Chapter 837: Red Sword Origins

Chapter 837: Chapter 826: Red Sword Origins

The phrase “virtuous son-in-law” was spoken with a resounding and powerful tone.

As if afraid no one would know.

The sense of honor and recognition in Duan Zhengchun’s words was clear for anyone to hear.

The onlookers understood, some showing jealousy, some envy, while others couldn’t help but laugh heartily as they approached Duan Zhengchun, calling out ‘Brother Duan,’ their flattery and desire to curry favor blatantly obvious!

Previously, everyone was embroiled in a relentless battle over the Golden Sword.

Now the Golden Sword was obtained by Ding Ling.

Yet no one dared to step forward to snatch it; all they could do was watch helplessly as Ding Ling flew away.

Once Ding Ling was out of sight.

Many couldn’t resist moving closer to Duan Zhengchun and his group.

Duan Zhengchun was the father-in-law of Ding Ling, the Emperor of the Immortal Realm!!

If one could gain Duan Zhengchun’s trust, then get closer to Ding Ling and earn his trust, one could surely rise to great heights and achieve success!

Thinking of this.

Many people’s hearts were ablaze, their gazes toward Duan Zhengchun filled with fervor.

Duan Zhengchun noticed all this and couldn’t help but feel even more pleased and proud.

He knew full well why the onlookers’ attitudes had changed so drastically toward him.

Merely because he had an invincible son-in-law!

Especially as his son-in-law seemed to traverse the Upper and Lower Realms freely! This alone was enough to fill countless people with fear and trepidation!

From this day forth.

Who would dare to challenge the Duan Family?

The more he thought about it, the more grateful and approving Duan Zhengchun felt towards Ding Ling.

Even though Ding Ling had never called him father-in-law, it didn’t hinder him from recognizing Ding Ling as his exemplary son-in-law!

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Ding Ling, with Heavenly Mountain Granny and others, flew out of the Mount Heng Territory, landing in a forest.

The group with Heavenly Mountain Granny was shocked and amazed.

To take dozens of people flying through the sky in one go.

This power was enough to shake the heavens and weep ghosts! Truly astounding! As if a tale from Arabian Nights!

If not seen with one’s own eyes.

Who would believe it?

After steadying herself, Heavenly Mountain Granny composed herself and said:

“Your Majesty. I acquired my Red Sword from a master named Hoduo.”

“Hoduo?”

Ding Ling recalled the man, in the Divine Eagle World, Hoduo was lowly to the extreme for the sake of survival. He acted diligently and conscientiously, so Ding Ling spared him his life.

Unexpectedly, the scoundrel eventually left the Divine Eagle World and ascended to the Celestial Dragon World.

Moreover, it seemed he found unusual luck, entering the Valley of Eternal Spring and obtaining the Red Sword.

But unfortunately, he crossed paths with Heavenly Mountain Granny and was slain.

“Indeed.”

Heavenly Mountain Granny’s voice was somewhat hoarse, but it’s much nicer compared to before, indicating her Martial Arts and cultivation had advanced greatly and even her body showed signs of recovery:

“This man was cruel and lustful, extremely ruthless towards women. Relying on the sharpness of the Red Sword, he was able to control the sword and dominate a region, unchallenged, until I found him abusing his power on a woman in the Southern Shu Territory and killed him.”

Having said that.

She glanced at Ding Ling and saw him give a slight nod, which made her exhale in relief.

For when she was about to kill Hoduo, he invoked Ding Ling’s name, claiming him to be a loyal lieutenant of the Immortal Realm Emperor, which indeed startled Heavenly Mountain Granny, making her hesitate to act.

Later, Hoduo took the opportunity to escape, and only after he ran far did he mock Heavenly Mountain Granny, which enraged her, prompting her to pursue and kill him without restraint.

Seeing Ding Ling’s nonchalant expression, she realized her previous worries were entirely groundless.

What kind of venerable figure was Ding Ling?

How could he possibly cover for a scoundrel who indiscriminately killed and bullied vulnerable women?

With these thoughts in mind.

She calmed down, her apprehension dissipated, and she spoke more naturally:

“Before I killed Hoduo, I tortured him and extracted much useful intelligence from him…”

Heavenly Mountain Granny succinctly recounted the events.

It turned out that significant changes had occurred in the Valley of Eternal Spring.

To enter the Valley of Eternal Spring required infusing True Qi from the ‘Small Faceless Skill, North Nether Divine Skill, Eight Desolates and Six Harmonies, Only I Am Supreme’ into the bark of the Immortal Tree to activate a mysterious tunnel leading to the Valley of Eternal Spring.

After activating the tunnel.

One had to navigate correctly to traverse the Ten Extremes Array and reach the Valley of Eternal Spring.

But now.

These steps were omitted.

As long as one had a Sword Pill, one could effortlessly use Sword Control to enter and exit the mysterious tunnel.

Upon hearing this, Ding Ling asked:

“Have you been to the Valley of Eternal Spring?”

“I have.”

Heavenly Mountain Granny nodded and said:

“There is an abyssal region there, with raging waves, and occasionally sword light surges forth from it. The sword light of the Red Sword is of the same origin as that from there. I suspect they all emerge from those waters.”

“The waters of the abyss?”

Ding Ling was puzzled.

“Yes. The water in the abyss is rising daily, changing constantly. At the current rate, it’s estimated that in a few years, the water will overflow the abyss and affect our world.”

Speaking here.

Heavenly Mountain Granny couldn’t help but feel anxious:

“I was just at a loss on what to do when Your Majesty appeared. Now our world is safe.”

Ding Ling remained silent.

He initially intended to inspect the general situation of Dali’s Eternal Spring Valley but decided it would be better to return to Chang’an first.

He came down to earth precisely for his beloveds like Zhong Ling, Mu Wanqing, Li Qinglu, and Little Dragon Girl.

Now that he’s here.

Of course, he should visit Zhong Ling and the others first.

Thinking of this, Ding Ling bid farewell to Heavenly Mountain Granny.

“Your Majesty, I wish to follow you!”

Heavenly Mountain Granny hurriedly said:

“Also, I hope Your Majesty can accept the Four Swords of Plum, Orchid, Bamboo, and Chrysanthemum. They’ve admired and liked Your Majesty for a long time.”

“I hope Your Majesty accepts us.”

The Four Swords of Plum, Orchid, Bamboo, and Chrysanthemum were sharp, immediately kneeling on the ground, each raising their heads to look at Ding Ling, their big, watery eyes filled with hope and longing almost overflowing.

“…”

Ding Ling was speechless. He naturally understood that Heavenly Mountain Granny sending girls at this time was not only for the sake of the Lingjiu Palace’s girls but also for the future of Plum, Orchid, Bamboo, and Chrysanthemum as well as her own future.

This was a grand vision, a bold move, a significant investment!

Clearly.

Heavenly Mountain Granny had high expectations for Ding Ling, eager to place her bet!

Appearing concerned that Ding Ling might escape, never to return.

“Alright.”

Ding Ling wasn’t a man ruled by lust, but he also wouldn’t refuse charming young maidens who came to him willingly.

Of course, if it were a shallow, realistic, and hypocritical woman like Fang Yi, he wouldn’t accept her even if she were given to him. He didn’t want chaos in his harem.

Nor did he want to cause difficulties for Little Dragon Girl, Diao Chan, and others.

As for the nature of Plum, Orchid, Bamboo, Chrysanthemum?

Ding Ling was skilled in the Observing People Skill, and with their vast disparity in cultivation, he could see through them at a glance.