Rebirth of the Scumbag and the Retribution of the White Lotus

The aftermath of the battle gradually dissipated, and the energy in the space began to calm. Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan stood there, gazing around. A strong aura of spiritual energy seemed to linger in the air. Although the black-robed figure had been defeated, they knew that this battle was not the end, but rather a new beginning.

"Do you think it's really over?" Zhao Shufang asked with a hint of uncertainty in her tone.

Lu Lingyuan sighed softly and shook his head slightly. "Although the black-robed man has been eliminated, the power of fate is far more complex than we imagined." He looked into Zhao Shufang's eyes, which were filled with deep thought. "We have broken through the restrictions he set, but this does not mean we have escaped the shackles of fate."

"Do you think fate is predetermined?" Zhao Shufang asked, frowning slightly.

Lu Lingyuan was silent for a moment, looking off into the distance, as if pondering the question. "I used to believe that fate was unchangeable. No matter how hard we tried, it would always pull us along. But after this battle, I've come to realize that fate isn't a single trajectory, but rather a woven together of countless choices and opportunities."

"So, we can choose our own destiny?" Zhao Shufang asked softly, with a complex emotion flashing in her eyes.

"Yes, we can." Lu Lingyuan nodded. "Everyone can shape a different destiny through their own choices. Just like us today, although we faced the powerful oppression of the black-robed men, we still chose to resist and ultimately took control of our own destiny."

Zhao Shufang nodded thoughtfully, her mind gradually becoming clear. She knew that everything she had experienced had far exceeded her expectations, even surpassing the comprehension of ordinary people. Now, she was no longer someone who could only be pushed around by fate, but now she had the power to change her destiny.

"What about our future?" She looked up at Lu Lingyuan with a firm gaze. "How far can we go?"

Lu Lingyuan stared at her with a gentle smile on his face: "No matter how far, we will go together. Although fate is powerful, we can use our strength and wisdom to break its shackles."

Zhao Shufang's eyes sparkled, and she felt an unprecedented strength surge within her. Although she had once been lost, she now had found her direction. No matter how many difficulties and challenges lay ahead, she was no longer afraid.

"By the way, who do you think the 'ruler' that the black-robed man mentioned is referring to?" Zhao Shufang suddenly remembered what the black-robed man said before he died, and her heart tightened.

"'The Ruler'..." Lu Lingyuan frowned. "When he mentioned this word, a hint of fear flashed in his eyes. Clearly, the 'Ruler' is extremely important to him, even crucial." He pondered for a moment and continued, "But we can only speculate now. The 'Ruler' is the true source of the power that controls destiny. Perhaps he is even more powerful than the man in black."

Zhao Shufang's mood grew heavier. "If the 'Dominator' is as powerful as the black-robed man claims, then the challenge we face will be even more daunting than we imagined."

"Yes." Lu Lingyuan took a deep breath, "But we can't retreat. Now that we've come this far, there's no reason to give up."

Zhao Shufang nodded, her eyes firm. "Then let's move on."

The two exchanged a silent, silent smile. Though the battle had been fierce, it was only the beginning, and the road ahead would be difficult. Now that they had chosen to move forward, there was no turning back.

Just as they were about to leave this space, a strange vibration suddenly came from the sky, as if the entire world was undergoing drastic changes. The two of them stopped in their tracks and looked up at the sky.

"This is..." Zhao Shufang frowned.

"It's an unusual fluctuation." Lu Lingyuan's eyes became serious. "This fluctuation comes from an extremely powerful existence. It seems to have some connection with the 'Dominator'."

"We must find out." Zhao Shufang said without hesitation, her eyes firm.

"Let's go." Lu Lingyuan nodded slightly, following Zhao Shufang's steps, the two quickly left this space and flew towards the source of the fluctuation.

Along the way, they were completely focused, and the atmosphere was extremely solemn. Although the previous battle had made them realize that their strength had greatly increased, this new fluctuation made them feel an unprecedented threat.

After flying through layers of fog, they finally found the source of the fluctuations within an ancient ruin. It was a massive altar, intricately carved with runes and emitting a strong black light.

"This is..." A hint of surprise flashed in Zhao Shufang's eyes, "This is an ancient restriction."

Lu Lingyuan's expression also became extremely solemn. "It seems that this place has some deep connection with the 'Dominator'."

"We have to be careful." Zhao Shufang said vigilantly.

Just as they were about to investigate further, the runes on the altar suddenly flashed with a powerful light, and the entire space began to vibrate violently. A powerful force was suddenly released, almost suffocating the two men.

"We've fallen into a trap!" A trace of panic flashed in Lu Lingyuan's eyes, "This altar is a trap!"

However, before they could finish their words, they were completely surrounded by this force, trapped in an inescapable restraint. Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan were gradually swallowed up and disappeared into the endless darkness...