He gritted his teeth, as if making the most important decision of his life.
"Zhu Xiu, this child, is fated with me."
His voice was not loud, yet it was filled with undeniable determination.
"This act of cruelty or not, I will decide!"
Xuan Turtle was resolute in heading towards the Human Dao Imperial City, and upon seeing this, Kunpeng and Zhenwu had little to say.
They knew that when an old turtle who hadn't moved for millions of years decided to take a journey, no strength could make him turn back.
They could only stand up, respectfully bowing their hands to Xuan Turtle.
"Daoist, take care!" Kunpeng's voice carried a tinge of regret.
"Daoist, safe travels!" Zhenwu's blessing was heartfelt.
"Farewell then!"
Xuan Turtle waved to them, turned around, and transformed into a mysterious light, gracefully leaving.
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Xuan Turtle Daoist bid farewell to his two worried old friends and headed south.
