Nine Realms Sword Emperor
Chapter 485 - 486 Ancient Dragon Emperor (First Update)

Chapter 485: Chapter 486 Ancient Dragon Emperor (First Update)

Chu Fengmian’s cultivation level was not to be mentioned at the moment.

Simply put, the strength Chu Fengmian displayed had already reached the standard of an Inner Sect Disciple.

Being able to defeat Wang Lin, this kind of strength, even within the Inner Sect, was considered mid-tier and not at the bottom.

For a newcomer, possessing such strength was indeed incredibly unbelievable.

With such power, it was indeed surprising that Chu Fengmian had not been selected by some elders at the apprentice-acceptance ceremony.

The only explanation was that Chu Fengmian himself did not wish to strive for it; otherwise, with the strength he displayed, he would definitely have been valued by some sect elders and taken in as a disciple.

Chu Fengmian looked at Bai Xuan and did not answer her question, but instead asked,

"Sister Bai Xuan, you didn’t come to ask me about this today, did you?"

"Indeed, I have something I originally wanted to discuss with Han Yueli. However, seeing your current strength, it seems I have another option."

Bai Xuan looked at Chu Fengmian, her gaze flickering, and suddenly spoke out.

"I have information about an ancient cave soon to be opened in my possession. I wonder, Brother Chu, would you be interested in exploring it together?"

"Ancient cave? Soon to be opened?"

Chu Fengmian thought for a bit and then spoke frankly.

"Such an opportunity, Sister Bai Xuan, you wouldn’t by chance want to share it with me?"

Ancient caves were among the greatest adventures in the Nine Domains. Chu Fengmian had once visited the cave of the Emperor of Fertility and gained countless benefits from it.

These ancient caves, especially ones about to open, once discovered, offered countless benefits to those who entered.

This kind of information was usually not shared publicly. Now, Bai Xuan unexpectedly inviting Chu Fengmian was enough to make shock show on his face.

"An opportunity? Indeed, this cave is an opportunity, but it’s not that simple."

Hearing Chu Fengmian’s words, Bai Xuan hurriedly explained.

"This cave is not only known to me but was discovered in collaboration with a few other Inner Sect Disciples from the academy."

"However, this cave is fraught with dangers. With our strength, we could not explore it alone, so we’re looking for others to join in the exploration."

Bai Xuan carefully examined Chu Fengmian before speaking.

"Originally, I planned to invite Han Yueli to explore the cave with me. However, I’m not very close to her, so when I happened upon you, I thought I’d sell you a favor to help persuade Han Yueli to join."

"However, now it seems that you might also be a good choice."

Bai Xuan’s words were straightforward, revealing everything.

"Whose cave is it? Seeing as you’re aware of the dangers, why would you come to me?"

Chu Fengmian spoke with a casual smile.

"With my strength, it seems I’m hardly sufficient to explore with you."

Bai Xuan was a top ten disciple in the land rankings, and anyone who would explore the cave with her would also have to be a top ten Inner Sect Disciple.

Chu Fengmian, an Outer Sect Disciple, despite having some strength, shouldn’t have been so highly regarded by Bai Xuan.

"No, this cave, it turns out, may have something to do with you, which is why I suddenly changed my mind to invite you."

Bai Xuan explained.

"As far as I learned, this cave should belong to the Ancient Dragon Emperor, and inside there are countless demonic beasts, including a terrifying dragon presence strong enough to suppress our strength.

"The Cultivation Technique you practice is that of the dragon race, containing true Dragon Blood in your body. You entering it might not be suppressed by the dragon presence, hence I considered inviting you to join."

Upon hearing that name, Chu Fengmian was momentarily stunned, and then a huge wave surged in his heart.

The Ancient Dragon Emperor was no minor character, but rather a Dragon Emperor who dominated the scene 50,000 years ago and held a venerable position among the true dragon race.

He feared that now, even the entire Beimang Academy could not find anyone capable of contending with the Ancient Dragon Emperor back in his days.

Now it turned out to be his mansion that had appeared in this era.

Chu Fengmian couldn’t help but to ask,

"Is it really the Ancient Dragon Emperor’s mansion? For someone like the Ancient Dragon Emperor, even in death, his mansion should be hidden deep in the void, so how could it be discovered?"

Bai Xuan slowly replied,

"This mansion of the Ancient Dragon Emperor was actually discovered in the Virtual Sea, so it should be authentic."

The Virtual Sea.

Chu Fengmian had heard of this Virtual Sea before.

It was an extremely bizarre place within the northern domain, situated in the endless void and filled with chaotic void currents.

Many who got lost in the void would be carried by these currents into the Virtual Sea, a highly chaotic region.

However, due to this characteristic, many hidden mansions were also swept into the Virtual Sea.

Therefore, although the Virtual Sea was highly unstable and fraught with danger, many martial artists chose to venture there in search of secrets.

If the Ancient Dragon Emperor’s mansion had appeared in the Virtual Sea, it was most likely not a fake.

Even if there was a possibility it was fake, such an opportunity could not be missed.

After all, just obtaining some benefits from the Ancient Dragon Emperor’s mansion would be considered a truly great opportunity.

"What do you think?"

Seeing Chu Fengmian silent, Bai Xuan understood that he was contemplating and after a long while, he finally spoke.

"If you’re unwilling, it’s alright, I will also look for others."

"I will agree to go with you to the Virtual Sea to explore the Ancient Dragon Emperor’s mansion,"

Chu Fengmian nodded.

"However, before that, I have a request."

"Feel free to speak."

Seeing that Chu Fengmian had agreed, a smile appeared on Bai Xuan’s face.

"As long as it’s not too excessive, I can agree to it."

"I need to borrow ten thousand Merit Points."

Chu Fengmian looked at Bai Xuan and slowly said.

"After returning from the Virtual Sea, I will repay you."

Merit Points, apart from being earned by completing tasks from the academy, could also be exchanged with wealth.

However, the wealth that could be exchanged for Merit Points was only rare natural treasures, and although Chu Fengmian had many treasures.

The Fertility Tablet, Human Emperor Pot, Heaven’s Essence Elixir, Dragon Pill, any of these items could be exchanged for tens of thousands of Merit Points.

But these items were of great use to Chu Fengmian, and while normally, Nine Tripods Pills were of some value outside, they were generally useless within Beimang Academy.

This meant that Chu Fengmian had indeed become penniless, and if he was to venture now into the Virtual Sea to explore the mansion of the Ancient Dragon Emperor,

Chu Fengmian’s plan was to at least use these few days to go to the sacred mountain for cultivation and breakthrough, and then set off, which would be much safer.