Chapter 466

Hu Lie Di saw Longling's figure, his face full of disbelief!

His heart was in turmoil, he never imagined he would actually see the Longling Yao Shi he had dreamed of day and night here.

"Yao... Yao Shi, is it you?" Hu Lie Di's voice trembled, filled with unparalleled awe and excitement.

All the cultivators of Heicheng heard Hu Lie Di's words and were stunned.

They never thought the lord of the Liehu Sect, who struck fear into all who heard his name, would treat Longling this way.

That tearful, trembling, breathless appearance was like a long-lost child suddenly finding his birth mother.

Longling stared at Hu Lie Di, a flash of surprise in his eyes—he never expected the Tiger King to have broken through to the Yuan Shen Realm.

And this guy actually appeared in Heicheng, but then he figured it out.

The Tiger King must have just ascended to the Yuan Shen Realm, and after entering Tianji Shengyu first, he planned to capture people as pets for the later-arriving Earth cultivators to build a base and expand his power.

Thinking this, Longling gave a wry glance at the Heizu and others.

Truly, fate plays tricks—if I hadn't followed Heifeng into the Heizu as a guest, then after Heicheng was conquered by the Tiger King, all cultivators would have become pets of the Earth cultivators.

"Hu Lie Di?

Tiger King, you sure know how to give yourself a name!"

Longling looked at Hu Lie Di floating in the sky and spoke teasingly.

After hearing Longling's words, Hu Lie Di seemed to have his mind addled by excitement, his whole body suddenly startled and disoriented, then with a boom he fell to the ground.

Such a bizarre scene could be said to have left the surrounding cultivators stunned and gaping.

The Liehu Sect cultivators were even more startled, thinking the Tiger King had suddenly been ambushed, and they all rushed forward into the pit of flying debris, quickly pulling Hu Lie Di out.

After Hu Lie Di came to his senses, he immediately broke free from the cultivator supporting him, and the tears in his eyes could no longer be held back.

He snorted heavily, then with a boom rushed to Longling's side, threw his arms around Longling's thigh, and wept uncontrollably, wailing: "Yao Shi, Tiger King has missed you to death!"

"Do you know how Tiger Zi has been these days, searching for you?

Yao Shi, Tiger Zi has finally found you!"

Hearing Hu Lie Di's words, everyone was already shocked into numbness.

They never imagined this powerful Hu Lie Di would actually call Longling Yao Shi, and with such reverence.

Seeing Hu Lie Di's actions, it was clear that in Hu Lie Di's heart, Longling held a position of great importance.

Heifeng also looked astonished, never imagining Longling's identity was so extraordinary that even someone as strong as Hu Lie Di would show him such awe.

Longling looked at Hu Lie Di kneeling on the ground, smiled slightly, and said: "Get up!

You're this big, crying and wiping tears—what kind of behavior is this?"

Upon hearing this, Hu Lie Di took a hard breath, struggled to suppress his excitement, quickly stood up, and stood respectfully beside Longling, not daring to overstep in the slightest.

"Yes, Yao Shi, great one"

Hu Lie Di replied, and at the same time used his big butt to squeeze Heifeng and the Heibai Shuangsha away from Longling's side.

Nonsense, what are your identities, how long have you known Yao Shi, and yet you dare to stand so close to Yao Shi before this master's arrival?

Only this Tiger King can stand beside Yao Shi, great one.

After thinking this, the Tiger King glared with eyes like copper bells, still nostrils flared as he fiercely glanced at Heifeng and the others.

The cultivators of Heicheng looked at each other, they had thought a bloody battle was coming, but never expected the situation to suddenly reverse—such a powerful existence as Hu Lie Di would actually show such humility before Yao Shi, the great one.

For a moment, everyone's hearts were filled with doubt and curiosity, only because the situation had changed so unexpectedly.

"Just what background does this Yao Shi, the great one, have, that even Hu Lie Di shows him such awe?" a young cultivator couldn't help but ask softly.

"Yes, I've never heard before that Yao Shi, the great one, had such a distinguished identity—how did he achieve this?" another cultivator was equally shocked.

"It seems Yao Shi, the great one's strength and background far exceed our imagination.

With him guarding the Heizu, it's truly a great fortune!" an elder cultivator said, full of curiosity and speculation about Yao Shi's identity, while also expressing surprise at Hu Lie Di's sudden change.

"It's truly hard to believe—Hu Lie Di is the lord of the Liehu Sect, who recently annexed many cities and forces with thunderous methods.

This guy actually became so docile before Yao Shi, the great one, like a mouse seeing a cat." one cultivator shook his head, his eyes full of disbelief.

"Yes, Hu Lie Di's cruelty.

We've long heard that he never leaves a single survivor under his command.

Today, seeing this scene, we all feel the rumors were exaggerated." another cultivator replied, his face still bearing some lingering fear.

"Hu Lie Di seeing Yao Shi, the great one, yet acting like a completely different person.

Just what identity does this Yao Shi, the great one, have, that he can make Hu Lie Di so reverent?" a cultivator voiced the question in his heart.

"I don't know—since Yao Shi, the great one, was invited into Heicheng by Heifeng Shixiong, he has kept to himself.

He rarely mentions his past, but today, seeing him, I can tell his backing is certainly not ordinary." an elder cultivator stroked his beard, his eyes flashing with thoughtful light.

"Haha, it seems our Heicheng is blessed!

With Yao Shi, the great one, such a strong one guarding us, we will surely shake the four directions in the future, deterring those with ill intentions from acting rashly." a female cultivator of the Heizu said with a smile, her eyes flashing with admiration for Yao Shi.

Amid the crowd's discussion, Longling seemed not to hear at all.

His gaze pierced through Heicheng's city walls, looking toward the distant horizon.

His heart was clear: Hu Lie Di's behavior was not without reason.

In the cultivation world, strength is supreme—his ability to make Hu Lie Di retreat three paces is a secret between us Earth cultivators.

The situation in Tianji Shengyu is complex; only by constantly improving one's strength can one stand firm in this world full of competition and danger.

His gaze swept over the cultivators of Heicheng, finally settling on Heifeng, and he said lightly: "Heifeng, Hu Lie Di.

You follow me, I have something to tell you."

After hearing this, Heifeng and Hu Lie Di immediately stepped forward and followed Longling toward a quiet place.

After the two walked away, Longling stopped, turned around, and said to Heifeng: "Heifeng, Hu Lie Di is a loyal and trustworthy person.

The situation in Tianji Shengyu is complex; the Heizu needs to make full preparations to deal with sudden events."

Heifeng heard the words and nodded seriously.

"Boss, you can rest assured.

I know what to do.

The cultivators of the Heizu will train even harder after this incident and improve their strength."

Longling gave a slight nod and continued: "Besides, I hope you can strengthen ties with forces like the Liehu Sect.

Forming alliances will help the Heizu gain more benefits and resources in the Tianji Shengyu."

"Boss, what you mean is..."

A glint flashed in Heifeng's eyes, as if he understood Longling's intention.

Longling said solemnly: "In the Tianji Shengyu, the forces are intricate and complex. If the Heizu wants to establish itself, it cannot rely solely on strength.

Diplomatic alliances are equally important.

Do you understand?

Hulie Di and you are similar; follow this seat, and you two will support each other, which will only benefit the Heizu."

"Understood, boss."

Heifeng replied firmly, having already investigated the strength of the Liehu Sect.

Longling could be said to have chosen a powerful backer for his Heizu.

How could he not be aware of the situation? Otherwise, he would be foolish.

"From now on, I will trouble the Sect Leader of the Liehu Sect for support."

Heifeng turned and bowed deeply to Hulie Di, but who knew Hulie Di would reach out and lift Heifeng up.

"From now on, we are brothers of the same family, Hei xiongdi, no need for formalities—don't call me Sect Leader Hu anymore, call me Hu gege."

When Hulie Di spoke, he still didn't forget to wink at Heifeng a few times.

"Haha, it's Hu gege!"

Heifeng nodded in reply, feeling a warmth on his face, and felt that Hulie Di before him was rather improper.

Longling nodded, gave a few more instructions, then let Heifeng go to discuss with the Heizu clan leader and other high-level members.

He stood alone on the high platform of Heicheng, gazing at the distant sky, his eyes flashing with profound light.

The waters of the Tianji Shengyu are far deeper than he imagined.

But he is not afraid, for he possesses the Ultimate Dao Divine Sense, the Wan Hun Banner, and also a firm will and wisdom.

Not long after, Heifeng came over and said to Longling: "Boss, I have already persuaded all the elders of the Heizu as you instructed!

From today onward, the Heizu will follow the Liehu Sect's lead, advancing and retreating together."

Longling nodded and said solemnly: "Very good, Heifeng, I can rest assured about your work.

However, the Liehu Sect's expansion of power must not be interfered with; everything must follow Hulie Di's lead—this is also an opportunity for your Heizu's development."

"Understood, boss." Heifeng replied seriously.

Longling stood on the high platform, but his mind was thinking.

In the cultivation world, every opportunity comes with risk; only by constant planning can one seize the initiative in ever-changing circumstances.

As long as I am strong enough, no matter what other powerful enemies I encounter, they cannot block my path forward.

"Boom—"

At this moment, the sky over Heicheng suddenly changed, with dark clouds covering the heavens like a heavy curtain hanging low on the horizon, giving a sense of heavy oppression.

It was like surging waves of fluffy gray peaks rushing toward the ground, rolling and layered, as if they wanted to shroud the entire world in their shadow.

"Hoo—"

Occasionally, a stern sound came from the sky, shaking the entire void, causing all cultivators in Heicheng to instantly become uneasy.

People saw that suddenly, a phantom of a giant Peng appeared in the air.

Its appearance seemed to make heaven and earth lose color. The giant Peng blotted out the sky and sun, its wingspan so vast it seemed able to reach the end of heaven, its entire body dark light brilliantly radiant, like a bright spot in darkness, mysterious and majestic.

As the cyan qi inside continuously gathered, the light emitted by the Peng phantom became even more intense.

The magic Peng's wingspan stretched tens of thousands of zhang, as if its wings were still extending further, giving a sense of boundlessness.

The appearance of the giant Peng phantom made all living beings feel a shock from the depths of their souls.

On this land shrouded in dark clouds, that giant Peng phantom was like a lofty king, patrolling his territory.

Each flap of its wings and each cry seemed able to cause resonance between heaven and earth.

Such a terrifying change made all cultivators present terrified into silence, trembling.

Before the giant Peng phantom, the cultivators of Heicheng felt themselves utterly insignificant, and involuntarily arose a sense of awe.

The power of that giant Peng phantom seemed truly able to obscure the sky, preventing sunlight from penetrating those layers of dark clouds.

"Boom—"

In the sky covered with dark clouds, the pressure of the giant Peng phantom grew even heavier, its presence seeming like the sole ruler of heaven and earth.

At this moment, an extremely domineering figure stepped out from the chaotic void, his steps trembling space, each step seeming to speak of endless power and dignity.

This figure towered above, looking down upon all of heaven and earth, as if all living beings in his eyes were merely ants.

"Hu Wang, destroy Heicheng, how could it be without this Peng Wang?" The newcomer's voice sounded like thunder exploding, shaking the four extremes of heaven and earth, each word filled with violent power, shaking all cultivators in Heicheng into silence, daring not to make a sound.

Upon hearing this, the cultivators of Heicheng were startled, their hearts suddenly trembling, instantly giving rise to unprecedented fear, and then faces showed gloating.

This Peng Wang's arrival was actually accompanying Hulie Di, intending to destroy Heicheng, but Hulie Di has already been subdued by Longling Daren.

So why has this Peng Wang come now? With Longling Daren presiding over Heicheng, this Peng Wang is like a grasshopper in a hot pan—won't be able to jump for long.

Longling stood on the high platform of Heicheng, facing the Peng Wang's pressure, without the slightest fear, a smile appearing on his face.

He really hadn't expected that the Golden Peng Wang could pretend even better than Huyang; if not for all the cultivators in the city knowing that Hulie Di is now staying by his side, the cultivators of Heicheng seeing the Golden Peng Wang's appearance would really have been scared silly.

"En, Hu Wang?"

The Golden Peng King slowly opened his eyes, only to find that Tiger King and the other fierce tigers of the Fierce Tiger Sect were honestly staying in Black City, his face showing great surprise.

"What's going on? How did the strongmen of Black City subdue Tiger King so quickly!

I've already investigated, logically speaking, it shouldn't be like this!"

The Peng King spoke in utter shock, his heart filled with doubt; he had thought Black City would be in chaos, but instead it was strangely peaceful.

"Damn, overdoing the act, need to call someone!

Tiger King has submitted, so he and Tiger King are about equal in strength, and he can't hold out either!"

Thinking this, the Peng King shuddered in his heart and directly planned to use Golden Peng Extreme Speed to rush back and shout for help, to rescue Tiger King.

At this moment, the Golden Peng King felt his body grow slightly cold, making him feel very uneasy inside.

Because at this time, Tiger King was giving him meaningful looks.

"Holy shit, this is about to make this seat flee quickly!"

After seeing this, the Golden Peng net became even more flustered, turning around and about to rush out.

How did that bunch of turtle bastards gather the intel, trapping Tiger King, and now I'm jumping into the fire pit myself.

Damn meow, the people of this Black City are too wicked.

Not only do they want to catch the tiger in the urn, but also to catch the bird in the urn!

Can't hold on, hurry up and leave.

If we don't leave, those bad goods will just shut the door and beat the bird.

"Little Pengzi, won't you come down and sit awhile!"

At that moment, the Golden Peng King suddenly heard a soft voice beside his ear, which made his figure about to rush out suddenly pause.

Little Pengzi is his nickname, known only to those few from Longyuan Mountain, basically no one else knows.

The Golden Peng King followed the sound with curiosity, and upon seeing Longling, his pupils suddenly contracted, then his body fell vertically like a meteorite from the sky.

The Peng King's shock was evident on his face; he couldn't believe his eyes as he watched Tiger King and Longling walk out of Black City side by side, his heart surging with waves.

Excitement appeared in his eyes.

"Tiger King, what on earth is going on?"

The Peng King's voice carried a hint of urgency; he desperately wanted to know what had happened, and the demon master, who had been silent for so long, had actually appeared in Black City.

He thought about it, all of it was hard to believe.

"Peng King, aren't you surprised and delighted.

Aren't you not expecting this!

Demon Master, this Golden Peng King fellow is really good at pretending, beat him."

Tiger King spoke with a smiling face, calm and teasing.

Upon hearing this, the Peng King's gaze fell again on Longling, he took a deep breath, as if trying to calm the shock in his heart.

He put on a fawning expression, and with a thud he knelt directly on the ground, the powerful impact making Black City tremble a few times.

"Demon Master, Little Pengzi has thought of you day and night, longed for you night after night, and finally found you.

Otherwise, Little Pengzi would have failed to find your trace and would have died of worry!

Demon Master... ah!

My Demon Master, you have made Little Pengzi search so hard; since entering Tianji Shengyu, Little Pengzi has continuously sought news of you, unable to sleep at night, unable to eat or rest in peace!

May the heavens bless, finally letting Little Pengzi see the Demon Master.

Oh heaven, oh earth, which great god personally sent the Demon Master to Little Pengzi's side?

Tonight, Little Pengzi will definitely skewer several plump girls to roast for her."

While saying this, the Peng King beat his chest and stamped his feet, tears and snot flowing as he wailed loudly.

Seeing this, Tiger King's eyes went straight.

"Holy shit, sucking up, this seat still hasn't gotten out like that Golden Peng net bastard.

Damn meow, truly shameless.

You're already at the Yuan Shen Realm, long past the fasting period, yet still talking about sleepless nights and poor appetite, not afraid to flatter the Demon Master to the point of putting horse dung on horse hooves."

"Haha, get up!

You're already this big, how can you still act like a child?" Longling said teasingly.

This Golden Peng King fellow is still so eccentric, not proper, seeming even crazier than before.

Longling thought of this and helplessly shook his head.

"Thank you, Demon Master!

Your bearing remains as before, still so suave."

After the Peng King rose, he spoke, his voice carrying a hint of respect.

He then moved close to Longling's side, smearing a handful of snot and tears onto the buttocks of the Tiger-Split Ground, to vent his displeasure at the Tiger-Split Ground laughing at him.

Golden Peng glanced askance at the Tiger-Split Ground at this moment, wanting to eat people, not only unafraid, but instead turned his head arrogantly and pointed at the Tiger-Split Ground.

"Demon Master, look at Tiger-Split Ground!

He wants to bite people again!"

"You?"

When Tiger-Split Ground glared, he became furious, his face turning fierce; seeing the Demon Master glance over, he instantly switched to a smiling, brow-raising expression.

"Hehehehe..."

Tiger King laughed foolishly, giving off the feeling of a silly spring two-hundred-and-five.

Longling pondered for a moment, then slowly said: "Peng King, Tiger King, today's matter this seat already knows.

Black City has already submitted, from now on it will solely follow the Fierce Tiger Sect's lead."

After hearing this, the Peng King nodded obediently.

"In that case, the Black Clan and the Li Hu Sect are as close as family." The Peng King said.

"Black brother, come over quickly.

Call me Bird Brother!"

Hu Lie Di saw Heifeng standing to the side, not daring to even breathe, a flash of cunning crossed his eyes, and he hurriedly spoke to the person beside him.

"Nonsense, you're the Bird Brother!

Call me Peng Brother!"

Upon hearing this, the Golden Peng King reflexively shouted angrily, glaring fiercely at Hu Lie Di.

"Huh?"

At that moment, Longling beside him let out a cold snort, startling the Golden Peng King so much that he hastily shrank his neck, then slapped his own mouth.

Deserved it, deserved it, he swore again.

In contrast, Hu Lie Di wore a smug expression, secretly laughing with glee at the misfortune.

Hehe, so satisfying, I've turned the tables!

Longling looked at everyone and said calmly: "Today's matter ends here.

Hu Lie Di, Xiao Pengzi, you may return for now."

Hu Lie Di and Jin Pengwang quickly nodded, respectfully replying: "Yes, Demon Master."

After saying that, Hu Lie Di and the Golden Peng King led their strong followers and swiftly left Heicheng.

Seeing this, the cultivators of the Black Clan all breathed a sigh of relief, never expecting Longling to resolve this crisis so easily.

Moreover, he had found powerful allies for the Black Clan!

Heifeng and the Heibai Shuangsha also admired Longling immensely, never expecting him to not only possess great strength but also such an extraordinary status that even strong figures like Hu Lie Di and the Golden Peng King would hold him in such awe.

Longling looked at everyone and said calmly.

"From now on, the Black Clan must strive harder in cultivation, enhance their strength, so as to establish themselves in this cultivation world and revive the clan's prestige."

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded, their reverence for Longling growing deeper.

Heifeng stepped forward and said to Longling: "Boss, today's affair was all thanks to you.

In the future, Heifeng will diligently cultivate, striving to become your left and right arms."

The Heibai Shuangsha also expressed their willingness to follow Longling, jointly guarding his side.

Longling gave a slight nod, a hint of relief flashing in his eyes.

This Heicheng lies in a remote location, already belonging to the edge of the Tianji Shengyu, where most cultivators are loose cultivators, making it an ideal place to hide here and scheme in secret.

Especially the Black Clan's inheritance technique, Guiwu, he found it extremely fascinating.

During this time, he had seen Heifeng several times using Guiwu combined with the Wan Hun Fan's ability, displaying not only astonishing cultivation speed but also, more strangely, the combination of Guiwu and Wan Hun Fan could unleash extraordinary power.

Heifeng could actually use Guiwu to command the Wan Hun Fan and fight across levels within the same Tianling Realm.

This filled Longling with strong interest in the Black Clan.

Heifeng once mentioned that the Black Clan, in ancient times, was also a top-tier power in Huanyu, their bloodline hiding the secret of the Black Clan's supreme divine treasure.

It could withstand countless ages, with all major powers in Huanyu capturing Black Clan cultivators for research, yet they found nothing, believing it was a deceitful trick by the Black Clan's ancestors.

Even today, whether it's the major powers of Huanyu disbelieving in the existence of the Black Clan's divine treasure, or the Black Clan themselves believing their ancient ancestors were deceiving them, the Black Clan's divine treasure is considered nonexistent.

However, as the Wan Hun Fan was used by Heifeng, he sensed on Heifeng an aura of the same kind—deeply mysterious, appearing only when Guiwu and Wan Hun Fan intend to unite.

Therefore, Longling intends to temporarily station himself in the Black Clan to conduct in-depth research.

Moreover, Heicheng is not far from Lihu Cheng; if Lihu Cheng encounters any change, he can rush to aid the earth cultivators in the city at any time.

"Boss, the matter you inquired about regarding the Black Clan's mystery has already been thought of by the clan leader.

Please enter the Black Clan Ancestral Hall for a discussion!"

At this moment, Heifeng came to Longling's side and said respectfully.