Upon hearing this, the Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord's expression also turned very solemn.
For a Young Master to be able to make three Great Ancient Kingdoms submit, and also possess such terrifying power, his identity and background were clearly not simple.
However, as soon as he thought of Jun Xiaoyao being present, the Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord's heart settled down.
No matter how great that Young Master's identity was, could he compare to Jun Xiaoyao?
No matter how strong his backing was, could it compare to the Ancient Jun Family?
Therefore, the Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord was not worried at all.
"Alright, let's return to the Imperial Palace first. I also have some matters to ask you," Jun Xiaoyao said.
On one hand, he needed to sign in at the Vermillion Bird Ancient Kingdom's Imperial Palace.
On the other hand, he also wanted to inquire about some things.
"Yes, Divine Child, please!"
The Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord personally led the way.
Jun Xiaoyao stepped onto the golden war chariot and followed behind.
"Sigh, we just started warming up, and it's already over," Jun Zhangjian said, twisting his wrist.
The several Prodigies had also participated in the battle just now.
"It won't end that easily. They'll probably be back in a few days," Jun Linglong said.
She possessed a Seven-Orifice Exquisite Heart and was intelligent, knowing that the Young Master behind the three Great Ancient Kingdoms would definitely not let the matter rest.
"Hmph, so what if they come? Can they stir up any trouble in front of the Young Master?" Jun Wanjie sneered.
In front of the Ancient Jun Family, even a Dragon must coil, and a Tiger must lie down!
Next, Jun Xiaoyao also entered the Imperial Capital.
All the citizens of the Vermillion Bird Ancient Kingdom knelt and kowtowed to Jun Xiaoyao.
Countless cheers and praises for Jun Xiaoyao spread in all directions.
Jun Xiaoyao's expression, however, was very calm.
These people regarded him as a savior, as a kind Saint.
In reality, he was merely trying to protect a chess piece in his hand.
However, this kind of free good reputation, it would be a waste not to take it.
After all, many Prodigies were already saying that Jun Xiaoyao was a devil.
Jun Xiaoyao also needed to slightly shape his image; he was not a devil.
At most, he just liked to harvest leeks.
Upon entering the Vermillion Bird Ancient Kingdom's Imperial Palace, Jun Xiaoyao's mind also received a System notification.
"Ding, you have arrived at the Vermillion Bird Ancient Kingdom's Imperial Palace. Do you wish to sign in?"
"Sign in," Jun Xiaoyao silently recited.
"Ding, congratulations to the host for obtaining a four-star reward: Ancient Saint Weapon, Ancient Zither, Phoenix Cry Qishan!"
After the System's voice fell, Jun Xiaoyao immediately sensed it.
Inside his spatial Magical Artifact, a crimson, gilded ancient zither appeared.
The entire ancient zither had a slender shape, with Phoenix and landscape patterns on its surface, and dark gold inlays, appearing understated, luxurious, and profound.
Its seven strings were all a fiery crystal color, looking extremely magnificent and dazzling, very eye-catching.
"It's actually a zither," Jun Xiaoyao murmured.
Was the System telling him to cultivate his temperament?
However, the Rank of this ancient zither was a rare Ancient Saint Weapon, so it was not an ordinary item.
Ordinary Saints typically used Ancient Saint Weapons.
Moreover, this Phoenix Cry Qishan was clearly not just for leisure.
Previously, Jun Xiaoyao's mysterious Guardian had transformed zither sounds into killing blades, capable of heavily injuring even Saints with ease.
Therefore, even when used as a weapon, the power of this Phoenix Cry Qishan zither should not be underestimated.
"Not a loss," Jun Xiaoyao thought to himself.
He just signed in casually, and the System gave him an Ancient Saint Weapon for free.
"It seems I can play the zither when I have nothing to do in the future. Fortunately, I heard some famous pieces in my previous life and haven't forgotten them," Jun Xiaoyao thought.
"Divine Child, what's wrong?" the Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord asked, seeing Jun Xiaoyao standing still.
"Nothing, let's go," Jun Xiaoyao said.
Afterward, the Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord led Jun Xiaoyao to a luxurious building.
Jun Xiaoyao let Jun Zhangjian and the others rest on their own.
Inside the entire building, only Jun Xiaoyao, the Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord, and Bai Yu'er remained.
Jun Xiaoyao said, "I have something to ask you."
"Divine Child, please speak," the Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord respectfully said.
"Do your Four Great Ancient Kingdoms have any hidden historical secrets?" Jun Xiaoyao asked.
The Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord pondered for a moment upon hearing this, then said, "To be honest, according to historical records, the predecessors of our Four Great Ancient Kingdoms were an ancient Imperial Dynasty, named the Four Symbols Ancient Kingdom, which was close to an Immortal Force."
"The founder of the Four Symbols Ancient Kingdom was a Supreme Expert named Four Symbols Supreme, and the founders of our Four Great Ancient Kingdoms, Qinglong Shangren, White Tiger Shangren, Vermillion Bird Shangren, and Black Tortoise Shangren, were the four Disciples of that Four Symbols Supreme."
The Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord's explanation made Jun Xiaoyao raise an eyebrow slightly.
He didn't expect that the Four Great Ancient Kingdoms actually had such a historical origin.
"So, the Azure Dragon Kingdom Lord's goal should be to unify the Four Great Ancient Kingdoms, making them the Four Symbols Ancient Kingdom again, and then become the Kingdom Lord himself," Jun Xiaoyao guessed.
"However, what is the purpose of that Young Master behind him? Is it merely to control the Four Symbols Ancient Kingdom?" Jun Xiaoyao felt doubtful.
Bai Yu'er, standing nearby, bit her lip slightly upon hearing this and said, "Lord Divine Child, Yu'er has a guess."
"Oh, tell me," Jun Xiaoyao said.
"Yu'er believes that the Young Master behind them probably wants to collect the bronze compass components from the Four Great Ancient Kingdoms," Bai Yu'er said.
"bronze compass components?" Jun Xiaoyao's gaze was unreadable.
The Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord then explained.
It turned out that the Four Symbols Supreme, who founded the Four Symbols Ancient Kingdom, had accidentally obtained a bronze compass.
That bronze compass was linked to a great hidden secret.
Later, this news somehow leaked out, and many experts wanted to contend for the compass in the Four Symbols Supreme's hands.
The Four Symbols Supreme was besieged and heavily injured.
He then secretly divided the bronze compass into four parts and gave them to his four Disciples, who were Qinglong Shangren and the others.
Later, the four Disciples each founded a kingdom, which became the current Four Great Ancient Kingdoms.
That one-fourth of the bronze compass component also became an ancient artifact passed down through generations in the Four Great Ancient Kingdoms.
"Let me see that component," Jun Xiaoyao said indifferently.
The Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord nodded obediently.
If it were anyone else who dared to covet the bronze compass component, the Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord would have slapped them away long ago.
But when Jun Xiaoyao spoke, he took it out without hesitation.
As soon as Jun Xiaoyao saw the component, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.
Because he discovered that the bronze compass component was actually made of the same material as the bronze fragment from the wooden box earlier.
And that bronze fragment was related to the Bronze Immortal Palace, one of the seven wonders.
"So that's how it is, I understand. No wonder the Four Symbols Supreme was besieged. This bronze compass indeed involves a great hidden secret, it's the Bronze Immortal Palace!"
Jun Xiaoyao thought to himself.
This was definitely a great hidden secret.
He now understood what that Young Master's purpose was.
He must have also known that the bronze compass was related to the Bronze Immortal Palace.
"This compass is interesting," Jun Xiaoyao said, playing with it.
The Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord observed his expression and immediately said, "Since the Divine Child likes it, then I shall present it to the Divine Child."
Jun Xiaoyao nodded in satisfaction. This Vermillion Bird Kingdom Lord was quite sensible.
"The other three components must already be in that Young Master's hands. Now, even if he doesn't come looking for trouble, Divine Child will have to find trouble with him…"
Jun Xiaoyao showed his usual smile.
But Jun Zhangjian and the others, who were familiar with this smile, knew.
This smile meant that Jun Xiaoyao was about to start harvesting leeks again…