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The Decision to Depart
The sun hung low in the sky, casting its golden rays over the Yang Family compound. The air was heavy with tension as Yang Kai stood amidst his family and wives, preparing to depart for Abandoned Earth, a land filled with unknown dangers.
His original plan had been to leave them all behind. He wanted to protect his loved ones—Su Yan, Xia Ning Chang, Shen Qing Luo, and the Hu sisters—from the threats that lay ahead. But as he looked into their eyes, he realized their resolve was unwavering.
Su Yan (her voice steady but firm): "Wherever you go, Yang Kai, we'll follow."
Standing beside her, Xia Ning Chang, always gentle but with a quiet strength, nodded in agreement, her eyes shining with determination.
Xia Ning Chang (softly but resolutely): "We've always stood by your side, and we won't stop now."
Before Yang Kai could respond, the Hu sisters, Jiao'er and Mei'er, stepped forward, their faces set with the same resolve.
Hu Jiao'er (grinning with confidence): "You won't be rid of us that easily."
Hu Mei'er (playfully): "Wherever you go, we'll be there too."
Behind them, Shen Qing Luo and Bi Luo made their presence known, having left everything behind to follow him. Shen Qing Luo, ever graceful and composed, simply met his gaze, her silence speaking louder than words. Bi Luo, meanwhile, stood with her arms crossed, a determined glint in her eyes.
Bi Luo (huffing slightly): "You're not going without us. We've made our choice."
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A Farewell to His Family
Turning to his parents, Yang Kai saw the pride and concern in their faces. His father, Yang Ying Feng, nodded slowly, his voice calm but filled with emotion.
Yang Ying Feng (with a steady voice): "You've become strong, son. I trust you'll return stronger. But be cautious. The path ahead won't be easy."
His mother, Dong Su Zhu, couldn't hold back her emotions as she clutched his hand tightly, tears shining in her eyes.
Dong Su Zhu (voice trembling): "Take care of yourself... and of your wives. Come back safely."
Yang Kai smiled softly, pulling her into a warm embrace.
Yang Kai (gently): "I'll return, Mother. I promise."
As he stepped back, taking one last look at his family, his heart felt heavy but resolute. He knew that this journey was necessary. He had to grow stronger, for their sake, and for the challenges that lay ahead.
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The Journey to the Void Corridor
With their goodbyes said, Yang Kai, his wives, and his companions set off to meet Meng Wu Ya at the edge of the city. Meng Wu Ya stood waiting, his expression calm but serious as he gazed into the distance.
Meng Wu Ya (nodding slightly): "Are you all ready?"
Yang Kai gave a firm nod, and together, they ascended into the sky, leaving the Central Capital behind. Their destination: Abandoned Earth, a place known only in whispers and legends.
As they traveled through the skies, the wind whipping past them, Yang Kai couldn't shake the feeling of unease. His thoughts wandered to the unknown dangers they would soon face.
Yang Kai (glancing at Meng Wu Ya): "Tell me about this place. Abandoned Earth... what is it?"
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The Secrets of Abandoned Earth
Meng Wu Ya's expression darkened as he looked ahead, his eyes distant as though recalling long-buried memories.
Meng Wu Ya (his voice low and steady): "Abandoned Earth is a place where no life grows. Not even grass. It's an endless wasteland where dust and gravel swirl in the chaotic energy. You can barely see ten meters in front of you. Disaster can strike at any moment, and if you're not careful, it won't leave even your bones behind."
The air grew heavier as his words settled over the group. Even the normally playful Hu sisters seemed to grow quiet as they listened to his description.
Meng Wu Ya (continuing): "This place wasn't always like this. Over two hundred years ago, the land where Abandoned Earth now stands was vibrant, with trees, flowers, and human activity. But that all changed. A forbidden technique was used, warping the energy in the region. Now, the flow of energy is chaotic, and it's easy to become lost. Many powerful masters have ventured there... but most never return."
Yang Kai (frowning slightly): "And you... you were the one who created it?"
Meng Wu Ya sighed deeply, a hint of regret in his eyes.
Meng Wu Ya: "Yes. When I first arrived in this world from the Tong Xuan Continent, I used the Void Corridor located in Abandoned Earth. To protect the passage, I created a protective array. But over time, it fed on the surrounding World Energy and became something beyond my control. It grew, warping the land and turning it into the desolate place it is now."
There was a brief silence as Yang Kai absorbed this new information. Abandoned Earth was not just a dangerous place—it was a creation of power far beyond what he had expected.
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Approaching the Void Corridor
After several hours of travel, Meng Wu Ya slowed his pace, his gaze fixed on a point in the distance. The air around them began to distort slightly, a faint shimmer signaling the presence of something unnatural.
Meng Wu Ya (calmly): "We're close. The Void Corridor... it's just ahead."
Yang Kai squinted, trying to make out the faint distortion in the air. It was the very same passage that Meng Wu Ya had used over two hundred years ago—a gateway to the unknown.
Yang Kai (softly to himself): "So this is where it all began..."
The chapter ends with Yang Kai and his companions approaching the Void Corridor, the gateway to the dangers and mysteries of Abandoned Earth, where their true journey would begin.
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