Chapter 409

Chapter 409: Then you can try.

Magic Arrays can be divided into many types.

One of the more niche branches is “engraving.”

“Engraving,” as the name suggests, means exactly what it sounds like.

Its main function is to inscribe a mark on something, claiming ownership.

However, engraving runes are divided into two categories.

One category involves inscribing your own mark onto an object.

This is somewhat akin to refining a celestial weapon into your lifebound treasure.

The other category connects one object with another, allowing for indirect control.

In most cases, the second type of engraving array is more common.

Because anyone can use such an engraved treasure, and it won’t overly burden or endanger the cultivator.

After all, the stronger the treasure, the stronger its self-awareness. If the celestial weapon doesn’t recognize you and you force the refinement, you’ll lose your soul.

Most sects and dynasties’ celestial weapons use the second type of engraving method.

That’s why you often see patriarchs or emperors carrying heirloom tokens passed down through generations.

These tokens control the celestial weapons and don’t require re-refinement when someone dies—too risky.

Building such an array isn’t something a small faction can accomplish.

At least a major power needs to support it from behind.

Coincidentally, the person with the twin-fish tattoo on their hand has quite a significant backing.

But here’s the question: what exactly do they want to engrave?

After much thought, Zhou Wanfeng could only think of one thing: Long Wang Teng, the dragon king who will soon connect the North Sea with the East Sea.

The higher a cultivator’s realm, the more they know. This is because the higher your realm, the more places you can go, the longer you live, and the greater your ability to bear the secrets you know.

Thus, Zhou Wanfeng knows about Long Wang Teng and its importance to the Four Seas.

But the problem is, Long Wang Teng is the lifeblood of the Four Seas. Over the years of connecting the seas, there hasn’t been a single mishap.

Even if their backers are formidable, how could they possibly dare to touch Wang Teng?

Isn’t that like an ant trying to hug a huge iron rod? That iron rod could crush you easily.

Even if, by some miracle, they managed to get their hands on Long Wang Teng, what then? The Four Seas would gang up on them.

No power in this world could withstand the combined wrath of the Four Seas.

As Zhou Wanfeng was pondering these things, the man turned around and slowly said:

“Miss, you’ve been following me for a while now. Continuing to hide is meaningless. Why not come out?”

Zhou Wanfeng was startled; she hadn’t expected her invisibility technique to be detected.

Since she’d been found out, there was no point in hiding anymore.

Zhou Wanfeng stepped out from behind a tree.

The faint spiritual energy aura around her gradually dissipated, revealing her figure.

The man turned around and smiled at Zhou Wanfeng: “Miss, you’ve been following me for a long time. Is there something you want?”

Zhou Wanfeng looked at the man before her and smirked: “I just think you look handsome, big brother.” The man chuckled: “Miss, please don’t joke around. I’m serious.”

“Alright then,” Zhou Wanfeng shrugged. “Since you’ve caught me, I’ll ask directly. What are you doing here? This magic array looks quite intriguing.”

The man shook his head: “What we’re doing is none of your business, but it’s inappropriate for you to have followed us this far.”

“Ah, big brother, you’re so petty. I admit it’s not good to follow you guys, and I’m sorry. You can continue your business here. I’ll leave.”

As she said this, Zhou Wanfeng waved goodbye and turned to leave.

“Since you’ve come, miss, don’t leave so easily.”

As the man finished speaking, countless vines sprouted from the ground in the forest.

Trees shifted positions, instantly forming a magic array.

Zhou Wanfeng had no way to escape.

Mist began to spread, enveloping the entire mountaintop. All Zhou Wanfeng could see was the man in front of her.

Zhou Wanfeng stared at the man: “I thought you were from the Twin Fish Sect, but I didn’t expect you to know this technique. What’s your connection to Zhongyan Mountain?”

The man hesitated, then laughed: “You know quite a lot, miss. May I inquire about your esteemed name?”

Zhou Wanfeng placed her hands together: “Zhou Wanfeng. But my name has been forgotten for a thousand years.”

The man’s eyes widened in surprise, clearly recognizing the name.

“I didn’t expect it to be you, Elder Zhou.” The man removed his mask and bowed to Zhou Wanfeng. “I am Long Hai of Zhongyan Mountain. It seems today, Miss, you will die here.”

Zhou Wanfeng’s eyes twinkled: “Then you can try.”

…

Inside the Dragon Palace, the music and dancing continued uninterrupted.

And the Dragon Palace had prepared quite a few performances.

Besides dancing, there were also veteran artists from the North Sea playing various instruments.

Xu Ming and the others watched these court performances while drinking and eating.

Honestly, this banquet was truly enjoyable, like watching a gala, but the quality of this gala was exceptionally high.

Zhu Cici and Ao Yiner sat beside Xu Ming. Ao Yiner kept chatting with Xu Ming, wanting to talk to him.

Zhu Cici sitting nearby wanted to join the conversation but didn’t know how.

Every time Zhu Cici tried to interject, Ao Yiner, whether intentionally or unintentionally, always managed to keep the conversation going with Xu Ming.

At first, Zhu Cici felt a bit resentful.

But later,

Zhu Cici listened to Xu Ming and Ao Yiner’s chat and realized that the princess of the East Sea seemed very innocent and pure.

She didn’t seem to have any ill intentions; she simply liked chatting with Xu Ming. And the questions she asked were very naive.

As for the princess’s feelings toward Xu Ming, they didn’t resemble those of a lover at all.

Xu Ming also treated her like a younger sister.

Later on, Zhu Cici felt embarrassed about her previous hostility towards her.

“Xu Ming.”

Gathering her courage, Zhu Cici wanted to speak to Xu Ming.

But just as she did, Xu Ming stood up.