This…
The dreamlike appearance and the bone-chilling cold, after the tempering from prior encounters, Amila’s group already possessed a certain level of resistance.
Yet the “Dark Moon” once again displayed its authority of creating something out of nothing, deeply shaking them once more.
Clearly an empty weapon, yet capable of unleashing such an attack. For a moment, excluding Simon, the other two halted in their tracks, their gazes following the Frost Spear as it whistled through the air.
The spear only flew a few meters before seemingly hitting an invisible target, perfectly within the range of its shot.
The clarity of the shattering sound was followed by the spear breaking inch by inch, white frost spreading forth.
At the same moment, two more holes appeared on Fu Qian’s body.
The opponent seemed to still have strength left for retaliation.
However, even so, the increasingly dense mist mingled with white frost revealed no suspicious outlines.
The sole disturbance was a Broad Sword veined with blazing Lead Flame.
Simon finally arrived, attacking without hesitation.
But faster yet was another streak of icy light, surpassing his blow and once again scattering white frost.
When the Broad Sword finally slashed through the Void, the forceful strike seemed entirely unimpeded, as if merely slicing through empty air.
…
Whoosh—
Only now did Fu Qian lower the gun barrel and blow on it lightly.
Not intending to steal Simon’s claim to victory, his firearm aligned with Raphaide’s standard-issue design—a peculiar creation, such as dual barrels.
To uphold the rigor of Dark Moon’s grace, after firing the first shot, he smoothly and skillfully pulled the second trigger.
The ultimate outcome was the consecutive launch of two Frost Spears—two Frostburn-imbued Air Bullets that swiftly eliminated the target.
Whoosh—
Of course, rigor must persist from start to finish. Fu Qian then adjusted his angle and puffed lightly on the second barrel.
…
“Shall we continue?”
The two dramatic breaths silenced the group, but Fu Qian remained faithful to his promise, scanning the group while asking.
Simon, who had slashed into nothingness, quietly retracted his weapon, its Lead Flame extinguishing in tandem.
Amila and Reginald exchanged glances, with neither voicing dissent, while their gazes instinctively drifted toward Fu Qian’s numerous body piercings.
Yet within mere seconds, Fu Qian’s body began rapidly healing.
As he deactivated the Decree Residue, the pervasive cold retreated, leaving virtually no trace of the puncture wounds.
“Continue.”
Simon finally nodded slightly, while Amila and the other two followed silently.
The opponent didn’t seize the chance to preach any “Dark Moon’s protection,” but from start to finish, Fu Qian’s performance, akin to that of a War God, truly shattered their understanding.
“It’s gratifying to see you all beginning to let go of prejudice.”
As a Lost Shepherd, Fu Qian gave timely encouragement and praise.
At the same time, he extended his hand, and amidst fragmented sounds, countless tiny shards cascaded from the old firearm that had just secured victory.
Like the Gorgeous Rapier before it, the gun seemed equally unable to withstand the icy gift bestowed upon it, ultimately breaking apart.
Within just a few steps, the entire firearm had been completely laid down upon the narrow path.
Of course, the gun itself wasn’t truly fragile—the phenomenon had been orchestrated by Fu Qian for dramatic effect.
From start to finish, he had been unreservedly spreading the Gospel of Dark Moon.
As for whether this might appear overly conspicuous and arouse suspicion?
Apologies: great faith shines brightly.
Hiding and skulking around like Harriet—that wouldn’t convey its distinctiveness.
…
Perhaps due to Fu Qian’s two stunning displays, the Dark Moon’s awe seemed to ripple even into the Abandoned Child Realm.
The journey ahead was notably calmer by comparison.
Apart from increasingly degraded paths, there were no untraceable assaults to be found.
The group’s main focus shifted almost exclusively to discerning the road.
“It’s just ahead.”
Amila’s description was indeed accurate; walking along the path, they encountered no diversions.
Upon detecting a sizeable stretch of rubble along the roadside, Amila’s spirits lifted as she broke the silence.
This leg of the journey’s trial seemed to be nearing its conclusion.