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Chapter 650: The Dragon Tiger Fruit Rank and the Bottomless Cave
Chapter 650: The Dragon Tiger Fruit Rank and the Bottomless Cave
"This Stablemaster is a mortal cultivator who achieved immortality through merit. His origins are unclear, and since his arrival in the Immortal Court, no friends have visited him. He seems to be a lone wanderer."
In a short time, the Rainbow Thorn General had almost gathered all the necessary information.
The Stablemaster position was originally a minor role, and this person wasn't promoted by anyone in particular. Instead, he ascended to the heavens through the accumulation of merit and virtue. There was no need to investigate his background, hence the limited information.
"You suspect he holds a grudge against Zileng, fearing that he might report you upon his return, seeking revenge. So, while Zileng is away for the ceremony, you're concerned he might cause trouble in the mortal realm to hide his actions from others?"
The Rainbow Thorn General almost laughed at his own words.
Although Zileng was a woman who excelled in social interactions, she rarely held grudges in the Immortal Court. The only person she had a conflict with was this Stablemaster.
However, even if this person truly harbored such intentions, they would still need the ability to carry them out.
Zileng herself was a Sixth Rank Celestial Immortal with a dragon-like demonic body. She undoubtedly possessed protective items bestowed by Azure Phoenix, not to mention her Lion-Tiger Beast, which was once an Arhat who had attained the Fruit Position in the Bodhimanda Sect. Even if the Fruit Position was later stripped, his body, purified by the Sacred Fruit Position, was still far beyond the capabilities of ordinary Celestial Immortals.
As for those above the Celestial Immortals, they were the Taiyi Immortals.
Cultivators of such caliber had clear origins and lineages. They couldn't escape their sects any more than a monk could escape their temple. Taking action against someone who had descended with a Celestial Edict would likely result in being branded as a demon by the Immortal Court, leading to a joint effort to eliminate them and their sect.
Moreover, if a Taiyi Immortal were to support them, a matter like this could be easily resolved by hosting a banquet and clarifying the situation.
Is it worth killing someone over such a trivial matter?
"..."
Azure Phoenix didn't respond and instead took slow steps into the Imperial Stable.
Instead of relying on logic and speculation, he trusted his own eyes.
If a person was expected to return but didn't, there was a problem.
And where there was a problem, there was a cause.
He would investigate one by one.
"Hmm."
Seeing this, the Rainbow Thorn General sighed helplessly.
How did a cultivator with such a problematic mindset manage to attain the Fourth Rank?
However... the person before him didn't seem like the one he saw that day. Contrary to his expectations, Azure Phoenix didn't seem to hold Zileng in high regard. Instead, her proactive visit to his palace today was an unusual move.
This little female dragon held a significant place in the heart of the Celestial General. It seemed rather extraordinary.
Relying on the relationship between his nephew and this Zileng Immortal, the Rainbow Thorn General took a step forward. His confidence in befriending the Azure Phoenix General suddenly grew significantly.
When two Celestial Generals visited the Imperial Stable, someone should have been there to welcome them.
But after sensing their auras...
The Stable Supervisor and his deputy supported each other, but their legs had already gone soft, preventing them from leaving the hall.
Azure Phoenix returned from his journey and headed straight to the Imperial Stable. The implications of his actions were clear.
The Stablemaster was in real trouble this time!
"Sir!"
The Stable Supervisor turned and glanced at the hall, where the majestic golden-bodied figure remained seated firmly. In his haste, his voice cracked with anxiety.
Just as the two were about to speak again, before they could utter a word, two figures entered the hall, one after the other.
It's over!
The Stable Supervisor and his deputy awkwardly attempted to pay their respects, but their legs gave way, causing them to fall to the ground. They hurriedly scrambled to their feet, looking utterly ridiculous.
"We respectfully welcome the Majestic General of Azure Phoenix!"
"Welcome, Rainbow Thorn General!"
After finishing their greeting with lowered heads, they stole a glance at the Stablemaster. Their expressions were filled with fear, mixed with a hint of sorrow, as if they were looking at a dead person, hoping not to be implicated themselves.
The Azure Phoenix General paid no attention to the two's appearance and instead walked slowly towards the desk.
"I, Zileng, greet the General." Qinghua rose, performing a respectful bow without the slightest hint of negligence.
"..."
Azure Phoenix acted as if he hadn't heard a word, silently gazing at the Golden Bodhimanda without a hint of reaction. After a long silence, he asked, "Are you afraid of me?"
Upon hearing this, everyone in the hall, including Hong Jing, was taken aback.
Wasn't that a ridiculous question! After bullying their mount, this Stablemaster had come rushing over, a newly promoted Celestial Court Favorite, and who wouldn't be afraid?
Yet, Qinghua shook her head, "I'm not afraid."
Since her timid display in front of Zileng, she had made significant progress. Even facing a Fourth Rank General, she maintained her composure.
"Why?" Azure Phoenix's expression remained unchanged.
"Because I act according to the Immortal Court's laws, without fault or mistake, and thus, I'm not afraid." Qinghua spoke calmly, her gaze unwavering.
So, this was the reason.
The so-called promotion was merely a means to keep her under close watch, nothing more.
Such individuals were the most terrifying, as they were unaffected by external influences.
This tribulation... might not be so easily overcome.
...
Jianyang Prefecture, the Demon Slayer's residence.
In the empty courtyard...
Shen Yi sat with closed eyes, a hint of joy on his face.
He seemed to have found a way to compensate for the Dragon Tiger Fruit Rank deficiency.
Originally, he was to face the tribulations alone, and after enduring eighty-one of them, he hit a bottleneck. He could vaguely see the nature of the tribulations, and even without the protection of the Sacred Scripture, he wouldn't be drawn in like before, risking complete immersion with just a glimpse.
But it was also difficult to transform the tribulations into his power.
Now, things were different.
With a dragon and a tiger by his side, he could simultaneously withstand three tribulations, instantly raising his limit.
Moreover, he didn't have to endure the suffering alone. The only inconvenience was occasionally releasing two demonic souls to nurture them with the demonic origin, preventing their dissipation, which took quite some time.
Indeed, the Bodhimanda Sect's Fruit Position Scripture was extraordinary! Even the 31st Dragon Tiger Fruit Rank was like this, so what mysteries would the Void Dao Fruit hold?
"It's a pity it consumes the lifespans of demons and monsters," Shen Yi said as he opened his eyes, looking at the empty panel. The remaining eighty-eight tribulations had all been transformed into a part of the Dragon Tiger Fruit Rank.
His current strength had more than doubled compared to before.
With this method, it seemed there was no end to the lifespans of demons and monsters he could consume.
Just as Shen Yi was pondering where to find more demonic lifespans to fill this vast void, he slightly raised his gaze, looking out from the residence.
Ye Lan had returned.
(End of Chapter)
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