novelraw Chapter 614: Return
Chapter 614: Return
Ning Fan stood atop the skies of Middle State, his expression slightly relaxing. Just after he returned to the Rain Immortal World, the Land of Demons completely collapsed.
The Land of Demons, composed of the Territorial Light of Separation, would, once collapsed, be enough to shred the bodies of Loose Immortal cultivators.
If Ning Fan’s escape light had been a bit slower, he might have perished in the collapse of the Land of Demons.
That was close...
"Is this the Muyun Kingdom at the western frontier of Middle State..."
Ning Fan’s divine sense slowly spread out, covering an area of a million miles.
The Muyun Kingdom is a low-ranked cultivation kingdom with a territory of only a couple hundred thousand miles.
Ning Fan’s divine sense spread extremely far, covering all the cultivation cities and sects of the Muyun Kingdom.
At this moment, all the cultivators in the Muyun Kingdom were shocked, feeling themselves swept by an impossibly powerful divine sense!
The ruler of Muyun Kingdom, an old monster at the peak of the Golden Core realm, was in seclusion in a cultivation city when he sensed the terrifying divine sense, and he exclaimed in shock,
"What... what level of divine sense is this? Even a Nascent Soul cultivator’s divine sense couldn’t have such intensity; could it be the legendary Divinity Transformation divine sense?"
While he was astonished, a black flash appeared before him, and a white-clothed youth manifested out of thin air.
This white-clothed youth was Ning Fan, who had come to find the ruler of Muyun Kingdom simply to inquire about recent events in the Rain Immortal World.
The ruler of Muyun Kingdom stared at Ning Fan, who appeared out of nowhere, with an incomprehensible shock.
His low status left him unaware of the appearance of the Rain Realm Plain Clothes Marquis, naturally not recognizing Ning Fan’s identity.
His astonishment stemmed from the fact that Ning Fan directly appeared in his rocky seclusion cave.
You must know, outside this rocky seclusion cave, there was a low-grade Nascent Soul formation array.
For Ning Fan to disregard the formation light and enter the rocky seclusion cave directly, his cultivation must be at least at the intermediate, if not late, Nascent Soul realm.
Considering the earlier terrifying divine sense, the ruler of Muyun Kingdom secretly speculated that Ning Fan was likely a Divine Intent, and that divine sense had been released by him.
"Junior Muyun Kingdom’s Lord Zhao She, greets Senior. May I ask what brings Senior here and if there is any way in which this junior can be of assistance?"
The ruler of Muyun Kingdom bowed deeply, his head lowered, not daring to lift it for fear of offending Ning Fan.
In his conjecture, Ning Fan was a Divine Intent with overwhelming power, capable of easily annihilating Golden Core Nascent Souls.
To him, a Divine Intent was already a legendary figure, and he naturally dared not offend him in the slightest.
If he knew that the person standing before him was the illustrious Rain Realm Plain Clothes Marquis, he might have collapsed in fear right on the spot.
"No need to be nervous. I am merely here to inquire about some matters. Should your answers satisfy me, I shall bestow upon you some benefits."
Upon hearing of possible rewards, the ruler of Muyun Kingdom’s eyes lit up with fervor and excitement.
After all, any benefits casually bestowed by a Divine Intent would be enough to last him a lifetime.
"This junior will definitely speak without reserve!"
"Hmm. Tell me of the significant events in the Rain Immortal World over the past two years."
"Very well."
The ruler of Muyun Kingdom gathered his thoughts, sifting through information in his mind, and recounted the significant events in the Rain Immortal World over the past two years.
Though his cultivation was low, he was still a lord of a Middle State cultivation kingdom, and he could receive news of major events in the Rain Immortal World.
For instance, the Pill Emperor’s breakthrough in the Seventh Revolution Pill Refinement Techniques, the full recovery and Void Fragmentation success of the Lanling Sect Master, or a woman in Yue Country of the Southeast Continent breaking through to Void Fragmentation...
Mentioning the emergence of two new Void Fragmentation experts in the Rain Immortal World, the ruler of Muyun Kingdom could not help but feel a sense of pride.
The Rain Immortal World has long been the weakest among the nine worlds, with two more Void Fragmentation experts, it is bound to significantly enhance the world’s strength.
"Senior, you might not know, but the Lanling Sect Master—King Lanling, was known as the ’first below Void Fragmentation’ in the Rain Immortal World even before his success in Void Fragmentation. Now that he has succeeded, it’s said that even Prince Jinghong is not his match."
"And the other Void Fragmentation female senior is even more formidable. It’s said that she is the wife of the Plain Clothes Marquis and is known as ’Fairy Mingque’..."
Hearing the ruler of Muyun Kingdom’s account, a gleam of light appeared in Ning Fan’s eyes.
In the two years since his departure, no major upheaval had occurred in the Rain Immortal World, nor had the Yue Country encountered any significant turmoil, which slightly eased his mind.
What he couldn’t have anticipated was the emergence of two more Void Fragmentation experts in the Rain Immortal World in just those two years.
The full recovery and Void Fragmentation success of King Lanling... while surprising, it didn’t much concern Ning Fan.
To the current Ning Fan, even if King Lanling succeeded in Void Fragmentation, he was merely a Broken First Layer Cultivator, not worth mentioning.
However, the Void Fragmentation success of ’Fairy Mingque’ genuinely took Ning Fan by surprise.
He secretly wondered if the Pill Devil had perhaps stumbled upon some heaven-defying treasure and consumed it? How else could she achieve Void Fragmentation in just two short years?
Unbelievable, truly unbelievable...
"Moreover, the Rain Emperor has expressed a desire to meet with the two newly ascended Void Fragmentation experts and summoned them to the Rain Palace a month ago," the ruler of Muyun Kingdom added.
"Mingque is currently in the Rain Palace?" Ning Fan’s gaze darkened.
Seeing Ning Fan’s expression turn cold, the ruler of Muyun Kingdom was struck with terror, breaking into a cold sweat, unsure of what he might have said to upset Ning Fan.
In his anxiety, he saw Ning Fan wave his hand, producing a pill bottle to bestow upon him.
"I am satisfied with your answers."
With that, Ning Fan’s figure blurred and slowly vanished from the spot, his whereabouts unknown.
In the rocky seclusion cave, the ruler of Muyun Kingdom held the pill bottle, his fear gradually subsiding.
After a long while, he finally opened the pill bottle, and upon seeing the pill inside, his face lit up with joy, and he bowed in the direction Ning Fan had departed.
"Thank you for the pill, Senior! This junior will never forget Senior’s generosity!"
The pill Ning Fan gave him was a Nascent Soul Transformation Dan, capable of increasing the probability of forming a Nascent Soul.
For the Lord of Muyun Country, who is approaching the Nascent Soul realm, this Nascent Soul Transformation Dan holds significant importance!
The hope of achieving Nascent Soul!
...
Ning Fan left the Muyun Country, mounted the Ancient Golden Sword, and flew eastward towards Heavenly Cloud Country.
Seated firmly atop the ancient sword, he remained as steady as a rock, unaffected by the fierce celestial winds.
Occasionally, Ning Fan took a few expensive pills to recover mana and stabilize his injuries.
His expression was rather grave, somewhat worried about the safety of Bright Sparrow.
If Bright Sparrow were to head to Rain Palace, Mu Luo’s five broken body double would be unable to follow, at most accompanied by the sable. If Rain Emperor harbored ill intentions towards Bright Sparrow, one wondered if she could remain unharmed...
This time, Ning Fan’s stay in the Tree World was not long, but indeed, much transpired.
Subduing Nieli, destroying Puppet Emperor, slaying Vine Emperor, achieving a first-grade Rain Intent, eradicating the Tri-Realm Sect Master...
Each event was enough to shake the heavens and the earth.
When put together, all these events seemed like an unbelievable dream.
It was only the dense sealing skills within and the steadily rising sense of weakness that reminded Ning Fan that this was no dream.
"My Rain Intent has already reached the first grade, enough to exhibit the Heaven Prying Rain Technique. Unfortunately, at this moment, my mana is exhausted, and my injuries are severe. Having just fought a fierce battle, my body is too weakened to perform the technique. I must first recuperate for some time and restore myself to peak condition before using it to search for Mother... Searching for her will have to wait!"
"The matter of slaying Vine Emperor probably can’t be hidden from Rain Emperor. As for killing the Tri-Realm Sect Master, he surely knows nothing about it. With Rain Emperor’s envious nature, if he realizes that my strength is enough to defeat Vine Emperor, he might bear hostility towards me or even harbor murderous intentions... Of course, he might also hide the enmity in his heart, striving for friendship... I do not know his current attitude towards me. If it is the latter, it’s fine, but if the former... Bright Sparrow might be in danger inside Rain Palace!"
"Yet, considering Rain Emperor’s disposition, even if he wishes to harm Bright Sparrow, he would choose to do so secretly..."
"Yun Zongxuan, do not push my boundaries! If possible, I do not want to do something as drastic as demolishing Rain Palace!"
Catching a cold gleam in his eyes, Ning Fan decided that should Bright Sparrow truly encounter any harm at Rain Palace, he would not spare Rain Emperor.
Speaking honestly, if Rain Emperor was willing to coexist peacefully with Ning Fan, Ning Fan wouldn’t want to be at odds.
Rain Emperor had pursued and exploited him, and even if he occasionally sheltered him, he always harbored ill intent, ready to burn bridges after crossing and killing the donkey that carried the mill. From this perspective, even if Ning Fan opposed Rain Emperor, he felt no psychological burden.
But Ning Fan had received favor from the Rain Ancestors, forming the royal lineage of divine blood and unlocking Fiendgod’s Divine Aperture. From this, he owed a significant debt of gratitude to Rain Palace and thus was unwilling to kill Rain Emperor.
"Silly little brother, it’s your care that causes your confusion. Your sister Bright Sparrow isn’t an ordinary person; as a royal clan member of the Ancient Dark Sparrow, possessing the physique of a demon as well, she succeeded in Void Fragmentation. With her means, perhaps in a direct confrontation she might not be a match for Rain Emperor, but for Rain Emperor to kill her wouldn’t be a simple task."
"Moreover, you have plenty of friends at Rain Palace, like Pill Emperor, Yun Bushu... They’ll undoubtedly protect your sister Bright Sparrow for you."
Luo You’s voice gently chimed into Ning Fan’s mind, with a teasing and charismatic tone.
Upon hearing this, Ning Fan felt assured within.
Luo You spoke truly; it was indeed his concern that caused panic.
Bright Sparrow isn’t weak, having inherited the legacy of Si Cang; her survival techniques are numerous. Even if unable to defeat Rain Emperor, she has various ways to ensure self-preservation.
Pill Emperor shared a life-and-death friendship with Ning Fan and would undoubtedly look after Bright Sparrow, ensuring Rain Emperor wouldn’t harm her.
Pill Emperor being a Seventh Revolution Pill Master, if he wants to protect Bright Sparrow, Rain Emperor would have to pay him some respect...
"You’re right; Bright Sparrow will be fine. I was overthinking."
Ning Fan’s gaze gradually calmed. This time heading to Rain Palace, he must handle his relationships with Rain Emperor carefully.
If he could coexist peacefully with Rain Emperor, it would naturally be the best outcome.
If not, then he needs to establish authority before Rain Emperor, deterring any further actions against him.
For Rain Ancestor’s sake, he will try to avoid breaking ties with Rain Emperor.
But if Rain Emperor remains stubborn and insists on enmity, then Ning Fan will show no mercy.
No amount of Rain Ancestor’s favor would be enough for Ning Fan to spare a true enemy.
It’s still a long journey to Heavenly Cloud Country, likely taking several more days.
Ning Fan set his thoughts aside, focusing wholeheartedly on regaining his mana.
With the aid of expensive pills, gradually, Ning Fan’s mana recovered to peak condition. Yet, there remained lingering internal injuries, particularly the sealing skills within him, causing some discomfort.
"This Immortal Level Sealing Skill is quite troublesome, and this is the price of killing the Tri-Realm Sect Master..."
Ning Fan waved his sleeve, taking out 19 storage pouches.
These 19 storage pouches belong to the Tri-Realm Sect Master, Nirvana Emperor, Tian Qin Lao Guai, and the Four Demonic Elders of Nirvana Palace, totaling 17 Void Fragmentation experts.
On the Land of Demons, Ning Fan had no time to bother with these trophies. But now, he could carefully sort through the spoils of war.
Within the 19 storage pouches, there were 420,000 Dao Crystals!
For Void Fragmentation cultivators, refining 10 Dao Crystals could enhance yuan magic power by one Yuanhui.
For Ning Fan, every 5 Dao Crystals could enhance one Yuanhui of magic power.
Refining 420,000 Dao Crystals would require a significant amount of time, but if completely refined, Ning Fan’s mana would also skyrocket.
Apart from Dao Crystals, other spoils were equally abundant.
Among these 19 storage pouches, the ones that most intrigued Ning Fan were those of the Tri-Realm Sect Master and Nirvana Emperor.
Within the Tri-Realm Sect Master’s pouch, there lay 15 Thunderquake Artifacts, each capable of instantly killing a Void Fragmentation cultivator at the Second Heavenly Layer!
Moreover, Ning Fan also obtained the Sect-Defining Technique of the Three Realms Sect from the Tri-Realm Sect Master’s pouch — "Spiral Void Technique".
Ning Fan had suffered several times under the Spiral Void Technique, knowing of its severity yet never having paid it much mind.
But having perused the technique’s introduction, Ning Fan was profoundly shocked.
The Spiral Void Technique turned out to be an Immortal Technique! (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)