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"Mei'er, find an opportunity tonight. I want to talk to them face to face. Can you help me with this?" Ji Pokong asked Ji Mei softly.
Ji Mei was taken aback, surprised in her heart. "Father Arrogance Lingyun, is this the first time he has spoken to me in such a tone? But it's good; the more he values Wei Chen, the more beneficial it will be for me and that Ji Feng."
"Father, are you very interested in them?" Ji Mei asked.
Thunderstorm chimed in, "It's not just your father who is interested in them; your Uncle Lei is also quite intrigued by those two Fellows! Brother Ji, how about you take me along when you meet them tonight?"
"Of course! With the emergence of a third Peak Expert in the Soul World, how could such a meeting possibly exclude you?" Ji Pokong replied with a smile.
"Alright, Mei'er, you all go ahead. Please arrange everything for me tonight. Even if I have to humble myself and plead, make sure it’s done well."
"Understood."
Ji Mei landed on the ground and left with Wei Chen and Gu Yuehong from the Penglai Secret Realm. As time and space shifted, they arrived at Penglai Island, where the unique atmosphere of the Penglai Secret Realm completely vanished.
"Ji Mei, what did your father say to you? He seems very interested in Gu Yuehong," Wei Chen said as he breathed in the fresh air of Penglai Island, feeling quite cheerful with the scent of the distant sea breeze.
"He’s interested in all of you. He and Thunderstorm want to meet you and have me prepare a banquet for you tonight," Ji Mei replied with a smile.
"That sounds great! I haven't eaten much lately; having a good meal would be nice. But honestly, your Sea Tribe's food is really hard to eat!"
Wei Chen thought to himself, "The two strongest from the Soul World want to see me; perhaps their intentions are not just about drinking? They must be looking into Gu Yuehong."
"Although Gu Yuehong is a Divine Dragon, he has taken human form and concealed his aura. The occasional pressure he emits is just that of an ordinary strong person. Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm should not be able to perceive his true identity. However, regardless of that, Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm have already begun to speculate. It's still best to be cautious; tonight's banquet feels like a trap that cannot be refused."
"Both Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm are Peak Soul Realm Experts—one is the Human Race Leader and the other is the Sea Tribe leader. Their relationship should not be very harmonious. Yet contrary to expectations, they seem quite friendly. Could it be that they have already reached some secret agreement?"
As Wei Chen pondered this, Ji Mei smiled and said, "Don't worry; this time I will definitely prepare your favorite dishes."
Ji Mei took her leave. As the First Princess of the Sea Clan, she had political matters to attend to and could not stay with Wei Chen all the time. Wei Chen and Gu Yuehong returned to their courtyard when Gu Yuehong suddenly asked, "Demon Lotus Emperor, those two Fellows may not seem very strong individually, but I feel there’s an underlying connection between them—as if they have cultivated some secret technique that allows them to fight cooperatively. Together, their combat power isn't simply one plus one."
Wei Chen exclaimed in shock, "Is yours Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm?"
"Yes, who else could possibly catch my eye?" Gu Yuehong replied. "Demon Lotus Emperor, you need to quickly improve your strength. The Dragon Clan's intuition is very accurate. If you only have this level of power, it won't be long before the Battle erupts, and it will be hard for you to protect yourself."
Wei Chen frowned and asked, "What do you sense?"
"A storm is coming, and at the center of that storm is you. It won't be long before it hits. Even I won't be able to fully protect you. While I'm dealing with the enemy's experts, I won't be able to focus on the rest. You'll have to rely on your own abilities; I really don't want to see you fall," Gu Yuehong said, looking deeply at Wei Chen. "After all, you are my only hope when I return to Huaxia."
"Don't worry, I'm quite resilient. Many have tried to kill me, but their fates have all been the same... they all died," Wei Chen said with a smile, exuding confidence.
But deep down, he felt anxious; the Dragon Clan's prophecies were always very accurate...
Gu Yuehong's words left Wei Chen feeling less assured.
The Penglai Secret Realm finally closed, and Penglai Island returned to its original state. The powerful beings from the Central Domain continued to stay on Penglai Island, preparing to leave with Thunderstorm on a Warship the next day.
Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm found a secluded spot, both looking very serious.
"Brother Ji, that young man has an incredibly strong aura; he's on the same level as us. I even feel a faint pressure emanating from him that makes me uncomfortable. It's not just a manifestation of Soul Power Realm; it's a pressure from his bloodline!" Thunderstorm expressed his concerns to Ji Pokong.
Ji Pokong nodded in agreement. "I felt it too. That young man's identity is strange; he came out of the Penglai Secret Realm? That's absurd! The Penglai Secret Realm only opens once every ten years; there's no way humans could survive inside at other times..."
"What do you mean?"
"That young man is likely some powerful beast transformed into human form. Beasts of that caliber possess astonishing combat power; we need to be cautious."
"Yes, but how did he become Wei Chen's personal guard?"
"We can only conclude that Wei Chen's identity is even more mysterious and formidable than that powerful beast!"
"Now that there are so many, it won't be of any use. We'll know after we test the waters a bit, but we must keep our limits in mind and not provoke them. Otherwise, we will be the ones to suffer. This time, no matter the cost, we must pull him into our camp; we cannot let the Soul Palace get to him first."
"Don't worry about that. Since that young man has a good relationship with Wei Chen, he won't side with the Soul Palace."
...
As night fell, the banquet hall at the center of Penglai Island was filled with guests. Everyone who had survived the Penglai Secret Realm Gathering gathered for a celebration feast.
This Penglai Secret Realm Gathering was particularly brutal; out of the fifteen hundred who entered, only a little over five hundred made it out. Two-thirds of the participants were lost, and the remaining third would become the backbone of the Sea Tribe and Central Domain human race for the next decade.
To become strong, raw talent is one aspect, but luck plays a significant role as well. In the Penglai Secret Realm, danger and opportunity lurked everywhere; mental acuity, strategy, and alliances could all become turning points on the path of cultivation.
One misstep could lead to death, and then it would be too late to regret. However, seizing such opportunities could result in a qualitative leap in strength upon returning.
Inside the banquet hall, music and dance filled the air, showing no signs of sorrow. For those from the Major Forces, each death meant more resources for those who remained to cultivate and expand their influence. They secretly reveled in this; how could they mourn their fallen comrades?
Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm did not appear in the banquet hall. The event was hosted by Ji Mei and Ji Feng, along with powerful figures from the Central Domain Fire Sect. Meanwhile, Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm were quietly observing Wei Chen and Gu Yuehong from a parlor atop the Pavilion.
Wei Chen and Gu Yuehong seemed unconcerned by Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm's gaze as they enjoyed their meal. Gu Yuehong particularly seemed as if she hadn't eaten in ages, devouring everything in sight. Several beautiful Sea Tribe women brought dish after dish, but before long, Gu Yuehong would finish them all off and request more.
In the end, Wei Chen, Ji Pokong, and Thunderstorm waited patiently for Gu Yuehong to finish her meal. They went through nearly a hundred tables of food, almost depleting all the supplies prepared for humans on Penglai Island. Finally, she let out a satisfied burp, patted her belly, and said with a grin, "Not bad at all! Much better than eating that Nine-Tiered Monster meat."
With that, Gu Yuehong raised her wine cup and downed it in one go. Seemingly unsatisfied, she picked up an entire wine jar and drank it all at once.
"This wine is good; have them bring me a hundred jars," Gu Yuehong commanded Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm directly. Amusingly enough, neither of them seemed bothered by her order; they smiled and nodded as jars of fine wine were continuously delivered to her, which she consumed without leaving a drop behind.
For three full hours in the parlor, Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm touched nothing while Wei Chen had already finished his meal and sat aside watching Gu Yuehong's wild feasting.
Finally, after three hours had passed and Gu Yuehong was full and satisfied, Wei Chen cleared his throat awkwardly and said, "My friend has quite an appetite; I hope you don't mind."
"There's no need to worry. It's perfectly normal for young people to eat more while they're growing," Thunderstorm said with an almost flattering smile.
Wei Chen opened his mouth, but no words came out.
Growing up? That phrase is really something new!
"I wonder what brings the two of you here to see us?" Wei Chen asked after a moment of contemplation.
Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm exchanged glances before turning their attention to Wei Chen. They both understood that White Out, the formidable shapeshifting beast, truly regarded Wei Chen as a peer and had little say in the matter.
After a brief pause, Ji Pokong said, "Wei Chenyu, we are quite curious about your plans for the future."
"I don't have any specific plans. I'm just going to the Central Domain to find my friends and establish a Cloud Spirit Sect to pass the time," Wei Chen replied with a calm smile.
"Oh? I wonder if the place you've chosen is Blackwater Territory?"
"Yes, several of my elders have already arrived at Blackwater Territory. They are just waiting for me to join them so we can establish the new Cloud Spirit Sect. If you two have time, I would be honored if you could attend!"
Wei Chen smiled again, thinking to himself, "If I could invite Ji Pokong and Thunderstorm to celebrate the establishment of the Peach Blossom Sect, that would be fantastic. Who would dare to challenge the Peach Blossom Sect in the Central Domain? Even if we directly declare ourselves a Nine-Rank Sect, no one would dare to cause trouble. They seem to have some demands from me and are wary of Gu Yuehong's strength. This is a good opportunity to invite them to the grand establishment ceremony of the Peach Blossom Sect; it would benefit our reputation."
"That damn Mighty took Zhao Yu away as well. The first thing I will do upon arriving in the Central Domain is to retrieve Zhao Yu. Making a big deal out of it will also make Mighty think twice about his actions. It will make it easier for me to ask him for help later."
Wei Chen's mind raced as he considered many possibilities in an instant.
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