The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3354 - 3349: Eighth-Level Merit_1

When Yang Chen came into view, Fairy Qing Wan and her companions displayed a touch of astonishment.

Ever since Yang Chen's previous exit, Fairy Qing Wan had exerted all her efforts to track him down. Regrettably, his swift departure—first from the villa and then directly to the Ice and Fire Star—prevented her from catching sight of him.

Fairy Yun Xiu had once regarded Yang Chen with clear contempt.

Yet the situation had shifted dramatically; she now fully recognized his formidable power. Such prowess demanded admiration irrespective of one's background, as sheer might alone earned deference.

Consequently, she observed Yang Chen silently, too intimidated to voice anything.

"Are the three of you acquainted?" Elder Jifeng, observing quietly from nearby, inquired with evident confusion, unaware of their history.

Fairy Qing Wan gave a subtle nod to Elder Jifeng, her eyes lingering on Yang Chen with heightened attention: "Brother Yang Chen, last time we separated at my villa, we missed a proper farewell. I sincerely regret that."

This left Elder Jifeng feeling a bit awkward, since Fairy Qing Wan paid him scant heed, her focus entirely on Yang Chen.

Still, considering her elevated position, Elder Jifeng refrained from commenting further.

Yang Chen sensed that Fairy Qing Wan seemed to chide herself, though truly she was irked by his hasty exit back then.

A faint smile crossed Yang Chen's face as he responded: "Pressing duties called me away that day; I trust Fairy Qing Wan won't hold it against me."

Though Fairy Qing Wan projected an aura of aloof pride, her keen fascination with Yang Chen shone through as she inquired bluntly: "Brother Yang Chen, are you available today?"

"I've only just returned from the Ice and Fire Star today and must submit my mission report. I'll need Elder Jifeng's assistance for that." Yang Chen cupped his hands, offering a vague reply.

Through these words, he subtly conveyed to Fairy Qing Wan that urgent obligations still awaited him.

He suspected that both Fairy Qing Wan and Fairy Yun Xiu held particular interest in something about him. Precisely for that reason, he had just hinted at his current pressing commitments.

Fairy Qing Wan, sharp as ever, grasped Yang Chen's implication immediately.

A response like that from anyone else might have irritated her. But Yang Chen's might was beyond question, and the vivid recollection of it lingered vividly.

Her inherent iciness prompted her to recognize that pressing him would only yield the opposite effect.

Thus, Fairy Qing Wan spoke softly: "Brother Yang Chen, rest assured. We only seek a single honest answer from you."

With a quizzical look, Yang Chen replied: "What query does Fairy Qing Wan wish to pose?"

"Has your power already exceeded the bounds of the Heaven-separated Realm?" Fairy Qing Wan posed the question outright.

This revelation stunned everyone in attendance.

What prompted Fairy Qing Wan to voice such a thing?

Elder Jifeng, Elder Xu, and even Linglong Fairy felt a profound jolt.

Surpassing the Heaven-separated Realm's threshold represented a monumental feat. Not even Fairy Qing Wan, with her remarkable Eighth-Level Merit achieved so young, had accomplished it.

Across the whole Earth Spirit Hall, only a handful possessed the ability to go beyond this barrier!

Every such individual enjoyed widespread fame, their standing potent enough to overshadow certain early Heavenly Fate Realm experts.

For Fairy Qing Wan to direct this query at Yang Chen implied that, at minimum, he matched her caliber—even if he hadn't yet breached the Heaven-separated Realm's limit.

Amazement and reverence swept through!

Linglong Fairy's mouth hung slightly agape, struggling to process the scene unfolding before her...

Could Yang Chen truly wield such immense strength?

Though Yang Chen had half-expected Fairy Qing Wan's inquiry, its bluntness caught him off guard.

He offered a mild smile, evading a direct reply: "Regarding whether I've gone beyond the Heaven-separated Realm's limit, Fairy Qing Wan likely holds the truth within herself already."

At these words, Fairy Qing Wan's lithe form quivered briefly. Shock gave way to composure: "Indeed, I ought to have realized it. For now, Young Master Yang Chen, handle your responsibilities first. Though Qing Wan has countless words for you, your priorities take precedence. I merely hope you won't decline my invitation afterward."

Yang Chen's mouth curved wryly as he inwardly commended Fairy Qing Wan's cleverness.

In one deft phrase, she had maneuvered him into a spot where refusal would prove challenging.

Resigned yet amused, Yang Chen smiled and shifted his attention to Elder Jifeng: "Elder Jifeng, concerning my Jiyu Essence."

Only then did Elder Jifeng and the others snap back to awareness, their gazes toward Yang Chen transformed utterly.

After all, his words confirmed beyond doubt that he had indeed transcended the Heaven-separated Realm's limit!

Elder Jifeng gulped nervously, and seeing even Fairy Qing Wan accord Yang Chen such esteem, he saw no grounds to question the contents of Yang Chen's storage bag.

He had originally intended deeper scrutiny and verification of the Jiyu Essence prior to allocation. But now, he declared promptly: "Brother Yang Chen, the Jiyu Essence is flawless. I can transfer the 1,540,000 Jiyu Essence to you immediately. Kindly present your Token."

Yang Chen retrieved his Token and passed it over to Elder Jifeng.

Elder Jifeng infused the entire sum of Jiyu Essence into Yang Chen's Token, his demeanor far more deferential than earlier: "Brother Yang Chen, do you intend to elevate your Merit Grade at once, or hold onto the Jiyu Essence for the moment?"

"Elevate it fully." Yang Chen instructed.

As he operated, Elder Jifeng finalized the process in mere instants: "Brother Yang Chen, it's complete. Upgrading to the Eighth Level leaves you with approximately 670,000 Jiyu Essence remaining."

Yang Chen checked his Token, confirming his Merit Grade had leaped from the original Fifth Level straight to the Eighth Level, aligning with Fairy Qing Wan's.

Advancing to the Ninth Level, however, demanded far greater effort, requiring One Million Jiyu Essence. His current reserves fell short of enabling a direct jump to that tier.

A hint of regret stirred in Yang Chen. Attaining the Ninth Level proved arduous enough, let alone the staggering 50 million Merit Points needed for Protector Emperor status, which loomed like an unreachable pinnacle.

It was no surprise that even numerous Heavenly Fate Realm titans topped out at Tenth-Level Merit; ascending to Protector Emperor was an immense trial.

Fully appreciating Yang Chen's prowess now, Elder Jifeng harbored no skepticism. Not only had Yang Chen attained Eighth-Level Merit, placing him on equal footing with Elder Jifeng status-wise, but his surpassing the Heaven-separated Realm's limit further amplified his unignorable presence.

Elder Jifeng chuckled heartily: "Brother Yang Chen, with your new Eighth-Level Merit, Linglong no longer needs to oversee those near you. I can dispatch a more skilled female cultivator from the Heavenly Separation Realm to attend you instead."