Chapitre 178: Chapter 177: The Ownership of the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit!
"Yes!" Zhukun nodded, his demeanor significantly improved. He then turned his head to glance at everyone, his eyes pausing briefly on Jiang Yun. A slight murmur rose in his heart, wondering how he could be so fortunate following this boy. Now, even the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit had materialized. He wouldn't be surprised if Jiang Yun claimed he found Origin Qi someday.
Zhukun dispelled the wild thoughts from his mind, his expression turning stern as he solemnly said, "Ziyan, you can't wander outside anymore. We are returning to Dragon Island now."
"I understand, Father!" Ziyan, understanding the gravity of the situation, also looked at Zhukun with equal seriousness.
Zhukun nodded at Ziyan, then looked at Jiang Yun and Little Medical Fairy. "Given the current urgency, let's return to Dragon Island together. We can decide on further actions afterwards!"
Neither Jiang Yun nor Little Medical Fairy had any objections, both nodding immediately.
Seeing this, Zhukun raised his hand and tore open a space passage leading directly to Void Dragon Island. Jiang Yun and the others ventured inside first.
Zhufeng, who was still unsure of what had transpired, followed the group under Zhukun's signaling gaze.
Being the last to stay behind, Zhukun gazed at the relic hidden in the void and murmured, "After all, it is the fallen land of my clan and also where the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit formed. Never encountered it before, but it possesses significant research value."
With these words, Zhukun extended his massive hand, unleashing immense power. The massive Saint Fighter relic ahead rapidly shrank until it rested in Zhukun's palm. Turning around, he stepped into the space passage.
As everyone left, the space passage sealed once more, leaving the skeletal mountain range unchanged and ancient. No one would know that a massive Saint Fighter relic had once existed there.
In the blink of an eye, the group arrived at the grand hall of Dragon Island from the Beast Domain.
Looking at Zhu Ming, who was seated beneath the Dragon King's throne, Jiang Yun and his companions felt a bit unfamiliar. However, excitement flickered in Zhufeng's eyes as he respectfully bowed.
"Zhufeng greets the Third Elder!"
Hearing Zhufeng's words, Jiang Yun and the others were surprised. They didn't expect such an illustrious figure to return. They had already learned about the state of Dragon Island during Zhukun's reign.
Knowing this Third Elder was an eight-star Saint Fighter, they were shocked to find such a master had returned to Dragon Island recently.
"Greetings, Senior!" Jiang Yun and his group also greeted after regaining their composure.
"Zhuming greets Princess. This old one is merely a small pawn in His Majesty's hands. No need for the Princess to be too formal." Zhuming stood up, kindly addressing Ziyan. Though he hadn't met her before, the strong Dragon King bloodline on her was undeniable evidence.
"Hahaha, Zhuming, since when did you become so literary!" Zhukun's figure emerged from the space passage behind, laughing heartily.
"Father."
"Your Majesty."
Zhukun nodded at everyone in acknowledgment, then, holding Ziyan's hand, he addressed Zhuming, "This is the Third Elder of the Ancient Dragon Island, my right-hand man." He sighed and added, "Unfortunately, Zuhwu and Zumu haven't responded yet. Who knows if they've perished somewhere, with no one to even collect their corpses!"
Seeing the sadness in Zhukun's eyes, everyone was at a loss for how to comfort him. Finally, Zhufeng laughed, "If they hear about His Majesty, even if dead, their souls will crawl back."
"Hmph!" Zhukun snorted, "Even if they crawl back, they'll still get a beating. If they don't return, I'll drag them out from the void myself."
Having vented his frustration, Zhukun settled his emotions and pointed to Jiang Yun and Little Medical Fairy, "This is Jiang Yun, you already know. This is Little Medical Fairy, Ziyan's friend."
Seeing Zhukun's somewhat reluctant demeanor, Zhuming felt amused. His Majesty turned slightly childish when it came to matters concerning the Princess.
After expressing his goodwill towards Jiang Yun and Little Medical Fairy, Zhuming was nonetheless shocked. Jiang Yun was even more terrifying than Zhukun had described. Such talent was unprecedented, even in his long years.
At this moment, Zhukun's face grew serious. Looking at Zhufeng, he said, "Zhufeng, you're dismissed. Without my command, no one is to enter!"
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Zhufeng tightened his expression and saluted.
Seeing Zhukun's serious demeanor, Zhuming also grew stern, looking at Zhukun gravely, "Your Majesty, has something happened?"
In an instant, Zhuming's decaying aura transformed into something terrifying, prompting glances from Ziyan and Little Medical Fairy. In their perception, Zhuming, emitting a decayed aura, became terrifying, even more so than Zhuzhou when they first saw him.
With deeper perception, Jiang Yun could see the energy tides surrounding Zhuming, surprising him. He hadn't expected Zhuming to be a nine-star Saint Fighter.
Zhukun calmly said, "Nothing, just found the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit!"
"What—"
After a moment of shock, Zhuming exclaimed, "Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit?"
"Did the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit appear again, Your Majesty? Where is it? Even if it costs my life, I must retrieve it for our clan!"
In an instant, sharp divine light flashed in Zhuming's eyes, reminiscent of the Ancient Dragon Clan's pinnacle when they tore apart any enemies in their path.
"Look at you, at this age, can't you learn to stay calm like me? The Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit is already in Ziyan's possession. Don't get too excited!"
Watching Zhukun calmly scold Zhuming, Ziyan, Jiang Yun, and Little Medical Fairy exchanged glances, their eyes twitching. When he first found out, Zhukun wasn't this calm.
"Enough!" Zhukun abruptly interrupted Zhuming.
He then turned to Ziyan, who had an excited gleam in her eyes. Looking at Zhukun, she eagerly asked, "Father, does this mean that becoming a Supreme Dragon-Phoenix can break your seal?"
Jiang Yun's gaze lingered between Zhukun and Ziyan, devoid of worry. He already knew the answer from Zhukun's reaction.
Indeed, if Zhukun could break free by becoming a Dragon-Phoenix, it'd be good for Ziyan, the Ancient Dragon Clan, and even him. However, in the long run, he hoped Ziyan would consume the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit.
Zhukun didn't immediately answer Ziyan's question but kept staring at Zhuming until he sighed, "Since Your Majesty has decided, I have no authority to interfere. I just hope Your Majesty thinks it over carefully!"
After speaking, Zhuming's form gradually faded from the hall.
Watching Zhuming disappear, Ziyan looked at Zhukun. She wasn't dumb and quickly understood his intent, earnestly saying, "Father, if becoming a Dragon-Phoenix can truly free you, then the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit should be yours!"
Zhukun turned, seriously looking at Ziyan, "This Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit is undoubtedly yours. I have already reached the peak of nine-star Saint Fighter with an Emperor-level soul. I am just one step away from Fighter Emperor. Consuming the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit now can't fully unlock its potential."
"You, on the other hand," Zhukun said solemnly, "You are my only bloodline. Compared to me at the same stage, your talent is stronger. Moreover, you haven't crossed the most crucial barrier yet: becoming a Saint Fighter!"
Pausing, Zhukun looked around and asked, smiling, "Do you know why everyone below Saint Fighter is considered an ant? Before reaching Saint Fighter, many surpass their levels—Fighter King battles Fighter Emperor, Fighter Emperor battles Fighter Sect, and so forth. Only at the Saint Fighter level, a peak Semi-Saint cannot compare to a Saint Fighter. Do you know why?"
Exchanging glances, Ziyan curiously asked, "Is it because the energy disparity between levels increases as one progresses?"
"Yes and no!" Zhukun laughed, shaking his head, "Saint Fighter is a leap in the level of life. Both the fighting energy, soul, and body get a comprehensive upgrade. This is the fundamental difference between Saint Fighters and those below."
"That's why I said, Ziyan, you are more suitable for the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit." Smiling, Zhukun patted Ziyan's shoulder.
"But..." Despite this, Ziyan still hesitated, staring at Zhukun, her heart in turmoil.
"If you want to help Jiang Yun in the Great Thousand World in the future, listen to me. Moreover, a few more years won't matter after ten thousand years!" Seeing this, Zhukun whispered in Ziyan's ear.
"I understand!" Finally, Ziyan looked at Jiang Yun and nodded earnestly.
"Hahaha!" Seeing Ziyan make up her mind, Zhukun laughed heartily, "Great! The Ancient Dragon Clan will once again welcome a Supreme Dragon-Phoenix!"
After his excitement subsided, Zhukun looked at Ziyan, "Let's not delay; we should act now!"
With this, Zhukun waved his sleeve, opening another space passage. "Follow me!"
Zhukun led the way into the space passage, and the trio followed.
After traversing the space passage again, they emerged to see an enormous space barrier familiar to Jiang Yun and his companions. It was the beast spirit barrier formed from the fall of the Ancient Dragon and Ancient Heaven Phoenix.
"What is this...?" Ziyan looked inquiringly at Zhukun.
With a complicated gaze, Zhukun explained, "I've mentioned before; the Ancient Dragon Clan has three sacred places: Dragon Tomb, Dragon Blood Pool, and lastly, this."
"The Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit appeared six times in history, each time bestowing a Supreme Beast on us and the Ancient Heaven Phoenix Clan. It marked our most glorious era, and the fallen Supreme Dragon-Phoenix of our clan lies within that beast spirit barrier."
"What..."
Hearing Zhukun's words, even Jiang Yun was taken aback, surprised to learn that the Ancient Dragon Clan had such a being's remains.
"Ziyan, consume the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit inside. It's the best place and will bring about dramatic changes in you!" Zhukun pointed to the beast spirit barrier, his gaze intense.
"I understand!" Ziyan nodded earnestly and then glanced at Jiang Yun. Pouting, she said gloomily, "Xiaoyun, we have to part again, but wait for me. It's the last time. Once I emerge, anyone who bullies you will have to deal with me!"
As she said this, she waved her fist 'fiercely.'
"I understand. I'll use this time to find the path to the Sacred Realm; otherwise, you'll surpass me by a lot!" Jiang Yun gently tugged her cheek, smiling.
Pouting, she shook his hand off, burying her head in his embrace, gently nudging him.
Soon, Ziyan raised her head and looked at Little Medical Fairy, who smiled serenely, "Ziyan, don't worry. I'll keep an eye on Jiang Yun!"
After contemplating for a while, Ziyan nodded earnestly, slightly exasperating Jiang Yun. Then she looked at Zhukun.
With a nod of caution, Zhukun formed complex hand seals. The beast spirit barrier glowed intensely in purple-gold, and the next moment, a passage for one person appeared.
Seeing this, Ziyan headed inside. Instantly, immense pressure surged from all directions. Her bloodline lamented, seemingly submitting to an internal presence.
At that moment, the dragon-phoenix fruit tattoo on Ziyan's hand glowed in purple-gold, and the oppression she just felt vanished instantly.
Instead, she felt immensely comfortable, like being embraced. During the process, her bloodline began an extraordinary transformation.
As Ziyan fully entered the beast spirit barrier, Zhukun let out a quiet sigh of relief. Even he, with an emperor-level soul, felt discomfort from the oppressive force.
"Now, we wait for Ziyan's emergence." The trio took one last look at the now tranquil beast spirit barrier before departing the site.
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