Chapter 15: Summoning Heavenly Soldiers to Capture the Dragon Maiden?

The Dragon Palace is a splendid place. Upon entering, one is immediately dazzled by the radiant glow, almost blinding to the eyes.

Beneath the sea surface lies an entirely different charm.

Jiang Wang employed the Water Avoidance Technique and, after entering the ocean, carefully observed the scenery beneath the waves.

The East Sea’s vastness is beyond imagination, stretching endlessly on the surface. Beneath the sea, the horizon seems even more unreachable.

At first, only about a thousand meters below the surface could be seen; the deeper one goes, the narrower the field of vision becomes.

Even though Jiang Wang is a celestial immortal, he cannot perceive distant scenes clearly underwater.

After traveling a considerable distance beneath the sea, the Heavenly Soldiers finally caught sight of the Old Dragon King’s Dragon Palace.

The Old Dragon King’s palace was extravagantly magnificent.

A gigantic luminous pearl adorned the palace’s roof, shining brilliantly and illuminating not only the ocean floor but also the hearts of the assembled Heavenly Soldiers.

None of them had ever seen a Dragon Palace so lavish; each one exclaimed in amazement, marveling at its splendor.

“This place is far too magnificent, isn’t it?” one Heavenly Soldier exclaimed.

“Truly worthy of being the chief palace among the Four Seas Dragon Palaces. Just by looking at the surface of the East Sea Dragon Palace, one can imagine how opulent its interior must be,” another praised.

The Heavenly Soldiers chatted excitedly, their voices filling the air, bringing a broad smile to the Old Dragon King’s face.

“Soldiers, do not linger outside. I have already instructed the shrimp soldiers and crab generals to prepare fine wine and delicacies. Please join me for a feast,” the Old Dragon King invited warmly.

The Heavenly Soldiers readily accepted.

“Where the host leads, the guests follow. Please, Old Dragon King,” they respectfully replied.

Jiang Wang was no exception.

However, unlike the others who were eager to enjoy the food and drink, Jiang Wang’s attention was fixed on the palace itself.

He noticed the palace was saturated with a strong aura of celestial energy, as if immersed within a sea of such spiritual power.

Compared to the weaker celestial aura of the Heavenly Court, it was even more potent here.

Without a doubt, the Dragon Palace must harbor treasures that continuously emit this celestial energy, benefiting the Dragon King’s descendants.

Following the Heavenly Soldiers, Jiang Wang approached the palace.

Inside, the Dragon Palace gleamed with gold and jade, attended by pearl maidens, clam spirits, and other servants.

Shrimp soldiers and crab generals patrolled back and forth.

Upon seeing the Old Dragon King, these attendants all bowed respectfully.

The Old Dragon King waved his hand, dismissing the little demons who then dispersed to their tasks.

Upon entering the grand hall, the Old Dragon King invited the Heavenly Soldiers and Generals to sit and converse.

Following the generals’ signals, the soldiers took their seats.

Once seated beside his comrades, Jiang Wang used his divine consciousness to communicate silently.

“First time in the Dragon Palace. I wonder what the Old Dragon King will serve us?” one asked.

“Brother, you don’t know. The Old Dragon King is the most hospitable. Rest assured, it will definitely be something fine!” another replied.

“Hopefully, he’ll offer some immortal brew to strengthen our realms. Mine is unstable at present,” one said.

Jiang Wang listened briefly but soon ceased eavesdropping.

The Heavenly Soldiers took the invitation from the Old Dragon King too lightly.

As the saying goes, no one wakes up early without reason.

The Old Dragon King is a Golden Immortal, his power not to be underestimated.

Above the Golden Immortal is the Supreme Golden Immortal, and beyond that lies the great Dao realm.

Since the Cataclysm between Witches and Demons, how many great Dao immortals are there in the world? They can be counted on one’s fingers.

Otherwise, how could the Monkey King, a mere Supreme Golden Immortal, challenge the Heavenly Court?

Is it not precisely because great Dao immortals are rare and indifferent to worldly affairs?

For such a powerful immortal to treat the Heavenly Soldiers so courteously, there must be something amiss.

What that might be, Jiang Wang could not yet discern.

In any case, he did not believe the Old Dragon King would secretly harm them.

The Heavenly Court values its reputation above all.

The Jade Emperor may be criticized but never insulted.

As a guardian of the Southern Heavenly Gate, if the Old Dragon King dared to act against them, the Jade Emperor would not hesitate to replace the Four Seas Dragon Kings.

There are only four Four Seas Dragon Kings, but many river and well dragon kings across the world.

Anyone can become a Four Seas Dragon King, after all.

Any dragon can summon clouds and rain, and if needed, Thunder Deities can help out.

With this in mind, the Old Dragon King must have some matter requiring their assistance; otherwise, why go to such lengths?

There are countless Heavenly Soldiers and Generals in the heavens. If the Old Dragon King treated them all this way, he might empty his entire palace and still not host them all.

While chatting with the generals, the Old Dragon King ordered the pearl maidens and clam spirits to serve the fine wine and delicacies.

Soon, the Heavenly Soldiers and Generals were feasting joyfully.

Jiang Wang sat quietly at the table, nibbling casually on some dishes while observing the Old Dragon King conversing with the generals nearby.

He noticed nothing unusual about the Old Dragon King.

Just as he was about to lower his guard and enjoy the feast, a clear voice suddenly sounded in his ear.

“Does the Dragon Palace’s fine wine and delicacies not suit your taste, Heavenly Soldier?” a young girl’s bright voice whispered.

Jiang Wang’s expression remained unchanged.

Was this a transmitted voice?

Who else but the dragon’s descendants would dare transmit openly within the Dragon Palace?

Though the Dragon Palace’s strength was not as great as in its prime, commanding the Four Seas and subjecting myriad races, it was not a place for petty intruders.

“Who are you?” Jiang Wang replied silently.

“Are you wondering why my father is so hospitable to you?” The voice immediately revealed her identity.

Jiang Wang hurriedly responded, “So you are the Dragon Maiden. Forgive my disrespect. I am Jiang Wang, a humble Heavenly Soldier guarding the Southern Heavenly Gate of the Heavenly Court. If I have offended you, please forgive me.”

He bowed low.

Although the Dragon Palace is weaker compared to the Heavenly Court, the dragon descendants hold much higher status than ordinary soldiers.

If he earned the resentment of a petty Dragon Maiden, he might face great trouble later. Under the roof, one must bow regardless. Better to admit fault first.

“Hehe, no need to be so nervous!” the voice continued. “My name is Yan Cai. Don’t call me Dragon Maiden. I have a question: among all the Heavenly Soldiers, only you have been watching my father and that general all along. Have you noticed anything?”

Dragon Maiden Yan Cai?

Jiang Wang was momentarily taken aback.

Before he could respond, Yan Cai added, “Oh, my father has noticed I’m back. I must run now. Until we meet again.”

Jiang Wang was left speechless.

This Dragon Maiden Yan Cai truly had a mischievous personality.

Wait...

Something felt off.

Isn’t Yan Cai the niece of the East Sea Dragon King? Why would she call the Dragon King her father?

Before Jiang Wang could ponder further, just as Yan Cai’s voice faded, the Old Dragon King stood up and addressed the Heavenly Soldiers:

“Honored soldiers, I have an ungracious request!”

The general’s expression shifted slightly.

The soldiers ceased their movements.

After becoming immortals, the greatest taboo is creating karmic entanglements.

Countless names were added to the Investiture of the Gods because of such karma in the past.

Seeing their reactions, the Old Dragon King smiled wryly:

“I wish to ask all of you to help me capture my wayward daughter.”