Alchemy Emperor of the Divine Dao

Chapter 4344  Nine Star Saint Bird

With her fleeing, the others naturally could no longer hold themselves back. They all followed, and rushed into the palace.

”Humph!” Yi Xiangyang swept a cold glance at Ling Han before turning around to leave. He dashed into the palace.

He was an elite among those who had entered into the lair of the True Phoenix this time, and his abilities could be ranked in the top ten. Thus, he had a very high chance of obtaining the inheritance of the True Phoenix. In comparison, this was naturally more important. As for killing Ling Han, that could be left for later.

Most importantly, his major tier in cultivation level was the same as Ling Hanʼs. If Ling Han was determined to run, it would be very difficult for him to catch up to him.

The empress and the others all walked over. Ding Shu asked, ”Shall we go in and play as well?”

Ling Han smiled, ”Since weʼre already here, we naturally have to go in.”

”That damn bird can actually open the palace?” the little azure dragon asked curiously. ”Perhaps she lied? In fact, sheʼs not Vermillion Birdʼs descendant, but the daughter of the True Phoenix?”

It was possible.

Firstly, no one had seen her original form. Secondly, she could obviously travel freely in this place, and the Regulations of Flames could not harm her. Perhaps, it was precisely because of her True Phoenix bloodline. Thirdly, the swarm of bees previously had been targeting her, probably wanting to devour her bloodline.

Fourthly, this was even more obvious. She had opened the doors to the palace that even the Imperial Sons could not open.

”After we capture her, we have to interrogate her properly,” Ling Han said with a nod.

They walked forwards, and soon arrived at the entrance of the palace.

After hesitating for a moment, Ling Han stepped forward and entered the palace.

From the outside, it was pitch-black inside, but after entering, he discovered that this place was completely bright.

This palace was very empty, and only thick pillars could be seen. It was unknown what stone they were made of, but they were exuding a faint red light. Furthermore, all kinds of patterns were engraved on these stone pillars.

Though the images were different, they had one thing in common. In every image, there was a giant purple eagle. It was either battling in the skies, descending into the Nine Seas to catch giant turtles, or being worshipped by thousands of birds.

”This shouldnʼt be the Palace of the True Phoenix,” Ling Han said.

”En.” Everyone nodded.

If it was the Palace of the True Phoenix, then the main character in the stone carvings should be the True Phoenix, and not this giant purple eagle.

”Perhaps this is a subordinate of the True Phoenix,” the large black dog guessed.

This made a lot of sense. The True Phoenix was a Divine Beast, and it was an outstanding talent at that, being able to stand side by side with the True Dragon. Thus, it was very normal for it to take in a few powerful lackeys.

”Then it should be Saint-level.” Everyone deduced.

Another Divine Beast?

Impossible!

Though there were definitely differences in strength among Ancestral Kings, which one of those that could advance into this level was not proud and arrogant? Even in the ancient times, when the Divine Beasts coexisted, it was impossible that any Divine Beast would be willing to submit to another.

”Who knows what good stuff there would be.” The little azure dragon rubbed its hands together, its thieving eyes shining.

”Letʼs look around.”

This palace was very big. When a few dozen people entered, it was like a few drops of water had been dripped into a lake, and they had instantly disappeared without a trace.

Ling Han and the others didnʼt split up. There were many Spiritual Transformation Tier elites here, and there were even Silver Generation elites like Yi Xiangyang. If they faced them alone, the space here would be limited, and it would be difficult for them to escape. It was very likely that they would be killed.

They were very careful. After all, there were enemies everywhere.

Xiu, a red shadow flashed, as if a fiery flame was flying towards them.

Ling Han didnʼt dodge. Instead, he reached over to grab it.

A small red bird was instantly caught by him. It could only flap its wings in vain, unable to struggle free at all.

Wasnʼt this Zhu Hongyi?

”Hehehe!”

”Heng, heng, heng!”

Everyone rubbed their fists together. This little red bird was really too unfriendly. It had secretly gone to open the palace doors, and actually did not even inform them.

The little red bird knew that it was in the wrong, and said shamelessly with a smile, ”Everyone, donʼt be too excited. We can talk things out.”

”Weʼll beat you up first,” the large black dog jeered.

”I surrender, I surrender!” The little red bird took out a key, ”I just have to hand over what I have obtained, all right?”

Ling Han took the key and examined it carefully. He shook his head. There was nothing special about the key itself, so it seemed that only the corresponding door could possibly contain something valuable.

”Letʼs go. Thereʼs nothing left here,” the little red bird said.

”How do you know?” the large black dog asked.

”I obtained the formation hub of this palace, so I naturally know,” the little red bird said proudly.

So that was how it was.

A thought flashed in Ling Hanʼs head, ”Are there any mechanisms or restrictions here?”

”Of course.” The little red bird nodded.

”Little Han!” The large black dogʼs eyes lit up.

Ling Han snickered, ”Letʼs go and trick those people!”

If they wanted to control the formations in the palace, they would definitely have to control the hub. Led by the little red bird, they headed to the second floor of the palace.

On the way, the little red bird also talked about the origins of this palace.

The giant purple eagle was a great general subordinate to the True Phoenix in the past. It was a Nine Star Divine BIrd, and its battle prowess was terrifyingly strong. It was only a sliver away from the level of Pseudo-Emperor.

It was a shame that there hadnʼt been any cultivation techniques in that era. Thus, the Purple Eagle had only managed to advance from the level of One Star Divine Bird to the level of Nine Stars in the end. It hadnʼt reached the level of Emperor Tier.

”This is also an awesome existence,” the little azure dragon said. ”Thereʼs also a mountain of difference among Saints. Itʼs childʼs play for a nine-star Saint to kill a one-star Saint.”

Because the little red bird was the descendant of the Vermillion Bird, its bloodline was somewhat similar to that of the True Phoenix. Thus, she was able to open the palace doors here, and successfully obtain the approval of this Purple Eagle Palace Hall. She could control it, and also learnt so much information because of that.

They soon arrived at the second floor of the palace, and found a room that was not very eye-catching.

However, there was a person searching everywhere in the room.

Xu Youque.

Ling Han couldnʼt help but smile. Enemies were really bound to meet on a narrow road.

Sensing that someone was approaching, Xu Youque also stopped searching, and turned to look towards Ling Han. When he discovered that it was this old enemy, he couldnʼt help but reveal a hint of wariness in his expression.

”Apologies, I was the one who discovered it first!” he said calmly. As a member of the Silver Generation, he still had this bit of composure. ”If you want to come in, fine. Wait until I get out.”

”Itʼs fine. If I kill you, there wonʼt be any problem,” Ling Han said with a smile.

Xu Youque couldnʼt help but explode in anger, saying, ”Ling Han, youʼre far too arrogant! Who knows how many Imperial Sons and Imperial Daughters are here? If you dare to kill them, youʼll definitely be punished!”

Ling Han nodded and said, ”Thank you for your suggestion. Itʼs not bad. Iʼve decided to kill everyone here to prevent them from leaking the secret.”

Xu Youque faltered for a moment before laughing in spite of himself, saying, ”Youʼre far too arrogant. To say nothing of others, even Yi Xiangyang is powerful enough to kill you a hundred times over. Kill him to keep him quiet? What a huge joke!”

”Then just wait and see,” Ling Han said as he lashed out at Xu Youque.

He went all out from the very beginning, and two spiritual bodies walked out of his body respectively.

Xu Youque was only a Spirit Transformation Tier First Change. In a situation when their cultivation levels were equal, he was no match for Ling Han, what more when Ling Han had the advantage of cultivation level.

How was he supposed to continue fighting?