Chapter 539: Chapter 482: A Spit Becomes a Lotus

"You’re steady now—dying would be difficult."

Han Yu looked at Chicken Feather Gall with an odd expression and gently patted his dazed face.

Just a moment ago, as soon as Chicken Feather Gall spat out a mouthful, it turned into a palm-sized white lotus before hitting the ground.

The two of them stared at the fallen white lotus... covered in the gooey substance.

"Have you been feeling hot-headed lately?"

Han Yu’s mouth twitched as he asked, and Chicken Feather Gall nodded foolishly.

Can anyone even eat this?

Especially considering it came out from Chicken Feather Gall’s mouth, who could even stomach it?

What’s there to fear—it’s hard to make anyone eat it.

"Can I just not eat it?"

Chicken Feather Gall suddenly looked distressed and cried out. Forget others, even he found it disgusting.

"You decide for yourself!"

Han Yu shivered; convincing him to eat it would be truly heartless. Better to let him decide!

With that thought, Han Yu swiftly dashed away.

"So, do I actually need to eat it or not?"

Chicken Feather Gall was dumbfounded. He just ran off like that, and now no one is here to tell me whether I should eat it...

...

On the coast of the East Sea Realm, Liu Zongyuan was still dressed in an unruly manner, but this time truly down and out, unlike his usual feigned composure.

His beloved little leaf was now a pale yellow, barely managing to carry him drifting about.

The doctor, with his team, coordinated with Yama Hall’s Wen Xiong, Gu Feng, and Yi Hong to encircle the Celestial Dao Sect’s stronghold.

This clash lasted four or five days, and in the end, the Eleven were overwhelmed, forcing him and two spirit fragments to retreat from the island.

It was simply bizarre. Just as the Great Master decided to lay low for a while, they were attacked, and shamefully, their island was sunk.

Of course, there was good news too. As the doctor went mad from the heavy cost, he wouldn’t come out unscathed either.

According to the old Daoist, more than half of those specially crafted sea creations were lost, so once the doctor tallies everything up, he’ll likely be worse off than them.

Overall, neither side gained any real advantage.

And temporarily, the Endless Sea Domain would not cause any more significant waves, granting him the opportunity to appear in the East Sea Realm.

However, Liu Zongyuan was disheartened. He had no hope of finding Han Yu.

A young man lacking no pills, with bizarre cultivation, and powerful skills—the idea of offering him a big pie right off the bat seemed absurd.

Nonetheless, the old Daoist and others unanimously decided he should make the journey.

"I feel like they’re trying to isolate me."

Liu Zongyuan muttered, and it wasn’t unreasonable; his limbs often lost control. He’d either slap himself or suddenly slap someone else while talking.

Occasionally doing the splits when walking was manageable, but the dread came from the urge to kick people.

Not to mention his spiritual power; if anyone nearby activated their power, his would uncontrollably mess things up, either attacking others or himself.

This happened so often that not only the other eleven in the Celestial Dao Sect but even Liu Zongyuan was intensely troubled, feeling like he’d offend everyone eventually.

So the old Daoist’s insistence on sending Liu Zongyuan to Central Continent likely had a hidden agenda.

Chicken Feather Gall was still squatting in the same place, staring vacantly at the white lotus before him. He was at a loss with this thing.

Eat it? Or not?

As he hesitated, a figure suddenly appeared behind him, stopping abruptly.

"Is Han Yu here?"

Liu Zongyuan cleared his throat a few times before asking.

"He’s gone, come back next time."

Chicken Feather Gall, by instinct, waved his hand, blurting out without even turning around. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

"Which way did he go?"

Hearing this, Liu Zongyuan frowned. The Central Continent is vast, and without a clear direction, finding someone could be much harder than in the Endless Sea Domain.

Only then did Chicken Feather Gall regain his composure, turning around in surprise. Upon seeing a stranger, he was startled.

He didn’t recognize the person, but the faint pressure emanating from him was something he hadn’t felt even from Ling Wuce or his own Tower Master.

His face changed wildly, and he backed away in fear. Those looking for Han Yu were rare; if friendly, they’d know this guy was elusive, leaving messages in mansion cities.

If hostile, they’d likely be from across the sea.

With that thought, Chicken Feather Gall jumped up to flee, but just three feet off the ground, he was pressed down by a mighty force.

Liu Zongyuan sauntered forward a few steps, shaking his head at the suppressed figure. "I’m here to find someone, not capture anyone. There’s no need for such agitation."

Chicken Feather Gall trembled in fear, tucked his head in, and upon meeting, was caught off guard by such a posture. This surely didn’t seem like someone nice!

As his fear peaked, suddenly, with a slap sound, Liu Zongyuan inexplicably slapped himself again, leaving him utterly bewildered.

Not only does he not seem like a good person, he’s also abnormal.

Liu Zongyuan’s face looks troubled; being unable to control his limbs in such a situation is utterly embarrassing, especially in the Central Continent.

Seeing his expression, Chicken Feather Gall is even more scared, almost losing his nerve entirely, shaking his head fervently, "I really don’t know where he went. He just left me and ran off. I’m still trying to find him!"

"Will he come back?"

Liu Zongyuan sneaks a glance, hands behind his back, gripping his right hand with his left to avoid embarrassing himself further in front of this small cultivator.

"Probably... not?"

Chicken Feather Gall shivers as he speaks; he’s uncertain as well. Han Yu’s whereabouts are always unpredictable; he roams freely as he wishes. Who can say if he’ll want to return?

"Is there a way to find him?"

Liu Zongyuan asks again.

Chicken Feather Gall falls silent abruptly. There are ways, naturally, to find him via the Inspectorate, which can then instruct Guardian Mansions in various places to keep an eye out. The rest is just waiting.

But he can’t say that, given the Inspectorate’s attitude toward Han Yu, they absolutely wouldn’t assist outsiders against him.

Liu Zongyuan notices Chicken Feather Gall’s expression, waves his hand, and suddenly the oppressive power on him lightens. Freed, Chicken Feather Gall feebly stands up.

"I’m not from Yama Hall. I’m looking to cooperate with him, so can you help me find him?"

Liu Zongyuan speaks slowly, trying to sound friendly.

Chicken Feather Gall remains silent, much to Liu Zongyuan’s frustration.

So he offers a compromise.

"How about this, you help me send a message to Han Yu, just say Liu Zongyuan is looking for him. That’s not difficult, right?"

Chicken Feather Gall suspiciously replies, "Just send a message?"

Liu Zongyuan nods, smiling, "Just send a message. He knows me."

"You’re not from Yama Hall?"

Chicken Feather Gall repeatedly confirms.

"I’m opposed to Yama Hall."

Liu Zongyuan assures him patiently.

Upon hearing this, Chicken Feather Gall finally lets out a sigh of relief, his anxious demeanor somewhat eased.

Liu Zongyuan sees the change and senses an opportunity, quickly asking, "Can you help me contact him then?"

"Well..."

Chicken Feather Gall hesitates a bit, even if he’s not from Yama Hall, that doesn’t mean he’s a good person!

He’s thinking of consulting the Tower Master inside, letting them make the decision.

"You’re not just trying to send a message to get a favor from me, are you?"

Liu Zongyuan looks at him quizzically. Are the cultivators of the Central Continent really that naive?

Chicken Feather Gall jumps, startled. He’s not a fool, how could he dare take advantage? He quickly waves his hands, "What I mean is we need to wait; his whereabouts are unpredictable even sending a message might not yield a quick reply."

Liu Zongyuan finally nods, unconcerned, "I can wait, just send the message."

"Wait here?"

Chicken Feather Gall’s face turns bitter at the thought, a formidable strongman camping here daily, he wouldn’t even dare sleep!

"I’m easy to get along with, you wouldn’t mind having me here, would you?"

Liu Zongyuan grins, displaying a warm smile.

Now having no choice, Chicken Feather Gall agrees resignedly.

Then he gloomily picks up the White Lotus, preparing to return to the temporary Guardian Mansion.

"What’s that? I saw you squatting there earlier, hesitating." Liu Zongyuan asks, walking alongside, glancing repeatedly at the White Lotus.

"Han Yu left it to me to decide whether I want to eat it or not."

Chicken Feather Gall carries the White Lotus, his face crestfallen.

"Does it have side effects? Or is it poisonous?"

Upon hearing Han Yu’s involvement, Liu Zongyuan’s eyes light up instantly.

"No side effects, not poisonous, just a healing item. I don’t want to eat it."

Chicken Feather Gall shakes his head, sighing.

"What’s the problem, then? I can eat it for you."

Liu Zongyuan suddenly raises his hand, and the White Lotus flies from Chicken Feather Gall’s arms into his hand.

Chicken Feather Gall tries to stop him, but Liu Zongyuan already swallows it in one gulp, even burping afterward.

"It’s quite refreshing and tastes alright."

Chicken Feather Gall stands frozen, speechless, swallowing back what he initially wanted to explain.

This matter shouldn’t be divulged under any circumstances...