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Long Chenâs expression was dark, and he felt an indescribable fury. He found it wasnât just the heavens that were targeting him, but even people were too.
Whether it was Yu Tong or Zi Yan, although they hadnât intentionally targeted him, their attitude toward him had been extremely irritating.
They were people isolated above the struggles of the mundane world. Of course, it was easy for them to preach peace. But wasnât that just stupidity for him?
Back in the capital, how much had the Long family sacrificed for the nation? Long Tianxiao had fought on the bloody battlefield to protect the border for so many years. How much had he given to Phoenix Cry? What had he obtained in return?
Even if it was those in power that had been targeting the Long family, what about the commoners? What about the others in the city? When Long Chen had been bullied, they had just watched from the side. In fact, they had even added in their own insults.
Were they unaware that if Long Tianxiao hadnât been standing in front of them, fighting a bloody battle to protect them, they wouldnât even have the right to live peaceful lives?
No, they were aware. However, people enjoyed the benefits, but they didnât know how to be grateful. Long Chen had long since seen through the essence of human nature. Now that someone wanted to use their textbook moral standards to comment on his actions, he had a stomach full of fire.
Long Chen had an urge to immediately find Yin Wushang and have a battle with him, as he felt incredibly stifled inside.
Although he didnât know what origins the Immortal Intoxication Pavilionâs ladies had, he knew they were cultivators who came from a mysterious background.
That natural and peaceful Dao charm that came from their bodies made each one of them a fairy untouched by the turmoil of the mundane world.
But although these fairies had descended upon the world, what did they have to do with Long Chen? Had they come to try and enlighten him? To reform him? Was that a joke? Had he somehow become a heinous villain?
Just how many idiots were there in this world who also targeted him? Within the Immortal Intoxication Pavilion, those people had all been a bunch of posers. In truth, it was unknown just how filthy-minded they were. But instead of trying to reform them, they came to target Long Chen.
If it was someone else targeting him, Long Chen wouldnât be this furious. But for Zi Yan, someone who stood aloof from worldly affairs, to actually try and âenlightenâ him, Long Chen was especially irritated.
âBored people should mind their own business.â
Long Chen suppressed his fury and quickened his footsteps. He swore to never return to that place.
Seeing Long Chenâs figure disappear, Zi Yan sighed and returned to the Immortal Intoxication Pavilion. As soon as she returned, the pavilion master asked, âDid you talk to him?â
âI suppose.â Zi Yan gently pulled off her veil, revealing her beautiful face. However, her expression was slightly disappointed.
âWe just said a few words and then Long Chen left. Furthermore, his expression was frighteningly gloomy. He forcibly held himself back from cursing me.â Zi Yan bitterly smiled.
âLong Chen might look like a decent person, but how can he be so coarse?â The pavilion master shook her head.
âItâs not that heâs coarse, but that heâs extremely angry. It seems he is extremely disgusted with me,â sighed Zi Yan.
âHaha, thatâs because he hasnât seen the real you. Otherwise, he definitely wouldnât be like this.â The pavilion master laughed extremely confidently.
âThis Long Chen is extremely strange. He seems like a well whose surface is extremely ordinary. However, no one is able to see through that surface to see how much depth he has.
âItâs a mystery just how many things heâs concealing. You canât say heâs a good person, because when he kills, his soul doesnât quiver in the slightest. He doesnât have the slightest bit of pity or sympathy.
âBut you canât say heâs an evil person, because he treats the people by his side so openly and kindly. He doesnât even have the slightest guard against themâŠâ Zi Yan looked out of a window, staring into the darkness.
âZi Yan, whether or not Long Chen is your devil star, he currently has no relation with you. If you donât want to kill him, then donât provoke him. Your good intentions will just bring yourself harm and affect your Dao-heart,â warned the pavilion master.
âYes, I understand. In any case, my tempering experience this time will end soon. I feel like my Dao-heart has almost reached perfection, and so Iâve accomplished the mission master gave me and can return to the Immortal Palace. This Long Chen shouldnât be my devil star. Pavilion master, donât worry, I was just a bit interested in him. I know to act properly!â said Zi Yan.
âThen thatâs good. You are the head of our Illusive Music Immortal Palaceâs four great immortal sprouts. The palace master has great hopes for you. Donât disappoint her,â warned the pavilion master.
âYes. Iâll leave now to rest.â
After saying goodbye to the pavilion master, Zi Yan returned to her own room. However, after a while, a green-robed maiden walked in.
âBig sister Zi Yan, you called me?â
âYes, Xiao Lu, help me investigate that Long Chen. The more detailed the information, the better,â said Zi Yan.
âAnd donât let the pavilion master learn about this,â said Zi Yan.
Once that maiden left, Zi Yan looked out the window. That was the direction Long Chen had left in.
âTo cause my Dao-heart to shake like this, you are definitely my lifeâs foreordained devil star. Either I change you, or I kill you. Long Chen, Iâm sorry.â A complicated expression flashed through Zi Yanâs eyes, and she sighed.
It was unknown whether or not the heavens were intentionally opposing Long Chen, but in any case, for the rest of his way back, he didnât run into any other obstructions.
When he returned to Mo Nianâs courtyard, he saw Mo Nian was already back. However, now, Mo Nianâs face was badly swollen and his hair was a mess.
Seeing Long Chen so gloomy as he walked in, Mo Nian asked, âWhat, were you also beaten by someone?â
âDonât even mention it. Itâs too infuriating.â Long Chen shook his head.
âWhat, something this good actually happened? Quick, tell me. Let your brother be happy for a bit.â Mo Nianâs eyes brightened.
âThe doorâs over there. Scram.â Long Chen pointed.
âAh, donât be like this. We are fellow brothers in hardship. We should face our troubles together. Come, tell me your story,â pressed Mo Nian.
Long Chen told him about being attacked by experts from the Yin family and his conversation with Zi Yan. Mo Nian couldnât help shaking his head.
âIs Yin Wushang an idiot? Why would he send those people to test you?â
âMy guess is that theyâre abandoned members. With such a large family, there are sure to be many fights. This kind of situation isnât that rare. Those people were probably his competitorsâ underlings. He used me to get rid of them,â said Long Chen.
âBut then what about Zi Yan? Why would she target you? Hm, could it be that she didnât take the right medicine today and ended up taking a fancy to you?â Mo Nian exclaimed suddenly.
âThe door is over thereâŠâ
âHaha, itâs just a joke. My grandfather said that the Immortal Intoxication Building isnât somewhere that just any sectâs disciples could go to for tempering.
âTo study the worldâs various aspects there, learning about the lives of thousands of people, to comprehend the innumerable Daos over heaven and earth, it seems whatever sect sheâs from is quite a terrifying existence.
âIn any case, my grandfather said that Mo Gate canât provoke them. Unless something happens, Iâm not to do anything to them. If that Zi Yan really wants to target you, itâll be troublesome,â said Mo Nian.
âTch, there are too many bored people in this world. Iâm too lazy to bother with them,â said Long Chen.
âHey, Long Chen, arenât you known as having unrivaled pick-up techniques? Why donât you use some of your abilities to win her over?
âAlthough we didnât get to see her face, just from her temperament, itâs clear sheâs a peerless beauty.
âOnce you seduce her, not only will you have a beauty, but whatever sect sheâs from will also be on your side. What a great deal!â Mo Nianâs eyes brightened.
âWhen did I ever say I have unrivaled pick-up techniques? Who did you hear that from?â Long Chen was somewhat speechless.
âDo you even need to ask? Just look at all those beauties by your side. Theyâre all so devoted to you, and you know how jealous women are. But you were actually able to get them to get along with each other. If this isnât because of your amazing pick-up skills, whatâs it from?
âWait, no, this canât be called skill. This is practically a heaven-defying divine ability. Ah, why couldnât I have this talent? I canât even get a single peaceful woman. Fuck, how depressing.â Mo Nian felt incredibly aggrieved.
âHow did your fight with her go?â asked Long Chen. He was very curious about how Mo Nian had been beaten so miserably.
âHow could it have gone? She chased me for half an incense stickâs time and then attacked. As a result, I lost by one move. However, this time, I lasted a whole hour against her without being beaten, hehe!â said Mo Nian.
âNot bad. Even though you havenât adapted to your Celestial power, you were still able to hold on this long. Once you get accustomed to it, youâll be able to completely suppress her,â praised Long Chen. Previously, Mo Nian had told him that when he faced Liu Zongying, he was usually beaten in just a few seconds. The fact that he could hold on this long was very impressive.
âWell, not exactly. The main point was that she was busy tying me to a tree before beating me,â sighed Mo Nian.
âThe door is over thereâŠâ
âTch, why canât you let me make myself sound a bit better? Look at how miserable I look. But let me tell you, my strength really has greatly increased. I intentionally let her win this time. Although I still wouldnât have been able to defeat her, I would definitely have had some ability to resist this time. However, I didnât let her sense that. Iâll wait until Iâm used to my new strength to make a beautiful reversal, declaring that the king has returned. I, Mo Nian, will forcibly soar to overlook the nine heavens!â
Mo Nian stood up, looking like a very majestic rooster, filled with confidence towards his future. Of course, if it werenât for his swollen face, the effect would be a bit better.
âAlright, youâve said what you wanted to say. Stop standing on the table. Being higher wonât actually let you soar anywhere,â said Long Chen helplessly.
Mo Nian jumped off the table and said, âBrother, this time, it really is all thanks to you. My grandpa personally examined my new Dao seeds.
âHe said that normally, people can only merge with a single Dao seed. However, I was able to break this rule and merge with two. Furthermore, these two Dao seeds show no signs of rejection. Instead, they seem to want to merge, forming a mutation.
âAccording to my grandpaâs guess, my manifestation may be an extremely rare advancing Celestial manifestation. He said that in the future, I might not always be a rank one Celestial. Iâll be able to advance ranks!â
Mo Nianâs voice quivered slightly. His grandfather had actually told him to keep that as a secret. It was too important, but not saying it had been too stifling. He ended up telling it all to Long Chen.
Long Chen was startled by this news. Shui Wuhen had told him that Celestials were split into nine ranks, but she hadnât said anything about them being able to advance. If Mo Nianâs grandfather was right, then wouldnât Mo Nian be able to advance all the way to the ninth rank, in other words, a true Celestial?
âHahaha, Long Chen, your brother really is about to rise. Donât worry, in the future, your brother will look after you.â Mo Nian laughed.
Long Chen looked at Mo Nianâs wretched expression and couldnât help but shake his head, feeling this promise wasnât so reliable. It was best to still depend on himself.
The night passed silently. The next morning, Long Chen was surprised to hear that Zheng Wenlong had arrived.
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