Kapitel 25: Fate Of The Profound Sky I

"You heard right." The Golden Crow divine spirit confirmed, chuckling a little. "It's only a hundred times… a man of your vitality should be able to accomplish such a goal without much difficulty."

"Pfft, she's built like a fourteen-year-old girl… how could I get off to that once, let alone a hundred times?" Xiao Jiantian shook his head with disapproval. "Secondly, I'm not a man who wears protection so I'm not risking having a child with a stranger. Oh, did I mention that it hasn't even been two hours since we met? Lastly, I don't have the time for that."

"Fourteen-year-old? Excuse you, I'm a hundred and sixty-nine years old."

"That's quite the funny number, you know." Xiao Jiantian chuckled.

"Besides, why would I couple with a man like you? You're insufferable, vile and a complete brute."

"Why, I'd say the same about you." Xiao Jiantian countered. "Minus the brute part since you're far too flat to be described that way. Though I have to say, for someone your size, you're rather violent."

"Hmph, I'd wager it's as long as my thumb and as wide as a needle."

"Hoho, you can believe that." Xiao Jiantian smirked confidently, knowing his body full well. "But truly, a few pumps of my third leg in your vag and you won't be thinking about anything else for weeks."

"Haha, it seems that I have stumbled upon a lover's quarrel." The Golden Crow divine spirit remarked. "Perhaps, I should give you two time to figure this out, hmm?"

"I have nothing to lose here as I already got what I wanted." Xiao Jiantian shrugged. "Though, I'd feel far too cruel leaving you in the dust like this without an opportunity to regain the honour of the Illusory Demon Imperial Family. The reason why the Demon Emperor's legacy is what it is today is partly my fault, in the end."

"So, how about a deal?" Xiao Jiantian stroked his chin. "I've been needing a good maid for quite some time... and this King's standards are set pretty high, even for low positions such as those. So, what I propose is that you be my personal maid for say...-"

"Personal maid?" Huan Caiyi scoffed, outright rejecting the idea. "I am the Little Demon Empress of the Illusory Demon Realm!"

"Say, five... three years?" Xiao Jiantian chuckled, ignoring her earlier statement. "Yes, you may be the Little Demon Empress of some continent but I've had countless princesses of lands thousands of times larger than the Illusory Demon Realm offer to be even less than that."

"Is that so? And where are these lands you speak of?"

"Higher above, the Realm of the Gods and the place that I once oversaw. To make you fully understand, monarchs are nothing more than lowly workers there. If anything, this offer is far more beneficial to you than it is to me."

"I'll only be staying here for a single day so you had better make your decision swiftly." Xiao Jiantian turned around and faced the exit.

"Be a maid and receive a hundred rounds of yang energy as a reward after three years... my, what an offer. I'd love to see this play out." The Golden Crow divine spirit remarked with (perverted) interest in her eyes.

"Oh, I almost forgot. How would you feel about being reborn? I have the Phoenix already... but it wouldn't hurt to have more divine beings in my ranks."

"The Phoenix, you say? You'd have to abandon her if you wish to have me. It wouldn't be much of a loss, though, as I am the superior Divine Bird in every way."

"No, I quite like the company of the Phoenix." Xiao Jiantian objected without hesitation. "Now tell me this, Golden Crow divine spirit; is it your desire to rot away with the passage of time or rise with me in my new golden age?"

"You strike a hard bargain, Xiao Jiantian. But I won't allow the lowly Phoenix to outshine me... ever, it is strictly against the Golden Crow's beliefs! Therefore, I accept."

"Hmm, good." Xiao Jiantian nodded, releasing a drop of his divine blood essence and dropping several invaluable resources onto the ground. Having done this before, it was an even smoother process than with the Phoenix.

After a massive explosion of golden flames, an immensely beautiful woman floated before Xiao Jiantian. Her true appearance was in reality similar to Huan Caiyi's, at least build-wise. She had long white hair that almost reached her knees, paired with a set of shining golden eyes that were rather seductive. She was quite short and petite... which Xiao Jiantian did not expect. For her arrogant personality, he expected someone with a set of big melons. Alas, he got something that was comparable to a small plum.

"Hahaha..." Xiao Jiantian couldn't help but break out into a booming roar of laughter. "HAHAHAHA!"

"... What are you laughing at!?" The reborn Golden Crow inquired rather urgently.

"Nothing, nothing at all... it's just... you said you were superior in every way? The Phoenix has you beat in appearance, clearly-"

"How rude...! If you weren't so divine, I would've burned your face by now."

"Right... whatever you say, Golden Crow. I'm going back to the Demon Imperial City."

"Where are you going? I haven't made my decision yet."

"Then you best hurry." Xiao Jiantian replied to Huan Caiyi before retracing his steps.

After returning to the Demon Imperial City, Xiao Jiantian decided not to reveal his true identity to the Yun Family. In what time he had, the reunion would simply be rushed. Yun Che wasn't there yet in terms of strength, either... however, there were a few things he could still do.

"You should be good now." Xiao Jiantian stood up after working his magic on Yun Qinghong, restoring his old power.

"... My old strength has been fully restored...!" Yun Qinghong bowed to show respect to Xiao Jiantian after his enthusiasm faded. "Thank you for all that you've done."

"Eh, it's nothing much. By the way, do you happen to know a man called Xiao Ying?"

"... I do."

"Well, I want you to give this to his son if you can." Xiao Jiantian handed Yun Qinghong one Mighty Heavenly Divine Awakening Pellet. "It's a highly effective pellet for cultivation with minimal drawbacks."

When he was about to ask why, Xiao Jiantian's figure vanished.

"And this is why he has no friends..." The Golden Crow followed him, leaving Yun Qinghong confused.

"My lovely Empress, Caiyi, I was simply teasing you. The truth is, both your gorgeous face and body are perfect for me." He held her chin up just like before, speaking in a soft and seductive tone. The calm yet flaming glow in his azure eyes was fearsome enough to burn through any maiden's heart.

"You see, when a flat-chested girl hugs you, she holds you closer to her heart... and your heart is all I need."

As he moved in for the kiss... her vision grew blurry and ended when Xiao Jiantian tapped her forehead.

...

"Made your decision yet?"

Her eyes opened to reality, where Xiao Jiantian stood to the side of her. She had been daydreaming instead of meditating... upon the sudden realisation of this and seeing Xiao Jiantian right there, she blushed and stood up immediately.

"Is everything alright...?" Xiao Jiantian asked, slightly concerned. 'Am I just becoming naturally frightening?'

"Everything is... fine." Huan Caiyi shook her head, took a deep breath and recovered from her previous state. "I'll do it. After precisely three years, however, you will ensure that you keep your end of the bargain. Promise me that you will... so-called man of your word."

"I promise that you will have the complete Golden Crow legacy shortly after your three-year service as my maid." Xiao Jiantian nodded, confirming what he said confidently. "As a bonus, I will return the Demon Emperor Seal to you as well."

"You have it!?"

"I can take it anytime I want... so yes, I do have it."

After coming to a mutual agreement, Huan Caiyi made a public statement that she was in closed-door cultivation and that no one could disturb her for three years. Afterwards, Xiao Jiantian jumped back to the Profound Sky Continent.

The conference was bustling with activity, having been due to begin shortly.

Bump.

"Oh, if it isn't Jin Zhihao." Bo Chang, first and the crown prince of the Black Fiend Nation, smiled as he bumped into Jin Zhihao who was also the crown prince of the Grand Asura Nation. Having the same status and being only a year apart, the two were more or less rivals. "I heard you had yet another successful campaign against the Sunflower Dew Nation."

"What of it?" Jin Zhihao asked as he looked at Bo Chang indifferently.

"Don't be so cold, my friend. I only wished to say that rather than leading lowly peasants, perhaps you should focus more on your profound strength." Bo Chang smiled. "You know, the Seven Nation Ranking Tournament is less than three years away and it would be a great shame if the Grand Asura Nation fell beneath my Black Fiend Nation."

"That tournament is meaningless... although I admit that it would be rather amusing to take away the golden crown from the Divine Phoenix Empire." Jin Zhihao stated, showing some enthusiasm.

"Pfft, now you think you can take on the Divine Phoenix Empire's young generation."

"You'd be surprised... I've grown far stronger since we last sparred." Jin Zhihao replied, smiling a little. "Chang... you wouldn't even be a challenge."

"Hahaha... we'll see about that, Zhi. I'll even fight you in your preferred habitat; a hundred thousand soldiers each and whoever wins will surrender twenty thousand kilometres of land."

"You want a battle, huh? Alright... deal."

Meanwhile, the Saint Emperor, Heavenly Monarch and Sovereign of the Seas sat at their respective tables. Saying that they were nervous was a severe understatement... yes, the mythical Divine Sword Master had spared their ancestors before but it was unlikely to happen twice. This was more or less a formality to officially remove them from the face of the Profound Sky Continent. Deep down, they all thought this.

The platform had a rather simple format; a table of twenty for each notable faction. The only exception was Xiao Jiantian's group who were given their own table despite not being directly related to a major power. Being the model Sacred Ground that they are, the Mighty Heavenly Sword Region provided all seated spectators with everything they needed from food and drinks to protection. Even those who weren't exactly invited were well taken care of.

The intimidating yet glorious presence of all six Sword Attendants, sixteen level 9 and thirteen late level 8 monarchs from the Mighty Heavenly Sword Region meant that no one dared to even think about fighting or disrupting the event.

As they were all expecting Xuanyuan Jiantian, someone else walked across the middle of the platform. It was none other than Xuanyuan Wentian, the Sword Master, holding the Mighty Heaven Collapsing Sword in his left hand.

"My apologies, the Divine Sword Master Xuanyuan Jiantian has left the task of overseeing this conference to me." Xuanyuan Wentian stated as he walked to the very end, turning around to face every seated person. "And so, I will carry out his wishes."

"Huangji Wuyu, Spiritual Master Bitter Agony, Spiritual Master Nine Lamentations, Ye Meixie, Divine Envoy Heavens Equal, Qu Fengyi and Venerable Purple. All of the level ten monarchs that I have addressed... please stand up from your seats and walk over to me."

Xuanyuan Wentian's mannerisms and speech were that of a gentleman... with the added touch of killing intent.

Once they stood beneath him, he continued his speech. "So, my old friend... or Saint Emperor as they call you. Explain what happened about a week ago."

"We all... ambushed you while you were peacefully meditating."

"Honesty... we need more of that in this world." Xuanyuan Wentian raised the Heaven Collapsing Sword and drove its blade right through Huangji Wuyu before he could even blink. "We could've been something great... but alas, you let your own desires blind you. I suppose the Sacred Heart of the Absolute Monarch Sanctuary isn't so absolute, hmm?"

He withdrew the blade from Huangji Wuyu's chest, allowing him to fall onto the ground.