Qi told her that the true rulers within the Ten Directions Domain were not him.
Rather, it was an alliance formed by twenty fierce beasts, each possessing the strength to take on a thousand enemies alone.
Of course, Feng Qingran also understood that Qi’s words were a mix of truth and falsehood.
Qi’s power was definitely above those twenty fierce beasts, but his principle was simple: as long as they didn’t disturb him, he wouldn’t interfere.
The two pterodactyls took the porcelain bottles and prepared to leave.
Feng Qingran casually tossed them two more bottles.
Seeing the bottles in the pterodactyls’ claws, Taotie complained, “Master, why send these two useless creatures to handle this? Wouldn’t it be better to call me? Don’t you love me anymore? Have you changed your heart?”
Feng Qingran felt slightly exasperated. “If you showed up at their doorstep with medicine, would they trust you? Would they dare to take it?”
“Of course they wouldn’t!” Taotie regretted its words immediately. It could only glare threateningly at the two pterodactyls, hoping they would be sensible and hand over the items voluntarily.
The two pterodactyls trembled, not daring to move.
There were only two bottles, but at least several hundred fierce beasts were staring at them.
Feng Qingran’s almond-shaped eyes sparkled with a fluid grace as she addressed the two pterodactyls, “Don’t worry, they won’t dare to steal them. These carry Qi’s aura.”
The previously fervent gazes of the fierce beasts involuntarily retreated a step.
Why didn’t you say so earlier?
What a waste of expression!
But the two pterodactyls suddenly felt the items burning in their grasp—they were almost afraid to keep anything belonging to Qi.
What if they had to water flowers with their blood in exchange!
Or give up a few bones…
“Relax, Qi won’t make things difficult for you. Go ahead,” Feng Qingran said brightly.
After the two pterodactyls left,
Feng Qingran turned to the other fierce beasts. “Your first task is to serve as sparring partners. No need to hold back.”
“Master, have you lost your mind! Otherwise, I could eat less in the future…” Taotie had a peculiar train of thought, assuming Feng Qingran no longer wanted to live.
After all, a single slap from them could reduce Feng Qingran to a pulp.
“No need to worry about that. Take me to the Mountain of Knives and Sea of Fire,” Feng Qingran said, her face darkening slightly, almost regretting contracting this creature.
“Master, that’s Yinglong’s territory. Going there means certain death,” Taotie didn’t move, convinced Feng Qingran had a death wish.
A dangerous glint flashed in Feng Qingran’s eyes. “I have my own plans. Take me there.”
“Wahhh… Master, if you want to die, why drag me along?” Taotie was heartbroken. It and Feng Qingran were bound by a master-servant contract.
If Feng Qingran died, it would surely perish!
But if it died, Feng Qingran would live just fine—how unfair!
“Taotie, don’t worry. Even if I die, I won’t need you to accompany me,” Feng Qingran said with a bright, mocking smile.
Taotie grew even sadder, unable to resist the urge to lick its fur again.
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Three hours later.
The crowd of fierce beasts watched as Feng Qingran stepped into the barren lands.
After walking a few paces forward, Feng Qingran bowed toward the sky. “Senior Yinglong, I wish to borrow the Mountain of Knives and Sea of Fire. May I?”
Soon, Yinglong’s authoritative voice echoed, “You may. Take care.”
Now, the barren lands only contained the Mountain of Knives and Sea of Fire; the Labyrinthine Illusion had been sealed off by Yinglong.
Feng Qingran said brightly, “Thank you, Senior.”
The fierce beasts: !!!
That easy?
Yinglong, this is your territory!
How can you let an ant handle it so casually?
However, when Feng Qingran turned and looked at them, the fierce beasts felt a sense of foreboding.
Some turned to flee.
“Taotie, stop them. No one is allowed to leave!” Feng Qingran’s gaze bore into each fierce beast menacingly.
She had been waiting for this moment—how could she let these beasts escape?
Obediently, Taotie blocked all the fleeing beasts.
Feng Qingran pulled a stack of papers from her sleeve and tossed them into the crowd of beasts.
“These specify the exact locations. You need to find the designated spots within the Mountain of Knives and Sea of Fire and complete the tasks written on the papers. There will be rewards afterward,” Feng Qingran explained.
Out of curiosity, the beasts caught the papers floating before them.
Feng Qingran spoke again, “Those who didn’t receive any papers, don’t worry. I have other arrangements for you.”
“As long as you follow my instructions, I guarantee the Ten Directions Domain will undergo a tremendous transformation within ten years. Of course, if you choose not to follow, that’s fine too—but I wish you good luck.”
Feng Qingran’s voice was firm and resolute, leaving the beasts both bewildered and intrigued.
Hundun glared at Feng Qingran: Here she goes again, painting grand illusions!
No wonder even Qi stood by Feng Qingran—he must have been fooled by her!
“Those who have papers and don’t want to work can withdraw now. But from now on, you are forbidden from touching any food within the Ten Directions Domain!” Feng Qingran’s bright almond eyes swept over the beasts, each wearing a different expression.
She aimed to seize the lifelines of these beasts, not just rely on the power of the contract to control them.
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Time flowed like a fleeting light, leaving traces of the years.
In the blink of an eye, Feng Qingran had already spent several centuries in the Ten Directions Domain.
All the fasting pills in her possession had been exhausted.
Over these centuries, she had grown significantly taller, though her bone age and appearance remained fixed at fourteen years old.
Now, the Ten Directions Domain truly matched Feng Qingran’s earlier description.
Lush mountains, clear waters, verdant and thriving—a scene of peace and harmony.
“Everyone, thank you for your companionship over these centuries. All these formations can now be dismantled. I will be leaving the Ten Directions Domain tomorrow.” After speaking, Feng Qingran bowed to the stunned-looking fierce beasts.
