The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3144 - 3139: Fortunate to Obtain It!_1
Previously on The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms...
Yang Chen was completely unaware that the news of his rapid mission completion had already rippled through the Divine Night Sect.
A brief laugh escaped Yang Chen's lips before he spoke with a respectful tone, "Senior Wenqi, I was wondering if there is any progress regarding the location of my missing companion and the lost artifacts..."
Princess Wenqi’s lips curled into a slight smile upon hearing his request. "You certainly work with great efficiency, young man. It would be quite embarrassing if I told you I had found nothing yet, wouldn't it? Rest easy; though my pace might not match yours, I won't be the one slowing us down. I have already found your friend's location and have stationed secret observers to watch over her. According to my reports, she was ranked among the top fifty on the Daluo Celestial Stele not long ago, though she has since dropped out."
"That is her without a doubt," Yang Chen replied, his face a mix of shock and joy. However, learning that Murong Qi had fallen from the top fifty of the Daluo Celestial Stele made him realize just how cutthroat the internal competition truly was.
"You are free to visit her whenever you wish. The guards I assigned are only there to ensure her safety; they cannot interfere with anything else. Furthermore, she is currently located on Wind King Star rather than in this star domain. Since that planet is under the jurisdiction of the Grand Abyss Palace, it is difficult for my subordinates to manage any trouble that might arise there. Now that you have returned, it is best that you handle your friend's affairs personally," Princess Wenqi stated calmly.
Yang Chen’s brow furrowed momentarily before smoothing out as he asked, "Senior Wenqi, are you not concerned that this Junior might go to the Grand Abyss Palace and never come back?"
Even though Princess Wenqi remained reserved, Yang Chen could sense her desire for him to join the Divine Night Sect. Her willingness to let him go to the Grand Abyss Palace so freely left him feeling perplexed.
Princess Wenqi smiled at his question. "Even if I were to bind you here, could I truly force you to remain a part of the Divine Night Sect? The Divine Night Sect and the Grand Abyss Palace are nearly equal in power, with only the slightest of differences between them. Ultimately, the path you choose is up to you."
Had Princess Wenqi attempted to coerce him into the Divine Night Sect, Yang Chen might have felt a sense of defiance.
Instead, he was now lost in contemplation.
To be honest, while the Grand Abyss Palace was undeniably formidable, the people he had encountered here—like Gold Leisure True Person and Princess Wenqi—made him feel that the Divine Night Sect possessed a more human touch.
Yet, with Zhang Xuelian being at the Grand Abyss Palace, the decision was a painful one to make.
After a long moment, Yang Chen exhaled and pushed those thoughts aside for later.
Princess Wenqi continued, "Regardless of your final decision regarding the Grand Abyss Palace, I intend to uphold our deal with the Divine Night Sect. I have already uncovered leads concerning your Slaughter God Spear, and I expect to pinpoint its location shortly. When that time comes, I will provide you with both the spear and the Ten Thousand Dao Embryo Cultivation Method as promised; our agreement remains standing."
"I am grateful, Senior." Yang Chen felt a surge of emotion at her words.
Princess Wenqi spoke softly, "Very well. Beihong, come inside."
An elderly man quickly stepped into the great hall. Judging by the aura he radiated, he had impressively reached the Heaven-separated Realm. He bowed deeply before Princess Wenqi.
"Beihong, you are intimately familiar with Wind King Star and were part of the search party for the girl. You will escort my young friend Yang Chen there. Should he have any questions, you are to provide him with answers," Princess Wenqi commanded indifferently.
"Your subordinate obeys," King Beihong answered immediately.
Princess Wenqi then turned back to him. "Brother Yang Chen, simply inform King Beihong when you are prepared to depart."
"Thank you, Senior Wenqi. I shall depart with King Beihong at once," Yang Chen said.
With the meeting concluded, Yang Chen did not linger, shifting his gaze toward King Beihong.
King Beihong offered a friendly smile. "Daoist Friend Yang Chen, after you."
The two men exited the palace, one following the other.
As she watched Yang Chen’s back disappear, Ji Yue Shuang couldn't help but ask, "Master, are you truly certain about letting him leave like this? Aren't you worried he will simply join the Grand Abyss Palace? That was his plan from the beginning."
"Do not fret; do you really think your Master hasn't considered that? I originally intended to bring his friend here first, but once she ended up on Wind King Star, I knew the situation had become complicated. Even so, I chose to let him go there of his own volition. Do you understand why?" Princess Wenqi questioned.
"Why is that?" Ji Yue Shuang asked, looking confused.
"Previously, I merely held Yang Chen in high regard and left his recruitment to fate, thinking mostly of stealing a potential disciple from the Grand Abyss Palace. But after he stood before me just now, I felt a genuine, driving need for him to belong to the Divine Night Sect."
Princess Wenqi explained, "A man like Yang Chen, who can finish three Class B tasks in under a year, represents far more than mere talent or martial strength. He is a rare combination of bravery, decisiveness, and sheer capability. Despite everything I have taught you, even after nearly ten thousand years of Cultivation, you still fall far short of him."
Ji Yue Shuang lowered her head, unable to argue against the fact that she was indeed inferior to Yang Chen.
"Our Divine Night Sect is not as stagnant as the Grand Abyss Palace or Heavenly Melody Mountain. We require individuals who possess not just aptitude, but capability and mental strength. Such people are much harder to find than simple geniuses. Yang Chen has all of it. Since the moment he finished those three tasks in less than a year, I have become certain of his worth to our Sect." Princess Wenqi’s eyes shimmered with anticipation as she spoke.
"But Master, why didn't you offer him more rewards? I have mentioned before that Young Master Yang Chen is exceptional in every way," Ji Yue Shuang noted.
"You simple girl, do you honestly believe a man of his caliber can be swayed by a few petty bribes? What could he possibly need from others that he cannot seize with his own power? Furthermore, our Divine Night Sect is constantly dealing with threats and provocations from various alien tribes. It is a far more dangerous life than the peace found in the Grand Abyss Palace. He is surely aware of this. Trying to force him would only backfire. It is better to give him space to reflect on his own."
Princess Wenqi frowned slightly. "In short, we will do everything in our power to recruit him. If we succeed, it is our blessing; if we fail, then it was simply not meant to be."