NABC Chapter 196 Shocking the Beast
Chapter 196 Shocking the Beast
Xia Zhongnan asked doubtfully: "Another civilization, another form of life?"
Gongsun Kehua affirmed: "Yes, this is an extremely strange life form. They have different forms. Some are like ordinary stones here, some are like mountains, some are covered with metal, and some are no different from lava... In short, their forms are ever-changing, but they are indeed intelligent creatures, and each of them is extremely powerful, and can survive like a fish in water in places where we cannot survive...
They roamed the vast starry sky, and wherever they went, it was like a nightmare, everything could be swallowed up by them, even the stars were swept away without leaving any trace.
Xia Zhongnan was a little surprised when he heard this. He had expected Gongsun Kehua to mention the existence of something like his hometown, but unexpectedly he got such shocking information.
Ji Tinglin said: "In order to fight for the territory of survival, we have fought endless battles with the evil alien species in the starry sky. Countless heroes have rushed to the front line, and we, the hidden sects, are mostly the legacy of those warriors. Our mission is to breed new warriors to support the front line."
Xia Zhongnan retorted: "You want to train new warriors? How can warriors be trained in the comfort of home?"
Gongsun Kehua responded: "We understand that truly strong people cannot grow in shelters, but their path to rise also consumes a huge amount of resources, and resources are limited, so we adopt a strategy of both internal development and external competition."
Xia Zhongnan asked, "Are you planning to use me as a target for external strife?"
The two smiled awkwardly, and Gongsun Kehua continued, "Young Xia's combat power is outstanding in the Spiritual Transformation Realm, but he is still a long way from the true peak, and it is not yet time for us to compete. If that moment comes, the higher-level giants will personally discuss with the young hero.
I'm looking for you now because I hope to facilitate a cooperation."
Xia Zhongnan asked: "How to cooperate?"
Gongsun Kehua said: "In half a year, each cultivation world will hold a grand competition for the Spiritual Realm. The winner will decide the allocation of cultivation resources for the next hundred years. I would like to invite you to represent the Heavenly Soldier Pavilion to fight in the Illusionary Realm. The Heavenly Soldier Pavilion will do its best to help you achieve the Spiritual Realm of Heaven and Earth that you will need for your future promotion."
To achieve a breakthrough in the Hedao realm, one must go to a sacred place with Yuanmai. Such a place may be the core of a kingdom or the forbidden area of a supreme sect. It is difficult for anyone who is not an insider to get a glimpse of the way in.
The promise made by Tianbing Pavilion was of great importance and it cleared away one of Xia Zhongnan’s worries.
Xia Zhongnan smiled and said, "I see! If I represent Tianbing Pavilion in the competition, Senior Ji..."
He implied that Ji Tinglin should have the same expectation and agreed to Tianbing Pavilion. How should Lingxiao Pavilion respond?
Ji Tinglin said: "It's okay, this is the Heavenly Soldier Pavilion, I shouldn't force Xia Shaoxia to represent the High Heaven Pavilion. But the competition is conducted in the form of a team, and what is tested is the team's strength.
Lingxiao Pavilion and Tianbing Pavilion have always been on good terms. They can form an alliance and help each other during the competition. All you have to do then is to take care of them!
As for the reward to the young hero, Lingxiao Pavilion will not be stingy. "
Xia Zhongnan was very excited.
What's there to fear about the confrontation between the two realms of transformation? If he could establish a relationship with these two hidden sects, it would only benefit his future path...
For the first time in all these years, he heard clues about another world from other people. Although it had nothing to do with his hometown Earth, it made him feel that he was one step closer to returning.
Those hidden sects hold secret places leading to other worlds, and he must see those passages with his own eyes. It would be even better if he could find the way back directly!
He talked with Gongsun Kehua and Ji Tinglin, and agreed on a plan to go to the Posuo Realm, and then left with Tushan Fang'er.
After going back and forth, three days had passed since they arrived at Lingxiu City. Azure Dragon, Qilin and other fantastic beasts had all arrived, and Gu Xiuzhang had chosen a secluded and open courtyard for them to inhabit.
These strange beasts have changed into human form, and as long as they are not deliberately noticed by high-level practitioners, they can freely shuttle through the hustle and bustle of human cities. However, their existence is a secret trump card in Xia Zhongnan's hand, so Xia Zhongnan does not want them to be easily exposed.
After Xia Zhongnan returned, he did not return directly to the governor's mansion, but went straight here. The disciples of Wentian Palace were guarding the door. When they saw Xia Zhongnan, they saluted and said, "Young Palace Master, you are back!"
Xia Zhongnan asked: "Have the guests settled in?"
The disciple responded: "The deputy palace master brought a total of ten guests, and they have all checked in here."
As a cultivator in the Spirit Transformation Stage, Gu Xiuzhan had already been listed as the deputy palace master.
Xia Zhongnan asked again: "What is so special about these guests?"
The disciple replied, "There is nothing unusual about the guests, except that they eat a lot."
Xia Zhongnan smiled and said, "They are cultivators, so it's normal for them to have a big appetite."
The disciple was surprised and said, "But they ate so much...it's shocking!"
Xia Zhongnan was curious: "What did they eat?"
The disciple replied: "One person can eat a whole cow in one meal, and the wine and drinks sent there filled more than 20 carts. In order to make the guests enjoy themselves, the deputy palace master specially invited more than 40 chefs to cook for them!"
Tu Shan Fang'er couldn't help but chuckle when she heard this, obviously imagining the scene of the strange beasts feasting on the food.
These strange beasts were new to the human world and had their first taste of human delicacies, so it was reasonable that they could not control their appetite for the time being. Fortunately, he had arranged for Gu Xiu Zhang, who knew the inside story, to entertain them in advance, otherwise this alone would probably attract the attention of someone with ulterior motives.
Xia Zhongnan warned his disciples: "The guests who came are extraordinary. They are related to the sect's secrets. You must not disclose any of what you see or hear."
The disciples assured: "Disciples understand, the deputy palace master has already told us that we will not reveal it to the outside world."
Xia Zhongnan nodded and led Tu Shanfang'er into the courtyard. Gu Xiuzhang's arrangements were very thorough, and a magic array was set up in the courtyard to block the breath. Only after passing through the outer courtyard could one hear the sound of cups and plates clinking in the inner courtyard.
The human-shaped Azure Dragon shouted in its bell-like voice, "Bai Xiao, you can't drink much. You're already drunk after just one ride!"
Then, Qilin's voice sounded: "Qingpao, stop drinking. Don't get carried away. This is the human world. Be careful not to cause trouble and implicate everyone!"
Then, a mysterious female voice sounded: "What Saint Qi said is absolutely right. We must keep a low profile when we first enter the mortal world!"
Tu Shan Fang'er couldn't help laughing: "Bai Xiao, Qing Pao, Qi Sheng, they actually gave themselves such appropriate names!"
Xia Zhongnan responded: "How can it compare to the charm of your name, Fang'er?"
Tu Shan Fang'er explained: "Our fox tribe has had a unique naming custom since ancient times. My name was given by my father. They probably named themselves after they came to the human world."
As they were talking, they stepped into the backyard and saw a huge table. Gu Xiuzhan was accompanying ten strange beasts that had transformed into human forms. The table was full of delicious food and wine, and two carts of empty bowls and plates that had been enjoyed were stacked on both sides.
Seeing Xia Zhongnan and Tu Shan Fang'er coming, Gu Xiuzhan was obviously relieved. It was obvious that he was under a lot of pressure to dine with these strange beasts.
As soon as Qinglong saw Xia Zhongnan, he immediately stood up and shouted, "Xia Zhongnan, you are so mean! There are countless delicacies in the world, but you don't take us to taste them. You only take Tu Shan Fang'er, the little fox, to wander around and leave us all in Fengqi Mountain. This is really too much!"
Xia Zhongnan's mind moved, and the towering Kunlun Mountains instantly appeared in the void, hanging above Qinglong's sea of spiritual consciousness.
In an instant, Qinglong felt a pressure as heavy as a mountain. He collapsed on the chair, shattering it into pieces, and fell to the ground, almost revealing his true form.
The other strange beasts stood up in astonishment, looking at Qinglong and then at Xia Zhongnan.
Qinglong was still under tremendous pressure, his face gradually turned pale, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.
Xia Zhongnan glanced at Qinglong, then looked around at the beasts and said in a deep voice: "Aren't you complaining that I didn't bring you to appreciate the beauty of the human world? Then let me tell you, in addition to fine wine and delicious food, there are also cultivators! Your identities are like rare treasures in heaven and earth to human cultivators, and are the best materials for forging artifacts. Once exposed, you will be besieged by human cultivators, and eventually be skinned and boned, and integrated into weapons.
Do you understand that in the outside world, a feast like this is enough to attract countless attention? It won’t be long before cultivators from the Void Realm or even the He Dao Realm will come to encircle and suppress you!”
He was not exaggerating. Once the identity of the alien beast was exposed, all of this could come true.
But at the moment, the power in his hands is limited, and he can only rely on the power of these strange beasts. However, it is also like walking on a tightrope, and every step needs to be steady and without any room for error.
Fortunately, he possessed the unique skill of "Kunlun Suppression", which was enough to intimidate these strange beasts and always remind them to restrain their behavior.
Qinglong was close to his limit, and gritted his teeth and said, "Okay, Xia Zhongnan, I understand, you should put away your magical powers!"
Xia Zhongnan removed the "Kunlun Suppression" on Qinglong's spiritual sea, and Qinglong slowly leaned back to the back of the chair beside him and sat up with difficulty...
Xia Zhongnan solemnly declared: "Don't be resistant. Now we, including me, are insignificant. If we want to live safely in this free and unrestrained world, we must continue to grow stronger and stronger, so strong that no one can easily suppress our wings..."
As he spoke, Xia Zhongnan waved his hand, and ten top-level Yuan Ling stones appeared before his eyes. He continued, "These are top-level Yuan Ling stones. Take them and transform them into your power as soon as possible."
Faced with these strange beasts, Xia Zhongnan could not trust them as much as his fellow practitioners in Tianwen Immortal Palace, so he adopted a combination of kindness and severity.
After all, "the hearts of aliens are difficult to guess." He remains highly vigilant against the alien beasts. Although he has to rely on them for now, he also strives to limit their influence.
The only exception was Tu Shan Fang'er. Xia Zhongnan was less wary of her and had already given her a lot of top-level Yuanling Stones to help her evolve.
After the strange beasts collected the Yuanling Stones, Xia Zhongnan said, "I called you here to help me. This place is called Xiuzhou, it is our territory, but we have a powerful neighbor - Maitreya City..."
He explained the current situation in Xiuzhou to the monsters, and then said: "I want to wipe out the Maitreya Temple that has invaded Xiuzhou in one fell swoop. In the next few days, you should be prepared, and I will notify you of the action!"