Xia Feng had nothing to ask either; he wouldn't know the situation even if he did.
This trip was solely to resolve the Dragon Soul matter. It had caused significant disruption to Ascended City, and here was another Seven-Colored Disc, the fifth one he had obtained.
That left only two more. Xia Feng felt he was gradually completing all his tasks, now just waiting to recover his memories.
With so many things happening recently, Xia Feng was becoming impatient to regain his memories.
His strength was secondary; recovering his memories was essential.
"Master, since it's useless, we can kill this Dragon Soul," the little pig said, looking at the dazed Dragon Soul.
The Dragon Soul was startled. It had overheard Xia Feng's conversation with the little pig, realizing Xia Feng knew the black-robed man who had taken its kin. This meant it still had hope of seeing its people again, which was why it didn't want to die.
"Holy Emperor, I haven't done anything wrong. What I did before was not by my will. I don't even know what I did. I am still useful, please don't kill me."
Fearing Xia Feng would act against it, the Dragon Soul explained fervently, stating its usefulness.
"Then tell me, what use are you?" Xia Feng asked with a smile.
"I..."
The Dragon Soul was about to speak, but realizing it was merely a wisp of soul, it fell silent. What use could it possibly have?
The Dragon Soul seemed to make a momentous decision and said, "If I enter a divine artifact, I can transform into a powerful sacred artifact."
The Dragon Soul suddenly found a way to convince Xia Feng.
Xia Feng indeed lacked a sacred artifact. Upgrading the East Emperor Bell to a sacred artifact would be a good option.
"Alright, you've successfully saved your life," Xia Feng declared and summoned the East Emperor Bell.
"Go in. There's a spirit within; it's your elder brother, the East Emperor Bell. You must listen carefully to its arrangements and commands," Xia Feng said, looking at the East Emperor Bell floating in the air, giving the Dragon Soul a special reminder.
After all, there was an order of precedence. The Dragon Soul's power shouldn't be allowed to disrupt the rules.
The East Emperor Bell had been with him for a long time; therefore, it was the elder brother. No matter how powerful the Dragon Soul was, it would be the younger sibling.
The Dragon Soul no longer cared about such matters. As long as it could survive, that was enough.
Moreover, it was very willing to follow Xia Feng. Being by Xia Feng's side meant it would have opportunities to see its master in the future, something the Dragon Soul had always dreamed of.
"Yes, I will be obedient and not cause any trouble for my elder brother."
Despite its seemingly simple demeanor, the Dragon Soul's mind worked quickly, and it soon adjusted its thinking.
"Go in," Xia Feng gestured to the Dragon Soul.
"Yes," the Dragon Soul replied, transforming into a wisp of smoke and directly entering the East Emperor Bell.
Xia Feng also communicated with the East Emperor Bell in his mind, informing it that he had found a new subordinate, preventing loneliness and providing a helper. It was, after all, a powerful Dragon Soul subordinate.
After arranging everything, Xia Feng turned to Chu Dong and said, "The problem has been resolved for you. Ascended City can now lift the curfew."
Chu Dong witnessed everything and immediately knelt to express his gratitude, "Thank you, Holy Emperor, for your intervention. On behalf of everyone in the city, I express our deepest gratitude."
"Rise," Xia Feng beckoned him.
Then, he took out a Seven-Colored Disc and asked, "Is this item in your possession? Your city has one such jade pendant. This was my purpose for coming to Ascended City."
Chu Dong looked at the Seven-Colored Disc before him, a hint of confusion on his face:
"Reporting to the Holy Emperor, this item is very familiar. I seem to have seen it before, worn around the neck of a woman. Let me think."
Chu Dong fell into thought.