Pressure from the Many Factions, Sound Valley

Moreover, what Zi Yan said was not entirely without reason.

Ever since the Starry Sky Ancient Dragon had taken human form, Lu Yunxiao had regarded her as a member of the family, like a younger sister. Naturally, he could no longer treat her as a mount.

So, Lu Yunxiao currently had no means of transportation.

A Heavenly Demon Phoenix, however, was of noble status and possessed flight speed unrivaled among Magical Beasts. It really was quite suitable as a mount, and riding one would look rather impressive as well.

"What you said is true, but have you considered whether the Heaven Demon Phoenix Clan is so easy to provoke?"

"If we capture one of their clansmen as a mount, wouldn't they target us like mad? That would be very troublesome."

Lu Yunxiao rolled his eyes and spoke.

"Tch, it's just the Heaven Demon Phoenix Clan. What's there to fear? They're nothing but a bunch of stupid chickens."

Zi Yan planted her hands on her hips and spoke carelessly.

"Of course you're not afraid, because I'm the one they'll come after."

Lu Yunxiao raised a finger and tapped Zi Yan on the forehead, speaking irritably.

"Tch, after all that talk, you're just scared. Coward, good-for-nothing."

Zi Yan curled her lips.

She was terribly disappointed that she had failed to stir up trouble!

"Me, a coward? A good-for-nothing?"

Lu Yunxiao was both angry and amused. He gave that little backside a light smack.

"You know my identity. In this Central Continent, it's already dangerous enough. There are dangers everywhere, and yet you want to provoke the Heaven Demon Phoenix Clan too? Isn't that just asking for trouble?"

"Girl, stop fooling around. Can't you behave yourself?"

Lu Yunxiao said earnestly.

"Hmph..."

Zi Yan huffed and fell silent.

The thought of causing trouble gradually