CHAPTER 385: CHAPTERS 116-161 GREAT HARVEST (TWO-IN-ONE CHAPTER, REQUESTING MONTHLY TICKETS)_4

Moreover, Shen Changqing was no longer an ordinary Great Grandmaster; his strength was even more exceptional. Understanding Tiankui’s apprehension, he fetched a basin of clear water and dissolved his fresh blood into it. Instantly, the crystal-clear well water became tinted with the rich power of heavenly thunder. It seemed as if what lay before him was not merely a basin of water, but a miniature Thunder Pond.

"Drink up!" Shen Changqing said indifferently, setting the water before Tiankui.

The Fierce Beast had been following him, often feasting for one day and starving for the next three. Now, this basin of water infused with his blood could presumably suffice it for a few days.

Anyway, since his strength had increased, his mood was also good. Previously, a drop of blood could only sustain consumption for a day or two. Now, one drop could be diluted into a whole basin of water, which seemed a bit simpler than before.

Looking at the basin of water, Tiankui whined softly, then buried its head and gulped down a mouthful. Soon after, it closed its eyes, silently digesting the consumed energy.

Shaking his head, Shen Changqing didn’t concern himself further. He left the courtyard and headed towards the great hall. When the Demon Evil and the Eternal Alliance attacked Mountain-Breaking City, Defender Ji Tianlu had also taken action to intercept them. At this moment, Shen Changqing expected Ji Tianlu was still waiting there for him. There were some matters he needed to discuss with Ji Tianlu.

Inside the great hall, Defender Ji Tianlu sat with a complex expression. "Elder Shen has arrived," he said.

"Defender Ji." Shen Changqing nodded slightly and, without much formality, found an empty seat and sat down. Then, he looked towards Ji Tianlu. "Defender Ji, you are not in seclusion. Could it be that you have something to discuss with me?"

"Heh, this time, when the Demon Evil and the Eternal Alliance attacked Mountain-Breaking City, Elder Shen, you single-handedly annihilated four mid-grade Demon Evils and severely wounded the Eternal Alliance Master, forcing him to retreat. Your strength can truly be said to have reached the pinnacle. I admire you greatly," Ji Tianlu said, a smile on his face. "If it weren’t inappropriate right now, I would have planned a grand celebration banquet in your honor, Elder Shen."

His words contained no exaggeration. The battle in Mountain-Breaking City had allowed him to truly see how strong Shen Changqing was. He also understood that, given more time, Shen Changqing could grow to an even more formidable extent. To put it plainly, if not for Shen Changqing’s formidable power, Mountain-Breaking City might have truly suffered a setback at the hands of the Demon Evil this time.

Shen Changqing said, "There’s no need for a celebration banquet. It’s just the killing of a few Demon Evils. Compared to the vast power of the Demon Evil Clan, that’s nothing. As for the Eternal Alliance, it is merely a force casually established by the Demon Evil Clan. Defeating them is nothing worth boasting about."

His words were as casual as a light breeze. Yet, no matter how Ji Tianlu heard them, they seemed peculiar. Even though there was nothing significantly wrong with Shen Changqing’s statement, Ji Tianlu felt a strange discomfort in his heart.

Shaking his head, Ji Tianlu chose not to dwell on the matter. "Regardless, what Elder Shen has done for Mountain-Breaking City is of utmost importance. I have already had the Heavenly Inspection Guard report the news of this battle to the Capital City. I believe it won’t be long before word comes from there. With Elder Shen’s current strength and merit, the benefits you receive will surely be substantial."

A hint of envy touched his face. Not everyone could slay several mid-grade Demon Evils, nor could everyone seriously injure the Eternal Alliance Master. The Demon-Subduing Division might be strict, but it was always generous to the strong, especially those with commendable achievements. Ji Tianlu could imagine the stir it would cause once the Capital City received the news.

Hearing this, Shen Changqing showed no surprise. The Demon-Subduing Division could give what it wanted; if it didn’t, it wouldn’t matter. Truthfully, he currently wasn’t lacking anything. If he had to name something he was short of, it would be Slaughter Value.

After Ji Tianlu finished speaking, Shen Changqing looked directly at him and stated his reason for coming. "During the battle at Mountain-Breaking City, the Eternal Alliance Master’s mask was shattered. Defender Ji, you seemed to recognize his true identity. Now, I wish to ask: who exactly is the Eternal Alliance Master?"