Chapter 1113: If I Could Meet The Master, This Life

Upon hearing the astonishing feat of refining artifacts from demon corpses, the father and son were struck with awe. It dawned on them that the team leader had been absent recently, likely out hunting demons.

As they stood in shock, a member of the manure-carrying team in front of them turned back with a sigh.

"Demon corpses? They're nothing."

"This artifact was crafted using countless rare materials, unimaginable to ordinary people! As for the method of creation, it was personally devised by Master Fang, the Creator!"

"Master Fang, the Creator, is the direct disciple of the Master, ranked 40th. How could his work possibly fail?"

These few words revealed secrets that left everyone around them in stunned silence.

The creation of something as divine as a liquid crystal screen—what a terrifying level of skill!

And yet, such a figure was only the 40th-ranked disciple...

What kind of being must the Master be!

Xiong Fen's eyes widened in disbelief. Despite having thousands of years of experience, he felt utterly ignorant at this moment, like a naive young man.

Trembling with reverence, he bowed deeply.

"Dare I ask, sir, who is this Master you speak of...?"

At this question, not only did the man in front of him turn around, but several other formidable figures also turned their gazes, their eyes filled with reverence!

"The Master is the Lord of Shadow Island!"

Hiss...

Hearing even a fragment of the legends about the Lord of Shadow Island for the first time, the father and son's faces turned pale with shock.

Even though they had speculated before, hearing these words now enveloped them in overwhelming awe. The unimaginable divine figure had already taken on the stature of a god in their hearts!

Gazing at the infinitely profound liquid crystal screen, the father and son were too stunned to speak.

Standing on the edge of the cheering crowd, they felt incredibly small, as if they carried no weight at all. Yet, they also felt an immense sense of honor and pride, unable to resist the urge to shout out loud!

At that moment.

The liquid crystal screen suddenly displayed a massive image!

A young man with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes, handsome and elegant. He looked like a youthful nobleman, nothing particularly special, but the image remained unchanged...

The father and son were momentarily confused, their faces showing bewilderment.

Why was this person's image staying on the liquid crystal screen?

Before they could voice their question.

The crowd in front suddenly began to bow. Regardless of status or the terrifying level of their cultivation, they all knelt down devoutly, like a wave spreading outward!

It looked as if they were under a spell.

Xiong Fen's eyes widened in shock, and he instinctively murmured in surprise.

"What's happening..."

Before he could finish, the manure-carrying team member in front of him also knelt down, glancing back with wide eyes!

"This is the Master!"

Whoosh!!!

The father and son instantly turned deathly pale, as if they had been plunged into an icy abyss!

This...

Was actually the Master, the Lord of Shadow Island!

They had dared to question the Master's image and stood there dumbfounded. This was the height of disrespect, deserving of death a thousand times over!

The father and son quickly knelt down, prostrating themselves and trembling!

The thunderous sounds of worship echoed in their ears, and they felt their hearts tighten!

Instinctively, they joined in the chants, their faces flushed!

"All hail the Master!"

After repeatedly kowtowing, they finally calmed down a bit, but the fear and reverence in their eyes remained, like mortals in the presence of a god.

Even just catching a glimpse of the image, the Master's divine visage was deeply imprinted in their minds.

After what felt like an eternity.

The fervent crowd of worshippers gradually dispersed, though many still lingered, gazing at the massive image with reverence, as if it had become their faith.

The Xiong father and son were among them, no longer daring to speak, their eyes filled with awe as they listened to various legends.

"This is the first time I've seen the true appearance of Master Yi. Just looking at his portrait, his natural and unpretentious demeanor is something we can never hope to match!"

"The Master is a figure beyond our imagination. Even a direct disciple like Master Fang is far beyond our reach."

"Master Fang once said that what he learned from the Master was only the tip of the iceberg."

"Hiss..."

"All the great masters who have received the Master's teachings have their own paths. Who knows how many paths the Master has mastered? Truly unfathomable!"

"If I could see the Master's true appearance in this lifetime, I would have no regrets!"

Hearing these fragments of conversation, the Xiong father and son envisioned a figure of immense power and wisdom, deeply imprinting the image of the handsome young man in their minds, their eyes filled with reverence.

Returning to the construction site with great excitement, the father and son worked with renewed vigor.

Taking a break while loading the cart, Xiong Zhong couldn't help but excitedly exclaim.

"Dad, if we could meet Master Yi, our lives would be complete, wouldn't they?"

Hearing his son's ambitious words, Xiong Fen stroked his beard and laughed heartily.

"Hahaha..."

"You dare to dream, kid. What kind of existence is the Master? How could we possibly meet him? If we can work hard and live up to the name of Shadow Island, we won't have lived in vain."

As the father and son were lost in their thoughts, the team leader approached with his hands behind his back.

"Well said."

Hearing his voice, the father and son turned and bowed respectfully.

"Greetings, Team Leader!"

The team leader nodded with a smile.

"No need to be so formal, we're all friends here."

Seeing the father and son's transformed demeanor and their diligent work, tirelessly moving bricks under the night sky, the team leader was filled with satisfaction.

Two troublemakers had turned over a new leaf, working hard and staying honest. What leader wouldn't be pleased?

The team leader grew more and more satisfied, and on the spot, he handed them two sets of work uniforms!

"You've made great progress, and your awareness has improved a lot. Well done! This time's external mission will be entrusted to you two. Don't let me down!"

Hearing this, the father and son were invigorated. They solemnly accepted the uniforms and responded.

"Team Leader, rest assured, we will definitely complete the mission!"

Seeing the team leader nod in satisfaction, the experienced Xiong Fen took the opportunity to step closer and bow.

"Team Leader."

"I have some old friends who also wish to serve at our Shadow Island construction site, following you. Would that be possible...?"

The team leader was momentarily taken aback and hesitated.

"That's not easy to arrange."

"You must understand, Shadow Island isn't a place just anyone can come to. Are these people reliable?"

Xiong Fen immediately patted his chest, his expression solemn!

"Team Leader, rest assured!"

"My old friends are all honest folks! If any of them cause trouble or hold our team back, I'll be the first to kick them out!"

Xiong Zhong also vowed earnestly, his face tense!

"That's right! If anyone drags us down, we'll personally drive them away!"

Seeing the father and son's firm guarantees, the team leader reluctantly nodded.

"In that case, bring them over for a look!"

The Xiong father and son were overjoyed and repeatedly expressed their gratitude.

After a quick wash, they took advantage of the night to bid farewell and hurried off toward the exit.

The team leader watched all of this, completely in control of the ambitious father and son. Thinking of the bustling construction site in the future, a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

"Hmm, rewards and punishments clearly work. I really am a genius..."

The two figures gradually disappeared into the distance.

Once outside Shadow Island, the Xiong father and son were filled with excitement. Thinking of returning to Moon God Pavilion with treasures and important news, their eyes sparkled with anticipation.

"After we complete our mission and return, everyone will be thrilled!"

Xiong Fen said excitedly.

"Dad's right. Bringing back magical artifacts and the opportunity to visit Shadow Island—even the Pavilion Master will be overjoyed!" Xiong Zhong added.

"Should we send a message back first, so everyone can be prepared?"

"That's a good idea!"

Xiong Fen nodded in agreement.

"First, they'll be mentally prepared; second, we can inform them in advance to select the most capable elders, so we don't embarrass ourselves at Shadow Island."

As he spoke, the anticipation in Xiong Fen's eyes grew stronger.

"With the treasures and techniques we left at Moon God Pavilion, and the resources absorbed from the Heavenly Dao Sect, the Pavilion must have grown stronger. They might have even recruited some talented individuals."

The father and son grew more and more excited, and Xiong Zhong's eyes were alight with enthusiasm!

"Dad!"

"Let's focus on completing our mission quickly, then return to Lanxing immediately! With our increased cultivation and skills, why not head straight to Waterfrost Star to hunt demons?!"

In the past, the mere mention of Waterfrost Star would have filled the father and son with dread. But now, they were eager and confident, their eyes shining with determination.

It wasn't that they had become arrogant—their perspective and abilities had undergone a tremendous change. Times were different now!

Xiong Fen laughed heartily, stroking his beard, his aura rippling through the void!

"That's exactly what I was thinking!"

"Completing our mission is our top priority, and collecting demon corpses is crucial. Waterfrost Star is the perfect target! Send a message to Moon God Pavilion immediately, saying we have important business and will return in seven days with a great opportunity!"

With that, the father and son vanished into the rippling void.

When they reappeared, they were amidst a sea of stars!