A day later, Gu Fei, Xiao Yi Xian, and their companions followed the map's directions, riding the Amethyst Winged Lion King as they gradually approached the Black Emperor City. As they drew closer, the vast city at the end of the road finally appeared in the group's view.
"What a majestic city!"
From the Lion King's back, Xiao Yi Xian gazed at the towering city walls in the distance, her eyes flashing with a hint of admiration.
Indeed, the Black Emperor City lived up to its name; its grand scale didn't diminish the "Emperor" title it carried. The pitch-black city walls stretched to the horizon, exuding a cold, chilling aura. Under the sunlight, the black walls reflected a faint glow, like a mirror. Anyone knowledgeable would recognize that the walls were covered with a rare material known as Black Mirror Stone.
Walls made from this material had the unique effect of deflecting certain attacks, making it an excellent choice for fortification. However, Black Mirror Stone was quite rare. That the Black Emperor Sect could use it to cover an entire city wall demonstrated their powerful foundation.
Upon arriving, Gu Fei didn't intend to waste any time. He directly rode the Lion King into the city, heading straight for the Black Emperor Sect's gate. The Lion King stopped mid-air, its enormous figure already drawing the attention of the sect members.
"Who dares trespass in our Black Emperor Sect?"
Countless Black Emperor Sect disciples stood on guard as a dozen figures flew into the sky. These were the sect elders, all of whom had reached the Dou King and Dou Emperor levels.
Seeing this, Ziyan became a little nervous. Though mischievous, she knew the strength of these dozen people before her.
"Call your sect leader Mo Tian Xing. I have something to discuss with him!"
Gu Fei stepped off the Lion King and walked on air, an action that immediately intimidated the Black Emperor Sect's Dou Emperor elders. No one expected such a young man to be a Dou Ancestor expert. Moreover, the pressure Gu Fei exuded was far stronger than their sect leader's.
As soon as Gu Fei's words fell, an elderly man in a yellow robe stepped forward through the air. His robe was embroidered with several golden pythons that, under the sunlight, reflected a faint light, as if they were alive, exuding a peculiar sense of oppression.
"What business does the senior have with me?"
Although Mo Tianxing was a three-star Dou Ancestor, he was well aware of his position in front of Gu Fei. Hence, he addressed him with great respect.
Mo Tianxing feels fear and suspicion, emotional value +30
Gu Fei glanced at him and directly asked, "Do you have the Bodhisattva Transformation Saliva?"
Upon hearing this, a flash of surprise and hesitation appeared in Mo Tian Xing's eyes. Although he hid his emotions well, Gu Fei still noticed them.
"I don't like hearing lies!"
Gu Fei snorted coldly, releasing an imposing aura that pressed down on Mo Tianxing.
Mo Tian Xing feels panic, emotional value +35
"Senior, I do indeed possess that item!"
Mo Tian Xing broke into a cold sweat and nodded. He did have the Bodhisattva Transformation Saliva but had not yet figured out how to use it. Given Gu Fei's formidable aura, Mo Tianxing suspected that Gu Fei had already learned of the item. He realized that continuing to conceal the truth might bring disaster, so he wisely decided not to hide the fact that he had it.
"I'll exchange some pills for that Bodhi Transformation Saliva. Do you agree?"
Gu Fei's cold gaze fell on Mo Tian Xing, his aura overwhelming.
Mo Tianxing didn't dare refuse. After a slight pause, he ordered his men to retrieve the Bodhisattva Transformation Saliva from the treasure vault and respectfully handed it to Gu Fei.
Gu Fei then casually tossed two jade bottles to Mo Tian Xing.
Mo Tianxing feels joy, emotional value +35
"It's a Zong Breaking Pill, and there's even a Spiritual Recovery Purple Pill!"
Mo Tianxing exclaimed in delight. He had thought that encountering a powerhouse like Gu Fei would inevitably lead to financial loss, but he hadn't expected to gain something valuable in return. These two pills together were worth more than the still-unknown Bodhisattva Transformation Saliva!
"Thank you, senior!"
A flicker of excitement crossed Mo Tian Xing's eyes as he quickly stowed away the pills before bowing deeply to Gu Fei.
Gu Fei paid him no attention and directly returned to the Amethyst Winged Lion King's back.
"I didn't expect it to go so smoothly!"
Xiao Yi Xian, Qing Lin, and Ziyan gathered around him. They all knew that this item was essential for treating Xiao Yi Xian's condition.
"Mo Tian Xing was quite sensible!"
Gu Fei chuckled and took out the Transformation Saliva from his spatial ring. In front of them was a transparent crystal box that reflected a dazzling, dreamlike light under the sun. Inside the crystal box, a faint, mysterious glow swirled around.
Within the glow was a fist-sized, jade-green, viscous substance that floated and swayed as if alive. The greenish liquid floated in mid-air, seemingly supported by nothing, and it appeared to have some intelligence, slowly drifting within the box. The strange glow on its surface made it look exceptionally magical.
Xiao Yi Xian's beautiful eyes were filled with curiosity, while Qing Lin and Ziyan moved closer, staring intently at the Bodhi Transformation Saliva.
"Big Brother Gu Fei, where are we going next?"
After a while, Ziyan licked her lips, swallowed several pills, and tilted her head to ask.
Gu Fei smiled. "Central Plains."
Ziyan feels excitement, emotional value +100
"Really? That's awesome!"
Gu Fei's plan was to leave the North-western region and head to Central Plains. This region no longer held much interest for him. Their first destination was the nearest city with a spatial wormhole, Horizon City. There, Gu Fei planned to use the spatial wormhole to travel to Central Plains.
Considering this for a moment, Gu Fei decided to give the Lion King a Body Transformation Pill so it could control the space ship in the spatial passage.
Amethyst Winged Lion King feels joy, emotional value +30
"Thank you, master!"
A deep voice echoed as the Lion King consumed the Transformation Pill. Its beastly eyes closed tightly as intense purple light began to radiate from its body.
Seeing this, Ziyan's eyes widened in surprise.
"Big Brother Gu Fei, I want a Transformation Pill too!" Ziyan pleaded cutely, looking at Gu Fei.
Hearing this, Gu Fei patted Ziyan's head and said, "I'll give you one when you reach Dou Emperor level."
"Alright then!"
Ziyan pouted but reluctantly agreed, then turned and began to focus on her training.