"Shouldn't you head to the Nine Realms Celestial Domain first?" Her Majesty asked.
"I'm worried that silly girl Long Xiaoxiao might be waiting for me in place."
"If the Nine Realms Celestial Domain really was opened for me by Senior Luan Shusheng, then whether I go early or late, I won't miss it."
"But I don't want my friend to miss out because she was waiting for me," Chu Feng said.
"Fine then." Her Majesty chuckled. Though she worried Chu Feng might miss a great opportunity, she supported his decision all the same.
If it were before, Her Majesty would have urged Chu Feng to put his own interests first.
But now, having long come to understand Chu Feng, she offered nothing but unconditional support for whatever he chose to do.
Along the way, countless figures streaked past Chu Feng, all flying in the direction of the Nine Realms Celestial Domain.
Regardless of age, everyone was brimming with excitement.
A white-bearded old man pumped his fist and screamed with delight.
Others had tears streaming down their faces, lamenting that they would have the chance to behold the legendary Celestial River.
It was clear that for the people of the Celestial River Upper Realm, the Nine Realms Celestial Domain was the fulfillment of a lifelong dream.
At last, Chu Feng arrived at where Long Xiaoxiao was.
He announced himself, and before long, he was brought to Long Xiaoxiao.
Not only did he see Long Xiaoxiao, but also her Master — Immortal Ningyu.
Immortal Ningyu was the same as ever. Even the current Chu Feng could not see through her cultivation.
"Young Friend Chu Feng, your progress truly is remarkable. We've been apart for only a few short days, yet you've already advanced to the rank of Third Grade Half-God."
Long Xiaoxiao's Master began showering Chu Feng with praise the moment she saw him.
"Senior, you're flattering me far too much."
"It wasn't just a few short days — quite some time has passed," Chu Feng said with a smile.
"The time may be slightly exaggerated, but it still pales in comparison to the absurdity of Young Friend Chu Feng's progress."
"Moreover, I've heard that Young Friend Chu Feng has also become friends with Long Chengyu, the young master of the Totem Dragon Clan, as well as Long Muxi, a young lady of the Totem Dragon Clan?"
"Not only is your strength exceptional, but your personal charisma is truly remarkable as well. You are certain to achieve great things in the future." Long Xiaoxiao's Master praised him once more.
However, upon hearing these words, the members of the Firmament Celestial Sect present exchanged peculiar glances.
"Senior is remarkably well-informed — to think you knew about that as well."
Chu Feng figured that the matter of the Primordial Star Sea couldn't have spread that quickly yet.
What Long Xiaoxiao's Master was referring to was most likely the incident at Painter's Mountain.
And when Chu Feng confirmed it, the looks those Firmament Celestial Sect members gave him grew even stranger.
"Chu Feng!!!"
"You really have quite the reputation."
Suddenly, an angry shout rang out as Qin Hang came charging over.
"Senior Brother Qin Hang."
Seeing that Qin Hang had come with ill intent, Long Xiaoxiao immediately took to the air and moved to block him.
But Qin Hang ignored her restraint. Instead, he pointed toward the distant spectacle caused by the Nine Realms Celestial Domain and demanded, "Do you know what that is?"
"I heard about it on the way here. It may be the legendary Nine Realms Celestial Domain," Chu Feng replied.
"Then it's great that you know."
"It is a sacred cultivation ground that has existed since the dawn of this era."
"Now that it has reappeared, every major power is racing to get there at the earliest opportunity."
"But Junior Sister Xiaoxiao has been refusing to leave because she was waiting for you. If she misses the advantage, are you prepared to bear that responsibility?" Qin Hang demanded furiously.
"Young Master Qin Hang, Xiaoxiao hasn't said a word — why are you so worked up?"
"And as for whether I miss the advantage or not — what does that have to do with you? Did I ask you to wait?" Chu Feng asked.
"Whether I miss it or not is none of your concern. But if Xiaoxiao misses it, you cannot afford to take the blame," Qin Hang said through gritted teeth.
Chu Feng had been thoroughly irritated by Qin Hang's arrogant attitude.
However, he could tell that Qin Hang genuinely did not care whether he himself missed the opportunity — he simply didn't want Long Xiaoxiao to miss out, and he was unwilling to argue about it further.
So Chu Feng said directly, "Do you realize which direction I came from?"
The moment those words left his mouth, Qin Hang fell silent.
They were all smart people. With just that one sentence, Chu Feng made them understand what he had sacrificed.
Chu Feng had originally been much closer to the Nine Realms Celestial Domain. He knew there was an opportunity there, yet he hadn't gone there first. Instead, he had come here.
For what? Because he was afraid Long Xiaoxiao would be waiting for him.
But how could he have been so certain that Long Xiaoxiao would wait?
In truth, from a normal perspective, no one could have been certain.
Chu Feng might have made a wasted trip — and in doing so, forfeited the advantage.