Yuantian Pidao

Chapter 321: A show of force

In Tianguang County, the secret realm is about to open, and cultivators from the four major forces are beginning to gather.

Among them, the royal Chen family, the Qu family, and the Qiao family all sent a lot of people. Although the number of people allowed to enter the secret realm was limited according to past experience, they still made as many preparations as possible.

Outside the Wind Valley, a pavilion radiates a hazy spiritual light, floating in the air and constantly suppressing the raging winds within the valley, accelerating their weakening.

At the top floor of the pavilion, Dao Foundation cultivators from the three major families gathered together: Chen Yongling from the Chen family, Qu Shize from the Qu family, and Qiao Lian from the Qiao family.

"The people from the Taiping Sect should be arriving soon, but I wonder what kind of methods that Dao Foundation Flood Dragon has."

With a deep voice, Qiao Lian spoke first. He was dressed in black, with a sallow complexion, and looked to be in his thirties. His appearance was quite ordinary, except for his bright eyes. In his words, he showed great interest in the mist dragon.

Upon hearing this, Qu Shize couldn't help but glance at Qiao Lian.

"Could the Qiao family have designs on that dragon from the Taiping Sect? Or perhaps they want to test that dragon?"

With thoughts racing through his mind, Qu Shize tried to guess what the Qiao family was thinking.

The pie in Nan Jing Kingdom is only so big. Now that the Qingmu family has been replaced by the Taiping Sect, all the original interests have been taken over by the Taiping Sect. It is normal for the other families to have some ideas and want to test the waters. After all, the Taiping Sect has only been around for a short time, and each family's understanding of the Taiping Sect is limited to some intelligence, which is inevitably a bit thin.

"If Qiao Lianzhen were to try to test the waters, he would likely suffer a loss. Although the dragon's cultivation level is not high, its combat power is quite terrifying. Ordinary early-stage Dao Foundation cultivators are no match for it. However, this is none of my business."

A thought crossed his mind, and Qu Shize withdrew his gaze.

He originally didn't want to come on this mission, but his family couldn't spare the time, so he had no choice. Besides, after hiding at home for so long, he gradually came to terms with it. Now that he was on that person's ship, hiding was not an option.

"That mist dragon should be related to that person by blood. Perhaps we can get to know him if we have the chance. Although we had some misunderstandings before, we should be considered as one of our own now."

With his mind wandering, Qu Shize had a variety of thoughts flashing through his mind.

Just then, as if sensing something, Chen Yongling suddenly turned his gaze to the outside of the pavilion.

"coming."

Looking into the distance, Chen Yongling put down his teacup.

The next instant, a long dragon roar resounded through the sky, and an invisible dragon's might swept over, pressing down on everyone's hearts.

"Such powerful dragon might! It's definitely a pure-blooded dragon. No wonder it was able to defeat Crocodile Abyss. Truly remarkable."

"Good heavens, is this a show of force? I haven't even made a move to test it, and it's already showing its power. The dragon clan is indeed arrogant."

"It seems stronger than before. How long has it been? Is this the benefit of having a Purple Mansion expert guiding it?"

Stepping out of the floating pavilion and looking at the clouds in the sky, Chen Yongling and the other two had different thoughts. Through the awe-inspiring dragon's might, they had already sensed Jiang Chen's power.

It was at this moment that the clouds parted and a pure white dragon descended from the sky. Its head and horns were majestic, its mane was ice blue, and its four claws seemed to be accompanied by flames. Its appearance was quite remarkable. The moment it appeared, the sea of ​​clouds surged and churned, naturally becoming its embellishment.

"Wu Hai of Taiping Sect greets the three fellow Daoists."

Jiang Chen lowered his gaze and looked at the three people. All three were at the early stage of the Dao Foundation stage, with the strongest one likely having a cultivation level similar to that of the Mist Dragon.

Facing Jiang Chen directly and sensing the power and domineering aura emanating from him, the expressions of the three changed. According to the information they had previously received, Jiang Chen was just a newly promoted Foundation Establishment cultivator, but now it seemed that this was not the case at all.

"Qiao Lian of the Qiao family greets Fellow Daoist Wu Hai."

With a gentle expression, Qiao Lian took the lead in greeting him. At this moment, he had no intention of testing him. Judging from the aura Jiang Chen displayed, he was definitely not weak at the Dao Foundation level and had a good chance of having condensed a mid-grade Dao Foundation. Without a huge conflict of interest, there was really no need to offend him.

After Qiao Lian, Chen Yongling and Qu Shize also spoke up. Chen Yongling took a closer look and realized that the dragon was even stronger than she had originally expected.

"It seems that little girl Chen Jingshu has really found a strong ally, but being too strong may not necessarily be a good thing."

As thoughts raced through his mind, a dark glint flashed in Chen Yongling's eyes.

Regardless of her true feelings, she outwardly remained very friendly towards Jiang Chen, and in turn, Jiang Chen had no intention of making things difficult for the three of them.

He released his mist dragon form this time for two reasons: first, to reveal part of his own power and avoid some unnecessary trouble; and second, to truly integrate into the Dao Foundation Circle of the Southern Jing Kingdom.

And so, the two sides hit it off immediately and quickly got into a lively conversation, creating an extremely harmonious atmosphere.

Although Dao Foundation cultivators appear aloof and superior to others, they present a completely different face when facing cultivators of the same level.

Soon, the four newly acquainted Foundation Establishment cultivators exchanged Dao techniques and even traded a few spiritual items. As for the Taiping Sect replacing the former Qingmu family in Wind Valley, it was naturally achieved smoothly. None of the three major families raised any objections. Jiang Chen's displayed strength had already won their respect, so there was no need for his previous petty tricks.

Just as Jiang Chen descended in his mist dragon form, sensing the majestic dragon's might, in a cave outside Wind Valley, the Seventh Princess Chen Jingshu turned her gaze toward the floating pavilion.

"Such powerful dragon might! Has the Taiping Sect arrived? I wonder who they plan to send into the secret realm this time."

With deep, dark eyes, Chen Jingshu's mind raced with various thoughts.

This time, in order to ensure that the Taiping Sect could successfully replace the Qingmu family, she used a considerable favor. Otherwise, Chen Yongling would not have pushed for this matter.

Of course, she didn't regret using up her favor. After all, favors vary in importance, and some favors quickly become worthless if not used. It was worthwhile to use Chen Yongling's favor to exchange for further cooperation with the Taiping Sect, since Chen Yongling was unlikely to truly support her at the moment.

Just then, a maid walked in from outside.

"Your Highness, the Taiping Sect Master you previously asked to keep an eye on has recently arrived at Feng Valley and has already moved into a temporary cave dwelling. Accompanying him are a Taiping Sect cultivator and a rat demon."

With a respectful expression, the maid handed a piece of information to Chen Jingshu.

Upon hearing this and receiving the intelligence, a strange light flashed in Chen Jingshu's eyes, but it quickly disappeared.

"The appearance of the Mist Dragon and the Taoist of Peace at the same time, was I wrong before? But for now, this is not a bad thing. If the Taoist of Peace can enter the secret realm, it will definitely be a huge help to me."

With mixed feelings, Chen Jingshu left the cave; she wanted to see Jiang Chen in person.

(End of this chapter)