Son-in-law Heaven Emperor Xiao Yi-Chapter 1074 - 1072: Enlightenment Stone?

"I am willing to call you the strongest!"

The Kunpeng’s hearty laughter echoed between heaven and earth, spreading across most of the North Sea.

In the endless darkness between heaven and earth.

Suddenly, a speck of crimson light appeared, like a spark of fire. Then this dot of crimson light became increasingly bright, and eventually transformed into a blazing crimson sun.

Suspended in the pitch-black void.

Within that crimson sun, a young man stood upright with a sword.

Golden light surrounded him, shimmering armor glimmered with thunder, and the crimson longsword in his hand emanated flickering brilliance.

With every step he took...

The darkness around him retreated on its own, as though avoiding the arrival of a divine messenger of light.

Darkness dispersed.

The sun and moon reappeared.

The world was restored!

The darkness that had veiled the heavens and earth vanished completely, and Xiao Yi’s figure once again appeared before everyone. His breaths came heavy, and his face was somewhat pale.

From the hand gripping the Red Sky Sword, fresh blood streamed down in rivers, only for it to evaporate completely upon touching the sword’s blade.

Xiao Yi looked expressionlessly at the Kunpeng before him, the corners of his mouth lifting slightly as he said, "Thank you, Senior, for showing mercy!"

The Kunpeng’s strike had indeed been terrifying!

But Xiao Yi could sense that it was far from the Kunpeng’s strongest attack. If it had truly unleashed its full power, Xiao Yi would undoubtedly have perished!

The Kunpeng laughed heartily and said, "Young one, there’s no need for such words. If I had to go all out against a junior like you, wouldn’t that old Nantian codger chase me across the nine heavens and ten lands in the future?"

Indeed, the Kunpeng had not used all its strength.

But what it didn’t admit was...

The strike just now had used one-tenth of its power.

That was already a terrifying amount of force.

Sufficient to severely wound a newly ascended Sacred Venerate Realm expert.

After all, during the Ancient Times, the Kunpeng had already reached the Sacred Venerate Realm within the Qingtian Realm. Even among the many Sacred Venerates, the Kunpeng ranked as one of the top figures.

"Young one, since you’ve won the wager, I naturally won’t trouble you any further."

The Kunpeng revealed a contemplative expression before continuing, "However, I still hope you can accompany me to the Beiming Palace!"

"Hmm?"

Xiao Yi froze, a trace of doubt flashing in his eyes.

Little Lin, on the other hand, exclaimed loudly, "Senior Kunpeng, you can’t go back on your word! You promised that if my boss could withstand a single move without losing, you’d let us leave!"

"A descendant of the Ancient Sky-Devouring Dragon?"

The Kunpeng cast a glance at Little Lin. It had long noticed his presence, and the realization that there was still a bloodline heir of the Ancient Sky-Devouring Dragon in this world had given it a moment’s shock.

Faced with Little Lin’s audacious display, the Kunpeng didn’t show any trace of anger. Instead, it smiled and said, "Rest assured, I wouldn’t stoop to playing tricks on you juniors. I invite you to the Beiming Palace not to detain you, but to present you with a great gift!"

"Father, are you suggesting they visit the悟道石 (Comprehension Stone)?" The young palace master blurted out in shock, as though recalling something.

"悟道石 (Comprehension Stone)?"

Little Lin froze. "What’s that?"

Xiao Yi, however, trembled from head to toe.

悟道石 (Comprehension Stone)!

Within the inheritance records of the Supreme Wind Thunder, it was written that, during the Ancient Times, apart from the Nine Longevity Beasts guarding the Longevity Cauldron, the Hall of Longevity also possessed three other treasures.

One of them was the悟道石 (Comprehension Stone)!

It was said that the悟道石 (Comprehension Stone) was the very stone upon which the founder of the Hall of Longevity had once sat and meditated while breaking through to the Great Dao.

It contained boundless and profound insights into the forces of heaven and earth.

In those Ancient Times...

Countless powerhouses from the Hall of Longevity considered it the highest honor to meditate in front of the悟道石 (Comprehension Stone).

No one could have imagined that, after the Hall of Longevity disappeared into the river of time, the悟道石 (Comprehension Stone) would fall into the Kunpeng’s possession.

Xiao Yi cupped his hands toward the Kunpeng and said, "Thank you, Senior, for this opportunity. I am willing to journey to the Beiming Palace!"

"Father, I..." The young palace master spoke up anxiously.

Little Lin immediately cut in, "Didn’t you say that as long as my boss won the wager, you’d agree to be his mount?"

"I... I..."

The young palace master looked to be on the verge of tears.

He really wanted to slap himself. Why had he run his mouth? Couldn’t he have just kept quiet and watched? Why make such a foolish bet?

With a pleading look, he turned toward the Kunpeng.

The Kunpeng rolled its eyes at him and said flatly, "A wager is a wager. You must bear the consequences. From this day forward, unless Xiao Yi no longer needs you, you will serve as his mount—obediently!"

"Father, I... I’m your son..." The young palace master stared in disbelief.

Was this really his father?

Watching his own son turn into someone else’s mount? Let them ride him?

Where was his father’s conscience?

"Kunpeng Senior, perhaps the young palace master should return to the Beiming Palace," Xiao Yi interjected.

After all, the Kunpeng was showing such favor. Xiao Yi didn’t want to push things too far.

But the Kunpeng simply waved its hand dismissively. "He made the wager himself, so you can take him along without worry. Besides, aren’t you heading to Baiyu soon? Having this kid with you will save you a lot of trouble!"

"Er..."

Xiao Yi hesitated but, seeing the Kunpeng’s insistence, he refrained from arguing further to avoid offending his benefactor. Looking at the young palace master, he said, "Since the Kunpeng Senior has decreed it, we’ll follow his wishes. However, you won’t be a mount going forward. You’ll travel alongside us as a companion. Should you wish to leave, just inform me, and I won’t stop you."

"Aren’t you going to thank Xiao Yi?" the Kunpeng exclaimed.

"..."

Wearing a gloomy expression, the young palace master unwillingly bowed to Xiao Yi and muttered, "Thank you..."

Smack!

The Kunpeng immediately slapped him into the sea.

A moment later...

Looking utterly bewildered, the soaked young palace master reappeared before the group, dripping wet.

The Kunpeng glared at him and scolded, "What kind of attitude is that? From now on, you’ll address him as Lord Xiao, and Little Lin will be your second brother. Do you understand?"

"I... I..."

The young palace master opened his mouth but, seeing the Kunpeng’s raised, massive hand, he immediately caved. "Big Brother Xiao, Second Brother, please take care of your little brother in the future!"

"Er..."

Xiao Yi blinked, both amused and exasperated.

He still felt puzzled as to why the Kunpeng’s attitude toward him seemed so favorable.

Little Lin, utterly unbothered, patted the young palace master on the shoulder and laughed heartily, "Don’t worry, Third Brother. If anything happens, Second Brother’s got your back!"

"..."

The young palace master rolled his eyes, his head drooping low like a wilting eggplant.

"Let’s go. I’ll take you to the Beiming Palace!"

The Kunpeng said with a grin.

With a wave of its hand, it tore open the void, leading the group into the void rift...

...

Beiming Palace.

A massive palace floated above the Azure Sea.

The Kunpeng led the trio deep into the Beiming Palace without alerting anyone. Pointing to a tall tower ahead, it said, "The悟道石 (Comprehension Stone) is inside. Xiao Yi, enter now!"

"Thank you, Senior!"

Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yi stepped into the tower.

However...

When he saw the悟道石 (Comprehension Stone) inside, he froze as though struck by lightning, his face filled with disbelief. "How could this thing possibly be the悟道石 (Comprehension Stone)?"