After leaving the valley, Mo Fan did not hurry back to Black Wind Mountain. Instead, he accompanied Bai Shuang and Bai Feng to Fengming Mountain itself.
In truth, the valley was not far from Fengming Mountain. When Mo Fan asked why such a teleportation valley existed there, the answer from the two women left him utterly stunned.
“It is said that the Fire Phoenix Sacred King, in order to make it easier for the demons of our Fengming Mountain domain to enter the Dragon Ruins, personally used supreme divine abilities to open a passage to the Dragon Ruins in that valley.”
He could not even imagine what level of power was required to create an entrance to the Dragon Ruins from another location.
Even now, he still had no clue where the Dragon Ruins actually lay. The only thing he was certain of was that it was somewhere in the ocean.
Visiting Fire Phoenix Palace once more, Mo Fan still felt a sense of novelty.
Looking at the orderly and well-run palace, he could not help daydreaming about the day when his own Black Wind Mountain might have its own proper system and order.
That would mean he had truly established himself in the Ten Thousand Great Mountains.
Along the way, he brought Bai Tian Tian and Hei Yi, following Bai Shuang and Bai Feng into the palace. Although great demons patrolled the paths, they asked no questions after seeing the Twin Beauties.
Clearly, both Bai Shuang and Bai Feng were regular and welcome visitors here.
“Stinky little brother, Granny Sparrow has quite a temper, so be very respectful when you meet her later.
Also, rumour has it that although Granny Sparrow is old, she has the heart of a child and loves little bargains. Just offer her some small personal gift later.
She may not handle many affairs, but she is the demon closest to the Sacred King in the entire Fengming Mountain. If you can win her favour, you’ll practically be able to walk sideways in the Fengming Mountain demon domain from now on.”
Bai Shuang led the way while sending these careful instructions through voice transmission.
Their purpose today was none other than to report Mo Fan’s breakthrough to demon king level to Granny Sparrow.
This so-called reporting was simply a matter of official registration, making it easier for Fire Phoenix Palace to manage the affairs of its subordinate demon domain. It was a rule long established by the palace.
If any great demon from a mountain reached the king realm but delayed reporting, once discovered they would inevitably suffer for it.
You occupy someone else’s mountain, so you have to accept their authority.
In front of Fire Phoenix Palace, forget a minor demon king; even demon ancestors had to bow their heads!
Listening to Bai Shuang’s explanations, Mo Fan nodded repeatedly, committing everything to memory while inwardly grumbling.
“It seems that even after becoming a demon, one still has to learn the ways of demon society. Otherwise, you won’t get far.”
Whether it was the demon king ceremony or offering personal gifts to Granny Sparrow, it was all part of the same social game.
He could understand Bai Shuang’s reasoning perfectly well.
Seeing how quickly Mo Fan grasped the situation, Bai Shuang could not help feeling a little surprised. In the end she could only sigh that this stinky little brother had high emotional intelligence and had probably tricked plenty of demons in the past.
Before long, the group arrived at Granny Sparrow’s cave mansion.
While they waited for the two little demons at the entrance to announce them, Mo Fan was still pondering what sort of gift would suit Granny Sparrow when a black-robed figure leaning on a cane came walking out with a beaming smile.
“This old woman thought some random demon had come, but it’s actually little Lai Bao!”
“You haven’t visited Fire Phoenix Palace in ages, little Lai Bao. What made you think to come see this old granny today?”
“Come, come, follow Granny inside and sit for a while. I’ve already ordered the little demons below to prepare fine spiritual fruits and spiritual wine.”
Before Mo Fan could even speak, Granny Sparrow grabbed him and dragged him inside.
“Greetings, Granny Sparrow!”
It was Bai Shuang and the other female demons who bowed respectfully, only to be left standing awkwardly outside. They exchanged glances, unsure what to do.
Without Granny Sparrow’s permission, they dared not enter, making the situation rather uncomfortable.
“Mummy, why is Daddy so smooth? When did he manage to hook up with such a big shot granny?”
Yingying Monster, lying on Bai Tian Tian’s shoulder like a little grub, could not help exclaiming in shock, as if it had uncovered some huge secret.
“Shut your mouth and stop talking nonsense!”
Bai Tian Tian broke into a cold sweat at those words and immediately glared fiercely at Yingying Monster.
That was Granny Sparrow!
A genuine demon ancestor!
Mo Fan himself was completely baffled. Hadn’t they said Granny Sparrow had a bad temper?
Why had she changed completely the moment she saw him?
Still, he was delighted and secretly guessed that it was almost certainly connected to his previous audience with the Fire Phoenix Sacred King.
“Granny Sparrow, I’ll pass on the spiritual fruits and wine today. I came specifically to trouble you with one matter.”
Mo Fan got straight to the point. “This junior has now broken through to the demon king realm, so I wish to register it with you.
Additionally, besides myself, Black Wind Mountain now has four other demon kings.
They are Huo Ling, Yingying Monster, Bai Tian Tian, and Hei Yi.”
“You’ve broken through to demon king so quickly?”
Granny Sparrow was stunned at first, but after sensing Mo Fan’s aura, she confirmed he had indeed reached the king realm. She immediately smiled. “As expected of the demon the Sacred King favours. Truly extraordinary!”
“But you’ve really given this granny a huge surprise.
In such a short time, your tiny Black Wind Mountain has actually produced five demon kings. This is an event that would shake the entire Fengming Mountain demon domain!
It seems I can’t call you ‘kid’ anymore. I should address you as Great King now!”
“Granny overpraises me. In front of you, this junior will always be a junior! No matter how high my cultivation climbs in future, please feel free to keep calling me ‘kid’.”
Mo Fan hurriedly spoke with utmost respect and politeness. Then, as if suddenly remembering something, he brushed his right hand across his cheek, and an object instantly appeared in his palm.
“This is a small token of filial piety from this kid to Granny. I hope Granny will accept it!”
Granny Sparrow looked at the item in Mo Fan’s hand. It was a blood-coloured lingzhi mushroom. She was about to refuse, but her expression quickly changed. She sniffed and exclaimed, “Such rich medicinal fragrance!”
“Granny has a keen eye. This item is called Dragon Blood Flesh Lingzhi. I obtained it in the Dragon Ruins and am specially presenting it to Granny today!”
Mo Fan said with a smile.
Dragon Blood Flesh Lingzhi was incredibly precious and could increase lifespan by a hundred years, but to him it was not especially important.
Granny Sparrow was different. Though a demon ancestor, she was clearly in her twilight years. If she did not achieve another breakthrough, she likely did not have many years left.
Thus, this herb was priceless to her.
He deliberately did not explain its effects, calculating that someone of her status and experience would surely recognise it. Not explaining would actually earn him more favour.
Sure enough, the moment he named it, Granny Sparrow’s expression changed dramatically.
“This… this really is Dragon Blood Flesh Lingzhi?”
Even her voice trembled slightly.
“Of course. How would this kid dare deceive Granny with a fake?” Mo Fan laughed.
At those words, Granny Sparrow took a deep breath, moved her gaze from the lingzhi, and looked deeply at Mo Fan. She said gravely, “Since you know what Dragon Blood Flesh Lingzhi is, you must understand its effects. Are you truly willing to give this to me?”
