Checking in for 100,000 Years Chapter 918: Divine King of the Nine Heavens, Di Jiuying
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When Ye Yun uttered those words,
the breathtaking beauty clad in golden robes instantly showed a look of astonishment.
This mere Divine Honorable Realm cultivator actually had the audacity to address her, a Shang God Divinity King, in such a manner.
From where did he muster such boldness?
She had traversed the Divine Land for countless years, yet never encountered a cultivator this brazen.
"You're nothing but a puny Divine Honorable Realm cultivator, daring to disrespect the Nine Heavens Divine King like this. You must be weary of life!"
On the plaza,
a Divine Venerable Realm Eighth Layer cultivator fixed a furious glare on Ye Yun and bellowed.
Nine Heavens Divine King?
Ye Yun paused in surprise for a moment.
He rummaged through Supreme God Sovereign's memories but found no trace of that name.
The Divine Land spanned immensely.
The Supreme Realm resembled a single speck amid a vast starry expanse.
Therefore, Supreme God Sovereign's knowledge of the Divine Land remained partial and incomplete.
So, it was entirely expected that he wouldn't know this Nine Heavens Divine King.
"Brother, you don't know who the Nine Heavens Divine King is?"
A voice transmission reached Ye Yun from a nearby middle-aged man.
"I don't know her."
Ye Yun replied via voice transmission while shaking his head.
"The Nine Heavens Divine King, Emperor Jiuying—how can you not even know her name? I'm speechless!"
The middle-aged man shook his head and swiftly retreated several steps, wary of Ye Yun's bad luck rubbing off on him.
Witnessing this, Ye Yun simply grinned.
No matter if it was Nine Heavens Divine King or Emperor Jiuying, in his view, they were mere ants.
Moreover, Ye Yun found the Nine Heavens Divine King quite appealing and hoped she'd act as his guide.
"Lord Nine Heavens, this fool speaks recklessly and has insulted you. Allow me to discipline him on your behalf!"
A Seventh Level God Venerate Realm man marched forward, rage boiling within him.
"No need."
Emperor Jiuying's gaze lingered on Ye Yun as her lips curved into a smile, her eyes sparkling with intrigue.
This cultivator kept catching her off guard, igniting her curiosity.
"Miss, have you agreed then?"
Noticing Emperor Jiuying's shift, Ye Yun opened his arms and asked with a grin.
"Let's head out together."
Emperor Jiuying declared.
Her words stunned the entire crowd instantly.
The fearsome Nine Heavens Divine King, renowned for her ruthlessness, had actually consented to travel with this impertinent Divine Honorable Realm cultivator.
What in the world was going on?
As everyone remained dumbfounded in shock, Emperor Jiuying reached Ye Yun's side, her stunning visage blooming into a charming smile.
"Let's move!"
"Sure!"
Ye Yun grinned back, ignoring the stupefied stares, and proceeded side by side with Emperor Jiuying.
With Emperor Jiuying's presence, their journey proceeded without hindrance, not even Three Fire God Cult members daring to block them.
"Friend, may I know your surname?"
Emperor Jiuying advanced ahead, eyes forward, a playful glint in her lovely gaze.
"Long Yunzi."
Ye Yun replied with a faint smile, feigning surprise as he murmured, "Incredible, only after hearing them did I learn you're the mighty Nine Heavens Divine King."
"Mere reputation, feel free to call me Jiu Ying..."
Emperor Jiuying smiled serenely, momentarily shedding her lofty Nine Heavens Divine King aura.
Ye Yun nodded.
This Emperor Jiuying proved flexible and poised, impressing him further.
"Greetings, Nine Heavens Divine King!"
A Three Fire God Cult elder approached and bowed deeply.
Emperor Jiuying gave a slight nod.
"Honored Lord, the Demonic Flame Sect Master's Divine King ascension ceremony is imminent. Please come with me..."
The elder bowed low deferentially.
"Very well!"
Emperor Jiuying agreed with a nod.
The elder rose, cast a glance at Ye Yun, then pivoted silently.
At that instant,
he viewed Ye Yun solely as Emperor Jiuying's follower.
Led by the elder,
the pair passed through myriad structures, reaching the ceremony's grand plaza.
The plaza teemed with throngs of people.
Encircling the plaza stood elevated platforms adorned with lavish canopies.
About a dozen such canopies dotted the area; Ye Yun scanned them, discerning they reserved spots for God King Experts.
In contrast, Divine Honorable Realm and Divine Monarch Realm cultivators crowded the plaza below, without any seating.
The disparity in status was staggering.
Ye Yun glanced around and spotted the Sun God King in one plaza corner, overseeing the order.
Now, the Sun God King had discarded Eastern Emperor Taiyi's attire, wearing instead the Three Fire God Cult's signature Yang Fire Line flame-hued robe.
His face stern and resolute, he stood motionless like a sentinel statue.
"Sun God King..."
Ye Yun's mind stirred abruptly, sending a discreet voice transmission.
The guarding Sun God King's expression shifted suddenly; he frantically swept his eyes across the crowd, hunting the transmission's origin.
He sought the Supreme God Sovereign.
For that voice hailed from the Supreme God Sovereign, his greatest dread!
Observing the jittery Sun God King, Ye Yun chuckled softly and trailed Emperor Jiuying beneath the canopy.
"Am I imagining things?"
The Sun God King searched repeatedly yet failed to locate the Supreme God Sovereign, questioning his senses.
The Supreme God Sovereign wasn't some obscure entity; if present at the Three Fire God Cult ceremony, he'd occupy a prominent plaza spot.
But no sign of the Supreme God Sovereign appeared on the plaza.
Hence, Sun God King suspected an illusion.
...
Within the canopy,
Emperor Jiuying noted only one chair available and frowned slightly.
"Bring another seat."
Emperor Jiuying commanded.
The attending elder jolted at her order.
This youth in white robes held just a Divine Honorable Realm cultivation— what right did he have to share a seat with the Nine Heavens Divine King?
Wasn't he merely her attendant?
"Are you deaf to my command?"
Emperor Jiuying snapped icily.
"Right away, please hold on!"
The elder broke out in sweat, rushing to grab a chair and set it next to hers.
Emperor Jiuying nodded approvingly.
Turning to Ye Yun with a smile, she said, "Today, we sit side by side as peers—what do you think?"
"Perfect!"
Ye Yun responded with a composed smile, utterly at ease.
At that instant, Emperor Jiuying's enchanting eyes flashed with fascination.
She grew more convinced that Long Yunzi hid depths.
Were it not for the onlookers,
she'd eagerly probe Long Yunzi's true capabilities.
To determine if this Long Yunzi possessed genuine talent or was all show.
Yet, seating equally thrust him straight into the spotlight.
Soon,
they'd witness if Long Yunzi could endure the scrutiny.
"Greetings, Nine Heavens Divine King!"
"Greetings, Nine Heavens Divine King!"
From neighboring canopies, God Kings rose one by one, cupping fists in salute to Emperor Jiuying.
"Greetings to fellow Divine Kings."
Emperor Jiuying reciprocated with clasped hands, her demeanor aloof.
"Nine Heavens Divine King, who's that beside you? How does he merit sitting equally with you?"
A burly man built like an iron pagoda, quick to temper, demanded right after courtesies.
Emperor Jiuying offered no reply.
With the Nine Heavens Divine King staying mute, other Divine Kings knitted their brows.
What was this about?
The companion of Nine Heavens Divine King bore only Divine Honorable Realm cultivation, yet presumed equal seating.
Someone questioned it,
yet Nine Heavens Divine King evaded a direct response.
What's the meaning of this?
Swoosh!
A sudden streak of light flashed as a black-robed middle-aged man materialized ghost-like before Emperor Jiuying.
This black-robed middle-aged man commanded a First Layer God King Realm cultivation—tall, gaunt, hook-nosed, with narrow eyes, sallow complexion, exuding a sinister vibe.
"Who are you?"
The black-robed man glowered at Ye Yun hostilely, demanding in a grave tone.