The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3157 - 3152: Ji Yue Shuang’s Gift_1
Previously on The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms...
Yang Chen harbored a poor opinion of Guo Huaian, primarily because the man’s interference had cost him the chance to execute Xuan Zhen.
An opportunity that rare only appeared once in a millennium. Having let it slip through his fingers, Yang Chen knew that finding another opening to slay Xuan Zhen would be incredibly difficult. His fury was only natural.
After all, ending the life of a member of the Spirit God Royal Clan was no simple feat.
Nearby, Ji Yueshuang’s mouth remained slightly parted in astonishment. She was amazed that Yang Chen possessed the power to strike such terror into Xuan Zhen and was brimming with curiosity. "Yang Chen, have you encountered Xuan Zhen previously?"
Realizing there was no point in concealment, Yang Chen nodded and provided a full explanation. "I have indeed crossed paths with Xuan Zhen before; we even engaged in a fierce battle."
Ji Yueshuang was desperate to learn the details: "Yang Chen, you must have emerged victorious during that last encounter, otherwise he wouldn’t have been so terrified. Where did this fight take place? Please, tell me everything."
Seeing Ji Yueshuang’s intense interest, Yang Chen had no choice but to recount the events of his confrontation with Xuan Zhen on Tianyuan Star.
As Ji Yueshuang listened to the tale of their clash on Tianyuan Star, she felt as though she were witnessing the battle firsthand. She felt even more joy than if she had defeated Xuan Zhen herself.
"During our last fight, I nearly annihilated all the Soul Asuras Xuan Zhen commanded. Since those Soul Asuras are his primary method of combat, he had no way to defeat me without them. Naturally, he became frightened and fled," Yang Chen explained.
Ji Yueshuang was unfamiliar with the nature of Soul Asuras. In her own previous conflict with Xuan Zhen, she hadn't managed to force him into using such a technique.
However, that was irrelevant now.
She tightened her fists, her eyes shining with genuine respect for Yang Chen.
Discarding the typical reserved demeanor expected of a major Sect disciple, she said happily, "Yang Chen, you are truly incredible! Why didn't you mention this sooner? I was so worried about you, fearing you couldn't handle Xuan Zhen, only to find out you had already bested him once before."
Guo Huaian and his companions were also secretly stunned. Although they had harbored suspicions, they hadn't truly expected Yang Chen to have defeated Xuan Zhen in the past.
Yang Chen remarked, "Even if I had informed Miss Ji earlier, it is likely you wouldn't have believed me."
"How could that be? Yang Chen, I would believe anything you say because we are friends," Ji Yueshuang said, patting Yang Chen’s shoulder with the affection of a senior sister toward a junior brother.
Yang Chen offered a faint smile, though he still felt a lingering spark of resentment. "If everyone shared Miss Ji’s level of trust in me, then Xuan Zhen would not have slipped through my fingers today."
After finishing his sentence, Yang Chen let out a heavy sigh and departed with a sharp flick of his sleeves.
Guo Huaian stood there in awkward silence, fully aware that Yang Chen’s barb was directed at him.
Deep regret filled him. Had he not issued those restrictive orders to his men, Xuan Zhen might be a corpse by now. By allowing Xuan Zhen to escape, a massive opportunity had been squandered.
Even if another chance arose, he would no longer be able to claim any credit for it.
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Upon his return, Yang Chen anticipated that his actions would cause a stir. People would undoubtedly come seeking information regarding his history with Xuan Zhen.
However, since he had already briefed Guo Huaian and Ji Yueshuang, they could handle the inquiries on his behalf.
His current priority was to enter seclusion and devise a definitive plan to kill Xuan Zhen.
But before he could begin his Cultivation, Ji Yueshuang approached him with a cautious expression and said, "Yang Chen, follow me."
Though puzzled by her request, Yang Chen followed her into the private quarters Guo Huaian had assigned to him.
Yang Chen remained confused, unable to guess her intentions.
"Miss Ji, what is the meaning of this...?" Yang Chen inquired, perplexed.
Ji Yueshuang’s lips curled into a smile as she presented a sphere of light. "Yang Chen, take a look at what I have here."
Yang Chen stared at the glowing orb, not understanding its significance. The moment he touched it, however, a jolt shot through his entire frame. As he processed the information stored within the light sphere, his heart hammered with shock.
"This... this is!" Yang Chen could hardly believe what he was seeing. "Miss Ji, why would you hand this to me now? I would have preferred to wait until the mission was over rather than risk you being punished by your Master."
Ji Yueshuang let out a soft giggle. "Yang Chen, you're overthinking things. It was my Master who instructed me to give this to you."
"What? Senior Wenqi ordered this? Didn't she state it would only be granted after the mission was completed?" Yang Chen asked, completely baffled.
Ji Yueshuang sighed. "Yang Chen, you truly misled my Master. She didn't actually believe you could defeat Xuan Zhen. Her only requirement was that you show the bravery to face him. If you were bold enough to stand against Xuan Zhen, the task would be deemed a success. This item belongs to you and no one else. My Master had me prepare it for you ahead of time. Provided you faced Xuan Zhen without fear and were willing to fight to the death, it was meant to be yours. This isn't about the Sect; it is simply because you are a member of the human race."
Yang Chen was deeply moved, his admiration for Princess Wenqi reaching new heights.
It went without saying that with such foresight and character, Princess Wenqi’s philosophy was far superior to that of her peers.
"Neither my Master nor I expected that you and Xuan Zhen would actually... well, regardless, you have already met and exceeded my Master’s expectations. Naturally, I must deliver this item to you early. However, Yang Chen, I still hope you can truly kill Xuan Zhen. I wouldn't ask if you lacked the power, but you clearly have the ability," Ji Yueshuang gritted her teeth. "If he lives, it will be a disaster for all of humanity."
Yang Chen reflected on how Ji Yueshuang, despite her youth, could speak with such concern for the entire human race. What right did he have to decline?
Besides, he never intended to refuse.
Killing Xuan Zhen would bring him immense benefits. There was no reason not to do it.
"Very well, I give you my word," Yang Chen answered.
"Excellent, I will be waiting for the day of your success," Ji Yueshuang beamed. If Xuan Zhen were eliminated, the bitterness in her heart would finally be purged.
"In that case, I shall take my leave," Yang Chen said, standing up to go.
Ji Yueshuang did not hinder him.
Yang Chen retreated quickly to his residence and locked the doors, entering a state of total seclusion.
Consequently, many Cultivators who sought him out, including Han Bo and Lin Tianyi, were turned away at the door.
At this moment, Yang Chen’s entire focus was on the treasure Ji Yueshuang had bestowed upon him.
It was nothing less than the secret Cultivation manual for the Way of Ten Thousand Laws...