Chaos Heavenly Emperor Art

Five days later, the city of the second disaster.

Standing before the magnificent city wall, which was hundreds of feet high, Ru Feng and the other two looked up, their eyes filled with awe.

Unlike the rough and simple style of the Dragon Abyss Relay Station, the Second Calamity City truly revealed the level of spiritual quantum technology in the Divine World, and what level it had reached.

This was undoubtedly a significant shock to Ru Feng and the other "natives" from the Immortal Realm.

It was similar to when Ling Feng first arrived in the Third City of Calamities.

However, since Ru Feng and his group started from the Longyuan Relay Station, while Ling Feng started from the Bottom City, the gap in the Bottom City was naturally larger.

Looking around, the city wall is cast entirely from some kind of silvery-white alloy, with pale blue energy patterns flowing across its surface, reflecting a mesmerizing luster in the sunlight.

On the city wall, there is a turret every hundred meters, with the muzzle flashing a dangerous light. Small flying vehicles patrol back and forth in the sky, emitting a low hum.

At the city gate, vehicles entered and exited in an orderly manner, and the guards were all dressed in standard armor, exuding a sharp and capable aura.

"Is this the main city of the City of Calamity...?"

Han Tian murmured. He had grown up in the Immortal Realm since childhood, and after coming to the Divine Miracle World, he spent most of his time training in the Abyss Zone. This was the first time he had seen such a magnificent and advanced city.

"As expected of one of the five major cities in the world of miracles."

Yan Jinghong also sighed, "Compared to this place, the Longyuan relay station is like a small rural town."

"Let's go into town."

Ru Feng withdrew his gaze and took the lead in walking towards the city gate.

The procedures for entering the city are more stringent than those for the Longyuan relay station. Not only is identity verification required, but also energy testing, facial scanning, and a series of other checks.

Fortunately, the identities of the Blood Rose Adventure Team members prepared by Ru Feng were verifiable, and they had also continuously broken the travel records along the way by using the relay stations along the route.

Moreover, no matter where they are, S-rank adventure teams are protected by the Adventurers' Guild, so the inspection process was not difficult at all, and the group entered the city smoothly.

Upon entering the city, the bustling scene became even more impressive.

The wide streets are wide enough to accommodate ten armored vehicles side by side, with buildings dozens of stories high and of various shapes on both sides. Holographic projection advertisements flash in the air, showcasing a variety of goods and services, and suspended trains shuttle through the air, forming a three-dimensional transportation network.

"First, find a place to stay, then inquire about the Hua family."

Ru Feng composed himself and led Han Tian and Yan Jinghong into the city.

Half an hour later, the three checked into a hotel called "Yunlai Hotel" in the city center.

The inn has a pleasant environment, quiet and elegant, and the price is reasonable, which attracts many small and medium-sized adventure groups to gather here.

Members of "S-class adventure groups" like Ru Feng and his group usually have specific gathering places and rarely come to places like this.

After settling in, Ru Feng and his companions went downstairs to the tea room in the hotel lobby, ordered a pot of tea and some snacks, and casually chatted with the waiter.

Yan Jinghong spoke gently to the waiter who was pouring tea for them: "Young man, I've heard that there's a Hua family in the Second Disaster City, and they're quite powerful. I wonder which area they're in?"

The waiter looked up at Yan Jinghong and, seeing that he was quite friendly, smiled and said, "Sir, is this your first time visiting the Second Disaster City? The Hua family is a powerful family in our Second Disaster City, with family businesses all over the entire East District. Everyone knows them."

"Dongcheng District, huh..."

Yan Jinghong understood and asked, "Where exactly is the Hua family mansion? Our leader has some connections with a young master of the Hua family, and we'd like to pay him a visit."

"The Hua family mansion is located in the center of the East District, covering a vast area. There are two white jade lions in front of the gate, making it easy to recognize."

The waiter enthusiastically gave directions, "Sir, go east from here, go three blocks, then north for two blocks, and you'll see it. However..."

He paused, then lowered his voice and said, "The Hua family has high standards; ordinary people cannot enter. If you do not have a visiting card, sir, I'm afraid you won't even be able to get in."

"Thank you for reminding me."

Ru Feng smiled and nodded, took out a wad of cash and placed it on the table as a tip, then turned and went upstairs.

Back in their room, the three of them and the donkey discussed it and decided to head to Huafu immediately to infiltrate the city first.

In fact, it is not difficult for people from the upper city to enter the lower city. As long as they find the right channel, they can enter the lower city smoothly.

After all, the cost of living in the lower city is extremely low, which has also given rise to a large number of red-light districts like the "city that never sleeps".

Take Ling Feng for example; he almost became a gigolo in the City That Never Sleeps.

While ordinary people in the upper city struggle to make ends meet, they can enjoy the pleasure of spending money like water in the lower city.

If it weren't for the truly appalling environment of the lower city, many upper city residents with some savings might have been quite happy to settle there.

"In any case, there's no time to lose, let's set off now."

Yan Jinghong stood up, and Han Tian also rubbed his hands together, somewhat excited.

More than a year later, I saw the young master of the Hua family again. I wondered if he still remembered the promise he made back then.

The three left the inn and headed towards the eastern district, following the directions given by the innkeeper.

Half an hour later, the three of them stood in front of a magnificent mansion.

The mansion occupies a vast area, with high walls and deep courtyards. The vermilion gate is three zhang high, and it is inlaid with eighty-one copper nails that gleam with a metallic luster in the sunlight.

In front of the gate, two lifelike white jade lions, each two zhang tall, stand proudly with their heads held high. Their eyes are inlaid with red gemstones, and faint energy fluctuations flow within them.

Above the gate hangs a golden plaque with two large, elegant characters: "Hua Mansion".

"This is it."

Ru Feng took a deep breath, stepped forward, and said to the guard at the door:

"Please inform him that an old friend has come to visit and requests an audience with Young Master Hua Feng."

As she spoke, she took out the ice-blue jade pendant and handed it over.

The guard took the ice-blue jade pendant, which felt cold to the touch. The front of the pendant was carved with a delicate ice crystal snowflake, while the back had an ancient-style character "Hua". There were faint energy fluctuations flowing around it. It was a token of identity that only direct descendants of the Hua family could possess.

The guard's expression changed slightly. He carefully examined Ru Feng and his companions for a few moments, then quickly said, "Please wait a moment, I'll go and inform them right away."

Having said that, the guard dared not delay. He gave his companion a wink, then gripped the jade pendant and strode into the mansion.

……

Deep in Washington, D.C., there is a somewhat secluded courtyard.

The unkempt vegetation in the courtyard made it appear somewhat desolate, contrasting sharply with the exquisite and luxurious atmosphere of other parts of Washington, D.C.

Inside the main hall, empty wine jars and pots were scattered everywhere. A young man dressed in brocade robes leaned against a soft couch, playing with a jade wine cup in his hand, his eyes vacant and his expression decadent.

He would refill his glass every now and then and drink it all in one gulp.

It was Hua Feng.

He escaped death from the desolate royal court more than a year ago. Although he survived, he suffered severe physical and mental trauma.

Although the physical wounds have long since healed, the shadows in his heart are far from gone.

The eleven-person adventure team was wiped out except for him. His companions, who had fought side by side and spent every day with him, turned into dried corpses before his eyes, their blood drained to become nourishment for that terrifying monster.

That scene became a nightmare he couldn't shake off.

After returning to his family, he secluded himself for more than half a year to recuperate, and his injuries barely recovered, but the shadow in his heart grew heavier and heavier.

He began to fear the dark, and sometimes even had sudden hallucinations, seeing his companions standing in front of him covered in blood, questioning him about why he had survived alone.

This caused Kai to become extremely depressed and even start to live a secluded life.

The once-renowned "Dragon Flame" adventure team, though only he remains as its leader, can still recruit new members and reclaim the name "Dragon Flame" if he can regain his spirits.

But Hua Feng never left the Hua Mansion again, seemingly completely defeated by the fear and shadow in his heart.

The elders of the family originally had high hopes for him, after all, he was one of the most talented members of the Hua family in this generation, but they did not expect that the mission to the Withering Royal Court would make him so decadent.

As time went by, Hua Feng showed no signs of recovering. He continued to drown his sorrows in alcohol and drift aimlessly through life. The elders gradually became disappointed and began to allocate clan resources to other members.

Hua Feng is now undoubtedly a discarded pawn.

Therefore, his residence would look particularly "desolate".

Even the servants in the manor know that Hua Feng is now a hopeless case, and the clan elders are disappointed in him, so there's no need for them to fawn over him anymore.

"Young Master, Young Master!"

A hurried footstep came from outside the courtyard, interrupting Hua Feng's thoughts.

He frowned, looked up, and saw it was the gatekeeper. "What is it? Hiccup..."

Hua Feng raised his hazy, drunken eyes and let out a burp at the person who had just arrived.

“Young Master, there are four people outside requesting an audience. They claim to be your old friends, and they even... handed over this jade pendant.”

The guard bowed his head and presented the ice-blue jade pendant with both hands.

Hua Feng casually accepted it, but the moment his gaze fell on the jade pendant, his pupils suddenly contracted.

He remembered this jade pendant!

A year ago, in the Withered Royal Court, he gave this personal jade pendant to his saviors and promised to do his best to help them if they ever went to the Second City of Calamity.

They...really came?
Hua Feng suddenly stood up from the soft couch, a hint of excitement flashing in his eyes, but after the excitement, there was even more shock.

Those people are remnants of the Chaos Temple!
The Tribunal is currently searching the world for members of the Chaos Temple, yet they dare to brazenly come to the Second City of Calamity?

However, no matter who they are, they are still my saviors.

Hua Feng was undoubtedly true to his word. He never mentioned what he had experienced in the Withered Royal Court to anyone, nor did he ever speak of the existence of people like Ru Feng.

Now that the other party has taken the initiative to come to our door, they must have something to ask for.

Where are they now?

"Still waiting outside the mansion."

"Bring them in quickly... no, never mind, I'll go get them myself."

Without further hesitation, Hua Feng straightened his robes and strode out of the mansion.

……

Outside the mansion gate.

Ru Feng, the three of them, and the donkey waited quietly. The donkey, disguised as a woman, looked around impatiently, while Yan Jinghong closed his eyes to rest. Ru Feng and Han Tian calmly surveyed the architectural layout of the Hua Mansion.

Just then, the gates of the mansion opened wide, and a figure in brocade robes strode out—it was Hua Feng.

His face still had the flush of intoxication, but he looked much more sober.

However, the people the gatekeeper was waiting for looked completely different from the ones he remembered!

Yes!

The artist immediately realized that they must have disguised themselves specifically to infiltrate the City of Natural Disasters.

After all, the jade pendant he gave them was definitely not fake.

"Please forgive us for not being able to greet you properly since you have come from afar."

Hua Fenglang greeted them with a smile, cupping his fists in a respectful bow.

Yan Jinghong nodded secretly; this kid's reaction was quite quick.

"Young Master Hua, you are too kind. Please forgive my unauthorized visit."

Ru Feng bowed slightly, her voice clear and cold.

"Not at all, not at all. I am overjoyed to have an old friend visit."

Hua Feng stepped aside and said, "Please come in quickly, gentlemen, and let's have a chat inside the mansion."

"please."

Without any ceremony, Ru Feng and his companions followed Hua Feng into the mansion.

After passing through the front yard and winding through several corridors, Hua Feng led the three to his own residence.

"My humble abode is simple and unadorned; please do not find it offensive."

Hua Feng pushed open the courtyard gate and gestured for them to enter.

Ru Feng and his companions entered the courtyard, their gazes sweeping over the somewhat desolate grounds. It seemed that this young master Hua Feng had lost some power within the manor.

Upon entering the main hall, Hua Feng dismissed his attendants, personally closed the hall door, and set up a soundproof barrier.

After doing all this, he turned around and looked at Ru Feng and the other three. His smile faded and his expression became serious.

"My benefactors, we meet again!"

A year ago, in the Withered Royal Court, if it weren't for these people, I probably would have lost my life.

"Young Master Hua, how have you been?"

Ru Feng nodded slightly, looked at the mess on the ground, and said in a deep voice, "It seems that this year has not been easy for you."

Hua Feng gave an awkward smile, then sighed softly and pointed to his chest: "Alas, inner demons are hard to shake off. I apologize for making you all laugh."

As he spoke, he bowed again to Ru Feng, saying, "I will always remember the life-saving grace I received from the Desolate Royal Court a year ago. If you gentlemen have come today and need anything from me, please feel free to ask, and I will do my best to help you!"

"Young Master Hua, you flatter me."

Ru Feng raised his hand in a gesture of support, saying, "We were just trying to save ourselves back then, so there's no question of gratitude. But I have come here today to ask you for a favor."

"please say."

"We want to go to the bottom city."

Ru Feng cut to the chase, "I wonder if Young Master Hua could make arrangements for us?"

"The bottom city?"

Hua Feng frowned. "Are you all going to the bottom city? The environment there is harsh and chaotic; it's not a good place to go."

"We certainly have reasons to go."

Ru Feng's gaze was firm. "If Young Master Hua can help us, we will be extremely grateful."

Hua Feng was taken aback. Seeing that he remained silent, Ru Feng continued, "If Young Master Hua is in any difficulty, we will not force you. Let's pretend we never met. Here's your jade pendant back."

She took out the ice-blue jade pendant and handed it to Hua Feng.

"No no no!"

Hua Feng waved his hands repeatedly, "I just think that what my benefactors asked me to do is too simple. In fact, as long as you find the right way, it is not difficult to enter the bottom city."

He nodded. "Okay, I'll arrange it, but..."

Ru Feng's gaze sharpened. "What other conditions does Young Master Hua have?"

"I wouldn't say there are any conditions..."

Hua Feng sighed softly, "In the past year, I have lived a life that is neither human nor ghost. I am tormented by nightmares every day, living in a daze, and degenerating myself. I am despised by my family and gossiped about by my servants. I am living a life worse than death!"

"Sometimes, I even doubt whether I'm truly alive, but only when I see a few people can I regain that feeling of being alive. So..."

He clenched his fists and gritted his teeth, saying, "If possible, I hope you can take me with you to the bottom city. I promise you won't ask any questions. I just want to find my former self again."

Yan Jinghong and the others exchanged glances. This Hua Feng could be considered a man of his word, a man of loyalty and righteousness.

"Ok."

Ru Feng nodded slightly, "Since Young Master Hua is interested, then let's go to the bottom city together."

"Thank you so much!" Hua Feng immediately showed his excitement. "I'll make the arrangements right away!"

……

The Temple of Eternal Silence, the Eighth Realm, within the Heavenly Cleansing Pool.

After some time of quiet cultivation, the ancestral vein in Ling Feng's body finally stabilized completely.

However, since the Eighth Hunting Ancestor left that day, no one has appeared again. Ling Feng can only frantically cultivate the "Ancestral God Technique" every day in order to break through.

However, no matter how hard Ling Feng practiced, his progress remained slow.

His first ancestral vein was so extraordinary that it made it incredibly difficult to open a second one.

Therefore, it would be even more difficult for Ling Feng to reach the level of the Six Veins mentioned by the Eighth Hunting Ancestor within a single Beast Sea Era than to ascend to heaven.

Just when Ling Feng was struggling to make any progress, this day finally brought a turning point! (End of Chapter)