Chapter 599: The Nine Nether Yellow Spring, Heading to the Beast Region
Three days had passed since the events involving the Heavenly Xuan Treasure Palace. During this time, the entire Eastern Region had been abuzz with tales of the mysterious palace and the battles between several Dou Saints.
Most notably, Mo Yu, the master of Yuan Mansion, had not only entered the Heavenly Xuan Treasure Palace but had also obtained numerous powerful weapons from within. He even gifted a mysterious black cauldron to the Grand Elder of the Little Pill Tower, which caused the elder to want to swear brotherhood with him, setting aside his usual status.
This stirred up feelings of envy and jealousy among many people. Mo Yu had truly become one of the most prominent figures on the continent. Not only had he achieved Dou Saint status at a young age, but now, armed with the powerful weapons from the Heavenly Xuan Treasure Palace, it was clear that under his leadership, Yuan Mansion would become one of the most formidable forces on the continent.
As the excitement over the palace spread through the Eastern Region, Mo Yu returned to Yuan Mansion, accompanied by Zi Huo and the old demon Tian Ming.
"This is a ninth-grade weapon for me?"
In the Yuan Mansion's main hall, Xiao Yu looked in surprise at the azure long sword Mo Yu had personally handed to her. The sword was engraved with mysterious patterns, exuding a powerful aura.
The azure sword was about 1.5 meters long, and under the sunlight, it gave off a sharp, cutting feeling, as if even a peak-level Dou Venerate would feel a sense of threat in its presence.
"Yes, this is the Azure Wind Long River Sword. With a single strike, it can cut through rivers. It's incredibly powerful, and perfect for you." Mo Yu smiled as he placed the sword in Xiao Yu's hands.
Xiao Yu's Dou Qi had a wind attribute, and she had always used a sword. The Azure Wind Long River Sword suited her well, and Mo Yu had chosen it specifically for her.
Naturally, Xiao Yu didn't refuse the gift. She carefully accepted the sword and began to examine it curiously.
On the side, Cai Lin, Little Doctor Fairy, and Qing Lin watched the scene without expressing any dissatisfaction, but the looks they exchanged with Mo Yu carried a faint hint of reproach. Although Xiao Yu was Mo Yu's primary wife, his clear favoritism toward her made the others feel a little neglected.
Seeing this, Mo Yu wasn't foolish enough to miss the signs. He quickly retrieved three more powerful weapons from his storage ring, each radiating a strong aura.
One was a fiery red whip, the second a pair of white jade-like gloves, and the third a black-gold soft armor.
The red whip was for Cai Lin. As the queen of the snake-people and the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python, a large-scale attack weapon like the whip was perfect for her combat style.
The white jade gloves were for Little Doctor Fairy. They would enhance her control over the poisonous gases from her Woeful Poison Body, making them an ideal choice for her.
The black-gold soft armor was prepared for Qing Lin. As the holder of the Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils, Qing Lin could control powerful snakes, but her personal defense was a weak point. If she encountered an assassin skilled in stealth, she might be in serious danger before she could even use her powers. With this armor, however, even a Dou Saint would struggle to harm her, giving her a vital layer of protection.
Seeing the gifts, the eyes of the three women lit up. They eagerly accepted the weapons and began inspecting them with curiosity and delight.
Soon, their gazes toward Mo Yu softened with warmth. To them, it didn't matter what the gifts were—it was enough that Mo Yu had thought of them.
Mo Yu smiled with relief, feeling grateful that he had looted so many ninth-grade weapons from the Heavenly Xuan Treasure Palace. With so many women in his life, it would have been impossible to treat them all fairly without this treasure trove.
"Haha, looks like you made quite a haul in that ancient palace…" A lighthearted voice sounded from the doorway. The speaker was none other than Snake Uncle, who entered with a leisurely stride, his body gleaming with a faint purple-gold light.
"Hey, Snake Uncle, I've got something for you too!" Zi Huo scratched his head with a sheepish grin, his fierce face softening into a good-natured smile.
"Oh? Zi Huo, is that you? It's been years, and now you've even broken through to Dou Saint. The Primordial Lion Body truly is terrifying…" Snake Uncle eyed Zi Huo with admiration.
Although the Nine-Winged Purple-Gold Serpent was comparable to the royal bloodlines of the Taixu Ancient Dragon clan, it still fell short of the fearsome Primordial Lion Body. Perhaps only the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python could rival it.
"Snake Uncle, your own breakthrough to Dou Saint is not far off either. This might help you take that final step." As Mo Yu spoke, he took out a black orb that radiated a mysterious energy.
"What's this?" Snake Uncle's eyes lit up as he gazed at the orb, sensing his blood stirring in response.
"This is a ninth-grade weapon called the Essence Refining Blood Pearl. It can purify and refine the bloodlines of both magical beasts and humans, making their blood even purer," Mo Yu explained.
"The Essence Refining Blood Pearl?"
Snake Uncle was momentarily stunned. After hearing Mo Yu's explanation, a bright light flashed in his eyes.
Although he was a Nine-Winged Purple-Gold Serpent, his bloodline was not as pure as those born innately with it. This had been a limitation on his strength. But with the Essence Refining Blood Pearl, he could resolve this problem and perhaps even break through to the legendary Dou Saint level.
"Thank you, Mo Yu," Snake Uncle said sincerely, his gaze filled with emotion.
"There's no need to thank me, Snake Uncle. It's what I should do." Mo Yu smiled and handed the orb to Snake Uncle.
To Mo Yu, Snake Uncle was one of his most important elders, and giving him a ninth-grade weapon was no big deal. Besides, Snake Uncle's breakthrough to Dou Saint would greatly enhance the power of Yuan Mansion, so Mo Yu didn't hesitate to share his resources.
"Haha, thank you, nonetheless," Snake Uncle chuckled, patting Mo Yu on the shoulder with a mixture of gratitude and pride.
He hadn't expected that the boy he had taken a chance on all those years ago would bring him such great fortune—evolving him into a Nine-Winged Purple-Gold Serpent and now providing him with the opportunity to break through to Dou Saint.
After reminiscing for a moment, Snake Uncle seemed to remember something. He looked at Cai Lin and then turned to Mo Yu. "Do you have some time now?"
"What's up?" Mo Yu asked curiously.
"If you do, take Cai Lin to a special place. She's close to her breakthrough too," Snake Uncle said, nodding approvingly at Cai Lin.
"Oh? Cai Lin is about to break through?" Mo Yu asked, pleasantly surprised.
"Yes. As the Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python, she can reach the Half-Saint level quickly with enough energy. Her physical strength is also formidable enough to challenge a Dou Saint in battle. If she becomes a Half-Saint, she'll be a great help to you."
Mo Yu nodded. The Seven-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python was a highly noble bloodline among snake-like creatures, capable of fighting above its level. Although she couldn't match Mo Yu in combat, she would certainly be able to hold her own against powerful foes.
If Yuan Mansion had Mo Yu, Zi Huo, and Snake Uncle as Dou Saints, and Cai Lin, who was as strong as a Dou Saint, they would become a formidable force. Even the Soul Palace wouldn't be beyond their reach.
Of course, Mo Yu needed to be strong enough to face the Soul Palace Master, as simply having more Dou Saints didn't guarantee victory. In the end, real power was what mattered.
"The energy needed for Cai Lin to evolve is immense, Snake Uncle. The place you're talking about, is it…?" Mo Yu asked, raising an eyebrow.
"There is a special place in this world that can help her refine her body. Cai Lin carries the rare Nine-Colored Primal Stone. If she is lucky, she might evolve into a Nine-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python, a being that rivals the ancient Serpent King," Snake Uncle said with a knowing smile.
"Where is this place?" Upon hearing this, Cai Lin, Xiao Yu, and the other women turned their attention to Snake Uncle.
"The Nine Nether Yellow Spring, home of the Nine Nether Earth Python tribe," Snake Uncle replied, his gaze turning toward Mo Yu. "If you want Cai Lin to break through to Half-Saint or even evolve into a Nine-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python, you must take her there."
Mo Yu pondered this for a moment, then nodded. In his previous life, Cai Lin had indeed evolved into the Nine-Colored Heaven Swallowing Python in the Nine Nether Yellow Spring. So, this trip to the Nine Nether Earth Python tribe was inevitable.
Moreover, Mo Yu knew that a powerful figure was imprisoned within the Yellow Spring. If he could rescue and recruit this person, the strength of the Nine Nether Earth Python tribe would be his to command.
"With your current strength, along with Zi Huo, very few in the Nine Nether Earth Python tribe can pose a threat to you. As for those ancient monsters hiding in the shadows, they rarely show themselves. But if something happens, use the space-breaking talisman. I'll break through to Dou Saint soon, and I'll come help if you're in danger," Snake Uncle assured him.
Mo Yu smiled. With three Dou Saints soon under his command, Yuan Mansion's power was skyrocketing, and there was little need to fear the Nine Nether Earth Pythons.
After all, while they were one of the three great magical beast clans, they were the weakest. A civil war several centuries ago had further diminished their power, possibly leaving them weaker than Yuan Mansion itself.
"Since time is short, we'll set off tomorrow," Mo Yu said, knowing that the Soul Palace's gaze was ever watchful. It was best to act swiftly.
"Go without worry. We'll manage things at Yuan Mansion," Snake Uncle reassured him with a smile.
The next day, at dawn, Xiao Yu remained at Yuan Mansion to oversee things while Mo Yu set off with Cai Lin, Little Doctor Fairy, Qing Lin, and Zi Huo toward the Beast Region.
Thanks to Zi Huo's guidance and Mo Yu's increased power, the group moved swiftly, cutting what would have taken days into just half a day. Soon, they reached the Beast Region.
Once there, they headed straight for the territory of the Nine Nether Earth Python tribe.
The true home of the Nine Nether Earth Python tribe lay deep underground, though they had many branches on the surface. In fact, they were the largest of the three great magical beast clans in terms of population. However, this large number diluted the purity of their bloodline. The elders of the tribe estimated that within a hundred years, their ancient bloodline would be nearly depleted. At that point, they would be no different from ordinary magical beasts.
This looming crisis had caused fierce internal debate within the tribe. But without a way to purify their bloodline, the day when their power would fade seemed inevitable.
The Nine Nether Abyss was the main entrance to the underground world of the Nine Nether Earth Python tribe, and it was heavily guarded.
However, for someone of Mo Yu's current strength, such defenses were utterly ineffective.
As the group approached a mountain near the abyss, Mo Yu glanced at the supposedly impenetrable defenses and shook his head with a smirk.
Just as he was about to use his spatial powers to transport everyone into the abyss, the sound of rushing wind came from nearby. A group of figures swiftly appeared above the abyss, moving with incredible speed.
"Those look like people from the Taixu Ancient Dragon clan," Mo Yu muttered in surprise, recognizing the figures.
"Could they have been sent by Zi Yan? But she should be dealing with the other three Dragon Kings right now. Why would she send people to the Nine Nether Earth Python tribe, where the two clans have never had much interaction?"
Mo Yu frowned slightly, then activated his spiritual senses, sending out waves of energy that silently spread through the area.
A moment later, faint, fragmented voices reached his ears through the spatial fluctuations.
"…Dragon King… dispatched…" (Chapter End)
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