Chapter 1815 - 162: Return to the Royal Capital

Sky City.

A beam of black and white rainbow light pierced through the sky.

In the previous instant, it was still at the horizon’s edge; in the next instant, it appeared over Sky City, then descended into the city, landing in front of the Marquis Mansion’s gate.

"Greetings, Prince!"

"Pay respects to the Prince!"

"..."

In front of the Marquis Mansion, the gatekeeper quickly bowed to Jiang Ning upon seeing this scene.

Jiang Ning slightly nodded.

"Prince, the Marquis is waiting in the front hall!" The head gatekeeper spoke, then continued, "I shall lead the way for the Prince!"

Jiang Ning nodded again.

Afterward, he crossed the Marquis Mansion’s gate, bypassed the screen wall, and passed through the front courtyard and hallway.

Jiang Ning’s figure appeared in front of the council hall.

Inside the hall, Zhou Sheng and Zhong Yue sat upright and alert, while Zhong Ling sat on a chair on the side, her gaze frequently turned to the entrance.

Upon seeing Jiang Ning, the three nearly stood up simultaneously.

"Prince!" Zhou Sheng stepped forward quickly, his eyes filled with anticipation and unease, "How did it go?"

"I’ve met those two Heavenly Kings from Broken Dragon Ridge. They agreed to retreat and never to set foot in Five Mountains Prefecture again in this lifetime," Jiang Ning said.

"They’re retreating already?" Zhou Sheng was stunned, as was Zhong Yue.

"Yes!" Jiang Ning nodded, glanced around, and walked towards Zhong Ling nearby.

He picked up the teacup from the tea table beside Zhong Ling, poured it into his mouth, and moistened his throat.

Then continued, "Those two Heavenly Kings were sensible; I said a couple of words, they knew their strength was not comparable to mine, and naturally retreated, without much persuasion needed."

"The Prince is truly a Divine!" Zhou Sheng stepped forward and cupped his hands towards Jiang Ning, "The Prince has resolved the crisis in Five Mountains Prefecture, sparing countless common people from the scourge of war. On behalf of the entire county, we thank the Prince for such immense grace!"

As he finished speaking, Zhou Sheng deeply bowed to Jiang Ning, bending significantly.

Seeing this, Jiang Ning remained calm and composed.

This bow, he accepted with no regrets.

Though it seemed little effort was spent, he knew with enough ability, little effort was needed.

If it were a year ago, with his strength back then, those two Heavenly Kings might not have even glanced at him, treating him as insignificant.

The current outcome is all because of changes in strength.

"Thank you, Prince!!" Zhong Yue also bowed to Jiang Ning, the gaze towards him flashing with a complicated expression.

"Then Prince, what is your opinion on the current Yellow Heaven Sect?" After the courtesy, Zhou Sheng posed another question to Jiang Ning.

"I have a general understanding of Yellow Heaven Taoist’s principles!" Jiang Ning spoke, continuing, "I just went to Xisha County on my way and met with that Yellow Heaven Taoist."

"What?!" Zhou Sheng and Zhong Yue exclaimed almost simultaneously, while Zhong Ling’s eyes widened.

She quickly noticed the empty teacup still in Jiang Ning’s hand and hurriedly picked up the teapot from the tea table and filled Jiang Ning’s teacup.

"The Prince not only repelled enemies from Broken Dragon Ridge but also met the Yellow Heaven Taoist in Xisha County?" Zhou Sheng asked incredulously.

"Yes!" Jiang Ning nodded, then poured another gulp from the teacup to moisten his throat.

Upon seeing Jiang Ning’s affirmation.

Zhou Sheng and Zhong Yue took a deep breath.

They knew well the distance from Xisha County to Five Mountains Prefecture; though not separated by oceans and mountains, the two places are adjacent, the journey is still lengthy.

And Jiang Ning, from going out just now to returning now, in total hadn’t even taken thirty minutes.

Such a short time, going to Broken Dragon Ridge to repel the enemy, and visiting Yellow Heaven Taoist in Xisha County.

Not to mention others, just the speed alone made them realize Jiang Ning’s terrifying prowess.

Traveling from North Sea to Kunwu in an evening.

Even myth couldn’t exceed this.

Next moment, Zhou Sheng steadied himself, took a deep breath, calming the waves in his heart.

"Prince, when you met the Sect Hierarch of Yellow Heaven Sect, what transpired?"

"Nothing much!" Jiang Ning replied indifferently, "Just a simple meeting, exchanged a few words, and also had a minor skirmish!"

"Then, when the Prince fought him..." Zhou Sheng cautiously asked.

"Neither of us went all out; just a clash of Primordial Spirit power ended in a stalemate!" Jiang Ning said.

Upon hearing these words, Zhou Sheng and Zhong Yue were once again taken aback.

Evenly matched!

Those four words conveyed Jiang Ning’s calmness and confidence.

Furthermore, these four words affirmed the external rumors of Jiang Ning as the sixth in the world, solidifying it now.

Regardless of whether they went all out.

They understood, Jiang Ning dared to visit Xisha County alone, meeting Yellow Heaven Taoist.

That alone spoke volumes.

Moreover, to dare lay hands in Yellow Heaven Taoist’s territory, spoke even more.

Zhou Sheng once again suppressed the turbulence inside, then looked at Jiang Ning and asked the most pressing question.

"Does the Prince think the threat of Yellow Heaven Sect can be resolved?"

Jiang Ning pondered for a moment, shook his head, "In the short term, it’s irresolvable."

"His actions, though aggressive, he has a blueprint and convictions in his heart, not shaken by mere words. What’s more, the real chaos doesn’t lie with Yellow Heaven Sect but in deeper waters! Those immortals left behind since the Ancient Era!"

"Moreover, around the valley where Yellow Heaven Taoist resides, is encircled by a grand formation, based on Innate Eight Trigrams, drawing the forces of earth veins. With its reinforcement, he claimed that even if a Martial Saint himself came, they would pay a price to take his life!"

"Precisely because of this reason, I merely probed him briefly before retreating!"

Upon hearing these words, Zhou Sheng and Zhong Yue again showed a flash of astonishment in their eyes.

Subsequently, Zhou Sheng displayed a thoughtful expression.

"For Yellow Heaven Taoist to prepare so thoroughly, no wonder he dares to openly incite rebellion! Thankfully, Great Xia still has a Prince like you! Otherwise, without that one coming forth, who could restrain the actions of Yellow Heaven Taoist!"