Supreme Emptiness

The Thousand-Pound Princess.

Jiang Fan remembered her deeply.

He discreetly stepped back behind the crowd to avoid being spotted by her.

The disciples of Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion curiously looked toward the hall's entrance.

Though the pavilion bordered the South Sea, there had been little interaction with the South Sea Demon Clan.

It had been at least a hundred years since the South Sea Demon Clan last visited the continent.

For the current generation of Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion disciples, none had ever seen sea demons.

The scent of the sea grew heavier by the moment.

Two groups of sea demons entered the hall, one after the other.

In the lead were the South Sea Demon Clan.

Compared to humans, their figures were half a head shorter, their piercing eyes making them appear compact and nimble.

They carried a carriage adorned with corals and agates.

Inside sat a graceful young beauty with a colorful patch of fish scales covering her forehead.

Appearing around twenty years old, she faintly exuded the aura of Ninth Layer of Core Formation Perfection.

She was the South Sea Princess.

When the carriage stopped, a servant lifted its curtain, and she gracefully bent her waist and stepped out.

A face so delicate and flawless, as though carved by a masterful artisan, elicited gasps of admiration.

Most people's impression of the sea demon clan was that of strange and grotesque creatures.

Finding one that even remotely resembled a human was rare.

No one had expected the South Sea Princess to be this beautiful.

At this moment.

Liang Feiyan squeezed his way over, winking and making faces. "Junior Brother Jiang."

"Do you think I stand a chance to become the sea demon clan's Prince Consort?"

Jiang Fan glanced at him and replied, speechless:

"For this South Sea Princess, your chances are slim."

"As for that East Sea Third Princess…"

"Live well, why rush to seek death?"

Liang Feiyan looked puzzled.

The East Sea Third Princess sounded pretty awful, didn't she?

Curious, he glanced at the group of demons trailing behind.

He saw that they were a group of visibly larger and bulkier East Sea Demon Clan members carrying a massive seashell.

Inside reclined a stunning beauty with a graceful figure, long jade-like legs, and an alluring form.

She wore a flowing pink gown, her jet-black hair cascading loosely, with a coral hairpin tucked near her ear.

Her skin was as fair as white jade.

Her dazzlingly beautiful face shimmered under the sunlight.

Liang Feiyan was dumbstruck:

"Junior Brother Jiang, this… this East Sea Third Princess… she's a divine beauty, isn't she?"

"Are you trying to dampen my hopes because you're jealous of my luck?"

No response came from Jiang Fan.

Turning his head, Liang Feiyan saw Jiang Fan frowning deeply, staring fixedly at this East Sea Third Princess.

"What's wrong with you?"

Liang Feiyan asked in confusion.

Jiang Fan replied in a grave tone, "Stay away from her."

"This East Sea Third Princess… something's off."

The real East Sea Third Princess—Jiang Fan knew her so well he could recognize her even if she were reduced to ashes.

Such a giant figure, there'd even be a mountain of ashes left behind.

How could it possibly be this ethereal beauty before him?

"South Sea Princess Xuezhen, sent by the South Sea Demon Emperor to greet the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master."

"East Sea Third Princess Coral, sent by the East Sea Demon Emperor to greet the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master."

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master felt astonished.

Since the South Sea and East Sea Demon Emperors had refused to take action against the Hell Beasts, why were they sending royal princesses to visit?

His eyes flashed slightly, and he greeted warmly, "Honored guests of the sea demon clans, there's no need for formalities."

"Please follow me to the guest hall."

However, the East Sea Third Princess suddenly gave the disciples of Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion a meaningful glance and said:

"Pavilion Master, I'd like to ask about someone?"

Uh—

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master raised an eyebrow slightly.

This line—it sounded all too familiar.

First Gu Xiner, then Dharma Seal Vajra.

And now, the East Sea Third Princess.

When did the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion become a place for tracking people?

He probed, "Whom would you like to find?"

The East Sea Third Princess parted her alluring red lips and enunciated clearly, "Jiang Fan!"

It really was him!

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master's eye twitched.

What had Jiang Fan done among the demons?

The Jiangshan First-class Building was looking for him, the White Horse Temple was also searching for him, and now even the East Sea Demon Clan was involved!

"Is Jiang Fan here?"

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master looked around the room.

From the back of the crowd, a nasal reply came:

"Jiang Fan is not here."

However.

Jiang Fan had just been the center of attention; everyone knew who he was.

There was no way he could hide.

The crowd parted, revealing Jiang Fan crouched on the ground, pinching his nose while responding.

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master paused for a moment before lightly reprimanding, "Show some respect!"

"Come forward!"

Jiang Fan had no choice but to step forward with resignation.

He cupped his hands and said, "Greetings to Princess of South Sea."

"Greetings to…"

He gazed at the stunning, high-born beauty dressed in pink, his eyes filled with vigilance.

After deliberating, he chose to inform the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master.

The pavilion master had been the one who rescued him from the demon clan.

He had also arranged for Xu Youran, Liu Qingxian, and Chen Silin's safety.

Now, aware that the East Sea Third Princess was a counterfeit and could pose a threat to the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master, how could he not report the truth?

"Pavilion Master."

Jiang Fan leaned closer to the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master and whispered:

"Be cautious."

"The East Sea Third Princess is an imposter."

"I've seen the real one; she is nothing like the person before us."

What?

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master's heart jolted.

He immediately trained his eyes, faintly swirling with Thunder Arcs, on the East Sea Third Princess.

But before he could voice his suspicions.

The East Sea Third Princess calmly opened her palm.

A faint golden scale briefly flashed within her hand.

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master's pupils contracted.

The golden scale in her palm was a unique mark of the East Sea Pearl Demon Emperor.

If she were the East Sea Pearl Demon Emperor.

Then the South Sea Princess must be…

The latter blinked at the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master, revealing emerald green pupils.

The unique Jade Spirit Eyes of the South Sea Demon Emperor!

He immediately understood.

The East Sea and South Sea Demon Emperors hadn't refused to come to the continent.

Rather, they had their reasons for not openly venturing forth.

Thus, under the guise of their daughters, they discreetly made their way here!

Feeling both thrilled and apprehensive, he adjusted his tone and bowed, "East Sea Demon…"

Quickly, he corrected himself.

"East Sea Demon Clan Princess, South Sea Demon Clan Princess."

"This is not the place for discussion, please follow me to the main hall."

The Pearl Demon Emperor gave Jiang Fan a glance and said, "Summon Young Master Jiang as well."

"I have matters to discuss with him."

The Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master was inwardly surprised.

What had Jiang Fan done to leave such an impression on the East Sea Demon Emperor?

This was a woman who commanded the vast East Sea and was notoriously proud.

He nodded, "Jiang Fan, come along."

Uh—

What was going on?

Jiang Fan was bewildered.

He had clearly stated that the East Sea Third Princess was a fake, yet the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master not only ignored it but warmly welcomed them?

Could it be that the pavilion master knew her true identity?

And believed she posed no danger?

He shrugged slightly and decided not to overthink.

After all, he had already disclosed the truth to the pavilion master.

If the pavilion master chose to act oblivious, he must have his own reasons.

Still.

What did this fake East Sea Third Princess want with him?

Considering they were in the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion.

With the pavilion master present.

His uneasy heart settled slightly.

Could she really harm him?

If the fake Third Princess dared make any bold moves.

The pavilion master could easily strike her down with a single slap.