Chapter 191: The Dragon Clan Causes Trouble

Chapter 191: The Dragon Clan Causes Trouble

Ye Liuyun stepped forward, drawing the attention of many.

The ancient gods attending the Hundred Flowers Festival were from nearby regions and were somewhat familiar with each other. Qi Yuan and Ye Liuyun, however, were strangers to them. They were curious about Ye Liuyun’s attempt to awaken the flowers.

Ye Liuyun approached a budding flower. The flower was a Ningxiang Jade, with emerald green buds emitting a unique fragrance. Long ago, when Qionghua Grand Venerable achieved enlightenment, she favored keeping a Ningxiang Jade flower by her bedside.

Ye Liuyun closed his eyes and began to visualize.

Around him, murmurs started to spread.

"How dare he try to awaken Ningxiang Jade? That's a bold move."

"Venerable Wu Qian, if I remember correctly, didn’t you also attempt to awaken Ningxiang Jade at the last Hundred Flowers Festival and failed?"

"It’s very difficult. Attempting Ningxiang Jade right away is quite audacious for an unknown true god."

"If he fails, it will be quite embarrassing."

Most true gods usually started with simpler tasks. If your first attempt fails, it’s quite awkward and can be seen as disrespectful to the North Sea Water Tribe.

Standing aside, Qi Yuan watched with interest. "If I try to awaken a flower, will I be questioned like this too?"

Qi Qi smiled, "Who would dare question godfather?"

Qi Yuan chuckled. This time, he was just a spectator, and it was interesting to see Ye Liuyun being questioned. Whether on Earth in his previous life or in various worlds, scenes like this were quite common. Whenever a controversial post was made online, it would attract all sorts of comments, much like the murmuring true gods around him.

"Today, let’s just watch the show," Qi Yuan said. "We can be the questioning or shocked spectators."

After all, he didn’t know this so-called Qionghua Grand Venerable, so he naturally couldn’t visualize a god related to her to awaken the flowers.

At that moment, Ye Liuyun suddenly opened his eyes.

"Visualization complete!" he declared.

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"Will it work?"

"If Ningxiang Jade blooms, the rewards will be enviable."

Ye Liuyun reached out and touched the petals of the Ningxiang Jade flower. Immediately, a phantom appeared from the visualization method.

"Who is this?"

"I’ve never seen this true god before."

The phantom was that of a middle-aged man, looking quite ordinary.

"This true god is called Venerable Hengyuan. Before the Battle of Hongtang, he took pleasure in flowers. The Ningxiang Jade was actually something he found in the Sky Sea and presented to Qionghua Grand Venerable," Ye Liuyun explained, a hint of melancholy in his eyes. "Unfortunately, Venerable Hengyuan’s affection for her was unrequited."

In simpler terms, Qi Yuan interpreted this as a somewhat clichéd love story.

The others, upon hearing this, were moved. "I didn’t expect such a story."

"It’s normal for someone as stunning as Qionghua Grand Venerable to have suitors."

The crowd murmured, reflecting on the past. Without Ye Liuyun’s visualization of Venerable Hengyuan, this story might have been lost to history.

The phantom of Venerable Hengyuan extended his hand, touching the Ningxiang Jade. The flower, previously just a bud, blossomed with seven green petals, releasing a rich fragrance that filled the air.

Two beams of white light flashed, landing in Ye Liuyun’s hands.

At that moment, Jin Jiao turned to the Qionghua Palace Lord. "Palace Lord, if you can’t awaken Qionghua Grand Venerable, why not consider our North Sea Dragon Clan’s proposal? Marry me, and we can use our Dragon Clan’s God Summoning Seal. It might just awaken Qionghua Grand Venerable!"

"This matter is not up for discussion!" The Qionghua Palace Lord’s expression turned even grimmer. She knew exactly what the Dragon Clan wanted. While the God Summoning Seal could indeed awaken Qionghua Grand Venerable, it would awaken the spirit of a dragon, not her master. The Dragon Clan’s Grand Venerable had been slain by the Third Miss of the Phoenix Clan long ago. Without a Grand Venerable of their own, the Dragon Clan sought to use Qionghua Grand Venerable’s body as a vessel for their own.

Jin Jiao remained unperturbed. "The North is far from peaceful. Without a Grand Venerable to guard the North Sea Divine Eye, three allied Grand Venerable-level evil gods could break the Divine Eye’s defenses. The Water Tribe under the North Sea Divine Eye needs a Grand Venerable."

The Qionghua Palace Lord did not respond, though she knew he was right. Jin Jiao’s words were true, but she could never allow her master’s body to be taken over by an old dragon.

Their confrontation ended there, but Jin Jiao seemed to sense something and turned his gaze to Qi Qi, then to Qi Yuan.

The other six dragons also eyed Qi Qi with hostility.

Ye Liuyun noticed this and became concerned, sending a message to Qi Yuan. "Brother Qi, let’s not get involved with them. If something happens, we should leave immediately."

Ye Liuyun was also of the dragon race but belonged to a branch at odds with the North Sea Dragon Clan, now forced to live in a secluded ancient well.

Jin Jiao’s gaze lingered on Qi Yuan, and he, along with his six true gods, approached. "You look like a person of great stature, a true phoenix among men."

Qi Yuan seemed to ignore Jin Jiao, instead turning to Zhao Zun. "What’s wrong with you?"

Zhao Zun, staring at the seven dragons, felt an overwhelming surge of battle intent. Previously, he had felt something similar with Ye Liuyun, but this time, it was far stronger, his eyes nearly glowing red.

"Master, I’m... just a bit hungry," Zhao Zun muttered, swallowing.

Jin Jiao’s expression darkened, displeased by the response. But seeing the six true gods guarding Qi Yuan, even if they were weaker, Jin Jiao decided against picking a fight just yet.

He spoke in a measured tone, "Your maidservant carries the bloodline of the Phoenix Clan. My North Sea Dragon Clan has long been at odds with the Phoenix Clan. Could you do me, Jin Jiao, a favor and hand her over? Of course, I’m not one to take advantage—I’ll let you choose three of my new concubines in return."

Jin Jiao’s offer was generous. Among the sons of deities, it was not uncommon to exchange servants and concubines, a practice that was never considered a big deal. Seeing Qi Yuan’s apparent arrogance, Jin Jiao assumed he was another spoiled second-generation god like himself.

Qi Yuan raised an eyebrow. "What makes you think you deserve any favor from me?"

Jin Jiao was momentarily stunned.

The other gods were equally shocked. Jin Jiao had already lowered himself considerably, yet Qi Yuan refused to give him any face. Could Qi Yuan really be the son of a Grand Venerable?

Jin Jiao’s expression turned cold, though he remained wary. "You refuse to give me face, but must you insult my North Sea Dragon Clan as well?"

"You’ve already offended me by suggesting a trade for my goddaughter. Why should I give you any face?" Qi Yuan retorted. "You’re not even as good as a lowly ghost flame boy, truly pathetic."

"You..." Jin Jiao seethed, not fully understanding the reference but knowing he was being insulted. He wasn’t the type to act rashly, however, so he decided to withdraw for now and investigate Qi Yuan’s identity further.

"I’ll remember this insult, Qi Yuan!" Jin Jiao spat, turning to leave.

The other gods watched with interest, some thinking Qi Yuan had overplayed his hand. After all, this was the North Sea Divine Eye, the Dragon Clan’s territory. If they decided to retaliate, even a Grand Venerable’s son might not escape unscathed.

Many thought Qi Yuan was being reckless, putting his life in the hands of the enemy's patience.

But Qi Yuan suddenly called out to Jin Jiao. "You think you can just leave after offending me? You’re treating me like a joke, aren’t you?"

In reality, Qi Yuan didn’t care for caution in such situations. In a game, he would simply clear the board. Why should he hold back now?

"You seven little minnows can go, but leave your divine energy behind," Qi Yuan demanded, his tone full of menace.

The crowd was stunned. How could Qi Yuan dare to provoke Jin Jiao further? This was madness!

The strength of Jin Jiao’s group far exceeded that of Qi Yuan’s six true gods. Qi Yuan’s protectors were strong but clearly all early-stage true gods, without many god apertures opened.

"How dare you!" Jin Jiao roared, fury blazing in his eyes.

"Because I’m perfectly equipped to deal with you," Qi Yuan replied, a grin spreading across his face.