The Prodigies War

Chapter 1639: A Meeting Between Enemies

Before Lin Xun could respond, Shun Ji shouted, "Alright, let’s drink!"

The other old monsters also joined in, noisily demanding for the drinking session to start. Although the match had been exciting, nothing could trump a drinking festival.

Upon seeing this, Lin Xun readily agreed.

The beautiful lady in purple couldn't help but inwardly sigh. She had initially planned to take this opportunity to introduce her granddaughter to Lin Xun.

How could she have anticipated that it would end up turning into a drinking party instead?

"Sure, if you guys want to drink, take out your precious alcohol. Old Shun, I recall you have a jar of ten-thousand-year 'Snow Rising River' in your private stash. It’s time to bring it out and for everyone to enjoy."

The purple-clothed lady glanced at Shun Ji, who stiffened, forced a smile, and reluctantly nodded, "Of course, of course."

The lady in purple then looked at Ling Xiaozi. "And you, Ling Xiaozi. I remember you dug up a pot of divine alcohol from an ancient battlefield 1,900 years ago, which is rumored to be a precious treasure of an Emperor expert from the primeval era. Take it out as well."

Ling Xiaozi smiled bitterly. "Of course."

"You guys shouldn’t be stingy either. How can there be no food at a gathering? Old Chai, you’re a well-known gourmet in the Ancient Wasteland Domain who has eaten delicacies from all over the world. It’s time to show us your skills. I know, you can cook us your highly acclaimed Drunken Immortal Chicken."

"And you, Old Qin. As a quasi-Emperor of the Green Wood Clan, you must have collected countless rare and exotic fruits over the past few thousand years. Bring them some out for everyone to sample. Oh right, make sure to bring those Star Luan Green Peaches and Rose Fire Dates."

Every old monster named by the purple-clothed lady froze before they looked at each other with bitter smiles.

This woman was sniping all the treasures they had hidden away!

Of course, it was even more incredible that she seemed to know exactly what treasures each of them had.

It was an eye-opening experience for Lin Xun.

Shun Ji patted Lin Xun on the shoulder as he sighed, "Kid, you've struck it big this time."

Ling Xiaozi waved his hand and said, "Ah well, today we will show our treasures as a welcome party for our young friend Lin Xun."

The lady in purple smiled and said, "Let's head to my Miluo Palace. None of you can escape today."

However, just as the group was about to set off, the sound of rushing air was suddenly heard in the distance, followed by the spread of a sinister, bloody smell.

An old monster frowned. "It's that kid from the Blood River Underworld Clan!"

Someone thoughtfully said, "It seems that he has created his own dharma art and returned from the space burial ground."

Someone snorted. "Hmph, using the remnant blood and heroic spirits of our ancestors to cultivate makes him no different from a heretic."

Someone icily chuckled and said, "Haha, what can we do when he’s the direct descendant of the Dark Blood Underworld Emperor? After thousands of years in slumber, he awakened into the current era and attained the supreme path. At present, he has become an outstanding figure among the supreme True Saints. Even if one hates him, one cannot deny that he is indeed extraordinary. "

Shun Ji smilingly said, "Madam Mu, he is obviously here to find you. If my guess is correct, he has not given up on your granddaughter."

The lady in purple snorted coldly. A flash of disgust flashed across her face as she said, "I will not betroth my granddaughter to such a person."

While they were talking, a flash of blood-red light whizzed through the air.

Although this was the Great Emperor Pass where countless old monsters were stationed, the blood-red light moved as if it owned the place. It didn’t stop until it reached Shun Ji and the others, before revealing a slim, imposing figure.

With blood-colored eyes, blood-colored hair, a blood-colored cloak, and devilishly handsome features, he resembled an evil god who had descended upon the earth.

Lin Xun's eyes suddenly narrowed as a look of surprise appeared on his face.

Underworld Son!

It’s him!

When he first arrived at the Great Emperor Pass, he had seen a giant, thirty-two-winged blood mosquito sucking the blood of an old corpse on a tomb in space.

At that time, however, Lin Xun didn’t think that it would be Underworld Son.

After all, he had died in the Supreme Realm. How could Lin Xun not be surprised to suddenly see Underworld Son alive and healthy?

"It’s probably related to that Spirit Refining Kettle..." Lin Xun's eyes flashed in thought. The remains of Underworld Son had been taken away by the mysterious Spirit Refining Kettle, which was likely the key to Underworld Son's resurrection.

When Underworld Son arrived, he ignored the other old monsters, looked at the purple-clothed lady, bowed, and said, "Elder, I have successfully created my own dharma art and attained invincibility among the True Saint Stage. I came here as soon as possible to tell you the news."

The purple-clothed lady was expressionless as she stiffly said, "Congratulations."

Despite this, Underworld Son appeared unfazed and smilingly said, "Many years ago, Elder once said that you would betroth your granddaughter, Luo Li, to me if I attained invincibility among the True Saint Stage..."

Before he could finish, the lady in purple interjected, "I only said that you would be qualified to interact with Luo Li. I never said that Luo Li must be betrothed to you."

Luo Li?

Lin Xun was taken aback. Could it be the same Miss Luo Li from Miluo Palace in the Earth Emperor World?

Meanwhile, Underworld Son's expression darkened and he coldly said, "Senior, you’re a quasi-Emperor and a mighty hegemon. Are you going to go back on your words?"

How aggressive!

Lin Xun couldn't help but wonder where Underworld Son found the confidence to speak to a quasi-Emperor in this way.

Although the other old monsters frowned, they didn’t scold Underworld Son for his disrespectful attitude toward his seniors.

It was as if...they were afraid of something.

"Go back on my word?"

Iciness flashed in the eyes of the lady in purple and a dreadful pressure suddenly spread.

Thud!

Underworld Son was forced down from the air, his knees buckling as he tried to straighten his body.

Lin Xun inwardly sighed. This was a quasi-Emperor! A single thought from them could produce terrifying power as vast as the sky or the abyss!

The purple-clothed lady said, "Would you dare to act arrogantly in the Great Emperor Pass if you didn’t have such a great ancestor? Do you think you’re worthy of marrying my granddaughter with such character? Don’t even think about it in this life!"

There was clear disdain in her voice.

Underworld Son’s expression was stormy as he said, "So Elder thinks I'm a pushover and intends to go back on your word?"

"Go back on my word?"

The purple-clothed lady suddenly displayed an enchanting smile. She said, "Why? You’re trying to threaten an old woman like me? Sure, I won't bully a junior like you. Go and call for help. I am interested to see what that butcher, Gu Liangqu, dares to do to me!"

Despite her beautiful, soul-stirring smile, the old monsters nearby knew Madam Mu had been angered!

Underworld Son was furious, but had no choice but to endure it.

No one dared to mess with him in the Great Emperor Pass because several old monsters here had been the Dark Blood Underworld Emperor’s subordinates in the past. They naturally took good care of him since he was a descendant of the Dark Blood Underworld Emperor.

This was also the reason for his confidence in confronting the quasi-Emperor purple-clothed lady.

However, it didn’t mean he could do whatever he pleased in the Great Emperor Pass.

Shun Ji suddenly transmitted to Lin Xun, "Kid, aren’t you curious why Underworld Son dares to be so arrogant? It’s simple, the number one expert in the Great Emperor Pass, Gu Liangqu, is his backer.

"Gu Liangqu has outstanding military achievements and is a highly reputable figure. As such, everyone will exercise some tolerance no matter how outrageously Underworld Son behaves in the Great Emperor Pass.

"This time, however, Underworld Son has his eye on Madam Mu's granddaughter, which has touched Madam Mu's bottom line."

At this point, a trace of disdain could be heard in Shun Ji's voice. "It would be fine if he truly wanted to marry the granddaughter, but everyone knows he’s after her bloodline power! After all, the power of the Celestial Phoenix Clan is enough to make anyone from the Blood River Underworld Clan salivate."

Lin Xun finally understood everything and couldn't help but transmit, "Elder, is Madam Mu's granddaughter the Luo Li from Miluo Palace of the Earth Emperor World?"

Shun Ji was taken aback. Soon after, he laughed out loud and said with a strange look in his eyes, "Have you already set your sights on her as well, kid?"

Lin Xun smiled but didn’t comment. However, he inwardly thought: So it is Luo Li!

He had seen her in the Nine Domains Battlefield, and they had even conversed over drinks. She was a sweet-natured, simple, and beautiful lady with extraordinary grace.

However, Lin Xun never imagined that the purple-clothed lady known as Madam Mu would be Luo Li's grandmother.

Meanwhile, Underworld Son's expression fluctuated in uncertainty. He was shocked by Madam Mu's strong attitude and felt like he was stuck in a difficult position, unable to move forward or retreat.

He knew that even if Gu Liangqu came, there was no way he would burn bridges with Madam Mu because of this matter.

However, he was also reluctant to give up in such a disgraceful manner.

For a time, the situation was in a deadlock.

The crowd of old monsters couldn't help but reveal amused smiles. As the descendant of the Dark Blood Underworld Emperor, his talents might be unmatched, but his personality was simply the worst.

Eh?

Suddenly, Underworld Son caught sight of a familiar figure. He was momentarily stunned and blurted out, "Lin Xun!?"

The old monsters present were also stunned. Were Underworld Son and Lin Xun acquainted?

However, they soon realized something was off because Underworld Son's expression suddenly turned sinister and excited as if he had met his mortal enemy.

"Hahaha, I never expected this. I truly never expected that after so many years, I would run into you at the Great Emperor Pass. Could this be the will of the heavens?"

Underworld Son pulled back his head and laughed at the sky.

He was indeed excited. For the past few years, he had been hiding in the Great Emperor Pass while crazily cultivating to raise his strength.

It was all to take revenge on his most hated enemy, Lin Xun, who had caused him endless shame.

Presently, Underworld Son had created his own dharma art, allowing him to reach a new level in the Supreme True Saint Stage and become an invincible existence.

Hence, his mortal enemy’s appearance at this juncture felt as if the prey had come straight to his doorstep.

The old monsters couldn't help but frown, realizing that Lin Xun and Underworld Son not only knew each other but were also enemies!

Surprised, Madam Mu asked, "Young friend, did you offend him before?"