Chapter 975: The Tu Shan Fox Clan

In the Immortal Realm, the news of the Chaos Body has sparked great upheaval.

Several Seed-level prodigies who had already awakened fixed their gaze on the Chaos Body from the foreign lands.

Never mind the benefits gained from killing the Chaos Body.

Merely the fame alone is enough to drive countless others mad.

After awakening from long slumber, what is the first thing those Seed-level prodigies intend to do?

Naturally, to make their names known and establish their prestige.

To stand out in this age of fierce competition requires more than just extraordinary talent and immense strength.

Competing for destiny and gaining faith are equally important.

Jun Xiaoyao devised a scheme, feigning self-sacrifice to protect the borderlands.

In truth, he quietly reaped a wave of popularity and faith.

In the future, Jun Xiaoyao will receive the blessing of the collective destiny of all beings.

The fastest way for these Seed-level prodigies to build their prestige is to slay the Chaos Body from the foreign lands.

Suddenly, the Nine Heavens Immortal Realm surged with turmoil, as many prodigies sharpened their claws, fixing their targets on the Chaos Body.

Meanwhile, in the foreign lands, battle spirit burned equally high.

Young elites from immortal imperial clans emerged, capable of clashing with the Seed-level figures of the Immortal Realm.

Others saw radiant light flicker across the heavens, blood-red auras blazing, and strange omens manifesting.

These were imperial princes and princesses from immortal clans, awakening from slumber, preparing to wage war on the frontier.

Meanwhile, at the God of War Academy:

Jun Xiaoyao received notice that he would soon depart for the frontier.

Xuan Yue was still recovering from her injuries, so Jun Xiaoyao told her to remain in his residence.

As for Fei Qingxue, she was left behind to guard the academy and continue her cultivation.

As for Su Hongyi, Jun Xiaoyao planned to take her to the frontier as well.

Because Su Hongyi was different from Fei Qingxue.

Jun Xiaoyao believed Su Hongyi was one of the Six Demonic Kings, though for some reason, she had not yet awakened.

Training on the frontier might yield unexpected gains for Su Hongyi.

Next came Tu Shan Chunchun and Tu Shan Wanguan.

Yet, to Jun Xiaoyao’s surprise:

They had no intention of going to the frontier.

“I’m sorry, Master, though I truly wish to accompany you to the frontier, Fourth Sister says no.”

Tu Shan Chunchun pouted her lips, casting a resentful glance at Tu Shan Wanguan beside her.

Usually, dangerous places like the frontier are perfect for deepening feelings.

Tu Shan Chunchun had fantasized about a heroic rescue, falling in love with Jun Xiaoyao.

“I’m sorry, Young Master,” said Tu Shan Wanguan, “it was Elder Sister’s order—we must return to prepare for the marriage proposal gathering, which will be held after the frontier affairs conclude.”

As she spoke, a hint of melancholy crossed her face.

During this time, Tu Shan Wanguan had fully confirmed her feelings.

She knew exactly who she favored.

But:

Jun Xiaoyao was too outstanding.

Chaos Body, titled God of War, one of the Six Demonic Kings.

Countless immortal imperial clans were fighting tooth and nail to claim Jun Xiaoyao.

Even the peerless beauty Luo Wang, with her flawless looks, power, and status, competed for him.

In comparison, even Tu Shan Wanguan, one of the Five Beauties of Tu Shan, felt utterly dim.

Though Tu Shan Clan was an unattainable imperial clan to others,

To Jun Xiaoyao, it was nothing special.

He had dared to directly defy the Mo Jie Imperial Clan—how could he treat Tu Shan Wanguan differently just because of her Tu Shan lineage?

So Tu Shan Wanguan’s heart stirred, yet she could not speak.

“Marriage proposal gathering…” Jun Xiaoyao murmured to himself.

He suddenly remembered one person.

Chi Hongyu of the Chi Xiao bloodline.

His younger brother, Chi Lingkong, had died by Jun Xiaoyao’s hand.

Yet before that, Jun Xiaoyao had sensed the aura of one of the Nine Heavenly Books—the Soul Book—on Chi Lingkong.

He deduced that Chi Hongyu, Chi Lingkong’s elder brother, likely possessed the Soul Book.

At the very least, he was connected to it.

Another clue: the Third Princess of the Tu Shan Imperial Clan, Tu Shan Xiaoxiao, had once mentioned:

Chi Hongyu had once pursued the Five Beauties of Tu Shan, but at that time, Chi Xiao Wang had not yet broken through to Immortal King.

So Chi Hongyu had no right to even pursue them.

Now, with the Five Beauties of Tu Shan hosting a marriage proposal gathering, Chi Hongyu would surely not miss it.

Jun Xiaoyao had deliberately inquired about Chi Hongyu’s whereabouts.

He later discovered Chi Hongyu had been chosen by Chi Xiao Wang himself, an Immortal King, as his final disciple.

That was why Chi Hongyu never came to the God of War Academy.

Direct tutelage from an Immortal King was far superior to studying at the academy.

It was easy to imagine that, after the Immortal King’s training, Chi Hongyu’s strength must be immense.

He might even rival the Seven Young Emperors.

“Young Master?”

Seeing Jun Xiaoyao lost in thought, Tu Shan Wanguan assumed it was about the marriage proposal gathering.

Her heart skipped a beat.

Could it be that Jun Xiaoyao wasn’t indifferent to the gathering?

“Master, would you be willing to let us marry someone else?”

Tu Shan Chunchun stared with wide, sparkling eyes, her expression innocent and naive, gazing pitifully at Jun Xiaoyao.

Compared to Tu Shan Wanguan, she was more childish and straightforward.

Jun Xiaoyao smiled, saying nothing.

Tu Shan Wanguan took a deep breath, her chest rising and falling, as if gathering courage, then asked:

“When the marriage proposal gathering begins, will you come?”

Both Tu Shan beauties fixed their eyes on Jun Xiaoyao, their hearts pounding.

“I suppose I will,” said Jun Xiaoyao.

How could he miss the gathering if he wanted to meet Chi Hongyu and obtain the Soul Book?

And that Yun Xiaohei—according to Tu Shan Wanguan, had left alone.

Perhaps some unexpected events would unfold then.

It would be a pity for Jun Xiaoyao to miss such a spectacle.

“Yay!” cried Tu Shan Chunchun.

Tu Shan Wanguan smiled faintly.

Yet deep inside, she remained uneasy.

Jun Xiaoyao had only agreed to attend the gathering.

He had not said he would actually participate in the courtship.

After a brief preparation:

Jun Xiaoyao set off with Su Hongyi.

As soon as he stepped outside, he saw a breathtaking figure standing in the void.

A smoke-draped long gown, ethereal grace, exquisite bones, captivating charm—so beautiful it was startling.

Radiant as morning clouds, lustrous as jade, exquisitely pure, like a delicate flower reflected in water—unforgettable at first glance.

Who else but Luo Xiangling?

Even Su Hongyi beside Jun Xiaoyao was stunned, her face filled with envy.

Though her ugly scars were gone and she was a beautiful girl in the making,

She was clearly still undeveloped, far from the level of a peerless beauty like Luo Xiangling.

“Xiaoyao, be careful on this frontier journey,” said Luo Xiangling.

“Don’t worry,” Jun Xiaoyao smiled slightly.

It seemed Luo Xiangling truly had feelings for him.

Meanwhile, elsewhere, deep within the academy:

In the residence of Fu Feng Wang:

Fu Feng Wang’s expression was cold as he picked up a jade slip, seemingly sending a message to someone.

After finishing, Fu Feng Wang’s lips curled into a cold smile.

"The Chaotic Body requires no effort from this Wang himself."

"The borderlands' qi is chaotic, not governed by the rules of my realm; even an Immortal cannot trace the cause and effect, let alone follow the trail to find me."

"The borderlands shall be the burial ground of the Chaotic Body."

The Marquis of Fufeng cared nothing for Jun Xiaoyao's identity as one of the Six Destroyer Kings.

Whoever offended him, no matter how great their status or origins, he would erase them!