Yun Bao 'er looked at the main hall. Fifteen years ago, she had also lived there. Now, like the other disciples, she lived in the disciples' area below the main hall. Although Bao 'er's residence was still very close to the main hall, she could no longer enter or leave as she pleased unless she was summoned by the Island Lord.
Otherwise, she could only look up.
"She's not my biological daughter after all."
Yun Bao 'er's eyes were filled with a faint bitterness. At this moment, a silhouette involuntarily appeared in her mind. Although the silhouette was already very blurry, she had always remembered the aura emitted by the silhouette. That person in her mind was her biological mother.
She let out a long sigh. Her mood instantly became somewhat depressed. Bao 'er knew that Yun Rou had accepted Zhu Sheng as her disciple to create pressure for her, encouraging her to cultivate and grow.
However, she still felt somewhat uncomfortable.
Could it be that if she did not work hard enough, she could not be the Island Lord's daughter?
If she did not have the ability, she would have to submit to others. This logic would definitely not hold true in front of her biological mother.
After taking a deep look at the main hall, Bao 'er turned into a beam of light and left the Dao Peak. She tore open the space and escaped into the void. Soon, she teleported away from Hundred Spirits Island.
At the same time, just as her aura appeared in the sea, she saw a deafening roar of a Dragon Whale under the vast North Sea. The waves churned as a massive creature emerged from the bottom of the sea. It emitted an extremely terrifying demonic aura.
Yun Bao 'er's tall figure descended and stepped onto the Dragon Whale's back. The woman and the beast headed towards the distant sea.
The massive whale swam towards the deep sea. Its dense and shining dragon scales were sturdy and eye-catching. Nine halos surrounded the Dragon Whale's body. Wherever it passed, thousands of sea beasts in the deep sea fled in panic.
Twenty years ago, this ancient Dragon Whale was captured by Yun Rou in the East Sea and given to Bao 'er as a mount. With Yun Rou's powerful Dao rules binding it, Bao' er effortlessly absorbed a wisp of the Dragon Whale's soul. Their consciousness was connected and she could use it as she wished.
Twenty years later, the Dragon Whale had become an Emperor and Bao 'er had grown up.
During this period, it had attempted to escape Hundred Spirits Island more than once, but every time it tried, it would end up in a tragic state. That was until ten years ago when it secretly saw Yun Bao 'er crying alone. Her sobbing sounded like the whimper of a lonely whale. It had no other species. Back then, it had touched the Dragon Whale's soul. How could it not be lonely? It was the only Dragon Whale in the vast Divine Wilderness.
He had no family and no one to confide in. He had to bear all the joys and sorrows by himself. It was also on that day that the Dragon Whale no longer had any thoughts of leaving Hundred Spirits Island. It felt that it needed to protect this child.
Twenty years had passed. Now, the little girl had grown up to be as beautiful as a fairy from the Ninth Heaven. Although Long Jing and Bao 'er didn't talk much, in his heart, he had already taken her as his child. As long as Bao' er didn't cry helplessly like that day, as long as she didn't feel wronged, he could give her anything, including his life.
For the dragonwhale, its mission changed from being a slave to simply wanting to accompany this lonely little soul.
Hua!
Beautiful water splashed into the sky as the dragonwhale leaped thousands of feet. It was like a divine dragon soaring in the sky. Its speed was extremely fast. Looking down from Bao 'er's position, the countless prosperous sea cities under the Hundred Spirits Island's jurisdiction flew past them. Eventually, the dragonwhale brought Bao' er to a desolate place.
This was an extremely remote area in the deep sea. The surroundings were shrouded in endless sea fog, as if it was a restriction set up by an expert. Vaguely, one could see the outline of an isolated island in the fog. It gave off an extremely dangerous aura and seemed especially mysterious.
In the past ten years, Bao 'er had often come here. Hence, the dragonwhale was very familiar with this path.
"You can go back."
Bao 'er's toes lightly tapped on the dragonwhale's sturdy back. Her body floated up and flew towards the extremely dense sea fog.
The dragonwhale didn't say anything. It turned around and returned to the Hundred Spirits Island. The sea fog was condensed by an extremely profound Emperor technique. Even a Dao Confirming Emperor like it couldn't break through it. Although it didn't know what was inside, Bao 'er had been here countless times and had always returned safely.
Hence, it wasn't worried about Bao 'er's safety.
At this moment, Bao 'er entered the sea fog. Ordinary people couldn't see anything within one meter of her. Furthermore, the sea fog contained extremely terrifying Emperor Dao Regulations. Even the dragonwhale didn't dare to break through it. One could imagine that if ordinary people were to enter it, they would basically die.
However, all of this didn't affect Bao 'er. Red flames gradually appeared in her beautiful eyes. Her eyeballs were filled with traces of flame patterns. Wherever she looked, she seemed to be able to see through all illusions. It was easy for her to see through the loopholes in the sea fog. She easily passed through this layer of obstruction and arrived at a deserted island.
The sea fog that shrouded them had disappeared. The sky here was especially clear, and the air was especially fresh. A thick medicinal fragrance wafted over from the deserted island in front of them. Smelling it was especially refreshing, and it could calm one's heart.
Bao 'er stepped onto the deserted island. From afar, the deserted island didn't look like anything special. However, when she was on the island, it was a completely different scenery. The layout here wasn't very grand. It was far from the majestic and beautiful scenery of the Hundred Spirits Island. However, it gave off a refreshing and natural feeling. Living here was especially comfortable, like living in a small farmhouse.
Along the way, she teased the cute little beasts on the island. Bao 'er followed the winding path filled with medicinal herbs and arrived at a small courtyard with bamboo fences.
In the courtyard, there was an especially burly middle-aged man with slightly dark skin. He wore a simple green robe and carried a bucket. The ladle in his hand was leisurely watering his medicinal herbs. His movements were very careful and very gentle. It could be seen that he was very attentive to the medicinal herbs.
"Uncle Han."
Seeing this middle-aged man, Bao 'er's depressed mood became much better. She smiled and quickly walked into the courtyard.
This middle-aged man actually didn't know anything about pharmacology, let alone alchemy. Bao 'er once asked him why he planted so many medicinal herbs. He replied, "For someone else."
A person who didn't know anything about pharmacology or alchemy, but planted medicinal herbs all over the mountain. How stupid could he be?
Therefore, that day, Bao 'er laughed and called him "Uncle Han". She never changed the way she addressed him.
"Eyebrows furrowed, face full of resentment. Who made you unhappy?"
Zhan Wu didn't raise his head. He spoke softly as he watered the medicinal herbs. His voice was deep and powerful. Outsiders could tell at a glance that he was an extremely powerful cultivator.
"Can't we have a good chat?"
Bao 'er's smile froze. She stopped walking and stomped her feet. She came to relax, but this uncle was like a roundworm in her stomach. He saw through her at a glance.
"You're unhappy is written all over your face. I can't pretend not to see it."
Zhan Wu stopped what he was doing and sat on the stone bench in the courtyard with a smile. He poured two cups of tea.
"That's true. Who asked you to be so stupid?"
Bao 'er walked over quickly and sat down. She picked up the teacup and drank it in one gulp. "Good. Fill my cup."
Zhan Wu shook his head and smiled. He poured another cup and said, "Tell me what's going on. You're angry."
Bao 'er pouted and thought for a while. She automatically filtered out Zhu Sheng and said, "The Nine Branches of the Phoenix Flower Sect will discuss martial arts to decide who the Dream Branch belongs to."
"Dream Branch."
Zhan Wu's expression turned serious. "The Divine Soldier of the First Ancestor of the Phoenix Flower Sect. This is to choose the next Goddess for the Nine Branches."
The Sunset Battle God that everyone in the Five Realms of the East Continent feared naturally knew the origin of the Phoenix Flower Sect. This First Ancestor was also the strongest person in the history of the Nine Branches. It was said that he had comprehended a wisp of Divine Intent. Unfortunately, he did not take that step in the end.
If not, he would be the second God-level expert in the Divine Wilderness after the Martial Lord.
One could imagine how powerful the weapon of such a person was.
The Dream Branch was extremely important to the Nine Branches of the Phoenix Flower Sect. No wonder Bao 'er looked worried. She must be under a lot of pressure.
"Why? Are you not confident?"
Zhan Wu said. Yun Rou adopted Bao 'er, so the young mistress of the Hundred Spirits Sect was naturally the first to bear the brunt. The Third Island had probably placed all its hopes on Bao' er, but it would not be easy to get the Dream Branch.
"How can a mere Mengzhi not have confidence? Who do you think I am?"
Bao 'er did not care at all. It was as if she was already in the bag.
But in her heart, there was indeed pressure.
The Nine Branches of the Phoenix Flower Sect.
The Second Island, Azure.
The Third Island, Hundred Spirits.
The Fourth Island, Brushing Teeth.
The Fifth Island, Crimson Pearl.
The Sixth Island, Wu Huang.
The Seventh Island, Bright Light.
The Eighth Island, Golden Dew.
The Ninth Island, Peach Life.
Among the Nine Branches, the First Island had always been led by the Phoenix Flower Sect. That was the ancestral land of the sect. However, there were many geniuses in the Nine Branches. Not to mention Zhu Sheng, the Chief Disciple of the First and Second Islands, Di Dao, was very strong.
The Sixth Island was not weak either.
The Chief Disciple of the Eighth Island, Golden Dew, was the most mysterious. Until now, no one knew who he was.
Even Bao 'er did not have the confidence to win.
In this battle, there were many monstrous geniuses, and each of them was the most talented in the North Territory. No Chief Disciple of the Nine Branches dared to admit that they were the best in the Phoenix Flower Sect.
"Have you ever slacked off on the cultivation technique I taught you?"
Zhan Wu asked.
"I have been practicing it."
Bao 'er held her chin. Her eyes were unfocused as if her soul was not here.
"With my cultivation technique, I am invincible in the world. Even Dendi, who defeated Lei Feng six hundred years ago, may not be able to defeat me. Hahaha."
Zhan Wu laughed proudly.
At this moment, there was an obvious change in Bao 'er's expression. Her body trembled slightly, but she quickly recovered. "Braggart."
Zhan Wu noticed the change in Bao 'er and sighed in his heart. What happened back then must have had a heavy impact on her. He said, "I have never lied. In this life, I have only told one lie to the world. You will know my character sooner or later. Believe me, Mengzhi belongs to you. However, don't reveal the cultivation technique I taught you to others unless you have no other choice."
"So mysterious. Are all strong cultivators like this?
Don't tell me that you are also full of blood debts and that the Five Realms are your enemies. "
Bao 'er was tired of these stories, but there was one thing she had to admit. The Honest Uncle was indeed very strong, so strong that it was a little scary. Her senses were never wrong. Even Yun Rou might not be a match for the Honest Uncle.
However, she did not know the Honest Uncle's background.
But it did not matter. She never asked about the background of her friends. As long as they had the right temperament, it was fine.
"Girl, you must remember Uncle's words in your heart."
"Aiya, okay, okay. Stop nagging. I'm leaving."
"Wait."
Zhan Wu's expression became extremely serious. He said, "Today, I will teach you another cultivation technique. You must practice it well. As for the previous ones, you don't have to pay attention to them."
"Trump card?"
Bao 'er's bright eyes glowed as she stared at Zhan Wu with a smile. The Honest Uncle had prepared a killing move for her. This way, she would have a higher chance of obtaining Mengzhi.
"It's just an ordinary cultivation technique. Girl, pay attention."
Zhan Wu's eyes became serious. His temperament suddenly changed at this moment. An incomparably terrifying Emperor's aura spread out. Suddenly, the world lost its color. A tyrannical divine sense entered Bao 'er's forehead. Bao' er's expression became more and more unsightly. She slowly said with difficulty, "It's a thunder technique."