Chapter 1867: 883: The Ten-Year Deadline Has Arrived! (Part 2)
Chapter 1867: Chapter 883: The Ten-Year Deadline Has Arrived! (Part 2)
There might come a day in the future when one ascends to the Six Realms.
Meanwhile, Li Hongshuang rolled her eyes and said to Su Ziyue beside her:
“Just look at him. When the Crown Prince is born, let’s see if he still thinks Xue’er is of unsurpassed talent.”
Su Ziyue held her belly and laughed heartily, choosing not to respond.
In the past few years, she too had conceived a child for Chen Yuan, and it’s a boy. Once born, he will be a true child of heaven, the future Crown Prince of Great Yan, second only to Chen Yuan.
Even while still in the womb, various Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures were used to cleanse and temper him, solidifying his Martial Arts foundation. This treatment is unmatched, and his aptitude naturally needs no further discussion.
That’s why Li Hongshuang believes Jiang He won’t be happy for long, as each generation surpasses the last. Jiang Xue’s talent may be good, but she can’t claim to be the best in the world.
“Sister-in-law, you’re mistaken. Even if the Crown Prince is born, Xue’er is still top-tier, and besides, they’re all family now, so there’s no need to compare.”
Chen Yuan followed up.
Once he was certain the child Su Ziyue carried was a boy, he fulfilled his previous promise with the Jiang Family, arranging an engagement between the two children, even though Jiang Xue was three years older.
Still, they’re nearly the same age, very suitable for each other.
Jiang He and Li Hongshuang naturally agreed, not to climb the social ladder, as the Jiang Family is already among the top nobles of Great Yan, with no higher ground to reach. All they pursue is Jiang Xue’s happiness.
As for Chen Yuan’s son’s aptitude, that’s obvious, and the parenting skills of Su Ziyue and Chen Yuan are unlikely to be lacking.
As they conversed, the surrounding void unintentionally twisted slightly, and a middle-aged man in a python robe slowly materialized behind Chen Yuan, bowing and saying:
“Your Majesty is here, this humble servant failed to welcome you from afar, please forgive me, Your Majesty.”
“You exaggerate, King of East Sea. I’m merely traveling incognito, and coincidentally arrived in time for the Ascension battle, so I came to observe.” Chen Yuan waved his hand indifferently.
“Thank you, Your Majesty, for your forgiveness.” Ye Xiangnan straightened his posture, moving to Chen Yuan’s other side, but kept a half-foot distance, greeting Jiang He beside him.
“Grand Governor Jiang.”
“King of East Sea.”
Their conversation was brief, as they were only acquaintances, so they didn’t speak much and turned their gaze to the Ascending Immortal Platform. At this moment, only five people remained on it.
Shi Yi stood against four, demonstrating invincible prowess, and amidst the rotating Sword Light, defeated his opponents one by one, using combat to further his cultivation, ultimately succeeding in Core Formation.
Instantly, unusual phenomena appeared on the Ascending Immortal Platform.
“Since Your Majesty unified the Human World, Martial Arts have flourished, and all four corners of the land regard the Ascending Immortal Platform as an honor. This Shi Yi is an exceptional seed, if he doesn’t fall in the future, he will accomplish great things.”
Ye Xiangnan stroked the short beard under his chin, appraising Shi Yi with a bit of admiration. If he wasn’t aware of this person’s connection to Chen Yuan, he might have considered accepting him as an apprentice.
“It’s said that heroes emerge in chaos, but I think it’s timely emergence. Even in a prosperous age, prodigies can emerge and make their names known throughout the land.” Chen Yuan spoke softly.
“Your Majesty speaks the truth.”
“How is the State Preceptor lately?” Chen Yuan asked casually.
Ye Xiangnan naturally knew whom Chen Yuan was referring to and quickly replied:
“Your Majesty, since the Human Emperor’s Hall, my master has been missing, leaving behind a message, saying he’s traveling the Human World, and comprehending heaven and earth.”
Chen Yuan raised an eyebrow; he too was traveling the Human World, yet hadn’t encountered Lu Chengfeng. Then again, the Human World is vast, spanning millions of miles.
Unless deliberately sought, finding one person’s trace is akin to searching for a needle at the bottom of the sea.
“State Preceptor’s interests are indeed unique.” Jiang He laughed.
Ye Xiangnan shook his head with a wry smile:
“My master is confined to the Immortal Domain, forced to hide for over a thousand years, long grown restless. Now that the Immortal Sect is sealed, and the realm is peaceful, he naturally wishes to travel around.”
“That makes sense.”
“Immortal Sect…” Chen Yuan, listening to Ye Xiangnan’s words, had a somewhat dazed expression, as he lifted his head to gaze at the tranquil void, mentally calculating the time.
The ten-year period is nearly here!
Not long after, under the gaze of countless people, Shi Yi succeeded in Core Formation, his aura surged, achieving the stature of a Grandmaster, just as he was feeling triumphant, a voice suddenly reached his ears.
Instantly, he looked joyous, gazing toward a specific direction.
…..
“This humble servant greets the Emperor!” Shi Yi knelt on one knee, face showing excitement.
“Years ago, I promised you that if you achieved Grandmaster status, I’d accept you as an apprentice. Now that you’ve met the condition, do you wish to become my disciple? However, I have many state affairs and won’t dedicate myself to teaching you, and you must not act under my name for wrongdoing.
There are countless trials awaiting you; the decision is yours.”
Shi Yi wore a solemn expression and spoke in a deep voice:
“I, having wandered and suffered all my life, only regretting not meeting a wise teacher, am fortunate to be saved by Your Majesty and shown the way, resulting in my progress today. Though Your Majesty has never taught me directly.
For me, Your Majesty is always a guiding light, never daring to slack off; to me, Your Majesty is forever my mentor, like both teacher and father. Today, I am finally fortunate enough to enter Your Majesty’s door.
Seeking Your Majesty’s approval.”
With that, he dropped to both knees, bowing his head to the ground.
Listening to Shi Yi’s words, Chen Yuan felt a bit strange, but the feeling was fleeting, and then he waved his hand to lift him, saying:
“I… approve.”
“Thank you, Your Majesty!”
“You’re still calling me Your Majesty?”
Jiang He chimed in encouragingly.
Shi Yi felt joy in his heart and quickly said:
“Thank you, Master!”
“Hmm, having entered my door, prioritize all living beings. This is a Cultivation Technique I created in leisure, coincidentally suiting you; take it for your practice.” Chen Yuan’s words settled.
A light blue sheet of paper appeared in Shi Yi’s hand.
“Thank you, Master!”
“Since Jiang witnessed, I can’t come empty-handed; here, take this Divine Blade, cultivate well in the future, and do not disappoint His Majesty’s expectations.” Jiang He lifted a hand, and a ray of light flickered.
“Thank you… Grand Governor!”
“Ahem, I…” Seeing Jiang He act, Ye Xiangnan naturally couldn’t be stingy, raising a hand to gift Shi Yi a valuable cultivation artifact immediately.
“Thank you, Prince!”
“Hmm… proceed.”
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Divine Capital City, Stargazing Tower.
After the Ascension battle ended, Chen Yuan took Shi Yi as a disciple, then returned to Divine Capital City with Su Ziyue, and half a year passed swiftly. On one day, Chen Yuan stood atop Stargazing Tower.
His expression was rather solemn, gazing at the Nine Heavens Void.
Jiang He, Yang Huatian, and others stood solemnly, clearly sensing something. Over the years, progress wasn’t only limited to Jiang He; Chu Changfeng, Li Su Qing, and Yang Huatian all used the Power of National Fortune to comprehend the rules.
They stepped into the Half-Immortal Realm, yet merely lacked control at a higher level, temporarily unable to condense the Rule Flower. As for Su Ziyue, she remained unfocused due to pregnancy, thus hadn’t comprehended the rules.
“Your Majesty, is it… almost time?” Jiang He inquired in a steady voice.
“Ten days remain till the deadline.” Chen Yuan stood with hands behind his back, face calm.
“Is there any certainty of success?”
“I… never fight an unprepared battle. Once the deadline arrives, it’s time to settle the accounts.” Chen Yuan’s gaze slightly sharpened, with a hint of killing intent in his eyes, casually instructing:
“Old Yang.”
“Present, Your Majesty.”
“Send word to Senior Moluo, Senior Lu, the Heavenly Master, King of East Sea, and the other Immortals… to come swiftly to the Capital, ready for battle!”
“I obey, Your Majesty!”
Yang Huatian’s gaze sharpened, promptly bowing.
“Your Majesty… the Empress has given birth.” Suddenly, Li Su Qing transformed into a streak of light appearing before him, revealing true form with slightly anxious expression, quickly announcing.
“I know already.”
Chen Yuan nodded, then instructed:
“Proceed as usual; no need to panic. Though the Immortal Domain is strong, Great Yan is not to be underestimated. Go, make preparations.”
“Yes, Your Majesty!”
“Yes, Your Majesty!”
After giving orders, Chen Yuan hurried to the harem, preparing to accompany Su Ziyue through childbirth. Meanwhile, a group of concubines gathered at the entrance.
Seeing Chen Yuan arrive was akin to finding the pillar of reliance, and they quickly came forward to welcome him.