Temporary Truce

After Chu Feng stepped into the Phoenix Clan's grand hall, his expression was solemn, a hint of weariness in his brows.

Yuan Feng, seated on a high throne, saw Chu Feng return. A flicker of doubt crossed her eyes as she asked with concern, "Young friend Chu, what was the outcome of your visit to the Dragon Clan?"

Chu Feng let out a soft sigh and recounted the events to everyone present.

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire hall was engulfed in fury.

"Insolent!"

Lie Yan slammed her palm on the table and stood up abruptly. She had a fiery temper.

"The Dragon Clan dares to insult our esteemed guest from the Phoenix Clan like this? They're practically slapping the face of our Phoenix Clan!"

Another young general chimed in, "Clan Leader, we should dispatch troops immediately, raze the Dragon Clan's sacred land, and let them know the price of offending our esteemed guest!"

Yuan Feng's eyes flashed with anger upon hearing this, and she was about to speak when an old woman in a green robe stopped her. It was Feng Yuan, an elder of the Phoenix Clan.

"Everyone, please calm down."

Feng Yuan's gaze swept over the crowd as she slowly said, "What young friend Chu just said is not false. There is likely another hidden reason behind this matter. Rushing to send troops might lead us into someone else's trap."

"Hmph, Elder Feng Yuan, you're just afraid of trouble!" Lie Yan snorted coldly.

"General Lie, you exaggerate," Feng Yuan replied with a slight smile, unfazed. "This old woman merely believes that acting rashly before understanding the truth will only complicate matters further."

Seeing that neither side would back down, Yuan Feng released her aura and reprimanded, "Enough! Now is not the time for impulsiveness."

"Clan Leader, what should we do next?" Lie Yan asked.

A mysterious smile curved Yuan Feng's lips. She then formed a hand seal and cast a restriction, saying, "Come closer and listen..."

Meanwhile, after receiving the information transmitted by the Heavenly Dao, Hongjun fell into deep thought. "It seems I need to help him appropriately."

Time was of no consequence, and five hundred years passed in the blink of an eye.

At Yuan Feng's invitation, Chu Feng stayed at the Volcano of Immortality.

During this time, he often engaged in Dao discussions with the phoenixes of the clan, and their relationships grew much closer.

"Fellow Daoist Chu, please lend me your aid!" Lie Yan suddenly transmitted her voice to Chu Feng.

After some investigation, Lie Yan discovered some clues amidst the escalating disputes between the Dragon and Phoenix Clans.

After replying to her message, Chu Feng set off to provide support, traveling at great speed, his figure weaving through the mountains and forests.

The setting sun was like blood, illuminating the land. A faint scent of blood permeated the air.

Chu Feng frowned, sensing unusual activity ahead. He flashed forward and landed on a cliff.

In the valley not far away, a woman was staggering and fleeing. She wore a green scale armor, her silver hair flying, and sharp sword energy slashed through the air behind her, aiming for her vital points.

Her steps were unsteady, clearly indicating she was heavily injured, yet a hint of stubbornness shone in her eyes.

"Ao Ling!"

Chu Feng recognized the figure and his heart trembled. Without hesitation, he leaped down. He formed a hand seal, and the spiritual energy within him surged, transforming into a golden light that shot towards the enemy.

Seeing this, several black-clothed cultivators' expressions changed drastically. They exchanged glances, not daring to linger, and immediately fled into the sky.

After the enemies departed, Chu Feng quickly stepped forward, supported Ao Ling, and asked, "Are you alright?"

Ao Ling looked up, her gaze falling on Chu Feng's face. A faint blush appeared on her cheeks, and the corners of her lips curved upwards. "So it's you..."

Chu Feng chuckled, "What? Is that all you have to say when you meet your savior?"

As he spoke, he took out a bottle of healing pills from his embrace and handed it over. "Take this first."

Ao Ling took the pills but did not swallow them immediately. She asked softly, "Why are you here?"

"I came to support a friend. I didn't expect to run into you under these circumstances."

Ao Ling seemed lost in thought and nodded slightly, asking no further questions.

"What exactly happened to you? Why are you being chased?" Chu Feng asked in surprise.

Ao Ling sighed softly and slowly explained, "Someone is instigating conflict between the Dragon and Phoenix Clans from behind the scenes, trying to make the two clans break off completely. I accidentally discovered some truths and was deemed a traitor by the Sixth Elder."

"It seems this Sixth Elder has a problem," Chu Feng said with a solemn expression. He then discussed with Ao Ling, asking her to notify the Dragon Clan.

Several days later, at the Dragon Clan's sacred land, Ancestral Dragon and Yuan Feng were seated on opposite sides of the hall.

Ancestral Dragon, clad in golden scale armor, looked at Yuan Feng opposite her and slowly said, "Fellow Daoist Yuan Feng, why have you come today?"

Yuan Feng, dressed in a crimson and gold feather robe, smiled slightly. "I have come to resolve a misunderstanding."

Ancestral Dragon's gaze shifted slightly. "Are you referring to Chu Feng's matter?"

"Precisely," Yuan Feng nodded. "Chu Feng is not a spy from my Phoenix Clan, but rather came to inform us about the Calamity. I didn't expect you to misunderstand him, even having elders attack him."

Ancestral Dragon remained silent for a moment, then slowly said, "I have also heard Ao Ling's detailed report on this matter. It was our Dragon Clan's fault."

Yuan Feng's expression softened slightly and she proposed, "It's not too late to understand now. For years, our Dragon and Phoenix Clans have been in constant conflict. It's time to cease hostilities and recuperate."

Ancestral Dragon pondered for a moment, then walked towards Yuan Feng and extended her hand. "Very well, from today onwards, the Dragon Clan and the Phoenix Clan will temporarily cease hostilities."

The Primordial World doesn't count years. With Ao Ling's help, the Dragon and Phoenix Clans finally reached a temporary ceasefire agreement.

To express her gratitude for Chu Feng saving her again, she decided to personally go to the Volcano of Immortality to find him.

Volcano of Immortality.

Chu Feng was currently sitting cross-legged at the edge of the crater, a faint barrier of flames surrounding him. His eyes were slightly closed as he absorbed spiritual energy.

After the Dragon and Phoenix Clans ceased hostilities, at Yuan Feng's invitation, Chu Feng decided to stay here to cultivate. With Yuan Feng providing resources, Chu Feng was happy to do so.

Just then, a commotion came from the distance, followed by a clear voice, tinged with anger, "I've already stated my intentions, why are you still blocking me?"

Chu Feng frowned, opened his eyes, and looked in the direction of the sound.

Not far away, several Phoenix Clan warriors in golden feather battle armor had surrounded a woman. This woman was Ao Ling of the Dragon Clan.

"You're from the Dragon Clan, who would believe you're here with no ill intentions? Even though there's a ceasefire agreement now, people's hearts are unpredictable."

Ao Ling suppressed her anger, trying to keep her tone calm. "I hope we can have less suspicion between us. Otherwise, even if we stop fighting now, conflict will inevitably erupt again in the future."

"Shut up!"

Lie Yan shouted, waving her spear. "You little dragon girl, how dare you lecture our Phoenix Clan here? If you don't retreat today, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

As soon as she finished speaking, several Phoenix Clan warriors behind her also drew their swords, and the atmosphere instantly became tense.

Just as a major battle was about to break out, a figure descended from the sky like a meteor, blocking between the two...

"Enough!"

Chu Feng stood in the center of the battlefield, his gaze sweeping over everyone, and finally landed on Lie Yan. "Fellow Daoist Lie Yan, how about doing me a favor and letting her in?"

Lie Yan cupped her hands in a salute, unwilling to back down. "Fellow Daoist Chu, her identity is special. If we let her in rashly, it might lead to unforeseen circumstances..."

Chu Feng snorted lightly and slightly released his aura. "She is my friend. If Fellow Daoist Lie Yan finds it difficult, I will take her and leave the Volcano of Immortality before making a decision. What do you think, Fellow Daoist Lie Yan?"