Chapter 2121 - Divine Daughter Wu YiThe Six-Laughs Priest lifted the bowl of icy soup before him, his gaze shifting to Yun Che. He clearly detected an unexpected sweetness that shouldn't be present in the otherwise ordinary bitter-leaf soup.
As the chilled soup entered his mouth, the Six-Laughs Priest found himself unable to contain his emotions anymore. A trace of warmth seeped from the corners of his eyes, and he promptly downed the entire bowl of Four-Colored Cloud Soup.
"Uncle Six-Laughs, take it slow! Good food should be savored," Hua Caili said cheerfully, her heart swelling with pride.
The fact that Uncle Six-Laughs finished the entire bowl without hesitation was a testament to Brother Yun's culinary skills, she thought gleefully.
"For the first time, I feel like a mere child in the way of cooking. You're amazing, kid, turning this bitter leaf into something so delicious." The Six-Laughs Priest, having finished the soup, even licked the remaining dregs with a satisfied expression.
"How did you manage to create four entirely different flavors from such a simple ingredient as bitter leaf?" The priest's attention shifted from Hua Caili to Yun Che. "What did you say your name was? Yun something?"
"Junior Yun Che of the Dreamweaving Kingdom of God greets the Six-Laughs Priest."
"Yun Che? Are you the missing Meng Jianyuan who has returned?" The Six-Laughs Priest frowned and circled around Yun Che, his stern expression quickly transforming into one of flattery. "What do you think about taking me as your apprentice? I thought I had reached the pinnacle of cooking in the Abyss, but it seems I've been confined to my own world, a frog at the bottom of the well."
"Senior is joking. While I have some understanding of the culinary arts, I could never compare to someone like you who has immersed themselves in the craft. If you don't mind, we can exchange ideas next time," Yun Che replied humbly with a bow.
"Hmph! If you refuse, I'll tell that brat Meng Kongchan to make you stay here with me after the Pure Land Gathering. Let's see if this old man can't best you in the culinary arts," the Six-Laughs Priest said indignantly. Then, turning to Hua Caili, he added, "This kid you brought along is quite handsome and matches you well, but he's far too arrogant for my taste."
"Uncle Six-Laughs, stop joking around. Brother Yun is so wonderful; don't scare him!" Hua Caili said, pulling Yun Che protectively behind her. "And don't forget, you owe me a favor since you lost the bet. Hehe!"
Seeing the unusual interaction between Hua Caili and Yun Che, the Six-Laughs Priest smiled meaningfully. "This old man doesn't go back on his word. I'll keep my promise. Come, let's celebrate with a drink!"
"No, no! Uncle Six-Laughs, we have things to do. We'll visit you another time," Hua Caili said hurriedly, dragging Yun Che away.
"Kid, don't think you can run away! I will challenge you again in the culinary arts!"
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From the Pure Land emerged the stern figure of the Lightless Divine Regent, exuding an aura of unapproachable dominance. Behind her followed an entourage of female cultivators, just as the rumors described — men were considered inferior in the Eternal Night Kingdom of God and were unqualified to attend the Pure Land Meeting.
Among the Eternal Night delegation, the most striking figure stood not far from Shenwu Yanye. It was the new Eternal Night Divine Daughter, Shenwu Yi, whose radiance was utterly captivating.
"So, this is Shenwu Yi? No wonder the Lightless Divine Regent protects her so fiercely…" Sha Xing stood rooted in place. For the first time in his life his heart was shaken by the beauty of this young woman.
Even filled with murderous aura Pan Bu Wang seemed briefly stunned by Shenwu Yi's visage before regaining his composure and snorting coldly, his gaze filled with resentment for her.
"The Eternal Night Divine Daughter is truly extraordinary, comparable to Divine Daughter Caili."
"Her aura is even more cold and ethereal — she surpasses Divine Daughter Caili in that regard."
"My heavens, Divine Daughter Shenwu Yi is already at the sixth level of the Divine Extinction Realm!"
As Shenwu Yi stepped into view, nearly all eyes in the Pure Land were drawn to her.
Her beauty was as if it has been bestowed by the heavens. Her skin was flawless, untainted by the slightest impurity of the Abyss. Even in the entire Abyss, only Hua Caili and Hua Qingying could rival her beauty.
Shenwu Yi's eyes held no trace of impurity, only a bit coldness, like the bright moon in the sky and as clear as a lotus rising from the water. Her presence carried an allure that was impossible to resist, as though she was an immortal descended from a painting, too divine for this world.
Even clad in simple black garments, her peerless beauty could not be hidden. In the Eternal Night Kingdom of God, she shone like a lone pearl in the night, radiating an undying brilliance.
"Hmph!" Shenwu Yanye waved her hand, a gust of wind snapping everyone out of their daze. Her eyes brimmed with disdain, particularly for the men who dared to covet a woman's beauty. "Wuyi, wear your veil. You are not to remove it without my permission."
"Yes," Shenwu Yi replied impassively, draping a black veil over her breathtaking face, concealing her celestial visage.
Even after Shenwu Yi departed, many remained entranced, lost in the dream-like memory of her presence.
"Brother Yuan, I have some important information to share with you."
Shortly after leaving the Six-Laughs Priest, Yun Che and Hua Caili reluctantly parted ways, and Yun Che returned to the Dreamweaving Kingdom of God's quarters and listened to Meng Jianxi's report with interest.
"It's about the Eternal Night Kingdom of God's new Divine Daughter, Shenwu Yi."
"I thought Divine Daughter Caili was the pinnacle of beauty in the Abyss, but Shenwu Yi rivals her completely. While Divine Daughter Caili exudes freshness and elegance, Shenwu Yi embodies a cold, otherworldly purity,"
"She is just like a fairy who has descended to the mortal world. All men who are lucky enough to see her true face can't help but admire this magical creation of heaven. No, even women will also sigh at her transcendent coolness."
Meng Jianxi said, unable to hide surprise, excitement and awe in his voice.
"That's all?" Yun Che asked, curious but unimpressed. He had encountered too many unparalleled beauties in his life.
Qianye Ying'er, the former Dragon Queen Shen Xi, and now even the once high and mighty Goddess of Creation of Life Li Suo is by his side.
Meng Jianxi toned down his excitement and grew serious. "No, the most remarkable thing is Divine Daughter Shenwu Yi's cultivation. In less than thirty years, she has ascended from the peak of the Divine Master Realm to the sixth level of the Divine Extinction Realm! It's incredible and can only be called a miracle."
He sighed quietly in his heart. 'How good it would be if she were not from the Eternal Night Kingdom of God.'
Whether it is her appearance or her cultivation talent, she is the best in the world. Such a woman should be sought after by everyone, but she was born in the Eternal Night Kingdom of God, a place that men cannot approach.
Yun Che's expression shifted to one of astonishment. Such talent even rivaled his own, despite the incredible powers he inherited, including the Sacred Body of Nothingness bestowed upon him by the Ancestral Goddess, the legacies of the Heretic God and Rage God, as well as other heaven-defying powers.
This astonishing genius reminded him of Xia Qingyue, the extraordinary woman created for his sake by the Ancestral Goddess, who had married him in Floating Cloud City and was part of his life ever since. Only she could have such a heaven-defying talent.
'Qingyue, could it be you?' Yun Che's thoughts drifted to their shared past, recalling every memory of time the two of them had spent together and events they've gone through. Coming to this abyss world, his ultimate goal was to be buried in this world forever, not to allow any threats to be transmitted to the world of life, and his other goals were to find Xia Qingyue's whereabouts and take good care of Shen Xi and their daughter.
'Qingyue, if I have the chance to see you again, I will definitely use everything I have to make up for the debt and guilt I owe you over the years.'
"The sixth level of the Divine Extinction Realm is the highest realm among all the Divine Sons and Daughters, except for Dian Jiuzhi, the first Divine Son."
"Although I don't know what is Shen Wuyi's Divine Essence, according to such a cultivation talent, she has at least nine points of Divine Essence, and may even have the same perfect Divine Essence as you."
Meng Jianxi's voice broke through his reverie. "Brother Yuan, are you listening?"
"Yes, I heard you. Keep monitoring the movements of all the Divine Sons and Daughters. Inform me of any news immediately," Yun Che instructed.
"Understood. With all six Kingdoms of God and the Dragon Clan present, the Pure Land Meeting should officially commence within the next few days. Brother Yuan should make preparations early." Meng Jianxi said.
"Brother Jianxi, it's you who should prepare. Only you will represent the Dreamweaving Divine Kingdom this time," Yun Che said with a smile before retreating to his quarters.
As the last of the Dragon Clan arrived, all participants of the Pure Land Meeting were now assembled. Six Kingdoms of God and the Dragon Clan made their final preparations, awaiting the Abyssal Monarch.