All eyes turned to the opening of the Dragon Phoenix Ranking (part two)

Sword Peak is a unique sight in Yanling Commandery, and even in the entire Great Qin Empire. It is a mountain peak that stands tall and straight like a sword, reaching into the clouds, with steep cliffs all around. Only Sword Peak can be described as such a unique peak.

Normally, the sword's edge is steep and difficult to climb, so this place should be deserted. But today, it is bustling with people, and the sounds of buying and selling are endless.

It turns out that with the Dragon Phoenix Ranking about to open, nine thick Chains hang down from the sword's edge, and most Cultivator, as long as they have the courage, can climb to the top of the Sword Peak by following the Chains.

Although the Dragon Phoenix Ranking will not officially begin for another two or three days, many Cultivators from the Cultivation World have already gathered here impatiently. A large portion of them are simply there to watch the excitement and see what the young Genius Disciple of Yanling Commandery are like. Of course, there are also many Cultivators who possess Exotic Treasure and want to take advantage of this grand event to sell them for a good price.

The Phoenix Winged Black Tiger, its wings fluttering, carried Zhuge Xiang and Qin Qing, who flew directly from the direction of the Asura Sect Phoenix Winged Black Tiger. Many people paid attention to Zhuge Xiang's arrival, but few recognized him.

Most of those who reached the summit of Sword Peak did so by climbing up Chains. Only a small number of Cultivator possessed Flying Magic Artifact, and those who flew up on Mount like Zhuge Xiang were even rarer. His identity was the subject of much discussion and speculation among the crowd.

"This Sword Peak is quite lively..." Zhuge Xiang to himself as he jumped down from the back of the Phoenix Winged Black Tiger and looked around. Sword Peak was much more lively than last time. He also liked this kind of lively scene. Perhaps he could find quite a few good things among these various transactions.

"Grandpa, look, this big cat even has wings! It's so fun..." On the summit of Sword Peak, at a stall, a little girl of about five or six years old looked at the Phoenix Winged Black Tiger with great curiosity and ran towards Zhuge Xiang with her little feet.

"Niu Niu, come back!" Seeing the little girl's behavior, an old man of about sixty or seventy years old at the stall called out urgently. A young master who could ride a huge Monster Beast Mount must be of noble birth. It would be bad if he offended her.

"Please, little girl, where do you think I look like a cat? I'm clearly a tiger!" The Phoenix Winged Black Tiger, a dignified Fairy, was actually mistaken for a cat. It glared at the tiger and said unhappily.

"Refined throat bone, speaking human language? Fairy Mount!?" The Phoenix Winged Black Tiger's words caused everyone on Sword Peak to pale in horror. After all, the Dragon Phoenix Ranking was a competition among Cultivator under thirty years old in Yanling Commandery, yet someone here actually possessed Fairy Mount?

"Wah..." The Phoenix Winged Black Tiger was a killing-type Demonic Creatures. Although it had no malicious intent, its mere glare was enough to intimidate people. The little girl was so frightened by the Phoenix Winged Black Tiger that she burst into tears instantly.

"I'm so sorry, young master, my little granddaughter has offended you..." The old man next to him was startled when he heard the Phoenix Winged Black Tiger speak in human language. He hurriedly came to Zhuge Xiang and bowed and apologized. Being able to ride Fairy Mount that even if he was not strong, he must have an amazing background.

"Uncle, you're too kind. It was my Mount that was too fierce and scared the little girl." Zhuge Xiang, despite his reputation as God of Slaughter, came from Beggar and had experienced the coldness and warmth of the world. He never bullied the weak who lived at the bottom. Qin Qing, who was beside him, gently wiped away the little girl's tears.

"Elder Sister, you're so beautiful," the little girl exclaimed, her innocent eyes fixed on Qin Qing.

"Thank you, young master." Seeing that Zhuge Xiang showed no sign of blaming his granddaughter for her outburst, the old man secretly breathed a sigh of relief and kept thanking him.

Those watching were buzzing with discussion. Someone Mount Fairy mount must be of extraordinary status, and given her kind demeanor, what could her identity be?

"A mighty God of Slaughter, yet I never expected to see such a kind side of him. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I truly wouldn't believe it..." Just then, a laugh suddenly rang out, followed by a strong stench of blood. Swaying and staggering like a drunkard, Blood Heart Sword Pei Yingxiao walked over.

"Pei Yingxiao?" Few people knew Zhuge Xiang, but many knew Pei Yingxiao. How many people in Yanling Commandery did not know the fearsome reputation of Blood Heart Sword Pei Yingxiao? Seeing him appear, and then seeing the blood-red wine stains at the corner of his mouth, almost everyone gave him a wide berth.

"The God of Slaughter? Could it be? That young master is the God of Slaughter, Zhuge Xiang?" However, there were also some sharp-witted young men among the onlookers who noticed Pei Yingxiao's words. Then, as if they had realized something, they exclaimed in surprise, staring intently at Zhuge Xiang with astonishment, amazement, and a hint of admiration in their eyes.

"What? He's the legendary God of Slaughter, Zhuge Xiang? How is that possible? I've heard he's eight feet tall, with an eight-foot waist, Green-Faced Fangs, a fierce and menacing figure. He doesn't look like that at all; he looks more like a scholar."

"Zhuge Xiang? I've heard he's a ruthless killer, which is why he earned the title of God of Slaughter. But looking at his kind appearance, he doesn't seem to fit the image of God of Slaughter at all."

"You can't be mistaken? I've heard that Zhuge Xiang comes from the Asura Sect, Demonic Sect. How could he be so elegant, humble, and polite?"

Upon hearing Zhuge Xiang's identity, the onlookers were all incredibly astonished. They could hardly believe that this kind and humble young man, who looked to be less than twenty years old, was actually the infamous God of Slaughter whose reputation resounded throughout the entire Yanling Commandery. He had become famous overnight for killing Deity Transformation stage expert with his Yanling Commandery Innate Realm.

"Here, recently a few fools have tried to kill me, trying to get rid of this obstacle on the Dragon Phoenix Ranking, which has provided me with some good raw materials..." Pei Yingxiao said drunkenly as he tossed a wine gourd to Zhuge Xiang.

"Congratulations!" Zhuge Xiang smiled upon hearing Pei Yingxiao's words, took the Blood Heart Wine, and gulped it down.

The Dragon Phoenix Ranking is related to the Hundred Emperors Tomb, so many forces are naturally determined to obtain it and are trying every means to eliminate some of their formidable rivals on the Dragon Phoenix Ranking. This is also the hot topic in Yanling Commandery recently, Zhuge Xiang is not surprised.

"Hehe, you really understand me. The guys who came to make a move are all quite strong, so this wine tastes even better," Zhuge Xiang's words made Pei Yingxiao's eyes narrow.

If someone else were attacked and Zhuge Xiang congratulated them, the other party would definitely be angry. However, Pei Yingxiao was very happy because Zhuge Xiang meant to congratulate him on having the raw materials for Blood Heart Wine.

Upon meeting Pei Yingxiao, the two kindred spirits naturally came together. Although not many people knew Zhuge Xiang, many knew of Pei Yingxiao's infamous reputation. When many people inquired about Pei Yingxiao's identity, they learned of Zhuge Xiang's identity and kept their distance from him.

Pei Yingxiao's fearsome reputation stems from his Blood Heart Wine, which uses the hearts of powerful enemies to make wine. This horrifying method instills fear in people like tigers. However, Zhuge Xiang's fearsome reputation surpasses even that of Pei Yingxiao.

Although Zhuge Xiang doesn't possess any particularly terrifying or horrifying methods, his ability to kill Deity Transformation stage expert with only the cultivation of the Innate Realm, his ability to single-handedly turn the tide of battle on the Ancient Qin Battlefield, and his slaying of Two-Star Hairy Zombie Zhuge Xiang the recent Zombie stronghold incident—all these achievements are astonishing.

"Hehe, Brother Zhuge, the Sword Peak is the liveliest place these days. There's even an Auction tonight, selling all the finest items. You can't miss it," Pei Yingxiao said to Zhuge Xiang after a few rounds of drinks.

At this point, his face became even more mysterious as he said to Zhuge Xiang, "The Auction before the official start of the Dragon Phoenix Ranking is full of good items that can increase strength. I heard that this time there are also Peacock Plume and Stormy Pear Blossom Needles from Tang Family Fort."

"Peacock Plume?" Pei Yingxiao's words startled Zhuge Xiang, who looked at him in surprise.

Zhuge Xiang had also heard of the Peacock Tang Family Fort Peacock Plume, Shu, the group attack mechanism and Hidden Weapons, led by the Stormy Pear Blossom Needles, was specifically designed to break through Protective Qi Barrier. It could penetrate not only the Qi Refining Stage Cultivator but also the defensive qi shields of the Deity Transformation stage cultivators. As for single-target attack mechanism and Hidden Weapons, the Peacock Plume Feather was the most prestigious.

Zhuge Xiang is quite familiar with Tang Family Fort in Shu. Could it be that they will be able to produce Peacock Plume and Stormy Pear Blossom Needles in just a few days? If so, their development is truly remarkable.

"However, I don't care about things like Peacock Plume, Stormy Pear Blossom Needles, or thousand-year-old Fo-ti. What I care about most, and I believe you, Brother Zhuge, will also like, is Shennong Drink, the Shennong Drink, which is known as Nine Great Immortal Treasures wines of the Great Qin Empire." As he said this, Pei Yingxiao's face was full of longing.

"Shennong Drink?" Upon hearing Pei Yingxiao's words, Zhuge Xiang was unfamiliar with Shennong Drink, but Qin Qing beside him exclaimed in a low voice, clearly knowing about Shennong Drink as well.

"Oh? Brother Zhuge's confidante is indeed a kindred spirit," Pei Yingxiao said with a smile after hearing Qin Qing's Qin Qing expression.

"Qin Qing? You also know about Shennong Drink?" Zhuge Xiang asked Qin Qing.

"That's right," Qin Qing nodded. She wasn't surprised that Zhuge Xiang didn't know these basic facts. She then began to enlighten Zhuge Xiang: "The Great Qin Empire's Nine Great Immortal Treasures Wines don't just refer to the fact that these nine types of wine taste good; more importantly, each one has unique medicinal effects."

"For example, this Shennong Drink is said to be made from the essence of thirty-six yang herbs (representing the Heavenly Dipper) and seventy-two yin herbs (representing the Earthly Fiend), refined into a potent medicine. It is said that every drop possesses the miraculous power to bring the dead back to life and heal even the most severe injuries in an instant." (To be continued...)