The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor Chapter 1722 - 1719: Return to World Mountain

"Your Majesty’s real name is Xia Zhi."

"Your Majesty was born right on the summer solstice, which is why His Majesty’s father chose this name."

Feeling cheerful, Xia Yuan revealed the backstory behind the Heavenly Dragon Emperor’s true name.

Yet this revelation caused Ye Xuan’s spirits to plummet.

So it wasn’t God Destruction after all...

"Young Master Ye, whatever you desire, speak it out—this old man will make it happen!"

Xia Yuan declared with utmost sincerity.

That day, Ye Xuan’s action had not just relit His Majesty’s soul lamp but fully brought His Majesty back to life.

Hence, regardless of Ye Xuan’s demands, he’d grant them without hesitation!

Hearing those words, Ye Xuan didn’t hold back and stated outright, "Hand over half the national treasury from this Heavenly Dragon Dynasty to the Emperor Immortal Sect. The outer Heavenly Dragon Dynasty must do likewise, delivering it to the Eternal Mountain Ye Family."

Even without lifting a finger extra, Ye Xuan seized the chance to reap massive gains.

Zhou Youwei: "..."

East Desolate Wolf: "..."

Mountain Ridge Venerable: "...?"

All three fell utterly silent.

What a daring request this was.

Still, Xia Yuan stayed quiet after hearing Ye Xuan’s demand.

The East Desolate Wolf inwardly figured the veteran Emperor General would refuse—it was simply too excessive.

Moments later, Xia Yuan inquired, "Just that much?"

"Eh?!"

Shock struck both the East Desolate Wolf and Mountain Ridge Venerable.

Was he implying their master’s ask was too modest?!

Wow!

This was the Emperor General in action?!

What boldness!

What grandeur!

They both marveled with fresh admiration.

Ye Xuan shot Xia Yuan a sideways look: "Are you hoping I’ll strip your Heavenly Dragon Dynasty bare? I’m a principled guy; I won’t stoop to such ruthless acts."

Zhou Youwei rolled her eyes involuntarily.

Xia Yuan clasped his hands and stated, "Young Master Ye, your generosity shines through—permit this old man to pay his respects."

With that, he bowed profoundly to Ye Xuan once more.

"Fine, you handle this affair; I’m off now."

Ye Xuan dismissed it with a wave, refusing to dawdle.

Xia Yuan refrained from detaining him, since he had to locate His Majesty. Ye Xuan’s demand? He dispatched aides right away to execute it—mere child’s play!

With His Majesty’s return, all terms could be discussed.

Draining the treasures of both Heavenly Dragon Dynasties posed no issue at all.

Ye Xuan assigned the East Desolate Wolf and Mountain Ridge Venerable to oversee the transfer.

Delight exploded across the faces of the East Desolate Wolf and Mountain Ridge Venerable.

Half the treasuries from two Heavenly Dragon Dynasties—imagine the heaps of heavenly materials and earthly treasures!

Yet in that instant, realization dawned on them.

Their master had likely foreseen this exact scenario when deciding to bring them!

What visionary brilliance!

Truth be told, their hunch hit the mark.

Ye Xuan had summoned these two specifically for this purpose.

The East Desolate Wolf and Mountain Ridge Venerable had proven handy at his side earlier, but nowadays they served merely as envoys.

They couldn’t match Ye Xuan’s swift stride anymore.

Truthfully, beyond Zhou Youwei, nobody could keep pace with Ye Xuan.

Exiting the Heavenly Dragon World, Ye Xuan’s initial remark was: "Youwei, ever come across the name God Destruction?"

Zhou Youwei gave a faint headshake: "No idea about it. Why do you ask?"

At last, Ye Xuan divulged the Heavenly Dragon Emperor’s secret.

He believed the Heavenly Dragon Emperor wasn’t the original but hailed from the Dou Tian Divine Domain.

Zhou Youwei knitted her brows upon hearing it: "Maybe so—plenty of mighty figures exist in the Dou Tian Divine Domain."

"Then what part did you take in those events?"

Ye Xuan promptly probed.

Rolling her eyes, Zhou Youwei replied, "As I’ve said before, certain matters are off-limits; I’ve locked them away. No use pressing me."

Ye Xuan massaged his brow, a headache brewing.

Sure enough, no further details emerged.

Youwei had shared plenty earlier, but he’d already grasped most of it.

What he truly craved remained sealed within Youwei, beyond his reach.

That encompassed her true identity and her involvement in that ancient clash.

He remained in the dark about it all.

Truly vexing.

Just then, Ye Xuan eyed the World Mountain beneath them.

"Time to check how Huang Yue’s been building up the Daozhou Mountain God Dao."

With a mere notion, Ye Xuan soared toward the World Mountain alongside Zhou Youwei.

"Greetings, Emperor Ye!"

An ancient Mountain God materialized to offer homage before Ye Xuan even touched down.

Hailing from the Mountain God Realm, this ancient Mountain God possessed fearsome power.

Ye Xuan gestured dismissively for the Mountain God to step back.

Unhindered, the pair alighted upon the World Mountain.

Their prior visit lingered in memory...

Once the Mountain God Realm ceremony concluded, Ye Xuan departed without revisiting the Mountain God Dao.

Arriving now, Ye Xuan and Zhou Youwei made directly for Jiao Yiqiu’s former small courtyard.

Sure enough, Huang Yue occupied it still.

Despite past pranks with his master Jiao Yiqiu, Huang Yue revered him profoundly—a true devotee of master-disciple bonds.

Post Jiao Yiqiu’s passing, the courtyard endured untouched.

"Husband, what’s wrong?"

As they approached the courtyard’s edge, the voice reached Ye Xuan and Zhou Youwei.

"Has Huang Yue tied the knot?" Surprise colored Zhou Youwei’s tone.

Ye Xuan’s face twisted in even greater oddity.

They stepped inside the courtyard.

Right then, a youth in archaic robes strode out from the inner chamber, brow furrowed.

Trailing him came an alluring woman clad in scant attire.

"Long time no see—how’s life treating you?"

With a teasing half-smile, Ye Xuan addressed the youth leisurely.

Joy lit the young man’s features at Ye Xuan’s sight: "Young Master Ye, what brings you here?!"

"Miss Zhou."

Next, Huang Yue offered Zhou Youwei a formal salute.

"Young Master Ye?!"

Startled by Ye Xuan, the alluring woman hastily bowed in reverence.

Ye Xuan eyed her casually and remarked at ease: "Not bad."

Awkwardness washed over the alluring woman.

Huang Yue dismissed with waves: "Misunderstanding here. Bai Yuting and I share nothing. She keeps calling me that; I’m powerless against it."

Bai Yuting, the alluring woman, was none other than the insistent follower from the Ancient Great World’s Southern Ancient Mountain God Dao, who trailed from the Mountain God Realm.

At Huang Yue’s denial, tears brimmed in Bai Yuting’s eyes as she wailed: "Husband, how can you be so cruel?"

Huang Yue’s expression soured darkly; stiffly, he uttered, "Please step out first—I need to chat with Young Master Ye."

Bai Yuting batted her eyes with a grin: "But I wish to talk with Young Master Ye too."

Her original aim in joining Daozhou Mountain God Dao was to approach Ye Xuan.

Unexpectedly, Ye Xuan held no ties to Daozhou Mountain God Dao whatsoever...

Devoid of opportunity, barred from returning to Southern Ancient Mountain God Dao, she lingered stranded on World Mountain.

"Young Master Ye, you have to help me out..."

Bai Yuting tried snuggling into Ye Xuan’s arms.

Yet a figure intercepted her.

Zhou Youwei gazed steadily at Bai Yuting and stated coolly: "He’s my husband."

Bai Yuting froze in shock.

Huang Yue’s visage grew grimmer still as he yanked Bai Yuting away.