Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 1523 - 1523 877 Coming Just For Haishan City Part 2

Chapter 1523: Chapter 877: Coming Just For Haishan City Part 2 Chapter 1523: Chapter 877: Coming Just For Haishan City Part 2 Qi Tian nodded in satisfaction. With such a significant change in appearance, Huo Yunbiao was now unrecognizable to others because of his former self.

Qi Tian swung himself onto Huo Yunbiao’s back and pointed towards Haishan City, saying, “Let’s go, to Haishan City, to earn spirit stones.”

Huo Yunbiao excitedly roared towards the sky, his penetrating cry echoing around the world, striking fear across a hundred miles. Every beast that heard the roar prostrated on the ground, trembling, while the Demonic Birds in the air flapped their wings frantically, flying away as fast as they could to escape the area.

With a powerful kick of his strong hind legs against the ground, Huo Yunbiao and Qi Tian soared into the air, leaping forward. By the time they landed again, they were already a hundred meters away. This was just a casual leap from Huo Yunbiao, not even using his full strength, otherwise, he could have jumped even higher and farther.

In this manner, Huo Yunbiao, carrying Qi Tian, dashed forward in a blur, leaving anyone who witnessed their speed speechless and full of envy.

A journey of a thousand miles was merely a matter of less than half a day for Huo Yunbiao, who easily traversed the distance with Qi Tian on his back. Along the way, whether they encountered mountains and rivers or gorges and lakes, nothing could slow down their pace.

From several miles away, Qi Tian could see a range of continuous mountains. About ten miles away from the mountain’s base lay a city sprawled out like a tiger ready to pounce, and to the east of the city was a vast ocean.

This was Haishan City, a place brimming with opportunities.

Even without entering Haishan City, Qi Tian could feel its prosperity. Looking from afar, one could clearly see cultivators constantly coming in and out of the city, either heading towards the nearby mountains or diving into the eastern ocean. Each of them was striving on their path of cultivation in their own way.

Qi Tian patted Huo Yunbiao’s head. Understanding the gesture, Huo Yunbiao let out another roar towards the sky. This roar was majestic and domineering, as if proclaiming to the entire Haishan City—I am here.

This roar instantly caused a huge commotion throughout Haishan City. Thousands of cultivators were disturbed, thinking it was an attack by a beast. The city’s alarm bells rang loudly, and countless cultivators shot up into the sky. They activated their armor and hovered in the air, gleaming brightly as if they were sparkling stars.

This scene alone was enough for Qi Tian to gauge the wealth of Haishan City’s cultivators. However, what almost made Qi Tian drool was Haishan City’s massive protective barrier that rose up and enveloped the entire city.

Haishan City was similar in size to Wanjie City but not smaller, covering an area of over two hundred miles. One could imagine how many precious cultivation resources were needed just to set up such a city-wide protective barrier, the colossal amount of Array materials used, and the incalculable human effort involved—certainly an astronomical sum. Deploying an Array was one thing but willing to use it was another. Haishan City had activated its protective barrier just because of Huo Yunbiao’s roar, revealing the extent of its wealth. The cost to activate such a barrier was massive, enough to cover the cultivation needs of hundreds, if not thousands, of cultivators for several years.

Quickly wiping the drool from the corner of his mouth, Qi Tian, though not unfamiliar with grandeur, was still astonished at Haishan City’s opulence. He resolved to make the most of the time before the big competition to thoroughly plunder Haishan City, determined to fill all his Storage Bags to the brim.

With a gentle tap of his foot on Huo Yunbiao’s belly, Qi Tian and his mount continued towards Haishan City at a leisurely pace.

Those cultivators who had just soared into the sky began looking around, and quickly fixed their gaze on Qi Tian’s location, each flying towards him.

As they approached, their momentum was ferocious, having initially thought that a demon beast was attacking their city. However, upon getting closer, they were astounded to find a person seated upon the back of the dread-inspiring beast that made one’s legs go weak and heart fill with awe.

The Tiger Demon exuded an overwhelming presence, and the aura emanating from it subdued all directions. Cultivators who had interacted with Nascent Soul Masters could discern that this Tiger Demon likely possessed Nascent Soul Stage strength. Yet, despite its power, it was willingly carrying a human cultivator on its back. How terrifying then must this cultivator be?

This matter was too unnerving to ponder upon, sending shivers down one’s spine.

Among the cultivators who had flown over, the one leading them was a man at the Gold Core Realm. He quickly instructed everyone to land and to stow their weapons. In such a situation, it was crucial not to show any signs of hostility from Haishan City towards the senior riding on the Tiger Demon’s back. If they gave him the wrong impression, it could spell disaster for Haishan City.

With a forced smile that bordered on obsequious, the Gold Core Realm man hastened to Qi Tian and greeted him with cupped fists, “Senior, I am Rong Guanghui, the second captain of the Haishan City defense team. May I know how to address you?”

Qi Tian said indifferently, “You may call me Tiger Taoist.”

Rong Guanghui suspected that Qi Tian had given a false name, but nonetheless replied with a smile, “May I inquire where you are from and where you are heading? Are you perhaps visiting Haishan City?”

Qi Tian nodded and said, “I know what you want to ask. I’ll tell you the truth, I am here for Haishan City. But don’t worry, I mean no harm. I’ve heard that Haishan City is quite prosperous, so I came to see it for myself. If Haishan City is indeed as flourishing as I’ve heard, I might stay for a while. Would Captain Rong be willing to guide me?”

Rong Guanghui nodded eagerly. Being Qi Tian’s guide was a trivial matter, and he did not feel belittled. Moreover, it was an opportunity for him to get to know Qi Tian better and ascertain his true intentions.

“Since Captain Rong has no objections, then please lead the way,” Qi Tian said unceremoniously.

Rong Guanghui quickly signaled his subordinates with his eyes, bidding them disperse. When he was alone, he eagerly said to Qi Tian, “Senior, if you would please follow me. I see that your journey has been exhausting; you must be very weary. Allow me to take you to the most renowned restaurant in Haishan City to rest. I have already sent a message to prepare the finest food and drinks for you. You must graciously accept.”

Qi Tian nodded, gesturing as he spoke, “I’ve long heard that Haishan City’s delicacies are unique. I’m looking forward to a good feast today.”

Leading the way, Rong Guanghui walked ahead, while Qi Tian followed on the back of Huo Yunbiao. Along the way, their presence attracted the gaze of many. Before long, they reach the gates of Haishan City where a crowd had already gathered. A few individuals at the forefront of the crowd released their oppressive aura, silencing the area outside the gates.

Through the perception functionality of the Heavenly Dao Engine, Qi Tian clearly sensed the stringent precautions outside the city gates. In both visible and hidden spots, there were over a dozen Nascent Soul Masters, and various defenses such as Arrays, prohibitions, and puppets had been prepared. It was likely that if they felt he posed any threat, they would not hesitate to attack.