Urban Undying Lord
Chapter 375 - 375 374 Toasting to Joy Cherishing Each Other

375: Chapter 374: Toasting to Joy, Cherishing Each Other 375: Chapter 374: Toasting to Joy, Cherishing Each Other “I wonder, Daoist friend, what is your esteemed name and in which immortal mountain are you cultivating?

If there’s nothing urgent, this emperor would like to invite you for a drink of water and wine.

Would you honor me with your presence?” Emperor Ziwei sincerely extended the invitation to Ye Xuan, without mentioning anything about Ye Xuan killing innocents indiscriminately.

“I dare not disobey when Daoist Ziwei extends such an invitation,” replied Ye Xuan with a slight smile.

“Haha, indeed, you are forthcoming, please.”

Emperor Ziwei laughed heartily, creating a golden cloud that sped off into the distance.

Ye Xuan calmly followed behind.

Throughout their journey, they competed silently in their pace.

What surprised Emperor Ziwei was that despite Ye Xuan being a Luotian Golden Immortal, his speed was not inferior to his.

No matter how much Emperor Ziwei accelerated, Ye Xuan always managed to follow at an unhurried pace.

This made Emperor Ziwei respect Ye Xuan even more and regard him as an equal.

On an immortal mountain, spiritual energy lingered.

In a pavilion perched amidst the misty peaks, Ye Xuan and Emperor Ziwei sat facing each other, with a pot of immortal wine between them.

“This emperor toasts you, Daoist friend.”

Emperor Ziwei raised his cup and clinked it with Ye Xuan’s.

Both drank down the wine in their cups and then burst out laughing, sharing a moment of mutual appreciation.

“Daoist friend, I have traversed the heavens, earth, and the Three Realms for hundreds of thousands of years and have yet to meet anyone as defiant of the heavens as you.

I have searched all my memories and cannot find anyone like you.

Please, could you tell me your esteemed name?” Emperor Ziwei asked with a smile.

“Just a nameless man from the wilderness.

If Daoist Ziwei wishes, you may call me Daoist Ye,” Ye Xuan replied, giving Emperor Ziwei an ambiguous answer.

Emperor Ziwei was not one to pry.

Since Ye Xuan had his reservations, he naturally did not pursue further.

“Daoist Ye, it’s not me boasting, but with your combat power, there really is no match for you among Luotian Golden Immortals.

Even among Daluo Golden Immortals, you could proudly hold your own.

Once you step into the Daluo Realm, I fear that there must be a place for you in this universe,” Emperor Ziwei exclaimed.

“Daoist Ziwei jests.

Becoming a Daluo Golden Immortal is not so easy.

Today’s meeting without conflict is also a fate between us.

I toast you, Daoist friend,” said Ye Xuan with a slight smile, raising his cup and finishing the wine.

True friends have the power to overturn tables and the propriety not to, mused Emperor Ziwei.

Today, in the mists of this immortal mountain, as he and Ye Xuan exchanged toasts, there truly was a sense of meeting too late.

“What brings Daoist Ziwei to the minor Sheng country, and where are you headed next?”

Casual talk it may be, but merely a casual question as they exchanged drinks, Ye Xuan asked with a smile.

“Daoist Ye might not know, but the Jade Emperor from Heavenly Court sent me a Jade Scroll ordering me to meet with the Guanghan Fairy three years from now…”

As Emperor Ziwei slowly recounted, the previously smiling Ye Xuan’s face gradually turned cold, a shadowy murderous intent quietly flashing through his eyes, though Emperor Ziwei did not notice Ye Xuan’s change and continued talking.

Emperor Ziwei, one of the three great Emperors of the Heavenly Court, spent most of his time traveling through the Three Realms, often engaging in philosophical discussions over wine with friends—a truly carefree existence.

But now, the Jade Emperor wanted to marry Guanghan Fairy as his wife and was sending out many joyful invitations.

Emperor Ziwei had to attend, thus he encountered Ye Xuan on his way back to Heavenly Court.

“Guanghan Fairy, a goddess from ancient times, I really cannot understand why she would marry the Jade Emperor,” remarked Emperor Ziwei, his eyes filled with infatuation and a hint of regret evident in his tone.

Evidently, he had seen Guanghan Fairy’s beauty before.

Although not as obsessed as the Jade Emperor, he certainly harbored some affection for her.

“Hmph, that old fool, the Jade Emperor, is looking for death,” Ye Xuan suddenly said coldly, catching Emperor Ziwei off guard.

As he observed Ye Xuan’s cold demeanor, he gave a wry smile and said, “Perhaps you have also met Guanghan Fairy, but she is very sensitive.

The Jade Emperor truly has gone mad; this matter is not as simple as it seems.”

As Emperor Ziwei’s words trailed off, Ye Xuan smiled faintly, his smile filled with an indescribable murderous aura.

Guanghan Fairy was destined to be his, Ye Xuan’s woman, considered by him as his personal possession.

Forget about love; in Ye Xuan’s heart, Guanghan Fairy was already marked as his own.

How could he tolerate any other contenders?

Now that the Jade Emperor dared to lay hands on Guanghan Fairy, how could Ye Xuan bear it?

“If the Jade Emperor really took the Guanghan Fairy,” it did not imply that Ye Xuan wore a green hat, but rather gave Ye Xuan a feeling akin to swallowing a fly in disgust.

Ye Xuan had not forgotten, three hundred years ago, during his battle with Yu Ding, the Guanghan Fairy had pleaded with the Jade Emperor on his behalf.

Although he had not accepted, he could never forget the mocking and scornful look in the Jade Emperor’s eyes.

“Alright, alright, the matter of the Guanghan Fairy and the Jade Emperor has nothing to do with us, let’s not talk about it anymore.”

Emperor Ziwei smiled wryly, feeling increasingly close to Ye Xuan as they once again clinked cups and drank.

However, Emperor Ziwei’s expression changed subtly, a trace of hesitation in his eyes as if deciding on a very important matter.

Until two jars of immortal wine were emptied, Emperor Ziwei finally fixed his gaze, his expression solemn as he said, “Ye Daoist, meeting you today felt extremely harmonious.

I have a proposal to become sworn brothers with you.

Would you be willing?”

Originally, Ye Xuan was immersed in thoughts about the Guanghan Fairy.

When he heard Emperor Ziwei’s words, he was jolted back to reality, a trace of astonishment crossing his eyes.

Perhaps sensing Ye Xuan’s surprise, Emperor Ziwei slightly smiled, “Do not fault your brother for his rashness.

It’s just that I felt an instant connection with you and I am optimistic about your future.

If you’re unwilling, I will not force you.”

In fact, Emperor Ziwei was a very proud person, and few could catch his eye.

However, today’s encounter with Ye Xuan had left him eager to forge a strong bond with this particular individual.

Since the opening of Heaven and Earth, there has never been a known instance of a Luotian Golden Immortal defeating a Daluo Golden Immortal—a story straight out of a myth.

Yet, this very event was experienced by Emperor Ziwei firsthand, and it was an incredible matter.

Emperor Ziwei was extremely optimistic about Ye Xuan’s future.

If they could become sworn brothers, it would be beneficial in every aspect, entailing only advantages and no disadvantages.

Of course, becoming sworn brothers was not merely a ceremonial event.

It signified a deeply connected alliance where if one side faced difficulties, the other, regardless of being billions of miles away, would come to aid.

If the brothers turned against each other, it would make the creatures of the Three Realms mock them.

Look at the Heavenly Demon King, Bull Demon King from the Western Continent; he had sworn brotherhood with that monkey in the past, but later turned into enemies.

This was critiqued by the creatures of the Three Realms, forcing him to hide in Jilei Mountain for tens of thousands of years, utterly ruining his reputation.

Ye Xuan hadn’t expected that Emperor Ziwei would propose sworn brotherhood.

This made him furrow his brows, pondering something.

Of course, Ye Xuan knew that Emperor Ziwei had wide connections.

Being a Daluo Golden Immortal and one of the three great Emperors of the Heavenly Court, becoming sworn brothers with him would certainly be all advantageous and no disadvantage for him.

However, Ye Xuan had offended the Chan Sect lineage.

Once his true identity became known to the beings of the Three Realms, the Ancient Twelve Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect would never let him off.

Besides, he had killed the long-browed Arhat of the Western Lingshan in the past, which had even led Guanyin to come to the Heavenly Court to accuse him.

If it weren’t for the intervention of a Saint’s Decree, just the responsibility demanded by the Western Lingshan would have been a significant issue.

These were all enemies of Ye Xuan, and now, if he were to become sworn brothers with Emperor Ziwei, once his identity was made public, Emperor Ziwei might curse him for being despicable and dragging him down into trouble.

“It’s not that I fail to appreciate your kindness, elder brother, but my identity is sensitive.

If someday elder brother learns of my identity and still wishes to become sworn brothers, I naturally would not refuse.” After some consideration, Ye Xuan tactfully spoke out.

Hearing Ye Xuan’s words, Emperor Ziwei slightly started, then vigorously slammed the table, authoritatively saying, “Younger brother, you need not have any reservations.

I don’t dare claim to hold much weight among the Daluo Golden Immortals, but if anyone dares to trouble you, they’re making an enemy of me, Ziwei.

It could be that I may need to see who dares to be so blind.”

“Elder brother, calm your anger.

Let’s discuss this matter another day.

I have a favor to ask,” Ye Xuan spoke gravely.

“Junior brother, you’re being too formal.

Speak freely if you have anything to say,” Emperor Ziwei solemnly responded.

“I’d like to accompany elder brother to the Heavenly Court, to partake in the grand feast of the Jade Emperor.

What does elder brother think?” Ye Xuan gently asked.

“Ha-ha.”

Emperor Ziwei laughed heartily, “I thought it was something serious.

It’s just this trivial matter.

Even if younger brother hadn’t mentioned it, I would have invited you to join me.”

“Thank you for your consent, elder brother,” Ye Xuan bowed ceremoniously, expressing his gratitude.

Seeing Ye Xuan’s humble and polite demeanor, Emperor Ziwei’s fondness for Ye Xuan increased.

He said, “Very good, very good.

Meeting you today has been very gratifying.

Once we settle the matters of the Heavenly Court, you and I will wander the Three Realms as brothers, thereby weaving a beautiful tale throughout the Three Realms, won’t we?”

“Junior brother, let’s proceed to the Heavenly Court.

Let me also show you the beautiful scenery of the Heavenly Court.”

Emperor Ziwei, not one to dally, ascended into the sky on a golden cloud, followed by Ye Xuan, who cloaked himself in Luotian Golden Light; they became beams of light shooting directly toward the Thirty-Three Layered Heaven.

Little did Emperor Ziwei know, the person he admired was not a simple faithful being but the equally renowned Emperor Dongji.

This journey to the Heavenly Court was about to cause unimaginable turmoil and trigger widespread chaos across the Three Realms.