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Chapter 533: Little Fatty vs Lion King! (2)

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Naturally, while a Legendary Set was extremely powerful, making use of the power was not just so simple. To make full use of the thirty two times of strength, one had to fully activate the power of each individual Consolidated Equipment piece, transferring and gathering all the power together in a concentrated burst. That was exactly what Zhou Weiqing was doing now, gathering all the power into his right arm, to the 'crying-face' Hammer in his right hand!

Another massive explosion, and Gu Site's entire body was savagely smashed into the ground without any suspense, with both his legs drilled right into the icy ground of the cavern. Although with his tough and powerful Heavenly Emperor Stage body, his arms and legs were not broken by Zhou Weiqing's terrifying strength, the blood he had been forcing himself not to spit out previously finally came out. Zhou Weiqing landed right beside Gu Site, his hammers striking out at Gu Site's head for the third time in an explosive strength. Taking on the impact of the previous hit was no issue for his powerful body in the Dragon-Tiger Transformation state.

Gu Site was extremely vexed! The reason why he was now in such a disadvantage was because he had severely misjudged Zhou Weiqing's power, and that underestimation had led to him being surprised by him so many times. Growling angrily, he concentrated hard and the brilliant shimmer of the Divine Guardian Angel appeared around him, protecting his body.

Alas, almost at the same time, another illusory figure appeared behind Zhou Weiqing. This time, it was the Demonic Dragon Lady.

How many Skills with the Heavenly Skill Image does this brat have?! The thought sprang up simultaneously in both the Lion and Tiger King.

Still in shock, Gu Site had no time to be angry as he hurriedly circulated his Heavenly Energy to the maximum with his hands facing upwards, his entire body spinning in a whirlwind as powerful gold light sprang forth. The light soon turned into a massive gold tornado, fully enveloping his body.

In Gu Site's eyes, it was without question that Zhou Weiqing was once again using a Heavenly Skill Image to neutralize his Divine Guardian Angel Skill before his hammer with that terrifying strength landed once more. Having just used two powerful Skills, he was for a short time indisposed from using too much Heavenly Energy, and he had no choice but to now use his strongest Skill to defend himself.

Alas, this time Gu Site had guessed wrongly. Zhou Weiqing had been striking down at him with such swift and fierce momentum, but the next moment he actually stopped in midair, his wings spreading apart and causing his body to hover right before he actually reached the Divine Guardian Angel barrier. In the short moment of time, the Heavenly Skill Image of the Demonic Dragon Lady had fully coalesced and his prepared Skill was ready to be used.

As the purple red light glowed in the air, Xue AoTian couldn't help but furrow his brow. How could the Lion King make such a 'newbie' mistake?

Although Gu Site had told himself over and over that this young man in front of him was no ordinary six-Jeweled Heavenly Jewel Master, he was still a Heavenly Emperor stage powerhouse… how could he not have feelings of disdain and underestimate his opponent? Furthermore, Zhou Weiqing's series of actions and abilities had truly gone beyond any of the present powerhouses' expectations and judgement. It had just been too shocking. Even Xue AoTian had been caught by surprise several times, let alone Gu Site. As such, the Lion King had not been able to bring his full power into play, falling into Zhou Weiqing's rhythm and trap. At this moment, Zhou Weiqing had made use of this 'Inertia of thinking' that Gu Site had fallen into to spring this new trap.

The purple red flash of light appeared within Zhou Weiqing's formation, and his body did an about-turn in midair, as he retreated to the side to wait. A faint smile appeared on his face as he looked at the Lion King Gu Site. He was in no rush at all, and he could now afford to sit and wait for a while.

The Divine Guardian Angel Skill had indeed come into effect, and this powerful Skill had an 'Absolute' effect as well. If Zhou Weiqing tried to use his Dragon Silencing Seal on Gu Site now, it would be totally wasted. However, though the Divine Guardian Angel Skill was indeed powerful, but just like the Six Ultimate Skill Manipulation Formation, it had its own set of limitations. In this case, the flaw was simple – when the user was within the Divine Guardian Angel Shield, he would not be able to move about, or unleash another Skill. This was the reason why Gu Site's spinning body was unable to move, and could previously only circulate his Heavenly Energy into the gold whirlwind of light to protect himself.

As a result, Zhou Weiqing could now wait calmly at the side. No matter how fast the Lion King could unleash his next Skill, it could not be faster than the Dragon Silencing Seal that Zhou Weiqing now had prepared to go at anytime. As for Clashing of Heavenly Skill Images, it had to be activated within a certain time limit of the Heavenly Skill Image being summoned; once it was fully coalesced, that was no longer possible.

Due to that fact, normally a Clash of Heavenly Skill Images was done by a later Skill used to neutralized an earlier one. That was to say, Zhou Weiqing could have used his Heavenly Skill Image to neutralise the Divine Guardian Angel, but not the reverse.

As such, Gu Site was now stuck using a powerful defensive Skill for nothing, as well as wasting his Heavenly Energy in the whirlwind of light, and was unable to do anything about Zhou Weiqing's Dragon Silencing Seal.

Calm, unhurried and confident. Those words could be used to describe Zhou Weiqing at this point. Who could have imagined that a mere Upper Level Zun Stage Heavenly Jewel Master could push a Heavenly Emperor Stage powerhouse to such a degree, even one so restricted like Gu Site had been!

Abruptly, two bouts of purple-red light shot out from Zhou Weiqing's eyes, before it flickered off once more. All of a sudden, the Divine Guardian Angel Skill around Gu Site vanished without warning.

It was the Clash of Heavenly Skill Images! However, just as Gu Site was overjoyed, thinking that Zhou Weiqing had not been able to resist in using his Dragon Silencing Seal to neutralise his Divine Guardian Angel Skill… the next instant, a purple-red vortex appeared over his head. His Skills were suddenly all restricted!

What … what the **** is going on?! Once again, Zhou Weiqing's actions were unreadable to the Lion King Gu Site. the Dragon Silencing Seal had clearly been used to Clash with his own Divine Guardian Angel Skill, yet… yet… how could it still come into effect?

Let alone Gu Site, even the Tiger King Xue Aoying who had a bird's eye view of everything going on was utterly confused. Of all the powerhouses present, only Long Shiya who was familiar with all of Zhou Weiqing's Skill could fully understand what was going on. Even Xue AoTian could only vaguely guess what had happened.

Xue AoTian's judgement was that Zhou Weiqing had somehow activated yet another hidden Heavenly Skill Image Skill, using that to neutralise the Divine Guardian Angel Skill before activating the Dragon Silencing Seal in the same instant.

His judgement was indeed accurate. Zhou Weiqing had actually used the Demonic Dragon God Seal, also from the Demonic Dragon Lady, to neutralise the Divine Guardian Angel Skill. As the Heavenly Skill Image was also of the Demonic Dragon Lady, he was able to superimpose and disguise it perfectly. In truth, if he had attempted to actually use this Skill, it would be Zhou Weiqing himself asking for death. After all, not only was Gu Site far stronger than him, he also had the Spirit Attribute. The Demonic Dragon God Seal would not only have been useless, it would have probably been returned to damage himself. However, just like with the Time Reversal Skill, using it to neutralise the Divine Guardian Angel Skill was a whole different matter. Once again, another perfect timing and a worthwhile trade of a useless Skill to neutralise the Divine Guardian Angel Skill.

Zhou Weiqing might not have much, but he definitely had tons of Skills. In fact, the powerful Heavenly Skill Image Skills he had were no lesser than most Heavenly King or Heavenly Emperor stage powerhouses. Six Attributes! He could pretty much go Skill Storing at will. In fact, even now, after reaching the fifth and sixth Jeweled stage, he still have many 'empty slots' that he had not Stored Skills yet.

The Absolute effect of the Dragon Silencing Seal had come into effect! That meant that within the next minute, the Lion King Gu Site was no longer able to summon his Consolidated Equipment or use his Stored Skills. Even if the former was already restricted, but the latter was a major blow indeed. So what if he was using Heavenly Energy of the eight-Jeweled stage? Facing a six-Jeweled Heavenly Jewel Master with Six Ultimate Godly Light Formation, five God Tier Consolidated Equipment of a Legendary Set… what could he do? Furthermore, Zhou Weiqing still had the Dragon-Tiger Transformation!

With a hearty laugh, Zhou Weiqing's entire body pounced towards Gu Site like a bolt of lightning, the twin Hammers in his hands swirling eagerly. This time, he was not trying to last as long as he could, but was actually attempting to defeat the eight-Jeweled Lion King Gu Site!

Seeing Zhou Weiqing leap at him, Gu Site suddenly understood. This fight, even if were his son with his full power, facing this six-Jeweled little brat, he might not even win.

With no Stored Skills to use, restricted at the eight-Jeweled Heavenly Energy… am I really going to lose?

Gu Site's eyes suddenly turned calm and serene. Facing the pouncing Zhou Weiqing, his face turned expressionless, only lifting his right hand slowly towards to incoming youth.

Ten yards. Zhou Weiqing was barely ten yards from Gu Site. With his charging speed, that was closed in barely a blink of an eye.

Gu Site's raised right hand had his palm outwards facing Zhou Weiqing, as if attempting to stall Zhou Weiqing's attack. Yet, everyone around could see that he might block one attack, or even two, but without any Skills or Consolidated Equipment and with his Heavenly Energy restricted, how long could he last against that terrifying strength of Zhou Weiqing?

A relieved and satisfied expression flickered across Long Shiya's face, while a hidden flicker of happiness flashed in Xue AoTian's eyes before it disappeared, hidden away. The Tiger King Xue Aoying also had a gleeful look on his face as he chuckled at the Lion King's misfortune. However, in an instant, an abrupt change erupted.

Just as Zhou Weiqing was about to strike Gu Site, he suddenly saw the Lion King's palm light up with a crimson red glow.

In that moment, the Seal restricting Gu Site burst apart, and he resumed his Heavenly Emperor stage cultivation level.

Smashing apart the Seal, releasing an attack. The entire process happened in a split second. Just as the expressions of the other three powerhouses froze, a resonant lion's roar rang out as a huge gout of crimson flame swallowed Zhou Weiqing entirely.

The flame connected right back to Gu Site's palm, and the fire spouting out formed the image of a giant lion in midair. As the huge crimson lion formed, the temperature of the entire icy cavern rose abruptly. Besides a single leg that was outside the flames, Zhou Weiqing's entire body was engulfed in the flames.

"NOOOOO!!!!" Long Shiya howled in crazed rage. He no longer cared that it was a competition, and with a flicker of his arm, a terrifying Heavenly Energy smashed into Gu Yingbing, sending him flying. Another palm strike lashed out at Gu Yingbing while at the same time, his entire body pounced towards the Lion King Gu Site.

Xue AoTian was already by his side in a flash. Naturally, he would not allow his disciple to be killed like that, and he quickly blocked the enraged blow which would have finished Gu Yingbing off. However, he did not attempt to block Long Shiya from pouncing on Gu Site.

A terrifying aura burst out from Long Shiya's body, his entire 'Hate Sky no Handle' Legendary Set appearing all at once. The Silver octagon plum blossom Hammer still glowing with the dark gold light of being summoned, smashing down hard on Gu Site in a frenzy.

Chapter 534: Little Fatty vs Lion King! (3)

Translator: Zen Translations Editor: Zen Translations

Indeed, Long Shiya had almost gone crazy. He instantly recognized the Flame that Gu Site had released, taking on the form of a huge lion. It was the Personal Core Fire of the Heavenly Divine Earth Spirit Lions, the Earth Spirit Heart Flame! Let alone Zhou Weiqing with a mere six-Jeweled cultivation level, even a Heavenly King Stage powerhouse would evaporate from such an attack, an instant death indeed. It was no easy feat to summon the Earth Spirit Heart Flame, even for Gu Site. Not only was it a massive drain, it would seriously damage his life force and vitality.

No matter what calculations and expectations Long Shiya had, he had never imagined that Gu Site would actually break the rules of the competition just like that, resuming his Heavenly Emperor Stage cultivation level and using his Personal Core Flame to destroy Zhou Weiqing.

When Gu Site had realised he had been tricked, the fury in his heart was burning to an unbelievable point. He had always had a hot temper, and with the Heavenly Divine Earth Spirit Lion blood burning hot within him, in his sheer rage he had lost control. Who was he? He was the King of the WanShou Empire, a noble Heavenly Emperor Stage powerhouse! To be forced to such a stage by a mere brat of six-Jewels, to even lose to such a person, how could he stand it?!

As the saying goes, 'Anger rises from the heart, and evil will then rise from the gall bladder'1 Gu Site instantly made the decision not to let Zhou Weiqing leave this place alive, even if he had to fall out with Long Shiya. There were three powerhouses here on the side, including himself, and if the Entropic Nether Tiger was willing to help out, they might even be able to kill Long Shiya as well. As such, he had flung caution to the wind and launched his attack. He had been confident that Xue AoTian would not sit back and watch Long Shiya kill Gu Yingbing.

The Lion King's estimations had all been correct, but he had missed one point. That was… he was still stuck in the Absolute effect of the Dragon Silencing Seal, and he now had to withstand the crazed fury of Long Shiya in that state.

*BOOM* A single hammer blow. The Lion King's body was sent flying by Long Shiya like a cannonball shot from a cannon, smashing savagely into the mountain. The next moment, a bout of light followed suit into the freshly opened hole. Gu Site had actually been smashed by the hammer right through the Heavenly Snow Mountain and back outside! This time, even if he did not die, he would definitely be severely injured.

"Show mercy!" At this point, the Tiger King Xue Aoying had no choice but to intervene. Although he did not like the Lion King, and did not get along well with him, he could not just sit back and watch the King of the WanShou Empire get slaughtered by the Six Ultimate Heavenly Emperor!

"Get lost." By now, Long Shiya did not care about anything or anyone else. The brilliance behind his back forming his own figure, almost making it seem like own body had grown huger. The light around the octagon plum blossom Hammer brightened a hundredfold as it whistled brazenly towards the Tiger King.

Xue Aoying's expression changed. Although he was able to use his own Skills and Consolidated Equipment, he dared not take such a furious blow from Long Shiya! Immediately, his body moved aside.

"Bro Long, calm down. Zhou Weiqing is not dead." At last, Xue AoTian appeared, using his own body to block the fresh new hole, a snow white long spear in his hands. Behind his own back, a similar glow of his own illusory figure flashed. With a flick of his spear, he blocked Long Shiya's hammer, and the entire cavern seemed to groan slightly in the massive impact. Originally, the exit which housed the large number of Heavenly Beasts had constant sounds of heavy breathing, but it was instantly silenced. After these Heavenly Beasts sensed the sheer aura and power of the two powerhouses clashing, they did not even dare let any sense of their presence be felt.

In a direct clash of physical strength, even Xue AoTian would not dare to do so against Long Shiya with his entire 'Hate Sky no Handle' Legendary Set. As such, he could only subtly parry the blow as best he could.

As soon as Long Shiya heard Xue AoTian's words clearly, his anger diminished. Subconsciously, his head snapped to where his precious disciple had been.

The next moment, Long Shiya was dumbfounded, staring dazedly as he stopped.

Zhou Weiqing had not been devoured by the Earth Spirit Heart Flame like he had thought, and he was just standing right there. His entire set of Consolidated Equipment had all disappeared, but he seemed totally unharmed. The only embarrassing thing was that he was now totally naked, standing right there in his birthday suit in a rather ridiculous sight that even Zhou Weiqing himself was stunned by. Luckily, his entire skin was still covered by the purple scales, so it still wasn't too obvious. The certain 'object' between his legs was swinging slightly, and if one looked closer they would be able to see it.

Long Shiya almost slapped himself silly. Indeed, how could he have forgotten!

No matter how powerful that Earth Spirit Heart Flame was, how could it be of any effect to his disciple? After absorbing the Solidified Dragon Spirit, Zhou Weiqing was pretty much immune to fire.

The Earth Spirit Heart Flame was the Personal Core Fire of the Heavenly Divine Earth Spirit Lions, and under the restriction of not being able to use his Consolidated Equipment and Stored Skills, this was the strongest attack that Gu Site could use. Alas for the poor Lion King, his attack was fully of the Fire Attribute. Although that terrifying attack has caused Zhou Weiqing's entire Legendary Set to dissipate, his body remained unharmed.

In a flash, Long Shiya appeared beside Zhou Weiqing, examining his precious disciple up and down, even that 'certain object' got a glance. Only after he was certain that Zhou Weiqing was totally alright did he heave a sigh of relief.

However, despite the fact that Zhou Weiqing was fine, that did not mean the Six Ultimate Heavenly Emperor's rage was assuaged. He spun around abruptly, turning his gaze to Xue AoTian. His eyes were cold, but he did not say anything. Pulling Zhou Weiqing's hands, he said solemnly: "Let's go, Little Fatty."

"Bro Long, wait a minute. I will give you a reckoning on this matter." Even for Xue AoTian, seeing Long Shiya like this caused him some anxiety. He knew that if he allowed Long Shiya to leave like this, there would be severe repercussions. In fact, let alone Long Shiya, currently Xue AoTian's heart was filled with rage. He had never imagined that the Lion King Gu Site would actually disregard his own pride and status to do something so shameless as to attack Zhou Weiqing with full power. If Zhou Weiqing truly died, Long Shiya aside, Xue AoTian would not let Gu Site go so easily.

"Aoying, go bring the Lion King back here." Xue AoTian said gravely. His expression was already extremely ugly.

Long Shiya took a deep breath, suppressing the rage in his heart. After all, this was still the Heavenly Snow Mountain, and they still had not achieved their original goal in coming here.

Zhou Weiqing said softly: "Master, I am fine."

Long Shiya glared at him and said exasperatedly: "Just because you gained a slight advantage, you thought you could press it? Did you forget who your opponent was?!"

Zhou Weiqing gave a helpless look. He had also been given a huge fright, not having expected that the Lion King would actually go all out on him. In that instant, there had been zero chance for him to dodge the blow. Although Long Shiya did not spell it out, Zhou Weiqing knew that his Master was reminding him that if Gu Site had not used a Fire Attribute attack, perhaps he would be dead now.

However, was that really the truth of the matter? At that moment, Zhou Weiqing did not try to explain himself to Long Shiya; after all, his Master was not wrong to lecture him. In truth, when he had sensed the Lion King's attack, in the last split second Zhou Weiqing had managed to react and release a Skill. With that unique Skill, even if the Lion King was not using a Fire Attribute attack, Zhou Weiqing still had some confidence that he could at least survive it, if barely.

Before long, the Tiger King had brought the Lion King back.

Gu Site's current look was truly miserable and desolate. His right hand hung limp at his side, looking like the bones within had been totally shattered. Even if he could keep the arm, it was not going to be a simple matter to heal it.

At the same time, his chest area had clearly sunk in, and his face was ashen. Blood seeped out of all his seven orifices, and his eyes were clearly dim. From just one look, it was clear that Gu Site was severely injured.

Long Shiya had previously thought that he had killed Zhou Weiqing, and in his rage, he had struck out with all his might, supported by his entire 'Hate Sky no Handle' LEgendary Set. The Lion King had originally been weaker than Long Shiya, let alone without any of his Consolidated Equipment. Being able to stay alive was already a testament to how powerful his body and cultivation was.

Seeing the Lion King once more, Long Shiya's eyes were filled with a violent killing intent. Raising the hammer in his hands, he said coldly: "Gu Site, you bastard. We are now mortal enemies, I swear I will kill you. You don't want your face anymore? You even dare bully a mere junior. Just you wait, this old man will ensure that your entire Heavenly Divine Earth Spirit Lion Tribe is wiped out."

"Bro Long, please calm down. Allow me to handle this matter." Xue AoTian's face was stern as he spoke.

Gu Site did not react to either of their words, instead staring dazedly at Zhou Weiqing. He could not believe that Zhou Weiqing was still alive, even unharmed, after taking a head-on blow of his Earth Spirit Heart Flame. Yet, there he was standing there, wearing his clothes!

How could this be!? Why is this happening? Zhou Weiqing had given him just too many shocks today. Was that brat really six-Jewels? Gu Site's heart was filled with questions.

Gu Yingbing remained uninjured, as Xue AoTian had received the blow that Long Shiya had struck at him. He quickly rushed to his father's side, and rays of healing Divine energy shone upon his father's body. However, his head remained bowed down, and he did not dare look at Zhou Weiqing, as his face was filled with shame. He was still young, not as experienced and vicious as his father. Having such a thing happen had diminished his strong fighting spirit.

Xue AoTian looked at the Lion King coldly and gave a cold humph. "You have thrown away the face of the Heavenly Snow Mountain. There is no longer any need to continue with the competition. You can go now, and tell all the guests that the wedding is cancelled."

"Ahh?" Only then did Gu Site react, his face darkening as he said: "Mountain Lord, I admit that I have made a grave mistake. We have indeed lost this second test, but… isn't there still a third test?"

Xue AoTian said coldly: "You still have the face to mention a third test? What is your status, your power? Have you gone stupid being the King of the WanShou Empire? How old is Zhou Weiqing? What did I tell you previously? I said. You can get lost now. Yingbing will no longer inherit my Heavenly Snow Mountain Lord position. Yingbing, you escort your father back. In a month, I want to hear that you have assumed his position as King of the WanShou Empire. Otherwise, don't blame me for taking care of it myself."

Enforcing his will strictly and swiftly. That was truly the way to describe Xue AoTian. In a matter of moments, he had already made his choice and judgement. He did not even give Gu Yingbing a third chance. Not because of Long Shiya's threats, but because of his own face, and the honour and dignity of the Heavenly Snow Mountain.

Chapter 535: Tian'er, I love you! (1)

Translator: Zen Translations Editor: Zen Translations

This was also not because he had such high regard for Zhou Weiqing, or placed so much importance on him. It was because he could not have his face thrown like that. He had set the rules, and under his watch, Gu Site had still dared to do such a thing. That was tantamount to slapping the face of the Heavenly Snow Mountain Lord. How could he possibly continue on with this competition?

"Master." With a loud thud, Gu Yingbing knelt down in front of Xue AoTian, his eyes reddening. "Master, please give me a chance. Since young, I have loved Tian'er for twenty years. I beg you, please give me a chance for this last fight. My father was wrong, and I am willing to apologise for it, apologise to both you and Zhou Weiqing. However, I cannot just let Tian'er go like this, I am not satisfied."

Gu Yingbing could be said to be raised and taught fully by Xue AoTian. Looking at the tears in his eyes, the ugly expression on Xue AoTian's face eased up. However, since he had already spoken, he would not change it easily. With another cold humph, he waved his sleeve, motioning that they could leave.

Gu Site did not expect that Xue AoTian would be so strict, even down to stripping him of his Lion King position. This was the power of the Heavenly Snow Mountain, and in the entire WanShou Empire, only the Heavenly Snow Mountain Lord could dominate and control everything.

Although Gu Site was angry inside, he dared not say anything. He was clear that he had already severely angered Xue AoTian. If he continued protesting, even if Xue AoTian killed him or crippled him, the Heavenly Divine Earth Spirit Lion Tribe would not dare say a thing. Currently, his heart was only filled with sorrow and regret.

Seeing that his Master would not change his mind, all of a sudden, Gu Yingbing turned to Zhou Weiqing. Gritting his teeth, he said: "Zhou Weiqing, my father's mistake, I will bear it. However, I beg you, please give me a chance to contest you one last time." As he said that, he suddenly lifted his right hand to grip his left shoulder. Before the surprised looks of all the others present, there was a ripping sound, and he forcefully tore his entire left arm off.

"Yingbing!" Gu Site was shocked. Despite his injuries, he leaped forward to hold his son. Regret filled every nook and cranny of his mind. He had never imagined that a sudden rash decision of his would result in his son paying such a price.

Seeing Gu Yingbing do something like that, even Long Shiya's expression changed. Clearly, Gu Yingbing truly loved Tian'er, and it was not just a matter of the Heavenly Snow Mountain Lord position.

Do not think that just because they had the Divine Attribute, they would be able to regrow his arm. That was an impossible feat. Even if they could re-attach his arm, the damage to his nerves and meridians could never be fully repaired. That was to say – Gu Yingbing's actions had fully severed his future chance of ever reaching the Heavenly God Tier stage. No matter how hard he worked in the future, his future would only be the Heavenly Emperor stage.

Gu Yingbing stood up slowly, but he did not reveal any signs of pain. His eyes staring into Zhou Weiqing's eyes, he said solemnly: "You are able to come all the way up to the Heavenly Snow Mountain to fight for Tian'er, and I can see that you truly love Tian'er as well. However, I feel the same way. I do not wish to lose to you for some other reasons. Please give me a final chance to compete with you. If you win, and Tian'er is willing to go with you, then the betrothal between myself and Tian'er is nullified. However, if you lose, then I ask that you do not tangle with her any longer. Even if she does not love me now, I will use my own love and feelings to touch her heart."

Seeing Gu Yingbing's stubborn gaze, Zhou Weiqing's eyes sparked with respect. Nodding to him solemnly, he said: "Although you are my love rival, I have to admit that you are truly worthy of respect. I agree. Let us use this final round to determine the final victor. However, before the third round begins, fix your arm first. Otherwise, I will not feel happy with such a victory."

Xue AoTian looked at Gu Yingbing, then sighed softly. "Child, why torture yourself like this?" As he said that, he waved his hand, and the torn arm at the side flew into his grip. Carefully, he attached it back to Gu Yingbing's shoulder, and in a brilliant flash of gold, he personally started healing his disciple.

The Tiger King Xue Aoying watched from the side, nodding to himself inside. Compared to Gu Site, he approved of Gu Yingbing far more. No wonder Big Bro was willing to accept him as disciple and was willing to pass him the position of Heavenly Snow Mountain Lord in the future. Alas, it looks like everything has changed now. Who would imagine things would have turned out this way today?

The healing did not take too long; with Xue AoTian's powerful Heavenly God Tier energy, it did not take long for him to reattach Gu Yingbing's arm. Of course, even he was not able to fully heal the arm, and it would be a long time before he could even use it normally. Gu Yingbing would have to spend time to nourish it with his own Heavenly Energy for it to resume some working in the future, but it would never be the same again.

Xue AoTian looked at Gu Yingbing, then back at Zhou Weiqing, and he said solemnly: "No matter which of you becomes my son-in-law, I am very satisfied already. Alright, this last test will no longer be held by me. After all, you will be contesting to be Tian��er's husband, so I will have her make the final choice."

Hearing those words, Gu Yingbing was extremely anxious. He knew how important Zhou Weiqing was to Tian'er, and if she was the one to make the choice, he would have no chance at all.

Naturally, Xue AoTian could see Gu Yingbing's face change. Solemnly, he said: "Yingbing, do not be so anxious. This time, I am having Tian'er make the choice under a particular circumstance. I have temporarily Sealed Tian'er's memories, and she only has her own instincts. Under such a circumstance, each of you has five minutes to profess your love to her, to use your words to move her. In the end, whoever she chooses will be her husband. This time, there is nothing to do with your cultivation level or fighting capabilities, but whether or not Tian'er can accept you."

Hearing Xue AoTian's words, Gu Yingbing finally calmed down. Both he and Zhou Weiqing exchanged glances, their eyes filled with fighting spirit. Neither of them would give up easily. Five minutes. They only had five minutes of time. Immediately, both of them lapsed into deep thought, thinking how they would use their words to move Tian'er.

Xue AoTian gave the Tiger King a signal, hinting him to keep watch of Gu Site and not allow him to cause anymore trouble. He then turned around and left the cavern, clearly going to bring Tian'er here.

The icy cavern turned silent once more. Long Shiya did not interrupt Zhou Weiqing. This final test was a fight between their charisma and attraction.

Zhou Weiqing closed his eyes, standing there silently. In his mind, the images of all his interactions with Tian'er flashed by. There were sweet memories, warm memories, but also pain and suffering.

Yet, all those were the memories between them! Zhou Weiqing was clear that if he truly wanted to move Tian'er, he could only depend on those memories. So what if they were Sealed away, that did not mean anything! Zhou Weiqing had confidence that he could Awaken her.

It did not take long for Xue AoTian to return. When he came back, not only did he have Tian'er along with him, but also a beautiful, black clad middle aged woman.

Black was considered a taboo colour in the Heavenly Snow Mountain. The reason why Long Shiya wore black was because he was using it as a provocation to Xue AoTian. For this middle aged beauty together with Xue AoTian to wear black, her status must be quite unique.

As for Zhou Weiqing, he instantly recognized the middle aged lady to be Tian'er's mother, the Entropic Nether Tiger, Phelia. Of course, this was her in human form now.

He quickly took a step forward, bowing respectfully: "Hello, Aunty."

Phelia smiled faintly but did not say anything, remaining beside Xue AoTian, with her arms wrapped around Tian'er's shoulders gently. No one else could imagine that this black clad beauty was actually a Heavenly God Tier powerhouse, no lesser than Xue AoTian or Long Shiya.

Zhou Weiqing's gaze flew from Phelia to Tian'er. Currently, she was dressed in her usual white gown, but her brilliant and moving purple eyes had lost all lustre. Zhou Weiqing had not seen Tian'er in such a long time, and seeing her so suddenly, he could not help but feel his eyes water.

Tian'er had lost weight… indeed, it was all his fault! She had actually lost so much weight. Originally, she had been buxom and well curved, but now she looked so emaciated, her face pale like she had gone through a major illness. Even her perfect skin had lost its usual glow and radiance.

Although they had not spoken, Zhou Weiqing could clearly sense that in this period of time, Tian'er had suffered so much. It was all because of him! Zhou Weiqing was filled with hate, hatred towards himself for not being able to protect Tian'er, that he had caused such a girl to suffer so much silently. In that moment, Zhou Weiqing set his resolve that he would not part with Tian'er here, even if he had to die here.

Seeing Tian'er, Gu Yingbing's expression was agitated. He knew that this was his last chance to hold on to his fiancee, to continue being together with Tian'er. It all depended on the next five minutes. In truth, he did not have much confidence in his heart, but he would never give up. Even if it was with his own lifeblood, he would fight for every last possible chance.

Xue AoTian brought his daughter to the center of the cavern, turning to the two youths as he said: "In a moment, I will give each of you five minutes. As you each have your turn, the other will not be able to listen in. I will use my Heavenly Energy to block the other from listening. Since Yingbing is originally Tian'er's fiance, he will go first. Zhou Weiqing, do you have any objections?"

Chapter 536: Tian'er, I love you! (2)

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Zhou Weiqing shook his head without hesitation, his gaze not leaving Tian'er's face. "I believe in Tian'er. Besides myself, Tian'er will never fall for anyone else. If anyone can evoke her memories, it will only be me."

Xue AoTian gave him a long searching look before turning back to Gu Yingbing. "Yingbing, this is your last chance. Although I know that you were originally Tian'er's fiance and all of today's tests may seem unfair to you… I have no choice but to admit that some of Zhou Weiqing's words had been right earlier. I have not been a good father, and I have never really thought of her interests deep enough. As such, this time, in the final choice, I want to leave the choice to her. I do not want her to suffer for the rest of her life. Do you know? This time, Tian'er had already made the preparation to marry you in order to cement to alliance between the relationship between the Heavenly Snow Mountain and the Lion Tribe… and then she would leave us forever… permanently. This is not something I wish to see. If today you can move Tian'er with your words and get her to choose you, then I will not unSeal her memories, and let her be your wife like this. Otherwise, Master can only say sorry to you. I hope you can understand."

Gu Yingbing saw the hint of apology in Xue AoTian's eyes, and nodded gravely. "Master, I can understand your feelings. I will do my best."

Xue AoTian nodded and said: "Alright, let us begin then. I will give you five minutes first." As he said that, Xue AoTian raised his right hand, and a layer of faint gold light spread out, enveloping the family of three along with Gu Yingbing.

On the outside, Zhou Weiqing and Long Shiya could not hear anything, but they could still clearly see what was going on inside.

Five minutes. The last five minutes that would decide if he could spend the rest of his life with his love. In that instant, Gu Yingbing's forehead was filled with sweat. Even when he had torn off his own arm earlier, he did not have such an expression, his eyes filled with hope, yet more unease and anxiety.

Taking a small step forward, Gu Yingbing knelt before Tian'er on a single knee. Right at that moment, Xue AoTian also released his spiritual control over Tian'er, allowing her to resume consciousness.

"Tian'er, it is me. I am your Big Bro Gu!" Gu Yingbing said softly.

Tian'er looked vacantly at Gu Yingbing. Currently, her heart was at a loss, with most of her memory vanished. She only had the memory of everything before five years old, as well as her base instincts.

Originally, Xue AoTian had already set his resolve to allow Tian'er to marry Zhou Weiqing. However, when he saw Gu Yingbing tear off his own arm, it had affected him greatly. After all, Gu Yingbing was the disciple that he had raised all these years, and his actions proved that he truly loved Tian'er. Who was to say that Yingbing could not bring happiness to Tian'er? At least, he was not such a 'playboy' like Zhou Weiqing.

As such, Xue AoTian had decided to leave Tian'er with a five year old memory. This also meant that she would know who Gu Yingbing was, but not who Zhou Weiqing was. Without question, this gave Gu Yingbing an obvious advantage.

Towards her husband's decision, the Entropic Nether Tiger Phelia did not say anything, allowing him to do as he wished.

"Big Bro Gu." A tender voice rang out from Tian'er, sounding so moving and sweet to Gu Yingbing's ears.

Gu Yingbing was overjoyed, moving forward slightly in excitement. "Tian'er, it is me! I am your Big Bro Gu! Big Bro Gu loves you so much, do you remember? I brought you to catch those little snow wolves, you were so scared then, just not long ago. You promised Big Bro Gu that when you grow old, you will become Big Bro Gu's wife. You won't go back on your word right?"

Tian'er looked absently at Gu Yingbing. "Become Big Bro Gu's wife? But… Big Bro Gu, why have you become so old?"

Gu Yingbing started. Even Xue AoTian was helplessly left not knowing whether to laugh or cry. Indeed, he had only left his daughter with her memory of five years. However, that also meant that she had regressed to a mental age of five.

Now… at thirty years old, how could Gu Yingbing possibly looks like when he was fifteen?

After a dazed moment, Gu Yingbing quickly said: "Because Big Bro Gu and Tian'er have both grown up!

"Papa, I am a bit scared. Big Bro Gu… he seems to have changed." Tian'er muttered.

Xue AoTian gently stroked his daughter's hair. In that instant, he seemed to see the precious young daughter who had also stuck by his side, unwilling to part from him. Every time he entered closed door cultivation, she would pout and stare at him unwillingly. In that moment, his heart was filled with love and tenderness.

"Tian'er, then do you like your Big Bro Gu? Big Bro Gu treats you so well, will you be his wife?"

"I like Big Bro Gu." Tian'er said without hesitation. "Big Bro Gu always protects me, so I like him!" Hearing her words, tears streamed down Gu Yingbing's face in joy. "I… I… right? Let me always protect you forever."

Tian'er blinked innocently. "But… liking Big Bro Gu means I have to marry Big Bro Gu? Papa, I do not understand."

Gu Yingbing froze, the hope that had suddenly blazed in his heart crushed in such a massively heavy blow. He could only stare at Tian'er dazedly. For a while, he did not know what to say. Currently, she was just like a little girl, and no matter what he said, she would not leave her father's arms to enter his.

Zhou Weiqing was watching from outside the shield of light. The expression on his face was calm and confident, but in truth, his hands were gripped tightly in fists. In this final moment, how could he not be nervous? No matter how much confidence he had, how could it be absolute?

Although he saw that Tian'er was speaking, and that Gu Yingbing's expression grew more flurried and anxious, Zhou Weiqing did not grow relaxed at all.

Five minutes, why did it seem so slow!

It was as if an entire century had passed before Gu Yingbing finally seemed to be unable to control himself, standing up and moving right in front of Tian'er, pouring out his heart. Alas for him, almost at the same time, the Entropic Nether Tiger Phelia, who had been standing beside Xue AoTian, suddenly gave a soft sigh, clapping her husband's shoulder. The five minutes was now up.

The gold light vanished, and Gu Yingbing was still standing there crying out anxiously: "Tian'er, I am your Big Bro Gu who will protect you forever! Why won't you marry me? Big Bro Gu won't force you, let me hug you please? Just like when we were young."

However, Tian'er seemed to be in a fright, refusing to leave her father's arms as she clung tight to him, not even looking at Gu Yingbing.

At this point, the Lion King Gu Site's face was ashen. Looking at his son, he sighed and said softly: "Foolish child, you were too anxious and impatient. Even if you had a chance, you have thrown it away now." As the saying goes, 'a bystander sees things with a clear mind'. Seeing his son's anxious and flurried look, and looking at Tian'er who had lost most of her memory and was in a fragile state. Being pressed like that, how could she not be afraid?

"Yingbing, enough. If Zhou Weiqing does not gain Tian'er's approval, you will have a second chance later." Xue AoTian sighed, trying to comfort him.

Gu Yingbing's body swayed, his face paling suddenly. With a *Wah* sound, he suddenly vomited out a mouthful of blood as he staggered back a few steps. He suddenly felt like Tian'er was leaving him further and further. If not for the Tiger King Xue Aoying quickly stepping forward to support him, he would have fallen to the ground.

Xue AoTian turned his gaze to Zhou Weiqing. To be honest, he did not wish to see this sight, the precious disciple that he had raised and groomed with all his effort, now taking such a huge blow from his daughter. Worse still, he might not be able to get back up from this setback. All of this was because of this young man in front of him, Zhou Weiqing. No matter how outstanding and talented he was, how could he easily replace Gu Yingbing in Xue AoTian's heart, whom he had raised since young! As such, Xue AoTian's heart was truly complicated.

"It is your turn." Xue AoTian said calmly to Zhou Weiqing.

Zhou Weiqing nodded, moving to five yards from Tian'er before he stopped. At this moment, his fists unclenched again, as he gazed tenderly at her.

Unlike Gu Yingbing, he did not seem agitated at all. On the contrary, he just stood there, staring at Tian'er calmly. Currently, Zhou Weiqing had already changed to a fresh new set of clothes, and he had reined in all his Heavenly Energy, not a hint of aura leaking out. He just stood there simply, looking at Tian'er, his gaze tender and clearly filled with love.

Originally hiding in her father's embrace, Tian'er seemed to sense something, and she slowly lifted her head to look at Zhou Weiqing. In that instant when her gaze finally met his, her entire body trembled slightly. Although she still seemed puzzled and confused, her heart had somehow started racing. This strange looking person in front of her, whom she had no memory of, was somehow tugging at her heartstrings.

At the beginning, her gaze was trying to escape, until it slowly turned dull and sluggish. Tian'er just continued staring back at Zhou Weiqing, as if trying very hard to remember something, yet just being unable to do so. Slowly, a pained expression crossed her beautiful features.

"Fat Cat." Zhou Weiqing said softly.

In that instant, amongst the entire group gathered there, four people froze at once.

As everyone knew, tigers were part of the cat family, perhaps the strongest amongst the cat family. Amongst the entire group, four of them were tigers! Besides Tian'er, the Heavenly Snow Mountain Lord Xue AoTian, the Entropic Nether Tiger Phelia, and the Tiger King Xue Aoying, weren't they all of a Tiger bloodline? With that single phrase 'Fat Cat', the three of them almost vomited blood out.

Chapter 537: Tian'er, I love you! (3)

Translator: Zen Translations Editor: Zen Translations

The three powerhouses' faces turned strange, especially Xue AoTian, whose face was twitching uncontrollably.

At the side, Long Shiya was trying to force a smirk down, as he looked at Xue AoTian with a strange expression on his face. Musing to himself: Fat Cat, Fat Cat, what a good phrase to use. Perhaps I should start calling Old Monster Xue that as well?

However, the same two words had a totally different feeling in Tian'er's ears. Just like a heavy warhammer, smashing right into the closed and locked doors of her heart, causing her entire body to tremble violently. In her entire life, only Zhou Weiqing had called her that, and it was how he had called her in those few years they had spent together.

As Gu Yingbing had already failed, Xue AoTian had neglected to raise the sound barrier once more. As such, all present had actually heard Zhou Weiqing's words.

Tian'er continued looking at Zhou Weiqing, her gaze turning from blank, to dazed, to a strange struggle. She was trying so hard to remember, to remember why this stranger in front of her looked so familiar, yet she did not remember anything about him. Subconsciously, she felt that this person in front of him should be important to her.

"Do you still remember how we first met? You were always so mischievous, yet always loving to hide in my embrace." Zhou Weiqing said softly. His voice was gentle, yet seemed to be filled with a strange magic, every word striking deep into Tian'er's heart.

"Haha. I still remember the first time I beat your buttocks. Although you were still a tiny little white tiger then, but your little buttocks were still so round and soft, anyone would be unwilling to let go." Not far away, Gu Yingbing vomited out another mouthful of blood, as he stared angrily at Zhou Weiqing.

Xue AoTian's expression also turned ugly. He truly wanted to send a slap into that little brat's face! His daughter's buttocks had been touched by this stinking little brat when she was in her main form!

The Entropic Nether Tiger Phelia was still standing at the side, covering her mouth as she smiled faintly. She couldn't help but think to herself, no wonder this naughty little brat was able to attract her daughter. His bad boy look was easy to attract attention indeed.

"At that time, I still did not understand why you were struggling so much. Weren't you just a little tiger, what's the big deal about touching you. At last, only after looking did I realise that you were a little female tiger."

"Waah* Gu Yingbing vomited another mouthful of blood. This time, he couldn't take it anymore, his entire body swaying as he fainted, before being caught by Xue Aoying.

"Bastard, are you trying to die? If you continue talking like that, you better get lost!" Xue AoTian was also unable to hold back any longer, and he growled angrily at Zhou Weiqing. He was starting to regret giving that stinking little brat any chance, such a wretched brat!

Long Shiya looked at Xue AoTian's angrily face and he laughed heartily, saying: "This has nothing to do with me, it is his previous teacher who taught him that."

It was as if Zhou Weiqing did not hear their words. All this while, his gaze was still fixed upon Tian'er. Gently, he continued: "Later on, I still gave you a bath, and that time you struggled even harder. After that, you kept ignoring me for days. Yet, even then, you still did not leave me. From your body, I could vaguely sense some energy reverberations. Later on, many people told me that Tiger type Heavenly Beasts were the top tier amongst all Heavenly Beasts. By then, I already knew that you had your own goals and reasons for staying by my side."

"Your goal was this… right?" As he said that, Zhou Weiqing waved his hands, the two glowing triangles once more, stacking, and in moments he had once again summoned his Six Ultimate Godly Light Formation.

The concentrated light seemed to draw Tian'er's attention, causing her eyes to dull slightly momentarily. The next instant, within the glow of six lights, only two auras remained. Time and Demonic. The two Saint Attributes!

Instantly, Tian'er's body froze, before she started trembling even more. Subconsciously, her hands raised as well, gold and purple flickering in them. The Divine and Spirit Attributes rose up, mingling with the Demonic and Time Attributes of Zhou Weiqing.

They had after all once had intimate relationship, and in that time the four Saint Attributes had gone through a major fusion. Even before that, they had cultivated and trained many times with the four Saint Attributes. In that moment, the attraction between their Attributes and Heavenly Energy was far stronger than anyone else. Even so, as soon as Zhou Weiqing released his two Saint Attributes alone, in that instant, both Xue AoTian and Xue Aoying felt a strong sense of benign warmth, as if they could not wait to step forward to cultivate together with Zhou Weiqing. Of course, due to the sheer gap between their cultivation levels, the feeling was diluted many times over, and they were clear that it was not a huge benefit for them to cultivate with Zhou Weiqing.

Zhou Weiqing slowly walked towards Tian'er, step by step, his hands held out with the two Saint Attributes reverberating around.

As he walked, he continued speaking: "In truth, the time when I truly fell in love with you was on the Heavenly Jewel Island. Originally, I had always been wary of you, as I could sense that you had some purpose and goal for staying by my side. At that time, your cultivation level was far higher than mine, and I dared not do anything to you. However, after the events in the Lustre Spatial Realm of the Heaven's Expanse Palace, my view of you totally changed. After that, when I learned of the demise of my homeland, only you stood by my side. You were even willing to use your most precious possession to ease my despair and hurt. If not for you, I do not know how I could have walked out from that state of depression."

At that time, although my heart was mostly filled with vengeance, I could still clearly sense that it had also been seized by you. Tian'er, do you still remember? Just because you did not want to cause any further trouble for me, and you left me that letter before sneaking away. You signed off with 'Your Tian'er, your Fat Cat.', along with that last question. Now that I have finally seen you again, I must tell you those words that I owe you, the words that I failed to tell you long ago."

As he spoke up to this point, he had finally reached Tian'er. Tears poured down uncontrollably from his eyes. A man does not easily show his tears, only if his heart is truly broken. His hands slowly grasped onto Tian'er's hands, and in that moment, the four Saint Attributes swirled around, above their heads, without any sign of rejection or exclusion, as if they belonged together. Almost instantly, they seemed to fuse together, forming a four-coloured whirlpool spinning right over their heads.

"Tian'er, I love you." As he spoke, Zhou Weiqing was already sobbing.

A spark seemed to enter the dazed orbs of Tian'er. As light slowly returned to them, a faint purple mist emitted from her head, and her body began trembling violently. Tears started streaming down her cheeks like the pearls from a broken necklace, following the curve of her cheek before dropping down.

"Tian'er, I love you. I am your Little Fatty! Please wake up!" Zhou Weiqing called out as he sobbed. His voice was not loud, but at that moment, it infected everyone present.

Gu Yingbing had managed to rouse from his faint with the Tiger King Xue Aoying's help, just in time to see this sight. His already pale face turned even whiter, and he closed his eyes in pain.

"Little Fatty, my Little Fatty… Little Fatty, Little Fatty!" Light seemed to spring from Tian'er's beautiful eyes, and with a sob, she sprang forward abruptly, her arms encircling Zhou Weiqing's neck as she burst into tears.

At last, Tian'er had awoken, The faint cloud of purple mist was the Seal that Xue AoTian had used to Seal her memories.

Zhou Weiqing's imprint in her heart was too deep, just too deep. How could a mere simple memory seal work to remove it? Zhou Weiqing's words, the four Saint Attributes, all of it allowed the seed of memory to grow once more. The young couple who loved each other deeply, after all their trials and tribulations, they finally embraced each other again.

In that moment, all words and descriptions were useless, only the deep feelings and emotions, as if they were melding into one another's body, tying their hearts together, forever.

The ugly expression on Xue AoTian's face slowly relaxed. Sensing the feelings of his daughter bursting out like crazy, he knew that things were already set in stone.

At that moment, his hand was suddenly grasped by Phelia, who said: "Just wish them well… For our daughter to be able to find true love, it is her fortune. Just like originally when we met each other. Although we had no choice but to separate for twenty years, although we also went through our own trials and tribulations, but I will never regret it. AoTian, hold me."

The feelings that Xue AoTian had hidden deep in his heart for twenty years also burst forth, and he pulled his wife in for a deep hug. At that moment, his eyes were moist.

Long Shiya was beaming from ear to ear. Before coming up the Heavenly Snow Mountain, he had estimated that their chance of success was less than ten percent. However, they had done it, they had succeeded. It was not Zhou Weiqing's cultivation level, power, fighting ability or his bloodline, or even his teachings that had won the day… it was an invincible strength in the world – Love!

"Father." After some time, Tian'er finally lifted her head from Zhou Weiqing's chest. Looking at her parents in their own embrace, she leaped over to them, hugging them as well. Looking at this woman in front of her that she did not recognize, her beautiful face was filled with a sudden joy. Love, both of intimacy and kinship, this was what the world spun around for… and at this moment, she had finally received both of them at once. Currently, Tian'er felt like she was overwhelmed with joy, all the suffering that she had once undergone evaporating.

Xue AoTian held out an arm, enveloping his daughter into their joined embrace. At this point, he wished he could hold his wife and daughter forever like this, what an amazing thing that would be!

Unknowingly, Long Shiya had somehow appeared behind Zhou Weiqing. Giving him a kick on the buttocks, he said: "Little Fool! What are you still standing there for?!"

Only then did Zhou Weiqing rouse to his senses, and he scrambled forward quickly. With a thud, he knelt down before Xue AoTian and Phelia, kowtowing three times. "This little son-in-law, Zhou Weiqing, greets his father in law, mother in law."

Xue AoTian gave a humph and said: "Stand up. If you let me know that you ever bully my Tian'er… hmph, hmph, you know what will happen."

Chapter 538: Returning with a beauty! (1)

Translator: Zen Translations Editor: Zen Translations

Zhou Weiqing wiped the tears off his face, smiling joyously as he said: "I can't wait to dote on her, how could I possibly bear to bully her? Please rest assured."

Phelia smiled faintly and said: "Rest assured? It isn't that easy eh, young man, it is not a good habit to spread your love too much."

Seeing Phelia's eyes, Zhou Weiqing couldn't help but feel a chill down his spine. He could only smile and nod, not daring to say anything.

Tian'er turned her head, her gaze moving past Zhou Weiqing to land on Gu Yingbing. She pulled back and turned to Gu Yingbing, bowing as she said apologetically: "Big Bro Gu, I am really sorry. I know that you feel for me, and you have always treated me well. However, my heart already has Little Fatty. I am sorry."

By this time, Gu Yingbing had stood up straight again, his gaze fixed on Zhou Weiqing. He bit his lip and said savagely: "Zhou Weiqing, remember this, it is not done between us. You are currently not strong enough, but you must protect Tian'er well. I will not admit defeat just like this, even if Tian'er marries you, I will not give up so easily."

Zhou Weiqing smiled faintly and said: "Bro Gu, if not for the fact that we are love rivals, I think that we can become friends. Thank you for loving and taking care of Tian'er all these years, you are a worthy opponent who can be respected. Even so, I will not give you any chance to steal Tian'er away from me. She is mine, this life, the next life, and forever."

In that instant, Zhou Weiqing seemed to be giving forth an indescribable glowing power and presence. There were three Heavenly Emperor stage powerhouses and two Heavenly God Tier powerhouses present, but at that moment, it was as if Zhou Weiqing was the center of attention.

Originally, the lights of the four Saint Attribute which had been whirling above Zhou Weiqing and Tian'er's heads suddenly fused together, forming a faint white light pillar which enclosed Zhou Weiqing, causing his entire body to give forth a light of treasure. Right in the middle of his forehead, a white stripe appeared.

This was no longer an ordinary tattoo1, perhaps using the phrase 'line of god' would be more apt. The white line seemed to form the 'King' word, yet like a dragon encircling it, with the outer circle of white light. Such a strange sensation, everyone around could feel it. At the same time, all the environmental energy of the entire icy cavern started rushing towards Zhou Weiqing's body crazily.

"This… this is…" Not even Xue AoTian understood what Zhou Weiqing was going through. Only the Entropic Nether Tiger Phelia's eyes widened in shock.

"Heaven and Earth Primary Tide! How is this possible… how could it be?!" Phelia exclaimed

Xue AoTian looked at his wife in surprise. "Heaven and Earth Primary Tide? What is that?" Without hesitation, Phelia replied: "Only for one that ascends above the Heavenly Dao will have the ability to summon and endure the Heaven and Earth Primary Tide. So, it seems that the legends of old were actually true… The gathering of the Four Saint Attributes can truly cause a miracle that transforms the heavens! After going through this baptism of fire of the Heaven and Earth Primary Tide, his spiritual senses will transcend to Divine Senses, and he will be nearly immune to all forms of spiritual suppression. Furthermore, due to the fact his Divine Spirit will be far above his own Heavenly Energy, his future cultivation will be even faster. Even his body will slowly evolve to be above the Heavenly Dao Stage."

In truth, there were other reasons added together coinciding in this change that Zhou Weiqing was experiencing, and it wasn't just as simple as Phelia mentioned. Otherwise, since Tian'er was also bathed in the whirlpool of the Four Saint Attributes, how did it not have the same effect on her.

Ever since Zhou Weiqing had bathed in the lava of the Fire Spirit Mountain, he had entered a unique state of cultivation. The fusion of the Solidified Dragon Spirit and his Dark Demon God Tiger bloodline was already an existence that surpassed the Heavenly Dao. The reason was simple, both Dragons and the Dark Demon God Tigers could be considered existences that were at the maximum of the Heavenly God Tier, pushing beyond even. No matter how one looked at it, these two should never be possible to fuse together. Yet, somehow Zhou Weiqing had done it, and it had been because of the Four Saint Attributes fusion he had gone through that allowed it.

When that fusion completed, it had already brought Zhou Weiqing's new bloodline to a whole new level, a state that defied the heavens.

That was not to say that Zhou Weiqing would suddenly become invincible or reach the Heavenly God Tier instantly. It was that his body and talent now had the strong potential to surpass the Heavenly God Tier in the future.

Towards this point, even Long Shiya had not been able to make a judgement, let alone Zhou Weiqing.

After all that, Zhou Weiqing had then started training in the Six Ultimate Skill Manipulation Formation, even going so far as to create his own Six Ultimate Godly Light Formation. That had allowed his connection to the world's energies to grow even stronger, to bring him closer to nature; his body and Heavenly Energy both evolving in a qualitative change. Originally, at that time, Zhou Weiqing already had the potential to bring about the Heaven and Earth Primary Tide. However, at that time, Zhou Weiqing's mind and heart had not been in harmony and understanding, filled with thoughts and worry about Tian'er. Furthermore, without the burst of energy from the fusion of the Four Saint Attributes, there was no push in aiding him breaking past the shackles of the heavens, and he could only remain status quo.

However, just in that previous instant, he had already succeeded in gaining back Tian'er. As he held her hands, the fusion of the four Saint Attributes had burst forth in power. With his mind and heart finally in harmony, along with all the previous conditions fulfilled, it had actually abruptly brought about the Heaven and Earth Primary Tide.

From this moment on, the Heavenly God Tier's door was already officially wide open to Zhou Weiqing. That was to say, in his future cultivation, no matter the Heavenly King Stage, Heavenly Emperor Stage or Heavenly God Stage, there should be no large bottlenecks for him. Especially with the aid of the Four Saint Attributes, if he stayed together cultivating with Tian'er, there was the real possibility of him surpassing even the Heavenly God Tier stage… the Heavenly Jewel Change!

Even Xue AoTian couldn't help but reveal a strong envy on his face as he looked upon the white light surrounding Zhou Weiqing… let alone the others.

However, no one dared interrupt Zhou Weiqing. Only Long Shiya stood relatively closer to him, watching anxiously. After all, while Zhou Weiqing was still undergoing the baptism of the Heaven and Earth Primary Tide, all the powerhouses in the area, even those hidden Heavenly Beasts of the Heavenly Snow Mountain, were benefiting a lot from the fallout effects.

More than five minutes passed before the Heaven and Earth Primary Tide finally subsided. Zhou Weiqing's originally bronzed skin now shone with an inner glow. Even stranger were his eyes, now black and shiny as a precious gem, his gaze deep and profound yet without any fire. If one were to look closely, it gave an impression of unbelievable clarity and pureness.

The Entropic Nether Tiger Phelia looked at her son-in-law to be, a glow in her eyes. Only when the Heaven and Earth Primary Tide had receded did she take a step forward to say: "Weiqing, do not forget the agreement between you and me."

Zhou Weiqing nodded immediately: "Mother-in-law, do not worry, I remember it clearly."

Phelia smiled faintly before turning her gaze to Tian'er. Her eyes turned gentle and loving, tears brimming as she said softly: "Tian'er, my child, can Mummy hug you, please?"

"Mummy?" Even though Tian'er had been with Phelia earlier, her memories had been Sealed and her consciousness suppressed. As such, she had not learned about Phelia. Now that she had regained her memories, she had vaguely guessed the importance of Phelia, but hearing her actually say the words, Tian'er couldn't help but tremble uncontrollably.

From a young age, ever since she could remember anything, she only had her father, and not her mother. Seeing all those Heavenly Beasts having their mothers, she was so envious. Now that she finally met her own mother, she somehow did not know what to do or what to say.

Besides excitement, her inner heart was also dazed and confused. Perhaps, if not for Zhou Weiqing's and the joy it had brought her, Tian'er might not even be able to accept Phelia. After all, for twenty whole years, Phelia had never even appeared once. If one were to say that Xue AoTian was not a great father, then Phelia was not even a passable mother.

However, currently Tian'er was in a state of joy and fortune from reuniting with Zhou Weiqing, and even the slight hatred she had felt for her mother was washed away.

Slowly, in a trembling voice, Tian'er said: "Mother… why… why do you not want Tian'er!"

Hearing those words, Phelia could no longer control herself. Taking an abrupt step forward, she enveloped Tian'er in her embrace, sobbing uncontrollably.

Xue AoTian quickly hugged both mother and daughter, and the family of three was immersed in a mix of sadness and joy, locked in embrace.

Gu Yingbing looked deeply at Zhou Weiqing, but he did not say anything further. Turning around, he supported his father, and with the aid of the Tiger King Xue Aoying, they silently left.

It could be said that this time, the arrival of Long Shiya and Zhou Weiqing had caused the entire WanShou Empire to be thrown into disarray, their entire ruling structure in a mess. Gu Yingbing would no longer be able to inherit the Heavenly Snow Mountain Lord position, and the Lion King Gu Site had also been stripped of his title of King, at least within the next month. For a short period of time at least, the entire WanShou Empire would be thrown into turbulence. However, no matter what the future lay for them, it would no longer have any connection with Zhou Weiqing.

Long Shiya stood beside his precious disciple, a faint smile on his face. This ending was perhaps the best possible ending for him, and he placed a fat palm on Zhou Weiqing's shoulder, silently giving him a big thumbs up.

Without question, without Long Shiya, Zhou Weiqing would not even have the chance to ascend the Heavenly Snow Mountain, with neither the ability or right to do so. However, after that, everything else today had been the result of his own efforts and hard work. From setting up the entire scene, to provoking Xue AoTian and sparking that fatherly love in his heart, to the three rounds where he had spent his all in defeating Gu Yingbing… It could be said that Zhou Weiqing had far surpassed all of Long Shiya's expectations and hopes. That was without even talking about him going through the Heaven and Earth Primary Tide and his limitless possibilities in the future.

…

The entire Heavenly Snow Mountain was soon thrown into a massive shock. The Lion Prince Gu Yingbing and the Heavenly Snow Mountain Lord daughter's wedding had been called off without warning, causing all the Tribe Leaders who had come as guests to be totally surprised. However, due to the authority and power of the Heavenly Snow Mountain, no one dared to say anything. Under the command of the Tiger King Xue Aoying, the Tribe Leaders slowly left silently. Of course, no one dared attempt to retrieve back the gifts they had brought…

Zhou Weiqing and Long Shiya were arranged to stay in the Heavenly Snow Mountain for a time. It was such a rare chance that Phelia was able to return, and she wanted to spend every second with her husband and daughter, and even Zhou Weiqing had to be placed behind in the 'queue'. Besides a few short chances to see Tian'er every day, he spent most of his time in his own room cultivating.

Chapter 539: Returning with a beauty! (2)

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Naturally, he would not mind that too much. He had already done whatever he could have done, succeeded in everything he had come to do, and it was time to slowly wait patiently to reap the benefits.

On the third day that Zhou Weiqing and Long Shiya had arrived at the Heavenly Snow Mountain, the entire mountain had finally quietened down as all the wedding guests had finally left. Phelia had also left silently, as she had her own responsibilities as a Guardian to tend to, and could not disappear for too long.

When Zhou Weiqing finally saw Tian'er again, her eyes were red from crying about her mother's leaving. Although they had only been together for three days, after listening to her explanations and apologies, she had quickly forgiven Phelia. It was not all Phelia's fault, but that set of responsibility was just too heavy.

"Little Fatty, Father is looking for you." Tian'er stood at the entrance of Zhou Weiqing's room, calling him lightly.

Zhou Weiqing leapt to his feat, swiftly holding Tian'er in his arms and planting a kiss on her lips without warning. "So fragrant! Dearest, what is my Lord Father-in-Law looking for me for?"

Tian'er was originally full of sorrow from her mother's leaving, but with Zhou Weiqing messing around, she couldn't help but blush a deep red, and the sorrow in her heart lessened slightly.

"How would I know what Father is looking for you for. You naughty fellow, you're here in the Heavenly Snow Mountain and you still don't behave a little."

Zhou Weiqing laughed heartily, swiping a finger lightly across her cute nose as he said proudly: "Why should I behave? You are my wife. It is a natural thing for man and wife to be intimate, nothing to be ashamed of!"

Tian'er gave a humph and said: "I haven't agreed to marry you yet. You have only passed Father's test, not my test!"

Zhou Weiqing laughed heartily, giving her a perverted leer as he said softly: "Alright! Tonight I will let you test me all you want, how about that? Heh heh."

Tian'er blushed even deeper, giving Zhou Weiqing's waist a savage pinch and twist before she said: "When we are still in the Heavenly Snow Mountain, you're not allowed to do anything funny. Father's senses extend throughout the entire area."

Zhou Weiqing blinked innocently and said: "Heh, so that is to say that when we leave the Heavenly Snow Mountain, we can…"

"You terrible fellow, come on let's go!" Tian'er's face grew redder, but her eyes were mischievous and delightful, without any hint of rejection. She had always been a bold girl who dared to hate or love, and was also a Heavenly Beast cultivated to Human, without many of the bashfulness that female humans had. Love was love, and she was willing to do anything for the man she loved.

If one were to say that she previously had some ill feelings in her heart about Zhou Weiqing and Shangguan Bing'er's relationship, but this time after Zhou Weiqing had come to the Heavenly Snow Mountain at such a huge risk of his life just to snatch her back… such courage and resolution had already proven his love for her. Furthermore, Zhou Weiqing had used his own strength to defeat Gu Yingbing, proving himself even further to her! In Tian'er's heart, her Little Fatty was already more perfect than her father!

Led by Tian'er, Zhou Weiqing was quickly brought to another icy chamber.

As soon as he entered, he immediately sensed the temperature drop drastically. The entire Heavenly Snow Mountain was already so cold, but this temperature was a whole level colder, and even with his physique and cultivation level, he couldn't help but shudder slightly.

There was only a single piece of furniture in the entire room, a stone bed. Xue AoTian sat right upon it, and as he saw Tian'er walk into the room with Zhou Weiqing, hand in hand, his expression was gentle.

"Father, I have brought him here." Tian'er told Xue AoTian.

Xue AoTian looked at Zhou Weiqing and said: "Tian'er, leave us for a while. I have some words to speak to this little brat alone."

Tian'er started momentarily, before she held onto Zhou Weiqing's hand even tighter. Reproachfully, she said: "Father!"

Xue AoTian said exasperatedly: "A grown girl truly cannot be kept at home anymore… would I hurt him? Go go."

Tian'er flushed prettily, and she glanced at Zhou Weiqing before leaving reluctantly.

Xue AoTian looked at Zhou Weiqing. His expression was calm and unflurried, but from his brow and eyes, Zhou Weiqing could sense a hint of sorrow. Clearly, Phelia's leaving still left his heart feeling extremely uncomfortable.

"Weiqing, Phelia has told me all about the agreement between you and her. To be honest, if you were an outsider, no matter what price I have to pay, I will groom you to do that. However, you are also Tian'er's husband, and for my daughter's sake, well-being and happiness, I will not force you to do so. Tell me, what do you think about the whole matter?"

Hearing Xue AoTian's words, Zhou Weiqing smiled faintly and said: "Sir, Father in Law, my thinking is very simple. I will not take risks."

"Oh?" Xue AoTian arched a brow, looking at him in slight surprise.

Zhou Weiqing continued: "If I do not have absolute confidence, I will not attempt to join in that matter… otherwise it is not only harmful to myself, but to others as well. Not only will it fail to let Mother-in-Law return to your side, Tian'er will also suffer as a widow. Something like that I will definitely not do. I have chosen to shoulder that responsibility and to work towards it, but I will not attempt it without absolute confidence."

Hearing Zhou Weiqing's words, Xue AoTian smiled and nodded, saying: "With those words of yours, I can set my mind at ease. You little rascal, you are far more wiser and mature than any of your own age. However, you are trying to take away my daughter, and I cannot bear that as well… so how should we deal with that?"

A strange expression crossed Zhou Weiqing's face, and he said tentatively: "How about… you come along with Tian'er. I don't mind having you come along to guide us in cultivating."

Xue AoTian said exasperatedly: "You're trying to gain another bruiser to help you? Stop dreaming. Having the Six Ultimate Heavenly Emperor by your side isn't enough for you?"

Zhou Weiqing laughed heartily and said: "I'm just joking around. However, Father-in-law, to be honest, aren't you bored and lonely staying in the Heavenly Snow Mountain all day long just cultivating? As Mother-in-Law has already said, just like my Master does not have any possibility of breaking through to the Heavenly God Tier in his lifetime, you also do not have any possibility of breaking through past the Heavenly God Tier. What is the point of staying shut-in in the Heavenly Snow Mountain? The world outside is so huge, and even if you are already at the Heavenly God Tier, I'm sure you haven't explored every nook and cranny of the world. Why not come on out and see the world, who knows if you relax and have a change of perspective, enjoy yourself, and it might even have a better effect on your cultivation?" 1

Xue AoTian started momentarily before laughing in spite of himself. "Only you, little brat, would ever dare to speak to me like that. For me to stay in the Heavenly Snow Mountain… it is not just because of cultivating… more as an awe or threat. Do you really think that the WanShou Empire is that stable? That easy to control? Especially with so many different Tribes? Without the Heavenly Snow Mountain above them all, even the grand WanShou Empire would splinter and break apart before long… and be destroyed."

Zhou Weiqing gave a bitter smile and said: "From a certain perspective, I am still enemies with the WanShou Empire. The war between the WanShou Empire and Humankind has gone on for years, decades, longer than even I know. Every year, countless of lives die, not just humans, but on both sides. Father in law, is there a need for that?"

Xue AoTian looked at him passively before saying: "In this world, the law of the jungle is the ultimate law of nature. The weak are the prey of the strong, that is life. More importantly, the world needs a certain balance."

Zhou Weiqing looked at Xue AoTian, puzzled. "Balance?"

Chapter 540: Oops! (1)

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Xue AoTian said passively: "Birth, Death, Illness, that is all the circle of life, the law of nature. In any world, the number of living beings that can be supported will always have a limit. For example, one day, if the WanShou Empire does not war with your human empires… your Human Empires will just start in-fighting amongst each other. The death count will be no lesser. Do you understand my meaning?"

Zhou Weiqing scratched his head sheepishly: "Not really."

Xue AoTian suddenly laughed. "It's good that you don't. You are not made out to be a politician, ruler or conqueror. Some things are not good to learn too early. You can leave now, bring Tian'er along, otherwise even if she stays here, her heart is no longer here. Every three years, I want you and Tian'er to return here, I will examine both your cultivation progress."

Zhou Weiqing was overjoyed. "Thank you Lord Father in Law!"

Xue AoTian smiled faintly and said: "I can see a possible miracle on you, something I never thought I would see in my life. However, I do not wish that this miracle be just a passing or transient flight like the flowering of the broad-leaved epiphyllum. In this world, there are many geniuses and talents, but in the end they amount to nothing. That is because of the word – 'Pride'."

"With Fatty Long by your side, I do not have to worry too much about that. I also know that there is much pressure on you from all sides. However, for youths, no pressure means no motivation. I hope that you can let me continue seeing more miracles, until that day when I can no longer interfere in your business. Oh yes. One more thing, both of you are not allowed to appear on the borders of the WanShou Empire any longer. Otherwise, I will personally catch you back and smack your ass."

"Uhh.." Zhou Weiqing looked at his father-in-law speechlessly, before finally running off dejectedly.

After Zhou Weiqing had left, Xue AoTian finally sighed softly. His wife had left, and now his daughter was also leaving, and even his disciple was gone. A sudden loneliness overwhelmed him. He sat there silently for a while, and all of a sudden his head turned in thought, and he muttered to himself: "That little brat does have a point… perhaps it is time for me to go have a walk outside. However, that will still have to wait until I settle everything here in the WanShou Empire…"

…

The next morning, Zhou Weiqing and Tian'er said their goodbyes to Xue AoTian, before following Long Shiya to leave the Heavenly Snow Mountain.

Long Shiya did not bring Zhou Weiqing and Tian'er in flying with him, instead letting Zhou Weiqing and Tian'er make their own way while he returned to the Peerless Battalion camp first. To quote Long Shiya: "It's too much for me to move along with you young folks. You two are always so intimate and affectionate, provoking this poor old man who is still a virgin at the age of hundred. Ahhh the inhumanity!"

And thus, the Six Ultimate Heavenly Emperor fled the scene. As for Zhou Weiqing, he entered the Dragon-Tiger Transformation, flapping his massive wings as he carried Tian'er in a bridal-style, slowly flying across the skies towards the northern border.

Soaring and tumbling in midair, Zhou Weiqing was definitely not in a rush to go back; after all the borders were already over by now. From his father-in-law's words, Zhou Weiqing knew that his Peerless Battalion was definitely fine, and had even caused quite some trouble for the WanShou Empire. Furthermore, Long Shiya would already be returning in advance. As such, he decided to take his time and put his focus on Tian'er as they made their return.

In the past few months, he had spent every waking hour cultivating and training with all his might. Now, he needed some relaxation time, to spend some time with his beloved Tian'er.

"Tian'er, what do you say… if we were to do 'that' high up in the skies, wouldn't it be extra sensational?"

"You… stop dreaming!"

"Come on, let's try it. It'll be a unique experience." A voice filled with temptation rang out in the air.

"No, what if I fall down, I don't know how to fly."

"No you won't… even if I fall down, I will never let you fall!"

"No…"

"Tian'er, your little buttocks are so perky. But… you have really lost so much weight. Come, let me help you rub them, your meat will grow back then."

"Zhou Weiqing! You are truly a bad egg, rotten to the core!"

"Tian'er, haven't you heard of that line? "If a man is not bad, a woman will not love him; if a man isn't a rogue, women will not go to bed with him. A good guy will always remain a virgin! Anyway… I was already forced by you last time, you must take full responsibility for me!"

"Who forced you! You… Wuuuu…."

A similar occurrence happened almost everyday. Luckily, they were flying high above almost thousand metres into the sky. In the entire trip back, the greatest reward that Zhou Weiqing had was that his flying technique grew by leaps and bounds.

…

North Border. ZhongTian Northwest Main Army Camp. Peerless Battalion.

"The Battalion Commander has been gone for so long, why isn't he back yet!"

In the large headquarter tent of the Peerless Battalion, all the officers were present. Hua Feng, Mu En, and the other Heavenly Bow Unit god archers, as well as the Chief Instructor Shangguan Fei'er, Vice Commander Wei Feng and the various Main Company Leaders.

The current Peerless Battalion, not only did they have an exalted status in the Northwest Armies, it was even in the entire ZhongTian northern border.

The site where the Peerless Battalion was camped at did not change, but now around the Peerless Battalion there were fully six Heavy Armoured Regiments encamped, four of which were Heavy Infantry Regiments and two Heavy Cavalry Regiments.

The entire Northwest Army originally did not have that many Heavy Armoured Regiments, and some of them had actually been moved over from the other Northern Armies. Their only mission was to defend and support the Peerless Battalion!

In this year's border wars, the Northwest Armies had met an unprecedented number and power of enemies; not just in terms of quantity but also quality. A whole seventeen Companies of the WanShou Empire! Not only that, it was including a powerful Mammoth Company and the invincible flying Eagle Company. Yet, it was also in this year's border wars that the Northwest Armies had achieved an unforeseen and hitherto unknown success.

When the WanShou Empire armies had retreated, out of the seventeen Companies that had invaded them, only eight remained. And the only reason this had happened was because of this single new formation that the Northwest Armies had – the Peerless Battalion.

The strength of combat prowess of the Peerless Battalion had already been proven to the extreme in just the first battle they had attended. In fact, it was only because of their brutal strength which had allowed them to turn the tide of the battle, forcefully turning a sure-loss into a shocking victory. The first full force advance of the WanShou Empire had turned into a full rout, and the ZhongTian army had even been able to chase to further kill some more enemies. In the subsequent battles that happened, the Peerless Battalion had truly become the stabilizing force and pillar 1of the Northwest Army. The WanShou Empire armies had tried all sorts of means and different offensive strategies, but besides the Mammoth Company, no other Regiment was able to withstand the rain of powerful Consolidated arrows.

Under the leadership of Hua Feng and the other leaders, the Peerless Battalion was truly able to make full use of all their advantages. Against the Mammoth Company, they would immediately move aside in avoidance. Although the other Regiments of the Northwest Army were no match for the Mammoth Company or the other Companies of the WanShou Empire, but they were able to risk their lives to hold off the Mammoth Company for some time. The Peerless Battalion would then seize the chance to attack the other weaker Companies of the WanShou Empire. Under the constant onslaught of their Consolidated Bows, the fatalities amongst the WanShou Empire was just too high, too quick. As a result, though their enemies had been the strongest, it had actually been the Northwest Border which had ended the annual border wars the soonest.

Being the linchpin of such an amazing victory, with countless military exploits under their belt in such a short time, it was no wonder that even the Heavenly Snow Mountain Lord Xue AoTian quickly learned of their existence.

According to their military exploits, it was no problem for the Peerless Battalion to be upgraded to an actual Regiment. Let alone the Northwest Armies, even the main North Central Army Headquarters had sent several envoys in hopes of taking over the Peerless Battalion.

Alas, with the background of the Heaven's Expanse Palace there, especially with Shangguan Fei'er's presence as a stunning deterrent, how could the Peerless Battalion be given to anyone? The original Ruffians that were looked down upon by all had suddenly become the admiration and envy of all the ZhongTian Northern armies. Countless of people dreamed of entering the Peerless Battalion, even some of those Regiment Commanders or Vice Commanders were no exception.

The treatment of the Peerless Battalion was just too good. After discussion between all the officers, Hua Feng had decided to swap all their military exploits and awards for gold and other necessary supplies. As for the Peerless Battalion side, in the last few months they had continuously been upgrading their gear, continuing their training without halt. It could be said that every day was an improvement to the entire Peerless Battalion, no matter how small. The only thing that remained unchanged was their numbers.

Seated at the head of the table, Hua Feng swept his gaze across all the officers gathered. He couldn't help but sigh inwardly with emotion. It could be said that when they had left their dying Empire behind originally, the seven members of the Heavenly Bow Unit had been filled with despair and hopelessness. They did not contain any hopes of ever succeeding in their task of reviving their Empire, even thoughts of revenge seemed far off. Yet, now their hearts were all filled with endless hope. The strength of the Peerless Battalion warmed their hearts, allowing them to see the possibility of actually reviving their homeland in this lifetime.

"I'm sure he will be returning soon. Since the Battalion Commander was brought away by Senior Long, I'm sure he has been in closed door cultivation. He must be in a critical period of his cultivation, otherwise he wouldn't have left during such a period of war." Hua Feng smiled faintly as he spoke.

Shangguan Fei'er sat not far from Hua Feng, and as she heard his words she pursed her lips. From the looks of things, she was clearly not very happy about it.

Wei Feng said: "Battalion Commander Hua Feng, the war has already ended for some time. Should we return to our original Peerless Battalion camp? If we continue staying here, I'm afraid the rest of the Northwest Armies might end up rebelling." As he spoke up to that point, he couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Wei Feng was not even joking or being alarmist at all. Ever since the Peerless Battalion had proven their terrifying strength in war, countless of people had been trying all means to join the Peerless Battalion. This included the six Heavy Armoured Regiments that were camped around them… most especially the Heavy Infantry Regiment that had actually fought together with them in the war.

Only those who had actually fought together with the Peerless Battalion and seen them in action could truly know how strong they were. As soldiers, who did not wish to have such powerful friends and allies by their side? Who did not dream of being invincible on the battlefield? Gaining military exploits and awards seemed to be as easy as picking things up from the ground!

However, such a situation was actually pointless to the Peerless Battalion. The Northwest Army Headquarter had actually sent several envoys in hopes that the Peerless Battalion would expand to become a Regiment, or even a Legion. They promised that their leaders and officers would remain unchanged, and they would give them some strong Regiments to form a Peerless Legion, to become the strongest Legion in the entire ZhongTian Army as a deterrent threat against the WanShou Empire.

This suggestion was actually made by the main ZhongTian Army headquarters, not just the Northern border armies. However, Hua Feng and the others had suppressed it.

Regarding this matter, the ZhongTian Army Headquarters had even gone all the way up to the ZhongTian Emperor, Shangguan Tianxin. When Shangguan Tianxin learned of the Peerless Battalion and their supposed background, he had personally taken a trip down to the Heaven's Expanse Palace. However, the final result was a shock to everyone. The Heaven's Expanse Palace had given the order that the final decision would be left to the Peerless Battalion's Commander – Zhou Weiqing. That was to say, if Zhou Weiqing was willing to set up the Legion, then they could go ahead. Otherwise, remaining as status quo would also be fine.