Chapter 806: Seeking a Son-in-Law
Chapter 806: Seeking a Son-in-Law
“Hmm? ”
Fang Xi's Divine Consciousness swept across the battlefield.
Now, within the Black Cloud Mountain Range, within the scope of his divine authority, almost everything, no matter how trivial or significant, was clearly visible, as if etched before his eyes.
Immediately, with a wave of his hand, a speck of golden light appeared, landing in his palm. It was actually a golden token!
This token was engraved with dragon patterns, glowing brilliantly golden all over. It surprisingly hadn't been crushed by the previous 'True Form of the Five Sacred Mountains'.
On its front, were inscribed four grand characters: 'As If the Emperor Himself Were Present'.
With just a single glance, Fang Xi felt the token imbued with immense majesty and a wisp of 'Emperor's Aura'!
Through this Imperial Token, Fang Xi seemed to see a true dragon with a golden body, green scales, and purple eyes!
The clouds and mist displayed five colors: black, white, yellow, green, and purple, appearing quite profound and strange.
At this moment, the true dragon, its purple draconic eyes fixed on Fang Xi, suddenly let out a roar of extreme fury.
“If your true body were here, I might have some reservations. . . ”
Fang Xi let out a cold laugh. Above his head, the divine position of the Fourth-rank Black Cloud Mountain Mountain God flashed, and a patch of green clouds appeared, dispelling the dragon's roar.
He held the Imperial Token and mused thoughtfully, “It’s not just the suppression of divine power, but also the Daoist decrees? ”
This Imperial Token was equivalent to 'As If the Emperor Himself Were Present'. Even if held by a mortal, as long as he was an Imperial Envoy, he could easily seize major righteous gods, and even those below the fifth rank, with the authority to execute first and report later.
In the Divine Dao world, such authority could naturally be wielded due to the restrictions of the Daoist decrees!
The deities of the Dao Court, whether consecrated, formed from incense offerings, or even primordial deities coerced into service, as long as they possessed a Daoist decree within them, would be intimidated by it. Upon the issuance of an imperial edict, they could only obediently accept death!
Therefore, even a Seventh-rank Imperial Envoy could apprehend high-ranking officials of the Fourth or Fifth rank!
If Fang Xi had accepted the Third-rank 'Grand Dao Court Great Cavern Precious Decree' earlier, then facing this Imperial Token, his life and death would truly no longer be his own.
“However, that applies to a legitimate Imperial Envoy. For me, it’s just trash. . . ”
The Divine Dao's authentication was extremely stringent. The Emperor's Dragon Qi within the golden token harbored enmity and resisted Fang Xi. How could it possibly be used by him?
“On the other hand, the restrictive methods within are quite ingenious. . . Perhaps I can dismantle and study them and incorporate them into the Investiture of the Gods List in the future. ”
Fang Xi toyed with the token and gracefully landed before the Mountain God's manor.
“Mas. . . Master. . . ”
Old Man Song, Bai Tongzi, and the other servants, seeing Fang Xi, were instantly so frightened they couldn't even speak properly.
“Indeed, as you all can see, your master has rebelled against the Dao Court today. We are all rebels now. ”
Fang Xi let out a hearty laugh.
He saw that apart from Mei Changkong, whose expression was slightly agitated, the other three little wretches were practically so scared their legs turned to jelly. He couldn't help but feel a little bored.
“Very well. Having killed this Imperial Envoy today, the Dao Court will surely send an punitive expedition in the future. . . My Black Cloud Mountain is connected to Connecting Cloud Mountain and Coiling Dragon Lake. I shall first go inquire of the Connecting Cloud Mountain God to see if he is willing to rebel against the Dao Court with me. If not, then I'll simply kill him directly. . . ”
Fang Xi's expression was calm, not putting the Connecting Cloud Mountain God in his eyes in the slightest.
Moreover, this method of forcing a superior to rebel made Mei Changkong's eyes light up, as if he had learned another trick.
In reality, Fang Xi was well aware that the Connecting Cloud Mountain God had been consecrated by the Dao Court, and it was absolutely impossible for him to 'sink to the same level' as himself.
Therefore, in the end, he would still have to kill him.
But by doing so, he could legitimately occupy the Connecting Cloud Mountain Range, accumulating resources for future divine rank elevation.
...
Coiling Dragon Lake.
A formation, rippling with water, suddenly materialized, startling a group of carp nearby, who quickly swam away.
A black loach several zhang long swam out, swaying its head and tail. Its body was as thick as a water vat, covered in fine black scales, with a large bump protruding from its head. It actually looked as if it was about to transform into a flood dragon.
Above the Well Dragon King's head, there was also a snow-white seashell, and a small, whimpering creature hid within the shell, peeking at the outside world through a crack.
“The Shinto avatar has already begun. . . ”
“I also need to find something for the Coiling Dragon Lake Lord to do. . . This Dragon Lord is quite stingy. He wouldn't even give me a hundred jars of Ice Jade Brew. . . ”
The Well Dragon King swayed its head and tail, and whenever it encountered Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals along the way, it simply inhaled them.
Whoosh!
Wherever the black light passed, those Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals reverted to their original forms, turning into fierce lobsters the length of an arm, and crabs the size of a washbasin. All of them were swallowed whole by Fang Xi in one gulp, not even spitting out their shells. . .
“So scary, so scary. . . ”
The Shell Maiden hid atop the Well Dragon King's head, her eyes filled with terror.
After devouring a large amount of blood-food, the Well Dragon King's body grew several sizes larger. It sped along like the wind and lightning, and before long, it arrived at a dazzling, bright spot at the bottom of the lake.
A semi-circular light barrier separated the lake water, and within it was a dragon palace.
CRACK!
Fang Xi flicked his tail, and the dragon palace's water barrier instantly shattered, revealing the dragon palace behind it.
His Divine Consciousness swept once, and he charged towards the treasure vault.
“Don't say the Dragon King has no treasures. . . Under the influence of this world's incense and faith, it is said that Dragon Lords possess numerous treasures. There must be quite a few good things in his treasure vault. . . ”
Fang Xi proceeded as if entering an unmanned territory, arriving before one storeroom after another.
“Ah. . . you fish demon! How dare you be so insolent! Watch as General Gou comes to meet you! ”
A fish demon, clad in bronze armor and wielding two pitch-black heaven-shattering hammers, charged out.
He brandished his heaven-shattering hammers, creating powerful gusts of wind, his demonic aura soaring to the sky. Clearly, he was no ordinary fodder.
Fang Xi, however, scoffed. A streak of black qi shot out, and with a mere swirl, it disarmed this fish general, revealing his true form. He was, in fact, a yellow-tailed gou fish.
With two crunching sounds, he devoured the opponent. Two bulging lumps on his belly burst open, revealing two three-toed dragon claws.
“Haha. . . ”
Fang Xi burst into loud laughter. With a grab of his dragon claw, the storeroom's formation instantly shattered, revealing the dazzling, multicolored treasures within.
His Divine Consciousness swept over the area. He completely ignored the treasures that external cultivators, or even Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals, would covet, and instead charged towards another warehouse.
This was clearly a wine cellar, with jars of fine liquor neatly arranged.
Fang Xi extended his dragon claw and crushed a jar of fine wine. Countless streams of liquor spilled onto the ground, emitting an astonishing aroma of alcohol.“Hmm, its color is like ice, yet it burns like fire in the mouth. . . It truly is Ice Jade Brew. ”
Fang Xi guzzled down a few jars of wine and casually dropped the little Shell Maiden.
He had abducted the little girl and had grown tired of playing with her for so many days. Naturally, he had to send her home.
At this moment, with a whistle, it was about to leave, swaying its head and tail.
With such a great demon appearing in Coiling Dragon Lake, the Coiling Dragon Lake Lord would have to be out of his mind to go conquer Black Cloud Mountain.
Roar! Roar!
Just then, a dragon's roar was heard.
Golden light shimmered, accompanied by green clouds.
A hornless dragon with a single horn and two claws was seen flying out from the dragon palace. With a flash of light and shadow, it transformed into the appearance of the Coiling Dragon Lake Lord.
Upon seeing Fang Xi's true form, he couldn't help but stroke his beard and exclaimed, “What a true hero! ”
“Old man Dragon King. . . You weren't even willing to give a hundred jars of fine wine to redeem your daughter. I find that quite despicable. . . Today, this ransom, you'll pay it whether you want to or not! ”
Fang Xi's demonic aura soared to the heavens. It was the very image of an unbridled great demon.
“Hero, let's talk this over properly. . . I deeply admire talent. I wonder if you, hero, would take a liking to my humble daughter? I am willing to offer her to you as a wife. . . ”
The Coiling Dragon Lake Lord stroked his beard and uttered words that left Fang Xi dumbfounded.
However, upon reflection, it was quite reasonable.
This Dragon King had probably birthed hundreds of daughters. Casually offering one in a marriage alliance would be enough to stabilize a great demon like himself. It could be said to be an extremely cost-effective move.
As for his daughter's happiness? Consider it a sacrifice for the foundation of the dragon palace. . .
“That little Shell Maiden. . . ”
A hint of disdain appeared on Fang Xi's face. “I am a great demon who stirs up trouble. How could I be willing to wear shackles. . . Old man Dragon King, your position will have to be handed over to me another day. . . Haha! ”
He let out a loud laugh, transformed into a streak of black qi, and vanished instantly without a trace.
With such a great demon appearing in Coiling Dragon Lake, the Coiling Dragon Lake Lord would have to be out of his mind to go conquer Black Cloud Mountain.
“Your Lordship, this loach demon is truly insolent. . . ”
The Turtle Prime Minister beside him was filled with righteous indignation. The Shell Maiden was the Dragon Lord's most beloved daughter!
To humble himself and make such an overture, and yet the other party showed no appreciation!
“Enough. . . ”
The Coiling Dragon Lake Lord ordered someone to check on the Shell Maiden, and finding her safe and sound, couldn't help but let out a long breath.
He gazed in the direction Fang Xi had departed, and in his eyes, there seemed to be an indescribable look of envy.
Once upon a time, he seemed to be like that too: freely indulging in gratitude and vengeance, living a carefree life.
Ever since he was oppressed by the Dao Court and accepted his consecration, everything had changed. . .
...
Connecting Cloud Mountain Range.
“Where is the Mountain God? ”
The Shinto avatar, wielding Earth Escape Art, arrived at a towering, prominent peak deep within the mountain range and shouted loudly.
The Divine Dao also had this drawback: it was difficult to abandon one's base of operations.
As the Connecting Cloud Mountain Range was the Connecting Cloud Mountain God's place of origin, he simply couldn't abandon the entire mountain range and flee.
At this moment, a flash of light appeared atop the peak, revealing a burly man wearing a tiger-skin skirt. His body was enveloped in chilling golden light; he was a legitimate Fifth-rank deity.
Seeing Fang Xi, his expression changed slightly. “Black Cloud Mountain God, you have murdered an Imperial Envoy of the Dao Court; your sins are grievous. Instead of going back to properly ponder how to deal with the Dao Court's punishment, why have you come to seek me out? ”
“Connecting Cloud Mountain God, I wonder if you are willing to rebel against the Dao Court with me? ”
Fang Xi asked with a smile.
“What kind of joke are you playing? ” The Connecting Cloud Mountain God flatly refused. “I am an official of the Dao Court, blessed by imperial grace for generations. . . ”
CRACK!
Before his words had even finished echoing, the True Form of a towering mountain suddenly descended.
Fang Xi crossed his arms, a slight regret in his tone. “Since that's the case, then you are no longer of any concern. ”
BOOM!
Golden divine power flashed explosively around the Connecting Cloud Mountain God, vaguely transforming into the shape of a giant tiger to meet the colossal mountain in mid-air.
Subsequently, the giant tiger let out a mournful cry and was directly crushed by the mountain. The speed of this True Form of the Mountain did not slow in the slightest as it crashed down with a thundering sound.
CRASH!
After a deafening crash, it seemed as if a layer of the mountain peak itself had been smashed away.
The Connecting Cloud Mountain God was gone. . .
“Oh no, the Mountain God is dead! ”
“Lord Mountain God is dead. . . ”
The minor deities and divine clerks, seeing this scene, immediately scattered in terror.
“They are all subordinates of the Connecting Cloud Mountain God, each of them with a hopeless future. . . ”
Fang Xi's Divine Consciousness swept over them, and he let them go.
Primordial deities, once a Daoist decree was implanted within them, even if they could still consecrate other deities, would likewise be constrained by the Dao Court, finding it difficult to freely advance their divine rank!
He now sat atop the peak, clutching the divine position of the Connecting Cloud Mountain God. With a single thought, the earth qi of Black Cloud Mountain surged forth, intending to refine this entire mountain range.
From this day forward, Black Cloud Mountain would be the main peak of the Connecting Cloud Mountain Range.
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