I Can Fix My Talent in Hundred Lives-Chapter 343 - 277: Returning Home
At Peng Demon Cliff, by the stone table in the courtyard, two figures sat facing each other.
The woman on the left wore a peacock blue dress with intricate peacock feather patterns embroidered on the hem. A jade hairpin adorned her hair, and her face was cold yet graceful, with a hint of warmth in her brow. She was none other than Chen Sheng’s mother, the Peacock Emperor.
The man on the right was dressed in a golden Peng Robe, with a tall and robust stature and a resolute face. A faint golden glow surrounded him; he was Chen Sheng’s father, the Peng Demon Emperor.
Both of them held tea cups and occasionally glanced toward the path at the edge of the cliff, clearly waiting for something.
"By the time calculation, Huan’Er should also be arriving."
The Peacock Emperor gently blew on the tea in her cup, her tone carrying a hint of anticipation:
"Since he went to Yin Yang Grotto Heaven to train in seclusion, the times we’ve met as mother and son can be counted on one hand."
The Peng Demon Emperor put down his tea cup, a trace of gratification flashing in his eyes:
"The child has grown up and has his own path to follow. Being valued by his grandfather and entrusted with Yin Yang Grotto Heaven is his opportunity."
However, his gaze also unconsciously drifted to the end of the path, evidently longing for his son’s return too.
At that moment, a golden stream of light flew from the distant sky, landing in the courtyard like a meteor.
As the light dispersed, Chen Sheng appeared, dressed in a golden robe.
"Father, Mother."
Chen Sheng quickly walked forward, cupping his hands in respect to his parents.
The Peacock Emperor suddenly stood up, quickly walking to Chen Sheng’s side and taking his hand, her eyes filled with joy:
"My son has grown taller and stronger! His cultivation has surpassed even mine."
She could clearly feel the immense mana within her son, far exceeding her own, her eyes nearly overflowing with pride and relief.
"Mother has also worked hard over these years, with considerable advances in cultivation."
At this moment, the mana fluctuations surrounding the Peacock Emperor had also reached the peak of Nascent Soul Early-stage. As long as she gained enough Void comprehension, she could break through.
This speed was not fast but normal. The bloodline physique and lifespan of the Demon Race mostly exceeded that of Human Race cultivators. Correspondingly, the cultivation progress of the Demon Race tended to be much slower.
If Chen Sheng did not have the "Swallowing Heaven and Earth" innate Divine Technique, even without the bottleneck of Void Power, it would take him a thousand years to regain his previous life’s realm.
The Peng Demon Emperor also walked forward, his body emanating the aura of Mid-stage Nascent Soul, clearly having perceived the changes in the void and successfully breaking through years ago.
He patted Chen Sheng on the shoulder, the strength steady yet with warmth:
"Good boy! I heard from the Peng Shan Elders that you have already grasped the Void Domain. At this rate, it won’t be long before you ascend to become a Great Demon Emperor, becoming the youngest Great Demon Emperor in the entire Demon Court!"
Speaking of this, the Peng Demon Emperor’s tone was full of pride.
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Before long, the family of three sat around the stone table. The Peacock Emperor personally poured a cup of tea for Chen Sheng and brought out several exquisite spirit fruits. 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎
There was the "Fire Spirit Fruit," with red flesh, and the "Water Cloud Fruit," shimmering with a faint blue light, both excellent for nourishing the Divine Soul.
The Peng Demon Emperor smiled: "Try it. These are grown by your mother herself. Over the years, she’s almost become a Spirit Plant Grandmaster."
Upon hearing this, Chen Sheng felt warmth in his heart and quickly picked up a Fire Spirit Fruit. As the sweet flesh entered his mouth, it transformed into a warm stream flowing into his body, nourishing his weary Divine Soul.
While eating the spirit fruit, he chatted with his parents about his daily cultivation practices in Yin Yang Grotto Heaven, the conversation full of warmth.
After about a half-hour, Chen Sheng put down the spirit fruit in his hand, his expression slightly serious, finally bringing up the important matter of this visit:
"Father, Mother, besides visiting you this time, there’s another matter I wish to discuss with you. Recently, Great Grandfather mentioned selecting an Imperial Consort for me. This matter involves the family and the race, and I need Mother’s help."
Upon hearing this, the Peacock Emperor’s eyes lit up initially but soon furrowed, a tinge of hesitation on her face as she put down her tea cup:
"Choosing an Imperial Consort is a good thing, but... Huan’Er, your situation is special."
She looked at Chen Sheng, her tone carrying a hint of concern:
"Your Half-Saint bloodline made you Peak of Tier Three at birth. In just twenty years of cultivation, you’ve become a Tier Four Demon Emperor. Now, at less than two hundred years old, becoming a Great Demon Emperor is almost within reach."
"With such talent, it’s difficult to find a suitable Dao Partner within the entire Great Wilderness Demon Court. Those Female Demon Emperors—just the first digits of their ages exceed yours. In terms of bloodline and potential, none can compare."
Upon hearing his wife’s concern, the Peng Demon Emperor suddenly laughed heartily, his laughter robust, causing the phoenix tree leaves in the courtyard to tremble slightly:
"You think too much! By your logic, Great Grandfather would have been a loner, and we wouldn’t exist!"
He looked at Chen Sheng, eyes considering:
"My son’s bloodline is extraordinary, so it’s naturally harder to produce heirs. In my opinion, it’s better to marry several Imperial Consorts—ideally under a hundred years old. Their cultivation needn’t be too high; Tier Three will do."
"What’s important are pure bloodlines and upright character. It would be best if they are direct descendants from major Demon Court families, ensuring strong offspring while strengthening your position in the Demon Court."
Upon hearing this, Chen Sheng nodded lightly and took out a Jade Scroll from his Storage Ring, handing it to his mother:
"Father’s suggestion aligns with Great Grandfather’s. Great Grandfather also said not to be confined to one Imperial Consort but consider multiple direct female descendants from major Demon Court clans for alliances."
"This Jade Scroll contains some suitable clans listed by Great Grandfather for Mother to consider."
The Peacock Emperor accepted the Jade Scroll, mana probing into it, seeing the clan names listed—Cyan Simurgh Race, Celestial Wolf Race, Peacock Race—all powerful clans with suitable female descendants.
Enlightened, her earlier hesitation dissipated, replaced by a full smile:
"I was overthinking! Huan’Er, you were raised among the Demon Race and are in charge of Yin Yang Grotto Heaven, essentially trained towards becoming a ruler of the Demon Court."
"Forming alliances with various clans, embracing all factions, is not just for producing heirs but also for consolidating power, laying a foundation for establishing a foothold in the Demon Court."
She put down the Jade Scroll, holding Chen Sheng’s hands, her voice firm:
"Leave this matter to Mother! Don’t worry, Mother is well-connected with many Female Demon Emperors in the Demon Court. In terms of intelligence, few in the Demon Court can match me."
"I will surely choose for you women with pure bloodlines, gentle character, who can help solidify your standing, and will not let you down!"
Seeing his mother’s confident demeanor, Chen Sheng chuckled:
"Then I’ll trouble Mother. With you taking care of this matter, your child can focus on cultivation and breaking through to become a Great Demon Emperor sooner."
The Peng Demon Emperor watched the mother and son, a satisfied smile on his face, raising his tea cup towards Chen Sheng:
"Good! With your mother here, this matter is assured. Now, accompany your father for a cup as we discuss your insights into Void Domain cultivation..."
Upon hearing this, Chen Sheng quickly nodded, subtly guiding his parents through their understanding of the Path of Void.
