Chapter 349: Chapter 349: Merely the Realm of Imperial Dao
The person who came was the Fairy of Fairy Valley Second Court, hailed as the most promising young genius of her generation. She now stood at the Peak State of the Emperor Realm, just one step away from entering the domain of the Lords.
Her strength was immense.
Her means of descent was the same as Liu Kuangyi’s. The only difference was that her passage was within Soup Valley.
After walking for a long time, Chen Pingping was the first member of the Human Clan she encountered, so she wanted to come over and ask for directions. But then...
The Fairy blinked, her curved eyelashes quivering, and said indifferently, "What did you say?" She had merely wanted to ask for directions.
"Look, all set!" Chen Pingping turned to the Earth Chicken, a triumphant look on his face. The latter remained expressionless.
The Fairy furrowed her brows. "Excuse me, where is the entrance to Heaven Martial?"
"What do you want to go to Heaven Martial for?" Chen Pingping looked at her. "That place is very dangerous; it’s better not to go. I know a fun place that’s worth trying."
"I am looking for someone," she said.
"You can find them in a few days just the same."
"I take my leave!"
"Wait, don’t go yet, young one. I see that you have an extraordinary demeanor, exceptional bones, a peerless face, and an invincible aura in every gesture. You must be a peerless genius, right?" Chen Pingping spoke earnestly. "I wonder if this genius is interested in seeking a great opportunity?"
"Are you sick or something?"
"We can put my sickness aside for now."
"Don’t block my way!"
"What about a great opportunity, do you want it?"
"Scram!"
"A Golden Raven Egg, containing Origin Life Essence. It’s a pity my strength is insufficient, so I dare not go to that place. But you’re different. You are a peerless genius, one in ten thousand, a future unchallenged and immortal Emperor Realm powerhouse..." Chen Pingping cajoled, his smile unwavering.
The Fairy, who had walked a few steps away, suddenly stopped and looked sideways at him. There was a chance!
Chen Pingping’s eyes lit up as he continued, "Ah, it’s such a pity! If only my strength were greater, I would certainly take the Golden Raven Egg and eat it, then elevate myself through several realms."
As he spoke, his face showed utter disappointment and helplessness. This acting pierced deep, the drama woven tightly... Even the nearby Earth Chicken was taken aback, almost believing him.
"Is that true?" asked the Fairy.
"It’s true."
"Take me there!"
Chen Pingping feigned hesitation. "This...?"
"Whatever you ask, just name it?"
"Anything at all?" Chen Pingping’s eyes burned with eagerness as he rubbed his hands together. Before she could respond, he added, "May I ask if the lady has a Tao Companion?"
The Fairy responded with a glare. "???" Killing intent suddenly filled the air.
Chen Pingping sensed her cultivation—she was actually a powerhouse at the Peak State of the Emperor Realm! Damn... Judging by her looks, she can’t be that old, can she?
Immediately, he changed his tune. "Ten thousand Spirit Stones, and I’ll sell you this astonishing secret."
He was somewhat anxious. Did this woman emerge from the depths of Soup Valley, or was she already in this area and aware of the Golden Raven Egg?
But he was lucky. Judging by the Fairy’s reactions, she seemed unaware.
The Fairy nodded. "Fine, ten thousand Spirit Stones for your information. But if I don’t see the Golden Raven Egg, I will surely come looking for you."
She sneered inwardly. As I thought, this is just a prison. How could a convict living here understand the value of a Golden Raven Egg?
Ten thousand Spirit Stones? To her, it was a trifle.
If there really is a Golden Raven Egg, its value is immense! This trip could be the key to my breakthrough to the domain of the Lords!
Without further ado, she threw out ten thousand Spirit Stones and said, "Let’s go!"
Chen Pingping hastily gathered the Spirit Stones, pretending to be a little miser, and then said with a smile, "Okay, let’s set off right away."
「Not long after.」
He brought the Fairy back to the spot. The entire sea area had calmed down, the Golden Raven had gone dormant, and only a few cultivators were still waiting for an opportunity.
Chen Pingping pointed to the sea and said, "The Golden Raven Egg is in there, along with a living Golden Raven that seems to be at the Emperor Realm. It’s very powerful... eh, I can’t defeat it, so you’d better be careful when you go in."
A Golden Raven at the Emperor Realm? Hearing this, the Earth Chicken’s mouth twitched.
The Fairy extended her Divine Sense and swept the area, sensing the existence of the Golden Raven. However, the fluctuations of its aura were calm, making it hard to discern its true realm.
It was crouched in a huge nest. Presumably, what it holds is the Golden Raven Egg? This person has not deceived me.
The Fairy immediately said, "Alright, you can go now."
"But you have to be careful! That Golden Raven is at the Emperor Realm," Chen Pingping nagged.
"Go away!"
"Be careful, alright!" Chen Pingping took a few steps, looking back repeatedly, still offering well-intentioned advice...
Unfortunately, the Fairy was not grateful. The transaction was complete, and she did not want Chen Pingping lingering around, affecting her chance to get the Golden Raven Egg.
After Chen Pingping had walked off into the distance, she approached the sea.
「Not far away.」
The Earth Chicken rolled his eyes. "You’re really wicked."
Chen Pingping said without blushing or trembling, "How am I wicked? Isn’t there a Golden Raven Egg? Isn’t the lurking Golden Raven very powerful? I reminded her several times."
The Earth Chicken retorted, "Is that what you call a reminder?"
Is this how one gives reminders? A Saint Realm Golden Raven, bluntly declared as Emperor Realm. Is that a reminder?
Behind them, the Emperor Spirit carrying Jiang Ni’er approached. She said, "Brother Chen, should I perform a divination?"
Chen Pingping panicked for a moment, hastily stopping her. "No, just stay put."
The Earth Chicken spoke again, "What if she’s really strong, withstands the Golden Raven’s killing intent, and takes away the Golden Raven Egg? What then?"
That was indeed a problem, but Chen Pingping had already thought of a strategy.
If the Fairy really withstood the Golden Raven’s killing intent and afterward took the Golden Raven Egg, she would undoubtedly be heavily drained, with little combat power left.
He could strike from the shadows to snatch it.
And if the Fairy wasn’t up to that level and couldn’t contend with the Golden Raven, the scenario would be her briefly distracting the Golden Raven.
Using that opportunity, he would grab the Golden Raven Egg as quickly as possible.
Heh! I’m really clever.
Chen Pingping smiled faintly. "I hope those still lurking around here don’t mess things up, or else I’ll be very angry."
「...」
On the sea’s surface, waves rippled, spreading out layer by layer.
The Fairy took several steps forward. The cultivators lying in ambush all raised their heads. "Is she making her move? That’s a Saint Realm Golden Raven!"
BANG!
The Fairy waved her hand, unleashing a fierce sword beam that momentarily cleaved the water below her.
"How strong."
"That’s at least the power of the Peak State of the Emperor Realm."
"What Sword Dao is that?" Everyone watched her.
Even Chen Pingping wiped away a cold sweat. I’ve stirred up big trouble. This woman is not ordinary...
A cold wind blew, her long dress and sleeves dancing. Her stern face radiated a cold killing intent, and her dark eyes stared down at the bottom of the sea.
Just a mere Emperor Realm beast, she thought.
She descended step by step. However...
The huge Golden Raven suddenly opened its eyes. A cold golden gleam burst forth from them, transforming into several sharp sword slashes.
The Sword Intent, Dharma Principle, and Power Path contained within them were especially majestic. Moreover, within those slashes, there was even the fluctuation of a domain’s aura.
The Fairy was taken aback.