The Art of Chaotic Divinity-Chapter 1184: Ill Grant You Defeat

"Fine princess of Tianhuang City, you better keep your word, or else... Heh!"

Ling Feng drew in a slow breath. A glint of killing intent flashed in his eyes and vanished.

This woman was, after all, an important figure of Tianhuang City. Unless he had no other choice, Ling Feng had no desire to kill her. He still needed the aid of the Venerable of the Desolate Sea to enter the Sea of Miracles.

If he killed Murong Zining now, that relationship would be broken beyond repair.

But that did not mean he was afraid. Even if he did kill her, he could still rely on the Eight Desolations Body Refinement Art to alter his physique and aura. With his pseudo identity, he could still enter the Sea of Miracles.

It would simply be a little more troublesome.

He exhaled slowly. "I'll restore my strength and see for myself how capable the so-called top genius of the Tianlan Sea Region truly is!"

Ling Feng's focus sharpened. He cast away every stray thought.

He had already slain a peak Human Emperor before. A mere half-step Human Emperor was nothing to fear. If he was provoked, then she would have to die!

...

Deep within Heaven's Illusion Palace. Illusion Heart Queen slowly withdrew her power. For three days, Ling Feng had been cultivating within the Hourglass of Time, while she herself had been studying the Dream Illusion Rule inscription that Ling Feng left behind within her sea of mind.

"This boy truly is a heaven-sent genius," she murmured. "It took me three years to even begin grasping this sixth Dream Illusion Rule Inscription, yet he comprehended it in half an hour!"

She took a long breath. For the first time, she felt her own talent was hardly worth mentioning in comparison.

A low rumble echoed as the door to the chamber opened. Xiang'er walked in, smiling brightly. "Congratulations, Your Majesty. You've finally comprehended the sixth Dream Illusion Rule inscription. It seems you've taken another step toward the sixth level of the Human Emperor."

"Enough, stop flattering me."

Illusion Heart Queen gave Xiang'er a sideways glance and asked coolly, "Has that boy left?"

"Mhmm, I already saw Mr. Ling off." Xiang'er's tone turned teasing. "Your Majesty, you seem quite interested in Mr. Ling."

"I simply appreciate talent."

Illusion Heart Queen kept her expression calm, she gave Xiang'er a glare and said "You should keep a close watch on that troublesome brat. He always finds a way to stir up trouble for me!"

"Don't try to change the subject."

Xiang'er sat beside her, voice soft. "Your Majesty, you're not much older than Mr. Ling. Besides, I personally tested him. He's one of those rare, near-extinct good men!"

"You little imp!"

Illusion Heart Queen sighed, a faint trace of melancholy crossing her face. "Since inheriting my mother's will and taking up the duty of guarding Heaven's Illusion Island, I've long lost the right to think about such things."

"Surely Your Majesty doesn't mean to spend the rest of your life alone?"

"What choice do I have? The great Illusion Heart Queen, chasing after a man decades younger than herself? That would be laughable."

A flush rose to her cheeks. In the eyes of others, she was already a woman of over a hundred years, practically an "old granny".

"Enough. Do not bring this up again."

Illusion Heart Queen sighed softly. "I intend to enter full seclusion to break through to the sixth level of the Human Emperor realm. Keep a close eye on Huanzhi. With your strength, you can easily suppress him. Do not go soft again."

"Oh..."

Xiang'er nodded helplessly. She had the strength to handle Yang Huanzhi, but the man was slippery as an eel. Whenever he wanted to escape, it was impossible to hold him down.

This mission was going to be difficult!

...

Night passed quietly.

At dawn, Ling Feng leapt from his bed, stretched briefly, and shot toward the West District of the city.

He intended to rescue Tuoba Yan and give Murong Zining a lesson she would never forget!

When Ling Feng arrived, the place was already packed. A large arena had been built, surrounded by an ocean of spectators.

Clearly, Murong Zining had spent no small effort in stirring up attention.

She probably believed she already had him at her mercy.

Ling Feng sneered. Before, without the help of the Despicable Donkey or Chaotic Rebirth, he might have struggled against a half-step Human Emperor.

But now, after cultivating the Nightmare Heart Technique, his confidence had reached a new level.

With the Dream Illusion Rule and Reality Reversal, he could even contend against an early-tier Human Emperor.

Perhaps he could not defeat one outright, but trapping such an opponent would not be difficult!

His eyes shifted toward the high platform. Murong Zining sat there, serene and poised, beauty radiant yet calm. She carried herself like an otherworldly immortal. Her quiet smile drew countless gazes of admiration.

"No wonder she's hailed as the number one goddess of the Tianlan Sea Region. That grace of hers is like an immortal treading upon celestial dust, untouched by mortal emotions!"

A cultivator watching from afar gazed at her with deep, adoring eyes.

Another agreed, voice filled with reverence. "Miss Murong is fair, kind, and broad-minded. No matter her talent, beauty, or character, she stands unmatched!"

"Haha, of course. Miss Murong is the pearl of the Tianlan Sea Region. No woman in the world could compare to her!"

Amid thousands of praises, Murong Zining remained composed, smiling gently in return.

Ling Feng almost gagged. To him, this woman's dignified and noble image was nothing but a facade. Inside, she was venomous and calculating.

To the world, she looked like a goddess. In truth, she was a viper wearing silk.

Sensing Ling Feng's aura, Murong Zining turned her gaze toward him. Ling Feng, dressed in white robes, strode calmly onto the arena without a word.

Murong Zining rose, offered a graceful salute, and smiled softly. "Mr. Ling, you've finally arrived."

Beside her, Murong Huang landed on the stage, sword in hand. He pointed the blade at Ling Feng's face and sneered. "Boy, I've had enough of you. Today, I'll crush you under my feet!"

Ling Feng's eyes glinted with disdain. "Oh? I thought my opponent was Murong Zining."

The crowd erupted in outrage.

"Bah! Someone like you? How dare you challenge Miss Murong?"

"He's delusional. Every year, a few so-called geniuses pass the Queen's test, but Miss Murong remains the eternal number one of the Inner Sea. Does he really think he's someone special?"

"Ridiculous!"

"..."

Murong Huang's sneer deepened. "Ling Feng, what do you think you are? You aren't even qualified to face Zining."

Ling Feng shook his head slightly, ignoring the jeers. "Fine. Though your strength hardly interests me, I will make an exception and grant you defeat!"