kingdom is discovered through the collective efforts of the nation from Donghua Continent; once selected, they are invariably individuals of exceptional martial prowess, literary talent, character, and appearance
The elegant and extraordinary young man in white held his breath at this moment, staring intently with immense tension
He did not fail to send a wide array of personnel to search, but to no avail; nor can this be delayed indefinitely, for as the symbol of the people's heart in Donghuazhou, the Bright Divine Hero must make appearances from time to time. Even if he does not resolve disputes, he must still accept the admiration of the masses.
Like many official positions in the Eastern Hua Dynasty, his family held the hereditary title of Chief Guardian of the Divine Knights
In contrast to the surrounding azure sea, this body of water exhibits a murky hue
It turns out that there is a vast continent in the sea, a thousand miles southeast of the land of Huaxia, known as Donghua Continent
In a moment of urgency, he indeed came up with a temporary solution to get by
The demon race is a very special ethnicity in this world
Although his complexion is somewhat pale, his features are still very handsome, yet he always gives off a gloomy and melancholic impression
As the most powerful force in Donghua Continent, Donghua Kingdom undoubtedly became the leader of the Resistance Alliance in Donghua Continent
In order to achieve this goal, the Cold Abyss Demon Emperor Ao Pai Ting first set a "small goal": to seize Donghua Continent
In fact, the Cold Abyss Demon Kingdom has never ceased its invasions of the resource-rich neighboring East Huazhou for generations. However, ten years ago, after the Demon Emperor Ao Pai Ting established the grand vision of "Universal Martial Supremacy," he began to dispatch the most powerful demon marshal, "Ying Tuo Nuo," along with the most cunning female demon general, Fa Xi Na, to launch a highly intense offensive against East Huazhou.
Donghuazhou is a large island in the sea, covering an area of over 100,000 miles. It is rich in resources, blessed with talented individuals and a favorable environment, and is home to the Donghua Kingdom established by the human race
The Eastern Emperor's authority is divinely ordained, thus it is for life; however, the lifetime tenure of the Bright Divine Hero is due to the chaotic times, necessitating the punishment of evil and the elimination of wrongdoing. They are often in perilous situations, facing extreme risks and high mortality rates, making it unnecessary to impose term limits, lest it harm relationships.
- "Legend of the Burning Soul"
It must be said that the common people are quite taken with this approach. Compared to their trust in the authorities, they place greater faith in individuals who are chivalrous and wise.
At this moment, the surrounding temperature suddenly dropped, as if one had instantly entered the depths of winter, and pure white snowflakes even began to drift over the surface of the sea
The young man in white, who plunges into the raging sea, is extraordinarily graceful and exudes an air of righteousness. Yet, how could he possess such a yearning for the malevolent abyss of the ocean
Observing his expression, if the waves around him calm slightly, he furrows his brows, appearing quite displeased; however, once the surrounding waves rise like mountains, roaring like thunder, and the scene becomes as eerie as the depths of hell, he instead shows signs of joy, urging the small boat to rush towards the most ferocious part of the giant waves
With such a family ethos, influenced by the environment, the deep and melancholic sorrow leads one to feel that the only meaning of existence in life is to manage the divine hero's guard well
Despite his abilities, he was still trembling all over, his expression one of agony, desperately fighting against terrifying hallucinations; at this moment, if an ordinary person were to see the appearance of these abyssal ruins, it would not be an exaggeration to say that they would immediately go mad and die
Clumsy, ugly, ferocious, bizarre, and all the terrifying beings that are faintly visible in the line of sight are filled with a negative aura
Aopaiting, meaning 'brilliant and resplendent' in the language of the demon race; Yingtanuo, meaning 'thunderous roar' in the language of the demon race; Faxina, meaning 'bewitchment, casting of spells' in the language of the demon race
However, when he discovered that even with the highest level of special spells, he could not establish contact with the God of Light, he truly became anxious
The corrupt and perilous atmosphere permeates everywhere
It is precisely because the selection criteria are stringent and it is a focal point of public attention that once the Radiant Divine Hero is chosen, they become a symbol of the entire Donghua Kingdom, receiving admiration and protection from the whole realm
From this perspective, this gentleman is either a madman or a fool
In the face of the ferocious invasion by the demon army, the Eastern Hua Kingdom has suffered tremendous damage
The shapes, lines, combinations, and sequences of the ruins, which should be the most ordinary architectural forms, exude a strong aura of malevolence, to the extent that it can leave one breathless.
Originally, Donghuazhou was prosperous and peaceful, but unexpectedly, over a thousand miles to the east, there exists the cold abyss continent, where the demon clan established the "Cold Abyss Empire," with its capital in Cold Abyss City
The smile that appeared on his face was by no means a sign of madness, but rather emanated from the depths of his heart, and he laughed with increasing delight
For instance, the figure of Yu Chou Gui is quite slender; on someone else, it would be described as a tall and elegant tree in the wind. However, when paired with his melancholic and gloomy demeanor, it gives the impression that his entire being exudes a certain softness and fragility.
But he did not
Thus, after several generations, the "God of Light and Hero" has truly become a symbol of the kingdom, aptly described as "Donghua is the Hero, and the Hero is Donghua"
On this day, amidst the raging waves deep in the East China Sea, there was a young gentleman in white attire, gracefully standing on a small flat boat, navigating through the tumultuous waters as if walking on solid ground
At this moment, a slight gap appeared in the dark clouds overhead, as if the heavens were silently sneering...
The missing current divine hero is named "Feng Jingyu"
What accounts for such superiority
The Grand Chief of the Divine Heroic Guard, Yu Chougui, is not very old, appearing to be at most twenty-five or twenty-six years of age
For the military and civilians of Donghuazhou, it is quite unfortunate that their eastern neighbor, the Hanyuan Empire, not only excels in the use of ice and snow magic but is also the most powerful among the many kingdoms established by the demon race
Certainly, as the largest landmass in this world, the Divine Land is undoubtedly his most important target for invasion
The ruins submerged beneath the abyss are ancient, decayed, and desolate, mostly consisting of broken walls and remnants, covered with mysterious claw marks, resembling a totem interwoven with the sacred and the terrifying
Therefore, "dragging" is definitely not a good method
The Cold Abyss Demon Clan is inherently cruel and bloodthirsty, exhibiting extreme aggression. The current emperor of the Cold Abyss Empire, "Ao Pai Ting," is exceptionally ambitious.
Regardless, even if it is a mysterious ancient ruin, it is merely a collection of lifeless structures. Yet, who would have thought that such lifeless entities would exude an extraordinarily unusual aura
There is a saying that, unlike the human race being creations of the ancient gods and the demon race being descendants of divine birds and magical beasts, the demon race is directly descended from the ancient demon race.
The azure waves of the sea, under the gusts of the fierce wind, resemble countless ferocious beasts charging and roaring towards one, as if they could swallow both a person and a boat in an instant
The Eastern Emperor is regarded as the leader of the legendary male deities. Not only do the human tribes of the Eastern Hua Kingdom hold him in high esteem, but even the spirit tribes in the remote wilderness consider the Eastern Emperor to be the progenitor of this land, believing that his divine power has continuously protected this territory.
But at that moment, when he saw the phantoms and ruins reflected in the abyss, it was as if he had suddenly fallen into the most terrifying nightmare, and in an instant, he recalled the most painful events of his life
Under the onslaught of cold sweat all over his body, he also pondered over countermeasures
Unexpectedly, this widely revered and celebrated hero of light silently departed from Donghuazhou, taking a small boat and heading into the vast depths of the ocean
A mystery lingers here, while a momentous event is unfolding over there: the "God of Light and Hero" revered by the people of Donghua has gone missing
Like the Eastern Emperor, the Radiant Divine Hero also holds a lifelong position; although both are lifelong, the underlying principles are somewhat different
Yet, this "mad and foolish" young man in white possesses a rare charm and beauty that is seldom found in the world
Just like the name suggests, this Radiant Divine Hero is indeed seen as a ray of light in the hearts of many citizens of Donghua during the dark and chaotic times
Ultimately, their family motto became: "When the divine hero thrives, the old Yu family flourishes; when the divine hero perishes, the old Yu family perishes."
At this moment, the young man in white not only persevered but also, amidst a face full of pain, surprisingly revealed a hint of a smile, exerting all his strength to meet the eerie abyss with his gaze
Therefore, even though the various rules and regulations of the Divine Heroic Guard are quite sound, there is not a single one that informs Yu Chou Gui what to do in the event that the Radiant Divine Hero suddenly goes missing
Undoubtedly, those who can become the God of Light and the Hero are undoubtedly individuals of extraordinary talent and brilliance
Even in times of chaos, no matter how difficult and arduous the circumstances may be, as long as there exists the presence of a heroic figure who upholds justice and punishes evil, it provides a glimmer of hope for the suffering populace
With this development, the once relatively stable Donghuazhou began to fall into suffering
The affairs of the world are like ice, yet the heart and soul burn eternally
The name "Donghua" originates from the ancient deity "Donghua Dijun," who is also referred to as the great deity "Donghuang Taiyi" mentioned in the Chuci of Shenzhou.
At first, they regarded this merely as a secure job, but after several generations, the Yu family became inseparable from the Divine Hero Guard
Finally, at that mysterious ruin shrouded in enchanting shadows, when terrifying crimson blood suddenly surged from all directions, the young man in white was suddenly filled with ecstatic joy
At that time, the people of the Divine Hero Guard still believed that the Radiant Divine Hero was merely on an occasional outing; little did they expect that after waiting for several days, the Divine Hero had still not returned.
His appearance is already so perfect; if one must find a flaw, it would be that between the brows of this young man in white, there seems to linger a hint of melancholy.
Gradually, the buildings behind them also revealed their strange outlines
To date, under the implementation of the Bright Knight system, all the valiant Bright Knights have only met their end in heroic and tragic battles, and there has never been a case of them disappearing quietly without a trace
This sense of frustration does not seem to arise from a day-long worry, but rather resembles a kind of entangled stubbornness that naturally emerges between the brows after an excessively prolonged obsession
Moreover, it is not necessary to mention the general ceremonies; even during the ancestral temple offerings by the Eastern Emperor, the Bright God Knight is invited to pray together with the Eastern Emperor and the royal ancestral spirits. Furthermore, during the most grand Eastern Emperor Festival in the Eastern Kingdom, the Bright God Knight plays a role second only to that of the emperor in the ceremonial proceedings. Such treatment is indeed a great honor
If this young man were a normal person, he would be in a state of panic at this moment, quickly turning the boat around to escape to the nearest island.
However, even so, the commander of the Divine Hero Guard, known as "Yu Chou Gui," commonly referred to as the Grand Commander of the Divine Hero Guard, remained unhurried
The strange shadows, in a daze, seem as if countless mysterious sea monsters are drifting beneath the surface of the sea
In simple terms, the Radiant Divine Hero is a perfect genius who excels in both literature and martial arts
Under the dual pressures of internal and external difficulties, the Eastern Hua Dynasty established a special office named "Divine Hero Guard," which is directly subordinate to Emperor Dongfang Ming
The exquisite and unparalleled young gentleman, like a beautiful jade, stands in stark and bizarre contrast to the ugly and fierce remnants of the abyss.
The dark and bitter waves, soaring high, flew into the ominous clouds of the sky, as if merging into a sinister plot
The East China Sea, vast and boundless, as one ventures deeper, the winds and waves become fierce like a demonic abyss
However, under such precious and significant circumstances, recently, the Divine Hero of Donghua Kingdom has gone missing
In simple terms, the Divine Heroic Guard is essentially a stability maintenance department
Moreover, the demon race is not solely reliant on brute force; their intelligence is also exceptionally advanced
However, such a leader is not easy to be
In order to maintain stability, the Emperor of Donghua established the Divine Hero Guard, appointing its leader as the "Illuminated Divine Hero." Holding the national treasure, the "Donghua Divine Sword," they are tasked with addressing injustices in the world, using their chivalrous actions to stabilize the hearts of the people.
Due to years of warfare with the Cold Abyss Demon Kingdom, the Eastern Hua Kingdom has become impoverished, and the people's hearts are unstable
In a state of bewilderment, he even experienced hallucinations, seeing the deeply rooted aristocratic family of the Yu clan in Donghuazhou, which, solely because of him, turned to ashes and vanished in an instant
Their wisdom surpasses that of the demon race, and the civilization they have created even exceeds the level of most human kingdoms
The Eastern Hua Kingdom has its capital in Eastern Hua City, with the national surname being Dongfang. The current emperor is named "Dongfang Ming." From the rulers to the common people, the entire nation wears the attire and headgear of the Huaxia culture.