Gray-black flames flowed and multiplied. In mere moments, they condensed into a giant firebird within the great array's space. The firebird spread its wings, and with a gentle flap, a sea of fire filled the sky. Even outside the array, Tian Huang and the others felt a scorching heat blast toward them, forcing them all to take a step back.
"It worked!"
Among the crowd, there was astonishment, delight, and disbelief.
But from that moment on, no one dared speak ill of Liu Bai again, nor would anyone look down on him. At that moment, Liu Bai had gained the qualifications to stand on equal footing with them!
"Very good, Liu Bai. You are indeed impressive!" Clan Chief Tian Huang was among those pleasantly surprised.
"Since you have fulfilled your original promise, I will also honor our agreement. From now on, my Nine Nether Sparrow Clan will no longer obstruct matters between you and Jiu You."
"Thank you, Clan Chief Tian Huang." Liu Bai smiled as he bowed.
A blush flashed across Jiu You's pretty face when she heard this, but she did not put on the mannerisms of a shy young girl. After all, Sister Jiu You's style was that of a mature, commanding beauty, occasionally switching to a queenly style. She would not be bashful and timid like some little girl.
"Hehe, I will not interfere too much in the affairs of you young people from now on. But there is one thing you must remember: until Jiu You evolves her Immortal Phoenix bloodline, you are forbidden from doing anything improper. This concerns Jiu You's future, and I hope you will remember it well!"
Worried that the two youngsters might fail to restrain themselves, Clan Chief Tian Huang solemnly reminded Liu Bai one last time.
At this, Jiu