The Zhao Kingdom.
Feiguang into the Cold Moon Golden-Plumed Eagle, its massive and handsome form weaving through the clouds, with two people standing on its back.
Chen Shuangbai was leading Heiming Xuanzhao towards the location of the Black River Water Manor.
After Nascent Soul stage, a cultivator's escape technique undergoes a significant change.
To put it simply, there has been tremendous progress.
If one were to add the Sword Rainbow Evasion Art to this foundation... it would be almost comparable to the legendary [ Shrinking the Earth into Inches ].
However, in order to take care of his senior uncle Heiming Xuanzhao, Feiguang had no choice but to serve as his Feiguang.
Heiming Xuanzhao was initially somewhat embarrassed, feeling that if he insisted on coming along, he would inevitably be a burden.
But he was originally from the Dark Crow Tribe. Even though he was now a disciple of Jade Spring, the blood flowing in his veins always told him where he came from.
If this happened to him, he wouldn't be so conflicted.
But the Heiming Gu Du different... This person is the successor to the next Great Shaman of the Dark Crow Tribe, the one who will lead the thousands of people of the Dark Crow Tribe to continue their lineage.
Therefore, Heiming Xuanzhao had no choice but to swallow his pride and beg Chen Shuangbai again.
certainly.
Chen Shuangbai also had her own considerations in mind.
Even setting aside the relationship between the Jade Spring Sect and the Dark Crow Tribe, Chen Shuangbai was actually quite eager to test the dragon's abilities.
If this trip succeeds, we might be able to obtain some dragon blood, dragon tendons, dragon souls, or something similar... Even if this Black Flood Dragon's bloodline isn't very pure, it is still a dragon after all.
Who knows, we might even be able to refine a batch of top-grade third-tier pills. Whether we give them to Feiguang and Gray Ball to improve their bloodline purity, or to the other Golden Core cultivators in the sect to consolidate their cultivation, it would all be worthwhile.
Most importantly, he also wanted to see if the Black River Water Manor had any connection with the sea Flood Dragon Clan.
As for why I say this...
That's all because... the Profound Firmament Sect sent envoys to contact several True Lord of the Vast Waves Alliance, and they vaguely expressed a desire to join the Vast Waves Alliance!
In the current global landscape, the Zhao Kingdom can be considered a "clean slate" uninvolved in the power struggle among the Six Alliances.
But this state of affairs cannot last long.
The Zhao Kingdom is caught between the Vast Waves Alliance, the Heavenly Star Alliance, and the Buddhist Alliance. If any of them were to make a move, the sects within the Zhao Kingdom's territory would likely be wiped out by this overwhelming force!
The speed of the Feiguang was very fast.
Before Chen Shuangbai emerged from seclusion, Feiguang, through his own accumulation and thirty-seven years of cultivation, was only one step away from the Middle Golden Core Stage.
After Chen Shuangbai successfully condensed his Nascent Soul, his blessings extended to all living beings, and Changming and Feiguang, who were closest to him, both made different kinds of progress.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, Feiguang broke through to the Middle Golden Core Stage and even significantly improved the purity of his bloodline. Now, even without using his escape Divine Ability [ Void Shuttle Traversal ], his flying speed is among the best in the Golden Core realm.
Not long after.
The wide expanse of the river where the Black River Water Manor is located is gradually coming into view.
As they drew closer, the Yao Qi emanating from the land grew stronger.
That makes sense.
The propagation of dragons has always been a challenge.
It is extremely difficult for two dragons to reproduce, but other demons can produce many demons with dragon blood when they mate with dragons.
The Black River Water Manor has countless Foundation Establishment demons under its command, a large portion of whom are related to the Flood Dragon King of the Black River Water Manor.
All I can say is, "This entertainment industry is truly chaotic."
Suddenly.
The wide river gradually parted, and shrimp soldiers and crab generals emerged from it, holding various water palace ritual objects. Then, several old turtles led the way, pulling a rather luxurious carriage that rippled with layers of dark colored light.
"Interesting."
Chen Shuangbai stomped his foot slightly, and the Feiguang flicked in the air, transforming into a feathered child who obediently followed behind him. At his feet, wisps of water vapor turned into patches of azure light, lifting him and the human and demon beside him up.
On the carriage, the golden curtain slowly parted, revealing two faces that combined handsomeness and cunning.
Moreover, each of them had a pair of short, straight dragon horns on their heads, clearly indicating that they were born from dragons.
Both of them were radiating extremely powerful Yao Qi and Divine Ability light, and both were at the Nascent Soul Middle Stage. In an instant, their Yao Qi soared into the sky, and a storm was brewing.
"I am deeply sorry for not welcoming you properly, Far-Reaching Luminous Sword Immortal."
The Black Jade Flood Dragon King spoke first, his expression amiable and his manners impeccable.
Chen Shuangbai smiled slightly and said, "My uninvited arrival was truly unexpected. Please forgive me, Lord of the Manor, and allow Xuhong to take my junior away."
"That way, he won't disturb the tranquility of the Water Palace here."
"Hey, no rush, no rush."
The Black Jade Flood Dragon King was not in a hurry. Instead, he slightly turned to the side, gesturing for the other to proceed, and said, "I have long heard of the Sword Immortal's demeanor, but I have never had the chance to witness it."
"Today, magpies chirped on the branches, followed by the arrival of the Sword Immortal—truly an auspicious sign... It just so happens that many of my sons admire the Sword Immortal... I humbly request that the Sword Immortal stay at my residence, so that I may provide him with the best hospitality!"
"This is just a small token of my admiration."
That sounds nice, though.
If it were those newly-minted cultivators, they might actually be tricked into entering the manor by this Flood Dragon King.
However, Chen Shuangbai's purpose in coming here was to take Heiming Gu Du away and also to test the attitude of the Flood Dragon. She would not go along with the Flood Dragon King's ideas.
Buzz!
Rings of Divine Ability, colorful light shone from behind his head, reaching several feet in height. A point of golden, jade-like light floated within the light, sometimes dim, sometimes bright.
Black Jade Flood Dragon King's face stiffened, then darkened, and his tone became extremely unfriendly.
"What does 'Sword Immortal' mean by that?"
Chen Shuangbai smiled and said, " Xuhong is rather impatient and doesn't want to beat around the bush with the Dragon King... I'll just ask one question: will your family hand over my junior or not?"
The dragon king's eyes were practically spitting fire with rage, and he couldn't help but curse inwardly.
Although I had long suspected that Chen Shuangbai might have ill intentions, I still didn't expect... the visitor to be so hostile... he didn't even bother with pleasantries and was already ready to fight!
Are you a fiery-tempered dragon, or am I?
Just then...
The dragon beside the Black Jade Flood Dragon King, which had remained silent until now, suddenly spoke. Its voice was clear and bright, with a hint of moisture, and it also appeared quite elegant.
"Sword Immortal, please be patient and listen to what I have to say."
Who are you?
Chen Shuangbai stared at him intently and asked.
The white-clad dragon lightly waved his folding fan and chuckled, "My name is Beigong Chi, a member of the sea Flood Dragon Clan. I am unworthy to be called..."
"Oh."
"How did the sea dragon end up on land...? Have you discussed this matter with the major sects within our seas?"
"Or is it that... the sea dragon now also has the desire to come ashore?"