1106 Chapter 1101-human Emperor banquet
The Fang family.
On the balcony.
Fang ping rubbed the old cat’s big head, ignoring its resentful eyes. He sighed softly.”Big cat, do you think it’s worth it to fight to the end in this world?”
“So what if he becomes a King or an Emperor, invincible in the Three Realms?”
Cang Mao lowered his head and said weakly,””How would I know?”
It’s not like it’s in the mood for that. It just wants to eat a big meal. Why are you making it so complicated with me?
Fang ping laughed and started playing the piano at the cat.
“That’s true. Then let’s not talk about it anymore. Let’s get ready to eat!”
Fang ping had actually not eaten for a long time. Ever since he reached rank-8, he had almost stopped eating. His golden body had already reached the point of being indestructible.
He would only eat some to increase his strength if he came across a heavenly treasure.
At the side, Yan Zhen was squatting on the ground like a dog, looking up in anticipation.
It’s time to eat!
Not far away, li Wuji also swallowed his saliva. Old bull could get some light, right?
Fang ping was all smiles as he set up a mental barrier around the terrace.
Soon, he took out the ingredients from his storage space.
A lot of them!
Crab pincers, golden ROC wings, ROC tail, Dragon Tail, octopus tentacles …
“Big cat, take out yours too!”
Cang Mao nodded his head. After so many years, he could finally eat a good meal.
The old cat at this time was also a good thing to throw out.
Emperor-tier beef, true God kun Peng head, Emperor-tier dragon meat …
Fang ping glanced at the Dragon meat, then at the gray cat with a strange look. The gray cat’s chubby face was full of smiles.”The Dragon Emperor gave it to me himself …”
“Are you sure?”
Fang ping was suspicious. ‘Why would the Dragon Emperor cut his own flesh for you? do you think I’m stupid?’
Cangmao mumbled. Fang ping heard it and could not help but roll his eyes.
As expected, this cat did it on its own!
It was Dragon King’s bad luck to have met this guy.
Other than that, Cang Mao also took out a wing and seemed to be a little disdainful. He hesitated,””This … Should I throw it away?”
Hearing this, Jiao and Li Wuji’s eyes widened.
Thrown away?
“This is the wing of that Big Crow. I can tell it’s not tasty at first glance!”
Cang Mao seemed to be a little disgusted and mumbled,”The Dragon King beat it up and it lost a wing. I picked it up.”
Fang ping was speechless. ‘You’re going to lose the wings of an Emperor-level monster?’
This cat really only cared about whether it tasted good or not. It would be a waste to give it to this cat to eat.
Fang ping did not care about it. At this time, the terrace was almost full.
The parts of these demonic beasts were either Emperor-grade or peak-grade, and there were dozens of them in total.
It could be said that it was impossible to collect these ingredients without the strength of a Saint.
Next, Cang Mao took out some more things.
But it didn’t seem to pay much attention to it. Fang ping glanced at it and shook his head. He didn’t know when the cat had gone out to steal. They were all rank-9 monster corpses, and they were still fresh. Most of them were fish-shaped.
“It can be used as a side dish!”
Cang Mao’s tone was as if there wasn’t enough food and these could be used as side dishes. He also took a look at it.
Li Wuji’s four hooves trembled. It was also a rank-9 … This … Wouldn’t make it a side dish, right?
Li Wuji shuddered. What if the cat asked him to jump into the hot pot?
When he thought of this, he really shuddered.
He was squatting in the hotpot, surrounded by people eating it, and he wouldn’t die. He could just watch others eat him … It was a beautiful scene!
“The life essence of a rank-9 monster plant …”
Fang ping took out a lot of rank-9 monster plant life essence. Then, he took out some natural treasures.
“Maple fruit, pine fruit … These are all rank-9 monster plant fruits, not the only ones.”
“There are also a few unique fruits …”
Fang ping continued to take things out. Jiao and Li Wuji were really inexperienced, even if li Wuji had an Emperor-level old ancestor.
At this moment, the two demonic beasts were both swallowing their saliva!
The human King was not an ordinary kind of heroic spirit!
These were all treasures, and could even be considered Supreme treasures. How old was the human King, and he had actually collected so many!
As for the hundred-honing fruit, sky Golden Lotus, and golden body fruit …
Fang ping had taken out some of these treasures that had been like Supreme treasures as fruit platters.
Cang Mao was a little surprised, his big face showing a curious look,”liar, don’t you always give it to others? Why did you bring out so many good things this time?”
These treasures might have limited effects on Fang ping, but they were good stuff for others.
Fang ping usually made the most out of his resources. He would almost never eat or waste these.
“I thought you haven’t had good food for a long time? It wasn’t easy to prepare a big meal, shouldn’t you prepare more?”
Fang ping laughed.”Big cat, eat and drink when you should. Life is tough. It’s rare to get to eat. You don’t have to care about these things.”
After saying that, Fang ping took out some other things.
This time, even Cang Mao was drooling.
Saint level!
“The drinks and fruits of Sky Wood?”
Cang Mao looked at the sealed life essence and glanced at the fruit. He said angrily,””A big dog’s teeth mark! It’s so disgusting. The dog ate more than half of it, and there are still teeth marks!”
Fang ping could not help but laugh.”Then don’t eat it.”
“Meow!”
Cang Mao was still a little annoyed,”you just have to eat it! But I don’t eat anything with teeth marks, I’m going to cut it open!”
It still had to eat, but it didn’t want to eat the piece that the dog bit.
The ingredients were almost ready.
Cang Mao was also impatient.
Fang ping took a look and laughed, “It’s a little too little. There aren’t many life essence and fruits of the peak monster plants, and the variety isn’t rich enough. It’s a rare opportunity. After eating it this time, I don’t know how long it’ll be before I can eat it again … Big cat, why don’t we go and get some more?”
“Ah?”
Cang Mao was at a loss. The scammer was even more meticulous than him. Wasn’t this much enough?
“I still have quite a few hundred King coins here. I’m going to the catacombs now to exchange for more food.”
Fang ping laughed and said,”you should make a trip to the catacombs as well. Many powerhouses have just recovered. They need energy. A lot of energy. “Go and ask if anyone has used food to exchange for energy liquid. I have quite a lot of energy liquid …”
The cat looked at him in confusion. The liar was really attentive today!
He was actually willing to trade energy liquid for food!
“Don’t look at me like that. I’m a grateful person. ”
Fang ping said emotionally,”you’ve helped humans overcome many difficulties. It’s just a meal. How can I be stingy?” By the way, do you still have that cabbage of yours?”
“Yes, he’s here!”
“That’s good. It should taste good too. ”
Fang ping laughed, then looked at Jiao and Li Wuji.”You guys go too. Get some good food and add some side dishes. Today’s human Emperor’s banquet doesn’t have a few hundred dishes. Do they deserve our status?”
Although the two demonic beasts were a little reluctant, they still nodded quickly and went to get food!
It looked like they were going to have a good time today!
It was already so much, and Fang ping still complained that it was not enough. It seemed like he could really eat his fill!
……
“In appreciation of Emperor Cang’s sacrifice, the human King invites Emperor Cang to a banquet. He is hosting a human King banquet. Experts from all over the world, if you have any delicious ingredients, you can go to Hope City of the seven southern regions to exchange for energy liquid!”
“Rank-9 is the boundary. You can eat all kinds of demonic beasts and demonic plants, and heavenly and earthly treasures are the best!”
“……”
Soon, all the cultivators received the news from the human world.
Fang ping asked the martial artists from the various encampment catacombs to release the news.
It was originally just a meal, but Fang ping had made it known to everyone.
For a time, the Three Realms were in an uproar over a meal.
……
Tianzhi city.
The Imperial City.
The right divine general received the news very quickly and said with a frown,””What is Fang ping up to now?”
To the side, an old man sat on a throne. It was Tian Yu’s incarnation.
“I don’t know, but …” He smiled.
Just as he was laughing, Tian Yu’s expression changed!
The right divine General’s expression also changed instantly as he shouted,”Who has come to Tianzhi city!”
“Hand over a Elm fruit and 50 kilograms of heavenly Elm life essence!”
“You dare!”
The right divine general flew into a rage and shouted,””Heavenly plant Army, form the formation!”
An expert had arrived!
At this moment, Tian Yu’s expression changed slightly. After a while, he sighed.”Stop!”
The right divine general was furious, but the old man shook his head slightly.
Undefeatable!
The person was very strong. Even though he had not appeared, his aura had already locked onto it.
“My Lord, if you need some energy liquid, the heavenly plant imperial court can also provide it. There’s no need to exchange for it with resurrected martial artists …” Tian Yu sighed softly.
It understood!
This powerhouse wanted to use his own Elm and life essence to exchange for the energy liquid that the human race was offering.
After all, his fruits were not very effective on this expert, so there was no need for the other party to snatch them.
“Foolish!”
The person sneered and didn’t explain.
There was no reason!
Because it was given by Cang Mao.
The things that Emperor Cang gave out were things that he had given out willingly. There were legends in ancient times … One’s luck would be slightly better.
Of course, whether he believed it or not was up to him.
However, there were so many experts alive back then, even the nine emperors and four Emperors. They did not deny it, so everyone had to believe it.
Now that Emperor Cang wanted to exchange ingredients in Hope City, regardless of whether the effects of the energy liquid were the same, these people were willing to give it a try.
Tian Yu was also helpless after being berated.
This person was at least Emperor-ranked!
It was even more than that!
Since the other party didn’t take it by force, it meant that there was still room for negotiation. If they really started a war, it might cause big trouble.
Tian Yu said no more. A fruit and a stream of clear spring water turned into a round ball and instantly shot into the distance.
In the distance, the void shattered. A huge hand reached out and grabbed the item before disappearing instantly.
The Qi activity also disappeared.
These powerhouses were also unwilling to rashly start a battle with these people at this time, as it would be easy for others to take advantage of them.
“Bastard!”
The right divine General’s face turned ashen. They had actually been threatened into their lair and had their treasures stolen.
Tian Yu was not that angry. He chuckled and said,””Don’t worry, just wait! The Three Realms are in chaos right now, and if we rashly clash with these people, it’s easy for something to happen. ”
The right divine general was still furious.”Fang ping, that guy, did it on purpose!”
Tian Yu nodded slightly. He was deliberately being certain.
The resurrected martial artist had probably offered the price of the heavenly Elm, which was why someone had come to find him.
……
This scene did not only happen here.
At this moment, the thousand Goblin Royal Court, The Guardian Royal Court, also had experts appearing.
When they encountered a rank-9 monster plant, they would directly suppress it and seize the treasure by force.
Some of the overseas immortal islands were also affected.
This meal caused many bloody cases.
……
Fang ping, on the other hand, had already entered the catacombs.
The Wargod had prepared quite a few hundred King coins for him back then, but Fang ping had never had the time to come to the catacombs to exchange for treasures.
Today, he had come along with the flow.
In a Royal City.
Fang ping had transformed into a top rank-9 powerhouse. At this moment, he took out a large amount of hundred Kings coins, looked at the trembling manager of the hundred King Palace, and said,””I’ll exchange them for monster plant fruits, heavenly treasures, as long as they can be eaten. The more the better!”
“My Lord …”
“Hurry up, I don’t have time to waste with you!”
Fang Ping’s expression was cold, and his aura exploded. A top rank-9 powerhouse crushed this rank-8 powerhouse, making him tremble all over.
The other party was trembling with fear and did not dare to ask again.
The hundred King coins were still in circulation.
After all, the four great true king palaces had not fallen yet. Those real gods had only left and not all of them had died.
Fang ping took out the hundred King coins. He was not forcing a deal. The hundred Imperial Palace naturally had rank-9 powerhouses, but there was no need to offend a top rank-9 for this matter. Although he was not too familiar with Fang ping, the catacombs were too big, and there were many unfamiliar powerhouses.
Soon, the palace of the hundred Kings provided Fang ping with a large number of treasures.
Fang ping kept the treasures and left quickly without a word.
Go to more places!
There were many royal cities in the catacombs. Each Royal City was a large city with a population of tens of millions. The hundred King Palace had a large reserve of treasures in these royal cities.
Fang ping did not try to snatch it by force. If he went on a killing spree, he would only become the target of public criticism.
It was just a meal. There was no need to make a scene and end up being hunted down by many experts.
At Fang Ping’s realm, traveling was also extremely fast.
People as strong as old Zhang could tear open space and travel thousands of miles.
Although Fang ping was not as good as them, he could tear space apart. He did not care about direction, and he could travel extremely fast.
One capital city, two capital cities …
Back then, the Wargod had prepared 5000 hundred King coins for him, the kind that could be exchanged for one energy stone that weighed 50 kilograms.
“However, energy stones aren’t too valuable in the catacombs. At least, that’s the case for powerhouses.
The heavenly materials and earthly treasures that were exchanged for them cost a lot of a hundred King coins.
Even so, 5000 was not a small amount!
Fang ping visited seven to eight royal cities in a row before he managed to exchange all the hundred King coins for treasures.
5000 pieces, 500000 catties of rank-9 energy stones. One catty of energy stones was previously worth as much as 300 million. Now, although the energy had recovered and the price had dropped, the value of one catty was still as high as 100 million.
A value of 50 trillion!
If he exchanged them for energy stones, Fang ping could increase his wealth by 5 billion.
However, Fang ping had only exchanged for heaven and earth treasures. Some of them were worth more than a million dollars, while some were worth less. In the end, his wealth points had increased by about 7 billion.
Earning money was too easy!
Of course, it was a one-time deal.
After this, when these royal cities received the news, they would definitely investigate it quickly. Ordinary martial artists would not be able to discover the authenticity of the hundred King coins, but those top rank-9 martial artists or those at the absolute beginning realm would definitely be able to discover the difference.
Fang ping did not care about this. After this, the hundred royal coins would probably be void.
The catacombs were going to be in chaos!
He glanced at his wealth. It was 91 billion points.
Fang Ping’s eyes flickered. He did not continue to stay in the catacombs.
If he was really ruthless now and robbed some imperial cities, he might be able to get 100 billion.
However, Fang ping had no intention of upgrading it now. He did not know if the system could be upgraded again this time. He also did not know how long it would take for it to be upgraded.
The Qi of origin and the imperishable substance produced by the system were both useful to him.
Furthermore, Fang ping still had to continue to derive his combat techniques. If the upgrade took too long, it was very likely that it would delay his cultivation speed.
“Time to go back!”
Fang ping laughed. Was the old cat satisfied this time?
The reason why he had asked the old cat to exchange items was actually because Fang ping wanted to test how many powerhouses in the Three Realms had recovered.
Would these people appear?
“Perhaps I can even trigger the chaos in the catacombs ahead of time. Why not?”
……
The sky turned dark.
When Fang ping returned to the Fang family, the sky was already completely dark.
When he returned, Cang Mao and Jiao had already returned.
At this moment, there were even more ingredients on the terrace.
Cang Mao was overjoyed, this time he was really happy.
“Liar, I got a lot of good stuff!”
“There are still a few peak fruits that I haven’t eaten before!” The grey cat said happily.
At this time, Fang Yuan was also there. This girl was also very envious at this time. Her face was red as she hid behind the cat.
It was not that she had to hide from Fang ping, but the energy here was too rich. She could not hold on the moment she entered, feeling like she was going to explode.
If it wasn’t for Cang Mao’s protection, the aura of so much Emperor level and true God level flesh would have shattered her.
“Brother …”
Fang Yuan looked at Fang ping pitifully, her eyes narrowed.”Big cat said I can’t eat it. I’ll explode if I eat it. Brother, let me have some too.”
“You?”
Fang ping laughed.”It’s fine if you eat some side dishes. These Emperor-level and true God-level flesh and fruits will definitely explode if you eat them!”
“Just wait at the side. This is a rare scene. Even if you absorb a little of the overflowing energy, it’ll be enough.”
After Fang ping said that, he laughed.”Let’s get to work. We’ll cook and eat!”
The next moment, Fang ping took out a big crystal pot. It was made of energy crystals. Although it was not a treasure, the material of this thing was hard and could preserve energy the best, so it was not suitable for it to leak out.
It was not just one pot, but several.
Under Fang Yuan’s dazed gaze, Fang ping used the life essence as water and started washing the ingredients.
“Big cat, don’t just stand there. Light it up, use your spiritual fire! Using the Qi of origin as fuel …”
Cang Mao swallowed his saliva, this liar is really good!
How extravagant!
Even an ancient cat like it felt that it was a luxury.
Even the ancient emperors would not use Qi of origin as fuel. This time, they were really going to have a big meal. It was a pity that they didn’t get the big fish head of the sea-calming envoy. Otherwise, this meal would definitely be unprecedented!
“No, it’s best to add some beast Emperor material!”
As Cang Mao lit up his Spirit Fire, he muttered,””Liar! Next time, chop off the sea Protector’s big fish head and the Beast Emperor’s big tail. Then we can have the most delicious meal in history!”
As Cang Mao thought about it, he was about to drool.
Li Wuji and Yan were so scared that their livers were trembling. These two ruthless people, they wouldn’t really do such a thing in the future, right?
A Heavenly King and an Emperor!
Is the beast King dead?
It was fine if he died, but if he didn’t …
The two rank-9 beasts shuddered at the thought.
……
“The human Emperor’s banquet!”
On the sky Island, Tian Mu sighed with emotion. Even though they were so far away, he could still feel the spirit Qi boiling over in demonic city.
“Minister Wu, you should go too.”
Wu kuishan looked puzzled. Tian Mu smiled and said,”The human King will let you go. I’m afraid only true God experts can enjoy this banquet! Although the two beasts of origin haven’t reached the true God Realm, their bodies are strong enough to withstand the attack. ”
Wu kuishan was still thinking. The next moment, someone laughed and said,”Principal, come on! Old man mu probably won’t come, so I won’t invite him. ”
Tian Mu laughed.”I think I’ll pass. I’m afraid that if I go, Emperor Cang will make me bleed again.”
“Hahaha!”
Fang ping laughed loudly. Skywood would definitely not come. This banquet was useless to him. However, if he really came, he might really bleed.
……
At that moment, Wu kuishan was not the only one who received an invitation.
Mcmau.
The siblings Zhang an and Zhang Xue were still busy when a huge hand descended from the sky and grabbed them.”Come here!”
When Fang Ping’s voice rang in their ears, the two of them heaved a sigh of relief.
He also felt Fang Ping’s strength even more!
It was not just the two of them. Tang Feng’s daughter, Tang Wen, was still in closed-door cultivation. She was grabbed by Fang ping and dragged out.
On Sky island’s side, Ling Yiyi had also been grabbed by Fang ping.
It was not just this place. At this moment, Fang Ping’s big hands appeared all over the country.
Many of the rank-6 martial artists were captured by Fang ping while they were at a loss.
……
Soon, everyone on the Fang clan’s balcony was looking at each other, completely at a loss.
As for Fang Ping, he was working while saying,”All of you, squat on the side and don’t move! I’ve invited the gray cat today, and most of you are peak rank-6. Whether you can break through today is entirely up to you!”
“Of course, you guys won’t be able to eat it. It’s still okay to smell it.”
Fang ping laughed. At this moment, how could these people not understand? all of them looked happy.
“Thank you for your support, Minister!” The crowd hurriedly said.
“Not really. Some of your fathers died in battle in the catacombs, and some are still fighting in the catacombs. They are all my seniors who have made great contributions to the protection of mankind … If you become high-ranked martial artists, I just hope that you will not forget the hard work of your fathers and generations.”
Fang ping did not just randomly grab people. These people, like Zhang an, Zhang Xue, and old Zhang had fought for humanity all his life. Naturally, he would think of them when something good happened.
For example, Tang Wen’s father, Tang Feng, had also gone out to fight.
Ling Yiyi was also from a family of martial artists. Someone from her father’s family had died in the catacombs.
This group of people could be considered the descendants of martyrs. They were also on the battlefield, so of course, Fang ping had to take care of them.
Looking at Fang Yuan, who was still a little confused, Fang ping sighed to himself. ‘I only hope that in the future … If I die one day, someone will take care of you on my behalf.’
The Three Realms was going to be in chaos!
All the monsters and demons have come out. Can I still block all of them?
Fang ping did not know!
Tian Mu and Cang Mao were not humans after all.
The remaining power of the heavenly Hound would soon dissipate.
Old Zhang had become a Heavenly King, which was both a good and a bad thing. If nothing unexpected happened at the fake heavenly tomb, humans would soon become the target of public criticism.
Fang ping could see clearly that some things might seem to be developing well, but in reality, humans had become so powerful that it would definitely cause many people to be vigilant and even develop strong hostility.
“It’s time to eat!”
When Fang ping shouted these words, more than ten large woks were activated at the same time!
At this moment, pillars of energy pierced through the heavens and earth.
Cang Mao was so tired that he was panting. Lighting a fire wasn’t that easy, but today, Cang Mao was tired but happy!
I can eat delicious food now!
The moment the pot was opened, the rank-6 martial artists at the side all felt waves of energy impact.
It was a little gentle, but also a little overbearing.
Blood and Qi energy, mental energy, and all sorts of other energies attacked these people. Some people’s bodies began to crack, but they were quickly repaired.
Fang ping took a quick glance. There were about 30 people.
If they were lucky, more than half of these people could become high-ranked.
“Principal, big cat, it’s time to eat!”
Fang ping took out a large table, laughed heartily, and began to serve the dishes.
Even Wu kuishan could feel his vitality surging at this moment. He said somewhat excitedly,”I won’t regret eating this meal even if I die!”
“Don’t say such unlucky words!”
Fang ping looked at the gray cat and raised his glass.”Big cat, this is a toast to you. Let’s drink!”
In the cup, the rich life force surged, as if it had transformed into a long Dragon of energy. A small dragon flew out, but Fang ping suppressed it forcefully.
Jiao and Li Wuji watched with eyes full of envy. The two of them could only drink a little bit of peak-level life essence, but what Fang ping and the others drank was from the heavenly wood!
Cang Mao was also very excited. He picked up the cup with his paws and drank it in one gulp. Then, he said happily, “It’s good, liar, hurry up and eat!”
“Alright, let’s eat!”
Fang ping picked up a piece of beef from the pot and swallowed it in one gulp under li Wuji’s embarrassed gaze. A faint golden light appeared on his body in an instant.
Wu kuishan picked up a piece of cabbage and ate it in one bite as well. This time, the effect was much more obvious than Fang ping ‘s.
His mentality began to fluctuate, his blood and Qi were boiling, and his golden body was stretching.
This was the cabbages that Cang Mao had been saving for tens of thousands of years!
The gray cat also gobbled up the food, its big eyes narrowed into a line.
Jiao and Li Wuji also started eating immediately. With one bite, li Wuji’s body exploded with a bright light.
It was the same for the Zheng. It was the first time that the two rank-9 beasts had enjoyed a feast of this level.
Beside him, someone’s spiritual power had already materialized. He was about to break through!
However, Fang ping and the others did not even look over there. Becoming a rank-7 was nothing. These people were just basking in a little bit of glory.
The one who truly benefited the most was not Fang ping, but Wu kuishan.
This elite who had just entered the absolute beginning realm was now constantly emitting bright light from his golden body, and his spiritual power was also rapidly increasing.
The effect of this meal was much stronger than he had imagined.
Jiao and Li Wuji were also devouring food, they wanted to use this chance to vindicate Dao.
If he ate it up this time, he didn’t know how many years it would be before he had the chance to eat it again.
In order to vindicate Dao, li Wuji did not care about anything. He even stuffed the elder ancestor’s beef into his mouth.
……
As for Fang Ping, he was also slowly experiencing the changes.
On the Golden body, traces of black material appeared on the originally flawless golden body.
“The ninth refinement … Is indeed not the limit …”
Fang ping mumbled. According to what he had said before, the ninth-refined golden body had already reached the limit of the human body and could not advance any further.
However, at this moment, there seemed to be some impurities being discharged from his golden body, which meant that his golden body had not reached its limit.
“Can I reach the limit of the ninth refinement after this meal?”
Fang ping thought to himself. When he had advanced to rank-9, his golden body had not reached the limit of the ninth refinement.
The limit of the ninth refinement was 20000Cal of vitality for a rank-8.
Fang ping had not done that!
“For every 100 meters I advance, the increase in vitality should be 10000 Cal of my own vitality, which is 20000 Cal of an ordinary rank-9. There’s even one more transformation when I’m rank-9 …”
“My Avenue is wider too. Maybe I can accommodate more vitality … I’ve reached the limit of rank-9, so my basic vitality should be more than 60000Cal, or even 650000 …”
Fang ping judged in his heart as he continued to eat and drink.
As for this meal, how much they ate and how much money they spent …
If one were to calculate it in terms of money, it would be in the trillions. Some things were even more priceless, and one meal would cost more than a hundred trillion!
Fang ping grinned. Old Zhang and the others had probably never eaten such a luxurious meal in their entire lives!
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