Chapter 738: Chapter 737: That Matter of the Eight Heavens, the Nine-Tails Scorns

Faced with the current situation, the Demon Kings collectively gritted their teeth and somehow managed to stand upright, while internally expressing their sincerest wishes towards Bai Qian.

One after another, the Demon Kings forced themselves to "stand up", bowing their heads in a salutatory posture.

All they could do was to cope with the monstrous pressure emanating from Li Jing’s Demonic Qi.

After all, those who came to the feast were at most reaching the 15th realm at best.

Though they are the elites amongst the 15th Realm monsters, none of them had yet broken the shackles of the realm. How could they possibly bear the might of Li Jing’s Heavenly Respect level aura?

Even the ancient ancestors behind them likely couldn’t bear even a whiff of this Demonic Qi.

Excluding the Demon Kings, there were also quite a few attendants who were barely able to stand up thanks to their formidable cultivation.

However, some attendants were simply too weak; they were completely unable to stand up, drenched in a bucket-load of sweat.

Li Jing, however, did not retract his aura.

In the end...

It was not his intention to bully them, rather, they sought it themselves.

Li Jing was truly an affable and obliging person by nature.

As Bai Qian wanted to borrow his power to show off, he would just fulfill her wish.

Glancing at the "righteous-looking" Bai Qian, who was standing beside him with some difficulty, Li Jing gave a playful smile and leisurely stepped forward.

!!!

Bai Qian...

Ah, how...

Why did Li Jing start walking forward?

This isn’t what she had planned!

The fact that he walked off wasn’t the issue, he was eventually supposed to sit together with her at the position on the elevated platform at the bottom of the banquet venue.

The problem was, he walked off and didn’t even withdraw his Demonic Qi.

Wasn’t this making things difficult for her, Bai Qian? 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎

While feeling Li Jing’s released Demonic Qi, she could barely stand steady. How could her trembling legs take any steps forward?

Seeing Li Jing really start to walk off, Bai Qian felt a rush of anxiety.

Behind her, Ye Piaoran and Han Youran exchanged a look. With swift steps, they passed Bai Qian and followed right behind Li Jing.

Normally speaking...

In such situations, they should be showing respect to Bai Qian.

Not to mention their respective cultivation level was much higher than her’s, her identity as the Monster Path God Emperor held greater weight.

However, both women were sensible.

They understood that Li Jing’s action was deliberately meant to "teach" Bai Qian a lesson.

He was trying to tell her with actions, some people’s aura is not to be borrowed whenever she felt like it.

If this was indeed the case, then of course Ye Piaoran and Han Youran had no need to save face for Bai Qian. Was there anything more important than cooperating with Heavenly Respect Li?

Seeing the two women catching up with Li Jing, Bai Qian was on the verge of tears.

She, of course, could understand the message that Ye Piaoran and Han Youran received.

Only two women were unaffected, but she couldn’t move at all. This was enough to make her understand that her estimation of Li Jing’s feelings towards her was fairly incorrect.

But that’s not the problem.

The problem at hand was, she had to get moving!

She was the Monster Path God Emperor.

Representative of all monsters in the Eight Heavens.

If she wasn’t able to keep up with Li Jing today, the Eight Heavens may become the laughing stock of all other heavens once the word gets out.

Though there was already a base.

The Heaven Dragon Temple of the Five Heavy Sky was directly flattened by a single pat from Li Jing. Not a single ancestor from the huge temple dared to even fart. Nothing could be more pitiful than this.

But Bai Qian didn’t want to see the Eight Heavens become the second "worst".

With this situation...

She truly felt like she had shot herself in the foot with her own assumptions.

All the way back to the Ten Thousand Demon Valley, Li Jing had been amicable. When he didn’t want to negotiate, he didn’t show the slightest bit of tenderness.

Then that begs the question...

What to do now?

Looking around at the trembling monster kings and their followers, Bai Qian gritted her teeth secretly, struggling to take a step forward.

That step was taken smoothly.

But it was already her limit...

Desperate, Bai Qian could only silently telepathically communicate to Li Jing, who had walked far out with the other two.

"Heavenly Respect Ji, please, retract your divine powers, I can’t bear it."

Upon receiving Bai Qian’s telepathic message, Li Jing didn’t turn his head back, but subtly lessened his pressure on Bai Qian with a wry smile on his face.

Bai Qian instantly felt her body lightening.

She saw that the other monster kings and cultivators at the banquet were still under pressure and complaining, all of them leaning on the long table in front of them to barely stand up, and many couldn’t even stand. Bai Qian immediately felt that she was okay again.

But seeing Li Jing and the other two almost reaching the high platform, Bai Qian felt it was better to remain steady for now.

Pretending to be calm, she swept her icy gaze over those who still couldn’t stand, sneered coldly with a disappointed look on her face, and went straight to the high platform without looking sideways.

Li Jing noticed Bai Qian’s behavior behind him, and while he didn’t show any reaction on his face, he was somewhat amused.

This God Emperor...looks like a serious monster.

But it seems like she loves drama.

Likely with clinging tendencies.

Could she also possess nine tails?

Nowadays.

Li Jing’s perspective had broadened.

Nine tails is not a unique trait of the Thousand-faced fox demon.

But that’s not the point.

The point is.

Neither of the two nine-tailed foxes he knew were serious foxes.

Stepping onto the high platform.

Li Jing halted.

Seeing this, Ye Piaoran and Han Youran also stopped behind him.

After all, the Eight Heavens is Ten Thousand Demon Valley’s territory, and it would be too presumptuous to simply sit down and start talking without waiting for God Emperor Bai to come over.

Moreover, Li Jing genuinely had a good impression of Bai Qian.

Who could dislike a beautiful, sweet, and adorable fox?

Seeing Li Jing and the other two waiting for her on the high platform, which was a considerable show of respect, Bai Qian sent a small appreciative glance to a certain someone and quickly stepped onto the platform, before saluting.

"I apologize for the misconduct of my subordinates in the Ten Thousand Demon Valley that had caused Heavenly Respect to ridicule us. I beg for your understanding towards the disrespect of our subordinates in the Eight Heavens."

Upon hearing her words, the oppressed monster kings were displeased. Not just displeased!

The Eight Heavens is ruled by the Ten Thousand Demon Valley.

But that’s only because the Ten Thousand Demon Valley is strong.

They had been forced to bow their heads, there was no such thing as subordinates or not...

However, at this moment, they really had no temper left.

Under the pressure of Li Jing’s aura.

Even if they wanted to fight back, their strength fell short of their intentions.

The only thing they were hoping for at the moment was for the Heavenly Respect to withdraw his divine powers sooner.

Moving on.

Li Jing, after meeting Bai Qian’s gaze and considered for a moment, spoke indifferently.

"We are all monsters here, and there’s no need for so many courtesies. However, without rules, there’s no direction. In the future, God Emperor Bai must pay more attention, be strict in management, so as not to let others laugh at Eight Heavens."

Hearing Li Jing’s words, Bai Qian was slightly stunned.

This unexpected assistance from someone caught her by surprise.

She had understood clearly in her heart, Li Jing was not going to be part of the Eight Heavens.

He isn’t even a monster.

How could he become a part of the Eight Heavens?

But the monster kings present didn’t know about that!

With his words, even though he didn’t clearly state that he would be a part of the Eight Heavens, the implication was there.

In the future, if the monster kings wanted to act against her and the Ten Thousand Demon Valley, wouldn’t they have to consider her "backer"?

Keeping a stern face, thanks to her years of experience managing her expressions as God Emperor, Bai Qian respectfully saluted.

"God Emperor Bai Qian will keep Heavenly Respect Ji’s teachings in mind."

With that, she extended her hand in a ’please’ gesture.

"The banquet is about to start. May I ask Heavenly Respect Jiutian and the two fairies to take their seats."

Li Jing nodded and took his seat.

Ye Piaoran and Han Youran also took their seats by the side.

As the three of them took their seats, Li Jing inconspicuously reined in his leaking Demonic Qi.

Finally, with the Demonic Qi lifted, all the monster kings and their followers heaved a sigh of relief.

Without giving it much thought, all of them stood up straight and made reverent salutations to a certain individual.

Seeing this, Li Jing gestured with his hand.

"All of you take your seats."

Hearing this, the monster kings and their followers hurriedly sat down in response.

Bai Qian also took her seat next to Li Jing, then lightly clapped her hands twice.

Following this.

One by one, the alluring female demons swayed their enchanting figures as they entered the cavern one after another. First, they served a variety of spiritual foods and fruits carved from jade spiritual materials on the platter to Li Jing and the others on the high platform. Then they silently retreated.

After this.

More female demons carrying platters entered the cavern, serving food to the seated monster kings.

The banquet of the Ten Thousand Demon Valley did not have many fancy procedures.

When the dishes were ready, Bai Qian immediately announced the start of the banquet.

During this time, Bai Qian abstained from a long speech, nor did she deliberately introduce Li Jing to the monster kings she was on good terms with.

This aspect...

Lessened Li Jing’s worries somewhat.

If he were to go about meeting every guest one by one as the ’protagonist’, like usual banquets, that would be a troublesome affair.

The banquet started.

Naturally, there were some monster kings who wanted to acquaint themselves with Li Jing.

However, due to the oppressive presence Li Jing had shown earlier, no one dared approach him on the high platform to propose a toast. Their only hope was that Bai Qian would have a ’change of heart’ and arrange a meeting for them during the banquet.

Would Bai Qian have a change of heart?

Of course not.

Although she initially had plans to capitalize on Li Jing’s prestige to achieve some difficult tasks, after being sternly cautioned earlier, she dared not act rashly, fearing that displeasing him would result in another ’reprimand’.

The banquet began as such, and one could not help but find it somewhat dull.

Fortunately, Bai Qian had prepared numerous programmes for the banquet.

There were young female demons with enchanting figures who took the stage to perform a dance, and female demons holding various musical instruments came on stage to perform.

The monster kings also realized that continuing like this was not the way.

Seeing that getting in contact with Li Jing was unlikely, they soon started chatting amongst themselves, enjoying the banquet as the atmosphere gradually heated up.

The gathering of all the famous monster kings of the Eight Heavens in one place like today was extremely rare.

Compared to hoping for certain things, it is better to communicate and come to some agreements among themselves. They secretly discussed how to deal with the Ten Thousand Demon Valley in the future.

The monster kings present were not fools.

Having made connections with such a high-profile figure as Li Jing, Ten Thousand Demon Valley’s next moves would certainly not be minor.

On the main seat of the high platform.

Seeing that the banquet’s atmosphere was picking up, Bai Qian also loosened up a bit.

This was a banquet after all.

If it lacked any atmosphere, it would indeed be a little awkward for the Ten Thousand Demon Valley.

Even a banquet with a hidden agenda should have the appearance of a true feast, shouldn’t it?

Bai Qian raised her cup towards Li Jing to signal, then lightly parted her red lips.

"I would like to express my gratitude to Heavenly Respect Jiutian for honoring us with his presence at this banquet. Bai Qian raises a toast to you."

As she spoke, she tilted her head back and drained the liquor from her cup and then showed her empty cup.

Seeing this, Li Jing gave a slight smile and raised his cup in the same fashion, and drank all the liquor in the cup. Then he put the cup down and glanced over at the monster kings attending the banquet and said,

"Can we now discuss the matter of the person I am looking for?"

"Of course."

Bai Qian nodded and then asked,

"May I ask, Heavenly Jiutian, who is this friend you are looking for? What type of creature is he?"

"Well..."

Li Jing blinked.

As for the full name of Candle Dragon, he truly didn’t know.

All he knew was it was a dragon, and its "species" was Candle Dragon.

However, this couldn’t be blamed on Li Jing.

Up to this day, he recognized quite a few mythical beasts from tales.

But the only ones with proper names were from Jin Ritian’s family, the Great Sun Golden Crow.

Others often referred to themselves by their species.

Blue Phoenix, Fire Phoenix, as well as the Ancestral Dragon he met in Star Nebula Great World, and the Golden Winged Bird whose coffin he forcibly pried open, none of them had specific names.

Li Jing did ask about this matter.

Blue Phoenix once gave him an answer.

They do have names.

However, because they’ve lived for too long and are distinct enough, mythical beasts like Blue Phoenix had become accustomed to using their own species as their designation, only using their names when they encounter the same race.

Even after giving Li Jing the answer, Blue Phoenix still didn’t tell him her real name.

The reason was that she couldn’t think of it and was too lazy to ponder.

How could Li Jing refute that?

While Li Jing was embarrassed, Ye Piaoran, who was standing to one side, blinked her beautiful eyes twice, hesitating to speak.

"As for Candle Dragon, I’ve heard Yini calling it Elder ei."

Li Jing was left dumbfounded.

Elder ei?

This clearly was not a name but a convenient nickname, right?

Bai Qian understood why someone would suddenly be dumbfounded when she heard that Li Jing was looking for a Candle Dragon.

The essence of mythical beasts were monsters.

The Eight Heavens, as the base of the monster population in the Upper Three Realms, contained many mythical beasts living in various places.

Bai Qian knew the temperaments of this batch of mythical beasts.

They are not unwilling to reveal their names to others; rather, they believe names are not necessary, but the species they belong to are representitive.

They are proud and arrogant because of this.

Therefore, unless they need to use the names to distinguish between the numerous mythical beasts of the same species, they were usually unwilling to use their own names, which over time, may lead to instances where they couldn’t remember them.

After thinking for a while, Bai Qian spoke up.

"Candle Dragons are quite rare among the Dragon Clan. There used to be one in the Eight Heavens a long time ago, but it didn’t settle down; it seemed to run off to the One Heavy Sky later. I couldn’t tell if it was kidnapped or left on its own."

Upon hearing this, Li Jing frowned slightly.

A Candle Dragon had appeared in the Eight Heavens before, but later ran off to One Heavy Sky?

Could this be...

Could it be the one that got lost in his home?

The Candle Dragon didn’t originally belong to the Ancient Fairyland, but descended from the Upper Three Realms.

The Fairyland had a share from Yaochi.

Not every creature could breach the barrier between the Big Worlds, and even though Candle Dragon possessed such a talent, it still needed a very long accumulation of power.

Unless something unexpected happened, it’s probably the same one.

This information couldn’t be said to be of no use.

The Ancestral Dragon sent the Candle Dragon away with "Return to Where You Came From", the Candle Dragon had not settled in the Eight Heavens, it could have been sent to One Heavy Sky.

However, since it had come to the Eight Heavens, it was necessary to try and search for it.

Without thinking much, Li Jing casually gave an appropriate reason for the Candle Dragon’s "missing" and his coming to find it after so long.

"My Candle Dragon went missing more than a hundred years ago. I only recently found out that it accidentally fell into a mysterious formation called ’Return to Where You Came From’, and so I came to the Upper Three Realms to look for it."

Bai Qian was surprised when she heard this.

"Return to Where You Came From? There is such a mysterious formation that traces back to the origin in this world?"

In her astonishment, she pondered for a while.

"Since the essence of this formation is ’Return to Where You Came From’, the Candle Dragon you’re looking for, Li Tianzun, might have indeed appeared in the Eight Heavens. However, it’s very likely it’s not in the Eight Heavens anymore. Not just because more than a hundred years have passed, but if there existed a Candle Dragon of such a distinctive species in the Eight Heavens, my Ten Thousand Demon Valley should have been aware of it. After all it would very impression to have a rare dragon like Candle Dragon pulling the cart."

Li Jing was stunned.

He can’t agree with this statement.

But it was indeed the reality.