"It's the Celestial Fox Matriarch of the Celestial Fox Sect."
A wave of recognition rippled through the surrounding crowd as powerful figures identified the newcomer, exclaiming in surprise.
The Celestial Fox Matriarch of the Immortal Fox Sect was a renowned figure, a Lesser Earthly Supreme expert.
Though Supreme figures—Heavenly Supremes, even Immortal-Grade Heavenly Supremes—had appeared frequently around Zhou Yi, such beings were rarely seen under normal circumstances. They were akin to celestial dragons, revealing only glimpses of themselves.
Even Earthly Supremes were esteemed figures in the Great Thousand World, capable of founding sects and dominating entire regions.
Moreover, the Immortal Fox Matriarch was not only an Earthly Supreme but also a woman of extraordinary beauty. Her cultivation of the Celestial Fox Art endowed her with an unparalleled allure, captivating countless powerful figures who would go to great lengths for a mere smile from her.
Yet today, the Celestial Fox Matriarch was willingly approaching on her own initiative.
Indeed.
Strength allows one to do as they please.
"Then I'll trouble the fairy."
Zhou Yi's indifferent voice echoed as the door of the war chariot opened. The Celestial Fox Matriarch's heart leaped with joy, and she gracefully stepped inside.
It wasn't that she would throw herself at any Heavenly Supreme she encountered. Earlier, through the window, she had caught a glimpse of Zhou Yi.
Young.
Handsome.
Mysterious.
Powerful.
That combination had sparked her desire to make his acquaintance and recommend herself.
Creak.
As the Celestial Fox Matriarch entered, the door closed, leaving countless men outside sighing in regret.
It seemed the Celestial Fox Matriarch would soon belong to someone.
No one knew which Heavenly Supreme senior had won her favor.
Inside the chariot, the Celestial Fox Matriarch's eyes flickered as she took in the scene, her gaze drawn to Qing Yanjing, Jiu You, and Liu Baihua. The three women's eyes bore into her, radiating pressure that made her heart tremble.
Heavenly Supremes!
The Celestial Fox Matriarch's mind reeled. She hadn't expected Zhou Yi to be accompanied by three Heavenly Supreme women—an utterly terrifying lineup.
What kind of existence was this man?
Heavenly Supreme women were peerless prodigies, standing above the world. To have one by his side was a rare blessing. To have three—living in harmony, no less—was unheard of.
That she, a Lesser Earthly Supreme, could sense their strength so easily was because the three women had deliberately given her a show of force.
"This humble one, the Sect Master of the Celestial Fox Sect, Celestial Fox, greets the young master and the three fairies."
The Celestial Fox Matriarch's heart pounded as she curtsied, a mixture of excitement and trepidation swirling within her.
She regretted her boldness—her life now dangled on a thread.
She did not fear Zhou Yi.
After all, men—no matter how powerful—could be indulgent toward women.
It was the three Heavenly Supreme women she feared.
One slap from them would end her life, and no one would question it.
Worse, she had approached them of her own volition.
If she died, people would only blame her for being a vixen who got what she deserved.
Yet excitement still fluttered within her heart.
Zhou Yi was far more powerful than she had imagined.
If she could attach herself to him, her future would be limitless.
Danger and opportunity often walk hand in hand.
"No need for formalities, have a seat."
Zhou Yi smiled, his gaze sweeping over the Celestial Fox Matriarch.
She wore a white gauzy palace gown that accentuated her curvaceous figure, her enchanting fox-like eyes carrying a hint of unspoken desire. Her beauty was undeniable, and her allure was instinctive.
With his memories of a past life intact, Zhou Yi vaguely recalled hearing of the Celestial Fox Matriarch—though only through others' accounts.
In that timeline, the protagonist Mu Chen had come to the Merchant Continent to attend an auction, where the Celestial Fox Matriarch's disciple, Heart Fox Fairy, had also appeared.
During the classic kill-and-plunder sequence after the auction, Heart Fox Fairy observed from the shadows but was exposed by Ling Qingzhu, who had come to find her daughter.
Heart Fox Fairy had invoked the Celestial Fox Matriarch's name.
Ling Qingzhu had only smiled playfully, saying, "Ah, the matriarch of the Celestial Fox Sect? I once met her—though she was more interested in my husband than in me. Her charm, however, seemed lacking."
Zhou Yi's mind conjured Ling Qingzhu's image.
Compared to a heroine, the Celestial Fox Matriarch indeed fell slightly short.
But her natural fox-like allure had its own flavor.
The thought amused Zhou Yi.
In the original future, the Celestial Fox Matriarch's discerning eye had favored Ling Qingzhu's husband, Martial Ancestor Lin Dong.
Now, Zhou Yi had replaced Lin Dong, married Ling Qingzhu, and entered the Great Thousand World—only to be similarly chosen by the Celestial Fox Matriarch.
One had to admit—the Celestial Fox Matriarch's taste in men was exceptional.
"Thank you, young master."
The Celestial Fox Matriarch curtsied gracefully and took a seat opposite Zhou Yi.
"May I ask the young master's name?"
Despite her natural allure, she carried herself with dignified poise.
"Zhou Yi, Lord of the Heavenly Sovereign Manor."
Zhou Yi replied casually.
The Celestial Fox Matriarch's mind raced. She had never heard of such a force.
As an Earthly Supreme, she was well-informed. A man of Zhou Yi's stature would surely be renowned across the Great Thousand World, along with the faction he belonged to.
"You likely haven't heard of the Heavenly Sovereign Manor—because I only just founded it."
Zhou Yi's explanation answered her confusion.
"I see."
The Celestial Fox Matriarch smiled bewitchingly, her voice melodious.
"With the young master's strength, the Heavenly Sovereign Manor will soon resound across the Great Thousand World."
"I think so too."
Zhou Yi chuckled, resisting the urge to flirt further under the watchful gazes of Qing Yanjing and Jiu You.
"Is the young master heading to the auction?"
"Fairy Celestial Fox is indeed perceptive."
"You flatter me—please, just call me Celestial Fox."
Her captivating gaze lingered on Zhou Yi.
"The Merchant Continent is small, but it draws treasures from all corners of the world."
"I care little for treasures. Meeting you today is the greatest treasure."
Zhou Yi's direct words caught the Celestial Fox Matriarch off guard.
"Hmph, just a vixen!"
Jiu You couldn't help but snort. She knew Zhou Yi's fondness for beauty, but she still found it vexing.
The Celestial Fox Matriarch was surprised by Zhou Yi's bluntness.
Though she exuded seduction, she was not one to yield easily.
Zhou Yi might be powerful, but she still needed to understand him better.
"The young master jests. I dare not accept such praise."
Her smile remained radiant.
"If the young master has no interest in treasures, is he merely passing through?"
She sought to probe his origins and destination.
"I'm heading to the Skylaw Continent."
Zhou Yi's casual revelation made the Celestial Fox Matriarch's heart quake.
"I find the Skylaw Continent quite appealing—suitable for establishing the Heavenly Sovereign Manor's base."
Zhou Yi's tone was nonchalant, yet his words carried boundless ambition.
A man must first display his power to win a woman's heart.
If you hide your strength and pretend to be weak, what woman would follow you?
And if a woman isn't drawn to your wealth and power—why would she follow you at all?
"Skylaw Continent?"
The alluring and graceful Celestial Fox Matriarch's eyes were filled with shock as she exclaimed,
"Skylaw Continent is vast and boundless, the domain of the ancient Heavenly Emperor, ranking among the top ten supercontinents of the Great Thousand World."
"Such a continent naturally attracts the attention of countless supreme powers. It is said that all the great super forces have agreed that no Heavenly Supreme powerhouses may intervene."
"If Young Master intends to act by force, you may provoke a united assault."
"Rules are made by the strong."
Zhou Yi smiled, wrapping Liu Baihua into his embrace, and said with a faint smile,
"Do you know who she is?"
"Forgive my ignorance, but I do not know this fairy's identity."
After all, Celestial Fox Matriarch was merely an Earthly Supreme and not part of the same circle as the Heavenly Supremes. She had never seen Liu Baihua before.
"She is Liu Baihua, the Sect Master of the Hundred Flowers Sect!"
"Moreover, she was once the wife of Qin Beixuan, the Palace Master of Northern Profound Palace, and an Immortal-Grade Heavenly Supreme of the Northern Profound Continent!"
Zhou Yi sighed slightly, shaking his head:
"Unfortunately, she gave birth to a worthless son with Qin Beixuan. That useless son even had the nerve to try and steal my woman."
"I had no choice but to rid her of that wretched father and son pair, freeing her from the sea of suffering."
Boom!
Celestial Fox Matriarch's mind reeled as if struck by a thunderbolt. The information was simply too overwhelming.
Immortal-Grade Heavenly Supreme Qin Beixuan's wife?
That was an Immortal-Grade Heavenly Supreme—an existence she could scarcely imagine.
Although she was far removed from such figures, she had heard that even among the Heavenly Supremes, there were different grades.
An Immortal-Grade Heavenly Supreme was an unreachable overlord in her eyes.
What's more, she had heard of Qin Beixuan's mighty reputation.
To think that Zhou Yi had not only killed Qin Beixuan and his son but also claimed his wife.
"Is the Young Master planning to upend the table?"
Celestial Fox Matriarch's heart churned.
They had just been discussing the Skylaw Continent, but Zhou Yi had abruptly shifted the topic to Liu Baihua.
He was making a point—
With his strength, he did not need to follow the rules. He would take the Skylaw Continent for himself.
Anyone who objected...
Qin Beixuan was a cautionary example.
"Celestial Fox Matriarch, do you still dare to follow me to Skylaw Continent?"
Zhou Yi's eyes locked onto her, his smile playful.
"If you're afraid, I can let you off now."
Celestial Fox Matriarch's mind raced.
She knew this was an unprecedented opportunity—one that carried equally unprecedented danger.
If she bet right, she would soar to the heavens.
If she lost, she would be utterly annihilated—along with her entire Celestia Fox Sect.
But she desired strength.
Clenching her teeth, she said, "Since Young Master values me so, I am willing to follow you to the death."
"Haha, no need to throw your life away."
Zhou Yi pulled her soft, curvaceous figure into his arms and grinned.
"It's just a mere Skylaw Continent. From what I know, only five or six super forces are vying for it, and the strongest among them is merely at the late stage of Immortal-Grade Heavenly Supreme."
"Do you know who she is?"
Zhou Yi turned to the silent Qing Yanjing, smiling.
"Who is this fairy sister?"
Celestial Fox Matriarch was genuinely curious. The woman's beauty and aura were extraordinary—clearly not an ordinary person.
"She is the Holy Maiden of the Ancient Buddha Clan, one of the Five Ancient Clans, and a possessor of the Eight Divine Meridians—the fiancée of Maha Tian, the clan leader of the Maha Ancient Clan."
"Hiss!"
Celestial Fox Matriarch's eyes widened in shock, her delicate body trembling.
Her mind echoed with a single thought:
I've boarded a pirate ship, haven't I?
"Is it still too late to get off?"
This was terrifying.
Qin Beixuan was already an unparalleled giant in her eyes.
But the Five Ancient Clans were legendary, their power and influence spanning the entire Great Thousand World.
Even an Earthly Supreme like her had only heard whispers of their unfathomable might.
Yet after the initial shock, a shiver of excitement coursed through her.
If Zhou Yi dared to touch the fiancée of the Maha Ancient Clan's leader without fear...
If he could dominate the other Heavenly Supreme women by his side...
It meant Zhou Yi possessed equally terrifying strength.
He stood at the very pinnacle of the Great Thousand World.
She had found a priceless treasure.
A world-shaking treasure.
Having secured Celestial Fox Matriarch's allegiance, Zhou Yi's mood brightened. He purchased several treasures from an auction and presented them to the women as gifts before setting off for Skylaw Continent.
As one of the most renowned supercontinents in the Great Thousand World, its vastness and prosperity greatly pleased Zhou Yi.
Under Jiu You's guidance, the group headed straight for the Great Havenlaw Domain.
The Great Havenlaw Domain was one of the top powers on Skylaw Continent, ruling a territory far larger than the Hundred Spirit Continent.
Yet within Skylaw Continent itself, it was nothing more than a small corner.
After nearly a week of travel and passing through ten teleportation arrays, they finally neared the Great Havenlaw Domain's territory.
During the journey, Zhou Yi made the most of his time.
The war chariot's interior was vast, resembling a miniature world with mountains, lakes, and celestial pavilions.
Every day, Zhou Yi diligently tended to Qing Yanjing, Jiu You, and Liu Baihua—and naturally, the newly joined Celestial Fox Matriarch was not neglected.
Under Zhou Yi's experienced and tireless care, Celestial Fox Matriarch often found herself utterly spent, collapsing limply into his embrace.
Her cheeks flushed, eyes sultry, as her slender fingers traced his muscles with lingering fascination:
"Young Master, how are you so powerful? I thought I was going to die..."
Zhou Yi smirked, stroking her smooth jade-like back.
"Now you know how formidable I am, don't you?"
"Follow me without worries—I won't let you suffer."
"In the future, you'll realize following me is the wisest decision of your life."
"Mmm... I believe you, Young Master!"
Celestial Fox Matriarch's charming smile blossomed, full of mature allure.
Under Zhou Yi's guidance, her cultivation progressed rapidly.
Moreover, Zhou Yi received a handsome reward after subduing Celestial Fox Matriarch:
[Reward: Yang God World's Three Volumes of Heavenly Fragrance]
Heaven and Earth divided into Yin and Yang—
Yang governed light, fragrance, and beauty.
The Human Fragrance Volume used the scents of a hundred flowers to charm others, filling their hearts with affection and making them unwilling to harm the practitioner.
The Earth Fragrance Volume harnessed the aromas of a thousand medicines, healing the soul and restoring spirit.
The Heavenly Fragrance Volume gathered the myriad divine fragrances of the Great Thousand World, elevating the practitioner to a divine state, drawing all things—sun, moon, and stars—into reverence.
Zhou Yi decided to impart this powerful art to the women, enhancing their charm.
Under his personal guidance, Celestial Fox Matriarch swiftly mastered the basics of the Human Fragrance Volume, exuding an intoxicating scent.
It was... delightful.
Two days later, Zhou Yi's party finally arrived at the heart of the Great Havenlaw Domain.
"I'm home."
Jiu You's eyes shimmered with nostalgia and excitement, like a wanderer returning to her homeland.
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