Rebirth of the Supreme Immortal Emperor
Chapter 197 - 197 196 If You Don't Have the Ability Why Pretend

197: Chapter 196: If You Don’t Have the Ability, Why Pretend?

197: Chapter 196: If You Don’t Have the Ability, Why Pretend?

Seeing Li Chen’s smile, everyone present, including Martial Arts Grandmasters Qin Tianlong and Zhang Tianrui, couldn’t help but tremble inwardly.

Even witnessing everything with their own eyes, most of them still couldn’t believe that the seemingly harmless, clean-cut young man with a smile, who even had the aura of a young star, was the devil capable of easily crushing three Martial Arts Grandmasters with a mere gesture.

Some of the more timid ones could no longer bear the immense psychological pressure and fell to their knees with a “plop.”

“Ah, enough already.

The Qin Family of Yanzhou admits defeat; from now on, we’ll no longer be your enemy!”

Qin Tianlong glanced at his daughter, sighed lightly, and cupped his hands towards Li Chen.

Zhang Tianrui, having seen Qin Tianlong surrender first, shuddered and gave Li Chen a slight nod.

“I, of the Medical Saint Sect, admit defeat!”

“The Taiping Sect also admits defeat, and from now on, we shall avoid you by a hundred miles upon sight!”

“The Ten Thousand Horses Hall admits defeat, and we are willing to offer a hundred strong steeds as a token of apology!”

…

Forces that had grievances with Li Chen bowed their heads in submission.

Those with deeper grievances even presented valuable gifts as a sign of their apology.

Li Chen raised an eyebrow, looking at them with interest, and asked with a smile, “Do you really think I’ll back off just because of your insincere admissions of defeat?”

Seeing that Li Chen was unwilling to back down, everyone present, both body and soul, couldn’t help but tremble again.

“You surnamed Li, we have already submitted.

What more do you want?

Surely you don’t mean to kill us all?

You must know this is Huaxia, and each of us has our families and sects behind us.

Even if you are powerful, can you really take on the entire world?

I advise you to stop while you’re ahead and not to be too excessive!”

Just then, a young Martial Artist suddenly jumped out and cursed loudly.

He was a disciple from the Lu Family of the southwest, used to acting arrogantly due to his family’s power.

Now, seeing Li Chen’s even more domineering presence, he couldn’t help but speak out.

Instantly, all eyes turned towards this “hero” who dared to provoke the tiger.

Li Chen smiled coldly and said, “Heh, so what if I bully you?

Do you have a problem with that?”

“I, I, I…”

The Lu Family disciple, frightened by Li Chen’s sharp and cold gaze, trembled all over, unable to utter a complete sentence.

“What ‘I’?

Kneel down!”

Li Chen’s voice suddenly rose, frightening the Lu Family disciple to his knees.

Seeing the other party’s miserable state, a look of contempt flashed across Li Chen’s eyes.

“Did you think you are a girl’s underwear, powerless yet trying to act tough?”

The Lu Family disciple was already sweating profusely, wishing he could slap himself hard.

What was he trying to prove?

The man before him was a devil who could easily slay Grandmasters, and killing him would be as simple as lifting a finger.

At that moment, he felt like a convict awaiting a judge’s sentence, shaking uncontrollably all over.

“Hmph, truly vulgar!”

Just as everyone was silently worrying for this foolish show-off, Qin Qingwu suddenly uttered a huff.

Her remark scared Qin Tianlong to death.

“Qingwu, what nonsensical things are you saying?”

Li Chen turned to look at Qin Qingwu and innocently asked, “Did I say anything wrong?

Is it a mistake to speak the truth?”

Qin Qingwu was speechless, not knowing how to counter Li Chen.

Qin Tianlong chuckled awkwardly, quickly stepping forward to apologize.

“Mr.

Li, my daughter is ignorant.

I hope you can be generous and not take her seriously!”

Li Chen magnanimously waved his hand, indicating he wouldn’t take offense to a young girl’s words.

Stroking his chin, he pondered.

There were over a hundred people here, all with families or sects behind them.

If he really killed them all, that would undoubtedly bring endless trouble, to the point where he wouldn’t be able to sleep peacefully ever again.

Retreating would make them think he feared their sects or families.

That wasn’t the outcome he wanted.

If he didn’t make them suffer now, given their nature, they would surely cause more trouble in the future.

How annoying that would be.

As Li Chen was caught in this dilemma, out of the corner of his eye, he suddenly caught sight of Gui Ku’s bloody head.

Heavenly Net has 360 sub-sects, and the Squad Leaders of the July 9th, July 15th, and July 18th sub-sects were all Martial Arts Grandmasters.

From this, it could be inferred that there must be at least 360 Grandmasters in Heavenly Net.

Yet, in the entirety of Huaxia, there were only a mere thirty-six Grandmasters known publicly.

Even including those low-profile Grandmasters, the number surely wouldn’t exceed three digits.

Comparing the two, even Li Chen was shocked.

To be able to recruit 360 Grandmasters to work for one’s own cause, the might of the Master of the Heavenly Net is dreadful, as one can well imagine.

After consecutive killings of three of their Grandmasters, this enmity was an irreconcilable feud.

Given their vengeful nature, they were certain to not let things slide.

Retaliation was just a matter of time.

Had it been only himself, Li Chen would not have feared.

Even if he couldn’t defeat them, he could have escaped if he truly wanted to, and none could detain him.

But what about Chuxue if he could escape?

At this thought, Li Chen’s gaze inadvertently glanced towards Qin Tianlong and Zhang Tianrui.

A spark of inspiration suddenly struck him in the mind.

Right, why not take advantage of this opportunity, use the people present, and establish a Martial Arts Alliance?

Tying them all to his chariot to jointly tackle the colossal Heavenly Net.

As long as they complied and provided sufficient resources, he could refine a large number of Gathering Peak Pills.

Producing a few dozens or even a hundred Martial Arts Grandmasters, was absolutely no issue.

By then, even if Heavenly Net came out in full force, his side would still have the strength to fight!

Moreover, amassing resources from across the nation, his cultivation speed would certainly be redoubled.

Having firmly decided in secret, Li Chen formed a vortex in his palm, sucking in the bloody severed head of Gui Ku to rest upon his hand.

“Gentlemen, look, these barbarians from foreign lands have already infiltrated our Huaxia Mainland.

This is a blatant provocation to our Huaxia Martial Arts.

Yet we remain oblivious, merely focused on our own turf, indulging in internal squabbles, completely ignoring the impending doom!”

Upon hearing Li Chen’s sudden statement, everyone present couldn’t help but be astounded.

Just a moment ago, he was a devil who killed without batting an eye.

How had he suddenly transformed into the embodiment of righteousness?

Qin Tianlong was scared into a cold sweat by Li Chen.

Yandang Mountain was merely thirty to fifty miles from the Qin Family, and yet, three Martial Arts Grandmasters and dozens of top-tier experts were hidden there.

As the Qin Family Master, he had been totally unaware.

If these people had wished to strike at the Qin Family, they could have wiped out his entire family of more than a hundred people overnight.

Catching the change in Qin Tianlong’s expression, Li Chen spoke indifferently, “Gentlemen, to defend the dignity of our Huaxia Martial Arts, I have a suggestion.

I wonder if it would be appropriate to speak now?”

Qin Tianlong gave a respectful bow to Li Chen and said, “Immortal Master Li, please speak your mind.

If it’s within our power, we will go through fire and water without any reluctance!”

Zhang Tianrui and others were all eager to hear what Li Chen was about to say, pricking up their ears, fearing they would miss any detail.

Seeing the moment was ripe, Li Chen cleared his throat and said, “Ahem, as the saying goes, the rise and fall of a nation is everyone’s responsibility.

As sons and daughters of Huaxia, we are born with the responsibility and obligation to protect the land beneath our feet.

To better resist these foreign barbarians and defend the dignity of Huaxia Martial Arts, I propose forming a Martial Arts Alliance!”

Upon hearing Li Chen’s words, everyone present was shocked, their faces full of disbelief.

They were the cream of the crop from various places, yet still could not keep up with Li Chen’s lofty thoughts.

Seeing their hesitation, Li Chen turned his gaze towards Qin Tianlong.

“Mr.

Qin, I am truly sorry about what happened to your son.

Here, I have a Gathering Peak Pill which can restore him to his former state and even help him break through the Life and Death Mysterious Gate and advance to the Grandmaster Realm in one fell swoop.”

Qin Tianlong’s eyes lit up at Li Chen’s words.

“Is everything you said true?”

“Of course, I can give you the pill right now.”

As he spoke, Li Chen produced a fragrant pill from his robe.

Instantly, the eyes of everyone present blazed with eagerness.

Some even swallowed hard.

If it wasn’t for the fact that Li Chen was a figure who could kill even Grandmasters, they would have probably pounced like hungry wolves by now.

Qin Tianlong had only one son, Qin Feng, whom he had always treated as the heir to the family.

Now, to learn that his son’s hand could be healed and moreover, turn misfortune into a blessing by breaking through the Life and Death Mysterious Gate to reach the Grandmaster realm, gave him a surreal feeling.

However, he was also a smart man and knew the purpose behind Li Chen’s offer.

While he had yet to figure out precisely what Li Chen was plotting, compared to his son Qin Feng’s future, everything else seemed trivial.

He nodded slightly to Li Chen, with extraordinary respect, “Immortal Master Li speaks wisely.

My Qin Family will join first.

We won’t shy away from passing through fire or treading on hot coals!”

Seeing that Qin Tianlong was reasonably amiable, Li Chen nodded with satisfaction, handing over the Gathering Peak Pill.

“And you all, what do you think?

Oh, and I’ve got a few more Gathering Peak Pills here, planning to reward those who contribute to the Alliance!”

Hearing that they too might receive a Gathering Peak Pill, immediately, many people ratified on the spot, agreeing to join.

However, those who agreed were mostly from smaller powerhouses – they had the authority to decide, and they saw this as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

As for those from major forces like the Medical Saint Sect, Taiping Sect, Kongtong Sect, Qingchengg Sect, and so on, no one committed.

After all, joining a Martial Arts Alliance was not a decision they could make.

Even Grandmaster Zhang Tianrui did not have the power to decide; he must seek instructions from the higher-ups.

Li Chen did not trouble them much about it.

He allowed them to return to their sect or family to report and asked for an exact answer within three days.

To show his sincerity, Li Chen also made an offer to Zhang Tianrui: a condition that was almost irresistible.

If the Medical Saint Sect joined, the copies of the Taiyi Golden Needle would be handed over to them.