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Kunpeng forced a smile and cupped his hands, saying:

"Fellow Taoist Xuandu, I have long admired your great name."

"I am deeply sorry that I have failed to greet you properly today, fellow Daoist. Please forgive me."

His tone was polite, but a hint of undisguised apprehension lurked deep in his eyes.

Xuandu understood what was going on.

As expected, they came for him.

Moreover... judging from this posture, it's not a provocation, but more like... a test?

"You're too kind, fellow Daoist."

Xuan Du returned the greeting, his expression calm:

"It was my oversight that I did not pay my respects to you, fellow Daoist, upon arriving in Beihai."

His tone was neither humble nor arrogant, giving the other party face without revealing any fear.

Upon hearing this, Kunpeng's eyes flashed with a dark light, and he laughed:

"Fellow Daoist, you flatter me. Although the North Sea is my Daoist temple, it is also a primordial land, so you are free to come and go as you please."

He paused, then changed the subject:

"However... just now I sensed a tremendous fluctuation at the bottom of the North Sea, seemingly from you and..."

His gaze swept over Xuandu, and he tentatively asked:

"Did you have a conflict with Fellow Daoist Randeng, the Vice Leader of the Chan Sect?"

Xuan Du's expression remained unchanged as he calmly said:

There is indeed a slight misunderstanding.

"Vice Master Ran Deng attempted to seize my opportunity and resorted to sneak attacks and sabotage. I had no choice but to defend myself."

"Unfortunately... Vice Sect Leader Ran Deng's cultivation was insufficient, and he ultimately perished under my sword."

He spoke in a flat tone, as if he were talking about a trivial matter.

But to Kunpeng's ears, it sounded like thunder!

"As expected..."

Kunpeng was shocked, and he almost couldn't maintain his smile.

Although he had already guessed it, hearing Xuandu admit it with his own ears still sent a chill down his spine.

Ran Deng... is really dead!

Moreover, he was killed head-on by Xuan Du!

"Fellow Daoist...you are truly remarkable."

Kunpeng chuckled, his voice slightly hoarse:

"Fellow Daoist Ran Deng is, after all, a peak Quasi-Saint and the Vice Leader of the Chan Sect. Your actions... may cause you considerable trouble."

As he spoke, he carefully observed Xuandu's expression.

They wanted to see if the other party had any reservations about killing Randeng, or if they were wary of the Primordial Sage.

however.

Xuan Du remained calm, even... a faint smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"trouble?"

"Burning the lamp intended to kill me first, and I retaliated afterward. What wrong have I done?"

"As for Master Yuanshi..."

He paused slightly, his gaze shifting towards Jin'ao Island, his tone indifferent:

"My master's sword will surely cut through everything for me."

Upon hearing this, Kunpeng's expression changed slightly.

He understood the meaning behind Xuandu's words.

With the protection of the Sage of Tongtian, he had no fear of the Primordial Lord's revenge!

What gives them such confidence? What makes them so domineering?

Kunpeng felt even more apprehensive, but at the same time, a strange sense of envy welled up within him.

Yes.

With the full protection of a sage master, even if the vice leader of the Chan Sect is killed, he will remain safe and sound.

And what about Kunpeng?

Although he is a demon master of the demon court and in charge of the Northern Underworld, he seems to be living a glamorous life.

In reality, despite their outward harmony with Yao Ting, Di Jun Tai Yi harbored suspicions towards him.

In the past, he had a chance to compete for the throne in Zixiao Palace, but due to insufficient foundation and luck, he ultimately missed the opportunity.

Now that the great calamity is approaching, he appears detached, but in reality, he is walking on thin ice. One wrong step and he will be doomed.

If only he could also have the protection of a saint...

Once the thought arose, it could no longer be suppressed.

Kunpeng's gaze toward Xuandu grew increasingly complex.

This child... truly has incredible luck.

Not only did he possess extraordinary personal fortune, but he was also highly regarded by the Sage of Heaven.

If we could befriend them...

Perhaps... it's a way out?

Thinking of this, Kunpeng took a deep breath, and the smile on his face became more sincere.

"What you say is absolutely right, fellow Daoist. With the protection of the Sage of Heaven, there is nothing to worry about."

He paused, then asked casually:

"May I ask what brings you to this remote part of the North Sea?"

"If there is anything I can do to help you, please don't hesitate to ask."

"I still have some influence in Beihai."

Upon hearing this, a hint of amusement flashed in Xuan Du's eyes.

Kunpeng's attitude... changed quite quickly.

Just now they were testing and being wary, but now they want to befriend and make friends?

However... this suited him perfectly.

The Golden-Winged Roc is arrogant and unruly. To persuade him to join the sect, perhaps... we could use the Kunpeng's help?

After all, the Golden-Winged Roc was in seclusion here, and the Kunpeng, as the lord of the North Sea, could not possibly be unaware of this.

If we could get help from Kunpeng, we might be able to save ourselves a lot of trouble.

and......

Xuandu's gaze lingered on Kunpeng for a moment.

This sorcerer possesses the supernatural power of extreme speed. With a flap of his wings, he can travel 90,000 miles and soar straight up. In terms of speed, few below the level of a saint can match him.

Would you consider this... a top-tier supernatural power?

The system's task is to invite two beings with top-tier supernatural powers to join the Jie Sect.

Kong Xuan's Five-Colored Divine Light is one, and the Golden-Winged Roc's Yin and Yang Qi is another.

Could the Kunpeng's extreme speed also be considered one?

If we could also bring Kunpeng into the Jie Sect...

Not only will the cultivation feedback surge again, but the Jie Sect will also gain another peak Quasi-Saint combatant!

More importantly...

Kunpeng and the Demon Court are outwardly united but inwardly divided. If they can be turned against the Demon Court, it may have an unexpected impact on the future course of the Lich War!

This deal... is worth a try!

With this thought in mind, a smile appeared on Xuandu's face.

"You're too kind, Demon Master."

He slightly cupped his hands in greeting:

"I have come here indeed to find someone."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, a glint flashed in Kunpeng's eyes:

"Who is it that would trouble you, fellow Daoist, to come all the way to the North Sea?"

Xuan Du raised his hand and pointed to the entrance where black and white intertwined:

"That is the Golden-Winged Roc who is currently in seclusion and comprehending its wisdom within that space."

"The Golden-Winged Roc?"

Kunpeng feigned surprise:

"So he is Yuan Feng's son. No wonder he can draw upon the innate Yin and Yang energy of this place."

He looked at Xuandu and tentatively asked:

"I wonder what business you have with him?"

Xuan Du remained calm:

"This junior wishes to invite the Golden-Winged Roc to join my Jie Sect."

"What?"

Kunpeng's expression of surprise deepened, but he quickly began to calculate in his mind.

Xuandu wants to recruit the Golden-Winged Roc?

Yes!

The Golden-Winged Roc possesses both Yin and Yang energies, and its innate supernatural abilities are no less than those of Kong Xuan, making it a truly rare talent.

If the Jie Sect could acquire the brothers Kong Xuan and Dapeng, their strength would surely rise to another level!

and......

Kunpeng's eyes gleamed.

Xuan Du openly stated his intention to recruit the Golden-Winged Roc right in front of him. Was he not treating him like an outsider?

Or is there... a deeper meaning?

"Fellow Daoist has excellent taste."

Kunpeng laughed:

"The Golden-Winged Roc is exceptionally gifted and has boundless potential. If it could join the Jie Sect, it would indeed be a wonderful thing."

"only......"

He changed the subject, a troubled look on his face:

"The Golden-Winged Roc is arrogant and unruly, and even his elder brother Kong Xuan is difficult to control. To get him to willingly join the Jie Sect... I'm afraid it won't be easy."

Xuan Du nodded slightly:

"I know this matter is not easy, so I came here specifically to find a suitable opportunity to discuss it with him in detail."

"I wonder if the sorcerer... could you do me a favor?"

He looked at Kunpeng with clear eyes and a sincere tone.

Upon hearing this, Kunpeng's heart stirred.

Is Xuan Du... trying to curry favor with him?

Do you want to use him to make contact with the Golden-Winged Roc?

Under normal circumstances, Kunpeng might weigh the pros and cons, or even secretly obstruct it.

But now...

The power with which Xuandu had just killed Randeng, and the undisguised protection from the Sage Tongtian, made him see another possibility.

If we can seize this opportunity to establish connections with Xuandu and the Jie Sect...

In the great calamity to come, he might have another way out!

not to mention......

The Golden-Winged Roc is unruly and difficult to tame; even if he were to intervene, he might not be able to persuade it.

Whether this matter succeeds or fails, it will not cause him any loss.

But if this could be used to curry favor with Xuan Du...

That's a sure-fire way to make money!

Thinking of this, Kunpeng's smile widened.

"Fellow Daoist, you're too kind. It's just a small matter, nothing to mention."

He waved his hand dismissively:

"The Golden-Winged Roc has been in seclusion here for a hundred years, and I have met him a few times."

"If you do not mind, I am willing to make an introduction."

A hint of a smile flashed in Xuan Du's eyes.

This was the result he wanted, and he used it as a way to invite Kunpeng.

Otherwise, would that little Golden-Winged Roc really think that Xuandu is kind-hearted?

When he invited Kong Xuan, he wasn't very polite.

Now that he's at the peak of the Primordial Golden Immortal realm, would the Golden-Winged Roc dare to disagree?

"Then... I'll have to trouble you, Demon Master."

He bowed and thanked them.

"Fellow Daoist, there's no need to be so polite."

Kunpeng laughed:

"However, the Golden-Winged Roc is currently at a crucial stage of enlightenment and should not be disturbed."

"Why don't you come with me back to the Demon Master's Palace to rest for a while, and then I'll accompany you when he emerges from seclusion?"

Xuan Du pondered for a moment, then nodded and said:

"Alright."

His purpose in coming here was to see the Golden-Winged Roc. Since the other party was in seclusion, there was no harm in waiting.

and......

Take this opportunity to get to know Kunpeng better, and perhaps... we can find out what he has to say.

If we could truly bring this ancient demon master into the Jie Sect...

The spoils of this trip will be far more than just one Golden-Winged Roc!