Chapter 1089 - 124: The Subtle True Monarch Ruler
"Adding to that, with the Lotus Platform at their command, they might already be able to wield the power of a Daluo Golden Immortal."
Chen Yi paused, gazing at the Nine-toothed Nail Rake and Water-controlling Ruler, and continued with a serious expression:
"In contrast, I only have a Great Power at the Golden Immortal level here, while the others have yet to mature, urgently needing helpers to support the Tao Court and revive Taizhou Mountain, so..."
"What do you two think about this?"
Chen Yi spoke earnestly, with nine parts truth out of ten.
Aside from inaccuracies regarding the "General" Sun Xushi and Daoist Zhao Muzi, both Transcenders, the rest aligned with the current situation on Taizhou Mountain.
Of course, he could lie to deceive the Nine-toothed Nail Rake and Water-controlling Ruler, but it was unnecessary.
After all, he was the proper True Monarch of the Tao Court's White Tiger.
The Nine-toothed Nail Rake glanced at the silent Water-controlling Ruler, growing more anxious, and asked via Sound Transmission:
"Aunt, the words of Lord True Monarch have reached this point, what else are you dissatisfied with?"
"It's not like he's trying to subdue us, just wants us to come out and assist, with benefits to gain, why not?"
The Water-controlling Ruler replied via Sound Transmission: "I don't have concerns, just want to secure more benefits."
"Surely you've also seen the power of the Lord True Monarch before us, far less than you and me; if we don't seize the chance to ask for more benefits, we won't have another opportunity once his cultivation and Divine Power Realm advance."
Hearing this, the Nine-toothed Nail Rake felt secretly pleased, "Little Ancestor, you're truly thoughtful."
"Then quickly propose, lest the Lord True Monarch loses patience."
Upon hearing this, the little girl hesitated no longer and spoke: "I and Little Rake agreeing to you is possible, but three things are too few."
Chen Yi raised an eyebrow: "How many do you want?"
"But first, I don't know what might be left in the 'Taichu' palace, and some crucial Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures must remain for my own few Magic Treasures."
The little girl looked at him, "You mean those two low-quality Longsword and Jade Sword, or Lord Azure Dragon on your wrist?"
Before Chen Yi could speak, the Little Jade Sword on his wrist became displeased, fluttering around, and after making two circles, halted beside the little girl, huffing:
"Your material is inferior; your material is low-quality."
The little girl, however, nodded seriously: "My body is merely a wisp of Innate Ancestor Qi, indeed somewhat inferior."
"If I could obtain the Chaos Stone or the Hongmeng Purple Qi, I could definitely become an Innate Spiritual Treasure."
Little Jade Sword: "It sounds quite formidable."
Then, she glanced at Chen Yi and asked: "Brother Yi, I want the Chaos Stone and Hongmeng Purple Qi, is that okay?"
Chen Yi shook his head, "We'll talk about it once we find them."
Those things sounded rare and precious, unlikely to be easily found.
Moreover, the Water-controlling Ruler was originally a Postnatal Spiritual Treasure; with such materials, its rank could be elevated to an Innate Spiritual Treasure.
The Little Jade Sword was merely an unpolished jade, whether she could absorb such treasures was uncertain.
In fact, whether she or someone else would end up absorbing whom was also unclear.
Thinking about this, Chen Yi then addressed the little girl: "I somewhat understand your thoughts, but at most, I can only offer you and Little Rake five Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures."
"In terms of rank... how about Postnatal Spiritual Treasures?"
Although he wasn't sure of the specific rank of Postnatal Spiritual Treasures, where he was headed was the palace of the Ancient Daoist Court White Tiger True Monarch, "Taichu," where there should be hundreds of things at the level of Postnatal Spiritual Treasures.
If not...
If not, then so be it; they can be found later.
At that moment, the Nine-toothed Nail Rake couldn't hold it any longer, hurriedly spoke:
"Deal! Lord, Little Rake and Little Ancestor agree to your terms!"
The little girl glanced at him and nodded approvingly: "I also agree."
Chen Yi smiled upon hearing this, "Straightforward."
"I believe with your assistance, the ancient Daoist court heritage can swiftly grow stronger."
While speaking, Chen Yi didn't forget to comfort the Little Jade Sword beside him, indicating her to be patient, and promising to replace it with suitable materials when found.
Seeing this, the Nine-toothed Nail Rake immediately burst with joy, laughing heartily:
"Good, good indeed... Haha, Lord True Monarch, you treat us so well, in the future we shall brave fire and water without hesitation."
The little girl, however, remained as calm as before and said:
"In that case, let's discuss how you intend to take the two of us away from here."
Chen Yi put away the Little Jade Sword, thought for a moment, and asked: "Is there anything that needs attention?"
"My body is the location of this secret realm; taking me away equates to closing this secret realm, a massive disturbance."
"Anything else?"
"Also, I must be deposited in your Primordial Spirit; Little Rake is simple, merely requiring its body hidden within your Storage Magic Device."
Chen Yi nodded slightly, pondering: "Then there's no rush."
"The secret realm's opening period hasn't reached halfway, and it's not too late to act in the last few days."
It's known that this secret realm is divided inside and outside.
Inside, Qing Feng, Sword Obsession, and others are manageable with cultivation and Divine Power Realm not too high, which he can handle.
However, the outskirts of the secret realm still harbor Zhao Muzi, Demon Realm Ancestor, and others.
Once news of acquiring the Water-controlling Ruler leaks, it's uncertain if it might attract covetous eyes.
To be cautious, he prefers not to stir too much, lest Zhao Muzi and others become involved, owing him favors.
The little girl nodded at Chen Yi's words, "Determine the time, and contact me anytime."
With this said, she left without waiting for Chen Yi's response.
The Nine-toothed Nail Rake laughed awkwardly, explaining: "Lord True Monarch, please don't mind."
"Little Ancestor is cold on the outside but warm on the inside; her character isn't bad."
Chen Yi laughed it off, unconcerned, "As long as the results are favorable, details don't matter."
If he could leave with two Postnatal Spiritual Treasures, this trip to the secret realm would be considered exceedingly fruitful.
It's worth noting that the Water-controlling Ruler isn't just a Postnatal Spiritual Treasure but also contains the Marshal Tianpeng Mansion, packed with countless Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures.
Even if those treasures weren't highly ranked, he could use them to enhance the strength of the Human Race cultivators in the future if needed.
Chen Yi hasn't forgotten that besides being a member of Xunwang Heaven now, he is one of the ancestors of the Human Race.
Having good things, why not utilize them for his own people? Why let outsiders benefit?
Soon after.
Chen Yi asked the Nine-toothed Nail Rake about matters related to the Ancient Daoist Court, then had him use the Water-controlling Ruler's power to locate Qing Feng and others.
"Attention please."
With the Nine-toothed Nail Rake's gesture, the entire Marshal Tianpeng Mansion unfolded before him—
Qing Feng, Sword Obsession, and Ah Lang were together at that moment.
Surrounded by towering bookshelves, it seemed like the mansion's book collection pavilion.
Upon witnessing Qing Feng and the others, Chen Yi's face displayed peculiar expressions.
Across Qing Feng and the others were several dozen cultivators.
Among them were disciples of Sword Dao Heaven, along with diverse individuals from various backgrounds.
Some dressed as Scholars, some with sinister intentions belonging to Evil Demons, and even two demon beings and members of the Barbarian Clan.
Qing Feng, with animated gestures, explained something, occasionally patting the armor on him.
Chen Yi was quite familiar with the appearance—Qing Feng was evidently engaging in another business venture.
Perhaps selling cultivation technique books from the book collection pavilion?
It seemed likely.
Chen Yi smiled dismissively, then began searching for Xiao Liuer within the mansion.
Soon, he found Xiao Liuer in a place with scattered peach trees.
It seemed Xiao Liuer had gone to the peach forest where Qing Feng had previously been.
After observing for a while, Chen Yi involuntarily exclaimed when he noticed figures near Xiao Liuer.
—It was Lin Xian, Yin Wuji, along with Yue Lu Realm's Confucian prodigy Yun Ze.
"Why are they gathered together?"
"Is it coincidence?"
Chen Yi scrutinized the calm demeanor of the three, guessing their intentions for gathering, resembling an accidental convergence at the peach forest.
After watching for a moment.
Chen Yi asked: "Little Rake, can you hear the voices of those three?"
"Possible, although they might converse through Sound Transmission."
"It's okay."
If their talks are via Sound Transmission, it's one kind of outcome too.
Doesn't it make it more peculiar, right?