Primordial Desolation: The Mortal Storyteller, with an Audience of Saints
Chapter 33

Lingxiao Treasure Hall

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To be honest, it really had drawn attention.

At this inn, saints dropping by almost every day had long ceased to be anything unusual.

As they spoke, Empress Nuwa unexpectedly arrived early for the first time, rather than appearing precisely on schedule as usual. Most people had yet to arrive, but she had already slipped quietly into the inn.

She glanced at Su Yang, who was arranging his belongings, then swept her gaze over the many great powers of the Three Realms seated within the inn.

Empress Nuwa's eyes stirred slightly. There were clearly far more immortals and gods in the inn today than yesterday.

She slowly took a seat. Rather than speaking to Su Yang first, she turned her gaze toward Lord of Mount Tai and Great Emperor Fengdu not far away.

Has Sister Houtu taken an interest as well? She actually sent these two. she mused inwardly.

Although Empress Nuwa had once belonged to the Demon Race Heavenly Court and, by all reason, should have been at odds with the Witch Clan, Empress Nuwa was Empress Nuwa, after all. She had her own way of conducting herself.

Her relationship with Empress Houtu had never developed any rift because of the conflict between witches and demons.

Back when Empress Houtu first took charge of the Six Paths of Reincarnation, Empress Nuwa had personally gone to the underworld to discuss the Great Dao with her.

Yet Empress Nuwa's calm expression did not mean Great Emperor Fengdu and Lord of Mount Tai could remain composed as well.

Great Emperor Fengdu stared at that familiar figure ahead, his eyes full of shock as he sharply sucked in a breath.

"Lord, look who that is!"

Hearing this, Lord of Mount Tai raised his eyes as well. Once he saw the figure clearly, he too sucked in a cold breath, towering waves rising within his heart!

Even Empress Nuwa had come to this inn!

Both men's eyes were filled with astonishment, their hearts shaken beyond measure. Just what kind of person is that storyteller, Su Yang?

What kind of heaven-reaching backing does he have behind him, that he could draw Empress Nuwa here in person?

At the same time, they noticed that more and more great powers of the Three Realms had gathered within the inn.

There was Empress Nuwa of Wa Huang Palace, the two lunar goddesses Xi He and Changxi of the Lunar Star, and San Xiao of Biyou Palace.

Not only that, they knew full well that within the Three Realms, there were likely quite a few existences like Empress Houtu who had yet to show themselves, merely watching in silence from the shadows.

Thinking of this, neither Lord of Mount Tai nor Great Emperor Fengdu dared act rashly. They simply sat quietly where they were.

The inn had now become a place watched by the Three Realms. Though their status was not low and their strength was considerable, before those truly ancient great powers, they were still insignificant.

At this moment, the two only hoped to send the news back as soon as possible and inform Empress Houtu.

With so many Supreme Beings focusing their attention on one man, would they still continue watching Su Yang and eventually bring him back to the underworld?

Great Luo Heaven, Lingxiao Treasure Hall.

At this moment, all the immortals of the Heavenly Court had gathered here, using the Haotian Mirror to observe everything happening in that inn in Qingshan City.

Within Lingxiao Treasure Hall, which one of them was not a renowned great power of the Three Realms?

The supreme ruler of the Three Realms, Supreme Heavenly Venerate of the Golden Palace, Haotian Shangdi!

Queen Mother of the West, Lady Jade Pool!

The Western Taiji Heavenly Emperor, the Northern Beiji Zhongtian Ziwei Emperor, Great Emperor Changsheng of the South Pole, Great Emperor Qinghua of the East Pole!

Tianjun Qingling Shila of Nine Qi, Azure Emperor of the East!

Tianjun Danling Zhenlao of Three Qi, Red Emperor of the South!

Tianjun Xuanling Huanglao of One Qi, Yellow Emperor of the Center!

Tianjun Haoling Huanglao of Seven Qi, White Emperor of the West!

Tianjun Wuling Xuanlao of Five Qi, Black Emperor of the North!

Grand Marshal Tianpeng, commander of the hundred thousand Heavenly River naval forces!

The Four Heavenly Kings! Yang Jian, Heavenly Court God of War, and Nezha, Great God of the Three Altars!

All of them were pivotal figures within the Heavenly Court, yet not one was absent at this moment.

They had gathered together solely to gaze upon the scene in the mortal realm through the Haotian Mirror.

To watch that mysterious storyteller in the Qingshan City inn—Su Yang!

"Hiss! Lord of Mount Tai and Great Emperor Fengdu actually appeared at the inn as well? Why would these two be there too? Could they have also been drawn in by that storyteller?"

"Very likely. Does the appearance of these two mean that Empress Houtu is watching from the shadows as well?"

"Everyone, look! Could those two women be the two Lords of Taiyin from the Lunar Star?"

"Indeed! Why would Ladies Xi He and Changxi appear at the inn? Hadn't they stayed out of Primordial World affairs for many years?"

"Eh? Could those three over there be San Xiao of the Interception Sect?"

"They actually came too? These past years, they left Zixiao Palace to save Sage Tongtian and searched nearly every possible avenue. Could they believe Su Yang can bring a turning point?"

"You are thinking too much. Under heaven, who could rescue someone from Zixiao Palace?

What is more, Sage Tongtian can now listen to Dao Ancestor Hongjun's teachings at every moment and be nourished by the Heavenly Dao. Such an opportunity is what countless people dream of."

"Then go talk to Sect Master Tongtian and trade places with him?"

"Cough, cough. What right do I have to set foot in Zixiao Palace? Better forget it."

The Immortals buzzed with discussion, all shocked that so many supreme experts had Gathered inside the inn.

Yet they had not Perceived any trace of Empress Nuwa. Perhaps she had already concealed her aura so thoroughly that even the Haotian Mirror could not find her.

The Jade Emperor stared at the scene of the Immortals Gathered within the mirror, Hard to Conceal shock already showing in his eyes.

The Jade Emperor's heart was likewise Full of curiosity. With a single sentence yesterday, Su Yang had dispelled Heaven's punishment, shaking the Three Realms and astonishing all who heard of it.

What kind of upheaval would he bring today? No one knew.

Jade Pool gazed at the image within the Haotian Mirror, a trace of interest gleaming in her eyes.

She silently mused, "After that storyteller listed Empress Nuwa and Empress Houtu, the two Venerable Gods, yesterday, he Never Again mentioned the name of any Female Immortal. Could it be that my status as Jade Pool is actually Not Comparable To those two? Even if I cannot compare to them, am I not even superior to the other female immortals?"

Deep within the Underworld, palaces stood in shadowy depths.

As usual, Empress Houtu used Yellow Springs Water to reflect the state of the Earthly Immortal Realm, and she was presently watching the scene in the inn.

"The audience he has drawn today is somewhat larger than yesterday's."

A faint smile appeared on her lips, while a deep interest also rose in her heart as she wondered what sort of story Su Yang would tell today.

Would he once again say something earth-shattering, as he had yesterday?

After all, he had only just drawn down the Zixiao Divine Thunder and Heaven's punishment yesterday. Today would probably not be peaceful either.

"He actually placed me after Nuwa. Could it be that my appearance, Houtu's appearance, is Not Comparable To hers?"

At that thought, a trace of displeasure appeared Between Her Brows. Then, a mirror materialized before her.

Whether in looks or figure, she clearly did not lose to Nuwa.

"After Some Time, I must capture that little fellow and question him properly. Exactly where do Nuwa and I differ?"

At the Same Time, it was not only the inn that had Gathered quite a few mighty experts.

Above the Thirty-three Heavens, many deities of the Three Realms were also secretly watching This Place, observing the inn's every move.

Their hearts were equally Full of curiosity, wanting to know what sort of storm Su Yang would stir up today.

They were also secretly waiting to see whether any Strong Individual would appear today and make a move against Su Yang.

After all, he had angered the Heavenly Dao yesterday!

Indirectly, he had also offended that existence Combined into One with the Heavenly Dao.

Within the Three Realms, there were likely already quite a few reclusive Strong Individuals who wished to escort Su Yang to Zixiao Palace and hand him over to Dao Ancestor Hongjun for judgment.

All to win the Dao Ancestor's favor.

They sought not to attain the Dao and become immortals, only to preserve themselves through the next great calamity of heaven and earth.

Inside the inn, Su Yang saw that the audience had arrived and wasted no more time.

With so many listeners, and likely quite a few gazes from across the Three Realms fixed upon This Place, he would naturally gain a great number of points.

Once today's storytelling ended, he would probably reap another handsome harvest.

He could already imagine himself drawing prizes until his hands went numb, and the corners of his mouth unconsciously lifted.

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