Chapter 275: Accidentally Eating a Swan
Within the palace, brilliant lights shone, enchanting spirits danced, white robes fluttered, as if within the Guanghan Palace, everyone drank and enjoyed themselves happily.
Behind each white jade table sat the young and strong members of the demon clan, toasting and clinking cups. Ye Fan and Tu Fei also frequently raised their glasses, enjoying the atmosphere.
"The Yao Chi Grand Gathering is about to begin. I wonder who among us here will be attending?" someone asked.
"Princess and Qing Yi will both go. In total, there should be about six or seven people."
"There are many powerful demon clan members in the Northern Domain, not limited to this small world of ours. There will definitely be many people there."
"Even Golden Wing Little Peng King from the central Eastern Wasteland has come. You can imagine how lively this Yao Chi Grand Gathering will be."
"Speaking of which, Golden Wing Little Peng King is clearly targeting the two Divine Physiques and Holy Son Yao Guang. I wonder what kind of world-shaking battle that will be."
When this topic came up, people inevitably looked toward Ye Fan. Being able to defeat the naturally gifted Little Peng King at the same cultivation level was shocking for a Primordial Saint Body.
"Golden Wing Little Peng King can probably overpower a Divine Physique. Even if he can't compare to a Great Emperor in his youth, he's close. Is the Saint Body really that terrifying?" Many people showed strange expressions.
"According to ancient records, only a genius who could become a Great Emperor can suppress a Primordial Saint Body at the same level."
The demon clan maiden, Golden Swallow, sneered, "Unfortunately, the Primordial Saint Body can only stop at the Dao Palace Secret Realm."
On this issue, no one delved deeper. Most understood that no matter how powerful a physique was, if it was trapped in a certain secret realm and could never advance, it could only be considered a crippled body.
Golden Swallow continued, "Actually, Golden Wing Little Peng King's most powerful innate divine art can only be used after the Four Extremes Secret Realm. His last defeat was too unjust."
"That's true. The Tianpeng clan becomes more terrifying in the later stages. 'Once the Dragon-Subduing Art is unleashed, no art exists under heaven.' Wasn't there such a legend in the past?"
"There is indeed such a rumor. The supreme Tianpeng Dragon-Subduing Art is said to be able to slay a true dragon. Once this art is used, all other techniques lose their luster. If the battle had been in the Four Extremes Secret Realm, Golden Wing Little Peng King should have been able to contend with the Primordial Saint Body."
Ye Fan and Tu Fei clinked glasses nearby. Such comments didn't affect him. As long as he couldn't enter the Four Extremes Secret Realm, he would always wear the label of a crippled body.
"Damn these bird-men!" Tu Fei muttered under his breath. "I really want to see what kind of combat power you'll have once you enter the Four Extremes Secret Realm."
"Can you provide me with ten million jin of Source?" Ye Fan picked up some food, unaffected, enjoying the meal.
"So much Source? Unless we rob a Holy Land or enter the Primordial Forbidden Zone." Tu Fei shook his head. "I really hope you can enter the Four Extremes Secret Realm and suppress all those Holy Sons and Holy Maidens."
"We have to keep the Holy Maidens and build a big harem." Ye Fan laughed.
"It's hard to believe you can still smile." Tu Fei swirled his wine flask. "But then again, not being able to cultivate is a kind of luck. Otherwise, some Holy Land might have killed you by now."
"Is there any difference now? The Ji Family is hunting me across the world."
"What are your plans for the future?"
Ye Fan smiled. "I have some confidence in Source Arts. In a while, I plan to go to the Holy City to gamble on Source Stones and visit the gambling houses of the various Holy Lands one by one."
Big Black Dog was already drunk, his eyes bleary. He squinted at Ye Fan and slurred, "I can tell you're a disaster. When you win, get this Emperor a Holy Maiden as a human pet..."
"Go sit over there!"
"Woof!"
The dog bark startled everyone around, and then Big Black Dog fell to the ground with a thud, completely drunk.
At the gathering of young demon clan experts in the small world, all topics were discussed. White Phoenix stood up and said, "This time, Golden Feather, Bitter Bamboo, and I discovered a ruin. We dug out some ancient artifacts but couldn't identify their origin. We'd like to ask for everyone's opinions."
He clapped his hands, and several lesser demons carried in a large iron chest. It was very heavy, cracking the jade floor tiles beneath it.
When the iron chest was opened, a musty smell emerged. Inside were dozens of bronze artifacts, all in poor condition.
There were fragments of a bronze bell, a broken gourd, a rusted bronze cauldron... a pile of items, all damaged, none intact, completely unusable.
Everyone gathered around, picking them up to examine and discuss.
"Could this be the treasury of some ancient minor sect? Too bad everything is ruined."
"Something's off. These artifacts are very heavy. The remaining Dao pattern marks are complex and hard to understand. They might have some background."
"Could they be relics left by some ancient great sect?"
Yan Ruyu and Qing Yi also stepped forward to examine the items, but they couldn't reach any conclusions.
Ye Fan woke up Black Emperor and pushed forward to observe as well.
Big Black Dog suddenly became excited. At the same time, Ye Fan noticed that two or three of the artifacts had ghost-face marks, identical to the mark on the bronze pot from earlier.
Although the people present also noticed the ghost-face marks, they had never seen or heard of them before and couldn't deduce anything.
"Where were these things dug up?" Qing Yi asked.
"They were found in Quzhou," White Phoenix replied.
"Just as I thought..." Big Black Dog took a deep breath, his nose faintly glowing, then silently stepped back.
Ye Fan was speechless. A dog's nose was the sharpest, and this one was practically a spirit. Now that the dead dog knew they were dug up in Quzhou, he could definitely find the exact location later.
White Phoenix asked Ye Fan, but he couldn't give any answers. In the end, no one knew the origin of these artifacts, and no valuable information was obtained. The iron chest was carried away.
Inside the palace, with carved beams and painted rafters, resplendent and magnificent, many young demon cultivators gathered. They toasted and drank, creating a lively atmosphere.
A group of beautiful maidens danced in the center of the hall. They were true enchanting spirits, each one seductive and alluring, every smile and glance captivating souls.
Every maiden had a devilish figure. Their slender jade bodies were faintly visible through gauze skirts. Swan-like necks and black hair formed a stark black-and-white contrast. Their jade-like faces seemed ready to break at a touch, exuding endless charm.
Tu Fei downed a cup of fine wine and said, "What's the use of cultivation? In the end, it's just a pile of yellow earth. I've never seen anyone become an immortal. It's better to indulge in the enchanting mortal world."
"If you didn't cultivate, would you have the right to sit here?" Ye Fan poured himself a drink.
His goal in cultivation was to survive, then cross the void and return to the other end of the starry sky. Now, it seemed the road was very long.
Big Black Dog squinted beside him, looking transcendent. "You don't understand the true meaning of cultivation."
"We don't understand? Do you?" Tu Fei shot him a glance. Ever since Black Emperor bit him, he had no goodwill toward the big black dog.
"Throughout history, millions have cultivated, but only a few have attained the Dao. For this Emperor, it's a path full of hope, and I am on it."
Tu Fei sneered. "What's the point of attaining the Dao? Becoming an ancient sage, living a few thousand years longer than others, and in the end, still becoming dust of history. The master of this small world is the best example."
"What attainment of the Dao does he have?" Big Black Dog swallowed a roasted lamb leg and mumbled indistinctly.
"You have high standards. Are you talking about the ancient Great Emperors?" Ye Fan asked.
"Naturally, them." Big Black Dog said proudly.
"How many such people have there been from ancient times to now?" Tu Fei poured himself a cup of wine and downed it in one gulp. "Emperor Void, Eternal Universe Great Emperor, Western Emperor Mother—even if they attained the Dao and lived far longer than ordinary people, in the end, they returned to dust!"
Big Black Dog wanted to say something but ultimately didn't argue, falling into thought.
At a nearby white jade table sat a young man with a fair face, dressed in a golden Daoist robe that shimmered brightly. He sighed, "The ancient Great Emperors are beyond our reach. Even the Holy Lords can only bow their heads helplessly, feeling as insignificant as ants."
Qin Yao sat not far away and smiled upon hearing this. "Brother Golden Feather, have you forgotten? Our Princess Yan is a descendant of the Demon Emperor. She must know something about the Great Emperor."
Golden Feather, wearing the golden Daoist robe, showed a warm smile and raised his cup to Qin Yao.
At this moment, others nearby were also drawn to the topic and began discussing.
White Phoenix, dressed in snow-white robes, spoke to Yan Ruyu at the center of the hall. "Princess, could you tell us some stories about the Great Emperor? What level did he actually reach?"
Yan Ruyu lived up to her name, like warm jade infused with spirit, peerless in grace and flawless. Her teeth were like sparkling pearls, and her red lips parted slightly as she said, "After our ancestor became a Great Emperor, no one could fathom his level. Even the closest people around him didn't know how powerful he truly was."
Everyone gasped. If even those close to him couldn't fathom it, how could others? The ancient Great Emperors seemed like insurmountable monuments.
The Demon Emperor was the last Great Emperor of the Eastern Wasteland, closest to the present era, yet even he couldn't be understood, let alone the ones from before the ancient times.
The young man named Golden Feather asked, "How powerful was the Great Emperor in his youth?"
"Too long ago. Our ancestor has been gone for ten thousand years. Many things have become blurred and unclear." Yan Ruyu's hair was glossy black, her skin snow-white and tender. She thought for a moment and said, "He was naturally gifted. After emerging into the world, he defeated all peers without equal. In not many years, he began to create some supreme divine arts."
A young man in a green robe, named Bitter Bamboo, asked, "I've heard that the Great Emperor was a genius who read various ancient texts and actually created some speculated techniques. Is that true?"
Yan Ruyu smiled slightly and nodded. "Yes. The first half of the Demon Emperor's ancient scripture was created by him in this way."
"Unfortunately, time is merciless. Everything flows east like water, washing away heroes." A demon clan member sighed drunkenly.
"Regardless, the Azure Lotus Great Emperor is one of the strongest in history, with only three to five people able to rival him." Another demon cultivator said.
There were countless topics about the Great Emperor. Everyone present yearned for such greatness and discussed it endlessly.
Bitter Bamboo continued, "Many ancient texts mention that ten thousand years ago, the Great Emperor wanted to build the Ancient Demon Clan Heavenly Court. Is that true or false?"
Golden Feather also nodded. "There are indeed many rumors. Both human historical records and our demon clan's accounts touch on this issue."
"Unfortunately, it never came to pass." Yan Ruyu shook her head.
Black Emperor muttered under his breath, "Damn, this Demon Emperor is truly terrifying!"
"The Ancient Demon Clan Heavenly Court..." Although Ye Fan had heard of it, hearing it spoken of still shocked him deeply.
The gathering lasted until late at night before dispersing. Many were already drunk, including the demon clan maiden Golden Swallow, who was dancing drunkenly.
A few drunk demon clan members staggered around, discussing eating black dog meat. The tipsy Big Black Dog cursed and grumbled before disappearing in a flash.
White Phoenix, Golden Feather, and Bitter Bamboo staggered over to support Qin Yao, but she giggled and pushed them away.
Tu Fei, supporting the female enchanting spirit, came to Yan Ruyu and Qing Yi. "Farewell, you two. We're leaving tomorrow."
In fact, the original plan was to leave the day after, but Tu Fei felt that staying here would be dangerous for Ye Fan, so they said goodbye early.
Ye Fan also cupped his hands. "I've caused you trouble this time..."
In the end, the group didn't disperse until very late.
In the night, a clear spring flowed through the pine forest, adding a touch of liveliness to the tranquil peak.
Tu Fei hadn't returned, having gone off with the enchanting spirit. Big Black Dog had also disappeared somewhere. The palace on the peak was very quiet.
"You came suddenly, and you're leaving suddenly. Did you do something bad?" At that moment, Qin Yao swayed her graceful figure into the palace. She was slightly drunk.
Her figure was fiery, like a beauty snake. She was tall, with round hips, a slender waist, half-bare jade arms, disheveled hair, and eyes like water.
"Why would you think that? No, nothing. I'm leaving because some of your demon clan people want to get their hands on my Mysterious Yellow Source Root." Ye Fan was also a bit drunk.
"Stop making excuses. There's definitely a problem." Qin Yao swayed like a willow in the wind, her soft body moving gracefully, full of charm. Slightly drunk, she giggled. "The Princess guessed that you came for Pang Bo. Now that you're leaving, you must have done something bad. She's already gone to the Ageless Hall and told me to watch you. Little brat, you can't escape!"
Ye Fan was startled, half of his drunkenness disappearing. Yan Ruyu was indeed sharp. If Pang Bo hadn't stayed in the Ageless Hall, he would have been in real danger this time.
Soon, he relaxed again. He believed Pang Bo wouldn't slip up. No matter how shrewd Yan Ruyu was, she wouldn't notice anything.
"Beautiful lady, are you here to guard me? A man and a woman alone, late at night, together—this is dangerous." Ye Fan teased drunkenly.
Qin Yao smiled charmingly. "You're a prisoner now. Don't try any tricks to escape. If you really went to the Ageless Hall, your life might be in danger."
Ye Fan's heart tightened. Fortunately, he hadn't left any evidence. Otherwise, it would have been hard to resolve peacefully.
"Beautiful Qin, is this how you guard a prisoner? You're tempting me, making me commit a crime..." Ye Fan said carelessly after relaxing.
"What does a little brat know? Even if you're a Primordial Saint Body at the second level of the Dao Palace, you can't escape my grasp. You're not getting away." Qin Yao shot him a glance.
"If I try to escape, would you really kill me?"
"Of course I would."
"We're old lovers. You're so heartless." Ye Fan shook his head with a smile. "I don't believe you."
Qin Yao's figure curved seductively. Her gauze skirt outlined her devilish figure, perfectly proportioned and incredibly tempting.
She smiled bewitchingly, with the power to captivate all beings. She pinched Ye Fan's cheek and said, "If you dare to escape, I dare to strike. Try it if you don't believe me."
"Beautiful Qin, you're teasing me. If something goes wrong, you'll bear the consequences." Ye Fan slapped her hand away and instead lifted her jade-like chin.
Qin Yao's breath was fragrant. She licked her red lips, leaned close, and said, "You... can't handle it."
Her warm breath brushed against Ye Fan's ear, making his face heat up. He laughed drunkenly, "I can't handle it? Who can?"
Qin Yao giggled. She placed a hand on his shoulder, her soft body nearly leaning against him. Her other hand traced lightly on his chest as she teased, "Little brat, you're too young."
With that, she pinched his cheek again and giggled. "Your skin is so smooth. You really are a child."
Ye Fan didn't hold back. He pinched her tender jade-like face and said, "A lady playing with fire. I'm a normal man..."
Qin Yao exhaled fragrant breath, her eyes hazy with drink. She smiled sweetly, "I say you're young, so you're young. Don't change the subject. Don't think about escaping."
"If something goes wrong at the Ageless Hall, would you really kill me?" Ye Fan felt uneasy.
"It seems you really did go to the Ageless Hall!" Qin Yao's eyes were bright as she stared at him. Divine power surged from the hand on his chest.
"Come on, I'm just a small cultivator in the Dao Palace Secret Realm. How could I get into a place like that? I'm sure you have powerful restrictions set up."
"Good. Be obedient then." Qin Yao smiled seductively again. Her long eyelashes, hazy eyes, flowing black hair, snow-white delicate skin, and fragrant scent were alluring.
"Beautiful lady, can you not stand so close? I'm afraid I might accidentally eat you, and then you'd come after me." Ye Fan lifted her chin and teased.
"You want to eat me?" Qin Yao laughed so hard her body trembled. Her curvaceous figure swayed in her gauze skirt, incredibly enticing.
Ye Fan laughed. "In that case, I have no more scruples. I'll go all out."
"Little brat, trying to tease me..." Qin Yao broke free and then reached out to stroke his face. "Big sister teasing you is more like it."
With that, she boldly kissed him on the cheek, then stepped back with a laugh, wagging her slender finger. "Don't think about escaping. Wait quietly for the Princess to return. Otherwise, I really will kill you."
"I won't escape." Ye Fan came from the other end of the starry sky. His mindset wasn't conservative. Being teased by Qin Yao, he naturally wouldn't remain indifferent.
He reached out and wrapped his arm around her slender, rounded waist, pulling her close. His lips pressed against her charming face.
Qin Yao giggled. Her half-bare jade arm brushed past his ear and then his neck, her breath fragrant. "I'm teasing you, not you teasing me."
Hearing this, Ye Fan didn't hold back anymore. He lowered his head and sealed her bright, red lips.
"Mmm..."
Qin Yao's long, soft body struggled, twisting like a water snake. But Ye Fan's arms were like iron. The Primordial Saint Body's physique was incredibly strong, and she couldn't break free.
From fierce struggle to softening, her curvaceous body relaxed. Qin Yao stopped resisting and responded passionately. Her hair was disheveled, her skin sparkling, flushed like jade.
The two fell onto the large rosewood bed. Clothes flew, and breathing quickened.
"Little brat, get up now, or don't blame me for being rude." Qin Yao started struggling again, threatening.
"Come on, beautiful lady. If you kick me off the bed now, it would be like killing me. My blood would burn dry."
"Get up." Qin Yao's graceful body twisted like a snake as she pushed against Ye Fan.
"If I really left now, you'd call me worse than a beast later." Ye Fan held her slender waist, feeling her smooth, soft skin.
"Get up!"
"No!"
"Get up!"
"No!"
...
In the battle of words and bodies, their clothes gradually decreased, flying off one by one, falling to the ground. Panting sounds arose.
Ye Fan helplessly found that Qin Yao was on top, pinning him down.
"Beautiful Qin, it seems the roles are reversed." He gently turned over, taking the dominant position, pressing Qin Yao beneath him.