Ethereal World: Vicious Cannon Fodder's Immortality Road novel Chapter 917

Chapter 917: Breakthrough to Mystic Saint Realm

The oppressive aura that had weighed upon the sacred beasts dissipated as Xiao Yun withdrew his power. His demeanor shifted in an instant, from an unfathomable, terrifying existence to a spoiled child rushing into his master’s arms.

"Master, I’m back," he cooed, nuzzling against Shenlian Yingyue affectionately.

She caught him instinctively, her mind still reeling from what she had just witnessed. She had always known Xiao Yun was extraordinary, but this... this was beyond anything she had imagined. The way he had effortlessly suppressed Qing Long, Bai Hu, Xuan Wu, and Zhu Que, beings of immense power, as if they were mere ants beneath his feet. Just who was he?

A faint smile touched her lips as she stroked his fur. It didn’t matter. No matter how unfathomable his origins were, he was still her Yunyun.

Unbeknownst to her, the five sacred beasts were frozen in shock, their expressions a mix of disbelief and awe. Qing Luan, who had remained aloof for millennia, now stared at Xiao Yun with wide eyes. She recognized him. Or rather, she recognized the terrifying presence he had briefly revealed.

That being, serving a human? Acting like a spoiled pet? Had the heavens gone mad?

The four sacred beasts exchanged glances before dropping to their knees in unison.

"Your Boundless Majesty," Qing Long spoke, his voice trembling with reverence, "we humbly request to form a contract with her. We vow to serve her faithfully, without betrayal, for as long as we exist."

The others echoed his words, their heads bowed so low they nearly touched the ground.

Shenlian Yingyue blinked in confusion. Just moments ago, they had been ready to fight to the death, and now, they were begging to serve her?

Qing Luan studied her reaction with a complicated gaze. This girl... she truly had no idea who Xiao Yun was, did she? If she knew, would she still be able to look at him the same way?

Xiao Yun’s whiskers twitched in amusement as he observed their submission. "That’s all?" he mused, his voice light but carrying an unmistakable edge.

The sacred beasts tensed.

"Everything within the Sacred Land, its treasures, its secrets, its very foundation, shall belong to her," Bai Hu added hastily. "We offer it all willingly."

Xiao Yun smirked before turning to Shenlian Yingyue, his paws cupping her cheeks. "Master, make a Soul Contract with them," he said cheerfully, as if suggesting something as simple as having tea.

"Oh... oh!" She blinked.

A Soul Contract, binding not just their bodies but their very souls to her. Such a thing was unheard of, especially with four sacred beasts at once. Yet, Xiao Yun spoke of it so casually.

Taking a deep breath, she approached the kneeling beasts. "Are you truly willing?" she asked softly. "To stand beside me, through trials and triumphs, even if the world itself crumbles?"

She knew their submission was due to Xiao Yun’s influence, but she would not force them. If they hesitated even slightly, she would refuse.

"Master," Zhu Que said, his voice firm, "we are honored to serve you."

Nodding, Shenlian Yingyue sat cross-legged, closing her eyes as she summoned the ancient ritual. Golden-red light erupted beneath her, intricate patterns weaving through the air before encircling the four sacred beasts. The energy pulsed, resonating with their very souls.

A moment later, the contract was sealed.

Their heartbeats synchronized. Their breaths aligned. A profound connection settled deep within their spirits, unbreakable and eternal.

Qing Luan’s lips parted in silent astonishment. She had actually done it, formed a Soul Contract with four divine beasts simultaneously, without so much as a strain.

As the light faded, Shenlian Yingyue’s disguise melted away, revealing her true appearance: radiant, untamed, and brimming with power.

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