Dream Picking Records

"Sit down now!" The elder of the Fearless Lion Clan warned sternly to the leaders of the Chaotic Void Realm.

"Sir, we haven't settled our old scores yet, and he's already gone ahead and killed someone. He clearly doesn't respect you at all! We can put our grudges aside for now, but we must first punish him for his great disrespect!" a clueless person jumped out and said.

"Don't you understand what I mean?"

The old man's voice was deep and powerful, as if a colossal beast was roaring behind him. Immediately afterward, the man who had just jumped out bled from all seven orifices, his primordial spirit shattered.

Liao Ruan continued drinking his tea, seemingly oblivious to everything around him. Apart from the sound of him drinking, no one spoke; even breathing seemed to have stopped.

Only now did the human leaders of the Chaotic Void Realm realize who they truly respected.

"We have shown you respect; it is time for you to prove your identity." The representative of the Nine-Eyed Cicada Clan was a middle-aged woman. She spoke very politely, and although she was skeptical, she dared not reveal too much.

"Of course." Liao Ruan didn't presume, and with a hint of probing, he said in a pretentious manner, "I am a disciple of the Dark Demon King. I received his inheritance near the desolate mountains of the Northern Region when I was young. My master instructed me that he would send me a message at the appropriate time to tell me how to escape."

"You mean you know where the Heavenly King is and have a way to save him!?" An Quan suddenly appeared and excitedly grabbed his hand.

"Yes...yes." Liao Ruan was caught off guard by the current situation. "Who are you?"

"Greetings, Lord An Quan!"

Seeing the respect shown by the representatives such as the Fearless Lion and the Nine-Eyed Cicada, Liao Ruan felt a tightness in his heart. Unexpectedly, the other party became even more respectful, and the object of their respect was himself.

"Please forgive my rudeness. Let me formally introduce myself. I am An Quan, a member of a collateral branch of the Heavenly King's lineage. I pay my respects to you."

"The Dark Demon King actually exists!" exclaimed Luo Yan, the woman from the Nine-Eyed Cicada Clan.

"Hmph, do you think we'd fabricate a nonexistent entity to fool you?"

"No, no, it's just that there has never been any record of the Heavenly King in the historical records of my demon race, so many people inevitably have some doubts."

The elder of the Fearless Lion Clan, Jinlun, hurriedly came out to explain, but An Quan glared fiercely at Luo Yan, and the powerful pressure made her feel as if she were suffocating and unable to speak.

"I'll let it go this time, but if there's a next time, I'll definitely not let you off!"

"Thank you for your forgiveness, sir!"

Coming to her senses, Luo Yan hurriedly knelt down, but An Quan ignored her, his attention entirely focused on Liao Ruan. He had suppressed his initial excitement upon hearing the news, his eyes fixed on her like a hawk's.

"The Heavenly King disappeared after being ambushed by humans, but his cultivation is unparalleled and boundless. We do not believe he is dead, so we have been searching for clues about him in disguise. You claim to be the Heavenly King's disciple, do you have any proof?"

"Ah."

After witnessing An Quan's immense pressure, Liao Ruan felt both apprehensive and excited. Fortunately, he possessed excellent mental fortitude and quickly regained his composure, beginning to demonstrate his martial arts techniques to the crowd.

A mysterious power gradually emanated from his body, spreading outwards like ripples. Soon, the entire palace was enveloped, and not a trace of moonlight could be seen. It was a darkness even purer than the night.

It seemed as if a demon king in the darkness opened his eyes and looked down upon all living beings.

Everyone trembled uncontrollably, except for An Quan, who was restraining his inner impulse.

Just as Liao Ruan's breath was about to reach its peak, it suddenly dissipated, and his energy and spirit plummeted instantly.

He smiled wryly and said helplessly, "The techniques my master passed down are unparalleled and unstoppable, but unfortunately, our talents are too shallow, so we can only glimpse a part of them. Besides, I think many people have heard of the Heavenly Demon Blood Sacrifice Array that my brother, the Nascent Soul Saint Child, once used, and some of you here have even experienced it firsthand."

"No wonder they dared to attack us with just a few people; it turns out it was a magic array bestowed by the Heavenly King!"

The human leader broke out in a cold sweat, unsure whether it was the fear evoked by the events of that day or the lingering dread of almost taking action earlier.

"My master said that as long as I perform this technique, his descendants will naturally acknowledge my identity," Liao Ruan said, looking up at An Quan.

At this moment, An Quan completely lowered his guard, because that domineering and self-centered aura was something that even the core members of their clan could barely grasp. In the present world, apart from the Dark Demon King, no one could guide him to master its essence, so the other party could not possibly be a spy sent by the human race.

Seeing the change in the other party's expression, Liao Ruan was secretly pleased, but unexpectedly, the other party's expression suddenly turned cold and full of murderous intent. His excitement at gaining powerful assistance turned into fear and doubt.

"Are you saying that the Nascent Soul Saint Child is your elder brother?"

"Uh-huh."

"Is your elder brother also a disciple of the Heavenly King?" An Quan asked again.

"That's right, we are both disciples personally taught by our master!"

Liao Ruan initially sensed something was wrong, thinking that his arrogant older brother had offended the other party. However, he realized that the other party's intentions were not with him, so he emphasized the word "personal disciple".

"boom!"

An Quan clenched his fists so tightly that it sounded like an air cannon exploding, which really startled everyone.

"I have lost my composure. I apologize." An Quan bowed respectfully to Liao Ruan, then stood up with a fierce glint in his eyes: "How dare someone kill a disciple of the Heavenly King! This is an unforgivable crime! If I find out who he is, I will tear him to pieces!"

"My elder brother's talent surpassed mine. After comprehending half a step of the technique, he forged another physical body, intending to merge the two into one when they were fully mastered. Unfortunately, he died tragically at the hands of another before he could complete the process!" Liao Ruan said tearfully, "Thank God, after my relentless investigation, I finally confirmed the true identity of the murderer!"

"who is it?"

"He goes by the alias Overlord in the Chaotic Void Realm, but his real name is Wang Xiao!"

"It's him! It's him again! I'll get my chance to skin him alive and tear him apart to vent my anger!" An Quan roared in fury again, veins bulging on his forehead.

"Please calm down, I have a way to lure him out."

"You have a way!?"

"Please look!"

A cloth bag appeared in Liao Ruan's hand. When the bag was opened, a little girl who had fallen into a deep sleep lay on the ground.

"she is?"

Liao Ruan slowly explained to An Quan's question: "Years ago, my brother and I happened to pass by Black Wind Mountain in the Northern Region and unexpectedly received our master's inheritance. After my brother was defeated in the Chaotic Void Realm, I guessed that he would fake his death and return here to recuperate. However, when I came out of seclusion, I only found the aura left behind by his second death! After investigating, I found the answer in a nearby town called Gravel. It was Wang Xiao, who was using the alias Overlord, who happened to be passing by and encountered him again while dealing with the bandits occupying Black Wind Mountain."

"There is a barren mountain near Gravel Town. This mountain is quite strange. It can only be entered smoothly by people from Gravel Town and several nearby towns. And from my observation, it seems to coincide with the place where Master was trapped."

"Are you sure?!" An Quan was overjoyed upon hearing this, but then fell into deep thought and recollection. "Black Wind Mountain... the desolate mountains, ah! I've overlooked that! I once had Pan Donglin send people to search for the Heavenly King's whereabouts, including that area. I do recall a similar description. But the world is vast, and there are many strange places. Since there were no direct clues, I only had them stay behind to observe further. Quick! Take me there to investigate!"

"Senior, please don't be hasty. Now is not the time. Besides, we alone are far from enough," Liao Ruan said.