School Beauty's Personal Crazy Young Master Chapter 1817 - 1903: The Great Battle Approaches

Witnessing Bai Shisi floating serenely in the void and observing him, Chen Nan felt an intense desire to perish. He questioned if this was the karmic retribution for his own inattentiveness.

Recollecting his profoundly embarrassing recent display, he was certain that every demon and cultivator present in Lingxiao City had witnessed his mortification. The sheer humiliation was almost unbearable.

A quick assessment revealed the four women and the Black Feathered Chicken were all visibly amused, as if observing a complete simpleton.

"Alas, how could they possibly comprehend the depths of my sorrow, my companion?"

Chen Nan retreated into the void, dispirited, intending to resume his spar with Bai Shisi. However, from a distance, a verdant figure accompanied by a recognizable aura was rapidly approaching.

This approaching figure was none other than Ji Yueshen. Despite the several hundred miles separating them, Chen Nan could acutely sense the potent killing intent radiating from the other party.

His demeanor shifted instantly, and he declared with feigned sincerity, "Master Shisi, I was merely jesting with you moments ago. Haha, let us hasten to meet Lord Cang Yue. I have numerous inquiries I wish to pose to him."

Without any prompting from Bai Shisi, Chen Nan now took the initiative, seizing her arm and propelling them both toward the direction of Lingxiao Pavilion.

Bai Shisi, however, countered with a shake of her head, "The esteemed elders have already departed from this location. The current protective barrier serves to safeguard the multitude of cultivators and demon gods attending the treasure appraisal conference at our Demon God Mountain; passage in and out remains relatively unhindered for us."

Chen Nan felt on the verge of retching. Was this how she intended to manipulate him? If she had conveyed this information earlier, would he have subjected himself to such public embarrassment?

Master Shisi was undeniably entertained, observing Chen Nan's crestfallen expression with distinct satisfaction. This young man had become excessively conceited after vanquishing the Tongtian Five Elders and subsequently achieving Tianjun rank. Unexpectedly, this recent predicament had served to temper his arrogance.

Upon seeing Bai Shisi project a surge of power towards a specific section of the barrier, it parted in response, unveiling an egress sufficiently large for a single individual. Chen Nan swiftly made his exit.

An unparalleled opportunity lay before him. Beyond the confines of Lingxiao City, was the world not a vast, boundless expanse awaiting his exploration?

"Little Huo, maintain your focus. Ensure you properly escort your godmother and the others. Should any unforeseen dangers arise outside Lingxiao City, we must have an escape route, don't you agree?"

Attempting to slip away unnoticed by the eight formidable powerhouses who had emerged from Demon God Mountain this time was akin to scaling the heavens. Yet, without a modicum of foresight, was one not merely a passive spectator?

Consider this: what if forces from the Outer Domain were to launch an invasion, and the paramount figures at Demon God Mountain became embroiled in an indecisive conflict? He could then seize the moment to abscond and transfer the valuable goods – wouldn't that be a stroke of genius?

Throughout this period, Master Xuan Tianji had refrained from contacting him, leaving Chen Nan with a palpable sense of unease. His master had previously stated he was temporarily holding back the Heavenly People Clan, but the duration of this 'temporary' period remained unknown.

Even though their collective might, stemming from ancient lineages, had waned, they were still formidable opponents, certainly not to be trifled with by entities like the Demon Clan Supreme. Nevertheless, a subtle disquiet gnawed at Chen Nan's heart.

The Heavenly People Clan possessed immense power, and as aggressors, it was improbable that they would be easily subdued; otherwise, this conflict with the Heavenly People would not have endured across the ages.

Bai Shisi guided them beyond Lingxiao City, traversing the successive mountain ranges of the Demon God Mountain, ultimately emerging into the Star Domain Void adjacent to Demon God Mountain.

Previously, when Chen Nan had observed this vista through the Hidden Heaven Mirror, he had felt no profound reaction. However, now, standing physically outside, he was overcome by an immense sense of awe, compelling him with an almost irrepressible urge to kneel in reverence, as if an emperor had materialized or a king had been reborn.

He cast a glance towards the Black Feathered Chicken and the Fire Qilin accompanying him; both were trembling subtly. One possessed a Devil Core, the other a Divine Beast Bloodline, evident signs that they too were struggling against this overwhelming pressure.

"What manner of entity resides within that fractured void? Merely by remaining behind the barrier, it projects such a terrifying aura. If it were to manifest, would we not be instantly annihilated?" Chen Nan mused inwardly, utterly astonished.

"Chen Nan, your arrival is finally noted. Ninth Elder was unable to personally greet you on this occasion due to pressing matters, and you were almost deceived by someone falsely impersonating me as a fiend. Rest assured, I shall not forget this slight," declared Nine Clawed Fire Glass, acknowledging his oversight.

Given his admission, Chen Nan had no further recourse. Casting his gaze among the assembled Eight Great Demon Gods, he discerned a middle-aged man of ordinary appearance, yet radiating an aura starkly distinct from the others, seemingly supported by the very stars.

"Greetings to the master of Demon God Mountain, Lord Cang Yue. I recall the favor you bestowed upon me with the Blood Gourd last time," Chen Nan stated, prioritizing relationship building. If circumstances shift later, at least let this past kindness be remembered. Why must I be so unlucky? This time, I'm certain I'll be double-crossed by that lesser lord.

Cang Yue's face creased into a smile, his gaze fixed upon a section of the void. "Moon God of the Ji family, do you also intend to meddle in these troubled affairs?"

The moment he spoke, a verdant figure emerged from the void. Bai Shisi observed the green entity, appearing to have anticipated its arrival.

The green figure was, in fact, the young maiden Ji Yueshen. She had seized the opportunity when Bai Shisi opened the barrier, escaping Lingxiao City along with the dispersing crowd.

"Cang Yue, do others not perceive your true nature? But do I not? You espouse benevolence and morality while scheming against everyone! You’ve ensnared us all within Lingxiao City using the barrier, all to welcome your old companion, isn’t that correct?"

Ji Yueshen pointed accusingly at Lord Cang Yue, a lethal aura emanating from her countenance. "I have no concern for your machinations, but Chen Nan must accompany me."

Cang Yue offered no denial. "I have awaited this very day for millennia, even orchestrating the so-called treasure appraisal conference to draw powerful individuals to Lingxiao City. This was to minimize any disruption to my brother's return to the Four Extremes World. Your assessment is accurate."

"However, Chen Nan possesses significant ties to my old acquaintance. If you presume to abscond with him today, you are gravely mistaken."

Casting a dismissive glance at Ji Yueshen, a spark of combativeness ignited within Cang Yue’s eyes.

A shiver traced Chen Nan’s spine. He was aware of Ji Yueshen’s formidable capabilities, yet he never fathomed that the guise of a young girl concealed a power rivaling that of a Supreme Expert. If Cang Yue claimed he wasn't a Supreme, Chen Nan would never believe him, even at the cost of his life.

"Senior, who is the individual about to emerge from the void, who has connections to me?" Chen Nan inquired, his curiosity piqued beyond restraint.

Cang Yue emitted a soft chuckle. "Do you comprehend the reasons behind Ji Yueshen's persistent pursuit of you? Allow me to reveal the truth: she is, in essence, the Yin Yang Saintess you previously encountered. She was born as twin sisters, one Yin and one Yang. Yet, upon reaching their fifteenth year, the Yin twin endured while the Yang perished, effectively merging into a singular, true Yin Yang Saintess."