Chapter 399: Elder Zhuli's Shock
Led by Zi Yan, the group easily entered the silver shield. As soon as they stepped inside, a burly figure appeared before them at lightning speed.
"My little mistress, you're finally back! If you didn't return soon, Elder Zhuli was going to throw me into the void's chaotic currents as punishment," the burly man complained upon seeing Zi Yan.
"Haha, Brother Xiong Zhan, long time no see," Xiao Ze greeted the man, who looked troubled.
Xiong Zhan, an eighth-tier magical beast, was immensely powerful but was completely tamed by Zi Yan. "Brother Xiao Ze, Sister Qing Lin, welcome to Ancient Dragon Island," Xiong Zhan said happily, noticing Xiao Ze and the others. He owed Xiao Ze a huge favor, having broken through to Dou Zun thanks to Xiao Ze's Condensing Zun Pill.
"Hmph, what could possibly happen to me? With my strength, even many leaders of major forces on the Central Plains can't match me," Zi Yan huffed, making Xiong Zhan smile wryly.
"We were just worried that the Sky Demon Phoenix clan might discover you. Your bloodline hasn't fully awakened yet, and if those feathered pests found out your identity, they would stop at nothing to capture you..." Xiong Zhan trailed off, implying the danger.
"Enough, I'm back now, aren't I? Besides, I have some cards up my sleeve. Both the First Elder and the Second Elder gave me a space jade slip. If I encounter a formidable enemy, I can summon them both," Zi Yan said, showing the ring on her finger.
Knowing he couldn't persuade the little mistress, Xiong Zhan could only smile bitterly and lead the way. Only someone of Zi Yan's esteemed status could possess a space jade slip from both the First and Second Elders, a challenging task even for Dou Sheng experts.
Led by Xiong Zhan, the group descended onto a giant peak. "Master Xiao Ze, there are many powerful auras on Ancient Dragon Island," Qing Lin said, her expression serious. Despite her high-star Dou Zun strength, the hidden presences on the island felt daunting.
The other girls shared her apprehension, gaining a deeper appreciation for the Void Ancient Dragon clan's supremacy.
"Big guy, is the Third Elder around? We need to see him for something important," Zi Yan asked.
"Sure, little mistress. Brother Xiao Ze, please follow me," Xiong Zhan replied, noticing Zi Yan's reluctance to explain further.
Zi Yan eagerly introduced the island's landmarks to Xiao Ze and the others as they walked, while Xiao Ze observed the ancient architecture. The Void Ancient Dragon clan's long heritage was evident in the island's buildings, which, despite their age and the marks of time, remained remarkably sturdy due to special preservation methods.
They encountered several patrolling Void Ancient Dragon guards along the way. Seeing Zi Yan, the guards respectfully saluted her and refrained from questioning her companions.
"Ha, Xiao Ze, my friend! It's been too long. I've missed you," a white-robed figure suddenly appeared outside a grand hall, bowing to Xiao Ze.
"Greetings, Elder Zhuli. I apologize for the sudden visit. These are my friends..." Xiao Ze said, introducing Little Doctor Fairy, Medusa, and the others.
Elder Zhuli's initially calm expression turned to surprise as he looked at the group. "This aura... an old rival. I didn't expect you to fully subdue the soul of an Ancient Heaven Serpent," his gaze focused on Qing Lin's forehead, as if he could see the Ancient Heaven Serpent's mark.
"Greetings, Elder Zhuli. I was able to refine the Ancient Heaven Serpent's soul thanks to luck and Master Xiao Ze's help," Qing Lin said, bowing slightly.
Elder Zhuli nodded with a smile, then turned his attention to Little Doctor Fairy, his expression becoming uncertain. "A Woeful Poison Body?! But you seem to have control over its poison. Have you fully mastered the Woeful Poison Force?"
"With Xiao Ze's help, I have indeed controlled the Woeful Poison Force," Little Doctor Fairy replied softly, making Elder Zhuli marvel.
Finally, he looked at Medusa with a complex expression. "A Seven-Colored Swallowing Python, a being that once rivaled the Void Ancient Dragon clan in ancient times. I thought they had vanished into history, yet here one stands."
"I was able to evolve into a Seven-Colored Swallowing Python thanks to Xiao Ze's assistance," Medusa said.
Hearing this, Elder Zhuli's astonishment was unmistakable as he looked at Xiao Ze. "Not only are you a genius, but your friends are all exceptionally talented as well!" Elder Zhuli remarked, realizing that Little Doctor Fairy and the others' achievements were closely tied to Xiao Ze. He could only marvel at Xiao Ze's good fortune and the luck of those who encountered him.
As they walked and chatted, they entered the grand hall and took their seats. Zi Yan opened her palm, showing Elder Zhuli something.
Elder Zhuli stared at the dragon-phoenix fruit mark on her palm, his brow furrowing as he tried to recall something. Suddenly, his eyes widened in shock.
"Dragon... Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit!!!" he exclaimed, rushing over to Zi Yan, his eyes locked on her palm, his lips trembling.
Seeing Elder Zhuli's reaction, Zi Yan grinned. "That's right, the Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit is my latest treasure. Now let's see if anyone dares to stop me from going out again."
Xiao Ze glanced at Zi Yan, making her curb her smug expression slightly and cough. "Ahem, of course, obtaining the Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit was all thanks to Xiao Ze. Without him, I couldn't have gotten it."
Hearing this familiar line, Elder Zhuli stood there dumbfounded, feeling like he had heard it several times already.
(Chapter ends)