Perfect: Many children, many blessings! Join the chat group!

Zhu Chen and Yun Xi did not wait long outside the boat.

The peacock clan cultivator who had just entered the cabin to report the incident quickly returned.

Moreover, when he returned, he was accompanied by a spirited old man.

The old man was tall and straight, dressed in a colorful feathered robe and wearing a divine golden crown. His face was thin and refined, and his eyes were filled with a chaotic aura as if they contained the sun, moon and stars. A powerful and majestic aura naturally flowed around him, and although he did not release it intentionally, it made the surrounding void tremble slightly.

The other person simply stood there, as if becoming the center of this world, inspiring awe and making people dare not look directly at them.

This person is none other than the Peacock God, a powerful overlord who commands a vast territory spanning millions of miles in the upper realm!

"Young friend, where did you obtain this item? What is your relationship with its owner?"

The Peacock God solemnly handed the broken willow branch back to Zhu Chen, then his eyes flashed as he began to scrutinize the young man before him.

“This item was a gift from the ancestral spirit, the Willow Goddess. As for our relationship… the Willow Goddess is my confidante.”

Facing this powerful figure who commanded respect from many sect leaders in the upper realm, Zhu Chen remained calm and showed no sign of fear.

"A...confidante?"

Upon hearing Zhu Chen's words, even the Peacock God Lord, who had seen many storms and whose temperament had long been cultivated to be as calm as a still well, couldn't help but freeze for a moment, revealing an extremely obvious look of astonishment.

His gaze was sharp as he scrutinized Zhu Chen again, seemingly trying to discern something unusual about the young man.

This person's cultivation level is clearly at the Venerable Realm. Although it is quite remarkable to have such cultivation at this age, it is worlds apart from that great person who is as revered as a god in his heart!

A confidante? How can that be?
The Peacock God frowned, finding it difficult to determine whether Zhu Chen's words were true or false.

Logically speaking, it's impossible for a Venerable Realm cultivator to have such a relationship with that person.

However, the broken willow branch in the boy's hand was indeed a branch of that great man's true form.

Moreover, this was by no means obtained by force or robbery.

Because it contains the peaceful Daoist charm voluntarily bestowed upon it by that great man.

'Could it be... that this young man possesses some extraordinary background or potential that I haven't been able to see through? Otherwise, how could he have earned the favor of that esteemed person, even... being treated as an equal?'

The Peacock God Lord's mind raced, and he developed great curiosity and speculation about Zhu Chen's identity.

That person's cultivation is unfathomable; anyone who can catch his eye must be no ordinary person.

Yunxi was utterly shocked as she read the conversation between Zhu Chen and the Peacock God.

She never expected that after Zhu Chen took out that willow branch, the renowned Peacock God would personally come out to greet him.

Even more outrageous, when Zhu Chen just claimed to be the Willow God's "confidante," the Peacock God Lord showed an expression of disbelief.

All of this seemed to silently confirm the truth of what Zhu Chen had just said.

It seems that the ancestral spirit of the lower stone village is indeed a supreme being whom even the Peacock God Lord respects immensely!

Otherwise, given the identity and status of the Peacock God, why would he treat a broken willow branch as a token in such a way?

“My Lord, to be honest, we two got into some trouble in the Celestial Race’s territory and are currently being tracked. Yunxi is pregnant and should not travel long distances. She needs a quiet place to rest. As for me, I was also greatly weakened by the previous battle and need to find a place to recover. I wonder if we could trouble you to allow us to stay in Peacock City for a while?”

Zhu Chen did not pay attention to the scrutiny of the Peacock God. After a moment's thought, he directly stated his purpose.

"Since you are friends of that lord, I will naturally protect you. You can stay here in peace. If the human race dares to chase us here, I will protect you." The Peacock God nodded slightly, then turned to look at the palace complex in the center of the giant city below, and said calmly, "There is a quiet courtyard next to my cave, where no one will disturb you on ordinary days. It is perfect for the two of you to recuperate. Please come with me."

With that, he flicked his sleeve, and a gentle yet powerful force enveloped Zhu Chen and Yun Xi.

Once the two regained their footing, they realized they had left the massive warship and were now inside a temple filled with spiritual energy.

The atmosphere here is far richer and purer than outside; every breath is invigorating. This must be the secluded retreat of the Peacock God.

"Are you satisfied with this place?"

The Peacock God looked at Zhu Chen and asked.

"The spiritual energy here is abundant, making it very suitable for cultivation. Thank you for the gift, Divine Lord!"

Zhu Chen bowed and thanked him.

They have the protection of the Peacock God, a supreme figure.

They can finally catch their breath in the upper realm for a while.

"Thank you, Lord God!"

At this moment, Yunxi also expressed her gratitude to the Peacock God.

"You two don't need to be so polite. I have important matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave now. Please feel free to come and find me anytime if you need anything!"

The Peacock God nodded to Zhu Chen, then turned and left.

After settling Yunxi in, Zhu Chen immediately opened the chat group.

At this moment, many people in the chat group were frantically spamming the chat with comments:

[Xiao Yan: Oh no, oh no, my brother still hasn't replied. I think things are probably going to turn bad!]

[Lin Dong: Brother Yang Qi, you should have waited a little longer. Big Brother wasn't even out of danger yet, and you came back. Weren't you just pushing Big Brother into a fire pit?]

[Yang Qi: It was Brother Zhu who asked me to come back. You all probably saw what he said in the group chat just now, right?]

[Xiao Yan: That's true, but didn't you say that my brother was still in that Heavenly City at the time?]

[Qian Renxue: Everyone, don't worry too much. Big Brother just asked Yang Qi to come back in the group chat. He must have his own plans. Let's wait a little longer. Maybe Big Brother will come and let us know he's safe soon.]

[Han Li: Seventh Sister is right. Big Brother isn't stupid. Since he dared to ask Yang Qi to come back in the group chat, he must have already come up with a plan to escape.]

[Wang Lin: That's right, my brother is no reckless person; he definitely has his own plan.]

[Luo Feng: I should have gone over to help earlier...]

[Lin Dong: Yes, our strength has all improved. Even if we can't contend with those ancestors, we can still handle some small fry. This will help relieve some of the pressure on our eldest brother.]

[Xiao Yan: Since things have come to this, there's no point in saying more. I should prepare some medicine to save him first. In case my brother comes back barely clinging to life, it might come in handy...]

[Zhu Chen: Can't you wish me well for once?]

...(End of chapter)