The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor Chapter 1766 - 1763: News of Opportunity

Upon hearing those words, the elder immediately dashed forward without uttering another syllable, making his way toward Ye Xuan and his two companions.

Yet, Ye Xuan and the others showed zero interest in proceeding that way, choosing instead to veer off to the side.

Witnessing this sight, the elder felt a surge of anxiety and promptly shouted in a booming voice, "Three fellow Daoists, please wait. I am He Tianlang from the Xuanzhou Loose Cultivation Alliance!"

"Looks like he's facing some trouble and hoping for aid."

Tushan Chen observed and murmured softly.

Still, Tushan Chen refrained from agreeing hastily, turning his gaze toward Ye Xuan instead.

Though he held the title of Fox King of Qingqiu, he now served under Ye Xuan, requiring all decisions to align with his leader's commands.

"No need to get involved."

Ye Xuan replied coolly.

For one, Ye Xuan could instantly spot the solution hidden within that Hai Dong.

Moreover, there was zero reason for him to step in.

Forget a minor Loose Cultivation Alliance—even the famed Great Emperor Immortal Sect of today barely warranted Ye Xuan's glance.

As Ye Xuan and his group prepared to depart, He Tianlang abruptly grew desperate.

Desperation breeds mistakes.

True enough, speeding across the Blood Sea's surface, he churned up massive waves.

From those surging sprays, the forms of those previously devoured by the Blood Sea resurfaced.

"What an idiot!"

Hai Dong's expression darkened instantly upon spotting the emerging figures amid the splashes.

This He Tianlang proved far more liability than asset.

The rest of the Loose Cultivation Alliance members paled in terror, too scared to utter a word.

"Fellow Daoists, please halt!"

He Tianlang kept yelling at Ye Xuan, desperate to hold them back.

He Tianlang raced ahead, kicking up endless sprays in his path.

Forced to pause, Ye Xuan and his companions stood still.

The disturbance had reached them now.

Tong Wuji eased his right hand onto the Black Sky Blade's hilt and inquired, "Emperor Ye, do we step in?"

Ye Xuan gave a faint headshake, replying, "No need—he's doomed."

Bang!

Right after those words escaped him, a Great Sage Realm beast from the initial wave thrust out a massive claw straight toward He Tianlang.

In the wave creature's view, the swiftest runner screamed 'escapee,' making it the prime target!

"No————"

He Tianlang at last grasped the folly of his panicked rush, managing only a scream before the enormous hand crushed him down into the Blood Sea, vanishing from view.

Moments later, more creatures burst forth atop the splashing waves.

The majority belonged to the Great Sage Realm.

This sight terrified the Loose Cultivation Alliance members utterly.

Hai Dong couldn't hold back a string of curses.

All he spat was how brainless He Tianlang acted, pondering what slop he'd been raised on to reach such stupidity, and how he ever climbed the Loose Cultivation Alliance's ranks.

Yet curses changed nothing—the urgent issue remained subduing the waves and traversing the Blood Sea safely.

Hai Dong's mind raced swiftly, his eyes fixing on the far-off Ye Xuan as he bellowed, "Fellow Daoists, I beg your joint assistance."

He was certain these newcomers would act regardless of his plea.

He Tianlang's blunder had dragged them into the mess too.

"Should we make a move, Emperor Ye?"

Tushan Chen glanced at Ye Xuan and whispered.

"Naturally." Ye Xuan responded steadily, "Simply suppress those waves up front."

Hearing that, Tushan Chen asked nothing more and promptly set to soothing the turbulent splashes.

Through their journey, Tushan Chen had mastered this chore.

Besides, though He Tianlang had roiled plenty of waves, only a handful truly threatened them.

Before long, the sprays settled completely.

Ye Xuan and his group then advanced once more to depart.

This infuriated Hai Dong, who hastily cried out, "Fellow Daoists, don't be so ruthless. Aid me, and I'll share a tremendous opportunity you won't want to pass up!"

No matter how Hai Dong hollered, Ye Xuan and companions paid him no heed.

Clenching his teeth, Hai Dong roared, "Deep in the Great Ruins lies an Immortal Treasure. Help us three, and I'll disclose everything."

The words 'Immortal Treasure' made Ye Xuan halt abruptly, his brows knitting slightly as he eyed the remote Hai Dong.

Could it be among the Nine Great Immortal Treasures?

Ye Xuan couldn't confirm.

Still, few knew of any Immortal Treasure—only a select few.

How could a simple loose cultivator possibly know such a thing?

Ye Xuan pondered every detail without oversight, then ordered Tong Wuji and Tushan Chen to lend a hand to Hai Dong.

It was beyond his control if Hai Dong chose to guard the secret later.

Observing from afar as the trio at last moved to assist, Hai Dong heaved a sigh of relief.

He sneered inwardly. No matter your true identity, the whiff of profit draws you into motion.

Such is the nature of this world.

Hai Dong shot a glance back at the Loose Cultivation Alliance members, a chill gripping his heart.

In his eyes, these fellows proved entirely worthless.

Absent the trio's intervention, he would have activated that forbidden technique, offering them up to guarantee his survival.

Setting aside more contemplation, Hai Dong linked up with Tong Wuji and Tushan Chen to subdue the raging waves.

In the process, Hai Dong marveled at how the power of these two ran impossibly deep and staggeringly formidable!

That black-robed youth hadn't so much as stirred a finger from start to finish.

He clearly held the position of true commander.

As the surges finally subsided, Hai Dong drew near Ye Xuan, cupped his fists, and bowed low, declaring, "I am Hai Dong. Thank you all for your help."

The others bowed too in thanks, vowing warm reception if they ever visited the Loose Cultivation Alliance.

Those promises drew a lip curl from Hai Dong; absent his bait of the Immortal Treasure, the three would never have aided.

"Cut the nonsense, talk about the Immortal Treasure,"

Ye Xuan eyed Hai Dong and stated indifferently.

Hai Dong dipped his head faintly. "Certainly, I'll explain. Word reached us of an Immortal Treasure in the Great Ruins' depths, brimming with vast might, rumored to forge an Immortal Body."

His words carried a fiery spark in Hai Dong’s gaze.

Though bearing a perfected Sacred Body himself, he coveted an Immortal Body too.

For an Immortal Body marked the hallmark of a Great Emperor.

Ancient annals confirmed that every possessor of an Immortal Body ascended to Great Emperor rank.

Hence, its temptation proved irresistible to all!

"Able to create an Immortal Body?"

Tushan Chen and Tong Wuji, hearing this, betrayed instant confusion.

Did such a marvel truly exist?

Ye Xuan kept his face serene, inquiring mildly, "Where did you get your information?"

Hai Dong shifted uncomfortably at the question. "In any case, the information is reliable."

A nearby Loose Cultivation Alliance elder at late Great Venerate Realm coughed softly before revealing, "No need to hide it from the three benefactors, the information comes from the Elders’ Council of the Loose Cultivation Alliance. According to the Council, the information was revealed from the Quasi-Emperor inheritance obtained by the Yuhua Mysterious Woman of the Yuhua Immortal Sect."

Hai Dong flicked a sidelong look, brimming with irritation toward the elder.

(ps: There are four more Chapters in the evening.)