Chapter 278: Chapter 278

After staying at Murong Wan'er's residence for about an hour, Zhao Letian finally left.

Having had this extensive conversation, Zhao Letian deepened his understanding of Murong Wan'er.

Apart from her noble and sacred status, and that breathtakingly beautiful appearance, Murong Wan'er was no different from an ordinary girl. She was just like the girl next door, obedient and cute. In her pair of dark and bright eyes, a shrewd and clever expression would occasionally flash. Of course, this was only in front of Zhao Letian; if she were outside, Murong Wan'er would only show herself as a cold and noble goddess unwilling to speak or smile casually.

More importantly, the two of them had confirmed their feelings for each other.

"Wan'er, just wait for me. I will surely defeat all competitors in the Imperial Secret Realm, and with supreme glory, I will fetch you in the most grand and glorious manner,"

Zhao Letian, standing on his flying sword, headed towards the outside of the Royal Palace with a steadfast look in his eyes.

"Zhao Zilong, come down."

Just as he flew over the Royal Palace's ramparts, a resounding voice suddenly came from below.

"Prince of the Southern Town?"

Zhao Letian looked down and saw that the Southern Town Prince and other King-level Experts had not yet left, all looking up at him.

Although Zhao Letian had conflicts with Murong Qian, the daughter of the Southern Town Prince, the Prince was a dignified King-level Expert in his own right. It seemed unlikely that he would make a move on him in such a public setting, so Zhao Letian landed.

"Young Zhao Zilong, I pay my respects to all the seniors. May I ask if the seniors have any commands for me?"

Seeing the watching eyes of those King-level Experts, Zhao Letian bowed respectfully to everyone.

"This lord will get straight to the point, do you have any Life Extension Pills to spare?"

The Southern Town Prince said bluntly.

Although he still had a long lifespan left, one could never be too careful. Life Extension Pills, which could extend one's life, were best kept in reserve.

"Life Extension Pills?"

Zhao Letian was stunned for a moment, then quickly realized that these King-level Experts wanted the Life Extension Pills he had refined.

"Zilong, if you have any surplus Life Extension Pills, we are willing to purchase them at a high price, we absolutely won't let you suffer a loss."

The Vice Principal of the Holy Spirit Academy said with a kind smile on his face.

Seeing the Life Extension Pills that Zhao Letian presented, the Vice Principal immediately thought of his elder brother, the Principal who was also troubled by his longevity.

If they could secure three Life Extension Pills, the Principal would no longer have to scour for other methods to prolong his life.

"Zhao Zilong, the wealth of a King-level Expert is beyond your imagination. If you can provide us with some Life Extension Pills, we will surely grant you an immense fortune that you cannot refuse."

Murong Yunxuan from the Yuwen family followed suit, speaking arrogantly as though he was about to bestow some kind of favor on Zhao Letian.

"So you are Zhao Zilong. I have long heard about you from Zhan'er. Seeing you today, you truly have an impressive appearance. My purpose is the same as theirs; I also wish to trade for a few Life Extension Pills with you. Rest assured, the reward I give you will not be less than anyone else's."

King Murong Yunxuan spoke indifferently with a smile.

"Sorry, I only have nine Life Extension Pills, and they have all been presented to His Majesty the Monarch."

Zhao Letian shook his head and said calmly.

Even if he really had no Life Extension Pills at the moment, even if he did, he would not give them to the Southern Town Prince or the Yuwen Family Head.

"All gone? Very well, tell me then, how did you come by these ancient elixirs that have long been lost?"

The Southern Town Prince frowned slightly and said. Seeing Zhao Letian's confident demeanor, not seeming to lie, he knew that getting the Life Extension Pills from Zhao Letian was impossible, so he could only seek the next best thing—the origin of the elixirs.

"Yes, telling us the origins of these elixirs will suffice."

The Yuwen Family Head echoed.

They all thought that those nine Life Extension Pills were fortuitously obtained by Zhao Letian; no one considered that those Life Extension Pills might have been personally concocted by him.

Because a Second Grade Alchemist is regarded as an existence comparable to the Sect Martial Realm, Zhao Letian is just a sixteen-year-old youth. To possess his current cultivation strength is already remarkable. If he could also concoct Second Grade Elixirs, that would be too terrifying.

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Only Monarch Murong Shengxiong faintly guessed this point, thus he bestowed the Ice River Xuan Turtle's Demon Core upon Zhao Letian.

"Those Life Extension Pills, I picked them up by a fluke."

Zhao Letian said so earnestly.

He didn't want others to know the Life Extension Pills were concocted by him. If people knew that he could produce such precious and long-lost elixirs, it would be more of a curse than a blessing for him. Worse yet, he might even be captured and forced to exclusively concoct those elixirs.

"Picked them up? Where did you pick them up from?"

Prince Zhen Nan's face darkened as he spoke. Zhao Letian's answer was too casual, seemingly dismissive, which displeased him.

"On my way to the Royal Capital, all I remember is that it was a desolate desert; as to the exact location, I don't know."

Zhao Letian continued to bluster, mixing in some of his real experiences.

The few King-level Experts all tensed up, exchanging glances with each other.

"It seems what he refers to is the Death Desert," said Prince Wen Murong Yunxuan with a grave voice.

The Death Desert is a forbidden area within Dajin Country, vast and boundless. Part of it lies over the grasslands, while much more of it is beyond the borders of the Gray Wolf Kingdom.

In the Death Desert, not only are there many terrifying demon beasts, but also numerous natural perilous environments. Even King-level Experts dare not easily venture deep within.

"If it's the Death Desert, then it's indeed possible. That godforsaken place is scarcely visited, and it's the likeliest place where Ancient Treasures could appear," mused the vice principal of Holy Spirit Academy.

"But the Death Desert is so vast, where do we even begin to search?" said the Family Head of the Yuwen clan, frowning.

"With his cultivation level, it is impossible for him to have ventured far into the Death Desert. He could only have been around the peripherals, close to the direction of the Royal Capital. This narrows down the search area significantly," analyzed Prince Zhen Nan seriously. Zhao Letian's incorporation of his past experiences made his tale seem more credible to Prince Zhen Nan and the others.

"If he could lead the way, it would be even easier to search. Kid, come with us," commanded the Family Head of the Yuwen clan, fixing his gaze on Zhao Letian.

"I apologize, but I need to prepare for the Imperial Secret Realm one year from now. This matter relates to the fate of the Gray Wolf Kingdom, and I hope you esteemed seniors can understand my situation," Zhao Letian declined, shaking his head resolutely.

"What if I insist you come?" the Family Head of the Yuwen clan narrowed his eyes, speaking coldly.

"Then you can try," Zhao Letian's eyes showed irritation. He puffed up his chest and spoke proudly.

He had been courteous enough, yet the other party continued to coerce him, so he would not make any further concessions.

"Impudent! You're just a mere ant at the True Martial Realm. Who gave you the courage to talk back to me?" Yu Wende uttered a cold shout, and suddenly a terrifying aura erupted from him, blasting Zhao Letian outwards with a mouthful of blood.