Chapter 1473: Layout

"Ying'er, you must hide for now. Do not show yourself." Qianye Fantian's brows furrowed slightly.

Qianye Ying'er's golden eyes slanted, and she said coldly, "Father, you've always looked down upon the world. When did you become so timid?"

"This is an order!" Qianye Fantian's voice suddenly turned cold.

Qianye Ying'er frowned slightly. It was the first time Qianye Fantian had spoken to her like this since she had become a Divine Master.

"Since it's Father's command, how could Ying'er dare disobey?" she said indifferently. "However, whether or not to show myself is still up to me!"

As her voice faded, her figure vanished silently into the air like dispersing mist.

Qianye Fantian pondered briefly with a furrowed brow, then transmitted his voice: "Ninth, personally greet Yun Che and the Moon God Emperor and bring them directly into the Divine Hall. Remember, you must not be disrespectful."

The Star God Realm was permeated with starlight, the Moon God Realm with moonlight, and the Eternal Heaven God Realm was shrouded in mist. When Yun Che first entered these three Royal Realms of the Eastern Divine Region, he felt as if he had arrived in a celestial paradise.

However, upon entering the Brahma Monarch God Realm, the foremost Royal Realm of the Eastern Region, the scene before him was devoid of any ostentation or the unique mystical light characteristic of the other three Royal Realms. All the buildings were ancient and weather-beaten, with distinct angles, and their exteriors were entirely metallic, constantly reflecting cold light. Even the most ordinary dwelling exuded an intimidating sense of aggression.

The aura of this place was something Yun Che felt with every step and every breath—an indescribable sense of fierceness and wildness. In particular, the elemental aura here was far more active and volatile than in the other three Royal Realms.

As Yun Che walked, the aura emanating from everyone his spiritual perception touched, regardless of age or gender, secretly astounded him.

Mu Xuanyin had told him long ago that there were "no ordinary people in the Brahma Monarch God Realm," but witnessing it firsthand still shocked him to his core.

"No ordinary people in the Brahma Monarch God Realm." Xia Qingyue, beside him, spoke, "You must have heard that phrase. Profound practitioners in the Brahma Monarch God Realm regard the profound way as their life. From birth, they are instilled with and cultivated to harbor the ambition of reaching the pinnacle of the profound way. Here, the weak are despised, and laziness is a disgrace. In such an environment, everyone turns into a lunatic."

"Qianye Ying'er is a lunatic," Yun Che said with cold eyes.

"You're right, she's an absolute lunatic. She'll stop at nothing for a higher profound realm," Xia Qingyue said. "This kind of belief and ambition might seem insane to you, but in the Brahma Monarch God Realm, it's utterly commonplace."

"In his prime, Qianye Fantian surpassed even the current Qianye Ying'er!"

When speaking of Qianye Ying'er, Xia Qingyue's face showed no emotion, but at the mention of Qianye Fantian, a purple glow involuntarily flashed in her eyes.

Having inherited Yue Wuya's memories, her apprehension towards Qianye Fantian surpassed that towards Qianye Ying'er by several folds!

The First Divine Emperor... Anyone who could earn such a title was a king among kings, a devil among devils!

"Qingyue, after the Brahma Monarch God Realm lost its three Brahma Gods, who is stronger, them or the Eternal Heaven God Realm?" Yun Che asked.

"Undoubtedly, it's still the Brahma Monarch God Realm," Xia Qingyue replied without a moment's hesitation. "The Brahma Monarch God Realm's displayed power alone is terrifying, and what's more... no one has ever been able to see the full extent of its might."

To lose three Brahma Gods, second only to the Divine Emperor, yet for the Brahma Monarch God Realm's strength to still surpass that of the Eternal Heaven God Realm... truly terrifying.

At this moment, a light golden figure appeared in their line of sight and rapidly approached.

This was a short, unremarkable middle-aged man with a smiling face. He raised a hand in salutation: "Ninth respectfully welcomes the Moon God Emperor and God Child Yun."

His words were gentle, completely devoid of sharpness, and his face even held a touch of earnest simplicity... But the faint glint reflected in his narrow, squinted eyes told Yun Che that this was absolutely a terrifying individual.

"So it's the Ninth Brahma King. You are indeed just as the legends describe," Xia Qingyue glanced at him and nodded slightly.

The Ninth... Brahma King!?

This person was actually one of the Brahma Kings of the Brahma Monarch God Realm!

Yun Che's gaze shifted slightly as he firmly committed the man's features to memory.

"It is Ninth's great fortune to personally meet the new Moon God Emperor and God Child Yun, who saved all beings from the resurrected Devil Emperor," the Ninth Brahma King bowed again, looking quite amiable. "The Divine Emperor is already awaiting both of you in the Divine Hall. Please come this way."

The two followed the Ninth Brahma King directly into the Brahma Heaven Divine Hall. Qianye Fantian had already come out to greet them, his face wreathed in smiles: "For either God Child Yun or the Moon God Emperor to grace my realm would illuminate it. To have both visit today fills Qianye with immense honor."

His greeting put "God Child Yun" first and "Moon God Emperor" second... Yun Che's eyebrow twitched. *Hmm, husband first, wife second, very reasonable!*

"Divine Emperor Fantian, there's no need for formalities," Yun Che spoke directly before Xia Qingyue. "Since I promised to purify your devilish energy, I naturally cannot go back on my word. Moreover, this visit has finally allowed me a glimpse of the Eastern Region's foremost Royal Realm, which is quite rewarding."

"Qingyue did not inform you in advance, and our visit is presumptuous. I hope Divine Emperor Fantian won't take offense," Xia Qingyue bowed slightly.

"Haha, Moon God Emperor, what are you saying? Please, both of you," Qianye Fantian gestured with his hand, smiling. At the same time, he glanced aside, "Ninth, you may withdraw. Instruct everyone not to disturb us."

"Yes," the Ninth Brahma King left swiftly without another word.

Seated in the hall, Qianye Fantian resumed his gentle pleasantries, displaying the utmost respect for his esteemed guests. He said to Yun Che, "God Child Yun, it's a rare occasion for you to visit my Brahma Monarch God Realm. How about this King shows you around first? Although the scenery here isn't as grand as the Star, Moon, or Eternal Heaven realms, it possesses its own unique charm."

"No need to trouble yourself," Yun Che replied politely. "My primary reason for coming is to resolve the devilish energy for Divine Emperor Fantian. Oh, by the way..."

"Is Her Highness, the Divine Maiden, here?" he asked, seemingly casually.

"Unfortunately, no," Qianye Fantian said with regret. "Ying'er is often away and rarely returns to the realm. I don't even know her current whereabouts. However, if God Child Yun wishes, Qianye will summon her back immediately."

"Oh, there's no need. I was just asking casually," Yun Che smiled faintly and stood up. "Divine Emperor Fantian, your time is precious, and I dare not impose further. I shall now proceed to purify your devilish energy."

"Very well, then I shall trouble God Child Yun," Qianye Fantian did not decline and also rose. "By the way, may I ask if the Moon God Emperor's personal visit this time has any specific instructions or advice?"

"I wouldn't dare offer instructions," Xia Qingyue's words, compared to Yun Che's, were cold and sharp. "Yun Che's life and safety now concern the fate of this era, so he naturally must be fully protected."

Qianye Fantian laughed, "All beings in the world are indebted to God Child Yun. If anyone dared offend God Child Yun now, wouldn't they incur the wrath of the entire world?"

"There are many audacious people in this world, especially in your Brahma Monarch God Realm. What do you think, Divine Emperor Fantian?" Xia Qingyue said indifferently.

"Hahahahaha," Qianye Fantian burst into laughter. "I shall humbly accept the Moon God Emperor's praise. Since that is the case, I shall trouble the Moon God Emperor to guard God Child Yun."

At once, Yun Che released his profound light energy and began purifying Qianye Fantian's Devil Infant's devilish energy once more. He did not forget Xia Qingyue's words; the profound light energy he released was slightly weaker than last time, and he had several moments of distraction during the purification process.

These subtle changes would be almost impossible for an ordinary person to notice, but Qianye Fantian would surely perceive them.

Several hours later, Yun Che was drenched in sweat, appearing utterly exhausted. He immediately ended the purification, opened his eyes, and said to Qianye Fantian, "My cultivation is too shallow; I must have made Divine Emperor Fantian laugh. I will return the day after tomorrow to purify you once more. After that, I will need to 'handle' the matter of the Devil God's return to the world, so I fear there might be little opportunity to fully purify your devilish energy."

"No matter, no matter, naturally the important matters come first," Qianye Fantian hastily said. "God Child Yun has repeatedly shown kindness, and Qianye is already immensely grateful. Thinking of how my little girl offended God Child Yun back then fills me with even more apprehension and shame."

Yun Che smiled and said, "Since there are grievances, it's naturally better to resolve them sooner, otherwise, the ill will will only become harder to untangle. I hope I'll have the good fortune to see Her Highness, the Divine Maiden, on my next visit."

"Good!" Qianye Fantian nodded without hesitation. "God Child Yun is right. Since God Child Yun has this wish, Qianye will transmit a message, ordering her to return to the realm the day after tomorrow so she can apologize to God Child Yun for her past transgressions."

"Mm, then I'll trouble Divine Emperor Fantian with that," Yun Che nodded seemingly casually.

"God Child Yun must be tired. Please rest well in my Brahma Monarch God Realm for these two days. If you need anything, do not hesitate to ask. Please don't be shy."

"No need," Yun Che was about to agree, but Xia Qingyue spoke before him. "For these two days, Qingyue will take him to the Moon God Realm, so there's no need for Divine Emperor Fantian to host us."

"This..." Qianye Fantian's face showed urgency. "Without God Child Yun's grace, Qianye would not know how many times I would have suffered heart-devouring and soul-devouring torment during these days. With the Dragon Queen in seclusion and no one to turn to for help, God Child Yun's kindness is like a heavenly gift. Qianye still doesn't know how to repay it; at least this hospitality..."

"When I say no need, then there's no need," Xia Qingyue said bluntly, her voice laced with coldness. "The aura of the Brahma Monarch God Realm certainly lives up to its reputation; this King is very unaccustomed to it. If Yun Che were left here alone, this King would not be at ease. It is better to return to the Moon God Realm!"

"Yun Che, let's go," Xia Qingyue said, then led Yun Che and prepared to leave immediately.

"If that is the case, then it shall be as the Moon God Emperor wishes," Qianye Fantian showed no anger, nor did he try to persuade them further. He stood up to see them off.

After seeing Yun Che and Xia Qingyue off, the smile on Qianye Fantian's face gradually faded, and a rare expression of bewilderment formed between his brows.

Qianye Ying'er appeared beside him, silent for a long time.

"When Yun Che was purifying my devilish energy, he was clearly preoccupied with something else. The purification of devilish energy was merely a pretense. But it also doesn't seem like he came for you. Although Yun Che mentioned you twice, and his tone was quite significant, the way he mentioned it... was too deliberate."

"And then there's the Moon God Emperor... What exactly are they trying to do?" Qianye Fantian pondered with a furrowed brow.

At this moment, Qianye Ying'er's brow suddenly furrowed deeply, and five incredibly low words escaped her lips: "Primordial Seal of Life and Death!"

"?" Qianye Fantian suddenly turned his gaze.

"Xia Qingyue... somehow knew about the Primordial Seal of Life and Death. Just over a month ago, she even used it to threaten me." As she recalled Xia Qingyue's words from that day, an extremely dangerous glint flashed in her eyes.