Chapter 839: Chapter 837: Temporary Settlement, Jun Lanxi’s Visit, Journey to the Merit Hall

"Of course, that task will be explained once everyone is here."

"For now, Young Friend Xiaoyao should temporarily stay in the Imperial City, take some time to adjust, and prepare for the upcoming challenges," Master Scar said with a smile.

He had great confidence in Jun Xiaoyao.

With Great Saint Perfection Cultivation, his strength far exceeded his current realm.

He could even contend with a Quasi-Supreme Venerable with his Great Saint Cultivation.

Such a heaven-defying demon was something Master Scar had never encountered in his lifetime; this was the first time.

The Divine Ruins World was dangerous, but for Jun Xiaoyao, it shouldn’t pose a significant problem.

Surely, Jun Xiaoyao would give those Exotic Realm brats a big surprise.

After things settled, Master Scar temporarily left.

Being a Guardian Elder, he needed to constantly keep an eye on the Exotic Border, so he didn’t have much time to waste on trivial matters.

However, he did call upon some Border Elders to properly handle matters concerning Jun Xiaoyao.

Jun Xiaoyao inquired about Jun Wuhui’s situation.

Master Scar sighed, knowing little of the situation.

Because Jun Wuhui wasn’t stationed at the Original Emperor City but rather sat in the deeper and more dangerous Border Desolate Battlefield.

Jun Xiaoyao nodded, believing Jun Wuhui wouldn’t fall so easily.

Even if it was just one of the Three Pristine Avatars.

Then, several Border Elders took Jun Xiaoyao, Taiyin Jade Rabbit, and Yu Chajuan to a Spiritual Qi abundant mansion to settle.

"Wow, is this an Immortal Cave Mansion?" Taiyin Jade Rabbit’s eyes sparkled brightly as she observed.

The ground was covered with rare grasses, exotic flowers and stones, while Spiritual Qi lingered like mist.

The Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi of the Original Emperor City was rich, ranking among the top Treasure Lands in the Nine Heavens Immortal Realm.

This mansion’s Spiritual Qi was even denser, almost condensing into rain and fog.

"Indeed, not bad." Jun Xiaoyao was quite satisfied.

They temporarily settled in this mansion.

Outside the mansion, many Celestial Pride watched, but dared not approach for fear of disturbing Jun Xiaoyao and drawing his displeasure.

Yama Celestial Emperor, Reincarnation Tathagata, and others left with thoughtful and solemn expressions.

Jun Xiaoyao’s strength had refreshed their understanding, also giving them a sense of pressure.

After all, this Ultimate Trial Land was not only about fighting Exotic Realm Celestial Pride.

It was also a competition among the Immortal Realm’s Celestial Pride.

Once everything was settled, Jun Xiaoyao relaxed.

He didn’t choose to seclude himself in cultivation, as the opening of the Ultimate Trial Land was imminent.

Taiyin Jade Rabbit frequently clung to Jun Xiaoyao, sometimes transforming into a little girl nestled in his arms.

Other times, she would revert to her rabbit form, letting Jun Xiaoyao stroke her fur.

In contrast, Yu Chajuan watched with envy.

She lived next to Jun Xiaoyao, but he rarely sought her out.

Not to mention that nothing ever happened between them.

This left Yu Chajuan somewhat disappointed.

Ordinary men would salivate for her, given the chance.

But Jun Xiaoyao showed no interest.

Instead, this only made Yu Chajuan admire Jun Xiaoyao all the more.

A few days later, a graceful figure appeared before Jun Xiaoyao’s mansion, surprising him.

The woman wore a blue dress, her figure tall and her legs long, her skin white like jade.

Her long hair was also blue, rippling like water, reflecting light like a mirror.

"Jun Lanxi?" Jun Xiaoyao was quite astonished.

This woman was Jun Lanxi from the Jun Family Hidden Lineage.

When on the Emperor Burial Star, Jun Xiaoyao had saved Jun Lanxi and the others.

Of course, he had also killed Jun Xuanming.

"Brother Xiaoyao, you have indeed arrived in the Original Emperor City, causing quite a stir upon arrival." Jun Lanxi smiled.

"You know so much; it seems the Hidden Lineage also has people in the Original Emperor City." Jun Xiaoyao remarked.

Jun Lanxi nodded slightly.

"Are Emperor Jun and Jun Qingyan from the Hidden Lineage also in the Imperial City?" Jun Xiaoyao suddenly asked.

Jun Lanxi paused, then nodded.

Jun Xiaoyao’s gaze was deep.

Truth be told, the Eighteenth Ancestor and others pinned their hopes of the Hidden Lineage’s return on Jun Xiaoyao.

But Jun Xiaoyao had yet to think of a method to bring the Hidden Lineage back.

"Even though they are in the Imperial City, they haven’t come to pay respects, indicating some opinions against this Divine Son," Jun Xiaoyao said calmly.

Presumably because he had killed Jun Xuanming.

"No, no, it’s not like that. Our Hidden Lineage harbors no animosity towards Brother Xiaoyao." Jun Lanxi quickly explained.

"Heh, no need for that, I don’t mind," Jun Xiaoyao waved his hand.

After a brief chat, Jun Lanxi left.

Jun Xiaoyao’s eyes glinted with an indistinct emotion.

He was waiting for an opportunity.

An opportunity to completely reintegrate the Hidden Lineage.

In fact, as could be seen from Jun Lanxi, there weren’t any ultimate conflicts or deep animosity between the Hidden Lineage and the Jun Family Main Lineage.

It was merely a difference in ideology.

In that case, with the right opportunity, Jun Xiaoyao could bring the Hidden Lineage back.

At that time, the Main Lineage and Hidden Lineage unified.

Even an entity as strong as the Supreme Immortal Court would be apprehensive.

"Oh, right, I should visit the Merit Hall."

Jun Xiaoyao hadn’t forgotten his opportunity to pick something for free.

Jun Xiaoyao, accompanied by Taiyin Jade Rabbit and Yu Chajuan, ventured out.

The Merit Hall was easy to find, situated in the central area of the Original Emperor City.

Though very distant, the Teleportation Array made for a rapid journey.

Before long, Jun Xiaoyao arrived at the Merit Hall.

The hall, constructed of Black Tortoise stone, grand and solemn, exuded an ancient and majestic aura.

Occasionally, some exile elders and cultivators were seen coming and going.

At the entrance, a guard saw Jun Xiaoyao approaching and stepped forward, clasping his hands, "You must be the Jun Family’s Divine Son. Master Scar has informed us that the Divine Son may freely select one treasure from the Merit Hall."

"Thank you," Jun Xiaoyao nodded lightly.

Thereafter, they entered the hall.

Inside, the Merit Hall was even larger than it appeared from outside, with space fluctuations rippling through.

It was vast, with numerous rare treasures and ancient books radiating colorful lights.

Above them flashed numbers, representing the merit points needed to exchange for each treasure.

While Jun Xiaoyao had no merit points, he could select one item for free.

"Wow, so many treasures, Purple Gold Ginseng, Celestial Bodhisattva Fruit, White Jade Carrot..." Taiyin Jade Rabbit drooled at the sight of the Holy Medicines.

The Holy Medicines here were all rare species within the Immortal Realm.

Of course, there were also various Immortality Medicines, few but present.

However, redeeming Immortality Medicine required a vast amount of merit points, unattainable for anyone who hadn’t fought at the borders for a long time.

Additionally, Jun Xiaoyao noticed Quasi-Emperor Weapons, each requiring an astonishing amount of merit points.

Jun Xiaoyao could even feel a faint Emperor’s Might.

It emanated from the core of the Merit Hall, exuding a powerful aura.

"Emperor’s Weapon?" Jun Xiaoyao was somewhat surprised.

He didn’t expect even the rare Emperor’s Weapons could be redeemed.

If he wished, Jun Xiaoyao could now exchange for an Emperor’s Weapon.

But honestly, Emperor’s Weapons weren’t what Jun Xiaoyao needed the most right now.

Being the Master of the Imperial Court,

the Monarch Court had more than one Emperor’s Weapon.

He had acquired the Emperor’s Divine Armor at the Desolate Ancient Sacred Hall, though he later temporarily entrusted it to the Holy Body Martial Guardian.

Moreover, embedded within Jun Xiaoyao’s brow was the Chaotic Ancient Emperor Talisman.

Thus, his need for Emperor’s Weapons was not significant.

Moreover, with his current cultivation, he couldn’t fully unleash the power of an Emperor’s Weapon.

Concerning Quasi-Emperor Weapons, Jun Xiaoyao already had the Great Wilderness Halberd.

He also possessed the All Things Mother Qi Tripod, capable of advancing to an Immortal Artifact.

So, rather than exchanging for an Emperor’s Weapon of little current use,

it would be better to choose something more beneficial.

"There are too many treasures here. Checking them one by one would take forever, so I might as well..."

Jun Xiaoyao seemed to have thought of something, immediately activating his Power of the Primordial Spirit.

Boom!

The terrifying Power of the Primordial Spirit spread out like a tide.

The prodigious power left the cultivators within the Merit Hall astonished, drawing numerous stares.

"Such powerful Primordial Spirit power, Infinite Level!"

Many cultivators stared at Jun Xiaoyao, utterly flabbergasted.