Chapter 592: Chapter 582: Su Mu’s Contingency—A Way Forward, Not a Retreat

The peculiarity of this floating island lies in its establishment at the most turbulent waters, with varying elevations.

Additionally, the edge of the floating island is extremely smooth, forming a remarkably regular circle, as if it were artificially cut and lifted to be placed here.

Upon stepping onto the floating island, Su Mu held Nannan’s small hand, leading her deep into its interior.

The deeper they went, the sparser the surrounding trees became, and soon they reached a flat area.

With a broad view, they quickly saw a stone house constructed from massive rocks up ahead.

In front of the stone house stood a man.

Upon seeing Su Mu and Nannan arrive, the man quickly walked towards Su Mu.

The man was wearing a blue-gray Immortal Robe, his figure tall and slender, his brows and eyes sharp like swords, with eyes resembling deep abysses, unfathomable, continuously nurturing divine light in nirvana.

Every step he took was accompanied by the swirling Dao charm encircling him, lotuses blooming underfoot, casting a reflection of profound runes beneath him.

The man in the Immortal Robe stopped in front of Su Mu, clasping his hands with a slight bow, "Elder Su."

Upon hearing this, Su Mu chuckled and replied, "After not seeing one for three days, one must reevaluate that person."

At these words, Li Qiye waved his hand and said, "Elder Su, you overpraise me. Without your guidance, I would still be tossing and turning, unable to find resolution."

The man in the Immortal Robe was Li Qiye, the Li Qiye who sought the sheep.

However, Li Qiye had transformed. His entire aura and temperament were completely different, ever since he merged with the "sheep," completing the final piece of the puzzle, fulfilling his desire to take his "final step."

Thus, in Li Qiye’s life, Su Mu was his greatest benefactor. 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Without Su Mu, Li Qiye might never have fulfilled his lifelong wish, eventually dying in desolation, wandering through various times and spaces, searching for the elusive sheep.

....

Later, Li Qiye achieved his goal, completing his unfulfilled wish, and then arrived atop the River of Time.

He wished to follow Su Mu to repay him.

Just a year ago, while Su Mu was patrolling the river, he met Li Qiye who came treading on the river. After Li Qiye explained his purpose,

Su Mu accepted him, and found a treasured place on the river, moving the treasured place here, creating the floating island, which became Li Qiye’s residence for cultivation and repose.

...

"Is this Nannan, whom Elder Su mentioned to me recently?" Li Qiye turned, looking at Nannan, smiling as he asked.

Upon saying this, Li Qiye adjusted his attire and solemnly introduced himself to Nannan: "My name is Li Qiye, Nannan, nice to meet you."

At the first sight of Nannan, Li Qiye was breathtakingly amazed.

He had seen numerous prodigies, whether from the past or those he encountered through times and spaces in the future, none made him sincerely marvel that a person’s talent could be so formidable.

At ten years old, her cultivation had reached the Immortal King level!

Moreover, she had infinitely approached the Immortal Emperor realm, in terms of aura, she could be considered a half-step Immortal Emperor.

In the All Heavens and Myriad Realms, delving into ancient histories both past and future, who can touch the Immortal Emperor realm within ten years?

Thus, when facing Nannan, Li Qiye did not treat her as a child but extended the respect due to a half-step Immortal Emperor, especially since Nannan was Elder Su’s daughter, giving her even more importance in his eyes.

"Hello, Uncle Li."

Nannan responded to Li Qiye boldly, without a hint of timidity.

...

Upon hearing this, Li Qiye nodded with a smile, then spoke to Su Mu: "Elder Su, please follow me."

Soon, Li Qiye led Su Mu through a transparent barrier.

After passing through the barrier, the three arrived at a high platform, looking down at the open ground below, where thirty-six Ferocious Beast Legions were neatly arranged.

Each Ferocious Beast Legion consisted of a hundred beasts, totaling three thousand six hundred beasts.

The aura of these fierce beasts was extremely powerful, including Black Rhino, Crawling Tiger, Black Python, giant mantis... all donned in silver soft armor, holding weapons, standing orderly.

Upon seeing Su Mu arrive, all the Ferocious Beast Legions knelt, emitting a uniform low roar: "Master!"

Seeing this, Su Mu’s eyes flashed with surprise, he had not expected Li Qiye to bring such a surprise.

"Elder Su, these are all subordinates who have followed me for many years, all of whom I trust, I have carefully chosen for a long time."

"Each possesses the strength to handle matters independently, unconditionally obeying your commands."

Hearing this, Su Mu nodded in satisfaction: "You have indeed given me quite a surprise."

"This is the master’s daughter."

Li Qiye said to the Ferocious Beast Legions.

As soon as he finished speaking, the Ferocious Beast Legions bowed to Nannan: "Greetings, little master!"

Seeing this, Su Mu’s eyes lit up, indeed, Li Qiye appeared to truly understand him.

....

"Elder, let us move."

Soon, Li Qiye led Su Mu to the shore.

At this moment, in front of the waters by the shore, around five hundred fierce Water Beasts were neatly arrayed in the water by the shore.

These Water Beasts included Black Fish, Profound Turtle, Crocodiles, etc., all being fierce fishes.

Though they were far inferior to Little Black Dragon and Little Kong Yao, their strength was quite formidable.

"There are three thousand six hundred on land, and eight hundred eighty-eight in the water."

"All are my trusted subordinates, whether Elder Su or Nannan, they are absolutely loyal."

Upon hearing this, Su Mu’s eyes were full of appraisal.

......

Within the floating island, inside the stone house.

Su Mu and Li Qiye sat facing each other, sipping tea, while Nannan played outside.

"Elder Su, could it be... Nannan is the one you asked me to protect?" Li Qiye inquired.

For Elder Su had long ago told him, that one day he would bring someone.

That person was the one Elder Su wanted to entrust to him.

Upon hearing this, Su Mu nodded and said, "If there comes a day when Little Tiger Head brings Nannan past this place, I would like to trouble you to escort Nannan to safety."

....

Li Qiye solemnly nodded and said, "Elder, how can you call it trouble?"

"I don’t even know how to repay the great kindness you’ve shown me."

After finishing, Li Qiye pondered for a moment and continued to ask, "But Elder, since Nannan is your daughter, shouldn’t she always be by your side, needing no protection from me?"

If it were to protect someone else, Li Qiye wouldn’t have this doubt.

But Nannan was Elder Su’s most precious family, why would he entrust her to him?

Upon hearing this, Su Mu sighed and said, "I have encountered a few troublesome enemies, they are very strong."

"I’m not sure when I might find myself in a predicament."

"At that time, Nannan’s safety can only be entrusted to you all."