The Strongest Dandy in the City Chapter 2353 - 2342: Restless! Joining for Now!

Throughout history, and even into the present day, cultivators from the Central Continent have occasionally found themselves transported to the Ancient Realm by chance.

Those inhabiting the Ancient Realm, however, often harbor a profound disdain for individuals arriving from the Central Continent. In their estimation, the combat prowess of Central Continent cultivators is generally inferior. For instance, a cultivator at the initial stage of the Divine King Realm in the Ancient Realm possesses combined strength equivalent to three ordinary cultivators at the same stage from the Central Continent.

Confronted by Zhu Zhize's sharp rebuke, Ye Chenfeng merely knitted his brows. He was disinclined to unseal his meridians to circulate the Spiritual Qi River at this juncture, yet he still retained the Green Flame within his Dantian!

The inferno of the Green Flame, with its considerable heat, was capable of incinerating even a Divine King Realm initial stage cultivator. Ye Chenfeng had ascertained that both Zhu Zhize and Cheng Yuanmu were merely at the initial stage of the Divine King Realm. It appeared that the Green Flame's capabilities would be more than sufficient to handle these two adversaries.

However, now that Ye Chenfeng was separated from Wu Lingxiang and the others, his immediate priority was to acclimate himself to the Ancient Realm, given his scant knowledge of its intricacies. The individuals before him presented an undeniable opportunity to expedite his adaptation. Furthermore, this encounter would serve as an excellent chance to inquire if they possessed any information regarding the whereabouts of the Hundred-Heart Grass.

Thus, after a brief period of contemplation, Ye Chenfeng ultimately resolved against unleashing the Green Flame. He inclined his head and stated, "I am indeed from the Central Continent."

Zhu Zhize instantly materialized before Ye Chenfeng, his hand clamping down on his shoulder. He proceeded to examine the internal state of Ye Chenfeng's physique. Due to the peculiar method Ye Chenfeng's meridians were sealed, even an expert at the Divine King Realm could detect nothing amiss.

Zhu Zhize found nothing extraordinary within Ye Chenfeng’s meridians. All he could discern was the complete absence of spiritual energy circulating within them. He also surmised Ye Chenfeng's bone age to be a mere thirty years, immediately losing all interest in him. His conjecture was that Ye Chenfeng's body had suffered some affliction upon entering the Ancient Realm, causing the dissipation of all spiritual energy from his meridians. Yet, even if this were not the case, he held no belief in Ye Chenfeng's potential strength.

Upon confirming Ye Chenfeng's bone age, Zhu Zhize ceased his attempts to probe Ye Chenfeng's Dantian or assess the fortitude of his physical body.

Ye Chenfeng, with Zhu Zhize's hand still gripping his shoulder, already perceived a palpable surge of murderous intent. Just as he prepared to unleash the Green Flame, Zhu Zhize released his grip and declared, "Merely a youth with no spiritual energy in his meridians and a bone age of only thirty. The valley we are headed towards requires utmost secrecy. I propose we simply eliminate this brat!"

Following Zhu Zhize's pronouncement.

From within, Zhu Tianlei unleashed the aura characteristic of the late stage of the fifth level of the Earth God Realm, a sneer gracing his lips as his oppressive aura bore down on Ye Chenfeng. In his estimation, Ye Chenfeng was nothing more than a fragile insect.

However, just as he was about to act, Cheng Yiyao interposed herself before Ye Chenfeng. Her exquisite eyes, filled with palpable disgust, fixed upon Zhu Tianlei as she admonished him, "No one else will be privy to the valley's secrets. He is merely from the Central Continent and possesses no discernible aura. He must have inadvertently been swept into the Ancient Realm; he is naught but a pitiable soul. Our Cheng family shall offer him refuge, allowing him to spend the remainder of his days with us."

Cheng Yuanmu, clearly fond of this junior, immediately concurred, "Indeed, just an ordinary youth from the Central Continent. How could he possibly pose any threat to us? Henceforth, he shall be considered a member of our Cheng family."

Witnessing Cheng Yuanmu's interjection, Zhu Tianlei let out a cold snort, finding himself unable to act against Ye Chenfeng any longer.

Zhu Zhize remarked with a sinister curl of his lips, "Cheng Yuanmu, I harbor no objections to you sheltering this individual. However, he is but refuse, swept into the Ancient Realm from the Central Continent. Still, I fear that your Cheng family will soon struggle to sustain itself. You ought to give serious consideration to your family's future! This boy joining your Cheng family might very well lead to an even more wretched outcome."

Zhu Zhize’s words caused Cheng Yuanmu and Cheng Yiyao's countenances to darken.

It is widely acknowledged.

The Zhu and Cheng clans are both dependents of the Zhou clan.

Not long prior.

A promising disciple from the Zhou clan expressed interest in Cheng Yiyao of the Cheng clan, seeking to take her as his wife.

But Cheng Yiyao wished to be with someone she truly cared for, and thus, she declined the proposal to marry the Zhou disciple. Cheng Yuanmu, the patriarch of the Cheng family, who also possessed a resolute nature, indulged Cheng Yiyao extravagantly. He offered her his unwavering support.

Despite the Chengs being in a subordinate position to the Zhous, the Zhous couldn't overtly compel a marriage, could they? Ultimately, the matter remained unresolved.

However, the disciple from the Zhou family, who harbored feelings for Cheng Yiyao, held a deep animosity towards the Chengs. With a direct ancestral relative of this disciple recently attaining the Half-step Divine Venerable realm, the situation was unlikely to resolve amicably. The ascension of his ancestor to such a high level of power suggested that this Zhou disciple would certainly not let past grievances go unaddressed.

The Chengs intended to present a considerable gift this time, hoping that the newly advanced Half-step Divine Venerable of the Zhou family might show leniency towards their clan.

Cheng Yuanmu let out a cold snort, stating, "It is not within your purview to interfere in the Cheng family's matters."

He then turned his gaze to Ye Chenfeng, who had yet to rise from the deck, and inquired, "Lad, would you consider joining my Cheng family? To face all outcomes, be it life or death, together?"

Initially planning to unleash the Green Flame and dispatch Zhu Zhize, Ye Chenfeng paused his intentions upon hearing of the valley. It appeared that the valley mentioned by Zhu Zhize undoubtedly held something of great value.

Casting a glance at Cheng Yiyao and Cheng Yuanmu, he found them to be rather respectable individuals. Given his intention to explore the valley, he decided to align with them temporarily!

Ye Chenfeng nodded towards Cheng Yuanmu and declared, "I wish to join the Cheng family."

Upon hearing Ye Chenfeng's agreement, Cheng Yuanmu smiled and nodded, remarking, "Lad, you are not lacking. Upon our return to the Cheng family, I shall offer you guidance in your cultivation."

Cheng Yiyao assisted Ye Chenfeng in standing from the deck, saying, "Rest assured, remaining with our Cheng family is far preferable to wandering the Ancient Realm alone. In your current state, you would not endure for long isolated in the Ancient Realm."

It appeared that in Cheng Yiyao's estimation, Ye Chenfeng was a thoroughly ordinary individual.

Not long after Cheng Yiyao helped Ye Chenfeng to his feet, Zhu Zhize ceased considering Ye Chenfeng and announced, "We have arrived."

Following Zhu Zhize's pronouncement.

The Green Flame residing within Ye Chenfeng's Dantian suddenly stirred with unusual energy, seemingly sensing a powerful attraction.

The Green Flame began to burn with increasing intensity inside Ye Chenfeng's Dantian, suggesting that the valley Zhu Zhize had spoken of might present a significant opportunity for the Green Flame's advancement.