บท 205: Chapter 204: Unleashing the Cheat!
Inside the grand hall, Zi Yan, who sat formally on the Dragon Emperor's throne, swept her gaze majestically across the hall.
Zhu Kun occupied the first seat to Zi Yan's left, followed by Jiang Yun, Medusa, Qing Lin, and Little Doctor Immortal.
On Zi Yan's right side were the Dou Sheng powerhouses of the Ancient Void Dragon Clan, led by Zhu Ming.
After a moment, Zi Yan looked at Zhu Ming and asked in a calm tone, "How many seniors have returned to Dragon Island now?"
Hearing Zi Yan's inquiry, Zhu Ming replied with a serious expression, "Excluding the old Dragon Emperor, our clan now has one Nine-Star Dou Sheng, one Eight-Star Dou Sheng, six Seven-Star Dou Shengs, and thirty-seven other Dou Shengs of various levels."
After listening to Zhu Ming's report, everyone nodded. Many of the Ancient Void Dragon powerhouses displayed proud expressions upon hearing this; this was the supremacy of their magical beast race.
They were not inferior to the ancient emperor clans, and their lineage was even longer. When they roamed the continent, today's eight great clans didn't even exist.
For the first time, Medusa, Qing Lin, and Little Doctor Immortal realized the profound power base of the Ancient Void Dragons, and surprise flashed through their eyes.
They then nodded as if it was natural.
Looking at the many powerhouses of the Ancient Void Dragon Clan, a trace of reminiscence flashed in Medusa's eyes. A thought quietly surfaced in her mind as she turned to look at Jiang Yun.
When Medusa turned to look at Jiang Yun, she noticed that he was watching her with a smile. Before she could speak, Jiang Yun softly said, "Previously, there were many affairs to attend to, but now the continent is enjoying rare peace. If you want to visit the Snake-People Tribe, I will accompany you."
"You..." Medusa looked at Jiang Yun in surprise as her eyes suddenly misted over.
He always knew!
"The territory that was suitable back then seems imperfect now. You are a Six-Star Dou Sheng and can open up a space for the Snake-People Tribe. If you don't want to bother, the Underworld Serpent's land is also a perfect place. I think Yao Ming is eager for you to occupy it!"
Jiang Yun gently took Medusa's jade-like hand and continued, adding a playful remark at the end.
"Pfft!" Medusa immediately laughed, looking at Jiang Yun with affection, "I will ask the elders for their opinion when the time comes."
Jiang Yun and Medusa's low murmurs did not affect the lively atmosphere in the hall.
Zhu Kun, watching the scene before him, nodded in satisfaction, "Not bad. Although it hasn't reached our peak strength, it's still impressive!"
"Unfortunately, Zhu Mu and Zhu Wu have perished. I didn't even get a chance to see them!" Zhu Kun sighed with regret and a trace of sadness.
"Your Majesty..."
"Don't worry, I'm fine!" Responding to Zhu Ming, Zhu Kun waved it off.
"Your Majesty, with our clan's strength, we can wage war on other clans. Let's mobilize our forces to seize the ancient jade and rescue the old Dragon Emperor!" A clan elder fervently suggested.
"Yes, staying on Dragon Island every day is making me restless."
"Our island is powerful enough. It's time to let the continent know that the Ancient Void Dragon Clan has returned!"
"Your Majesty, give the order!"
The belligerent remarks resounded through the hall. Jiang Yun and others exchanged glances and smiled.
"Very well, who among you will deal with Hun Tiandi and Gu Yuan?" A sly glint flashed in Zi Yan's eyes as she solemnly asked.
Indeed, Zi Yan's words instantly silenced the noisy hall. The ones who had been shouting the loudest were now speechless.
To obtain the ancient jade from the Hun and Gu Clans meant facing Hun Tiandi and Gu Yuan, both of whom were as strong as Zhu Kun.
Among those present, even Zhu Ming might not escape from them with his life, as both possessed an advantage over him—the Emperor Realm Soul. Zhu Ming's soul realm was only at the peak of the Heavenly Realm, far below the Emperor Realm, giving him no chance in a confrontation.
Seeing the quiet hall, Jiang Yun rose and spoke softly, "We are not the ones who should be anxious but Hun Tiandi. He has collected seven pieces of ancient jade and only lacks the Xiao Clan's piece. The remaining ancient clans, Medicine Clan, and Lei Clan will guard it closely, and a major battle is inevitable..."
Jiang Yun's analysis attracted everyone's attention. Many nodded in agreement.
"Dear predecessors, like mantises stalking cicadas, we are in the dark while they are in the light. This is our advantage. Whoever collects all the ancient jade will head to the Ancient Emperor's Mansion, and that will be the best time for us to act!"
"Indeed. You old fellows should be more composed than this youngster, Jiang Yun. If we could wait for ten thousand years, a few more years are nothing." Zhu Kun joked.
"Hahaha..." Laughter filled the hall, and the elders started to leave one by one.
Soon afterward, only Jiang Yun, a few others, Zhu Kun, and Zhu Ming remained.
"Jiang Yun, Zhu Ming suffered internal injuries when breaking through to Nine-Star Dou Sheng. He doesn't have many years left. Can your current alchemy skills do anything?" Seeing everyone had left, Zhu Kun seriously asked.
Everyone's expressions turned solemn at Zhu Kun's words. Zhu Ming was Dragon Island's strongest fighter, like an anchor. If he perished before the battle, it would be disastrous.
"Elder Zhu Ming, please don't resist!" Jiang Yun said with a serious expression as he placed his hand on Zhu Ming's wrist, letting his soul energy probe Zhu Ming's condition.
After a moment, under their tense gazes, Jiang Yun contemplated and said, "Though Zhu Ming's condition is severe, the Ancient Void Dragons' strong vitality and Zhu Ming's prowess mean a Nine-Turn Phoenix Rebirth Pill can cure him."
The Nine-Turn Phoenix Rebirth Pill, ranked among the Nine Pill categories, derived from Phoenix Nirvana, can revive even the dead, provided their soul hasn't dissipated.
Zhu Ming scratched his head with a grin, feeling youthful again.
"Thank you, Jiang Yun!" Zhu Ming cupped his hands toward Jiang Yun.
"With the relationship between Zi Yan and me, helping you is a given," Jiang Yun smiled and shook his head.
"Xiao Yun, what herbs do I need? I'll send someone to get them!" Zi Yan urgently asked.
"I checked Dragon Island's warehouse last time. Most herbs are there. Some grow only in the Heavenly Demon Phoenix's domain."
"Them? Do they have anything good?" Zhu Kun skeptically asked.
"I subdued Huang Tian during the Nine Nether Yellow Springs expedition. Send an elder to the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan, and I'll have Huang Tian prepare the herbs," Jiang Yun explained to Zi Yan.
"You've subdued them already?" Zi Yan was surprised but then thought it was natural, given their weak power compared to Jiang Yun.
"I will send Elder Zhu Zhou," Zi Yan nodded and said softly.
Zhu Kun and Zhu Ming left to prepare the herbs, and once gone, Little Doctor Immortal furrowed her brow and asked Jiang Yun, "Isn't the Nine-Turn Phoenix Rebirth Pill effective but not enough for Zhu Ming's centuries-old injuries?"
Zi Yan, Medusa, and Qing Lin looked at Jiang Yun in puzzlement, believing he must have a solution.
"A standard Nine-Turn Phoenix Rebirth Pill wouldn't suffice, but combined with my Holy Heavenly Demon Flame, it will," Jiang Yun smiled at the girls.
Having initially grasped the Dao of Life and Death, Jiang Yun could now revive the dead. Even with a fallen Dou Zong, he could without external aid. His abilities would only grow stronger with time.
"I see!" The girls nodded, trusting Jiang Yun's certainty.
Deep within the Heavenly Tomb, in a strange, dark tomb mansion, Xiao Yan sat cross-legged in a blood pool, absorbing surges of powerful energy.
Outside the blood pool, Xiao Xun'er and another figure watched. The other was dressed in light green and fixated on Xiao Yan.
That man was Xiao Xuan, the closest to reaching Dou Di a millennium ago.
As the pool's water cleared, Xiao Xuan's smile grew. This was his last gift to Xiao Yan.
Soon, as the last bit of blood color faded and the pool water turned clear, both Xiao Xun'er and Xiao Xuan focused on the closed-eyed Xiao Yan.
"Boom!"
Suddenly, a loud roar erupted, and Xiao Yan let out a long roar, seemingly breaking free from shackles, his aura rapidly rising.
In an instant, he broke through from the peak of Half-Saint to One-Star Dou Sheng.
That's right, One-Star Dou Sheng.
When Xiao Yan entered the Heavenly Tomb, he was at Nine-Star Dou Zun. This time, accompanied by Gu Yuan, they reached the third layer, where Xiao Xuan took him.
Aware of the brewing war outside, Xiao Xuan gave Xiao Yan a major advantage: unlimited Dou Sheng energy cores.
With the help of Dou Sheng energy cores and Bodhi Heart, Xiao Yan reached the peak of Half-Saint in just one year, and then completed a bloodline exchange to become a One-Star Dou Sheng.
"Hahaha... Refreshing!" Xiao Yan roared, relishing the rapid surge of power.
Seeing this, Xiao Xuan and Xiao Xun'er smiled.
Next, a blood-red rune appeared on Xiao Yan's forehead, boosting his power from One-Star Dou Sheng to the peak of One-Star Dou Sheng, without any side effects. The clan emblem was indeed formidable.
"You've now cultivated a complete Xiao Clan emblem; the last of the Xiao Clan's bloodline power is yours now, Xiao Yan. The fate of the Xiao Clan rests with you!" When the clan emblem appeared, Xiao Xuan spoke earnestly.
Xiao Yan's demeanor turned serious, and with a thought, the emblem vanished under his skin.
Next moment, he knelt before Xiao Xuan and vowed, "I will not fail the trust of my ancestors."
"Good." Xiao Xuan's body trembled and he softly said.
With a force, Xiao Xuan helped Xiao Yan up, and turning away, he smiled, "It's time for you to leave the Heavenly Tomb."
A light laugh escaped Xiao Xuan, though tinged with wistfulness.
The Heavenly Tomb allowed him to exist in this form, but it also subjected him to loneliness, like a prisoner confined eternally.
"Is there no way to revive you completely?" Xiao Yan asked after a brief silence.
"Haha, some high-tier pills can indeed restore life, but I am just a remnant soul, dead for countless years, existing thanks to the tomb's magic. If there were a way to revive me...," Xiao Xuan smiled, appearing carefree, and patted Xiao Yan's shoulder, "strive to become a Dou Di!"
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