We Agreed to Brag Together, But You Secretly Dominated the World Chapter 5

Elder Xie stroked his beard, watching Cao Yun depart, lost in thought.

He found it improbable that Su Chen could truly reach the mythical Forbidden Stage while still in the Qi Gathering Realm. The likelihood of such an event was exceedingly low; even exceedingly rare geniuses seldom achieved the Forbidden Stage at this level.

His earlier statement had been a mere conjecture.

Yet, Cao Yun, who had just left, remained unaware of this. The words Elder Xie spoke were still reverberating in his mind.

Judging by Elder Xie’s tone and attitude, combined with Cao Yun’s own assumptions, he was now convinced that Su Chen was an unparalleled genius who had already ascended to the Forbidden Stage in the Qi Gathering Realm.

“Since Elder Xie declared it, it must be the truth. Senior Brother Su Chen is indeed favored by the Heavenly Dao providence. To actually reach the legendary Forbidden Stage… I absolutely must latch onto his rising star!”

The more Cao Yun considered it, the more his excitement surged. He felt that his decision to curry favor with Senior Brother Su Chen was the wisest he had ever made.

Not only did Su Chen experience astonishing moments of serendipity, but his innate talent was also unmatched. To attain the Forbidden Stage within a single cultivation realm was impossible with mere luck; significant talent was a prerequisite.

Su Chen possessed an abundance of both luck and talent, thus his future was undeniably destined for greatness!

Cao Yun’s heart swelled with exhilaration throughout his journey. Soon after, he encountered some of his junior brothers en route.

Following a brief exchange, Cao Yun informed them that Su Chen had advanced to the Forbidden Stage.

“The Forbidden Stage?”

“Senior Brother Cao, are you referring to the Forbidden Stage reputed to grant invincibility amongst peers?”

“What? Did Elder Xie confirm it himself?”

“Senior Brother Su Chen is truly blessed with the Heavenly Dao providence. Astonishing!”

…[Ding! Congratulations for being bragged about by others. The brag is Level Blue!][Bragging content: The Forbidden Stage: 1/100]

Su Chen, engrossed in his cultivation within the humble thatched cottage, detected the system's notification within his mind. He slowly opened his eyes.

“The Forbidden Stage…” Su Chen whispered, the system's announcement echoing in his thoughts.

“A hundred individuals. That task doesn't seem overwhelmingly difficult…” Su Chen mused aloud.

[Bragging content: The Forbidden Stage: 20/100]

Not long thereafter, Cao Yun arrived to relay Elder Xie’s message. After delivering the news, Cao Yun departed.

Su Chen could keenly perceive a significant shift in the way Cao Yun regarded him.[Bragging content: The Forbidden Stage: 30/100]

Reflecting on the sudden, widespread discussion of his supposed entry into the Forbidden Stage, Su Chen quickly grasped the situation.

“You are truly fortunate!” Elder Xie remarked, scrutinizing Su Chen.

As a man of considerable discernment, Elder Xie could instantly ascertain that Su Chen’s injuries had fully healed.

“Elder, you are too kind,” Su Chen replied with humility.

Elder Xie was well aware of the original host's two prior fortunate encounters, leading him to deduce that Su Chen was indeed blessed with providence.

“Thank you, Elder Xie!” Su Chen inclined his head slightly in gratitude.

Though Elder Xie possessed superior cultivation, he remained merely an outer elder of the Great Mystery Sect. Even with his personal intervention, he could not directly harm disciples of the Everlasting Sect. Typically, such matters were delegated to outer sect deacons. Elder Xie's personal involvement suggested he was taking a stance on the issue.

Su Chen did not dismiss Elder Xie's gesture of goodwill. With an elder from the Great Mystery Sect offering protection, his future actions would undoubtedly be more convenient.

“Indeed, there is something I must remind you of.” Elder Xie regarded Su Chen, pausing briefly before continuing, “The reason you find yourself targeted by Everlasting Sect disciples is likely due to your Heavenly Dao providence. No one would easily provoke someone blessed with such providence unless there was pre-existing animosity. While your providence benefits us, it is something the Everlasting Sect cannot tolerate. They aim to diminish your providence. Although you narrowly escaped this predicament, you may face even greater peril next time!”

At this juncture, Elder Xie's expression grew noticeably grave.