Shocking the Nine Heavens With My Sword
Chapter 300 - 288 Reunion (1/3)

Chapter 300: Chapter 288 Reunion (1/3)

"Hmm?" Everyone was taken aback.

They were all too familiar with such fluctuations of Spiritual Power, having experienced them themselves, although their Cultivation Levels differed.

He’s made a breakthrough!

As the Spiritual Power surged, only those whose Cultivation Level was above Zhou Heng’s could tell that he was about to break through to the Third Layer Heaven of the Mountains and Rivers Realm. It was not surprising, as there were at least fifty if not a hundred present who were stronger than him; however, the timing was incredibly inappropriate.

Who would ever attempt a breakthrough right at the foot of another sect’s mountain gate? Was this person kicked in the head by a donkey?

Yet, the reality was right before their eyes: He was doing just that!

Everyone found themselves speechless in disbelief!

Zhou Heng suddenly let out a long howl, his eyes snapping open as nature’s spiritual energy relentlessly purified his body and consolidated his Realm.

The Third Layer Heaven of the Mountains and Rivers Realm!

Sensing his power fluctuations far exceeding those of an ordinary practitioner of the Mountains and Rivers Realm, everyone revealed shock and disbelief!

Is this really the Third Layer Heaven of the Mountains and Rivers Realm? It seems hardly weaker than the First Layer Heaven of the Spiritual Sea Realm!

In an instant, Zhou Heng was already able to control his power with great proficiency. With his aura concealed, plus the effect of the Stealth Talisman, he became indistinguishable from an ordinary person. His gaze swept over Gu Lingfei, and he cupped his fists, saying, "I respect the rules of your sect. Please allow me to meet with my three friends for a chat!"

Previously, Gu Lingfei had not recognized Zhou Heng. In her eyes, Zhou Heng was nothing more than an insignificant ant, not even worthy of her memory. However, given that he was a practitioner of the Spirit Sea Realm, upon seeing Zhou Heng’s anomaly, she immediately recalled a figure from her memory.

How could this be!

That was her first reaction.

Indeed, how could it be possible? Initially, Zhou Heng was only in the Initial Separation Realm, and yet after such a short time, he broke through to the Third Layer Heaven of the Mountains and Rivers Realm right in front of her!

Gu Lingfei really wanted to pinch herself to wake up from this dream. But as a seasoned expert of the Spirit Sea Realm, she quickly came to terms with the fact that this was very much real.

What a monstrously talented individual! How could such a freak exist in this world!

Seeing that Gu Lingfei had engaged in conversation with Zhou Heng and his group, the other members of the East Spirit Immortal Pond dispersed, as they had more pressing matters to attend to—finding out the cause behind the earlier overflow of Spiritual Energy!

—Of course, it couldn’t have anything to do with the people here; even the strongest among them was merely of the Spirit Sea Realm, how could they cause such a disturbance!

"Senior?" Zhou Heng repeated, cupping his fists again.

"Hmph, Fuxiang and the others are at a critical point in their Cultivation; how could they be distracted!" Gu Lingfei snapped back to reality and immediately refused with a cold demeanor. For some reason, she found herself immensely disliking the man before her.

Zhou Heng’s expression darkened as well as he contained his anger and said, "Please convey the message to them. Whether or not to meet will be for them to decide!"

"Hmph, I am their master, and my words are their will!" Gu Lingfei said sternly.

Zhou Heng clenched his right fist, but Xiao Huoshui and Han Yulian, who already knew him well, immediately stepped forward to hold him back.

"Husband, the East Spirit Immortal Pond is among the world’s most supreme forces. Let’s not be hostile towards them for now. I will bring Xiangxiang and the others to meet you," Han Yulian spoke. As the oldest and most advanced in Cultivation, and being Zhou Heng’s wife, she naturally took on the role of temporary head of their group.

Zhou Heng nodded slowly, thinking to himself about whether he should strip several strong men and place them naked under the Nine Mystic Trial Tower, to be dropped into Gu Lingfei’s room—perhaps it was time to deal with that spiteful woman.

Of course, Gu Lingfei was unaware of Zhou Heng’s thoughts, or she would have gone white with rage and chased after him to exact retribution. She harrumphed and led Han Yulian and Xiao Huoshui up the mountain, leaving the other women behind at the foot of the mountain.

Zhou Heng and his group walked back, finding an inn to stay at the foot of the mountain. The East Spirit Immortal Pond was a superpower in the Heavenly Dragon Empire, drawing countless visitors every day, creating a bustling small town at the base of the mountain.

The inn was small but meticulously clean. It was run by a middle-aged couple who were ordinary people with a seven or eight-year-old daughter, chubby and adorable, who quickly won the affection of Ying Mengfan, the larger "little girl," and the two enjoyed a delightful time together.

The next day, Han Yulian brought Lin Fuxiang and the other ladies to the town, locating the inn.

"Zhou Heng!" The first to rush towards him was not An Yumei, with whom Zhou Heng had already had relations, but Lin Fuxiang. She leaped into his embrace, wrapping her arms around his neck.

Zhou Heng smiled and looked towards An Yumei, who also rushed into his embrace like a swallow returning to its nest.

Gu Zi hesitated for a moment, unsure if she should follow the other women’s lead, appearing quite conflicted.

The two women clung to Zhou Heng, unable to hold back their tears.

"Why are you crying?" Zhou Heng asked with a smile.

"Can’t I be happy?" Lin Fuxiang pouted, gazing at Zhou Heng with infatuation. "You’ve grown a beard!"

When she first met him, Zhou Heng was just a seventeen-year-old boy, but over the years, after many trials and tribulations, he had matured both in body and mind, developing his own unique presence.

She touched Zhou Heng’s stubble, her silly laughter ringing out.

"Big lecher, you’ve really outdone yourself, taking in so many women!" An Yumei pinched Zhou Heng’s waist, her heart swelling with indignation. No wonder they had been sent to the East Spirit Immortal Pond; he had been hatching such a plan all along.

"Zhou Heng, you’re surely no match for me now!" Lin Fuxiang suddenly exclaimed happily, clapping her hands and laughing.

Zhou Heng glanced at the three women, noting that they were quite impressive. Gu Lingfei had clearly put a lot of effort into their training; all three had broken through to the Heaven-Opening Realm. In Cold Blue Country, they were of Old Ancestor status, which explained why Lin Fuxiang felt so proud.

In front of his own women, Zhou Heng had no desire to show off. He chuckled and said, "So, should I start calling you senior now?"

"You know your place; that’s good. I’ll let you off this time!" Lin Fuxiang bragged triumphantly, her tail nearly wagging up to heaven.

Everyone settled down, sharing their experiences over the past two years. Compared to Zhou Heng’s colorful life, the lives of Lin Fuxiang and the other two women were quite monotonous, consisting only of cultivation, more cultivation, and yet more cultivation.

"Zhou Heng, your timing is perfect. I was about to die of boredom," Lin Fuxiang complained. "I told my master that I want to follow you around to play... no, to temper myself through experience!" After voicing her grievances, she decided to join her lover’s travels.

"Mmm, we’re not weak anymore, Big Casanova. From now on, we can protect you!" An Yumei said cheerfully.

"Exactly, this has always been our motivation for our diligent practice; we can’t wait to see your awkward expression when you’re being protected by us!" Lin Fuxiang was ecstatic, apparently eager for that moment to come.

Zhou Heng couldn’t help but turn dark with the thought of what these three women were imagining!

Gu Zi was much better, silent as ever, her busty charms still as breathtaking, with Ying Mengfan not even close to matching up! Alone, Ying Mengfan’s bust might compare with Gu Zi’s, but put the two together, and you’d know who was truly blessed, who had the legendary ample bosom!

Hisss, how could his thoughts suddenly drift there!

Zhou Heng quickly shook off such distractions. With laughter and conversation flowing, in this era, a man having multiple wives was nothing out of the ordinary. Every woman present knew of Zhou Heng’s exceptional qualities, and it was natural for a distinguished man to be surrounded by beauties.

Lin Fuxiang and the other two women soon blended well with the others, and though Ying Mengfan was the most beautiful, her childlike mindset didn’t hold sway here, with the crowd naturally looking up to Han Yulian as their leader.

After the feast was over, Zhou Heng asked the innkeeper for three extra rooms to accommodate the three women.

All women have a penchant for cleanliness, feeling uncomfortable without a daily bath. The three women hadn’t brought any change of clothes with them in their haste, so Zhou Heng had to pick some out from the Nine Mystic Trial Tower and send them over.

Entering Gu Zi’s room, right as he set the clothes on the table, he heard the sound of splashing water from the inner room, along with the faint sound of conversation.

"Sister, you’re so pretty!" a childlike voice said.

That was the cute little daughter of the innkeeper, acting all grown-up and causing much amusement, possibly even more reliable than Ying Mengfan in Zhou Heng’s opinion.

"I am very pretty!" Gu Zi unapologetically replied.

Zhou Heng’s face twitched, that woman was as serious as ever. Wasn’t she worried about crushing the little girl’s feelings?

"Sister, when Nannan grows up, can I be pretty like you?"

"I’m afraid not!"

"Can Nannan’s chest grow as big as yours?"

"Is that woman outside in the yellow clothes your mother?"

"It’s Nannan’s mother, sister, what about it?"

"Your mom’s flat-chested, so you’re likely to be the same!"

"Sister, for real?"

"For real!"

"Is there no hope at all?"

"None!"

"Boo hoo hoo, boo hoo hoo, boo hoo hoo hoo!"

Crying sounds from the little girl suddenly filled the room.

Zhou Heng facepalmed—what a woman with no EQ! He sighed and called out, "I’ve left the clothes on the table!" He then left the room, silently offering a prayer for the little girl’s stricken soul. Poor kid.

The next day, An Yumei and the two other women returned to the East Spirit Immortal Pond. When they explained to Gu Lingfei that they wanted to descend the mountain to travel, they had a perfect excuse—Shangtian Martial Pavilion.

Even if the East Spirit Immortal Pond had Divine Infant Realm Old Ancestors, they could not personally guide the disciples in their cultivation. Thus, the Shangtian Martial Pavilion was extremely attractive to the disciples of the East Spirit Immortal Pond.

With such a pretext, how could Gu Lingfei oppose them?

However, a day later, instead of the three women returning, Zhou Heng was greeted by an uninvited guest.

The Single Leaf Jade Boat appeared out of thin air, hovering above the inn, casting a looming shadow and imposing pressure.

Although the town was built beside the East Spirit Immortal Pond and was used to the presence of high and mighty figures, the sight was still regarded as miraculous, and many people began bowing in worship.

Whoosh, a figure descended. It was an exceptionally handsome young man who entered the inn with his hands clasped behind him. As he walked through, every ordinary soul couldn’t help but both admire and fear him, appearing awestruck and uneasy.

"You must be Zhou Heng, right? My name is Wu Tianyou!" the young man said.

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