Chapter 758

“The famed entrance isn’t at the bottom of this lake? Have we all been fooled?”

One of the experts emitted a terrifying pressure, causing those around him to grow silent .

This man was a Divine Soul Realm expert with an eight-step soul ladder, the strongest of the lot . Around him, no one dared to make any comments, remaining quiet .

However, many of them were dumbfounded . This was where the pillar of light originated from, yet the entrance was nowhere to be found .

Where could the entrance be?

The crowd stared at each other awkwardly . These experts each came from their respective Holy Lands, and there were also some that came from other major powers . The news that the Valley of Gluttony’s inheritance was open had already spread across the entire Hidden Dragon Continent, so countless major powers had sent their powerful individuals here on a quest to get that inheritance .

Mu Cheng and Liu Jiali stood on a tree branch, frowning suspiciously . Looking into each others’ eyes, all they could see was shock .

“What if the inheritance entrance was there?” Mu Cheng suggested, as though something had come up in her mind . Her enchanting smile revealed a slight trace of agitation .

Liu Jiali’s emotionless face also unveiled a grave look as he nodded slightly .

Both of them descended from the tree . Unnoticed, they dashed away, disappearing into the distance .

…

Road of Gluttony’s pathway

Wenren Shang swigged a mouthful of wine from a bamboo flask, the thick alcoholic fragrance diffusing out incessantly .

“The entrance to the inheritance… No one would have thought that this dull-looking road was the entrance to the Valley of Gluttony’s inheritance all along . ” Wenren Shang gulped down another mouthful of alcohol and sauntered forward, making his way into the entrance .

Not long after, a mysterious figure slowly walked over .

The figure removed his clothes, revealing a pearl-white chest . His eyes beamed as he looked at the glowing spot on the star compass in his hands .

“I’ve finally found it after looking for more than half a day . This valley is huge . It even caused this prince to lose his way…”

Mo Liuji rubbed his nose, his mouth twitching it he revealed a grin . He then began to stride toward the entrance .

…

A finger steadily flicked upon Yan Yu’s forehead .

Yan Yu instantly felt as though his head was about the burst open, instinctively staggering backward .

The Nether King didn’t stop after that, he retracted his finger and gave out another flick . This continued more than ten times, causing Yan Yu to feel as if he had become mentally retarded .

The Nether King then retracted his finger one last time, giving Yan Yu a final flick .

Boom .

Yan Yu’s body was flung away, landing on the ground . He laid there motionless, profusely coughing out blood . His face was devoid of any expression .

A lump as thick and big as a bun appeared on his forehead . He was as good as dead, having nothing to live for .

Alas, only he was capable of coughing out blood from being flicked on the forehead…

The Nether King swung his wrist, grinning . To be able to survive his constant flicking, this brat’s forehead must’ve been pretty solid .

He felt somewhat regretful for failing to satisfy this young man’s peculiar fetish .

Swoosh…

From a distance, the golden gates of the Gluttony God’s Palace widened .

Bu Fang exited the palace gracefully, as though nothing had befallen him . He donned the Vermilion Robe, a bandage wrapped around his right arm .

The Nether King spotted Bu Fang the moment he appeared . The former’s eyes lit, appearing in front of Bu Fang in a single step .

Whitey’s eyes glowed as it also made its way toward Bu Fang . The puppet looked a whole lot more tranquil, devoid of any savagery and violence it had previously .

“Old Bu…” Nether King Er Ha mumbled, looking as though he wanted to say something .

However, Bu Fang raised his hands and stopped the Nether King .

Bu Fang turned his gaze towards the distant Yu Yan and Chu Changsheng, who was still restrained by lightning . He stared on, expressionless . Sweeping up his sleeves, Bu Fang made his way toward the next remote hall of the Gluttony God’s Palace .

Bu Fang pushed open the gates and stepped into the palace . Soon after, the palace’s gates closed shut .

Nether King Er Ha and Whitey stared awkwardly at each other, clueless about what Bu Fang was planning to do .

After a long wait, Bu Fang slowly exited from the Recipe Hall and made his way to the next one .

Just as Bu Fang had suspected, going through all these halls was fundamental in obtaining the inheritance . However, Xiao Ya was of the Valley Master’s bloodline, so she had the privilege to directly bypass all these foundations .

Even though it had been somewhat a hassle, Bu Fang didn’t mind at all . He had much to gain passing through all these different halls .

For example, he had acquired the spirits of several famous knives from the Knife Skill Hall, of which he had fed to his Dragon Bone Kitchen Knife . This enabled Bu Fang to further enhance his connection with the Dragon Bone Kitchen Knife .

Bu Fang even had a vague feeling that he should be able to proceed with his advancement towards the Divine Soul Realm…

Regardless, Bu Fang had given up on that thought after a series of considerations . His instincts were telling him that the time was not right yet, and that he should wait a while longer .

Hall after hall, Bu Fang unceasingly cleared every trial and tribulation he faced . He had attained the famous knives from the Knife Skill Hall and obtained the world-renowned dish menu from the Recipe Hall .

After entering all five halls, Bu Fang felt as though he had been slightly enlightened as a whole .

At least he had still gotten a number of perks .

Rumble!

Just as Bu Fang completed his trial, an entrance-like structure suddenly appeared in the middle of the palace . The entrance was a whirling hole that contained a series of stairs, extending deep down into the palace .

Bu Fang peered toward the Nether King, then continued to walk as he disappeared into the dark abyss within the swirling stairs .

The Nether King contemplated for a while as Bu Fang’s figure slowly disappeared . For the sake of his Spicy Strips, he gritted his teeth and followed along .

Rumble!

The hole had been sealed up once again .

Only Saintess Zi Yun, Whitey, Chu Changsheng, who was howling miserably, and the retarded Yan Yu were left in the palace .

…

A considerable amount of footsteps were heard nearing as a crowd arrived towards the palace .

Wenren Shang sipped his wine as he wobbled in .

Behind him stood the robust and bare-chested Mo Liuji .

Soon after, Mu Cheng and Liu Jiali also arrived at the scene .

Trembling, they had chills down their spines the moment they saw the golden palace standing before them .

Who would have thought… that the inheritance had always been within the Road of Gluttony?

All of them had eyes gleaming with unbridled greed . Without a tinge of hesitation, they charged into the palace .

However, they soon emerged, their faces revealing a mix of melancholy and rage .

The trials within the palaces could no longer be attempted!

Only ruins of decimated kitchen knives were seen as they entered the Knife Skill Hall . Similarly, only remains of the godly recipe were strewn all around the place when they entered the Recipe Hall .

Mu Cheng and the others were enraged .

After all the toil they went through to pinpoint the location of the inheritance, they were not even given the chance to try and attain it .

Who the hell did this?

Mu Cheng and the others were bubbling with resentment!

…

“Big Brother, you came so late!”

Bu Fang descended down the spiraling stairs . As his foot landed on the dark floor of the basement, Xiao Ya’s voice resonated throughout the area .

“Xiao Ya had already completed retrieving her inheritance…” Xiao Ya’s pouting voice once again echoed throughout the room .

In the next moment, a flash obscured Bu Fang’s vision as rays of light ascended from the ground, radiating with dazzling brilliance!

The entire basement had become completely illuminated!

Bu Fang took a breath as he took in his surroundings . He had realized that this had been an empty room all along . Terraced steps came into view, and on each step stood two hearths . A masked figure standing beside it .

There were nine steps in total . On the ninth step, Xiao Ya and Flowery were sitting atop a chair as they swung their white and chubby legs about .

Xiao Ya initially didn’t have anything above her brows . However, there was now a green gem embedded firmly into the center of her forehead . Subtle waves of energy rippled out from the gem .

Was this green gem the inheritance that Xiao Ya had attained?

“Hmph . That thing is called a Memory Inheritance Crystal, and the so-called inheritance is all hidden within the gem . As the little girl grows older, the inheritance within the gem will dissolve and merge itself into her mind, perfectly blending together with her . ” Nether King Er Ha fondled his chin as he explained to Bu Fang .

He was still the Nether King, and it was expected of him to have such knowledge .

“However, it is still a mystery to us whether or not this Inheritance Crystal will be a blessing or curse for that little girl… Possession of such power is a double-edged sword,” said Nether King Er Ha . He then smacked his lips before adding, “Owner Bu, give His Highness three Spicy Strips, and I will keep this girl under my protection for a day . What do you say?”

He crept to Bu Fang’s side as he suggested that .

Bu Fang gave him a sidelong glance as he raised his black-and-white bandaged arm, pointing at Flowery . ” Look at the horned girl beside her…”

The Nether King was astonished as he glanced over . He then immediately inhaled a mouthful of cold air and commented, “Seven-colored Sky Devouring Python? Oh my god!”

“With that brat here, do you still want your Spicy Strips?” Bu Fang chuckled .

“You stupid kid… Naughty! Let’s not mention that this girl has still not matured . Even if she had grown up, His Highness could still fight one on one . ” The Nether King snarled while his nostrils expanded considerably .

Bu Fang pursed his lips and paid no heed to the Nether King . He took a step forward and made his way toward the terraced steps .

As he took the first step up, Bu Fang instantly felt a gush of giddiness tackling his mind .

The next moment, his surroundings had vanished like a mirage . The Nether King had vanished as well, along with Xiao Ya and Flowery .

In front of him, only the empty space and the two hearths remained . Above them, a metal-masked figure stood, scrutinizing him carefully and coldly .

What’s going on?

Bu Fang trembled as he frowned .

“If you want this Valley Master’s inheritance, you will have to prove your worth and talent on the Nine Steps of Culinary Arts . On each step, there will be a competition pertaining to a single dish . You will have to emerge victorious throughout . Only then will you be qualified to receive this Valley Master’s inheritance…”

Rumble!

The deafening voice echoed from the heavens as a vague gargantuan figure appeared above .

Bu Fang knitted his brows into a frown and stared coldly at the towering figure . He then let out a soft sigh .

As the saying goes, actions speak louder than words, and Bu Fang preferred using his actions to speak .

A greenish smoke engulfed his arms as the Dragon Bone Kitchen Knife appeared in his grip .

Buzz…

A profound yet illuminating glow suddenly burst forth with awe and radiance from the masked man’s eyes, sending a dazzling aura gushing forth into the heavens!

Meanwhile, the Nether King himself was met with a similar situation .

However, instead of remaining expressionless like Bu Fang, the Nether King ran his fingers through his silky black hair as he let out a peal of crazed laughter .

It was finally time for this king to show his true skills!