Chapter 896: Dragon Marrow Son

in his arms.

The remaining soul of the hairpin also showed a look of shock on its face.

“You’re not mistaken.”

“That is indeed a Dragon Marrow Bean, which became extinct a thousand years ago.”

“Good heavens, even in our era, finding one was incredibly difficult.”

“This kid actually has one?”

“For those at or below the Nascent Soul mid-stage, consuming one can open up an aperture!”

She shifted her gaze and said, “Xin’er, why don’t you try harder and get this Dragon Marrow Bean first?”

She felt that Gu Xin’er hadn’t been tempered enough by Jiang Fan.

She needed more tempering.

Gu Xin’er didn't want to give up just like that.

She lightly snorted, "Alright then, since Master said so."

“Then I’ll endure a bit longer.”

“I won't show my hand just yet.”

Xia Chaoge also seemed to recognize it, a hint of surprise flashing across her exquisite face.

Although Liang Feiyan and Liu Qingxian didn't know what it was, they could feel the immense power emanating from it, a power even those at the Core Formation stage would struggle to withstand.

They naturally knew it was a valuable item.

All of them felt energized.

Liu Qingxian smiled mysteriously and said:

“This bean belongs to me and no one else.”

Jiang Fan chuckled, “What makes you say that?”

Liu Qingxian leaned close to his ear and whispered:

“Xiao Fan, I dreamed of that old man teaching me swordplay again. It was an even more powerful move.”

Jiang Fan was startled, “When was this?”

The swordplay taught by that old man was exceptionally extraordinary.

Liu Qingxian recalled, “About a month ago, shortly after you left.”

“To be more precise... it was around the time the Sky-Connecting Black Pillar appeared.”

“I was cultivating when I suddenly fainted, and then that old man appeared in my mind, teaching me swordplay.”

The Sky-Connecting Black Pillar actually led to Liu Qingxian receiving teachings in her dream?

Waves of thoughts rippled through Jiang Fan's mind.

The appearance of the Sky-Connecting Black Pillar could bring about such changes?

He truly didn't know if this was a good omen or a bad one.

“The time to open the underground world has arrived.”

“Are all teams ready?”

The Heavenly Secret Pavilion Master stood suspended above the plaza.

Behind him were Venerable Cloudfire and Fairy Qianlan, along with their two disciples.

As cheers filled with eagerness echoed.

The Heavenly Secret Pavilion Master said, “Then, queue up and enter the underground world!”

“You have three days.”

Jiang Fan’s record of eight thousand merit points last time truly invigorated them.

Everyone wanted to replicate Jiang Fan's glory.

A large group of people surged towards the teleportation hall, all eager to be the first to enter.

Only Jiang Fan remained unhurried, staying at the very back.

Gu Xin’er anxiously asked, “What are you waiting for?”

“If others get a head start, we won't get our turn.”

For the Dragon Marrow Bean, she was now more invested than Jiang Fan.

Jiang Fan surveyed the teams across the plaza and said coldly, “No rush.”

“They haven't fully explored it in decades; a little extra time won't matter.”

Liu Qingxian understood that Jiang Fan was waiting for Yu Tiandu to show up.

He wanted to settle the score for that man harassing Xu Youran.

“Xiao Fan, we can't let someone like him off easily again!”

“Last time you spared his life, and he showed no remorse!”

She said with a cold face.

Although it was Xu Youran who was harassed.

On such matters, however, she had to stand united with Xu Youran.

However, they waited until all the teams had gone down.

Yu Tiandu and his expedition team were nowhere to be seen.

Gu Xin’er scoffed, “He must have been scared off by the power you displayed earlier.”

“He dares to harass other men's women, but lacks the courage to face them.”

“He’s all lust and no guts!”

“He should really learn from certain people, who have both the desire and the courage!”

Jiang Fan raised an eyebrow.

Why did he feel like that last sentence was directed at him?

It couldn't be, right?

Gu Xin’er had no grievances with him, did she?

He hadn't even touched a single one of her fingers.

“Never mind, if I stand here, he won't show up.”

“Waiting any longer is pointless.”

“They'd better pray they don't run into me in the underground world.”

“Let's go!”

Team Zero stepped into the hall.

As they were teleported down.

A group of expedition team disciples, who had been hiding in the shadows, then emerged with complex expressions.

Coming from outside this realm, they were so intimidated by a mere local disciple that they had to sneak around.

It was truly shameful.

Mu Ying's face showed resentment, and she raised a fist, punching Yu Tiandu's chest, scolding:

“Are you satisfied now?”

“Jiang Fan said last time that if there’s a next time, you won’t get a chance to apologize!”

“From the looks of it, he's definitely not going to let you off easily.”

“You'd better pray for yourself!”

“Don't drag us down!”

Yu Tiandu's face went through a range of emotions, turning pale and then ashen.

To say he didn't regret it would be a lie.

Xu Youran was simply too alluring, and she was alone at the time.

He lost control for a moment and went to tease her with a few words.

How could he have known that Jiang Fan, who had been missing for almost a month, was not only alive but had also made terrifying progress in strength?

Now he was truly in big trouble.

But then he remembered that he and his team were about to enter the underground world, and a ruthless glint flashed in his eyes.

“Hmph! On the surface, I'm afraid of him.”

“But in the underground world, he's the one who should be afraid!”

Mu Ying was startled and sternly rebuked, “Shut up!”

“Do you want to die?”

“If our secret is exposed, we won't even be able to enter the underground world!”

“Let's go!”

As the expedition team entered the underground world.

Shortly after.

Youyunzi arrived with Xu Youran.

“Youran, are you sure about this?”

“In the tenth level, I can only accompany you for a short while. I dare not go too deep.”

“It's truly too dangerous there. Even a Nascent Soul cultivator like me, who has opened an aperture, might not be able to protect you.”

“So, you should be prepared to gain nothing.”

Xu Youran bowed, “I am already deeply grateful that Master is willing to accompany me to such a dangerous place.”

“How could I dare to ask for more?”

Youyunzi sighed, “Actually, you don't have to take this risk.”

“Young Jiang is a man who values relationships and loyalty. You accompanied him from his humble beginnings, and he will never forget that kindness.”

“In the future, he will continuously provide you with resources and help you grow alongside him.”

Xu Youran's gaze was calm but firm, and she said:

“But isn't mutual support between husband and wife the proper state of affairs?”

Hearing this.

Youyunzi understood her resolve.

He no longer tried to dissuade her.

“I hope you have good luck and can help Jiang Fan find an opportunity on the tenth level.”

The underground world.

Jiang Fan, familiar with the route, led everyone to the ninth level.

“Take out your Moon Realms and activate them now.”

“Next, we'll split up to search for hidden spaces, so we'll need to communicate promptly.”

The five each took out a piece of their Moon Realm fragment.

They immediately dripped their essence blood into them.

Jiang Fan immediately felt the connection forming with the Moon Realm.

The group immediately tried writing on them.

Five messages instantly appeared on the five Moon Realm fragments.

Everyone marvelled.

Jiang Fan, however, frowned, “This seems too chaotic.”

“We have no idea who is who.”

“Before you speak, mark your name.”

Liu Qingxian reacted the fastest, swiftly writing a line.

“First Wife: Remember my name.”

Xia Chaoge chuckled softly and swiftly wrote:

“Flower Bush: Alright, Your Majesty, the First Wife.”

Liang Feiyan picked up her pen and wrote:

“Never a Buzzkill: I promise not to tell Junior Sister Xu.”

Gu Xin’er pouted:

“Death Journal: I'm your cutest junior sister~”

Uh…

A row of black lines appeared on Jiang Fan's forehead.

What on earth are these ridiculous names?