Chaotic Sword God Chapter 3987: A Heavenly Emperor Lying in Wait

A timeless bronze mirror was affixed above the entry points of the Observance Heaven City. It served as an integral part of the city's structure, periodically emitting beams of light. These beams were used to gauge the cultivation level of individuals entering and to determine the required daily admission fee.

Having previously entered Observance Heaven City, Jian Chen was naturally in possession of an entry tablet. This tablet had been amply supplied with numerous colored immortal crystals, thereby eliminating any concerns regarding his entry.

Upon his smooth entry into Observance Heaven City, Jian Chen secured accommodation in a high-class inn. After activating the privacy barrier that accompanied the room, he addressed the seemingly empty air, "Senior artifact spirit, I am aware of your omnipresence. I request your manifestation!"

"You still possess the audacity to return? You are remarkably brazen. Do you truly presume that your facade remains unseen by all?" The artifact spirit of Observance Heaven City’s voice, chilling and devoid of emotion, resonated through the air immediately after Jian Chen concluded his statement.

Within the confines of Observance Heaven City, the artifact spirit was an entity of absolute power, perceived as being everywhere and knowing everything, an invincible presence. The moment Jian Chen set foot within the city, the artifact spirit was already apprised of his arrival.

The artifact spirit's acknowledgment brought a sense of relief to Jian Chen. While gaining entry to Observance Heaven City was achievable, establishing contact with the artifact spirit was an entirely different matter.

Not every individual was granted the privilege of conversing with the artifact spirit.

"Senior artifact spirit, I wish to arrange a meeting with the master of the Pavilions of Heavenly Secrets. I would be most grateful for your assistance in this matter." Jian Chen performed a fist-and-palm salute, his tone imbued with profound respect.

"Your prudence in not approaching the Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets directly is commendable. I shall convey your request, but your success in meeting him will ultimately depend on your fortune," the artifact spirit responded.

Jian Chen's brows knitted slightly upon hearing this, but his composure was quickly restored. His decision to enlist the artifact spirit's aid rather than proceeding directly to the Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets was a strategic move, intended to preempt unforeseen complications.

The artifact spirit's statement served to validate Jian Chen's precautionary measures, confirming their necessity.

"" Jian Chen mused internally.

Subsequently, Jian Chen adopted a posture of patient waiting within the inn. He assumed a seated position on a cushion, his eyes peacefully closed.

His wait, however, was not prolonged. After a mere five minutes, the fabric of space within the room underwent a distortion. It silently transmuted into a portal, materializing directly before Jian Chen.

The vista presented within the portal was none other than the familiar Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets!

Resuming his seated position, Jian Chen opened his eyes, a subtle smile gracing his lips. He rose and stepped through the portal.

Within the pocket dimension, the master of the Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets regarded Jian Chen with a benevolent smile.

"Greetings, pavilion master. I humbly ask for your forgiveness for this unsolicited arrival." Jian Chen executed a bow.

The pavilion master's placid gaze seemed to penetrate deeply, allowing him to perceive Jian Chen's essence completely. He offered a slight smile. "You have attained considerable strength since our last encounter. Your expedition to the Skyscraping World must have yielded benefits far exceeding ordinary expectations."

"My gains from the Skyscraping World were indeed modest," Jian Chen replied with humility. With a gesture, he retrieved five god artifacts from his Space Ring. Among them were three of medium quality and two of high quality.

Having vanquished numerous Immortal Exalts in the Skyscraping World, god artifacts were now abundant in his possession. He also had an extensive collection of cultivation techniques and secret arts, though regrettably, none proved to be entirely suitable for his needs.

The five god artifacts hovered in the air, emitting a soft, ethereal glow. Jian Chen clasped his fist in the direction of the pavilion master. "Pavilion master, I seek information pertaining to the Reverent Observance Heaven. Would these suffice as compensation?"

The pavilion master gently pushed the two high-quality god artifacts back towards Jian Chen, accepting only the three medium-quality ones. "The information you seek this time is of considerable importance; therefore, I will accept these three medium-quality god artifacts as a token gesture."

The pavilion master paused, his demeanor gradually shifting to one of solemnity.

Sensing the alteration in the pavilion master's expression, Jian Chen felt a tightening in his chest. The pavilion master was no ordinary individual; he was a Ninth Heavenly Layer Immortal Exalt. The fact that even such a formidable figure had adopted a stern countenance indicated a situation far more grave than Jian Chen had initially surmised.

"Jian Chen, your decision to refrain from rashly venturing into the Sword Region of Violet Heavens was exceptionally wise. Had you done so, you would now be in considerable jeopardy." The pronouncement from the pavilion master immediately upon speaking left Jian Chen in a state of profound shock.

“May I inquire as to what peril lurks within the Violet Heavens Sword Region?” Jian Chen asked with a grim expression. He momentarily considered the first ancestor of the Colossal Elephant Immortal Sect, the Space-Splitting Venerable, but quickly dismissed the notion. While the Space-Splitting Venerable was exceedingly powerful, a cultivator at the Seventh Heavenly Layer of Immortal Exalt, such a figure would not be enough to make the pavilion master adopt such a grave demeanor.

“The Soaring Immortal Heavenly Emperor from the Immortal Feather Sect is currently concealed within the Violet Heavens Sword Region. No one who ventures into its bounds can evade his vigilance,” the pavilion master stated with sternness.

“What? The Soaring Immortal Heavenly Emperor himself is personally overseeing the Violet Heavens Sword Region?” Jian Chen exclaimed in surprise. This was an Emperor of Heaven, a being of supreme aloofness, who had deigned to personally lie in wait for him. The situation was indeed difficult to comprehend.

“The recovery sovereign god artifact you possess holds immense allure for the Soaring Immortal Heavenly Emperor. He is capable of any act to obtain it,” the pavilion master sighed softly. “Despite your possession of two artifacts that can perfectly conceal your presence, you will be unable to deceive the Soaring Immortal Heavenly Emperor at close proximity. Consequently, the moment you step into the Violet Heavens Sword Region, he will recognize you.”

“This implies that the Soaring Immortal Heavenly Emperor is certain I will return to the Violet Heavens Sword Region,” Jian Chen mused, his brow furrowed. The prospect of a Heavenly Emperor personally watching over the region was certainly not welcome news.

“Following the Skyscraping World incident, numerous experts have been scrutinizing your every move. Virtually nothing you did within the Skyscraping World remains a secret. The Soaring Immortal Heavenly Emperor is undeniably aware that you will eventually return to the Violet Heavens Sword Region to reclaim the Energy-Gathering Divine Mountain. It’s not merely the Violet Heavens Sword Region; several additional Immortal Exalts have even materialized within Observance Heaven City,” the pavilion master divulged.

“Then has the existence of the twin swords been exposed, Pavilion Master?” Jian Chen inquired, his tone grave.

The pavilion master shook his head. “The twin swords’ existence has not yet been revealed. As you possess other sovereign god artifacts, any extraordinary occurrences involving you, including the artifact spirit of Observance Heaven City’s peculiar deference, have been attributed by others to these other sovereign god artifacts.”

“After all, if one possesses a sovereign god artifact, it stands to reason that the artifact spirit of Observance Heaven City would show them special consideration.”

A wave of relief washed over Jian Chen upon hearing this.

However, his relief was short-lived, and he soon found himself sighing inwardly once more. With the Soaring Immortal Heavenly Emperor keeping vigil over the Violet Heavens Sword Region, it was clear he could not retrieve the Energy-Gathering Divine Mountain.

The Energy-Gathering Divine Mountain situated within the Violet Heavens Sword Sect was of paramount importance, serving as a crucial component in locating the remaining Energy-Gathering Divine Mountains.

The greater the number of Energy-Gathering Divine Mountains he possessed, the more rapidly the Primeval Divine Hall could recover, thereby accelerating the process of awakening the generals.

Simultaneously, he comprehended why the Soaring Immortal Emperor’s focus was solely on the Violet Heavens Sword Region and not the entirety of Reverent Observance Heaven. With the capabilities befitting a Heavenly Emperor, he could undoubtedly extend his soul sense across the entire Reverent Observance Heaven, leaving no event unnoticed.

Yet, due to the disguise afforded by the mask from the Illusionary Daemon race and the Divine Armor of Heavenflight, even Heavenly Emperors were incapable of discerning him through their soul sense. They could only perceive him with their unassisted vision from a close distance.

This was precisely why the Soaring Immortal Heavenly Emperor chose not to surveil the entire Reverent Observance Heaven but instead opted to lie in wait within the Violet Heavens Sword Region.