The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3268 - 3263: Eternal Human Emperor_1

"Exactly. It looks like my master is tied up with some vital affairs. On that note, ever since you headed to Heavenly Melody Mountain, your reputation has skyrocketed even further." Ji Yue Shuang remarked with a grin.

"My reputation has skyrocketed? In what manner?" Yang Chen felt baffled.

"You haven't heard yet? The story of you taking down Fairy Moon Fu from Heavenly Melody Mountain with a single strike has circulated far and wide, witnessed by countless folks. At this point, it's buzzing across all corners, and practically every soul in the Taiyuan Star System is aware. Even Fairy Moon Fu acknowledged it herself." Ji Yue Shuang beamed.

Yang Chen suddenly didn't know whether to chuckle or sigh. How had the word gotten out so fast? Yet, during his journey home, he'd remained completely oblivious.

As they chatted along the way, the pair soon reached Princess Wenqi's residence.

Upon entering, they found Princess Wenqi standing there with hands clasped behind her, just as always. Spotting Yang Chen draw near, she parted her crimson lips and stated coolly, "You've arrived!"

Yang Chen bowed deeply in respect: "I offer my greetings to Senior Wenqi!"

Princess Wenqi's lips curved faintly as she replied aloofly, "Yang Chen, word of your victory over Fairy Moon Fu has echoed everywhere. Now, likely no one across the whole Taiyuan Star System remains ignorant of it. You've truly honored our Shenyue Sect—impressive work."

"It's simply my responsibility." Yang Chen had no real desire for the spotlight, but with fame thrust upon him, he had little choice but to accept it.

"Still, your present circumstances offer you scant advantage." Princess Wenqi shifted topics abruptly.

Yang Chen couldn't suppress his confusion: "What is Senior Wenqi implying...?"

Princess Wenqi clarified, "I warned you earlier that returning this time wouldn't grant you tranquility. Recall the cause—I believe you can infer parts of it yourself."

"The cause?" Yang Chen furrowed his brow, "Does it involve the Spirit Separation Ancestor?"

Princess Wenqi's face stayed composed: "Precisely, Yang Chen. While our Shenyue Sect shields you, that doesn't signify the Spirit Separation Ancestor will abandon his pursuit entirely. You slew his sibling and shamed him deeply, and in my recent meeting with him and my senior brother, his grudge toward you was evident. Even with the Grand Abyss Palace Master's involvement, the Grand Abyss Palace leans heavily toward the Spirit Separation Ancestor. Do you grasp my point here?"

"The Grand Abyss Palace hasn't resolved to release Yang Chen. What schemes do they have for him?" Ji Yue Shuang's eyes bulged in shock.

Yang Chen's face grew grave: "So, Senior Wenqi suggests the Grand Abyss Palace is quietly endorsing the Spirit Separation Ancestor's moves?"

Princess Wenqi eyed her apprentice, then Yang Chen, before shaking her head in mild exasperation: "Shuang'er, I'd rest easier if you could perceive matters as sharply as Yang Chen."

"How does Yang Chen's wording differ from mine?" Ji Yue Shuang sulked, clearly not persuaded.

"The gap is vast. The Grand Abyss Palace maintains a vague stance right now. They avoid clashing directly with the Shenyue Sect, yet they refrain from curbing or scolding the Spirit Separation Ancestor's deeds. Put another way, they steer clear of open rivalry with the Shenyue Sect while scheming to weaken us subtly." Princess Wenqi elaborated, "Should they employ such sly methods, even if Yang Chen meets his end someday, our Shenyue Sect would stand helpless, unable to pin blame on the Grand Abyss Palace."

"The Grand Abyss Palace acts far too cunningly." Ji Yue Shuang appeared incredulous.

"Were our Shenyue Sect in their position, we'd resort to the same. We dare not turn our own allies into foes, so eliminating the danger swiftly makes sense. Yang Chen, your stronger showings only fuel the Grand Abyss Palace's urge to erase you! You ought to recognize this clearly," Princess Wenqi stated.

Yang Chen's demeanor turned profoundly serious, for he fully comprehended the dread in her declaration.

The Grand Abyss Palace's blatant aggression was fearsome, yet their hidden maneuvers proved far more insidious.

Should the Grand Abyss Palace opt for stealthy strikes against him, they'd launch covert assaults sporadically, plunging him into ceaseless peril.

Nevertheless, Yang Chen perceived the truth plainly: "Senior Wenqi sought me out this time for more than just sharing these insights, hasn't she?"

"You're sharp indeed. Yes, with you now belonging to the Shenyue Sect, I won't allow you to merely bide your time awaiting the Grand Abyss Palace's assaults." Princess Wenqi offered a gentle smile.

Ji Yue Shuang inquired worriedly, "Master, have you devised a plan?"

"Naturally, a plan exists, though it carries some difficulty," Princess Wenqi replied.

Yang Chen grinned and responded, "The Grand Abyss Palace persists in plotting against me—I get that. If there's a path to better my plight, no matter how arduous like ascending the heavens, I'm eager to pursue it."

Princess Wenqi stated, "The optimal path lies in your active travels, venturing to diverse regions to battle the Alien Tribes and rack up merits. Such efforts would ease your ongoing peril."

"Master, are you suggesting Yang Chen depart the Shenyue Sect again? Wouldn't that endanger him? The Grand Abyss Palace already schemes against him." Ji Yue Shuang frowned.

"Do you believe you alone worry for Yang Chen? Think deeper. Can Yang Chen hide within the Shenyue Sect forever? This passive approach is merely staving off doom, granting Spirit Separation Ancestor extra moments to scheme. Staying put in the Shenyue Sect dooms Yang Chen to eventual clashes unless he lingers here eternally," Princess Wenqi countered.

"Yet if he ventures out of the Taiyuan Star System often, doesn't that hand the Grand Abyss Palace chances to strike?" Ji Yue Shuang remained perplexed.

Yang Chen held his tongue, sensing that Princess Wenqi's strategy held layers of depth.

Ji Yue Shuang might not grasp Princess Wenqi's tactics, but the elder's wisdom surely concealed profound intent.

"Even if the Spirit Separation Ancestor desires it, the Grand Abyss Palace won't permit targeting a valiant fighter against the Alien Tribes. This stands as the unbreakable rule of the Three Great Factions—including the Grand Abyss Palace, Shenyue Sect, and Heavenly Melody Mountain. Those who bravely face Alien Tribes on the forefront and aid humanity deserve utmost reverence. Thus, while Yang Chen battles Alien Tribes, even if Spirit Separation Ancestor plots against him, the Grand Abyss Palace will withhold backing," Princess Wenqi affirmed.

"Senior Wenqi wishes for me to engage the Alien Tribes and evade the Grand Abyss Palace's malice?" Yang Chen queried.

"Precisely. By clashing with the Alien Tribes, you earn shared merits from the Three Great Factions. Whether dodging the Grand Abyss Palace's schemes or elevating your status in the Shenyue Sect, merits serve as the prime avenue. Above all, should your merits soar sufficiently, you could secure an immunity emblem, rendering even the Grand Abyss Palace hesitant to act. Such protection proves unassailable. Touching you would mean defying both Heavenly Melody Mountain and our Shenyue Sect," Princess Wenqi explained.

Yang Chen inquired with interest, "To what extent must my merits rise before the Grand Abyss Palace fears laying a hand on me?"

Earning safeguards from both Heavenly Melody Mountain and the Shenyue Sect appealed immensely to him.

"Within our Human Universe, unified merits divide into three tiers. The first: Protector Emperor Lord. The second: Heavenly Defender. And the third: the Eternal Human Emperor!"