Perfection: He is the Heavenly Emperor, I am the Eastern Emperor!

Chapter 78 Heavenly God Mountain

Chapter 78 Heavenly God Mountain

At the same time, the willow branches in the air seemed to be surprised by Yunxi's actions and paused briefly, as if the beings behind them were thinking about something.

In an instant, the atmosphere in the entire Cloud Hidden Ancient City became extremely tense. Everyone held their breath, fearing that the slightest movement would disturb that terrifying being and thus bring about their own demise.

After a long while, Liu Shen's deep, magnetic, and textured voice finally rang out in the void, carrying an undeniable majesty that resonated in everyone's hearts.

"Shi An, what are your plans?"

Upon hearing that Liu Shen had actually asked him this question, Shi An was immediately invigorated. He was somewhat puzzled as to why Liu Shen would ask him this question.

As if sensing Shi An's confusion, Liu Shen's voice rang out again: "This matter arose because of you, so naturally it should be up to you to decide how to handle it."

"I?"

Upon hearing this, Shi An was taken aback for a moment, then turned to look at Yun Xi and Yun Canghai behind her.

Looking at the extremely complex expression on Yun Canghai's face, and Yun Xi's resolute yet pleading eyes, Shi An finally felt a pang of reluctance.

This doesn't mean that Shi An has fallen in love with the other person, but rather that the other person's actions just now touched him, reminding him of the scene when he first came to this world, after encountering a pack of wolves, and met Shi Linhu and others.

"Phew~"

After a long while, Shi An took a deep breath, looked up at the willow branches in the air, and slowly said, "Willow Goddess, I want to handle this matter myself, is that alright?"

"Can!"

With a resounding echo, the ancient, verdant willow branch slowly retracted, and at the same time, the chilling pressure in the air dissipated, leaving only a faint green hue, as if gently soothing the land.

Only then did everyone in the Hidden Cloud City awaken from their daze, letting out a sigh of relief as if they had just woken from a long nightmare.

Yun Canghai felt a sudden lightness in his body, and he collapsed to the ground, panting heavily, his eyes filled with relief at surviving the ordeal and deep reverence for the Willow God.

Seeing this, Yunxi's tense body finally relaxed, and she turned to look at Yun Canghai, her eyes filled with worry: "Grandfather..."

Looking at Yun Xi's worried face, Yun Canghai couldn't help but feel a complex emotion in his eyes. Finally, he sighed and said, "Little Xi, I was wrong."

"Thank you for your magnanimity, senior!"

After saying this, Yun Canghai struggled to his feet, first bowing deeply to the sky, and then turning to Shi An to say, "Thank you, young friend, for not holding my past mistakes against me and for forgiving my previous rash behavior."

"There's no need for that."

However, to Yun Canghai's slight embarrassment, Shi An ignored him, only coldly replying before turning to his granddaughter and saying, "If you really want to thank me, then thank me for having such a good granddaughter."

"If her actions hadn't moved that being even slightly, how could that being have entrusted the choice to me?"

"Xiao Xi..."

Hearing Shi An's words, Yun Canghai looked at Yun Xi beside him with a complicated expression, his heart filled with endless emotion and guilt.

He knew that if Yunxi hadn't stepped forward today and exchanged her own life for his, he would probably have been reduced to dust, and even the Celestial Race might have suffered annihilation as a result.

However, facing Yun Canghai's gaze, Yun Xi simply smiled and said, "Grandfather, you don't need to do that. I just did what I was supposed to do."

But it was easy to tell from her slightly trembling body that she was actually quite scared before.

Seeing the grandfather and grandson getting along well, Shi An frowned, then used the little strength he had just recovered to stand up and slowly walk away into the distance.

"wait·······"

Although Shi An's commotion was not loud, it still caught Yun Xi's attention. She immediately reached out to call out to him, but she paused as soon as she opened her mouth.

Because she didn't know what reason to use to stop the other person, even though her grandfather had previously tried to kill him.

Perhaps sensing Yun Xi's hesitation, or perhaps Yun Canghai also wanted to do something about his actions, he quickly followed up by saying, "Young friend, please wait!"

"Is there anything else?"

Upon hearing Yun Canghai's voice, Shi An frowned slightly, then turned and coldly stared at him, saying, "What? Could it be that senior, seeing that the other one has left, wishes to keep this junior here as well?"

"Young friend, you jest! I had absolutely no such intention!"

Feeling Shi An's icy gaze, Yun Canghai quickly explained, "I only wish to make amends for what I did today. Please don't refuse, young friend!"

Seeing that Yun Canghai had stopped him to offer compensation, a hint of mockery flashed in Shi An's eyes: "Oh? Compensation? How does Senior intend to compensate me?"

Seeing that Shi An seemed to be interested, Yun Canghai felt a little relieved and quickly said, "If you don't mind, young friend, you can come with me to Tian Shen Mountain for a chat."

"Our Celestial Race possesses numerous ancient texts, secret manuals, and rare treasures. You may choose one from them as compensation. Furthermore, I can personally guide your cultivation and help you advance further."

"Senior, are you perhaps planning to lure me to Mount Tian Shen so you can settle things with me there?"

What made Yun Canghai's expression change drastically was that after listening to his suggestion, Shi An not only showed no sign of being moved, but instead curled up a cold smile, his tone laced with sarcasm.

Upon hearing this, Yun Canghai's heart sank, but in order to prevent this matter from ultimately harming the Celestial Race, he hurriedly explained, "Young friend, you misunderstand. I had absolutely no such intention!"

"Leaving aside the fact that Mount Tianshen is the sacred ground of my Celestial Race, even with that person present, I would never dare to do such an unfilial thing again."

As Yun Canghai finished speaking, Shi An did not answer immediately this time. Instead, he stared at Yun Canghai, seemingly trying to determine the truthfulness of his words.

After a moment, he seemed to have made up his mind, and slowly nodded, saying, "Alright, then I'll trust you this once. But if I find out that you have any improper thoughts, don't blame me for turning ruthless."

Seeing that Shi An finally agreed, Yun Canghai felt a surge of relief and hurriedly echoed, "Young friend, rest assured, I will do my best to show my sincerity."

Meanwhile, Yunxi, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief upon seeing this. She understood that it was the best possible outcome that the matter could be resolved in this way.

Then, she gently tugged at Yun Canghai's sleeve and whispered, "Grandfather, let's go."

"good!"

Yun Canghai nodded, then turned to Shi An and gestured for him to enter: "Young friend, please."

"Let's go!" Shi An nodded slightly.

And so, led by Yun Canghai, the three of them crossed countless mountains and lakes in the blink of an eye and arrived at a majestic mountain range.

This place seems to be a sacred land, with majestic mountains that resemble an old dragon coiled up or a long-lived tortoise lying dormant. The rich spiritual energy that enters the body makes one feel much lighter as soon as they arrive.

In the distance, majestic mountains rise imposingly, piercing the clouds—that is…

"The ancient sacred mountain..."

Looking at the majestic mountain, Shi An felt a slight stirring in his heart, and then looked around.

Because my family has been busy with cattle hunting and selling these past few days, I can only guarantee that I won't be able to update regularly. Thank you for your understanding!

(End of this chapter)