Chapter 2417 - 2418: Summer! Midnight

Chapter 2417: Chapter 2418: Summer! Midnight

"The Eastern Desolation truly is disappointing, not a single one worthy of a fight. Either they’re so old they’re nearly in the grave, or they’re curled up, too cowardly to face me, opting instead to be like rats hiding in the dark. How can such people be worthy opponents for me?"

As the Divine Heir of the Western Desolation’s God Clan, Xia feels let down by the Eastern Desolation, not finding the intriguing challenge he imagined.

The ones he refers to as nearly in their graves are, of course, the powerful Daoist experts from the Turquoise Pool Sanctuary, one such elder woman already dead by his hand. The ones too scared to show themselves are the Daoist experts of the Demon God Sect.

Despite his brazen challenge at the Demon God Sect, not one Daoist expert appeared, further trivializing them in Xia’s eyes.

"Since the Eastern Desolation is so dull, perhaps a trip to the Southern Desolation may prove interesting, hopefully it won’t disappoint."

Swish.

Xia’s figure instantly vanished from the hall of the divine sanctuary.

On that very day, a massive battle erupted on the land of the Southern Desolation, the turmoil reaching the borders of the Eastern Desolation, astonishing many Eastern Martial Artists, spurring some to rush over to investigate.

A gigantic bird blotted out the sun, occupying the entire sky, casting the earth into darkness.

The numerous ancient beasts on the ground were trembling in fear, innately terrified by the massive bird in the sky which overwhelmingly suppressed them in bloodline, aura, and realm.

These ancient beasts did not dare to lift their heads to look at the bird, yet they felt its fury.

This is because a human had enraged the bird. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

The human was incredibly strong, so much so that even the bird couldn’t swiftly prevail.

"In the entire Southern Desolation, you’re the only ancient beast of Daoist level. While you are better than those cowardly souls of the Eastern Desolation, due to your performance, I shall spare you today."

"However, I shall pluck every feather from your body; their color is quite beautiful and would make a splendid giant fan. I’ve recently taken on a handmaid, and it will be just fine for her to fan me."

Xia’s voice echoed across the Southern Desolation, and all the ancient beasts heard it clearly, furious at the human’s disrespect toward their king.

If not for the bird’s intimidating pressure, they would have rushed him without hesitation.

The bird was incensed by Xia’s words—though it had lived for countless years, refining its state of mind until it was incredibly high, Xia’s words inflicted too great an insult on it. Pluck its feathers? Make a fan?

As the strongest of the ancient beast lineage, the bird had never suffered such humiliation, even its refined mindset could not hold firm.

Hoo...

The bird initiated an attack.

Xia laughed heartily and welcomed the fight. A fierce clash ensued in the air between the human and the bird.

The battle did not last long, less than the time it takes to burn half an incense stick. The bird fell, its vibrant feathers completely plucked, left a bare, featherless creature.

All the ancient beasts were dumbfounded; their king was defeated, defeated by an extremely arrogant young man.

The news soon spread through the Eastern Desolation, with vivid descriptions of the battle between Xia and the Daoist-level bird. All who heard were astounded.

Xia, the God Lord of the divine sanctuary, had been a dominant presence in the homeland in recent days, consistently drawing attention with shocking deeds.

Earlier, he toured various sects, taking talents like the Stone Demon Prince and Turquoise Pool Saintess as handmaids and attendants. Now, having lost interest in the Eastern Desolation, he turned to the Southern Desolation, battling Daoist-level ancient beasts, emerging victorious.

Those who heard the news couldn’t help but sympathize with the ancient beast lineage’s Daoist-level bird; such formidable strength brought low by someone like Xia, even its beautiful plumage stripped away.

Moreover, this incident underscored Xia’s might, Xia’s invincibility.

The people’s fear of Xia grew daily as he continued to undertake extraordinary feats.

Anyone targeted by Xia likely faced no good fortune.

Now, both Eastern and Southern Desolations have been thoroughly spread by Xia’s exploits, Daoist-level experts vanquished by him, as for the Northern Desolation, he’s disinterested, finding it too cold, and lacking life.

As for the Western Desolation, his birthplace, he’s yet to have his fill of fun there, how could he return home now?

Xia began feeling bored again; when bored, he grew irritable, and when irritable, various sects experienced misfortune.

To prevent Xia turning his attention to their various sects, Taixu Zi, Sect Leader of Taiyi Shen Sect, took the initiative to request an audience with Xia.

"What is it you seek from me?" Xia lounged lazily, one hand propping his chin as he yawned from atop the throne-like seat.

The Turquoise Pool Saintess was fanning him with a fan made from the plucked feathers of the Daoist-level bird, while the Stone Demon Prince stood motionless at the front, in servant-like posture, ready for orders.

Taixu Zi glanced at the Turquoise Pool Saintess and Stone Demon Prince, feeling somewhat relieved, for Xia hadn’t chosen Taiyi Shen Sect’s Saint Heir to serve him.

His thoughts turned back to the purpose, Taixu Zi said, "God Lord, I believe you are feeling quite bored, I’ve come seeking you with something to entertain you."

"Oh? What entertainment? Perhaps news of another Daoist-level Martial Artist?" Xia inquired.

"Indeed." Taixu Zi nodded.

Xia sat up, intrigued, "Where is he?"

"God Lord, I do not know his whereabouts, but I know for certain he is alive, and given his power, you as the Divine Heir would find him most interesting."

"Tell me about him."

"He’s called Ye Fentian, a descendant of the Dugu Clan, the one who destroyed the Heavenly Palace. He comes from a primitive planet known as Earth. To draw him out, I suggest you start with Earth." Taixu Zi finished succinctly, piquing Xia’s interest.

"Interesting, interesting, Ye Fentian, very well, I’ll track him down." Xia decided immediately.

"Hey, don’t stop, keep fanning, are you thinking of slacking off?"

Feeling no breeze, Xia turned to scold the Turquoise Pool Saintess, who had paused.

The Turquoise Pool Saintess gritted her teeth, resignedly continuing to fan.

"Excellent, very good, for your suggestion, I shall reward you handsomely, you may leave." Xia dismissed Taixu Zi with a wave, setting his next target on Ye Qiu.

Taixu Zi left the divine sanctuary with a smug smile, albeit slightly sinister.

"Ye Fentian, I know you are formidable, but now there’s someone even more monstrous, your days of ease are numbered."

Taixu Zi revealing the matter of Ye Qiu to Xia certainly had his agenda, aiming to use Xia as a tool against Ye Qiu, thereby permanently ridding himself of Ye Qiu’s threat, lest Ye Qiu return one day to strike at his Taiyi Shen Sect.