The light gradually dispersed, and the figure of the Kai Ming beast Lu Wu fully emerged, just as it was before. Nine human faces adorned its tiger body, radiating majesty and immense size.
Now resurrected and returned, it let out a roar towards the heavens, its sound shaking the clouds. It was full of vigor and vitality, showing no sign of having ever faced death.
"This is truly miraculous. I never imagined I'd witness such peculiar events!"
"This resurrection is truly incredible, almost on par with Sister Hou Tu's reincarnation!"
"However, there are differences. Sister Hou Tu's reincarnation involves the loss of memories, while this Kai Ming beast Lu Wu doesn't seem to have such an issue."
The Golden Winged Great Peng and the other two, though they already knew that Lu Wu could be resurrected, were still amazed to witness it firsthand.
Looking at the immense figure emerging from the light, they even began to discuss the similarities and differences between Lu Wu's resurrection and the underworld's cycle of reincarnation.
Their words naturally alerted the newly resurrected Lu Wu. It turned its gaze towards them.
"It's you! You!"
Lu Wu's gaze swept over the beings on the Treasure Distribution Rock and landed on Xu Fang, exclaiming in surprise.
"Indeed! It is I!"
Xu Fang replied with a smile. As his voice fell, he willed it, and a host of magical treasures immediately flew out, encircling Lu Wu tightly.
He recalled how, in his carelessness with the Treasure Distribution Rock, he had directly shattered Lu Wu, leaving it in a confused state.
The Queen Mother of the West, as well as Yuan Shi and Tong Tian, were unaware of Lu Wu's resurrection time. Xu Fang didn't want to waste time waiting idly.
Unexpectedly, just as he was about to leave Kunlun Mountain, Lu Wu coincidentally resurrected. This was fate favoring him, and Xu Fang wouldn't miss the opportunity.
Of course, he had to question it properly. Even if he couldn't figure out the matter of the stone gate, he needed to understand why Lu Wu could hear the language of magical treasures.
This matter was not only on Xu Fang's mind but also troubled and intrigued the magical treasures. Without Xu Fang even speaking, they were already bombarding Lu Wu with questions.
"Kai Ming beast Lu Wu, right? Stop being so dull. We know you can hear us!"
"Indeed, tell us properly, why can you hear our words?"
"If you don't give us a clear explanation today, we absolutely won't let you off!"
The magical treasures pressed on, as this matter, if left unresolved, was a lingering shadow over them all.
"Senior! What are you doing!"
"The Treasure Distribution Rock has gone mad, Senior, quickly stop it!"
"I want to go see that Lu Wu, let me out, why can't I fly out!"
Three voices rapidly receded. Xu Fang waved to the Golden Winged Great Peng and the other two standing on the Treasure Distribution Rock, but he did not stop the Treasure Distribution Rock.
What was about to be discussed was a matter of great secrecy. It was better that these three little followers did not know too much!
Seeing the Treasure Distribution Rock obediently taking them away, Xu Fang felt relieved and focused his gaze on Lu Wu.
"Lu Wu, it's like this. I can hear the language of magical treasures because of my origin and background."
Xu Fang looked at Lu Wu and said.
"I, however, want to know why you can also hear the language of magical treasures?"
"Hmph! You fellow, you actually possess so many magical treasures. You're just bullying with riches!"
Lu Wu looked at Xu Fang and let out a cold snort. It was this very being who had commanded the magical treasures to smash him to death once.
Although he could be resurrected, the pain had been real. This debt certainly wouldn't be settled so easily.
However, despite his poor attitude, Lu Wu still answered Xu Fang's question.
"My ability to hear the speech of magical treasures is innate. I never expected you, this scoundrel, to also possess it. What is going on?"
Although Lu Wu was displeased with Xu Fang, he was still very curious. Why did this being before him possess an innate ability that he himself considered unique in the Primordial Era?
However, Lu Wu's answer clearly did not satisfy the many magical treasures present, who began to berate him.
"Lu Wu! You're still not telling the truth, are you?"
"Lu Wu! Understand the situation, don't court death!"
"Shall we recreate it for you one more time, to make you remember?"
All the magical treasures felt Lu Wu was being perfunctory and were quite displeased, preparing to take action.
Seeing this, Lu Wu looked at the shining magical treasures and his expression turned startled, yet he still refused to yield.
"What is this, ganging up on me?"
"I'm telling the truth. You can't just attack me because you're not satisfied, right?"
Saying this, Lu Wu hardened his heart and became defiant.
"You could kill me, Lu Wu, once, but can you kill me a thousand, ten thousand times?"
"Don't forget, I can be resurrected! I, Lu Wu, do not fear death. How can you threaten me with it!"
The magical treasures were rendered speechless by this.
Lu Wu had a point. They could kill him once, ten times, a thousand times, all to no avail.
Because he could be resurrected, they were essentially inexhaustible to kill. Lu Wu did not fear death, and threatening him with death seemed utterly ineffective!
Seeing that he had subdued the magical treasures, Lu Wu looked at Xu Fang and chuckled.
"Furthermore, looking at you, it seems you also don't want me to reveal your ability to communicate with magical treasures to other beings, right?"
Xu Fang and the magical treasures heard this and could only offer a wry smile. They were trying to threaten him, only to be threatened in return?
Xu Fang pondered for a moment. Seeing that Lu Wu did not seem to be lying, perhaps the ability to communicate with magical treasures was truly its innate talent?
And all of this might be the doing of the being who left the information, somehow connected to the Nine Gates.
With this thought, Xu Fang immediately spoke.
"Lu Wu, I believe you. I want to ask again about the matter of the Nine Gates."
"I don't know."
Lu Wu replied decisively. Seeing Xu Fang's displeased expression, he quickly explained.
"I only know that I am to guard these Nine Gates. As for what the Nine Gates conceal, I know nothing at all."
At this point, Lu Wu also displayed nine puzzled faces.
"Speaking of which, the Nine Gates are so sturdy, why would they need a guard?"
Xu Fang and the magical treasures heard this and agreed. For so many years, countless beings had been unable to open these Nine Gates, and it had nothing to do with Lu Wu.
Lu Wu was proclaimed the guardian of the Nine Gates, yet it felt somewhat redundant?
Xu Fang increasingly felt the strangeness of the situation. However, Lu Wu truly did not seem to be lying, which made things even more perplexing.
Of course, Xu Fang could not get anything out of him openly, but he had other methods. He immediately transmitted his voice to Lu Wu.
"Lu Wu, I'll ask you one last thing. Do you know about 'To open the gate, find the key, go to the Chaos'?"
Xu Fang thought that since he couldn't get any information, he might as well ask about this phrase he had pieced together from the Nine Gates. Of course, he had to guard against his own magical treasures, so he could only transmit his voice.
As Xu Fang's words fell, Lu Wu's expression changed dramatically, as if he had heard something incredibly significant. His nine faces displayed an expression of complex and unreadable emotions!