Divine Emperor of Death
Chapter 4424 - 4424: Waiting To Commit-

Bing Luli was honestly taken aback, as armaments don't have this kind of prowess.

Its prowess was quite incredulous, considering it was an armament in the Empyrean Grade, a major stage where even a difference of one level could determine life or death. Even most Legacy Artifacts didn't have that kind of prowess.

If they had that kind of prowess, then the artifact itself didn't fully approve of its new user, not giving its all, or it was simply used to maintain the karmic luck of the power it belonged to, draining its own.

There were many factors involved, but as a Sect Leader, Bing Luli knew how important it was to have a Legacy Artifact or Armament, yet this sword alone easily harrumphed them.

"Swords are known for their killing prowess, so when a sword spirit learns Imposing Sword Laws, its prowess increases dramatically. At the same time, it's not like the armament spirits can use their prowess for an extended period of time without a master. They are still dependent beings, so their own actions during battles will be limited."

Tanya explained in a soft yet firm voice, causing Bing Luli to nod.

"Do you have a name for it yet?" Natalya curiously asked.

"Name…"

Tanya pursed her lips, "I think I'll have Davis name it."

"Ooh, it's going to be filled with his divergence." Natalya giggled.

"It doesn't matter since we're also affected by his divergence. Otherwise, we wouldn't have come this far."

"Indeed~" Natalya nodded thrice.

The two of them couldn't help but recall how small they were back then. They wouldn't have made any waves, being a small pebble in the ocean that couldn't even make it ripple from within. But now, they had all reached heights they couldn't have dreamed of.

Not once did they delude themselves to think that they had made it this far by themselves.

"What about me?" Bing Luli pointed at herself, "Am I also affected by his divergence to have come this far?"

"No, you're sister Myria's lackey. Hehe~"

"…"

Natalya giggled, causing Bing Luli to blink, "At least say she's my friend."

"Yeah, I'm jealous~" Natalya smiled, "We got to become sisters with Myria because of darling, but you are special. Not anyone could become her friend. I hear she shares a lot with you. Is it true that you also want Davis?"

"…"

Bing Luli looked taken aback, "Did Myria say it?"

"Mhm, our harem council is quite guarded, so we at least talk about those who start showing interest in him mildly, wondering if they are even remotely acceptable. And your name came up a few times, and I have to say that sister Myria was fine with accepting you as her sister, although she didn't say it."

Bing Luli lowered her head.

"…" Natalya blinked, "Uh… are you fine?"

"I suspected as much…" Bing Luli raised her head, wryly smiling, "It's kind of funny that some of you consider me as a potential sister. However, the person himself seems to have no interest in me."

"Oh- if you show real interest, he should take note. It's not like he doesn't understand. How could he not? He's a master of using Enigmatic Heart Laws. He doesn't need to use Heart Intent to know that you have some desire for him."

"Desire…?" Bing Luli looked speechless, "At least say that it is affection."

"Anyone who isn't the first wife doesn't get to say that when going after a married man~"

Natalya giggled. Then her smile abruptly froze, "As long as you are sincere, maybe he will soften. On the other hand, if you feel that it's a hassle or below yourself, then don't ever look at him with those melting eyes. It's not good to keep things half-hearted. Back then, I was half-hearted. If I hadn't taken the leap to relay my feelings to him using my entire worth at that time, I wouldn't have been able to be by his side."

"Entire worth…?" Bing Luli blinked, "At least say you used your body."

"Yes~ And I am not ashamed of it since I will spend the rest of my life with him~"

Natalya seemed smug, while Bing Luli kept her cool.

Tanya looked at the fierce exchange, feeling like she couldn't intrude. For a moment, it seemed sharper than a sword battle and more subtle than an exchange of insults.

Nevertheless, she felt the need to step in before things heated up.

"Pfft~ Ahaha~"

But suddenly, the two of them burst into laughter, leaving her speechless.

'I shouldn't get involved with crazies, as Mingzhi would say…'

Tanya looked at Bing Luli, not thinking she was such a character. The Sect Leader from the Mystic Ice Sect seemed quite jovial but also sharp. Moreover, there seemed to be some grievance in her heart, but she could understand why since she would also not like it if the man she liked didn't want to look back at her.

It would be vexing. Maybe even give her murderous intentions.

"Well, maybe I'll try some things after I return… but until then… I'll focus on getting stronger. For starters, I'm nowhere near your level. Even my wonderful top disciple, Mu Bing, has surpassed me. I can't be withheld by my feelings lest I be delayed more and finally lose track of all of you."

Bing Luli wryly smiled.

"You're wrong."

However, Tanya suddenly shook her head, "Our feelings are what pushed us forward. Those strong emotions will either sharpen or dissolve your Will. However, a good and strong cultivation partner makes sure that it could be sharpened tenfold at the very least. The resolve I have to protect the family- is what pushes me forward and even allows me to spend time away from him."

"You also miss him~" Natalya sweetly smiled.

"How could I not?" Tanya raised her hand, looking at her pale palm as she saw a reflection of Davis's smile.

Her clear eyes moistened, wanting to feel his touch as she clenched her fist. It truly had been a long time. Although she was comprehending, it wasn't like there weren't moments where she got distracted. It was grueling, but the longing also pushed her forward to learn as fast as possible.

Bing Luli took a deep breath.

She didn't know why but she felt it was easier to talk to them than the elders back in the sect. She didn't feel like walking in a royal court but in a playground with her friends. It felt natural.

"Honestly, I am fond of the short time I spent with you two during this journey. If the future holds us together, I won't resist either."

"Here's my unsolicited advice then- go on the offensive. He's not susceptible to it as he was anymore, but it's worth a try and has more chances to succeed~"

Natalya giggled, leaving Bing Luli speechless.

How was that advice? That was just a move a woman made when she got desperate!

Had she been thrown to such a level?

Bing Luli didn't know. However, that idea, once she heard it and imagined it, made her heart flutter.

"What a good day, fairies~"

Abruptly, a white-robed, silver-haired, handsome man intruded into the scene. He appeared to be a powerful ice cultivator who came to flirt with them with the way he walked, his hands spread wide and his expression leery. Unfortunately, he was quickly sent flying with one of his limbs cut off, so he had no choice but to flee.

"Now- where was I?" Natalya seemed more interested in the banter.

Before they could continue, the three Ancestors, Bing Hua, Wan Lanying, and Xia Yun, appeared together.

Tanya couldn't believe that she once saw them as old women, but now, they were young, beautiful, and powerful. Although their prowess was low, they had become Empyreans so fast in this secret realm, seemingly prioritizing cultivation over insights. She could only imagine how happy they would be, but as usual, they kept a cold face.

Shortly, Mu Bing also appeared.

Her gaze was even more sharper. In terms of sharpness alone, she matched Tanya, but her cultivation was low. She didn't have the resources that Tanya enjoyed like the Realm Core's blessings.

Still, they could only wonder what kind of killing moves she learned in this expedition.

Regardless, Natalya explained the plan- to plunder the winner of the main inheritance.

It left Mu Bing and the others speechless, wondering if she was planning to get them all killed. To dare steal in this place it may not end well for them. The laws regarding this secret realm seemed special. Moreover, having stayed for two years, they got the feeling that this wasn't… anywhere in the Third Layer.

However, they all agreed.

In this expedition, protecting Tanya and Natalya was the Davis Family's mission.

Mu Bing and the others heard from Bing Luli that accomplishing this mission would give them untold riches, so they had the idea of participating in it.

Mu Bing's lips twitched ever so lightly when she heard the amount.

It made her wonder if the Divine Emperor of Death was even being chased and hunted down at all. How could he have so many resources?

Regardless, they agreed to satisfy Natalya's request and waited for the inheritance to be over while participating in more inheritances from a lot of minor or relatively strong powers with their unique set of comprehension and techniques.