I Have A Qi Fortune Altar.
Chapter 293 - 293 272 Seize the Opportunity

Chapter 293: Chapter 272: Seize the Opportunity! Chapter 293: Chapter 272: Seize the Opportunity! “I haven’t asked yet, Brother Ye, for what reason have you invited Chen this time?”

“Firstly, it is to reminisce. Brother Chen has often secluded himself for cultivation, rarely seen by others, but Ye has always been quite concerned about Brother Chen. Moreover, the matters Brother Chen recently handled in Nanling Prefecture are more significant than the last, and Ye has long wished to discuss them.”

“Secondly, it is to inform Brother Chen about an opportunity that might be within reach.”

Ye Chenbai said with a modest smile.

Chen Yuan’s eyelids twitched, very familiar with the term ‘opportunity,’ and he immediately asked:

“What opportunity do you speak of, Brother Ye?”

“Has Brother Chen ever heard of the Ascending Immortal Platform?” Ye Chenbai countered.

Chen Yuan shook his head. Recently, he had been solely focused on his cultivation and had not heard of the Ascending Immortal Platform, but by the name, it seemed related to the Ascending Immortal Tower.

“This is a grand event created by our Ascending Immortal Tower, held once every ten years, establishing the Immortal Battle where the one who reaches the pinnacle can obtain an Ascending Immortal Fruit from the Immortal Tree of East Sea Martial Emperor City.”

“This is the opportunity that Ye speaks of.”

Ye Chenbai’s expression became serious.

“Ascending Immortal Tower, Ascending Immortal Platform, Immortal Battle, Ascending Immortal Fruit…”

Chen Yuan muttered under his breath.

“Originally, Ye was reluctant to speak of it, for previously, with Brother Chen’s cultivation, he did not even qualify to participate. However, not long ago, the Ascending Immortal Tower ranked Brother Chen within the top fifty, and thus… Brother Chen now qualifies.”

“Thus, this led to Ye’s invitation today.”

“Top fifty of the Hidden Dragon List are only invited?” Chen Yuan’s eyes flickered.

“Exactly. Any lower in realm, and participating would mean a certain death. Moreover, whenever the Immortal Battle approaches, hidden geniuses emerge to hunt the heroes of the world.”

“What exactly is the Ascending Immortal Fruit, and what use does it have?”

Ye Chenbai spoke mysteriously: “I don’t know much about this object myself, but according to past rumors and records, it is known to be an exceptional Spiritual Object, greatly beneficial to martial artists,

otherwise, there wouldn’t be so many vying for it.”

“How many Ascending Immortal Fruits are there?”

“Historically, only the final victor of the Ascending Immortal Tower can acquire one Ascending Immortal Fruit.”

Listening, Chen Yuan narrowed his eyes. Fifty people fighting over one item? Wouldn’t that lead to utter chaos?

It would be best not to get involved. With the Qi Fortune Altar in his possession, Chen Yuan was not lacking any Ascending Immortal Fruits, unless, perhaps, an opportunity involved this item.

This possibility was not out of the question, as based on previous experience, Qi Fortune and opportunity often had connections long established with oneself.

“Brother Ye telling Chen all this, could it be you want Chen to also compete?” Chen Yuan paused, and looking at him with a half-smile, he asked.

Ye Chenbai did not deny it but nodded sincerely: “A straightforward person does not resort to insinuations, Ye indeed has this intention.”

“This…”

“Brother Chen, do not be hasty to refuse; first listen to what Ye has to say.”

“Please speak, Brother Ye.”

“Although the Ascending Immortal Fruit is a supreme Spiritual Object, the Immortal Battle is extremely perilous, with geniuses from the Hidden Dragon List dying every year. In Ye’s view, without the strength of the top ten of the Hidden Dragon List, one should not partake.”

“Chen is still far from the top ten.” He was aware that the geniuses in the top ten of the Hidden Dragon List were all at the Reach Profound Peak, and some were a mere step away from Core Formation,

and more, they were entities many times more terrifying than Fa Hai.

“Indeed, that is currently the case, but who can say for the future?”

“Hmm?”

“Chen has risen to prominence in just half a year. Now, with over ten months until the Immortal Battle, there’s still time for Chen’s cultivation, and possibly a slim hope by then.”

“To be honest, this matter also involves Ye’s self-interest, as each genius in the Immortal Battle requires a referral by a master of the Ascending Immortal Tower, and without one, there will be punishments.”

“Of course, if the referred genius reaches the top ten or even the top three, rewards will be given, and Ye’s referred candidate is none other than Brother Chen.” Ye Chenbai looked very sincere.

It was a test by the higher-ups of the Ascending Immortal Tower for the masters across various states, originally Ye Chenbai had other candidates in mind, but who could have predicted Chen Yuan’s rapid rise?

Which ignited a glimmer of hope in Ye Chenbai.

Even though he had backers, he wished to carve out his own place in the world by his own strength.

Previously, during Chen Yuan’s bout with Yagyu Shinya from Japan, Ye Chenbai had remarked that given a few years, Chen Yuan might well make a name for himself.

It was a pity his realm was still too low.

Unexpectedly, Chen Yuan’s growth later far exceeded his expectations, breaking through to Reach Profound quickly and displaying extraordinary strength, which caused Ye Chenbai to decide to take a chance.

He wagered that Chen Yuan could continue advancing as swiftly as before, possibly even reaching the Reach Profound Peak before the start of the Immortal Battle, and by then, he would have a real chance at obtaining the Ascending Immortal Fruit.

Mainly because he also had to rely on Chen Yuan, as most Ascending Immortal Tower masters stationed at various locations were elderly, deeply rooted in connections, and provided various courtesies to many geniuses even before they had grown prominent.

They had set agreements early on.

But Ye was different, his time as a master of the Ascending Immortal Tower was too short, even though he had also met some geniuses, they might not necessarily grant him this favor.

“So that’s it…” Chen Yuan’s eyes flickered, and he pondered for a long time before saying:

“Brother Ye, this matter…”

He was somewhat inclined to refuse.

Ye Chenbai did not hesitate and immediately said, “Brother Chen, don’t rush to refuse. Ye will not force this matter. If Brother Chen does not possess the strength of the top ten on the Hidden Dragon List before the Ascension War, there is no need for Brother Chen to refuse, as Ye will not recklessly extend an invitation.”

“Just that if Brother Chen is able… at that time, I hope Brother Chen won’t agree to other tower masters of the Ascending Immortal Tower.”

“Okay, I promise you,” Chen Yuan replied.

Ye Chenbai’s demeanor did not cause any aversion in Chen Yuan; it was not about forcing him to accept the invitation but rather hoping to extend the invitation after possessing the strength to seize the Immortal Fruit,

and not to agree to others.

To put it simply, Chen Yuan inherently disliked this kind of competitive and adventurous matter, especially before knowing what use the Ascension Fruit had for him.

Yet, he felt that, judging by the nature of the Qi Fortune Altar, such matters were unavoidable for him, and he was in a position to either advance or retreat safely.

When the time came, if he did not wish to contend, Ye Chenbai could not force him; if he wanted to go, it wouldn’t hurt to give Ye Chenbai some face.

“Thank you, Brother Chen,”

Ye Chenbai said, clasping his hands together in a salute.

For some reason, when Chen Yuan agreed, Ye Chenbai unexpectedly felt a sense of relief, though he was not sure if it was just some kind of illusion.

“It’s merely a small effort.”

“Brother Chen, if there is anything in the future that you need from Ye, I will certainly not decline,” Ye Chenbai said cheerily.

“Haha… good, then…”

Before Chen Yuan could finish his formalities, suddenly a bell next to Ye Chenbai rang twice. Ye Chenbai frowned slightly, excused himself,

and opened a decorative object next to him used for transmitting messages, containing one large and one small piece of paper.

He slowly opened the smaller one first, looked at the description on it, then opened the second paper, which appeared to be extendable, about the size of a human head.

Chen Yuan glanced at it, which seemed to be a portrait.

Chen Yuan averted his gaze and took a sip of Spiritual Tea, waiting for Ye Chenbai to finish up.

About ten breaths later, Ye Chenbai placed the portrait on the table, slightly furrowing his brow.

Chen Yuan did not pry further, considering whether it was time to take his leave.

As if anticipating Chen Yuan’s desire to leave, Ye Chenbai thought for a moment and said, “Brother Chen need not hold back. It’s just a manhunt order issued from above,

I might even seek Brother Chen’s expertise.”

“What do you mean?” Chen Yuan replied after draining the Spiritual Tea in his cup.

Holding the teapot, Ye Chenbai said while pouring more Spiritual Tea, “A tower master of my Ascending Immortal Tower in Qingzhou has defected, colluding with other forces that are hostile towards my Ascending Immortal Tower, causing significant loss of confidential information. This was only discovered recently.

Unfortunately, it was too late, and the culprit escaped. Now, an order for his execution has been issued in Qingzhou, demanding his head be hung at Martial Emperor City as a warning to others, with a reward of five Primordial Crystals. If Brother Chen can capture him, it would be quite a gain.”

Chen Yuan thought to himself that the Ascending Immortal Tower was rather lavish, offering five Primordial Crystals to kill this person. After all, he had only obtained eight Primordial Crystals for annihilating the Dragon Tiger Sect previously.

That time, he faced two Reach Profound experts directly.

This manhunt mission?

It was just a Gang Condensation Realm tower master, posing minimal danger to him.

Ye Chenbai continued, “This man is called Wu Yong, merely at the Condensing Evil stage. Brother Chen could wipe him out with a wave of your hand. Here is his portrait.”

Saying so, Ye Chenbai passed the portrait to Chen Yuan.

Upon unfolding it, Chen Yuan narrowed his eyes and a barely noticeable smile appeared on his lips due to the man indeed being rather ugly, with lifeless eyes, wide eye spacing, a frog-like tongue, and a large, shiny forehead that seemed… somewhat bald.

After a cursory glance, Chen Yuan set down the portrait. The man was indeed distinctive looking, but any sensible person would disguise himself. With the vast Qingzhou Domain, finding him was like searching for a needle in a haystack.

He did not want to expend all of his energy on this.

Still, he had to say the courteous thing:

“If I see him, I will certainly capture him for Brother Ye.”

“Good…”

They chatted a while longer about matters concerning Gold Mountain Monastery and, after finishing the entire pot of Spiritual Tea, Chen Yuan excused himself. Ye Chenbai did not try to detain him, as his purpose had already been achieved,

and he could only hope that Chen Yuan would grow even faster.

After leaving the Ascending Immortal Tower, Chen Yuan lingered briefly, pondered for a moment, and did not return to the Chen Residence or the Heavenly Patrol Bureau; instead, he headed directly towards Shenxiao Hall.

His injuries had already fully recovered, making it a good time to seize opportunities.

Moreover, even if he went back, there was nothing much to do. Currently, Tao Qingyuan and Zhang Xuan were transitioning duties of the Green Envoy, and the orders from above had already come down,

urging Tao Qingyuan to return to the State City to report on his duties soon, with Zhang Xuan taking over as the new Green Envoy of Nanling.

Thus, upon returning, Chen Yuan would just be confined to practicing at home.

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There are still three days until the end of the month, and currently, we are short by over one hundred and sixty Monthly Tickets to reach a thousand. Brothers holding tickets, remember to cast one. It’s said that it lets you sleep well many times over the night.

Haha, you don’t want Yang Wei to rise early, right?