Chapter 810: Divine Silkworm Princess

The purple-haired goddess looked serene as she gently stroked the small creature on her shoulder. Her jade-like fingers were sparkling and translucent, shimmering with an alluring glow.

The sprite, which resembled a small phoenix, was crying profusely, its eyes completely blurred with tears. It whimpered, continuously nuzzling the girl's cheek with its head, and even extended a tiny claw to grasp a lock of her hair, refusing to let go as if afraid it was all a dream.

"Is that the Divine Silkworm?" Li Heishui's eyes nearly popped out. He then stared at the beautiful, fairy-like girl, finding it unbelievable.

When this goddess was revealed from a stone in the Divine City's gambling house years ago, the Divine Silkworm cried incessantly and eventually fainted. Now, despite having transformed several times, it still hadn't forgotten her.

"This is truly a sentimental silkworm," Ye Fan sighed. "They were separated by life and death in ancient times, and now they've finally reunited."

On the other side, the Princess and two other male Ancient Kings were utterly shocked, never expecting to see someone who should have died long ago.

They no longer dared to act rashly, slowly retreating with unnatural expressions, even showing some fear.

A lock of the purple-haired girl's hair covered half of her face, making her look delicate and ethereal. Her lips curved into a relieved smile as she stroked the little Divine Silkworm.

"Be good, don't cry," she whispered. "Haven't we met again? It's remarkable that you retained your memory and didn't forget me. I'll give you a Divine Source as a reward later."

She smiled softly, her snow-white teeth more sparkling than pearls, radiating a brilliance that touched the hearts of others.

Yet, it was this very woman who caused the three Ancient Kings to be wary, hesitant to make any moves, and even contemplate retreating.

In the distance, three figures approached. The disheveled young Daoist was recognized as the Divine Silkworm Daoist, who had always wandered the Divine City.

The man in the nine-dragon golden battle robe was Xia Yiming, the Imperial Prince of Great Xia, while the small nun in white was Xia Yilin, the Princess of Great Xia.

"Don't cry, Little Darling!" the small nun in white called out softly. Seeing the Divine Silkworm crying so sadly, like a messy-faced cat, she too felt upset.

"It's alright," the Divine Silkworm Daoist said. "It's just seeing its family, crying tears of joy. Some things are indelible for true Divine Silkworm royalty; they never forget."

"Little Darling?" The girl in the center of the arena was surprised to hear this, then smiled and said, "That's a lovely name. I'll call you Little Darling from now on."

The Divine Silkworm squirmed shyly, crying profusely while rubbing its head against the girl's cheek, whimpering as if trying to convey something.

In the distance, a group of people from Divine Silkworm Ridge rushed over, incredibly excited. They performed a grand bow and saluted, saying, "You... Your Royal Highness, you are still alive!"

Everyone was stunned, especially the various ancient races. Each one was both awestruck and shocked. This was an earth-shattering piece of news, and many knelt down in a grand salute.

Divine Silkworm Ridge once produced a being that underwent nine transformations, becoming invincible throughout heaven and earth, sweeping across all realms without peer, and was hailed as an Emperor in the world.

Although Divine Silkworm Ridge had many powerful individuals, most were Golden Silkworms, Silver Silkworms, or Jade Silkworms. Those with true imperial blood were exceedingly rare, never exceeding fifteen in number throughout history, only slightly more than the Battle Saint Ape lineage.

As the princess of Divine Silkworm Ridge, who once shook the world with her prestige, many legends surrounded her, naturally causing immense upheaval.

"Greetings, Divine Silkworm Princess!"

"Greetings, Battle King's Consort!"

Almost all beings from the major races knelt down, showing extreme reverence, each one shouting loudly.

This sent shivers down the spines of many human cultivators, who watched in a daze, unable to comprehend the situation.

"Please rise," the girl said, her voice soft and melodious. "Just call me Princess."

"She's also the Battle King's Consort? What's going on?" Duan De nudged the monkey, whose injuries had fully recovered.

"She almost became my aunt," the monkey explained, "but she was killed during a great upheaval."

"What?!" Duan De rolled his eyes.

Who was the monkey's uncle? It was likely the Victorious Fighting Buddha from the Western Desert. If that were the case, this girl's background was truly astonishing.

At this moment, people from other ancient races also began to discuss. All major races knew some past events, though the lesser races knew very little.

The Divine Silkworm Princess possessed extraordinary talent. In ancient times, countless handsome and talented individuals from various ancient races attempted to propose to her, but all were defeated and returned in failure. Only the Battle Saint Emperor's younger brother passed her test.

It could be said that this princess was not only dazzlingly beautiful, captivating the world, but her cultivation was also earth-shattering, far surpassing that of many ordinary Ancestor Kings.

Unfortunately, at the end of the Primordial Era, the Battle Saint Emperor passed away. The land lost its supreme ruler, leading to immediate chaos and conflict among various races.

It was unknown what earth-shattering upheaval occurred, but even the Divine Silkworm Princess perished. When the news spread, all races were greatly shaken.

Back then, the monkey first went to the Jade Pond to seek the Peaches of Immortality, then ventured west into the Qinling Mountains to compete for the Illusory Divine Marrow, all to save her. Ye Fan suddenly understood why the monkey had put in such effort; strictly speaking, she was his prospective aunt.

"Thanks to the holy fruit you gave me back then," the monkey said. "It was indeed produced by the sacred medicine of their Divine Silkworm clan."

Ye Fan had also heard that the nine sacred trees on the Desolate Ancient Abyss were actually formed from a fragmented immortal medicine, belonging to the Divine Silkworm clan from the Primordial Era.

"Perhaps this ebb and flow was predetermined; that was originally something of the Divine Silkworm clan."

The Divine Silkworm Daoist was also present. Strictly speaking, his seniority was higher than everyone else in his clan; he was the direct son of the nine-transformation Emperor ancestor, holding a transcendent status.

He didn't come closer; instead, he was holding a wine jar, drinking heavily and looking somewhat inebriated. He seemed out of place with his surroundings, clearly a man with a past.

After the Divine Silkworm Princess had comforted Little Darling, her smile faded. She turned around, and though her expression remained serene, a certain majesty now imbued her gaze as she looked at the ancient queen. "I just heard," she said, "that you intend to make the Saint Prince kneel and repent before all races, and even wish to kill him. I'd like to ask you, by what right do you dare to be so arrogant?"

Her voice was not loud, but it instantly silenced the entire scene. Everyone held their breath, watching quietly.

This beautiful and agile young girl, who even the old Battle Saint Emperor was satisfied with, sending his youngest brother to propose marriage, how could she not make the kings of various races wary?

"He blasphemed deities and insulted the Celestial Emperor, so he should be punished," the ancient queen said, though her tone was noticeably less firm.

"Blasphemy, you say? When the Battle Saint Emperor was alive, why didn't you confront him? He overthrew the Undying Celestial Emperor's dojo, yet why didn't you speak up then? I think you're simply bullying the weak and fearing the strong." The Divine Silkworm Princess said calmly.

"I had no intention of killing him; I merely wanted to discipline him and make him more respectful towards deities." The queen was clearly terrified, no longer as domineering as before.

The Divine Silkworm Princess remained calm and unperturbed. She stroked Little Darling on her shoulder, then looked forward again. "As a Saint Prince, he has a fiery temper, yet you demand he apologize to the Celestial Prince and kneel before everyone. Is there anything more malicious than this? To break his legs and make him kneel before all races, are you trying to shatter his heart for enlightenment?"

At this point, the Divine Silkworm Princess's serene expression remained unchanged, but her words grew colder. "I'll give you two choices as well," she said. "Either you kneel before all races yourself, or I will break your legs and make you kneel before all races, and then apologize to the Saint Prince."

Everyone present felt a surge of killing intent. Indeed, she was worthy of being one of the most renowned female powerhouses of the late Primordial Era, remarkably decisive and unyielding.

"You're going too far!" the ancient queen roared in fury.

As an Ancestor King, she commanded a vast royal clan, and everyone who met her showed respect. Yet, to kneel before a junior was more unbearable than death itself.

Even if that person was a Prince, it was unacceptable. Having reached her level of cultivation, she was a top-tier existence in the hierarchical world of the Primordial Era. No one, apart from an Ancient Emperor, was worthy of her kneeling.

"So you know what 'going too far' means," the Divine Silkworm Princess said, her voice intensifying and her expression no longer serene. "Why then did you make the Saint Prince kneel and repent before all races just now? Were you targeting him, or trying to humiliate the deceased old Battle Saint Emperor?!"

All ancient races knew that the Divine Silkworm clan had a good relationship with the Battle Saint Ape lineage, and the Divine Silkworm Princess, in particular, had held the old Battle Saint Emperor in the highest regard. Thus, she naturally had to question this now.

"He's just a junior," the ancient queen said, her confidence faltering. "Even as a Saint Prince, there's nothing wrong with me making him kneel and apologize."

"Very well, then I demand that you kneel now. Make your choice." The Divine Silkworm Princess spoke calmly. The small creature on her shoulder mimicked her, nodding its head, its large, tear-filled eyes blinking repeatedly.

"Your Royal Highness, this might be a bit excessive," the other two Ancient Kings said, stepping forward.

"The two of you, disappear as far away as you can, or you too will kneel before me." At this moment, the Divine Silkworm Princess revealed her powerful side. Her voice was not loud, and it remained calm, but it was utterly intimidating.

Around them, the powerhouses of various races dared not even breathe. Truly, like attracts like; though the Divine Silkworm Princess was a woman, she possessed the might and domineering aura of the Battle Saint lineage.

"We are descendants of the Undying Celestial Emperor's subordinates," the ancient queen declared. "Our status is honorable; no one can make us kneel."

"The Undying Celestial Emperor, quite a reputation. You're primarily here to stand up for the Celestial Prince, aren't you? Do you believe I can directly obliterate all these so-called princes behind you?!" The Divine Silkworm Princess sneered, walking step by step towards her.

The ancient queen's expression changed. Facing the Divine Silkworm clan's foremost expert, she ultimately dared not say anything, fearing that the princess would truly act ruthlessly.

Behind them, the Celestial Prince and Yuan Gu were deeply shaken. They believed this woman was capable of carrying out her threats; even with the backing of the Primordial Imperial Clan, the Divine Silkworm Princess would dare to kill.

"Eggs, Watermelons, you two behave yourselves, or I'll finish you off right away!" Duan De bluffed, leveraging the princess's intimidation.

The Celestial Prince and Yuan Gu glared fiercely at him, remembering this inexplicable fat man.

Duan De had barely finished speaking when he slapped himself, scolding his own foolishness. He instantly regretted not appearing as the Sacred Body, cursing his bad luck.

"Weren't you very arrogant just now, demanding the Saint Prince kneel? What now? Are you forcing my hand?" The Divine Silkworm Princess sneered.

"You..." The ancient queen's expression shifted.

The Divine Silkworm Princess made her move. From her slender, jade-like fingers, seven-colored divine light flew out, transforming into a rain of light that scattered forth.

Boom! The ancient queen unleashed various divine principles, desperately trying to block, but after dozens, even hundreds of collisions, she finally let out a loud cry and a pained groan.

Crack! No one saw how the Divine Silkworm Princess attacked, but the ancient queen's legs made the sound of breaking bones, becoming completely deformed. She instantly collapsed, pressured by a divine might, and knelt on the ground.

"You..." Her expression turned savage.

The Divine Silkworm Princess beckoned, pulling the monkey closer. Facing the queen, she said, "Apologize."

"If you treat me like this, aren't you afraid that in the future I..." the ancient queen began to threaten fiercely.

The Divine Silkworm Princess smiled, revealing the other half of her fairy-like face that had been hidden by her purple hair, which was delicate and beautiful. She extended a jade hand and said, "In that case, then you shall die."

Bang! She was incredibly decisive and resolute. Her slender jade palm pressed down on the queen's head, instantly shattering it. Not even her primordial spirit escaped; she died on the spot.

The scene was silent, everyone's breathing almost halted. This was an Ancient Ancestor King, yet she was killed just like that—so sharp and domineering!

Even the monkey was surprised. Killing an Ancestor King was a monumental event that could trigger a great war between clans.

Just then, the Divine Silkworm Princess raised her head and stared at the Celestial Prince and Yuan Gu. A wisp of a smile played on her lips, very sweet, yet horrifying.

The other two Ancient Kings felt a chill throughout their bodies and quickly moved to block. The imperial experts from Primordial Lake also flew out, forming a barrier. Every person's heart pounded in fear.