Chapter 583: Chapter 582: Gu Yuan’s Caution

After pausing for a moment, Ao Kui said, "So, I’d like to invite Brother Chu to visit the East Sea Dragon Palace. Perhaps then, I can help you secure a spot that will allow you to be reborn, enhancing your cultivation and foundation to new heights."

Invite me to the East Sea Dragon Palace, and help me vie for a place to enter the Dragon Transformation Pool?

Gu Yuan was taken aback, unsure of what to say.

Ancients have said many things, like there’s no such thing as a free lunch, and there’s no such thing as a pie falling from the sky.

Gu Yuan deeply agrees with this.

His relationship with Ao Kui appears cordial, but in reality, they aren’t truly acquainted, nor have they known each other for long.

Moreover, one is human and the other a dragon — different species, lacking mutual understanding.

Even though there was a transaction earlier, now that the deal has concluded, both sides have got what they needed.

One could say, at present, neither side owes the other anything.

Yet suddenly, Ao Kui invites him to the East Sea Dragon Palace and offers a chance to enter the Dragon Transformation Pool. This situation, no matter how you look at it, seems odd...

Because it’s entirely unnecessary for the other party to do this.

Gu Yuan and the other party are not related at all.

But the other party still genuinely proposed it, which can only mean one thing—Ao Kui is scheming something.

Although he doesn’t know what the other party is plotting or planning, there’s one thing Gu Yuan is very sure of.

The East Sea Dragon Palace is the territory of the True Dragon Race, where not only juvenile dragons like Ao Kui reside but also many true dragons who have cultivated Yang Spirits and even Dragon Kings who have cultivated primordial spirits! 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆𝙬𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝒎

In other words, if the other party harbors ill intentions, no matter how talented Gu Yuan is, he’d undoubtedly be in grave danger; this is without question.

Gu Yuan is indeed an unparalleled genius, capable of slaying Golden Core Great Cultivators as a Celestial Human and Yin God Giants with Golden Core cultivation.

Nowadays, relying on multiple means, ordinary Yin God Giants pose no threat to him.

Nevertheless, within the strong presence of the East Sea Dragon Palace, he’s but a weakling.

Unless someday he could forge Yang Spirit, or even ascend to the Primordial Spirit True Immortal Realm, Gu Yuan would never dare to risk traveling alone to the East Sea Dragon Palace.

"The fame of this Dragon Transformation Pool, I’ve indeed heard of it. It is truly an exceptional treasure, rare in this world. If one could be fortunate enough to enter and take a stroll, it would be an unparalleled opportunity. I appreciate Brother Ao for considering me, but..."

At this point, Gu Yuan shook his head and showed a troubled expression, saying, "How do I say this? To be honest with Brother Ao, I have other important matters to attend to next, matters that concern my life and cannot be delayed. I hope Brother Ao can understand."

Upon hearing this, Ao Kui was taken aback, a bit surprised that Gu Yuan would actually refuse.

Bear in mind, the function of the Dragon Transformation Pool is not considered a secret in the East Sea Cultivation Realm. Many disciples of renowned figures and Primordial Spirit True Immortals are interested in entering it to transform and rebuild themselves.

A good fortune that many seek but fail to obtain, Ao Kui thought Gu Yuan, even if suspicious, would be somewhat tempted. But unexpectedly, Gu Yuan declined directly face to face; this is indeed peculiar.

"Forget it, since Brother Chu has other matters, let’s just drop it..."

Ao Kui quickly smiled, seemingly indifferent about it.

Gu Yuan could only smile, casually chatting with the other party for a bit, exchanging communication jade talismans, and then directly maneuvered his escape light to leave.

...

After Gu Yuan left, Ao Kui gazed in the direction of Gu Yuan’s disappearing figure, speechless for a long time, furrowing his brows, uncertain of what he was contemplating.

At this time, Wu Tan beside him couldn’t help but say, "Your Highness, this Chu He, Mr. Chu appears to be quite a cautious person, huh."

Ao Kui nodded, saying, "Indeed, Fellow Daoist Chu, as a cultivator, should be cautious."

"However, I didn’t expect that facing such a supreme opportunity as the Dragon Transformation Pool, he would remain unmoved and outright refuse. It’s truly surprising."

"Then, Your Highness, do you mean..."

Ao Kui sighed softly, "This Fellow Daoist Chu He is among the world’s top geniuses. His enlightenment is unmatched among the younger generation within the East Sea Cultivation Realm."

"In such circumstances, obtaining the ’Five Elements Celestial Book Supplement.’ Allowing this person continued growth may lead to a notoriously feared Primordial Spirit True Immortal in the future!"

Ao Kui’s expression was complex, "For our Dragon Race, this is a threat rather than a blessing."

Beside him, Wu Tan’s eyes flickered with a chill, "If so, why not invite a prince to assist Your Highness?"

"Hehe..."

Ao Kui chuckled disdainfully, glancing at him, "Do you really think I haven’t thought of doing this?"

Seeing his subordinate looking puzzled, Ao Kui explained calmly, "Getting an uncle to help indeed presents an opportunity to eliminate him, but don’t forget, this fellow is also a feared individual, not simple. Though a Golden Core, he’s slain Yin God Giants, and perhaps not just one or two. Anyone underestimating him will certainly find no good end."

"The most crucial thing is...I suspect, that Chu He earlier was not his true form?"

"Not his true form?"

Hearing this, Wu Tan was shocked, recalling the situation earlier, feeling a chill run down his spine.

Merely a manifestation had such divine techniques and could deceive even him; it’s genuinely frightening and awe-inspiring!

If it really was just a doppelganger, if they acted, even capturing him wouldn’t mean much, instead alerting the enemy and angering them truthfully.

Then they would potentially face Chu He’s full vengeance...

If it were just Chu He, the East Sea Dragon Palace naturally wouldn’t care.

The problem is, Chu He’s origin is mysteriously unpredictable, likely with deep connections behind him; what if there’s a top-tier force backing him?

Besides, the East Sea Dragon Palace need not fear Gu Yuan, but Ao Kui is different. His strength is not high, should a miscalculation occur and catch Gu Yuan’s attention, it’d certainly become a big issue.

Ao Kui initially intended to lure Gu Yuan’s true body over, but didn’t foresee Gu Yuan’s complete refusal to fall for it, which doused his plans instantly.

"Forget it, since we couldn’t bring him back, we should keep a distance from him in the future; even if we can’t befriend him, we must never easily offend."

Ao Kui heaved a long sigh, resolutely deciding.

...

Elsewhere, Gu Yuan curled his finger, and soon, a wisp of faint white smoke appeared, flying to his palm and merging within.

Before long, a hint of peculiarity surfaced on Gu Yuan’s face, smiling, "Indeed, Ao Kui actually harbors malicious intent towards me..."

He didn’t expect this fellow to consider his growth potential too significant, thinking it might pose a threat to the Dragon Palace later, thus plotting against him.