The Strongest Dandy in the City Chapter 2354 - 2343: Entering

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Previously on The Strongest Dandy in the City...
Ye Chenfeng, a cultivator from the Central Continent with sealed meridians, is discovered by members of the Ancient Realm's Zhu and Cheng families. While the Zhu family sees him as weak and wants to kill him, the Cheng family decides to take him in. Their decision is complicated by a looming conflict between the Cheng family and a powerful Zhou disciple, a conflict Ye Chenfeng chooses to get involved in.

A Spirit Boat drifted silently above an expansive, densely forested mountain range.

Zhu Zhize and Zhu Tianlei made their descent, leaping from the Spirit Boat directly towards the peaks below.

Grabbing onto Ye Chenfeng, Cheng Yuanmu also jumped off the Spirit Boat. As they fell, he effortlessly stored the enormous vessel into his storage ring.

Cheng Yiyao, naturally, followed closely in tow behind Cheng Yuanmu.

The closer they approached the thick mountain range, the more agitated the Green Flame within Ye Chenfeng’s Dantian became. He was uncertain of where Bai Xiaorou and the others had been sent. As for Wu Lingxiang and Jiang Caixuan, being natives of the Ancient Realm, they possessed the capability to manage their circumstances regardless of their destination.

However, Bai Xiaorou, with her Heavenly God Realm strength, and Zhao Jinpeng, a Divine King Realm expert, should be able to navigate most situations. Ye Chenfeng resolved to wait until his own strength was restored before embarking on a search for Bai Xiaorou.

Upon reaching the mountain floor with Ye Chenfeng, Cheng Yuanmu immediately sped ahead towards the right.

The valley, once hidden by a powerful Formation, had been discovered by individuals from both the Zhu and Cheng families. Now, Heavenly God Realm experts from both factions stood guard at the valley entrance, having already alerted their respective families through clandestine channels upon its discovery.

Within this formidable mountain range resided numerous mythic beasts. Yet, during their journey, the beasts Cheng Yuanmu encountered were all below the Divine King Realm, posing no significant threat and being dealt with immense ease.

Cheng Yiyao maintained her proximity to her ancestor, Cheng Yuanmu, consistently. They did not consider Ye Chenfeng a liability, a testament to their genuine kindness. Such benevolence is exceedingly rare in the Cultivation World.

After approximately half an hour of swift travel.

They traversed a remarkably dense patch of flora, where each blade of grass stretched over two meters in height. This vegetation was entirely black, adorned with sharp, menacing thorns.

Cheng Yuanmu enveloped Ye Chenfeng in a protective layer of Spiritual Energy. Even without this safeguard, the thorns would have posed little threat to Ye Chenfeng's Mid Divine Honor Realm physique. Bewilderingly, Cheng Yuanmu and Cheng Yiyao remained oblivious to Ye Chenfeng's robust physical constitution, nor did they make any effort to ascertain it.

Previously, Zhu Zhize had conducted an investigation, revealing Ye Chenfeng's bone age to be merely thirty and noting the complete absence of Spiritual Energy within his Meridians. Consequently, they presumed that a thirty-year-old, even with some cultivation, would be utterly insignificant in the Ancient Realm.

Emerging from the dense grassland, Ye Chenfeng's gaze fell upon the colossal entrance to a valley.

Zhu Zhize and Zhu Tianlei were already positioned at the opening.

Alongside Zhu Zhize and Zhu Tianlei stood two middle-aged men, both Heavenly God Realm experts from the Zhu and Cheng families, who had initially located this secluded site.

Upon their arrival at the valley's mouth, Cheng Yuanmu and Cheng Yiyao promptly sought details from the Cheng family's middle-aged Heavenly God Realm expert, who had ventured into the valley on several prior occasions.

The entrance was gargantuan, emanating a palpable, chilling aura. The middle-aged Heavenly God Realm expert from the Cheng family slowly recounted his knowledge of the place.

Cheng Yuanmu and Cheng Yiyao grasped that the valley's internal laws were exceptionally strange. Within its confines, Spiritual Energy and the Sea of Consciousness were severely inhibited, preventing cultivators from unleashing their full might; only their physical prowess could be employed.

During his previous explorations, the middle-aged Heavenly God Realm expert from the Cheng family had encountered no peril within the valley, noting the abundance of various treasures scattered throughout. However, the valley extended to an astonishing depth, creating an illusion of infinite expanse.

The Heavenly God Realm experts from both the Zhu and Cheng families exhibited a pronounced reluctance to venture deep, experiencing mounting unease the further they proceeded.

Having acquired a general understanding of the valley's conditions, Cheng Yuanmu directed a glance at Zhu Zhize. Despite finding Zhu Zhize profoundly irritating, recognizing that the valley's discovery was a joint effort by both the Cheng and Zhu families, he stated, "We can enter now."

The middle-aged Heavenly God Realm experts from each family, having previously explored the valley and possessing some familiarity with its layout, were designated as guides for the current expedition.

Zhu Zhize shot a frigid glance towards Ye Chenfeng, remarking, "This brat cannot be left unattended. Should he vanish while we are inside, the valley's secrets might be compromised. Therefore, he must accompany us."

Zhu Tianlei, still harboring resentment from his earlier inability to vanquish Ye Chenfeng, his gaze burning with murderous intent, fixed upon Ye Chenfeng and declared, "Alternatively, I could dispose of this trash right now."

Ye Chenfeng, who had intended to enter the valley anyway, readily assented, responding, "I will go in with you."

At the outset, a pact was made between Cheng Yuanmu and Cheng Yiyao: Ye Chenfeng was to be left outside the perilous interior, his capabilities appearing no different from an ordinary person. However, his agreement, coupled with Zhu Zhize and Zhu Tianlei's resolute demand that he not be abandoned, ultimately swayed their decision.

Cheng Yiyao, with a facade of innocent charm, confided in Ye Chenfeng, "Stay close to me later, don't stray."

Noticing his hesitant demeanor, she added, "What’s wrong? It’s perfectly acceptable for you to call me 'sister,' being only thirty years of age."

Cheng Yiyao, a woman of vivacious, doll-like charm, had been reserved due to earlier concerns. Now, with her spirits somewhat buoyed, she playfully nudged Ye Chenfeng with a wink.

Ye Chenfeng could only acquiesce to the situation with resignation.

With Ye Chenfeng's inclusion confirmed, Zhu Zhize and Zhu Tianlei ventured forward, led by the middle-aged man from the Zhu family, who resided in the Heavenly God Realm.

Upon their entry into the valley, Cheng Yuanmu and Cheng Yiyao exchanged a look before Cheng Yuanmu addressed Ye Chenfeng. "Kid, be cautious within; the Spiritual Qi is suppressed. Even if you face grave peril, my aid might be insufficient."

After delivering this stern warning, Cheng Yuanmu and the middle-aged man from the Cheng family also entered the valley.

Ye Chenfeng and Cheng Yiyao trailed closely behind them.

Within Ye Chenfeng's Dantian, the Green Flame pulsed with an unusual intensity, straining against its confines, eager to break free unless restrained.

...(To be continued. If you enjoy this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to cast a recommendation vote or a monthly vote. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)