On the way, in this so-called Divine Emperor Sacred Land Sect, those below the Awakening Realm, that is, the eighth to tenth levels of the Deification Realm, were all insignificant. No one would look at you twice.
Indeed, even those at the tenth level of the Deification Realm had to serve tea and water, massage their masters, and wash their feet.
Some were even worse, scrubbing all the toilets within a five-mile radius, ending up smelling like night-blooming jasmine.
Noticing Ming Zhi Tian's humble gaze, Piao Ling'er comforted him, "It's alright, everyone started from the Deification Realm. I believe you'll break through the shackles one day."
Ming Zhi Tian gave a thumbs-up, "You're right. Since ancient times, it's been a world where the weak are prey to the strong. There are only differences between strong and weak, not right and wrong. I'm used to it, so I've let go of any resentment."
Piao Ling'er admired his magnanimity, her good feelings towards this man growing. At least he was better than those who were always fawning and flattering.
Entering the main hall, a familiar figure sat to the side not far away. A woman in a phoenix-feathered dress was drinking tea, her delicate jade hand gently lifting the teacup and savoring it leisurely. Her subtly flushed profile made Ming Zhi Tian want to get closer.
That person was none other than Empress Xing Chen. Ming Zhi Tian didn't think much of it, as this was her home, after all.
Piao Ling'er, with a touch of playful coaxing, walked up to Empress Xing Chen, "Mother, I've brought a friend. You must entertain them well."
"!"
"Piao Ling'er is Empress Xing Chen's daughter?" Ming Zhi Tian couldn't believe it. Could there be such a coincidence?
Suddenly, Ming Zhi Tian felt a familiar sense of déjà vu from the other side. He slowly looked over and saw a young man in golden armor embroidered with python patterns casting a sharp gaze at him.
Ming Zhi Tian felt a chill run down his spine and dared not look further. If that person were to attack suddenly, Ming Zhi Tian was sure he wouldn't have a chance to escape.
Piao Ling'er smiled slightly, "Father, his name is Ming Zhi Tian. Why are you still standing there? Come and meet my father and mother."
Ming Zhi Tian took two steps forward and then looked at Empress Xing Chen, "Zhi Tian?"
She paused slightly. Why was Ming Zhi Tian here? This would surely cause her husband, His Majesty Piao Yan, to misunderstand.
Ming Zhi Tian smiled at her, "Xing Chen, so she's your daughter."
The Black and White Elders, subordinates of His Majesty Piao Yan, whispered beside him, "Your Majesty, he is the Empress's 'friend'."
His Majesty Piao Yan couldn't help but look at Ming Zhi Tian again and said in a low voice, "He looks quite fair, but he's just a pretty boy."
Ming Zhi Tian politely cupped his hands in greeting, "I am Ming Zhi Tian, a rogue cultivator. I pay my respects to Your Majesty."
His Majesty Piao Yan stood proudly, "You are Ming Zhi Tian?"
Ming Zhi Tian frowned, "What? Am I famous?"
His Majesty Piao Yan wished he could slap him but kept a straight face, "I've only heard Chen'er mention you occasionally."
For some reason, Ming Zhi Tian felt uncomfortable. He was Empress Xing Chen's husband, so calling her Chen'er was natural, but Ming Zhi Tian just felt inexplicably displeased.
At this moment, Ai Liaoran, Jing Shijie, Pu Jindong, and Ju Ye also entered.
Piao Ling'er's face darkened when she saw the four of them, "Didn't I tell you not to follow?"
Ai Liaoran said with a wry smile, "Junior Sister Ling'er, you misunderstand. We just wanted to pay our respects to Master."
As he spoke, the four bowed to His Majesty Piao Yan simultaneously, "Disciples Ai Liaoran, Jing Shijie... pay respects to Master!"
His Majesty Piao Yan waved his hand, "Rise. You've been out for a few days, any gains recently?"
Speaking of gains, the four couldn't help but look at Ming Zhi Tian, gritting their teeth slightly.
Seeing this, Piao Ling'er quickly shielded Ming Zhi Tian, blocking their sharp gazes for him, "It's like this, Father. We encountered a rare Luminous Stone beast with Ming Zhi Tian, and we captured it together. However, ultimately, it was all Ming Zhi Tian's credit. So, we gave him half of the Luminous Stone beast, which led to the dissatisfaction of several Senior Brothers."
Ai Liaoran retorted, "But we also chased it for three days and three nights. How could he get half? This is unfair!"
Piao Ling'er said, "Alright then, didn't Ming Zhi Tian also defeat you all? You were outmatched, who is to blame?"