424: Huang Yaoshi in a frenzy

"What? You broke through? What Realm are you in now? What Realm is above the Earth Immortal Realm?" Huang Rong stared at Duan Zhengchun in shock, firing off a series of questions.

"I did indeed break through. Now, I have transcended the category of a Martial Artist. To be precise, I have embarked on a path different from that of a Martial Artist."

"You can call it Cultivation of Truth, or Cultivating Immortality; either is fine."

"Taking this step can be considered crossing the threshold into Cultivating Immortality," Duan Zhengchun said.

"I can understand Cultivating Immortality, but what is Cultivation of Truth?" Huang Rong looked at Duan Zhengchun with confusion.

"To be precise, what I am doing now is Cultivation of Truth. Cultivating Immortality is a higher level of existence compared to Cultivation of Truth."

"After stepping into Cultivation of Truth, one can utilize more of the power of heaven and earth. Beyond Flying Through the Air, one can also fly on a sword."

"It's faster than Flying Through the Air and consumes less energy."

"Most importantly, one can forge Magical Artifacts. With a Magical Artifact, one can take a person's head from a thousand miles away," Duan Zhengchun said with a smile.

Listening to Duan Zhengchun's explanation, Huang Rong was completely stunned.

Taking a head from a thousand miles away—such a method was indeed impossible for a Master of the Earth Immortal Realm.

Magical Artifacts—this was the first time she had ever heard of such a thing.

While Duan Zhengchun was undergoing Foundation Establishment here, in the Great Ming, Beggar Clan Leader had already been waiting for seven days, yet there was still no news of Duan Zhengchun.

Tomorrow night was the duel between West Gate Blowing Snow and Night Solitary City. With Duan Zhengchun still not appearing at this point, it was unclear if he would make it in time.

"What's going on? He promised to come. Could something have delayed him?" Beggar Clan Leader drank alone in the tavern, feeling gloomy.

To be honest, ever since drinking the Spirit Wine, the wine he drank now was as difficult to swallow as dishwater.

Suddenly, Beggar Clan Leader felt a murderous intent lock onto him. Instantly, his expression changed, and he sharply turned to look in the direction from which the killing intent emanated.

When he saw the newcomer, Beggar Clan Leader was immediately taken aback.

"Huh? Evil Old Man Huang, why are you here? Wait, where are Prince Duan and Girl Rong? Why haven't they come?" Beggar Clan Leader excitedly approached Evil Old Man Huang.

Evil Old Man Huang did not show the smile of an old friend meeting. Instead, he looked coldly at Beggar Clan Leader.

"Where is that kid surnamed Duan? Where is he?" Evil Old Man Huang asked coldly.

This left Beggar Clan Leader completely bewildered.

What was the meaning of this? Wasn't Prince Duan with you? You suddenly show up here and ask me where he is—how should I know?

"Hold on, Evil Old Man Huang, are you alright? Prince Duan was with you. Why are you asking me?" Beggar Clan Leader looked at Evil Old Man Huang with suspicion.

Upon hearing Beggar Clan Leader's words, Evil Old Man Huang's expression grew even darker.

"What did you say? That bastard isn't with you? Where did he go?" Evil Old Man Huang roared angrily.

"Damn, Evil Old Man Huang, you old codger, what's the situation? Why are you losing your temper for no reason?" Beggar Clan Leader frowned, displeased as he looked at Evil Old Man Huang.

"Cut the nonsense. I'm asking you, where is that bastard Duan Zhengchun?" Evil Old Man Huang screamed hysterically at Beggar Clan Leader.

Everyone had been watching the commotion, but when they heard the name Duan Zhengchun, the surroundings instantly fell silent.

One by one, they looked in surprise at the seemingly crazed Evil Old Man Huang. Soon, everyone's expressions turned gossipy.

"Damn, this is a big scoop—a big scoop about Prince Duan."

"Evil Old Man Huang? Could this be the Eastern Heretic Huang Yaoshi, one of the Five Greats of the Great Song?"

"Then the beggar beside him must be the Northern Beggar, Hong Qi, right?"

"What's wrong with these two? Weren't they always on good terms? Why are they arguing here today?"

"Listening to this, it seems to be related to Prince Duan. I wonder if it's true."

"Oh? Related to Prince Duan? Quick, tell us, what exactly is going on?"

"That's unclear, but based on my years of experience gossiping, it's likely related to a woman."

"I heard that Evil Old Man Huang has a beautiful and clever daughter. Looking at his murderous expression, could it be that Prince Duan wronged Evil Old Man Huang's daughter, and that's why he's frantically seeking to settle the score?"

"Damn, this scoop is a bit big, but it's thrilling."

"Haha... This is the first time I've heard gossip about Prince Duan's love life. Thrilling, truly thrilling."

Beggar Clan Leader also realized something was amiss. Duan Zhengchun's reputation was too prominent now; any news related to him was bound to attract attention.

At this moment, if Evil Old Man Huang's words here were to spread, it would truly lead to a major incident.

"Hold on, Evil Old Man Huang, what are you doing? Don't talk nonsense. Come on, this isn't the place to talk." Beggar Clan Leader stepped forward, trying to pull Evil Old Man Huang away.

However, Evil Old Man Huang showed no intention of moving. Beggar Clan Leader pulled with force, but Evil Old Man Huang remained motionless.

At this point, Beggar Clan Leader finally noticed something was off.

"Damn, Evil Old Man Huang, did you break through?" Beggar Clan Leader looked at Evil Old Man Huang in surprise.

"Stop changing the subject. Tell me, where exactly is that kid surnamed Duan?" Evil Old Man Huang glared at Beggar Clan Leader with a dark, gritted-teeth expression.

"What the hell is wrong with you, old codger? I've been waiting for you all this time. The prince said we'd come together. How could he possibly come alone?" Beggar Clan Leader looked at Evil Old Man Huang, puzzled.

"Damn it, that bastard must have returned to the Kingdom," Evil Old Man Huang said through clenched teeth, his face filled with fury.

Beggar Clan Leader was even more confused, unsure of what exactly had happened.

"Hong Qi, you watched Ronger grow up."

"She's like your own daughter. Now that she's been wronged, as an elder, shouldn't you do something?" Evil Old Man Huang looked at Beggar Clan Leader with a dark expression.

"Hold on, Evil Old Man Huang, isn't that obvious? Ronger is even dearer than my own daughter. If she were wronged, this Old Beggar would naturally not stand by and do nothing."

"Shouldn't you first explain clearly what happened? What exactly is going on?"

"Where are the prince and Girl Rong? Where did they go? Why did you come alone?" Beggar Clan Leader asked, frowning.

Evil Old Man Huang took a deep breath and finally recounted the whole incident.

After hearing it, Beggar Clan Leader looked at Evil Old Man Huang with a strange expression. Everyone said this guy was clever, so how could he do something so foolish today?

Evil Old Man Huang felt a bit unnerved by Beggar Clan Leader's gaze. What did that look mean? It felt like he was being insulted.

"Why are you looking at me like that?" Evil Old Man Huang frowned.

"I thought you were usually quite smart. How could you make such a muddleheaded mistake?"

"Indeed, the prejudice in one's heart is like a towering mountain."

"You've looked down on the prince from the start, so you'd never miss any opportunity to smear and deny him."

"Even something fabricated out of thin air, you can bring it up to make a fuss."

"If the prince were that kind of person, would he have helped you improve your strength? Would he have helped your daughter improve hers?"

"Moreover, taking a step back, even if the prince really did scum your daughter, you wouldn't be at a loss."

"And besides, his playboy days were in the past. Nowadays, has any woman by his side ever been abandoned?"