The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3268 - 3263: Eternal Human Emperor_1

"Indeed. It looks like my master is tied up with some pressing affairs. On that note, ever since your journey to Heavenly Melody Mountain, your reputation has soared to new heights." Ji Yue Shuang remarked with a warm smile.

"My reputation has soared? In what manner?" Yang Chen inquired, feeling baffled.

"You haven't heard yet? The tale of you vanquishing Fairy Moon Fu from Heavenly Melody Mountain with a single strike has circulated far and wide, witnessed by countless eyes. At this point, the story has echoed across all corners, becoming common knowledge throughout the entire Taiyuan Star System. Even Fairy Moon Fu has acknowledged it herself." Ji Yue Shuang beamed.

Yang Chen found himself torn between laughter and tears right away. How had the word gotten out so fast? Yet, during his return trip, he had remained completely oblivious to it.

As they chatted along the way, the pair soon reached Princess Wenqi's residence.

Upon their arrival, Princess Wenqi stood there with hands clasped behind her, just as always. Spotting Yang Chen draw near, she parted her crimson lips and stated coolly, "You've arrived!"

Yang Chen offered a respectful salute: "I greet Senior Wenqi!"

Princess Wenqi's lips curved faintly as she replied in a detached tone, "Yang Chen, the word of your victory over Fairy Moon Fu has disseminated broadly. Now, it's likely that every soul in the Taiyuan Star System has caught wind of it. You've truly upheld the glory of our Shenyue Sect—impressive work."

"It's simply my responsibility." Yang Chen had no desire for the spotlight, but with fame now upon him, he had little choice in the matter.

"That said, your present circumstances offer you scant advantages." Princess Wenqi shifted topics abruptly.

Yang Chen felt a twinge of confusion: "What is Senior Wenqi implying...?"

Princess Wenqi clarified, "I warned you earlier that your return wouldn't grant you tranquility. Recall the cause—I believe you can surmise parts of it."

"The cause?" Yang Chen furrowed his brow, "Does it stem from the Spirit Separation Ancestor?"

Princess Wenqi's face stayed composed: "Precisely, Yang Chen. While our Shenyue Sect shields you, that doesn't signify the Spirit Separation Ancestor will abandon his pursuit entirely. You slew his sibling and shamed him deeply, and in my recent clash with him and my senior brother, his grudge toward you was plain. Even with the Grand Abyss Palace Master's meddling, the Grand Abyss Palace's stance leans heavily toward the Spirit Separation Ancestor. Do you grasp my point here?"

"The Grand Abyss Palace hasn't resolved to spare Yang Chen. What schemes do they harbor for him?" Ji Yue Shuang's eyes bulged in shock.

Yang Chen's face grew grave: "So, Senior Wenqi suggests the Grand Abyss Palace is quietly endorsing the Spirit Separation Ancestor's moves?"

Princess Wenqi eyed her apprentice, then Yang Chen, before shaking her head with a sigh: "Shuang'er, I'd rest easier if you could perceive matters as sharply as Yang Chen."

"How does Yang Chen's wording differ from mine?" Ji Yue Shuang sulked, clearly not persuaded.

"The gap is vast. The Grand Abyss Palace maintains a vague position right now. They avoid direct clashes with the Shenyue Sect, yet they neither curb nor condemn the Spirit Separation Ancestor's deeds. Put simply, they steer clear of open rivalry with the Shenyue Sect while scheming to weaken us from within." Princess Wenqi elaborated, "Should they stoop to covert maneuvers, even if Yang Chen meets his end someday, our Shenyue Sect would stand helpless, unable to pin blame on the Grand Abyss Palace."

"The Grand Abyss Palace is utterly vile." Ji Yue Shuang stared in disbelief.

"Were our Shenyue Sect in their place, we'd act no differently. We can't risk alienating our allies, so eliminating threats swiftly makes sense. Yang Chen, your stronger showings only fuel the Grand Abyss Palace's urge to erase you! You must recognize this," Princess Wenqi declared.

Yang Chen's visage turned stern, for he fully comprehended the dread in her statement.

The Grand Abyss Palace's blatant enmity was fearsome, but their hidden ploys proved far more insidious.

Should the Grand Abyss Palace opt for stealthy assaults against him, they'd strike sporadically in shadows, plunging him into perpetual peril.

Still, Yang Chen perceived the truth: "Senior Wenqi sought me out this time for more than just sharing these insights, hasn't she?"

"Sharp as ever. True enough, with you now belonging to the Shenyue Sect, I won't leave you idle to face the Grand Abyss Palace's assaults." Princess Wenqi offered a gentle smile.

Ji Yue Shuang voiced her worry, "Master, have you devised a plan?"

"Naturally, a plan exists, though it carries its trials," Princess Wenqi replied.

Yang Chen grinned and responded, "The Grand Abyss Palace persists in hounding me—I get that. Should there be a path to better my plight, no matter how arduous like ascending the heavens, I'm eager to pursue it."

Princess Wenqi stated, "The optimal path lies in your active engagements, venturing across realms to battle the Alien Tribes and amass merits. Such efforts would ease your ongoing dangers."

"Master, are you suggesting Yang Chen depart the Shenyue Sect again? Wouldn't that endanger him further? The Grand Abyss Palace already plots against him." Ji Yue Shuang frowned in protest.

"Do you believe you alone cherish Yang Chen's safety? Think deeper. Can Yang Chen hide within the Shenyue Sect forever? This passive stance is mere resignation to fate, granting the Spirit Separation Ancestor extra time to scheme. Staying put in the Shenyue Sect dooms Yang Chen to inevitable clashes unless he lingers here eternally," Princess Wenqi countered.

"Yet, if he ventures often beyond the Taiyuan Star System, doesn't that hand the Grand Abyss Palace prime chances?" Ji Yue Shuang struggled to follow.

Yang Chen held his tongue, sensing Princess Wenqi's strategy held deeper layers.

Ji Yue Shuang failed to grasp her master's cunning, but Princess Wenqi's wisdom surely had purpose.

"Even if the Spirit Separation Ancestor desires it, the Grand Abyss Palace won't permit targeting a valiant warrior against the Alien Tribes. This stands as the unbreakable rule of the Three Great Factions, including the Grand Abyss Palace, Shenyue Sect, and Heavenly Melody Mountain. Those who charge into battle against Alien Tribes and bolster humanity deserve utmost honor. Thus, while Yang Chen combats the Alien Tribes, the Grand Abyss Palace will withhold backing even if the Spirit Separation Ancestor plots against him," Princess Wenqi affirmed.

"Senior Wenqi intends for me to clash with the Alien Tribes, thereby evading the Grand Abyss Palace's schemes?" Yang Chen probed.

"Precisely. By battling the Alien Tribes, you earn the shared merits of the Three Great Factions. Whether dodging the Grand Abyss Palace's intrigues or rising higher in the Shenyue Sect, merits offer the finest avenue. Above all, sufficient merits can secure you an immunity amulet, rendering even the Grand Abyss Palace hesitant to strike. Such protection is ironclad. Touching you would mean defying both Heavenly Melody Mountain and our Shenyue Sect," Princess Wenqi explained.

Yang Chen inquired with interest, "To what extent must my merits rise before the Grand Abyss Palace fears laying a hand on me?"

Gaining safeguards from both Heavenly Melody Mountain and the Shenyue Sect held immense allure.

"Within our Human Universe, unified merits divide into three tiers. The first: Protector Emperor Lord. The second: Heavenly Defender. And the third: the Eternal Human Emperor!"