Chapter 405: The Treant of Much Drivel

Chapter 405: The Treant of Much Drivel

At the peak, everyones jaws hit the floor after listening to the Treant of Much Drivels boasting. It would not be an exaggeration to say that they had never heard such a boast in their lives!

The Treant of Much Drivel was an incredibly unusual Stranger. Nicknamed the Boastful Treant, it was a humanoid-shaped tree that was insanely powerful. It was said that even the weakest Treant of Much Drivel was at least a Phenomenon-class Stranger.

Despite its tremendous strength, the Treant of Much Drivel actually loathed hurting humans. In that sense, it was practically harmless. What it did enjoy was spouting nonsense and bragging like its life depended on it. That was why it was nicknamed the Boastful Treant. If it encountered a human, it would brag about something and expect the human to outbrag it. If the human failed, then it would detain them and spout even more drivel out of its wooden mouth. The human wouldnt be able to leave until they had outbragged the Treant of Much Drivel.

Once upon a time, a poor guy was caught by the Treant of Much Drivel and went insane because of it.

The problem was that the Treant of Much Drivel was extremely good at spouting nonsense and boasting. No one knew where it learned its techniques, only that few people ever managed to outtalk the Treant of Much Drivel.

In short, it was a major pain in the ass for anyone who had the misfortune of running into it.This chapter is updated by nov(e)(l)biin.com

Hahaha! I wonder what his answer would be? The Harmony King laughed. Personally, I wouldnt know how to get through this! Nephew Fang, if you are Ye Qing, how would you answer the Treant of Much Drivel?

Fang Muyun replied in a gentle voice, Im a scholar. I never lie.

The Harmony King fell silent for a brief moment. That sounds like a lie though? [1]

What about you, Mister Nine? The Harmony King asked Chu Wangsun next.

The scholar answered without looking up from his book, I would say, Youre actually penniless.

The Harmony King: ...

Fang Muyun: ...

Lei Xiaodan: ...

The homework is to make a boast, and your answer is truth and dare? Seriously?

Well, what about you, Jianglong? The Harmony King looked at Hong Jianglong next.

Hong Jianglong coughed. Ahem, Im sorry, Your Highness, but I cant answer that question. Ive never been rich, so I dont even know how it feels like to be rich.

When Lei Xiaodan sensed the Harmony Kings gaze, he hurriedly added, I cant answer that question either, Your Highness. I too am a pauper.

Boring! The Harmony King complained before directing his attention back to Ye Qing.

On the screen, Ye Qing was bowing his head and looking thoughtful. Then, he said slowly, Im not very rich myself, but when are you paying me back the money you owe?

The Treant of Much Drivel fell silent.

The Harmony King fell silent.

Everyone on the mountain fell silent.

The answer was perfect. No matter how wealthy you are, how could you possibly be wealthier than your creditor?

Sensing its brethrens defeat, the second Treant of Much Drivel stepped up and started, Im very powerful. When I yawn, clear qi rises to the sky, murky qi sink to the earth, and Original Chaos is created. When I open my eyes, the sun rises, the moon falls, and the world is filled with light. When I make a small turn, the earth rips asunder, and the heavens weep in sorrow. When I lose a few strands of hair, plants flourish, and mountains undulate. When I take a piss, it becomes a raging sea that threatens to flood the world. When I sigh, the wind howls, and nowhere is safe from my breath. When I fall asleep, the moon rises, the sun falls, and the world sinks into darkness.

Are you more powerful than me?

Heavens above! It might as well call itself the great Pangu! The Harmony King shook his head in disbelief and tried to come up with an answer. Just a few seconds later, he shook his head again and gave up.

However, he quickly perked up when he recalled that he wanted Ye Qing to lose. Theres no way he can solve this, can he?!

The rest of the spectators were watching Ye Qing curiously as well.

The river was only three meters wide. Even an ordinary person can easily jump such a distance. But no matter how hard Qi Xuanyun jumped, he always landed right at the center of the river.

Not only that, he started sinking as soon as he fell into the river. It had nothing to do with his ability to swim. Any action he took that wasnt swimming back to the shore would only cause him to sink faster.

Ordinary vessels and Strange Artifacts didnt work either. They sank as soon as they made contact with the water. It was pretty similar to the Weak Water[2].

After a number of futile attempts, Qi Xuanyun decided to walk around the river since he couldnt cross it. But again, he couldnt find the source even though the river didnt look very big at all. His cute face scrunched up like he might break into tears, the poor Taoist was currently sitting by the riverside and racking his brain for an idea.

As for Ye Qing, he ran into a singing woman. She was gorgeous like she was the embodiment of all that was perfect in the world, and her singing was so melodious one could drown in it.

Ye Qing blanched when he saw her, however. His face had never looked this ugly since he began climbing the mountain.

At the peak, Hong Jianglong and Lei Xiaodan blanched as well. They hurriedly blocked out the womans phantasmal voice.

What are you doing, Jianglong? This is the first time I heard such a beautiful voice! I wanted to listen to her song until the end! The Harmony King raged.

The others also echoed in agreement. Yeah. It almost feels like it doesnt belong in this world.

Its the kind of singing that will soothe the ears for at least three days straight.

Dont be a spoilsport, Jianglong.

In response, Hong Jianglong sneered. You certainly wont remain in this world for much longer if we hadnt blocked out her voice.

Er What do you mean? Someone asked when they realized that Hong Jianglong wasnt playing around.

Thats the Age Songstress, isnt she? Fang Muyun spoke up suddenly.

Hong Jianglong shot him a surprised look. A good answer, Mister Farseeing. That is the Age Songstress.

Age Songstress? The Harmony King asked.

Thats right. That womans an Age Songstress, Fang Muyun answered. However, Ive only read it in a book before. Do correct me if I make a mistake, Lord Hong.

You are too humble, Mister Farseeing. Please, speak away, Hong Jianglong replied.

Fang Muyun began his explanation, The Age Songstress is a powerful Stranger who possesses an inhumanly beautiful appearance and a voice to die for, literally. She can usually be found singing at the peak of a mountain. Those who heard her singing would be hypnotized by it, and they would gradually grow old until they die.

In the book, there is a quote that went something like this: A song rides the wind, jubilant and free. But listen not to this song, for each verse brings you one step closer to death.

Thats why Lord Hong blocked out the sound. Its to save everyones lives.

The Harmony King gasped audibly, Is Is Nephew Fang telling the truth?

It is exactly as Mister Farseeing says, Hong Jianglong confirmed. In fact, the Age Songstress singing is a powerful curse. Those who heard her singing would continuously lose their life force and lifespan until they die.

Heavens above! The Harmony King exclaimed in horror before touching his face and worrying that he might have grown some wrinkles.

Although the Harmony King was almost fifty[3], his skin was as smooth as a babe. It was because he took great care of his skin, and as a member of the royal family had access to all kinds of life-extending treasures. He let out a sigh of relief only when he found none.

Dont worry, Your Highness. We heard the singing through an array, so its already weaker than normal. And since Brother Hong blocked it out at first notice, the most you should feel is a bit of fatigue, Lei Xiaodan consoled.

I see! No wonder Im suddenly aching all over, the Harmony King exclaimed in realization.

1. For those who might not get the nuances, its also a viable answer because it is pure-fucking-bullshit.

2. Refer to Chapter 281.

3. Huh. I thought he was older because the author kept describing him as old, but hes not even fifty? Well, well see if I have to correct this to sixty or something.