Seeing the reaction of this girl's soul, Evan Chu grew even more certain that the ancient War of the Gods was tied to her father. Maybe her father really was killed by a powerhouse from the God Realm—or maybe, just maybe, Evan himself was the one who did it.
If that’s true, then he’s her enemy. Realizing this, Evan knew he had to be extra careful with his words—he couldn’t slip up and expose himself, or he’d never get any reliable information from her.
“You answer my question first, and then I’ll answer yours. Tell me, do you and Frostbane Divine Palace have some kind of deep grudge? Why would you travel all the way to the God Realm just to join the War of the Gods?” Evan asked, his expression serious.
“My surname is Hua—my name is Serena Hua. You may call me Princess Wuyou. My father and the others went to the God Realm because Frostbane Divine Palace invited them to join forces against the Demon Realm’s Demon Venerable. Victory was within reach, but then a traitor emerged from the God Realm and colluded with the Demon Realm for a devastating inside-outside attack.”
The result? Frostbane Divine Lord fell. My father and another Netherworld Venerable died as well. That War of the Gods claimed countless lives—so many powerhouses perished. But no one ever learned who the traitor in the God Realm really was, because everyone who knew the truth died there.
So you ask if I have any connection to Frostbane Divine Palace? If not for their invitation, my father would never have died, and I wouldn’t be trapped here in this soul form. Right now, I only have two soul fragments left—the rest of my soul and my seven soul essences are lost somewhere I can’t even begin to find.” Serena Hua spoke bitterly.
Evan Chu’s doubts only multiplied. What really happened in the War of the Gods? Was it truly a conspiracy between the God Realm and Demon Realm that led to such tragedy? Was their real goal to destroy Frostbane Divine Palace?
And what about that person above the clouds who calls him ‘senior brother’? He must be from Frostbane Divine Palace—so why did he survive unscathed? Was he just enduring humiliation to stay alive? No, that couldn’t be right.
“How do you know about Frostbane Divine Palace? Are you one of their people?” Serena Hua demanded angrily, her blame for her father’s death clearly directed at the sect.
“Frostbane Divine Palace is famous—one of the top sects in the God Realm. It’s not strange that I know about it; it shows up in plenty of records. I never imagined there was so much drama behind the War of the Gods. It’s honestly shocking.” Evan said, playing it casual.
"You'd better not have anything to do with Frostbane Divine Palace. Otherwise, I won't let you off. Don't think just because I'm a soul now that I can't make you suffer." Serena Hua warned, her voice icy.
"Of course not. I haven't even ascended to the God Realm—how could I be tied to Frostbane Divine Palace? Did you do something to Lillian Zhang? Why hasn't she woken up yet?" Evan Chu glanced at the still-unconscious Lillian, suspicion in his voice.
"Good that you know. Without me, your woman can't wake up. Even if you kill me now, it won't help. I know you have the power to destroy me, but I’m not afraid. If you want me to save her, you’ll have to agree to one condition." Serena Hua said, unyielding.
Evan Chu felt a wave of frustration—he never expected to be threatened by a soul. But it was clear: if he didn’t agree to her terms, Lillian Zhang really wouldn’t wake up.
"State your condition. As long as I can do it, I’ll agree. But if you’re planning to escape, forget it—I can destroy you with Heavenfire at any time. You know how powerful Heavenfire is." Evan said, his tone cold and forceful.
"Heavenfire really is strong, but the old me wouldn’t have feared it—not even divine flames could hurt me. Actually, my condition is simple. For someone like you, it’s nothing." Serena Hua replied, her pride showing.
Evan Chu looked at her and smiled. "So you want me to take you out of the Netherworld, and, if there’s a chance, bring you back to your original world?"
"You’re smart—always able to read people’s intentions. That’s exactly what I want, and I don’t think you’re in any position to refuse." Serena Hua said, looking at Evan as if she had him completely cornered. Evan was speechless.
"Fine, I promise you! But you must wake her up right now, or I’ll make you vanish forever. You may not fear Light-element power, but I bet you’re scared of darkness or lightning. Any one of those could end you." Evan Chu threatened, purple lightning crackling in his palm.
"A gentleman keeps his word, just like a swift horse obeys the whip. I trust you won’t go back on your promise. Of course, if you turn out to be a fickle villain, I’ll just accept my fate." Serena Hua said.
"I always keep my word. Hurry and wake Lillian Zhang!" Evan Chu urged.
Serena Hua stepped up to Lillian Zhang and said, "Remove your Light-element barrier. My remnant soul can't withstand such a powerful shield."
With a thought, Evan Chu dissolved the Light-element around Lillian Zhang, revealing her true body. Serena Hua gently pressed a finger to Lillian’s forehead—a green glow shot from Lillian’s brow and returned to Serena’s soul.
"What was that?" Evan Chu asked, curious.
"That was my soul power. She’ll wake up in less than half a stick of incense. You must have a storage ring, right? Preferably an empty one—I don’t want anyone disturbing me." Serena Hua replied.
"Can you still communicate with me and sense what’s happening outside if you’re inside the storage ring?" Evan Chu asked.
"How do you know all this? Do you have other soul bodies inside you?" Serena Hua asked, suspicion in her voice.
"No, I’ve only heard about it. But I have a bracelet you could enter—the environment inside is beautiful, and the Immortal Spirit Force is incredibly dense. I got it by chance." Evan Chu explained.
"Then I’ll enter your bracelet. I didn’t expect you to have such a rare treasure—it’s really something." Serena Hua said, surprised.
Evan Chu focused his divine sense on Serena Hua. In an instant, she vanished from his sight and entered the Timewheel Bracelet.
Once inside, Serena Hua was stunned by the dense Immortal Spirit Force. "Such powerful spirit energy—what kind of bracelet is this, with such vast space? Is this the legendary Timewheel Bracelet? How is that possible?" she exclaimed.
Evan Chu didn’t hear Serena Hua’s words. Inside the Timewheel Bracelet, she was completely isolated from the outside world—just what he needed to avoid trouble and keep his identity secret.
He stood quietly before Lillian Zhang, waiting. Half a stick of incense felt like an eternity—he was anxious and restless.
Suddenly, Lillian Zhang’s brows twitched. She slowly opened her eyes. Seeing Evan Chu standing before her, her expression tightened. Before she could speak, Evan blurted out in relief, "Lillian, you’re finally awake!"