Light Fortress Chapter 1952 - 24: The Gift of Red Shadow (Part 2)

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Previously on Light Fortress...
Gu Shen uses his limited spiritual power to project the Pure Land, revealing that the souls of Zou Hai and the Gu Castle defenders are still present, existing in a state between life and death due to his Netherworld King authority. While this offers a sliver of hope, Gu Shen explains true revival is impossible. Lin Lin finds comfort in seeing his comrades' spirits, accepting their fate. Gu Shen reveals he is waiting for Bai Xiu and Gu Xiaoman, who soon arrive. Gu Shen explains Gu Xiaoman, as a potential inheritor of the Wine Spark, is no longer safe in the Central Continent and must remain with him.

"The Initial is indeed the most suitable place for her."

Lin Lin spoke in a deep voice: "The Five Continents are about to fall into extreme turmoil and chaos... No matter where you are, it can’t be considered truly safe."

"Actually... I’m not afraid."

Gu Xiaoman took a deep breath and spoke at this moment: "As long as I’m not in the Central Continent, I can be anywhere!"

Her cultivation at the Source Tower has always been brutal.

The selection system for the strong promoted by Qinglong is like "raising poison insects," where millions of poison insects are placed together to fight, and the final winner is the Poisonous Insect King. Gu Xiaoman is the "Poisonous Insect King" among her peers around her. If not for the repercussions of the Chanyi City incident, she would have inherited the Position of Divine Envoy of Red Dragon, becoming the new leader of the Four Divine Envoys.

According to Mr. Tianshui’s original plan, at this time, Gu Xiaoman would have had the opportunity to touch the "Wine Spark" for the first time.

What a pity.

Plans can’t keep up with changes.

Now, Gu Xiaoman can only escape from the Central Continent... As for touching the Spark, that will be something to consider after her strength has grown.

"Staying in the Five Continents isn’t as simple as you think."

Bai Xiu shook his head, gently pressed Xiaoman’s shoulder, and said: "It is extremely difficult to guard against Deep Sea when it wants to kill someone..."

Human computational power cannot compare with that of this super AI.

Moreover, before the new Spirit Network covers the three continents, the Three Continent Alliance will always face the risk of being spiritually infiltrated by [Deep Sea]...

As long as Gu Xiaoman stays in the Five Continents, there is an added layer of danger.

"There is a fine dojo on the Initial, as well as sufficient resources."

Little Xiuzi said warmly: "I will accompany you in your cultivation."

Bai Xiu’s injuries have not yet fully healed.

However, once he regained control over [Thunder Realm Walker], he hurriedly brought Xiaoman here.

Because he is very anxious to...

He is anxious to search for the legendary [Extinguishing Candle].

Of course, Little Xiuzi wants to ascend to the Divine Throne, but without extra Sparks, it’s simply wishful thinking.

Even hoping to touch the "origin" a little is a slim hope.

For him, at the current stage, to enhance his battle power...

The greatest hope lies precisely in [Extinguishing Candle].

Xiaoman blinked; for her, it didn’t matter where she stayed.

The Initial or East Continent—both are fine.

It’s just that... everyone most important to her is now on the Initial, and she has no reason to refuse.

The little one said seriously: "I am willing to go to the Initial... There is Master, and Brother Gu Shen on the Initial."

However, when she mentioned the latter, her tone paused a bit.

Gu Xiaoman looked complexly at the "child" before her, hesitant as she uttered the word "Brother."

Gu Shen now looks much younger than her.

The once accustomed title of Brother has become quite difficult to say aloud.

Gu Shen noticed the little one’s hesitation.

With a helpless sigh, he said: "Just call me by my name."

Seeing this, the usually serious Bai Xiu couldn’t help but let out a soft chuckle.

The Purple Rain Commander also couldn’t help but laugh.

"Besides taking in lost souls and receiving people... there is actually another important matter for this trip."

Gu Shen spoke solemnly: "Lin Lin, I intended to send you a message via Spiritual Link, but since we met today, I’ll say it directly."

The Initial has been moored in the [Old World] for more than ten days now.

Alf was willing to leave the East Sea, partly due to the persuasion of the Lord of Love, and partly because of "Gu Xiaoman"!

Now, having successfully borrowed Gu Xiaoman, according to Alf’s plan, the Initial will reverse the trajectory of the original settlers from the North Continent Fortress, sailing into the distance to trace the footprints of the Lord of Melting Iron, to see if the master left anything behind... Of course, out of support for Gu Shen and Gu Xiaoman, it will leave some Red Shadows and resources behind to help the Three Continent Alliance gain an advantage in the Southern Continent war!

"The Initial will provide the Three Continent Alliance with a large amount of resources, including Black Silver, Miracle Silver, and the battle machines left by the Lord of Melting Iron."

Gu Shen spoke solemnly: "I will personally extract these materials and then deliver them to the North Continent."

In his mind, the best "collector" is actually Lin Lin.

For the Three Continent Alliance, before the Divine Throne has grown, the greatest weapon in this war is the "Red Shadow"!

In specific environments, the combat power that a single Red Shadow can unleash is comparable to that of a Titled!

Of course... Red Shadows also have limitations.

The Red Shadows on the Initial are all under Alf’s Spirit Control. Once they leave the Initial, their "agility" will inevitably be affected. In the absence of [Deep Sea] to assist the Three Continent Alliance, the combat power of Red Shadows will decrease by a level, but even so, they remain a war weapon beyond the times.

Once Red Shadows intervene in the Southern Continent war, the number of Transcendent casualties in the Three Continent Alliance will significantly decrease.

"In that case, why not deliver them immediately, I can wait for you here."

Lin Lin’s expression was solemn.

For the Three Continent Alliance, the help provided by the Initial is immense, immense.

Having said this, Little Xiuzi immediately unfolded the Thunder Domain, and under Gu Shen’s Chi Huo Sanctuary, took Xiaoman into the ruins of Gu Castle, where Heavenly Sheath Fragments were fluttering.

...

...

On the Initial, ten Red Shadows were neatly arrayed on the Snowfield.

"Xiaoman, finally you’re here!"

Alf, waiting for a long time, seeing the trio return, ignored Gu Shen and Bai Xiu directly, excitedly circling around Gu Xiaoman. Seeing her return safe and sound, it let out a long sigh of relief, then began to explain how to use the Red Shadows.