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"Ding dong!"

The crisp doorbell rang, echoing in the room. Lin Tian raised his head and glanced at the clock on the wall, thinking to himself, "At this time, Xia Linxi should have returned from her hometown, right?" He guessed that the sound coming from outside the door was most likely Xia Linxi ringing the doorbell.

Without any hesitation, Lin Tian quickly stood up from the sofa and walked towards the door with brisk steps.

As Lin Tian opened the door, a familiar figure appeared before him.

She was a tall, beautiful woman, wearing an elegant dress that fluttered in the wind like a blooming flower. Her long hair cascaded over her shoulders, slightly curled and exuding a delicate fragrance. A brilliant smile graced her face, and her eyes revealed an endless tenderness.

That’s right, this figure is Xia Linxi.

Lin Tian raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a warm smile, and said softly, "You're back." His voice was full of tenderness and concern.

After saying that, Lin Tian stretched out his hand and pulled Xia Linxi into the house.

Xia Linxi felt the warmth from Lin Tian's palm, a happy smile on her face. Her mood was like a flower blooming in spring, blooming with brilliant brilliance.

The two walked into the living room, and Lin Tian asked Xia Linxi softly, "How have you been these past few days?"

Xia Linxi heard Lin Tian's question, nodded slightly, and replied: "It's okay."

Then, as if she had thought of something important, she immediately said, "Oh, right, this time I encountered another kind of monster beastmen, called the Cruel Shrimp Corps. They are really ferocious!"

Then, she began to excitedly recount the entire process from her meeting with the Cruel Shrimp Corps to the battle.

After listening to Xia Linxi's story quietly, Lin Tian nodded, indicating that he understood the situation.

Then he added, "Actually, I saw the entire process of your battle!"

"What! How did you see that?" Xia Linxi exclaimed in surprise, with an expression of disbelief on her face.

Hearing this, Lin Tian's lips curled up slightly, revealing a smile as he explained, "While you were using the identification device, my female general received a message from the Cruel Shrimp Corps. Considering the potential danger, I rushed over to check on the situation. Furthermore, I was the one who froze that Chilling Girl. If I hadn't intervened, she would have likely taken the opportunity to escape."

Upon hearing this, Xia Linxi frowned slightly and asked in confusion, "Chixiaoji? Could she be the female monster who attacked me?"

Lin Tian smiled and nodded, confirming: "Yes, it's her."

After receiving Lin Tian's affirmative answer, Xia Linxi suddenly realized that this was the case! She had previously thought that she was unable to move because she was intimidated.

Then, she continued thoughtfully, "So, have you also enhanced the power of the Thunder Dragon? I feel that its power seems to be even stronger than when it killed the Cruel Shrimp Corps."

Lin Tian smiled slightly and nodded gently, indicating his agreement: "Yes, to ensure that there is no risk of error, I deliberately enhanced the power of the Thunder Dragon. After all, when facing an unknown enemy, one must be fully prepared."

After hearing Lin Tian's explanation, Xia Linxi was speechless: "Aren't you too cautious?"

Lin Tian said: "It's a good thing to be careful! When you fight next time, you must not let your guard down and must remain highly vigilant."

After hearing Lin Tian's words, Xia Linxi nodded to show that she understood.

"By the way, the Luotian Grand Ceremony will begin in a few days, and we will set off with Uncle Jiu and the others in the next few days." Lin Tian continued.

Hearing this, Xia Linxi asked excitedly, "It's finally about to start. Can I join in?"

After thinking for a while, Lin Tian replied, "Sure, this way you can also get training and growth. And when Sister Shi Ya comes back tomorrow, ask her if she wants to join."

After hearing Lin Tian's agreement, Xia Linxi's eyes flashed with joy, and she couldn't wait to participate in the Luotian Grand Ceremony.

……

At night, lying in bed, Lin Tian thought that he hadn't signed in for a few days, so he might as well try signing in now!

So, he said to the system in his mind: "System, use the accumulated 7 check-ins to sign in."

"Ding, check-in successful. Congratulations to the host for obtaining the 'Human Emperor Banner'. It has automatically recognized the master, and the host has no side effects when using it. The host has absolute control over it." A cold mechanical voice sounded in Lin Tian's mind.

Lin Tian looked a bit strange when he heard the name of the item he got by signing in. However, he still looked up the specific function of the Human Emperor Banner.

Human Emperor Banner: There are two main forms:

The masculine form's primary function is to liberate, rescue, and relieve sorrow, as well as to liberate sentient beings and increase lifespan. It absorbs residual souls and spirit essences, transforming them into pure spiritual crystals to enhance the user's mental strength. Consuming these residual souls and spirit essences can also heal others, and if used extensively, it can even bring the dead back to life.

The negative form is also called the Ten Thousand Souls Banner. Its main functions are to confine and refine. It can confine the sky, the earth, and all living things, and enhance cultivation by refining the Ten Thousand Souls. There are three specific functions: The magic treasure Ten Thousand Souls Banner has three functions: refining souls, nourishing souls, and controlling souls.

In short, the use of the Human Emperor Banner, whether in positive or negative form, cannot be separated from the soul.

Looking at the introduction of the Human Emperor Banner, Lin Tian had the urge to try it out, but he held it back. The world was changing drastically, with large numbers of people dying almost every day. He was not in a rush.

……

A few days later, Lin Tian took Xia Linxi and Li Shiya to Hong's Restaurant.

As soon as he entered the door, Lin Tian saw that Master Lin Jiu and his two disciples were already waiting for them.

Seeing the arrival of Lin Tian and the other three, Lin Jiu said to them: "Xiaotian, you are here!"

Hearing this, Lin Tian immediately replied: "Sorry, Uncle Jiu, I kept you waiting for so long!"

Lin Jiu replied: "It's okay, we just got here not long ago."

At this moment, he noticed Li Shiya next to Lin Tian and asked, "Xiaotian, who is this little girl?"

Then, Lin Tian introduced embarrassedly: "She is also my girlfriend."

"What!" Wencai and Qiu Sheng on the side shouted.

Then the two of them stared at Lin Tian for a while, and Wencai said, "Lin Tian, I didn't expect you to be so lucky! You actually have two girlfriends."

Qiu Sheng, who was standing by, echoed, "That's right."

Seeing that the two of them were about to speak, Lin Jiu interrupted and said, "Okay, stop envying Xiaotian. If you have the ability, go find it yourself."

At this time, Li Shiya stepped forward and said, "You must be Taoist Lin Jiu, right? I've heard of your great name for a long time!"

Hearing this, Lin Jiu asked doubtfully: "From your tone, it seems that you don't know me from Xiaotian?"

Li Shiya replied, "Well, I heard my elders mention it. I wonder if you still remember Li Yunlong?"

Hearing Li Shiya's question, Lin Jiu said, "Li Yunlong! So it's him! Are you his descendant? Is he okay now?"

Li Shiya nodded and replied, "He is my grandfather and he is in good health now."

Looking at Li Shiya, Lin Jiu sighed: "So many years have passed, and his granddaughter has grown up so much. I will go see him when I have the chance."

Hearing this, Li Shiya said happily, "Then I look forward to your arrival, Taoist Lin Jiu. My grandfather will definitely be very happy when the time comes."

Hearing Li Shiya's words, Lin Jiu smiled and said, "Just call me Uncle Jiu!"

"Okay, Uncle Jiu!" Li Siya replied.

After talking for a while, Lin Jiu said, "Shall we set off?"

Looking at the people around him, Lin Tian asked doubtfully, "Grandpa Fugui isn't going?"

Lin Jiu replied, "Fugui is not going."

So, Lin Tian and his companions set off towards Longhu Mountain.

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