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Chapter 2 - Blue Moon Case - 2

On a radiant day, stirred by the distant sounds from outside, I ventured out to discover the reason. Curiosity led me to the bustling streets, echoing with whispers of the imminent arrival of the 9th Prince in Xinjiang Province. Eager to catch a glimpse, I joined the throng, hoping to lay eyes on this revered figure.

Amidst the crowd, a towering figure emerged—a man of remarkable stature, donning a striking ensemble with a coat draped over a black shirt, pants outlined in red, and sporting white hair and eyes. His appearance was an anomaly in our provincial setting.

Shortly thereafter, another individual, dressed in white and black attire with vibrant red hair and captivating eyes, exuded an otherworldly charm, a striking contrast to the provincial norm. This captivating figure approached me, extending an offer that left me in a quandary—inviting me to accompany them.

Remembering my mother's stern warnings about strangers and the possibility of kidnapping, I hesitated. Xu, rubbing his hand nervously, echoed my concerns, sharing his mother's cautionary words. Butler Ju interjected with a lighthearted chuckle, inquiring about Xu's mother. Xu, with a somber gaze, revealed her perpetual slumber, casting a shadow over his eyes.

The atmosphere shifted as Butler Ju, transitioning from amusement to empathy, assured Xu that they sought not to abduct but to offer him a role as a palace trainer, aiming to infuse the palace with cheer.

In the midst of this interaction, Tang Xiu arrived, inquiring about the readiness of the children. Butler Ju, striving to finalize the preparations, indicated that Xu was ready. Suddenly, another child approached Tang Xiu, wearing a mask of sadness.

Tang Xiu, sensing their distress, extended a compassionate hand, inviting them to share their names. Moved by their plight, Tang Xiu ushered them to the Xinjiang Palace, a beacon of hope amidst the swirling currents of uncertainty.

Under the cover of the Blue Moon festival's nocturnal veil, Xu and his companions reveled in their playful escapades. Amidst their laughter and jubilation, an unsettling encounter loomed.

Lost in the festivities, Xu strayed into an alley, catching the murmurs of ominous voices plotting the abduction of an individual with a fragile physique—his heart raced, sensing imminent danger. Locking eyes with the strangers, an unspoken tension hung heavy in the air.

Despite Xu's relatively modest energy levels within the confines of the Minor God Realm, an inexplicable sense of urgency drove him to flee, evading their grasp and escaping the shadowed alley.

Resolute in his duty, Xu hastened back to the palace, his heart pounding with urgency to alert Butler Ju of the looming threat. As he navigated the path homeward, a chilling sight unfolded—individuals forcibly seizing Tang Xiu, the 9th Prince. Their eyes met in a moment fraught with dread and realization.

Caught in this harrowing turn of events, the kidnappers made a swift decision—to abduct both Xu and Tang Xiu. The fateful convergence of their paths cast them into a perilous night, entangled in a scheme that threatened to unravel their safety and plunge them into an unknown abyss of danger.

In the shroud of darkness, Tang Xiu awakened to find himself confined in a grim cage, his limbs bound tightly with ropes. Desperate attempts to break free proved futile, amplifying the gravity of his situation. A feeble voice pierced the silence, drawing Tang Xiu's attention to a fragile figure sharing the cage.

**Ming Wen**

- **Name:** Ming Wen

- **Age:** 32

- **Energy:** 73

- **Cultivation:** None

- **Occupation:** Farmer

- **Specialty:** Nothing

Struggling to comprehend their predicament, Tang Xiu sought answers from Ming, probing about their whereabouts, duration of captivity, and the purpose behind their entrapment. Ming's broken voice revealed a vague timeline—months for him, mere hours for Tang Xiu—hinting at a sinister sacrificial motive behind their abduction.

Frustration and confusion gripped Tang Xiu as he pondered the reason behind his unfortunate plight. Moments later, a commotion heralded the arrival of another prisoner—the fainted figure tossed carelessly into the cage.

**Di**

- **Name:** Di

- **Age:** 47

- **Energy:** 1800

- **Occupation:** Criminal

- **Specialty:** Kidnapping

Di's ominous presence underscored the gravity of their situation, exacerbating Tang Xiu's sense of helplessness. With a clang, Di secured the room and departed, leaving Tang Xiu to grapple with the troubling situation.

Surveying the unconscious figure's profile brought a surge of mixed emotions—a rush of fear and relief. It was Xu, lying still but alive within the confines of their captivity.

**Xu**

- **Name:** Xu

- **Age:** 7

- **Nationality:** None

- **Energy:** 520

- **Occupation:** None

- **Specialty:** None

- **Cultivation:** None

- **Essence:** God Of Life (Not Complete)

- **Condition:** Energy Surge Due to Proximity to God of Life Essence

Tang Xiu was baffled by the stark diversity in each person's profile, pondering the significance behind their distinct characteristics. As the weight of their predicament settled in, Tang Xiu grappled with the challenge of devising an escape plan in this perplexing labyrinth of captivity and uncertainty.

As Tang Xiu grappled with the confinement of the cage and the enigmatic mix of captives within, a sense of urgency gripped him—a pressing need to devise an escape plan. The ambiance grew thick with apprehension as the muted whispers of the imminent sacrifice lingered in the air.

In a chilling juxtaposition, elsewhere in the dimly lit chamber, the ominous ritual of sacrifice was set to unfold. A high-pitched hum emanated from ancient symbols etched on the chamber walls. Amidst the eerie incantations, Yao Be—a weathered figure adorned in ceremonial garb—oversaw the preparations, his eyes veiled with a solemn gravity.

Yao Be, a former soldier in his youth, held a clandestine devotion to the God of War. Driven by unyielding loyalty and a lifetime of servitude, he had embarked on this clandestine path, orchestrating the sacrificial ceremonies to appease the deity he revered.

As the ritual commenced, the chamber resonated with chants, amplifying the grim aura pervading the scene. Bound by ceremonial practices, Tang Xiu and his fellow captives were to be unwitting offerings to the insatiable divine hunger.

Desperate whispers echoed through the confinements of the cage as Tang Xiu sought a viable escape plan. Amidst the frenzy, a stirring awakening rippled through Xu, rousing him from his unconscious state. Frantic eyes met, urging an unspoken alliance amidst the chaos.

In a moment of serendipity, a glint of hope emerged—a subtle anomaly in their dire circumstances. Xu, resonating with the God of Life Essence nearby, began to stir with newfound vigor, a beacon of unexpected opportunity amidst the perilous situation.

The crescendo of the sacrificial ritual loomed, the chamber brimming with anticipation and foreboding. For Tang Xiu and his companions, time dwindled, beckoning them to navigate the looming danger and find a way to defy the looming fate orchestrated by Yao Be and the sacrificial rites—an endeavor fraught with peril yet laden with the potential for salvation.

**Chapter Title: In the Clutches of Fate**

As the tension mounted within the chamber, Tang Xiu and Xu orchestrated a desperate plan to evade their impending fate. Their whispered strategy, however, was cut short by the sudden, ominous arrival of Yao Be, his eyes ablaze with fervor and determination.

Driven by the solemn devotion to his deity, Yao Be's towering presence loomed over them, thwarting their escape plan before it could fully materialize. His commanding voice reverberated, quelling any hint of defiance as his eyes bore into their very souls.

With deft swiftness, Yao Be thwarted their efforts to flee, ensnaring them in an unyielding grasp that defied their attempts to break free. The grim reality of their captivity once again descended upon Tang Xiu and Xu, sealing their fate within the confines of this foreboding chamber.

In a stunning turn, Xu's energy surged uncontrollably, manifesting in a tempestuous display of power. Waves of energy surged through him, a turbulent force that threatened to engulf the chamber in its relentless fervor. Tang Xiu stood awestruck, witnessing this unexpected surge—a phenomenon that defied explanation, setting an unforeseen course of events into motion.

The chamber crackled with unforeseen energy, its tumultuous ambiance foretelling an imminent upheaval. Amidst the chaos, a confluence of inexplicable forces had been unleashed, leaving Tang Xiu and Xu ensnared in an unpredictable maelstrom of energy—a harbinger of uncertain consequences and untold possibilities.

As the volatile situation escalated, the looming figure of Yao Be remained unmoved, a witness to this unexpected turn of events. Within this precarious juncture, the destinies of all who stood witness to this enigmatic surge of energy hung in the balance, poised on the precipice of an unknown and tumultuous future.

Profile

Name: Xu

Age: Changing

Energy: 5200

God Essence: 4/24

Cultivation: None

Profile

Name: Yao be

Age: 438

Energy: 19426

God Essence: None

Cultivation: Dao Immortal Realm

Occupation: Soldier

Speciality: Fighting

Realm :-

Dao Mortal Realm

Dao Immortal Realm

Dao God Realm

Dao lesser God Realm

Dao lesser God Spiritual Realm

Dao lesser God emperor Realm