Chapter 4573: The Loulan Empress's Surprise, Jiang Yuran's Shyness

Even the Loulan Empress, a supreme mythic empress, could not hide her surprise and astonishment upon seeing this scene.

She knew that Jun Xiaoyao, as a member of the Jun clan, was no ordinary person.

But she never expected that from him would emanate the aura of a Dark Realm Demon King.

She naturally would not think that Jun Xiaoyao had been possessed by a Dark Realm Demon King.

Then only one possibility remained.

That these Dark Realm Demon Kings had been enslaved by Jun Xiaoyao and were being used!

This is simply unimaginable.

The Loulan Empress, as one who has truly fought against Dark Realm Demon Kings,

naturally understands how difficult these Dark Realm Demon Kings are to deal with.

Not only are they immensely powerful in themselves, but because they cultivate undying substances, they are extremely hard to kill.

Otherwise, to exterminate a single Heart Prison Demon King, they would not have dragged on until now.

It can be said that even peers of equal strength in the Vast Expanse would find Dark Realm Demon Kings extremely troublesome to face.

Yet this young junior before her actually has a way to suppress the Dark Realm Demon Kings within his body.

Even though the Loulan Empress is well-traveled and knowledgeable, this is something she has never heard of, never seen before.

Jun Xiaoyao then spoke to explain.

"Senior, there is no need to be surprised. In fact, this is a sealing technique called the Dark Seal."

"It is a dharma created by the senior Kun Peng primordial ancestor, passed down to me..."

Jun Xiaoyao also gave a brief explanation.

After hearing this, the Loulan Empress finally understood.

Why Jun Xiaoyao was completely unfazed by the escape of the Heart Prison Demon King.

Because Jun Xiaoyao had his own plans all along.

The reason he chose to withdraw his hand earlier was

not only to ensure Jiang Yuran's safety,

but also because there was a most important factor: he did not want the Heart Prison Demon King to fall completely.

After all, a demon king in such a weakened state is not commonly seen.

The best way to utilize him, naturally, is through the Dark Seal, suppressing him within his own body.

This is far more valuable than being destroyed by the Loulan Empress.

And even if the Heart Prison Demon King escapes,

for an existence as powerful as him, wanting to recover to his peak—how easy could that be?

It would certainly take considerable time.

Jun Xiaoyao has this confidence and ability.

To suppress and seal him before the Heart Prison Demon King fully recovers.

This is precisely why, even if the Heart Prison Demon King escapes, Jun Xiaoyao remains composed.

He feels no fear at all.

The Loulan Empress also let out a soft sigh.

She knew that this junior, Jun Xiaoyao, was no ordinary person.

But she never expected him to be extraordinary to this extent.

Four Dark Realm Demon Kings have already been sealed within his body.

And among them is one who was once one of the Seven Kings of the Dark Realm, the Asura King.

Who would believe that if it were spoken aloud?

Let alone now.

Even during that vast and tumultuous Vast Expanse Great Calamity of the past,

beings capable of suppressing multiple Dark Realm Demon Kings are few and far between.

"Since you have this ability, then I was overthinking." the Loulan Empress said.

"Then leave the Heart Prison Demon King to you." the Loulan Empress said.

"Senior Mingxi, rest assured, I will definitely suppress and seal it." Jun Xiaoyao said.

The Loulan Empress said: "This time, this girl has indeed endured a lot."

"Her Primordial Spirit is now very weak."

"But the power of the Reincarnation Seal has already been fully activated."

"Plus the mythic primordial source I left behind in the jade statue."

"This girl's future cultivation speed and achievements can be expected."

Upon hearing the Loulan Empress's words,

Jun Xiaoyao felt no surprise at all.

Jiang Yuran herself also seems like a child of destiny.

For Jiang Yuran, this time, although it is also nearly a life-and-death trial,

the benefits she has gained are also immense.

"The primordial source inheritance in this jade statue is not only for her, but you can also inherit it together."

"It will benefit both of you."

"Moreover, if there is an opportunity in the future, let her go to the Loulan lineage outside the Vast Expanse."

"Some matters still need her to attend to." the Loulan Empress instructed.

Not returning to her homeland again is also a regret for her.

However, letting Jiang Yunran, this disciple, go there can also make up for it somewhat.

Jun Xiaoyao also understands that going to the Loulan lineage would be beneficial for Jiang Yunran.

As the inheritor of the Loulan Empress, Jiang Yunran is qualified to control the entire Loulan lineage.

There, Jiang Yunran should be able to gain even more benefits.

"My consciousness will also be exhausted; from now on, she is entrusted to you, and furthermore..."

The Loulan Empress looked at Jun Xiaoyao, and there seemed to be some inexplicable meaning in her eyes.

"Performing the Spring and Autumn Burying Gods Melody indeed places a tremendous burden on her Primordial Spirit."

"Moreover, the Spring and Autumn Burying Gods Melody is a transformation of the Spring and Autumn Withering and Flourishing, a cycle of yin and yang."

"Not only does it affect her Primordial Spirit, but the yin-yang power within her fleshly body will also become disordered."

"Therefore, if you truly wish to help her recover quickly, the best method is..."

The Loulan Empress said this and then did not continue speaking.

Although she is a renowned empress of an era.

Yet in matters of men and women, she is completely blank.

Jun Xiaoyao is the first and only person who has played the zither with her in harmony.

Jun Xiaoyao also immediately understood her meaning.

Afterwards, this trace of consciousness of the Loulan Empress also dissipated.

Jiang Yunran's consciousness regained dominance.

"Clansman Xiaoyao..."

Jiang Yunran's complexion bore a pallor, appearing very weak.

Yet her eyes sparkled brightly, gazing at Jun Xiaoyao.

Within them flickered light, carrying a hint of moisture.

What Jun Xiaoyao had previously said to her was not some cloying love talk.

But it had completely softened her heart.

Originally, Jiang Yunran had already made up her mind.

In this life, aside from Jun Xiaoyao, there is no one else.

And this experience has undoubtedly made Jiang Yunran even more certain of this idea.

No matter Jun Xiaoyao's attitude toward her.

Nor does it matter what status she will have by Jun Xiaoyao's side.

In this life, she will unreservedly follow Jun Xiaoyao.

"Yunran, do not speak of other things for now."

"Now your Primordial Spirit and physical body are both greatly depleted and need recovery." Jun Xiaoyao said.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Kui beside them said: "Then I will guard the Dharma for you outside."

After speaking, Xiao Kui departed into the void with the Chaos Four Spirits, standing guard outside.

Now Jiang Yunran has already been recognized as the inheritor by the Loulan Empress.

Xiao Kui, as the Sacred Kui of the Loulan lineage's altar spirit, naturally must also protect Jiang Yunran and stay by her side.

After Xiao Kui left.

Jiang Yunran looked toward Jun Xiaoyao.

That originally paper-pale pretty face also took on a faint rosy hue.

Because of the earlier conversation between the Loulan Empress and Jun Xiaoyao, she naturally understood everything clearly.

Her heart fluttered violently and uncontrollably.

Although she had fantasized countless times in her mind before.

Even in many lonely midnight hours, she needed this to rest and fall asleep.

But now, truly facing this scene, besides feeling nervous, Jiang Yunran also felt a sense of unreality.

"Yunran, do you still remember when we were in the Reincarnation Cave?" Jun Xiaoyao asked.

Jiang Yunran nodded slightly.

At that time, Jun Xiaoyao, to protect her Primordial Spirit, communicated and merged with her Primordial Spirit's power.

And from that time onward, Jun Xiaoyao's figure has been deeply engraved in the depths of her soul.

"However, this time, your Primordial Spirit is indeed weak."

"If it is merely a simple communication of Primordial Spirit power, it might not be enough." Jun Xiaoyao said.

Jiang Yunran's starry eyes rippled with waves, flowing with radiant brilliance.

What should have been a pale face now resembled a streak of evening clouds on the horizon.

No further words were needed.

The rosy cheeks of a young maiden had already revealed her entire heart's intention.