Continuing their journey in Huang Shan, in hopes to find the God of Ice. With their new member on their side.
"From what I know, the God of Ice, Feng Shen is a very cold person. He had a sad history with his mom. His only kin, died in an unfortunate way. He has this long looking earring on one side of his ear. It is the last birthday gift by his late mother. Since the tragedy, he hates speaking and prefers to be alone." Yue Han said.
"I understand. I lost my family since I was young too. Is he doing okay now" Xiao Qing asked.
"Yes, and he has been training sword fighting skills everyday" Yue Han said.
Yue Han changed the topic and asked about Hu Xian's life back in Huang Tian Heavenly Capital.
"I was originally sent to the mortal for thousands of years by my mom for eating the souls of immortal girls after dating them. To be honest, it was their request…
They wanted to end their life but was afraid of the methods to end themselves.
Seeing them being tired of life as they faced financial difficulties, loneliness and stress from their harsh families.
I can't stand to do nothing and eventually, I granted their wish.
Even though everyone thought I was a cruel player.
But, deep inside I knew that they are happier now.
At least, they don't have to face the stress that they are going through anymore.
It is okay if others don't know my true intentions here, but myself knows it and that's enough.
I am happy with this way." Hu Xian said.
Wow, I am proud of you for doing that. That was brave of you, doing what you know is best," Yue Han replied. Xiao Qing nodded her head in agreement.
They decided to stop awhile to take a break. Hu Xian walk off to collect water for the team.
He chanced upon a pendant looking item on the grass. He picked it up, only to be hit with ice by a man wearing pastel blue clothing.
Hu Xian stood up and stared into the distance.
A charming looking man with light purple hair and sparkling blue diamond eyes stared intensely at Hu Xian and spoke.
"You're a Nine Tailed Fox, aren't you?" The man said in a hostile way.
"And you're the God of Ice, Feng Shen. Aren't you?" Hu Xian said.
"Yes, I am Indeed. The God of Ice." Feng Shen replied.
He used his ice power and hit it towards Hu Xian's hand where he is holding Feng Shen's pendant.
"I can pass it to you! No need to be so forceful! It must be very important to you." Hu Xian said.
"Sorry, I am not close to you. Cannot be polite yet!" Feng Shen replied.
Somehow, the God of Ice also knew what Hu Xian and Xiao Qing's purpose in Huang Shan is. Just like the God of Water, Yue Han.
Yue Han volunteered to leave the surreal landscape with the trio if they can grant him a wish.
"My wish is to obtain yellow crystals from Huang Shan's cave to add to my pendant. I will join you all if you take up my request. Just a warning, taking the yellow crystals will not be an easy task. There are many deadly traps inside the cave," Feng Shen said.
"If you succeed, I will join all of you," Feng Shen continued.
"I accept your request!" Hu Xian said with confidence.
"But, you are not allowed to use your fox powers for help," Feng Shen added.
This is a test of perseverance and strength for Hu Xian, who is willing to risk his life in exchange for a request.
Without using his fox special abilities, he sustained many scars and scratches throughout his body while making his way to achieve the yellow crystals hidden in the innermost part of the cave.
Without giving up, Hu Xian bore the pain of the fast, sharp flying knives and arrows due to having poor defence moves.
His ultimate goal is to gain the approval of the God of Ice, and he is willing to assist Xiao Qing to achieve that.
After enduring all the challenges,
Hu Xian completed the request of obtaining the yellow crystals without complaining, successfully gaining the approval of the God of Ice.
Feng Shen thanked Hu Xian by giving a pat on his shoulder and spoke, "Good job." Hu Xian acknowledged with a gentle smile.
"The yellow crystals are highly protected, as they can enhance one's sword fighting skills when used to adorn the weapon." Feng Shen added.
Xiao Qing stared at both entities in glee.
The quartet proceeded and made their way to Xuan Pu, the land of geysers and volcanoes, in search for the God of Fire.