It was not surprising that Bai Yulin and Black Shadow Flower chose to leave Ye Huan, as they were ultimately transformed from Tenth-Level Beasts, and it was quite normal for them to struggle with human life. However, the situation was different for the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon. As a Hua Xia Guardian Beast hatched from Ye Huan's blood, Ye Huan had always believed that the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon would never voluntarily leave him. Yet, judging by the current circumstances, it seemed that this time, the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon was indeed taking the lead.
Ye Huan stared in astonishment at the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon, examining it from head to tail. Although he felt somewhat uncomfortable about the dragon's intention to leave, he patiently asked, "Golden Dragon, are you saying that you all want to leave?"
"Yes, it's been over three months since we arrived here. I thought it might be nice to go out for a walk. Since Bai Yulin and the others plan to leave Dragon Hall, it would be better to travel together for mutual support."
The Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon spoke directly, revealing its thoughts without any hesitation. However, to Ye Huan's ears, it sounded like mere formalities in front of outsiders.
Wanting to discuss things further with the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon but feeling constrained by Bai Yulin and Black Shadow Flower's presence, Ye Huan hesitated before fabricating a reason. "Alright, since you want to go, I won't stop you. But there's one thing I hope you can help me with."
"What is it?"
The dragon's bulbous eyes focused on Ye Huan, seemingly having seen through his intentions. It added, "Let's talk outside."
"Okay."
Nodding in agreement, Ye Huan quickly led the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon to a room next to the Main Hall of Dragon Hall Headquarters. Once they confirmed that no one else was following them, Ye Huan eagerly asked, "Golden Dragon, why do you want to leave Dragon Hall? Don't tell me your real intention is just to go out for leisure."
"Of course not. This time I'm planning to head towards Eastern State."
"Eastern State? What are you going there for?"
Upon hearing that the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon intended to go to Eastern State, Ye Huan's eyes nearly popped out of their sockets in shock. He hurriedly questioned the dragon; after all, it had been the guardian beast of Huaxia Nation for centuries. If it were to appear recklessly in Eastern Continent, it would undoubtedly attract countless cultivators' attention. Moreover, Beitang Mo had just been frightened away from Jiuzhou by Ye Huan; if he learned of the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon's presence, it would be hard for him not to take action against it. If anything went wrong, even if Ye Huan wanted to help, he would be powerless and unable to rush back to Eastern State in time.
"I know what you're worried about. Don't worry; I'm only going out this time to find an old friend. Plus, with Bai Yulin accompanying me, I believe I will reappear before you within three to five days."
Feeling Ye Huan's concern for his safety, the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon responded with a smile, but to Ye Huan, it sounded like another thunderclap.
Bai Yulin and Black Shadow Flower were also going.
According to the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon, with one Hua Xia Guardian Beast and two magical beasts, if this were in the Eastern State, it would surely attract a lot of attention. After all, just the two Tenth-Level Beasts would be far more valuable to a Cultivator than the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon, a Hua Xia Guardian Beast. If they didn't go, it would be fine, but now that they were going, Ye Huan felt even more uneasy.
Of course, Ye Huan knew that Bai Yulin and Black Shadow Flower were quite capable, but that was only in the Nine Provinces. Once they reached the Eastern State, not to mention high-level Cultivators, even an ordinary Nascent Soul Practitioner could easily handle both of them…
The more he thought about it, the more worried he became. When he contacted the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon about what old friends he was going to find, Ye Huan couldn't help but advise him, "I mean, Golden Dragon, you've lived for thousands of years. Even if you have some old friends, they should have passed away by now, right? Could it be that one of them is a Mother Dragon?"
"How did you know that…?"
Caught off guard by Ye Huan's insight into his thoughts, the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon showed a rare moment of shyness. If it weren't for his entire body glowing with brilliant gold light, one might think he was blushing. This scene left Ye Huan feeling once again that it was quite unbelievable.
The Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon also had an old flame…
After pondering for a moment, Ye Huan could understand why the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon wanted to go to the Eastern State. After all, they were both men. Moreover, speaking of the Mother Dragon, a figure flashed through Ye Huan's mind—Zhao Ziyu, the 'Mother Tyrannosaurus.'
'I wonder where Zhao Ziyu is now…'
Noticing that it had been an entire day without any sign of Zhao Ziyu, an instinct told Ye Huan that she was likely no longer in the Nine Provinces Continent. In this world, aside from the Nine Provinces, there was only one other place—the Eastern Continent.
'Should I also take a trip to the Eastern State?'
Thinking of the Four Halls being able to operate normally during his three months of unconsciousness, Ye Huan became interested in the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon's plan to head to the Eastern State instead of trying to stop it. He even suggested, "Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon, since you were hatched from my blood, why don't I join you on your trip to the Eastern State?"
"What do you want to do there?"
Watching Ye Huan warily, the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon felt suspicious. If it weren't for the fact that the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon was not human, he would truly wonder if Ye Huan intended to steal his 'old flame.' Even if that wasn't the case, he needed to see if Ye Huan had any ulterior motives.
"I also plan to find an old friend..."
Without any concealment, Ye Huan described to the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon the situation regarding Zhao Ziyu's disappearance, hoping to hear the dragon's opinion.
"Zhao Ziyu is missing? Really? It's been so long, and there's been no news of her returning to Tianyue City?"
The Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon's expression mirrored Ye Huan's initial reaction upon hearing about Zhao Ziyu's disappearance. He furrowed his brow deeply, puzzled by why Zhao Ziyu had vanished. However, just as Ye Huan had speculated, the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon also believed that Zhao Ziyu had likely gone to the Eastern Continent. Only there could she truly gain strength. Moreover, considering Zhao Ziyu's character and pride, it was reasonable to deduce that after failing to help Ye Huan during his crisis, seeking a master in the Eastern State would be her best choice.
Exchanging glances, both Ye Huan and the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon understood that neither could stop the other from going to the Eastern State. A true man would never allow his beloved woman to suffer even the slightest harm.
After a night of silence, early the next morning, Ye Huan and the Nine-Clawed Golden Dragon, along with their companions, quietly set off from the Dragon Hall Headquarters towards the Eastern State. Meanwhile, on the West Coast of the Eastern Continent, a crisis triggered by Ye Huan seemed to envelop the entire Yuxu Palace...
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