Chen Pingping looked too young, and his figure wasn't tall and upright; he had the appearance of a scholar, gentle and refined, yet his face was quite handsome.

Unfortunately, looks didn't matter here.

Having good looks alone wasn't enough! Strength was needed too!

Dugu Qingmei gazed at him with a resentful look, as if questioning him: "If you're not strong enough, shouldn't you refrain from making a move?"

Of course, she wasn't dissatisfied with Chen Pingping's heroics, but... the Dugu Family was really too powerful. Without some strength, rashly making a move would bring disaster upon oneself.

Just like the current situation.

A group of Dugu Family experts surrounded them, all exuding powerful aura fluctuations, with Sword Intent roaring within their bodies and their gazes sharp.

"This foolish boy." Someone muttered, "Wouldn't it be better to enjoy the show peacefully?"

"Something feels off!"

"What's off?" the person inquired.

Too quiet.

No!

Too calm.

Chen Pingping was as tranquil as an ancient well, with no signs of tension or unease; was this the attitude when facing an ancient family?

Suddenly…

He took a step forward, the breeze whistled, and he appeared right in front of Dugu Qingmei, grabbing her hand with a mysterious smile.

With a bang, the two vanished in place.

Everyone was dumbfounded.

What happened?

The group of Dugu Family experts was also stunned, watching there with wide eyes. Where were the two's silhouettes?

Where did they go?

They extended their Divine Senses, searching all around, yet... there was no trace, as if they had vanished into thin air.

Dugu Qingmei was also startled, her vision went dark, and when she opened her eyes, she found herself in another world.

Inside the Wind Cloud List.

In the past, Chen Pingping forged the Heaven Tao Divine Weapon in this space, depleting quite a bit.

But as time passed, it began to repair itself, and now, various Dharma Principles were gradually becoming complete.

Chen Pingping relied on it to traverse the sky covered by the Heaven Emperor Dharma Principle and reach this Ancient City.

Dugu Qingmei curiously surveyed this world, and then smiled sweetly, "A complete world, tsk tsk, you really are a mighty figure."

This sentence was somewhat insincere.

Mind you, just moments ago, her eyes were filled with resentment.

Chen Pingping smirked and said indifferently, "It was given to me by a senior."

"You're quite fortunate." She could only reply like this.

A complete small world had immense value.

Coming from an ancient family, she knew the value well, so… the senior Chen Pingping mentioned must have a close relationship with him.

Dugu Qingmei walked around and returned to Chen Pingping, smiling mischievously, "Why did you save me?"

Chen Pingping answered, "I was bored!"

Bored?

Just for this?

To offend the Dugu Family?

Dugu Qingmei shrugged, her smile still bright, "Young man, you're in big trouble."

Chen Pingping looked at her.

"The Dugu Family won't let me go, and of course, they won't let you go now, so… you only have one option, send me to the Nine Heavens." She spoke cunningly, with a hint of wisdom shining deep in her eyes.

Hehe!

This girl is truly clever.

Of course, deep inside, she remained highly wary of this guy who suddenly intervened before her.

But?

How could Chen Pingping return to where they came from after just entering here?

Moreover, he came for the Ancient City, and eventually, he would inevitably encounter people from the Dugu Family; so instead of waiting, why not approach earlier?

Besides, he was very curious about the causal link between the Sword of Immortality and the Immortality Realm.

Was the Dugu Family truly aiding the God to enter the human world?

And what role did this young princess of the Dugu Family play in this deal?

Seeing Chen Pingping remain silent for long, Dugu Qingmei huffed, "You don't want to?"

"It's too chaotic over there, I don't dare to go," Chen Pingping replied.

"Don't worry, my brother is over there; as long as we go, I'll definitely have my brother protect you," Dugu Qingmei said, patting her chest.

"Is your brother very powerful?" Chen Pingping asked.

"Of course."

"Has he achieved Tao Verification?"

"..."

"Is he the Heaven Emperor?"

Damn!

Does this guy even know how to chat?

Dugu Qingmei glared, her delicate face filled with anger. She wanted to draw her sword against him, but then she remembered this space belonged to Chen Pingping.

She gritted her teeth and held back.

Of course, Dugu Qingmei wasn't one to give up easily; her eyes rolled, and came up with another idea, she smiled mischievously, "Have you heard of the Wuji Sect?"

Chen Pingping: "..."

"It's the strongest sect on the Nine Heavens and Earth. It's said that the current Sect Master of the Wuji Sect has reached the pinnacle, approaching the Transforming Realm, and is about to compete for the Emperor Realm. Once this Sect Master successfully achieves Tao Verification, then... the Wuji Sect will rise to become the number one sect in the human world, so? Do you want to rely on the future Human Emperor?" Dugu Qingmei blinked.

"I'll tell you a secret; don't tell anyone." He glanced around as if wary of eavesdroppers.

But here, inside the small world, how could there be any outsiders?

Before Chen Pingping could respond, Dugu Qingmei continued, "My brother has a very good relationship with a lord from the Wuji Sect."

Chen Pingping was astonished: "Who?"

"Qingfeng lineage's Chen Pingping, haha... have you heard of him?" Dugu Qingmei laughed, "This guy is very powerful, you know! Of course, compared to my brother, he's still a bit lacking." Saying this, she showed a measuring finger.

Moreover, every time brother was mentioned, pride appeared on Dugu Qingmei's cheeks, as if it was almost written, "My brother is invincible."

Chen Pingping remained expressionless.

"My brother once taught Chen Pingping Sword Dao, and later he rose powerfully, astonishing the Nine Heavens and Earth, resisting the Divine Clan's invasion. Behind all this glory, my brother's contributions can't be overlooked!" Dugu Qingmei sighed.

"..."

"Young man, you must seize the opportunity." Saying this, she suddenly became grand, standing with her hands behind her back, like an elder advising a young junior.

You must seize the opportunity!

The opportunity is right before you, yes, it's me!

Isn't your heart moved?

However…

Having heard so much, Chen Pingping still showed no expression, even feeling like laughing.

Dugu Qingmei saw his lack of response and stomped her foot in frustration, scolding in anger, "You, you really are a block of unresponsive wood. Such a great opportunity is right before you, yet you show no reaction. It's driving me mad."

"The opportunity you speak of, the causal involvement is too great; I dare not touch it," Chen Pingping answered truthfully, "Besides… I can't traverse the Heaven Emperor Dharma Principle!"

Hmph!

Dugu Qingmei snorted coldly, turned her gaze away, and paid no further attention to this guy.

The scene became quiet, and the atmosphere gradually turned eerie.

Chen Pingping's eyes moved around as he touched his chin, momentarily unsure how to speak up, diving right into the topic seemed risky with this girl's possible reactive nature.

If he lingered too long…

Forget it, forget it!

Taking one step at a time.

First, understand the strength distribution in the Ancient City, what kind of level experts make up the alliance's high ranks, and the implication behind it, and so on.

"Never mind, send me out, and I'll go on my own." Dugu Qingmei said angrily.