Chapter 297: The Respected Golden Roc King
Golden Roc Ridge.
It is the territory of the Beast Race King, Golden Roc King, a region resplendent between the mountains, with palaces spreading across and golden light illuminating the sky!
In the hearts of countless Beast Race people, this is also a place of majesty, a sacred place, that no one dares to offend.
But on this day.
Endless black clouds gathered from all directions, forming a massive black cloud vortex above Golden Roc Ridge.
Inside the vortex, lightning flashed and thunder roared.
"Who is it?!"
"How impudent!"
"Wanton in front of Golden Roc King!"
Almost simultaneously, several Martial Emperor powerhouses of the Beast Race soared into the sky, as they are subordinates of the Golden Roc King, brimming with power.
Golden Roc King stands at the pinnacle of the Nine Heavens Realm. Although he suffered a setback at White Crane Celestial Palace last time, this does not affect his prestige, and his subordinates are not likely to become startled and timid.
There is ultimately only one invincible Great Demon rampaging at White Crane Celestial Palace, not a whole world full of such monsters, right?
Even if there were, it couldn’t be they just happened to run into them, could it? How could things be that coincidental? In any case, they don’t believe in evil.
However.
Some things, you have no choice but to believe!
"Bang!!"
In the next moment, the Martial Emperor experts soaring into the sky were struck as if by lightning, their bodies suddenly igniting like suns and plummeting downward, smashing several massive mountains to rubble.
"Boom! Boom! Boom!"
Instantly, the ground shook, dust filled the sky, and countless palaces collapsed amidst cries of anguish.
"Ah!!"
"My leg!"
"Help! I’m trapped and can’t get out!"
The scene was extremely tragic.
Yet the other people at Golden Roc Ridge were shocked and angry, but they didn’t dare to act rashly, for even the Martial Emperor experts were immediately subdued!
"Which esteemed colleague is visiting?"
At this moment, a dignified and calm voice sounded, seemingly courteous but tinged with a hint of coldness.
Rumble!
All of Golden Roc Ridge quaked, the range glowing, and a colossal Golden Roc phantom slowly emerged from the earth, shrouding the entire ridge and blotting out the sky.
It was none other than the Golden Roc King!
With his appearance, a majestic and unstoppable pressure swept forth, seemingly declaring that he is the true sovereign here.
"It’s me."
A placid voice sounded, then the black cloud vortex in the sky dissipated, revealing two unremarkable figures.
"It’s him!!"
The aloof gaze of Golden Roc King turned intensely focused the instant he saw the figure in white.
Simultaneously, the overwhelming pressure instantly retracted, and the colossal Golden Roc phantom covering the Celestial Vault also rapidly shrunk.
Finally, he transformed into a stalwart, dignified middle-aged man in golden attire, bowed slightly to Qin Chuan, and laughed:
"Haha, I wondered who it was with such presence, turns out it’s Brother Dao himself visiting, truly making my Golden Roc Ridge shine brightly indeed!"
He relented.
Without any hesitation, any notion of face or dignity was cast aside almost instantly.
Because he knew very clearly, this person has the power to kill him. Last time, they were crushed even when besieging together, and now alone, he certainly stands no chance.
Even escaping would be difficult!
"Hmm, Golden Roc King, long time no see."
Qin Chuan also bowed slightly to Golden Roc King, a smile appearing on his face, very polite.
Golden Roc King’s earlier admission of defeat wasn’t very apparent, and coupled with his polite manner of speaking, outsiders unaware might think they have some connection, at least... are of the same level.
What he wanted was to dispel the worries of others in Golden Roc Ridge and let Qin Zi’s upcoming challenge stir up the geniuses.
Otherwise, if Golden Roc Ridge’s geniuses could tell the Golden Roc King feared him, they’d immediately lose heart, and the reliance on their father’s value would be gone.
Golden Roc King naturally knew nothing of Qin Chuan’s schemes, but seeing Qin Chuan being so courteous, was overjoyed.
It’s best not to lose face!
As the saying goes, in private I can kneel to you, but in public, beg you not to beat me and leave me some dignity...
"Thank Brother Dao for your concern, all is well."
Golden Roc King said calmly.
He was cautious, delicately controlling his expression, maintaining a subtle balance of facial expressions.
For if he appeared too enthusiastic, he’d seem obsequious, losing face before subordinates and juniors, and if too aloof, he feared offending the other side, leading to disastrous consequences.
Thus, his expression was somewhere between a smile and not, and even his tone carried the same nuance.
Truly a challenge for him!
"Hmm."
Qin Chuan nodded again and then said:
"Actually, I came this time hoping to request something by having our juniors spar, and I ask for your cooperation."
"What might that be?"
Golden Roc King asked grimly.
"Nine-colored Rotten Flesh."
Qin Chuan said as he looked at him.
Golden Roc King’s face slightly changed, Nine-colored Rotten Flesh, this is one of his most treasured possessions, and it’s being targeted?
He thought of the words "spar of juniors" and then boldly asked: "You mean to have your son spar with my Golden Roc Ridge’s genius, and if your son wins, I give you the Nine-colored Rotten Flesh?"
"Indeed."
Qin Chuan nodded.
Golden Roc King felt like he was dancing on a tightrope, but to preserve his dignity as much as possible, he forced himself to ask despite the tension: "And if your son loses, what would you give me then?"
He admitted to having a gamble!
Saying this was to create a semblance of parity, to inform those around that—I, Golden Roc King, am not weaker than others!
His only fear is Qin Chuan suddenly coming up with "ungracious" words and suddenly turning hostile.
Thus, the pressure was immense on him.
If he won, that preserved his dignity, if he lost, the opponent might simply flip the table and grind him into the dirt!
But clearly, Qin Chuan cooperated well.
Qin Chuan smiled and said: "If my son loses, feel free to propose terms, as long as it’s something I can do, I agree."
"Great!!"
Golden Roc King laughed heartily, thoroughly relaxing because this sentence from the other side clearly expressed his intent.
Although unsure why, it was evident the other side was courteous, not intending to break off relations.
This makes things manageable.
If his offspring lost, he’d give the Nine-colored Rotten Flesh to the other party. Even if his offspring won, he wouldn’t aggressively make demands but would instead offer the Nine-colored Rotten Flesh willingly.
This way, it not only showed his magnanimity but might also gain the friendship of this terrifying individual.
Though it pained him deeply, acting this way was undoubtedly wise; sometimes, holding onto treasures too tightly... could easily lose one’s life!
"Then let’s not waste time, set up the arena here, let me see if your juniors have what it takes!"
Qin Chuan waved his hand, vast energy surged forth, various Powers of Law intertwined, creating a massive battle stage in the sky!
Immediate action.
No time was allotted for Golden Roc King to prepare, mainly so he couldn’t strategize with his descendants.
This way, Golden Roc King’s heirs wouldn’t grasp the situation’s gravity and could freely become arrogant before Qin Zi.
Golden Roc King took a deep breath and then said solemnly: "Let all juniors of Realm Emperor level and above at Golden Roc Ridge come forth."
His voice was sonorous, like a great bell, spreading across the vast Golden Roc Ridge, instantly beams of light shot to the sky from all directions.
Suddenly, the sky was full of golden eagles soaring, a magnificent spectacle!