Chapter 458: Kunpeng

Seeing the East Sea Dragon King standing dumbfounded, Mu Yi was a bit bewildered and cursed Bai Ze a few more times in his mind, truly unreliable.

Can't you say it more clearly?

Suddenly, a thunderous laugh burst from the Dragon King's mouth, rippling through the water and carrying far.

"I wonder why, elder brother, you are so delighted?" Amid his laughter, the other few, dressed in luxurious robes and bearing human bodies with dragon heads, entered from outside the hall.

Behind them were numerous entourages: three elderly turtles resembling the East Sea Turtle Prime Minister, and dozens of handsome figures whose expressions were either arrogant or gentle.

The newcomers were the West Sea Dragon King, the North Sea Dragon King, and the South Sea Dragon King.

As soon as they entered the hall, the three Dragon Kings turned their gaze to Mu Yi, stepped forward with a smile and greeted.

"We've seen Mu Tianjun; we arrived late, please forgive us!"

Speaking, the leading dragon, clad in a red robe, cast a slightly reproachful glance at the East Sea Dragon King above.

The three Dragon Kings' enthusiasm matched that of the East Sea Dragon King; apart from the different colors, they seemed carved from the same mold.

Just by looking, one could feel these Dragon Kings were versatile and graceful.

"I've met the three Dragon Kings!" Extending his hand with a smile, Mu Yi rose and returned the salute one by one.

"Please take your seats quickly; we have important matters to discuss!"

"You all wait outside first!" the East Sea Dragon King interrupted the three Dragon Kings' chatter and expelled the dragon offspring and the Turtle Prime Ministers from the hall.

Then, extending his hand, a massive aura flickered in the East Sea Dragon King's palm, instantly enveloping the entire palace and completely isolating it from the outside.

Mu Yi was stunned; the East Sea Dragon King seemed unimpressive, yet with this single move he might even arm‑wrestle Tai Bai Jin Xing.

But then again, he's the leader of the Jiuzhou Four Seas Dragon Clan, so his strength can't be that weak.

"Come with me!" the East Sea Dragon King tossed the Night Bright Pearl to the other three Dragon Kings.

After receiving the Night Bright Pearl, the three Dragon Kings, like the East Sea Dragon King, stared in astonishment and then burst into uncontrollable laughter.

Mu Yi felt a chill in his heart, not knowing what kind of medicine Bai Ze was selling in that gourd.

The Four Sea Dragon Kings simultaneously wielded their aura, using the Night Bright Pearl as the center to create a formation.

Accompanied by the formation's flickering light.

The void suddenly roiled violently.

In the next instant, a massive phantom head emerged from the Night Bright Pearl.

"Bai Ze, what do you summon me for?"

Mu Yi stared in surprise at the figure emerging from the Night Bright Pearl—a dragon.

A divine dragon whose crimson‑gold scales shimmered, its flowing whiskers moving without wind.

"Lord Ying Long!" the Four Sea Dragon Kings knelt in unison.

"Ying Long?"

Mu Yi was taken aback; he hadn't expected to meet this ancient war god.

But then again, back when Ying Long and Bai Ze fought alongside the Yellow Emperor, it was natural they had a connection.

"That bastard Bai Ze really knows how to cause me trouble!" A look of speechlessness appeared on Ying Long's face, as if the Four Sea Dragon Kings gave him a headache.

"This item was the token I gave Bai Ze back then; whoever presents it to me, I will certainly do my best to grant them a wish!"

"Speak, what is your wish?" Ying Long said slowly, looking at the Four Sea Dragon Kings.

"Lord Ying Long, please strengthen our Four Sea Dragon Clan!" the Four Sea Dragon Kings said in unison without hesitation.

"... I knew it!"

Ying Long wore a speechless expression; back then he fled because rapid development was exhausting—he only wanted to kill enemies or be killed by them.

"I can't do that; I'm campaigning beyond Jiuzhou. Make another wish!"

As Ying Long spoke, he turned his head and exhaled a blast of dragon breath, as if battling something.

The Four Sea Dragon Kings seemed to have anticipated Ying Long's answer and immediately altered their request.

"Lord Ying Long, train our junior dragons and pass on your skills!"

In other words, still to strengthen the dragon clan.

But this time, Ying Long thought it over and nodded in agreement.

"When I return from the foreign lands, I will convene a Dragon Clan Trial Conference, call all dragon clans to participate; I will attend in person, and those who excel I will mentor for a hundred years!"

"Thank you, Lord Ying Long!" the Four Sea Dragon Kings shouted loudly, their joy evident.

Then Ying Long turned his head toward Mu Yi.

"Your aura..." a hint of suspicion appeared on Ying Long's face.

"Chi You's inheritance?"

Although it was a question, Ying Long was absolutely certain.

"Yes!" Mu Yi sprang up quickly; this ancient war god was furious, and he dared not delay.

"Interesting, not having returned to Jiuzhou for a long time, I didn't expect such a thing!" Ying Long showed an interested expression.

"This Trial Conference allows everyone to participate!" Ying Long turned to the Four Sea Dragon Kings.

"Since it's a Trial, let everyone join, so I can see the current quality of the dragon clan!"

"You, then, come together; let me see how much skill the heirs of Chi You possess!"

The Four Sea Dragon Kings' faces turned bitter; what was originally an internal benefit for the dragon clan might now fall into others' hands, how could they not feel bitter.

"Hmph, to gain my inheritance you must contend with others; what's the use of only being aggressive within the nest?" Ying Long seemed to sense the Four Sea Dragon Kings' expression and scolded.

"Only by guarding a tiny patch of land will the dragon clan decline to this point!"

But as if he recalled something, the anger on Ying Long's face eased a bit; he sighed and added another sentence.

"Regardless, I will take a group of dragons to teach; how much they learn depends on their abilities!"

Having said that, Ying Long's phantom vanished into the void.

A message also popped up on Mu Yi's retina.

Literal: "On Mu Yi's retina also popped up a message." Natural: "A message also popped up on Mu Yi's retina." We'll output: "【61】 A message also popped up on Mu Yi's retina."

「Zongwang Prompt: You have aroused the curiosity of the Responding Dragon, obtained the inheritance task 【Dragon Clan Trial Assembly】; defeat all opponents, and you can obtain the Responding Dragon's inheritance. 」

「Zongwang Prompt: You have aroused the curiosity of the Responding Dragon, obtained the inheritance task 【Dragon Clan Trial Assembly】; defeat all opponents, and you can obtain the Responding Dragon's inheritance. 」

But note: "inheritance task 【Dragon Clan Trial Assembly】"

The Responding Dragon's inheritance, ah, Mu Yi is truly interested; within the realm of Jiuzhou, it's probably the highest-level inheritance.

The Responding Dragon's inheritance, ah, Mu Yi really is quite interested in it; placed within Jiuzhou, it's probably the highest-level inheritance there.

However, seeing the Four Sea Dragon Kings' weary faces, Mu Yi also fell into silence.

However, seeing the worried faces of the Four Sea Dragon Kings, Mu Yi also fell into silence.

A moment later, the East Sea Dragon King broke the oppressive atmosphere.

Translate: "After a moment, the East Sea Dragon King broke this heavy atmosphere." So: "【65】 After a moment, the East Sea Dragon King broke this heavy atmosphere."

「This time we still need to thank Heavenly Lord Mu Yi for returning this item to our Four Sea Dragon Clan; we will spare no effort to fulfill the White Ze's request. Please, Heavenly Lord Mu Yi, wait a moment; I will have someone arrange it right away! 」

「This time we still need to thank Heavenly Lord Mu Yi for returning this item to our Four Sea Dragon Kings; the items that the White Ze requires, we will certainly spare no effort to satisfy, please Heavenly Lord Mu Yi wait a moment, I will have someone arrange it right away! 」

Mu Yi breathed a sigh of relief; the mission this time was completed.

Translate: "Mu Yi let out a sigh of relief; the task of this trip was actually completed." So: "【67】 Mu Yi let out a sigh of relief; the task of this trip was actually completed."

「Thank you, Dragon King! This matter was entrusted to me by someone else. I also have a personal matter I'd like to consult the Dragon King about, if that's permissible? 」

Translate: "「Thank you, Dragon King! This matter is something I was entrusted with; I also have a private matter I wish to consult the Dragon King about, may I? 」" So: "【68】 「Thank you, Dragon King! This matter is something I was entrusted with; I also have a private matter I wish to consult the Dragon King about, may I? 」"

「Heavenly Lord, you are a friend of our Four Sea Dragon Clan; feel free to speak, and we will certainly do our best within our power to satisfy you! 」

Translate: "「Heavenly Lord is a friend of our Four Sea Dragon Kings; if you have any matters, just say them, we will certainly satisfy the Heavenly Lord within our capabilities! 」" So: "【69】 「Heavenly Lord is a friend of our Four Sea Dragon Kings; if you have any matters, just say them, we will certainly satisfy the Heavenly Lord within our capabilities! 」"

The East Sea Dragon King perked up, smiling as he replied, saying that, regardless, this is a heavenly blessing, at least giving them a chance to interact with the Responding Dragon.

Translate: "The East Sea Dragon King lifted his spirits, smiling as he replied, no matter how you say it, this counts as a heaven-sent joy, at least giving them an opportunity to come into contact with the Responding Dragon." So: "【70】 The East Sea Dragon King lifted his spirits, smiling as he replied, no matter how you say it, this counts as a heaven-sent joy, at least giving them an opportunity to come into contact with the Responding Dragon."

Although there is a gap between ideals and reality, Mu Yi remains their friend.

Translate: "Although there is a gap between ideal and reality, Mu Yi remains their friend." So: "【71】 Although there is a gap between ideal and reality, Mu Yi remains their friend."

「I need some manpower in the mortal realm to control the clouds and rain; may I ask the Dragon King for assistance... 」

Translate: "「I need some manpower in the lower realm to summon clouds and rain; I wonder if the Dragon King can…? 」" So: "【72】 「I need some manpower in the lower realm to summon clouds and rain; I wonder if the Dragon King can…? 」"

Upon hearing Mu Yi's request, the previously somewhat despondent Four Sea Dragon Kings instantly brightened, almost forgetting the matter at hand.

Translate: "Upon hearing Mu Yi say this, the Four Sea Dragon Kings, who had just been a bit downcast, instantly became energized, almost forgetting the main matter." So: "【73】 Upon hearing Mu Yi say this, the Four Sea Dragon Kings, who had just been a bit downcast, instantly became energized, almost forgetting the main matter."

They obviously know Mu Yi lacks manpower; otherwise, why would they bring all these dragon offspring here?

Translate: "They certainly know Mu Yi lacks manpower; otherwise, how would they have brought all these dragon sons and grandsons here?" So: "【74】 They certainly know Mu Yi lacks manpower; otherwise, how would they have brought all these dragon sons and grandsons here?"

Isn't it simply to secure an opportunity for them?

Translate: "Isn't it just to give them an opportunity?" So: "【75】 Isn't it just to give them an opportunity?"

Thus, the banquet, which had been winding down, suddenly became lively again; several Dragon Kings engaged enthusiastically with Mu Yi, even placing him in the seat of honor.

Translate: "Thus, for a moment the banquet, which had already been winding down, became lively again; several Dragon Kings eagerly exchanged with Mu Yi, and in the conversation they even placed Mu Yi at the head seat." So: "【76】 Thus, for a moment the banquet, which had already been winding down, became lively again; several Dragon Kings eagerly exchanged with Mu Yi, and in the conversation they even placed Mu Yi at the head seat."

For a Dragon King, this is naturally a somewhat humble position.

Translate: "For a Dragon King, this is naturally somewhat humble." So: "【77】 For a Dragon King, this is naturally somewhat humble."

But they don't mind, after all, they have a request to make!

Translate: "But they don't feel that way, after all, they are asking for a favor!" So: "【78】 But they don't feel that way, after all, they are asking for a favor!"

They have been deeply concerned for the dragon offspring of the Four Seas.

Translate: "For the dragon sons and grandsons of the Four Seas, they have worried themselves sick." So: "【79】 For the dragon sons and grandsons of the Four Seas, they have worried themselves sick."

To maintain the fluidity of the dragon clan's status, they even implemented the Favor Grant Decree and imperial examination system among dragons, yet it still proved ineffective.

Translate: "In order to maintain the fluidity of the Dragon Clan's position, they even applied the Grace Decree and the Imperial Examination System within the Dragon Clan, yet it was still of little use." So: "【80】 In order to maintain the fluidity of the Dragon Clan's position, they even applied the Grace Decree and the Imperial Examination System within the Dragon Clan, yet it was still of little use."

After all, each radish has its own hole, and the dragon clan's life cycle is extremely long; no matter how widely they forge goodwill, there are still idle dragon offspring scattered across the Four Seas, which worries them greatly.

Translate: "After all, there's only one position per person; the Dragon Clan's life cycle is also too long, so even if they broaden their good connections, there are still idle dragon sons and grandsons in the Four Seas, which worries them." So: "【81】 After all, there's only one position per person; the Dragon Clan's life cycle is also too long, so even if they broaden their good connections, there are still idle dragon sons and grandsons in the Four Seas, which worries them."

They certainly don't want to see the dragon clan descend into internal conflict.

Translate: "They certainly do not want to watch the Dragon Clan erupt in internal conflict." So: "【82】 They certainly do not want to watch the Dragon Clan erupt in internal conflict."

They seek the Responding Dragon to strengthen the clan, aiming to expand territories, since military and Confucian factions are also expanding; the dragon clan sees no reason not to try.

Translate: "They seek the Responding Dragon to strengthen the Dragon Clan, also with the idea of expanding territory, after all, the Military Strategists and Confucian School are expanding, and the Dragon Clan could also give it a try." So: "【83】 They seek the Responding Dragon to strengthen the Dragon Clan, also with the idea of expanding territory, after all, the Military Strategists and Confucian School are expanding, and the Dragon Clan could also give it a try."

With the Responding Dragon leading, all problems would be solved, but now it requires extra effort.

Translate: "If the Responding Dragon led them, all problems would be readily solved; now, however, they have to put in extra effort." So: "【84】 If the Responding Dragon led them, all problems would be readily solved; now, however, they have to put in extra effort."

During the toasting, the four Dragon Kings each vigorously promoted their own dragon offspring.

Translate: "During the toast, the four Dragon Kings all strongly recommended their own dragon sons and grandsons." So: "【85】 During the toast, the four Dragon Kings all strongly recommended their own dragon sons and grandsons."

「Everyone, come pay your respects to Heavenly Lord Mu Yi! 」

Translate: "「All come to pay respects to Heavenly Lord Mu Yi! 」" So: "【86】 「All come to pay respects to Heavenly Lord Mu Yi! 」"

As they said this, the dragon sons and daughters entered the hall in batches to meet Mu Yi.

Translate: "Saying this, the dragon sons and maidens entered in batches from outside the hall to pay respects to Mu Yi." So: "【87】 Saying this, the dragon sons and maidens entered in batches from outside the hall to pay respects to Mu Yi."

The East Sea Dragon King pointed to the first batch of dragon offspring and said, 「The descendants who went with the Heavenly Lord last time performed excellently. I usually teach them to endure hardship and temper their character. If they don't meet the Heavenly Lord's expectations, just say so, and I will handle it personally. 」

Translate: "The East Sea Dragon King pointed at the first batch of dragon sons and maidens entering and said: 「The descendants who previously followed the Heavenly Lord performed well; I usually teach them to endure hardship and temper their nature; if they do not meet the Heavenly Lord's liking, speak up and I will personally deal with them! 」" So: "【88】 The East Sea Dragon King pointed at the first batch of dragon sons and maidens entering and said: 「The descendants who previously followed the Heavenly Lord performed well; I usually teach them to endure hardship and temper their nature; if they do not meet the Heavenly Lord's liking, speak up and I will personally deal with them! 」"

Hearing the East Sea Dragon King's words, Mu Yi shook his head.

Translate: "Upon hearing the East Sea Dragon King say that, Mu Yi instead shook his head." So: "【89】 Upon hearing the East Sea Dragon King say that, Mu Yi instead shook his head."

Anyone the East Sea Dragon King promotes outward must be top-tier dragon clan members, not mere deadweights.

Translate: "Those the East Sea Dragon King pushes outward are certainly not useless; they count as the elite of the Dragon Clan." So: "【90】 Those the East Sea Dragon King pushes outward are certainly not useless; they count as the elite of the Dragon Clan."

The group that went with Mu Yi was truly dedicated, managing the ocean meticulously, restoring its vitality even earlier than on land.

Translate: "The batch that followed Mu Yi can be described as having done their utmost, managing the ocean in perfect order, restoring spiritual energy even earlier than on land." So: "【91】 The batch that followed Mu Yi can be described as having done their utmost, managing the ocean in perfect order, restoring spiritual energy even earlier than on land."

Upon hearing the East Sea Dragon King, the other Dragon Kings instantly fixed their gaze on him.

Translate: "Upon hearing the East Sea Dragon King say that, the other several Dragon Kings immediately fixed their gaze on the East Sea Dragon King." So: "【92】 Upon hearing the East Sea Dragon King say that, the other several Dragon Kings immediately fixed their gaze on the East Sea Dragon King."

We agreed that the Four Sea Dragon Palace would act in unison, yet you slipped away secretly.

Translate: "We had agreed that the Four Sea Dragon Palace would advance and retreat as one, yet you secretly ran away." So: "【93】 We had agreed that the Four Sea Dragon Palace would advance and retreat as one, yet you secretly ran away."

Seeing this, the East Sea Dragon King felt a bit embarrassed.

Translate: "Seeing this, the East Sea Dragon King also felt a bit embarrassed." So: "【94】 Seeing this, the East Sea Dragon King also felt a bit embarrassed."

Although everyone does this privately, being caught red-handed, especially if he himself let slip, is a different story.

Translate: "Although everyone does this in private, being caught red-handed, or him letting the slip himself, makes it different." So: "【95】 Although everyone does this in private, being caught red-handed, or him letting the slip himself, makes it different."

Nevertheless, this is not a time to shrink back.

Translate: "However, this is not the time to retreat." So: "【96】 However, this is not the time to retreat."

Even though the Four Sea Dragon Palace moves together outwardly, internally there are differences, and seeking a future for one's own offspring is not shameful.

Translate: "Although the Four Sea Dragon Palace is supposed to advance and retreat as one, internally there are still differences; seeking a future for one's own descendants is not disgraceful." So: "【97】 Although the Four Sea Dragon Palace is supposed to advance and retreat as one, internally there are still differences; seeking a future for one's own descendants is not disgraceful."

The East Sea Dragon King pointed to Ao Yu, who had previously met Mu Yi, and said, 「Ao Yu is an outstanding member of our clan and will surely assist the Heavenly Lord! 」

Translate: "The East Sea Dragon King pointed to Ao Yu, who had previously met Mu Yi, and said: 「Ao Yu is an outstanding member of our clan; he will surely be able to assist the Heavenly Lord! 」" So: "【98】 The East Sea Dragon King pointed to Ao Yu, who had previously met Mu Yi, and said: 「Ao Yu is an outstanding member of our clan; he will surely be able to assist the Heavenly Lord! 」"

The cunning East Sea Dragon King understood the purpose of promotion: open a gap with one candidate, and after Mu Yi makes his choice, he will likely select two more.

Translate: "The cunning East Sea Dragon King naturally understands the meaning of promotion; first promote one to open a gap, after Mu Yi makes a choice in his heart, he will inevitably pick two more." So: "【99】 The cunning East Sea Dragon King naturally understands the meaning of promotion; first promote one to open a gap, after Mu Yi makes a choice in his heart, he will inevitably pick two more."

Mu Yi's gaze followed the East Sea Dragon King's direction, landing on the dragon maiden Ao Yu, now dressed in an elegant palace attire, appearing poised and graceful.

Translate: "Mu Yi's gaze followed the direction indicated by the East Sea Dragon King, and he saw the dragon maiden Ao Yu, who at that moment had also changed into a splendid palace attire, appearing graceful and dignified." So: "【100】 Mu Yi's gaze followed the direction indicated by the East Sea Dragon King, and he saw the dragon maiden Ao Yu, who at that moment had also changed into a splendid palace attire, appearing graceful and dignified."

Mu Yi has always believed that meetings are fated, so he simply nodded.

Translate: "Mu Yi has always believed that meeting is fate, so he simply nodded." So: "【101】 Mu Yi has always believed that meeting is fate, so he simply nodded."

Then he selected another dragon maiden and a dragon son.

Translate: "Then he also selected a dragon maiden and a dragon son." So: "【102】 Then he also selected a dragon maiden and a dragon son."

After the Four Sea Dragon Kings praised him for so long, he obviously understood the meaning.

Translate: "The Four Sea Dragon Kings had been praising him all this while, and he of course understood their meaning." So: "【103】 The Four Sea Dragon Kings had been praising him all this while, and he of course understood their meaning."

Following Mu Yi, he also chose two dragon offspring from each of the other three Dragon Kings, ensuring an even distribution.

Translate: "Immediately following Mu Yi, he selected two each from the dragon sons and grandsons brought by the other three Dragon Kings, which can also be considered fair distribution." So: "【104】 Immediately following Mu Yi, he selected two each from the dragon sons and grandsons brought by the other three Dragon Kings, which can also be considered fair distribution."

When the banquet ended, the East Sea Dragon King handed over to Mu Yi the items required by the White Ze.

Translate: "After the banquet ended, the East Sea Dragon King also handed over all the items the White Ze needed to Mu Yi." So: "【105】 After the banquet ended, the East Sea Dragon King also handed over all the items the White Ze needed to Mu Yi."

When Mu Yi was about to leave, the Four Sea Dragon Kings again dismissed the others and quietly said to Mu Yi.

When Mu Yi was about to leave, the Four Sea Dragon Kings again dismissed the others and quietly said to Mu Yi.

「We are all aware of the matter concerning the Imperial Lord Guan; if the Heavenly Lord does not mind, our Four Sea Dragon Clan has assembled a fleet and wishes to entrust its command to the Heavenly Lord. We hope the Heavenly Lord will accept. 」

Translate: "「We are all aware of the matter of Guan Sheng Dijun; Heavenly Lord, if you do not disdain, our Four Sea Dragon Kings have assembled a navy and wish to entrust it to your command; we hope you will accept it. 」" So: "【107】 「We are all aware of the matter of Guan Sheng Dijun; Heavenly Lord, if you do not disdain, our Four Sea Dragon Kings have assembled a navy and wish to entrust it to your command; we hope you will accept it. 」"

They had originally hesitated about placing a bet, but this time Mu Yi's relationship with the White Ze swayed them further toward Mu Yi's side.

Translate: "Originally they were also hesitating whether to place a bet, but this time Mu Yi's relationship with the White Ze made them lean more toward Mu Yi's side." So: "【108】 Originally they were also hesitating whether to place a bet, but this time Mu Yi's relationship with the White Ze made them lean more toward Mu Yi's side."

If they can secure the treasure, then whichever world falls under Imperial Lord Guan's jurisdiction, the dragon clan could enjoy a generous share.

Translate: "If they could bet on the right side, then whichever world under Guan Sheng Dijun's jurisdiction, the Dragon Clan could nicely get a share." So: "【109】 If they could bet on the right side, then whichever world under Guan Sheng Dijun's jurisdiction, the Dragon Clan could nicely get a share."

Even if the Four Seas of a given world are already governed by dragons, many of the rivers, lakes, and seas are actually overseen by water deities, not dragons.

Translate: "Even if the Four Seas of whichever world were already governed by the Dragon Clan, the many rivers, lakes, and seas are still inhabited by Water Gods, not the Dragon Clan." So: "【110】 Even if the Four Seas of whichever world were already governed by the Dragon Clan, the many rivers, lakes, and seas are still inhabited by Water Gods, not the Dragon Clan."

Moreover, with the Responding Dragon returning soon and taking charge, along with the Buddhist sects, the Four Sea Dragon Clan has nothing to fear.

Translate: "Furthermore, the Responding Dragon is about to return; with the Responding Dragon presiding, the Buddhist Sect and such, the Four Sea Dragon Kings have nothing to fear." So: "【111】 Furthermore, the Responding Dragon is about to return; with the Responding Dragon presiding, the Buddhist Sect and such, the Four Sea Dragon Kings have nothing to fear."

If the Buddhist sect causes trouble, they can use that as a reason to keep the Responding Dragon firmly in place.

Translate: "If the Buddhist Sect causes them trouble, they can use this as an excuse to forcibly keep the Responding Dragon." So: "【112】 If the Buddhist Sect causes them trouble, they can use this as an excuse to forcibly keep the Responding Dragon."

What the Four Sea Dragon Clan lacks is a keystone; without it, they would still be among the top powers in Jiuzhou.

Translate: "What the Four Sea Dragon Kings lack is a mainstay; otherwise they would be one of the top powers in Jiuzhou." So: "【113】 What the Four Sea Dragon Kings lack is a mainstay; otherwise they would be one of the top powers in Jiuzhou."

With the Responding Dragon returning as that keystone, they can now boldly undertake many actions they previously dared not.

Translate: "With the Responding Dragon as this mainstay returning, many things they previously dared not do can now be undertaken boldly." So: "【114】 With the Responding Dragon as this mainstay returning, many things they previously dared not do can now be undertaken boldly."

The Dragon Clan Trial Assembly is the best platform for them to announce the Responding Dragon's return to all of Jiuzhou.

Translate: "The Dragon Clan Trial Assembly is the best platform for them to announce to the whole of Jiuzhou the return of the Responding Dragon." So: "【115】 The Dragon Clan Trial Assembly is the best platform for them to announce to the whole of Jiuzhou the return of the Responding Dragon."

Mu Yi doesn't know all these twists and turns, but since the Four Sea Dragon Kings are willing to give, he is willing to accept.

Translate: "Mu Yi actually didn't know all these twists and turns; since the Four Sea Dragon Kings dare to give, he dares to accept." So: "【116】 Mu Yi actually didn't know all these twists and turns; since the Four Sea Dragon Kings dare to give, he dares to accept."

Anyway, he's already bound to Imperial Lord Guan, so he cannot avoid stepping into that vortex.

Translate: "Anyway, he is already bound to Guan Sheng Dijun; no matter what, he cannot avoid stepping into that vortex." So: "【117】 Anyway, he is already bound to Guan Sheng Dijun; no matter what, he cannot avoid stepping into that vortex."

So he'll act decisively, rallying every force he can; even if he loses, his conscience will be clear.

Translate: "Then he might as well step in firmly, rallying every force he can; even if he loses, he will have a clear conscience." So: "【118】 Then he might as well step in firmly, rallying every force he can; even if he loses, he will have a clear conscience."

After parting with the Four Sea Dragon Kings, Mu Yi roamed all over Jiuzhou, from north to south, gathering the various materials requested by the White Ze.

Translate: "After parting with the Four Sea Dragon Kings, Mu Yi ran all over Jiuzhou, gathering the various materials the White Ze demanded." So: "【119】 After parting with the Four Sea Dragon Kings, Mu Yi ran all over Jiuzhou, gathering the various materials the White Ze demanded."

I have to say, Bai Ze's name works well; after hearing Bai Ze's request, they handed the item straight to Mu Yi.

However, there are always exceptions.

When Mu Yi arrived at the North Sea, following the guidance to find the Kunpeng...

The Kunpeng was basking in the sun on the sea surface.

"Senior, I have been entrusted by Bai Ze..."

"Bai Ze!!!"

Upon hearing Bai Ze's name, the Kunpeng, who had been lazily basking in the sun, suddenly widened its eyes, and a heavy pressure instantly slammed toward Mu Yi.

A figure instantly appeared before Mu Yi, an old man with white-and-gray hair, staring fixedly at Mu Yi.

"What the hell did that bastard Bai Ze send you to do?" the Kunpeng's eyes were filled with intense anger.

"I seek a portion of the Northern Dark Essence!"

Mu Yi hastily took out the token Bai Ze had given him.

"Bai Ze!!!"

The Kunpeng roared angrily to the heavens, and countless chains instantly appeared around its body, clanking with vibration.

Only then did Mu Yi notice that the Kunpeng was actually locked in this place.

No wonder he could only feel the heavy pressure but no danger; it turned out the Kunpeng was a tiger locked in a cage.

"Where is Bai Ze now? Let him come see me in person!" the Kunpeng roared at Mu Yi.

"I want to ask why he betrayed me!"

Upon hearing the Kunpeng's roar, Mu Yi instantly understood that behind this lay a love-hate grudge he knew nothing of.