Chapter 3145: I Won't Let Him Have His Way! Two Effects of the Dragon Phoenix Source Fruit...

After comprehending the function of the [Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit], Wang Teng finally grasped the full extent of True God Yao Feng’s calculation.

Yet he did not take it to heart.

Wanting to outmaneuver him?

With such a trivial matter?

That was truly laughable.

Even if True God Zhu Long defected because of this, it would not affect him in the slightest.

At worst, he would spend a hundred years in that Light Realm.

He had long considered going there and had no intention of refusing.

All the other powerful beings from the Light Universe had gone—how could he stay behind?

So it was better to agree first, then find a way to escape later.

He believed his own abilities would make escaping no great difficulty.

Wang Teng had at least three methods to extricate himself.

He was not overreaching—he had already attempted them before and held considerable confidence.

Even if, by some misfortune, he were forced to remain in the Light Realm for a century, he could still refine himself.

True God Yao Feng’s hope to slow his cultivation was nothing but a foolish dream.

Thus, Wang Teng’s expression remained utterly calm. He no longer glanced at True God Zhu Long.

If the latter chose to defect because of this, then so be it—such an ally was not worth keeping.

For Wang Teng, support from the Zhu Long Clan was merely optional, having little real impact.

From the beginning, he had never been on good terms with the warriors of the Zhu Long Clan.

Had they not approached him themselves, he would have ignored them completely.

Moreover, during the previous great battle, it was he who had done them a favor—not the other way around.

This distinction must be clear.

In truth, it was Wang Teng who held the initiative, not the Zhu Long Clan.

"Do not fall into Yao Feng’s trap!"

Chihuang True God hesitated briefly, then transmitted a warning to True God Zhu Long.

Whether or not he listened was up to the latter. He would only warn once.

Such matters were not for outsiders to meddle in.

The effect of the [Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit] on the Zhu Long Clan was beyond what mechanical beings could comprehend, so he could not truly empathize.

His reason for speaking now was simply to prevent True God Zhu Long from falling for Yao Feng’s scheme.

Ultimately, the choice rested solely with True God Zhu Long.

Zhu Long True God opened his mouth, as if to speak, but then closed it again.

He glanced at Wang Teng, a pang of shame stirring within.

Just moments ago, he had indeed been tempted—to obtain that [Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit] from Wang Teng.

But not through force. He had only wished to exchange it.

"Rest assured, I haven’t sunk to such depths,"

Zhu Long True God took a deep breath and transmitted back to Chihuang True God.

"Yao Feng wants to trick me? I’ll make sure he fails."

Hearing this, Chihuang True God instantly relaxed. He trusted Zhu Long True God’s character.

As one of the three major domain’s True Gods, they had interacted many times before, each knowing the other well.

Zhu Long True God was not the type to say one thing to your face and another behind your back.

Now that he had spoken thus, he would not easily go back on his word.

That was enough.

As for what came after, they could discuss it later.

He could see that Zhu Long True God was not about to give up the [Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit] easily.

But he could still acquire it from Wang Teng through other means.

…

"I didn’t expect True God Yao Feng to actually part with such a treasure to compensate Wang Teng—what the hell?"

"How much is that thing even worth?"

"It’s not about value—it’s something you can’t buy even if you had all the money in the universe!"

"What on earth is Yao Feng thinking?"

"What else could he be thinking? Haven’t you seen it clearly? He’s trying to drive a wedge between Zhu Long True God and Wang Teng."

"Damn! Shit! The more you think about it, the more terrifying it gets!"

"So underhanded!"

…

The immortal-level cultivators had yet to recover their composure, whispering among themselves.

But they communicated via mental transmission—no outsider could hear.

They were mainly wary of Yao Feng, lest he bear a grudge.

And some had already discerned Yao Feng’s scheme, gaining deeper insight into this True God’s vindictive nature.

To what degree must a person’s pettiness extend before they become so shameless?

Not even a moment of patience could they endure.

To scheme against Zhu Long True God and Wang Teng right in front of so many people—clearly, he had dropped all pretense.

If it were them, they’d likely have hesitated.

After all, countless immortal-level beings and True Gods were watching.

If word got out, who knew how it would be twisted?

Too horrifying.

The thought alone sent shivers down the spines of many present.

Indeed, Yao Feng was a ruthless man—no, he was a wolf in disguise!

When he turned cruel, he abandoned even his own reputation.

In fact, Yao Feng could have waited until no one knew, then struck Wang Teng.

That would have avoided so much trouble.

But He couldn't help himself—this kind of restraint was hard to believe, given that He was truly a divine being.

Of course, no one else had any idea what was going through the mind of True God Yaofeng.

No one knew His psyche had already shattered.

Shattered by Wang Teng.

At the same time.

Even the ten divine figures within the light beams fell silent.

Their gazes pierced through the luminous veil, fixed upon the streak of crimson and golden radiance, their eyes flashing with astonishment.

Even if they weren’t of the Dragon Clan, this *Dragon Phoenix Source Fruit* still held a certain allure for them.

For they well understood: the fruit’s power wasn’t limited to dragons or phoenixes alone.

To ordinary warriors, its effects were equally immense.

"Yaofeng, are you certain you wish to offer this as compensation?"

One of the true gods spoke slowly, his voice tinged with disbelief.

True God Yaofeng remained calm, replying softly, "I keep my word."

"Just a single Dragon Phoenix Source Fruit—given, it is given."

The others: ……

All fell into stunned silence.

Just a single *Dragon Phoenix Source Fruit*!

Who was it again who’d acted so miserly earlier, dragging out negotiations for ages before finally agreeing to compensate?

Now he speaks so lightly.

They didn’t believe Yaofeng would give in so easily.

There must be something else behind this.

Could it really just be an attempt to drive a wedge between Wang Teng and True God Zhulong?

Such a scheme might not even succeed.

If it failed, wouldn’t it mean losing both the fruit and the chance, all for nothing?

Honestly, if it were them, they might not have been willing to part with such a treasure.

This *Dragon Phoenix Source Fruit* was simply too valuable.

"Grandmaster Yaofeng, truly magnanimous!"

Wang Teng raised a thumb, praising loudly.

When the others saw that familiar thumb, every corner of their mouths twitched.

Well, well!

Was Wang Teng trying to "praise to death" True God Yaofeng with that thumb?

But why did it always feel so strangely off?

Who the hell praises a divine being with a single thumb?

That contrast was almost cute—no, not at all!

True God Yaofeng ignored Wang Teng completely, refusing even to glance at the thumb.

He knew Wang Teng was mocking him.

The more he responded, the more energetic the other would become.

So ignoring was the best solution.

Wang Teng felt slightly disappointed.

Had Yaofeng actually learned his lesson?

Really now!

He hadn’t even finished playing yet.

"Wang Teng, try dimming the glow of that *Dragon Phoenix Source Fruit*."

Then came the familiar, irreverent voice from among the ten divine silhouettes.

"Dim it?!"

Wang Teng glanced at the speaker—recognizing the true god who had spoken up for him several times before—and nodded without hesitation.

"I’ll try."

"Do you know how to dim its radiance?" the voice asked.

Wang Teng hadn’t known before, but after reviewing the inheritance memory of the Void Devouring Beast, he now did.

Without delay, he began.

Spiritual willpower spread from his brow, weaving intricate patterns in the air before him.

These patterns circled the *Dragon Phoenix Source Fruit*, wrapping it like chains.

"Hmm?"

A soft exclamation rose from the ten divine figures.

Not just one true god spoke—but several simultaneously, their voices brimming with surprise.

Chichuang True God, Zhulong True God, Elder Ji, and other strong beings familiar with Wang Teng, however, accepted it quite calmly.

As though they had expected it all along.

In the next moment, the crimson-golden glow of the *Dragon Phoenix Source Fruit* began to recede under the flickering of those strange patterns.

Each pattern seemed to absorb the fruit’s power.

But in truth, many present knew this was merely gathering the fruit’s energy inward.

True God Yaofeng narrowed his eyes, staring intently at Wang Teng.

He hadn’t expected the boy to possess such a trick.

Could this kid actually be familiar with the *Dragon Phoenix Source Fruit*?

But how could that be possible?

Its rarity was beyond measure—even among Immortal-level cultivators, few had ever laid eyes on it.

Yet judging from Wang Teng’s actions, he didn’t just understand the fruit—he was deeply familiar with it.

Otherwise, how could he accomplish such a feat?

It was utterly unbelievable!

An ordinary Domain Master cultivator possessing such knowledge?

"A little something there,"

the irreverent voice murmured, offering praise.

"Grandfather flatters me. Just a minor trick," Wang Teng replied with a faint smile.

"That isn’t a minor trick."

The cynical True God let out a soft smile and fell silent, shifting his gaze toward the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit.

The rest of the True God-level entities followed suit, casting their eyes upon the legendary treasure.

Once the crimson-gold radiance dispersed, a bizarre fruit manifested before the crowd.

The fruit itself was rendered in a vivid shade of crimson-gold, radiating an extraordinary aura of divinity.

Such a specimen, even if left carelessly anywhere, would instantly strike anyone as peerless.

Moreover, its surface was etched with lines of strange patterns, resembling dragon scales yet echoing phoenix feathers.

The twin motifs intertwined seamlessly, like a divine dragon and a phoenix at play, completely inseparable.

It was as if the onlookers were beholding a living dragon and phoenix, their eyes filling with awe and their hearts refusing to settle.

"It truly is the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit!"

After a momentary lull, a True God finally spoke in a slow, measured cadence.

Following him, the other True Gods voiced their thoughts, their words dripping with profound emotion and astonishment.

"The Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit—a treasure born of myth. I have lived through countless epochs, yet I have only read of it in ancient texts, never beholding it in the flesh."

"Indeed. None of us have ever laid eyes on it. To think Yaofeng actually managed to acquire such an item."

"Such fortune is truly enviable, but why would Yaofeng choose to part with it?"

"In terms of sheer value, this Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit can certainly rival the Eye of True Sight, perhaps even eclipsing it slightly."

"That is not entirely fair. Wang Teng's Eye of True Sight is an absolute, innate talent, whereas this fruit merely fosters a talent."

...

These supreme True Gods could not help but debate the merits of the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit against the Eye of True Sight.

Some argued the fruit possessed greater value, while others believed the two to be essentially equal.

Evidently, these formidable True Gods were well aware of the fruit's true purpose.

"Wang Teng, do you know the function of this Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit?" asked the True God Chihuang.

He had already surmised that Wang Teng likely knew a great deal about the fruit, yet he asked regardless.

His primary concern was that the youth might lack a complete understanding and undervalue the treasure.

It would be a tragedy if he were to be deceived because of it.

Wang Teng nodded slightly, replying, "This item should be capable of evolving a star beast possessing either dragon or phoenix lineage into a Dragon-Phoenix Variant Beast."

The True God Chihuang nodded. "Correct. That is indeed one of its effects."

Upon hearing this, many Immortal-level experts present displayed expressions of profound astonishment.

Several among them had not been fully aware of the fruit's purpose, and their shock upon learning it was palpable.

A Dragon-Phoenix Variant Beast!

That was an exceptionally powerful mutated Behemoth of the Starry Sky, rumored to possess the innate talents of both dragons and phoenixes alike.

To think that such a mutated behemoth owed its existence to this process.

In truth, many individuals genuinely had no inkling of this fact.

After all, those Starry Sky Behemoths were shrouded in mystery, and the Dragon-Phoenix Variant Beast was rarer still.

Only now did they comprehend that the birth of such a creature was inextricably linked to a treasure like the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit.

This was truly beyond all expectation!

"Another effect is that it allows a martial warrior to forge a Dragon-Phoenix Physique!" Wang Teng added with a faint smile.

His tone remained casual, as though he were merely discussing an ordinary matter.

Yet, the gathered crowd fell into a bizarre, suffocating silence.

The True Gods stared at Wang Teng with complicated gazes; he knew everything, yet this reaction of his...

It was far too peculiar.

Wang Teng's nonchalance was entirely unnatural.

Did he truly not care? Or was his mental fortitude simply that unshakeable?

"The Dragon-Phoenix Physique!"

A moment later, the Immortal-level experts finally snapped out of their daze, crying out in sheer disbelief.

The Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit could actually birth a Dragon-Phoenix Physique in a martial warrior!

Could this be real?

The Dragon-Phoenix Physique was likewise a constitution of legends, whispered to be capable of scaling the heights of the God-level realm.

And the latent talents inherent to the physique were a combined manifestation of both the dragon and phoenix races, identical to the variant beast's nature.

To think that such a transcendent constitution could also be engineered by the Dragon-Phoenix Origin Fruit.

How could this be possible?

The miraculous nature of the fruit far exceeded anyone's wild expectations, sending tempestuous waves crashing through their hearts.

At this very moment, all the Immortal-level beings finally grasped the sheer majesty of the fruit, and they truly understood why the True God Zhulong had lost his composure so entirely.