The boundless azure sky stretched infinitely.
Three thousand white clouds drifted like snow.
Near the Black Eerie Swamp, countless powerful figures had gathered, all drawn by the strange phenomenon earlier. They believed some supreme treasure had emerged and came to investigate.
Unfortunately, they found nothing, only faint traces left behind by the Nine Nether Bird.
Suddenly—
Someone raised their head, puzzled as they gazed at the thick cotton-like clouds high in the sky. They couldn't understand why it was raining under such clear daylight.
Looking around, they noticed the rain only covered a limited area, making it even stranger.
"Rain in this kind of weather? And it's only localized... The weather in Black Eerie Swamp is truly bizarre!"
However, recalling the terrifying black flames that had seemed to boil the heavens and seas before, such an unusual weather phenomenon wasn't entirely impossible.
The drizzle fell continuously, like a gentle spring rain, lasting for three to four hours without any sign of stopping.
Everyone searched the Black Eerie Swamp, hoping to find any leftover treasures.
Yet none of them noticed the massive white cloud slowly drifting toward Northern Spiritual City like a great ship high above the Nine Heavens.
On the cloud—
Zhou Yi glanced at the sleeping Jiu You, his large hand gently caressing her smooth, jade-like back. The corners of his mouth lifted into a faint smile.
He looked at Jiu You's reward, which fit her perfectly.
[Reward: Ancient Undying Phoenix Essence Blood]
Jiu You lay nestled in Zhou Yi's embrace, her delicate figure light and ethereal. Her long, slender jade legs were taut and curvaceous, exuding unparalleled allure. Her willow-like waist was slender, and her swan-like neck radiated elegance.
Her tall, ethereal beauty still carried a lingering flush, her misty, wild eyes reflecting an untamed nature beneath her seductive gaze.
Her delicate fingers traced lightly across Zhou Yi's chest. She had never imagined she would give herself to a man she had only just met—it felt like a dream.
But it truly was like a dream.
Not only had she successfully evolved into the Nine Netherworld Bird, but her cultivation had also reached the Quasi Heavenly Supreme Realm.
Such a level of strength placed her among the top powerhouses of the Nine Nether Bird Clan.
And all of this was because of this man.
This man was simply too powerful.
Without Zhou Yi, she couldn't fathom how long it would have taken to reach her current cultivation.
Even her proud and untamed heart rippled with complex emotions.
"You're mine now... I'll give you a gift." Zhou Yi's chest pressed against Jiu You's, his voice soft as he gazed into her enchanting eyes.
"Who's yours?"
Jiu You snorted coldly, lifting her elegant swan-like neck, pridefully retorting:
"I only promised to bear you a child. After that, we're even!"
"As you wish."
Zhou Yi chuckled, too lazy to argue with this sharp-tongued, prideful woman. He simply took out the Ancient Undying Phoenix Essence Blood.
"Hmm... What's that?"
Jiu You's delicate body trembled, her eyes locked onto the drop of blood in Zhou Yi's hand, her whole body tensing.
After evolving into the Nine Netherworld Bird, she knew she had the potential to further evolve into an Ancient Undying Phoenix—but it was only a possibility.
Yet the essence blood in Zhou Yi's hand made that possibility a reality.
Its allure was indescribable.
More precious than any treasure.
"Ancient Undying Phoenix Essence Blood." Zhou Yi confirmed her suspicion.
"How... how do you have such a thing?" Jiu You's eyes blazed, her breath quickening. The Ancient Undying Phoenix had long gone extinct, yet Zhou Yi had obtained its essence blood—he was truly unfathomable.
"Do you want it?" Zhou Yi teased, a playful smile on his lips.
Jiu You swallowed hard, desire burning in her eyes, but her pride wouldn't allow her to beg.
Zhou Yi found her stubbornness amusing.
Without further teasing, he placed the Ancient Undying Phoenix Essence Blood in her hand.
Jiu You looked at him in disbelief.
"You're really giving it to me?"
"Of course. Compared to you, a drop of essence blood is nothing."
Zhou Yi's voice was calm, as if such a priceless treasure was merely a trifle.
Jiu You's eyes flickered, her heart deeply moved. Even though Zhou Yi was powerful, the Ancient Undying Phoenix Essence Blood was still a treasure that could make Heavenly Supremes fight to the death.
"Thank you..." Jiu You whispered, a rare softness in her voice. She wrapped her arms around Zhou Yi's neck, offering him a gentle kiss.
Zhou Yi's arms tightened around her, pressing his lips against hers.
Time seemed to flow like water, turning tender and romantic.
This time, Jiu You repaid him with unprecedented tenderness.
Northern Spiritual City.
At the Northern Spiritual Inn—
Qing Yanjing slowly woke up, only to find the room empty. Zhou Yi was nowhere to be seen. The scattered clothes and lingering traces of their night together were the only remnants left behind.
She glanced around at the chaotic room, the faint scent of their mingled bodies still lingering in the air. A sudden sense of loss welled up within her heart.
Though she had no real feelings for Zhou Yi, the fact that he had taken her body and left without a word still made her feel bitter.
"Liar..."
"Big liar..."
Tears silently rolled down Qing Yanjing's cheeks as she muttered to herself.
In her eyes, Zhou Yi must have feared Maha Tian and fled after boasting so boldly the day before.
She had almost believed him.
"Forget it... I'll just treat it as repayment for saving my life."
Qing Yanjing thought to herself. She never liked Maha Tian, and the marriage arranged by her clan filled her with deep resentment.
In a way, this could be seen as revenge against Maha Tian.
She had given him a metaphorical green hat.
Not offering him her chastity brought a subtle sense of satisfaction.
"Hmm? My injuries are healed?"
Qing Yanjing suddenly noticed not only had her wounds recovered, but her strength had faintly increased. She silently murmured,
"At least he has some conscience."
Glancing down at her slightly rounded belly, Qing Yanjing's expression grew complicated. The thought of annihilating the countless descendants of Zhou Yi crossed her mind.
But she hesitated.
"Forget it!"
After some thought, she abandoned the idea and decided to let things take their course. If she really became pregnant after one encounter, then it could only be fate.
Perhaps this child could be the key to canceling the arranged marriage.
After all, the Maha Ancient Clan was one of the Five Great Ancient Clans, and Maha Tian, as its clan leader, was a peerless powerhouse renowned across the Great Thousand World.
Surely, he would not accept raising another man's child.
"You're awake."
Zhou Yi's figure suddenly appeared. Qing Yanjing's heart fluttered with inexplicable joy—so he hadn't left after all.
However, her joy vanished the moment she saw another woman cradled in Zhou Yi's arms.
"This bastard!"
"Am I not enough?"
Qing Yanjing cursed inwardly, but then remembered she had fainted—perhaps she truly hadn't been able to satisfy him.
Not only her—
The woman in Zhou Yi's arms also appeared to be unconscious.
Hiss!
"This guy is terrifying!"
Qing Yanjing's heart trembled. Zhou Yi gently placed Jiu You in the adjacent room before returning to scoop Qing Yanjing into his embrace.
"Don't touch me... mmph..."
Zhou Yi knew she was likely irritable upon waking, and arguing would be pointless.
There was only one way to soothe her.
Time flowed on.
Half a month passed in the blink of an eye.
For those fifteen days, Zhou Yi, Qing Yanjing, and Jiu You never left the room.
Over time, Qing Yanjing and Jiu You's relationship grew increasingly harmonious.
Eventually, they became close sisters.
—
On this day, the skies were clear. Zhou Yi walked out of the inn, holding Qing Yanjing on his left arm and Jiu You on his right, drawing countless envious gazes as he accompanied them shopping.
Along the way, Zhou Yi bought small trinkets like divine hairpins, placing them in their hair. They were not treasures, but the sentiment behind them warmed both women's hearts.
"Such beautiful women!"
"I can't believe such peerless beauties exist in this remote place!"
"They're heavenly stunners!"
Lascivious voices accompanied fiery gazes. Ahead, surrounded by many beautiful maidservants, a flamboyant young man approached slowly.
The youth wore a golden robe, his tall, slender figure and handsome features marred only by his narrow, slightly feminine eyes. His gaze lingered greedily on Qing Yanjing and Jiu You's curvaceous bodies.
Snap!
He flicked open his folding fan, revealing the powerful aura of a Lesser Earthly Supreme. He stopped before Zhou Yi, raising his chin arrogantly.
"I am the Hundred Spirit King. Boy, you're lucky!"
"These two women please me greatly!"
"I offer you the chance to pledge allegiance to me. Seize the opportunity while you can!"
He lightly fanned himself, waiting for Zhou Yi to offer up the women willingly.
Behind him stood two black-robed elders, their auras far stronger than the Hundred Spirit King's—silent like specters.
In the Northern Spiritual Domain, even Supremes were rare. Three Heavens experts were already considered formidable.
The Hundred Spirit King was notorious for his depravity and cruelty, reigning as the overlord of the Hundred Spirit Continent.
Though only a Lesser Earthly Supreme, he commanded two even stronger subordinates and ruled the continent thanks to his influential parents.
With his family's support, the entire continent was his playground—he could toy with whomever he pleased.
Granting Zhou Yi the chance to pledge allegiance was an act of generosity. On a bad day, he would have simply killed Zhou Yi and taken the women.
He might even have crippled Zhou Yi, forcing him to watch as he violated the women before his eyes.
"Scram!"
Zhou Yi's arm tightened, pulling Qing Yanjing and Jiu You closer, his cold gaze sweeping over the Hundred Spirit King.
Offer up his women to gain favor?
Did they think he was like the spineless locals of the Hundred Spirit Continent?
This was a land where the Hundred Spirit King reigned supreme—so much so that he'd forgotten there was always a higher sky and deeper earth.
The Hundred Spirit King froze, then burst into laughter.
"Hahahahaha!"
His laughter echoed, yet not a single person dared join him.
The seething fury and killing intent beneath his laughter were unmistakable.
"My heavens, who is this brat? He actually dared to berate the Hundred Spirit King and told him to get lost! Does he not know that the Hundred Spirit King is the absolute ruler of this continent?"
"Such reckless youthful arrogance... Ignorance truly breeds fearlessness. Isn't it just two women? If he offered them to the Hundred Spirit King, he'd be able to latch onto the king's leg — that would be the luck of a lifetime!"
"Exactly! If I had such a chance, I'd offer the women without hesitation!"
"Hah! With those vulgar, ordinary women of yours? The Hundred Spirit King wouldn't even spare them a glance."
"But I must admit, those two women are truly stunning — beauty capable of toppling nations, peerless in their grace!"
"Women like them are disasters incarnate — the kind that could bring ruin to entire kingdoms. No wonder the brat would rather offend the Hundred Spirit King than hand them over!"
"He's done for! That brat is absolutely going to die a miserable death!"
"Once you've offended the Hundred Spirit King, no one can save you."
"Why bother resisting? In the end, the outcome won't change. Those two women will still fall into the Hundred Spirit King's hands."
"Exactly — he's just throwing his life away for nothing!"
The murmuring crowd exchanged covert sound transmissions, their gazes toward Zhou Yi filled with disdain, pity, ridicule, and sorrow.
But there was one consensus among them all:
Zhou Yi was doomed.
The two beauties would inevitably be taken by the Hundred Spirit King, reduced to mere playthings.
On this Hundred Spirit Continent, no one could defy the Hundred Spirit King — even though he was merely a Lesser Earthly Supreme.
But what the Hundred Spirit King lacked in strength, he made up for with family background — a mother who was a Spirit-Grade Heavenly Supreme and a father who was an Immortal-Grade Heavenly Supreme.
With such lineage, even most Heavenly Supremes would think twice before offending a Lesser Earthly Supreme like him.
Unfortunately for the Hundred Spirit King, he had encountered Zhou Yi.
Zhou Yi paid him no mind.
Neither did Jiu You nor Qing Yanjing.
Jiu You was naturally proud — a once-in-ten-thousand-years prodigy of the Nine Nether Bird Clan. Though her clan couldn't compare to the Hundred Spirit King's father, she still held no fear.
As for Qing Yanjing — she didn't even need mentioning.
As the Saintess of the Ancient Buddha Clan, let alone the Hundred Spirit King — even his father wouldn't faze her.
The Hundred Spirit King's laughter lasted for quite a while before gradually fading. He wiped the corner of his eyes, as if he had laughed to the point of tears.
"Someone actually told this king to get lost?"
He shook his head with a chuckle, but a trace of cruelty surfaced on his face.
"Break all five of his limbs!"
A black-robed elder behind him nodded coldly, stepping forward with the gaze of a venomous serpent.
"Brat, daring to offend the Hundred Spirit King... you truly have no idea how to write the word 'death'!"
As he spoke, a powerful aura surged forth, shocking the entire crowd.
"Greater Earthly Supreme!"
Gasps of astonishment echoed.
What a terrifying background — to have such a powerhouse as a mere bodyguard!
"With beauties in his arms, it's inevitable to show off and slap faces."
Zhou Yi glanced at Qing Yanjing and Jiu You, smiling faintly.
"Is this what they call femme fatales?"
"You're the femme fatale!"
Jiu You retorted with a roll of her eyes.
"He's just a little fly. There's still a ferocious lion waiting behind him. How about you offer me up instead?"
Qing Yanjing's smile was like a blooming peony — dazzling, enchanting.
In that instant, her beauty seemed to dim the entire world.
The Hundred Spirit King's eyes glazed over, nearly drooling on the spot.
"Maha Tian is no lion — even if it were, it's nothing but a decrepit, toothless old beast."
Zhou Yi's smile was full of disdain.
He was the true, invincible lion.
"Brat, you're courting death!"
The black-robed elder's face darkened, his killing intent surging.
"Noisy!"
Yet before he could make a move, an overwhelming pressure erupted from Zhou Yi.
Boom!
The black-robed elder's body trembled — before exploding into a bloody mist, like a crimson firework blossoming in the air.
What was a Perfected Earthly Supreme in front of Zhou Yi?
Nothing but trash.
Zhou Yi didn't even spare him a second glance.
The space plunged into dead silence.
Countless eyes stared at Zhou Yi in shock.
"Dead... he's dead?"
"He was crushed by sheer aura alone?"
"My heavens... that was a Greater Earthly Supreme!"
"Heavenly Supreme!"
"He must be a Heavenly Supreme powerhouse!"
The words "Heavenly Supreme" weighed down like an immovable mountain, suffocating the heavens.
Every bystander who had mocked or pitied Zhou Yi was now trembling with fear and reverence.
Even the vast Hundred Spirit Continent had not seen a single Heavenly Supreme in countless years.
They stood at the pinnacle of the pyramid — supreme existences that could shatter the sky.
The Hundred Spirit King's face paled, while the remaining black-robed guard subtly transmitted his voice:
"Young Master... perhaps we should just let this go and find somewhere else to play?"
Zhou Yi likely wouldn't dare kill the Hundred Spirit King — but killing the black-robed guard would be as easy as squashing an ant.
He had no intention of following his predecessor's fate.
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