Chapter 88

Thousands of miles away from the ancient capital of the Vermilion Bird Kingdom, there stands a city.

The city has already been occupied by the allied forces of the three ancient kingdoms.

At this moment, in the center of the city, within a luxurious palace.

On the ground, several dancers' corpses lay haphazardly.

The rulers of the Azure Dragon, White Tiger, and Black Tortoise kingdoms stood with their hands hanging at their sides.

From above, within the bed canopy, a voice filled with cold fury spoke.

"You actually failed! With your million-strong allied forces, you couldn't even conquer a small kingdom like the Vermilion Bird Kingdom!"

"The compass components were not brought to this lord, nor was Bai Yuer brought. Are you all just a bunch of useless scum who eat shit!"

The voice was incredibly enraged, filled with a chilling menace.

The rulers of the Azure Dragon and others slightly lowered their heads, remaining silent.

They were already accustomed to the capricious and irascible nature of this young master.

Even as esteemed sages, being scolded in such a manner, the rulers of the White Tiger and Black Tortoise kingdoms had alternating expressions of green and white, clenching their teeth in secret.

But when they saw the four dark figures standing around, their anger turned into helplessness.

"Prince Jun, Jun Xiaoyao, hah... do you really think you're someone special?" the voice said with a cold and severe tone.

Jun Xiaoyao's status, position, and strength were indeed unmatched by few.

But that doesn't mean no one can challenge him.

Although the Jun family is incredibly prosperous and glorious, it's impossible for them to rule the Immortal Realm with an iron fist.

This young master doesn't believe in such nonsense.

"Pass the order down, reorganize the army. In three days, this lord will personally lead the charge. We'll see if that Prince Jun will give this lord any face!" the voice coldly commanded.

"Yes, as you command." The rulers of the Azure Dragon and others bowed and then exited the hall.

"As long as we gather the last component, we can obtain the complete bronze compass, which will be extremely helpful in exploring the Bronze Immortal Temple."

"No one can obstruct this lord, not even Prince Jun!"

...

Night fell.

In the luxurious building of the Vermilion Bird Kingdom's imperial palace.

A gentle melody faintly drifted from the pavilion, soothing the heart and elevating the spirit.

Inside the pavilion, Jun Xiaoyao sat cross-legged on the bed, the Phoenix Singing at Qishan zither resting on his lap.

His long, slender fingers plucked the seven strings, producing a serene melody.

This piece was one of the ten ancient zither masterpieces that Jun Xiaoyao had heard in his previous life, "High Mountains and Flowing Water."

Listening to it, even the most restless heart would be calmed.

Jun Xiaoyao didn't take the so-called young master seriously at all, appearing quite relaxed and at ease.

While playing the zither, he faintly sensed a subtle soul fluctuation.

"Is it my mysterious protector?" Jun Xiaoyao murmured.

His protector seemed to also use zither music as an attack method.

Hearing Jun Xiaoyao play, the protector couldn't help but reveal a slight fluctuation.

After the zither piece ended, the mysterious protector still didn't show up.

However, the door was knocked on.

"Enter," Jun Xiaoyao said calmly.

Bai Yuer, dressed in a red silk dress, entered with a tray of tea.

"Please enjoy your tea, Prince," Bai Yuer said obediently.

She had finally managed to get the opportunity to serve Jun Xiaoyao tea from Jun Linglong.

Bai Yuer served the tea while secretly glancing at Jun Xiaoyao.

At this moment, Jun Xiaoyao, playing the zither, exuded a different kind of aura, appearing even more ethereal and transcendent.

Any woman who saw him would likely be captivated and unable to resist.

"Thank you." Jun Xiaoyao put away the Phoenix Singing at Qishan zither and took the tea.

He took a sip.

He glanced at Bai Yuer and suddenly noticed that the red silk dress she was wearing was somewhat sheer.

Her snow-white, jade-like skin was faintly visible.

It subtly exuded a seductive allure.

Jun Xiaoyao ignored it and continued drinking his tea.

Bai Yuer bit her lip and said, "Prince, our Vermilion Bird Kingdom has a special feature, the Vermilion Bird Spirit Spring. Bathing in it not only relaxes the mind but also promotes the circulation of blood throughout the body. Would you like to try it, Prince?"

"Sure," Jun Xiaoyao nodded.

Isn't this just a hot spring?

Bai Yuer looked delighted and led Jun Xiaoyao to the Vermilion Bird Spirit Spring.

Deep within the palace, there was a spring gushing with warm, spiritual energy.

The misty aura made it seem like a fairyland.

"Let me serve you, Prince," Bai Yuer offered.

Jun Xiaoyao didn't refuse.

He believed in enjoying what he should.

In the Vermilion Bird Kingdom, probably no one could enjoy the service of a princess.

Bai Yuer helped Jun Xiaoyao remove his outer robe.

Instantly, Jun Xiaoyao's white, well-proportioned, and god-like upper body was revealed to Bai Yuer.

Bai Yuer swallowed hard.

She clamped her legs together.

Jun Xiaoyao entered the Vermilion Bird Spirit Spring and sighed in relief.

This hot spring was indeed excellent.

Bai Yuer, however, was in a strange state, her face flushed abnormally, and her hands trembled slightly as she massaged Jun Xiaoyao's shoulders.

Jun Xiaoyao noticed and thought to himself.

"Is she... in heat?"

"Prince...," Bai Yuer's voice trembled, her crimson eyes glistening with moisture.

She was really craving Jun Xiaoyao's body.

Jun Xiaoyao closed his eyes and said calmly, "Remember your place, don't overstep the boundaries..."

Jun Xiaoyao's words were like a bucket of cold water, instantly sobering Bai Yuer.

Indeed.

She was just Jun Xiaoyao's female slave, with a status that didn't match his.

Jun Xiaoyao was a man she couldn't obtain.

"Sorry, Prince, it was inappropriate of me," Bai Yuer bit her lip, feeling bitter.

Jun Xiaoyao didn't feel any pity.

He wasn't that kind of benevolent person, nor was he the type to take advantage of every woman he met.

He had no problem indulging in physical desires with women.

But it had to be with the heart as well.

Bai Yuer was just his female slave and a pawn. How could she have the right to touch him?

Want to break Jun Xiaoyao's chastity?

Don't even think about it, not even a window of opportunity!

"Leave, let me have some peace," Jun Xiaoyao said coldly, closing his eyes to rest.

Bai Yuer left with a gloomy expression.

But her admiration and infatuation with Jun Xiaoyao didn't diminish.

Jun Xiaoyao overlooked one point: the harder something is to obtain, the more it is coveted.

...

In just three days.

During this time, the entire Vermilion Bird Kingdom remained on high alert.

However, with Jun Xiaoyao and the Four Guardians of Wind, Forest, Fire, and Mountain, the ancient kingdom's people were much more at ease.

Jun Xiaoyao had been quite relaxed these past few days, either playing the zither or soaking in the hot spring.

At this moment, in the Vermilion Bird Spirit Spring, Jun Linglong was serving tea and attending to him.

Jun Xiaoyao said calmly, "If that guy doesn't come soon, I'll have to go find him."

"Heh heh, that person is probably wary of you, but he won't give up easily," Jun Linglong smiled.

Sure enough, at that moment, Jun Xuehuang reported from outside, "Prince, the allied forces of the three ancient kingdoms are advancing towards the capital again."

"Finally, I've been waiting for this."

Jun Xiaoyao stood up, and Jun Linglong attentively helped him change his clothes.

Dressed in a white robe, the spotless Jun Xiaoyao had a playful smile on his face.

"Let's see who this so-called young master really is..."