Kunpeng Wants to Join the Interception Sect? Double Joy!

Kunpeng forced a smile and cupped his hands, saying:

"Fellow Daoist Xuandu, I have long admired your great name."

"Fellow Daoist, your presence at Beihai today is an honor for me. Poor Daoist apologize for any shortcomings in my hospitality and hope you will forgive me."

His tone was polite, but a hint of barely concealed apprehension lurked deep in his eyes.

Xuandu understood what was going on.

They were definitely after him.

Moreover... judging from this posture, it's not a provocation, but more like... a test?

"Fellow Daoist."

Xuandu returned the greeting calmly.

"It was my Buzhou that I did not pay my respects to you, Fellow Daoist, upon arriving in Beihai."

His tone was neither humble nor arrogant, giving the other party face without revealing the slightest bit of timidity.

Upon hearing this, Kunpeng's eyes flashed with a dark light, and he laughed:

"Fellow Daoist, you flatter me. Although the North Sea is my Poor Daoist temple, it is still Great Wilderness land, Fellow Daoist are free to come and go as you please."

He paused, then changed the subject:

"However... just now Poor Daoist sensed a tremendous fluctuation at the Bottom of the North Sea, seemingly related to Fellow Daoist and..."

His gaze swept over Xuandu, and he tentatively asked:

"A conflict arose with Fellow Daoist, Ran Deng Chan Sect Vice Sect Master?"

Xuandu's expression remained unchanged as he calmly said:

There is indeed a slight misunderstanding.

"Vice Sect Master Ran Deng attempted to seize this junior's opportunity by launching a sneak attack, leaving this junior no choice but to defend himself."

"Unfortunately... Vice Sect Master Ran Deng's cultivation was insufficient, and he ultimately perished under my sword."

He spoke in a flat tone, as if he were talking about something trivial.

But to Kunpeng's ears, it sounded like thunder!

"As expected..."

Kunpeng was deeply shaken, and he almost couldn't maintain his smile.

Although he had already guessed it, hearing Xuandu admit it with his own ears still sent a chill down his spine.

Ran Deng... is really dead!

And he was killed head-on by Xuandu!

"Fellow Daoist... you are truly remarkable."

Kunpeng chuckled dryly, his voice somewhat hoarse:

"Fellow Ran Deng Fellow Daoist is, after all, Quasi-Saint Peak and the Vice Leader of the Fellow Daoist Chan Sect Vice Sect Master. Your actions... may very well cause you considerable trouble."

As he spoke, he carefully observed Xuandu's expression.

They wanted to see if the other party had any reservations about killing Ran Deng, or if they were wary of the Primordial Sage.

However.

Xuandu remained calm, even... a faint smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"Trouble?"

"Ran Deng intended to kill me first, and I retaliated afterward. What wrong have I done?"

"As for Martial Uncle Yuanshi..."

He paused slightly, his gaze shifting towards Golden Ao Island, his tone indifferent:

"My master's sword will surely cut through everything for me."

Upon hearing this, Kunpeng's expression changed slightly.

He understood the meaning behind Xuandu's words.

With the Sage's Protection of Tongtian, he had no fear of the Yuanshi's retribution!

What gives them such confidence? What makes them so domineering?

Kunpeng felt even more apprehensive, but at the same time, a strange, indescribable envy welled up within him.

yes.

With the full protection of Sage Master, even if the Chan Sect Vice Sect Master is killed, he will remain unharmed.

And what about Kunpeng?

Although he is Demon Master of the Demon Court and wields power over the Northern Darkness, it seems like a prestigious position.

In reality, despite their outward harmony with Demon Court, Di Jun Taiyi harbored suspicions towards him.

In the past, he had a chance to compete for the throne in the Purple Heaven Palace, but due to insufficient foundation and luck, he ultimately missed the opportunity.

Now that the great calamity is approaching, he appears detached, but in reality, he is walking on thin ice; one wrong step and he will be doomed.

If only he could also have the Sage's Protection...

Once the thought arose, it could no longer be suppressed.

Kunpeng's gaze toward Xuandu grew increasingly complex.

This child... truly possesses extraordinary luck.

Not only did he possess extraordinary personal fortune, but he was also highly regarded by the Sage Tongtian.

If we could befriend them...

Perhaps... it's a way out?

Thinking of this, Kunpeng took a deep breath, and the smile on his face became more sincere.

"Fellow Daoist is absolutely right. With the Sage's Protection of Tongtian, there is nothing to worry about."

He paused, then asked casually:

"May Fellow Daoist to this North Sea Depths?"

"If there is anything I can do to Poor Daoist, please don't hesitate to ask."

"This Poor Daoist still has some influence in Beihai."

Upon hearing this, a hint of amusement flashed in Xuandu's eyes.

Kunpeng's attitude... changed quite quickly.

Just a moment ago they were testing and hesitating, and now they want to befriend and establish a relationship?

However... this suited him perfectly.

The Golden-Winged Great Peng is arrogant and unruly; to persuade him to join the sect, perhaps... we could use the Kunpeng's help?

After all, the Golden-Winged Great Peng was in seclusion here, Kunpeng, as the lord of the North Sea, couldn't possibly be unaware of this.

If we could get help from Kunpeng, we might be able to save ourselves a lot of trouble.

and...

Xuandu's gaze lingered on Kunpeng for a moment.

This Demon Master possesses the Extreme Speed Divine Ability. With a flap of his wings, he can travel 90,000 miles Soaring Upwards. In terms of speed, few below the level of Sage can match him.

Would you consider this... a top-tier Divine Ability?

The System Mission is to invite two beings with top-tier Divine Ability powers to join the Interception Sect.

Kong Xuan's Five-Colored Divine Light counts as one, and the Golden-Winged Great Peng's Yin Yang Two Qi counts as another.

Could the Kunpeng's extreme speed also be considered one?

If we could also bring Kunpeng into the Interception Sect...

Not only will the Cultivation Feedback surge again, but the Interception Sect will also gain another Quasi-Saint Peak combatant!

More importantly...

Kunpeng and the Demon Court are outwardly united but inwardly divided. If they can be turned against the Demon King, it may have an unexpected impact on the future course of the Witch-Demon Tribulation!

This deal... is worth a try!

With this thought in mind, a smile appeared on Xuandu's face.

"You're too kind Demon Master."

He slightly cupped his hands in greeting.

"I have come here indeed to find someone."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, a glint flashed in Kunpeng's eyes:

"Who is it that would trouble you, Fellow Daoist, to come all the way to the North Sea?"

Xuandu raised his hand and pointed to the entrance where black and white intertwined:

"That is the Golden-Winged Great Peng is currently in seclusion within that space, undergoing profound cultivation."

"Golden-Winged Great Peng?"

Kunpeng feigned surprise:

"So he's Son of Primordial Phoenix. No wonder he can draw upon the innate Yin Yang energies of this place."

He looked at Xuandu and tentatively asked:

"I Fellow Daoist have with him?"

Xuandu remained calm.

"This junior wishes to invite the Golden-Winged Great Peng to join my Interception Sect."

"What?"

Kunpeng's expression showed even greater surprise, but his mind was racing with calculations.

Xuandu to recruit the Golden-Winged Great Peng?

Yes!

The Golden-Winged Great Peng possesses Yin Yang Two Qi, and its innate supernatural Divine Ability are no less than those of Kong Xuan, making it a truly rare talent.

If the Interception Sect could acquire the brothers Kong Xuan and Great Peng... their strength would surely reach a new level!

and...

Kunpeng's eyes gleamed.

Xuandu openly stated his intention to recruit the Golden-Winged Great Peng right in front of him. Was he not treating him like an outsider?

Or is there... a deeper meaning?

"Fellow Daoist has excellent taste."

Kunpeng laughed:

"The Golden-Winged Great Peng is exceptionally gifted and possesses boundless potential. If it could join the Interception Sect, it would indeed be a wonderful thing."

"Only..."

He changed the subject, a troubled look on his face:

"The Golden-Winged Great Peng is arrogant and unruly, even his elder brother Kong Xuan is difficult to control. To get him to willingly join the Interception Sect... I'm afraid it won't be easy."

Xuandu nodded slightly.

"I know this matter is not easy, so I came here specifically to find a suitable opportunity to discuss it with him in detail."

"I wonder if the Demon Master... could you do me a favor?"

He looked at Kunpeng, his eyes clear and his tone sincere.

Upon hearing this, Kunpeng's heart stirred.

Is Xuandu... trying to make amends with him?

Do you want to use him to make contact with the Golden-Winged Great Peng?

Under normal circumstances, Kunpeng might weigh the pros and cons, or even secretly obstruct it.

But now...

The power with which Xuandu had just killed Ran Deng, and the undisguised protection from the Sage Tongtian, showed him another possibility.

If we can seize this opportunity to establish connections with Xuandu and the Interception Sect...

In the Future Tribulation, he might have another way out!

not to mention...

The Golden-Winged Great Peng is unruly and difficult to tame; even if he were to intervene, he might not be able to persuade it.

Whether this matter succeeds or fails, it will not cause him any loss.

But if we can use this to do Xuandu a favor...

That's a sure-fire way to make money!

Thinking of this, Kunpeng's smile widened.

"Fellow Daoist, you're too kind. It's nothing to mention."

He waved his hand:

"The Golden-Winged Great Peng has been in seclusion here for a hundred years, and Poor Daoist have had the pleasure of meeting him a few times."

"If Fellow Daoist do not mind, Poor Daoist am willing to make an introduction."

A hint of a smile flashed in Xuandu's eyes.

This was the result he wanted, and he used it as a way to invite Kunpeng.

Otherwise, would that little Golden-Winged Great Peng really think that Xuandu is kind-hearted?

When he invited Kong Xuan, he wasn't particularly polite.

Now that Golden Immortal of the Origin Peak, would the Golden-Winged Great Peng dare to disagree?

"Then... I'll have to trouble you, Demon Master."

He bowed and thanked him.

"Fellow Daoist, there's no need to be so polite."

Kunpeng laughed:

"However, the Golden-Winged Great Peng is currently at a crucial stage of enlightenment and should not be disturbed."

"Why don't Fellow Daoist come back to the Demon Master Palace with Poor Daoist first to rest for a while, and then Poor Daoist 'll accompany Fellow Daoist when he comes out of seclusion?"

Xuandu pondered for a moment, then nodded and said:

"Alright."

His purpose in coming here was to see the Golden-Winged Great Peng, and since the other party was in seclusion, there was no harm in waiting.

and...

Take this opportunity to get to know Kunpeng better, and perhaps... we can find out what he has to say.

If we could truly bring this Ancient Demon Master into the Interception Sect...

The spoils of this trip will be far more than just a Golden-Winged Great Peng!