Unstoppable Martial Arts: Starting with brother's wife and young sister Chapter 891 477: Liu Sheng and Zhan Tian Join Forces! (Part 3)

"Why is that old geezer acting so eagerly?"

Chen Xuan muttered under his breath.

Ye Jinghong had mentioned that securing the Winged Spinning Dragon Beast proved extremely challenging, even for a powerhouse like Zhan Tian.

Despite the immense difficulty, the old man had volunteered his help without hesitation.

"Could this old geezer have taken a fancy to me?"

Beyond that explanation, Chen Xuan couldn't fathom any other reason.

...

"Got it at last."

"Cursed thing, it sure knows how to conceal itself."

Suspended in the sky, Zhan Tian grumbled while glaring at the remote island, irritation clear on his face.

Liu Sheng, meanwhile, cast a sharp look his way.

Wasn't the Dark Moon headquarters supposed to be incredibly hard to locate?

And yet, mere days had passed.

When Zhan Tian sought him out, claiming Chen Xuan desired the Winged Spinning Dragon Beast—and especially after learning how Chen Xuan obliterated Shen Tong with one punch—he could no longer stay put.

He promptly led Zhan Tian across the ocean in pursuit of Dark Moon's base.

After over three days of searching, they had finally pinpointed it.

"Hey, Old Liu, how much power do you reckon that ancient undying fossil retains nowadays?"

Zhan Tian elbowed Liu Sheng lightly.

"What, feeling afraid?"

"Ridiculous!"

Zhan Tian's eyes widened in outrage; him, scared? Absurd.

At full power, that ancient undying monster would overpower him, and even with Liu Sheng's aid, they'd face grave peril.

But currently… hmph!

That relic ought to have perished ages ago, clinging to life for countless years with his vitality all but spent—what fighting prowess could he muster now?

Zhan Tian was merely intrigued.

"Fine, stay vigilant. That old fiend has endured for hundreds of thousands of years; heaven knows what tricks he possesses. Caution first, negotiation if possible."

"Agreed, I'll follow your lead."

Zhan Tian nodded; impulsiveness wasn't his style.

Acquiring the Winged Spinning Dragon Beast peacefully suited him perfectly.

"Let's move!"

In a flash, the pair vanished from their spot, materializing at the island's formation gateway.

"Boom!"

Zhan Tian unleashed his aura, which rocketed skyward.

In an instant! The void quaked.

Everywhere the aura swept, space fractured, and ocean waters erupted into colossal waves.

At the aura's epicenter, space split cleanly asunder, refusing to mend.

Such was Zhan Tian's might.

A mere burst of his presence shattered the heavens and earth.

Rapping on doors like some commoner? Not for Zhan Tian—who did he think he was?

They ought to come out and welcome him.

On the island.

From within the lofty structures, the Great Elder in his purple copper coffin abruptly snapped open his eyes, as a violet glow exploded from the coffin, bathing all of Dark Moon island in purple radiance.

"Great Elder!"

The Second Elder hurried in, finding the copper coffin already calm once more.

"Second, welcome our visitors?"

The Great Elder intoned gravely.

"Those two...."

"No visitors arrive idly. Zhan Tian and Liu Sheng together at Dark Moon spells trouble."

The Great Elder voiced his concern.

"Might it relate to Great Yu…"

"Speculation helps nothing. Go now; I'll emerge if required."

"Understood!"

The Second Elder assented, the arrival of Great Yu's two giants weighing heavily even on the Great Elder.

At the formation's entrance.

"Rumble…."

A deep thunderous noise suddenly echoed.

"Ha, they've shown up!"

Zhan Tian smirked broadly.

"Talk before fighting."

"Got it!"

With that, the Second Elder's form materialized before them.

"What occasion brings you two esteemed ones to Dark Moon? It's truly an honor."

The Second Elder approached with cupped hands, a warm smile on his face.

"Ji Ze, centuries have flown by—you're nearing the eighth level."

Liu Sheng remarked amiably.

"Embarrassing; despite all these years, no breakthrough in realm for me."

Ji Ze hadn't heard his name spoken like that in ages.

In Dark Moon, save for the Great Elder's "Second," all called him Second Elder with utmost respect.

"Pray tell, what matter brings you here today? Speak freely."

Ji Ze maintained utmost humility.

Helplessly so—these two were Great Yu's colossi, one commanding the Three Judicial Departments, the other the Ritual Department; Dark Moon dared not provoke them.

"Chatting right here?"

Zhan Tian scoffed lightly.

"Ah… my oversight, Ji Ze's fault. This way, please!"

He stepped aside, gesturing invitingly toward the island.

"Very well!"

Liu Sheng nodded, and the pair trailed him inward, utterly at ease.

United with Zhan Tian, only Emperor Yu could check them.

Guided by Ji Ze, they reached Dark Moon's central palace.

Maidservants poured Spirit Tea before withdrawing quietly.

Now, solely the trio lingered in the grand hall.

Zhan Tian lifted his cup, blew gently, sipped delicately, "Hmm? Excellent brew!"

One taste invigorated him completely.

To refresh him so profoundly highlighted the Spirit Tea's rarity.

"Hehe!"

Ji Ze laughed softly, "Honored guests merit the finest Spirit Tea; if Elder Zhan enjoys it, Ji Ze will prepare some for you to take."

"Wonderful, I'll accept with pleasure."

Why decline such a treasure from Ji Ze?

After savoring the Spirit Tea and some idle chatter, Ji Ze probed their intent once more.

"May I ask the reason for your visit?"

At those words, Zhan Tian signaled Liu Sheng to explain.

Liu Sheng placed his cup down, eyed Ji Ze steadily, and spoke measuredly, "Word has it Dark Moon possesses a Winged Spinning Dragon Beast. A young kin of ours requires it for Body Tempering. Might Dark Moon part with it?

"Any terms are open for discussion.

"So long as they're reasonable, we'll consent."

Suddenly!

Ji Ze's grin solidified in place.

Winged Spinning Dragon Beast!

He never anticipated their target.

A family junior?

So Prince Xuan belonged to their circle—no surprise his boldness against Dark Moon.

Yet the Winged Spinning Dragon Beast tied to the Great Elder's life extension; no terms would sway him.

Slowly he stood, cupped his fists, and declared, "My regrets, Dark Moon cannot relinquish the Winged Spinning Dragon Beast; forgive us, Chief Eunuch Liu."