Netherworld Retrograde

Chapter 711: Chapter 333 Hong Family_2

“I’m really envious, extraordinary creatures don’t need to consume magic potions like us Spiritual Ability Users to resist the corruption of the Void Realm. Just normal growth can enhance their strength,” another captain laughed, “If we humans had such ability, the Forbidden Zones would have been eliminated long ago.”

“No, in the eyes of extraordinary creatures, even Ancient Dragons, humans are the peculiar creatures,” the elderly Sword Madman laughed. “Ancient Dragons need thousands of years to mature and advance to the Overlord level. Whereas we humans, can advance to the Overlord level within a hundred years, even within just a few decades.”

Everyone laughed and nodded, that was indeed true, humans advance much faster than extraordinary creatures.

Of course, if extraordinary creatures want to accelerate their growth, they can also devour other powerful beings. But that would be very dangerous.

Meanwhile, Li Yelai was pondering in his heart, he might also try to handle an extraordinary creature.

Ancient Dragons were probably out of the question, as Li Yelai was only at the Fifth Sense now. He couldn’t possibly afford the huge cost to capture a juvenile Ancient Dragon, right? To do that, he’d first have to kill an adult Ancient Dragon… If he could kill an adult Ancient Dragon, what use would he have for a juvenile one? It would be useless as either a mount or a pet.

But as an Eternal Chosen One, Li Yelai could choose to cultivate an extraordinary creature himself.

The Eternal Life Sect not only cultivates viruses but also has a knack for cultivating extraordinary creatures. He needed to find an opportunity to try it.

Or maybe… take a trip to the Asian Headquarters of the Eternal Life Sect?

Actually, as a Divine Chosen, Li Yelai had the ability to sign Chaos Contracts with other creatures.

The officials had considered this, but still hadn’t made up their minds.

Li Yelai himself wasn’t sure either. If he signed a contract and something went wrong, wouldn’t that endanger his comrades?

At this moment, as they approached the Lava Mine City, the train began to slow down.

Li Yelai could also see the scenery on the nearby wilderness, unlike the desolation at Border City.

Outside the high walls of Lava Mine City, there were many buildings and people.

Places that should have been scattered in the wilderness were concentrated near the exits of the Giant City. It seemed as if the Giant City was expanding, forming several towns with significant land areas and bustling activity.

“They actually stay outside the high walls?” Li Yelai asked.

“This is a rear Giant City, much safer than Border City. Bandits don’t dare to act rashly here, and extraordinary creatures find it difficult to get close,” a teammate replied. “At first, some workers mining minerals found it cumbersome to enter the city, so they established residences by the walls. It then developed well and became a marketplace. Lava Mine City included these areas and turned them into Satellite Towns, planning to continue expanding to relieve the housing pressure within the Giant City.”

“It really is thriving,” Li Yelai remarked.

“Old Mad King used to say that before the Calamity, this was common. There was no need for high walls, and humans could live safely and peacefully amidst beautiful scenery, unaffected by wars,” the Sword Madman said quietly. “It’s also his ideal, to reclaim all those 1,260,000 square kilometers of land!”

Everyone nodded silently, clearly understanding the Old Mad King’s ideal.

Although they had never seen the world before the Calamity, they could see its prosperity and peace from the records alone.

This became their ideal and goal as well!

…

After entering the Satellite Town, the train slowly stopped. They couldn’t very well make a hole in the high wall.

And inside the Satellite Town, the City Defense Army and Processors of Lava Mine City had been waiting for a long time.

They had already built a station here in advance, and even an Overlord-level powerhouse was waiting at the scene.

That was certainly giving them enough respect.

Inside the train, Li Yelai woke up the Doll resting on his lap.

The sleepily confused Doll yawned lowly, luckily not very loudly.

Realizing she had been sleeping on Li Yelai’s lap all the way, she seemed a bit shy.

“[Xiao Ye didn’t wake me up, so many people are watching…|ू･ω･`]”

Then, she touched her helmet and raised a sign again.

“[I didn’t hurt you with the top, did I?(°Д°)]”

“Top? That’s a good use of the word,” a female captain teased, chuckling, “Can you tell me how exactly you topped him?”

“Cut it out, you hooligan! Don’t lead the Doll astray,” another captain clicked his tongue.

“Just so, just so, if the Doll speaks, it’ll be us who ends up embarrassed.” the captain complained.

The crowd’s banter made the Doll even shyer, keeping her head down and remaining silent.

Li Yelai could imagine that beneath the helmet, that lovely face was undoubtedly turning crimson.

“It’s okay.” Li Yelai laughed; even though the two of them were now… in their current relationship, the Doll still seemed to get embarrassed easily.

…

Then, everyone left the carriage and joined the reception team from Lava Mine City.

All the teams were welcomed into Giant City where Lava Mine City showed immense enthusiasm. The entire city was festively decorated and bustling.

“Long time no see, Teacher.”

The overlord of Lava Mine City was a dignified middle-aged woman.

She shook hands with the Sword Madman and said, “You still look as spirited as ever.”

“Little lady of the Hong family, you shouldn’t call me Teacher anymore. I only taught you for three months, after all. Now that you are an overlord, the title of ‘Teacher’ is too much for me to bear,” the Sword Madman also laughed, “And don’t send so many things every year.”

“Honoring the teacher and respecting their teachings is our family’s tradition, and had it not been for your protection back then, I would have died in my family’s internal strife. How could I still be called an overlord?” the female overlord chuckled, “Please, Teacher, don’t push it away.”

“Stubborn head,” the Sword Madman shook his head helplessly then asked, “Have the rest from the Giant Cities arrived yet?”

“Not yet. They don’t have convenient trains like these and are probably coming with their legions. It will be a few days late,” the female overlord said, “Please, Teacher, come inside for a chat.”

“Alright,” the Sword Madman nodded.

Then, his gaze turned to the figures not far away. They were all in neat suits bearing a certain emblem.

“Are those your Hong family people?” the Sword Madman asked in a lowered voice.

“Yes, our Family Head has been eagerly anticipating this,” the female overlord replied softly, “I am also very thankful to both of you for bringing back my great-uncle’s relics. The Family Head has already prepared a lavish dinner to honor you two benefactors.”

The Sword Madman nodded; he didn’t doubt it. The Hong family was famously grateful, and forming this good relationship would be beneficial for Li Yelai and the Little Mad King.

Turning to Li Yelai, he then said, “Ye General, you go first. Let’s not keep the Hong family waiting. I’ll handle things here.”

“Yes,” Li Yelai nodded.

He and the Little Mad King were the ones who found and brought back the relics of the Supreme Hao Han.

Now, they should personally deliver the relics to the Hong family, establishing this good relationship.

Soon enough, several Hong family Spiritual Ability Users in suits approached.

“Captains, please this way.”

Li Yelai glanced at the Doll beside him and asked, “May I bring my… ‘family’ along?”

The term ‘family’ made the Doll even shyer; she lowered her head and followed Li Yelai, showing none of the commanding presence of the strongest captain but rather resembling an extremely shy little girl.

“Of course, it would be our honor!” the Hong family Spiritual Ability Users responded very respectfully, generating goodwill.

You see, both are Spiritual Ability Families. Isn’t the difference clear now?

Thus, Li Yelai, the Doll, and the Little Mad King got into the luxurious limousine prepared by the Hong family, escorted by a dozen Hong family Spiritual Ability Users, and drove into Giant City.

Watching the departing motorcade, the female overlord remarked, “Is that the Champion Agent? He really looks young.”

“Yes, he is outstanding,” the Sword Madman chuckled, “Both in strength and character.”

“Getting such praise from you, Teacher, I’m almost jealous,” the female overlord giggled.

As one who knew the whole story, the Sword Madman indeed held a high opinion of Li Yelai.

Unfortunately, due to the confidential nature, he couldn’t reveal it.

All he could do was anticipate what will the Church look like when Li Yelai’s identity is revealed?