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Chapter 487: 378

Chapter 487: 378

“Indeed!”

Since his trick had been exposed by the opponent, there naturally wasn’t anything left to hide.

“May I have a look?”

Jiang He’s interest was piqued.

“Please, my lord.”

Chen Yuan’s gaze flickered, and with a thought, the Emperor Slaughter Saber unsheathed from behind him and flew toward Jiang He.

“Roar!”

A fierce cry of Dragon Roar resounded, and an aggressive aura enveloped Jiang He.

Jiang He frowned as his Exterminating Immortal Sword clashed with the antagonistic force.

In the narrow space, two Divine Weapons were contending with each other.

“Come!”

Jiang He tapped the table lightly, as though striking heavily in one’s heart; a powerful presence flashed by, and then the Emperor Slaughter Saber was in his hands.

After scanning the Evil Blade, he recited softly:

“Heroes rise to shape the world, born into Jianghu as time unfurls. With empire’s dreams, in jest they sway, yet none surpass the human fray in drunken disarray.”

His gaze finally rested upon the ‘Emperor Slaughter’ inscribed on the hilt of the saber, and his brow furrowed slightly, but then it smoothed again. He turned his gaze to Chen Yuan and asked:

“Did you create this poem?”

“You flatter me, Green Envoy,”

Chen Yuan nodded and said with a smile.

“Your ambition is quite grand,”

Jiang He responded.

“If one does not have a goal in life, would it not be a wasted journey? Naturally, one should live freely and happily,” Chen Yuan deliberately emphasized the idea of living a carefree life to steer the conversation.

However, Jiang He clearly didn’t believe it and said solemnly:

“It would be best if you don’t let others see this poem when you conduct affairs on behalf of the court in the future.”

“I understand,” said Chen Yuan.

“This saber is impressive, equal to the Exterminating Immortal Sword. However, your current cultivation is still insufficient. Be careful when you confront opponents in the future, or you will certainly become the target of envy.”

As he gazed at the Emperor Slaughter Saber, Jiang He pondered aloud.

“Of course.”

Thereafter, Jiang He did not say anything more, merely returning the Emperor Slaughter Saber to Chen Yuan without inquiring whether it was at the Fourth Tribulation Divine Weapon level or above, to match the Exterminating Immortal Sword.

“Was this saber crafted by Ouyang Yezi?”

“That’s what the people of Hidden Soldier Valley claim,” replied Chen Yuan.

“A fine stroke of luck,”

Even Jiang He had to sigh admiringly.

He had nearly met his demise nine times over before he passed the trial set by a formidable expert, obtaining the legacy and spending more than a decade to reach his current level.

Whereas Chen Yuan had undergone such significant changes in merely a few months, which was truly enviable.

“Previously, when I encountered trouble in Tangshan Prefecture, did you have a contingency plan in place?”

This was something Chen Yuan was very curious about.

Since he had previously contacted Jiang He, who told him to act freely and not worry about anything else, he had been fully confident and fearless of any interception.

In part, his confidence stemmed from this.

“If there were a defeat, there would have been a backup plan,” Jiang He said calmly.

Chen Yuan nodded, thinking to himself that it was indeed the case.

“Aside from reporting on Zhao Hao, I have another favor to ask of you,” Chen Yuan said thoughtfully after taking a sip of the already prepared tea on the table.

“It pertains to Liu Zhengsong’s official position, doesn’t it?”

“Your insight is as sharp as ever. Liu Zhengsong, being upright and steadfast, is good for the people sitting in charge of Tangshan. After I cleaned up the Jianghu in Tangshan,

it’s time to focus on cultivating well-being with the citizens.”

“Tangshan Prefecture is situated at the crossroads of three jurisdictions; indeed, it is a prime location. Since you desire it, this envoy will support you fully. Regarding Liu Zhengsong’s official position,

I had already informed the provincial governor before you arrived.”

Jiang He had been paying close attention to Chen Yuan and naturally knew of his actions in Tangshan Prefecture. Anyone could see that Chen Yuan was an ambitious man.

But whether for himself or for the Taoist Divine Palace, this was a good thing.

He would naturally provide full protection.

A hint of joy flickered in Chen Yuan’s eyes as he bowed and said:

“Thank you, my lord.”

“Now that you are ranked fourth on the Hidden Dragon List, you have lived up to our expectations. The best way to thank me,”

is to obtain the Ascending Immortal Fruit,” Jiang He said seriously, steering the conversation in a new direction.

The spot was shielded by primordial energy, preventing the outside world from eavesdropping on their conversation, so Jiang He did not hide much.

“Rest assured, my lord. I will do everything within my power regarding the Ascending Immortal Fruit,” Chen Yuan was well aware that most of the reasons for Su Ziyue seeking him out and for the repeated assistance he received from Jiang He was because of the Ascending Immortal Fruit.

He had shown his worth, and that was why he was valued.

The best way to reciprocate was to secure the Ascending Immortal Fruit.

“We, several Daoists, have already agreed that as long as you obtain the Ascending Immortal Fruit, you do not need to advance to the level of a Dan Realm Master to become an official member of the Taoist Divine Palace.”

Jiang He looked at Chen Yuan earnestly.

Without being a Grandmaster, one cannot become a Daoist.

This had been the rule since the foundation of the Divine Palace; even he had become the Daoist of the Heavenly Sword only after advancing to the Core Realm. But this time,

they had unanimously decided to make an exception for Chen Yuan.

Because he had displayed true talent, not even reaching the Reach Profound Late Stage, yet he was able to slay a genuine Dan Realm Master.

He had seen this moment very clearly through a fragment of spirit attached to the Exterminating Immortal Sword.

Even he was somewhat shaken by what he had witnessed.

It should be noted that even he had not achieved such a feat before attaining the Realm of Reach Profound; at best, he had only held his own undefeated.

Thus, after the end of that battle, he had proposed through the Heavenly Book to the other Daoists to allow Chen Yuan to become a Daoist upon acquiring the Ascending Immortal Fruit, although it would be breaking with tradition.