Desert ruins.
Ling Shu and the Heterodox Nascent Soul transformed into two streaks of light as they descended.
Along the way, Ling Shu hesitated several times as if she wanted to ask about the Sacred Fire Sect.
Also, Fang Xi's appearance had changed completely, even the magic power fluctuations had reverted to the mid-Nascent Soul stage. Was this a deliberate disguise, or had he encountered a strong enemy that caused his Nascent Soul to leave his body and possess another's, substantially damaging his primordial energy, leading to a fall in his realm?
She entered the underground with Fang Xi and saw an ancient teleportation array that was nearly half-completed.
Another 'Fang Xi' was placing the last Array Disk, branded with various intricate patterns.
"Ling Shu... you really have successfully condensed your Nascent Soul."
Fang Xi turned around and smiled.
"Island Master..."