The Great Ruler

Three shadows, accompanied by a majestic spiritual light, condensed out of the sea. When they appeared, an extraordinarily strong spiritual oppression spread out.

Upon seeing the three figures, Nine Nether’s face twisted. This was because the three men were so famous that, in the present Divine Beast Clan, their prestige was probably only below that of Huang Xuanzhi!

At the moment, their sudden appearances were very unsettling, and she wondered… What do they want?

Compared to Nine Nether’s anxious state, Mu Chen was calm, but there was a faint look of surprise on his face, as he obviously did not expect this to happen.

“It looks like you have high regard for me, as you actually brought companions along.” Mu Chen smiled at the three figures, while spiritual energy surrounded him and his body slowly showed signs of transforming into a shimmering Spiritual Body.

After all, he was not acquainted with the three men, and now that they had suddenly approached him, he could not know if they had malicious intentions. However, Mu Chen was not afraid. Although the three people were clearly not weak, if they thought that they would be able to subdue him by numbers alone, that was quite naive.

“Hehheh, don’t be so hostile, Brother Mu. We are not here to fight you because of Huang Xuanzhi.” Kong Ling’er chuckled as she spoke.

As Mu Chen looked at the woman who had just spoken, he saw that she was extremely beautiful. She also had an elegant aura, like a Phoenix’s.

She wore a colorful dress and her figure was slender. She was fair and her collarbones were sculpted beautifully, all of which revealed an indescribable femininity.

“What do you mean?” Mu Chen asked in surprise, as he didn’t know why else the three of them would be looking for from him, apart from causing him trouble. Nine Nether was equally confused.

Kong Ling’er smiled and said, “We have come to ask for an alliance with you, Brother Mu.”

“An alliance?” Mu Chen only grew more and more baffled as he wondered… What alliance can they possibly form in this Deification Pool?

Kong Ling’er smiled charmingly as she pointed to the other two people and said, “Brother Mu, these two are Lin Cang of the Nine-headed Golden Condor Clan and Xiao Tian from the Heavenly Dragon Crane Clan. They are both outstanding talents from the Birds Clans of the Sovereign Divine Beast Clans.”

Both Lin Cang and Xiao Tian nodded at Mu Chen, while looking a little arrogant. This was normal, after all, as the prestige that they possessed was enough to make them proud.

Mu Chen just smiled and asked them directly, “What do you all have to do with us?”

In fact, he was not at all interested in this so-called alliance, because he did not have a high degree of trust for the three people before him. After all, an alliance with such people inevitably brought with it a lot of concerns.

Upon seeing that Mu Chen did not care much about the alliance, Kong Ling’er smiled and said, “I don’t know if Brother Mu is interested in the Divine Grade Blood Essence Divine Beasts?”

Not only was Nine Nether shocked upon hearing this, but even Mu Chen’s pupils contracted, while astonishment emerged on his face. Divine Grade Blood Essence Divine Beasts?

That grade of Blood Essence Divine Beasts can actually be bred in this Deification Pool?

The highest level of Blood Essence Divine Beast that they had previously found was only a Spiritual Grade one at its initial stage, but even that had been enough to nourish Nine Nether for quite some time. As for the Divine Grade, they hadn’t even thought about it!

But, if they could really get the Divine Grade Blood Essence Divine Beast, even just a part of it would be enough to let Nine Nether evolve! Mu Chen could then use the rest to try to turn the real dragon and phoenix spirit in his body into physical entities!

The shock in his eyes lasted for a long time before Mu Chen gradually calmed down. He then looked at Kong Ling’er and said, “If there is really a Divine Grade Blood Essence Divine Beast, I advise you to give up, as that kind of thing is not something that we can obtain.”

Although the Blood Essence Divine Beast only had a vast amount of blood and no other means, in this world, anything that was associated with the Divine Grade was no ordinary object. Also, considering the limited strength of these people, it was more realistic for them to run if they encountered a Divine Grade Blood Essence Divine Beast. After all, even if they joined hands, it would be impossible to capture and subdue it.

Kong Ling’er did not refute Mu Chen’s words, but nodded in agreement. She then said, “If it is a true Divine Grade Blood Essence Divine Beast, we can only choose to flee. But, what if it is just a Blood Essence Divine Beast that is about to break through to the Quasi-Divine Grade?”

Mu Chen stared at Kong Ling’er and frowned. “If there is such an opportunity, then why would you need me?”

If Kong Ling’er really knew that there was a Blood Essence Divine Beast that was about to break through to the Quasi-Divine Grade, it would be a great chance for the figures. If they could devour and refine it, they would then be able to open up a path towards cultivating the Divine Grade. As he didn’t even know them, he couldn’t fathom why they would let him get a piece of it.

Kong Ling’er looked at Lin Cang and Xiao Tian, while smiling bitterly. “That’s because Huang Xuanzhi also knows about the Blood Essence Divine Beast that is about to break through to the Quasi-Divine Grade.”

Mu Chen was stunned and even more doubtful after hearing this. “Since that is the case, then why approach me instead of Huang Xuanzhi?”

Obviously, from a logical point of view, looking for Huang Xuanzhi was obviously the more reliable choice. Upon hearing this, Kong Ling’er and the other two looked a bit embarrassed.

After a moment, one of them admitted, “It is because Huang Xuanzhi is too domineering, as he demanded 70% of the Quasi-Holy Blood Essence, meaning that the three of us would only get to share the remaining 30%.”

Mu Chen finally understood… No wonder Kong Ling’er and the two decided to find help from other sources!

“So… All three of you together can’t match Huang Xuanzhi?” Mu Chen gazed at the three. They were all at the Quasi-Spiritual Grade, so if they encountered an ordinary Spiritual Grade at their initial stage, they would be able to hold their own.

“Hmph, you don’t know how powerful Huang Xuanzhi is! He is a true phoenix, the most formidable of all birds! He also possesses the Nine Rounds toward Sanctification Technique, which is one of the 36 volumes of Rare Super Powers. Although he is an initial stage Spiritual Grade now, even a middle stage Spiritual Grade wouldn’t be his match,” Lin Cang of the Nine-headed Golden Condor Clan said coldly.

Although all three of them were supreme talents, who had received countless resources from their respective clans, they had to admit that they were inferior to Huang Xuanzhi.

Kong Ling’er nodded and smiled, “We are not confident of defeating Huang Xuanzhi, so we need a strong partner. We heard of Fang Jing’s situation earlier, and only then did we learn that Brother Mu was a hidden ace, which was why we approached you just now.”

Mu Chen smiled as he learned that Kong Ling’er and her partners did not intend to work with him from the beginning. Perhaps it was because they did not think that he was qualified. But, after hearing the news that he had easily defeated Fang Jing, they began to really take note of him.

“If you have a feud with Huang Xuanzhi, there will be assuredly be a battle between the both of you. If you work with us, you will have a greater chance of succeeding,” Xiao Tian from the Heavenly Dragon Crane Clan said. However, in his tone, it was obvious that he thought that Mu Chen was not really qualified to fight against Huang Xuanzhi.

Mu Chen smiled and did not say much to him. He was indeed very interested in the Divine Grade Blood Essence Divine Beast. If they could get it, not only would Nine Nether’s problem of evolution be solved, but even he would be able to get a great opportunity from it!

The trio also quieted down, while staring at Mu Chen. They were slightly nervous, as according to their assessments, without Mu Chen’s help, they would not be able to seize the Divine Grade Blood Essence Divine Beast before Huang Xuanzhi.

Under their gazes, after a long time, Mu Chen looked up and stared at the three figures. “I will cooperate with you.”

Kong Ling’er’s beautiful face was suddenly filled with joy.

“But, we have to agree on the distribution of the reward before we get it,” Mu Chen added.

“Of course.” Kong Ling’er smiled as she asked, “But, you are not as domineering as Huang Xuanzhi, right?”

Mu Chen smiled, stretched out his four fingers, then said, “Right… Well, since we are two people from our side, we want 40% of the Quasi-Holy Blood Essence.”

Lin Cang and Xiao Tian frowned as they glanced at Nine Nether, then said darkly, “We are only looking to work with you, not her.”

With Nine Nether’s present strength, they did not hold her in high regard at all. This is why they were obviously extremely reluctant to allow her 20% of the reward.

Mu Chen smiled nonchalantly and did not dispute this, but his attitude was still resolute. According to his estimate, 40% of the Holy Blood Essence was the most safe limit, the lowest that would still allow Nine Nether to complete her evolution.

Looking at Mu Chen’s resolute attitude, Kong Ling’er hesitated. She finally grit her teeth and said, “Alright, 40% it is!”

Lin Cang and Xiao Tian looked at her disapprovingly, but upon seeing Kong Ling’er’s twinkling eyes, they swallowed their words of opposition.

Mu Chen acted as if he did not see this scene, but simply smiled at Kong Ling’er and said, “In that case, I will accept this alliance!”

“Let’s begin as soon as possible! We have to get to our destination and arrange it before we can interfere with Huang Xuanzhi.” As Kong Ling’er was a decisive person, she immediately flew into action.

“Lead the way!” Mu Chen said as he nodded.

The three figures then transformed into spiritual light and tore through the sea before shooting out of it.

As Mu Chen looked at their silhouettes, his eyes twinkled. Then, with a wave of his sleeve, spiritual energy surged out as he held onto Nine Nether. They then transformed into beams of light before quickly catching up to the trio.