Chapter 1162: Chapter 1162

When Li Yi walked out of the Dragon Palace Treasure Pavilion, almost all the ten jin of Nine Heavens Divine Water he borrowed from Hua Qing had been spent, leaving only two taels, but what he obtained in return was astonishing.

Heavenly King Soldier, Reversed Scale Armor.

True Dragon Sky-reaching Technique, and Heavenly Emperor-level Spell, Five-Colored Divine Light Technique.

In addition, there were many precious elixirs, such as the Three Lights Profound Pill, Heavenly Dragon Undying Pill, and Ten Thousand Laws Unification Pill. These elixirs could quickly restore injuries and instantly replenish full-body mana. Although they were a bit expensive, they were indeed very useful.

However, the most special item was the Dragon Girl.

Behind Li Yi at this moment followed a woman with a single horn on her forehead, vertical pupils, a plump figure, and a mature, beautiful appearance. From the mouth of Elder Xuan Gui, he learned that this Dragon Girl was named Yu Shang, whose original form was a five-clawed single-horned dragon. Although she had mixed blood, her True Dragon bloodline was not low, and she also possessed Heavenly General-level combat power.

Otherwise, she wouldn’t have been sold at such a high price.

However, to restrain Yu Shang, the people of the Dragon Palace Treasure Pavilion had planted the Dragon Binding Spell on her. As long as Li Yi willed it, he could control this spell, and Yu Shang, the Dragon Girl, would be immediately bound in Primordial Spirit and mana, unable to move.

Moreover, even if Li Yi died, this Dragon Girl would not gain freedom. Instead, because there would be no one to break the curse, the Dragon Binding Spell would go out of control and directly kill her.

This reminded Li Yi of the Sacrifice Spell.

However, although this spell was powerful, it also had drawbacks. The one cursed must willingly cooperate, or it would be difficult to succeed.

At this moment, the Dragon Girl Yu Shang, following behind, looked calm. Her vertical pupils examined this so-called "master" before her. Having cultivated for many years, she had a certain steadiness, unlike other fierce-tempered Dragon Girls.

Since she had been sold into the Dragon Palace Treasure Pavilion, she had already accepted her fate. Excessive resistance would not bring benefits; instead, it would only bring more suffering.

Therefore, among that group of Dragon Girls, she suffered the least torment.

However, as a commodity, her cost-effectiveness was not high. Although she had Heavenly General-level combat power, her cultivation potential was exhausted because, according to the lifespan of Dragon Girls, she was considered middle-aged.

Moreover, her bloodline was not pure, and some younger true Dragon Girls, even if weaker, were more popular because they could quickly breed a lineage of True Dragon descendants.

However, before leaving the Dragon Palace Treasure Pavilion, Yu Shang recalled what Elder Xuan Gui said.

"This guest, after buying you, also bought a set of Heavenly General-level armor. I hope you cherish this opportunity."

Yu Shang was not stupid. She immediately understood the implication of this sentence.

The other party didn’t buy her to breed True Dragon descendants, nor to be a servant, but valued her Heavenly General-level combat power and her years of survival experience in the Heavenly Realm.

Moreover, the other party was willing to nurture her, for buying a set of Heavenly General Soldier was quite extravagant to use on a Dragon Girl, as many powerful Heavenly General-level figures, wandering the world, couldn’t gather a set, and even those who joined major forces had to earn merits before being rewarded with a single piece.

Understanding these things, Yu Shang did not harbor much hostility towards Li Yi, nor did she resent him. It was just that their acquaintance was short, and she still didn’t know what kind of temperament the other party had.

If it’s not too bad, Yu Shang is willing to work for this person.

As the Dragon Palace Treasure Pavilion faded in the distance, Yu Shang thought about many things along the way.

"I learned your name from Elder Xuan Gui. You are called Yu Shang?" At this moment, Li Yi was stepping on Xiangyun, flying towards a direction in the Sunset Country.

After leaving the area of the Dragon Palace Treasure Pavilion, he finally took the initiative to ask.

"Yes." Yu Shang said, her voice cold yet revealing a hint of softness.

Li Yi said, "Your name is nice. I am called Taiyi."

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"I’m a straightforward person, and I don’t want to beat around the bush with pleasantries. I bought you hoping you would work for me. As long as you do your part, I won’t mistreat you. I can promise that once I achieve Heavenly Emperor-level strength, I will lift the Dragon Binding Spell and grant you freedom."

"But before that happens, I don’t want you to defy my orders or do any tricks behind my back. If I find out, forgive me, even if I have to lose six hundred thousand, I will immediately get rid of you," Li Yi said.

If others heard these words, they would certainly feel uncomfortable, but Yu Shang did not feel that way. Her experience made her understand that those who laid out the pros and cons in advance were at least open-minded people, regardless of their character.

"Since I have been bought by you, I will naturally work for you. As long as your demands are not too excessive, I will do what needs to be done," Yu Shang said calmly.

Li Yi turned to look at her. "Elder Xuan Gui said Dragon Girls are fierce, but you seem different."

He thought this Dragon Girl would throw a tantrum and act willfully, but unexpectedly, she accepted everything willingly.

Yu Shang said, "The moment I entered the Dragon Palace Treasure Pavilion, this day was destined to come. Moreover, I am not of the pure-blood True Dragon Clan. It’s already fortunate to survive the reckoning. Where would I dare ask for more?"

"Living people always have hope. I hope we can fight side by side and explore the Heavenly Realm. This can also be considered as giving yourself a chance," Li Yi said.

"Your words are sincere, I believe you," Yu Shang said, "It’s a pity you don’t have enough money, otherwise I would suggest you buy another Dragon Girl; she suits you better."

"Oh? Who might she be?" Li Yi asked.

Yu Shang said, "I don’t know her name, but I know she’s a war general under a Dragon Emperor. Her strength is about to break through to the Heavenly King level, and her bloodline is pure. You could quickly gain a Dragon King by spending just Heavenly General-level money."

"Well, forget about it. I can’t afford a pure-blood Dragon Girl." Li Yi slightly shook his head.

Although this could be considered a lucky find, the Dragon Palace Treasure Pavilion isn’t foolish. A True Dragon Girl starts at eight or nine hundred thousand, and he still needs to buy Spells and a Heavenly King Soldier, so there’s no extra money to buy a Dragon Girl.

He’ll have to wait until he gets rich in the future to return here.

The Sunset Country is vast, and Li Yi traveled with Dragon Girl Yushang, riding the Xiangyun, flying towards the direction of the World Boat.

However, along the way, he clearly felt several veiled gazes directed at him, as if scrutinizing, investigating, with a hint of malice.

"Is it because having a Dragon Girl is too conspicuous?" Li Yi thought to himself.

But fortunately, there was no real danger along the way.

After all, both he and Dragon Girl Yushang are at the Heavenly General level, which is enough to deter many minor threats. If anyone wanted to make a move, they would have to consider if their own life was tough enough.

The two of them rode the Xiangyun and, two hours later, arrived at the place to board the World Ship.

Above a sea of clouds, numerous crystal-clear large ships floated motionlessly, each exuding a powerful space fluctuation. This force was enough to protect the ship and let it navigate through the Heavenly Realm, ignoring spatial barriers.

"Is this the World Boat?" Li Yi curiously observed.

"If you want to leave here, you need to first go buy a ticket." Dragon Girl Yushang pointed to a large hall floating in the air.

Many Cultivators were entering and exiting, all there to purchase tickets for traveling to various places in the Heavenly Realm.

Some Cultivators moved in groups, some traveled alone or in pairs like Li Yi. However, those daring to travel alone were not weak; they were at least at the Heavenly General level.

Li Yi even sensed experts of the Heavenly King Level, but even such powerful figures had to follow the rules and honestly buy their tickets.

This showed that the power behind the World Boat was absolutely terrifying, likely belonging to a certain Heavenly Venerate; otherwise, it would be impossible to intimidate so many strong individuals.

Li Yi immediately led Dragon Girl Yushang towards the large hall.

Though the hall didn’t appear large from the outside, it confined its own space inside, enough to accommodate millions. However, those operating it were not from the Demon Race but Human Clan Cultivators.

They wore a uniform, men and women alike, with Tokens hanging from their waists.

"The World Boat to the Third Layer Heaven will depart in five days. Basic tickets cost ten pieces of Nine Heavens Jade Dew, private quarters are fifty pieces..." said the male responsible for selling tickets.

Li Yi understood that tickets also had different levels, with different prices for each tier.

"We need a private room for the two of us," said Li Yi.

The man’s eyelid twitched as he said, "Fellow Daoist, are you sure it’s just the two of you? There will be people on the ship inspecting for stowaways, and if caught, they will be thrown off the World Boat. This is to prevent anyone from using space objects to carry more people."

Li Yi paused, sighed, and said, "Then give me a three-person private room."

To be safe, he decided to buy Hua Qing a ticket; it would be terrible if Hua Qing got discovered and thrown off the World Boat.

Better not to take such a gamble.

"Three-person private room, one hundred pieces of Nine Heavens Jade Dew," the man said.

Li Yi immediately paid the money.

The man handed him three tickets condensed with Mana, showing a number indicating the location of his private room. This Mana-condensed ticket would automatically destroy itself upon reaching the Third Layer Heaven.

After buying the tickets, Li Yi didn’t linger and prepared to leave.

However, just as he was about to depart.

A team of Rakshasa Clan Cultivators happened to pass by, one of the Heavenly Generals among them gave Li Yi a few deep glances, as if sensing something unusual about Li Yi.

"Do you all have any issue?" Li Yi stopped and turned to stare at them.

"Sorry, mistaken identity," said the leading Rakshasa Clan Heavenly General immediately.

Li Yi glanced at them, said nothing more, and soon left with Dragon Girl.

"It’s just a Human Clan Heavenly General and a Dragon Girl, nothing special in the Sunset Country. Why are you interested in him?" another Rakshasa Clan expert asked.

"I seemed to sense a similar aura on him. After all, we’re here to investigate the disappearance of the Powerful Heavenly King, so we can’t overlook any trace. But after carefully sensing again, it seems it was just my illusion," the Rakshasa Clan Heavenly General slightly shook his head.

Those who had contact with the Rakshasa Clan would retain the aura of the Rakshasa Clan. This aura wouldn’t dissipate quickly and could be easily sensed by other Rakshasa Clan members.

Although Li Yi had indeed come in contact with the Rakshasa Clan, his body had been purified by Chaos Qi, and with Purple Blood cleansing, the so-called aura of the Rakshasa Clan had long disappeared.

Perhaps the other party scrutinized him due to some kind of inexplicable sensing.

The higher a Cultivator’s realm, the keener their sensing. Li Yi knew a bit about these mysterious subtleties.