"This is the Vermilion Bird's undying will."
Yu Qingxuan said in shock.
"Maybe it can be reborn in another way." Long Chen hadn't expected the Vermilion Bird's will to be so formidable and preserved all this time.
"Long Chen, thank you so much. You're amazing—you even discovered such a treasure." Yu Qingxuan looked at Long Chen, her beautiful eyes filled with gratitude.
You have to understand, this is the Vermilion Bird's will, and the divine beast worshipped by their empire is the Vermilion Bird. This Vermilion Bird golden hairpin holds extraordinary significance for her.
Within her flames was the power of faith, which happened to be the nourishment for the Vermilion Bird's will. Perhaps, this will could even give birth to new spiritual bodies.
"Hahaha, it's just a small favor. After so many years in the martial world, I still have some insight." Long Chen laughed heartily. Being watched with admiration by Yu Qingxuan, Long Chen was instantly overjoyed and somewhat elated.
"Brother, you have no shame. I was the one who found that." Huo Ling'er's voice came through, tinged with disdain and a hint of grievance.
As Long Chen passed by that person's stall, Huo Ling'er told him that there was a treasure on that person's stall, so Long Chen squatted down to bargain with him.
Huo Ling'er's spiritual perception was astonishing, especially after devouring the flames of Yanxu. It became even more sensitive to various flame powers. Without her, Long Chen would never have discovered the Vermilion Bird Golden Hairpin.
"Give your brother some face. I'll make it up to you later. Be good, be good!" Long Chen's face flushed red, and he hurriedly comforted the little girl.
Long Chen knew that this little girl wanted to devour the Nirvana Pearl, but the pearl had basically withered, and that little energy was useless to her. There was absolutely no way she could obtain the Vermilion Bird Fire. If she were devoured, it would be a waste.
Seeing Long Chen say this, Huo Ling'er finally fell silent and continued sleeping on the Seven Treasures Glazed Tree. Ever since it appeared, she and Lei Ling'er had been lying on it, refusing to get down.
In their words, lying on the tree feels like you're growing up every day, and your mind gets smarter and smarter.
"Huo Ling'er, come help me out. Lend me some of your flame power." Long Chen said.
"Brother, you're using my strength as a favor—you're so naughty." Huo Ling'er pouted, a bit dissatisfied.
Though he was complaining, he still gave his power to Long Chen. Long Chen gripped the Vermilion Bird golden hairpin between his fingers, and endless flame power surged into it.
You have to know, Huo Ling'er's power is extremely mixed, with all kinds of powers. Unlike Yu Qingxuan, who is so single-minded, when her power surged into the Vermilion Bird Golden Hairpin...
On the Vermilion Bird Golden Hairpin, patterns gradually began to appear, forming runes smaller than needle tips. At the same time, the Vermilion Bird inside the Nirvana Pearl became even more active.
"This is ..." Yu Qingxuan nearly jumped up when she saw those runes. These runes were the ancestral patterns of the Vermilion Bird, and also the Vermilion Bird's life runes. Each rune represented a Vermilion Bird divine ability.
When Huo Ling'er's power was poured in, the entire Vermilion Bird golden hairpin seemed to draw from its sheath. The Vermilion Bird awakened, and on the runes, divine radiance hung down. Within the radiance, it seemed as if the ancient Vermilion Bird soared through the sky, leaving behind a seven-colored divine radiance. The divine light was dreamlike and ethereal, mesmerizing and intoxicating.
At this moment, the Vermilion Bird Golden Hairpin seemed to awaken its life, automatically absorbing the fire power of heaven and earth. Only when it was enough did Long Chen withdraw his power, fearing that excessive consumption of the flame would make Huo Ling'er uncomfortable.
The divine light of the Vermilion Bird Golden Hairpin attracted countless gazes. Their eyes showed both envy and greed, yet they dared not harbor ill intentions, because they knew the Vermilion Bird Empire was not to be provoked.
"So beautiful."
Watching the Vermilion Bird golden hairpin shine brilliantly and shimmer with flowing light, the Vermilion Bird seemed to be given life. As its divine light fell, it was stunningly beautiful. Yu Qingxuan couldn't help but praise it.
"This Vermilion Bird Golden Hairpin is a perfect match for you, a perfect match. It seems it's been waiting for you. Come, let me help you put it on." Long Chen smiled and said, slowly inserting the Vermilion Bird golden hairpin into Yu Qingxuan's bun.
Yu Qingxuan's pretty face flushed. Long Chen's gesture was a bit too intimate, especially in public, making her feel a bit shy.
But feeling Long Chen's tenderness, a hint of joy appeared in her beautiful eyes as she obediently let Long Chen put a golden hairpin on her. She had long forgotten Wei Gonggong's warning.
"So beautiful, the hairpin and the person are one, complementing each other perfectly. What a perfect match." Long Chen couldn't help but exclaim.
Yu Qingxuan was already possessed a breathtaking beauty and unparalleled beauty. Now, with her golden hairpin on her head and divine radiance hanging down, she was bathed in a sacred radiance, as if the Celestial Maiden of the Nine Heavens had descended to the mortal world, inspiring an impulse to worship her.
Long Chen's eyes were filled with excitement. Yu Qingxuan had obtained the treasure, but Long Chen was even happier than her. That sincere smile deeply moved her. It seemed that even if the whole world abandoned her, this man would always stand by her side. That warm feeling was beyond words.
"Your Highness the Palace Master, you seem to ... Seems like ... Awakened the Vermilion Bird Divine Radiance. "
Suddenly, a female disciple from the Vermilion Bird Empire looked at the back of Yu Qingxuan's head, exclaiming in disbelief.
After the woman's reminder, everyone looked at Yu Qingxuan. Upon closer observation, a ball of light seemed to appear behind her head, and within the orb was a mysterious shadow.
However, the orb of light was too dim, flickering and disappearing, making it impossible to see clearly. Yet the eyes of these Vermilion Bird Empire experts were filled with delight.
The Vermilion Bird Divine Radiance refers to the blessings and radiance bestowed upon the ancient heroic spirits of the Vermilion Bird. Cultivators can sincerely communicate with them. The Vermilion Bird Divine Radiance will continuously grow, and when it reaches a certain level, it can be used to launch attacks and even save lives in critical moments.
It is said that when the Vermilion Bird Divine Radiance reaches its peak, it can summon its heroic spirits to descend into the world. Of course, that is just a legend; there is no record of such a thing in history.
However, the power of the Vermilion Bird Divine Radiance is well known throughout the Vermilion Bird Empire, and it is a symbol of status. Once someone awakens the Vermilion Bird Divine Radiance, they are chosen by the Vermilion Bird, and their status changes. Even a commoner who awakens the Vermilion Bird Divine Radiance can theoretically stand on equal footing with a ruler.
Yu Qingxuan herself was stunned; she hadn't expected that this Vermilion Bird Golden Hairpin would bring her so many benefits, as if she were in a dream.
"Your Highness, your future success is just around the corner. If I don't do well then, remember to lend me a hand!" Long Chen cupped his fists, his face full of flattery.
Yu Qingxuan was instantly amused by Long Chen and playfully gave him a playful playful slap. This guy was unruly, but somehow it made people laugh. He liked listening to him talk. Being with him, she couldn't even think about maintaining any manners. Luckily, Eunuch Wei wasn't there, or else she'd be nagging again.
"Qingxuan, let's go. Let me introduce you to my two brothers." Long Chen said as he led everyone straight toward the stalls of Guo Ran and Xia Chen.