Perfect World

Chapter 718: Chapter 618: Marrying into a Family?
 

“Dao companion, cultivation, life.” Shi Hao stroked his chin, yet did not express any stance.

“Young and brilliant, should be like the morning glow, or summer flowers, leaving behind beauty. Not waiting for the solitude of autumn leaves, only leaving desolation and regret.” The old woman lamented.

Afterwards, the old woman stood up and did not delve deeper into the conversation.

She left behind two young girls, fresh and elegant, with beauty surpassing others, who would be responsible for taking care of Shi Hao’s daily needs.

“Just like that she left, what happened to the promised dao companion, the peerless beauty, why didn’t she mention it?” Shi Hao murmured quietly, eagerly watching the old woman’s departing figure.

The two girls were first startled, then giggled sneakily, and finally, they bent over in laughter.

“Actually, I’m not that reserved, you can sit down and have a good long talk with me.” He poured and drank by himself.

The two girls found it both amusing and awkward; is this the divinely gifted genius valued by the Divine Spirits of their clan? He is too undisciplined, both of them pursed their lips, snickering quietly.

“Eh, could it be you two, the so-called dao companions, one pair just like that?” Shi Hao turned around, looked at the two girls, his large eyes twinkling brightly.

“Ah, it’s not!” The two girls turned pale, their chests pounding like frightened deer, and they quickly retreated.

“It should be, right?” Shi Hao laughed, observing both of them.

“Shoo!”

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The two girls fled, extremely fast, rushing out of the bamboo forest, far away from Azure Lake, then they lightly patted their chests, looking at each other.

“Scared us to death, is this guy really a genius? He killed a War King?”

“I feel like he’s so wicked, no integrity at all!”

By the shore of Azure Lake, Shi Hao put away his smile, looking in the direction they ran, frowning slightly and muttering to himself, “My reputation for a lifetime.”

He was a bit worried about how to leave the Celestial Clan, as staying long term would inevitably expose his identity, making it impossible to hide.

Holding a wine glass, he stood up and walked along a path in the bamboo forest, coming to Stone Mountain, climbed up, and gazed at the beautiful scenery of the lake. In reality, he was secretly observing the entire giant city.

Unfortunately, this city was too vast, resembling a Minor Thousand World, it was impossible to see its boundaries, with many cavern dwellings and beautiful mountains surrounded by white celestial mists.

Furthermore, there were wide main roads, and buildings such as palaces and towers, just like those in ordinary cities.

Without much thought, he also understood that the entire City of the Heavens must be protected by an amazing array, not only him, but even Celestial Gods would struggle to break through it.

Not long after, the two girls came back, carefully looking after everything from introducing nearby attractions to serving tea, pouring water, and arranging dishes, all seriously.

Of course, mainly because Shi Hao didn’t scare them again.

“Do you have any scenic spots here that are worth seeing?” Shi Hao asked the two girls out of sheer boredom.

“The entire City of the Heavens is a sacred place, an ultimate pure land, many clan members wish to enter but are not qualified, everywhere here can be considered a scenic spot.” One girl said.

“Is there anything more special? Like True Dragon Cave, Immortal Phoenix Nest, War Emperor’s Tomb, no, Supreme Celestials Tomb, etc.” Shi Hao gave examples.

The two girls rolled their eyes, what kind of places were those? True dragons and immortal phoenixes are not worms and wild chickens, touted as Ten Fierce Beasts, how could there be relics of them.

“Adult, could you be more cautious when you speak? We are the Celestial Clan, how could there be a tomb of War Emperor, and it’s best not to mention the tombs of Supreme Celestials, it’s taboo.” One girl muttered.

“Alright!” Shi Hao touched his forehead as he spoke.

Another girl’s large eyes rolled around, a smile appearing on her lips, “Adult, I know of an ancient place rumored to be related to immortals.”

“Where is it, quick take me there!” Shi Hao’s interest was piqued, he was bored being confined here.

The two girls looked at each other, they were originally planning to take him there but had no excuse; now it was perfect.

Passing through a bustling market district, then over several cavern dwelling areas, they arrived at a solemn and sacred Martial Arts Arena, where some people were practicing, but not many.

The Martial Arts Arena was very spacious, spanning tens of miles.

Some were sitting in meditation, others were practicing breathing; this place had an inexplicable principle of the Dao and also had spiritual energy several times richer than other places, making it very suitable for cultivation.

Deep in the Martial Arts Arena was a strange rock, resembling an ancient jade monument, ten feet tall, not overly huge, situated there.

“That’s it, nothing special about it?” Shi Hao was puzzled.

“Adult, its name is Flying Celestial Stone, very strange, sometimes it emits light rain like flying immortals, splendid beyond compare, and standing in front of it, you can reflect upon oneself, better understanding yourself, which can help in enlightenment,” one girl explained.

“Oh, explain in detail,” Shi Hao’s interest grew.

“Regarding the light rain of flying immortals, it’s a bit ethereal, after all, it’s rare to see it once in dozens of lifetimes. As for reflecting on oneself, it can be done at any time, especially if one is a Primordial, to observe one’s own bones, blood, flesh, etc., further understanding one’s own Dao and law.”

“That so…” Shi Hao pondered, then walked over and stood in front of the Flying Celestial Stone.

At this moment, not only the two girls, but also other people side-eyed, concentrating and watching.

The Flying Celestial Stone trembled, stunning everyone, who widened their eyes, but observing closely, they found it dim without luster, then it quieted down, showing no further reaction.

“Ah!” Some people sighed lightly.

The two girls were clearly disappointed, one of them said, “Isn’t the adult a Primordial?”

“Why ask that?” Shi Hao did not turn around, his heart tremendously shaken, he was suppressing himself, he just had an urge for enlightenment!

This was a treasure, if one could cultivate here, there would definitely be huge gains!

“This stone is very special, if there are Immortal Bones, Divine Skin, Heaven-Sent Coagulated Blood, etc. in the body, all can be reflected.” One girl said, basically, it could detect the true bones and such naturally possessed by Primordials.

Soon, the incident here was reported to the golden-robed old woman, who after learning about it, muttered to herself, “Pity, he is not a Primordial.”

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Afterward, she asked again: “Did you not let him try to move the Flying Celestial Stone?”

“No,” replied the person, shaking their head.

“To kill the War King proves his extraordinariness, his combat power is terrifying, yet the only flaw is that he’s not a Primordial.” The old woman spoke softly.

In the Martial Arts Arena, Shi Hao lingered, truly unwilling to leave, and even wanted to steal the stone; he almost grasped the enlightenment just moments ago.

Moreover, in a fleeting moment, he seemed to vaguely see something like the splendor of flying immortals; it was mysterious and terrifying!

In the City of the Heavens, grand and vast, enormously large, yet many areas were off-limits, including the Fire Cliff where pills are refined, the ancient caves storing scriptures, the path mountains for enlightenment, and the residence of the Celestial Gods.

Two days later, Shi Hao could no longer sit still. If he stayed any longer he might accidentally reveal himself; who knows when the old Celestials would awaken. If they focused on him, it would be extremely terrifying.

“Please relay a message for me, just say I am fortunate to come to the Celestials Clan’s pure land, deeply honored, but with urgent matters, I must bid farewell.” Shi Hao had two young girls convey the message.

Upon receiving the report, True God Qi Xia personally hurried over. Even though being a True God, she had been in charge of affairs concerning Shi Hao, which indicated the importance she and the related people attached.

This exceptional natural talent deserved to be won over. When she heard from Yun Xi that he killed a War King, many in the clan were shocked.

“Young friend, don’t rush to leave; in these two days, we are perfecting a batch of precious pills, we have neglected you. When we open the furnace, I will gift some to you.”

“Senior, you are too polite, I don’t need any pills.” Shi Hao was modest, only wishing to leave although he was reluctant to part with the Flying Celestial Stone.

“This is a Divine Fire Pill, refined from several Divine Medicines mixed with numerous heavenly and earthly treasures; it is extremely rare and essential to your current state,” said the old woman.

Upon hearing this, Shi Hao’s heart was moved.

The Divine Fire Realm was crucial; it was a watershed. If one broke through with sufficient foundation, one could soar high, which relates to future achievements!

And the Divine Fire Pill was specifically prepared for this.

Of course, there were also outstanding beings who, based on this, would seek legendary flames like the Star Essence or Nether Hells Abyssal Fire to forge their realm, risky and terrifying, but potentially with greater achievements.

And some had even acquired the extremely rare Immortal Fire and Chaotic Flame, but unfortunately, they burned themselves to death without success.

Regardless, the Divine Fire Pill was essential, igniting divine flames required its “blessing,” akin to adding fuel to fire.

“Young friend, you saved Yun Xi and we cannot repay you enough, we plan to gift you a batch of Divine Fire Pills,” mentioned the old woman.

A single Divine Fire Pill was immensely valuable due to needing many rare medicinal herbs, yet the Celestials Clan was about to give a whole batch, a significant gesture indeed.

“Thank you greatly for your kindness, senior!” What else could Shi Hao say? If someone wished to give and not let him leave, then… he would graciously accept them all!

True God Qi Xia smiled, if they truly could keep Shi Hao, not to mention a batch of Divine Fire Pills, even more precious items would be no issue; this was the youth who could kill a War King!

“Regarding the issue of a Dao companion I mentioned last time, have you considered it?” Qi Xia asked.

“That’s a bit troublesome; Yun Xi is a pearl of the Celestials Clan, fused with the Life Stone, greatly admired. If I were to become Dao companions with her, I might become the public enemy of the young generation of Celestials Clan,” Shi Hao remarked.

True God Qi Xia was speechless; how could this kid be so shameless, deciding on a target even before she had said anything?

Besides, recalling the last time this kid grumbled behind the scenes, claiming he wouldn’t be very reserved, even though presenting Dao companions and peerlessly beautiful ladies to him, old woman Qi Xia felt a twitch in her forehead.

Is this kid reliable? Allowing their clanspeople to become his Dao companions, isn’t that akin to throwing them into a pit of fire?

“Ah, right, senior, where’s Yun Xi? I haven’t seen her in the last two days,” Shi Hao asked.

“She’s undergoing fusion with the Life Stone and will only emerge after a few more days,” replied Qi Xia, growing increasingly distrustful and proactive at his advances.

Could he be a libertine? She frowned.

“My Celestials Clan has three pearls, each an unparalleled beauty renowned across dozens of regions, many great clans wish to seek their hands in marriage with priceless gifts, but we have refused them all,” said True God Qi Xia.

As a True God, she wasn’t lying; the Celestials Clan, once an imperial family with a population of hundreds of millions, the three most dazzling beauties naturally held high regard and were renowned among various clans.

“Three resplendent pearls, peerless beauties… senior, are you planning to have all of them become my Dao companions? Why not invite them here for a meeting,” Shi Hao said.

Qi Xia’s eyelids twitched!

“Nobody can marry all three at once!” She kind of regretted it now, this kid was too proactive, not really reassuring, and she’s never seen anyone so “unreserved!”

“Yun Xi is also one of the three, right?” Shi Hao asked.

“Yes!” True God Qi Xia replied rather grumpy.

“I’ve seen her; what do the other two look like, will they appear soon?” insisted Shi Hao, unabashed.

The two young girls taking care of him couldn’t help but giggle secretly at his eagerness; weren’t they afraid he might scare the ladies? Thankfully, the two pearls weren’t here, otherwise, they might have beaten him up.

“Our Celestials Clan’s pearls don’t marry outside; generally, we invite the Dao companions into our Celestials Clan,” Qi Xia said with a dark countenance.

“So, it’s marrying into the family, I understand!” nodded Shi Hao, his audacity evident.

True God Qi Xia: “…”

She exchanged stares with Shi Hao, reconsidering, feeling that this guy wasn’t exactly “of good nature.”

Suddenly, there was silence.

“Senior, couldn’t the four of us become Dao companions together?” Shi Hao struck up another conversation.

Four people… the three pearls plus him? Qi Xia’s eyebrows stood on end, a vein throbbed on her forehead, and she felt like giving him a good thrashing.

Not long after, two peerlessly beautiful ladies from the Celestials Clan received the news and hurried over, both with unpleasant expressions, looking as if they were ready to make someone answer for grievances.

“To become Dao companions with us, you must lift the Flying Celestial Stone; even being a Primordial wouldn’t suffice!” (To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to Qidian (qidian.com) to cast recommendation votes and monthly votes; your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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