Chapter 1258

Chapter 1258: The Palace Grounds

"The determination is there, but it’s a shame that this kind of scheme can’t be pulled off with just these things," Xu Fan said with a hint of regret.

At that moment, the entire altar lit up with a dazzling glow, and a towering light column, filled with immense spatial force, shot up into the sky. All the Spiritual Treasures on the altar vanished within this light column.

From the star region outside, eight giant chains of runes extended from the little Immortal Realm, stretching out in eight different directions.

Feng Chang Ning, standing at the edge of the altar, began to feel uneasy. "National Master, do you think we’ll succeed this time?" she asked.

"Your Majesty, the inheritance you’ve received has always been accurate. I believe this altar will be no different," the National Master reassured her.

Suddenly, the entire little Immortal Realm shook violently, and the eight giant chains of runes that stretched into the void tightened abruptly.

"Your Majesty, the eight chains of runes have bound the eight small Immortal Realms," a minister reported.

"I see," Feng Chang Ning nodded, her expression still tense.

The eight chains of runes began to slowly contract.

"This is too ambitious. These chains don’t have the strength or flexibility to pull the eight small Immortal Realms over," Xu Fan observed. "Without a backup plan, everything on that altar will be wasted."

Xu Fan stood by, watching without any intention to intervene. The ties between him and Feng Chang Ning had long been severed. If he were to act, it would have to be for a price worthy of his status.

Sure enough, after some time, one of the chains of runes suddenly snapped, and the others showed signs of breaking as well. In the depths of the star region, the broken chain dissolved into a faint white light, scattering like fireworks.

Seeing the chains break, Feng Chang Ning’s face turned pale. "Activate the backup plan. Focus the remaining seven chains on the three most crucial small Immortal Realms," she commanded decisively. Her human race merit and fortune were rapidly dwindling.

"Understood," came the reply.

Three Great Luo Saints began to manipulate the grand formation on the altar. Four chains of runes were retracted from the void and swiftly redirected toward the other three chains.

Watching this, Xu Fan nodded in approval. "Sometimes, you have to make tough decisions."

Just then, a voice chimed in. "Sister, such a big event, and you didn’t even tell me," it said with a cool, elegant tone. "I may not understand these grand formations, but I have a way to pull those small Immortal Realms over for you. Do you need my help?"

A virtual image of a white-haired woman appeared at the edge of the altar. Xu Fan couldn’t help but smile at the sight.

This wasn’t the named disciple he had taken in the Feiyu Realm; he never expected that after so many years, she had grown to such an extent.

"What do you want? Speak quickly," Feng Chang Ning said bluntly.

"Five hundred zhang of Primordial Purple Qi crystals and a Primal Spiritual Treasure. Surely, my wealthy sister can afford it," the white-haired woman said leisurely.

"Help me merge the nine realms first, and I will give you these things afterward," Feng Chang Ning replied, frowning but still agreeing.

"You’re straightforward, sister. The other four little Immortal Realms will arrive outside your main Immortal Realm in a month," the white-haired woman said before disappearing.

"Your Majesty, if we give these items away, the treasury of the Celestial Dynasty of Nine Phoenixes will be completely empty," a minister beside her said with concern.

"Once the nine realms merge, our Immortal Realm will have a solid foundation. After some time, we will earn back everything," Feng Chang Ning said, feeling a bit pained but knowing there was no other choice.

At that moment, Xu Fan, who was watching the scene unfold, suddenly asked in his heart, "Grape, how did the Nine Phoenix Dynasty acquire those Primordial Purple Qi crystals?"

"Master, ten thousand years ago, Feng Chang Ning seemed to have received another inheritance, and since then, the national strength of the Nine Phoenix Dynasty has greatly increased."

"Their army and the Cultivation Techniques of the common people have all changed to a new style."

"According to verification, Feng Chang Ning should have obtained the inheritance of the Tiangyuan Celestial Dynasty," Grape reported.

"The Tiangyuan Celestial Dynasty has been destroyed for so long but still left behind an inheritance; that’s quite impressive," Xu Fan nodded.

A month later, Xu Fan enjoyed the grand spectacle of the nine realms merging in the star region.

After admiring the scene, Xu Fan approached his named disciple.

The originally imposing white-haired woman instantly turned into a small disciple who wasn’t favored by her master upon seeing Xu Fan.

"Spider Child pays respects to Master," the white-haired woman said, performing three kneels and nine prostrations, showing the great etiquette of the human race.

"I didn’t realize that among all my disciples, the one with the highest cultivation is you, my named disciple," Xu Fan said, looking at the quasi-saint-level Spider Child with satisfaction.

"Without your initial guidance, Master, there would be no Spider Child today," the white-haired woman said excitedly.

"I heard that you became a Saint in the Wood Origin Immortal Realm not long ago and intended to pay you a visit."

"However, I was trapped in a secret realm and could not get free. Failing to celebrate your achievement as a Saint remains a regret in my life," the white-haired woman bowed her head and said.

"It’s enough that you have this intention; I came over just to see you."

"You have kept the promise you made all those years; you’ve done well. As a reward," Xu Fan said, gently raising his hand.

A Primal Spiritual Treasure and a jade plate that contained the technique of the chaotic wide road suitable for Spider Child’s current cultivation appeared before her.

"I acknowledge you as my named disciple; feel free to come to the Hidden Spirit Sect for any questions during your cultivation from now on," Xu Fan said before returning to the Wood Origin Immortal Realm.

As soon as Xu Fan returned to the Wood Origin Immortal Realm, he sensed the presence of three Great Saints.

In the newly established area of the Hidden Spirit Sect, Wang Yulun was mediating a dispute.

"Stop arguing! It was I who could not help but fall in love with you both; neither of you seduced me!" Wang Yulun stood between the two stunning women, persuading them.

"No way, I don’t even know her," they replied simultaneously, both radiating a saintly aura and looking seventy percent alike.

At that moment, Xu Fan, exuding a powerful aura, descended into the newly constructed area.

"In this area, you can argue, but if you want to fight, it’s better to go to the star region," Xu Fan told these confidantes from his past life.

Wang Xiangchi, Han Feiyu, Jian Wujie, and others, who were watching the drama unfold, were all amazed by Xu Fan’s presence.

"It’s been a long time since our Master Ancestor displayed such dominance," Wang Xiangchi said to his two disciples.

Suddenly, three Xuanhuang Supreme Treasures appeared above the area built for their good brother’s past confidantes.

They combined to form a mystical chaotic grand formation, instantly suppressing everyone’s cultivation in that area to the Nascent Soul stage.

No matter if they were Great Saints, Saints, or quasi-saints, as long as they stepped into this area, they would all be forced into the Nascent Soul stage.

"Alright, my business here is done. You can continue arguing, making noise, or reminiscing as you wish," Xu Fan clapped his hands and left.