Urban Peerless Expert
Chapter 2537 - 2557: Consider these as compensation to you!

Chapter 2537: Chapter 2557: Consider these as compensation to you!

Lin Chen certainly had some ideas, such as secretly stealing a portion, since no one else knew exactly how much there was before he handed it over, or he could switch the bottles, mixing the fake with the real, and then find a way to escape after leaving the Secret Realm.

There were many methods, but they all involved taking risks. After all, he was just one person against eleven others—if he got exposed, it would be strange if they didn’t crush him to death.

Now, getting all the Tianmi Xuanshen Water without any risk, without even exposing his identity, was of course the most satisfying outcome.

Moreover, he didn’t owe anyone favors, nor did he have to get involved in their internal conflict—how could that not be good?

"What’s the situation with you guys now, do you have a chance of winning?"

Shangguan Wenyin frowned, his face solemn: "It’s okay, but not particularly good. After so many years of his purges, there are powerful people willing to help Elder Fan, but they are few. Otherwise, we wouldn’t have needed to win over the Wei Family and the Yuwen Family."

Lin Chen nodded; the situation wasn’t unexpected. The other party had been Sect Hierarch for many years and no matter how hands-off he was, those who had risen to power had clearly done so with his approval and were under his control. How many would be willing to risk their lives to rebel?

"What’s next?"

Shangguan Wenyin said in a deep voice, "There are still some forces to deal with. Once all forces are integrated, even if the chance of success isn’t very high, we can only try. The longer this drags on, the more likely it’ll be exposed."

"These people are each a link in a chain. If one link fails, the whole plan collapses, so we must act before the other side becomes aware."

Lin Chen nodded and advised, "Although you are the Saint Child and your strength is quite formidable, in a battle of top powerhouses, you should still stay far away. If we win, all is well; if we lose, you run fast. Only by staying alive do you have a chance."

Moved, Shangguan Wenyin extended his hand and patted Lin Chen’s arm, "Alright, if things don’t go well, I’ll definitely learn from you and run as fast as I can!"

Lin Chen laughed, "Okay, when Elder Fan regains control, you can be the Saint Child again, and I will definitely visit your headquarters openly then... Being guarded against as if I were an enemy every time is really annoying."

Shangguan Wenyin smiled, "I’ll take your auspicious words... When are you leaving?"

Lin Chen took out the Qiqiao Hall token and placed it in Shangguan Wenyin’s hand: "I’ll leave after exiting the Secret Realm, I’ve got everything I wanted, no need for more contact."

Knowing Lin Chen’s reluctance to expose his identity, Shangguan Wenyin pressed no further, "Alright. Speaking of which, without a chaotic fight, their submission was acquired so effortlessly. You’ve been a great help..."

Lin Chen waved his hand in dismissal, "Cooperation, mutual benefit. It doesn’t count as a favor."

Shangguan Wenyin was straightforward, "Okay, I won’t beat around the bush with you. If things settle down, I will have someone send you a message."

"Alright!"

As the two were about to return, Shangguan Wenyin suddenly stopped, took out a Spatial Ring, and threw it to Lin Chen.

"I almost forgot, this is for you..."

Lin Chen received it and swept it with his Divine Sense, his eyes widening a bit.

"Clam Pearls? So many, where are they from?"

Shangguan Wenyin laughed, "Elder Fan gave them to me; he spent a long time inside the giant turtle. The giant turtle consumes sea clams, and over the years, he collected many Clam Pearls."

"Since the plan changed and I had you leave the Kutuo Sea early, your cultivation and collection of Clam Pearls were disrupted. Consider these a form of compensation."

Lin Chen realized and laughed, "That’s quite a generous gift."

Shangguan Wenyin smiled, "Clam Pearls are good, but their efficacy can’t last forever. The more you consume, the weaker the effect becomes. Based on your current strength, I reckon these can definitely help you make a smooth breakthrough to the Middle Grade, which is the Carp Dragon Realm, but due to diminishing effects, it’s uncertain whether they can help you break through the Carp Dragon Realm."

Lin Chen laughed without disappointment, "There are countless opportunities in the Immortal Realm; who can rely on one opportunity or one type of natural treasure to become a Superior Prime Daluo Immortal? Slow and steady it is, as long as we’re alive, we have a chance."

This was Lin Chen’s heartfelt sentiment. There were many excellent things that could boost one’s realm; if this one didn’t work, he’d look for others and take his time.

With average cultivation talent, he had managed to reach the level of Daluo Ultimate Immortal, hadn’t he?

Shangguan Wenyin saw Lin Chen’s carefree and clear eyes and also laughed, "Indeed, staying alive gives us opportunities. I’ve been overthinking."

Half a day later, everyone set off and left the Secret Realm. Afterward, Lin Chen parted ways with the group.

Fan Tianxing had not spoken much with Lin Chen but watching him leave, he said lightly, "This kid has decent strength, courage, and also good fortune..."

Shangguan Wenyin laughed, "Yes, it’s a pity he’s Master Floating Cloud’s disciple, otherwise I would definitely try to pull him into the Sea God Sect. I have a premonition that his future accomplishments will be very high."

Fan Tianxing turned to look at Shangguan Wenyin, "Higher than yours?"

Shangguan Wenyin was silent for a few seconds, then affirmed with certainty, "If he doesn’t die, his achievements will definitely surpass mine."