King of Creation Chapter 1708 - 1693: Changle Shall Prevail

Ye Zhen gently guided Princess Changle away, leaving the Moon Priests and Star Priests utterly astonished by his sudden maneuver.

Even the esteemed Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang and the other Power Priests hadn't foreseen such a bold strategy from Ye Zhen.

It was a move that completely undermined their position!

Everyone present, sharp and discerning, grasped the implications of Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna's recent words.

In essence, the previously overlooked Barbarian Spirit Hall was poised to become a center of influence within the Ancestor God Temple, an opportunity ripe for exploitation.

While numerous strategies could have been employed, Ye Zhen opted for the most direct and startling approach.

This action immediately caused Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna to lose face.

He quickly understood his miscalculation; he had merely demanded an excessive price. Even Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang wouldn't concede all the advantages, but negotiation would have secured a portion of the Barbarian Spirit Hall's influence and benefits.

However, Ye Zhen's decisive action was a profound humiliation, akin to a direct physical blow.

Tongna's expression darkened considerably.

At this juncture, Ye Zhen resolutely proceeded towards the exit, with Princess Changle appearing completely unconcerned by the onlookers' reactions.

As Ye Zhen led Princess Changle onward, he remained unaware that her delicate face had become flushed with shyness.

Despite any prior interactions between Ye Zhen and Princess Changle, this marked the first instance where he held her hand.

Now, even if they were to openly defy the Ancestor God Temple, Princess Changle would undoubtedly follow Ye Zhen without a second thought.

Princess Changle found herself wishing this intimate moment would stretch on.

Yet, this fleeting sweetness was abruptly shattered by the harsh sound of Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna's cold snort.

"Stop!"

Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna moved swiftly, positioning himself to block Princess Changle and Ye Zhen. His formidable, chilling presence loomed before them like an unmovable mountain.

A slight twitch at the corner of Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang’s mouth betrayed his contemplation; he chose not to intervene immediately, intending to gauge the situation by allowing Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna to act.

Confronted by Tongna's imposing aura, Ye Zhen's eyes narrowed, a dangerous glint appearing within their depths.

What surprised Ye Zhen and the gathered Moon Priests and Star Priests even more was Princess Changle's defiant stance.

The moment Tongna halted their progress, Princess Changle's power surged forth. Her long, dark hair billowed as if caught in a phantom wind, and ephemeral faces of Yin spirits flickered within its strands.

"I intend to leave, and I challenge anyone to dare obstruct me!" Princess Changle declared with fierce intensity, her grip on Ye Zhen's hand tightening slightly. In this turn of events, it was Princess Changle now guiding Ye Zhen towards the exit.

Witnessing this display, Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang's eyes gleamed with an unfamiliar intensity.

Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna’s countenance grew even more unfavorable. Not only had he underestimated Ye Zhen's swift and powerful actions, but he was now equally taken aback by Princess Changle's unyielding resolve.

She not only offered him no deference but also leveraged her royal authority to pressure him.

Tongna understood the gravity of the situation; should he falter in this confrontation, his standing within the Ancestor God Temple would suffer a significant blow.

Suppressing Princess Changle in the future would become a far more complicated endeavor.

Furthermore, despite Princess Changle's noble lineage, her position did not grant her the right to supersede him, the Second Grand Power Sacrifice.

"If the Princess wishes to depart, I shall not impede you. However, before you exit the Barbarian Spirit Hall, the Spirit Peak you acquired must be relinquished!

It represents a vital public asset, indispensable to the prosperity of the Barbarian Spirit Hall, and I cannot permit you to treat it so casually!" Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna proclaimed with feigned righteousness.

"That item is mine by right. I shall give it away if I so choose; must you resort to forceful seizure, Priest Tongna?" Princess Changle retorted with a sneer.

"Your words hold little weight, Princess. Regardless, my conviction remains unshaken today! That Spirit Peak is crucial for the future of the Barbarian Spirit Hall, a vital resource that I will not allow you to misuse!"

At this point, all pretense shed, Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna stood resolute, his aura intensifying, clearly signaling his readiness to resort to force if Ye Zhen and Princess Changle attempted to leave against his will.

"You..." A dark aura, tinged with Evil Qi, suddenly materialized around Princess Changle’s beautiful face, and countless spectral Yin spirits began to manifest within her cascading hair.

Princess Changle was prepared to confront Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna directly, all to stand by Ye Zhen's side!

Even the esteemed Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang was taken aback; he couldn’t stand idly by and attempted to intervene, but Ye Zhen made a swift move.

Ye Zhen clasped Princess Changle’s delicate hand, pulling her protectively behind him. Princess Changle readily complied, allowing herself to be shielded.

"Changle, there's no need to contend with this shameless fellow. Should you suffer any harm or injustice, it would be a great loss! They only desire the Holy Spirit Peak; let them have it."

As he uttered these words, Ye Zhen casually tossed the storage ring, which contained the Southern Barbarian Sacred Spirit Peak, to Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang.

Once more, the Moon Priests and Star Priests within the Barbarian Spirit Hall were left in astonishment. Ye Zhen’s actions consistently defied their expectations, as such a significant item was relinquished with unexpected ease.

Even more surprising was Princess Changle’s complete lack of objection.

Unbeknownst to them, Princess Changle felt as though her heart had been coated in honey. Despite understanding that Ye Zhen’s words were perhaps not deliberately affectionate but merely casual, her heart swelled with an immeasurable sweetness.

Let alone a mere Holy Spirit Peak, even if it were the position of a princess, she would have readily accepted if Ye Zhen had offered it without a second thought.

However, Ye Zhen was not typically one to bestow hard-won treasures so lightly.

Although the acquisition of the Southern Barbarian Sacred Spirit Peak on the True Profound Continent had not presented insurmountable obstacles.

"Great Chief Priest Bai, please safeguard this Holy Spirit Peak diligently!"

"However, even though I have not yet formally assumed the role of Left Chief Priest in the Barbarian Spirit Hall, I am aware that the Ancient Barbarian God War Spirits can only be truly venerated and their guidance, protection, and power invoked if one communicates with them through a specific secret technique to obtain their consent."

"You must understand, the Ancient Barbarian God War Spirits are rather resolute; without the corresponding sacrificial secret technique for communication, securing their allegiance is utterly impossible," Ye Zhen 'deliberately' informed them.

Upon hearing this, Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna scoffed coldly, "We require no such advice from you! Our Ancestor God Temple is the very origin of communicating with Ancient God War Spirits."

"Even in the absence of your so-called secret technique, our Ancestor God Temple possesses methods to forcibly establish communication with the Ancient God War Spirits."

The surrounding Moon Priests and Star Priests murmured in agreement, corroborating that Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna spoke the truth; the Ancestor God Temple indeed held secret techniques for compelling communication with the Ancient God War Spirits.

Provided communication could be achieved, the rest was straightforward. A staggering ninety-nine percent of Ancient God War Spirits would capitulate under the immense offerings of a blood sacrifice.

"Ah, indeed, then I need not trouble myself further. Changle, let us depart!" With a gentle tug on Princess Changle's hand, Ye Zhen began to escort her out of the Barbarian Spirit Hall.

Witnessing this departure, a flicker of satisfaction spread across Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna’s previously stern countenance; this Holy Spirit Peak was being secured thanks to his intervention. According to the established customs of the Ancestor God Temple, the ensuing benefits would allow Tongna’s faction to command at least thirty percent of the power.

The remainder would then be distributed amongst the Great Chief Priest and other Power Priests based on their respective standings and capabilities.

The Ba’erlong brothers, who had been anticipating the outcome with considerable tension, also finally exhaled a collective sigh of relief.

As long as Princess Changle had not ascended to the position of Main Hall Master, then concerning their prior wager with Ye Zhen regarding the Yutu Barbarian Guardian Battle Spirit inheritance divine messenger, they brothers would not be considered defeated.

Their diligent efforts spanning three years, coupled with a substantial investment of nearly ten million High Grade Spiritual Stones, would not go to waste.

Furthermore, with the Holy Spirit Peak now integrated into the Barbarian Spirit Hall, their own influence, strength, and income as Deputy Hall Masters would undoubtedly experience a significant surge.

Yet, precisely as Tongna and the Ba’erlong brothers savored their relief and burgeoning satisfaction, Ye Zhen, who was nearly at the exit of the Barbarian Spirit Hall with Princess Changle, suddenly turned back and announced.

"Oh, by the way, Great Chief Priest Bai, we neglected to mention that just moments ago, both Changle and I became inheritance divine messengers for this very Holy Spirit Peak!"

With that declaration, Ye Zhen conjured a swift hand seal. Instantly, a formidable surge of arrow-like Qi erupted from the Southern Barbarian Sacred Spirit Peak residing within Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang’s storage ring, causing the ring itself to vibrate uncontrollably.

"They have indeed become inheritance divine messengers?" Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang gasped, inhaling sharply.

Upon hearing this revelation, Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna’s expression transformed instantaneously from elation to a grim, iron-blue hue. The Ba’erlong brothers fared no better, their faces plummeting as if they had fallen from the highest celestial peak, their disbelief palpable!

As Ye Zhen and Princess Changle continued their departure, Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang grew increasingly anxious.

"Come back!" he boomed.

"You are both designated divine messengers for this Holy Spirit Peak; why must you leave?" Bai Xiang’s voice echoed.

Yet, Ye Zhen and Princess Changle acted as if they hadn’t heard, their steps carrying them steadily outward.

Witnessing this defiance, Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang stamped his foot in sheer frustration.

He had merely intended to observe their progress for a short while, never anticipating Ye Zhen would dare to brazenly disregard him.

Now, Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang, with another helpless stomp, declared, "Ye, return at once! Do you truly believe I will not break your leg?"

Still, Ye Zhen and Princess Changle offered no backward glance. They exited the Barbarian Spirit Hall and took to the sky, poised for departure.

With a profound sigh, Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang conceded, "Very well, I yield. I promise you both that the position of Main Hall Master for this Barbarian Spirit Hall shall, without question, be Changle's!"

The phrase 'shall be Changle's' instantly halted Ye Zhen and Princess Changle mid-flight, compelling a swift return to stand before Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang and Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna.

"It is not a promise, it is an agreement!" Ye Zhen corrected.

"Your prior accord stipulated that whoever discovered an Ancient God War Spirit of a higher grade realm would attain the Main Hall Master title," Ye Zhen emphasized.

Upon hearing this, Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang could only manage a wry smile. "Indeed, it is an agreement; it is an agreement!"

Ye Zhen then offered a languid smile. "We are men, and our words must be upheld; we cannot be untrustworthy and shameless, can we?"

Though Ye Zhen's statement seemed aimed at Great Chief Priest Bai Xiang, its underlying tone and implication were unmistakably directed at Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna.

This left Second Grand Power Sacrifice Tongna's countenance grim and hardened like iron!

With a cold snort and an indignant stomp, he vanished into the ether!