Eternal Heavenly Emperor

"You can absorb the power of the Cloud Mist Stone?" Madam Yun asked again.

"Yes," Chu Hao answered succinctly, knowing that Madam Yun would not want to hear any superfluous talk, so the more concise the response, the better.

Madam Yun paused before saying very solemnly, "Chu Hao, the Cloud Mist Stone should actually be called the Star Stone, and the power within it is known as Star Force! However, you must keep the ability to absorb Star Force a secret!"

Star Stone?

Chu Hao inwardly nodded. The first time he had held the Cloud Mist Stone and observed it, he had felt that its form was more like a nebula. But why must it be kept a secret?

"At your current stage, being able to absorb Star Force... you are one in a million! If certain people find out, you would only have two choices: first, allegiance; second, death!" Madam Yun said gravely.

Chu Hao shivered inside. In this world where power is respected, laws only bind the weak and never reach over the heads of the powerful. Just like Chi Dao, who held the City Lord's Order and acted recklessly—who would dare to restrain him?

"I understand," he nodded.

Uncle Yuan hung his head low, thinking that if Madam Yun were willing, she could completely allow Chu Hao to strut through Eastern Cloud City and the surrounding 37 cities, and no one would dare to touch a hair on his head!

However, that would mean Chu Hao would face no pressure, and his cultivation would certainly slow down!

Madam Yun then smiled charmingly. She was also a bit worried that Chu Hao, young and previously always called a fool, would naturally want to stand out and bathe in the awe and flattering gazes of others after receiving this opportunity.

Fortunately, Chu Hao listened to advice!

She nodded at Uncle Yuan, who immediately took out a small jade box from his bosom and placed it on the table, opening it to reveal a bead chain inside, which upon closer inspection, was clearly made from bone.

Chu Hao's eyes were drawn to it and he blurted out, "Treasure Artifact!"

He had previously snatched a Treasure Artifact from Feng Ming, a Bone Chain, hence his immediate reaction.

"This Bone Chain, once activated, can increase your strength by five thousand jin!" Madam Yun spoke, "Wearing this Bone Chain, you can freely display your strength, as others will assume your power comes from the artifact! And when you meet people who do not recognize you, just say you have been cultivating since you were fourteen!

There are many mediocre people in this world who don't possess much strength but are full of jealousy. Someone as talented as you easily attracts their murderous intent!"

"Kill without cause or enmity?" Chu Hao was full of questions.

"It's because of jealousy!" Madam Yun nodded, "You can't understand how some people encounter a bottleneck in their cultivation and cannot breakthrough. When they see someone with talents far surpassing their own, they develop a deep murderous intent!"

Chu Hao nodded again. This world was completely different from Earth. In the pursuit of power, the hearts of many were twisted! Besides, on Earth, people also commit murder over a piece of meat or a packet of cigarettes.

"Once your power reaches the Great Mahayana realm, even the Treasure Artifact won't be able to conceal it! However, you can claim that you had an encounter and ate some unknown fruit, suddenly increasing your strength by tens of thousands of jin, then no one would suspect!" Madam Yun added.

Something like that works? Chu Hao said, "Madam has given me so much help, I really don't know how to repay you!"

"I see great potential in your future; consider this an investment in your potential!" Madam Yun did not speak any sentimental words.

She definitely did not underestimate Chu Hao's intelligence. With no blood or kinship connections, why would she help him so much? So she simply spoke frankly, treating him with sincerity to win Chu Hao's genuine gratitude.

Sure enough, after a moment of closed-eyed reflection, Chu Hao solemnly said, "If Madam ever has any requests in the future, I will surely not refuse!"

Madam Yun revealed a gentle smile, then nodded towards Uncle Yuan, who then took a box from his bosom. However, this box was much larger, measuring over a foot in length.

"I heard that tomorrow you will be attending the birthday banquet of the old master of the Fu Family, so I took the liberty of preparing a gift for you," said Madam Yun.

Having debts aplenty and thus no worries, Chu Hao did not refuse but simply said, "Thank you, Madam!"

"This is a Black Jade Ginseng!" Uncle Yuan opened the box, revealing a completely black ginseng inside that resembled a carved jade stone with a translucent texture. He then closed the box and said, "Not only does it replenish energy and benefit the body, but it also increases lifespan. This Black Jade Ginseng can extend life by approximately five years!"

Five years of lifespan!

Chu Hao was astonished. Being young, he naturally wouldn't consider the problems of aging, but for someone in their seventies or eighties, it was an urgent matter! Despite their ability in the Vajra Realm to move mountains, their lifespan was no different from ordinary people!

For those whose lives were nearing an end, five years of lifespan were more precious than mountains of gold and silver!

"Chu Hao, cultivate diligently and never be complacent. Eventually, you will realize that this world is much larger than you imagine! This Black Jade Ginseng... it's actually nothing much!" Madam Yun said.

Even Black Jade Ginseng counts for nothing?

Indeed, this gift was merely for Chu Hao, and in Madam Yun's eyes, it certainly wasn't considered precious!

But in a world of Madam Yun's level, what really counts as precious?

Chu Hao nodded and said, "May I ask the Madam, is there a way to speed up my cultivation?" He still hoped to reach the Vajra Realm within a year to participate in the battle among the Nine Great Nobles that would start the following New Year!

Madam Yun pondered briefly and said, "You are now laying your foundation, so indeed, speeding up your cultivation isn't advisable! If you must hasten it, then you must endure more hardships, keep up with your basic training, and never slacken! Otherwise, you will realize later that a castle built on sand is never secure, and by then, it will be too late for regrets!"

"I will heed Madam's words deeply!" Chu Hao said solemnly.

Madam Yun nodded and added, "You might choose a waterfall, withstand its force to absorb the power of Star Stones, and under that heavy pressure, the effectiveness of your body's absorption of Star Force will greatly increase! The higher your cultivation, the larger the waterfall you can choose! However, you must bear heavy stones every day to train your physique and solidify your foundation!

The greater your strength, the heavier the stones you must carry!"

"Thank you for your guidance, Madam!"

"Then I will take my leave now!" Madam Yun stood up.

"Let me escort you, Madam!" Chu Hao hurriedly said.

"No need, your current task is to cultivate, to enhance your cultivation as swiftly as possible; that will be the best thanks you can give me!" Madam Yun waved her hand in refusal, lightly stepping forward; her lithe waist swaying slightly, her full hips swaying alluringly.

Uncle Yuan, keeping his gaze fixed, quickly followed her.

Chu Hao still escorted her to the door, as politeness is one thing and fulfilling the role of the host is another.

After the guests had left, Uncle Yu came over and said, "Young Master, who was that lady? Such a strong presence! Too bad she's a widow, and a bit too old; otherwise, she would make a fine young wife! A big butt, surely good for bearing children!"

Chu Hao couldn't help but twitch at the corner of his mouth. If Madam Yun heard that comment, would she burst into a lion's roar?

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