Fate-Defying Demon Emperor-Chapter 78: Ning Feifan
In the deep mountains and dense forests of Ning Country, a sudden burst of golden light startled the wild beasts and birds, sending them fleeing in a frenzy. Within the golden light, the faint silhouette of a person could be discerned.
He had hair as black as ink and his long robes fluttered in the wind, his distinct black-and-white pupils seeming to reflect the heavens and earth. His entire body was incandescent, emitting a golden radiance as if it were cast from gold. He was filled with a divine aura, but beneath this divinity lurked an eerie Demonic Nature—a perfect union of the sacred and the profane.
This person was none other than Su Han!
"My injuries have finally, fully recovered." Basking in the brilliant sunlight and feeling the vigorous life force between heaven and earth, Su Han couldn’t help but sigh in contentment.
He had secluded himself for eleven days, exhausting all his Elixirs and Spiritual Medicine. That, coupled with the extraordinary nature of his Sacred Body, was how he had completely recovered from his severe injuries.
At this moment, golden Qi-Blood surged through his body, causing him to radiate a dazzling Golden Glow. His meridians and Dantian were filled with abundant Demonic Qi, while the four pieces of Great Luo Golden Bone in his left hand swirled with a divine charm. He looked like a youthful deity or a young Great Emperor, his presence extraordinary.
BOOM!
A formidable Aura burst forth from within him, transforming into a gale that howled in all directions and causing the entire dense forest to rustle violently.
"I’ve reached the Third Layer of the Heavenly Human Realm!"
This healing session not only allowed his injuries to recover but, by leveraging the momentum of breaking and rebuilding, had also allowed him to advance another minor realm.
At the Third Layer of the Heavenly Human Realm, his Demonic Qi was denser, and the range within which he could command the Spiritual Energy of heaven and earth had increased to six hundred meters. This was equivalent to the power of a typical Martial Artist at the Sixth Layer of the Heavenly Human Realm. If he also employed his Black Blade, Sacred Body, Great Luo Golden Bone, and other techniques, even an expert at the Ninth Layer of the Heavenly Human Realm would not necessarily be his match.
Of course, Su Han was neither arrogant nor complacent about this minor achievement.
The world is never short of geniuses. The Tianqing Dynasty is tucked away in a corner of the world, with only a limited number of Martial Artists and prodigies. My dominance here is like being the king of an anthill. The outside world is far broader, filled with more numerous and mightier talents. That vast stage is what I will have to face next. And then there’s the Qingyun Ranking. I may have made it onto the ranking, but only at eighty-first place. That means there are eighty prodigies stronger than me. The Qingyun Ranking isn’t set in stone. If my cultivation slows, I’ll be overtaken by others and might even fall off the list entirely. Besides, the Qingyun Ranking only covers Qingzhou. The Eastern Region has five hundred major states and countless sacred lands and Divine Dynasties, all of which foster even more powerful geniuses. Right now, my innate talent and strength have earned me some renown in Qingzhou, but in the context of the entire Eastern Region, they’re nothing special. And in the vast Desolate Heavenly Ancient Realm, I’m just a drop in the ocean, as insignificant as a speck of dust.
Su Han was not one to aim too high, nor was arrogance in his nature. He knew that only by taking one firm step at a time could he walk the path to the heavens.
I cannot confront King Tianqing now, but I will return to the Tianqing Dynasty one day. This debt of hatred must be repaid! Next, I must go to Qian Yuan City to find Fairy Sister Yun Xian, then participate in the Seven Stars Sect’s entry assessment. I will join the sect and kill Su Tian with my own hands! Although this decision will bring great danger, what is the point of living if you can’t repay kindness and avenge wrongs as you see fit? How is that any different from being an ant?
Su Han lifted his head and looked north. There lay Qian Yuan City, the Seven Stars Sect, his beloved Fairy Sister Yun Xian, and the Great Crown Prince Su Tian—a man he was determined to kill.
Although the Qin Family was destroyed and the Empress was dead, Qin Wushuang was still alive. Moreover, he was one of the ten Great Elders of the Seven Stars Sect. The journey to the Seven Stars Sect would surely be fraught with difficulties and dangers, but Su Han felt not a trace of fear.
My fate is my own to control, not heaven’s. If the heavens wish to destroy me, then I shall destroy the heavens!
WHOOSH!
His figure flashed, turning into a streak of golden light as he shot north.
This time, however, Su Han didn’t fly on his own power. Qingzhou was simply too vast, and he had only just mastered flight, so his speed was limited. Even using the Character Technique of Motion would be a significant drain on his Demonic Qi. Instead, he spent a few Spirit Stones to travel on a cloud boat from the Myriad Treasures Pavilion.
A cloud boat was a type of flying vessel that shuttled through the clouds. They were not only fast but also exceptionally stable, making them the best choice for long-distance travel. Even the lowest-grade cloud boat was a Low Grade Dao Artifact. The regular maintenance and upkeep were also significant expenses, so only the most powerful factions could afford to own them. The Myriad Treasures Pavilion’s cloud boats were used specifically for commerce. For a few Spirit Stones, anyone could book passage to their desired destination.
Su Han had a good impression of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, mainly due to his encounters with Tongyan and Elder Kui. He wondered where they were now.
The cloud boat was inscribed with over a dozen interlinked Great Formations, which not only made it incredibly fast but also ensured a stable and comfortable journey for its passengers. While on board, Su Han observed the interlinked Great Formations and found them fairly straightforward. He didn’t meddle with them, of course. Instead, he simply memorized the designs. Maybe I can try crafting my own flying Magic Artifact next time, he thought.
Just as Su Han was standing on deck enjoying the scenery, a voice suddenly rang out from his side.
"Hey, buddy. I’ve been watching you for a few days. You’re headed to the Seven Stars Sect entry assessment too, right?"
The speaker was a chubby youth, plump but with skin as white and smooth as jade—like a peeled egg. He wore a purple brocade robe, and his adornments marked him as a person of wealth and status. Clearly, he was no ordinary person.
The chubby youth wasn’t very old, perhaps fifteen or sixteen—around Su Han’s age—but his strength was considerable. He was actually at the First Layer of the Heavenly Human Realm. Although his realm seemed a bit unstable, as if he had broken through with the help of external forces, reaching the Heavenly Human Realm at such a young age was still exceptional. This chubby youth could truly be called a genius.
Su Han was puzzled, however, wondering why this youth had taken the initiative to approach him.
"Buddy, my name is Ning Feifan, from Ning Country. What about you?" the youth asked.
The chubby youth was rather forward, but what surprised Su Han slightly was that he was also from Ning Country. It seemed they shared a small connection of fate.
"Lu Han." Su Han didn’t give his real name, instead using his mother’s surname, Lu. He already knew his name had become famous throughout Qingzhou for appearing on the Qingyun Ranking. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎
"So it’s Brother Lu! A pleasure to meet you!" Ning Feifan said with a grin, clasping his hands in a polite gesture.
Ning Feifan always had a smile on his face, and when he grinned, two small dimples appeared, making him rather likable.
"Brother Lu, you’re an exceptional talent to have reached the Heavenly Human Realm at such a young age! I’m sure we brothers will both get into the Seven Stars Sect this time. Then we’ll be fellow disciples!" Ning Feifan chattered on cheerfully, rapidly closing the distance between them. Anyone who didn’t know better would have assumed they were old friends.
Su Han was a little speechless at this, but he didn’t refuse him. He was heading into unfamiliar territory at the Seven Stars Sect, so having a guide would be a good thing. It was just that Ning Feifan was incredibly thick-skinned, already calling him ’brother’ after exchanging just a few words.
In the end, Su Han could only pinch his nose and accept this new "little brother."
