Chapter 766: Chapter 21: Celestial Palace Launch Platform
"Is that Huo Dou?"
They stared in shock at the black hound walking on air.
Bi Xiao’s remark was the thought on most people’s minds aboard the ship.
The people present came from all corners of the land and were not strangers to Huo Dou.
But no matter the breed, none had ever witnessed such an astonishing display as this one.
Especially its ability to walk on flames, a feat touching upon the realm of the Gods.
"Could this Huo Dou be a descendant of a God?"
This was the comment from an experienced merchant, which was met with astonished glances from those around.
Realizing his slip, the merchant quickly held his tongue.
Indeed, Gods might conceive offspring with mortals, but only with those possessing exceptional intelligence and talent.
Even should a unique, intelligent Huo Dou emerge from their ranks,
it is impossible for such a demigod to be tamed as a mere hound.
"That’s not for certain!"
"Don’t forget we’re in the land of the Three-Eyed Race, who can even tame Evil Gods."
Bi Xiao thought of Zhao Gongming, encountered earlier at Long Bo Plaza, when saying this.
"That’s different."
"The Mountain People share Primordial Qi, even life itself, to forge a unique bond with the Gods, thus accessing their power."
At this point, an aged man with a weathered face took over the conversation.
"To most Gods, forming a symbiotic relationship with the Mountain People is a form of imprisonment."
"Likewise, the Mountain People prefer not to tame Evil Gods through captivity."
"Nobody wants a potential explosive inside them, especially in these times."
The old man paused and looked around, then continued.
"Moreover, ’Three-Eyed Race’ is what outsiders call the Mountain People, a name they dislike."
"They pride themselves as ’Children of the Mountains,’ preferring to be called ’Mountain People’ by outsiders."
With a gentle blink of her eyes, Qiong Xiao curiously asked the old man,
"You know so much, are you also a Mountain Person?"
Smiling, the old man shook his head and continued,
"Of course not, I simply have a modest understanding of the Mountain People."
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Flying Heaven Stronghold, Celestial Palace Launch Platform.
This is the highest peak of the Flying Heaven Stronghold, indeed of the entire Hundred Lands Mountain Range.
Its height greatly surpasses Feilai Peak in Yunmeng Marsh, reaching thousands of meters, piercing the skies like a heavenly pillar.
Crucially, this Celestial Palace Launch Platform isn’t a natural peak but an artificial marvel constructed by the Mountain People using dozens of Mountain Moving Warriors.
Not only its immense height defies normal perception, but its shape is also uniquely unconventional.
In contrast to typical mountains,
this peak forms a gigantic inverted triangle.
The closer it gets to the ground, the finer its supporting point becomes.
While high above the clouds, the entire mountain transforms into a vast flat surface.
Yes, the summit forms a platform spanning thousands of kilometers, smooth as a mirror.
This isn’t a metaphor but a factual description.
The roads in the Hundred Lands Mountain Range, paved with concrete and Xirang, already appear flat and tidy.
Yet, this enormous platform is laid with steel and obsidian, its surface reflecting sunlight back into the sky.
At the center of this immense platform,
a complex fusion of array and mechanical structure forms the core supporting the whole mountain.
In all directions, various Bronze Beasts run along tracks or roads.
No longer resembling beasts, they now resemble steam engines with purely mechanical structures.
It’s not just in appearance; they’ve been modified internally with mechanical and electrical technologies.
As a result, these Bronze Beasts seem like living machines.
You see them hauling all kinds of materials, aiding the Mountain People in establishing semi-automated factories across the platform.
"That old geezer Wu Xian is here again."
Standing by the control center’s miniature model, Wu Zhen muttered despondently under his breath.
This miniature model was created through mechanical technology.
Not only does it display the real-time status of the Celestial Palace Launch Platform clearly,
Wu Zhen can also operate the launch platform according to his wishes by manipulating these models.
"Uh, should we revoke his access then?"
Carefully monitoring Wu Zhen’s expression, the assistant asked in a hushed voice.
On most "navigation maps," this Celestial Palace Launch Platform is undoubtedly a forbidden zone; entering triggers warnings from the celestial satellites.
But Wu Xian is an exception; Wu Zhen has granted him the right to freely enter and exit Flying Heaven Stronghold.
"No need, do you think you can stop him if he really wants to come?"
With a flick of his eyes, Wu Zhen released another exasperated curse.
"That old geezer is a ’Divine Witch,’ practically like my master in terms of seniority."
"You’ve never seen him acting shamelessly, but I certainly have."
"Rather than let him act his age, granting him access lets us know what he’s doing immediately."
After a pause, Wu Zhen turned to sternly instruct the assistant.
"You’re the next Witch of Flying Heaven Stronghold, yet your cultivation aptitude isn’t high."
"Hence, instead of relying on power, you must learn to use your wisdom."
"For instance, with people like him whose power far exceeds your own, you shouldn’t confront them head-on but find and exploit their weaknesses."
The assistant nodded in sudden realization and then curiously asked,
"Is that old man’s weakness his vanity?"
Wu Zhen slapped the assistant’s head and retorted in annoyance,
"How many old monsters do you know that are truly vain?"
"Wu Xian’s weakness is his fear of trouble, especially anything involving Great Xia."
"As long as the Tao Ancestor is around, Wu Xian has to follow the rules here; at most, he can only be a bit shameless or act like an old man."
Taking a deep breath, a trace of helplessness flashed in Wu Zhen’s eyes.
"I guess he’s here for the ’Gouchen Celestial Palace’ this time..."
"The commotion from ’Gouchen Celestial Palace’ is far too great. That old geezer’s patience quite surprised me this time."
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