Celestial Refining Divine Scripture-Chapter 120 - 118: Returning to the Northern Territory in Less Than One Year
"Go? Of course we’ll go! But not according to their wishes!"
Tuoba Hongyu’s eyes grew cold; she said indifferently, "The meeting place will be in the Northern Territory—whatever scheme they’re playing, let them come or not!"
Northern Territory?
Xu Yang’s expression flickered.
Almost a year since arriving in the Barbarian Race!
When he left, he did so as the humiliation of Beixuan King’s household, of the Daqian people, married into the Barbarian Race as a disgrace.
And now he’s going back?
It felt much too fast for Xu Yang, so fast he hadn’t had any time to prepare.
Middle Stage of Yin Realm, his strength might rival Yang Realm, but in the whole land, he was still far too weak!
What can I do when I go back?
And what do they want?
Xu Yang didn’t know, but one thing was certain: they’re up to no good!
"Scared?"
Seeing Xu Yang’s odd look, Tuoba Hongyu’s heart stirred; she smirked playfully.
"Scared?"
Xu Yang snapped back and chuckled self-mockingly: "I’m only afraid I’ll go on a killing spree!"
What is there to fear?
Even if the world laughs at me, so what?
Once I’m strong, once I overturn the Prince’s household and seize my fate with my fists, those bastards will regret it all!
"By the way, King Beixuan isn’t in the Northern Territory—he left for Daqian’s capital not long after you left, and he hasn’t returned!"
"And why the hell should I care?"
Xu Yang sneered.
He wanted revenge now more than anything, but was still painfully clear-headed.
He didn’t have that kind of strength yet!
"Did you manage to gather the spirit elixirs I asked for?" Xu Yang composed himself, locking his gaze on Tuoba Hongyu.
Ingredients for Breaking Forbidden Elixir!
Breaking Forbidden Elixir, a seventh-tier Spirit Pill, nearly the very top across all Daqian!
With his current advantages, he’d need to reach the Myriad Phenomena Realm just to try refining it!
But if the ingredients are ready ahead of time, maybe by some chance, there’d be other opportunities.
Rescuing the Pill Emperor would help him immeasurably!
The experience and knowledge alone were enough to outstrip countless top experts!
"Already gathered."
Tuoba Hongyu handed him a storage ring, her voice low: "I spent a hell of a lot of effort collecting these spirit elixirs!"
Some of them were even found in the Barbarian Race’s treasure vault.
"And you’re just giving them to me?"
Xu Yang raised an eyebrow slightly.
Tuoba Hongyu said coolly, "These spirit elixirs are all high grade—even in Yang Realm, people wouldn’t dare absorb or refine them. I don’t know what you need them for, but given your current abilities, you’ll just have to carry them around!"
"I promised you, I won’t go back on my word. I hope you’ll treat the Barbarian Race with more sincerity too!"
She wasn’t worried at all about Xu Yang trying to escape!
"Sincerity?"
Xu Yang sneered: "Sincerity means Barbarian ’geniuses’ keep trying to kill me again and again?"
Tuoba Hongyu was immediately at a loss for words.
Her heart filled with irritation.
What could I do?
Not my fault you’re Daqian!
"We leave in seven days. Get ready!"
Suppressing her annoyance, Tuoba Hongyu turned and left.
Xu Yang looked down at the invitation in his hand, then crushed it—True Essence like a blade, shredding it to pieces.
"My home in Daqian is already gone."
"Honestly, the only person in the Northern Territory I’d call an acquaintance is Su Yun."
Even though Su Yun helped him for their own benefit,
at least they were on his side!
He had no idea if he’d get to see Su Yun again after returning this time.
...
Seven days passed in a flash.
No one was alerted.
Even Xu Yang was surprised by Tuoba Hongyu’s arrangements.
The party was just him, Tuoba Hongyu, and two guards.
One was an old man at the Myriad Phenomena Realm—Tuoba Zhan!
The other, a Myriad Phenomena Realm Blood Marquis Puppet!
But with Daqian and the Barbarian Race at peace now, two Myriad Phenomena powerhouses were plenty.
Short of Daqian launching another war!
Still, Xu Yang thought that unlikely.
"Where are we setting out from?"
"Barbaric Mountain Range!"
Xu Yang understood—this way, they could leave quietly without attracting attention!
The Barbaric Mountain Range was dangerous, but with two Myriad Phenomena Realm bodyguards, it was as safe as walking on flat land!
"Hop on."
Inside the carriage, Tuoba Hongyu beckoned.
There was only one carriage—Xu Yang hesitated, then climbed in with Dogzi in tow.
Sitting cross-legged on one side, Dogzi stared eagerly at Tuoba Hongyu.
After all, Tuoba Hongyu was much prettier than Wuo Ling!
Seeing this, Xu Yang’s mouth twitched—he flicked Dogzi on the head!
"Behave yourself!"
Dogzi glared at Xu Yang, grumbling as it lay down reluctantly by his side.
The scene caught Tuoba Hongyu’s attention; she glanced at Dogzi suspiciously, curiosity in her voice: "What kind of spirit beast is this dog anyway?"
It’s cultivation had already reached the Yang Realm!
Definitely not ordinary!
And the fact that Xu Yang treated it like this made anyone’s mind wander!
Xu Yang said blandly, "Just an ordinary, greed-ridden, lustful dog."
"Ordinary? Greed-ridden and lustful?"
Tuoba Hongyu’s beautiful eyes widened, her expression one of shock.
"Come here." She suddenly held out her arms to Dogzi.
Wow!
Dogzi instantly perked up, ready to leap over, but still looked to Xu Yang for permission.
This is on you... Xu Yang smirked and nodded slightly. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞
Whoosh!
Dogzi dove straight under Tuoba Hongyu’s chest, lifting its snout to nuzzle in bliss.
Tuoba Hongyu’s pretty face flushed red; biting her lip, she glanced at Xu Yang and saw he’d closed his eyes to cultivate, not paying her the slightest attention. Relieved, she was also peeved!
Hmph!
"Greed-ridden and lustful, huh?"
Tuoba Hongyu glanced down—just a dog, nothing to worry about really.
A little smile, she stroked Dogzi’s head affectionately; Dogzi nearly moaned with pleasure.
"Watch me steal your dog away!"
Seeing Dogzi’s reaction made Tuoba Hongyu quietly proud.
Xu Yang couldn’t care less about any of it!
No matter how obsessed Dogzi got, it would always go back to his arms.
No one could steal it!
The carriage rolled gently on, unmarked and nondescript, leaving the royal court without catching anyone’s attention.
Ten days later.
Several figures stepped onto the lands of the Northern Daqian Territory.
The wilds stretched on; distant peaks faded into the background.
Xu Yang took a deep breath of Daqian air, looked over familiar earth—his nostalgia quickly hidden, replaced by endless coldness.
"Your Highness, someone awaits ahead!"
Tuoba Zhan suddenly spoke up.
"Someone? Could they be from King Beixuan’s household?" Tuoba Hongyu was startled, then glanced thoughtfully at Xu Yang.
Xu Yang’s face was a mask, as if King Beixuan’s household was nothing to him!
"I’ll follow your orders, Your Highness."
"Let’s go have a look."
Tuoba Hongyu withdrew her gaze, speaking calmly.
The group hurried forward.
Soon, they saw a wide beast-drawn carriage, and outside it stood a middle-aged man.
The man greeted them quickly and respectfully: "Wu Yue from the Wu Family of Linye City, greetings to Mr. Tuoba and Mr. Xu!"
"Linye City?"
"Wu Family?"
Both Xu Yang and Tuoba Hongyu were stunned, full of questions.
Xu Yang knew Linye City—it’s a small town on the edge of the Northern Territory!
The strongest person there would be in the Yang Realm, at best!
But as for this Wu Family—he’d never heard of them!
If it was just a family in Linye City, they must be a minor clan!
How did they know their whereabouts and intentions?
