Supreme Emptiness

Chapter 2023: Chapter 2067: Subduing the Heaven Burial Saint Beast (Part 2)

Oh?

Jiang Fan was surprised; he hadn’t said anything yet.

Could it be that the other side also guessed he wanted a hostage?

Since when did he have such a high level of understanding with the Beixue Shura Empress?

This is convenient; both sides know what the other wants without saying it and avoid stirring up conflicts.

"Mm, it’s best that you understand, hand it over to me quickly."

Hand... hand it over to him?

The Beixue Shura Empress’s face flushed involuntarily; is Jiang Fan so impatient?

She turned away, not daring to meet Jiang Fan’s eyes, her voice like a mosquito:

"Mm... it’s all up to you."

"As long as you protect my clan, anything is up to you."

Jiang Fan felt something strange in his heart.

Was there a misunderstanding?

Roar!

Suddenly, while Jiang Fan was distracted, the Heaven Burial Saint Beast roared.

Trying to deter Jiang Fan with Daqian’s divine power and then break free from the chains and escape.

Luckily, the Holy Decree in Jiang Fan’s body absorbed the divine power in time, preventing the Heaven Burial Saint Beast’s success.

"Wicked creature! You must be exterminated!" Jiang Fan’s eyes turned cold.

If it wasn’t killed now, once it fully recovered, it might turn around and kill Jiang Fan.

He took out a bottle of Tao Slave Filthy Blood.

Just as he was about to act to eliminate future troubles, the Beixue Shura Empress exclaimed: "What are you doing?"

Jiang Fan replied: "This beast is unruly and will devour its master soon; better to kill it."

The Beixue Shura Empress quickly said: "Hold on, husband!"

"Others can’t control it, but you should find it easy!"

Jiang Fan was puzzled: "Why do you say that?"

The Beixue Shura Empress glanced at the fierce Heaven Burial Saint Beast and said: "I once heard my... former husband mention."

"The Giant Saint’s nine mounts are exclusive to the Daqian Divine Country’s imperial family."

"With speed that can chase the river of time and strength that can suppress all enemies below the Saint Realm."

"As for these nine Heaven Burial Saint Beasts, the reason they obey the Giant Saint, willing to be his mounts."

"My former husband speculated, it’s mostly because the Giant Saint obtained relics from the Daqian Divine Country, possessing divine power of the country, hence begrudgingly acknowledging the Heaven Burial Saint Beast."

"You are now honored as Champion Marquis, ruling the land of three realms, commanding three thousand Divine Power Iron Cavalry."

"You shouldn’t differ much from the Giant Saint; there’s no reason the Heaven Burial Saint Beast acknowledged the Giant Saint but not you, the rightful Daqian Champion Marquis."

There’s such a notion?

Jiang Fan looked at the Heaven Burial Saint Beast, which was now staring fiercely at him, eyes full of overwhelming hostility.

If released, it would definitely devour Jiang Fan without hesitation!

With a bit of anticipation, Jiang Fan focused and unleashed the power of the Holy Decree within him.

A ten-meter-long yellow majestic banner fluttered fiercely behind.

The three powerful and mysterious words "Champion Marquis" danced in the wind.

Under the divine might, the Beixue Shura Empress involuntarily bent over: "Greetings to the Champion Marquis!"

The Heaven Burial Saint Beast, which was fixating on Jiang Fan, shuddered and reduced its hostility, observing Jiang Fan with curiosity.

As the divine might from the banner intensified, when the Heaven Burial Saint Beast confirmed it was genuine, it completely lowered its hostility.

It shifted its previous antagonism, sitting down on the ground and raising its head high.

The Beixue Shura Empress’s eyes flashed, saying: "Indeed, the Heaven Burial Saint Beast behaved similarly when facing the Giant Emperor."

"It has begrudgingly acknowledged you, might listen to your commands if in the right mood, and at least won’t attack you anymore."

"If you’re someday granted the title of Duke, and your divine power grows stronger, it will further submit to you, will never defy the Daqian Royal Family’s orders, and listen to you."

Jiang Fan was elated.

This is truly a pleasant surprise!

Unexpectedly gained a Heaven Burial Saint Beast, though it’s not very obedient yet and can’t be a mount.

Still, in crucial moments, utilizing it for intimidation is certainly feasible.

Next, Jiang Fan attempted to remove the chain collar; the Heaven Burial Saint Beast continued without resistance.

After that, he took out a sack and let it enter, the Heaven Burial Saint Beast didn’t resist at all, allowing Jiang Fan to store it inside.

Jiang Fan’s worried heart was entirely at ease, and he couldn’t help but show his excitement.

This is a presence at the Three Calamities Realm level, subdued just like that!

Looking at the nearby Beixue Shura Empress, Jiang Fan gratefully held her shoulder:

"You’ve helped me greatly, I won’t let you down!"

"When you hand it over to me, I’ll reward you heavily!"

The Beixue Shura Empress instinctively wanted to escape Jiang Fan’s hot hands, but thinking again, she had decided on the sacrifice.

Why care about this minor physical contact?

Moreover, Jiang Fan mentioned that upon handing over, she’ll be heavily rewarded.

What reward is given only at that moment?

Her face grew hot, turning unnaturally away.

Jiang Fan finally sensed something amiss with the Beixue Shura Empress.

Ordinarily, a mere touch would have her dodging as if scalded, and she’d angrily scold him with a flushed face.

What’s with today?

She doesn’t reject him, accepting his advantages obediently.

Could it be due to needing him, thus tolerating the situation?

Thinking this, Jiang Fan quickly withdrew his hand and kindly said: "Alright, I’ll be in seclusion for a few days."

"You should go back and prepare properly."

The Beixue Shura Empress’s face reddened more, murmuring:

"Prepare properly means... to clean myself and await him?"

Jiang Fan added gently: "Also, you should explain properly to Tian Qin."

"This matter needs her consent first."

"Otherwise, if she causes trouble, we’ll both be troubled."

The Beixue Shura Empress felt warmth in her heart, Jiang Fan was considerate in every aspect.

Even considering Tian Qin’s feelings.

Having just lost her father, gaining another stepfather.

It’s unlikely Tian Qin could accept that.

But for the sake of the Asura Clan’s people, she had to accept whether willing or not!

She tucked her hair behind her ears and gratefully said: "Thank you for considering Tian Qin, I will persuade her well."

"You focus on your cultivation, take care not to overexert."

"I’ll... wait for you."

With those words, she ran off, blushing.

She couldn’t recall when she last showed such concern to the Nine Prison Asura Emperor.

Jiang Fan was slightly puzzled: "After partnering with her, why does she seem like a different person."

"She’s even become considerate."

Shaking his head, having resolved the hidden threat, Jiang Fan sat cross-legged in the Medicine Garden, reflecting on the battle’s personal gains and losses.

The Tai Chu Prison Sky Gourd, Ghost Seven Asura Emperor Taichu Seed, two major killing devices were used.

Six black array stones badly damaged, Sleeping Giant Emperor’s curse and Death Law exhausted.

Spirit Grass and Jade Talismans consumed in large numbers.

The battle incurred significant losses.

But the gains were likewise substantial.

Acquired a Heaven Burial Saint Beast as a mount, eight corpses, the white bone tube of Yun He Li Xian, Nine Prison Asura Emperor seed, the soul leaves of Ye Banxia, and others.

It should be said, the gains far exceeded the losses.

All preparations of cultivation techniques, magical treasures, and more were utilized in the great battle.

Except for one trump card that remained unused.

He took out a colorful scale.

This was provided before the battle, by Yizhu Demon Emperor, via Yuan Zhiyu, containing a Tear of Time fallen from the heavens.

It can grant great wishes to the heavens at the cost of life.

He gently grasped the colorful scale, eyes warm with sentiment:

"Sister Yizhu, and Sister Old Dream, always busy with the battles of the Ancient Giants, haven’t had the chance to visit you."

"Once I complete traversing the Hundred Realms of All Heavens, and resolve the Giant conflict, I will come to see you both."